Welcome to Hot Topics! In this episode, host Gabrielle Crichlow and returning guest Alesia Galati discuss Alesia's homeschooling journey and experiences. Alesia, along with her husband, has been homeschooling their two sons for the past five years. They follow a secular curriculum called BookShark, with her husband taking on the role of the primary teacher while Alesia supports the family financially.

The episode delves into various aspects of homeschooling, including socialization concerns, speech therapy, and future plans for transitioning to public school. Alesia shares her initial hesitation about homeschooling due to her past experience of being homeschooled in a cult. However, she now believes that homeschooling works well for her family when approached thoughtfully.

Alesia and Gabrielle discuss the challenges and benefits of homeschooling, emphasizing the flexibility and personalized approach it offers. They also touch upon the importance of resources, support, and regular check-ins to ensure homeschooling meets the needs of the entire family. Alesia shares her son's speech therapy journey, highlighting the significance of professional support in homeschooling.

The conversation also extends beyond homeschooling and touches on the dynamics of gender roles, communication, and collaboration within families.

Overall, this episode sheds light on the homeschooling experience, providing insights into the various factors involved in making educational decisions for children. It is informative for those considering homeschooling and offers a glimpse into the challenges, benefits, and personal growth that can come from homeschooling.

Who is Alesia Galati?
Alesia Galati runs a full-service podcast management company, meaning you record and her team does the rest. She helps business owners launch and maintain lead-generating podcasts. She lives in sunny North Carolina with her husband, two small boys, and a rescue pup. When she’s not working, you can find her either hiking, chasing her kids around, or watching the latest Star Wars with her husband.

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Alesia has a podcast: https://galatimedia.com/podcast/

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Original date of episode: August 2, 2023