What if the school you trust with your child’s future is also the source of their deepest pain?

In this straight-from-the-heart episode, you’ll hear a powerful origin story of why one mother—after surviving trauma, losing her teenage boyfriend to violence, and watching her own kids endure bullying and invisibility—decided to reject traditional schooling and create a school that prioritizes inclusion, safety, and evolution.

• Understand the real limitations of public, private, and homeschooling when it comes to social-emotional safety.
• Learn how personal trauma, chronic illness, and parenting shaped a completely new model of education.
• Discover what it means to build a school that evolves with the times—embracing diversity, technology, wellness, and justice.

Hit play to hear a raw, inspiring journey that redefines what education can and should look like for the next generation.

Inspiring education and insights on healthy living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, Plant the Change is a podcast for parents, families, educators, and changemakers who want to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids in a world full of misinformation, environmental crisis, and emotional disconnection.

From vegan values and healthy habits to animal rescue and conscious parenting, Plant the Change is helping you raise the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at https://solidrockflorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida.

Have you ever thought a “mini pig” would make a perfect pet — only to be shocked by the reality? Or wondered how one animal could transform a man’s life and inspire a global movement?

In this powerful episode, Steve Jenkins — co-parent of Esther the Wonder Pig — shares the surprising journey that took him from real estate agent to animal sanctuary founder. You’ll hear the truth about the “mini pig” myth, the challenges of animal care, and why early compassion education is more urgent than ever.

• Discover how one rescued pig changed the course of animal advocacy worldwide.
• Learn the hidden facts about pet pigs that rescue groups wish everyone knew.
• Find out how schools can build true compassion in students through animal sanctuary experiences — the right way.

Press play to hear Steve’s heartfelt, humorous, and unforgettable journey — and walk away with a whole new perspective on animals, education, and empathy.

Inspiring education and insights on healthy living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, Plant the Change is a podcast for parents, families, educators, and changemakers who want to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids in a world full of misinformation, environmental crisis, and emotional disconnection.

From vegan values and healthy habits to animal rescue and conscious parenting, Plant the Change is helping you raise the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida.

What if education could do more than teach—it could transform lives and heal the world? In this powerful welcome episode of Plant the Change, Michele Fasnacht introduces the heart and soul behind her mission: reimagining education as a tool for empathy, justice, sustainability, and purpose. If you've ever questioned the values driving mainstream schools or felt there must be a better way—this episode is for you.

• Discover the vision behind Solid Rock Community School and why it's unlike anything else in education today.
• Hear how personal healing and trauma informed the creation of an entirely new kind of school system.
• Get a sneak peek at the inspiring thought leaders, activists, and changemakers coming up this season.

Start your journey into conscious, values-driven education—press play and plant the first seed of change today.

Inspiring education and insights on healthy living, plant-based eating, sustainable choices, Plant the Change is a podcast for parents, families, educators, and changemakers who want to raise health-conscious, emotionally intelligent kids in a world full of misinformation, environmental crisis, and emotional disconnection.

From vegan values and healthy habits to animal rescue and conscious parenting, Plant the Change is helping you raise the next generation of eco-friendly, compassionate changemakers.

Subscribe today, and join Michele Fasnacht on a journey to plant seeds of purpose, action, and hope—one conversation at a time.

Learn more at SolidRockFlorida.org and follow along on Facebook and Instagram @SolidRockFlorida.