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Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 3 Episode 6: Freedom and Rigor — Rachel Zera on Learning Styles, Curriculum Fit, and a Homeschool That Follows Her KidsYou might picture a former special education teacher running her homeschool by the clock. Rachel Zera’s kids play all morning and start lessons when they’re ready, and her oldest sometimes finishes two or three days of work in one sitting.In this episode, I chat with Rachel Zera, a former special education teacher with a master’s in autism spectrum disorder. She now homeschools her three kids in Mississippi while tutoring and running her own business, Peacefully Busy. Rachel shares why she wouldn’t send her kids somewhere she no longer wanted to work herself, the fold...
2026-10-2257 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 3 Episode 5: Learning Isn’t Linear — Joy Golden on Leaving the Classroom and Supporting Struggling WritersJoy Golden never set foot in a public school until she was hired to work in one. Five years of teaching made her more certain of what she’d always believed: her own kids would learn at home.In this episode, I chat with Joy Golden, a former third grade public school teacher and homeschool mom of two little ones. She grew up unschooled, homeschooled, cyber schooled, and privately schooled. Joy talks about the classroom moments that made her decision to homeschool final, why she sees public education as flawed rather than broken, and how her iceberg fr...
2026-10-201h 42
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 3 Episode 4: You Can't Teach Everything — Margie Figueroa on Outsourcing With ConfidenceShe spent a full year supporting homeschool families before she homeschooled her own kids. By the time she started, she had already built a network of tutors, classes, and resources.In this episode, I chat with Margie Figueroa, a former public school teacher and reading instructional coach in South Florida who now homeschools her 15-year-old daughter and 10-year-old son while running her own online tutoring and homeschool consulting business. Margie shares why she and her husband decided to homeschool after watching their kids lose their love of learning, how she framed the move differently for each child...
2026-10-0854 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 3 Episode 3: Life is Learning: Katie Doughty on Service Learning and Letting Go of School at HomeOne December, Katie Doughty set aside math, language arts, writing, and everything else on the schedule for almost three weeks. Her kids came out of it with about 50 comfort kits for people experiencing homelessness, and Katie came out of it seeing learning differently.In this episode, I chat with Katie Doughty, a former first and second grade teacher in Seattle who is heading into her sixth year of homeschooling her two kids, ages 10 and 13. Katie shares how a temporary COVID plan turned into a way of life, why being a teacher meant more unlearning than people expect...
2026-10-0645 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 3 Episode 2: Becoming a Student of Your Own Child — Jennifer Doddington on Unlearning the ClassroomEveryone assumed homeschooling would come easy to a teacher with ten years in the classroom. Jennifer Doddington says it was harder than teaching — because first she had to learn how to stop being a teacher.In this episode, I chat with Jennifer Doddington, a former public school teacher of ten years with a gifted endorsement, now heading into her fifth year homeschooling her three children. Jennifer walks through the two situations that made her and her husband stop and reconsider — a middle son whose IEP services kept slipping through the cracks, and an oldest son who had quie...
2026-10-011h 09
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 3 Episode 1: Full-Time Teacher, Full-Time Homeschooler — Keisha on Making Both WorkEvery summer, before her kids open a single book, Keisha spends weeks planning lessons she won’t teach for months — because once the school year starts, there’s no time to plan as she goes.In this episode, I chat with Keisha, a full-time high school teacher in Brooklyn, NY and homeschooling mom of two — a rising 5th grader and a rising 9th grader. Keisha shares how a rough first grade year led her to pull her son out and never look back, how she runs two completely different homeschool systems for two completely different kids while working...
2026-09-291h 34
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2 Episode 10: A Military Family's Homeschool — Morgan Farr on Rotations, PCS Moves, and Building Two BusinessesMorgan Farr wasn’t diagnosed with autism until she was already deep into motherhood — and it reshaped how she built her entire homeschool.In this episode, I chat with Morgan Farr, an Army wife of thirteen years, homeschool mom of four, and founder of Dog-Eared Press, currently stationed at Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Morgan shares the backwards-planning philosophy her homeschooled husband’s family passed down to her, the honest story of homeschooling four kids under five with zero support during COVID, and the rotation-based systems that keep her family on track through constant military moves. She also opens up abo...
2026-08-131h 03
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2 Episode 9 - A British Expat's Homeschool: Stacey Al Hassani on Switching Curriculums and Outsourcing What She Can't TeachAfter six years of homeschooling four kids, why did Stacey Al Hassani decide her son needed to go back to a traditional classroom?In this episode, I chat with Stacey Al Hassani, a British expat and homeschool mom of three in Dubai, six years into a homeschool journey that started almost by accident during COVID. Stacey opens up about the honest story behind her eldest son’s return to traditional school, why she switched her family from a rigid British curriculum to a more flexible American one, and how she’s learned to outsource what doesn’t play t...
2026-08-1141 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2 Episode 8 - A Whole Year Mapped Out by June — Laura Morgan on Building a Homeschool That Runs ItselfBy June every year, Laura Morgan has already mapped out all 40 weeks of her homeschool year — science, history, and art, planned before summer even starts.In this episode, I chat with Laura Morgan, a former high school social studies teacher and homeschool mom of three in eastern North Carolina, now eight years into homeschooling. Laura walks through the planning system she built to homeschool full-time while teaching virtual school for years, and the custom planner it grew into. She also opens up about giving herself permission to scrap a plan that isn’t working, and shares how her...
2026-08-061h 12
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2 Episode 7 - From Overwhelmed to Organized — Amber Sanders on Building Her Own Homeschool Apps with AIHow does a homeschool mom go from downloading someone else’s planner to building nine of her own apps in a single week?In this episode, I chat with Amber Sanders, the creator behind Playful Homeschool Mom and a homeschool mom of two — a six-year-old daughter and a two-year-old son. Amber shares how the pressure to have every day perfectly planned pushed her from over-preparing straight into “winging it,” until she taught herself to build her own AI-powered homeschool apps instead. She walks me through how those tools turned into a full planning business for other families, plus the...
2026-08-0432 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2, Episode 6 - Know Your Capacity: Frances Bowen on Raising Four Boys Through the Teen YearsYou’ve probably compared your homeschool to someone else’s highlight reel at some point. Frances Bowen finally learned to stop — and it changed how she measures a good day.In this episode, I chat with Frances Bowen, a Christian mom of four boys — ages 25, 17, 16, and 13 — finishing her sixth year of homeschooling and settling into the more independent rhythms of the teen years. Frances gets honest about what’s actually working right now (and what isn’t): her ongoing battle with teen screen time, the tearful process of letting her older boys make their own mistakes, and the extra laye...
2026-07-3055 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2, Episode 5: Bringing the Classroom Home — Brittani Edwards on Homeschooling a Gifted Daughter and a Neurodivergent SonTextbooks sat untouched, and YouTube had quietly become the teacher — that’s when Brittani Edwards decided seventh grade was going to look different this year.In this episode, I chat with Brittani Edwards, a former elementary school teacher turned virtual tutor and homeschool mom of two, about to homeschool both of her children full-time for the first time this fall. Brittani shares why she pulled her gifted seventh-grader out of public school after watching group work, rushed pacing, and constant screen time crowd out real learning, and how homeschooling her son — diagnosed with autism at two and a half — shaped t...
2026-07-2857 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2, Episode 4: More Than a Grade — Blanca Montelongo on Educating the Whole ChildShe had her dream job in reach — then walked away to homeschool her son instead.In this episode, I chat with Blanca Montelongo, an Air Force veteran, wife of 15 years, and homeschool mom of two in Texas who’s now going on eight years into her homeschool journey. Blanca shares the faith-driven decision that pulled her away from a career she loved and into homeschooling — a decision that, looking back, set the tone for everything that followed: raising kids who are seen as whole people, not just grades or test scores.You’ll hear:* Why...
2026-07-231h 07
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2, Episode 3: Homeschooling Without Being the Mom — Anne Machalek on Teaching Other Families' KidsDid you know you can homeschool your kids without being the one who teaches them?In this episode, I chat with Anne Machalek, a second-generation homeschooler who has turned her love of teaching into a full-time career serving other homeschool families — without being anyone’s mom. Anne shares what it was like growing up with a rotating cast of teachers (including her own older brother), how an unexpected health crisis redirected her from a psychology career into homeschool education, and what it actually looks like to run someone else’s kids’ entire school day. We also get into the...
2026-07-2147 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2, Episode 2: Do Whatever You Want — Monica on Simplifying Homeschool with Faith and ConfidenceMonica’s oldest was five when they started formal lessons — and it was a struggle. A year later, at six, everything clicked.In this episode, I chat with Monica, a mom of three (ages seven, four, and one) in her fourth year of homeschooling. She runs her homeschool from Small Quiet Lessons, centering it on faith, simplicity, and connection. Monica shares what “deschooling” actually looks like day to day in her home — including the real, sometimes messy work of homeschooling around nap times and a toddler’s interruptions — how she plans an entire school year using one running Google...
2026-07-1635 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSeason 2, Episode 1: Breaking Barriers — Patience Ngamira on Homeschooling, Neurodivergence, and Building Community Across AfricaIn Nigeria, some toddlers are expected to read fluently by age three. Patience Ngamira looked at that pressure and chose a completely different path for her son.In this episode, I chat with Patience Ngamira, a Zimbabwean mom based in Lagos, Nigeria, who has been homeschooling her son since he was just 20 months old. Patience shares what pushed her to opt out of Nigeria’s high-pressure early education system, how child-led, play-based learning helped her son thrive in Spanish, spelling, and art, and the misconceptions she’s had to push back on as a homeschooling and neurodivergent-advocacy mom—...
2026-07-141h 50
Seattle NiceSix Months In: Grading Seattle Mayor Katie WilsonSix months into her tenure at City Hall and Mayor Katie Wilson has a message for Seattle: things are going great, actually. On this episode of Seattle Nice, hosts Erica C Barnett, David Hyde and Sandeep Kaushik dig into Publicola’s two-parter with the mayor: a "spicy" interview that covers everything from whether she's the next "sweeps" mayor to whether Chief Shon Barnes keeps his job. Plus, why the council keeps finding out about Wilson's legislation the same way the rest of us do: by reading PubliCola. And what she's doing to fix the tense relationship with the...
2026-07-1242 min
Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool3 Tips for Planning Your Next Homeschool Year (From Inside Ready 2026)If “plan for next school year” is sitting on your mental to-do list and just looking at it makes you tired, then this one’s for you.We’re three weeks into Ready 2026 (the 21-day planning group I’m hosting right now), and I’ve been paying close attention to what’s actually working for the moms inside. Not theory. Not what should work. What’s genuinely moving the needle for real homeschool moms planning a real school year.In this episode, I’m sharing the three tips that keep coming up:* Create a plan to plan. Be...
2026-05-1706 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolPrioritize You: The Mindsets That Keep Homeschool Moms GoingAs a homeschool mom, you’re carrying a lot. You’re not just mom. You’re teacher, schedule-keeper, curriculum-chooser, and everything in between. And somewhere in all of that, it’s really easy to put yourself last.In this episode, I’m sharing the mindsets that keep me grounded, the ones I come back to when the weight of it all starts to feel like too much. We’re talking about what it actually means to do enough, why you don’t have to do it all, the power of treating your homeschool like an experiment, and why your happi...
2026-05-0716 min
Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool21-Day Homeschool Planning System for the 2026-2027 School Year | Ready 2026 GroupHow to Plan Your Homeschool Year in 21 Days Are you a homeschool mom feeling overwhelmed by planning the next school year? In this episode, I’m sharing my complete 21-day homeschool planning system designed to help you organize curriculum, set goals, and prepare for the 2026-2027 school year — without the stress and mental overload.Whether you’re a new homeschooler making your first big decisions or a veteran homeschool parent returning for another year, this step-by-step homeschool planning framework will guide you through every decision you need to make.What You’ll Learn in This...
2026-04-3007 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 33: Pivoting With Purpose: Tiffany’s Lessons from Year One of HomeschoolingYour first year of homeschooling isn’t about perfection — it’s about pivoting with purpose.In this episode, I talk with Tiffany Smith (@rooted.inlearning), a Florida homeschooling mom of two who made the transition from corporate life to full-time motherhood and homeschooling. Tiffany shares what her first year really looked like — the lessons, the pivots, the planning tweaks, and the wins that gave her confidence going into year two.You’ll hear:* Why kindergarten didn’t work for her daughter and how she trusted her intuition* What the “learning year” looked like in r...
2025-11-211h 36Seattle NiceA Political Earthquake: Katie Wilson’s Huge Mayoral Win and the Price of PizzaThe votes are in and a new era begins in Seattle politics. In this episode:The Concession and the Controversy: Was Bruce Harrell’s concession speech gracious enough?The Affordability Referendum: Wilson’s focus on pocketbook issues—housing, rent, and the rising cost of living—was the centerpiece of her campaign. Why didn’t Harrell’s response work? How will she deliver? Campaign Attacks: Were the Harrell camp’s attacks on Wilson (e.g.,"millennial socialist who still lives off parents’ money") unfair? Sexist? Shifting Politics: The cultural shift away from identity poli...
2025-11-1439 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolFrom Principal to Homeschooling for Freedom — My Story on The Torch Mom PodcastIn this episode of The Torch Mom Podcast with Tia Lilley, I share my story of walking away from a career in education to build a life of freedom through homeschooling.I open up about my journey from being a 26-year-old principal and workaholic to becoming a homeschool mom who finally found peace, purpose, and joy at home. We talk about the fears I faced leaving the system, how motherhood completely changed my definition of success, and what freedom truly looks like for our family today.Tia and I also dive into how I’m he...
2025-11-131h 21Seattle NiceClosing Attacks in Seattle Mayor’s RaceThis week, we dive into the Seattle Mayoral race, taking a closer look at Bruce Harrell's campaign paying a consultant $5000 of a week. We also discuss the final campaign strategies: Harrell's focus on Wilson's alleged inexperience versus Wilson's emphasis on affordability and portrayal of Harrell as a corporate stooge. Plus, we ask: are Seattle voters truly enthusiastic about either candidate?Our editor is Quinn Waller.Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Se...
2025-10-3136 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 32: Dream Big, Start Small: Casondra Radford on Building a Creative, Organized Homeschool Co-opWhat happens when a teacher-turned-homeschool-mom decides to create the kind of learning environment her kids actually need?In this episode, I chat with Casondra Radford, a mom of four, lifelong educator, and founder of Rad Arts Academy—a creative, culturally-rooted homeschool co-op that began with just four kids and has grown to serve more than 30 families in one year.Casondra shares her journey from teaching across five continents to homeschooling her daughters, unlearning traditional structures, and building a space where neurodivergent, adopted, and creative learners can thrive.You’ll hear:* How Caso...
2025-10-3054 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 31: Homeschooling with Confidence: Yarelly Briceno on Building a Heart-Centered, Flexible HomeschoolWhat happens when you follow your intuition and build a homeschool that truly fits your family?In this episode, I chat with Yarelly Briceno, a homeschooling mom of two and psychology student who’s passionate about helping families create peaceful, individualized learning at home. She shares how she started homeschooling in 2019, what it’s like raising a neurodivergent child, and how she balances motherhood, study, and self-care with grace and intention.You’ll hear:* Why Yarelly decided to homeschool (and how her “why” evolved after her son’s autism diagnosis)* How she overcame...
2025-10-2732 min
The Torch Mom PodcastTorch Talk w/Erica HarrellWhat if your version of freedom started with taking your child out of the system?In this episode of The Torch Mom Podcast, we sit down with Erica Harrell, a principal turned homeschooling mom of two, who walked away from traditional education to build a life centered on freedom, family, and faith.This one’s for the moms craving flexibility, purpose, and the courage to create their own way.Connect with Erica Harrell and her resources: Instagramht...
2025-10-251h 21
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolIntroducing the Homeschool for Freedom Expo: A New Homeschool EventIt’s official—the Homeschool for Freedom Expo is happening!In this solo episode, I share the vision behind one of the biggest projects I’ve ever taken on: organizing and hosting a brand-new homeschool expo for families in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area in summer 2026.If you’ve ever wished for an event that celebrates all homeschoolers—secular and religious, new and experienced, eclectic and traditional—this is for you.You’ll hear:* Why I decided to create the Homeschool for Freedom Expo* How my own search for an inclusi...
2025-10-2408 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 30: Just Start: Melissa Garcia on Finding Confidence and Joy in Simple Homeschool DaysCan you really homeschool with four little ones—and no support system?In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Garcia, a mom of four who started homeschooling her oldest at four years old after feeling called to keep her kids home. Melissa shares her honest, faith-filled journey of overcoming fear, finding confidence, and creating peace in the middle of motherhood chaos.You’ll hear:* Why a long commute and a tragic school shooting confirmed her decision to homeschool* How she built confidence through community, books, and just doing it...
2025-10-231h 06
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 29: From Classroom to Kitchen Table: Kelsey Schaffer on Finding Joy in Imperfect Homeschool DaysIn this episode, I chat with Kelsey Schaffer, a former preschool and elementary school teacher turned homeschooling mom of two. From lesson planning with a baby on her hip to unlearning the need for perfection, Kelsey shares her honest journey of building a homeschool that’s rooted in faith, play, and flexibility.You’ll hear:* Why she left the traditional classroom and chose homeschooling for her kids* How she plans preschool lessons that are simple, fun, and flexible* What “unlearning” looks like for a teacher-turned-homeschool-mom* How she organizes her homescho...
2025-10-201h 02Seattle NiceFood Fight: Urban Progress and Its DiscontentsIn this episode, we take a closer look at Mayor Bruce Harrell's proposed ban on anti-competitive covenants in grocery and pharmacy leases—a move aimed at preventing future food deserts. Is this a genuine step toward saving grocery stores and pharmacies, or, as Erica argues, a form of political posturing in the midst of a mayoral election?We also broaden the discussion to consider alternative solutions, with Sandeep suggesting a re-evaluation of design review processes as a more effective lever for lowering costs and sustaining local businesses. David highlights the critical ideological divide here between Har...
2025-10-0448 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 28: From Classroom to Consulting: JeTua Amos on Homeschooling Four Boys with ConfidenceWhat happens when a passionate teacher leaves the classroom to homeschool her own children?In this episode, I sit down with JeTua Amos, a former middle school science teacher and now homeschool mom of four boys, ages 12–19. Since 2013, she’s been creating an eclectic but intentional homeschool rooted in planning, flexibility, and community. Along the way, she founded Amos Homeschool Consulting, where she helps families with planning, documentation, and transcripts.You’ll hear:* Why JeTua left teaching to homeschool her boys* How she made the transition from traditional to eclectic homeschooling...
2025-10-031h 34
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 27: Breaking Cycles & Building Freedom: Angela McDonald on Faith-Filled HomeschoolingWhat happens when a seasoned educator decides the school system no longer aligns with her values—and chooses to homeschool instead?In this episode, I talk with Angela McDonald, a former teacher and consultant turned homeschool mom, about her decision to homeschool her 9-year-old daughter Hazel. Angela shares how she shifted from a boxed curriculum to teaching through life experiences, how she organizes lessons with skill-based planning, and the role of faith and obedience in her journey.You’ll hear:* Why Angela chose to leave the traditional school system behind* How she...
2025-09-291h 04Seattle NiceBudget Bickering and Buttigieg BackingThis week we take the patented Seattle Nice deep dive into Bruce Harrell's proposed nearly $9 billion budget, examining the Seattle mayor’s priorities as he’s fighting for his political life in what’s turned into a tough election year for him. David points out how various local media outlets, from KIRO to our own Erica C. Barnett’s Publicola framed the budget news through their own lenses. The discussion also highlights the budget's strategic rollout, with Sandeep noting the mayor’s reliance on a "slick, produced, 15-minute video" in lieu of a traditional speech.We then get...
2025-09-2739 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 26: From Marine Corps to Homestead: Shanielle Pabon on Homeschool, Health, and Honest LivingWhat does it look like to go from military life to homeschooling, homesteading, and holistic health coaching?In this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool, I chat with Shanielle Pabon, a Marine Corps veteran turned homeschooling mom of three, who now lives on 40 acres in Texas with her family. Shanielle opens up about her evolving “why” for homeschooling, the realities of homesteading, and her passion for helping other moms thrive in health and wellness.You’ll hear:Why Shanielle’s reason for homeschooling has shifted over timeWhat a simple 4...
2025-09-221h 37Seattle NiceShould Seattle Surveil More?This week we discuss the contentious decision by Seattle’s City Council and Mayor Bruce Harrell to expand police surveillance cameras. How should city leaders balance concerns about crime with questions about privacy and the misuse of surveillance? Also, when dozens speak out against a piece of legislation at a council meeting, what does that tell us us about public opinion citywide?We also take a closer look at Mayor Harrell's proposed $80 million “reparations fund” for homeownership. We discuss the financial details, political implications, and ask whether it’s the right way to address generational wealth loss due to r...
2025-09-1534 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 25: Creating What You Can’t Find - Vanita’s Nature-Based HomeschoolWhat do you do when you can’t find the homeschool or community your family needs?You create it.In this episode, I sit down with Vanita Wells, founder of Little Bean Learning—a nature-based micro school and virtual program that grew out of her own homeschool journey with her two young boys.Vanita shares how she balances teaching, running a program, and homeschooling her kids—all while staying grounded in her “why.” Her story will encourage you to take the leap, trust your instincts, and create what you don’t yet see.You’ll...
2025-09-1256 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 24: Stay Ready - Small Habits That Keep Homeschool (and Life) FlowingWhat if the secret to a calmer homeschool day wasn’t a brand-new system, but simply staying ready?In this solo episode, I share my new mantra for the school year: stay ready. From pepper grinders to co-op prep, I unpack how small, simple actions—done ahead of time—can eliminate overwhelm, reduce stress, and make homeschooling feel more peaceful.You’ll hear:* The simple kitchen metaphor that sparked my “stay ready” mindset* Why doing small things now beats waiting until they pile up* How prep habits (laundry, dishes, library book...
2025-09-1108 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 23: From Bookstore to Homeschool: Jordan's StoryWhat does it look like to homeschool and run a bookstore, and lead a nonprofit?In this episode, I sit down with Jordan Anderson, a homeschool mom of four from Wyoming who is also the owner of Blue Mountain Bookstore and the founder of Four Angels, a nonprofit supporting families who’ve experienced stillbirth and miscarriage.Jordan’s story is raw, real, and encouraging. She shares how she navigated starting homeschool during COVID, returning to public school, and then coming back to homeschooling with a new sense of clarity and purpose.You’ll hear:
2025-08-281h 10
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 22: How Megan Built a Joyful Homeschool RhythmWhat if homeschooling didn’t have to feel like checking boxes or living up to someone else’s standards?In this episode, I send voice notes back and forth with Megan O’Malley, a homeschool mom of three, who has built her homeschool rhythm around joy, curiosity, and connection. Megan shares how she let go of comparison, embraced a flexible yet intentional rhythm, and created a home learning environment that truly fits her family’s values.You’ll hear:* How Megan blends structure with freedom to keep learning fun and sustainable* Why connec...
2025-08-221h 13
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 21: Planning for Week 1 of Back to SchoolIn this week’s solo episode, I’m letting you listen in on a real voice note I shared with my homeschool planning group. We’re talking all about how to plan for the very first week of school—keeping it simple, fun, and confidence-building for our kids.I’ll walk you through:* My week-one academic plan (hint: it’s review-heavy and joy-filled).* The back-to-school traditions I’ve mapped out for each day.* How I’m setting up rhythms, routines, and independent learning spaces to make the year run more smoothly.Whether you...
2025-08-2213 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 20: How Tam’s Kids Took Charge of Their Own LearningIn this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool, I am thrilled to chat with Tam, a seasoned homeschool mom of three from Georgia. We talk all about her experiences, from the accidental start of her homeschooling journey to the organized, community-oriented approach she embraces today. Tam shares invaluable insights on managing different grade levels, utilizing technology for organization, and fostering a love of learning in her kids. We also discuss the importance of finding the right community and mentors, both for parents and children. Towards the end, Tam offers her top book recommendations and talks about her...
2025-08-141h 02
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 19: Get Your Plans Down on PaperHey, welcome back to Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool! I just wrapped up a fun-filled weekend celebrating my son's Star Wars-themed birthday party. Now, I'm jumping back into school planning mode. Today, I want to share some tips and personal experiences on getting organized for the new homeschool year. I finally transitioned my planner from summer to fall, wrote down my 25-26 school year curriculum picks, and completed my vision section for the year. If you're still on the hunt for the perfect planner or need new ideas, be sure to check out my...
2025-08-1410 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 18: From Challenges to Triumphs with Mama YoIn this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool, we dive deep into the inspiring journey of Yoni, also known as Mama Yo. She shares her 33-year-long homeschooling story, starting from her early days as a young mom on the South Side of Chicago, overcoming societal stereotypes, to nurturing her children's growth through different stages of life.Mama Yo opens up about the challenges she faced, including societal misconceptions about urban homeschooling and integrating into the community. She also discusses her approach to homeschooling her youngest son, who is on the autism spectrum, and the creative...
2025-08-0741 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 17: Why I switched to a homeschool umbrella📣 THIS WEEK ONLY! Homeschool For Freedom Planner Sale Today, I'm recording from my car right after a busy morning of camp drop-off and Starbucks run. Tune in as I talk about juggling client work with homeschooling, the joys of having a babysitter, and my switch from portfolio reviews to using an umbrella organization for homeschooling compliance. If you've ever wondered about Maryland's homeschool laws or debated between portfolio reviews and umbrella organizations, this episode is for you. Plus, there's a special back-to-school sale on my planner you won't want to miss. Grab the pla...
2025-08-0611 minSeattle NiceEncampment Ban Proposal, Progressive Biz Taxes, and Why is Seattle Suing the Trump Admin Now?This episode delves into three political developments in Seattle and King County. Part I examines a proposed initiative to ban unauthorized public camping in unincorporated King County, discussing its scope, the signature-gathering process, and the larger goals of its main proponent, Saul Spady. Part II focuses on the B&O tax increase proposal which passed out of committee unanimously last week, exploring its financial implications, its goals, recent amendments, and its potential impact on Mayor Harrell's re-election. Part III gets into City Attorney Ann Davison and Mayor Bruce Harrell's lawsuit against the Trump administration, and the timing … just before th...
2025-08-0343 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 16: Building Community and Flow in Homeschooling with Destiny McKoyJoin me and guest Destiny McCoy as we chat about her journey of homeschooling her three kids while managing multiple communities and a business. Destiny shares her invaluable insights into creating a balanced, nurturing environment for both children and moms.Learn about her local homeschool group in Maryland, D.F.G. Homeschooling, The Mom Collective virtual community, and her tips on how to stay organized amidst the chaos. We also touch on the importance of listening to your kids, supporting each other in homeschooling and beyond, and fostering leadership skills in older children.Tune in...
2025-07-311h 11
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 15: The Organized Homeschool Habits Blueprint[FREE] Join our Back to School Prep Community Welcome to another episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool! In this episode, I’m sharing something I’m prioritizing this year - habits! I recently returned from a vacation and have been focused on engaging with my back-to-school prep community on Telegram, which has about 35 members. Today, I'm excited to dive into three categories of habits that help keep my homeschool life organized and stress-free: school habits, home habits, and anchor habits. I’ll provide examples of each and how they contribute to a smoother, more present, and or...
2025-07-2816 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 14: Natasha's Journey to Supporting Her Autistic Son to Thrive in Both Academics and Life SkillsIn this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool, I chat with Natasha about her inspiring journey homeschooling her autistic son, Kalehl.Natasha shares her family’s transition from traditional schooling to homeschooling, highlighting the challenges they've faced and how they've overcome them. She discusses the importance of balancing academics with essential life skills, the unique strategies they've implemented, and the emotional journey that comes with being both a parent and educator.Join us to hear the heartwarming and candid experiences of a homeschooling mom who is dedicated to providing her son with the to...
2025-07-241h 05
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 13: Mastering Backwards Planning for Homeschool SuccessHey there! In today's solo voice note episode, I dive into the concept of backwards planning—starting with your end goals and planning backwards to ensure success. Whether you're planning for a day, week, or the entire school year, this approach helps keep you focused and on track. I'll walk you through my process of visioning the end of the school year and how it guides me in making curriculum decisions. Plus, I'll share some tips on how AI tools like ChatGPT can help you flesh out your ideas. Join our community via the link in the sh...
2025-07-2109 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 12: Homeschooling with Janelle: Balancing Family, Education, and EntrepreneurshipJoin my conversation with Janelle, a dynamic homeschool mom of three young children. Discover her unique approach to homeschooling using a hybrid model that combines in-person schooling with home education. Janelle shares her family's routine, organizational tips, and secrets for balancing homeschooling with multiple part-time jobs. We also talked about the importance of socialization, forming supportive mom groups, and how embracing a 'scrunchy' lifestyle works best for her family. Janelle also offers invaluable tips for managing work-life balance and maintaining sanity in a hectic homeschool environment. Don’t miss out on her insights and resources th...
2025-07-151h 21Seattle NiceThe Writing on the Wall: Seattle Grapples with Graffiti and PoliticsOn this episode we debated the City Council’s plans to get tough on graffiti by introducing civil penalties up to $1,500 per violation. The change would make it easier to fine taggers. Erica questioned the council’s priorities and aesthetics, and pointed out that graffiti is already a crime or felony (if it costs more than $750 to repair). Sandeep mostly spoke in favor of the new measure, citing studies that find tolerance for graffiti can lead to more crime. But he also questioned the value of going after taggers as opposed to more serious criminals. The discussion also...
2025-07-1438 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 11: Homeschooling with an InfantIn this episode, I talk about the unique challenges and reflections from my first year of homeschooling with a kindergartner and an infant who eventually grew into a curious toddler. Despite moving homes and the inevitable chaos of juggling a newborn and homeschooling, I share practical tips and strategies that helped us navigate this journey. From the ease of homeschooling with a three-month-old to the complexities of accommodating a mobile toddler, I offer insights and encouragement for those considering homeschooling with young children. Tune in for advice on integrating nap times with learning schedules, using walkers and playpens for...
2025-07-1407 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolSummer Prep Series Kick-Off[FREE] Join the Summer Prep SeriesHey there! Welcome back to Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool. This super quick bonus episode was recorded from my bed, and I'm racing the clock before the baby wakes up! Tomorrow is the beginning of my summer prep series, and if you need to get ready for the school year like I do, join me! I'll be diving into organizing, curriculum planning, and setting up our homeschool space. We have a fun, eight-week schedule (with week eight being a rest week) leading up to September. We'll...
2025-07-1304 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 10: Navigating the Homeschool Journey with Erica JohnsIn this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool Podcast, I'm thrilled to chat with Erica Johns, a seasoned homeschool mom who has homeschooled her six children for 24 years. Erica shares her journey from starting homeschooling in the late '90s to managing a busy household with six children, including times of crisis and shifting educational paths. We discuss important topics like evaluating homeschooling decisions, balancing mental health with academics, and empowering teenagers to take ownership of their educational paths. Erica also provides practical advice on staying organized, handling curriculum choices, and the importance of reflective...
2025-07-101h 14
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 9: Homeschool OversightIn this voice note, I explore the role of state or local education departments in providing support to homeschooling families. Based on responses from Facebook groups, I discuss the mandatory reviews required in our state to ensure educational standards and the community's mixed feelings on whether the government should offer additional support, such as funding or workshops. I delve into the pros and cons of government involvement and wonder if having homeschoolers run support programs funded by the county could change perceptions. Join the conversation and share your thoughts with me on Instagram or TikTok.00:00 Introduction and...
2025-07-0709 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 8: Kindergarten Math with Confidence Curriculum🧮 Grab your copy of Math With ConfidenceWelcome back to Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool! In this episode, I share my experiences and thoughts on using the Kindergarten Math with Confidence curriculum during our school year and summer learning. I share why we stuck with it for a whole year and highlight the curriculum's strengths. I also discuss how the curriculum uses engagement methods to help build my child's math confidence. Plus, I talk about my plans to supplement this curriculum for the upcoming year. If you're considering Math with Confidence or loo...
2025-06-2611 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 7: Why Planning is Essential in Homeschooling - Insights From a Former Principal✅ Grab my free Weekly Planning checklist! 📚Start Planning using my Homeschool For Freedom Planner! Welcome back to Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool, recorded on the go as I share my opinion about the importance of planning in homeschooling! As a former principal and teacher, planning is second nature to me. In this episode I talk about why I plan our homeschool schedule, the benefits of using my 'Homeschool for Freedom Planner,' and how planning helps me gauge our progress, especially when using open-and-go curriculum options. Tune in to hear about...
2025-06-2508 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 6: What swimming reminded me about homeschoolingIn this episode of Voice Notes from the Organized Homeschool, I share a personal story about teaching my five-year-old son how to swim, which led me to reflect on broader teaching principles. I recount his initial struggles and fears with swimming lessons and how he eventually overcame them with the right support and tools. This experience reminded me of the importance of taking things slow, giving necessary support, and allowing children to learn at their own pace. I relate these insights to homeschooling, emphasizing how tools and gradual support can help children succeed in their...
2025-06-1909 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 5: How I'm using Assessments in our HomeschoolIn this voice note from a morning walk, I discuss the recent assessment my son took, why I chose to have him take it, and how he performed. As a former principal and teacher, I shared my opinion on the importance of familiarizing my son with tests for his future education and ensuring he's on track with his skills.I chose the NWEA MAP test for its adaptability and comprehensive reports. Despite the muggy weather, this walk gave me an opportunity to reflect on the benefits of assessments and share my son's achievements in reading and math.
2025-06-1908 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 4: Balancing Freelance Project Management and HomeschoolingIn this voice note, I discuss how I balance homeschooling my boys and managing a freelance project management business. I outline my typical weekly routine, which involves dedicating Tuesdays to client meetings with the help of a babysitter, and fitting work around homeschooling and family time on other days. Today, our babysitter couldn't come, so I adapted by using screen time and a new hack and play setup for my toddler. Despite the challenges, I managed to complete client meetings and homeschool activities. I describe the less-than-perfect but functional balance I maintain and invite you to share your own...
2025-06-1804 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 3: Keeping the Learning Going - Our Summer Homeschool ApproachIn this voicenote, I share insights into our summer homeschool approach, which I call 'light learning,' to combat summer slide by focusing on reading, writing, and math. I outline the resources and methods we use, like Hooked on Phonics and Handwriting Without Tears, and emphasize maintaining a balance between educational activities and outdoor fun. I conclude by inviting you to share your summer plans or ask questions.Check out my I free weekly planning checklist to continue planning and learning this summer! Grab my Homeschool For Freedom Planner to stay organized!
2025-06-1707 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 2: Setting 12-Month Priorities During the 75 Hard Challenge📓 Grab my Homeschool For Freedom planner to start planning your homeschool goals for the next school year.In this episode of 'Voice Notes from The Organized Homeschool,' I discuss my reflections during the second week of the 75 Hard Challenge. I share my experience with the challenge's requirements and my decision to prioritize lifestyle changes over perfect adherence to the rules. The book 'Be Your Future Self Now' by Dr. Benjamin Hardy has inspired me to set three key priorities for the next 12 months: homeschooling, health, and finances. I get into my specific hom...
2025-06-1510 min
Voice Notes from the Organized HomeschoolVoice Note 1: Excited to share my homeschool journey✅ Grab my FREE Weekly Planning Checklist - https://stan.store/theorganizedhomeschool/p/get-my-free-weekly-planning-checklist-now Introduction to Voicenotes from the Organized Homeschool with Erica HarrellIn this inaugural episode, Erica Harrell introduces herself and her new homeschooling podcast. She shares her background as a former teacher and principal, her journey into homeschooling her two young children, and her aspirations for the podcast. Erica discusses her plans to create a supportive community for homeschoolers, balancing professional life with homeschooling, and her intentions to post short, daily episodes. She also offers insights into her project management business and her go...
2025-06-1408 minSeattle NiceAssessor Allegedly Stalks, Ethics Walks, and the Culture War Rocks SeattleThis week Erica has the scoop on allegations of stalking and harassment against King County Assessor John Arthur Wilson. We also debate Cathy Moore's decision to withdraw a bill that critics say weakens the council’s ethics standards. Plus, we discuss the anti-trans demonstrations and counter-protests at Cal Anderson Park and City Hall that resulted in over 30 arrests. Mayoral Candidate Katie Wilson blamed Bruce Harrell for permitting a "fundamentalist, anti-trans “family values” protest in the heart of Seattle’s historic LGBTQ neighborhood." Is she right? And, were the counter-protests effective politics? Our editor is Quinn Waller.
2025-05-3131 minSeattle NicePrude or Lewd at Denny Blaine, Harrell Flexes His Muscles, and State Budget Axes Successful Homeless ProgramFirst up, why are state lawmakers planning to decimate a successful Seattle homeless program? Then, things get a little cheeky as we discuss the lawsuit over alleged “lewd behavior” at Denny Blaine Park. Plus, Mayor Bruce Harrell throws down the gauntlet with an impromptu push-up contest at a middle school. Is he the "world's best mayor," or just really good at flexing? Tune in and find out! Quinn Waller is our editor. About Seattle Nice It’s getting harder and harder to talk about politics, especially if you disagree. Well, screw that. Sea...
2025-04-2632 minSeattle NiceSound Transit Picks Dow? And Challengers Take on Harrell and DavisonSandeep says Dow Constantine will be the next CEO of Sound Transit. Is Dow the best pick? Was the process a flawed example of cronyism? And why is the transit agency's CEO pay so high? We also discuss progressive activist Katie Wilson entering the Seattle mayor's race against Bruce Harrell. Does she have a shot against Harrell's record and "One Seattle" leadership style? Don't miss our in-depth interview with Katie Wilson where she self-criticized the left on the politics of homelessness in recent years. Plus, former assistant US Attorney Erika Evans is running against Republican Ci...
2025-03-1440 minSeattle NiceSeattle Elections Heat Up and Trump Gets PunitiveThe latest explosive headline about Bruce Harrell's 1996 arrest isn't great news for a mayor who is up for re-election later this year. We discuss the fallout and the fact that a mystery challenger is expected to join that race next week.Speaking of politics, we also discuss Erica's interview with Dionne Foster, who is challenging City Council President Sara Nelson. Foster is challenging Nelson from the left, but some of her positions don’t sound that progressive. Is that smart politics? Also, Republican City Attorney Ann Davison is standing up to the Trump Administration. We deb...
2025-03-0832 minSeattle NiceDoes Mayor Bruce Harrell Heart Elon Musk? Plus, Seattle Fights Over Totem Poles and TreesWhat do you call it when Mayor Bruce Harrell raises eyebrows with alleged praise for Trump advisors, a totem pole stands in the way of a park opening, and a tree divides a neighborhood? Just another week in Seattle! In this episode, we dive into Mayor Harrell's comments at a downtown business event, where he appeared to praise tech advisors to Donald J. Trump like Elon Musk. Was it an off-script gaffe, a calculated appeal to the business community, simply a fact about tech innovation leaders, or something else entirely? We discuss the comments, the context and wh...
2025-02-2836 minSeattle NicePreview: Grading Bruce Harrell's State of the CityIn this members-only episode we take a closer look at the style, the substance and the politics of Tuesday's State of the City Address by Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell.This episode is a free preview. To hear the full episode just sign up at any level that's right for you at patreon.com/seattlenice. If you are already a member, here's how to access your member-only episodes automatically: https://support.patreon.com/hc/en-us/articles/360041347732-How-to-use-your-audio-RSSThanks everyone for your support for this podcast. Our editor is Quinn Waller....
2025-02-1917 minSeattle NiceSODA, SOAP, and SODOSODA Seattle's new drug "stay out zones" are barely being unforced. Erica said this was the predictable result of bad, "performative" policy by council. Sandeep defended the policy but said more enforcement is needed, echoing this comment by City Council President Sara Nelson. She called on Mayor Harrell and other leaders to do more. Will "One Seattle" be put to the test this election year? SoDo Sandeep and Erica were both on Sara Nelson's side about a controversial proposal to add housing in SODO. David felt obligated to challenge their symbolic capitalist ideology a...
2025-02-0745 minSeattle NiceProgressives pan Mayor Harrell's budget. Plus, debate watch party!This week Seattle Nice debates Erica's take on Mayor Bruce Harrell's new budget. TL;DR Harrell avoided big budget cuts but progressives are pissed that he tapped the lucrative payroll tax on big business known as JumpStart to pull that off. Don't miss the city council debate and VP debate watch party at Town Hall this coming Tuesday October 1. We kick it off with a livestream of the big Vice Presidential debate between Tim Walz and J.D. Vance on the big screen. Then, we go local with the Seattle Nice City Council deb...
2024-09-2934 minSeattle NiceIs Seattle Ungovernable?David is away this week, and Sandeep and Erica are in charge! Our question for this week: Is Seattle in a state of chaos? The evidence: The Seattle school district is considering potentially devastating cuts. Hundreds showed up at a Seattle City Council meeting to protest a last-minute proposal that could doom the city's largest anti-displacement program. Mayor Bruce Harrell demoted the Seattle Police Department chief amid a swirl of lawsuits and allegations. And the King County Regional Homelessness Authority is about to appoint a leader by default, after all the applicants but one dropped out.
2024-06-0137 minSeattle NiceDo you support Seattle Mayor Harrell's new overdose recovery facility plan?On Thursday, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced a new overdose recovery center. Erica and Sandeep both support the idea but still find room for some lively disagreement. Quinn Waller is our editor. If you want to advertise or book Seattle Nice Live! for your next neighborhood or other event, email us at realseattlenice@gmail.com. If you like this podcast please give us a 5 star review everywhere. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journ...
2024-05-1223 minSeattle NiceWhy was Seattle's original draft plan for more dense housing watered down?A big Publicola scoop shows how Mayor Harrell watered down a draft comprehensive plan for "significantly more density in more parts of the city, including single-family neighborhoods, than the final version Mayor Harrell released in March." The pod discusses and debates the policy and the politics, in light of recent polling that suggests most Seattleites crave more density.Our editor is Quinn Waller. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and co...
2024-04-1925 minSeattle NiceMayor Bruce Harrell says Seattle's making progress under his leadershipSeattle Nice parses the vibes and debates the substance of Mayor Bruce Harrell's third State of the City talk. Our editor is Quinn Waller. Support us on Patreon!Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2024-02-2842 minSeattle NiceWe Are In ImplodesThis is a preview of a special members-only episode, in which we grapple with two of Erica's recent breaking stories: “Harrell Administration Consultant Tim Ceis Urges Businesses to Back Tanya Woo for Open Council Seat,” and the “implosion” of a key player in Seattle’s effort to address homelessness, “We Are In.”To hear the full episode please donate at https://patreon.com/seattlenice Our editor is Quinn Waller. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly...
2024-01-1706 min
Mi Gente ShowWhat If? A chat with Erica Harrell & Desiree Proctor from Nuclear Power!Thanks to Barbara Dillon from Fanbase Press for connecting us with Desiree Proctor and Erica Harrell who are writers on Lopez vs Lopez and together created Nuclear Power a comic book dealing with a what if scenario if the Cuban missile Crisis had ended with a Nuclear War.
Special thanks for sending out copies of the book to us! Its an awesome book and it was a cool chat about what it takes to bring a comic book to life and about the life of a team of writers.
Make sure you find this comic at F...
2023-12-2632 minMi Gente ShowWhat If? A chat with Erica Harrell & Desiree Proctor from Nuclear Power!Thanks to Barbara Dillon from Fanbase Press for connecting us with Desiree Proctor and Erica Harrell who are writers on Lopez vs Lopez and together created Nuclear Power a comic book dealing with a what if scenario if the Cuban missile Crisis had ended with a Nuclear War.
Special thanks for sending out copies of the book to us! Its an awesome book and it was a cool chat about what it takes to bring a comic book to life and about the life of a team of writers.
Make sure you find this comic at F...
2023-12-2632 minSeattle NiceShake up but not stirred at city hallIn this episode Erica and Sandeep debate the departure of Deputy Mayor Monisha Harrell, the new "Downtown is YOU" activation plan, and the politics of Kshama Sawant's latest rent control proposal. This episode was edited by Quinn Waller.Check out our sponsor, the You Know Me Now podcast. And you can also DonateSupport — You Know Me NowIf you want to advertise, please contact us realseattlenice@gmail.comIf you want to help support Seattle Nice, please review us wherever you get your podcasts. And please donate! Our Patreon link is here...
2023-07-0127 minSeattle NiceWill Bruce Harrell's Executive Order on Drugs make a difference?This week Mayor Bruce Harrell issued an executive order on plans to tackle Seattle's drug crisis. Will it work? He also spoke about downtown "revitalization." Surprisingly, both Sandeep and Erica have some positive things to say, albeit laced with the usual skepticism and questionable jokes. The episode's sponsor is the You Know Me Now podcastDonateSupport — You Know Me NowIf you want to advertise, please contact us realseattlenice@gmail.comYou can also find us @realseattlenice on TwitterIf you want to help support the show, please review us wherever yo...
2023-04-2029 minSeattle NiceHow to interpret Mayor Harrell's State of the City addressErica and Sandeep analyze and debate Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's 2023 State of the City address. This episode was brought to you by:Magic Consulting206-999-4071reachgabemagic@gmail.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gabe-meyer/If you want to advertise, please contact us realseattlenice@gmail.com@realseattlenice on TwitterIf you want to help support the show, please donate! Our Patreon link is here.Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism a...
2023-02-2631 min
The SeasonED RDA Psychiatrist’s Perspective on Nutrition, Medication and Language [Medical Series]
Dr. Brad Zehring
Does food matter if we can just give meds?
What are Dr Zehring’s two pillars that we need for meds to work?
The starved brain becomes anxious/obsessive, team using the same language is important
The focus is to get nutritional rehabilitation first
Bio-Psycho-Social-Spiritual
Empowering clients to open up teaches us so much
The “Core Four” – primary care, therapy, dietitian, psychiatry
What about appetite and Adderall?
Medication compliance decreases the more often people have to take them
2023-01-2048 minSeattle NiceSeattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's Year in ReviewErica and Sandeep reluctantly rate Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's first year in office.If you like Seattle Nice and want it to continue, please share it with friends and rate us highly wherever you get your podcasts. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2023-01-0226 minSeattle NiceFinal budget battles amidst Harrell-ded harmony in SeattleErica and Sandeep paid close attention to Seattle's final budget negotiations so you could just relax, recover from Thanksgiving, watch the World Cup, or whatever - knowing Seattle Nice had you covered. This week they debate 11th hour council controversies and speculate about next year's city council races. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2022-12-0340 minSeattle NiceShould Seattle spend millions on "Unified Care Team" expansion?Sandeep admits to being "a little buzzed" for this special nighttime taping of Seattle Nice. Nevertheless, he and Erica chew over Mayor Bruce Harrell's proposal to dramatically expand Seattle's Unified Care Team to "address trash and litter, clean up encampments and areas around encampments." Some of the topics not addressed on this week's podcast: The Murray / Smiley debate schedule, Erica and Sandeep's favorite restaurants, and the best Tweets about the Mariners devastating 18-inning playoff loss. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting loc...
2022-10-1622 minSeattle NiceHarrell picks Diaz, and Seattle Nice reactsAs expected Bruce Harrel named interim Adrian Diaz his new chief of Seattle police. We debate the wisdom of the pick and prognosticate what will happen with police reform. Plus, Erica blasts a recent Seattle Times column about tipping while Sandeep shrugs. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2022-09-2334 minSeattle NiceTurbulence over Seattle plan to hire more park rangersEarlier this month Mayor Bruce Harrell announced that he will expand Seattle's park ranger program. That provoked outrage in some circles, with calls on Twitter for the city council to not "criminalize park users!" This week Erica and Sandeep discuss and debate the backlash and dish about alleged consternation behind the scenes over how to respond. We dish, please donate: Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2022-09-1729 minSeattle NiceEnd of mayoral honeymoon for "authentic" Bruce Harrell?Mayor Bruce Harrell's facing a mini-scandal this week after some controversial comments he made behind closed doors got leaked. In a meeting with Seattle police. Harrell blasted the city council and King County Regional Homelessness Authority. Harrell isn't denying the comments. He says he's just being his authentic self. Seattle Nice takes a closer look at what Harrell said and the fallout. Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2022-09-0331 min
Always A Lesson's Empowering Educators Podcast268: Effective Professional Development with Erica HarrellTune in and listen as Erica Harrell shares about her experience and knowledge with creating effective Professional Development opportunities for educators. You'll be inspired as Erica shares her challenges and wins along her education journey.
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When you are the expert…it’s often hard to make the information digestible for others because you want to give so much.
Facilitators who really hit the nail on the head, get to know their learners.
When you can be willing and transparent to show all the data, that’s when growth happens.
As a PD facilit...
2022-06-2738 min
The Corporate Side Hustler91. The 4-Step Framework to Simple and Effective Market Research with Erica HarrellErica Harrell, founder of Erica Harrell Consulting, is an educator with over 12 years experience. From teaching and instructional coaching principle at a network level, to now working full-time at an EDD non-profit as she builds her consulting business on the side, Erica is
supporting educators, districts, school leaders, and consultants in delivering high-quality and high-impact transformational professional development to teachers or leaders within their field and their zone of genius.
She joins the show today to make market research way more approachable for all of us. From understanding what market research is...
2022-04-2027 minSeattle NiceIs Third Avenue Bruce Harrell's Afghanistan?This week Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell postponed his plan to crack down on disorderly conduct along Third Avenue in downtown Seattle. Erica and Sandeep do a deep dive on that decision, and disagree about the criticism Harrell's facing.Sandeep and Erica also offer competing Gen X takes on why the majority of Gen Z college grads tell pollsters they want to move to Seattle. Is it 1992 all over again? Can Gen Xers really offer any useful insight on this topic? We report, you decide. If you like Seattle Nice please help support it on Patreon https...
2022-03-1926 minSeattle NiceDebating Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's "Operation New Day" crime-fighting campaignOn Friday Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell talked up his "Operation New Day" crime-fighting campaign with law enforcement leaders including U.S. Attorney Nicholas W. Brown and the DEA's Frank Tarentino. Will the focus on downtown "hot spots" work to address a spike in serious crime? Longtime friends and political opponents Erica and Sandeep do not agree. A special appeal this week: If you like Seattle Nice please help support it on Patreon https://patreon.com/seattlenice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for...
2022-03-0533 minSeattle NiceSeattle debates crime and punishment after Mayor Bruce Harrell's presserSandeep and Erica take sides in the raging debate on the left over crime after Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell holds a presser on public safety. We also hear their takes on Seattle Times columnist Danny Westneat's explosive crime column and KEXP DJ John Richard's crime tweets. If you like Seattle Nice please help support this pod on Patreon https://patreon.com/seattlenice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you...
2022-02-0529 min
Comics for Fun and ProfitEpisode 705 - Thanks to our Patrons, Jason Interviews Desiree Proctor, Erica Harrell & Lynne Yoshii of Nuclear PowerEpisode 705 - Thanks to our Patrons, Jason Interviews Desiree Proctor, Erica Harrell & Lynne Yoshii of Nuclear Power https://www.comixology.com/Nuclear-Power-1/digital-comic/910025Support Our Patreon to Win Prizes and Unlock More C4FaP Bonus Content https://www.patreon.com/comicsfunprofit Shop Kowabunga’s Exclusive Variants https://shopkowabunga.com/shop/ Donations Keep Our Show Going, Please Give https://bit.ly/36s7YeL Get on the Kowabunga (Deep Discount Comics) FOC and Preorder list http://eepurl.com/dy2Z8D Email us at: Comicsforfunandprofit@gmail.com - questions, comments, gripes, we can't wait to hear what you have to sa...
2022-01-2519 minSeattle NiceMayor Bruce Harrell extends Seattle's eviction moratorium just as New York’s expiresSeattle's eviction moratorium is extended as is Sandeep and Erica's witty repartee on the latest "short but not so sweet" edition of Seattle Nice. If you like Seattle Nice please help support this pod on Patreon https://patreon.com/seattlenice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare Support the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice.
2022-01-1511 minSeattle NiceCan Mayor Bruce Harrell bridge Seattle's political divides?Bruce Harrell's swearing in speech this week was all about love and unity. Or was it? This week Sandeep and Erica slice, dice and analyze the new mayor's first address to the city. Are the comparisons to New York City's new mayor Eric Adams valid? Plus, Debora Juarez was elected Seattle's first Native American city council president. How did she land the position? If you like Seattle Nice please help support this pod on Patreon https://patreon.com/seattlenice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare Support the showYour support on...
2022-01-0827 minSeattle NiceSeattle Mayor Durkan's Legacy is up for DebateNew Year's Eve is Jenny Durkan's last day in office, and her legacy is now up for debate. Sandeep and Erica dive into the juiciest issues she faced during her mayoralty including an unflattering nickname, homelessness, police reform, protests, and political labels. They also speculate about what might be different under Mayor Bruce Harrell, who is being compared to other blue city mayors, including the incoming mayor of New York City, Eric Adams. If you like Seattle Nice please help support this pod on Patreon https://patreon.com/seattlenice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=c...
2022-01-0129 min
The EJT ShowEpisode 28: Get LaunchED Consulting™ Conversations w/ Erica Harrell (cycle 6)Erica Harrell is the CEO of Erica Harrell Consulting, an education consulting firm created to help dedicated, overworked K-12 principals and district leaders create organized, strategic professional development plans to increase student achievement and improve staff capacity. Erica has over 12 years of experience in K-8 education. She began her career as a special education teacher and has held multiple leadership roles from instructional coach to principal to Director of Leadership Development. In all of her roles, Erica has always had the desire to grow and help others do the same. As a school leader, Erica has led teams to...
2021-09-2352 min
The Dr. Will Show PodcastErica Harrell - How To Become An Educational Consultant: Build As You GoErica Harrell is the CEO of Erica Harrell Consulting, an education consulting firm created to help dedicated, overworked K-12 principals and district leaders create organized, strategic professional development plans to increase student achievement and improve staff capacity.Erica has over 12 years of experience in K-8 education. She began her career as a special education teacher and has held multiple leadership roles from instructional coach to principal to Director of Leadership Development. In all of her roles, Erica has always had the desire to grow and help others do the same. As a school leader, Erica has led t...
2021-04-2053 min