Our Weirdly Similar Homeschool Lives (Mime, Theater & Chaos!) | #30
- Mar 20, 2025
- 1:07:38
- Full Episode
In this episode of The Ex-Homeschoolers Club, I sit down with Jenève, host of @HomeschooledPod a podcast exploring alumni experiences. We discuss our eerily similar homeschooling journeys, from big families and unconventional education styles to the chaos of homeschool theater and religious mime performances. Jenève shares her transition from stage management to business, the realities of navigating life post-homeschooling, and the importance of re-evaluating personal beliefs as an adult. If you're curious about how homeschooling shapes identity—or just want to laugh about our past drama group experiences—this one’s for you!
🎧 Key Takeaways: How homeschooling varies based on parental teaching styles and family dynamicsThe role of arts in homeschool education, including theater, choir, and (yes) religious mimeThe challenges of transitioning from homeschooling to college and career lifeNavigating personal identity and belief shifts after growing up in a religious homeschool environmentAdvice for parents considering homeschooling—what to think about beyond the idealized version
⏰ Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to the Ex Homeschoolers Club 00:14 Introducing Geneve and Her Homeschool Experience 01:24 Homeschooling Dynamics and Family Life 04:05 Extracurricular Activities and Homeschool Community 08:12 Theater and Drama in Homeschooling 13:34 College Journey and Career Path 17:04 Reflections on College and Career Choices 21:15 Overcoming Challenges and Building Resilience 33:06 Starting a Podcast on Homeschooling 34:52 Idealistic Views on Homeschooling 35:20 Challenges Faced by Homeschool Moms 37:02 Balancing Roles: Mom vs. Teacher 38:35 Emotional Impact on Children 47:12 Community and Support Systems 52:39 Advice for Prospective Homeschooling Parents 56:14 Reflecting on Personal Homeschool Experiences 57:47 Navigating Religious Reasons for Homeschooling 01:05:33 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
📚 Resources Mentioned: Homeschooled Podcast by Jenève (find it on Spotify, Apple, and YouTube!): https://solo.to/homeschooled "Lifehouse Everything" Skit Various homeschool groups like NJHSA, co-ops, and theater programs
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Brief Summary
Jacob Gooden and Jive Janev discuss their homeschooling experiences, family dynamics, and the importance of community support in education.
Key points
- Jev's Homeschool Experience. Jev shares insights about being homeschooled with four siblings and the chaos it brought.
- Theater and Community Engagement. Jev describes their involvement in theater and community productions as a homeschooler.
- Career Reflections. Jev reflects on their theater management degree and career path after college.
- College Experience Reflections. Navigating the challenges of college and self-discovery.
- Supportive Parents. Grateful for parents who believed in my college dreams.
- Cultural Shock in the Midwest. Experiencing the unexpected challenges of moving from California to the Midwest.
Episode highlights
- Jev's Homeschool ExperienceJev shares insights about being homeschooled with four siblings and the chaos it brought.“I was homeschooled from first grade through high school.”1:47Mar 20, 2025
- Theater and Community EngagementJev describes their involvement in theater and community productions as a homeschooler.“We would perform at youth groups and for drama centers.”7:09Mar 20, 2025
- Career ReflectionsJev reflects on their theater management degree and career path after college.“I realized that what I really loved about theater was Child Development.”16:16Mar 20, 2025
- College Experience ReflectionsNavigating the challenges of college and self-discovery.“College was like this kind of almost unachievable thing.”21:24Mar 20, 2025
- Supportive ParentsGrateful for parents who believed in my college dreams.“I’m so thankful I had parents who were like, we’re gonna make it happen.”21:48Mar 20, 2025
- Cultural Shock in the MidwestExperiencing the unexpected challenges of moving from California to the Midwest.“That first real big cold snap... I was just like, I hate my life right now.”25:51Mar 20, 2025
- Homeschooling MisconceptionsDiscussing the misconceptions surrounding homeschooling and its challenges.“It’s not super easy; it’s work that is extremely hard.”36:25Mar 20, 2025
- Mom vs. TeacherThe struggle of balancing parenting and teaching in a homeschooling environment.“I never felt like I really had my mom available to me.”39:16Mar 20, 2025
