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The Brave Writer podcast is a big juicy conversation about how to bring learning to life for your kids! Julie Bogart and guests talk about how parents and children are partners in the learning adventure, especially when approaching the daunting task of writing. Brave Writer appeals to homeschoolers, educators, and parents who want more out of "school" than merely passing tests. Visit us at http://... more

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Julie takes us on a sweeping journey through the history of homeschooling, weaving together her own story with the larger movement that reshaped education in America. From the experimental classrooms of 1970s California to the early legal battles of ... more

Julie is back from her two-week trip to Italy (with a quick stop in Copenhagen!) and brings stories that weave together travel, literature, and layered learning. From visiting her aunt on the Mediterranean coast to finally stepping inside Florence’s ... more

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One of the major perks of homeschooling is that the middle-school years can be about adventure instead of awkwardness. In this episode, Melissa chats with author Chris Balme about his book Challenge Accepted: 50 Adventures to Make Middle School Aweso... more

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Do you ever catch yourself treating screens like contraband—tolerated in tiny doses, never to be openly celebrated? Ash Brandin, author of Power On: Managing Screen Time for the Benefit of the Whole Family, urges us to view screens as morally neutral... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Balme
Author of "Challenge Accepted", educator and parent
Episode: 306. Challenge Accepted: An Interview With Chris Balme
Ash Brandin
Known as the gamer educator and a middle school teacher librarian
Episode: 305. Can Screens Benefit the Whole Family? with Ash Brandin
Dawn Smith
Director of Publishing at Brave Writer
Brave Writer
Episode: 304. Teens and Books: A Deep Dive With Dawn Smith
Meredith Reyes
Former public school teacher and homeschooling advocate
Episode: 302. A Former Teacher’s Take on Homeschooling with Meredith Reyes
Diana Hill
Clinical psychologist and speaker, author of Wise Effort
Episode: 298. Wise Effort with Diana Hill
Sharon McMahon
Educator and author known for her Instagram account Sharon Says So, focusing on government and political discussions.
New York Times bestselling author
Episode: 286. A Deep Dive With Sharon McMahon
Jennifer Anderson
Mother of two sons, registered dietician, and founder of Kids Eat in Color, a resource for families seeking strategies on child nutrition.
Kids Eat in Color
Episode: 284. Eating in Color with Jennifer Anderson
Shannon Watts
Founder of Moms Demand Action, a grassroots organization advocating for sensible gun laws.
Moms Demand Action
Episode: 280. Why We’re FIRED UP About Shannon Watts
Emily Glankler
History teacher and founder of Antisocial Studies
Antisocial Studies
Episode: 279. Finally: Not Boring History with Emily Glankler

Hosts

Melissa Wiley
Co-host known for her engaging discussions on homeschooling and creative family education.
Julie Bogart
Host and founder, sharing insights on writing, education, and the homeschooling experience.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • ALL IN!

    At a time when many are turning to homeschooling simply as a way to opt out of a traditional school setting, Brave Writer is a beacon for those of us opting in to the opportunities of home education wholeheartedly. This podcast inspires, informs and energizes the vision of homeschooling as a path of intentional family connection and informed educational strategy. I could not be more pleased to have come across this gem of a podcast. The conversations are rich, heartfelt, and spark both my curio... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aunnielauren
    United States2 months ago
  • My Go-To Homeschool Poscast

    Julie Bogart has been the biggest influence on my homeschooling journey over the past 7 years- from her books, resources and curriculum and this podcast! I love the practical but also inspirational episodes that are relevant and actually help me be a better homeschool parent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaydee-K
    United States2 months ago
  • Not just how, why.

    This podcast, hosted by two veteran homeschoolers, authors and deep thinkers help keep parents grounded in the *why* of homeschooling.

    People have been homeschooling for many different reasons over the years, but in the 2020s, a lot of it has been out of fear and wanting to avoid certain things. And those can be valid reasons for many families to keep kids home. There’s also a big push to try to create a school experience at home. Julie and Melissa remind us home educating doesn’t have to look... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    desertflower01
    United States3 months ago
  • Great episode on AI

    I enjoy this podcast every time I listen but I especially appreciated this thoughtful conversation about AI. Thanks for a great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sneiman
    Canada4 months ago
  • Thank you

    Your book and podcast has made writing enjoyable in our home! My kids are currently writing their first "essay" and they haven't complained once!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MainefarmMom
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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The hosts' experiences resonate deeply, often providing comfort and validation for parents on similar journeys.
Many commend the engaging discussions that encourage a joyful and flexible approach to education.
Listeners appreciate the authentic and practical advice shared, especially in relation to homeschooling and writing.

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306. Challenge Accepted: An Interview With Chris Balme
Q: How do you see the typical middle school structure affecting students?
Balme discusses how traditional middle school environments often conflict with the social and developmental needs of students, leading to disconnection and a lack of engagement.
306. Challenge Accepted: An Interview With Chris Balme
Q: What prompted you to write this book?
Chris Balme reflects on his own boring middle school experience and the need for more engaging and adventurous learning for young adolescents, pointing out that the typical messaging around middle school is often negative and misleading.
283. Exploring the Relationship between Kids and Tech
Q: Do you think that this access to the whole world on a phone should be delayed until kids are 16 or 18, or do you see value in kids learning how to manage it at any younger ages?
Ash responds that readiness is more important than age, emphasizing the need for children to develop skills for managing technology responsibly.
283. Exploring the Relationship between Kids and Tech
Q: What are you seeing? How are you understanding this moment with screens and parents and teenagers and experts?
Ash discusses that the interaction with screens feels more normalized now than it did years ago, but also acknowledges that some issues with technology existed before COVID.
280. Why We’re FIRED UP About Shannon Watts
Q: How did you handle the obvious extreme blowback you got?
Understanding that criticism is inevitable and making conscious choices about who to listen to allowed Watts to navigate relationships while focusing on her advocacy work.

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Focusing primarily on the homeschooling journey, this podcast engages listeners with insightful discussions about the intricacies of nurturing a love for learning in children. The hosts frequently express the importance of creating supportive learning environments that emphasize emotional connection over rigid educational structures. They tackle a variety of topics ranging from effective writing techniques to the role of family dynamics in education, encouraging parents to embrace flexibility and joy in the learning process. Particularly notable is the focus on developing strong relationships between parents and children as they navigate educational choices together, highlighting that education can be as creative and fun as it is instructiv... more

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1. Chris Balme
2. Ash Brandin
3. Dawn Smith
4. Meredith Reyes
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8. Shannon Watts

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