The Fearless Homeschool Podcast
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| 7/25/26 |  S2E12 - When It Still Doesn't Feel Right with Amanda Bartle | In episode 12 of season two of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, host and returning guest Amanda Bartle discuss why homeschooling can still feel unsettled even after families clarify their values and find a rhythm, including comparison, slow progress, quiet seasons, and recurring self-doubt about “doing enough.” They emphasise revisiting values rather than abandoning them, and adding children’s individual values and learning preferences—such as group learning, creative pursuits, conservation, art, or machinery—into family plans through co-ops, travel, and shared learning. Amanda describes using term reflections, small rituals, and collecting occasional work samples or photos to find evidence of progress, and notes how parental control shifts over time depending on the child and subject. Connect With Our Guests🌿 Amanda BartlePenny is a 👩🏫 primary-trained teacher turned homeschooling mum of 4 (ages 8-14) and is now embarking on her 10th year of homeschooling. 🏡📚Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amandabartleWebsite: https://free2homeschool.org/about-us/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/free2homeschool===============================================Join the WaitlistDo you have a family vision or manifesto that guides your homeschooling journey?Every family makes decisions differently—but having clear values can bring confidence, clarity, and purpose to the choices you make every day.We're opening a waitlist for two exciting opportunities designed to help you create a meaningful family homeschool values manifesto:A live online workshop where we'll work together to write your family's homeschool values manifesto—not a Pinterest-worthy version, but one that's authentic, practical, and unique to your family.An in-person weekend retreat in Victoria, where you'll dive even deeper alongside other homeschooling families who are doing the same important work.If you'd like to be the first to hear when registrations open, join the waitlist below. You'll receive early updates and all the details as soon as they're available.We'd love to have you with us!CLICK HERE AND JOIN THE WAITLIST!===============================================This Season’s SponsorThis episode is supported by Twinkl, and I’m really grateful for their support of the podcastWhether you're just beginning your home education journey or have been learning together for years, finding high-quality resources that save you time makes all the difference. You need tools that support your child's specific learning goals while keeping them genuinely engaged.Twinkl, is here to help. Their Australian home education collection includes thousands of:Curriculum-aligned unit studies & printable activitiesHandy lesson planners & educational gamesReading resources & hands-on learning ideasBut learning isn't just about ticking boxes. Twinkl offers thousands of interest-led resources covering everything from dinosaurs and space to art, history, nature, STEM and so much more — making it easy to follow your child's passions while naturally supporting their learning.Not sure where to start?👉 Start your free trial today and discover everything available to support your family's unique learning journey.===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityIf you’re navigating homeschooling and wanting more support, encouragement, resources, and real conversations around learning and family life — you can join the free Fearless community platform.Inside the Fearless community, you’ll find:free homeschooling workshopspodcast discussions and reflectionshomeschool resources and guidessummit updates and announcementsconversations with other homeschooling familiessupport around learning, neurodiversity, teens, rhythms, confidence, and alternative educationIt’s designed to be a supportive space for families wanting to step away from fear-based education and build a more sustainable, connected approach to learning.📱 Join through the Fearless Live app or via the Fearless website.Connect With Fearless Homeschool🎧 Fearless Homeschool Podcast🌿 Fearless Homeschool📱 Fearless Live Community PlatformMentioned in this episode:PODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-rollTwink Promotion | — | ||||||
| 7/10/26 | S2E11 - Building A Homeschool That Fits with Aimee Engler and Penny Graham | Why feeling stuck often isn’t a “system” problem but a values-alignment issue?Micarle, Aimee and Penny discuss how many families recreate school at home due to familiarity and external pressure, and how the question “Why are you homeschooling?” helped them clarify what mattered: connection, flexibility, identity, lifelong learning, and whole-child support.Aimee shares prioritising therapy alongside academics, while Penny describes shifting toward family learning to reduce competition for “mommy time” and accepting trade-offs in academic intensity and senior pathways.They explore signs of alignment (peace, strong relationships, motivated kids) versus misalignment (strain, overwhelm, chasing curriculum).Connect With Our Guests🌿 Penny GrahamPenny is a 👩🏫 primary-trained teacher turned homeschooling mum of 4 (ages 8-14) and is now embarking on her 10th year of homeschooling. 🏡📚Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089935051190Website: www.flourishhomeschool.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourish_homeschool🌿 Aimee EnglerOwner of ND Family Hub, a Neurodiversity Adviser and a writer whose passion is to spend time homeschooling her kids and doing stuff in the community.Website: https://www.ndfamilyhub.com.au/the-teamFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NDFamilyHubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nd_family_hub===============================================Join the Waitlist Do you have a family vision or manifesto that guides your homeschooling journey?Every family makes decisions differently—but having clear values can bring confidence, clarity, and purpose to the choices you make every day. We're opening a waitlist for two exciting opportunities designed to help you create a meaningful family homeschool values manifesto:A live online workshop where we'll work together to write your family's homeschool values manifesto—not a Pinterest-worthy version, but one that's authentic, practical, and unique to your family.An in-person weekend retreat in Victoria, where you'll dive even deeper alongside other homeschooling families who are doing the same important work. If you'd like to be the first to hear when registrations open, join the waitlist below. You'll receive early updates and all the details as soon as they're available.We'd love to have you with us!CLICK HERE AND JOIN THE WAITLIST!===============================================This Season’s SponsorThis episode is supported by Twinkl, and I’m really grateful for their support of the podcastWhether you're just beginning your home education journey or have been learning together for years, finding high-quality resources that save you time makes all the difference. You need tools that support your child's specific learning goals while keeping them genuinely engaged.Twinkl, is here to help. Their Australian home education collection includes thousands of:Curriculum-aligned unit studies & printable activitiesHandy lesson planners & educational gamesReading resources & hands-on learning ideasBut learning isn't just about ticking boxes. Twinkl offers thousands of interest-led resources covering everything from dinosaurs and space to art, history, nature, STEM and so much more — making it easy to follow your child's passions while naturally supporting their learning.Not sure where to start?👉 Start your free trial today and discover everything available to support your family's unique learning journey.===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityIf you’re navigating homeschooling and wanting more support, encouragement, resources, and real conversations around learning and family life — you can join the free Fearless community platform.Inside the Fearless community, you’ll find:free homeschooling workshopspodcast discussions and reflectionshomeschool resources and guidessummit updates and announcementsconversations with other homeschooling familiessupport around learning, neurodiversity, teens, rhythms, confidence, and alternative educationIt’s designed to be a supportive space for families wanting to step away from fear-based education and build a more sustainable, connected approach to learning.📱 Join through the Fearless Live app or via the Fearless website.Connect With Fearless Homeschool🎧 Fearless Homeschool Podcast🌿 Fearless Homeschool📱 Fearless Live Community PlatformMentioned in this episode:PODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-roll | — | ||||||
| 6/14/26 | S2E10 - Redefining Success: What This Actually Looks Like at Home with Jillina Whittaker and Sheena Harris | How do you know if homeschooling is actually working?When you step away from grades, reports and traditional measures of success, it can be difficult to know what growth is supposed to look like.In this episode, Micarlé is joined by Jillina Whittaker and Sheena Harris to explore the quieter signs of success that often matter most — confidence, resilience, wellbeing, curiosity and connection.Together they discuss why homeschooling can feel messy, how children learn through challenge and failure, what confidence really looks like in everyday life, and why some of the most important learning never shows up on a report card.Connect With Our Guests🌿 Jillina WhittakerFounder of Homeschool Hotline and the HERRD Community, supporting homeschooling families across Australia, particularly those in rural and regional areas.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomeschoolHotline/Website: https://www.homeschoolhotline.com.au/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeschoolhotline.au/🌿 Sheena HarrisHomeschool coach, writing tutor and speech & debate educator supporting families through Homeschool Coaching NZ.Website: https://homeschoolcoaching.nz/===============================================This Season’s SponsorThis episode is supported by Twinkl, and I’m really grateful for their support of the podcastWhether you're just beginning your home education journey or have been learning together for years, finding high-quality resources that save you time makes all the difference. You need tools that support your child's specific learning goals while keeping them genuinely engaged.Twinkl, is here to help. Their Australian home education collection includes thousands of:Curriculum-aligned unit studies & printable activitiesHandy lesson planners & educational gamesReading resources & hands-on learning ideasBut learning isn't just about ticking boxes. Twinkl offers thousands of interest-led resources covering everything from dinosaurs and space to art, history, nature, STEM and so much more — making it easy to follow your child's passions while naturally supporting their learning.Not sure where to start?👉 Start your free trial today and discover everything available to support your family's unique learning journey.===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityIf you’re navigating homeschooling and wanting more support, encouragement, resources, and real conversations around learning and family life — you can join the free Fearless community platform.Inside the Fearless community, you’ll find:free homeschooling workshopspodcast discussions and reflectionshomeschool resources and guidessummit updates and announcementsconversations with other homeschooling familiessupport around learning, neurodiversity, teens, rhythms, confidence, and alternative educationIt’s designed to be a supportive space for families wanting to step away from fear-based education and build a more sustainable, connected approach to learning.📱 Join through the Fearless Live app or via the Fearless website.Connect With Fearless Homeschool🎧 Fearless Homeschool Podcast🌿 Fearless Homeschool📱 Fearless Live Community PlatformMentioned in this episode:Twink PromotionPODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-roll | — | ||||||
| 5/30/26 | S2E9 - Redefining Success: Growing Into Who You Are with Kora Wrench | What happens when success is no longer measured by grades, rankings, and external approval?In this episode, Micarlé sits down with Kora Wrench — a homeschooled young adult now running her own homeschool dance studio at just 22 years old.Together they explore:redefining success beyond school metricspassion-led learningconfidence and entrepreneurshiplearning through real lifehelping young people grow into who they areThis conversation is a beautiful reminder that success doesn’t always look like perfection, high scores, or following the traditional path.Sometimes it looks like purpose, confidence, growth, and genuinely loving what you do.Connect With KoraInstagram & Facebook: @bkhsdanceInstagram: @koradawn===============================================This Season’s SponsorThis episode is supported by Twinkl, and I’m really grateful for their support of the podcastWhether you're just beginning your home education journey or have been learning together for years, finding high-quality resources that save you time makes all the difference. You need tools that support your child's specific learning goals while keeping them genuinely engaged.Twinkl, is here to help. Their Australian home education collection includes thousands of:Curriculum-aligned unit studies & printable activitiesHandy lesson planners & educational gamesReading resources & hands-on learning ideasBut learning isn't just about ticking boxes. Twinkl offers thousands of interest-led resources covering everything from dinosaurs and space to art, history, nature, STEM and so much more — making it easy to follow your child's passions while naturally supporting their learning.Not sure where to start?👉 Start your free trial today and discover everything available to support your family's unique learning journey.===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityIf you’re navigating homeschooling and wanting more support, encouragement, resources, and real conversations around learning and family life — you can join the free Fearless community platform.Inside the Fearless community, you’ll find:free homeschooling workshopspodcast discussions and reflectionshomeschool resources and guidessummit updates and announcementsconversations with other homeschooling familiessupport around learning, neurodiversity, teens, rhythms, confidence, and alternative educationIt’s designed to be a supportive space for families wanting to step away from fear-based education and build a more sustainable, connected approach to learning.📱 Join through the Fearless Live app or via the Fearless website.Connect With Fearless Homeschool🎧 Fearless Homeschool Podcast🌿 Fearless Homeschool📱 Fearless Live Community PlatformMentioned in this episode:PODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-rollTwink Promotion | — | ||||||
| 5/14/26 | S2E8 - Learning Without School: Structure Without “School-at-Home” | Rhythm, Scaffolding & Letting Go with Krystel Watts and Penny Graham | What does learning actually look like… when you’re not trying to recreate school at home?In this episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, Micarlé is joined by Krystel Watts (Engaging Minds) and Penny as they unpack one of the biggest challenges homeschooling families face:👉 How do you support learning… without slipping back into school structures?This conversation explores:Rhythm vs rigid timetablesScaffolding learning without pressureGuiding your child without controlling themCreating structure that actually serves your familyLetting go of “doing everything” and focusing on what mattersYou’ll hear real-life examples of what this looks like in different families — from flexible routines to collaborative goal setting, to building independence over time.If you’ve ever wondered:“Am I doing enough?”“Do we need a schedule?”“How do I support my child without pushing them?”This episode will give you a grounded, honest look at what learning can become outside of school.🎧 Listen if you’re ready to:Move away from “school-at-home”Build a rhythm that actually worksTrust your child’s learning (and your role in it)✨ Sponsor: Reflective (formerly Maths Pathway)Try it free for 2 weeks + get 10% off with code FEARLESS10💛 Join the free Fearless Homeschool community===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/?fluentcrm=1&route=smart_url&slug=cr0g8d2Mentioned in this episode:PODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_ Mid rollPODCAST ASSET_ Mid roll | — | ||||||
| 5/2/26 | S2E7: Learning Without School: What Learning Really Looks Like in Real Life with Krystel Watts and Penny Graham | What does learning actually look like when it’s no longer confined to desks, worksheets, and timetables?In this episode, Micarlé is joined by Krystel Watts and Penny Graham to explore how learning unfolds naturally through curiosity, play, projects, daily rhythms, and real-life experiences.Together they unpack why real learning is often messy, non-linear, and invisible in the moment—and why that doesn’t make it any less valuable.Because when school is removed, learning doesn’t disappear.It simply relocates.===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:PODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-roll | — | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | S2E6 - The Myth of Falling Behind: What Progress Really Looks Like | The idea of “falling behind” is often treated as fact.But when we look closer, it begins to raise more questions than answers.In this episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, Micarlé is joined by Richard Wilson from Reflective — a former teacher who now works to reshape education from outside the traditional system.Together they explore how the narrative of falling behind is often driven by age-based curriculum pacing and comparison, despite the wide range of ability that exists within every classroom.They unpack how school reporting can prioritise what is measured over what is truly learned, and why many systems still rely on models originally designed for elite education.The conversation also explores what meaningful progress actually looks like — shifting the focus toward understanding, growth, and mastery rather than speed.Along the way, they discuss key ideas such as productive struggle, cognitive load and chunking, the importance of clear learning goals, and why autonomy and purpose play such a critical role in how learning sticks.This episode offers a powerful perspective on what happens when we move beyond timelines — and begin to rethink what progress really means.Guest's links:Website: https://reflective.global/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MathsPathway/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reflectiveglobal/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/reflectiveglobal/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReflectiveGlobal===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:PODCAST ASSET_ Mid rollPODCAST ASSET_ Mid rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-roll | — | ||||||
| 4/10/26 | S2E5 - The Myth of Falling Behind: Behind What? with Sara MacDonald | When families begin homeschooling, one of the biggest fears that shows up is the idea of falling behind.But behind what?This idea is so deeply embedded in how we think about learning that it can feel almost impossible to shake.Timelines, comparisons, and expectations quietly shape the way we see our children — and ourselves.In this episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, Micarlé is joined by Sara from Happiness is Here to unpack the myth of falling behind and where it actually comes from.Together they explore the illusion of learning timelines, the conditioning that reinforces them, and the invisible comparisons that make them feel real.They also discuss what it looks like to step outside of those expectations and begin trusting a more natural, individual pace of learning.This conversation invites families to question what progress really means — and to consider what becomes possible when learning is no longer measured against a fixed path.Guest LinksHappiness is Here - https://www.instagram.com/sara_happiness.is.here/ ===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026PODCAST ASSET_Post-rollPODCAST ASSET_Post-roll | — | ||||||
| 4/3/26 | S2E4 - Deschooling Your Life: When Everything Changes (and That’s Not a Bad Thing) | Episode 4 isn’t only about learning.It’s about what happens to you when you choose this life.The version of deschooling that no one talks about — the identity shifts, the income conversations, the letting go of timelines, expectations, and the version of success you thought you were working toward.In this episode, Micarlé is joined by Krystel and Chris from Engaging Minds (16 years homeschooling, 8 kids), along with her husband Dave, to unpack what this actually looks like in real life.This is an honest conversation about:– Letting go of the two-income expectation– The quiet grief and freedom that come with choosing a different path– How comparison sneaks in (and how to catch it)– The pace shift of homeschooling — and why it matters– Redefining success beyond school metricsThere are no neat answers here. Just a grounded, real conversation about what it means to rebuild a life around learning — not school.Guest LinksEngaging Minds - www.engagingminds.co.nz/FEARLESSHOMESCHOOL===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | S2E3 - Deschooling: What It Actually Is with Rachel Parkinson | When families begin homeschooling, one of the first questions is often about curriculum.But before the curriculum comes something else.Deschooling.Deschooling is the process of untangling the expectations we’ve absorbed from school about learning — how time should be structured, what progress should look like, and how success is measured.In this episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, Micarlé is joined by homeschooler and homeopath Rachel Parkinson to explore what deschooling actually means and why it’s often misunderstood.Together they talk about letting go of school-based assumptions and recognising how powerful everyday life experiences can be for learning.They also unpack the common myth that deschooling should last a set number of months based on how many years a child spent in school.Instead, deschooling is often an ongoing shift in how families see learning, growth, and what education can look like when it moves beyond the classroom.Guest LinksRachel Parkinson – Homeopathhttps://www.rachelparkinsonhomeopath.com.au/Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
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| 3/19/26 | S2E2 - The History and Motivations Behind Modern Schooling with Dr. Rebecca English and Mark Powell | Where did our modern ideas about school come from?In this episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, Micarlé is joined by Dr Rebecca English and Mark Powell to explore the historical forces that shaped modern schooling.Together they discuss how education moved from church and class-based systems into mass schooling shaped by militarisation, industrialisation, and economic needs.They also explore the progressive education thinkers — including Rousseau, Pestalozzi, Dewey, and Montessori — who imagined a very different approach centred on child development, autonomy, relationships, and self-directed learning.This episode sets the foundation for the season ahead, including next week’s conversation on The Hidden Curriculum of School.Guest LinksMark Powell – Positive Discipline Australiahttps://www.positivedisciplineaustralia.com/===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | S2E1 - The History and Motivations Behind Modern Schooling with Dr. Rebecca English and Mark Powell | Where did our modern ideas about school come from?In this episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, Micarlé is joined by Dr Rebecca English and Mark Powell to explore the historical forces that shaped modern schooling.Together they discuss how education moved from church and class-based systems into mass schooling shaped by militarisation, industrialisation, and economic needs.They also explore the progressive education thinkers — including Rousseau, Pestalozzi, Dewey, and Montessori — who imagined a very different approach centred on child development, autonomy, relationships, and self-directed learning.This episode sets the foundation for the season ahead, including next week’s conversation on The Hidden Curriculum of School.Guest LinksMark Powell – Positive Discipline Australiahttps://www.positivedisciplineaustralia.com/===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more here===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 3/8/26 | Season 2 Is Coming: Reclaiming Learning | Season 2 of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast is about to begin.This season we’re exploring a big idea:Reclaiming learning.Because many of the pressures homeschool families feel — around structure, pace, measurement, success, and “keeping up” — didn’t appear out of nowhere.They were built into a system.In Season 2 we’re stepping back to explore the bigger picture:Where our modern ideas about education came from, how they shape our expectations of learning, and what it looks like to rebuild something healthier for our families.Across this season we’ll explore questions like:• Where did our modern idea of school come from?• How did learning become something measured rather than experienced?• What happens when curiosity and natural learning rhythms are pushed aside?• How can homeschooling families rebuild a culture of learning at home?This introduction episode gives you a preview of the conversations ahead and invites you to start thinking about the role school has played in shaping how we see learning.Because once you understand the foundations of the system, you gain the freedom to choose what you want to keep — and what you're ready to let go.===============================================This Season’s SponsorMany of you already know Maths Pathway, and I’m really glad to be partnering with them as they evolve into Reflective — a broader ecosystem built around how children actually learn, not how they’re measured.They’ve just launched Reflective Home, a new parent-facing hub designed to help you see, support, and manage your child’s homeschool learning with more clarity and less pressure.You’ll hear more about Reflective throughout the first half of this season.This episode is sponsored by Reflective Learning (formerly Maths Pathway).Try their learning tools free for 2 weeks and use code FEARLESS10 for 10% off your first bill.Learn more:https://reflective.global/reflective-home/===============================================Join the Fearless Homeschool CommunityJoin the Fearless Homeschool Free Community and continue the conversation.https://fearless.live/ | — | ||||||
| 8/18/25 | S1E14 - Season 1 Finale: You Are Uniquely You – Treat Your Homeschool the Same. | In this final episode of Season One of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast, I dive into one of the biggest truths I've learned on this journey: There's no single "right" way to homeschool.From Classical to Charlotte Mason, Montessori to Steiner, unschooling to unit studies—the options can feel endless (and a little overwhelming). But the real magic happens when you stop trying to fit into someone else's mould and start shaping homeschooling to fit your family.I share stories from my own journey and from other families I've met along the way, all pointing to the same truth: your homeschool doesn't have to look like anyone else's.Here's where to find more:https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 7/21/25 | S1E13 - Teaching Through Story: A Gentle Guide to Living Books- with Anthony Coafield | You know that moment when your child lights up during a story—the kind where their imagination takes off and they start seeing themselves inside the world of the book? That's the power of a living book.I've touched on living books in quite a few of my chats this season, but I figured it was time we gave them their own spotlight. What are they really? Why do they work so well? And how can you start using them more intentionally in your homeschool?In my recent podcast conversation with Anthony Coafield from Living Book Press, we dug into all of that. We talked about why living books aren't just beautiful to read—they're seriously effective learning tools. Whether you're deep into Charlotte Mason philosophy or just looking for a better way to bring history, science, or literature to life, this episode is one you'll want to tune in to.🎧 In the episode, we talk about:Why living books matter (and how they build connection)What to look for when choosing books for your homeschoolHow Anthony uses living books in his own familyThe beautiful role of modelling lifelong learning for our kidsHere's where to find more:https://www.livingbookpress.com/https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 7/13/25 | S1E12 - Rolling the Dice on Education: How Jacquelyn Made Learning Fun | 🌿 We're thrilled to welcome Jacquelyn to the Fearless Homeschool Podcast! 🎙️ She's a homeschooling mum of seven from Geelong, Victoria — with four still learning at home through a natural learning/unschooling approach. 💛 When they're not off adventuring in the great outdoors, you'll likely find her crew cooking up something delicious in the kitchen, working on creative projects, or—yep—gathered around a board game! 🎲✨ In this episode, we chat about: 🏫 Why Jacquelyn stepped away from traditional schooling 🎮 How board games became a core part of her family's learning journey 📚 The shift from structured curriculum to relaxed, unschooly learning 🧠 Learning through classics like Monopoly and Clue(do) — hello, real-world maths and strategy! 👨👩👧👦 The magic of game schooling for connection, fun, and organic learning 🎯 Tips on staying flexible and keeping the joy in your homeschool Jacquelyn's story is full of encouragement, creativity, and brilliant reminders to make learning work for your family. Tune in and get inspired! 🎧✨Here's where to find more:https://thereandsomewhere.com/https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 5/25/25 | S1E11 - It's Their Life. Not a Lesson Plan! with Sheena, Krystel, Rebecca, Jo and Micarle | Want to make the most of the high school years?Need help navigating higher education options for your teen?Interested in how to work towards future pathways without a school certificate or ATAR score?In this bonus with Sheena Harris, Rebecca English, Krystel Watts and Jo LLoyd, for members-only session, find out how to chart a course from your homeschool to further studies, including university.This is a parent's guide to high school planning without the overwhelm. Learn how to support your teen towards higher education and explore the ways you can help them map out a bright next chapter!Fearless Homeschool Podcast:https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 5/22/25 | S1E10P2 - Felicity Harber — Focus on What Your Kid Needs (It's That Simple!) | In my conversation with Felicity Harber on the Fearless Homeschool podcast, we dive deep into what it really means to customise your homeschool to fit your child—not the other way around. ✨🎧Felicity shares how blending different philosophies has helped her meet her son's unique learning needs—and how letting go of traditional, top-down teaching methods opened up space for real growth. (Spoiler: standing at the kitchen table like a schoolteacher didn't quite go to plan. 😅)We also explore the transition from school to homeschool, navigating life on the road, and adjusting to a child's evolving needs—whether that's more structure, more freedom, or a mix of both. From embracing child-led learning and celebrating effort over grades, to finding inspiration in resources like The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart, this episode is packed with reflections, real-life examples, and a few laughs along the way. 📚🚐🌱If you've ever wondered whether it's okay to ditch the system and follow your kid's lead… this one's for you. 💛Here's where to find more about Flick and the Fearless Homeschool Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeschool.adventures.ausFearless Homeschool Podcast: https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 5/20/25 | S1E10P1 - Felicity Harber — Focus on What Your Kid Needs (It's That Simple!) | In my conversation with Felicity Harber on the Fearless Homeschool podcast, we dive deep into what it really means to customise your homeschool to fit your child—not the other way around. ✨🎧Felicity shares how blending different philosophies has helped her meet her son's unique learning needs—and how letting go of traditional, top-down teaching methods opened up space for real growth. (Spoiler: standing at the kitchen table like a schoolteacher didn't quite go to plan. 😅)We also explore the transition from school to homeschool, navigating life on the road, and adjusting to a child's evolving needs—whether that's more structure, more freedom, or a mix of both. From embracing child-led learning and celebrating effort over grades, to finding inspiration in resources like The Brave Learner by Julie Bogart, this episode is packed with reflections, real-life examples, and a few laughs along the way. 📚🚐🌱If you've ever wondered whether it's okay to ditch the system and follow your kid's lead… this one's for you. 💛Here's where to find more about Flick and the Fearless Homeschool Podcast:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homeschool.adventures.ausFearless Homeschool Podcast: https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 5/7/25 | S1E9P2 - The Co-op Connection: The Piece of the Puzzle That Completed Amanda Bartle's Homeschooling Journey | And that's a wrap on today's episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast! 🎧A big thank you to Amanda Bartle for sharing her valuable insights on homeschooling and co-ops. 🙌 You can find Amanda on Instagram at @littlekidscan 📱 and through Free2Homeschool for more of her great work. 🌟If you're looking to dive deeper into your homeschooling journey, 🛤️ be sure to check out Amanda's workshops in the Fearless Membership. 🧠These include:Pathways to University, A Chat with Homeschool Graduates,and one of my personal favourites, Developing an Engaging Education. ❤️Each workshop offers practical tools 🛠️ and strategies to help you build a richer and more engaging learning experience. 📚✨Remember to follow the Fearless Family 👨👩👧👦 by signing up for our Fearless Family Fables — your go-to for updates, tips, and stories straight from the heart ❤️ of the homeschooling community! 🏡Thanks for listening, and I'll catch you in the next episode! 👋#FearlessHomeschool #HomeschoolPodcast #AmandaBartle #Free2Homeschool #LittleKidsCan #HomeschoolWorkshops #FearlessFamily #HomeschoolSupport #HomeEducation #StayFearless.Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 5/4/25 | S1E9P1 - The Co-op Connection: The Piece of the Puzzle That Completed Amanda Bartle's Homeschooling Journey | And that's a wrap on today's episode of the Fearless Homeschool Podcast! 🎧A big thank you to Amanda Bartle for sharing her valuable insights on homeschooling and co-ops. 🙌 You can find Amanda on Instagram at @littlekidscan 📱 and through Free2Homeschool for more of her great work. 🌟If you're looking to dive deeper into your homeschooling journey, 🛤️ be sure to check out Amanda's workshops in the Fearless Membership. 🧠These include:Pathways to University, A Chat with Homeschool Graduates,and one of my personal favourites, Developing an Engaging Education. ❤️Each workshop offers practical tools 🛠️ and strategies to help you build a richer and more engaging learning experience. 📚✨Remember to follow the Fearless Family 👨👩👧👦 by signing up for our Fearless Family Fables — your go-to for updates, tips, and stories straight from the heart ❤️ of the homeschooling community! 🏡Thanks for listening, and I'll catch you in the next episode! 👋Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 4/30/25 | S1E8P2 - Patricia Fitzgerald's Unit Study Approach: Nurturing Academics and Interests at Home | In this second part of our chat with Patricia Fitzgerald, a homeschooling mum from Southeast Queensland, we dive deeper into her inspiring journey 🌱 from traditional schooling to a more personalised and connected homeschooling approach 🏡.We explore: ✨ The early challenges with mainstream education and distance ed 📚 How unit studies created a more engaging, child-led learning experience 👐 Blending reading, hands-on projects, and real-world excursions 💡 Why focusing on input over output can transform your child's education 📘 Favourite resources like Life of Fred and Beyond the Page 👩👧👦 Supporting both solo learners and group learning dynamics 💬 Patricia's advocacy through Instagram (@fitslearning) and her Free2Homeschool groupIf you missed Part 1, be sure to go back and catch the beginning of Patricia's story! 🎧Here to find out more about Patricia:Website: https://free2homeschool.org/about-us/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 4/27/25 | S1E8P1 - Patricia Fitzgerald's Unit Study Approach: Nurturing Academics and Interests at Home | 🎉 We're excited to welcome Patricia Fitzgerald to the Fearless Homeschool Podcast! 🎙️Patricia is a homeschooling mum from Southeast Queensland 🌿.In this chat, we dive into:📚 Patricia's transition from traditional schooling to homeschooling ⚡ The initial challenges faced with traditional school and distance education 🎨 Adoption of unit studies for a more enriched learning experience 🛠️ Strategies for combining reading, hands-on projects, and excursions in homeschooling 💡 The importance of valuing input over output in children's learning 📖 Using resources like Life of Fred and Beyond the Page 👩🏫 Facilitating group learning and overcoming the challenges of teaching a single child 🤝 Patricia's advocacy and support work through her Instagram (@fitslearning) and 'Free2Homeschool' groupTune in to hear her inspiring story! 🎧✨Here's where to find about Patricia more:Website: https://free2homeschool.org/about-us/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/free2homeschoolnowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/free2homeschool/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Free2HomeschoolFearless Homeschool links:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@FearlessHomeschoolMentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 4/16/25 | S1E7P2 - From Charlotte Mason to Classical: Krystel Watts on an Ever-Evolving Homeschool with Flexibility and Trust | This week is part 2 with my lovely mate from across the Tasman 🌊—Krystel Watt from Engaging Minds NZ. It was such a joy to hear how her homeschool journey has evolved (and continues to!) as she and her husband Chris homeschool 7 of their 8 amazing kids ❤️📚In this episode, Krystel shares how, even though her children have never been to traditional school—she still had to intentionally let go of the "school mindset" 🧠🚫. We also chat about how her experience with her eldest has helped her feel more confident and relaxed with her younger kids, and how she now fully trusts that their eclectic learning style is more than enough 🌈✨We also dive into: 🔸 How Krystel's homeschool approach has grown and changed over the years 🔸 Early influences like Charlotte Mason & Montessori, and the shift to a classical approach 🔸 The importance of knowing your kids deeply and choosing a curriculum with flexibility 🔸 Recognizing when to pause and allow for developmental growth 🔸 The peace that comes from trusting the process and embracing a unique family rhythm 💫You can connect with Krystel and Chris through Engaging Minds NZ on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or their website 🖥️. They're a brilliant resource for finding the right curriculum and learning tools to match your family's needs—and yes, they ship to Australia too! 📦🇦🇺Krystel is also an amazing support for the summits we run at Fearless Homeschool! 🙌 She'll be both presenting and hosting sessions in our upcoming Teen and DIY Summits. Inside the Fearless Membership, you can access her brilliant workshops: 🎤 "Surviving and Thriving: Home Educating with a Large Family" 📘 "Structured Literacy: Understanding the Importance of Building a Solid Foundation of Learning"—#HomeschoolLife #EclecticHomeschooling #FearlessHomeschool #HomeEducation #HomeschoolJourney #CharlotteMason #MontessoriInspired #ClassicalHomeschool #LargeFamilyLearning #AustralianHomeschoolers #EngagingMindsNZ #FearlessMembership #HomeschoolSupport #TeenSummit #DIYSummit #LetGoOfTheSchoolMindsetHere's where you can connect with Krystel:Website: https://tinyurl.com/engagingminds-websiteFacebook: https://tinyurl.com/engagingminds-facebookInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/engagingmindsnz/?hl=enFearless Homeschool podcast page:https://fearlesshomeschool.com/fearless-homeschool-podcast/Mentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
| 4/10/25 | S1E7P1 - From Charlotte Mason to Classical: Krystel Watts on an Ever-Evolving Homeschool with Flexibility and Trust | 🎙️ This week we chat with Krystel Watts from Engaging Minds NZ! I had so much fun catching up with my lovely mate from across the Tasman 🌊, hearing more about how her homeschool journey has evolved—and continues to evolve—as she and her husband Chris homeschool 7 of their 8 awesome kids 👨👩👧👦.In this chat, we dive into: 📚 How Krystel's homeschool journey has grown as she educates her 8 children 🌱 The early influence of Charlotte Mason and Montessori, and transitioning to a classical approach in later years 🧠 The importance of truly understanding each child and being flexible with curriculum choices 🛌 Recognizing when rest and developmental growth are needed before moving forward with formal learning 🚫 Letting go of the "school mindset" despite never sending her kids to traditional school 💡 How her experience with her eldest has brought confidence and calm with her younger children 🌈 Trusting that an eclectic learning style is more than enough for a well-rounded educationYou can connect with Krystel and Chris through Engaging Minds NZ on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or their website 🌐. They're an incredible resource for matching the right curriculum or learning tools to your family's needs—and yes, they ship to Australia! 🇦🇺📦Krystel is also a fabulous support for the summits we run at Fearless Homeschool ❤️ She'll be presenting and hosting a few sessions in our upcoming Teen and DIY Summits!🎤 Don't miss her powerful workshops inside the Fearless Membership: ✨ 'Surviving and Thriving: Home Educating with a Large Family' ✨ 'Structured Literacy: Understanding the Importance of Building a Solid Foundation of Learning'👇 Tune in, be inspired, and know you're not alone on this journey!#HomeschoolingLife #FearlessHomeschool #EngagingMindsNZ #CharlotteMason #MontessoriInspired #ClassicalHomeschooling #EclecticHomeschooling #HomeEducationJourney #HomeschoolWithHeart #BigFamilyLife #TeenHomeschool #DIYLearning #StructuredLiteracy #HomeschoolSupport #HomeschoolAustralia #NZHomeschoolers #HomeschoolConfidence #AlternativeEducation #UnschoolTheMind 🏡📖✨Here's where you can connect with Krystel:Website: https://tinyurl.com/engagingminds-websiteFacebook: https://tinyurl.com/engagingminds-facebookInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/engagingmindsnz/?hl=enMentioned in this episode:Summit Promotion!Tickets are now on Sale for the Australian and New Zealand Homeschooling Summit 2026 | — | ||||||
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