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The Homeschool Advantage is a podcast about reclaiming learning as a way of life.
Hosted by educator, author, and instructional leader Bex Buzzie, the show explores how families, teachers, and educational leaders can support meaningful learning—whether children are homeschooled, enrolled in public or charter schools, or navigating a blend of both.
Drawing from over two decades in education and recent work in educational leadership, Bex brings together voices from across the learning landscape, including homeschool families, classroom teachers, curriculum creators, microschools, co-ops, and education innovators.
This is not a podcast about choosing the “perfect” system.
It’s about partnership, posture, and presence.
Whether you’re a parent supporting learning at home, a teacher rethinking instruction, or an educator seeking deeper alignment between school and life, The Homeschool Advantage offers thoughtful conversations, practical insights, and a return to the basics of how learning actually happens.
Because homeschooling isn’t a location.
It’s a posture.
Episodes
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Tuesday Mar 12, 2024
Intro
Emma and Beth, CEO's and hosts of the peaceful homeschool podcast, These two homeschooling moms and longtime friends have raised their kids together in our homeschool community for the past 14 years are here to tell you that YOU can homeschool your kids. That YOU can have a peaceful relationship with them (most of the time). YOU can help your children to be successful and well-educated. YOU can give them the individual attention that they need and YOU can tailor their education to fit them.
They are here to help families to feel inspired to homeschool, to stay the course and to feel more confident in their choice. It doesn't need to be difficult if you have right the tools and mindset needed the journey will be sweet!
Top three takeaways
- They want parents to understand that homeschooling at its best is a lifestyle of learning. It doesn't have to be public school at home.
- If we keep the mindset that our goal is loving learning rather than checking the boxes it creates a totally different environment, prevents boredom and burnout and creates lifetime learners that can self-teach.
- Homeschooling can be so much fun for the entire family if it is approached with flexibility and the mindset of learning over rigid academics
Call to Action
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Monday Mar 11, 2024
Intro
Erika Sagert is one of the teachers of the Hope Learning Center. Erika knew from a very young age that she wanted to be a teacher. Her grandmother and mother were both teachers and being able to realize this dream from such an early age has been nothing but a blessing in her life." Erika took a hiatus from teaching to raise her four children and once her oldest grew to school age, it was a natural transition to begin homeschooling.
For many of those homeschooling years, Erika taught classes in different locations and in 2015 Erika partnered with Kathleen Baker at Hope Learning Center. Here she began teaching elementary science, history, and high school English. Eventually she signed on with Academy Northwest© and became a teacher consultant. Erika has a passion for teaching students to be excellent, solid thinkers who are grounded in a Christian worldview. She firmly believes it is her job to guide students as they pursue their dreams and God-given abilities, all while fostering a lifelong love of learning."
Top three takeaways
- No two homeschooling experiences are the same.
- Each child has different needs. Parents need to consider the needs of each of their children.
- How they design their courses to fit the gifted students and offer one-on-one tutoring and accommodations for the challenges students may face.
Call to Action
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Intro
Samuel Young, MEd and Director of Young Scholars Academy. Samuel is a growth-minded, two-time Fulbright Scholar. Samuel is a neurodivergent educator who has ADHD. As an ADHD learner, he has a tremendous understanding of, experience in, and respect for all things related to neurodiverse education.
Young Scholars Academy is a virtual enrichment program for neurodivergent students that offers strength-based, interest-focused enrichment courses so that students can build meaningful relationships and connections around their unique interests. Samuel has been featured in the documentary 2e2: Teaching the Twice Exceptional, the textbook Understanding The Social and Emotional Lives of Gifted students, 2nd Ed., Variations Magazines, 2e News and other publications.
Top three takeaways
- That with the right supports, and in the right environments, students can and will thrive
- Homeschooling is arguably more aligned with the modern work space than public school is.
- If you dream of your child being surrounded by friends, in a caring community, and comfortable in her/his own skin then Young Scholars academy is what you are looking for!
Call to Action
Young Scholars Academy Website
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Thursday Mar 07, 2024
Intro
Samantha Walker Founder of Ms. Samantha Tutoring is a credentialed teacher, and was tired of working in the classroom. When she became pregnant, she began tutoring again, so she could stay at home with her son, she fell in love with tutoring all over again! Samantha also saw what a great need there was for the extra help! She became so busy with clients that she began to offer educational consultations helping parents navigate the educational system by find resources for formal diagnosis parents were wondering if their child may have a learning difference as well as tips and tricks to use at home and in the classroom.
Top three takeaways
- Even if you feel your child has gotten behind grade level or you are struggling to help them, don't give up! There is help available!
- Your homeschool program has tutors available, and there are private tutors like Ms. Samantha! I'm a credentialed teacher with lots of experience and expertise!
- How she loves pointing parents in the right direction of testing, resources and tips.
Call to Action
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Intro
Tiffany Wasson is a Speaker, Photographer and Author of "Running Mascara" and "I Quit! Confessions of an Imperfect Homeschool Mom" She homeschools 2 energetic boys for 6 years now. Knowing how hard it can be she also understands how easy it can be to want to quit. But when God calls you to it He will equip you through it!
Now her desire is to encourage other families to take the leap and homeschool. Tiffany wrote "I Quit! Confessions of an Imperfect Homeschool Mom" to help you step into this journey, and stay the course even when you want to pull your hair out!! In her book she shares how when you start seeing your children have AHA moments or start to produce fruit from the seeds you have planted, it is so worth it.
Top three takeaways
- Homeschool isn't this prison where everything has to be ridged and stressful. Homeschool can be a place of rest, peace, and freedom.
- Homeschool doesn't have to be this big scary monster, but it can be a place of fun, freedom, and family.
- Most of the time, our children tend to overcommunicate in public and have to reign it in from time to time. Homeschooling does not equal children who lack social skills.
Call to Action
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Monday Mar 04, 2024
Intro
Giovanna Cavaretta CEO of Get Homeschool Coaching, she is a veteran homeschool mom of 3 with over 20 years of experience in the homeschooling arena. She has a passion to come alongside and lock arms with homeschool parents to help them fulfill a hugely significant and influential role as a home educator.
Giovanna owes much of what she knows to other veteran moms who kindly were there for her as she was walking through her homeschool journey. So she is paying it forward by bringing clarity and encouragement letting them know they can do this! She has become very familiar with the parent and child needs and dynamics giving her the insight needed to help parents find the best resources to help their kids learn and love learning.
Top three takeaways
- Homeschool kids have the blessing of extra time to pursue their interest and develop a strong family relationships while learning.
- How she wants to see parents become fully equipped to fulfill their calling.
- How get homeschool coaching will provide hope, direction and practical advice on homeschooling your kids.
Call to Action
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Intro
Dr. Adrian Gonzalez Founder of Lola Durez STEM MysteriesThis book series for teens and tweens is designed to raise awareness of the physical and chemical world around them, and the direct connections they have to it. Presented in a fictional story format, concepts that seem boring and irrelevant to young readers are presented in the familiar context of a fictional teenager's life. More topics and themes can be presented in this format than there are elements in the periodic table!
The book series isn't a replacement for traditional science/math textbooks. Rather, it's a fun and engaging complement to traditional learning experiences.
Top three takeaways
- Homeschooling beats public education hands-down. The one-on-one, or few-on-one, learning attention allows you to get so much more done in a given time period than a public school teacher with a room full of rowdy kids.
- There's lots of help and connections for the homeschooling community.
- The homeschooling network is vast and growing.
Call to Action
Lola Derez STEM Mysteries Website
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Thursday Feb 29, 2024
Intro
Amanda Kinnear Founder of Amanda's Music Lessons. Amanda Kinnear is a versatile performer and educator in the Southern Alberta area. She completed her Bachelor of Music with Distinction in 2010 at the University of Victoria. While in Victoria, she studied with Patricia Kostek and became involved with different ensembles including the University Wind Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, as well as various community ensembles such as the Greater Victoria Youth Orchestra, The Dynamic Trio and Quintet Vivo. Throughout her studies, Amanda pursued Performance and Education, and began her teaching studio in 2008. Since finishing her degree, Amanda has continued to teach and perform around the world bringing real world experience to her students.
Top three takeaways
- Parents do have resources, opportunities, and lots of support! They're NOT alone in the quest of home education!
- Children with ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia have high motivation and usually learn very quickly if taught in a way that they can understand and relate to.
- Homeschooling is really not as overwhelming and impossible as some might think.
Call to Action
Amanda's Music Lessons Website
What is Next!
Thank you for supporting this show by listening and sharing with friends! If you like this podcast please rate and write a review of how this show has impacted or helped you!
Great ratings will accelerate the show's visibility to the nation so others can learn more about homeschool and find quality curriculum and the potentially join the homeschool community thus change the face of education forever!!
Who would have thought that we could change the education world with a click and a share!
Also if you would like to hear more about any specific educational topic please email me at realedtalk@gmail.com I would love to support your families educational needs in all areas!!
Bex Buzzie
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast