The Hannah Frankman Podcast

In this episode, expect to learn about what to look for when choosing a school for your kid. Hannah breaks down the difference between “Institutional” and “child-centric” education and how the latter often leads to improved academic outcomes for children. She also explores how child-centric education utilizes technology and AI to customize curriculum, ensuring that students are able to learn at their own pace and avoid the pitfalls of falling behind that are so common in institutional education.Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:18 - Life Updates0:46 - Exploring Education Options & Philosophy2:48 - The Institutional Teaching Model4:29 - Child-Centric Education8:01 - Classic Examples of Child-Centric Education12:23 - Customizing Education Through Technology20:01 - Improved Academic Outcomes for Child-Centric Education28:06 - What to Look for in a SchoolIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:Acton Academy: https://www.actonacademy.orgWaldorf SchoolsMontessori SchoolsConnect with Hannah Frankman:Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite | http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

Kerry McDonald is a Senior Fellow at FEE and the author of Unschooled and the forthcoming book Joyful Learning.Kerry returns to the podcast to talk about the trends in the microschool movement coming out of the pandemic, why homeschooling and microschooling is on the rise, and how school choice policy is affecting innovation and entrepreneurship in education. We also talk about the models and trends that Kerry is most excited about as she travels across the country interviewing school founders and entrepreneurs on her podcast LiberatEDChapters:0:00 - Intro2:19 - Kerry's new book Joyful Learning7:38 - Entrepreneurship and New Careers in Education15:21 - What Sparked the Proliferation of Alternative Education?25:59 - States Where School Choice is Flourishing30:13 - Concerns About School Choice38:52 - Optimism for the Future of School Choice43:39 - The Rise of the Microschool Movement51:23 - Larger Networks of Microschools57:02 - Adapting Curriculum for Microschools1:00:51 - Microschools for Middle & High School1:03:23 - How Microschools Can Strengthen Communities1:08:34 - How to Connect with Kerry's WorkIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:Acton AcademyPrendaKahn AcademyOrchard Stem SchoolConnect with Kerry McDonald:New Book: Joyful LearningBook: UnschooledX: https://x.com/Kerry_eduPodcast: https://fee.org/liberatedFEE: https://fee.org/people/kerry-mcdonald/Connect with Hannah Frankman:Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite | http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

Dr. Nicholas Ellis is the Founder and CEO of Christian Halls, a local, independent learning community, offering college, skilled trade, and other post-secondary education opportunities.Expect to learn about Nick’s experience growing up homeschooled and going to some of the most elite universities, the genesis of Christian Halls, why the current university system is broken, and how we can save small town America.Chapters:0:00 - Intro5:09 - Small Town America6:04 - Christian Halls13:22 - Using Universities as Vendors18:33 - Why The University System is Broken21:06 - Creating Environments in Smaller Communities28:38 - The Microschool Movement37:24 - The Desire for Community46:21 - Skills Training and Career Preparedness51:42 - How Mennonite Upbringing Influences the work Does56:05 - How to Connect Dr. Ellis and Christian HallsIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:https://christianhalls.org/permianConnect with Nicholas Ellis:Website: https://christianhalls.orgConnect with Hannah Frankman:Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite | http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

Connor Boyack is the author of 50 books, including the popular Tuttle Twins children’s series. He is also president of Libertas Network, a family-centric liberty initiative.Expect to learn about the recent acquisition of Praxis by Libertas Network, building an audience in the education space, the future of Praxis and how the market for college alternatives has changed over the past decade.Chapters:0:00 - Connor Boyack3:16 - The Acquisition of Praxis4:59 - What is Libertas Network?9:11 - How Will Praxis Integrate?12:55 - Building an Audience in the Education Space17:16 - The Early Stages of Building Tuttle Twins23:24 - Creating Propaganda32:06 - Why is the Left More Comfortable with Propaganda?45:51 - The Future of Praxis55:34 - Who is Praxis Right For?1:02:17 - Category Creation1:07:36 - How to Get Involved with PraxisIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:Tuttle Twins BooksLibertas NetworkPraxis10x is easier than 2x - Dan Sullivan & Benjamin HardyConnect with Connor Boyack:X | https://x.com/cboyackWebsite | https://connorboyack.comConnect with Hannah Frankman:X | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite | http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

In this solocast, expect to learn why our education system in America is broken and what we can do to fix it. Hannah explores the lack of advancement in public education in the 21st Century, the ed-tech tools that are making the most impact, and the possibility of progress through AI, LLMs, and microschools.Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:52 - Twitter Battles2:48 - Is Education in America Broken?8:46 - Rejecting the Model10:51 - 20th vs 21st Century Education14:04 - “Learning Science”16:35 - AI and LLMs in Education18:24 - Removing the Teaching Component Out of Education20:34 - The Future of the Classroom23:21 - Company and Community MicroschoolsIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:2 Hour Learning: https://2hourlearning.comConnect with Hannah Frankman:Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite | http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

In this solocast, expect to hear advice for teachers and educators trying to get out of the public education system. Hannah offers options ranging from the micro school movement to one-on-one and online teaching. She also offers direct support by encouraging interested listeners to reach out to her on X.Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:14 Leaving the Public Education System5:47 - Building a Career in Education6:48 - Teachers Leaving Education8:33 - How the System Restricts Teachers12:36 - The Micro School Movement17:11 - Prenda and Primer Networks19:39 - Private and Alternative Options21:14 - Alpha School22:01 - Connecting with Hannah for More Opportunities23:25 - The Private/Charter School Route24:28 - One-on-One Tutoring, and Online Teaching26:49 - Other Options and ProgramsIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:Samantha Westmoreland: A Better Approach to LiteracyClaire Honeycutt: From Academia to HomeschoolingRyan Delk: Growing a Network of MicroschoolsKerry McDonald: Are Microschools the Future of American Education?LiberatED Podcast with Kerry McDonaldActon AcademyPrendaPrimerAlpha SchoolConnect with Hannah Frankman:X | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite | http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

We’re finally doing an AMA episode! Expect to hear Hannah answer listener questions on topics like reading, homeschool curriculum, education reform, socialization, and much more.Chapters:0:00 - Intro0:45 - What Do You Think is the Best Way to Teach a Kid to Read?3:18 - What is the Best Way to Create a Well Rounded Curriculum for Homeschooling Kids8:34 - Can the Education System Can Be Reformed or Do We Need a Different System?11:41 - How Do We Protect Kids in Classrooms from the System Influencers Once Trump Begins the Education Reform Process12:54 - When Do We Trust the Government for Anything Else?13:03 - What Does Private/Public School Provide That Can’t Be Obtained by a Homeschool Family?16:05 - Resources and Recommendations for Teaching Entrepreneurship and Sales Skills to Students18:39 - What is Proper Socialization and Why are Public School Kids Lacking in Social Skills?20:33 - How Can We Create a Student Centric Education System?21:58 - Navigating Low Socialization and Isolation from DisabilitiesIf You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review onApple Podcasts &SpotifyResources Mentioned in this Episode:HFP - Samantha Westmoreland - A Better Approach to LiteracyChildren’s Entrepreneurship MarketConnect with Hannah Frankman:Twitter |https://twitter.com/HannahFrankmanRebelEducator |https://twitter.com/rebelEducatorWebsite |http://hannahfrankman.comFollow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

In this episode, Hannah shares 10 more of her favorite books on education for homeschoolers and their parents. If you’d like to hear Part 1, you can find that here. Chapters: 0:00 - Top Book Recommendations 0:59 - Deschooling Society - Ivan Illich 2:48 - How Children Learn - John Holt 4:36 - Unschooled - Kerry McDonald 6:16 - The Discovery of the Child - Maria Montessori 9:38 - The Last Safe Investment - Michael Ellsberg 13:08 - Why Johnny Can’t Read and What You Can Do About It - Rudolf Flesch 16:44 - The Coddling of the American Mind - Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt 19:48 - The Self Driven Child - William Strixrud & Ned Johnson 22:00 - Changing Our Minds - Naomi Fisher 23:44 - How the Other Half Learns - Robert Pondiscio 25:36 - A Mother’s Reckoning - Sue Klebold If You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Resources Mentioned in this Episode: Deschooling Society - Ivan Illich How Children Learn - John Holt Unschooled - Kerry McDonald The Discovery of the Child - Maria Montessori The Last Safe Investment - Michael Ellsberg Why Johnny Can't Read and What You Can Do About It - Rudolf Flesch The Coddling of the American Mind - Greg Lukianoff & Jonathan Haidt The Self Driven Child - William Strixrud & Ned Johnson Changing Our Minds - Naomi Fisher How the Other Half Learns - Robert Pondiscio A Mother's Reckoning - Sue Kelbold Part 1: My Top Book Recommendations for Homeschoolers Connect with Hannah Frankman: Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankman RebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducator Website | http://hannahfrankman.com Follow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

In this solocast, expect to learn about the recent Tik Tok ban, the social media driven mental health crisis, whether or not these apps are inherently harmful to kids, and the potential for social media to be used with intention for education and personal growth. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:33 - Why Was Tik Tok Temporarily Banned? 3:34 - What is Social Media Doing to Us? 4:14 - The Social Media Algorithm 8:00 - Social Media Driving the Mental Health Crisis 10:02 - The Benefits of Social Media for Young People 17:14 - Using Social Media as a Consumer 18:45 - Using Social Media as a Creator 21:34 - Using Social Media with Intention 24:19 - Should Kids Be Allowed on Social? If You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Resources Mentioned in this Episode: The Anxious Generation - Jonathan Haidt Austin Scholar Substack Don’t Tell Me I Can’t - Cole Summers Connect with Hannah Frankman: Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankman RebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducator Website | http://hannahfrankman.com Follow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.

Ellen Fishbein is a full time editor who has worked with writers like Coleman Hughes, Shane Parrish, and David Perell. She and her team offer coaching via Writing.coach and publish short books via Altamira Studio. Expect to learn Ellen’s 3 Principles of Writing that she wishes were taught in school, the importance of having clear goals before you begin writing, why we should first focus on being persuasive in our writing, and how to begin “deschooling” from the academic writing style. We also talk about how Ellen developed a love for reading and writing at a young age and how parents can encourage passionate children to fall in love with the process of writing. Chapters: 0:00 - Ellen Fishbein 3:24 - Why is Writing So Important? 5:06 - The 3 Principles of Writing 13:30 - What Do we Need to Unlearn from Public School  18:44 - What Really Matters When it Comes to Writing 25:18 - Why is it So Hard to Distill What We Want to Say? 32:25 - Deschooling from Academic Writing 36:44 - Is There Utility to Learning to Write in the Way We Teach in School? 40:30 - Advice for Homeschooling Parents 45:45 - Ellen's Education and Writing Experience 49:44 - The Power of Encouraging Kids to Write 51:39 - Ellen's Current Projects 52:53 - Memes Make Millions Ellen’s 3 Principles of Writing What you say and how you say it. (What you say is most important) Writing is an act of communication with an objective (what do you want the person to think, feel, or do in response to this) Editing is the fun part (Get the first draft down, THEN revise and iterate on what you’re saying and how you’re saying it) If You Enjoy This Show Please Subscribe and Give Us a 5-Star Rating ★★★★★ and Review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Resources Mentioned in this Episode: On Writing - Stephen King The Hemingway App Elements of Eloquence - Mark Forsyth Ask Aristotle - Vishal Sharma & William Jaworski Memes Make Millions - Jason Levin Connect with Ellen Fishbein: Twitter: @EllenRhymes Website: https://ellenrhymes.com Coaching: Writing.coach Publishing: Altamira.studio Connect with Hannah Frankman: Twitter | https://twitter.com/HannahFrankman RebelEducator | https://twitter.com/rebelEducator Website | http://hannahfrankman.com Follow along for conversations on education, lifestyle, personal development, and freedom. All in ardent pursuit of a life well lived.