Realizing Genius Podcast
Igniting GENIUS in Our Children
Episodes
April 7, 2024 • 32 mins
Let’s have a real talk about something that’s not only pervasive in our digital world but also deeply personal for many of us guiding our kids through the maze of technology—screen addiction. In the spirit of vulnerability and courage, I want to share insights from someone who’s walked a mile in those shoes: Michael Jacobus. With a wealth of experience from over four decades as a summer camp director, Michael stepped into a new are...
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March 3, 2024 • 27 mins
Today, we're diving deep into the heart of homeschooling with Kami Harris, a beacon of wisdom and guidance in the homeschooling community. I'm thrilled to have Kami here to share her extraordinary journey with us. From her initial path toward becoming a teacher to making the bold leap into homeschooling, Kami's story is nothing short of inspiring. She embarked on this adventure when she recognized that the traditional education sys...
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February 25, 2024 • 27 mins
In our latest episode, we delve into a narrative that’s uplifting and incredibly enriching for those of us steering through the homeschooling seas. I had the privilege of chatting with Sarah Reid, the visionary behind Innovative Press, who has masterfully turned the tides of homeschooling challenges to craft a beacon of educational innovation.
Sarah’s odyssey in homeschooling mirrors the journey many of us embark upon. Confronted ...
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February 19, 2024 • 28 mins
This week's conversation with Shannon Moss, a dynamic and health-focused homeschooling mom and entrepreneur, was truly inspiring. Shannon opened up about her personal health journey, revealing how an autoimmune disease became the catalyst for her to take charge of her health and inspire others to do the same. With passion, she detailed her innovative teaching methods for children, focusing on enhancing their problem-solving skills ...
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February 13, 2024 • 22 mins
Welcome to our latest episode where we dive into the world of innovation in education with Amaan Ahmad, a visionary from London who, along with his colleague Sid, is reshaping how we approach learning. In this insightful conversation, Amaan introduces us to 'Pathfinder', an Artificial Intelligence tool designed to enhance the learning experience for alternative education communities such as homeschoolers, learning pods, and micro-s...
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February 4, 2024 • 22 mins
In this episode, I'm thrilled to share with you the insights and experiences of two remarkable individuals in the world of alternative education – Kristina and Herb Heagh-Avritt from Vibrant Family Education. They delved deep into the myriad approaches to education and offered their unwavering support for families navigating both the homeschool and traditional education systems.
Kristina, who comes with an impressive 27 years of e...
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January 28, 2024 • 28 mins
This episode I had the amazing opportunity to speak to Kimberly Gawne about her experiences with and views on traditional and alternative education methods. Kimberly reflects on her journey from enthusiastic teaching student to a passionate advocate for alternative education, asserting her fundamental belief that the traditional education system stifles the natural learning process. Touching on the limitations of the classroom, the...
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January 22, 2024 • 42 mins
Get ready to dive into an incredible conversation with Jae Carter, a former public school teacher turned homeschooling advocate, in our latest podcast episode! Jae is the founder of the Homeschool Yo Kids organization, and she's here to share her inspiring journey and insights.
Jae's story is all about her transition from being a dedicated public school teacher to becoming a passionate advocate for homeschooling. She'll take you o...
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January 15, 2024 • 25 mins
Don't get me wrong. I know education is important. I took the time and money to get two master's and a teaching credential! Education is my passion! But I find that sometimes what is really, really important in LIFE is not always taught in traditional school settings.
AND THAT IS WRONG!
Yes. I'm yelling. Understanding money and economics saves lives and relationships. It gives a person freedom. Money is a tool. And we ne...
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January 8, 2024 • 23 mins
Welcome to the new year! Today is January 7th. Still going strong with your resolutions for the year? It's a common occurrence that many people break their New Year's resolutions shortly after making them. Statistics suggest that only a fraction, anywhere between 8% and 28%, actually manage to keep their resolutions. As homeschool parents, our resolutions often revolve around our children, which can add an extra layer of stress. Th...
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December 10, 2023 • 30 mins
It's the beginning of December, and if you're like me, you're trying to figure out last-minute gifts. When my kids were growing up, I would always have a pile of books next to their stockings. The entire time I've been raising my kids, I've been trying to instill a love of books in them. One way I did that was to get them lots of books each Christmas. It was just easier to put a big pile of books next to their stocking rather than...
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December 3, 2023 • 27 mins
Isn't it exciting? December's here. We have all kinds of exciting activities that we're doing. We are going sledding and having snow days and, you know, going to see Santa, if that's your thing. We have church activities and all kinds of family that are going to be visiting. And additional fancy meals that you're supposed to put together. And oh, by the way, on top of that, educate our kids.
Right.
I don't know about you, but I h...
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November 27, 2023 • 20 mins
Meet Julia Booker, the heart and soul of Booker's Book Nook. She has a passion for sharing the love of reading! She's a representative with PaperPie (formerly Usborne). Their motto? "We gather for good around literacy and learning." For five years now, Julia's been hosting an annual book drive bash, raising money to hook up foster care kids in CCC (Community Care County) with shiny new books.
In just the last two years, she's scor...
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November 19, 2023 • 23 mins
Sometimes, the thing that holds us back from realizing our genius is having the courage and skill to share it. This week's guest on the Realizing Genius Podcast helps kids find their voice.
After the trauma of childhood abuse, today Jackie Bailey is the founder and executive director of The Speak Feed Lead Project, which has empowered hundreds of children, teens, and adults with confident, courageous voices shared on global stag...
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November 12, 2023 • 25 mins
Georgics is a term that isn't used much anymore. William DeMille is doing his best to change that! Georgics is all about working with the land and is William's passion! As an author and teacher, he shares the benefits of growing your own food; it isn't just having the food to eat! He educates people in ecological literacy, focusing on Permaculture, Biodynamics, Holistic Management, Georgics, and Ecological Agriculture. He helps ...
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November 5, 2023 • 28 mins
Families are facing an onslaught of challenges, but fear not! We've got an incredible guardian in our midst, none other than Emmalou Penrod. She's not just your average superhero; she's a devoted wife, loving mother, doting grandmother, and a former schoolteacher with a wealth of wisdom. But that's not all—Emmalou also happens to be a Family Relationship Coach with Healing Your Families, on a mission to defend and fortify the very ...
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October 29, 2023 • 31 mins
In an age where Artificial Intelligence becomes increasingly interwoven into our daily existence, there's a growing urgency to impart the essence of humanity to our children. This week's episode is a conversation Tatiana Fallon and I had after we finished recording her presentation for the 2024 Realizing Genius Homeschool Conference (February 22-27, 2024). Her presentation is on AI and is fascinating! I can't wait for you to wat...
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October 22, 2023 • 16 mins
Are you a homeschooling parent looking to empower your child in today's tech-driven world? This episode delves into the exciting realm of teaching algorithms and algorithmic thinking! Discover how teaching algorithms nurtures critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Our practical tips will help you make algorithmic learning engaging and enjoyable right from your homeschool. We'll show you how algorithmic thinking ...
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October 15, 2023 • 31 mins
Navigating the uncharted waters of the future can be a daunting task, especially for homeschooling parents. The world is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and it often feels like we're preparing our children for a destination that remains hidden in the fog of uncertainty. In these turbulent times, how can we equip our kids with the skills and knowledge they need when the very landscape of tomorrow remains elusive?
It's true; the ...
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October 8, 2023 • 11 mins
I've been researching technology and its pros and cons and thought I'd share some of the "aha's" I've had about Artificial Intelligence. People have calmed down a little about AI, but when ChatGPT first came out, there were so many fearful posts and articles. I know there is still a lot of misunderstanding and confusion about it.
If we look back at history, there have been many times when new innovations are vilified because pe...
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