Why Emily Said Yes

Why Emily Said Yes

From Homeschool Better Together by Emily Brown

May 5, 2026 · 33 min · Episode 59

About this episode

Emily Brown shares her journey from being against homeschooling to becoming the lead of Homeschool Better Together.

Is anyone else feeling that mix of excitement and nerves when big changes come to your favorite corner of homeschool internet? Yep, us too. But today’s episode is about pulling back the curtain (no Pinterest-perfect backdrops here) and inviting you to meet the heart behind Homeschool Better Together’s next chapter. Today I (Laney) sit down with Emily Brown—homeschool mom, longtime superfan, certified life coach, and now, (drumroll, please), the new owner and lead cheerleader for Homeschool Better Together. We dive into her real-life journey from “absolutely-not-ever-homeschooler” to full-circle homeschooling advocate, how she found herself unexpectedly running the show, and what’s staying the same (spoiler: most things, including the curriculum you love) as well as what new encouragement and support is coming your way. If you crave reassurance about the future, or just want to feel seen in the not-so-shiny parts of homeschool life, this conversation is for you. Expect honest stories, a few laugh-out-loud moments about meltdown drop-offs, and the kind of practical wisdom that grows from messy beginnings (and seven kids in eight years—send coffee). What you’ll learn: Emily’s honest…

People in this episode

Host: Emily Brown

Guest: Laney

Topics covered

  • homeschooling
  • community
  • personal journey
  • education changes
  • support

Keywords

  • homeschool
  • education
  • community
  • support
  • personal story
  • life coach
  • family

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