Homeschooling Down South

Homeschooling Down South
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Homeschooling Down South is your go-to podcast for life and learning in the Southeast. Hosted by Kayla and Kat — two Southern homeschooling mamas — this show offers real talk, practical resources, and weekly inspiration tailored to homeschool families. From regional field trip finds and nature spot highlights to interviews with leaders in the homeschool community, we’re here to celebrate the freedom, joy, and community of homeschooling in the southeast. Whether you're just starting out or have years under your belt, you're always welcome at our table.

  1. 4d ago

    iFly

    What if your next homeschool field trip was an indoor skydiving lesson that left your kids braver, your group more connected, and your whole family eager to go back? Today we talk about Kayla’s first visit to iFLY Atlanta—and how an exciting day in the wind tunnel became a memorable mix of fun, science, and confidence-building. We talk with podcast friend Whitney about how to set up the field trip, and what she loves about iFly and homeschooling. We learn what to expect, from hands-on demonstrations about weight and surface area to the safety briefing and the moment you float in the tunnel. Kayla explains why the experience felt less intimidating than expected, upping the excitement for the second flight, and how the instructors help flyers have an amazing flight.Our conversation also discusses the value of going on field trips in community. If you’re looking for an adventurous educational outing for your homeschool group or family, tune in for a firsthand look at iFLY’s field trip experience.  Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press iFly iFly Field Trips A & A Play on Instagram Whitney’s Instagram Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    iFly

  2. Oct 1

    Re-Release: Jennifer Henn

    Today we are re-releasing Episode 16, our conversation with friend of the podcast and mentor to so many homeschooling moms, Jennifer Henn. We are sharing her words and wisdom as a celebration of her life and legacy. Please keep the Henn family in your prayers. If you would like to support them, please visit this fundraiser run by our friends at Unite Homeschool Network. Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Re-Release: Jennifer Henn

  3. Sep 29

    Rachel Donahue | Bandersnatch Books

    Homeschooling gets a lot more beautiful when you stop treating poetry like a performance and start treating it like play. In this episode, Rachel Donahue, homeschooling mom and Chief Creative Officer at Bandersnatch Publishing, shares why poetry belongs in every homeschool. She explains why beauty matters so much in education and why the right poem can stay with a child for life. Rachel also explains how to make poetry feel inviting instead of intimidating, and how a home filled with books, rhythm, and art can help kids grow in confidence, language, and wonder. Through the conversation, she helps remove the pressure around teaching and learning poetry and reminds us to bring back the freedom and play - for our kids and ourselves. Learn about Bandersnatch Publishing’s mission to find a home for beautiful virtuous books that might otherwise fall between the cracks. This episode is for everyone: homeschool parents, book lovers, poetry skeptics, and anyone looking for practical encouragement to build a home culture full of beauty, confidence, and good books. Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press Bandersnatch Books Flicker Press Bandersnatch Books on Substack Rachel Donahue on Substack Rachel Donahue Instagram The Banderpod Bandersnatch Instagram Bandersnatch TikTok Bandersnatch Facebook God’s Grandeur by Gerard Manley Hopkins Shel Silverstein Jennifer Trafton Rhyme Zone Bandersnatch by Diana Pavlac Glyer Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Rachel Donahue | Bandersnatch Books

  4. Sep 22

    Angela Smith | Inquisicook

    Angela Smith, homeschool veteran mom and founder of Inquisicook, turned a childhood frustration into a homeschool kitchen curriculum that gives kids real science, real cooking skills, and real confidence. If you’ve ever wanted your children to do more than follow a recipe, this conversation will show you how food can become one of the most practical, engaging subjects in your homeschool. Angela shares how early homeschooling, years of trial and error with curriculum, and a growing love of science and hospitality eventually sparked the idea for Inquisicook.You'll discover why cooking is one of the best ways to teach science in a way kids can immediately use, her path to building a program around food science and culinary arts, and why she designed it to help students become intuitive cooks instead of recipe followers. We break down the practical side of the program and what to expect if you bring Inquisicook into your homeschool. Angela shares how the course helps kids build confidence, learn from mistakes, and understand the “why” behind what happens in the kitchen.This episode is packed with encouragement and practical ideas to blend faith, life skills, and science into one meaningful learning experience.  Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press Inquisicook Inquisicook Instagram Inquisicook Facebook Inquisicook YouTube Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Angela Smith | Inquisicook

  5. Sep 15

    Shelby Gwinn + Joni Harrison | The Homeschool Issues

    Kayla and Kat chat with Shelby Gwinn and Joni Harrison, the women behind The Homeschool Issues, a growing online homeschool magazine created to highlight the many different ways families homeschool. From a book club connection that turned into a creative partnership to the launch of a publication built around community, flexibility, and honest storytelling, Shelby and Joni share how their homeschool experiences shaped both their friendship and their work.The Homeschool Issues features everything from homeschool moms and student success stories to local events, book reviews, and free educational opportunities for families, all while emphasizing there is no “right way” to homeschool. They reflect on the value of finding peace in your homeschool, the skills that homeschooling can build for life after graduation, and their dream of raising up young writers and active, thoughtful citizens. If you love hearing homeschool stories that are equal parts encouraging, practical, and inspiring, this conversation is for you. Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press The Homeschool Issues The Homeschool Issues Instagram The Homeschool Issues Facebook New York Times Article Lego Masters Dude Perfect Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Shelby Gwinn + Joni Harrison | The Homeschool Issues

  6. Sep 8

    Linda Lacour Hobar | The Mystery of History

    Season 2 continues with an historic bang as we welcome Linda Lacour Hobar to the podcast. Tune in to hear about Linda’s homeschool journey and her beautiful wisdom about how Mary and Martha would homeschool today. Linda has created a living history curriculum, forged from her love of people and their stories, that is complete, chronological, and Christ-centered. In this episode, Linda shares about The Mystery of History, advice on history in the homeschool, and cheers on the education we gain as we learn alongside our kids.  Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press The Mystery of History King Arthur Bundle - use code downsouth2026 for 20% off through 11/30/26 Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Linda Lacour Hobar | The Mystery of History

  7. Sep 1

    Nick Robinson | The Homeschool Helper

    Nick Robinson begins our second season sharing insight and wisdom from a homeschool dad. Nick shares how he and his wife navigate being working parents and sharing the homeschooling load. He also gives us an overview of the Classical Conversations model - if you have ever been curious, all your answers are right here! Nick shares about leaning into God’s open doors to create free and paid content to help homeschool families with fun and memorable songs to help remember facts from math to history. The best part? You can trust his Christ-centered approach. Nick has some inspiring and encouraging words for families as the new homeschool year - and our new season! - begins. Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press Visit The Homeschool Helper and use code DOWNSOUTH for 15% off The Homeschool Helper YouTube The Homeschool Helper TikTok The Homeschool Helper Instagram Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Nick Robinson | The Homeschool Helper

  8. Aug 25

    Back to School Bash

    Thank you for joining along this summer during our summer series exploring additional aspects of homeschooling down south. In this final episode of the summer series, we talk about getting back into our homeschool routines in the next few weeks, the curriculum we’re using, what we’re looking forward to, and advice for new homeschoolers who are just getting started. Wherever you are on your homeschool journey, we’ve got something for you. And join us next week when we kick off season 2! Show Notes: Theme Song: Together by Sara Ernst, Wild Pickle Press LIFEPAC by AOP Five in a Row WILD Learning Play ‘n Talk Play to Learn with Katie Visit us: Homeschooling Down South TikTok Instagram Facebook You’re invited to email us at hello@homeschoolingdownsouth.com if you have any suggestions for episode topics!

    Back to School Bash
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Homeschooling Down South is your go-to podcast for life and learning in the Southeast. Hosted by Kayla and Kat — two Southern homeschooling mamas — this show offers real talk, practical resources, and weekly inspiration tailored to homeschool families. From regional field trip finds and nature spot highlights to interviews with leaders in the homeschool community, we’re here to celebrate the freedom, joy, and community of homeschooling in the southeast. Whether you're just starting out or have years under your belt, you're always welcome at our table.

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  • Creator
    Homeschooling Down South
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Clean
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