Show Notes
Bethany Mandel, a homeschooling mother of 6, a writer and host of 'The Mom Wars' podcast, shares how she is surviving travel with her children, teaching them about religion, architecture across history, and the world. She also discusses her view on teenagers and smartphones.
Later, Dana and Bethany highlight a special election in Tennessee that has the entire Congress watching and the growing concerns of congressional members' personal safety.
I Wish Someone Had Told Me: Bethany describes the concerns that American moms have about the economy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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