Episodes

Last Minute Christmas Gifts ~ Episode 483 hat do you do for that hard to buy for person? How about some great last minute Christmas gifts? Over the years I have a list of great things to help you without much planning or spending lots of money! I have found that personal gifts are difficult to buy but my best buying tip is to think about things they may enjoy eating. One year we gave away mason jars filled with ingredients to make cookies. Layered looks nice, but baggies are more practical esp...

Short Cuts – Hints & Holiday Tips by Felice Gerwitz Discover tips for stress free holidays with careful planning and creative entertaining ideas that wow your guests every time. How does Felice Gerwitz tirelessly entertain 20+ guests of all ages, use real dishes, cloth tablecloths & napkins with home-made napkin rings, and still remain sane after the last guests have left? With some careful planning, cooking ahead and getting some amazing deals and after holiday sales, Felice pulls off the Mart...

Top Ten Movies For Christmas ~ Episode 509 What movies make it to your top ten movies for Christmas? I wonder if our lists are similar. In this podcast, I will share my favorite movies and how I use them to teach deeper truths. As my children say, “Mom can make anything into school!” Hurry, our offer won’t last. Get our Advent Calendar, with Scripture verses and suggestions for notes from Mom and Dad all 24 days leading up to Christmas. When you think of movies, you may have a particular type...

Last Minute Planning For The Holidays ~ Episode 508 Here we go; the holidays are upon us, and now is the time to fine-tune that list and get to the last-minute planning. I have a sure-fire way to keep you on track, and I will share this method with you on today’s episode! Thanks to our 10th birthday celebration sponsors. Check out our Homeschool Matters free eBook here Catch these great podcast: Last Minute Thanksgiving Treats Great Gifts Kids Can Make Thanksgiving Crafts Have you looked at ...

Taking the Mystery Out of Teaching History in Your Homeschool How can you move beyond dry dates and dull textbooks and make history a favorite subject in your homeschool? In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, Felice Gerwitz is joined by longtime friend and fellow homeschool mom Meredith Curtis to talk about teaching history in a way that sparks excitement and long-term retention—from the early years all the way through high school. You’ll hear practical ideas for using biographies, co-op...

Last-Minute Thanksgiving Treats ~ Episode 482 With Felice Gerwitz | Vintage Homeschool Moms Podcast Thanksgiving is right around the corner—and if you’re short on time (and energy), don’t panic! In this episode, Felice shares her best-kept secrets for quick, easy, and budget-friendly treats that will wow your family and guests. From no-bake goodies to festive finger foods, these recipes are perfect for busy homeschool moms who still want to make the holiday special. 🦃✨ 🎧 Listen now: Last-Minut...

Are you ready to transform your homeschool with Thanksgiving activities that tie into faith and strengthen your family’s bond with God? In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, we’ll explore fun activities, hands-on crafts, and meals that celebrate gratitude through Scripture and nature. Tune in for practical ideas that make thankfulness a joyful family tradition—don’t miss it! Thanksgiving Activities: Faith-Filled Homeschool Ideas for Gratitude Welcome back to Vintage Homeschool Moms! As a...

Extracurriculars That Count: Turning Passions Into High School Credit Wondering how to fit electives, sports, and real-life experiences into your teen’s transcript—without losing your family’s mission (or your mind)? In this episode, Felice Gerwitz, host of the Vintage Homeschool Moms podcast shares practical, faith-first ways to weave extracurriculars into high school for credit. From shadowing professionals and Toastmasters to ministry, sports, entrepreneurship, and even scuba, Felice shows ...

Time Management Parents Episode 412 There is hope! Are you ready for time management that will help you to reclaim your day and feel good at the end? Is this too good to be true? No, it is a reality, and if I can do it, you can as well. How does it happen? Well, very easily with one sheet of paper and four squares. Today I will help you figure out the main issues that steal your time and the hope on how to reclaim it. Thanks to our sponsor CTCMath, a wonderful Math curriculum for the entire fa...

Homeschool parents, if you’ve ever sifted through conflicting homeschool research studies, wondering which ones hold water – or dreamed of guiding your child toward a winning homeschool science fair project – this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms is your essential guide. Host Felice Gerwitz reunites with Dr. Brian Ray, president of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI), for their third discussion. They dissect fun topics, such as quantitative homeschool research, and confront ...

Can you truly have peaceful homeschooling when you are dealing with kids daily? I’m here to say, yes, it’s possible! In this episode, I’ll share the reality of homeschooling through the years. Welcome to Vintage Homeschool Moms, the podcast where we believe homeschooling can be a blessing, not a battleground—no rainbows or perfectly run household promises, just real talk. I’m your host, Felice Gerwitz—yes, the mom who’s been there with coffee stains on my shirt and a prayer on my lips. Today, w...

Today, we discuss unlocking homeschool grad success. Imagine this: You’ve poured your heart, late nights, and endless patience into homeschooling your kids. But as they step into adulthood, you wonder—did it really work? Spoiler alert: The data says a resounding yes. Join me and my special guest, Dr. Brian Ray, as we discuss his cutting-edge research. Unlocking Homeschool Grad Success: What Research Reveals About Thriving Adult Homeschoolers ~ Episode 569 Homeschool Grad Success, host Felice Ge...

Discover homeschool curriculum tips and confessions in Episode 568! Learn what works, what flops, and how to choose the best homeschool curriculum for your family. Curriculum Confessions – What Worked and What Flopped ~ Episode 568 Why the Right Homeschool Curriculum Matters Welcome back to Vintage Homeschool Moms! I’m Felice Gerwitz, your host and a homeschool mom of 32 years. I know, I sound way younger! (I hope you think that!) Listen, I’ve learned so much through trial, error, and some am...

Are you homeschool curious or ready to make a big life change? Meet Morgan Bergstrom, a mom of four who left her corporate job to homeschool and created BaseCampEd to connect families. In this episode, she shares her real, no-filter journey from working mom to homeschool life. Homeschool Curious: Morgan Bergstrom’s Journey from Corporate to Homeschooling Welcome to Episode 567 of Vintage Homeschool Moms, hosted by Felice Gerwitz. In this episode, Felice interviews Morgan Bergstrom, a mom of fo...

Please follow me on iTunes or your favorite app! Running Your Family Like a CEO – Vintage Homeschool Moms Episode 269 Have you ever thought about running your family like a business? In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, Felice Gerwitz explores how the principles of strong leadership, organization, and accountability that make companies thrive can also help families flourish. As a wife, mom, and entrepreneur, Felice realized that while her husband’s business ran efficiently, sometimes f...

Homeschooling After Public (or Private) School How to Make the Transition Peaceful & Productive Vintage Homeschool Moms — Episode 79 (Replay) Host: Felice Gerwitz — author, publisher, and your weekly encourager for living a Christian life where every moment counts. Big question: How do you bring a child home from a traditional classroom without losing your relationship—or your sanity? Episode snapshot Felice talks with guest Michelle Pohl, a mom who transitioned her fourth-grader (and kinde...

Are you ready to take your homeschooling up a notch? Fine-tuning your homeschool day takes no time but just a little bit of effort. In this podcast, Felice Gerwitz shares how to balance and structure your day with flexible alternatives. Fine-Tuning Your Homeschool Day – Balancing Structure and Flexibility ~ Episode 566 Welcome back to Vintage Homeschool Moms! In this follow-up to our episode, A Great Start to Your Homeschool Day, we’re diving deeper into creating a homeschool pace that works f...

What are your goals for this school year? I bet you want a great start to your homeschool day, and in this podcast, we discuss ways to take control of the chaos or schedule overload and enjoy a successful day every day. Join your host, Felice Gerwitz, and listen in for key points and a quick quiz to get you started. A Great Start to Your Homeschool Day Thanks to our sponsor! CTCMath.com – yes, they are an amazing math company and I can attest to it as my grandchildren and now using it and love ...

Must-Know Life Skills – Episode 343 Sponsored by CTCMath.com Get a free trial! In today’s world of instant information and smartphone convenience, many young people are growing up without the practical and personal life skills they truly need. In this episode of Vintage Homeschool Moms, we roll up our sleeves and talk about the must-know life skills every child should learn before adulthood. Life skills aren’t just about survival in the wilderness—they’re the everyday habits, disciplines, and ...

Do you have to nag your teen to complete their schoolwork, do the laundry, or get up in the morning? If so, this podcast is one you both need to hear. What are those prerequisites for a long-lasting and satisfying career? Tune in to find out. Prerequisites for a Long-Lasting and Satisfying Career ~ Episode 564 Welcome to Vintage Homeschool Moms, I’m your host, Felice Gerwitz, and today we’re continuing our discussion on AI, Tech Jobs, and Blue-Collar Workers with part two: exploring the prereq...

When you think about AI, tech jobs, and blue-collar workers, are you fearful or full of hope? In this episode, we will tackle the question that many homeschool parents wonder. Is college worth all the money? Join me as we explore this topic and how it may impact your children in the near future. AI, Tech Jobs, and Blue-Collar Workers ~ Episode 563 Welcome to Vintage Homeschool Moms. Today, we are going to discuss the joys, challenges, and prepare our kids for the future. I love to think I home...

Homeschool Pitfalls and Help ~ Episode 486 Homeschooling is the right choice, but how do you avoid the homeschool pitfalls that will sabotage your success? In this podcast, veteran homeschool mom Felice Gerwitz shares her thirty-two years of experience with you! Visit the Media Angels website for books, and bundles, especially the self-paced set, “How-to-Homeschool Blueprint.” Did you know that I was hesitant to try homeschooling? When I heard a friend mention her hopes of homeschooling, I ta...

Fall Learning Starts Now ~ Episode 504 When does fall learning start? It starts now. Before long, we will turn over the calendar (or swipe right or up) on a digital device and see that the holidays are approaching. We have a fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas…three in a row! What is a busy homeschool mom to do? In this episode, Felice shares how she prepares for the active months with an action plan. Thanks to our ongoing sponsor, CTCMath.com, and their excellent math curriculum for grades K-12...

How To Homeschool High School – Episode 367 Are you new to homeschooling, or perhaps entering those high school years? Do you wonder how to homeschool high school? In this episode, Felice Gerwitz and Vicki Tillman (The Homeschool Highschool Podcast) discuss how to get started and the information you need to know! Visit Vicki Tillman and the 7-Sisters at 7SistersHomeschool.com SO you want to know how to homeschool high school…well, you came to the right place. Today’s wonderful guest is a super...