Join us as we explore the non-traditional lifestyle that allows families to explore the world and learn beyond the limits of traditional schooling!
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Free yourself so you and your family can live a self-directed life that resonates with your beliefs and aspirations. Cecilie & Jesper Conrad, parents to 4, have been full-time traveling since 2018 & unschooling for +10 years. Every Thursday, they host insightful conversations with their expert guests, exploring topics such as Personal Freedom, Parenting, Unschooling, Traveling, Money, Personal Development, and what it means to live a self-directed life. Tune in weekly for a refreshing dose o ...
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Wing-It Worldwide | Travel + Adventure = Freedom | Digital Nomads, Worldschoolers
Scot and Emily McKay | Location Independent Travelling Family
Discover all the show notes, funny stories, pretty pictures and shiny toys at: www.wingitworldwide.com/podcast | Scot and Emily McKay are well-known dating coaches who've been helping men and women all over the world find love for over a decade. Get their unique, location-independent view into the wild, unpredictable, nutrageous, often hilarious but always adventurous side of traveling the world...usually with their four kids. | Please subscribe to the show to get updates automatically, and ...
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The Nomad Together Podcast | Location Independent Families & Digital Nomad Families
Paul and Rebekah Kortman
Location independence as a family is possible for everyone! Along our travels, we have met families all around the world who have embraced this lifestyle. This podcast is all about how you too can choose to live a location independent lifestyle as a family. We cover topics such as homeschooling, roadschooling and worldschooling as well as remote working and running a location independent business. Join us as we fly, sail and RV around the world!
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Join us every week for a new episode supporting you on your home education journey. Whether you are a long time home educator or are totally new to it, we’re here to support you with podcasts on subjects like deregistering and dealing with your local authority, how to sit exams, supporting your child’s unique needs, socialising, subject deep dives and much more.
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A podcast celebrating the amazing world of full-time family travel. Ditching conventional living and classrooms for globe-trotting adventures and world cultures, we dive into this unique lifestyle with our inspiring guests - seasoned digital nomads, new entrants, and gap year families. They share their personal experiences, highs, lows, and lifelong lessons. Whether you're an experienced family traveler or contemplating this alternative lifestyle, join us on this enlightening journey into fu ...
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Welcome to Next of Kin The Podcast. Join me, Emma, a British expat and Mum of 1, living in Dubai, UAE. Next of Kin is my supportive, judgement-free community, and this podcast is where you can find real motherhood chat and relatable, fun guests. Come and follow along my expat motherhood journey as I navigate being a first-time Mum and starting a business in Dubai. Email podcast@nextofkin.ae Instagram @nextofkin.ae Website https://nextofkin.ae
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Who do you know that had a rough start and decided they would not let that hold them back? Who do you know, regardless of current standings, refused to let trauma define them? Who do you know that's passionate about sharing their journey with others? Make a connection so we can get them on the podcast for others to hear their story!
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Evolve Education discusses an array of topics in education: Including history of education and shifts in education through time, social emotional learning, justice and education, etc., educators of color, values in education, multicultural education, neuroscience, etc. March with me through my musings and with my powerful guests - will you?! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/evolveeducation/support
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Do you believe in a world of possibilities? Do you love to listen to true stories from people just like you who are stepping into courage every single day? Welcome to Stories that Wow, the inspiring stories podcast with guests from around the world and all walks of life. You will hear people sharing their personal stories of awe, wonder, creativity and even the odd miracle. They will remind you that we live in a world of spectacular abundance. You will leave feeling inspired to go step into ...
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Learning by Living is a podcast about people who learn outside of conventional schools. Gina Riley and Kevin Currie-Knight talk to unschoolers, homeschoolers, world-schoolers, staff at alternative schools, etc, all with an eye toward how learning (and living!) takes place outside of conventional school settings.
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Being Modern, Being Human is a podcast about the world we live in and its transformations: from the eternal questions of human existence and current social challenges to artificial intelligence and the mysteries of nature. Writer and journalist Inna Logunova explores the spirit of our times together with inspiring minds and deep thinkers: philosophers, sociologists, journalists, artists, writers, scientists, and many others.
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Okay, but what is traveling with kids REALLY like? In this charming and upbeat podcast, you'll unpack any previous hesitations about traveling the world with your children. Starting a family doesn't have to mean putting a cap on ticking off your dream destinations. On the contrary, traveling with children can be an enriching and magical adventure. Throughout this series, we'll peek behind the curtain of our "Insta-worthy" travel pics and videos with our amusing anecdotes and candid moments. ...
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We’re Amanda & Ryan and we’re the hosts of The World Wanderers podcast. We’re a traveling couple originally from Alberta, Canada with a love of exploring the world, eating great food (mostly Mexican food, if we’re being honest), learning new languages, and meeting new people. The World Wanderers podcast is a travel diary of our adventures since we started traveling together in 2011. We take you with us as we travel through Europe, Southeast Asia, Australia & New Zealand as 22-year old budget ...
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The Surprisingly Uncontroversial Way We Saved $4,000 On Flights
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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…
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#92 Christie Ogden | What If It’s Amazing? Nomadic Life & Worldschooling
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In this episode, Christie Ogden shares her remarkable journey of embracing world schooling and creating a life of freedom and adventure for her family. As a single mother of six, Christie boldly moved her children from Canada to the Dominican Republic, transforming a challenging situation into an empowering opportunity. Her story is filled with res…
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I am joined by Emmy from Arctic Terns as we discover the opportunities around the world for home educated children. From six weeks in Bansko for the whole family to a month of teen independence in the Netherlands, Emmy guides us through worldschooling hubs and what they can offer your home educating family.…
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#95 Marta Obiols Llistar | Teacher Turned Unschooler
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Marta Obiols Llistar, a former teacher, explains why she left the traditional classroom to embrace unschooling. Marta shares how John Holt's philosophy reshaped her parenting and life, from rejecting rigid educational systems to trusting her children’s natural ability to learn. We discuss the challenges of unlearning as a teacher, building deep fam…
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Ep 40: How to Choose a School in Dubai with Lauren from KI Global
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Todays episode is sponsored by CAMP. WhatsApp “nextofkin” to 052-583-7674 to get your first class at CAMP for AED 65. Next of Kin The Podcast is back with season 3! I'm your host Emma, a British Expat, Mumpreneur and toddler Mum, living in Dubai, UAE, and this podcast follows along my own journey raising my daughter and starting my first business. …
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#94 Charlotte Addison | Finding Freedom Through Unschooling
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Charlotte Addison is among our favorite people: A fellow traveler, unschooler, and someone with whom we have co-lived for an extended period and more to come. Together with Charlotte, we delve into how unschooling and lifelong learning can redefine educational choices and personal growth. We challenge the idea that formal qualifications are the onl…
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And it's official. Today you'll meet your new Home Education Matters host and hear about her plans for the future of the podcast. Enjoy the episode and thank you all so much for listening for the past two years!By Eleanor Marker
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#93 Dr. Michael Greger | How Not to Age & How Not to Die: Unlock Longevity with Nutrition Insights
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In this episode, we welcome Dr. Michael Greger, the best-selling author of How Not to Die and How Not to Age, who has revolutionized our understanding of nutrition and longevity. Dr. Greger dives into the transformative journey that led him to lifestyle medicine, inspired by his grandmother’s miraculous health recovery. He shares actionable tips fo…
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Ep 39: Confessions of a Governess with @journeeintoparenting
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Todays episode is sponsored by CloudNine Kids a British-led homecare company providing baby & childcare services at your home in Dubai and Abu Dhabi Next of Kin The Podcast is back with season 3! I'm your host Emma, a British Expat, Mumpreneur and toddler Mum, living in Dubai, UAE, and this podcast follows along my own journey raising my daughter a…
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How Louisa Funds Worldschooling On Her Own Terms
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In today’s Money Monday episode, I chat with Louisa Andrea, whose abundance mindset has taken her worldschooling dream to new heights, allowing her to share her love of Egypt with the worldschooling community while also supporting Indigenous communities there! To connect with Louisa about her Egyptian adventures, feel free to message her on Faceboo…
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Incorporating politics and philosophy into your home education journey with Dr Karem Roitman
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It's my final episode as your host (but not of the show!) and I recorded this interview with Karem way back in Spring but, as I was recording it, knew I wanted to sign out with this podcast, so have held it back all this time. It was a tour de force of patience! Karem and I discuss the importance of raising politically and philosophically engaged c…
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Exploring Van Life Adventures: From Silicon Valley to South America
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About the Guest: Mary is a seasoned traveler and author of the memoir "Monkeys on the Road," which chronicles her family's adventurous four-year van life journey from the USA to South America. Raised in England by American parents, she later rooted herself in the USA during college. After a successful career in the tech industry, including a positi…
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Visit Beyond the Stereotypes Asia E2? to read the script and find links for this episode. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action…
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How We Got Free(ish) Flights to Germany & The Philippines
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How Danielle Made Worldschooling Affordable
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Welcome to our first Money Monday! In this episode, I talk with Danielle Vandehei, an Independent Travel Agent and full-time traveler living life by boat. You can get in contact with Danielle regarding her Tanzania or Zanzabar adventures by messaging her on Facebook. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housin…
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Da Ladies #12 | Da Ladies' Final Episode: Embracing Change & Welcoming New Voices
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In this final episode of the current "Da Ladies" series, Cecilie joins Luna, Sara, and Carla as they wrap up their journey. The group reflects on embracing change, honoring priorities, and staying true to their unschooling principles. From navigating life transitions to balancing personal aspirations and family commitments, this episode is a beauti…
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Transform Travel into Epic Learning Adventures
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Join David Cole on "Our Offbeat Life" as he uncovers the transformative potential of worldschooling in the episode "Transform Travel into Epic Learning Adventures." As an advocate and practitioner of this educational approach, David draws from his family's experiences and those shared by guests throughout the season. This episode serves as a compre…
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#91 Carla & David | Worldschooling, Van living and Building Global Community
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"The amount of uncertainty you can hold is the amount of freedom you have." - Carla Martinez. We met Carla and David at the Worldscchool Summit in 2019. So many friendships formed. It was life-changing. In this episode, we talk with Carla and David, who share their unique journey of nomadic living. From their first transformative experience at the…
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Job’s Not Finished Until The Paperwork Is Done
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Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action! Want more? Join Worldschool Money, a community of worldschoolers working towards indepen…
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Visit Beyond the Stereotypes Asia E1? to read the script and find links for this episode. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldschooling in action…
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Join Caroline and I as we discuss the benefits, pitfalls and procedure for applying to a non UK university. We roam around the globe discussing university culture, options for time abroad and applications procedure, as well as the all important topic of financing!By Eleanor Marker
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Worldschool & Wander: Polyn's Nomadic Life
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Polyn's Inspiring Journey: Embracing World SchoolingJoin host David Cole in an engaging conversation with Polyn, a traveling mother and world schooler, who shares her remarkable life story from personal tragedy to embracing a world of opportunities. After losing her first child in a tragic incident and grappling with an unexpected empty nest, Polyn…
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#90 Louisa Andrea | Finding Home in Egypt - A Conversation on Family, Homeschooling, and Growth
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Louisa Andrea is a retreat host, educator, and worldschooling advocate based in Egypt. She specializes in creating transformative experiences for families and teens, blending education, conservation, and cultural immersion on Egypt's Red Sea coast while drawing on her mindfulness, spiritual coaching, and energy work background. In this episode, we …
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Why It’s Important to Check In With Your Kids
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What Would You Tell Parents Afraid to Start Worldschooling?
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Understanding visual stress / Meares-Irlen syndrome
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What a fascinating podcast we have today as I am joined by Lisa and Sam, visual stress assessors, to guide us through this much neglected condition. We look at what it is, what the symptoms might be and how to support your child (or yourself!) if you think they might have visual stress. Enjoy the show and do share it around with anyone who you thin…
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Unlocking the World: Hands-On Travel Learning for World Schooling FamiliesIn this episode of the Our Offbeat Life podcast, host David dives deep into the realm of hands-on travel learning, a compelling concept for World Schooling families. The discussion centers around creating immersive educational experiences for children through travel, includin…
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#89 Jack Stewart | Unplug from the Internet: Homeschooling, Plato, Boundaries & boardGames
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Jack Stewart is a grown-up homeschooler who now homeschools his kids. We met Jack at HEFF in 2024 and enjoyed talking with him. This is our second episode with Jack, and you should consider starting with the first episode we recorded together. In this episode, we sit down with Jack Stewart to discuss how technology affects our daily lives and how s…
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Your Car Choice Can Make Or Break Your Trip
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Visit How Do You Afford to Worldschool Full Time? E1 to read the script and find links for this episode. Check out World School Tools to find our favorite tools for transportation, housing, connectivity, free flights, insurance virtual mail, going digital, education, language and more! Catch up on our full-time travels on Facebook and see worldscho…
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In today's podcast I chat with some parents whose children have moved on from home education and away from home. Home education can be a particularly immersive way of parenting (for good and for bad!) and it can be a difficult adjustment to move from that intensity and connection to a quieter home when the children leave for college or work. In thi…
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The Art of Budget Travel: Christie's Nomadic Lifestyle
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In this episode of the Our Offbeat Life podcast, we welcome Christie Ogden, a single mom who has been traveling the world with her kids for 13 years. Christie shares her emotional and inspiring story, from struggling to make ends meet in Canada to living in a school bus and traveling through the Dominican Republic and beyond. She discusses the chal…
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#88 - Jack Stewart | Homeschooling and Unplugging for Deeper Human Connections
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Jack Stewart is a grown-up homeschooler. We explore how self-paced learning has shaped his social life and personal development. Jack’s upbringing was guided by his mother’s approach to homeschooling, which fostered meaningful friendships and an entrepreneurial spirit that set the stage for his success. These early experiences of forming deep conne…
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Travel Smart: Extra Ways to Save on Worldschooling
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Writing a home education report with Cheryl from Educational Freedom
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It was great to have Cheryl on to talk us through the process of giving information when requested to the local authority, what most of us think of as 'writing the annual report' (which is a bit of a misnomer as will be revealed in the podcast!). Cheryl guides us through: When and whether to respond The ways to respond What to include What not to p…
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In this episode of Our Offbeat Life, David discusses how over 1.5 million American families homeschool their children, with some taking their classrooms to the high seas. David shares insights on how his family has turned cruising into an educational adventure, balancing traditional learning with unique opportunities offered by the ship's environme…
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#87 Erin Loechner | Opting Out of Technology
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Erin Loechner is a writer, speaker, and the founder of The Opt-Out Family, a movement dedicated to helping families reduce screen time and foster deeper connections. She is the author of The Opt-Out Family: How to Give Your Kids What Technology Can’t, a guide offering practical strategies to reclaim family life from the grip of technology. Erin's o…
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Travel Smart: Budget-Savvy Transportation for Worldschoolers
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Join Amy and I as we make our way through the home education rules and regulations, as they shift and change, in Wales. We talk about: Deregistration Reports Exams Additional Learning Needs Changing government legislation / statutory guidance It's a complicated and very quickly changing environment but involves changes that everyone in home educati…
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Embracing the Unconventional: Kelly Kotanidis on Blending Travel, Education, and Entrepreneurship
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Join David Cole for an inspiring conversation with Kelly Kotanidis in this episode of Our Offbeat Life. Kelly shares her remarkable journey from becoming a traveling family by accident to building successful online businesses. Discover how she balances homeschooling, worldschooling, and entrepreneurship, offering valuable insights into creating a f…
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#86 Shannon Hayes | Sustainable Living and Homeschool Adventures
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Shannon Hayes is a sustainable farmer, author, and chef from Sap Bush Hollow Farm in Upstate New York, where she and her family raise grass-fed livestock using regenerative agriculture. In addition to managing the family farm and café, Shannon homeschools her children and explores themes of slow living, sustainability, and joyful living in her writ…
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Travel Smart: Budget-Friendly Health Care for Worldschoolers
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Join Emma, busy home educating mum of 7, to discuss home educating in Scotland and how it differs from other parts of the UK. Together, Emma and I discuss deregistration, LA checks and reports, as well as exams and home educating children with additional needs. If you enjoy the show, do like and subscribe or leave a comment, wherever you are listen…
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Mastering Homeschooling While Globetrotting: Tips and Insights
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Episode Summary: Welcome to another exciting episode of "Our Offbeat Life," hosted by David Cole. This week, we're diving into the world of travel homeschooling, offering invaluable tips and strategies for blending education with adventure. David discusses how travel can be an enriching educational experience, providing unique learning opportunitie…
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#85 Lily Nichols | Real Food Strategies for Maternal and Infant Health
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Lily Nichols is a renowned dietitian and best-selling author, an expert in prenatal nutrition, and advocates for real food and evidence-based approaches that empower parents to take control of their health. We explore the critical link between a mother's metabolic health during pregnancy and her child's long-term wellness, including the irreplaceab…
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Travel Smart: Money-Saving Hacks for Worldschoolers
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Today's podcast looks at making that transition from home education to university and I am joined by Ossie, a recent graduate from Cambridge who pit stops with us before going on to do his Masters. We talk about making that move from autonomous home education to the more structured university life, as well as talking about workloads, perception of …
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