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| Episode 104: November 2026 Housing Market Update with Tim and Sophia | 09 Nov 2026 | 00:28:37 | |
Would your family be ready if you had to leave home in ten minutes tonight, or get through a layoff next month? Tim and Sophia are back with their first housing market update in two months. Tim explains why the sellers on a couple of his current homestead deals are paying the buyer’s closing costs and agent fees, which he hadn’t seen in years of bidding wars. Sophia makes the case for opening a HELOC before you need one. Then they unpack their go bag, from the LifeStraw to the butane stove from the Asian grocery store (plus an extra-underwear story the kids still won’t let go), and give a candid homestead update after losing Hawi, their bull calf. This is the time of year to get caught up on your homestead projects and begin planning for next year. Be prepared with your Go Bag - Our Recommended Items Join Our Call to Farms Free Community Ready to speak to Tim on next steps for your homesteading journey? Book time with Tim here. | |||
| Episode 104: Moving Your Family to Real Food with Christine Muldoon | 02 Nov 2026 | 00:31:41 | |
We flew to Dallas to sit at Christine Muldoon’s kitchen table, where she served us picanha (Tim’s favorite cut, the one we only ever order at Brazilian steakhouses), sourdough zucchini bread, and a Caesar salad with dressing she made from scratch, and it was so delicious. Christine co-hosts Modern Ancestral Mamas with Corey Dunn and is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner with four kids, and her youngest, Nico, was seven months old and made a cameo partway through. Christine found Weston A. Price through her mom. Her mom is an immigrant who grew up in a coastal city eating bone marrow, pig’s feet and plenty of shellfish, and she let most of that go after moving to the US. When Christine’s dad was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, her mom started cooking those foods again to nourish him. About a year after he passed, her mom handed her a copy of Nourishing Traditions and said, “You might be interested in this.” Christine read it cover to cover, took her mom to the 2017 Wise Traditions conference in Minneapolis, came home fired up, and enrolled with the Nutritional Therapy Association. That’s where she read Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, which she thinks should be required reading for everyone. We also talk about the months before her fourth pregnancy. Her husband works in finance and travels a lot, so his weeks were full of restaurant dinners and drinks. From January into spring of 2025 he ate only meat, gave up coffee and alcohol, and went to the gym and the sauna regularly. Christine got pregnant quickly at 39, and it turned out to be one of her easiest pregnancies, with no morning sickness. She shares what she’s been reading about how much a father’s health before conception shapes a pregnancy. If your pantry still runs on boxed food, Christine’s advice is to eat what you have, and when the cereal box is empty, don’t buy another one. She explains how the five-ingredient rule from 100 Days of Real Food took a huge part of the grocery store off her list. She also tells us why she skipped the grain chapter of Nourishing Traditions for years (soaking and fermenting grains scared her more than organ meats ever did), and how she now mills her own flour for sourdough, while still texting Corey for baking help more often than she can count. Be sure to follow Christine at Nourish The Littles. Tune in to her top performing podcast, Modern Ancestral Mamas where she co-hosts with Corey Dunn. Check out Sophia's interviews on Modern Ancestral Mamas below: Food Freedom Starts in the Soil: An Ancestral Asian Approach Episode 42: Nourishing Asian Food with Sophia Eng ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our book, published by Chelsea Green was just released! 📖 Order The Nourishing Asian Homestead 🌱 Join the free Call To Farms community Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! | |||
| Episode 103: Impactful Life Lessons After Nearly 30 Years, with Rick Shinn | 26 Oct 2026 | 01:21:01 | |
Nearly 30 years ago, Sophia walked into Rick Shinn’s 9th grade Honors English class at Independence High School in San Jose, her first honors class ever, and within a few weeks he was her favorite teacher. Six months in, he told the class he was leaving to become a school counselor, and she was devastated, right up until she spent the next three years slipping into his counseling office whenever things got hard at home, then walking back to class with a note he’d written for her. On a trip back to the Bay Area, Tim and Sophia sat down at Rick’s dining room table, after a sukiyaki dinner he and his wife Christine made for them, to talk about 39 years of teaching and counseling. He’s newly retired now and studying to become a pastor, and he still remembers the phone call Sophia made to him on 9/11, a couple of weeks into her freshman year at George Washington University, asking whether she should take her camera over to the Pentagon (she went anyway). Rick tells the story of a student who slammed her books down on test day and swore at him, and what he learned when he asked her what was wrong instead of writing a referral. He also tells about the bowl of pho he bought a freshman for pulling an F up to a C. He talks openly about growing up Chinese American with a dad who told everyone else he was proud of Rick but never said it to Rick, and how that changed the way he raised his own daughter. Sophia went on to study clinical psychology partly because of him, and in this episode she finally gets to say thank you. They also get into ChatGPT in the classroom, and Rick’s advice for young people who’ve been told to “find your passion” and can’t pick just one: start with what you’re good at. Tim and Sophia recorded this one partly for their daughters, so they could meet the man who looked out for their mom when she was the same age their oldest is now. If a teacher ever showed up for you the way Mr. Shinn showed up for Sophia, we’d love to hear about them. Come tell us their name in the free Call To Farms community at calltofarms.com, and if you can, call that teacher and tell them too, because as Rick says in this episode, teachers almost never get to hear it. Until next time, stay healthy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our book, published by Chelsea Green was just released this week! 📖 Order The Nourishing Asian Homestead 🌱 Join the free Call To Farms community Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Thinking of purchasing your first home? Join Tim and Sophia at our next Free Home Buyer's Workshop on Oct 29th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Save Your Seat Here! | |||
| Episode 102: How Do You Keep Homesteading Without Burning Out? Justin and Rebekah Rhodes | 21 Oct 2026 | 01:17:46 | |
Justin Rhodes told us, about ten minutes into this conversation, that after 20 years of homesteading they’re burnt out, then admitted it depends on the day, since every other day they’re selling the farm. We recorded this one at the Rhodes farm after 6:30 a.m. chores with both of our families, pulling bush beans and hanging a pole bean trellis before breakfast, and then sat down in the barn Justin’s grandpa built without power tools. Justin talks about the ten years he lived with Lyme disease, the 28-day water fast he credits with healing it, and the strange place he landed afterward, 47 years old and not sure who he was without the illness he’d built his life around. Someone once asked Joel Salatin about burnout in that same barn, and his answer wasn’t more sleep or a smaller operation, it was to find a bigger why, which is the thing Justin keeps coming back to. Rebekah is just as honest that her hardest stretch wasn’t really about the homestead. A remodel ran double on everything, Hurricane Helene hit, and she lost her mom, and last year she gave herself permission to walk away from the tomatoes while they were still ripening on the vine. We also get into how Justin uses AI to plan amendments for a 20-acre hay field, and why Rebekah is wary of it. Justin explains his four levels of responsibility for kids on a homestead, and why Lily, still wants her dad to tuck her in after years of milking cows beside him, mostly in silence. They talk about why they both tear up when they harvest a bull they moved every day for seven years, and about the question they get asked more than any other, how do you get your spouse on board. Rebekah answers it in two words: you don’t. You can find Justin and Rebekah under Justin Rhodes on every social platform and at Abundance Plus. If you want to keep talking about this with other families working out their own homesteads, come find us in the free Call To Farms community at calltofarms.com. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to follow and subscribe to The Justin Rhodes Show to stay up to date. The Justin Rhodes Show on YouTube Our book, published by Chelsea Green was just released this week! 📖 Order The Nourishing Asian Homestead 🌱 Join the free Call To Farms community Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Thinking of purchasing your first home? Join Tim and Sophia at our next Free Home Buyer's Workshop on Oct 29th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Save Your Seat Here! | |||
| Episode 101: What Bees Can Teach Us About Health, Soil and Homesteading with Kaylee Richardson | 12 Oct 2026 | 01:15:43 | |
What if some of the most useful plants for your family's home apothecary are already growing in your backyard? In this episode of the Call To Farms Podcast, Sophia sits down with Kaylee Richardson of The Honeystead, beekeeper, herbalist, homesteader, and author of The Beekeeper's Apothecary, to explore the forgotten skills of herbal medicine, beekeeping, and nourishing your family from the land. Kaylee spent years working in hospitals, from CNA to surgical first assistant, before stepping away from the operating room and returning to her Appalachian roots. Today, she's helping families rediscover the value of medicinal plants, raw honey, and the remarkable connection between bees, healthy soil, livestock, and our food. In this episode, you'll discover:
You don't need a large farm or years of herbal training to begin. Sometimes the first step is learning to recognize the abundance that's already around you. Connect with Kaylee Richardson: 📖 Pre-order The Nourishing Asian Homestead (out October 20): 🌱 Join the free Call To Farms community Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Thinking of purchasing your first home? Join Tim and Sophia at our next Free Home Buyer's Workshop on Oct 29th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Save Your Seat Here! | |||
| Episode 100: From California to Tennessee and Our New Book! | 05 Oct 2026 | 00:30:25 | |
A huge Thank You to our Listeners!! =) We reached a major milestone with you with Episode 100. This podcast grew up right alongside our move from California to East Tennessee. In our 100th episode we look back at how the show changed as we settled in and found our people, from the neighbor who showed up with a chicken tractor to the friends who sat with us after we lost our first cow, and why community has been at the heart of every step of homesteading for us. We also announce our new book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead, which comes out October 20, and talk about what's ahead for the next 100 episodes. If you don't have neighbors like ours down the road yet, come find them in our free Call To Farms online community. We want to hear from you! Send us your questions and comments, and tell us which topics and guests you'd like to hear on the show. 📖 Pre-order The Nourishing Asian Homestead (out October 20): 🌱 Join the free Call To Farms community Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Thinking of purchasing your first home? Join Tim and Sophia at our next Free Home Buyer's Workshop on Oct 29th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Save Your Seat Here! | |||
| Episode 99: We Adopted Our High School Teacher & Counselor as Our Parents | A Story of Mentorship, Service & Chosen Family | 05 Aug 2026 | 01:33:15 | |
"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." — Henry Adams Some people come into your life as a teacher and never leave. In this deeply personal episode of The Call to Farms, Tim and Sophia sit down in Gilroy, California with Jonathan and Debi Kerrick, Tim's former US History teacher and high school counselor at Independence High School in San Jose, who became so much more. Jonathan has been there for every milestone: high school graduation, pinning on Tim's second lieutenant bars, West Point graduation, deployment, the wedding, and now as "Lolo" and "Ba-Nana" to Tim and Sophia's children. Jonathan shares his journey from a draft lottery number of six during Vietnam, to serving as an armor officer and psyops intelligence officer with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, to building a 34-year teaching career shaped by a simple philosophy: see every kid heart to heart, eye to eye. Debi opens up about her own path from special education teacher to guidance counselor and the challenge of getting every student across that graduation stage. Together they talk about what's changed in education, why technology is outpacing our sociology, and the secret to raising kids who actually want to come back and spend time with you: listen, don't judge, and trust them to think. Jonathan also shares his battle with an aggressive lymphoma the doctors called "stage death," walking 167 miles on the Camino de Santiago, and why every day on the right side of the dirt is a good one. This one's for anyone who's had a teacher, mentor, or chosen family member who changed the trajectory of their life. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Need to build a fence on your homestead? Build it once by using Gallagher! Use code: HOMESTEAD to save 10% Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 98: Return to Ancestral Nutrition w/ Julia Mitchell at Ancestral Supplements | 22 Jul 2026 | 00:51:51 | |
What if the nutritional value of your food begins long before it reaches your plate? In this episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim and Sophia sit down with Julia Mitchell, lead educator at Ancestral Supplements, clinical nutritionist, and grass-fed bison rancher, to explore the connection between healthy soil, healthy animals, and healthy people. Julia shares her family’s journey into bison ranching and explains why the plants animals graze, the diversity of the soil beneath them, and the way they are raised can directly influence the nutrient density of the meat we eat. Together, they discuss why organ meats were once prized by traditional cultures, how liver compares with conventional multivitamins, and why nose-to-tail eating may help restore nutrients that are often missing from the modern diet. They also examine the realities of food labeling, grass-fed sourcing, animal welfare, declining soil fertility, and the growing need to rebuild local food systems. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Try it for yourself and Save 15% on your order with Ancestral Supplements use code: CALLTOFARMS Need to build a fence on your homestead? Build it once by using Gallagher! Use code: HOMESTEAD to save 10% Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 97: How to Build Community When You Move to the Country | 15 Jul 2026 | 01:18:25 | |
Everyone says they want a village—but are we willing to become villagers? In this episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim and Sophia share how they built a trusted community after moving across the country from California to rural East Tennessee, where they initially knew almost no one. They discuss why community should be one of your highest priorities when choosing where to live, especially if you are pursuing homesteading, food security, homeschooling, preparedness, or a more self-sufficient lifestyle. They also share what it was like to enter an established rural community as Asian American transplants, why shared values can matter more than shared backgrounds, and how trust is earned through consistency, contribution, humility, and showing up. You’ll hear practical strategies for researching a community before moving, finding the people who may not be visible online, starting meaningful conversations as an introvert, and identifying the skills you can offer—even when you are still learning. Tim and Sophia also share real-life examples of community in action: trading raw dairy products for hay during a drought, learning to raise dairy cows alongside experienced neighbors, stewarding additional pastureland, teaching chicken processing and fermentation workshops, and growing a small game night into a gathering of dozens of local families. Because true preparedness is not simply having enough supplies. It is knowing who you can call—and becoming someone others can call too. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why community is one of the most valuable forms of insurance Whether you are planning a move, starting a homestead, feeling isolated where you currently live, or realizing that the community you need does not yet exist, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting for an invitation—and begin building the relationships you hope to find. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Need to build a fence on your homestead? Build it once, go with Gallagher! Use code: HOMESTEAD to save 10% Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 96: Homesteading in 2026 - Land, Water, AI, and Community | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:32:54 | |
After speaking at the Modern Homesteading Conference in Idaho, Tim and Sophie sit down to reflect on the biggest questions they heard from future homesteaders, young families, retirees, and land buyers across the country. In this episode, they discuss why water security, natural springs, wells, rainwater collection, data centers, AI, and land due diligence are becoming major concerns for anyone searching for homestead property. They also talk about creative ways to afford a homestead, including owner financing and thinking beyond the traditional lending path. Tim and Sophie also share why community is one of the most important forms of security on the homestead. From bartering milk, butter, hay, honey, and skills to hosting game nights and building trust through food, they explain what it really means to stop just wanting a village and start becoming a villager. They also share highlights from watching their daughters sell handmade pottery and earrings at the conference while learning real-life entrepreneurship, pricing, marketing, and customer service. If you are dreaming of homesteading but feel stuck, this episode will help you think through your next step. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 95: Real Food for Busy Families with Corey Dunn | 09 Jun 2026 | 00:55:41 | |
Sophia sits down with Corey Dunn of For Nutrient’s Sake for an honest, encouraging conversation about making real food doable for everyday families. As fellow Weston A. Price chapter leaders, Sophia and Corey talk about the gap between ideal ancestral nutrition and the reality of busy schedules, picky eaters, tight budgets, and overwhelmed moms.Corey shares her own journey from growing up with real food and a “’90s butter mom” to rediscovering nourishing traditions after her daughter struggled with severe eczema. Together, Sophia and Corey discuss what it looks like to feed a family well without perfectionism, from cutting out seed oils and simplifying home-cooked meals to handling picky eating with trust instead of pressure and rethinking the modern snack culture that often sabotages family meals.This conversation is full of grace for the mom who wants to do better but does not know where to start. You will walk away with practical ideas, encouragement, and permission to make real food simple again.In this episode, Sophia and Corey talk about:* Corey’s journey into real food and ancestral nutrition* How food played a role in her daughter’s eczema healing journey* Why “doable real food” looks different in every season of motherhood* The first food swaps that make the biggest difference* Why cutting out seed oils is a powerful place to begin* How to approach picky eating without hiding food or creating distrust* The “division of responsibility” at the dinner table* Why snacks may be sabotaging meals* Simple ways to make burgers, tacos, pizza, and family favorites more nourishing* Corey’s cookbooks, podcast, and work through For Nutrient’s SakeFor the mom who feels overwhelmed, Corey leaves listeners with a simple place to start this week: get enough sleep, go outside in the morning, read something enjoyable with your kids, and make one meal you truly love using the best ingredients you can manage. Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 94: What Memorial Day Taught Me About Homesteading, Family, and Freedom | 26 May 2026 | 00:19:39 | |
This week, Tim shares a solo episode reflecting on Memorial Day, a recent family trip to North Dakota, and the inspiring people he met at the Prairie Roots Homesteading Conference. From visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park, the Badlands, and Mount Rushmore to watching families build businesses together and teach practical skills to the next generation, this episode explores the values that continue to shape strong communities across America. Tim shares personal reflections as a West Point graduate, stories of veterans who impacted his life, and why he remains optimistic about the future despite the challenges facing families today. In this episode:
Whether you're building a homestead, growing a business, raising a family, or simply looking for encouragement, this episode is a reminder that there are still plenty of good people building good things. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Get Your Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27. Join Tim and Sophia at the Chelsea Green Food & Farming Convergence at Polyface Farms on September 25-26, 2026. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 93: Why Serious Homestead Buyers Should Not Sit Out This Market | 19 May 2026 | 00:28:56 | |
In this May housing market and homestead update, Tim and Sophie share reflections from their trip to the Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit in North Dakota, where they keynoted alongside Justin and Rebekah Rhodes and spoke with their children about entrepreneurship on the homestead. They also recap family highlights from visiting Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, and Theodore Roosevelt National Park before returning home to spring garden work, fencing, and new Korean Natural Farming test plots. Then they dive into what buyers and sellers need to know right now: interest rates are creeping back up, buyer hesitation is increasing, and the window for serious homestead buyers may actually be opening. Tim explains why now is the time to do recon, understand your target area, and be prepared to move when the right property appears. They also discuss why lowball offers can backfire, especially in Tennessee and other Southern markets where trust, honor, and seller relationships matter. For sellers, Tim and Sophie talk about the importance of professional marketing, quality photos, strong listing descriptions, and working with an agent who understands acreage, land, and homestead properties. Whether you are buying, selling, or simply preparing for the future, this episode will help you think strategically about the current market and build the right team before you make your next move. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Get Your Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27. Join Tim and Sophia at the Chelsea Green Food & Farming Convergence at Polyface Farms on September 25-26, 2026. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 92: What Every Veteran Should Know About the VA Loan | 12 May 2026 | 00:43:28 | |
If you served our country, you earned this benefit, and it may be one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available to veterans today. In this episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophia Eng break down the truth about the VA loan, why it is often misunderstood, and how veterans can use it to purchase a home with 0% down, lower interest rates, no PMI, and even build on land using the VA One-Time Close Construction Loan. As a veteran, REALTOR®, and military family, Tim and Sophia share real stories from helping veterans purchase homes in some of the most competitive markets in the country, from the San Francisco Bay Area to rural homesteads across America. They cover: Whether you are active duty, transitioning out of the military, retired, or a disabled veteran, this episode is designed to help you better understand the benefits you earned through your service. This conversation is about more than mortgages. It is about legacy, freedom, stability, and bringing families home. If this episode helped you, please share it with a veteran or military family who needs to hear it. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Click Here to the Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit held on May 15-16 in Watford City, ND. Get Your Early Bird Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27. Join Tim and Sophia at the Chelsea Green Food & Farming Convergence at Polyface Farms on September 25-26, 2026. Join our waitlist for our 2026 Homesteaders United Conference, which will be hosted on our property in East Tennessee. Sign Up Here Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 91: The Art of Clabber with Katya Luniova | 06 May 2026 | 01:09:38 | |
What if milk was never the problem?In this episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, Sophia sits down with Katya Luniova to explore a forgotten tradition that challenges everything we’ve been taught about dairy.Most of us grew up hearing that milk is hard to digest, inflammatory, or even harmful. But Katya offers a radically different perspective. The issue isn’t milk itself—it’s what we’ve done to it.Together, they dive into the ancient practice of clabbering: simply allowing raw milk to ferment naturally on the counter. No additives. No special tools. Just time. What results is a deeply nourishing, probiotic-rich food that traditional cultures relied on for generations.In this conversation, you’ll discover:- What clabber actually is and why it’s considered the “original” fermented dairy- Why so many people today struggle with dairy—and how fermentation changes everything- The connection between clabber, yogurt, kefir, and other cultured foods- How ancestral cultures (from Eastern Europe to Asia) viewed food as something sacred, not disposable- Practical ways to use every part of milk—from cream to whey—in a sustainable, nourishing waySophia also shares her own journey from avoiding dairy to running a micro-dairy on her Tennessee homestead—and how fermentation has transformed the way her family nourishes themselves.This episode is an invitation to rethink modern food systems, reconnect with ancestral wisdom, and rediscover how simple practices can radically improve gut health and resilience.If you’ve ever questioned what’s really happening to your food—or you’re ready to bring your kitchen back to life—this conversation will open a door you didn’t know existed. If you purchase a Slavic Beauty cream separator and use the code: CALLTOFARMS, you receive a free book! Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 90: What You May Not Know About Soil, Health and Food with David Stelzer of Azure Standard | 27 Apr 2026 | 00:58:37 | |
What if the food you trust the most is not actually nourishing you?Not because it is fake, but because something essential has been lost long before it ever reaches your table.In this episode of Call to Farms, we sit down with David Stelzer of Azure Standard, one of the largest independent distributors of organic and regenerative foods in the country, to talk about what is really happening behind the labels.We go beyond the surface conversation of “organic” and into the deeper questions many families are starting to ask.Can you truly trust the modern food system, even when it is labeled clean?What does it take to source food with integrity at scale?How do soil health, farming practices, and distribution decisions impact your family’s health?What does it actually look like to rebuild a parallel food system rooted in stewardship instead of profit?This conversation is not just about food. It is about responsibility, systems, and reclaiming your role in how your family eats and lives.If you have ever stood in a grocery aisle wondering if organic is enough, this episode will challenge how you think about nourishment from the ground up. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out Azure Standard to see if there is a drop near you! Click Here Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 89: The Spring Shift in Housing, Fuel, and Food Right Now | 21 Apr 2026 | 00:44:25 | |
After 8 weeks off the mic, we’re back and a lot has changed. This episode was recorded just a week and a half ago and already the landscape is shifting again. Mortgage rates have started to improve. The Strait of Hormuz opened, then closed again. Fuel prices, fertilizer, and food systems are all moving fast. In this conversation, we break down what we are seeing in real time across real estate, lending, and on the ground with families making moves across the country. We talk about:
We are not sharing this from theory. We are seeing it play out across clients in all 50 states and on our own land. If you have been waiting, this episode will give you clarity on what is changing and what to pay attention to next. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead. Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 88: Beef vs Dairy Cows with Janelle Anderson | 16 Feb 2026 | 00:32:34 | |
There is a difference between liking the idea of homesteading and living a life where animals depend on you every single day. In this episode of Call to Farms, Sophia Eng sits down with Janelle Anderson of Haven Farmstead for an honest conversation about what livestock stewardship truly requires beyond the highlight reel. Janelle shares her experience moving from beef cattle to dairy cows and explains why feeding animals well is a daily responsibility, not a convenience. They discuss how nutrition affects milk quality, why soil health matters, and the most common mistakes new homesteaders make when bringing home a family milk cow. This conversation also explores mentorship, why online advice can be misleading, and how caring for animals builds discipline, consistency, and humility in the farmer. Answering the call to farms is not a one-time decision. It is something you recommit to season after season. If you have ever wondered what this life actually asks of you, this episode offers practical insight, quiet wisdom, and a realistic look at farm life. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to follow Janelle! The Haven Farmstead Website Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Check out our Call to Farms Community where you have access to farm and cooking courses along with direct access to us as you build out your homestead! Join Here Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 87: You Don’t Have to Wait for Retirement to Start Homesteading | 10 Feb 2026 | 00:51:12 | |
What if you did not have to wait until retirement to live the life you want. What if homesteading did not mean quitting your job, going off grid, or putting your dreams on hold until your kids are grown. In this episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophia share how they are building a meaningful life now through modern homesteading, homeschooling, entrepreneurship, and shared family responsibility. They talk honestly about why waiting for “someday” is a myth, how the events of 2020 reshaped their priorities, and why small, intentional steps matter more than perfect timing. You will hear how homesteading can start anywhere, from a condo to a quarter acre, how to involve children as capable contributors rather than burdens, and why modern homesteading is not about suffering or doing everything yourself. They break down what hybrid living really looks like, balancing career, income, technology, land, and resilience without burnout. This episode also dives into building community from scratch, especially for introverts, redefining education as preparation for real life, and giving yourself permission to start before everything feels ready. If you have been quietly dreaming of a different way of living but feel stuck by finances, age, family stage, or fear of getting it wrong, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to take the next step right where you are. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Check out our Call to Farms Community where you have access to farm and cooking courses along with direct access to us as you build out your homestead! Join Here Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 86: Winter Storms, Interest Rates, and the 2026 Housing Market Update | 03 Feb 2026 | 00:36:02 | |
Winter storms, market shifts, and major decisions all collided at once, and this episode is a reminder that homesteading is about preparation, adaptability, and stewardship when life feels uncertain. In this episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophia Eng share how they prepared their homestead for extreme cold, ice storms, and a bomb cyclone, along with lessons learned after moving from California to Tennessee. They also break down what is happening in the housing market, including interest rates, the Federal Reserve’s latest decisions, and what recent leadership changes could mean for homeowners, buyers, and land seekers. You will hear practical insight on homestead readiness, land and buyer activity, using home equity wisely, and why physical assets like land continue to matter. The episode also includes updates on upcoming books, workshops, and speaking events. If you are navigating uncertainty or considering your next move toward land or homeownership, this conversation offers clarity and perspective. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Check out our Call to Farms Community where you have access to farm and cooking courses along with direct access to us as you build out your homestead! Join Here Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 85: Regenerative Homesteading in North Dakota with Daniel Stenberg | 26 Jan 2026 | 00:26:07 | |
Most people assume regenerative farming and homesteading cannot work in places where winter lasts half the year and conventional agriculture dominates the landscape. In this episode of The Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophia Eng sit down with Daniel Stenberg, founder of the Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit, to challenge that assumption and explore what is actually happening on the ground in North Dakota and the Northern Great Plains. Daniel grew up on land originally homesteaded by his great grandparents in the early 1900s, one of the last regions settled under the Homestead Act due to its harsh conditions. After spending years away, he returned home with a renewed vision of reconnecting people to land, food, and community in a place most have written off as too hard. This conversation explores:
Rather than selling a lifestyle fantasy, this episode focuses on reality. Short growing seasons, challenging soil, and the deep fulfillment that comes from producing food, stewarding land, and rebuilding local networks anyway. If you have ever wondered whether regenerative homesteading can work anywhere, especially in hard places, this conversation will expand your perspective. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Click Here to the Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit, early bird tickets, and event details. Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Check out our Call to Farms Community where you have access to farm and cooking courses along with direct access to us as you build out your homestead! Join Here Are you a veteran or active duty service member looking to make a move? Join our live VA Home Buying workshop to understand how to make the most of your VA loan. Register Here Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Get your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and be sure to bring your questions to our live workshop! Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 84: Securing Your Homestead with Infinite Banking and Cash-Flow Strategy with Kurt Berry | 19 Jan 2026 | 00:25:52 | |
What does it really mean to secure your home, your homestead, and your family’s future? In this special episode of The Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophia Eng sit down with their trusted financial advisor and friend, Kurt Berry of Stillwater Financial, to unpack the Infinite Banking Concept and why it has become a cornerstone of true financial resilience for families who want control, clarity, and long-term security. Tim was first introduced to the idea more than a decade ago through Becoming Your Own Banker by R. Nelson Nash. While the concept made sense on paper, it wasn’t until meeting Kurt, someone who lives it with integrity, patience, and real-world experience, that the strategy fully clicked. Together, Tim, Sophia, and Kurt move beyond theory and into practical application. In this conversation, they cover:
Kurt also shares his personal journey from city life to homesteading in Tennessee, how Infinite Banking transformed his own financial approach, and why this strategy has quietly been used by the wealthiest families and institutions for generations. This episode is for anyone who:
If this episode sparks questions, Tim and Sophia will be hosting free live workshops with Kurt to walk through the concept step by step and answer questions openly. Links to the workshop, the book Becoming Your Own Banker, and additional resources are below. This episode isn’t about selling products. It’s about restoring clarity, ownership, and confidence around money so families can protect what they’re building and pass on a lasting legacy. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Get your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and be sure to bring your questions to our live workshop! Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 83: From Rest to Readiness How to Plan Your Home and Land for the New Year | 12 Jan 2026 | 01:11:19 | |
A new year does not mean starting from scratch. It means building wisely from where you already are. In this episode of Call to Farms, Tim and Sophia reflect on the transition out of a Sabbath year of rest and into a season of intentional rebuilding, both on the homestead and in everyday life. They share what slowing down revealed, why rest is not the same as stagnation, and how clarity often comes only after space is created. This conversation offers practical ways to think about food planning, land stewardship, and home systems as the year begins, without overwhelm or unrealistic goals. It focuses on rhythms, readiness, and resilience. How to prepare your household, property, and mindset for the year ahead using small, thoughtful steps that compound over time. Whether you are managing acreage, dreaming of a future homestead, or simply trying to live more deliberately where you are, this episode helps reframe planning as an act of stewardship rather than pressure. Topics covered include:
This episode is for anyone who wants to move forward in a grounded and intentional way. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Check out our Call to Farms Community where you have access to farm and cooking courses along with direct access to us as you build out your homestead! Join Here Thinking about purchasing a home in the near future? Join us for our next live home buyer's 101 workshop! Register Here Are you a veteran or active duty service member looking to make a move? Join our live VA Home Buying workshop to understand how to make the most of your VA loan. Register Here Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Get your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and be sure to bring your questions to our live workshop! Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 82: What 2025 Taught Us About Money, Land, and Raising Resilient Families | 30 Dec 2025 | 01:45:12 | |
As 2025 comes to a close, we are sitting down for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what this year really demanded of our family. This was not a year of shortcuts or easy wins. It was a year that asked more of us financially, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. A year that exposed weak systems, clarified priorities, and forced hard decisions around land, money, work, health, and how we steward what we have been given. In this episode, we reflect on This is a quiet but grounded year end reset. Not a highlight reel. Not predictions. Just clarity earned the hard way. If you are a family thinking seriously about your future, your home, your finances, your children, and the systems you rely on, this conversation is for you. Thank you for walking alongside us this year. We are grateful for this community, and we are stepping into 2026 with intention, humility, and resolve. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Check out our Call to Farms Community where you have access to farm and cooking courses along with direct access to us as you build out your homestead! Join Here Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Get your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and be sure to bring your questions to our live workshop! Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 81: Off-Market Listings in Tennessee and Virginia | 22 Dec 2025 | 00:30:08 | |
In this episode, Tim and Sophie open the vault. They are sharing a curated selection of off-market homestead properties in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia. These are land and homes that are not publicly listed and are being shared quietly with serious buyers who are looking to build a resilient life. This episode is for those who understand that the best homesteads are rarely found on Zillow. The most functional land often changes hands through relationships, timing, and local knowledge long before it ever reaches the open market. Tim also explains why these regional spotlights will expand over time. As more sellers across the country reach out looking for a discreet and values aligned way to sell their homesteads, future episodes will feature off market opportunities in additional states. If you are actively searching for land or planning ahead, this is one of the clearest paths to finding high-quality homestead properties before competition increases and compromises follow. To receive these listings as they become available, subscribe to the High Ground Newsletter, where off-market opportunities are shared directly with our community. These properties move quickly. Access matters. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Don't miss out on another off-market listing! Be sure to sign up here. Get your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and be sure to bring your questions to our live workshop! Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 80: Debt Consolidation and Buying a Home in Today’s Market | 17 Dec 2025 | 01:13:27 | |
In this special midweek episode of The Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophie sit down to share a timely December housing market update and the real conversations they are having every day with families across the country. This episode goes beyond headlines and rate talk. It pulls back the curtain on what is actually happening right now in lending, home buying, refinancing, and debt consolidation, especially for first time home buyers, veterans, and single income families feeling the pressure of today’s economy. You will hear why mortgage rates are not reacting the way many people expect, why debt consolidation has become one of the most urgent needs this season, and how strategic tools like HELOCs, cash out refinances, and VA loan programs can be used responsibly to create breathing room instead of stress. Tim and Sophie also share real client stories that highlight why working with an advisor who educates and advocates matters, how buyer concessions are showing up across the country, and why preparation now can make a significant difference heading into 2026. This episode is also an invitation. If you are thinking about buying your first home, planning a move, or simply want clarity on the process, join Tim and Sophie for their First Time Home Buyer Class this Thursday at 7:00 PM Eastern. This free class will walk through the home buying process step by step, explain current market conditions, and help you understand your options clearly and confidently. If you are looking to protect your family, reduce financial stress, and learn how to become more resilient long term, you are also invited to their Life Insurance and Infinite Banking Workshop on Thursday, January 29th at 7:00 PM Eastern. This session breaks down how families can use whole life insurance strategically, not as a product pitch, but as a financial tool for stability, control, and legacy. Whether you are a first time buyer, a homeowner feeling stretched, a veteran planning your next move, or a family looking to live more intentionally, this episode will give you practical insight and a clear next step. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here! Get your copy of Becoming Your Own Banker and be sure to bring your questions to our live workshop! Interested in learning more about protecting and securing your homestead and family? Join our live, online workshop on Thursday, January 29th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 79: Intention, Bread, and the Hungry Ghost with Jonathan Stevens | 15 Dec 2025 | 00:38:21 | |
What does it mean to devote your life to one thing and do it with care, humility, and soul? In this episode of The Call to Farms, Sophie sits down with Jonathan Stevens, baker and author of Hungry Ghost Bread, the award-winning book that is part recipe collection, part meditation, and part poetic devotion to sourdough. Jonathan is the founder of Hungry Ghost Bread in Northampton, Massachusetts, where for over two decades he has shaped hundreds of loaves by hand, fired a wood fueled oven daily, and fed a living sourdough culture that quite literally sets the rhythm of his life. This conversation is not about scaling, optimization, or hustle. It is about intention. Jonathan shares what it means to be a wild yeast farmer, why he does not count loaves, how regional grain and living fermentation shape both bread and community, and why real food work resists shortcuts, technological or otherwise. Together, Sophie and Jonathan explore hungry ghost mythology, cultural memory, poetry, economics, and the quiet spiritual discipline of feeding people well. They also discuss:
Whether you are a baker, farmer, fermenter, or simply someone longing to live with greater alignment, this episode is a reminder that how we do something matters and that meaning is often found in the most ordinary acts. Flour, fire, time, and trust. Step into the fire and meet Jonathan Stevens. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Interested in learning more about home buying? Join our live, online workshop on Thursday, December 18th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 78: 20 Years After West Point with Tim Eng (Part 2) - Taking a Different Path | 08 Dec 2025 | 01:46:57 | |
In this powerful continuation of Tim’s return to West Point, he takes listeners deeper into the halls, fields, and memories that shaped him as a young cadet. Revisiting these places twenty years later opened up a surprising reflection on purpose, identity, and calling. Walk with Tim through Bradley Barracks, the new library, and the charged atmosphere of a Corps football game. Follow him into Arvin Gym, where the echoes of the IOCT and the sharp chlorine drifting from Crandall Pool brought back the intensity of survival swimming classes and the pressure he once pushed through as a young leader in training. As he reconnects with classmates, many now Full Bird Colonels, Tim gains new clarity on the path he ultimately chose. This episode explores the truth Tim discovered: the leadership forged at the Academy did not lead him into the career he once imagined. Instead, it became the foundation for the life he built in homesteading, lending, real estate, and serving veterans across all 50 states. It is a story of ambition, redirection, and learning to appreciate the unexpected ways a calling can unfold. At the heart of the episode is one question: If Tim could do it all over again, would he still choose West Point? Listen in as he shares the answer and what it means for anyone navigating their own path of service and purpose. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Interested in learning more about home buying? Join our live, online workshop on Thursday, December 18th at 4pm PST / 7pm EST. Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 77: Sea Minerals, Soil Health and Real Food Nutrition with Michael Sileck of Baja Gold Salt Co. and Sea-90 Ocean Minerals | 01 Dec 2025 | 01:03:32 | |
Is the salt in your kitchen actually nourishing your body, or quietly doing damage? In this episode, Sophia interviews Michael Sileck, Chief Mineral Officer at Baja Gold Salt Company and Sea-90 Ocean Minerals, to uncover the truth about salt. From lead testing and mineral reports to microplastics and modern processing, this conversation cuts through fear and misinformation with science and clarity. You will learn why table salt is not real food, how mineral rich sea salt is harvested, how to read lab reports properly, and why ocean minerals are now being used to rebuild depleted soils and strengthen livestock naturally. Michael also shares the forgotten work of Dr. Maynard Murray and how his research laid the foundation for restoring soil using sea minerals, a story that reshapes how we understand health from the ground up. Whether you are new to real food or already deep into regenerative farming, this episode will change how you see salt forever. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save 10% on Baja Gold by Using Code: GOODSOIL Save 10% on Sea-90 by Using Code: GOODSOIL Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 76: 20 Years After West Point with Tim Eng (Part 1) | 12 Nov 2025 | 01:50:22 | |
When Tim Eng, a West Point graduate, Iraq veteran, and now “The Homesteading Agent,” returned to the U.S. Military Academy for his 20-year reunion, he thought it would be just another family trip. But standing once again on those storied gray grounds, watching the cadets march in precision, something deeper began to unfold. In this powerful and vulnerable episode of Call to Farms, Tim and his wife, Sophia, open up about how West Point shaped him—the discipline, the grit, the scars, and the transformation that followed. They talk candidly about what it means to be forged by fire, about the tension between the soldier he became and the homesteader he is now, and how revisiting his past became an unexpected path toward healing, faith, and rediscovering love. This is not a typical reunion story. It’s part therapy, part testimony, and a look into legacy, sacrifice, and the cost of leadership. In this episode, Tim shares why he chose West Point and what it really takes to get in, the unspoken mental and physical toll of elite military training, and how war, family, and faith reshaped his definition of service. He also talks about the healing power of storytelling and returning to his roots. If you’ve ever wrestled with your past or wondered how to find purpose after seasons of duty and endurance, this episode will hit home. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to secure your ticket for the 2026 Homesteaders United Conference! Join Waitlist Here Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 75: October Housing Market & Homestead Update | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:14:00 | |
As the seasons shift, so does the pace of life on the homestead and in the housing market. In this end-of-October update, we’re talking about what it means to slow down with purpose: harvesting the last of our livestock, drying up our dairy cows, and using this season of rest to rebuild and improve our infrastructure for the year ahead. On the housing front, don’t miss this window. You have just 2 days left (until October 31st) to reach out to Sophie for an especially low interest rate if you’ve purchased a home in the past three years and are ready to refinance and lower your rate. Tune in for a grounded conversation on stewardship of both your land and your finances. 👉 Reach out to Sophie today before the October 31st deadline to lock in your savings. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Save 15% on NULU knives by using our discount code: HOMESTEADNULU Save 15% on Ryze mushroom coffee by using our discount code: HOMESTEADINGAGENT15 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 74: Fed Rate Drop, Housing Market Shift & Our Biggest Homestead Fix Yet | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:49:24 | |
As September closes and October begins, Sophia and Tim dive into the latest housing market shifts. With Jerome Powell’s recent message hinting at a slight lowering of the Fed rate, the market has seen a surprising pickup in activity. More buyers are stepping out, referrals are increasing for Tim, and while housing inventory remains tight and prices continue to soften, offers are finally flowing again. They break down what this means for families navigating real estate in today’s environment. On the homestead, big changes are underway as Fall settles in. Sophia and Tim share updates on bringing back a couple of their bred cows onto new pasture, now fully fenced with barbed wire they recently completed on leased land. That installation, captured step-by-step in a brand-new video course, was just released inside their Call to Farms online community. (See the link below to learn more.) They’re also installing long-awaited ball waterers which were planned and budgeted for six months, just in time for winter. This project ties directly into Tim’s SAFE Method, outlined in his new book FM 5-21: Fortify Your Farm, showing how creating redundant systems prevents burnout (like hauling heavy water buckets during East Tennessee’s freezing weeks) and keeps the homestead sustainable. They also reflect on recent travels: Sophia and the children’s educational field trip to The Koji House in Virginia, learning about koji’s role in both culinary traditions and sake-making. That full tour was captured in a new YouTube release on the Sprinkle with Soil YouTube channel link below if you’d like to watch behind the scenes. The family also toured several college campuses, including a chiropractic school in South Carolina that caught their eldest daughter’s interest. From housing markets to homestead projects to raising resilient kids, this episode is packed with insights on balancing family, farm, and future planning. 👉 From Federal Service to Financial Freedom: Free Webinar for Federal Employees 👉 Learn more about the Call to Farms community & fencing course here. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Save 15% on NULU knives by using our discount code: HOMESTEADNULU Save 15% on Ryze mushroom coffee by using our discount code: HOMESTEADINGAGENT15 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 73: Why Families Are Turning to Fermented Cod Liver Oil Again | 26 Aug 2025 | 00:44:21 | |
Have you ever wondered why fermented cod liver oil has been called one of the most powerful ancestral foods for families? In this episode of Call to Farms, we sit down with Addie Bartlett, CEO of Green Pasture Products, to uncover the story behind this age-old superfood and why it’s making a modern comeback. Addie shares her personal journey into the world of nutrient-dense foods, the inspiration behind Green Pasture, and how fermentation preserves the vital vitamins that support gut health, immunity, and overall vitality. We also explore the balance of science and tradition, sustainable sourcing, and the role fermented foods can play in your family’s wellness journey. Whether you’re a homesteader, a parent trying to feed your family real food, or simply curious about ancestral nutrition, this conversation is packed with insights, practical tips, and stories that will inspire you to rethink the way you nourish your body from the soil to the kitchen table. Tune in to discover:
Don’t miss this episode if you want to bring tradition, nutrition, and real food back to your table! 🎧 Listen now and nourish your family the ancestral way! | |||
| Episode 72: Downsizing Gone Wrong! | 18 Aug 2025 | 00:42:06 | |
What happens when downsizing your herd turns into upsizing your farm family? In this episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim (The Homesteading Agent) and Sophie (author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen) share their August homesteading update—complete with surprise dairy cows, lessons learned from raising meat birds in Tennessee, and the challenges (and blessings) of saying “yes” to unexpected opportunities. We also dive deep into:
This episode is equal parts practical, heartfelt, and eye-opening—perfect for anyone navigating the balance of homesteading, family, and the housing market. 👉 Hit subscribe, share with a friend, and let us know what resonated most. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We invite you to join us at the upcoming Homesteaders United Jamboree in Concord, NC on August 28-30, 2025. Get Tickets Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 71: From Bay Area to 70 Acres: Why We’re All-In on Land, Legacy & Local Food (July 2025 Housing Market Update) | 25 Jul 2025 | 00:41:40 | |
In this jam-packed milestone episode, Tim (The Homesteading Agent) and Sophia (The Homesteading Lender) share their July housing market update and a deeply personal behind-the-scenes look at how they went from a Bay Area quarter-acre to managing over 70 acres of regenerative land in East Tennessee. You’ll hear: This episode also includes exciting announcements for what’s ahead — including new lending changes that benefit off-grid homesteaders, the launch of The Growth School, and your invite to upcoming events 👇 🔐 TONIGHT (7/25 @ 4PM PT / 7PM ET): Learn how to protect your livestock, land, and loved ones using the SAFE Method, developed from Tim’s combat experience and homestead life. 👉 Register: https://streamyard.com/watch/yC9PWXDrcpiC 🎓 The Growth School is OPEN for Founding Members 🏡 Homebuying 101: August Workshop 🎪 Homesteaders United Jamboree – Concord, NC (Labor Day Weekend) 🙏 If this episode inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. | |||
| Episode 70: From Dairy to Dirt to Divine Skincare with Charles Mayfield | 11 Jul 2025 | 00:42:24 | |
In this episode, we sit down with Charles Mayfield — father, bestselling author, regenerative farmer, and founder of Farrow Skincare — to trace his journey from Mayfield Dairy roots to launching a land-based skincare company built on lard and healing. Charles shares how his upbringing on the family dairy instilled a powerful work ethic and how his hands-on experience at Polyface Farms with Joel Salatin sparked his passion for regenerative agriculture. He went on to found Mayfield Pastures, raising high-quality, pasture-based meats, and ultimately, Farrow, a skincare line crafted from the very animals he stewards. We dive into why your skin is your largest organ—and how it’s been overlooked in the health and wellness world. Charles explains why lard is not just an ancestral fat, but a nutrient-dense powerhouse for healing sun-damaged and sensitive skin, and how the key to vibrant health may lie in reconnecting with land, animals, and traditional wisdom. Whether you're a homesteader, health seeker, or skincare skeptic, this episode will challenge what you think you know about health, beauty, and sustainability. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save 15% on your first Farrow purchase by using code: COMETOFARMS Be sure to Follow Farrow on Instagram! We invite you to join us at the upcoming Homesteaders United Jamboree in Concord, NC on August 28-30, 2025. Get Tickets Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 69: June Housing Market SHOCK and What It Means for You | 20 Jun 2025 | 00:24:20 | |
In this power-packed episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim Eng—aka The Homesteading Agent—and his wife Sophie, author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen, break down the state of the U.S. housing market as of June 2025—and what it means for homesteaders and families alike. 📈 Is the market cooling… or just on pause? We dive into:
Whether you're buying, selling, or dreaming about land, this episode gives you the real talk, not the Realtor pitch. 👣 Stay rooted. Stay ready. Stay free. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Last Chance! Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 We invite you to join us at the upcoming Homesteaders United Jamboree in Concord, NC on August 28-30, 2025. Get Tickets Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 68: Too late or just in time? May Housing Market Update & What You Need to Know | 30 May 2025 | 00:38:08 | |
In this episode of Call to Farms, join Sophie and Tim as they break down the housing market for May — both in their East Tennessee region and across the country. There's been an uptick in buyers looking to homestead, but it's a tale of two camps: those who sat on the sidelines too long and are now feeling priced out, and those who have the funds but little preparation, looking to homesteading as a fast-track solution to growing economic uncertainty. We unpack what this means for sellers, what buyers need to be aware of, and how to navigate today’s real estate climate with clarity and purpose. Plus, we share exciting details about our upcoming Homesteaders United Jamboree in Concord, NC, where we’ve partnered with Mike The Fit Farmer to bring you a hands-on experience. We’ll be hosting Homesteading 2.0 workshops to help you uplevel your skills. Because it’s one thing to watch... but another to do. Whether you’re just starting to dream or you're already deep into the lifestyle and ready to go further, this episode — and this event — is for you. 🎧 Tune in and take the next step toward your self-sufficient future. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We invite you to join us at the upcoming Homesteaders United Jamboree in Concord, NC on August 28-30, 2025. Save when you use the code: EARLYBIRD2025 Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 67: From Silicon Valley to Southern Soil | 09 May 2025 | 00:58:48 | |
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, we sit down with our good friend Ilia Jackson of Mini Mint Farms to hear her incredible journey from fast-paced Silicon Valley life to full-time trailer living—and ultimately settling into a thriving homestead in Middle Tennessee. Ilia shares how she and her family navigated the search for the right land, built a beautiful barndominium from the ground up, and dove headfirst into raising mini Jersey cows. As a true Jill-of-all-trades, Ilia juggles homesteading, homeschooling, and homemaking while her husband continues to work full-time in tech as an entrepreneur. We talk about what it really takes to make the transition to self-sufficient living, how they balance family responsibilities, and why her story is a powerful example for anyone dreaming of growing their own food and finding freedom through homesteading. Whether you're just starting to dream or deep in the dirt, this episode will encourage and equip you to take the next step. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You've got to try freeze-dried candy. Kids and adults love them! Want to learn more about Ilia's Mini Jerseys and Raw Milk? Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 66: Melissa K. Norris on Living Handmade | 03 May 2025 | 00:49:31 | |
In this inspiring episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, we sit down with Melissa K. Norris—homesteader, author, and beloved voice in the homesteading community—to talk about her brand-new book Home and Handmade. Melissa shares the heart behind her latest work, her personal journey from generational homesteader to modern-day teacher and mentor, and even answers a fun listener question about her favorite homesteading chore (you might be surprised!). Whether you're just getting started or have been homesteading for years, Melissa offers practical tips and resources to help you keep learning, growing, and building community. This episode is packed with encouragement, wisdom, and the kind of real-talk every homesteader needs. Tune in and be inspired to take the next step in your own homestead journey—with heart, purpose, and a little handmade grit. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Pre-Order Your Copy of Home and Handmade! Join Melissa this coming week from 5/5-5/9 as she hosts a free, five-day Kitchen Crash Course on Preserving the Harvest and Stocking the Pantry. Be Sure to Secure Your Spot Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 65: Grief, Gratitude, and the Journey to Homestead | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:24:02 | |
This week’s episode is a little different, and deeply personal. While traveling back to Cali for the funeral of her favorite uncle, Sophie recorded this solo episode to honor his memory and share the powerful influence he had on her life. From childhood moments that shaped her resilience to the values that led her and Tim to pursue homesteading, Sophie opens up in a way that’s raw, heartfelt, and full of gratitude. And to answer your question before it even comes up - no, Tim did not smuggle a gun in for him! 😂 That would definitely be illegal. This one isn’t about real estate or farm updates. It’s about legacy, love, and the people who shape our path. If you’ve ever wondered about the “why” behind our lifestyle, or just need a gentle reminder to appreciate the ones who got you here, this is the episode to listen to. Pull up a chair, pour a cup of something warm, and join Sophie in this special tribute.
Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 64: Make This Your Sign, The Housing Market Just Shifted | 15 Apr 2025 | 00:36:37 | |
Hey Friends, welcome back to Call to Farms. In today’s episode, we’re diving into a major shift we’ve seen in just the last month in the housing market—and how it’s being shaped by global events and national economic turbulence. Tariffs just rocked the economy. The stock market’s been swinging like crazy. And if you’ve been feeling that uncertainty in your gut—whether you’re a buyer, seller, or homesteader—you’re not alone. What we cover in this episode:
Whether you’re looking to buy land, build a homestead, or just want more freedom and options for your family, now is the time to act intentionally. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to start your homesteading journey, let this be your sign. There is no “perfect” time—only the time you choose to step forward. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 63: Who’s Buying Homesteads in East Tennessee? Real Buyer Profiles + March 2025 Market Update | 21 Mar 2025 | 00:46:33 | |
In this episode, Tim and Sophie dig into the latest housing market trends as of March 2025 and share real insights into what their buyers are looking for. Sophie, who comes from the fast-paced tech world of Silicon Valley, brings her love for data to the table—breaking down trends and buyer behavior in a way that's both informative and encouraging. They also share some real-life stories from their clients: families, veterans, off-grid dreamers, and folks just starting their homesteading journey. These profiles may just resonate with you or someone you know— they’re meant to inspire anyone feeling stuck or unsure about their next steps. Whether you're thinking of selling, buying, or just exploring East Tennessee, this episode is full of practical takeaways and motivation. Plus, big news! Tim and Sophie have partnered with RentEastTN.com to offer mid to long-term rental options for those in transition—perfect for anyone who wants to get a feel for the area before making the big move. Listen in for insights, inspiration, and a gentle push to take that next step toward the life you’ve been dreaming about. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 62: Surviving War & Revolution (Mom's Story Part 3) | 18 Mar 2025 | 01:10:01 | |
In the final installment of our three-part series featuring Sophia's mother's extraordinary journey, we witness her resilience as she plants roots in American soil. After escaping Vietnam during the Fall of Saigon and navigating the challenges of refugee life, Mom faces her next great adventure—building a life in a completely foreign culture. Join Tim "The Homesteading Realtor" and Sophia "The Homesteading Lender" as they guide listeners through Mom's captivating stories of adaptation and determination: learning to drive a stick shift on America's highways, mastering the art of negotiation in a new economy, securing her first job, and conquering the English language one conversation at a time. This episode reveals the profound challenges Mom faced not only from the outside world but within her own family. While Dad fought against their new reality and repeatedly threatened to return to Vietnam, Mom stood resolute in her decision to make America work—driven by dreams of providing a better future for her child. Her unwavering commitment in the face of this additional adversity showcases the true depth of her courage and vision. This episode completes the arc that began with Mom's early years in French-influenced Vietnam and continued through the harrowing experiences of war and Communist rule. Her journey from refugee to self-sufficient American embodies the very spirit of homesteading we celebrate on The Call to Farms. But this isn't goodbye—Mom's wisdom doesn't end here! Stay tuned for future episodes where she'll return to share her expertise in entrepreneurship, financial stewardship, traditional cooking techniques (including her famous nourishing broths), and preparing future generations for self-reliance. Don't miss this moving conclusion that honors family legacy and reminds us why understanding our roots empowers us to build more resilient futures. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out our Home Buying 101 Webinar on Friday, Mar 28th at 6 pm EST. Register for this Free Webinar Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 61: March Housing Market Update | 09 Mar 2025 | 00:13:38 | |
Join Tim and Sophia Eng, the Homesteading Realtor team, as they break down the latest shifts in the housing market. In this episode, they analyze how President Trump's first 90 days in office have created significant ripple effects throughout the economy—particularly on interest rates and unemployment figures—and what these changes mean for both buyers and sellers in today's real estate landscape. With their unique perspective as both homesteaders and real estate professionals, Tim draws on his military background and rural property expertise while Sophia shares insights from her mortgage industry experience to help you navigate these uncertain times. Whether you're looking to buy your first homestead, sell your property, or simply understand how these economic shifts might affect your future plans, this episode provides actionable information to guide your decisions. Tune in to hear their analysis on whether now is the right time to make your move in the housing market, and learn practical strategies for positioning yourself for success regardless of current conditions. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out our Home Buying 101 Webinar on Friday, Mar 28th at 6 pm EST. Register for this Free Webinar Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 60: From West Point to Wellness with Dr. Stanton Hom | 26 Feb 2025 | 01:40:42 | |
What happens when a West Point grad and Army officer trades in his uniform for a healing touch? Dr. Stanton Hom’s journey from serving in Operation Iraqi Freedom to becoming a leader in medical freedom and chiropractic care is nothing short of extraordinary. In this powerful episode of Call to Farms, Tim, the Homesteading Realtor, and Sophia, Sprinkle with Soil, sit down with Dr. Stan to explore his radical career shift, his passion for helping families reclaim their health, and his dedication to raising up future generations with freedom and sovereignty. Tim and Dr. Stan share a deeply personal connection—both have walked through the fire of PTSD and emerged with a mission: to heal, educate, and create a better way forward for their families and communities. This conversation is raw, real, and not for the faint of heart. We tackle the tough questions, dive into the importance of true health sovereignty, and share the wisdom needed to build a future where self-healing and natural living are the norm. Dr. Stan’s work at Future Generations Chiropractic is changing lives, and if you’re ready to reclaim your health, your choices, and your family’s well-being, this episode is for you. Plus, if you can’t get enough of these conversations, be sure to check out our guest appearance on Dr. Stan’s Future Generations Podcast, episode #204! Tune in, subscribe to our show, share with a friend, and join us in the movement for freedom and healing. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out our Home Buying 101 Webinar on Friday, Feb 28th at 6 pm EST. Register for this Free Webinar Here! Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 59: Surviving War & Revolution (Mom's Story Part 2) | 19 Feb 2025 | 01:09:23 | |
In this powerful continuation of our family history series, we welcome back a very special guest - MOM - for Part 2 of her firsthand account of living through the communist takeover of Vietnam. This episode takes us deeper into her extraordinary journey of survival and resilience, spanning nearly two decades of her life from age 7 to 26. As we gather with our children to hear their grandmother's story, she shares intimate details of what daily life was like during the fall of Saigon and the profound impact of living under constant warfare. Her powerful narrative gives us a raw glimpse into the reality of losing freedoms under communist rule, and ultimately, her difficult decision to flee to the United States as her only path to freedom. This episode serves as more than just a history lesson - it's a vital preservation of our family's legacy and a stark reminder of why we value self-sufficiency and freedom so deeply. Through our children's questions and their grandmother's answers, we bridge generations of wisdom and understanding about the true cost of liberty and the importance of being prepared for uncertain times. Join us for this moving conversation that weaves together themes of family resilience, the value of preparedness, and the precious gift of freedom that we must never take for granted. This is a story that needs to be told, heard, and remembered. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out our Home Buying 101 Webinar on Friday, Feb 28th at 6 pm EST. Register for this Free Webinar Here! Save $25 on Above Phone by using our discount code: SOIL25 Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 58: Why Far Infrared is a Game Changer to Your Health | 12 Feb 2025 | 01:21:34 | |
Hey, Friends! Welcome back to Call to Farms! This episode is a must-listen for anyone on a journey to better health, detoxification, and holistic healing. We're sitting down with Phil Wilson, founder of Relax Saunas, to uncover the science-backed benefits of far infrared therapy—a natural, powerful way to boost circulation, reduce inflammation, and detox heavy metals from the body. We dive deep into: As homesteaders, we know the importance of clean food and water, but what about detoxing from hidden toxins in our environment? This episode will change the way you think about healing—and why every home should have this powerful tool. 🔥 SPECIAL OFFER: Use code FARM100 at RelaxSaunas.com for $100 off your own Relax Sauna! 🎧 Tune in now and take control of your health naturally! Don't forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review—your support helps us bring more powerful conversations to the homesteading and wellness community. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out our Home Buying 101 Webinar on Friday, Feb 28th at 6 pm EST. Register for this Free Webinar Here! Join Sophie and Tim in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Save $25 on Above Phone by using our discount code: SOIL25 Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code:GOODSOIL Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 57: Buy Now or Wait? | 05 Feb 2025 | 00:29:11 | |
In this episode of Call to Farms, Tim and Sophie break down the latest housing market trends, interest rate shifts, and the impact of early policy changes under the new administration. As real estate professionals selling homes across multiple states, they share firsthand insights on how buyers and sellers are reacting to economic shifts. Is now a good time to buy, or should you wait? Tune in for a practical, no-nonsense discussion on what’s happening on the ground and what it means for homesteaders, investors, and families looking for their next property. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Be sure to check out our Home Buying 101 Webinar on Friday, Feb 28th at 6 pm EST. Register for this Free Webinar Here! Want to learn more about creating an efficient homestead kitchen? Join Melissa K Norris on Monday, Feb 10th at 1 pm PST or 4 pm EST. Register Here for this Free Webinar! Join Sophie and Tim in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Save $25 on Above Phone by using our discount code: SOIL25 Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Want to learn how to prep your garden bed for Spring using Korean Natural Farming methods? Chris Trump is offering 20% off his online comprehensive soil course. The exact same course Tim took in person is available online to make it easy to reference back on. This is a great way to get ramped up quickly on your homestead to change that dirt into living soil naturally. Use Code: calltofarms Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||
| Episode 56: Surviving War & Revolution (Mom's Story Part 1) | 31 Jan 2025 | 00:43:31 | |
In this special episode of Call to Farms, we sit down with Mom for Part 1 of our journey into exploring our ancestry. As we work to preserve our family's history, we want to ensure our children understand where we came from—especially as we embrace a return to traditional and natural living through our regenerative homestead. Mom shares powerful stories of her childhood in Vietnam, reflecting on life under French rule, the rise of Communist control, and the turmoil of the Civil War in the 1950s before the Americans arrived. Her firsthand experiences reveal the resilience of her generation and offer striking parallels to the challenges we face today. This conversation is a reminder of why understanding our past is crucial for navigating the future. Join us as we bridge the past and present, learning from the wisdom of those who came before us. Stay tuned for Part 2! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Save $25 on Above Phone by using our discount code: SOIL25 Save 15% on Redmond Products by using our discount code: GOODSOIL Join us in person at the 2025 Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d’Alene, ID on June 27th and 28th, 2025! Get tickets here. SAVE 10% on General Admission with code: SPRINKLE10 Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings! | |||