Heart & Soul Homeschool
Homeschool mom Emilie Lunt believes with her whole heart and soul that our homes are places where we can seek the truth, celebrate beauty, and learn good things every single day. That's why she's educating her kids at home. She knows you can do it too! Welcome to Heart & Soul Homeschool Podcast presented by the Herzog Foundation. Join Emilie and an array of captivating guests as they inspire and empower you on your homeschooling journey. Whether you're just beginning or a seasoned homeschool parent, this podcast is your weekly dose of encouragement, insights, and practical tips. Tune in and discover the joy of homeschooling with heart and soul.
Episodes
31 episodes
From Politics to Bookstores with Lindsey Vroegindewey
This week, Emilie is joined by Lindsey Vroegindewey: a mom, entrepreneur and the former Chief Clerk for the Montana House of Representatives. Through her online bookstore, Big Sky Life Books, she is dedicated to helping families build their hom...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 30
•
18:37
Navigating the News with Chris Stigall Part 2
Chris Stigall is back for round 2 this week and the conversation turns to helpful ideas for Christian parents to help kids develop their own discernment when it comes to the news media. In the midst of a polarized political season, this c...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 29
•
24:59
Navigating the News with Chris Stigall Part 1
This week Emilie is joined by national conservative media personality, Chris Stigall. They discuss the challenges of our current media landscape and the importance of being discerning as we navigate the news as Christian parents.
•
Season 1
•
Episode 28
•
20:57
The Naked Apple Tribe with Ashlee Sharrett & Le Niza Arellano
Naked Apple Tribe Homeschool Co-op is a 2024 recipient of the Herzog Foundation's Excellence in Christian Education Awards Co-Op of the Year Award. This week, Emilie is joined by co-leaders Ashlee Sharrett and Le Niza Arellano. You’...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 27
•
23:54
Co-Op of the Year: GraceLubbock with Jenifer Davidson
Jenifer Davidson, recipient of the Herzog Foundation's Excellence in Christian Education Awards Co-Op of the Year and the founder of GraceLubbock Homeschool Group, joins Emilie this week to chat about what it was like to grow GraceLubbock from ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 26
•
20:30
What’s Next, Momma? with Leslie Nunnery
Leslie Nunnery, Co-Founder of Teach Them Diligently, and Emilie talk about preparing for the empty nest even while your kids are young. Your heart will be encouraged by Leslie’s sweet insights no matter where you are on your journey as a ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 25
•
33:17
Throwing Open the Doors of Your Church with Pastor Brad Rhodda
This week, Christine Agin, Co-Founder and Board Chair, Bitterroot Heritage Academy returns and brings along Brad Rhodda, Pastor, Light of the Valley Church. They tell the incredible story of how God brought them together to share a vision that ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 24
•
23:04
Homeschool Mom AND Private School Founder? with Christine Agin
In this very special episode of Heart & Soul Homeschool, Emilie joins forces with Christine Stigall from the Making the Leap podcast to bring you the incredible story of Christine Agin, Co-Founder and Board Chair of Bitterroot Heritage Acad...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 23
•
33:18
Praying For Your Homeschool with Sara Radginski
Podcast Description: This week Sara Radginski from Blessed Homeschool joins Emilie to chat about her Prayer Challenge for homeschool moms. There's no better way to start your homeschool year than committing to prayer and Sara has just the encou...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 22
•
30:50
Flourishing In Community with Natalie Haber
Natalie Haber is back this week to talk about her ministry for mothers: Flourish. She and Emilie discuss what true Christ-centered community is and ideas for how you can create it in your own life. Natalie Haber, founde...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 21
•
25:14
When Our Convictions Differ with Natalie Haber
Natalie Haber is Emilie’s guest this week. They dive into the tricky topic of handling differences in conviction about education within our families and the body of Christ. You’ll be encouraged as you listen to Natalie’s story of ho...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 20
•
26:16
Circles, Not Rows with Dr. Lisa Dunne
Dr. Lisa Dunne returns this week to discuss the University that she founded based on the principles of homeschooling: Chula Vista Christian University. You will be blown away as you hear about the University's mission and their truly industry d...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 19
•
25:44
Outsourced! with Dr. Lisa Dunne
This week Emilie and her guest, Dr. Lisa Dunne, discuss the reality that parents (Christian parents included!) have outsourced the care and discipleship of their children. The consequences are devastating, but you'll be inspired by Dr. Dunne's ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 18
•
29:00
Being the Church with Ricky and Autumn Sands
This week Emilie sits down with Ricky and Autumn Sands to chat about the homeschool co-op they started at their church and its huge impact on their congregation and community. Pastor Ricky and his wife, Autumn, met while studying a...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 17
•
39:51
Enriching Life And Academics with Letricia Osgood
This week Emilie and her guest, Letricia Osgood from Discovery Homeschool Academy, discuss options for both enrichment and academic programs offered by the Academy through partnership with local churches. Who knows…perhaps you’ll be inspi...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 16
•
24:16
Public To Private To Homeschool! with Megan Lewis
Join Emilie and her guest Megan Lewis as they chat about Megan's family's journey from public school to private Christian school and now homeschool! You'll be encouraged by their story of faith and trust as they seek to follow God's plan ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 15
•
28:58
Why Christian Kids Must Read Well with Lydia Callahan
Why is teaching reading so tricky? Why is it critical that kids (and especially Christian kids) have the ability to read with understanding? How can we help our kids read and comprehend better? These are just a few of the topics Emilie and her ...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 14
•
39:44
Our Public School Parents Taught Us How to Homeschool! with Jared Lunt
Emilie's husband, Jared, is back this week. Both Emilie and Jared attended Public School growing up, but they realize now that their parents were preparing them to be homeschoolers all along! Listen in as Emilie and Jared discuss specific thing...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 13
•
29:28
The Heart & Soul of OUR Homeschool with Jared Lunt
Emilie's husband, Jared, joins the podcast this week as they discuss the Heart & Soul of THEIR homeschool.Jared Lunt is a West Point graduate, Army veteran, sales professional, great husband, and homeschool dad. He and his family res...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 12
•
35:13
Work AND Homeschool?
Join Emilie and her guest, Debbie Park, as they chat about how Debbie is able to work full-time from home AND homeschool at the same time. Debbie offers her experience and encourages parents to think through all the possibilities!
•
Season 1
•
Episode 11
•
23:29
Part Time College Professor, Part Time Homeschool Mom with Allison Lassiter
Emilie and her friend, Dr. Allison Lassiter, talk about what it looks like to be a college professor AND a homeschool mom!Dr. Allison Lassiter is a part time homeschool mom and a part time professor. She is passionate about giving her k...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 10
•
33:11
A Different Perspective On School Choice And Homeschool with Rick Green
Join Emilie and Rick Green, America's Constitution Coach, for a lively discussion about homeschoolers and school choice.Rick Green is known as America’s Constitution Coach. He is a former Texas State Representative, national spea...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 9
•
45:23
Guided Unschooling And More with Rachael Alsbury
Join Emilie and her guest Rachael Alsbury as they chat about everything from Rachael's story as a homeschool mom to "guided unschooling" to "on ramps" for homeschooling. This is a fun conversation that you won't want to miss!Rachael Als...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 8
•
32:20
You CAN Homeschool Your Out-Of-The-Box Learner! with Peggy Ployhar
Join Emilie and her guest Peggy Ployhar, Founder and CEO of SPED Homeschool as they chat about homeschooling diverse learners.Learn more about Peggy and SPED Homeschool at https://spedhomeschool.com...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 7
•
32:01
Every Dad Should Be A Thinking Dad with Garritt Hampton
Join Emilie and her guest Garritt Hampton, director of Schoolhouse Rocked: The Homeschool Revolution and host of the new Thinking Dad Podcast. You won't want to miss their discussion about the documentary film Schoolhouse Rocked, the impo...
•
Season 1
•
Episode 6
•
32:51