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“We are a Christian family with a four and two year-old. God has put it in my heart to keep my kids from preschool and since then we have decided to homeschool our children through their academic years. This show has been a good guide and offers concrete and simple advice and is a BLESSING.”
Rosalia_326 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/20/24
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“I discovered Carole Joy Seid recently when she was a guest on another podcast. I’ve listened to her podcast every day and it has truly changed my outlook on so much. Truly thankful and blessed to have found her teachings and excited to see how my sweet 3 babies grow from her approach to school at...”Read full review »
ANDUNN94 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/12/24
“My grandfather, who is an avid reader and researcher, attended one of your seminars in the early 90’s and knew your approach to learning through rich literature was what our family needed. He immediately shared your resources as well as the idea of homeschooling with his 3 daughters, who had...”Read full review »
rachl_learningco via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/15/24
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“Every episode teaches, encourages, supports and delights. Thank you for creating a delightful podcast. I especially enjoy Carol’s helpful reviews and listings. God bless.”
Grandma from Iowa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/02/24
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“So thankful for Carole and her wisdom!! She is who inspired our family that homeschooling was the way!! Grateful for her wisdom and approach!!”
Brittney Rojo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/24
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“Dear Carole,
I am a thirteen year old boy who started homeschooling just this year. I’ve been to three private “Christian” schools and one classical charter school , and I must say that none of them hold a candle to your schooling theology. I’ve listened to many of your seminars...”Read full review »
Love homeschooling via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/24
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“As a homeschooling mother of 4, who is on year 12 of homeschooling, I needed encouragement. My oldest is graduating and I have one in preschool. 🫣 my two older kiddos are girls and our two little ones (prek and kinder) are boys. They are SO different and I just really needed encouragement with...”Read full review »
Mom2twirlers via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/24
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“I was skeptical for a while but the more I’ve listened to this podcast and seen the research, I’m all in! This method is simple, research based, and the podcast is just such an invaluable resource.”
Elisabeth Carol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/08/23
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“I’m new to the better late than early philosophy and it’s a breath of fresh air! I’m very thankful for the way Carole articulates this method & the many tools & seminars she created to make homeschooling simply & inexpensively. I’m excited to start this new journey and see my...”Read full review »
QueenELC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/23
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“I love love love Carole’s podcast and am always blessed by the warmth and wisdom I find here. She always has a word of encouragement, an excellent book to recommend, and practical advice for my day to day life with little ones.
I am excited to apply what I am learning from Carole about a...”Read full review »
rachaelemmah via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/18/23
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“Listening to this podcast is like a breath of fresh air. Carole Joy Seid is full of interesting information on author’s lives and how books came about. I feel like I’m in her living room having a conversation and learning so much. I’m in my 3rd year of homeschooling and I’ve been encouraged for...”Read full review »
A1m@@ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/23/23
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“Carole-Joy Seid offers a rich feast of ideas, stories, testimonies, and wisdom. This podcast is a sweet listen and provides beautiful encouragement!”
Julia Courlas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/23
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“I’m new to homeschool and find this podcast vital.”
liquidaddict via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/23
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“I’m a second generation homeschooler entering into my 5th year homeschooling my own children. Carole’s podcast came to me at just the right time. She really has helped me understand how simple it can be to homeschool well and still have fun. I’ve saved many episodes of this podcast for days when...”Read full review »
thebudgetmaven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/14/22
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“I greatly enjoy the ideas and valuable wisdom Carol shares through her podcast. I especially look forward to her interviews with families. With that, I was disappointed in the way that Ambleside Online was presented in episode 109. It seemed misrepresented as a program one “signs-up for” and...”Read full review »
ourhomelibrarian via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/22
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“Carole has been a guide and inspiration to me for many years, and having this podcast as a weekly dose of her wisdom has blessed me.”
NoraHLS92 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/22
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“I must subscribe to 20+ podcasts on homeschooling and this is the show that I find myself coming back to time and time again. So much wisdom and good advices for how to homeschool and parenting I especially love her book recommendations, not just for children but also for adults. This is an...”Read full review »
Bridget Feng via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/22
“I attended my first Carole Joy Seid conference yesterday. I’ll be honest…..prior to when I signed up a month ago I had never even heard of her, even though I’ve been homeschooling for almost four years. What a joy to listen to her! She truly does make you feel like you can successfully homeschool...”Read full review »
MPCCRZ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/22
“Carole’s podcast episodes are always encouraging and worth the 20+ minutes to listen to each and every week. She will edify the mom, the dad and child through her Biblical worldview from how to select the best books for your children to how to care for yourself, your marriage and family. Carole...”Read full review »
TellMeAStoryAgain via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/05/22
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“I have been listening to Carole’s podcast for about a year and it has been so encouraging to me! I have a 3 month old, 2.5 year old and 5 year old. I stay home full time with these precious gifts from God. While I love my role as mother and homemaker, it can be wearisome and lonely and Carole’s...”Read full review »
jessmstout via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/22
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“My family has been following Carole’s homeschooling methods since 2009. She has made this journey my family has been on an amazing experience. We have two kids in college and our youngest is a junior in high school. We still listen to all of these Homeschool Made Simple podcasts. Inspiring,...”Read full review »
Stephloves3kids via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/22
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“Every episode is like grabbing a coffee and sitting down with the momma who has travelled this path already. Her confidence in literature-based education bolsters my own. Her words, full of gentle wisdom, encourage and me spur me on to mother and educate my children day by day, to the glory of God!”
lovewhatmustbedone via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/22
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“I greatly appreciate Carole’s podcast. It is encouraging and refreshing for the soul. I am always able to glean wisdom from this podcast to implement in our homeschool. I am so grateful for this podcast!”
BrendaRDK via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/22
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“I was encouraged a friend to find Carol and listen to her way of homeschooling this past fall. I bought access to a webinar then and my family and I have been blessed by learning from her. We have found freedom, joy and beauty that wasn’t there before. Thank you Carol!”
geroulds via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/22
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“Encouraging podcast that helps so much with planning and setting up homeschool in a stress free manner.”
TXmom22 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/22
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“This is the homeschool podcast I’ve needed all along and I’m so grateful for the time Carole puts in to it! I send links to friends all the time, especially the episode about Raymond Moore/ Better Late than Early, as well as the Preschool episode. Carole is filled with wisdom, discernment, and...”Read full review »
Erowlan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/22
“Finally, advice you can trust! Reading great books equals a great education. Listen to Carole, she knows what she’s talking about. I’m so happy to have found her. I’ve attended a few seminars and consulted with Carole over the past years. What she says works. Listening to her podcasts helps keep...”Read full review »
forestfawn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/22
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“As a homeschool mom of 3 under 5, I’m learning and feeling more encouraged by this podcast! I also love hearing the interviews with homeschooled graduates! Very inspiring! Thank you Carole!”
Blessed Homeschool Mom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/22
“What I love most about Carole’s podcast is Carole herself. She has been a faithful follower of Jesus for decades and I feel at ease heeding her advice for this reason. She selects excellent subjects to interview and always prioritizes topics most urgent to all of us aching to parent well, as we...”Read full review »
ChloeAHubert via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“Carole’s method of homeschooling saved us from completely giving up! Her seminars along with the podcast has transformed our family life and finally made homeschooling a joy instead of a heavy burden. I love her teaching on home education being integrated into our normal family life with reading...”Read full review »
TaliaMarieP via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I found out about Carole over 25 years ago and instantly became a "fan" and a client. My children are grown and having children of their own but I still listen to her podcast regularly because it's still helpful and encouraging to me as a supportive Oma! I recommend Carole and the...”Read full review »
Quiet Mom via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“Carole’s love for and support of homeschooling families is just beautiful. Her podcast is a breath of fresh air and inspiration! It helps me continue homeschooling with ongoing encouragement and new ideas. I highly recommend it to anyone homeschooling or even just considering homeschooling.”
KW0813 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I love listening to Carole’s podcasts! She is an encouraging mentor to me & helps me focus on blessing my family through our homeschool <3”
LorLuv23 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“Carole is my mentor. She doesn’t know it yet, but she is. The wisdom and perspective she shares on her podcast and in her seminars is priceless. Looking into homeschool methods, I wanted a roadmap and a guide, and also something simple and flexible. I hadn’t found it, and upon hearing Carole...”Read full review »
Annaenjoy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“New to home schooling, I love Carole’s philosophy and guidance on learning. I am drawn to the simple, literature based approach she discusses.”
Billy.Bob-7654321 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I just discovered Carole Joy Seid’s show and courses and can’t get enough. I’ve added so many of her suggestions to our collection already. My family was never especially well-read so I’ve found her guidance on classic, character-building education priceless. Im so excited to discover more titles!”
SJRG2016 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I really enjoy all the great podcasts that Carol has done. I feel like she is a friend. She is very soft spoken and always is encouraging. She has taught me about authors and illustrators. And as a mama of 7 , who love to read aloud, I can always get an encouraging word to continue to do so....”Read full review »
Dashyou via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“My wife and I will never forget May 4, 2013—the day we first heard Carole Joy Seid articulate her compelling educational philosophy. We were hooked, and have been ever since. This podcast is a wonderful way to understand her approach to schooling, reading aloud, working, serving, and more.”
Bryan DeWire via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I started homeschool my 5 kids Thais year!!! And I just love the method of Carole Joy Seid!!!
Thank you for sharing your love, care and knowledge with us 💕”
Michele ch via Apple Podcasts ·
Italy ·
03/04/22
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“Carole has been a breath of fresh air to our lives! Homeschooling IS a lifestyle and her seminar has brought joy and a love for learning into our lives once again. I look forward to listening to every episode!”
StephV45 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I’m a new homeschooling mom of 6 and 4 year old girls and will add another daughter to the mix soon. I was stressed on what to do, struggling to find good resources and was overwhelmed. Then I was introduced to Carole’s podcast and her method. I listened for a while and realized (as I gently...”Read full review »
April_Scott via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
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“I’m two years into homeschooling and I’m so glad I found Carole and her helpful podcast. I drank the koolaid and basically do everything she suggests in my own homeschool. Why try and reinvent the wheel? I’m so grateful for the wealth of free info she regularly shares on her podcast and it has...”Read full review »
Momma123new via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/22
“Carol was had a very encouraging podcast. She made me feel like homeschooling will be a fun and easy way to teach my children. Literature based teaching is important to me so I love to listen to Carol talk about this topic.”
sarahlovesreading via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
01/05/22
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“I love Carole’s podcast!”
DearMrsRobinson via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/04/21
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“I first heard Carole on RAR and was blown away! I quickly dove into her resources and love the work she does. I was so happy to discover she had a podcast. It’s wonderful! I noticed the links in the podcast notes for the booklist from each episode isn’t working. That would be so helpful but in...”Read full review »
travelswithtea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/21
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“Lots of book recommendations, and suggestions that get/keep me thinking. My favorite homeschooling podcast. Happy I found it.”
julmasdes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/21
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“So glad I found this podcast. It is refreshingly simple and truthful.”
Elenamo3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/21
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“Please continue to highlight older authors and their books!! Those are my favorite episodes!”
Lisa Winton via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/07/21
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“I’m not a homeschooler - my children are grown. But I LOVE Elizabeth Goudge! I’m so happy to hear someone proclaiming her wonderful books. My favorite is The Dean’s Watch. Thank you for your thoughts!”
RoseIdzik via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/21
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