The Homeschool How To Podcast
Interviews with Homeschoolers


Behind The Mic
Hi, I’m Cheryl—your fellow conspiracy-loving mama who firmly believes the government has no place in raising my kids.
Here’s the kicker: I had zero experience with homeschooling when I realized I wanted to keep my kids out of the school system. I thought homeschoolers were weird and spent their days sewing and whittling. Could I blend our world with homeschooling? Would my kids resent me for missing out on traditional experiences like the prom and football games?
I didn’t know, so I set out on a mission to learn from the experts.
I began my podcast interviewing homeschooling families so I could explore all the ways people are homeschooling, breaking free from the confines of cubicles and classrooms to embrace a life of freedom and curiosity. This journey has been life changing and led me to leave my 16-year government career to fully embrace the homeschooling lifestyle.. and I want to help you do the same!
Join me on this exciting journey as I interview seasoned homeschoolers, uncover creative approaches, and share what I’m learning along the way!
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Dive into a refreshingly honest conversation about homeschooling with Jackie from @RealRaisingCubs, a tattooed, outspoken mother of four boys who's been homeschooling for over a decade. Jackie shatters the stereotypical image of homeschooling parents, offering a perspective that's both liberating and practical.
This episode explores the core concept of freedom that drives Jackie's homeschooling approach. We discuss her evolution from structured curricula to her current unschooling methods, and how her philosophy has adapted to meet the changing needs of her children. Jackie shares the startling statistic that average parents spend just one hour daily with their children, highlighting how homeschooling reclaims precious family time.
One of the most powerful moments comes when Jackie recounts being told her son was ”behind” in reading, and another mom's perspective-shifting question: ”Behind who?” This story exemplifies how homeschooling frees families from arbitrary timelines and expectations, allowing children to develop at their natural pace.
Jackie doesn't sugarcoat the challenges—she admits to doubting herself regularly and losing patience with her children. Yet she emphasizes that these real moments create opportunities for character development and authentic learning. Her practical advice includes not trying to replicate traditional school at home, focusing on character development before academics for younger children, and trusting your instincts as a parent.
Whether you're a veteran homeschooler, just beginning your journey, or simply curious about alternative educational approaches, this conversation offers valuable insights into creating an educational environment that honors children's natural development while preparing them for a meaningful, self-directed life.
Follow Jackie:
https://www.freethinkology.com/
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