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This is our second stab at the topic of homeschool burnout. Back in Episode 39, we interviewed four homeschool moms and discussed the topic: I Love Homeschooling, But I’m Totally Burned Out.  On that episode we verified that homeschooling moms burn out often and regularly. Our listener Anna, wrote in and asked if we would expand […] The post How to Deal with Homeschool Burnout When the Load Is Too Heavy (Replay) appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

⚠️ Grown-ups only. This episode contains mature content — guard little ears before you press play. Most homeschool families are great at talking to their kids about sex. Talking to each other? That’s where things get quiet. In this Homeschooling in Real Life encore, Fletch and Kendra open a listener email from “Jenny” — a […] The post From “Not Tonight” to Talking It Out: Intimacy in a Christian Marriage appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

When Your Child Sees Something They Shouldn’t Online: A Parent’s Guide Parent note: this episode discusses pornography and its effect on kids and families. The conversation is frank but never graphic — it’s meant for grown-up ears, so you may want to listen before the little ones are in the room. It’s not a question […] The post When Your Child Sees Something They Shouldn’t Online: A Parent’s Guide appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

📚 Part of our guide: How to Start Homeschooling Special Replay: The Flaws and Benefits of Homeschooling Homeschooling IRL — Episode 15 | Updated replay for 2026 From the Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network. This episode is a special replay, updated for 2026. In it, veteran homeschooling parents Fletch and Kendra sit down with homeschool graduate […] The post I Love Homeschooling, But I’ll Tell You Its Flaws appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Are you homeschooling a struggling learner? Fletch and Kendra share three practical ideas for you as you consider homeschooling a child who struggles. Join us for this week’s episode as we answer a listener’s question about how to give struggling learners the time and attention they need. EPISODE TIMELINE :50 Fluff – shout out to John Wilkerson  […] The post Homeschooling The Struggling Learner – HIRL Episode 102 Replay appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

How to Raise a Pagan Kid in a Christian Home (with Barrett & Jennifer Johnson) Sponsored by CTCMath.com Episode Snapshot What happens when “good behavior” gets mistaken for gospel transformation? In this episode, Fletch and Kendra sit down with Barrett and Jennifer Johnson to talk about how Christian families (especially homeschool families) can unintentionally raise […] The post How to Raise a Pagan Kid in a Christian Home (Replay) appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Are you starting your school year?  In this Best of HIRL, we gather around the teacher’s lounge and gear up for another year of teaching our kids at home. When this episode first ran, Fletch and Kendra were starting their 19th year of homeschooling with a bang and letting you in on the fun. In […] The post Back to School (Replay) appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Homeschooling Will Save Your Kids? Sponsored by CTCMath.com Most of us won’t say outright that we think homeschooling will save your kids, but many of us pack this idea in the back of our minds: if we only do it right, our kids will turn out to be good, godly adults. Is that true? Can […] The post HomeschoolingIRL Episode 4: Homeschooling Will Save Your Kids, Part One appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Talking with Kids About Tragedy Tragedy. In terms of media and social media, tragedy has become a staple of our daily diet. The world seems to be going crazy and the news is full of stories that are difficult for kids to process and understand. How do we talk to our children about race issues, murder, terrorism, […] The post Talking With Kids About Tragedy – Special Replay appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Can Your Homeschooler Go To College? The answer to this question is obvious: we all know that homeschoolers can go to college! This episode is brought to you by CTCMath.com – a wonderful math curriculum for all of your homeschool needs, or to brush up on new skills. On this episode of Homeschooling In Real Life, Fletch and […] The post Special Replay | Can Your Homeschooler Go To College – HIRL Episode 27 appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

When our students hope to go to college, the perennial question remains: how in the world will they pay for it? We decided to return to the topic of affording college with College Prep Genius Jean Burk because we know she has valuable information to share. We think you’ll be encouraged and feel equipped as you […] The post Affording College – HIRL Episode 126 (Replay) appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

A special replay!  We all have those people in our lives who prove to be a challenge to love: a grumpy toddler, a brooding teen, an irritable spouse, a controlling parent. How do we love them in spite of their unloveliness? What does the gospel tell us about our own unloveliness, and God’s love for […] The post Best of HIRL: Loving the Unlovable (Replay) appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

This week on Homeschool IRL, Fletch and Kendra answer a question submitted from a listener, "How Can I Make My Homeschool Fun?" The post Special Replay: How Do I Make Homeschooling Fun? appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Need some motivation? Encouragement? Tips? Join us for 5 Ways to Rock Your Homeschool!  The post Special Replay: 5 Ways To Rock Your Homeschool appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.

Are you homeschooling a struggling learner? Fletch and Kendra share three practical ideas for you as you consider homeschooling a child who struggles. Join us for this week’s episode as we answer a listener’s question about how to give struggling learners the time and attention they need. EPISODE TIMELINE :50 Fluff – shout out to John Wilkerson  […] The post Homeschooling The Struggling Learner – HIRL Episode 102 Replay appeared first on Ultimate Homeschool Podcast Network.