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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 Feb 13, 2024
Tuesday Feb 13, 2024
Intro
Deborah CEO and Founder of Free Play. In the early days of Deborah's homeschooling Journey like most parents she felt that she could only develop her children's skills by buying the latest and greatest expensive toys and activities. And Because in the South African continent where financial resources are very limited due to the unemployment rates she needed to get creative. With time she began to realize that you could do educational activities in a budget friendly way and she wants to help and educate other parents in ways to develop their children's skills using quality resources and not spending a huge quantity of finances.
Top three takeaways
- You don't have to spend a lot of money to develop necessary cognitive skills in young children.
- Skills learnt in the early years are very important building blocks for more complex skills that kids will need later in life so it's important to lay a very good foundation.
- Developing and stimulating your child's learning doesn't have to be very complicated.
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 Feb 12, 2024
Monday Feb 12, 2024
Intro
Bethan Harding MBE is a school leadership expert, and was awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth II for her outstanding service to Education. She has been a primary Headteacher and a co-principal in a 3-18 school. As a primary Headteacher her school was the first in Wales to be awarded 15 out of 15 excellent judgements by inspectors.
Bethan is the co-founder and director of Winning With Numbers. Winning With Numbers is a place where your student can have access to a structured and systematic program…it’s like phonics for math!
This program builds the foundation that children need to achieve higher standards in the wider mathematics curriculum. The Winning With Numbers curriculum is simple to use it comes with 300 parts of comprehensive digital teaching. These are learning and training resources that can be used in school and at home.
Top three takeaways
- Children can thrive in a home-education environment because the social influences are not out of parent control in the same way as they are in traditional private and public schools. In a home-education environment parents can give design, coordinate and foster positive social interactions.
- Home-education is not the easy way out it can take over your life, especially in the early days if you try to go at alone.
- Bethan chose a digital resource so you can easily access high-quality curricula and resources, saving you time to work on the implementation of that curriculum. This curriculum has a journey with instruction, feedback and a resources that will support you as a parent, as well as your child.
Call to Action
They offer 20% off an annual subscription to Home School Advantaged listeners when you use the discount code: WinningWithHSA.
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 Feb 09, 2024
Friday Feb 09, 2024
Intro
Melody Gonzales Program Coordinator of Kallpachay. The idea behind Kallpachay took root when its founder and director, Miriam Epstein, observed the ease with which her group of preschool-age students were learning Spanish in an immersion setting.
Her Waldorf training emphasized the importance of an arts-based approach to primary-language education as well as the idea that children learn best through play and context-rich settings, and seeing this process unfold with a second language made it clear to her that the current model of second-language education was in need of an overhaul.
Her initial plan to contribute to this need was to start a Spanish immersion summer camp where an ideal synthesis of play and language learning could be realized.
Kallpachay has, from its inception, been nothing short of a labor of love. Her goal in starting this company was to provide children with enriching Spanish education experiences and honor their enthusiasm for life and learning.
Top three takeaways
- How many US presidents were homeschooled (Abraham Lincoln, George Washington, etc.), many scientist were homeschooled (Toma Edison and Alexander GrahamBell).
- How their program provides versatility to adapt to every type of classroom and every level of the student.
- How the children can learn Spanish not in the traditional method but in a very fun, engaging and enjoyable program.
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
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Intro
Carrie De Francisco She is the host of Coffee With Carrie Homeschool Podcast, author of Just Breathe (and Take a Sip of Coffee): Homeschool in Step with God, and conference speaker.
Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, She's now living, loving, and learning in Southern California with her husband, Mike, her two homeschool graduates, Francesca and Joseph, and her introverted dog, Jesse.
After twenty plus years of homeschooling, she is so grateful for the gift of laughter (and quiet times with her Bible and favorite cup of coffee). Saved by Jesus but fueled by coffee and helps moms homeschool one step at a time, one day at a time, and one cup of coffee at a time.
Top three takeaways
- Parents always think that they need an expert or a credentialed teacher to teach their child at home, parents should know that the day you become a mom, you also become a teacher.
- Homeschooling High School is doable and easy, it is fun and rewarding.
- If God is calling you to homeschooling, you CAN do it! Home education is an adventure full of blessings worth it!
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 Feb 06, 2024
Tuesday Feb 06, 2024
Intro
Ekiuwa Aire CEO of Our Ancestories, a born and Raised in Benin City Nigeria, this Nigerian-Canadian cultural connector is passionate about building a love and knowledge of African history and culture with all kids. She was initially motivated by a desire to teach her own children about their history. She noticed the lack of children’s books on true African history that was uplifting, encouraging and inspirational.
So Ekuiwa founded Our Ancestories and became a storyteller contributing to the preservation of African heritage and culture taking every opportunity she can to share her knowledge and journey with others in her books! These books are so positive, empowering, encouraging and informative listen to what people are saying
It’s rare to find stories set in ancient Africa, particularly those that are written by #ownvoices authors. (Aire grew up in Benin City.) Both the imaginative, fast-paced text and detailed illustrations will engage children with this 500 year old history.
This unique story lyrically fills an obvious hole in picture books, animating a powerful figure and showing children that they can achieve their dreams, literal or metaphorical, through perseverance.
Top three takeaways
- The gap in the market on African History children's books.
- How it is important for kids to learn about the Africa History through their books .
- And the importance to educate kids in a way that does not paint the world with a one sided view. Your kids will thank you for it.
Call to Action
PROMOTIONS: Use the code HSA15 to receive 15% off on your first order.
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 Feb 05, 2024
Monday Feb 05, 2024
Intro
Hagit Segal CEO of Mistake Club, Mistake and cute little plush doll that isn't very traditional looking and on purpose. Mistake is meant to represent that nothing is perfect and that in this we can find peace within ourselves to be ourselves. At Mistake Club, you can find powerful content for educators and parents. Hagit pours her passion and talents into Mistake Club to inspire children to love and embrace themselves for who they are.
Hagit began this journey with Mistake because she felt that there was too much focus on the academic success and not enough to develop confidence and character. When confidence and character are well developed then by default academic and many other successes will follow!
Hagit Segal’s background is as diverse as her lively mind. She was born and raised in Israel. She has a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and an MBA. Her educational journey includes studying in Israel, Denmark, Norway, the United States, and Germany.
She enjoys teaching children and adults about art, Israeli culture, and Hebrew. She homeschools her five-year-old daughter while running her own business.
Top three takeaways
- What a child learns in school for 8 hours, they can learn at home in 1-1.5 hours a day.
- You know your children better than any expert.
- Take the time to observe and listen to your children because their interests form early.
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 Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Intro
Yvonne Strachan CEO of Inspirational Homeschooling she felt like she was carving out a new path for her family when she started homeschooling. She didn’t have a computer, the internet, YouTube, or social media. She faced challenges with learning difficulties and worked through the struggles that come with chronic illness and a debilitating injury. Even though she felt unequipped before she started, she learned along the way. And through it all, her faith was strengthened. She grew a deep desire to inspire others, reassuring them that they can and will succeed in cultivating knowledgeable, compassionate, gifted, faith-filled individuals that will impact our world in a positive way.
Therefore, she wrote her book Inspirational Homeschooling. She has also written articles for organizations and magazines such as The Old Schoolhouse Magazine, Christian Home Educators of Colorado, Homeschool Update magazine and more. Yvonne devotes her time to consult with homeschooling families free of charge, speak at conventions and for homeschool groups, and developed a website (InspirationalHomeschooling.com) that equips parents with resources.
You can purchase the Inspirational Homeschooling book on Amazon, Walmart, and Barnes and Noble.com. You can also visit her website for free resources and to schedule a free 30 minute personalized homeschool consultation.
Top three takeaways
- Homeschool students gain confidence as they work through situations in a home setting because they are not confuse with conflicting beliefs and convictions from the home to a different school environment. Things like acceptance or negative influences or comments by jealous or demeaning kids don't worried them.
- The benefit of homeschooling is that we can pinpoint situations that cause our kids discomfort and encourage and teach them how to engage and relate in different settings.
- Most homeschool kids are not intimidated by adults and can work with and relate to children of all ages. They easily adapt to different age groups and settings because they are exposed to a wide array of situations from field trips, gatherings, extracurricular activities, and study areas throughout the year, rather than the same group of kids and setting five days each week.
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
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Thursday Feb 01, 2024
Intro
James Hamet Founder and Vice Chairman of LIT Conversations he focuses on people especially the youth to help them foster connections. James attests his success to the upbringing in NY where he was able to connect with those who were older than him in different industries than him creating a network that was able to inspire him. SO he created Lit Conversations because he realized that kids need connection now more than ever!
Top three takeaways
- Connections with the professionals and learning about their world helps students find motivation to be successful after school.
- How lit conversations can truly support and bolster homeschooling and can be an effective way to help students explore their passion areas.
- How Tweens and teens benefit from opportunities to talk to people who are in their desired career path to find inspiration and pursue their passions.
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