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Chris and Christine are joined by Sheriff Deputy Jonathan Bransfield just a week after his name made headlines for talking a student down from the ledge of a water tower. Deputy Bransfield discusses his experience as a school resource officer and as a father who recently made the leap to...

Chris and Christine are joined by Missouri State Representative Josh Hurlbert. They discuss the progression of school choice within the state of Missouri and beyond. They also cover the current victory in Kansas after the passing of Women's Bill of Rights that properly defines a "woman" and will protect female...

Chris and Christine have an in-depth conversation with Tricia Hanska on science in education and how Christian education bridges the gap between secular and biblical worldviews. Tricia shares her passion for God’s creation and science, giving insight into how to prepare children to learn about science through a biblical lens,...

Chris and Christine are joined by guest Lucas Miles, pastor and author of The Christian Left and Woke Jesus: The False Messiah Destroying Christianity. Lucas discusses the premises of his published works that cover the gradual socialism and woke ideology that American churches are beginning to adopt in order to...

Chris and Christine discuss some of the stories shared at the Making the Leap 1 Year Anniversary event. Chris and Christine also cover current events featured on The Lion, an online news publication by the Herzog Foundation. They dive into a recent speech given by President Joe Biden at an event to...

We're celebrating one year of Making the Leap! This special episode contains live Q&A from our recent one-year anniversary celebration at the Herzog Foundation. Chris and Christine dive into their personal journey on starting this podcast and hear stories from listeners of how the show has helped them and their...

Chris and Christine are joined by guest Kristin Grubbs, author of Deep End of Public Education. When COVID-19 began to affect her children's schooling experience, Kristin chose to become more involved in their local school district. However, this new involvement in public education opened her eyes to escalating issues, including...

Chris and Christine discuss school choice expansion with AFC Senior Fellow and Founder of Black Minds Matter Denisha Allen. Denisha's home state of Florida recently expanded its school school program, joining multiple other states in passing universal school choice this year. Denisha previously served as School Choice and Youth Liaison...

Chris and Christine discuss various homeschooling styles & communities with homeschool mom Kristin Wahls. Kristin homeschools her two young boys using tools and curriculum from Wild + Free and Charolette Mason Institute, which both prioritize living books and experiences in nature.Kristin is also a member of several homeschooling groups in...

Chris and Christine discuss various homeschooling styles & communities with homeschool mom Kristin Walls. Kristin homeschools her two young boys using tools and curriculum from Wild + Free and Charolette Mason Institute, which both prioritize living books and experiences in nature.Kristin is also a member of several homeschooling groups in...

Chris and Christine are joined this week by Rhode Island mom and IWF Senior Fellow Nicole Solas. When Nicole enrolled her first child in kindergarten, she started asking questions of her local school district. To her surprise, the district wasn't willing to answer her questions and immediately retaliated against her....

Chris and Christine are joined this week by Rhode Island mom and IWF Senior Fellow Nicole Solas. When Nicole enrolled her first child in kindergarten, she started asking questions of her local school district. To her surprise, the district wasn't willing to answer her questions and immediately retaliated against her....

Chris and Christine welcome Matt & Amy Barnard back on the show to discuss their brand new Christian School, Refine KC. Listen to Matt & Amy's previous episode here where they reflect on their decision to leave public school behind. Now that Matt & Amy are over halfway through the...

Chris and Christine share their thoughts on the Christian education movement, discussing how Christian schools are launching and growing across the country. They are joined by Dr. Mark Wilson, head of Santa Clarita Christian School in Santa Clarita, California, who shares his experience in Christian education. Dr. Wilson also discusses...

Chris and Christine discuss some of the tough conversations that are taking place in our society - both inside and outside of Christian schools. This episode explores conversations that can help families choose the right education for this children. Follow Making the Leap on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube. You can...

Chris and Christine are joined by a grandmother, Cathy Cole, who helped her grandchild make the leap to Christian education.  Cathy describes her experience as both a mother and grandmother with experience raising children in public and private school settings. Opinions of public education can differ greatly from generation to...

Chris and Christine welcome IWF's Ginny Gentles back to the podcast! Ginny recently launched her own podcast with IWF called Students Over Systems. Listen to her latest episode with Senator Tim Scott. In addition to hosting Students Over Systems, Ginny also leads IWF's Education Freedom Center. She shares some of the...

Chris and Christine discuss the main draw to public schools, extracurricular activities. Many parents realize that public schools no longer align with their family's values. But they're scared their kids will lose out on activities like prom and athletics if they decide to leave. Why choose between academics and extracurricular activities?...