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A Beautiful Homeschool Community | The official podcast of the Wild + Free community, hosted by Ainsley Arment and Jennifer Pepito.

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    • Aug 8, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 28m AVG DURATION
    • 83 EPISODES

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    Episode 83: Mothering by the Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 30:11


    This week, we're talking with the founder of the Peaceful Press and our regular podcast host Jennifer Pepito about her new book Mothering By the Book. Plus, we'll share about new Wild + Free content bundle for the month of August called LISTEN. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Wild + Free Family Book: bewildandfree.org/family Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: https://www.bewildandfree.org/

    Episode 82: The Wild + Free Family

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 30:05


    This week, we're talking about a new book coming to the Wild + Free community this August called The Wild + Free Family! You'll hear a conversation with Ainsley Arment and Jennifer Pepito and learn how you can get some special perks with your pre-order by August 29th. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Wild + Free Family Book: bewildandfree.org/family Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: https://www.bewildandfree.org/

    Episode 81: The Messy Work of Wonder

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2022 30:52


    This week, we're talking with Robyn Robertson of “Honey I'm Homeschooling the Kids” about giving our older children the freedom to guide their own learning. Plus… we'll share about our new content bundle for the month of July called SPARK, as well as our Group Leader Gathering at the Farm Village in September. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Robyn Robertson: instagram.com/honeyimhomeschoolingthekids Group Leader Gathering: bewildandfree.org/groupleaders Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: https://www.bewildandfree.org/

    Episode 80: Leaning Into What Our Children Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2022 29:25


    This week, we're talking with our friend Ginny Yurich of 1000 Hours Outside about embracing the benefits of outdoor play, leaning into what our children love, and being okay with “better late than early.” Plus, we'll share how you can get a free Wild + Free content bundle. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Ginny Yurich: instagram.com/1000hoursoutside Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: https://www.bewildandfree.org/

    Episode 79: Simplify Your Homeschool Space

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 28:43


    This week, we're talking with Wild + Free contributor Rachel Alsbury about how to simplify your homeschool space. Plus, we'll share about our new content bundle for the month of April called HEAL. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Rachael Alsbury: instagram.com/rachael.alsbury Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: https://www.bewildandfree.org/

    Episode 78: A Place to Belong

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2022 31:32


    This week, we're talking with Amber O'Neal Johnston about her new book A Place to Belong and how we can build greater connection with our children, with our own pasts, and with each other. Plus, we'll share about some exciting events happening at the Wild + Free Farm Village this summer. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Amber O'Neal Johnston: instagram.com/heritagemomblog Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 77: Greta Eskridge and 100 Days of Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2022 31:51


    This week, we're talking with Greta Eskridge about her new book 100 Days of Adventure and how we can foster curiosity, exploration, and wonder in our own homes. Plus, we'll share about some exciting events happening at the Wild + Free Farm Village this summer. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 76: Raising Critical Thinkers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 30:39


    This week, we're talking with Julie Bogart, author of The Brave Learner and the new book Raising Critical Thinkers. Plus, we talk about our upcoming Dallas, TX conference and how you can get a free Wild + Free content bundle! So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Julie Bogart: instagram.com/juliebravewriter The Hunts: instagram.com/thehuntsmusic Wild + Free Dallas, TX: bewildandfree.org/dallas Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 75: Growing in the Grace of Homeschooling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 38:41


    This week, we’re talking with mama-of-five, Jane Manka, of @thesaltytribeco about homeschooling multiple ages and giving our children permission to make mistakes as they are growing and learning. Plus, we talk about our Nature Journal course, and our new book called Book Club! So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Jane Manka: instagram.com/thesaltytribeco Nature Journal Course: bewildandfree.org/naturejournal Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 74: The Beautiful Promise of Family

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2021 29:09


    This week, we’re talking with our beloved friend Sally Clarkson about finding friends in a new place, working through conflict within a family, and giving our children a safe space to express their big emotions without fear of being unloved. Plus, we’ll share an exciting update about our Nature Journaling course by Kristin Rogers. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Sally Clarkson: instagram.com/sally.clarkson Nature Journal Course: bewildandfree.org/naturejournal Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 73: Overcoming the Fears of Homeschooling

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 29:23


    This week, we’re talking with Leslie Martino about overcoming the fears of homeschooling. Plus, we'll tell you how you can get a free content bundle from Wild + Free. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Leslie Martino: instagram.com/lesliemmartino Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 72: Upholding Ideals in the Midst of a Messy Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 30:10


    This week, we’re talking with the author of Mere Motherhood, Cindy Rollins, about upholding the ideals of Charlotte Mason homeschooling in the “messy midst” of everyday life. Plus, we’ve released a new print collection called NATURE that’s available wherever books are sold. We’ll tell you all about it. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Cindy Rollins: instagram.com/cindyordoamoris Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 71: A Childhood in the Earth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 35:43


    This week, this week, we’re talking with our friend Amber Johnston of Heritage Mom about creating healthy, life-giving rhythms and the importance of mothers planning time to play. Plus, Toni Weber shares some heart-warming letters she received from her children after completing 33 years of homeschooling. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Amber Johnston: instagram.com/heritagemomblog Wild + Free Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: bewildandfree.org

    Episode 70: Tribute to Emily of @the.hidden.way

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2020 23:27


    Last week, our community grieved the loss of a beautiful mother. Emily Mitchell of @the.hidden.way was a radiant light to her family, friends, and so many of us in this Wild + Free community. Just last Wednesday, she was unexpectedly taken home to heaven, along with her unborn child. We are heartbroken and can only imagine the grief and sorrow her precious family is experiencing right now. We had recently recorded a conversation with Emily for this podcast, but she passed away before we had time to air it. We decided to share it with you this week so you could know what a beautiful person she was. LINKS GoFundMe for Emily's family: gofund.me/db6ad425 Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito

    Episode 69: Raising Responsible Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2020 29:51


    This week, this week, we’re talking with Melissa Amy Simmons about helping our children become self-reliant and raising responsible kids. Plus, we'll share about the new Christmas Giving Catalog to benefit the Wild + Free Farm Village. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Melissa Amy Simmons: instagram.com/melissa_amy_simmons Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Christmas Giving Catalog: bewildandfree.org/christmas Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 68: Developing Daily Rhythms

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 30:55


    This week, Jennifer Pepito talks with Johnna Holmgren of @foxmeetsbear about developing daily rhythms in our homeschools. Johnna likens her rhythm to the blooming of a morning glory, which opens and closes all throughout the day, and shares how we can create our own. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Johnna Holmgren: instagram.com/foxmeetsbear Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Nature Journal book: bewildandfree.org/naturejournal Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 67: Slowing Down and Savoring the Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 34:13


    This week, we’re talking with author Tsh Oxenreider about hybrid homeschooling, teaching high school students, and her new book Shadow and Light. We’ll also share about a special offer for the Wild + Free content bundles. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Tsh Oxenreider: instagram.com/tshoxenreider Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 66: Awaking Wonder

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 34:39


    This week, we’re talking with homeschool pioneer Sally Clarkson about her new book Awaking Wonder, what she believes is the most important but overlooked aspect of homeschooling, and how she raised world-changing children. We’ll also share about the Wild + Free simulcast on October 24th. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Sally Clarkson: instagram.com/sally.clarkson Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Wild + Free Simulcast: bewildandfree.org/simulcast Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 65: Adventuring Together

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 27:20


    This week, Greta Eskridge, author of the new book Adventuring Together, talks about creating memorable adventures with our children. Plus, we’ll share a few exciting things coming up in the Wild + Free community. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Medieval Adventure Weekend: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Handcrafts Book: bewildandfree.org/handcrafts

    Episode 64: Interest-Led Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 30:38


    This week, Robyn Robertson, the host of Honey, I'm Homeschooling the Kids, talks about her homeschool journey and what unschooling is all about. Plus, we’ll share what's inside our new SOIL bundle, available now. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Robyn Robertson: instagram.com/honeyimhomeschoolingthekids Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Medieval Adventure Weekend: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Handcrafts Book: bewildandfree.org/handcrafts

    Episode 63: The Meaning of Motherhood

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 40:34


    This week, Cindy Rollins, the author Mere Motherhood, talks about the meaning of motherhood (from a recent Wild + Free conference). Plus, we’ll share what's inside our new Homebound Activity Kit. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Cindy Rollins: instagram.com/cindyordoamoris Homebound Kit: bewildandfree.org/homebound Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Handcrafts Book: bewildandfree.org/handcrafts

    Episode 62: Fighting for Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 42:04


    This week, Greta Eskridge talks about fighting for joy in the everyday struggles of life and motherhood. Plus, we’re putting the finishing touches on our upcoming content bundle called CURIOUS for the month of May. We’ll give you a sneak peek at what’s inside. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Handcrafts Book: bewildandfree.org/handcrafts

    Episode 61: The Gardener

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 25:31


    This week, Katrien Van Deuren shares a “day-in-the-life” of mountain-schooling on her farm in Italy. Plus, our new content bundle called PLANT is available for the month of April. We’ll talk about what’s inside. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Katrien Van Deuren: instagram.com/growingwildthings Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Homebound Kit: bewildandfree.org/homebound Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 60: Special Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 10:00


    Join us for a special edition of the Wild + Free podcast as we navigate these uncertain times amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. Grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Homebound Kit: bewildandfree.org/homebound Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 59: Managing Motherhood During Difficult Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 42:53


    This week, Elsie Iudicello shares three ways we can manage motherhood on the hard days of homeschooling. Plus, there are two opportunities for you to experience the beauty and joy of the Wild + Free Farm Village, and we’ll share those with you today. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Homebound Kit: bewildandfree.org/homebound Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Spring Mama Retreat: bewildandfree.org/springretreat Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 58: The Courage to Homeschool

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 26:53


    This week, Jennifer Pepito talks with Elle Celaya of Woven Childhood about having the courage to homeschool after a career as an elementary schoolteacher. Plus, we just announced our new content bundle for the month of March called MIGHTY. We’ll talk about what’s inside. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Elle Celaya: instagram.com/wovenchildhood/ Spring Mama Retreat: bewildandfree.org/springretreat Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 57: Simplicity Parenting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2020 22:49


    This week, Amy Hughes and Jennifer Pepito talk about the principles from Kim John Payne’s book “Simplicity Parenting” and how they apply to homeschooling. Plus, this is the last week to get our February content bundle LEAVEN before the new MIGHTY bundle comes out next week. We’ll talk about what’s inside. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Amy Hughes: instagram.com/simplelittleamy/ Wild + Free Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 56: The Intentional Homeschool Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 26:54


    This week, Erin Loechner, the author of Chasing Slow, shares how her principles for intentional living can apply to homeschooling. We talk about the importance of understanding the personalities of our children. And we announce two new events at the Wild + Free Farm Village. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Erin Loechner: instagram.com/erinloechner/ Farm Village Events: bewildandfree.org/upcoming Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 55: Keeping our Children Safe Online

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2020 29:48


    This week, Greta Eskridge talks with us about homeschooling middle schoolers and protecting our children from the dangers online. Plus, we'll tell you about a special gathering we're hosting for Wild + Free group leaders. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Group Leaders Retreat: bewildandfree.org/groupleaders Medieval Adventure: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book

    Episode 54: Homeschool the Life-Giving Way

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2020 25:30


    This week, Kristen Mittler, @oldjoy on Instagram, shares her story and honest advice about homeschooling to warm our hearts on these cold winter days. Plus, our new LEAVEN bundle is available now. We’ll talk about what’s inside. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Kristen Mittler: instagram.com/oldjoy Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp Medieval Adventure: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 53: When Mother Reads

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2020 26:38


    Rea Berg, founder of Beautiful Feet Books, talks about fueling our children’s reading habits and cultivating storytellers at home. Also, Leah Boden shares a beautiful spoken-word piece called "When Mother Reads.” So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Rea Berg: instagram.com/reaberg Leah Boden: instagram.com/modernmissmason Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp Medieval Adventure: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 52: Raising up Young Adults Who Thrive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2020 21:02


    This week, Toni Weber talks about raising up young adults who thrive. (She just completed 33 years of homeschooling her children.) Plus, we’re giving you a sneak peek at the new "Music of Mozart" course by Rachel Kovac. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Toni Weber: instagram.com/homeschoolingbyheart Music of Mozart: bewildandfree.org/mozart Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp Medieval Adventure: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 51: Take the Pressure off Yourself, Mama

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2020 27:06


    This week Cindy Rollins, the author of Mere Motherhood, helps us take the perfectionist-pressure off ourselves and encourages us to lean into literature. Plus, we're excited to announce a new family experience at the Farm Village. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Cindy Rollins: instagram.com/cindyordoamoris Medieval Adventure: bewildandfree.org/medieval Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 50: Homeschooling in the Waiting Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2020 28:56


    This week our friend Elsie Iudicello shares about “homeschooling in the waiting room," making the most of the “in-between” times throughout the day. Plus, we have a few big announcements to share about the upcoming year. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Wild + Free Europe: bewildandfree.org/europe Wild + Free Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 49: Learning Through Literature

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2019 20:27


    This week, the founder of Beautiful Feet Books, Rea Berg, talks about helping reluctant readers, finding a literary connection with our spouses, and how books make everything better. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Rea Berg: instagram.com/reaberg "Grow the Village" campaign: https://igg.me/at/farmvillage Wild + Free Farm Village: bewildandfree.org/farmvillage Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Story Nights: bewildandfree.org/storynights Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 48: Trusting the Process of Homeschooling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2019 22:30


    This week, Cindy Rollins – the author of Mere Motherhood – shares about filling our own mama souls and trusting the process of our homeschooling efforts. We’ll also provide an update on our “Grow the Village” campaign to buy a staff house at the Wild + Free Farm Village. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Cindy Rollins: meremotherhood.com "Grow the Village" campaign: https://igg.me/at/farmvillage Wild + Free Farm Village: bewildandfree.org/farmvillage Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Story Nights: bewildandfree.org/storynights Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 47: The Little Known Brilliance of Charlotte Mason

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2019 25:13


    This week, this week, we’ll join our friend Richele Baburina for a fascinating conversation about Charlotte Mason and her little-known brilliance. Plus, today, we’re launching an exciting campaign for the Wild + Free Farm Village that’s loaded with all sorts of amazing perks. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Richele Baburina: instagram.com/rbaburina "Grow the Village" campaign: https://igg.me/at/farmvillage Wild + Free Farm Village: bewildandfree.org/farmvillage Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Story Nights: bewildandfree.org/storynights Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 46: Helping Our Children Thrive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 30:40


    This week, Elsie Iudicello shares some eye-opening thoughts on raising boys. Julie Bogart talks about fashioning an education around our children’s interests... not the other way around. And we'll share an exciting update about the Wild + Free Farm Village. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Julie Bogart: instagram.com/juliebravewriter Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Story Nights: bewildandfree.org/storynights Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 45: Homeschooling Through Hard Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2019 20:35


    This week, we’re sharing some exciting things happening in the Wild + Free community this fall. You’ll hear an inspiring idea to beat the summertime heat and still spend time in nature. And we’ll join a conversation about “homeschooling through hard times.” So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Amy O'Meara: instagram.com/charlottemasonhomeschool Tiffany Hahn: instagram.com/thehahnestlife Naomi Ovando: instagram.com/3bebesmama Kristen Mittler: instagram.com/oldjoy Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Book: bewildandfree.org/book Story Nights: bewildandfree.org/storynights Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 44: Setting Intentions and Savoring Our Children

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2018 14:41


    This week, we’re finishing our conversation with six Wild + Free mamas who spent a few days together talking about homeschooling, life, and motherhood. We’re talking about New Year’s resolutions and some words of wisdom for 2019. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Jennifer Naraki: instagram.com/jennifernaraki Toni Weber: instagram.com/homeschoolingbyheart Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Lynsey Kramer: instagram.com/fivechicksandafarmer Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 43: The Christmas Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2018 14:17


    For our Christmas edition, you'll hear a conversation between some Wild + Free mamas who spent a few days in Chicago to talk about homeschooling, life, and motherhood. We talk about overcoming failure in our homeschools and rediscovering wonder in the midst of hard times. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Jennifer Naraki: instagram.com/jennifernaraki Toni Weber: instagram.com/homeschoolingbyheart Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Lynsey Kramer: instagram.com/fivechicksandafarmer Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 42: What it Means to Be Wild + Free

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2018 24:53


    This week, we’ll hear a conversation between some Wild + Free mamas who spent a few days together in a cozy Bed & Breakfast to talk about homeschooling, life, and motherhood. You’ll also hear a heart-to-heart conversation with Jennifer Naraki on what’s happening in her life and homeschooling through difficult times. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Jennifer Naraki: instagram.com/jennifernaraki Toni Weber: instagram.com/homeschoolingbyheart Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Lynsey Kramer: instagram.com/fivechicksandafarmer Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 41: Tiny Seeds Grow Mighty Trees

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2018 24:07


    This week, we’ll hear an inspiring story from the annals of homeschool history. Our friend Elsie Iudicello shares her heart-felt reflections about Wild + Free conferences. And Sandy Hunt, the mother and music teacher of the band The Hunts, reflects on her homeschool experience. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Sandy Hunt: instagram.com/thehuntsmusic Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Nichole Holze: instagram.com/coleyraeh Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 40: Handling the Loss of Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2018 17:21


    This week, we’ll talk with Jodi Mockabee about the changing seasons of homeschooling and how to handle the loss of community. Toni Weber will share her “homeschool story” with us. And we’ll re-visit a fun moment that happened at the recent Wild + Free conference in Franklin, Tennessee. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Jodi Mockabee: instagram.com/jodimockabee Toni Weber: instagram.com/homeschoolingbyheart Tina Ingold: instagram.com/heyingolds Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 39: Bringing Humor into Homeschooling

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2018 27:24


    This week, we’ll talk with Leah Boden about the concept of loop scheduling; we’ll catch up with Betsy Jenkins, the creator of the hilarious Homeschooling with the Classics Instagram feed; and we’ll share a fun moment at the recent Wild + Free conference in Franklin, Tennessee. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Leah Boden: instagram.com/leahvboden Betsy Jenkins: instagram.com/homeschoolingwiththeclassics Tina Ingold: instagram.com/heyingolds Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 38: Making Much of Little

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2018 25:01


    This week, we’ll hear from Modern Miss Mason herself, Leah Boden, as well as our dear friend Cindy Rollins, the author of Mere Motherhood, plus, a few special announcements. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch. LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Leah Boden: instagram.com/leahvboden Cindy Rollins: instagram.com/cindyordoamoris Wild + Free Frisco, TX: bewildandfree.org/frisco Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles

    Episode 37: Homeschooling Through the Summer?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2018 17:49


    This week, you'll hear from the refreshingly-honest, veteran homeschooling mama, Terri Woods. We're talking about our summer plans - whether to keep homeschooling until fall - or take the season off. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch! LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Terri Woods: instagram.com/woodsermom Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp

    Episode 36: Making Homeschool Count

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2018 18:48


    This week, you'll hear hear an inspiring conversation with first-year homeschooler Rachael Alsbury about interest-led learning, STEM projects, and making learning natural. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch! LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Rachael Alsbury: instagram.com/fromfaye Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp

    Episode 35: Finding Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2018 21:11


    This week, you'll hear an encouraging interview with Greta Eskridge about what it takes to find meaningful community as a homeschooling mama. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch! LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Greta Eskridge: instagram.com/maandpamodern Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp

    Episode 34: A Suprise Moment & Making Math Easy

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2018 34:18


    This week, we'll hear a special moment that happened at our recent Wild + Free conference in Portland, Oregon… as well as a delightful interview with a mama who's making math easy for the rest of us - Holly Doden. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch! LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Holly Doden: instagram.com/moms_do_math Layla Hughes: instagram.com/laylatheawesomest.m Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp

    Episode 33: Practical Tips for Natural Learning

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2018 37:21


    This week, we'll hear an inspiring story called "Mornings Without Measure" by Elsie Iudicello and an interview with the founder of Brave Writer, Julie Bogart. Here are some practical tips for natural learning. So grab a cup of coffee and join us on the front porch! LINKS Ainsley Arment: instagram.com/ainsl3y Jennifer Pepito: instagram.com/jenniferpepito Elsie Iudicello: instagram.com/farmhouse_schoolhouse Julie Bogart: instagram.com/juliebravewriter Wild + Free: instagram.com/wildandfree.co Content Bundles: bewildandfree.org/bundles Family Camp: bewildandfree.org/familycamp

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