Simplified Homeschooling

Michelle Bartlett and Natalie Reeve

Whether you’re just starting or feeling stuck mid-journey, we’re here for you. With over 25 years of homeschooling experience, we simplify the process so you can confidently teach core subjects in just two hours a day — freeing up time for organic learning, family adventures, and real joy. But here’s the difference: we’re not just focused on the kids — we’re focused on you, mama. We give you the tools to homeschool and thrive — less stress, better health, more joy, and a life you love. Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. See how we can help you: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com/ Michelle and Natalie 👉 Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com/

Episodes

  1. Jun 9

    From Manhattan to the Open Sea: A Family Who Chose to Rewrite Life on Purpose

    Erik is an Emmy Award-winning writer and producer. Emily is an educator, author, and public speaker.  They are the parents of five. They raised their family in Upper Manhattan, where Erik worked on shows such as Wicked, Les Misérables, and The Phantom of the Opera.  When their kids were 6-16 years old, Erik and Emily bootstrapped life aboard a fixer-upper sailboat in the Caribbean. They sailed as a family from St. Martin back to New York City. Their memoir about the experience (Seven at Sea) is a New York Times Top 10 Travel book.  After life on the boat, they continued to travel the world with their children through Europe, the South Pacific, Africa, and across North and South America by plane, train, boat, and van.  Their life design framework helps you go from fear to freedom one adventure at a time. They host the podcast -- What Could Go Right? They help listeners go from fear to freedom one adventure at a time.  Erik and Emily co-founded The Awesome Factory, a coaching and travel adventure company leading retreats and sailing adventures all over the world. Try Living on a Sailboat for a Week. Perfect for rookies who want to test-drive the live-aboard dream. You drive the boat. Relax, explore, and get as much/little sailing experience as you want with stunning 360-degree views. Sail with us.  Connect with ERIK AND EMILY ORTON Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theawesomefactorynyc Website: https://www.theawesomefactory.nyc/sailing Newsletter: https://www.theawesomefactory.nyc/#section-1611959807198 Books: Seven at Sea: Why a New York City Family Cast Off Convention For A Life-Changing Year On A Sailboat https://www.amazon.com/Seven-Sea-Convention-Life-changing-Sailboat/dp/162972551X  Knock: The Spiritual Journey of a Door-to-Door Salesman https://a.co/d/gpqvCvD  🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    1 hr

  2. May 19

    A Long Game: The Homeschool Effect (Part 2)

    Imagine homeschooling before it was even a "thing": no groups, few resources, and no curriculum fairs. Now toss in 11 children, and you have Annette's journey. Annette's mother, Mimo, escaped from Hungary during the final year of the war when the Nazis marched in. Her father, Didi, did not escape immediately; he was held in a prison work camp doing forced labor, rebuilding enemy bridges bombed by the Allies. He eventually escaped to one of Raoul Wallenberg's safe houses, where he went undercover in the resistance. With his blue eyes, blond hair, and a stolen Nazi uniform, he helped secure vital supplies for others. Nazi occupation resulted in the murder of 500,000 Jewish Hungarians. Didi left Hungary just before the Russian communists fully took over the government in 1947. Mimo had escaped to the French part of Switzerland in 1944, returned to Hungary after the war, and left not long after her father. She first joined her mother in Paris before moving on to Seattle, Washington, where Didi was studying at the University of Washington. Didi and Mimo gave their children a stellar education. Annette went on to earn degrees from both Stanford and Yale. Though Annette's children have accomplished a great deal, she is most proud of the wonderful, well-rounded lives they are living. Her son Corbi attended the US Air Force Academy, and their family now holds the record for the most children from one family to have graduated from Yale and other prestigious schools.  And you can do it too! 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    46 min

  3. Apr 22

    A Long Game: The Homeschool Effect (Part 1)

    Imagine homeschooling before it was even a "thing": no groups, few resources, and no curriculum fairs. Now toss in 11 children, and you have Annette's journey. Annette's mother, Mimo, escaped from Hungary during the final year of the war when the Nazis marched in. Her father, Didi, did not escape immediately; he was held in a prison work camp doing forced labor, rebuilding enemy bridges bombed by the Allies. He eventually escaped to one of Raoul Wallenberg's safe houses, where he went undercover in the resistance. With his blue eyes, blond hair, and a stolen Nazi uniform, he helped secure vital supplies for others. Nazi occupation resulted in the murder of 500,000 Jewish Hungarians. Didi left Hungary just before the Russian communists fully took over the government in 1947. Mimo had escaped to the French part of Switzerland in 1944, returned to Hungary after the war, and left not long after her father. She first joined her mother in Paris before moving on to Seattle, Washington, where Didi was studying at the University of Washington. Didi and Mimo gave their children a stellar education. Annette went on to earn degrees from both Stanford and Yale. Though Annette's children have accomplished a great deal, she is most proud of the wonderful, well-rounded lives they are living. Her son Corbi attended the US Air Force Academy, and their family now holds the record for the most children from one family to have graduated from Yale and other prestigious schools.  And you can do it too! 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    43 min
  4. Jungle School: How One Family Took Learning Off-Grid in Belize

    Apr 7

    Jungle School: How One Family Took Learning Off-Grid in Belize

    Chrissy and Lance Walker are parents of four and founders of Jade Jungle Resort in Belize, who made a deliberate decision to remove their children from traditional schooling and redesign education around freedom, exploration, and real-world value creation. Their homeschool philosophy is child-led and parent-supported, fostering curiosity, ownership, and meaningful contributions from a young age. What began out of necessity has become a deeply intentional way of raising capable, purpose-driven kids who don’t wait until adulthood to begin adding value to the world. Connect with THE WALKER FAMILY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasing.wild_/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCC8HtAmXLYEmzavAJQaulLg Website: https://jadejungleresort.com/ 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.co Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    37 min
  5. Empowered at Home: Homeschooling through a Young Mom's Lens

    Mar 3

    Empowered at Home: Homeschooling through a Young Mom's Lens

    Shaundi Killpack is a devoted wife and mother of five children from Utah. She is in her fifth year of homeschooling and is loving it. She loves to emphasize faith, play, adventure, and history in her homeschool, but her favorite part has been slowing down and enjoying great books with her kids. She also loves cooking, Disneyland, escape rooms, and photography. You can follow along with their homeschool adventures at @raisingupthepack. 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    38 min

  6. Feb 24

    Personal Power Through Self-Government

    Nicholeen Peck is a wife, mother of four, and grandmother who has spent decades helping families around the world find more peace at home and learning self-mastery. She is the founder of Teaching Self-Government and a global advocate for strong families, known for her calm, principle-based approach to parenting and communication. Her journey began in her own living room, first as a mother and then as a foster parent to troubled teens, where she developed a system based on self-government, calmness, and honest, respectful communication. In 2009, her approach gained international attention when the BBC featured her family in a documentary called The World's Strictest Parents, where two rebellious British teens transformed in just eight days under her care. Since then, Nicholeen has shared her message on TV and radio, through books and articles, and in person with audiences across six continents. Nicholeen is also a YouTuber and podcaster, sharing real-life parenting tips and heartfelt encouragement with families each week. She is the author of several books, including Parenting a House United, Roles, and the popular Teaching Self-Government children’s series that includes Londyn LaRae Says Okay, Porter Earns A Quarter, Big Win For Quin, Paije Takes the Stage, Popular Parenting Methods, and more. Her work has been translated into Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese. In addition to mentoring thousands of families, Nicholeen serves as President of the Worldwide Organization for Women, is an approved United Nations consultant on family issues, and is a member of the House of Representatives. But no matter how far her message travels, she says her most important work is still at home, building strong relationships with her own children and grandchildren. 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    1 hr

  7. Feb 17

    Simplified Homeschooling: Our Origin Story (Part 2)

    Michelle has a lifelong passion for people and the experiences that shape who we become. For more than 20 years, she has challenged traditional definitions of education, proving that real life, curiosity, and meaningful connection create deeper, lasting learning, all while homeschooling her four children. She is a multi-book co-author, sought-after speaker, and advocate for reimagining education, sharing her perspective at events across the United States. Her speaking often centers on 'How Travel Changes Your Education'. She shares how travel profoundly shapes how we learn. Over the years, she has hosted trips all over the world and can't wait to explore more. She is also a partner in Simplified Homeschooling. Michelle is a mother of four, a grandmother of seven, and a wholehearted believer that family is the foundation of both meaningful education and a thriving life. 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    38 min

  8. 12/16/2025

    Simplified Homeschooling: Our Origin Story (Part 1)

    Natalie is a homeschool mom of five, currently in her twelfth year of homeschooling. Before becoming a mom and bringing learning home, Natalie taught grades K through 5th in the classroom. She specialized in dyslexia, earned an Orton–Gillingham certification, taught at a private school for children with dyslexia, and created her own reading program, Direct Route to Reading, which has helped countless families truly understand how to teach struggling readers. She also ran a successful in-home preschool for three years. Natalie is also the creator of three transformational mentoring programs for moms — Revive in 45 for resetting health, metabolism, and weight loss, Thrive in 45 for emotional stability and personal development, and Arrive in 45 for home systems, rhythms, and family culture.  She’s the mind behind “The Two-Hour Homeschool” and the co-founder of Simplified Homeschooling. She is a wealth of wisdom, a champion for moms and children, and one of the clearest voices in the homeschooling world. I am so excited to dive into this conversation with Natalie today. 🧳Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. 🎒Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. ~~~ Michelle & Natalie ~~~ 👇CHECK OUT WHAT WE'RE UP TO👇 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com Check out our podcast host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free with no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-6f8ad6 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Simplified Homeschooling.

    1h 9m
  • 8 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
4 Ratings

About

Whether you’re just starting or feeling stuck mid-journey, we’re here for you. With over 25 years of homeschooling experience, we simplify the process so you can confidently teach core subjects in just two hours a day — freeing up time for organic learning, family adventures, and real joy. But here’s the difference: we’re not just focused on the kids — we’re focused on you, mama. We give you the tools to homeschool and thrive — less stress, better health, more joy, and a life you love. Want to travel the world for the cost of food and fun? We’ll show you how. Want a homeschool that fits your family, not the other way around? You're in the right place. So buckle up, take a deep breath, and let’s make this the most joy-filled season of your life. See how we can help you: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com/ Michelle and Natalie 👉 Follow us on social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplifiedhomeschooling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Simplifiedhomeschooling/# YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@simplifiedhomeschooling7248 Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/simplifiedhomeschooling/ Website: https://www.simplifiedhomeschooling.com/

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  • Creator
    Michelle Bartlett and Natalie Reeve
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026
  • Show Website
    Simplified Homeschooling