Self Directed

Nov 20 2024 113 ep. 67 mins
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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 of inspiration and practical wisdom. And witness the Conrads' unwavering commitment to living life on their own terms.

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#95 Marta Obiols Llistar | Teacher Turned Unschooler

Nov 20 2024 43 mins  
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 family connections, and thriving ou

#94 Charlotte Addison | Finding Freedom Through Unschooling

Nov 13 2024 59 mins  
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 only markers of success. Instead, pas

#93 Dr. Michael Greger | How Not to Age & How Not to Die: Unlock Longevity with Nutrition Insights

Nov 06 2024 33 mins  
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 for extending both lifespan and he

#92 Christie Ogden | What If It’s Amazing? Nomadic Life & Worldschooling

Oct 30 2024 49 mins  
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 resilience, creativity, and a commitm

Da Ladies #12 | Da Ladies' Final Episode: Embracing Change & Welcoming New Voices

Oct 27 2024 60 mins  
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 beautiful exploration of growth, authent

#91 Carla & David | Worldschooling, Van living and Building Global Community

Oct 23 2024 60 mins  
"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 World School Summit in Granada t

#90 Louisa Andrea | Finding Home in Egypt - A Conversation on Family, Homeschooling, and Growth

Oct 16 2024 51 mins  
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 talk with Louisa Andrea about her m

#89 Jack Stewart | Unplug from the Internet: Homeschooling, Plato, Boundaries & boardGames

Oct 09 2024 61 mins  
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 setting boundaries around internet

#88 - Jack Stewart | Homeschooling and Unplugging for Deeper Human Connections

Oct 02 2024 67 mins  
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 connections outside traditional set

#87 Erin Loechner | Opting Out of Technology

Sep 26 2024 49 mins  
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 other books include Chasing Slow,