<![CDATA[Sit Down With Sarah]]>Sit Down With Sarah is a gentle, honest podcast for people who crave real conversation in a noisy world. Hosted by Sarah Wiseman, a homeschool mum navigating faith, family, learning and life.

Each episode will explore meaningful topics around motherhood, education, personal growth, belief and every day moments that shape us and inspire us to grow.

The heart of Sit Down With Sarah is to honour peoples stories.

Real stories from people of all walks of life, shared bravely and without polish - that hold both struggle and hope. A reminder to listeners that brokenness does not disqualify us and and vulnerability is one of the most beautiful qualities we can possess.

I pray that you find something special here. Whether it be peace, hope, encouragement or even just a laugh, I'm glad you're here.

]]>https://riverside.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 24 Jun 2026 09:45:07 GMTMon, 09 Feb 2026 09:15:32 GMT60Sarah<p>Sit Down With Sarah is a gentle, honest podcast for people who crave real conversation in a noisy world. Hosted by Sarah Wiseman, a homeschool mum navigating faith, family, learning and life.</p><p></p><p>Each episode will explore meaningful topics around motherhood, education, personal growth, belief and every day moments that shape us and inspire us to grow. </p><p></p><p>The heart of Sit Down With Sarah is to honour peoples stories.</p><p>Real stories from people of all walks of life, shared bravely and without polish - that hold both struggle and hope. A reminder to listeners that brokenness does not disqualify us and and vulnerability is one of the most beautiful qualities we can possess.</p><p></p><p>I pray that you find something special here. Whether it be peace, hope, encouragement or even just a laugh, I'm glad you're here.</p><p></p><p></p>episodicSarahsarahannewiseman@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Sit Down With Gerrit]]>Divorce.

It’s a topic many people avoid, yet so many have been impacted by it.

In this episode, I’m joined once again by my friend Gerrit for a real, honest, and grace-filled conversation about divorce through a Christian lens. We unpack some of the hard questions, Gerrit shares personal insights and practical tips from personal experience, and we talk about how we can better support those navigating one of life’s most challenging seasons.

This isn’t a conversation about judgment—it’s a conversation about compassion, healing, hope, and learning how to walk alongside people well.

Whether you’re personally affected by divorce, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to understand the topic more deeply, we hope this episode encourages you and reminds you that God’s grace is bigger than our brokenness. ❤️

🎙️ Listen now and let us know your thoughts below.

]]>ed101247-bc03-43f3-b236-60fb392a7770Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:26:50 GMT<p>Divorce.<br /><br />It’s a topic many people avoid, yet so many have been impacted by it.<br /><br />In this episode, I’m joined once again by my friend Gerrit for a real, honest, and grace-filled conversation about divorce through a Christian lens. We unpack some of the hard questions, Gerrit shares personal insights and practical tips from personal experience, and we talk about how we can better support those navigating one of life’s most challenging seasons.<br /><br />This isn’t a conversation about judgment—it’s a conversation about compassion, healing, hope, and learning how to walk alongside people well.<br /><br />Whether you’re personally affected by divorce, supporting someone who is, or simply wanting to understand the topic more deeply, we hope this episode encourages you and reminds you that God’s grace is bigger than our brokenness. ❤️<br /><br />🎙️ Listen now and let us know your thoughts below.</p>no00:39:0316Sit Down With Gerritfull<![CDATA[Sit Down With Sarah & Susie - Homeschooling]]>In this episode, I sit down with my friend Susie for a real, open and honest conversation about the journey of homeschooling three children. Together we talk about the beautiful highs, the hard lows, and the everyday challenges that come with choosing a different path for your family.

Susie interviews me about what homeschooling has really looked like behind the scenes — from the pressure and self-doubt to the joy of watching our kids grow and thrive in their own unique ways. We chat about balancing motherhood, managing emotions, creating rhythms that work for our family, and learning to let go of perfection along the way.

This conversation is raw, encouraging, and deeply relatable for any parent navigating the messy and meaningful reality of raising children with intention.

]]>4c48adbf-82ae-47c3-b2c0-53e90d8e6f06Tue, 19 May 2026 08:45:57 GMT<p>In this episode, I sit down with my friend Susie for a real, open and honest conversation about the journey of homeschooling three children. Together we talk about the beautiful highs, the hard lows, and the everyday challenges that come with choosing a different path for your family.</p><p></p><p>Susie interviews me about what homeschooling has really looked like behind the scenes — from the pressure and self-doubt to the joy of watching our kids grow and thrive in their own unique ways. We chat about balancing motherhood, managing emotions, creating rhythms that work for our family, and learning to let go of perfection along the way.</p><p></p><p>This conversation is raw, encouraging, and deeply relatable for any parent navigating the messy and meaningful reality of raising children with intention.</p>no01:07:2716Sit Down With Sarah & Susie - Homeschoolingfull<![CDATA[Sit Down With ME! A word of encouragement]]>Consider this your mid week pep talk. Your reminder not to allow the enemy to derail, distract and discourage you when you're just about to hit breakthrough! Keep going. Gods got you. God believes in you! And so do I!

]]>b038af67-eed4-48c4-abf3-a5a435b5be05Tue, 05 May 2026 07:05:07 GMT<p>Consider this your mid week pep talk. Your reminder not to allow the enemy to derail, distract and discourage you when you're just about to hit breakthrough! Keep going. Gods got you. God believes in you! And so do I!</p>no00:12:20Sit Down With ME! A word of encouragementfull<![CDATA[Sit Down with Gerrit]]>This this deeply personal episode I sit down with Gerrit M Van Wyk as he opens up about his life story with honesty and courage.

We dive into his experience with faith, ministry, marriage and divorce. Nothing is glossed over. This conversation is raw, reflective and grounded in truth.

This episode offers a powerful reminder that faith journeys aren't always neat or easy, but they can still be meaningful and redemptive. You will be encouraged that no matter what your story is, God still has a plan and His plans are good.

]]>a29616c0-9385-4982-aef6-fbc7ceb88953Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:38:39 GMT<p>This this deeply personal episode I sit down with Gerrit M Van Wyk as he opens up about his life story with honesty and courage.</p><p></p><p>We dive into his experience with faith, ministry, marriage and divorce. Nothing is glossed over. This conversation is raw, reflective and grounded in truth.</p><p></p><p>This episode offers a powerful reminder that faith journeys aren't always neat or easy, but they can still be meaningful and redemptive. You will be encouraged that no matter what your story is, God still has a plan and His plans are good.</p>no00:54:36Sit Down with Gerritfull<![CDATA[Introducing, Poppy Wiseman]]>In this episode Sarah sits down with her daughter Poppy as they discuss the challenges of adolescence, the impact of technology, the role of the oldest child, and the need for quality time and love.

Poppy also shares about some of the challenges she's faced in her early life and how her faith has helped her to grow in strength and resilience.

We hope you enjoy this episode. Thank you for listening.

Takeaways

  • Navigating the challenges of adolescence
  • The importance of quality time and family in a child's life
  • Parenting in the digital age
  • Teaching children self-worth

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Busy Schedules
  • 09:32 Impact of Technology and Parental Guidance
  • 15:03 Aspirations and Identity
  • 25:24 Understanding Agape Love
  • 32:42 Biblical Figures and Life Lessons
  • 38:30 Parental Love and Discipline
  • 46:17 Dealing with Bullying and Resilience
]]>052ffbb8-a700-440a-9066-fc24d8e79e12Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:36:46 GMT<p>In this episode Sarah sits down with her daughter Poppy as they discuss the challenges of adolescence, the impact of technology, the role of the oldest child, and the need for quality time and love.</p><p></p><p>Poppy also shares about some of the challenges she's faced in her early life and how her faith has helped her to grow in strength and resilience.</p><p></p><p>We hope you enjoy this episode. Thank you for listening.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Navigating the challenges of adolescence</li><li>The importance of quality time and family in a child's life</li><li>Parenting in the digital age</li><li>Teaching children self-worth</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Busy Schedules</li><li>09:32 Impact of Technology and Parental Guidance</li><li>15:03 Aspirations and Identity</li><li>25:24 Understanding Agape Love</li><li>32:42 Biblical Figures and Life Lessons</li><li>38:30 Parental Love and Discipline</li><li>46:17 Dealing with Bullying and Resilience</li></ul>no00:49:4013Introducing, Poppy Wisemanfull<![CDATA[Introducing, Teddy Wiseman]]>I hope you enjoy this chat with our wonderful and youngest Wiseman, Teddy. He beautifully shares his insight into the wild and wonderful mind of a seven year old and youngest child. I pray that his sweet heart brings joy to your day and reminds you that you are so loved.

]]>9fa8b05b-ba68-4f5c-8778-24c5386b79a4Mon, 09 Mar 2026 22:00:00 GMT<p>I hope you enjoy this chat with our wonderful and youngest Wiseman, Teddy. He beautifully shares his insight into the wild and wonderful mind of a seven year old and youngest child. I pray that his sweet heart brings joy to your day and reminds you that you are so loved.</p>no00:20:0312Introducing, Teddy Wisemanfull<![CDATA[Introducing, Abel Wiseman]]>Introducing my incredible firstborn son Abel. He is full of life, wisdom and a whole lot of quirk and shares beautifully about what it's like to be a 9 year old, middle child living with ADHD.

I pray this episode blesses you today.

]]>627db9d2-c445-45e1-baf3-c096f9fae15dSun, 15 Feb 2026 07:16:22 GMT<p>Introducing my incredible firstborn son Abel. He is full of life, wisdom and a whole lot of quirk and shares beautifully about what it's like to be a 9 year old, middle child living with ADHD.</p><p>I pray this episode blesses you today.</p>no00:28:1211Introducing, Abel Wisemanfull