The Ladies Fixing the World
Three Moms, One Podcast: Conversations on Unschooling and Parenting
In Season Two of The Ladies Fixing the World, Cecilie Conrad is joined by renowned unschooling pioneers Sandra Dodd and Sue Elvis to redefine what learning can truly look like. Together, they explore the philosophy and practicalities of unschooling—where curiosity, trust, and relationships replace rigid curricula—and how this approach transforms both families and personal growth.
Episodes
17 episodes
S2E5 | Sandra Dodd, Sue Elvis & Cecilie Conrad on Learning to Read & Trusting Unschooling
Sandra Dodd, Sue Elvis, and Cecilie Conrad come together to discuss their personal journeys into unschooling, focusing on natural learning, curiosity, and redefining educational expectations.Sandra shares her transition from a public-sch...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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2:11:33
S2E4 | Unschooling: Trusting the Process and Letting Go of Control
Traditional education is built on judgment—constantly measuring children’s progress against rigid standards. Unschooling offers a different path, one that values curiosity over evaluation. In this episode, Cecilie Conrad, Sue Elvis
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:56:20
S2E3 | Unschooling and Connections: How Learning Is All About Creating a Web of Understanding
How do children learn math without lessons, textbooks, or worksheets?Sandra Dodd, Sue Elvis, and Cecilie Conrad talk about the ways kids pick up mathematical thinking—through games, shared meals, money management, and real-world p...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:36:54
S2E2 | Unschooling: Trust, Autonomy, and the Realities of Learning
What is unschooling? What is it not? And why defining it is so difficult? Sandra Dodd, Sue Elvis and Cecilie Conrad explore how unschooling is not just about rejecting school but fundamentally shifting how families approach learning, trust, and...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:26:58
S2E1 | Unschooling: A Lifestyle of Curiosity, Flexibility, and Trust with Sandra Dodd and Sue Elvis
What if education wasn’t confined to classrooms but instead flourished naturally through life’s experiences?In this episode of Ladies Fixing the World, renowned unschooling pioneers Sandra Dodd and Sue Elvis join Cecilie ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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56:13
S1E12 | Embracing Change & Welcoming New Voices
In this final episode of the first season of "Da Ladies", Cecilie joins Luna, Sara, and Carla as they wrap up their journey. The group reflects on embracing change, honoring priorities, and staying true to their unschooling principles. From nav...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:00:54
S1E11 | 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 explore the philosophy of unschooling. We examine societal pressures and the nee...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:05:11
S1E10 | 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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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:06:11
S1E9 | 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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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:17:32
S1E8 | Embracing Curiosity: Unschooling as a Path to Authentic Learning
Watching my children one lazy afternoon, unburdened by timetables and homework, I was struck by their innate curiosity. We embrace and celebrate this very authenticity in our little ones in our latest podcast episode. With my fellow wise women ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:17:37
S1E7 | Embracing Unschooling: Practical Strategies for Nurturing Self-Directed Learners
We explore practical strategies for nurturing our children's natural curiosity and love of learning. Together with my three friends—Sarah Bealel, Carla Martinez, and Luna Maj Vestergaard, we get hands-on, shedding light on how unschooling unfol...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:23:01
S1E6 | Da Ladies Kinda Hate Christmas
Join Cecilie, Carla, Luna, and Sarah for a heartfelt and insightful discussion about the complexities of Christmas, as we delve into its many layers. In this episode, we confront the often overwhelming emotions associated with the holiday seaso...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:41:43
S1E5 | Challenging Societal Norms: Navigating the Transition to Unschooling
Have you ever considered that societal norms and structures may be limiting your autonomy? Join Cecilie, Carla, Luna, and Sarah as they challenge these conventions and explore the empowering nature of leading a values-based life. W...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:42:12
S1E4 | Exploring Attachment Parenting and Unschooling: A Shift in Perspective
Join us in exploring attachment parenting, respectful parenting, and unschooling, where we examine the strong biological connections and implications in our parenting choices.We unpack the misconceptions around attachment parenting and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:26:31
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S1E3 | Navigating Social Challenges in the Unschooling Journey
Unlock the secrets to successful socialization in the unschooling journey with us, your hosts, Cecilie Conrad, Carla Martinez, Sarah Beale, and Luna Maj. We promise to share our personal experiences, address your concerns, and prov...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:20:11
S1E2 | Unschooling and Parental Judgment
Join us for an in-depth conversation on the complexities of unschooling and the role of parental judgment, featuring Cecilie Conrad, Carla Martinez, Sarah Beale, and Luna Maj. We delve into real-life scenarios like encouraging good...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:51:33
S1E1 | Da Ladies Fixing the world
Buckle up for a deep dive into the world of unschooling - an unconventional approach to education that is more of a lifelong journey than a destination. This is the first episode of 'Da Ladies Fixing the World" featuring Cecilie Co...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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1:44:12
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