Shows
The Homeschool Express PodcastThe Interstate Highway SystemCarli and Criswell talk about the system of highways that transformed America. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcast like this one -- visit us at Homeschoolexpress.org.
2020-12-1805 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastVirginia: The Mother of PresidentsCarli and Criswell talk about the Commonwealth of Virginia and the presidents who were born there. For many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one, visit us at HomeSchoolExpress.org.
2020-12-1708 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastGrantland Rice: "It's Not Whether You Win or Lose...."Carli and Criswell talk about the legendary American sportswriter Grantland Rice and his famous verse about integrity and sportsmanship. For many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-1605 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastJackie Robinson: A Baseball Hero and an American IconCarli and Criswell talk about the baseball player who broke the color barrier: Jackie Robinson. For many more homeschool-friendly day-starter podcasts like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-1505 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMississippi: The Magnolia StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Mississippi. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-1406 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastIdaho: The Gem StateCarli and Criswell talk about America's potato-growing capital: the great state of Idaho. For homeschool-friendly podcasts 5 days a week -- and for a a complete archive of all our past podcasts -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-1107 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastNew York CityCarli and Criswell talk about the United States' largest city: New York. For bonus content about the Big Apple-- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-1006 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHawaii: The Aloha StateCarli and Criswell talk about Hawaii, America's Pacific paradise. For bonus content -- and many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-0906 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMt. Everest: The World's Tallest MountainCarli and Criswell talk about the tallest mountain on planet Earth. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-0806 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastTexas: The Lone Star StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Texas. And Carli shares a homeschool-friendly quote from noted Texas writer Katherine Anne Porter. For tons of homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-0706 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastGeorge Washington: The Father of Our CountryCarli and Criswell talk about America's first president: George Washington. For bonus content -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-0406 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastLouisiana: The Bayou StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Louisiana. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-12-0306 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastCalifornia: The Golden StateCarli and Criswell talk about the the great state of California. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-3006 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Amazon RiverCarli and Criswell talk about the largest river on the planet: the mighty Amazon. On this "Friday Favorites" edition of the Homeschool Express, we share a digitally enhanced version of one of our favorite podcasts from Season One. To browse through all 60 episodes from Season One, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-2705 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHappy Thanksgiving from The Homeschool ExpressFrom their hometown in Nashville, Tennessee, Carli and Criswell wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. They also share several timely quotes that should remind all of us that thanksgiving should never be restricted to the fourth Thursday in November. For a complete archive of homeschool-friendly podcasts, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-11-2604 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastIt's a Great Day to Count Your BlessingsIn preparation for the Thanksgiving holiday, Carli and Criswell encourage homeschoolers to count their blessings. They also share a timely bit of Thanksgiving-themed advice from Charles Dickens. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-2405 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastNew Jersey: The Garden StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of New Jersey. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-2307 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Wright BrothersCarli and Criswell talk about Orville and Wilbur Wright. And, Carli shares a timely quote from another famous flyer: Amelia Earhart. On this "Friday Favorites" edition of the Homeschool Express, we share a digitally enhanced version of one of our favorite podcasts from Season One. To browse through all 60 episodes from Season One, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-2006 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMontana: Big Sky CountryCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Montana, Glacier National Park, and Yellowstone National Park. For bonus content -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1906 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastBabe RuthCarli and Criswell talk about the most famous New York Yankee of them all: Babe Ruth. And Criswell shares the Babe's philosophy about being a winner in the game of life. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1806 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastWisconsin: The Badger StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Wisconsin. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1707 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Gateway ArchCarli and Criswell talk about the 630-foot monument known as "The Gateway to the West." For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at Homeschoolexpress.org.
2020-11-1605 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastWalt Disney: He Built a Magic KingdomCarli and Criswell talk about Walt Disney, the dreamer and entrepreneur who, with his brother Roy, founded the Disney empire. On this "Friday Favorites" edition of the Homeschool Express, we share a digitally enhanced version of one of our favorite podcasts from Season One. To browse through all 60 episodes from Season One, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1307 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastKansas: The Sunflower StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Kansas. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1206 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHard Work Pays OffCarli and Criswell talk about the virtues -- and the rewards -- of working hard and finishing the job. They share quotes from Booker T. Washington, Thomas Edison, Pat Summitt, and Larry Bird. For more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1105 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastPennsylvania: The Keystone StateCarli and Criswell talk about the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and Criswell shares a word to the wise from a notable and quotable Pennsylvanian: Ben Franklin. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-1006 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Statue of LibertyCarli and Criswell take the Homeschool Express to New York City, where they talk about the Statue of Liberty. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-0905 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHoover DamCarli and Criswell talk about one of the engineering marvels of the 20th century: Hoover Dam. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-0605 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastIllinois: The Land of LincolnCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Illinois and its largest city: Chicago. For bonus content -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-0506 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMark TwainCarli and Criswell talk about Samuel Langhorne Clemens, AKA Mark Twain, the American writer, humorist, lecturer, and publisher. For bonus content -- or for more homeschool-friendly stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-0405 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastKentucky: The Bluegrass StateCarli and Criswell talk about the Commonwealth of Kentucky, and Criswell shares a word to the wise from native son Abraham Lincoln. For bonus content -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-0306 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHelen KellerCarli and Criswell talk about Helen Keller, one of the most admired women of the 20th century. With the help of her tutor and mentor, Anne Sullivan, Keller overcame blindness and deafness to become a world-renowned author, speaker, and social activist. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-11-0206 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Empire State BuildingCarli and Criswell talk about New York's iconic skyscraper: the Empire State Building. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-3006 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastVermont: The Green Mountain StateCarli and Criswell talk about the state that's famous for maple syrup and Ben and Jerry's ice cream. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2905 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHenry FordCarli and Criswell talk about America's iconic car builder: Henry Ford. They also share three quotes from the man who founded the Ford Motor Company. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2805 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastGeorgia: The Peach StateCarli and Criswell talk about Georgia and its capital city, Atlanta. Criswell also shares a homeschool-friendly quote from Atlanta native Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. For bonus content and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2706 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastYou've Got Talent!Carli and Criswell remind young listeners that they have talents and opportunities that can be nurtured and refined in the homeschool environment. For more homeschool-friendly lessons like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2606 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Atlantic OceanCarli and Criswell talk about the amazing Atlantic Ocean. For bonus content -- and for many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2305 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastNew York: The Empire StateCarli and Criswell talk about New York State, and Carli shares a quote from native New Yorker Teddy Roosevelt. For bonus content about this podcast -- or for more homeschool-friendly lessons like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2206 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastNeil Armstrong: The First Man on the MoonCarli and Criswell talk about Neil Armstrong, the American astronaut who was the first man to step onto the lunar surface. For bonus content -- or for lots more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-2105 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMaine: The Pine Tree StateCarli and Criswell talk about Maine, the home of lighthouses, lobsters, and much, much, more. For bonus content about Maine -- and for an archive of many more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-10-2006 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Louisiana PurchaseCarli and Criswell talk about the land acquisition that doubled the size of America. For bonus content about this and all our podcasts, visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-1906 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastColorado: The Centennial StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Colorado, and Carli shares a homeschool-friendly quote from Dr. Seuss. For bonus content about Colorado -- or for more podcasts for homeschoolers -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-1606 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastSusan B. Anthony: She Fought for Women's Right to VoteCriswell and Carli talk about Susan B. Anthony, a champion of the women's suffrage movement. For bonus content -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-1506 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Golden Gate BridgeCarli and Criswell talk about one of the engineering marvels of the 20th century: the Golden Gate Bridge. For bonus content about this podcast -- or for more homeschool-friendly lessons like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-1405 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastTennessee: The Volunteer StateCarli and Criswell talk about their home state: Tennessee. For bonus content about the Volunteer State -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit Homeschoolexpress.org
2020-10-1305 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastJames NaismithCarli and Criswell talk about James Naismith, the man who invented the game of basketball. For bonus content -- and for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- be sure to visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-1206 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastArizona: The Grand Canyon StateCarli and Criswell talk about the Arizona, the home of the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, and more. For bonus content about Arizona -- or for more homeschool-friendly lessons like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-0905 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThomas EdisonCarli and Criswell talk about the iconic American inventor, Thomas Alva Edison. They also discuss the fact that Edison was a very successful homeschooler. For bonus content about Thomas Edison -- or for more homeschool-friendly stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-0805 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastLouis ArmstrongCarli and Criswell talk about jazz legend Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong, one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. For bonus content about this podcast -- or for more homeschool-friendly lessons like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-0705 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Great State of AlabamaCarli and Criswell talk about Alabama's history, its cities, and some of its famous citizens. For bonus content about Alabama -- and for more podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-0605 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastAmerica's Interstate Highway SystemCarli and Criswell talk about America's Interstate Highway System. They discuss the system's origins along with fun facts about the limited-access highways that are an integral part of daily life in America. For bonus content about this podcast -- and for an archive of more homeschool-friendly stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-10-0505 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Mississippi RiverCarli and Criswell talk about the Mighty Mississippi. Criswell also shares a quote from Mark Twain, who, before he became a writer, was a riverboat pilot. For an online lesson about the Mississippi River -- or for more stories like this -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-0205 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastColonel SandersCarli and Criswell talk about Colonel Harland Sanders, the small-town Kentucky businessman who founded a fast-food empire. For a lesson about the Colonel -- or for more homeschool-friendly stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-10-0100 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Transcontinental RailroadCarli and Criswell talk about the railroad line that helped transform America. For an accompanying online lesson about the Transcontinental Railroad -- or for more homeschool-friendly podcasts like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-3000 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastAlaska: The Last FrontierCarli and Criswell talk about America's last great frontier: Alaska.For an online lesson about Alaska -- or to find other topics that every homeschooler deserves to know about -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-2900 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThomas JeffersonCarli and Criswell talk about America's multi-talented 3rd president: Thomas Jefferson. For bonus content, a quick quiz, and writing prompts about this podcast -- or for more stories like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-2500 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastOhio: The Buckeye StateCarli and Criswell talk about the great state of Ohio. And Carli shares a homeschool-friendly quote from one of the state's most illustrious native sons: Ulysses S. Grant. For bonus content -- or for more stories like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-2400 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMr. RogersCarli and Criswell talk about the creator of Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood: Fred Rogers. They also share several of his quotes, and they talk about his home state: Pennsylvania. For bonus content -- or for more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-2300 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastFrederick DouglassCarli and Criswell talk about -- and share quotes from -- Frederick Douglass, the American social reformer, abolitionist, writer, orator, and advisor to Abraham Lincoln. For bonus content about Frederick Douglass, or more stories like this one, visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-09-2200 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Great LakesCarli and Criswell talk about the Great Lakes, and Criswell shares a homeschool-friendly story about William Wrigley, the man who built his very own chewing-gum empire. For bonus content about the Great Lakes -- and for more stories like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-2100 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHarriet TubmanCarli and Criswell talk about Harriet Tubman, an American abolitionist and a courageous conductor on the Underground Railroad. For bonus content -- and for more stories like this one -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-09-1800 minThe Homeschool Express Podcast10 Tips for Writing Better EssaysCarli and Criswell share 10 tips that will help homeschoolers write better essays. For bonus content -- and for more stories like this one -- visit https://homeschoolexpress.org/
2020-09-1600 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMassachusettsCarli and Criswell talk about the Bay State. Plus, Carli shares her thoughts on a quotation by Abigail Adams. For bonus content about Massachusetts --and for more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-1500 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Amazon RiverCarli and Criswell talk about the largest river in the world. Criswell also shares a quote from the man they call "the George Washington of South America": Simon Bolivar. For bonus content about the Amazon River -- and for many more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-1400 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastJupiterCarli and Criswell talk about the largest planet in our solar system. In addition, Carli shares a quote from Galileo and Criswell shares one from Clyde Tombaugh, the astronomer who discovered Pluto. For bonus content about Jupiter -- and for many more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-09-1100 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastIt Pays to Study Grammar (Literally)Carli and Criswell share four important reasons why it pays to pay attention in English class. And, they discuss the fact that grammar skills, once acquired, continue to pay dividends for a lifetime. For writing tips, essay prompts, and more podcasts like this one, visit HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-09-1000 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastVirginiaCarli and Criswell discuss the Commonwealth of Virginia and two U.S presidents who made their homes there: George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. In addition, Carli shares a Jefferson quote about managing money. For bonus content about Virginia -- or for more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-0900 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastHawaiiCarli and Criswell talk about the Aloha State, and Carli shares an old Hawaiian saying that can be helpful to homeschoolers. For bonus content about Hawaii -- or to find more stories like this -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-0800 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastGeorge WashingtonCarli and Criswell talk about President George Washington. Carli also shares a lesson about procrastination and a quote from Washington's friend Ben Franklin. For bonus content about George Washington, Ben Franklin, and many more, visit HomeSchoolExpress.org.
2020-09-0700 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastMartin Luther King, Jr.Carli and Criswell talk about Civil Rights icon Martin Luther King, Jr. For bonus content about Dr. King -- or for more stories like this one -- be sure to visit HomeschoolExpress.org
2020-09-0400 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastAlbert EinsteinCarli and Criswell discuss the 20th century's greatest physicist. For bonus content about Einstein -- or for more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-0300 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Milky WayCarli and Criswell talk about our home galaxy: the amazing Milky Way. They also share a notable quote from Galileo Galilei. For bonus content about the Milky Way -- or for more stories like this one -- be sure to visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-0200 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Pacific OceanCarli and Criswell talk about the world's largest body of water. For bonus content about the Pacific Ocean -- and for lots more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-09-0100 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastNew York CityCarli and Criswell talk about the city that never sleeps: New York. They discuss the city's five boroughs and the places that make the Big Apple unique. Carli also shares a bright idea from Manhattan-born Theodore Roosevelt. For bonus content about New York -- and for more stories like this -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-08-3100 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastTexasCarli and Criswell talk about the Lone Star State: its people, its places, and its rich history. Carli also shares an encouraging message about the value of a homeschool education. For bonus content about Texas-- and for more stories like this -- visit us at HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-08-2800 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastWalt DisneyCarli and Criswell talk about Walt Disney: his life, his movies, his cartoon characters, and his business. They also define the word "entrepreneur." For bonus content about Walt Disney -- and for more homeschool-friendly stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-08-2700 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe Wright BrothersCarli and Criswell talk about the Wright Brothers and the amazing flying machine they launched at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina. Carli also shares a homeschool-friendly quote from another legendary flyer: Amelia Earhart. For bonus content about the Wright Brothers -- and for lots more stories like this one -- visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-08-2400 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastCaliforniaToday Carli and Criswell talk about California, America's most populous state. This bite-sized podcast will help homeschoolers learn about the Golden State and some of the notable people who have called it home. For bonus content about California -- and for more podcasts like this one -- be sure to visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-08-2100 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastThe SunCarli and Criswell talk about the star of our solar system: the Sun. They also discuss gravity and the man who formulated the principles of modern physics: Isaac Newton. For bonus content about the Sun -- and for more homeschool-friendly stories like this -- check out HomeschoolExpress.org.
2020-08-1900 minThe Homeschool Express PodcastAbraham LincolnCarli and Criswell talk about America's 16th president, Abraham Lincoln. They also define two vocablary words: "emancipation" and "proclamation." For bonus content about Honest Abe and more stories like this, visit HomeschoolExpress.org.
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