{"podcast":{"title":"The Brave & Balanced Homeschool with Mary Berghammer","slug":"the-brave-balanced-homeschool-with-mary-berghammer-6731551","podcast_index_feed_id":6731551,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/homeschoolingformoms/feed.xml","website_url":"https://homeschoolingformoms.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17165382/equipping_homeschool_moms_new_Podcast_k-6th_cover_art_new_brave_and_balanced5z58m.jpg","author":"Mary Berghammer","episode_count":44,"summary":"The Brave and Balanced Homeschool with Mary Berghammer Equipping homeschool moms with practical tools, homeschool curriculum reviews, and biblical encouragement. The Brave and Balanced Homeschool is the go-to podcast for Christian homeschool moms who want practical guidance, biblical encouragement, and simple strategies for creating a peaceful, purposeful homeschool. Each episode equips you with actionable homeschool tips, curriculum insights, honest homeschool curriculum reviews , organization ideas, and faith-building encouragement so you can homeschool with confidence and lead your home with clarity. Whether you're choosing the right homeschool curriculum, planning your school year, navigating challenges, or seeking a more Christ-centered approach to learning, you’ll find the support and direction you need here. With over two decades of homeschooling experience, I share real-life wisdom, proven systems, and Scripture-based inspiration to help you stay organized, balanced, and rooted in God’s Word. For even more homeschool help, free resources, and practical tools, visit WhatAboutHomeschooling.com , where you’ll find guides, printables, and encouragement to strengthen your homes…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-15T00:17:58.074192+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brave-balanced-homeschool-with-mary-berghammer-6731551"},"episode":{"title":"38-Choosing Homeschool Curriculum","slug":"38-choosing-homeschool-curriculum","published_at":"2025-07-06T18:58:16+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brave-balanced-homeschool-with-mary-berghammer-6731551/38-choosing-homeschool-curriculum","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brave-balanced-homeschool-with-mary-berghammer-6731551","url":"https://homeschoolingformoms.podbean.com/e/38-choosing-homeschool-curriculum/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/v9cwf3kyjvb6q5zn/episode_38_Choosing_curriculum64j3q.mp3","summary":"www.whatabouthomeschooling.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558953637407 The world of homeschool curriculum can be both a blessing and a burden—so many options, but where do you start? In this episode of The Brave and Balanced Homeschool, we cut through the overwhelm by focusing on two key questions every parent should ask before choosing a homeschool curriculum. We’ll explore: How much time you realistically have to teach each day How long you plan to homeschool your children Whether you're looking for a full homeschool curriculum package, online homeschool options, or traditional textbooks, these questions will help you narrow your search and make confident choices. I also share personal examples of how our family used both online and parent-led homeschool curriculum during different seasons. You’ll also learn why your long-term educational goals matter when selecting a homeschool curriculum—especially if your child may return to public or private school later on. If you’re just beginning your homeschool journey or feeling stuck in decision fatigue, this episode will help you move forward with clarity and peace. 🎧 Tune in now—and don’t miss part two, where I’ll share specific homeschool curriculum recommendations and helpful resources!","meta_description":"www.whatabouthomeschooling.com https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558953637407 The world of homeschool curriculum can be both a blessing and a burd…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":641,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-brave-balanced-homeschool-with-mary-berghammer-6731551/episodes/38-choosing-homeschool-curriculum/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-brave-balanced-homeschool-with-mary-berghammer-6731551/38-choosing-homeschool-curriculum.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}