Best Pam Barnhill Podcasts (2025)

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Ditching the Overwhelm for Family Learning 22:35

7d ago22:35

22:35

Are you craving more joy, flexibility, and real connection in your homeschool? Today’s episode is a deep-dive with Angela Huber, one of our own Homeschool Better Together community moms. Angela’s homeschool journey began like so many: She swore she’d never do it, then got thrown into elearning during 2020 (which, spoiler, did NOT spark joy). Fast-f…

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Special Episode: 5 Signs You’ve Got a Ho Hum Homeschool 10:54

12d ago10:54

10:54

Is your homeschool running on autopilot and losing its spark? You're not alone, and you’re definitely not failing. In this special episode, I’m getting real about a syndrome I call the “Ho Hum Homeschool.” You know, when you’re doing all the things, color-coded planners, checklists, math, and reading, but somehow, none of it feels like actual learn…

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How to Anchor Your Homeschool in Changing Times 30:06

21d ago30:06

30:06

Are you facing a move and feeling completely overwhelmed about starting over with your homeschool? Maybe you’re wishing for some sense of rhythm and comfort when everything else around you is shifting. In this episode, I talk with Melaney Smith, a pastor’s wife and homeschool mom of three, about what it’s like to leave everything behind and begin a…

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Homeschooling Through The Hardest Year Ever 26:20

1M ago26:20

26:20

Ever feel like “life” is just too much to keep homeschooling going? This one’s for you. I sat down with Karissa Martin, a mom of four, seasoned homeschooler, and expert juggler who, this year alone, faced one family crisis after another: illness, caretaking, and more than a few emotional curveballs. But you know what? Not only did her family make i…

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Juggling Big Life Changes and Homeschool 34:12

2M ago34:12

34:12

Are you in a season where homeschooling just feels… well, impossible? Juggling toddlers, moving houses, job changes—or maybe even facing heart surgery for your baby? Deep breath—friend, this episode is proof you really can keep going, even in the crazy! Today I’m joined by my friend, marketing pro, and veteran homeschool mom Tracey Matney. Tracey’s…

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Which Homeschool Schedule Actually Works for You? 40:13

2M ago40:13

40:13

Are you ready to break out of “school-at-home” thinking and finally build a homeschool rhythm that fits YOUR real life—not just the one in the curriculum guide? This week, I invited our two resident schedule-geeks—Laney Homan and Dawn Garrett—into the studio for a lively, practical (and very honest) roundtable on all things homeschool schedules. We…

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How to Keep Homeschool Consistent When Life Isn’t 34:40

3M ago34:40

34:40

What happens when your homeschool plan goes on the road—literally? Today, I’m joined by second-generation homeschooler and seasoned moving pro, Adrienne Denison, to talk about schooling through cross-country moves, starting over in a new place, and making sure your curriculum doesn’t get lost between boxes of Legos and winter coats. Adrienne unpack…

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Six Smart Questions to Ask Before You Buy Curriculum 23:02

3M ago23:02

23:02

It’s curriculum season, and you know what that means: a flood of shiny programs, glowing reviews, and unboxing videos that make everything look like the answer to your homeschool stress. But here’s my honest take—it only counts if it actually works for your own real-life family, not just the influencer on YouTube. Today, I’m flying solo to give you…

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What Makes a Good Curriculum? 43:40

4M ago43:40

43:40

Let’s get brutally honest: no single curriculum is ever going to save your homeschool, fix your child’s attitude, or turn your kitchen into one of those magical, Instagram-perfect learning havens. If you’re looking for the “unicorn curriculum,” keep dreaming (or better yet, listen up—because we’re about to set you free). In this episode of Homescho…

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Got Cold Feet About Homeschooling? You're Not Alone! 44:21

4M ago44:21

44:21

Are you hesitant to homeschool? You're not alone! In this episode of Homeschool Better Together, host Pam Barnhill chats with Mandy McArthur and Jessica Solis Carpinelli, authors of "Hesitant to Homeschool: Answers to 20 Common Questions." Mandy and Jessica share practical insights and encouragement for parents considering homeschooling but feeling…

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Can You Really Outsource High School? One Mom’s Story 34:04

4M ago34:04

34:04

Homeschooling high school feels like a big shift. Suddenly, you’re looking at advanced subjects, keeping transcripts, and preparing your teen for what comes next. In this episode, I sit down with Meg Angelino, our operations manager and curriculum editor, to talk about what happens when you start outsourcing classes while still juggling motherhood.…

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A Game-Changing Approach to Homeschooling High School 47:40

5M ago47:40

47:40

Homeschooling high school can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode, our community manager, Dawn Garrett, steps in as host to chat with homeschool mom Elizabeth Overcash about her experience navigating these crucial years. Elizabeth, a retired military wife, shares her unique perspective—having one child who graduated from a…

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Making Math a Delight with Denise Gaskins 43:33

5M ago43:33

43:33

In this episode, I sit down with Denise Gaskins, math educator and author, to talk about how we can transform math from a dreaded subject into something joyful and engaging. Denise shares why so many homeschoolers struggle with math and how shifting our approach can make a huge difference. She encourages parents to make math playful through games, …

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How a Simple Mindset Shift Changed Everything for This Homeschool Mom 36:04

6M ago36:04

36:04

Consistency in homeschooling can be a game-changer, and today I’m joined by Krystal Joslin, a military homeschooling mom and graduate of the Homeschool Consistency Boot Camp. Krystal shares how she went from a go-with-the-flow approach to building a structured, consistent homeschool routine that works—despite frequent moves and unpredictable schedu…

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The Secret to Homeschool Consistency: Minimum Viable Days 38:46

6M ago38:46

38:46

Are you ready to tackle consistency in your homeschool? In this episode, I’m joined by Dawn Garrett to talk about one of my favorite tools: the Minimum Viable Day (MVD). We share how this simple concept helped us overcome perfectionism and establish daily momentum in our homeschools. Learn how to identify what truly matters for your family, create …

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Achieve Big Things in 2025: Goal Setting Made Simple 54:28

7M ago54:28

54:28

It’s time to make 2025 the year of intentional progress! In this episode, I’m joined by Laney Homan, our member success manager, to talk about goal setting that works for busy homeschool moms. Laney and I discuss the difference between planning and goal setting, the power of starting small, and how to craft goals that fit your life’s current season…

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Find Your Word: A Simple Guide to Starting 2025 Strong 27:06

7M ago27:06

27:06

This episode of Homeschool Better Together dives into the concept of choosing a word of the year and how it can add intentionality and focus to your homeschool journey. I’m joined by Dawn Garrett, our community manager, as we share our personal experiences, thoughts, and even some fun quirks about selecting and living out our yearly words. From the…

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Books That Spark Joy: A Chat with Sarah Mackenzie 47:08

8M ago47:08

47:08

This episode of the Homeschool Better Together Podcast features a delightful conversation with Sarah Mackenzie from the Read Aloud Revival. Sarah and I chat about rekindling the joy of reading for ourselves as moms. We explore the power of quitting books that don’t spark joy, the fun of keeping a reading log, and how to find books that truly resona…

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Turning Lunch Into Learning: Tips From a Busy Homeschool Mom 30:05

9M ago30:05

30:05

In this episode of Homeschool Better Together, I’m joined by my friend Sunni Dallas, a mom of seven, who shares how she uses the Wonder World Podcast to enrich her homeschool days—especially when life is busy with babies, toddlers, and teens. Sunni talks about how lunchtime has become the perfect anchor for learning, where we provide the content, a…

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Five Reasons You Shouldn’t Teach 'A Christmas Carol' This Year (Or Should You?) 27:33

9M ago27:33

27:33

In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I’m joined by Dawn Garrett to chat about our special gift for homeschoolers this year—A Christmas Carol explorations! We’re offering a free resource full of fun activities, discussions, and enrichment to bring some holiday cheer into your homeschool. Dawn and I go over the history behind th…

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What Seven Years of Boot Camp Taught Us About Homeschooling 24:43

10M ago24:43

24:43

In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I sit down with Dawn Garrett, our customer service guru, to reflect on the lessons we’ve learned over seven years of running the Homeschool Consistency Boot Camp. We talk about how consistency—not perfection—can transform your homeschool and why sticking with even a “minimum viable day” can…

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From Overwhelm to Joy: Katie McCune's Consistency Success Story 22:20

10M ago22:20

22:20

In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I’m chatting with Katie McCune, a mom from our community, about her journey with the Homeschool Consistency Boot Camp. Katie shares how, before the boot camp, their homeschool days were often filled with morning time and spontaneous field trips, but progress through their core subjects was …

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The Secret to Consistency: Honoring Your Homeschool Hours 16:10

10M ago16:10

16:10

In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I’m talking about one key mindset shift that can make a world of difference in your homeschool—honoring your school day. It’s easy to let distractions take over or convince ourselves that we can always multitask, but setting aside dedicated time for homeschooling is critical. I’ll share how…

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Why Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Homeschool 14:02

10M ago14:02

14:02

In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I’m giving you a bit of a pep talk. I’ve been there—staring at the clock, realizing the day is slipping away and thinking, “If I can’t follow my perfect plan, I might as well do nothing.” Sound familiar? Well, I discovered that my problem wasn’t laziness—it was perfectionism. And that perfe…

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Inside Our Homeschool: 2024-2025 Curriculum Picks 26:46

11M ago26:46

26:46

In this episode of the Homeschool Better Together podcast, I’m sharing an overview of our curriculum choices for the 2024-2025 school year. With both a senior and a 9th grader, our homeschool routine is a bit different, and I’m excited to walk you through our approach. We start each day with a focused morning time that sets the tone for learning, f…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Pam Barnhill Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Homeschool Better Together with Pam Barnhill

Pam Barnhill

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Homeschool Teachers' Lounge with Pam Barnhill & Mystie Winckler

Mystie Winckler, Pam Barnhill

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10 Minutes to a Better Homeschool

Pam Barnhill

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Ditching the Overwhelm for Family Learning 22:35

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Special Episode: 5 Signs You’ve Got a Ho Hum Homeschool 10:54

1
How to Anchor Your Homeschool in Changing Times 30:06

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Homeschooling Through The Hardest Year Ever 26:20

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Juggling Big Life Changes and Homeschool 34:12

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Which Homeschool Schedule Actually Works for You? 40:13

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How to Keep Homeschool Consistent When Life Isn’t 34:40

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Six Smart Questions to Ask Before You Buy Curriculum 23:02

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What Makes a Good Curriculum? 43:40

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Got Cold Feet About Homeschooling? You're Not Alone! 44:21

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Can You Really Outsource High School? One Mom’s Story 34:04

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A Game-Changing Approach to Homeschooling High School 47:40

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Making Math a Delight with Denise Gaskins 43:33

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How a Simple Mindset Shift Changed Everything for This Homeschool Mom 36:04

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The Secret to Homeschool Consistency: Minimum Viable Days 38:46

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Achieve Big Things in 2025: Goal Setting Made Simple 54:28

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Find Your Word: A Simple Guide to Starting 2025 Strong 27:06

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Books That Spark Joy: A Chat with Sarah Mackenzie 47:08

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Turning Lunch Into Learning: Tips From a Busy Homeschool Mom 30:05

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Five Reasons You Shouldn’t Teach 'A Christmas Carol' This Year (Or Should You?) 27:33

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What Seven Years of Boot Camp Taught Us About Homeschooling 24:43

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From Overwhelm to Joy: Katie McCune's Consistency Success Story 22:20

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The Secret to Consistency: Honoring Your Homeschool Hours 16:10

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Why Perfectionism is Sabotaging Your Homeschool 14:02

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Inside Our Homeschool: 2024-2025 Curriculum Picks 26:46

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