Radical Learning Talks

In a milestone discussion, the hosts dive into the essence of courage in unschooling and liberated living. They explore how fear signals meaningful challenges and the transformative power of small acts of bravery. Personal anecdotes reveal the journey of moving across continents and the complexities of embracing vulnerability. The conversation illustrates how courage nurtures growth and dreams, emphasizing the importance of community support and the balance between big leaps and small steps. Ultimately, they celebrate stepping into the unknown as a catalyst for expansion.

Explore navigating tough conversations about schooling without straining family ties. Discover why critiques of the school system feel personal and how to honor the good intentions of teachers. The hosts discuss managing pushback while avoiding binary thinking about education. Learn strategies for framing critiques as invitations for curiosity and focusing on the positives of unschooling. Finally, they share insights on supporting kids who may choose school and emphasize the importance of grounding in values.

Explore the delicate balance of parenting as expectations clash with children's individuality. Discover how to nurture conscious, empathetic kids while avoiding the trap of projecting personal dreams onto them. Learn about the impact of technology on developing values and the importance of open communication. Dive into the significance of diverse interactions in shaping a child's character and fostering genuine relationships. Ultimately, it's a journey of supporting independence while confronting parental fears.

Chemay Morales-James, an unschooling advocate and founder of My Reflection Matters Village, shares her journey of transforming education through healing and community. She discusses the importance of slowing down to reconnect with one's true self and the role of intuition in learning. The conversation dives into the power of play in personal growth, the necessity of rest in a fast-paced world, and the interconnectedness of community, land, and healing. Chemay also highlights her efforts in Puerto Rico to create spaces for BIPOC families focused on collective evolution.

Dive into a heartfelt discussion about the essence of trust in unschooling and parenting. Explore the delicate balance between nurturing and control, and how societal pressures shape our beliefs. Acknowledge the power of intuition and somatic awareness to overcome fear. Discover the art of surrendering expectations, fostering deeper connections with children. Embrace mindful observation as a tool for growth and collaboration in family dynamics. Transform parenting into a journey of trust, love, and shared experiences.

In this episode, we respond to our community’s questions from our recent survey. We talk about everything from navigating unsolicited advice, building family cultures rooted in mutual thriving, and supporting kids in burnout, to the complexities of screen time, finding offline community, and whether public schools can truly transform. As always, it’s not about having all the answers - it’s about being in the questions together. Tune in for heartfelt stories, practical reflections, and a peek into how we live, parent, and learn beyond the system.As mentioned in this episode:- You can find information on our Monthly Parent Support Circles here:https://radical-learning.thinkific.com/courses/support-circles- You can find information on The Shift experience here:https://radical-learning.thinkific.com/courses/the-shift-2025- Please consider making a donation to support the production of this podcast here: https://paypal.me/RadicalLearningLLC

What if I’m making the wrong decision for my kid?That question haunts so many of us - especially when we step away from the norm. In this episode, we dive into the fears and self-doubts that often surface when parents begin unschooling or embrace self-directed learning. What if this choice backfires? What if my child doesn’t thrive? What if they blame me later? Together, we explore the deeper roots of these fears - our longing for safety, our survival programming, our cultural conditioning - and we unpack what it means to make choices from alignment rather than fear. We reflect on how parenting, just like life, is a series of adaptations, not a one-and-done path.So if you’re sitting in that in-between space, questioning yourself or feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty, this episode is for you. You're not alone. And this isn't about perfection, it’s about presence, trust, and the willingness to grow.//As mentioned in this episode:- You can find information on The Shift experience here:https://radical-learning.thinkific.com/courses/the-shift-2025- You can find information on our Monthly Parent Support Circles here:https://radical-learning.thinkific.com/courses/support-circles- Please consider making a donation to support the production of this podcast here: https://paypal.me/RadicalLearningLLC

“Can I really do this unschooling thing?”So many parents ask this, and it makes sense. We’ve been conditioned to measure, assess, and perform our parenting. But what if the first step to unschooling isn’t doing anything at all? In this episode, we talk about the pressure to get it right, the deep unlearning this path invites, and the power of pausing. What if unschooling begins with a symbolic sabbatical? A chance to reconnect with your kids, yourself, and the present moment - without the pressure to prove anything.~As mentioned in this episode:- You can find information on The Shift experience here:https://radical-learning.thinkific.com/courses/the-shift-2025- Please consider making a donation to support the production of this podcast here: https://paypal.me/RadicalLearningLLC

Chevanni Davids, an educator, father, and founder of Reimagined Learning, shares his profound insights on unschooling as a sacred journey. He discusses redefining learning through deep authenticity and connection, embracing silence and slowness. Chevanni highlights the need to unlearn oppressive societal norms and offers a new perspective on education, emphasizing community and the beauty of uncertainty. With poetic storytelling, he invites listeners to experience learning as an initiation into presence and the deeper questions of life.

What does it really mean to decolonize education? In this episode, we unpack the colonial roots of conventional schooling and explore how education systems around the world have been used to disconnect people from their bodies, cultures, intuition, and identities. We reflect on how these patterns affect all of us - and what it might look like to reclaim learning, relationships, and wholeness. This is a deeply personal and paradigm-shifting conversation about power, agency, and the possibility of something different.As mentioned in this episode:- You can find information on The Shift experience here:https://radical-learning.thinkific.com/courses/the-shift-2025- Please consider making a donation to support the production of this podcast here: https://paypal.me/RadicalLearningLLC- Please email us at info@radical-learning.org with ny reflection, thoughts, stories or topics you wish for us to explore on the podcast!