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The Frontline
by Family Protection Ministries
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.
Episodes
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Episode 134: The Fight for Freedom
In this episode of The Frontline with Family Protection Ministries, we take a look at several important developments affecting homeschool freedom and parental rights. Topics discussed include: • California’s Private School Affidavit and the annual October 1–15 filing window • A proposal to expand...
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Episode 133: The Return of the MHSA
In this episode of The Frontline with Family Protection Ministries, Nathan Pierce looks at the current fight over homeschool freedom and why families need to understand both the history behind these freedoms and the legislative battles happening right now. Nathan begins by reflecting on…
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Episode 132: Socialism and Education
In this episode, we explore what it means to faithfully steward the freedom we have to homeschool—and how the strength of our individual families can have an impact far beyond our own homes. We discuss: • Why homeschooling families should give their first and best energy to the children God has...
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Episode 131: The End of the Legislative Session
In this episode of the Family Protection Ministries podcast, Nathan looks at the end of California’s 2026 legislative session and discusses what homeschool families should be watching as bills make their way through the final weeks of the session. The episode begins with a reminder from...
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Episode 130: Legislative Update and Homeschool Freedom Day
This week, Nathan Pierce shares a legislative update on the issues impacting California families and homeschool freedom. In this episode, you'll hear: An update on the number of bills currently being tracked and recent legislative amendments. How much time remains before the California…
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Episode 129: Homeschooling Then and Now
For 40 years, Family Protection Ministries has been on the front lines defending homeschool freedom in California—and this episode takes a look back at some of the victories that made today's freedoms possible. Nathan Pierce shares the story of a major legislative battle that could have redefined...
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Episode 128: Homeschool Freedom Day and Brazil Court Case
In this episode of the Family Protection Ministries Podcast, Nathan Pierce discusses the latest developments affecting homeschool freedom in California, across the United States, and internationally. Topics include: Updates on key California legislation, including mandatory kindergarten proposals...
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Episode 127: Freedom Isn't Free
In this episode, Nathan begins with a biblical look at prayer through the book of James and discuss why Christians are called to seek God's wisdom during difficult times. He then examines growing efforts to increase government oversight of homeschooling, including recently passed legislation in...
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Episode 126: Floor Session Deadlines and Long-Term Politics
In Episode 126, the discussion focuses on legislative floor-session deadlines, the pressure lawmakers face during rapid voting periods, and how long-term political change often happens through gradual, incremental steps. The episode opens with reflections from Proverbs and Ecclesiastes…
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Episode 125: Newsom vs. California Unions and Education
In this episode, Nathan from Family Protection Ministries breaks down several major issues unfolding in California and beyond. We discuss: The growing push to return California state employees to in-person work Union resistance to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s return-to-office policies Concerns about...
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Episode 124: Connecticut and California Legislation-Why It Matters
Nathan Pierce opens by reading from Book of Psalms and talks about how people can feel overwhelmed by politics and culture, but says Christians should remember that God is still faithful even during difficult times. The first major topic is a homeschooling bill in Connecticut. Nathan explains…
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Episode 123: What These New Bills Mean for Your Kids’ Education
In this episode, the host dives into a growing trend of legislation across multiple states that could have major implications for families—especially those who homeschool. The discussion focuses on several proposed bills that, while not yet in California, may soon make their way there. These…
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Episode 122: District Office Training Visit!
Today's episode discusses an upcoming district office visit training event designed to help homeschool families learn how to confidently engage with their legislators. Nathan Pierce and Jennifer Avila walk through exactly what the training will look like, what you’ll experience during a real...
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Episode 121: The Bad Bill Report Part 2
In this episode, Nathan from Family Protection Ministries unpacks current legislation in California that could impact homeschool freedom and parental rights. He highlights how this season—often called “Hell Month”—brings a surge of bills, some of which increase government oversight in education,...
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Episode 120: Beyond the Bills: Who Has Jurisdiction Over Your Child?
In this episode, we explore jurisdiction—the biblical idea that authority is given by God, limited, and assigned to specific spheres like the family and civil government. When those lines are clear, freedom is protected. When they are blurred, power begins to drift—usually toward the state. We...
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Episode 119: Cesar Chavez and Assembly line-ing Children
This episode opens with a discussion on Cesar Chavez, acknowledging his advocacy for farm workers while also examining concerns about his leadership and encouraging Christians to evaluate public figures with discernment rather than blind admiration. Nathan then shifts to California bill AB 1631,...
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Episode 118: Tracking Your Kids Cradle through Career
Nathan Pierce opens with a passage from the Gospel of Mark, reflecting on the importance of prayer as we face both spiritual and practical battles. He then examines current legislative efforts in California to expand large-scale government data systems that track individuals’ education and life...
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Episode 117: Supreme Court Says California Can't Keep Parents In The Dark
Nathan Pierce opens with a reflection from Lamentations, reminding listeners that even when cultural and legislative battles seem discouraging, God’s faithfulness remains constant. He then discusses AB 1955 and the ongoing conflict over whether schools can keep information from parents when...
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Episode 116: The Legislative Process and FBI Raid
Nathan Pierce begins the episode by walking through Psalm 111, highlighting the importance of remembering God’s works, fearing the Lord, and trusting His faithfulness in uncertain times. He then turns to the start of California’s legislative session, explaining the sheer volume of bills…
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Episode 115: The Bad Bill Report Part 1
In this episode, Nathan with Family Protection Ministries gives an update from the California State Legislature as the bill introduction deadline hits and hundreds of proposals are being filed. He begins with AB 1631, the mandatory kindergarten bill, explaining how it mirrors past efforts and why...
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Episode 114: Redefining Marriage, NFL Halftime, & Rapid-Fire Bills
In this episode, Nathan Pierce addresses growing cultural and global challenges to marriage and the family, highlighting recent developments overseas that reflect shifting definitions of marriage and increasing restrictions on speech related to biblical beliefs. He explains why these trends…
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Episode 113: School Choice, Parental Authority, and the Cost of "Free" Education
In this episode of The Frontline with Family Protection Ministries, Nathan talks about the biblical foundation of the family and why parental authority is increasingly being challenged in today’s culture. He also discusses on the deeper worldview issues driving current debates over education,...
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Episode 112: Capitol Day 2026
In this episode, Nathan goes into an overview of Capitol Day and the value it has for homeschool freedom in California as well as the benefits of visiting local district offices in California at the local level. Apply for Capitol Day 2027:...
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Episode 111: Legislative Update 2026!
In this episode, Nathan Pierce breaks down a major California redistricting court ruling and why it matters for elections, representation, and political power moving forward. A federal court has allowed California’s newly redrawn congressional maps to stand, setting the stage for significant...
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Episode 110: 2025 in Review
In this year-end episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce looks back on God’s provision throughout 2025 and celebrates that FPM surpassed its Giving Tuesday goal. He shares how your prayers, support, and engagement made key legislative victories possible as California prepares for another...
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Episode 109: California 2025 Legislative Recap
In this year-end episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce reflects on God’s faithfulness, the importance of biblical freedom, and the responsibility of parents to disciple their children. He shares key legislative victories from 2025, including protecting homeschool families from student…
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Episode 108: Homeschool Battles and the Future of Freedom
In the second half of Nathan's interview with Mike Smith, they walk through the intense 2018 legislative fight sparked by an abuse case mischaracterized as a homeschool issue. Massive mobilization by homeschool families—thousands making phone calls, as well as over 3,000 showing up at the Capitol...
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Episode 107: Homeschooling in California ft. Mike Smith of HSLDA
In this episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce interviews Mike Smith, co-founder and former president of HSLDA. Mike shares how he first discovered homeschooling in the early 1980s through Dr. Raymond Moore, leading his family to begin homeschooling and eventually drawing him into early...
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Episode 106: The Rise of Marxist Education
In today's episode, Nathan and Robert discuss the book "Woke and Weaponized," a must-read about the influence of Marxism on American public education. They explore the historical context of socialism and the ideological battle surrounding family, religion, and private property and emphasize the...
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Episode 105: CC's Robert Bortins on School Choice
In today's episode, Nathan is joined by Robert Bortins, the CEO of Classical Conversations. They discuss the effects of government funding on education, highlighting how such interventions lead to increased costs and decreased quality. They warn against the dangers of government involvement in...
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Episode 104: Religious Freedom and Education
In today’s episode, Nathan and Jim delve into the Supreme Court case Machmood v. Taylor, highlighting the conflict between educational policies in Maryland and the religious rights of parents. They discuss how a school district's decision to teach controversial subjects led to a legal battle over...
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Episode 103: Jim Mason, the President of HSLDA
In this episode, Nathan is joined by Jim Mason, president of the Homeschool Legal Defense Association (HSLDA), who shares his journey into homeschooling advocacy, the evolution of homeschool freedom in the United States, and the current challenges faced by homeschooling families. They discuss...
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Special Episode: ELECTION ALERT!
In this bonus episode, Nathan Pierce gives an important election update focused on Proposition 50 — a ballot measure that could significantly impact parental rights and homeschool freedom in California and beyond. Nathan breaks down the background of former Senator Pan’s past legislation, why…
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Episode 102: Legislative Update and Remembering Voddie Baucham
In this episode, Nathan Pierce of Family Protection Ministries shares important legislative updates on California bills AB 727 and AB 495—two measures recently signed into law that impact families and parental rights. While we’re thankful for key amendments that protect private homeschoolers…
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Episode 101: Raising up a Generation for Truth
In this second half of Nathan Pierce’s conversation with Mike Schutt of Worldview Academy, they dive deeper into how Christians can think biblically about politics, civic engagement, and public policy. Mike shares practical ideas for teaching students to understand the role of government, stand…
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Episode 100: Mike Schutt with Worldview Academy
In this episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce sits down with Mike Schutt, Executive Director of Worldview Academy, for a powerful conversation about faith, worldview, and equipping the next generation of Christians. Mike shares his personal journey from law school to teaching and how…
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Episode 99: Homeschooling with CHEA
Nathan Pierce talks with Angela from CHEA (Christian Home Educators Association of California) about the future of homeschooling, CHEA’s biblical foundation, and how families can get support and stay connected. Learn about resources, advocacy, upcoming events, and how membership strengthens the...
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Episode 98: Interview with Angela Lasch
In this episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce welcomes Angela Lasch, Executive Director of CHEA of California. Angela shares her personal homeschool journey, how CHEA encouraged her family along the way, and the surprising path that led her to lead the organization. Together, they...
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Episode 97: Remembering Charlie Kirk and Legislative Update
In this episode of The Frontline, Nathan Pierce reflects on the tragic loss of Charlie Kirk, urging listeners to grieve with hope in Christ and to be peacemakers in a broken world. He then shares important legislative updates: AB 727 passed through both houses and is now headed to the governor....
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Episode 96: Advocating with Gentleness and Legislative Update
In this episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce reminds us that how we advocate matters just as much as what we stand for. Drawing from 1 Peter 3:15–16, he encourages Christians to defend truth with gentleness and respect—even in a culture of outrage and division. Nathan then shares...
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Episode 95: Anti-Family California Bills: AB 495, 727
In this episode of The Frontline with FPM, Nathan Pierce breaks down where key bills stand in the California legislative process as the session nears its end. Nathan explains how bills like AB 495 and AB 727 undermine parental rights and God’s design for the family, while urging listeners to take...
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Episode 94: Legislation and Doing Your Part
In today's episode, Nathan gives updates on the current positions of three major bills: AB 727, AB 84, and AB 495. Then he mentions specific ways you can get involved in helping oppose these bills. Additionally, he invites you to come to Homeschool Freedom Day in San Diego, where you will be...
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Episode 93: AB 495 Action Alert!
In this urgent episode of "The Frontline with FPM," Nathan delves into the controversial AB-495 bill, highlighting its potential impact on parental rights and the risks it poses to California families. Despite its presentation as a protective measure for children of detained or deported parents,...
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Episode 92: The Power of a Position
In this episode of The Front Line with FPM, host Nathan Pierce explores the God-given structure of parental responsibility and challenges the growing belief that the state—not parents—should oversee the education and upbringing of children. Nathan walks through the biblical foundation for…
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Episode 91: Preparing for Battle
In this episode, Nathan Pierce of Family Protection Ministries pulls back the curtain on how FPM prepares year-round for California’s legislative battles that impact homeschool freedom. From proactive research and legislative analysis to writing letters and mobilizing action, you'll get a...
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Episode 90: Whose Responsibility? Education, Government, and the Gospel (7/17/25)
In this episode, Nathan Pierce explores the biblical framework of jurisdictional authority—family, church, and civil government—and examines what happens when these spheres blur their God-given boundaries. Focusing especially on the parent’s divine mandate to educate their children in the ways of...
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Episode 89: Truth in Love & Homeschool Freedom
In this episode of The Frontline with Nathan Pierce, we explore what it means to speak the truth in love amidst cultural confusion and legislative pressure. Drawing from Ephesians 4:15 and other key Scriptures, Nathan lays the foundation for biblically grounded advocacy—bold, compassionate, and...
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Episode 88: We the People
Today, Nathan discusses Jeremiah 29:7 and seeking the welfare of your city. We the people of the United States can and should get involved in our government to seek the good of our country, because in its welfare, we find our own. Nathan also talks about some upcoming events that give practical...
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Episode 87: Supreme Court Ruling and California Families
In this episode, Nathan analyzes the Supreme Court's decision to uphold Tennessee's ban on gender transition medical procedures for minors. The ruling emphasizes states' rights to regulate such care, shifting more responsibility to state legislatures and voters. Nathan urges Christian families to...
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Episode 86: What AB 84 Means For Us
In this episode, Nathan discusses some issues surrounding California Assembly Bill 84 (AB 84) and highlights key arguments made during its debate on the Assembly floor before it was passed on to the State Senate. He explains the distinctions between publicly funded charter schools and privately...
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