Episode 48: An Interview With Author Israel Wayne
In this first installment of their two-part interview, Nathan is joined by homeschool author and speaker Israel Wayne to discuss the recent barrage of attacks on homeschooling by major media outlets. There are numerous resources that can help dispel these claims made against homeschooling. These resources are linked below, along with FPM's website:
FPM Website: https://fpmca.org
Michigan Homeschool Organization: https://www.michn.org
WaPo Article About Homeschool Regulations: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/06/michigan-homeschool-regulations-child-abuse/
WaPo Article About evil treatment of homeschooled child by their stepmother: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/interactive/2023/homeschooling-child-abuse-torture-roman-lopez/?fbclid=IwAR27SdKiDBGV-xpEtOvHXaPlKwM4uJNPRk67tVRAFazozUD3B4wOc8zDgkw&itid=lk_interstitial_manual_5
WaPo Article about Dr. Brian Ray: https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2023/12/11/brian-ray-homeschool-student-outcomes/
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Episode 47: Responding to Homeschool News With Dr. Brian Ray
This week on the Frontline, Nathan is once again joined by Dr. Brian Ray, President of the National Home Education Research Institute (NHERI). In this interview, they discuss some of the most recent accusations made against homeschooling families and the homeschooling community at large by outlets such as the Washington Post. Dr. Brian Ray shares some of the results from his most recent and now largest study on homeschooling and child safety.
For more information on FPM, visit https://fpmca.org
For more information on NHERI and their work, visit https://www.nheri.org
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Episode 46: Be A Sender!
This week on the Frontline, Nathan is joined by his wife Betsy! They discuss the many ways that busy homeschool moms can still make a difference, even if they are unable to directly take part in advocacy. Being a sender can mean many things, whether it's writing letters, providing support for others to take part in advocacy, or even creating independent groups for advocating together!
Betsy shares helpful tips and encouragement on all of these topics and more, and we hope this episode can serve as an encouragement to you and your homeschool groups.
For more information and to read Betsy's full article, visit https://fpmca.org/sender/
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Episode 45: A Discussion of Homeschool Freedom with Andrew Pudewa
This week on the Frontline Podcast, Nathan interviews Andrew Pudewa on homeschool freedom, along with some family tips and IEW history.
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Episode 44: Celebrating One Year!
This week marks the first birthday of the Frontline Podcast !
In today's episode, Nathan discusses Acts 16, and encourages us to remember that we still have many more freedoms than in nearly all of history, and that even in the worst of circumstances, God is still our refuge.
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Episode 43: Is God Still Our Refuge?
This week on the Frontline, Nathan shares some Scripture verses that serve as an encouragement to persevere in standing firm for Biblical values and for our Christian faith. Psalm 73 tells us that those far from God will perish. But what about those near to Him? Has He forgotten us? Remembering what God has done reminds us of His faithfulness to continue protecting us in the future. Nathan also recalls an amazing story of God's provision in protecting our freedoms. Nathan also shares news about some opportunities for us to engage in the work God is using today to protect us.
For more information on the events Nathan discussed, follow the links below:
FPM's Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/
Whistle-Stop Tour: https://www.cheaofca.org/whistle-stop-andrew-pudewa/
Capitol Day 2024: https://fpmca.org/2023/05/23/cap2024/
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Episode 42: Protecting Homeschool Freedom and Christian Education
Christian Education Vs. Non-Christian Education — does it matter? Nathan talks about the differences and how FPM protects all private homeschooling and all Christian education - particularly when it comes to teaching God’s truth about the family, gender, and marriage. In other words, FPM protects the right to teach about the family as designed by God. Nathan also talks about the Capitol Annex Project, Capitol Day, and what to expect when the legislative session resumes on January 3rd.
For more information on these upcoming events, visit the links below:
https://fpmca.org/2023/05/23/cap2024/
https://fpmca.org/2023/10/05/whistle-stop-tour-coming-your-way/
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Episode 41: Romeike Family News & A Mid-Session Summary
This week on the Frontline, Nathan gives an update on the Romeike family's legal situation as they have sought to retain their rights to homeschool their children here in the United States. Nathan then discusses AB 249 and AB 1057, two of FPM's critical bills, in more detail now that the first year of the session has ended. Finally, Nathan gives an overarching summary of the state of homeschool freedoms and parental rights in California after this incredibly busy year.
Please continue to pray for FPM and our work in and out of the Legislature as we work to defend homeschool freedoms here in California. Please consider donating to FPM to support our work. Your support makes this ministry possible!
Follow these helpful links to learn more about the topics Nathan discussed in this episode:
HSLDA Article on Romeike Family: https://hslda.org/romeike-update
FPM's Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/
AB 1057 Summary: https://fpmca.org/ab1057/
FPM's Donate Page: https://fpmca.org/donate
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Episode 39: An Interview With Michael Ramey
This week on the Frontline, Nathan interviews Michael Ramey of the Parental Rights Foundation. They discuss some of the overarching issues with AB 957 and its detrimental effect on parental rights. They also discuss a major court case regarding parental knowledge of gender issues with their children in public schools. For more information on the topics discussed here, visit https://fpmca.org and read more about what we do here in the state of California.
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Episode 40: AB 1078 & The Romeike Family
This week on the Frontline, Nathan breaks down what Assembly Member Corey Jackson's Curriculum bill, AB 1078, means in the larger picture of parental rights. Following that discussion, Nathan gives an explanation of how this bill connects to the case of the Romeike family and their struggle against the German and American government to maintain their freedom to homeschool.
To learn more about FPM and about the upcoming Whistle-Stop Tour with CHEA and Andrew Pudewa, visit https://fpmca.org
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Episode 38: The End of the Legislative Session Has Arrived
In this episode of the Frontline, Nathan gives an update from the Capitol grounds on the last few actions the Legislature made on critical legislation before the end of their session yesterday. Following that on-the-ground update, Nathan gives a review of the most impactful legislation that FPM faced during this session, dividing these bills into two major camps: homeschool legislation and parental rights legislation.
To find out more about the bills Nathan discussed, visit www.fpmca.org/billtracker
We here at FPM want to give a big thank you to all of our supporters during this session, and we pray that this time in between sessions will be a time of recovery and preparation.
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Episode 37: Home Visitation Programs and How We Make a Difference
This week on the Frontline, Nathan gives a summary of AB 1057, one of the bills we are fighting during this legislative session. AB 1057 creates a voluntary system of home visits for new parents, with the state intending to invest in continuously expanding the program over the next several years. Nathan discusses the issues with this policy, even in a voluntary form, and how we oppose it. Nathan also discusses some examples of Christian involvement in local politics, and the difference that it is making in California.
Learn more about FPM and our work in the State Capitol by visiting https://fpmca.org
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Episode 35: Four Points of Legislation Engagement
This week on the Frontline, Nathan explains the four engagements that FPM practices to make an impact on legislation. These engagements are detecting, analyzing, monitoring and intervening in legislation that may be a threat to homeschool freedoms. These actions allow us to build and organize opposition to dangerous legislation. Follow these links below to learn how each of these parts of FPM's work fit into these four methods of engagement:
Bill Tracker: https://fpmca.org/billtracker/
How to find a bill: https://fpmca.org/findabill/
Life Cycle of Legislation: https://fpmca.org/life-cycle-of-legislation/
Capitol Day Information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGx7hd5jD9hANpl8SQLKt4hJVtyHU3ZjkPWh6cAvboknLB0A/viewform
Advocacy Book Online: https://fpmca.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Advocacy-Book-230511-FINAL.pdf
Advocacy From Home: https://fpmca.org/advocacyfromhome/
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Episode 36: The Fight Is On
Nathan Pierce talks about the differences between Policy and Fiscal Committees, and we hear Matt Walsh talking about staying and fighting for California, a mother suing a public school district over the infringement of parental rights, and a former legislator with a prison sentence, today on The Frontline with FPM.
Here are the links to the stories and videos covered in today's episode:
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/L2jw1UtQoW0
https://www.foxnews.com/media/california-school-district-settles-mother-after-school-transitioned-daughter-without-consent
https://californiaglobe.com/fr/former-la-councilman-mark-ridley-thomas-challenges-guilty-verdict/
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The Frontline Episode 34: What Freedoms Do You Care About?
This week on the Frontline, Nathan talks about how people voicing their opinions on bills changes whether they get passed into law or not, looks at Senator Scott Wilkes, article "California’s war on parents", and asks the question once again: What freedoms do we care about and are we willing to pledge our lives, our fortunes, and our secret honor to protect those freedoms as the founders did in the Declaration.
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Freedom Watch: August 25th, 2023
This month on Freedom Watch, Nathan and John discuss the latest in public school news as students return to school, including an ongoing battle pitting school boards and parents against the Governor and Head of the Department of Education. John notes that "courage is contagious", and that making the effort to stand up for truth even when you're alone can lead to massive change.
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Legislative Update: December 7th, 2022
The California Legislature has begun a new two-year session! New proposed legislation is now beginning to stream into our state capitol in Sacramento. Please pray for FPM and our partners as we work to defend homeschool families against any legislation that threatens homeschool freedom and parental rights.
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Episode 0: Welcome to the Frontline
Family Protection Ministries is launching a podcast!
Join Nathan every week to hear the latest updates on California politics and how these events relate to the family, homeschool freedom, and religious liberty. California is the frontline of the nation in terms of attacks on these freedoms.
For more information about Family Protection Ministries, visit our website at www.fpmca.org, and check out the video podcast on our YouTube channel.
Subscribe to our audio podcast on Audible, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts.
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November 21, 2022
This week, we look into the results of the 2022 midterm elections, and what it means for homeschool families and freedoms in California.
Join Nathan every week to hear the latest updates on California politics and how these events relate to the family, homeschool freedom, and religious liberty. California is the frontline of the nation in terms of attacks on these freedoms.
For more information about Family Protection Ministries, visit our website at www.fpmca.org, and check out the video podcast on our YouTube channel.
Subscribe to our audio podcast on Audible, Spotify, or wherever else you get your podcasts.
Freedom Watch: November 18th, 2022
Join Nathan, Rebecca, and John as they discuss the results of the 2022 Midterm Elections and the impact that they will have on homeschool freedoms, families, and religious liberty in the upcoming legislative session.
For more information on FPM and our mission, visit www.fpmca.org
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SB 866 Update: August 29th
Here is the latest update on SB 866. For more information visit www.fpmca.org/sb866
SB 866 Update: Last Day of the Legislative Session!
Today is the last day of the legislative session! That means that it is the last opportunity for SB 866 to be voted on before "dying" by default. Please pray for Nathan and for your Assembly Members as they could be considering this legislation. For more information visit https://fpmca.org/sb866/.
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Why Do Homeschoolers Oppose SB 866?
For more detailed explanation of the opposition points to SB 866, and for instructions on contacting your legislator to voice your position, visit our website at www.fpmca.org/sb866
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No Vote Was Taken On SB 866 Today
No vote was taken on SB 866 today. The next possible vote could be on Monday, August 22nd at their 1 p.m. floor session.
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Please Pray For Today's Floor Session
SB 866 may come up for a vote today. Please keep the legislators that may be voting on this bill today in your prayers. Pray that they would have wisdom in this decision.
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