Thriving in Your Homeschool with Zan Tyler

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Is Revival Stirring in America? Faith, Freedom, and the Homeschool Movement | Ep. 166 Oct 08, 2025

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What does a memorial watched by 100 million people reveal about America’s spiritual hunger? Zan Tyler and producer Caleb Price explore how the surge in homeschooling—from just 13,000 families in the 1970s to over 5 million today—reflects a larger awakening of faith and freedom. From rediscovering civic responsibility to rethinking college and the trades, they share why homeschoolers are thriving in every arena. Be inspired to raise children who love Jesus, cherish liberty, and live out their calling with conviction.

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How Did Homeschooling Go from Illegal to a Movement of Millions? | Zan Tyler | Ep. 165 Oct 01, 2025

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Could your stand today ignite change for generations to come? At Unbound’s APEX Conference, Zan Tyler shares how God led her from defending prayer at 16 to facing jail for homeschooling 12 years later in 1984. She recalls God’s faithfulness in those difficult years and how He grew a homeschool movement from small beginnings. Her story reminds us why community matters now more than ever. Discover your calling in God’s bigger story and embrace the responsibility of passing the baton to the next generation.

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What I’d Tell My Younger Homeschooling Self | Todd Wilson | Ep. 164 Sep 24, 2025

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Do you ever wish you could whisper wisdom to your younger homeschooling self? Zan and longtime friend Todd Wilson share the wisdom that only comes with perspective—the reminder that homeschooling is a gift, not a burden. From family memories in an RV to the joy of everyday moments, Todd encourages parents to slow down, smile more, and treasure the time they have. Be inspired to see your homeschool years as the precious season they truly are.

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When Tragedy Strikes: Helping Families Find Hope in Homeschooling | Caleb Price | Ep. 163 Sep 17, 2025

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How do you respond when tragedy strikes and safety feels uncertain? Following the shocking death of Charlie Kirk and recent school violence, Zan Tyler and filmmaker Caleb Price discuss how these events are prompting more families to consider homeschooling than ever before. They share practical ways to open your home and heart to help nervous parents take their first steps toward home education. Be inspired to become the bridge that helps other families discover they truly can homeschool their children.

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The Power of Play: Transform Your Homeschool | Kathy Eggers | Ep. 162 Sep 10, 2025

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What if you could help your children grasp concepts 10–20 times faster? Zan Tyler sits down with child development specialist Kathy Lee Eggers, who homeschooled eight children—six adopted and two biological—through the power of play. Together they share how play ignites learning, how curiosity fosters natural reading, and how embracing passions transforms family learning. Be inspired to see play not as extra, but as the very heart of joyful education.

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Choosing Homeschool Curriculum That Grows with Your Family | Eujeana Chism | Ep. 161 Sep 03, 2025

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What causes a homeschool curriculum to truly serve your family through every season? Zan Tyler sits down with longtime friend Eujeana Chism, who found her educational “home” with BJU Press after visiting publishers as a young mom. For 21 years, Eujeana discovered how the right curriculum became more than academics—it shaped her children’s education, character, and values. Together, Zan and Eujeana reflect on the beauty of consistency, biblical worldview teaching, and life lessons learned along the way. Be inspired to see curriculum as a partner that helps your family thrive.

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How to Keep Homeschooling When You Want to Quit | Leigh Nguyen | Ep. 160 Aug 27, 2025

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What keeps you going when homeschooling feels like a never-ending marathon? Leigh Nguyen, veteran homeschool mom and host of the Little by Little Homeschool Podcast, shares honestly about the hardest seasons including the 24/7 responsibility, character training struggles, and the temptation to quit. Zan reflects on a powerful moment when her own children lovingly confronted her during a family crisis, reminding her of God’s goodness. Learn how Philippians 4:8 can be a filter for your decisions and why the relationships built through homeschooling bring unexpected grace. Be encouraged that you can walk through the hard seasons, not around them.

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The Homeschool Advantage: Learning at Their Own Pace | Leigh Nguyen | Ep. 159 Aug 20, 2025

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Leigh Nguyen is the host of Little by Little Homeschool podcast and conference. She never meant to homeschool but, she now finds herself 14 years into it with 2 homeschool graduates and 1 more to go! She spends her days in the northeast, learning how to live a more simplified and intentional life with her husband, James, and their 3 children. In her spare time, she loves home DIY projects, working out, reading, and spending time outside. Her heart has become fiercely passionate about encouraging homeschool moms to stay the course and to, little by little, thrive in this season of life.

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What’s Your Child’s Education Worth? The True Cost of Homeschooling | Ep. 158 Aug 13, 2025

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How much is your child's education really worth? In this episode, Zan and producer Caleb review clips that tackle everything from Florida's 46% homeschool growth surge to one family's quarter-million-dollar annual investment in their children's learning. Zan and Caleb explore why traditional classrooms haven't evolved in 150 years while discussing the true cost—and immeasurable value—of choosing to educate at home. Be inspired to see homeschooling as the worthwhile investment it truly is.

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You Can Cry, You Can Puke, But You Can’t Give Up | Jennifer Lont | Ep. 157 Aug 06, 2025

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Can a curriculum grounded in Scripture really transform your child's heart—and yours too? Zan Tyler sits down with Jennifer Lont—former classroom teacher turned homeschool mom and HomeWorks Consultant—to talk about how BJU Press Homeschool has reshaped her family's faith, thinking, and future. Together, Zan and Jennifer explore teaching with purpose, navigating high school with confidence, and growing alongside your kids. Be inspired to press on and discover the joy of homeschooling with eternal impact.

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