Fearlessly Different
Nadine Lauffer
Formerly the"How To Homeschool in High School" podcast!
Different name - Same mission
Welcome to Fearlessly Different, a podcast focused on encouraging families and students to choose the road less traveled when it comes to education! Hosted by a homeschool graduate, the podcast aims at encouraging a generation of fearless students to rise up, stand for truth, and chase a God-honoring education. To accomplish that goal we need to realize we are not alone and listen to the voices of our parents, educators, and peers, which will be showcased on this platform! I can’t wait to go on this journey with you and build this community around you! Let us together be strong and very courageous!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Fearlessly Different episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Fearlessly Different for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Fearlessly Different episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
A Teen's Perspective on Dual Enrollment
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03/04/24 • 41 min
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Dual enrollment is one of the greatest opportunities we have as homeschooled students, and it's about time we dedicate an entire episode to this experience! Today, join me as I dive deeply into the reasons why every homeschooler should try dual enrollment, the steps to get involved, and my best advice for dual enrolled students. As a dual enrolled student for 2 years now, I have a lot of stories of successes and failures that I hope will encourage and equip you to thrive as you and your family begin the journey into the college world.
Possible Online Colleges (tested and approved by friends of mine or myself):
Grove City College
Geneva College
Liberty University
Oral Roberts University
Grand Canyon University
Hillsdale College
Cedarville University
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Chasing Your Dreams Through Homeschooling | Homeschool Author Millie Florence
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10/14/23 • 47 min
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Have you ever dreamed of writing a book, starting a business, or pursuing any dream while still in high school? Through the wonderful opportunities presented through homeschooling it is possible to chase and reach for your dreams no matter how young you are. But often we are in need of role models and trailblazers to show us that these things are possible! One such homeschool graduate is Millie Florence! She is currently a full time author and has published three amazing novels (her first was published when she was only 13 years old!) Join us today as we discuss Millie's homeschooling journey, and how it has impacted her future, as well as advice for pursuing your dreams, celebrating your successes, and growing along the way! This is an episode filled with dreams and hopes and our wish is for you to leave encouraged to continue your own amazing homeschooling journey!
Find more information about Millie's new book HERE
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The Fear of Missing Out
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12/15/22 • 18 min
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The fear of missing out is real! If you have ever wondered if homeschoolers are really missing out on seemingly fundamental experiences in high school you are definitely not alone. This week on How to Homeschool in High School join me as I interview my sister Tessa, a current middle schooler, as we break down this common misconception. We discuss topics such as prom, sports, and graduation as well as others and she shares some of her greatest experiences as a homeschooler of seven years. Through this episode and more we hope to conquer the fear of missing out so there is nothing holding you back from the incredible experience of homeschooling.
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Building a Thriving High School Sports Experience | Nate Hartman & NCSAA
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07/23/24 • 57 min
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"Can you do high school sports as a homeschooler?"
That has got to be one of my most asked questions as a homeschooler - and the answer is not only can you do high school sports as a homeschooler, but you can THRIVE! That is true largely because of the work of amazing people like Coach Nate Hartman. Nate Hartman is one of the founding members of the athletics program we (my sister and I) have used for years and he is also the founder and director of the National Christian School Athletic Association (NCSAA) - an organization focused on providing athletic opportunities to Christian schools and homeschool sports teams across the country! In this episode we talk about what it takes to start a sports program, what it means to be a member school at NCSAA, and how to build a thriving high school sports experience as a homeschooler!
Connect with NCSAA through their website!
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How to Homeschool: 11th Grade | Roundtable
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07/20/23 • 52 min
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Welcome to the third episode in the How to Homeschool series! This series walks grade by grade through high school offering curriculum examples, experiences, advice, and so much more. Today Nadine is joined by two amazing guest and recent graduates of 11th grade, Hannah and Audrey. Together they discuss everything 11th grade, co-ops to dual- enrollment, and everything in between!
The heart behind these episodes is for listeners to leave with encouragement and inspiration for the upcoming school year. Just remember: there is no one way to homeschool. Your eleventh grade year may look completely different from what is discussed today, but that is simply the beauty and uniqueness of homeschooling on display!
Find Hannah at Gift of Grace Art
Find Audrey at Sunrise Hill Boutique
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Conquering Standardized Testing | Regina Gravrok & CLT
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06/21/24 • 64 min
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I get asked very frequently about how homeschoolers can prepare for and take standardized tests (especially SAT, ACT, and CLT) successfully. In todays episode featuring Regina Gravrok, the Homeschool Partnership Manager at the Classic Learning Test (CLT) and a homeschool graduate, we cover how homeschoolers can not only conquer college entry exams, but use them to make their college dreams a reality.
The Classic Learning Test is "hacking" the teach-for-the test method that dominates conventional schools today. There is no special book or curriculum to prepare for the test. You prepare by having a good education - one rooted in the ideas of traditional, classic education and one that focuses on the formation of the whole student: mind, body, and spirit. We discuss all of this in more detail throughout the interview!
Thank you to Regina Gravrok and the CLT for being a part of the podcast!
Resources Mentioned:
The Classic Learning Test
Information for Homeschool Families
Anchored - Official Podcast of the CLT
Hillsdale College
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American Heritage Girls, 4-H, and Earning the Stars and Stripes Award | Homeschool Student Elizabeth
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05/31/24 • 54 min
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The scouting organizations - American Heritage Girls (AHG) and Trail Life USA- have been major blessings to our homeschooling community for years! They provide a place to connect and serve our local community, develop leadership skills, and earn prestigious awards. Today, we get to talk all about AHG with Elizabeth, a recent recipient of the highest award in AHG's program - Stars and Stripes! We discuss her homeschooling journey and how it led her to organizations like American Heritage Girls and 4-H. We explore in depth how they have impacted her life and homeschooling experience.
This is not a conversation you will want to miss!
Resources Mentioned:
American Heritage Girls
Trail Life USA
4-H Clubs
Scratch Computer Coding
Code.org
EdX Computer Science Course
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Homeschooler asks Charlie Kirk a Question | Student Dylan Cruz
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05/19/24 • 44 min
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In November of 2023, a current homeschool student asked a question to Charlie Kirk, founder and director of Turning Point USA and conservative activist, at a TPUSA event and the video went viral on Instagram. As soon as I saw the clip, I knew I had to have this homeschooler on the podcast to share his story!
Today, join Dylan Cruz and me as we discuss his homeschooling experience as well as his involvement with TPUSA and PragerForce. He also shares a behind the scenes look into what it was like to talk with Charlie Kirk!
Watch Dylan and Charlie Kirk's conversation HERE
Resources Mentioned:
Turning Point USA
PragerU
Homeschool FEAST Athletics
Connect with Dylan through his YouTube Channel: @cruzader9734
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Life as a 16-year-old Homeschooler | Homeschool Influencer Naomi Elizabeth
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05/04/24 • 29 min
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On today's episode, I am joined by Naomi Elizabeth, a 16-year-old homeschooler passionate about sharing her homeschooling experience on Instagram and YouTube. She makes amazing content daily focused on encouraging the homeschooling community and breaking down the stereotypes that surround home education. We cover so many topics in this episode from band practice to best homeschooling advice. But overall, this is just a conversation between two longtime homeschoolers about the daily homeschool life and why we love the way we do school!
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First Steps to Homeschooling: Choosing Your Path
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01/26/23 • 30 min
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"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I—I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference." - Robert Frost
As homeschoolers, our destination is personal, purposeful, and powerful education, but the path we take to reach our goal is up to us. The time has come in your homeschooling journey to choose your path. Join Nadine in this episode as we explore the many different ways to homeschool in high school. But in the end, the best path for you is based on your skills, past experiences, goals, and interests. And remember, there is no "wrong” way to homeschool, but not everything is going to work for you. Sometimes you have to travel down the wrong road to know which one is right.
Resources mentioned:
Article on Cyber Schooling- usnews.com
"10 Options for Homeschooling Through High School..." - homeschoolcompass.com
Online Schooling:
The Potter's School - tps.org
Dive Interactive Education (Dr. Shormann) - diveintomath.com/shormann
Berean Builders (Dr. Wile) - bereanbuilders.com
Homeschool Spanish Academy - https://try.spanish.academy
Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
Co-ops:
Classical Conversations - classicalconversations.com
Book Curriculums:
Christianbook - christianbook.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does Fearlessly Different have?
Fearlessly Different currently has 50 episodes available.
What topics does Fearlessly Different cover?
The podcast is about Education For Kids, Homeschooling, Teen, Kids & Family, How To, Podcasts, Education and Homeschool.
What is the most popular episode on Fearlessly Different?
The episode title 'American Heritage Girls, 4-H, and Earning the Stars and Stripes Award | Homeschool Student Elizabeth' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Fearlessly Different?
The average episode length on Fearlessly Different is 36 minutes.
How often are episodes of Fearlessly Different released?
Episodes of Fearlessly Different are typically released every 9 days, 4 hours.
When was the first episode of Fearlessly Different?
The first episode of Fearlessly Different was released on Nov 9, 2022.
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