Continuing their deep dive into the world of non-traditional education, Ryan and Brett explore the fundamental "benefits and challenges" of homeschooling. Building on Ryan's family's experience, the hosts offer a balanced look at the core advantages, such as providing a truly personalized education, fostering deeper family bonds, and navigating the increasingly complex social issues of modern schooling. They also tackle the common obstacles, including managing the significant time commitment, the potential for parental burnout, and addressing the persistent myth of "socialization." Ryan details how his family overcame these hurdles by utilizing co-ops and support networks, providing actionable insight for parents considering or currently engaged in the journey of raising and teaching their children outside of a traditional classroom.

In this episode of the New Adam podcast, Ryan and Brett dive into Ryan's personal story and rationale behind his decision to homeschool his children. Prompted by early negative experiences in public kindergarten, including a lack of parental involvement and exposure to inappropriate language, Ryan and his wife made the pivot to a flexible, hybrid homeschooling approach. They discuss the advantages of having a customized schedule, the challenges faced by the primary caregiver, the critical role of the father as a disciplinary figure and subject-matter resource, and the vital support gained from a strong homeschool community. Ultimately, they reflect on how homeschooling provided a more holistic, personalized, and engaged educational environment that prepared their kids for life and fostered stronger family relationships, offering a compelling alternative to increasingly difficult public school systems.

In this episode of "The New Adam Podcast with Man in the Mirror", Brett and Ryan discuss Brett's recent whirlwind trip visiting Man in the Mirror Asia. Brett shares stories and observations from five countries, highlighting the growth and impact of the ministry in diverse cultural and religious settings. In Malaysia, the ministry is thriving with over 50 groups using the "My Journey" curriculum. Indonesia showcases a powerful multi-generational partnership to disciple Christian men, where local translation of materials is key. The trip to China reveals the great cost and quiet joy of Christianity in a restrictive environment, contrasting the faith's deeply personal value there with its ease in the West. Finally, the visit to Nepal underscores the vast needs and impactful, cost-effective nature of ministry, where local Christians, including the head of Evangelism Explosion Nepal, are joyfully strengthening men's faith despite economic hardship and social pressure. Throughout the conversation, they emphasize that men's core issues and desire for authentic Christian community are universal, regardless of culture or country.