Brave Writer
Julie Bogart and Melissa Wiley
Show overview
Brave Writer has been publishing since 2012, and across the 14 years since has built a catalogue of 360 episodes, alongside 8 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 290 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 39 min and 1h — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. It is catalogued as a EN-language Education show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 33 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2023, with 54 episodes published. Published by Julie Bogart and Melissa Wiley.
From the publisher
The Brave Writer podcast is a big juicy conversation about how to bring learning to life for your kids! Julie Bogart and guests talk about how parents and children are partners in the learning adventure, especially when approaching the daunting task of writing. Brave Writer appeals to homeschoolers, educators, and parents who want more out of "school" than merely passing tests. Visit us at http://bravewriter.com and follow along at the blog for show notes: http://blog.bravewriter.com
Latest Episodes
View all 360 episodes353. Only Connect: The Power of Partnership in Homeschooling
352. Handwriting: Why, When, and How to Teach It
351. Hot Pink and the Art Museum
350. Pro Tips for Fabulous Field Trips
349. Preparing for the First Week of Homeschool
348. Kids Don't Learn the Way You Think They Do
347. ADHD and Homeschooling Part 2
346. ADHD and Homeschooling Part 1
345. DIY Writing Retreats for Kids
344. Courageous Divorce: An Interview with Alisha Roth
343. Partnership Writing with Dawn Smith
342. Brave Learning and Academics
341. What If My Child Won't Finish the Lesson?
340. Family Favorites: Resources and Routines Beloved by Melissa’s Kids
339. Facing Our Limits as Parent Educators
338. Narration: It’s Out of This World!
337. Life Skills
336. Do You Suffer From an Adventure Deficit?
335. How to Build Mathematical Imagination Through Everyday Life, Play, and Curiosity
334. Rescuing Reluctant Writers: Brave Writer Online Classes
What if an online writing class didn’t mean Zoom fatigue, rigid schedules, or one more thing to manage?In this episode, Melissa Wiley talks with Kirsten Merryman about what makes Brave Writer’s online classes so different: asynchronous discussions, text-based coaching, warm instructor feedback, and a structure that makes room for all kinds of learners. We explore how real writing growth happens, why parents learn right alongside their kids, and which classes might be the best fit for your family, from Story Switcheroo to Essay Prep, Gamers Write, and Media Literacy.Kirsten Merryman is Brave Writer’s Vice President of Operations and former director of online classes. She is also a longtime homeschooler, writing coach, and curriculum creator who has helped shape Brave Writer’s approach to supporting both parents and young writers.Join us to discover how writing support can feel personal, practical, and surprisingly freeing.Resources:Explore our upcoming Brave Writer class scheduleGot questions about classes? Reach out to us at [email protected] our favorite books for kids and parents in the Brave Writer Book ShopVisit Julie’s Substack to find her special podcast for kids (and a lot more!) Purchase Julie’s newest book, Help! My Kid Hates WritingFind community at the Brave Learner Home Learn more about the Brave Writer Literature & Mechanics programsStart a free trial of CTCmath.com to try the math program that’s sure to grab and keep your child’s attentionSubscribe to Julie’s Substack newsletters, Brave Learning with Julie Bogart and Julie Off Topic, and Melissa’s Catalog of EnthusiasmsSign up for our Text Message Pod Ring to get podcast updates and more!Send us podcast topic ideas by texting us: +1 (833) 947-3684Interested in advertising with us? Reach out to [email protected] with Julie:Instagram: @juliebravewriterThreads: @juliebravewriterBluesky: @bravewriter.comFacebook: facebook.com/bravewriterConnect with Melissa:Website: melissawiley.comSubstack: melissawiley.substack.comInstagram: @melissawileybooksBluesky: @melissawiley.bsky.socialProduced by NOVA