Self Directed
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.
Episodes
105 episodes
#88 - Jack Stewart | Homeschooling and Unplugging for Deeper Human Connections
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 a...
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Episode 88
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#87 Erin Loechner | Opting Out of Technology
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 Wh...
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Episode 87
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49:31
#86 Shannon Hayes | Sustainable Living and Homeschool Adventures
Shannon Hayes is a sustainable farmer, author, and chef from Sap Bush Hollow Farm in Upstate New York, where she and her family raise grass-fed livestock using regenerative agriculture. In addition to managing the family farm and café, Shannon ...
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Episode 86
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#85 Lily Nichols | Real Food Strategies for Maternal and Infant Health
Lily Nichols is a renowned dietitian and best-selling author, an expert in prenatal nutrition, and advocates for real food and evidence-based approaches that empower parents to take control of their health.We explore the critical link b...
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Episode 85
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37:21
#84 Marc Wallert | Strength Through Crises: Surviving 140 Days Kidnapped in the Jungle
Marc Wallert is a resilience expert, keynote speaker, and author best known for surviving a 140-day hostage ordeal in the Philippine jungle in 2000. Drawing on this life-changing experience, he helps individuals and organizations build resilien...
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Episode 84
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54:05
#83 Rob Brinded | Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection: Healing Trauma and Reconnecting with the Body
Rob Brinded is an experienced performance coach and healer specializing in the intricate connections between the mind, body, and spirit. With a background in elite sports, including football, ballet, and combat sports, Rob develo...
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Episode 83
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#82 Katia Dimova | Chateau Co-Living
In 2023, we spent a month at a castle in Normandy with over 30 other worldschooling families. There, we met Katia Dimova, the founder of Chateau Co-Living. We spend many long nights talking, laughing, sharing moments, and creating friendships.&...
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Episode 82
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#81 Ken Honda | Happy Money. The Japanese art of Gratitude, Generosity, and Money Mindset
Ken Honda is a renowned Japanese author and speaker celebrated for his personal finance and happiness expertise. Known as the "Zen Millionaire," he combines Eastern philosophies with practical financial advice to help individuals find pe...
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Episode 81
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44:43
#80 Michaeleen Doucleff | Hunt, Gather, Parent - What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About Raising Children
Michaeleen Doucleff is a science journalist and the author of the bestselling book Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans. In her book, Doucleff explores pare...
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Episode 80
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54:50
Da Ladies #11 | Does unschooling work?
Can the question "Does unschooling work?" be inherently flawed?Join us in Episode 11 of Da Ladies Fixing the World as we challenge conventional thinking and dive deep into the philosophy of unschooling. We examine societal pressures and ...
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#79 Tim Feldmann | Ashtanga Yoga: Do Your Practice and All Will Come
Tim Feldmann is the director of Miami Life Center, which he co-founded with Kino MacGregor and Matt Tashjian. He embarked on his yoga journey after a near-fatal accident in 1992 and is authorized to teach by Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and R. Sharath ...
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Episode 79
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53:54
#78 Golden Harper | Barefoot Running with Nature's Secrets
Golden Harper co-founded Altra Running, renowned for its innovative zero-drop shoes, promoting natural foot movement and reducing injuries. We are a barefoot family and love our barefoot sandals, but when it comes to running on man...
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Episode 78
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1:05:26
#77 Genevieve Simperingham | Pathways to Peaceful Parenting
Genevieve Simperingham is a leading parenting educator and founder of the Peaceful Parent Institute. With over two decades of experience, she specializes in attachment-based parenting and emotional intelligence, offering workshops and coaching ...
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Episode 77
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Special Episode: Brendan Kane: How to stand out in a 3 second world
Jesper recorded this episode with Brendan Kane almost two years ago. Initially, we decided not to air it, as it didn't fit with our podcast's direction with both of us as hosts. After our recent episode with Sue Elvis, where she asked us about ...
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#76 Sue Elvis | The Art of Conversation and Lifelong Learning
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite podcasts? Join us for a unique twist as Sue Elvis steps in as our interviewer, flipping the script on your usual hosts, Jesper and Cecilie. Sue brings heartwarming feedback ...
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Episode 76
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Da Ladies #10 | Navigating Unschooling and Authority
In this episode, we explore the balance between personal freedom and societal expectations in unschooling. We discuss the Danish homeschool union, revealing the paradox anarchists face when complying with formal requirements. We also discuss ho...
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#75 Reem Raouda | Parenting Peacefully: Reducing Shouting & Encouraging Cooperation
With a background in early childhood education and experience in overcoming personal parenting struggles, Reem Raouda helps parents build authentic, cooperative relationships with their children. Reem's approach focuses on moving away from cont...
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Episode 75
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#74 Emily Sonsie's Journey: From Primary Teacher to Homeschooling Advocate
Emily Sonsie is an Australian educator and homeschooling advocate. Formerly a primary teacher, who chose to homeschool her children, embracing a lifestyle focused on togetherness, nature, and deep connections. Emily aims to inspire others on th...
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Episode 74
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#73 Deborah MacNamara | Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids
Deborah MacNamara, author of "Nourished: Connection, Food, and Caring for Our Kids (And Everyone Else We Love)," emphasizes the importance of emotional and physical nourishment in child development. As a clinical counselor and educator, she is ...
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Episode 73
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52:34
#72 Nikolaj Astrup Madsen | Traveling village
When you think of family vacations, you might envision crowded theme parks or beachside resorts. But what if the journey itself became a communal adventure? Joining us on the show is Nikolaj Astrup Madsen, one of the founders behind the fascina...
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Episode 72
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56:00
Da Ladies #9 | Navigating Parenting Conflicts
Join us as we dive into parenting conflicts and discover how embracing disagreements can strengthen family bonds. We share our insights on handling conflicts, especially within unschooling and conscious parenting.We discuss Luna's journ...
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#71 Sue Elvis | Intuition and Independence: Unschooling Tips and Practical Advice
Sue Elvis is an Australian author, blogger, and podcaster renowned for her work in the unschooling community. She runs the blog "Stories of an Unschooling Family," where she shares her experiences and insights about unschooling and radical pare...
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Episode 71
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#70 Laura Grace Weldon | Rethinking Education: Unschooling and Parenting in a Digital Age.
Laura Grace Weldon is an acclaimed author and educator known for her book "Free Range Learning." She advocates for holistic, learner-centered education and promotes the benefits of creative, unstructured learning environments. Laura's work emph...
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Episode 70
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#69 Ashley Logsdon | Mama Says Namaste: Nurturing Mindful Connections in Family Life
Ashley Logsdon, founder of "Mama Says Namaste," is a family coach, podcaster, and blogger dedicated to helping families create intentional, meaningful connections. She provides practical advice on parenting, marriage, homeschooling, and work-li...
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Episode 69
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#68 Gregory B. Sadler | Self-Directed Learning in Philosophy: Bridging Ancient and Modern Wisdom
Gregory B. Sadler has taught and designed Philosophy, Humanities, Religious Studies, Literature, and Critical Thinking courses for over 20 years. Jesper became interested in Greg's work when he searched for Self-Directed Learning a...
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Episode 68
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