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Exploring Unschooling

Pam Laricchia
Unschooling
Parenting
Child Development
Education
Relationships
Family Relationships
Living Joyfully Network
Parenting Challenges
Family Dynamics
Learning
Consent
Curiosity-Led Learning
Homeschooling
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Connection
Building Trust
Sibling Relationships
Community Support
Childhood Education

Explore unschooling with Pam Laricchia, Anna Brown, and Erika Ellis. Helping parents bring lifelong learning and strong, connected relationships to life in their ordinary days.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes450Founded11 years ago
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Latest Episodes

We’re back with another On the Journey episode! Pam, Anna, and Erika had fun connecting with Living Joyfully Network member Julia Triman. Julia was on the podcast with Pam back in 2021, when she talked about her unschooling stories. It was really coo... more

We’re back with the fourth episode in our series in which we’re working our way through Pam’s book, The Unschooling Journey: A Field Guide. Today, we’re continuing our exploration of the deschooling phase of the journey with stage eight: Accepting th... more

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For this new Growing Up Unschooling episode, Pam, Anna, and Erika were joined by 26-year-old Halie Barrick, who has always been unschooled. Halie shared about her experiences growing up, her journey through college and grad school, the business she c... more

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We invited a panel of three unschooling parents to join us to talk about what happens when unschooling kids choose school. Ari, Terri, and Kinsey are all members of the Living Joyfully Network and they all have children who have chosen to try school.... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Triman
Quilter, unschooling advocate, creator of Creative Quilting Studio
Living Joyfully Network
Episode: EU417: On the Journey with Julia Triman
Halie Barrick
Founder of Growing Edge Equanimity
Growing Edge Equanimity
Episode: EU415: Growing Up Unschooling with Halie Barrick
Ari Lambie
Special guest
Family in Portland, Oregon (unschooling advocate)
Episode: EU410: On the Journey with Ari Lambie
Lucia Silva
Guest sharing updates on unschooling journey since previous episode
Unspecified in transcript
Episode: EU407: On the Journey with Lucia Silva
Esther Jones
Guest, co-host of Unschooling Summit
Unschooling Summit
Episode: The Unschooling Summit, 2026
Melissa Crockett-Joyeaux
Guest, co-host of Unschooling Summit
Unschooling Summit
Episode: The Unschooling Summit, 2026
Erin Rosemond
A long-time unschooling parent known online as EverLearning.
Episode: EU403: On the Journey with Erin Rosemond
Jenna Hollis
Long-time member of the Living Joyfully Network and advocate for unschooling
Episode: EU399: On the Journey with Jenna-Gaye Hollis
Lucy AitkenRead
An unschooling mom of two kids who shares her experiences of living in a yurt in New Zealand and advocating for unschooling.
Episode: EU085 Flashback: Deschooling with Lucy AitkenRead

Hosts

Anna Brown
Co-host of Exploring Unschooling; frequent participant in dialogue and reflections; listed as host across multiple episodes.
Pam Laricchia
Host and co-host of Exploring Unschooling; central figure in guiding conversations around unschooling, parenting, and community-building.
Erika Ellis
Co-host, Living Joyfully Network member; guides conversations and introductions to guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 286 ratings
  • This podcast has changed my life

    I am a parent to an 11 year old and I discovered this podcast about a month after I decided to finally pull my son from public school. I had known for a long time that public school would eventually not work for us, and I was desperate to find any resource to help in the decision. Not only did I have ten thousand questions about what to expect, but I also needed to hear from other people who had done this to tell myself that what I was doing was okay.

    (I’ve even shared several of these episodes... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ejdjjfjdkfkfkskx
    United States4 years ago
  • Love the podcast.

    I love listening to everyone experiences and advice. Hoping to hear from black unschoolers/parents. I'd love to hear some experiences and advice a little more linked closely to my culture.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    jolondajoyce
    United States4 years ago
  • Uplifting podcast

    Not sure why this podcast doesn’t have more 5 star reviews? I have been listening for years (before my kids were school age) and get so much out of each episode. Not just about a form of educating our kids, but so much on our own personal development as parents. It is so nice to have comfort and encouragement when you are walking the road less travelling, and this podcast gives me that and so much more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Janey641
    Australia4 years ago
  • Inspiring, uplifting, educational

    I adore this podcast. I love how there is a wide variety of families experiences shared and lots of parents sharing their stories. Pam is a great host. I learn so much each time I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FreedomEducator
    United States4 years ago
  • Thank you so very much!!

    I’ve really been going through exactly these things you spoke of and we’re new at this. I’m so lucky because knows the deal on homeschooling and what he needs so I’m able to shift gears and let him do his thing. He's 13 and has been telling me what’s been happening at school for a couple years and it’s been torture watching him suffering through that. Even though it’s challenging at times we’re so glad we’re doing this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sf116
    United States6 years ago

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Consistently supportive host with a clear focus on practical, empathetic parenting and unschooling.
Guests are described as knowledgeable and relatable, with a strong emphasis on community and lived experience.
Listeners value the show's supportive tone and actionable insights for unschooling and parenting.

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EU417: On the Journey with Julia Triman
Q: What has surprised you about how your unschooling looks today compared to five years ago?
Julia explains that while some aspects are familiar, many elements have shifted toward more cerebral, collaborative learning. She emphasizes listening, present-mance, and orchestrating meetups and materials to support each child's evolving interests, which has transformed how they learn and interact.
EU415: Growing Up Unschooling with Halie Barrick
Q: And so what made you want to start that business? Can you tell us a little bit about your vision for it?
Halie explains that Growing Edge Equanimity is designed as an equine-assisted personal and professional development platform to empower parents and educators in understanding self-directed education and shifting relationships from power over to power with. The aim is to weave together her unschooling background with psychology and sociology to help adults reflect on their own conditioning and to support children more effectively, using horses as a lens to build trust, communication, and resilience.
EU410: On the Journey with Ari Lambie
Q: Ari, very interested to hear a little bit more about how you discovered unschooling and what ideas and people have influenced you so far along the way.
Ari describes being inspired by thinkers like David Deutsch and Karl Popper, discovering John Holt and Peter Gray, and ultimately realizing that children can be powerful, creative knowledge growers when not forced into a rigid curriculum; she narrates presenting unschooling to her kindergarten-age child and choosing to shift their family life toward more autonomous, interest-driven learning.
EU403: On the Journey with Erin Rosemond
Q: What still matters in this journey?
Maintaining strong relationships and connections continues to be the most important aspect amid the ongoing journey of learning and parenting.
EU403: On the Journey with Erin Rosemond
Q: What has changed over the course of your journey?
A greater willingness to advocate for children and prioritize their needs has developed, allowing for deeper connections and understanding.

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What is Exploring Unschooling about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, practitioner-focused show exploring unschooling and child-led learning through hosting conversations with parents, educators, and self-directed learners. Episodes frequently center on real-world applications of unschooling principles, such as nurturing autonomy, building trust with children, handling school experiences, and leveraging community networks. Notable strengths include a consistent emphasis on relational learning, practical parenting guidance, and accessible discussions about complex topics like deschooling, open dialogue, and inclusive community building. The format often blends personal journeys with actionable strategies, making it useful for potential guests and listeners seeking supportive, experience-driven in... more

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Recent guests on Exploring Unschooling include:

1. Julia Triman
2. Halie Barrick
3. Ari Lambie
4. Lucia Silva
5. Esther Jones
6. Melissa Crockett-Joyeaux
7. Erin Rosemond
8. Jenna Hollis

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