Best New Degree Press Podcasts (2025)

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A former public school teacher launches a new Mississippi microschool 41:13

1d ago41:13

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Nefertiti Harris is a former public school teacher, mom of five, and founder of Empowered Prep Academy, a microschool located in Jackson, Mississippi for students in grades 3-12 who desire a flexible and more individualized learning environment. As a certified special education teacher, Nefertiti focuses specifically on helping dyslexic students an…

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Encouraging new educational models in New Hampshire 38:03

5d ago38:03

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Today's guest is Jody Underwood, the founder and president of EdOpt, a platform offering information, support, and connections to New Hampshire families who want to explore their education options. Jody has spent most of her professional life involved in education, including getting a Ph.D. in science and technology education to complement her Mast…

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162 | Big Announcements: Why “Write Copy that Connects” Is Pressing Pause. But Still Here to Serve You! 11:00

6d ago11:00

11:00

Curious about what’s happening with the Write Copy that Connects podcast? In this episode, I’m getting real with you about some big changes in my business—yep, I’m pressing pause on the podcast (for now!) as I dive into working with teams and helping them level up their communication and collaboration. But don’t stress, all 160+ past episodes are s…

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What’s Behind the Tax Revolt? with Arjun Singh 57:27

6d ago57:27

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Tax policy has been a core part of the Republican party. A central feature within the GOP, particularly since Reagan, has been cutting taxes for corporations and some of the wealthiest Americans. President Trump, breaking away from traditional party orthodoxy, recently raised the idea of increasing taxes on some of the country’s richest. Our guest …

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Exploring alternatives to college 37:58

9d ago37:58

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My guest today is Connor Boyack, founder of the Libertas Network, prolific author, creator of the wildly popular Tuttle Twins book series, and now the new president of Praxis, the decade-old apprenticeship preparation and placement program that the Libertas Network recently acquired. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly e-newsletter on education en…

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Who needs college and who doesn’t, with author Kathleen deLaski 45:49

12d ago45:49

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Today's guest is Kathleen deLaski, author of the thought-provoking new book: Who Needs College Anymore? Imagining A Future Where Degrees Won’t Matter. Kathleen spent 20 years as a journalist, including time as an ABC News White House correspondent. In the second half of her career, she has focused on education reform, cofounding or founding several…

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How Project 2025 is Reshaping America with David Graham 53:55

13d ago53:55

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We got a pretty clear heads up about what Trump 2.0 could portend for so many facets of American life. The Mandate for Leadership, also known as Project 2025, is perhaps the clearest compilation of goals for Trump’s second term. Now that 100 days have passed of the second Trump administration, we thought it would be a good time to see where things …

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A former public school teacher shares why she launched a Virginia microschool 38:30

16d ago38:30

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Today's guest is Crystal Goins, a mom of 5 and founder of Heartwise Scholars Microschool in Chesapeake, Virginia. A public school teacher for over 13 years, Crystal joined the Kaipod Catalyst microschool accelerator program to help get her microschool off the ground, and opened her microschool last August. She shares insights and information for pa…

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Since 2013, the Agile Learning Centers (ALC) network has been a leader in self-directed education 47:26

19d ago47:26

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My guest today is Tomis Parker, cofounder of the Agile Learning Centers (ALC) network that launched more than a decade ago. Since 2014, Tomis has led business operations at ALC Mosaic in Charlotte, North Carolina, and he recently founded a new project called Prism, which is a web application designed to make it easier to document and communicate th…

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Protests, Political Violence and Its Alternatives with Erica Chenoweth 57:59

20d ago57:59

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You’ve probably seen footage or photos of people protesting the Trump regime. Some data suggests that the volume of protestors is higher than in Trump’s first term. But at the same time, you might be wondering if we’re seeing enough civil resistance to preserve American democracy. Our guest this week is one of the authors of a study that found that…

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How two homeschool moms created a North Carolina microschool 41:55

23d ago41:55

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Today's guests are Laura Greene and Angela Ruth, cofounders of Harmony Homeschool Academy, a secular homeschool hybrid solution for middle and high school students in the greater Raleigh-Durham-Cary, North Carolina area. Laura is a licensed psychologist with a background in school psychology. She is also a homeschool parent. Angela is also a homesc…

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The enduring popularity of homeschooling among US military families 49:09

26d ago49:09

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Natalie Mack is a homeschooling mom of 5 children who has been serving military homeschooling families for more than two decades. Her husband is a US Navy chaplain who recently retired after 34 years of service. Through her business, Natalie Mack LLC, she offers consultations to homeschoolers. She is also the founder of the nonprofit Military Homes…

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161 | Getting Out of Your Head to Clarify Your Business Message & Attract the Right Audience 12:24

27d ago12:24

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Ever wonder if the message you’re putting out there actually lines up with what you intend to say? Or maybe you’re struggling to make sure your tone, words, and body language all match up with your true purpose? In this episode of Write Copy that Connects, I’m sharing the aha moments I had after speaking with a local nonprofit—and how even I came t…

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“Trump Is Not a King” with NY Attorney General Letitia James 54:39

27d ago54:39

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A good amount of institutions have capitulated and complied in recent months with many of the Trump administration’s actions that far overstep executive authority. At the same time, we’ve seen a few places where there has been opposition and resistance to tactics employed by the Trump 2.0 regime. Some of the most pushback has come from democratical…

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A retired education entrepreneur shares tips for new school founders 52:07

30d ago52:07

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David Jackson is an entrepreneur and longtime executive director and president and CEO of Fairmont Schools, a large, secular private school located in Orange County, California serving students in preschool through 12th grade. Fairmont was founded in 1953 by Kenneth Holt, David’s stepfather, and then David joined the school in a leadership role in …

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A Florida farm-based, faith-filled Acton Academy 35:10

1M ago35:10

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Today's guest is Michael Bonifacio, the founder of Acton Academy Estero in Fort Myers, Florida. Part of the global Acton Academy network of learner-driven schools, Acton Academy Estero operates on a 32-acre working farm. It opened in January 2024 with 9 learners, and today has over 40—with more than 60 students projected for this fall. *** Sign up …

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‘America, América' with Greg Grandin 57:57

1M ago57:57

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The United States is pretty intertwined with Latin America. So why has it historically been seen as more of a European outpost as opposed to a nation in the Western hemisphere that is part of the broader Americas? Our guest this week points out that there are other ways to understand the history and identity of the U.S., aside from the narrative th…

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Homeschooling To College: Two Seniors Talk About Which College to Attend 56:20

1M ago56:20

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In the final episode of our 4-part series on Homeschooling To College, Kym Kent and I are joined by our two homeschooled high school seniors as they reflect on their homeschooling experience, what the college admissions process has been like, and how they are narrowing down their many college acceptances to choose the one that is right for them by …

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Why a homeschooling mom in Washington, DC created Kids & Culture Camp 35:06

1M ago35:06

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Today’s guest is Jania Otey, a homeschooling mom and founder of Kids and Culture Camp, an educational enrichment program for homeschoolers and conventionally-schooled children located in Washington, DC. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly LiberatED e-newsletter on education trends and entrepreneurial stories at fee.org/liberated.…

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‘Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza’ with Peter Beinart 55:05

1M ago55:05

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We’re now a year and a half into the war in Gaza. Our guest this week has spent a lot of time thinking and writing about all that has unfolded. Peter Beinart is the author of numerous books including his latest, “Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: A Reckoning” and writes “The Beinart Notebook” on Substack. He’s also an MSNBC analyst and th…

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An online learning community for self-directed teens 35:24

1M ago35:24

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Today's guest is Terry Travers, the founder and director of Astrolabe Academy, a unique high school experience and teen community that supports self-directed learners on their individual learning journeys. Terry has a background in communication design, ocean science, and sustainable farming. Passionate about alternative education, she began homesc…

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160 | Permission to Pivot: Embrace Change in Your Course Platform & Business Strategy 12:57

2M ago12:57

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Feeling stuck with your platform decisions? Unsure if you're really allowed to change your course pricing or platform? In this episode of Write Copy That Connects, I dive into the freedom that you have the permission to pivot, my friend! I share insights from a conversation with my students about the freedom to switch platforms and make changes in …

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What is "school choice"? 36:36

2M ago36:36

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Today's guest is Colleen Hroncich, a policy analyst with the Cato Institute's Center for Educational Freedom. She maintains the Private Schooling Status Tracker, which tracks private school openings and permanent closures along with tuition and demographic information when available. Each week in the Friday Feature blog series, Colleen shares inter…

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How Process is Killing Progress with Ezra Klein 1:11:08

2M ago1:11:08

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Why has America's 20th century vision of innovation and opportunity transformed into a stagnant and stunted dystopian reality? Our guest this week claims that “the crisis that’s clicking into focus now has been building for decades” and it’s all because we haven’t been following building enough. Ezra Klein is host of The Ezra Klein Show podcast, a …

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Homeschooling To College: Insights from a College Admissions Counselor 55:49

2M ago55:49

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In part 3 of our 4-part series on Homeschooling To College, Kym Kent and I talk to Rebecca Stuart-Orlowski, an independent college admissions counselor based in Southern California who helps students and families navigate the college admissions process. A former public school teacher, Rebecca homeschooled for 25 years, sending her own three childre…

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Our 300th episode! Celebrating founders & families 4:45

2M ago4:45

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Welcome to the 300th episode of the LiberatED Podcast! That’s hundreds of conversations, stories, and insights all centered around one core mission: reimagining education and helping families, educators, and innovators discover what’s possible beyond the conventional classroom. Check out Kerry's forthcoming book: Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedo…

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Why ‘Everything is Tuberculosis’ with John Green 55:06

2M ago55:06

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Tuberculosis is the deadliest infectious disease in the world. Why does something that’s curable still kill millions every year? And what does this illustrate about global health disparities? John Green is the author of “Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection.” Green is also the co-creator of Vlog brother…

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The Growth and Impact of Sudbury-Model Schools & Spaces 28:34

2M ago28:34

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Today's guest is Ben Draper, Executive Director of the Macomber Center, a self-directed education center for homeschoolers in Massachusetts. Ben is a graduate of the Sudbury Valley School, where he spent most of his childhood and adolescence before attending college at Tufts University and later earning a studio art degree from the Boston Museum Sc…

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Yeshiva University's Inexcusable Surrender 8:17

2M ago8:17

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On March 20, Yeshiva University caved and will now permit an LGBT club to operate on campus. This is my response. Sign the petition: www.ipetitions.com/petition/drop-the-word-yeshivaBy JewishPodcasts.fm

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Microschool in a Mall: Dominque Burgess on education entrepreneurship in North Carolina 39:18

2M ago39:18

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Today's guest is Dominque Burgess, a former public school teacher, visionary education entrepreneur, and a national leader in the microschool movement. As the founder of Burbrella Learning Academy Inc. in Burlington, North Carolina she has successfully launched multiple innovative microschools, including transforming an old Foot Locker in a mall in…

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159 | Build Your Email List with these Simple Strategies! [Exclusive Group Training] 27:04

2M ago27:04

27:04

Are you struggling to build an email list or unsure about what lead magnet to choose? Ever wondered how well you really know your ideal client and what they need? In this episode, I break down the essentials of creating a powerful lead magnet tailored to your audience. From understanding who you're serving to the importance of aligning your lead ma…

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Weaponization of the FBI from Hoover to Trump 2.0 with Beverly Gage 50:50

2M ago50:50

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J. Edgar Hoover is one of the most polarizing figures in U.S. history. And the seeds he planted as the decades long founding director of the FBI continue to shape much of today’s conservative political landscape. Kash Patel, who now leads the FBI, has openly vowed to find ways to punish Trump’s political enemies. While that’s appalling, it’s not th…

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THE DEFINITIVE RAP Exclusive Interview with Elliot Resnick Granted Pardon From President Trump 39:06

2M ago39:06

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One of the largest investigations in FBI history ended immediately after President Donald Trump was inaugurated. President Trump pardoned 1,500 defendants charged in the January 6th Capitol attack. In an exclusive interview, one of the defendants pardoned is here to tell the full story of his ordeal. Baila Sebrow, producer and host of The Definitiv…

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Heshy Tischler – Boro Park's Next Councilman? 28:07

2M ago28:07

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On Tuesday, March 25, Boro Park and Flatbush residents will head to the polls to vote in a special election for New York City Council. Heshy Tischler – an engaging radio show host who made national headlines in October 2020 for his vociferous opposition to Covid lockdowns – is one of the leading candidates. Heshy Tischler's website: www.heshyfornyc…

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Makenzie Oliver on helping teachers to let their light shine! 48:42

2M ago48:42

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Today's guest is Makenzie Oliver, host of the popular podcast Teacher, Let Your Light Shine! and its associated Facebook community. An award-winning public school teacher, Makenzie decided to leave the conventional classroom to launch her own microschool, Lighthouse Learning Microschool and Homeschool Hybrid, in 2020 in Longwood, Florida. She now h…

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Homeschooling to College: Common Myths Around Admission & Affordability 53:45

2M ago53:45

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In this second episode in our series, Homeschooling To College, Kym Kent and I talk about some of the common myths around college admissions and affordability, as well as how to navigate the Common App as a homeschooling family. "A trend colleges might not want applicants to notice: It's becoming easier to get in" (The Hechinger Report, Nov. 2024) …

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158 | Master Your Brand Voice: 3 Key Elements for Engaging Copy (& Messaging) Everywhere 14:28

2M ago14:28

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Are you wondering how to make your website copy feel like an in-person chat at your favorite coffee shop? Or how to make sure your brand personality shines through every word? In this episode, I dive into the art of writing copy that truly reflects who you are! I'll explore three key components of your brand voice: tone, language, and personality. …

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What’s the Deal with Congestion Pricing? with Janno Lieber 55:33

2M ago55:33

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Public streets play a big role in our day-to-day lives. And if you’ve visited any large metropolitan city, you’ve seen just how much traffic can fill up roadways. New York City became the first city in America to implement congestion pricing, a program aimed at generating revenue and making streets less crowded. But the initiative hasn’t been immu…

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From homeschooling mom of 7 to Kentucky microschool founder 58:33

2M ago58:33

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Today's guest is Lauri Muse, a mom of of 7 children who has been actively homeschooling for 27 years. She recently launched World of Wonder Hybrid Microschool and Homeschool Enrichment Program in Union, Kentucky, near Cincinnati, Ohio. Her weekly homeschool enrichment program now serves over 140 kids, while the 3-day-a-week microschool she opened l…

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How 3 families got together to create Three Cords Academy in Georgia 44:53

3M ago44:53

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Today's guests are Katie Kilgore and Michael Frost who are the cofounders, along with a third family, of Three Cords Academy, a student-focused, Biblically-centered microschool currently serving 2nd-6th grades which they launched in Fall 2024 in Carrollton, Georgia. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly LiberatED e-newsletter on education trends at …

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157 | LIVE COACHING: How to Use AI to Write Authentic Copy & Sales Page Copy Strategies 36:10

3M ago36:10

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Are you struggling to find your unique voice in your copywriting? Curious about how AI can lend a hand without replacing your authentic self? In this episode, I sit down with Pat, an author and workshop creator, who is navigating the process of aligning her message with her passion for helping women reimagine retirement. Pat shares her journey of u…

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My 77 Days in Prison 1:29:42

3M ago1:29:42

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Ever wonder what life is like in prison? Wonder no longer. Thank to my activities on January 6, 2021, I was sentenced to four months behind bars. I reported to prison (in Danbury, CT) on Election Day and was pardoned by President Trump on Inauguration Day. I tell you all about it in this episode. List of Books I Read In Prison: www.brennbooks.com/b…

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Resisting Threats to Democracy with Rep. Robert Garcia 57:52

3M ago57:52

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The Democratic Party has its work cut out. Meanwhile, there’s a fundamental issue: the party doesn’t currently have formal power. It doesn't have a majority in either House of Congress, it doesn't control the executive branch, and the Supreme Court has a 6-3 Trump majority. And all of this is creating a kind of impotent rage, frustration and feelin…

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MacKenzie Price on 2-Hour Learning, Alpha School, and AI in Education 42:15

3M ago42:15

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Today's guest is MacKenzie Price, cofounder of 2 Hour Learning and Alpha School, a K-12 private school in Austin, Texas which she launched in 2014. MacKenzie is currently working to scale the Alpha School model nationwide, with additional schools currently operating or opening soon in several states. A graduate of Stanford University, MacKenzie hos…

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Homeschooling To College: High School Prep and the Pre-Application Process 56:09

3M ago56:09

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In this episode, Kerry chats with Kym Kent, a veteran homeschooling mom of 6 and founder of a Maryland-based homeschooling program who has already graduated 4 of her children and is currently going through the college admissions process with her son Samuel. Kerry's daughter Molly is a lifelong homeschooler who is also going through the college admi…

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156 | 4 Ways to Win Your Audience Over with Powerful Copywriting Techniques 13:08

3M ago13:08

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Do you get stuck or uninspired of what to write about to promote your business? In this episode, I'm diving deep into 4 powerful ways to connect with your audience through copy. Whether you're crafting an email, a social media post, or a sales page, understanding how to engage both the head and heart of your audience can make your words truly reson…

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