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Wholesome TV PicksStop Searching for Clean TV. ‘Cheetah’ Is Forgotten Classic You Need – Watch It TonightSick of loud, snarky family movies that talk down to kids? Cheetah (1989) is the quiet, heartfelt antidote. In this episode, Jennifer shares why this forgotten Disney gem deserves a fresh look—from its breathtaking Kenyan landscapes to its surprisingly moving animal performances.Follow two American siblings as they bond with an orphaned cheetah cub and learn one of life's hardest lessons: letting go of what you love. With respectful nods to Kenyan culture, zero crude humor, and storytelling that actually trusts young viewers, Cheetah offers wholesome family entertainment that still feels meaningful decades later.If yo...2025-07-3009 min
StoryJumpersSearch for the Astral Dragon by Bryan DavisMegan Willis’s search for her parents will put her in more danger than she ever imagined. Can she survive the hazards she faces and reunites with her family before it’s too late?This fast-paced YA space opera (reminiscent of Star Wars) follows a strong female protagonist, Megan, on an interplanetary search for her mother. On her journey, Megan witnesses the horrors of child trafficking and slavery and joins with a group of other teens to fight against corrupt systems and stand up for the vulnerable.Full of unus...2025-03-2800 min
School to Homeschool71. Creating Educational Alternatives with Sidra MorrisSidra Morris, a dedicated mother of five and an enthusiastic homeschooling advocate joins us to share her remarkable journey from traditional public schooling to innovative educational experiences. Frustrated by her children's emotional struggles and the uninspiring atmosphere of conventional education, Sidra found a refuge in hybrid homeschooling. Inspired by her own experiences, she embarked on a mission to create a micro-school that blends structured learning with a nurturing home environment, offering a vibrant alternative to mainstream schooling. Micro schools are the focal point of our conversation today, showcasing their flexibility and community-driven spirit. Sidra provides insight into...2024-10-2855 minSchool to Homeschool70. Technology and Kids--Time to Be ParentsAs we explore the addictive nature of video games and the dopamine-driven allure of social media, we share personal anecdotes and lessons learned from our own parenting decisions. The conversation underscores the importance of fostering real-world interactions and nurturing creativity through activities like reading aloud and engaging with nature. We discuss the pressing need for moderation when it comes to screen time and how delaying tech exposure can significantly benefit children's development, particularly for those who might be more susceptible to addiction. Throughout the episode, we emphasize the critical role of active and present parenting in the...2024-10-2145 minSchool to Homeschool69. Homeschooling TeensUnlike long-time homeschoolers, those of us who pull our teens, have teens who never want to go back into the system. That has been my experience. Today we discuss what our teens need from us...and yes, they still need us. They need us more than ever! Sit back, grab a cup of coffee or hot chocolate and let's discuss our beautiful teenagers. By the way, this is purely anecdotal and you are on tender ground as I share my hard. Save the Date: November 1, 2024; 11am Pacific; 12pm Mountain; 1pm Central; 2pm Eastern for a free workshop "M...2024-10-1458 min
Unstoppable OvercomersPower Half Hour, Unstoppable Business Owner # 102 Kathryn Lang
Welcome to another empowering episode of Power Half Hour, Unstoppable Business Owner! I'm your host, Dorothy O'Dell, and today we're diving into a truly inspiring conversation with a remarkable guest, Kathryn Lang – a non-conformist, homeschool mother, and a beacon of encouragement for thinking outside the box and embracing faith.
In this episode, titled "Embracing Your Unique Path to Success," we explore Kathryn's journey as an unstoppable business owner who has overcome significant challenges, such as limited internet access in a rural area and the loss of her home in a tornado. Kathryn's resilience has led he...2024-02-1531 min
Mom of the Hard KidThe War of Parenting Support Groups (Online)The most snarky parents on the internet are found on homeschool websites...a close second are on parenting support pages in social media.2023-10-2517 min
Dead Men Walking PodcastAttorney Davis YountsSend us a textThis week Greg sat down with Davis Younts. Davis is a Christian, husband, homeschool dad, attorney, and former military officer providing legal guidance and expert criminal defense to federal law enforcement and other patriots, former prosecutor, JAG, and #1 rated defense counsel in the Air Force. They discussed the constitutionality of hate crime laws, vaccine mandates, and how to legally fight back against tyranny and infringement upon religious freedoms for individuals, churches, and ministries. Enjoy! Dominion Wealth Strategists: Full Service Financial Planning! Click HERE for a free consultation today! Covenant Rea...2023-01-1139 min
Homeschooling & Loving It!Episode 23: Answering Intrusive Homeschool QuestionsTUNE IN: APPLE PODCASTS | GOOGLE PLAY | STITCHER
If you’ve been homeschooling any amount of time, you’ve probably experienced this. It’s so easy to get annoyed or even defensive when the questions feel intrusive or even ignorant. But that right there is the key… Is the questioner just ignorant of homeschooling in general? Many people are truly clueless about homeschooling and in their ignorance, ask questions. We may be the only people they know that homeschool, and by our response can help them better understand what homeschooling is all about. Take the crazy and often ridiculo...2019-12-1911 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastTips For Your First Homeschool ConventionHomeschool Conventions are one of the best and most overwhelming resources for homeschool moms. One one hand, it's a weekend packed full of resources put together to help you in all areas of your homeschool life. There are speakers, workshops, and the vendor hall. You are bound to find what you need. On the other hand, it's a weekend packed full of resources put together to help you in all areas of your homeschool life. There are speakers, workshops, and the vendor hall. It can be overwhelming. Aurie and Marci share their homeschool convention tips...2018-04-1231 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastThe Great Vaccination DebateChildhood vaccinations are a hot topic for parents. It seems at times there are two camps warring against each other. Is it possible to meet somewhere in the middle? Aurie and Marci share their vaccination experiences and open the topic up for debate.2018-04-0335 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastWhy Can't You Just Go To Sleep?!Thanks to her precious little ones, Aurie hasn’t slept in years. So that is the focus of this episode. Aurie and Marci chat about why kids won’t go to sleep (even though they desperately need it), sleep tips that work on some kids and not on others, and share a foul-mouthed (but on the money) look at what really goes through sleep deprived parents’ minds. And because they like rabbit trails, they also cover the new sport of stair luging and favorite Netflix binges. Promised link---->You can determine if you are a Jennife...2018-02-2632 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastChristmas Tree AdvenuresWe sat down to chat about Christmas and ended up talking about Christmas trees the whole time. Here are a few Christmas tree topics we covered: 7:40 - Dogs, cats, and Christmas trees do not mix well 10:08 - Is it fake or artificial? 10:33 – Christmas tree needles, glitter, and Easter grass everywhere 16:57 – Why you should never rescue kittens from a Christmas tree wearing only a towel2017-12-2030 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastThe Great Pet Explosion of 2017So the 7 children between them don't make life crazy enough, why not add a few more pets into the mix. In 10 days, Marci and Aurie go from 1 dog and a sugar glider between them to 2 dogs, 1 sugar glider, 4 chinchillas, 2 cats, and one less mouse in the world. In this episode, we talk about pet adoptions, background checks, the natural habitat of the house cat, and how much poop 4 chinchillas can produce in one night.2017-12-1133 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastNo denim jumpers, but plenty of spackleAre denim jumpers the stereotypical uniform of the homeschool mom? What do homeschool moms really wear and why? Play along with us on Instagram #WhatThisHomeschoolMomWore and show us your homeschool mom fashion! Show Notes: 0:53 the stereotypical homeschool mom uniform 4:30 denim jumper vs. mini skirt 5:57 Are you homeschooled or a homeschooler? 8:44 #WhatThisHomeschoolMomWore 10:22 no jumpers allowed 12:01 jumper wearing Star Wars geek 13:01 searching for a Star Wars jumper 16:25 PSA - cover your butt 21:28 Get a full length mirror 26:00 Break out the s...2017-11-0929 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastReal And RamblingSo, this is the podcast episode where we reveal the real Aurie and Marci and ramble about podcasting, food, raising headstrong boys, and working from home. Show Notes 1:10 The 2:1 Conference 4:00 WAHM mom woes 7:30 What are you guys like in real life?/Aurie doesn't eat adult food. 9:15 Marci is a food snob. 12:18 Apparently, we imparted knowledge! 13:00 Yeah! We have a stalker! 15:15 Moms of headstrong boys: suck it up 17:44 Advice for working at home with littles 27:18 This is the real us 2017-10-3131 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastSocial Media, Screen Time, and KidsWe admit it. We LOVE social media. We met on social media! Our lives and livelihoods are build around social media. And, don't forget the electronic devices! Phones, tablets, laptops... Can you imagine life without them? As awesome as social media and our devices are, they can be distracting and destructive if not used properly. That's why we need to teach our kids the ins and outs of the digital age they were born into. We don't keep our kids away from social media and screen time, but we do want to let them experience them in a...2017-10-1133 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastSleepless Nights, More Side-Tackling, and Time For MomBeing a mom is hard. It demands all your time. I'm talking 24/7. There are always mouths to feed, a house to clean, groceries to get, laundry to do, kids who won't sleep, and a practice or two to get to. As awesome a moms all are, there comes a time when she just needs time for herself to rest and recharge and become the mom she wants to be again. Listen in as Aurie and Marci talk about a typical mom day and why they just need time alone at the end of it! 2017-09-2833 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastCreative Ways To Flood Your Bathroom FloorSometimes, instead of getting mad, you just have to admire the creativity involved in your kids' epic messes. Because before we had kids, we had no idea how many ways there were to flood a bathroom floor. 0:33 Aurie forgets our podcast name 5:36 Chocolate covered sister 7:40 The Great Lego Boat Flood Of '17 10:44 How much does a water-logged toilet paper roll weigh? 14:44 The missing step in teaching your child to take a shower 18:36 How to side-tackle a toilet 20:55 Bathtub tsunami 24:39 The importance of explaining why...2017-09-1433 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastDo You Even Know What Socialization Means?What's the number one question people ask homeschool moms? "What about socialization?" First off, if you want to start a fight with a homeschool mom, ask her that question. We usually get that question while we are out and about and the kids are either playing with friends or chatting with the docent at the zoo that they've just met about the unique markings on the zebra that identify them like our fingerprints. That has led us to our question to people. "Do you even know what socialization means?" We realize there are so...2017-08-3133 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastTeaching Modesty Without Being A PrudeWe didn't even want to do this podcast. I mean, bring up modesty and people think you are wearing a prairie skirt and a turtleneck and forcing your daughters to do the same. That's not us. But if that's you, that's fine. This isn't a bashing or a preaching podcast. It's all about why we think teaching modesty is important, but how we each have our own ideas about what that looks like. Modesty is going to look different for every family - and that's ok. Listen in and you'll get what I'm talking about.2017-08-2229 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastKids And ChoresIt seems there are two camps when it comes to kids and chores. Those who are all for kids doing chores and those who are against it. Both groups have their reasons, and we are not here to bash either. Instead, Aurie and Marci discuss chores vs. responsibilities, age appropriate tasks, and teaching life skills so kids can survive on their own when they reach adulthood. What about you? What camp are you in? Do your kids do jobs around the house? What are they responsible for? Do your kids not do chores? Why? ...2017-08-0928 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastTop 10 Back To Homeschool SuppliesBack to school supply shopping looks a bit different than traditional school shopping. Each family has their own favorite tools and resources depending upon their personalities and their style of homeschooling. Listen in as the Snarky Homeschool Moms share their top 10 back to homeschool supplies. In this episode, you will also learn: Why Aurie loves Staples Why Marci loves grid/graph paper Why mechanical pencils are the new fidget spinner Why Aurie has a Crayola fan-girl t-shirt Why Marci is spending too much money on sketch pads 2017-08-0230 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastDon't Judge Our Clean HousesSome women worry about being judged for their messy houses. We get judged for keeping clean houses. Seriously, it's a thing. Listen in on our discussion about the why and how of keeping a clean house, underjams, and tips for keeping kids art messes to a minimum. 1:26 Aurie reveals her startling secret 5:09 The point where Marci wonders if she and Aurie can still be friends 7:01 Aurie makes people feel bad 11:56 What are underjams? 12:34 You shouldn't have to mop for good friends 17:25 A great tip for containing art mes...2017-07-2626 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastDay Trips With Your Kids While Keeping Your SanityListen in as Aurie and Marci share their tips for taking successful day trips with your kids and keeping your sanity at the same time! 0:35 After 7 years, Marci still can't say Aurie's name correctly. 3:00 Aurie live an hour from lots of cool stuff. Marci lives in the middle of corn. 4:00 Tips for planning daytrips 5:07 Aurie's daytrip game-changer 9:06 Utilizing online resources 10:49 Field Trip Journals 15:35 Packing for a day trip 16:40 All a girl really needs to carry is a cell phone, a credit card, and lip gloss...2017-07-2031 min
snarkyhomeschoolmoms's podcastSnarky Homeschool Moms PromoWho are the Snarky Homeschool Moms? They are normal, everyday moms trying to get this parenting thing right, or at least pretty close.2017-07-1300 min