Thriving in Your Homeschool with Zan Tyler

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A Sense of Home They Never Outgrew: Dr. Robert Jackson on Homeschooling and Family | Ep. 216 Sep 23, 2026

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Family physician, homeschool dad of nine, and author Dr. Robert Jackson joins Zan to share how homeschooling shaped a close-knit family across generations. From meeting his wife Carlotta to raising two sons with special needs, Robert reflects on calling, sacrifice, and the enduring power of a biblical worldview passed down through the home. He also opens up about writing a book to preserve his own father's story for his children and grandchildren, and why he believes homeschooling gave his family a sense of home they never outgrew.

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The Surprising Opportunities Homeschool Parents Can Create | Jonathan Bartlett | Ep. 215 Sep 16, 2026

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What can happen when homeschool families bring their creativity, skills, and community together?

Zan Tyler talks with longtime homeschool dad Jonathan Bartlett about the creativity, freedom, and community that can make homeschooling a rich, rewarding experience. Jonathan has seen what families can create together: programming and calculus classes, homeschool football at AT&T Stadium, award-winning theater, and even a new homeschool film festival. He and Zan also talk about discipleship, homeschool freedom, and why community is worth the effort. Your family doesn’t have to homeschool alone.

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The Essential Role of Homeschool Dads | Wil Addison | Ep. 214 Sep 09, 2026

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Wil Addison didn’t begin homeschooling as the dad who taught lessons, but over time, he discovered just how much his presence mattered.

Zan Tyler talks with this father of seven and co-host of the Culture Proof Podcast about discipleship, fatherhood, the growth of homeschooling in the Black community, and becoming more actively involved in his children’s education. Wil shares how simply asking his wife, “What can I do to help?” changed his role at home. Together, he and Zan encourage fathers to be present, seize the moments, and remember that discipleship starts at home.

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Faithful, Not Perfect: A Better Way to Homeschool | Tauna Meyer | Ep. 213 Sep 02, 2026

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Are you carrying more in your homeschool than God ever asked you to carry? Zan Tyler and homeschooling mom of six Tauna Meyer talk about loosening your grip on the perfect plan, recognizing what matters most in each season, and giving your children room to grow into who God created them to be. Tauna shares how prayer transformed her approach to homeschooling, while Zan reflects on the freedom families have to adjust when something simply isn’t working. You don’t have to get everything right. Keep returning to God, your priorities, and the next faithful step.

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Celebrating 4 Years of Powerful Homeschool Conversations | Ep. 212 Aug 26, 2026

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What can four years of meaningful homeschool conversations mean for the families listening along the way?

As the Zan Tyler Podcast celebrates its fourth anniversary, Zan looks back on some of the voices and moments that have encouraged parents to keep going, trust God, and remember the extraordinary influence they have in their children’s lives. Guests including Kirk Cameron, Heidi St. John, Todd Wilson, Ginny Yurich, Mike Farris, Meeke Addison, and others have shared wisdom about building a biblical worldview, finding joy in difficult seasons, embracing the freedom and flexibility of homeschooling, and trusting God with each child’s unique path.

Again and again, these conversations remind us of the lasting impact of homeschooling. Parents are shaping hearts and minds, building strong relationships, discipling their children, and persevering through both the hard days and the joyful ones.

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Looking Back: What Mattered Most in Our Homeschool | Jan Smith | Ep. 211 Aug 19, 2026

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What will your children remember most about their homeschool years?

Zan Tyler and veteran homeschool mom Jan Smith look back on the years of teaching, training, and growing alongside their children and share what they’ve learned about what matters most. They talk about recognizing each child’s gifts, making room for character training, building strong relationships, and refusing to let insecurity steal the joy of the journey. Along the way, Zan and Jan offer the kind of perspective that can help you approach this homeschool year with greater peace and confidence.

Trust that God has equipped you for the children He’s given you, and keep investing in what lasts.

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Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

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College, Trades, or Something Else? Planning Your Homeschooler’s High School Years | Beth Martin | Ep. 210 Aug 12, 2026

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How do you build a high school plan that actually fits your teen?

Zan Tyler and veteran homeschool mom Beth Martin get practical about shaping the high school years around your child’s strengths, interests, and future goals. They talk co-ops, creative electives, transcripts, college planning, and the many paths available after graduation. Zan shares how real-life experiences became meaningful credits for her own children, while Beth explains why it’s wise to plan ahead without locking your teen into one future. Homeschooling high school doesn’t have to follow a factory model. You can build something purposeful, flexible, and uniquely suited to your child.

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Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

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Afraid to Homeschool High School? Don’t Miss the Best Part! | Beth Martin | Ep. 209 Aug 05, 2026

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Does homeschooling in high school feel like a leap you’re not ready to take?

Zan Tyler and veteran homeschool mom Beth Martin talk through the doubts parents often carry into the high school years and show how much possibility lies beyond them. Beth shares what she learned homeschooling her three children and guiding hundreds of families through high school, including one surprising truth: colleges are actively recruiting homeschool students. Zan recalls how flexibility allowed her son to move into high school coursework early, opening doors to missions, leadership, and deeper faith. Discover how these years can prepare your teen for far more than a transcript.

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https://zantyler.com/podcast/209-beth-martin

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Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

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When Homeschooling Leaves You Running on Empty | Caleb Price | Ep. 208 Jul 29, 2026

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Are you exhausted from trying to carry every part of your homeschool alone?

Zan Tyler and producer Caleb Price talk candidly about the daily responsibilities, constant pressure, and genuine fears that can leave homeschool parents feeling burned out. Zan shares how God met her during one of the most overwhelming seasons of her life, while she and Caleb offer practical ways to lighten the load, seek support, and step away when needed. Burnout is real, but you don’t have to ignore it or face it alone. Stop, drop, take a break, and remember that God will do the heavy lifting.

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Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

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Your Child Has a Diagnosis. Now What? | Beth Moore | Ep. 207 Jul 22, 2026

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What should you do when a diagnosis lands in your lap or a learning struggle persists? A diagnosis is not a verdict. Zan Tyler welcomes back longtime friend and educator Beth Moore for a conversation about testing, early intervention, IEPs, 504s, and creating a student education plan for your child. They share practical ways to identify needs, adapt curriculum, and build a homeschooling approach around your child’s strengths without becoming ruled by labels or mom guilt. Greater understanding can lead to helpful support, renewed confidence, and more joy in your homeschool.

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https://zantyler.com/podcast/207-beth-moore

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Join Zan Tyler and a special guest each week for real encouragement, engaging stories, and practical wisdom for surviving and thriving on the homeschool journey.

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thezantylerpodcast
Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3QmTyC3
Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3vLipG2

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SPONSORED BY BJU PRESS HOMESCHOOL

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