The Happy Homeschooler Podcast
The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a digital support group for everyone interested in a learning lifestyle. Join us the second and fourth Friday of each month as our hosts Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones discuss topics like the benefits of homeschooling, finding the right curriculum for you, navigating the line between parent and teacher, and more!
Episodes

Friday Jan 31, 2025
148: How to Choose Homeschool Curriculum
Friday Jan 31, 2025
Friday Jan 31, 2025
It may seem hard knowing how to choose homeschool curriculum, but we're here to help! Today, we break down the process of finding the right homeschool curriculum for your family. From learning styles to budget considerations, we cover the key factors to help you make confident choices. Whether you're just starting out or looking to switch things up, this episode is packed with practical tips to guide you through the decision-making process!
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The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a Transcript Maker Production. It is hosted by Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones, produced by Matthew Bass, and edited by Norah Williams. Our logo is by Norah Williams and our music is by The Great Pangolin.
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Friday Jan 24, 2025
147: ADHD Homeschooling (w/ Lisa Smith of ADHD On Schedule)
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Friday Jan 24, 2025
Today, we interview ADHD expert Lisa Smith to explore how to understand and homeschool a child with ADHD. ADHD Homeschooling can seem daunting, but Lisa shares invaluable insights, practical strategies, and encouragement for navigating the unique challenges and opportunities that come with homeschooling neurodiverse children. Whether you're new to homeschooling or looking for fresh ideas, this conversation is packed with advice to help your child thrive!
SHOW NOTES:
Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpodcast.com
If you have any questions or comments, please email us at happyhomeschoolpod@gmail.com
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Lisa's Info:
website: https://www.adhdonschedule.com
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@adhdonschedule
Parent training program: https://www.adhdonschedule.com/simply-adhd
Free resource: ADHD Essentials Guide: https://www.adhdonschedule.com/ADHD-starter-kit
The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a Transcript Maker Production. It is hosted by Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones, produced by Matthew Bass, and edited by Norah Williams. Our logo is by Norah Williams and our music is by The Great Pangolin.
If you liked this episode, and you’d like to help us grow, leave us a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

Friday Jan 10, 2025
146: The Biggest and Best of 2024
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
In today's episode, we give listeners a taste of the biggest and best of 2024! From inspiring discussions to hilarious anecdotes and insightful advice, this episode showcases the highlights that made 2024 unforgettable. Whether you’ve been with us all year or are just tuning in, it’s the perfect way to revisit our most impactful episodes!
SHOW NOTES:
Visit our website at www.happyhomeschoolerpodcast.com
If you have any questions or comments, please email us at happyhomeschoolpod@gmail.com
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Our Hosts' Favorite Episodes:
141: Getting Kids Outside (w/ Barefoot University)
137: Music Education for Homeschoolers (with Shanan Colvin)
134: Homeschooling with Technology (w/ Meryl van der Merwe)
Our Biggest Episodes:
132: How to Start Homeschooling
136: Frequently Asked Questions About Homeschooling
133: Our Favorite Homeschooling BooksHomeschooling with Technology PodcastJennifer's Book List:The Teenage Liberation Handbook: How to Quit School and Get a Real Life and Education, by Grace LlewellynProject-Based Homeschooling: Mentoring Self-Directed Learners, by Lori PickertFree to Learn, by Peter GrayA Place to Belong: Celebrating Diversity and Kinship in the Home and Beyond, by Amber O'Neal JohnstonUntil the Streetlights Come On: How a Return to Play Brightens Our Present and Prepares Kids for an Uncertain Future, by Ginny Yurich, M.E.d.Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School?: the case for helping them leave, chart their own paths, and prepare for adulthood at their own pace, by Blake BolesSome of the above links are Amazon affiliate links. If you purchase your item through this link, you can help support our podcast at no additional cost to you.
The Happy Homeschooler Podcast is a Transcript Maker Production. It is hosted by Holly Williams Urbach, Melody Gillum, and Jennifer Jones, produced by Matthew Bass, and edited by Norah Williams. Our logo is by Norah Williams and our music is by The Great Pangolin.
If you liked this episode, and you’d like to help us grow, leave us a review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

About Our Hosts
Jennifer Jones (left) is a dedicated homeschool advocate and community leader with over two decades of experience homeschooling her eight children in Marble Falls, Texas. After joining The Happy Homeschooler Podcast as a guest, Jennifer was thrilled to join the podcast as a co-host in 2022. She hopes that by sharing her own experiences on the podcast she is able to make homeschooling more approachable for new families. She believes homeschooling is truly a lifestyle, not just an educational choice, and encourages listeners to embrace it as an adventure for the entire family.
Holly Williams Urbach (center) is a dedicated homeschooling mother of six wonderful people (five of whom are now adults). She began homeschooling in Texas in 1993 when homeschooling was not yet fully legal. She is passionate about the benefits of the homeschooling lifestyle and shares her passion by mentoring new homeschoolers in person, through the local Facebook group she moderates with other seasoned homeschoolers in her community, and by being a co-host of The Happy Homeschooler Podcast.
Melody Gillum (right) and her husband Jon embraced a learning lifestyle back in the early days of the modern home school movement. Teaching and training seven children in all of life, from birth to graduation, was a grand adventure! While the learning lifestyle continues as their family heritage, 34 years of home schooling drew to a close in 2018. Melody seems unable to stop teaching, and currently supports her local community as the elementary director for a wonderful homeschool hybrid program. She is delighted to be a part of The Happy Homeschooler Podcast team!