Modern Homeschool

Chanty Macias, Inc.
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A podcast about family, flexibility, and raising confident learners. We're redefining what modern homeschooling looks like.

Episodes

  1. 3D AGO

    Ep 6 How to Start Homeschooling Step-by-Step (Part 2 of 2)

    You're listening to Episode 6 of Modern Homeschool - Part 2 of our two-part series on how to start homeschooling step-by-step. Today we're getting practical: how to choose your homeschool approach, pick curriculum without overspending, set up a simple learning space, and start your very first week without losing your mind. If you missed Part 1 last week, go back and listen to Episode 5 first! My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Quick recap of Part 1 (the foundational steps) 2. An overview of homeschool approaches: Classical, Charlotte Mason, Unschooling, Traditional, and Eclectic 3. How to choose beginner-friendly curriculum without overspending and the mistake to avoid 4. How to set up a simple learning space (without a dedicated room!) 5. What your first week of homeschool can actually look like Resources Mentioned: Enter Launch GIVEAWAY: https://forms.gle/6uir26i17qKYUgs69 FREE Command Center: https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org Outschool: https://outschool.com/teachers/Chantal-Macias Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    17 min

  2. MAY 11

    Ep 5 How to Start Homeschooling Step-by-Step (Part 1 of 2)

    You're listening to Episode 5 of Modern Homeschool - Part 1 of our two-part series on how to start homeschooling step-by-step. Today, we're covering the four foundational steps you need to take BEFORE you buy a curriculum or set up a single shelf. Whether you're pulling your child out of public school next month or just exploring the idea, this episode gives you the mindset and groundwork to start strong. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let's get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Why this is a 2-part series and what you'll learn in each 2. How to check your state's homeschool laws (and what to actually look for) 3. What deschooling is and why it might be the most important step 4. How to get clear on your why before choosing anything else 5. Understanding your child's learning style and how to spot it 6. What's coming in Part 2 next week Resources Mentioned: Enter Launch GIVEAWAY: https://forms.gle/6uir26i17qKYUgs69 FREE Command Center: https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter HSLDA State Laws: https://hslda.org/legal Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    17 min

  3. MAY 6

    Ep 4 A Kid’s Perspective on Homeschool (with Ari)

    You’re listening to Episode 4 of Modern Homeschool and today, I’m joined by my daughter, Aria, and we’re diving into how she felt before she started and how she feels about homeschooling now, what a normal homeschool day looks like, what she likes/dislikes about it, something people think that isn’t true, her top 3 places to learn outside our home, and what she would say to a kid who is nervous about being homeschooled. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let’s get started! Episode Highlights: 1. How Ari felt before she started and how she feels about homeschooling now 2. What a normal homeschool day looks like 3. What she likes/dislikes about it 4. Something people think that isn’t true about homeschooling 5. Her top 3 places to learn outside our home 6. What Ari would say to a kid who is nervous about being homeschooled Resources Mentioned: Enter Launch GIVEAWAY https://forms.gle/6uir26i17qKYUgs69 FREE Command Center https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    16 min

  4. MAY 6

    Ep 3 Why My Husband Said YES to Homeschooling (with Laz)

    You’re listening to Episode 3 of Modern Homeschool and today, I’m joined by my husband, Laz, and we’re diving into why he was confident homeschooling was the best option for us, the fears that didn’t scare him (and why), and what support actually looks like from his perspective. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let’s get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Why he was confident homeschooling was the best option for us 2. The fears that didn’t scare him (and why) 3. What support actually looks like from his perspective Resources Mentioned: Enter Launch GIVEAWAY https://forms.gle/6uir26i17qKYUgs69 FREE Command Center https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    12 min

  5. MAY 6

    Ep 2 What Modern Homeschool Actually Looks Like

    You’re listening to Episode 2 of Modern Homeschool and we’re diving into what people think homeschool looks like, what modern homeschool actually looks like, a real day in our homeschool, and why it works for us. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let’s get started! Episode Highlights: 1. What people think homeschool looks like 2. What modern homeschool actually looks like 3. A real day in our homeschool 4. Why it works for us Resources Mentioned: Enter Launch GIVEAWAY https://forms.gle/6uir26i17qKYUgs69 FREE Command Center https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    13 min

  6. MAY 6

    Ep 1 Why We Chose Homeschool After Public School

    You’re listening to Episode 1 of Modern Homeschool and we’re diving into who I am, our public school experience, the turning point for our family, and how homeschooling is going so far. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let’s get started! Episode Highlights: 1. Who I am 2. Our public school experience 3. The turning point for our family 4. How homeschooling is going so far Resources Mentioned: Enter Launch GIVEAWAY https://forms.gle/6uir26i17qKYUgs69 FREE Command Center https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    14 min

  7. APR 9

    Welcome to Modern Homeschool

    You’re listening to the trailer of Modern Homeschool. We’re diving into what this show is about and what you can expect to hear. My mission is to help modern families homeschool with structure, flexibility, and a life they love, so let’s get started! FREE Command Center https://www.chantymacias.com/commandcenter Connect with your podcast host: https://www.instagram.com/chanty.macias https://www.tiktok.com/@chantymacias https://www.chantymacias.com/contact

    2 min
  • 7 Episodes

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About

A podcast about family, flexibility, and raising confident learners. We're redefining what modern homeschooling looks like.

Information

  • Creator
    Chanty Macias, Inc.
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Chanty Macias, Inc.
  • Show Website
    Modern Homeschool