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Brave Writer
The Brave Writer podcast is a big juicy conversation about how to bring learning to life for your kids! Julie Bogart and guests talk about how parents and children are partners in the learning adventure, especially when approaching the daunting task of writing. Brave Writer appeals to homeschoolers,...
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308. Julie’s Brief History of Homeschooling
Julie takes us on a sweeping journey through the history of homeschooling, weaving together her own story with the larger movement that reshaped educa...
307. Italy, Literature, and Learning Connections
Julie is back from her two-week trip to Italy (with a quick stop in Copenhagen!) and brings stories that weave together travel, literature, and layere...
306. Challenge Accepted: An Interview With Chris Balme
One of the major perks of homeschooling is that the middle-school years can be about adventure instead of awkwardness. In this episode, Melissa chats...
305. Can Screens Benefit the Whole Family? with Ash Brandin
Do you ever catch yourself treating screens like contraband—tolerated in tiny doses, never to be openly celebrated? Ash Brandin, author of Power On: M...
304. Teens and Books: A Deep Dive With Dawn Smith
Do you ever wonder how to keep teens reading—joyfully, deeply, and on their own terms? In this conversation with Brave Writer Director of Publishing D...
303. Introducing Monday Morning Meetings: a Brave Writer Podcast for Kids
Do you ever wish your homeschool week started with momentum instead of Monday drag? We’ve found that small, doable invitations right at the start of t...
302. A Former Teacher’s Take on Homeschooling with Meredith Reyes
Have you ever wondered why a classroom teacher who loved her job would leave it all behind to homeschool? That’s the story of Meredith Reyes, known as...
301. A Gentle Rollout to Your Homeschool Year
One of the best parts of homeschooling is the freedom to start the year in a way that works for your family. Instead of overwhelming everyone with a f...
300. The 300th Episode (our best homeschool advice!)
Homeschooling isn’t about perfection—it’s about connection, curiosity, and adapting to your family’s needs. In this episode, we revisit three core pri...
299. Would You Let a Chatbot Homeschool Your Child?
Do you ever wonder what’s at stake when we hand over our children’s education to automation and AI? In this episode, we explore how the rise of influe...
298. Wise Effort with Diana Hill
Have you ever felt exhausted from giving your all, yet still worried you aren’t doing enough? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Diana Hill, clinica...
297. Chronicle Your Homeschool Adventure
Do you ever find yourself wondering what you’ve truly accomplished in your homeschool? Chronicling—through blogs, scatterbooks, journals, quick notes,...
296. Bad Writing Assignments
Do you ever wonder if the writing assignments your child receives are actually supporting their growth—or just making writing feel like a chore? In th...
295. Brave Writer Lifestyles of the Educationally Rich
Do you ever wonder how to create a homeschool life that feels rich and connected, rather than just checking off boxes? In this episode, we explore the...
294. Make Grammar, Punctuation, and Spelling Stick—with Books!
Do you ever wonder why some learning experiences “stick” while others fade away? In this episode, we explore how grammar, punctuation, and spelling ca...
293. Julie Changes Her Mind About AI
Do we still need human storytellers in an age where technology can generate stories and essays with a click? This episode explores why nothing can rep...
292. Homeschool Launchpad: Legal Essentials, Curriculum Choices, and Creating a Learning Space
Starting to homeschool can feel overwhelming, but it’s all about creating a learning environment that sparks curiosity and builds strong family relati...
291. Big Excitement Over Booklists
There’s something special about the way a great book can bring families together. At Brave Writer, we spend months curating our Dart, Arrow, and Boome...
290. Beyond the Classroom: Embracing the Unique Journey of Homeschooling
Do you ever wonder what makes homeschooling truly different from traditional school? In this episode, we explore the real meaning of “home” in home ed...
289. A Round Table with Katie Doughty about Julie’s New Book
Do your kids say they hate writing? You're not alone—and they're probably not telling the whole story. In this episode, we’re excited to share Katie D...
288. Opening Pandora’s Box: Social Media, Publishing, and Facebook
Do you ever wonder why publishing feels harder than ever—even for talented writers? In this episode, we unpack the shifting realities of the publishin...
287. Interesting Conversation with Julie and Melissa
Sometimes, the most meaningful conversations aren’t planned—they unfold.
In this week’s episode, we drop in on an unscripted, delightful catch-u...
286. A Deep Dive With Sharon McMahon
How do we prepare our children to think critically in an age of overwhelming information, bias, and quick judgments? In today’s Brave Writer episode,...
285. Poetry All Year Long
Do you ever wonder why poetry feels like a balm for the soul—especially when life gets hard?
In this episode, we read aloud a collection of favo...
284. Eating in Color with Jennifer Anderson
Feeding kids has become a high-stakes game, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we explore responsive feeding, joyful food marketing, and how...
283. Exploring the Relationship between Kids and Tech
Do you feel overwhelmed navigating screens, gaming, and tech in your home? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore how to shift from blame to cu...
282. Help! What if you hate teaching writing?
Do your kids hate writing? You're not alone. In this episode, we explore why so many children (and adults) feel blocked when it comes to writing—and w...
281. Deep Meaning = Depth Learning
Do you ever wonder why some lessons stick and others fade away? In this episode, we explore the concept of deep meaning—the essential ingredient behin...
280. Why We’re FIRED UP About Shannon Watts
This week, we're re-airing our fantastic conversation with Shannon Watts, founder of Moms Demand Action, where we discuss her inspiring new book Fired...
279. Finally: Not Boring History with Emily Glankler
Do you remember history class as a list of dates and names to memorize? What if we told you there’s a better way to approach it—one that sparks curios...
278. Comics Make You Smart!
Many parents think comics and graphic novels are just a fun diversion, but they are actually a powerful tool for learning. In this episode, we explore...
277. Soul School with Amber O'Neal Johnston
How much do you love a great book list? The kind that introduces you to stories you never knew you needed? That’s exactly what Amber O’Neal Johnston h...
276. Freedom from Shame with Parenting Coach Crystal Haitsma
How does shame shape the way we parent?
In this episode, we sit down with life coach and homeschooling parent Crystal Haitsma to explore how sha...
275. The Delights of Deep Reading
Once upon a time, getting lost in a book was second nature. But in today's fast-paced, screen-filled world, deep reading has become a struggle—not jus...
274. The Value of One-on-One Time
Homeschooling can feel overwhelming, especially when managing multiple children. One of the most powerful ways to revitalize learning and relationship...
273. Announcing Julie's New Book
Writing is often framed as an external obligation in schools, but we believe it’s much more than that. Writing is an act of self-expression—a way to e...
272. Playing Big with Tara Mohr (Part 2)
Welcome back for Part 2 of our conversation with Tara Mohr, homeschooling mom and expert on women’s leadership.
We discuss teaching kids to not...
271. Playing Big with Tara Mohr (Part 1)
What is it that holds women back when it comes to taking risks or living authentically? How can we raise our daughters so they don’t have to struggle...
270. Celebrating Karen O’Connor
On New Year's Day, Julie's beloved mother, Karen O'Connor, passed away at the age of 86. Karen was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many wi...
269. 25th Anniversary Celebration, Part 2!
Welcome back for the second half of our walk down Brave Writer memory lane!
Julie regales us with never-told-before stories about the ups and do...