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Join Nathan every week to hear the latest updates on California politics and how these events relate to the family, homeschool freedom, and religious liberty. California is the frontline of the nation in terms of attacks on these freedoms.
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Episode 132: Socialism and Education (opens the original)
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In this episode, we explore what it means to faithfully steward the freedom we have to homeschool—and how the strength of our individual families can have an impact far beyond our own homes. We discuss: • Why homeschooling families should give their first and best energy to the children God has entrusted to them • How flourishing homeschool families can strengthen the case for homeschool freedom • Why serving our communities begins with faithfully ordering and caring for our own homes • The grow
Episode 131: The End of the Legislative Session (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Family Protection Ministries podcast, Nathan looks at the end of California’s 2026 legislative session and discusses what homeschool families should be watching as bills make their way through the final weeks of the session. The episode begins with a reminder from Ecclesiastes 12:13: “Fear God and keep His commandments.” Nathan discusses the ultimate purpose of education—not simply good grades, safety, or avoiding negative influences, but teaching our children wisdom, godl
Episode 130: Legislative Update and Homeschool Freedom Day (opens the original)
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This week, Nathan Pierce shares a legislative update on the issues impacting California families and homeschool freedom. In this episode, you'll hear: An update on the number of bills currently being tracked and recent legislative amendments. How much time remains before the California legislative session comes to a close. A look at the latest governor's race polling and what it could mean for the future of California. A biblical encouragement from Ephesians 6 on standing firm in the midst of sp
Episode 129: Homeschooling Then and Now (opens the original)
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For 40 years, Family Protection Ministries has been on the front lines defending homeschool freedom in California—and this episode takes a look back at some of the victories that made today's freedoms possible. Nathan Pierce shares the story of a major legislative battle that could have redefined truancy in a way that threatened homeschool families, and reflects on how God worked behind the scenes to bring about an unexpected victory. He also recounts powerful stories from the early days of home
Episode 128: Homeschool Freedom Day and Brazil Court Case (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Family Protection Ministries Podcast, Nathan Pierce discusses the latest developments affecting homeschool freedom in California, across the United States, and internationally. Topics include: Updates on key California legislation, including mandatory kindergarten proposals and changes to the California Department of Education. Why recent homeschool restrictions in Nebraska and Connecticut could signal a broader national trend. A troubling case in Brazil where homeschoolin
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