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The Mystery of History

The Mystery of History

Linda Lacour Hobar

Have you ever felt defeated in your homeschool journey? Have you ever felt overwhelmed by subjects you don't know? Most of us have! That's why we created The Mystery of History Podcast, with the author, Linda Lacour Hobar. Whether you’ve been homeschooling for decades or are just getting started, this podcast will give you direction, encouragement, and inspiration for home education and world history from a biblical worldview. Tune in today! www.TheMysteryofHistory.com
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Mystery of History episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Mystery of History 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 The Mystery of History episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Mystery of History - Episode 62 – Immanuel—God with Us!
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12/11/24 • 7 min

The older I get, the harder it seems to get Christmas right. It’s “complicated” to sort through all the moving parts and expectations of others. While I can’t manage it well, or just won’t, I can at any given time pause to remember what this sacred season is all about. Join me, the author of The Mystery of History, for a short reflection on Immanuel, which means “God with us.”
I also have a historical re-enactment video of myself dressed up like Cleopatra—because she has an interesting connection to Bethlehem! I won't give it away here, but you can watch through the YouTube link provided below.
https://youtu.be/aHpjbA30az4

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The Mystery of History - Episode 53—Salvaging Summer!

Episode 53—Salvaging Summer!

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06/19/24 • 11 min

Do you struggle with your summer to-do list? Do the weeks of summer slip away too fast? Are the kids restless while you’re overwhelmed? I understand. Summer can be fun and frustrating all at the same time. Join me (Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History) for “Salvaging Summer” — a podcast on how to carve out some productive days for Mom and memory-filled days for the kids.

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The Mystery of History - Episode 59—Poisonous Politics! (Part 2)
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10/11/24 • 33 min

As the well-known adage goes, those who don’t learn from history will repeat it! I agree. And so, with the U.S. soon marching off to the polls, I thought this a good time to examine “Poisonous Politics” found in socialism, communism, and Marxism. Join me, Linda Lacour Hobar (author of The Mystery of History), for a biblical and historical look at relevant issues facing Americans today. Covering Vladimir Lenin up to present time, this is Part 2 of 2 and suitable for mature students. (If you missed Part 1, you can access it here.)

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The Mystery of History - Episode 26—The Christmas Truce of WWI
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12/14/22 • 10 min

Need some Christmas inspiration? Consider the World War I Christmas Truce—when the soldiers laid down their arms, sang Christmas carols in two languages, and welcomed the Prince of Peace into the trenches of the Western Front! Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, for this miracle of Christmas through a narrated excerpt from her fourth volume. (Appropriate for students!)

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The Mystery of History - Episode 21—Making a Beautiful Homeschool
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09/07/22 • 17 min

Your plate is full. You don’t need more to do. But if you homeschool, and occasionally ache for beauty, you may want to join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, as she explores the source of beauty, the significance of beauty, and a few tips on how to spread beauty in your homeschool. (Spoiler alert: Beauty is an attribute of God and so we sense a great need for it!)

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The Mystery of History - Episode 45—“Good King Wenceslas”
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12/20/23 • 10 min

You may know the tender Christmas carol titled “Good King Wenceslas.” But you may not know the tragedy behind this true medieval story! Join me this Christmas season for an audio narration of “Good King Wenceslas” from The Mystery of History Volume II, to learn this story of faith and forgiveness from the Middle Ages.
For your copy of The Mystery of History Volume II, click here: https://themysteryofhistory.com/product/volume-2-student-reader-and-companion-guide/

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The Mystery of History - Episode 30—Kids and Cuss Words!

Episode 30—Kids and Cuss Words!

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02/23/23 • 29 min

Home educated children are not immune to hearing bad words—and repeating them. Profanity is everywhere and in every culture around the world! How then do we deal with kids and cuss words? Opinions will vary, but you can join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History and veteran homeschool mom, for a proactive strategy that may help. As a gift to your children, address this issue ahead of time—with God’s Word as a guide. (Don’t miss Linda’s free printable template to use with your children.)

Get your printable template under our Workshop tab:
https://themysteryofhistory.com/product/free-kids-and-cuss-words-pdf/

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Do you need incentive to get you through the next semester of home education? Do you need reassurance that this movement is doing well? Do you need encouragement through a good report card? We hope the answer is yes—because we have an assessment sure to make you smile. Join Linda Lacour Hobar and her guest Tara Bentley (Executive Director of IAHE) for “Home Education: An Encouraging Midterm Report Card.” (Spoiler Alert: You’ll be proud of these grades!)

Participate in a new study here!
https://homeschoolfreedom.com/study

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The Mystery of History - Episode 13—To Grade or Not To Grade? (Part 1)
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05/13/22 • 40 min

Shaped by our personality types, grades have the power to motivate some and the propensity to destroy others! So, how do you decide when to grade or not to grade—in a homeschool setting? Join Linda Lacour Hobar, author of The Mystery of History, and a veteran homeschool mom, for varying theories on grade keeping; tips for grading numerous subjects; and practical ideas for managing grades and counting credits when needed. With Linda’s “real life” stories of her own children (a.k.a. the cat, the monkey, and the golden retriever), this session is designed to encourage both new and experienced homeschool parents.

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The Mystery of History - Episode 54—The Mystery of Science!
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07/03/24 • 23 min

Have you heard? Our publisher, Bright Ideas Press, has just released The Mystery of Science! We are so excited to see this new addition to the Bright Ideas family. Designed for 4th-8th grade, the first book in the series, Biology, is available now and will soon be followed by physics, chemistry, and more! Join me today for an introduction to The Mystery of Science and a personal interview with the author (and my good friend) Karri Iverson. To get your copy of The Mystery of Science: Biology, please visit Karri’s website: www.TheMysteryofScience.com

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How many episodes does The Mystery of History have?

The Mystery of History currently has 62 episodes available.

What topics does The Mystery of History cover?

The podcast is about Christianity, Homeschooling, Parenting, Religion & Spirituality, Family, Podcasts, Education and Homeschool.

What is the most popular episode on The Mystery of History?

The episode title 'Episode 30—Kids and Cuss Words!' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Mystery of History?

The average episode length on The Mystery of History is 25 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Mystery of History released?

Episodes of The Mystery of History are typically released every 14 days, 3 hours.

When was the first episode of The Mystery of History?

The first episode of The Mystery of History was released on Oct 15, 2021.

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