Educational Disobedience

About Educational Disobedience

Welcome to Educational Disobedience, the podcast where Dr. Annise Mabry dares to question the systems that were never designed for us—and reclaims the right to learn, live, and lead on our own terms. As an award-winning educator, Georgia Certified Peace Officer, and founder of the Tiers Free Academy Homeschool Cooperative, Dr. Mabry brings a trauma-informed lens to education, entrepreneurship, and self-empowerment. But this podcast is more than a critique of school systems—it's a blueprint for liberation. In each episode, Dr. Mabry explores what it means to choose alignment over hustle, healing over harm, and purpose over performance. From the frontlines of educational equity to the soul work of reclaiming your worth, Educational Disobedience is a call to action for changemakers, creatives, and cycle-breakers alike. 🎙️ Expect truth-telling conversations, practical strategies, and raw reflections. 💬 Hear from educators, parents, disruptors, and visionaries who are rewriting the rules. 🧭 Whether you’re navigating homeschool, launching a mission-driven business, or healing from burnout—this space is for you. Sometimes, the most radical thing you can do is refuse to play by broken rules and build your own blueprint instead. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

Dr. Annise Mabry

Category

business · education · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

7 Nov 2017

Latest episode

10 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Oct 2025

   Season 2 Ep 1: The Sweet Taste of Change

   Season 2 of Educational Disobedience: The Podcast is here! In this powerful opening episode, Dr. Annise Mabry shares why she almost didn’t return for a second season — and the listener messages that reminded her why this movement matters. Season 1 was testimony: the mom who became a movement, the fight to protect her children, the story of building from a kitchen table blueprint. Season 2 is toolkit: practical strategies, conversations with changemakers, and soul reflections that equip you to rewrite your own rules. In this episode, Dr. Mabry: Reflects on the turning point that kept her behind the mic Explains the difference between testimony and toolkit Shares how she’s turning personal stories into strategies you can use Unpacks what it means to experience the sweet taste of change Offers a reflection prompt to help you name and claim your own transformation This episode sets the tone for a bold new season featuring guest interviews, trauma-informed insights, and unapologetic lessons in leadership, education, and life. ✨ Reflection Prompt: What’s one change in your life — big or small — that finally tastes sweet now? 🎧 Listen in and discover why the sweetest change often comes after the hardest fight. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

2. 

   8 Sept 2025

   Season 2 Educational Disobedience Oct 10, 2025

   We’re back, y’all! Educational Disobedience returns on October 11th—National Coming Out Day—for Season 2, and this season is all about Being Paid to Exist. Here’s what you can expect: ✨ Real conversations about what it looks like to uncover your monetizable skills ✨ How to earn in ways that restore you instead of draining you ✨ The role AI can play in building income streams ✨ A special series with Tina Fort of FORTIfied Woman, highlighting her powerful work with underserved women in Newnan, GA ✨ And yes…a brand-new season of theme songs for The Playlist of My Life 🎶 Want to keep the conversation going between episodes? Join our growing community on Substack: 👉 https://drmabry.substack.com/ (https://drmabry.substack.com/) Save the date—October 11th. Season 2 of Educational Disobedience is almost here! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

3. 

   24 Jul 2025

   The Soundtrack of My Life

   The Soundtrack of My Life — How Music Tells My Story Music has a way of saying what our hearts can’t. In this special episode of Educational Disobedience, Dr. Annise Mabry takes you on a personal journey through the songs that shaped her life, lifted her in her darkest moments, and inspired her to keep fighting when giving up felt easier. From anthems of resilience to quiet ballads of healing, this is more than a playlist — it’s a testament to how deeply music connects to our stories, our struggles, and our victories. Listen in as she shares the moments behind the melodies, and maybe even find your own story reflected in hers. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

4. 

   21 Jul 2025

   Ep 9 When Rest Isn't Enough

   If you’re battling burnout, emotional exhaustion, or compassion fatigue, you already know — no amount of sleep seems to fix it. You wake up just as tired, carrying the same invisible weight. In this powerful episode of Educational Disobedience, Dr. Annise Mabry unpacks the truth about burnout recovery and why traditional self-care and rest are not enough to heal deep emotional wounds. She shares her personal story of burnout, how she learned to prioritize trauma-informed healing, and the steps you can take to move from surviving to thriving. If you’ve been searching for real solutions to restore your mind, body, and spirit after burnout, this is the episode for you. ✨ Ready to experience true restoration? Pre-register now for the Rise + Release Retreat — a transformative, luxury beach retreat for women ready to heal, breathe, and rise. Visit 👉 https://www.drannisemabry.com/beach-coaching-with-dr-annise-mabry/ (https://www.drannisemabry.com/beach-coaching-with-dr-annise-mabry/) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

5. 

   12 Jul 2025

   Ep 8 Passion to Profit from Advocacy to Income

   You didn’t go through all that just to stay broke, burned out, and overlooked. When I created Tiers Free Academy, it wasn’t about launching a business. It was about saving my children from a system that had failed them. But what started as a personal act of love evolved into a community movement. I began showing families that their educational trauma could be transformed into opportunity for themselves and for others. In this episode of Educational Disobedience, I share how you can take the pain and purpose of your advocacy and turn it into profit without compromising your integrity. Whether you dream of starting a homeschool cooperative, offering guidance to other families, or creating resources for your community, this episode shows you what’s possible and why you’re allowed to thrive while you help others do the same. Come undone. Leave whole. Rise into you and get paid to exist. What you’ll take away from this episode: Why earning income doesn’t mean selling out your mission How I built a business from my family’s story Examples of how you can turn advocacy into income How to stay aligned with your values while creating abundance If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your passion into something sustainable — this is your roadmap. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

6. 

   4 Jul 2025

   EP 7 The First Act of Educational Disobedience

   You’ve heard the stories. You’ve seen the cracks in the system. And deep down, you know something has to change. But where do you even begin? In this episode of Educational Disobedience, Dr. Annise Mabry shows you how to take your very first step toward rewriting your story — and disrupting the cycles that keep you and your children stuck. Whether you’re a parent tired of watching your child struggle, a teacher questioning harmful policies, or an advocate ready to make waves, this episode is your roadmap to action. Discover how small, brave choices can spark big change, what fear really means (hint: you’re on the right path), and why your voice — even when it shakes — is powerful enough to move mountains. ✨ Come undone. Leave whole. Start today. ✅ What you’ll learn in this episode: Why you don’t need a perfect plan to get started What educational disobedience looks like in real life How to overcome fear and take that first brave step How to build your circle of support as you disrupt the status quo 🎧 If you’re ready to rise into you, this is your moment. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

7. 

   27 Jun 2025

   EP 6- When Struggle Becomes A Lifestyle

   What happens when you’ve made the hard things look easy for so long that you can’t even recognize ease anymore? In this soul-deep episode of Educational Disobedience, Dr. Annise Mabry unpacks the illusion of strength and explores the quiet unraveling that happens when survival mode ends. Sharing a powerful spiritual experience involving a hawk and a group of crows, she opens up about the grief, peace, and liberation she felt after releasing her homeschool cooperative and walking away from the very thing that once defined her. This episode is a reclamation—for every woman who’s tired of performing strength and is ready to rediscover what ease, joy, and alignment really feel like. You’ll walk away with: Spiritual insight on signs from nature (hawk + crows) Journal prompts to reconnect with your inner self A powerful soul mantra to anchor your healing An invitation to choose peace—even when it feels unfamiliar ✨ Download the free printable journal page: Rediscovering Ease: A Journey Back to Myself (https://drannisemabryfoundation.thinkific.com/products/digital_downloads/new-digital-download) 🎧 And remember: you’re not lost—you’re just arriving. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

8. 

   27 Jun 2025

   EP 5 Passion to Profit

   Dr. Mabry unpacks how she transformed her homeschool experience from a trauma response into a six-figure education business. In this episode, you’ll learn why your lived experience as a homeschool parent is your most valuable intellectual property — and how you can start monetizing it today. This isn’t theory. It’s a real-world blueprint to turn your passion into profit without compromising your purpose. 📌 Show Notes: In this episode, we cover: Why Educational Disobedience leads naturally to entrepreneurship The mindset shift from “mom” to “education CEO” The 3 things every homeschool parent already has that make them business-ready How to access the tools Dr. Mabry used to build her brand from the kitchen table 🎁 Resources Mentioned: Passion to Profit Quickstart Guide DIY Workshop: Turn Your Homeschool into a Business Book + Workbook Bundle 🔖 Tags: #homeschoolbusiness, #passiontoprofit, #educationaldisobedience, #mompreneur, #blackhomeschoolers, #traumainformedteaching Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

9. 

   20 Jun 2025

   Ep 4 A Declaration for Disruption

   This episode is for the disruptors who are done playing nice with broken systems. Dr. Annise Mabry names the boundaries, the gaslighting, and the microaggressions she refuses to tolerate—and invites you to do the same. From being called “just a mom” to building an educational empire, Dr. Mabry shares the lines she’s drawn and why silence is no longer an option. This episode will remind you: That boundaries are sacred That your “no” can be a full sentence That being labeled “difficult” might just mean you’re doing the work Call to Action: Download the Disruption Declaration Worksheet at tiersfreeacademy.org/podcast and share your line-in-the-sand moment with the hashtag #DisruptWithMe. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

10. 

    16 Jun 2025

    Ep 3 Letters I Never Sent

    Some letters never reach the mailbox—not because they weren’t important, but because the world wasn’t ready for the truth they held. In this episode, Dr. Annise Mabry reads one of the most personal letters she never sent—to the very system that failed her daughter. This isn’t just a letter—it’s a reckoning. Dr. Mabry opens a sacred space for every parent, advocate, and survivor who has ever been silenced, dismissed, or broken by a system that claimed to protect them. Whether you’ve written your rage on a napkin, a journal page, or only in your head—this episode honors that truth. In this episode: The power of unsent letters as tools for healing A raw, never-before-heard letter from Dr. Mabry’s journey An invitation to share your own story anonymously Call to Action: Submit your own Letter I Never Sent at tiersfreeacademy.org/podcast. Your truth might be featured in a future episode—because healing is a collective act. Tune in, take a breath, and remember: even if you never sent it, your letter still matters. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

11. 

    11 Jun 2025

    Ep 2 The Kitchen Table Blueprint

    In this raw and deeply personal episode, Dr. Annise Mabry shares the unfiltered origin story of Tiers Free Academy—not born from strategy, but from survival. The Kitchen Table Blueprint invites listeners into the moment when a mother decided that survival was more important than structure and healing more powerful than policy. From her daughter’s break caused by relentless bullying to transforming her kitchen table into a launchpad for a homeschool revolution, Dr. Mabry uncovers the truth about what it takes to build something sacred from scratch. If you’ve ever felt unqualified but called, overwhelmed but unwavering, this episode is your permission slip to disrupt. Soul Note Reflection: "What did I have to create because no one else would give it to me?" Call to Action: Share your #KitchenTableBlueprint. Send your Soul Note Reflection or a voice memo to podcast@tiersfreeacademy.org or tag @TheRealDrAnniseMabry on Instagram to join the movement of mothers turning pain into purpose. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

12. 

    9 Jun 2025

    EP 1 This ls Not A Test

    Episode 1: This Is Not a Test What happens when the system fails your child and you’re told to just accept it? In this powerful debut episode, Dr. Annise Mabry takes us back to the moment her daughter’s mental health crisis collided with a broken school system. This wasn’t a drill. It wasn’t a practice run. It was real, and the stakes were life or death. Through raw storytelling, personal reflection, and unapologetic truth-telling, Dr. Mabry introduces the heart of the Educational Disobedience movement — a call to disrupt, to reimagine, and to reclaim education for our most vulnerable students. 🎧 Tune in and ask yourself: When the test isn’t multiple choice… what will you choose? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

13. 

    7 Nov 2017

    Lisa's Story -- The Parent Perspective

    Lisa was a firm believer in the public school system and she always believed that the system would work for her children--until it didn't. Making the transition to homeschool her daughter in her Senior year was a tough decision to make; but, now almost a year later, Lisa has no regrets. Today, Lisa shares her story from a parent's perspective of what the journey to homeschool looks like using the Tiers Free program. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

14. 

    7 Nov 2017

    Damian_Class of 2017 Student Interview

    Today, Damian shares his story from homeless to high school graduate. Tiers Free Academy is the only homeschool program in Georgia that works to educate parents on their right to homeschool their children. Tiers Free specializes in students that are often left behind in the public school classrooms and creates a unique learning opportunity where each student succeeds. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/educational-disobedience--6330092/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

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