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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. It is a project of the Education Entrepreneurship Lab at the Foundation for Economic Education. Learn more at edentrepreneur.org.

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Latest Episodes

Kym Kent, an Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the FEE Education Entrepreneurship Lab, is joined today by Chris Stolte, founder of The Lemonade School, an online curriculum designed to teach children how to build real businesses from the ground up. Chris ... more

Welcome to the Microschool Makers Series, a three-part September series in collaboration with KaiPod to equip aspiring school founders with the inspiration and information needed to launch a successful, sustainable school!

Our first episode focused... more

What if recess isn't a break from learning, but an essential part of it?

The Education Entrepreneurship Lab's Nasiyah Isra-Ul talks with health educator Dr. Cathy Ramstetter, co-author of the American Academy of Pediatrics policy statement on reces... more

Welcome to the Microschool Makers Series, a three-part September series in collaboration with KaiPod to equip aspiring school founders with the inspiration and information needed to launch a successful, sustainable school!

If you missed our first e... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Stolte
Founder of The Lemonade School
The Lemonade School
Episode: Inspiring Youth Entrepreneurs with Lemonade School
Mercedes Grant
Founder of Path of Life Learning (Virginia)
Path of Life Learning
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #3: Leading A Thriving School
Candice Hilton
Founder of Hilton Horizons Academy (Tennessee)
Hilton Horizons Academy
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #3: Leading A Thriving School
Lisa Swinson
Founder of Creative Minds Microschool (North Carolina)
Creative Minds Microschool
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #3: Leading A Thriving School
Joanna Cervantes
Founder of Fuller Education (Pennsylvania area)
Fuller Education
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #3: Leading A Thriving School
Dr. Cathy Ramstetter
Co-author of the American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on Recess
Global Recess Alliance / AAP committee member
Episode: Saving Recess with Dr. Cathy Ramstetter
Amy Anderson
Founder of Wildwood Field School
Wildwood Field School
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #2: Building A Sustainable School
Erica Peterson
Founder of Endless Possibilities Academy
Endless Possibilities Academy
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #2: Building A Sustainable School
Yalonda Chandler
Founder of Legacy Builders Academy
Legacy Builders Academy
Episode: Microschool Makers Series #2: Building A Sustainable School

Host

Kerry McDonald
Host of the podcast focused on reimagining education through entrepreneurial, family- and educator-led models.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 100 ratings
  • Pioneer Reading

    Awesome information Pam!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KiFam4
    United Statesa year ago
  • Kerry’s Podcast has been our lifeline!

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sanakhan1984
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiration and encouragement for all new founders

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackieBo1424
    United Statesa year ago
  • Inspiration other microschool founders

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrs Maggie's Mom
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative and inspiring

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoveLearningNC
    United States2 years ago

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Shows are described as inspiring and informative for parents and educators exploring innovative learning options.
Listeners value the practical, founder-focused storytelling and actionable takeaways for starting or growing microschools and alternative education models.
The host is praised for asking insightful questions and highlighting a diverse range of edupreneurs and policy perspectives.

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Building the School Her Son Needed with Mily Pérez
Q: How do you plan to sustain quality as you grow?
Her plan centers on preserving culture and small pod sizes, hiring people who align with the mission, and potentially consolidating locations into a single building to maintain a consistent environment and high engagement across grades.
Building the School Her Son Needed with Mily Pérez
Q: What prelaunch challenges did you face and how did you address them?
Key challenges included finding affordable space, navigating zoning and permitting, and building a brand and curriculum to appeal to families. She solved this by partnering with KaiPod Catalyst for guidance, considering church spaces to reduce rent, and performing thorough marketing and curriculum vetting to attract founding families.
School's Out: An Interview with Mickey Revenaugh
Q: What has been some of the biggest shifts in unconventional education and how do you think this has impacted post-pandemic?
Revenaugh outlines the diversification of learners and the rise of technology-enabled options, such as road schooling and online curricula, reshaping expectations for post-secondary paths and lifelong learning.
School's Out: An Interview with Mickey Revenaugh
Q: What inspired you to write this book and what gave you the inspiration for writing about this specific topic?
She explains the through line of helping families find the right fit for their child and the belief that every child can learn with the right tools, which motivated her to explore unconventional education models.
School's Out: An Interview with Mickey Revenaugh
Q: Can you kind of share a little bit about yourself and let people know who you are?
Mickey Revenaugh discusses her background as a journalist and educator, her role in founding Connections Academy, and how technology-enabled learning became a catalyst for diverse educational models.

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The show highlights entrepreneurial parents and educators who are building innovative K-12 options across the U.S., with episodes often focusing on microschools, hybrid and project-based models, policy and deregulation, and practical startup guidance. Guests range from school founders and policy analysts to education entrepreneurs, sharing real-world journeys, scaling challenges, funding avenues, and community-building strategies. The show is notable for its hands-on, family- and maker-focused approach to education reform, a willingness to discuss regulatory hurdles, and practical frameworks that listeners can adapt to launch or grow alternatives to traditional schooling.

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1. Chris Stolte
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3. Candice Hilton
4. Lisa Swinson
5. Joanna Cervantes
6. Dr. Cathy Ramstetter
7. Amy Anderson
8. Erica Peterson

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