• Twice Exceptional Children and Resources for You to Use with Natalie Bjornstad
    Jul 27 2026

    "Twice-exceptional students (also known as 2e children or students) are among the most under-identified and underserved population in schools.' But in homeschooling, you can learn to tailor education for each one of your children. Natalie Bjornstad is a counselor and Thrive Communities mom, and she joins our summer podcast host, Rochelle Laskey, sharing her love for homeschooling and resources available for 2E children. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
  • Roadschooling with Brynn Boyd
    Jul 13 2026

    What is 'roadschooling'? Brynn Boyd and her family have traveled across America, taking education on the road. Listen to her story with our summer host, Rochelle Laskey. You'll be encouraged to know that you can go on the road and learn as you visit historic landmarks, museums, libraries, meeting amazing people along the way. For more information go to learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    36 mins
  • Worldschool Hubs and Adventures with Carla Tappen
    Jun 29 2026

    Have you ever thought about worldschooling? Carla Tappen has taken homeschool education on the road and talks about homeschool and worldschool hubs you can be part of. Carla and her family are part of Thrive and have insights on how you can see the world and manage homeschooling and being part of Thrive Communities. Listen to her encouraging story as she talks with our summer host, Rochelle Laskey, and how she was among nomads in Morocco! For more information go to learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    28 mins
  • Loving Homeschooling and the Thrive Vibe with Dana Guagliardo
    Jun 22 2026

    Are you considering homeschooling or are you loving it if you do? Dana Guagliardo sits down with Sophia Dastrup and shares how her family decided to homeschool, what she loves the most about it, and the 'Thrive Vibe.' Hear her story of how the flexibility to set your own schedule works for her and her kids, how she started teaching at Thrive Communities and can travel, taking education on the road.

    Enjoy this conversation, plus a bonus from a Thrive Communities tour.

    For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
  • Making Worldschooling and Homeschooling Work for Your Family with Jona and Michelle Weinhofen
    Jun 15 2026

    In this episode, hear the inspiring story of a husband and wife who reimagined education by making homeschooling and worldschooling a natural part of family life. Through intentional travel, shared experiences, and embracing different cultures, they created a learning environment far beyond traditional classrooms. From navigating new languages and customs to turning everyday moments into opportunities for growth, they discovered how intercultural experiences helped their family build practical skills, deepen curiosity, strengthen relationships, and develop a broader understanding of the world. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about flexibility, family partnership, and raising lifelong learners through adventure and meaningful connection. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    21 mins
  • Abbye Harms Shares Her Family's Homeschool Journey
    Jun 8 2026

    In this heartfelt episode, a Abbye Harms opens up about her personal homeschooling journey, sharing the lessons, challenges, and rewarding moments that shaped her family’s educational path. From creating a flexible learning environment to building stronger family connections and nurturing her children’s unique strengths, she offers honest insights into the many benefits of homeschooling. Whether you’re considering homeschooling for the first time, already on the journey, or simply curious about alternative education, this inspiring conversation provides encouragement, practical wisdom, and a refreshing perspective on learning beyond the traditional classroom. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
  • Balancing Busy Mom Life While Homeschooling with Allison Foulk
    Jun 1 2026

    In this episode, Allison Foulk of Thrive Communities opens up about her personal journey through homeschooling while balancing the demands of work, family, and everyday life. Allison shares the challenges and rewards of becoming both a parent educator and a professional leader, offering honest insight into how she navigated teaching her children while continuing to grow Thrive and manage countless other responsibilities. Through heartfelt stories and practical wisdom, this conversation explores resilience, time management, purpose-driven parenting, and the reality of trying to “do it all” while staying grounded in what matters most. For more information go to www.learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    28 mins
  • Encouraging Parents on How to Homeschool with Leetha Ross
    May 25 2026

    In this heartwarming conversation Sophia Dastrup has a conversation with Leetha Ross. Leetha is the program lead for the Queen Creek, AZ Thrive Communities program. She shares her decision to homeschool her family, how she encourages parents to homeschool and her love for Thrive Communities. For more information go to learnatthrive.com

    Show More Show Less
    25 mins