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More Than Homeschooling#46 Why Most New Homeschoolers Struggle —And Ways to Avoid ItAre you wanting to avoid the "New Homeschooler" struggle? In today's podcast I'm sharing my best insights to new homeschooling mom's so you can navigate this exciting but also daunting time in your homeschooling journey. One that can make or break it. What you'll hear today is practical guidance in helping you de-program your own mindset if your coming from a public education background, why detoxing is important and how to re-engage your child into learning that honors their own journey without anxiety or frustration. Check out Leadership Education HereGet the...2025-07-3019 minMore Than Homeschooling#45 4 Things You Need To Know About The Hidden Struggles of Homeschooling: Mom GuiltIs "mom guilt" intruding on your joy of motherhood and homeschooling?Join me in this episode, as I share why guilt robs you of the peace you deserve and 4 effectively powerful ways you can turn the tide and start feeling more joy in the midst of motherhood and homeschooling. Access the Show Notes HERE Why not skip the drama and pain of learning from scratch and make progress with a homeschool coach? Join me on a 30 min. coaching call to see if coaching is a good fit for your...2025-07-2324 minMore Than Homeschooling#44 Curious How AI Can Help You Be A More Efficient Homeschool Mom? Wondering if AI has a place in your homeschool? In this episode, we break down what AI really is, how some homeschool moms are using it, and how to decide if it aligns with your family’s values. Tune in to get more insight on how AI could be a strategic game changer in your homeschool—without the overwhelm. Why not skip the drama and pain of learning from scratch and make progress with a homeschool coach? Join me on a 30 min. coaching call to see if coaching is a good fit for your homeschool.Head...2025-07-1620 minMore Than Homeschooling#43 4 Connection Strategies Every Homeschool Mom Needs To Know Do your kids seem more connected to their friends than to you? In this episode, I share powerful insights from Hold On to Your Kids that reveal how peer attachment is weakening parent-child relationships—and what you can do to reconnect. If you're craving deeper connection, more influence, and a smoother homeschooling experience, this episode is a must-listen. Why not skip the drama and pain of learning from scratch and make progress with a homeschool coach? Join me on a 30 min. coaching call to see if coaching is a good fit for your homescho...2025-07-0912 minMore Than Homeschooling#42 Are You Teaching This Crucial Life Skill in Your Homeschool?In this episode we dive into the often-overlooked skill of money sense—and how saving, spending, and giving can become powerful teaching tools in your homeschool. You'll learn how to guide your kids through real conversations about needs vs. wants (and the common misconceptions they may already have), plus how to encourage business thinking, problem-solving, and confidence through simple, creative ideas. These aren’t just financial lessons—they’re life lessons that will stick with them for years to come. Get the Show Notes Here Why not skip the drama and pain of lea...2025-07-0216 minMore Than Homeschooling#41 Regret Buying Homeschool Curriculum? Here's What To Do Now Do you have a curriculum you regret purchasing? or Have a curriculum that you are holding onto because it will hopefully be a good fit "someday" but are feeling guilty about not utilizing it now? Perhaps you keep seeing it and saying, "we really should use that" but a feeling of dread comes over you?You’re not alone. I've done and felt ALL of that. In this episode, I unpack why those undesirable curriculum choices weren’t mistakes—and how to let go of guilt and move forward with confidence. Get the Show Notes...2025-06-2517 minMore Than Homeschooling#40 Nervous Your Kids Will Forget Everything They Learned? 5 Ways To Keep Learning All Summer LongWorried your kids will forget everything over the summer? In this episode, Katy busts the myth of “summer brain drain” and explore what learning really looks like when structure takes a backseat and real life takes the lead. You’ll walk away with five refreshing mindset shifts—and practical ways to make your summer both restful and rich in learning. Why not skip the drama and pain of learning from scratch and make progress with a homeschool coach? Join me on a 30 min. coaching call to see if coaching is a good fit...2025-06-1819 minMore Than Homeschooling#39 Are You Stuck In Indecision Planning Your Homeschool Next Year? Here's What You Need To Know In this episode, you’ll learn why relying on past homeschooling outcomes are limiting your child's growth—and what to do instead. Here's what you get out of the episode:How to make confident planning decisions that can bring outcome you actually wantWhy focusing on the past year is hindering your progress and what to do instead.How a little bit of intention plus gratitude along with prayer can get you started in making a big difference in planning next year. Grab the Show Notes Here 🥴 You don’t...2025-06-1117 minMore Than Homeschooling#38 From Survival Mode to Thriving: Three Small Changes that Can Transform Your HomeschoolFeeling overwhelmed, run-down, or not like the mom you want to be?In this episode, I share three simple habits—hydration, movement, and rest—that can dramatically shift your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Tune in to discover how small daily choices can help you feel more energized, present, and at peace. Resources:Doterra Lavender Essential Oil, Capiaba Essential oil & Life Long Vitality Vitamins: Click Here (Affiliate Link) Effortless by: Greg McKewn: Click Here to go to his websiteFree Thought...2025-06-0417 minMore Than Homeschooling#37 Feeling Spiritually Depleted? 6 Ways to Fill Your Cup as a Homeschool MomFeeling like your lost in the midst of homeschooling? Motherhood isn’t easy- but it doesn't have to define how you feel. In this episode, I share 6 ways to renew and recharge you spiritual and emotionally. Resources:Becoming Exemplary Latter-day Saints 🥴 You don’t need another checklist—just some clarity and confidence. Check out this 1-question quiz to find out what kind of support fits you. Take the quiz now at Katy Murdock Coaching Quiz2025-05-2818 min
The Rod & Greg ShowThe Rod and Greg Show: Utah Lawmakers Get Report on Gender Affirming Care; Left's War on Family is RealThe Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Thursday, May 22, 20254:20 pm: Representative Katy Hall joins the show for a conversation about whether the results of a recent legislative report showing that gender-affirming care benefits trans youth will have any effect on Utah’s current ban on such treatments.4:38 pm: Pastor Daniel Hayworth from Vintage Church is Harker Heights, Texas joins the show to discuss his piece in The Blaze in which he writes the Left’s war on the family is real.5:05 pm: Economist Steve Moore, co-founder of Unleash Prosperity, joins the program for his weekly...2025-05-231h 27More Than Homeschooling#36 5 Under-Rated Ways to Know You’re Succeeding at Homeschooling Ever feel like you’re failing because your kids aren’t hitting every milestone on time? In this episode, I break down the real signs of success that most people miss—and why trusting a deeper process will bring more peace and purpose to your homeschool. Get ready to feel lighter, stronger, and more confident. Resources:“Rise! He Calleth Thee,” Elder Massimo De Feo, April 2024For the Strength of Youth GuideFormula for Success,” New Era, Elder Earl Monson, Nov 2002Success—A Journey or a Destination?” –...2025-05-2116 minMore Than Homeschooling#35 What Can You Do To Keep Your Kids Safe?Safety and preparedness are subjects every homeschool should include. In this episode, get practical ideas and helpful resources for teaching your kids everything from emergency plans to personal boundaries. Resources:Safety Kids Link (Click Here): The books are coloring books that go along with the songs. You can also find the 1st volume on personal safety on Spotify.Good Pictures, Bad Pictures (Click Here)Good Pictures, Bad Pictures Jr. Edition (Click Here) 🥴 You don’t need another checklist—just some clarity and confidence. Check ou...2025-05-1409 minMore Than Homeschooling#34 How to Balance Cleanliness and Homeschool Have you ever felt like a clean home and homeschooling just don’t mix? In this episode of More Than Homeschooling, Katy shares the real-life rhythms and mindset shifts that help her keep her home organized and functioning—even in the middle of homeschooling and family life. Whether you’re overwhelmed by clutter, juggling toddlers, or managing teens, you’ll walk away feeling recharged, encouraged, and equipped with simple steps to create a home that supports peace, clarity, and stronger family relationships. 🥴 You don’t need another checklist—just some clarity and confidence. Check out this 1-questio...2025-05-0719 minMore Than Homeschooling#33 The One Thing I Wish Someone Had Told Me On Day One Feeling overwhelmed by all the homeschooling options out there? In this episode, I’m sharing the three books that had the biggest impact on how I homeschool today. These trusted resources will give you clarity, confidence, and a fresh vision for your child’s education—whether you’re just starting out or looking for a better fit. Links:Thomas Jefferson Education By: Oliver DeMillePassion-Driven Education By: Conner BoyackHowever Imperfectly By: Andrew PudewaThomas Jefferson Education for Teens By: Oliver DeMille 🥴 You don’t need...2025-04-3014 minMore Than Homeschooling#32 What Does Homeschooling Freedom and Flexibility Really Look Like?Curious about homeschooling? In this episode, I share what homeschooling has looked like for our family—freedom, deeper relationships, and meaningful real-world learning. Whether you're exploring the idea or doubting your current path, you'll walk away with clarity and encouragement.Links:Increase During Covid Homeschool ResearchHomeschooling After Opening Public Schools Data 🥴 You don’t need another checklist—just some clarity and confidence. Check out this 1-question quiz to find out what kind of support fits you. Take the quiz now at Katy Murdock Coaching Quiz2025-04-2312 minMore Than Homeschooling#31 What to Do When You Don't Like Your Own KidWhat do you do when your child’s behavior is so challenging, it starts to change the way you feel about them? When parenting struggles go beyond the typical hard days, and you're dealing with a difficult child who feels mean, rude, entitled—or just plain exhausting?In this episode, Katy is taking on LDS parenting struggles that don’t often get talked about. We’ll talk about what to do when you don’t like your child, how to handle rude behavior in kids, and how to respond when their actions feel triggering, overwhelming, or even toxic....2025-04-1615 minMore Than Homeschooling#30 How to Homeschool With Confidence When Your Spouse Disagrees: 2 Truths Every Homeschool Mom Needs to HearIn today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the most common yet challenging issues homeschooling moms face—what happens when your spouse doesn’t see eye to eye with you on homeschooling? Maybe your husband isn’t on board, or he has different expectations, and it feels like your relationship is suffering as a result.Key Takeaways:How to navigate your relationship with your your husband even if he’s skeptical or unsure about the approach.Time management tips for balancing homeschooling responsibilities and personal boundaries to reduce overwhelm and increase...2025-04-0918 minMore Than Homeschooling#29 Helping Your Homeschool Teen Face Social CriticismAre you a homeschooling parent struggling with how to support your teen through criticism or peer rejection? In today’s episode, I explore one of the toughest challenges we face—helping our teens navigate the emotional impact of criticism, whether it’s about homeschooling or difficulties fitting in with their peers. I share practical strategies on how you, as a parent, can be emotionally available for your teen during these challenging moments, and offer insights into how to guide them through the tough years of adolescence. You’ll also learn the difference...2025-04-0221 minMore Than Homeschooling#28 Why Homeschooling Feels Hard, and How to Change ItIn today’s episode, I share the what and the why behind why homeschooling can feel like such a struggle—and reveal one of the most powerful ways to change that: a homeschool coach.I dive into my own experience of being coached by other homeschooling moms, along with stories from clients I’ve helped on their own homeschooling journeys.You won’t want to miss this episode! Whether you’re a new-to-homeschooling mom or you’ve been at it for years, this episode will show you just how valuable a coach can be in helping you...2025-03-2616 minMore Than Homeschooling#27 What I've Learned From Teaching Math to My KidsMath... the one skill we want out kids to grasp and enjoy, but it's often met with resistance and whining. In this episode, I share with you the lessons that I've learned in the last 14 years of teaching my own kids math- what works, what doesn't, and how to make it more enjoyable. Listen in for practical tips that can transform your approach! Want a simple way to make math fun? Grab my free download of 30+ engaging math games our family loves—designed to teach key concepts effortlessly through play! Click...2025-03-1912 minMore Than Homeschooling#26 SeasonsAre you in a season of growth, abundance, or overwhelm? As a homeschooling mom, life is constantly changing, but peace can come when you recognize and embrace the season you’re in.In this episode I share when I finally understood and embraced the seasons in my own life, everything changed. I stopped fighting where I was and started finding joy in it. In this week’s episode, I’ll help you discover what season you’re in, how to navigate it with faith, and why honoring it can bring more confidence, clarity, and peace...2025-03-1220 min