
The LiberatED Podcast tells the stories of the entrepreneurial parents and teachers who are creating innovative K-12 learning options across the US and expanding education options for families. This twice-weekly podcast is hosted by Kerry McDonald, a Senior Fellow at the Foundation for Economic Education and leader of the Education Entrepreneurship Lab. A regular contributor at Forbes.com and The ... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 374 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Education for KidsKids & FamilyEducation | |||

Ohio has long been at the forefront of the school choice movement—and today tens of thousands of students participate in one of the state's five scholarship programs.
In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald talks with Rabbi Eric "Yitz" Frank, ... more
What does it look like to build a school around student voice, joyful learning, and real affordability?
In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald speaks with Elizabeth Dean, Head of Learning at The Village School, a learner-centered school in Ar... more
In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald speaks with Kalecia Simmons, founder of The Black Homeschools, about how one parent's search for support grew into a thriving homeschooling community serving more than 1,100 Black families across the DMV (... more
In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald is joined by Heike Larson, Vice President of Programs at the Roots of Progress Institute, and Dr. Laura Mazer, a surgeon and curriculum lead for the Institute's new summer program, Progress in Medicine 202... more
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The concept and essence of Microschooling is always what my husband and I wanted for our kids but we didn’t know that vision had a name, and that so many others were embarking on that path of educational entrepreneurship. Kerry’s podcast has been our lifeline, our flashlight so to speak on a path that felt so dark at one point. One episode at a time, we were able to visualize our own dream of starting a Microschool, and are looking forward to opening our doors to our first group of students this... more
When offered to start my own microschool, I had no idea where to start. I have listened to so many of Kerry’s episodes and have been so inspired by all of the educators she has interviewed. I am so grateful for Kerry and what she is doing for the sake of education. I feel so confident going into the launch of my own microschool in September 2025 because of what I have learned from this show.
I have enjoyed hearing from many microschool founders, their ups and downs, wins and loses, and connecting with several of them through this podcast! Thank you, Kerry, for your work and your encouragement for all non-traditional schools and leaders!
Kerry brings fresh curiosity to each founder’s story and helps elicit those nuggets that make each story unique. I have been inspired by every episode and have gleaned both practical tips and deeper insights into how to approach the tremendous endeavor of educating young people in the 21st century.
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This podcast showcases the inspiring stories of innovative parents and educators who are pioneering new K-12 learning options throughout the United States. Through engaging conversations, it highlights the experiences of individuals creating alternative educational pathways, particularly microschools and other non-traditional settings that cater to diverse learning needs. The content emphasizes themes such as educational entrepreneurship, self-directed learning, and the importance of expanding educational choices for families, particularly in response to the restrictions imposed by traditional schooling systems. It aims to empower listeners by illuminating the possibilities within the realm of education reform and encouraging entrepreneuria... more
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8. Bonnie Bradshaw
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