Ep. 112 - Why Homeschooled Kids Are Better Prepared for an AI World Than Anyone Realizes // Lisa Nehring

My son Lincoln has wanted to be an attorney since he could pronounce the word. Then AI happened — and everything changed. In this episode, Christy-Faith sits down with Lisa Nehring — 30-year homeschool veteran and founder of True North Homeschool Academy — to talk about what jobs AI will replace, which fields are growing, whether college is still worth it, and why homeschool families already have the structural edge. This is Part 1 of 2. 🎁 Free Resource: My Curriculum Recommendations I spill the tea! No paid sponsorship placements! Grab the list, by subject, of the most reputable homeschool programs on the market (in my opinion). 👉 christy-faith.com/download-free-curriculum-recommendations In this episode, you'll learn: What the Fourth Industrial Revolution actually is — and why AI is different from every revolution before it Which white collar jobs are most at risk (and how fast the timeline really is) 8 emerging job areas your kids should be building toward right now What jobs AI can't replace — and why the "empath economy" is quietly exploding The college question: why 25% of colleges are expected to close in the next 10 years What homeschooling gives our kids that no classroom can — and why it matters more than ever How Lincoln is already getting ahead with an accredited bachelor's degree while still in high school What's coming in Part 2: the 5 exact skills every kid needs to succeed in an AI world Sponsors: BJU Press Homeschool ✔ Flexible curriculum to fit your family's needs ✔ Biblical worldview and critical thinking built in ✔ Hands-on learning for every grade level 👉 View Samples CTC Math ✔ Get 50% off my favorite online math program ✔ Adaptive lessons so kids build confidence at their own pace ✔ Teaching, grading, and testing — all done for you! 👉 Free Trial LearningRx ✔ Backed by 35 years of research ✔ Real long-term help with ADHD and dyslexia ✔ Strengthens attention, memory, reading, writing, and math Use code HOME50 for $50 off your cognitive skills assessment 👉 Get $50 Off Your Cognitive Skills Assessment True North Homeschool Academy ✔ Cognia-accredited live online and self-paced courses for grades 6–12 ✔ Dual degree track or tech & trades diploma ✔ Small classes, college-ready rigor, faith-friendly environment 👉 Explore Courses & Get Started Summit Healthshare ✔ Save 40–60% vs. traditional health insurance ✔ See any doctor — no networks, no permission slips ✔ Free labs, office visits, prescriptions on select plans 👉 View Health Plans & Savings Resources mentioned: True North Homeschool Academy — Cognia-accredited live online classes, dual degree program, and flexible self-paced options for grades 6–12 "Something Big Is Happening" by Matt Schumer — must-read article on logarithmic AI change (search Google) The Christy-Faith List — Find homeschool-friendly businesses and providers Thrive Homeschool Community 🌟 SPECIAL GUEST Lisa Nehring 👉 truenorthhomeschool.academy Live online, accredited classes taught by real teachers who keep your student on track (and un-stress you) Connect with Christy-Faith: Instagram: @christy_faith_homeschool TikTok: @christy_faith Website: christy-faith.com Book: Homeschool Rising 🎧 Love the show? Follow, subscribe, and leave a review wherever you listen — it helps more homeschool families find us! (00:00) - Introduction: When AI Changed Our Homeschool (06:24) - Meet Lisa Nehring (07:05) - The Fourth Industrial Revolution, Explained (11:28) - Why This Revolution Is Different (15:38) - Which Jobs Are Actually at Risk (19:22) - Agentic AI: What It Is and Why It Matters (25:13) - 8 Jobs Our Kids Should Know About (30:11) - The College Question (38:48) - The Homeschool Advantage (42:31) - Coming Up in Part 2