Stefan Merrill Block recently shared his experience of being homeschooled for five years in a podcast episode, reflecting on how this unique upbringing influenced his life as a father and writer. In the episode, Block recounted that his mother believed he was too intelligent for traditional public school and decided to remove him from 4th grade. However, his homeschooling wasn’t just about academics—it was also about keeping his mother company and, in a way, delaying the inevitable moment when he would grow up and leave her. Block’s memoir, Homeschooled, delves into these formative years, offering insight into the emotional and psychological impact of being educated at home. The podcast episode, part of the popular series Death, Sex & Money, was produced by Zoe Azulay and is now hosted by Slate. The show has expanded its offerings through Slate Plus, which provides ad-free episodes, bonus content, and full access to Slate.com articles. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe and support the show through this platform. The episode also invites new listeners to follow the show on Instagram and subscribe to Anna’s newsletter for updates and additional content. For those interested in reaching out, the show can be contacted via email at deathsexmoney@slate.com. As part of its ongoing engagement with listeners, the podcast continues to explore personal and societal issues with the same thoughtful and inquisitive tone that has made it a staple in the true crime and personal narrative genres.