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S18 E1: I’m Back! (Sorta) Why I’ve Been Quiet Lately...
02 Dec 2025
00:33:47
Hey friends, I’m Back! (Sorta). I thought I'd share some of my deep thoughts on why I've been quiet lately and what you can expect from me in the future. Listen in as I share updates on my life as well as my shifting perspectives on homesteading, purpose, and more.
Podcast Episode Highlights
The reason that I've been quiet for six months...
A personal shift in my life
Deep thoughts about my online presence
Shifting from mentor to connection
My shifting opinions on "homesteading" these days
Transitioning from homeschool to charter school
The Simple Life isn't the Finish Line
Showing you all the pieces instead of just a brand
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S17: E13: When Homesteading Takes a Backseat
07 Apr 2025
00:36:01
Homesteading has seasons—sometimes it's front and center, and other times it takes a backseat. In this episode, I’m sharing how our life looks different right now, why that’s okay, and how I’ve made peace with the inevitable FOMO.
We’ll chat about the honeymoon stage of homesteading, shifting priorities, and the simple ways I’m keeping it woven into our daily life, even when it’s not the main focus. If you’ve ever felt guilty for stepping back, this one’s for you!
Podcast Episode Highlights
My upcoming cookbook project
Homesteading is trendy now
Why homesteading is taking a backseat in my life now
Thinking about my cow Oakley
Prepare for your own shifts in life
The main three shifts in the homestead life
My current calling
Homesteading becoming a tool instead of an identity
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S17: E4: From Chaos to Calm: Decluttering Secrets for Homesteaders
03 Feb 2025
00:49:18
In this episode, I chat with Dana K. White, author and creator of A Slob Comes Clean, about the surprising connections between decluttering and homesteading. We dive into Dana’s practical strategies, including the Container Concept and her no-mess decluttering method, to help you create a more functional and peaceful home.
Whether you’re managing a homestead or just tackling everyday clutter, Dana’s tips will inspire you to simplify and reclaim your space.
Podcast Episode Highlights
Dana's backstory on how she went from a messy life to a clean one
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S11 E11: How to Find Nourishing Food WITHOUT a Farm w/ Liz Haselmayer
06 Feb 2023
01:02:24
Join in as Liz Haselmayer and I discuss real food. Prices keep rising at the grocery store, and it's not often easy to even find good food, especially if you can't buy a farm and move to the country.
The Haselmayers--like most families--don't own a farm, but they've learned that doesn't mean they need to sacrifice nutrition. Join us as Liz and I share lots of practical insights into this timely topic.
And be sure to check out Toups & Co, a small homestead family that makes amazing skin products from natural ingredients. Go to ThePrairieHomestead.com/makeup and save 15% with code HOMESTEAD.
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S11 E10: Breaking Out of the Ag Echo Chamber w/ Natalie Kovarik
30 Jan 2023
00:42:43
If you sometimes wonder if you're living in an ag echo chamber, you'll want to join in on today's conversation with a true advocate for ag and all that entails.
Natalie, as a first-generation rancher with 5th-generation roots, shares a lot of great insights into what might be driving the aggressive anti-meat narrative we hear today, and so much more.
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S11 E9: The Great Egg Conspiracy (or not)
23 Jan 2023
00:28:40
The internet is blowing up with comedi-HENS... pricey-egg memes and egg-gangster reels, so today we're diving into my thoughts on this "Great Egg Conspiracy" and if it's really what it's cracked up to be.
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S11 E8: First Generation Ranchers: Our Beef Story
16 Jan 2023
00:46:58
He's baaack... but this time Christian and I are chatting about our beef story.
Join us as we walk through how we broke out of the limited mindset that told us we couldn't do this, what scared each of us the most (you may be surprised), and if all the experts are right that you can't be a rancher unless you're born or married into it.
If you've ever had a dream that others tell you is impossible, there's good stuff in this episode for you.
If you'd like to serve some delicious, grass-raised beef--born and raised on our WY prairie--on your dinner table: https://genuinebeefco.com/
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S11 E7: Thinking Outside the System with Matt Beaudreau
09 Jan 2023
00:53:42
I'm thrilled to be talking with Matt Beaudreau today. And I think you'll love joining in our conversation about doing crazy things that society doesn't always agree with.
Matt, a well-known speaker and co-creator of Apogee Strong, talks about how we all consistently seeing patterns in society over and over and naively thinking that, "okay, I'll take the next step, and that's where I will gain some element of control to be able to actually impact the situation."
Matt breaks down how this thought process is all wrong, how he stepped out of that rut, and how we can too.
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S11 E6: Ancient Grains: Your New Best Friend in the Kitchen
02 Jan 2023
00:54:32
Ancient and heritage grains & how to use them in your kitchen ... It's an intriguing topic that most of us long to know so much more about. So today we do a deep dive with not one but two experts, Caitlin Youngquist, an agricultural educator with the University of Wyoming Extension, and Sarah Wood, a fourth-generation farmer.
And order your planner before they’re gone! It will help you balance your busy life and still have time to spare, all while keeping all your ducks in a row (or hens, or goats…). But hurry! They are going fast! https://meet.theprairiehomestead.com/2023plannermain
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S11 E5: What if Your Spouse HATES Homesteading? With Christian Winger
19 Dec 2022
00:51:23
It's hard to believe I've been producing this podcast since 2019 yet today is the first time this guest has joined me. Listen in as Christian and I talk about how to recognize what your spouse brings to the table in your relationship and what to do when you don't see eye-to-eye about homesteading.
And order your planner before they’re gone! It will help you balance your busy life and still have time to spare, all while keeping all your ducks in a row (or hens, or goats…). But hurry! They are going fast! https://meet.theprairiehomestead.com/2023plannermain
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S11 E4: The Biggest Mistake a Homesteader Can Make with Marty Raney
12 Dec 2022
01:25:32
You're gonna love this episode, just me chatting with Marty Raney (yes, THE Marty Raney) about all those giant mistakes he's seen homesteaders making over the years.
And order your planner before they're gone! It will help you balance your busy life and still have time to spare, all while keeping all your ducks in a row (or hens, or goats…). But hurry! They are going fast! https://meet.theprairiehomestead.com/2023plannermain
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S11 E3: The Best (Non-Tacky) Homemade Christmas Gifts
05 Dec 2022
00:28:12
Most of us have no desire to buy things we don't need or keep stuffing our homes full of stuff. And folks like us don’t mind rocking the boat or going against the grain in almost every area of life, so Christmas gift-giving shouldn’t be any different, right?
Grab a planner that will help you balance your busy life and still have time to spare, all while keeping all your ducks in a row (or hens, or goats...). But hurry! They are going fast! https://meet.theprairiehomestead.com/2023plannermain
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S11 E2: How to Motivate Your Homestead Kids
28 Nov 2022
00:53:15
Today I'm chatting with Kody Hanner about homestead kids and how to motivate them effectively. We talk about the complications of an over-busy family schedule and how to help it run a little more smoothly without having to toss in the towel or revamp it all.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S17: E3: Yes, Home Cooking Matters. Here's Why.
27 Jan 2025
00:30:52
Why bother? It's a question I've certainly asked myself, and perhaps you have too. In an age where cheap, convenient food is everywhere, why take the time to cook from-scratch? Is it worth it? Are we wasting our time and fooling ourselves?
In this episode, we're exploring this question as I share an excerpt from my book, Old-Fashioned on Purpose. It’s a heartfelt reminder of why home cooking still matters, even in today’s world of convenience and industrial ingredients.
Podcast Episode Highlights
Food as my focus this year
Why it's worth making from-scratch real food
Recent activity at the Soda Fountain
Reading a chapter about food from my Old-Fashioned on Purpose book
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S11 E1: Answering YOUR Questions: Family Guilt, Overwhelm, Microwaves, & More!
21 Nov 2022
00:49:41
Today's a fun episode, brought to you by YOU... You all threw some great questions my way and I'm answering a bunch of them today, rapid fire. And we'll kick it all off with an update on what's been happening around here, starting with a really big bull that local friends & Christian are taking by the horns.
This episode is sponsored by Genuine Beef Co. & our limited-time Steak Sizzler Special. You're gonna love this! Go to https://genuinebeefco.com/a/bundles/
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S10 E15: My Biggest Challenge as a Homestead Mama Thus Far
31 Oct 2022
00:29:57
Today I'm chatting with you about something that's consumed my life lately... a stage I'm going through that is my most challenging one to date. I've been feeling like the Lone Ranger in this category, and I'm sure I'm not, so please listen in and let me know if you commiserate with what I'm going through.
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S10 E14: Ingenious Chicken Keeping with Harvey Ussery
24 Oct 2022
00:59:16
I'm thrilled that a bigger and better second edition of The Small Scale Poultry Flock has just been released, and the author, Harvey Ussery, is here today to share so much chicken knowledge!
We talk about predators, gardens, weeds, cover crops, and lots more, and what all these things have to do with chickens. As well as why the best solutions to so many chicken problems--the natural ones that are cheap or free--aren't the ones you often hear about.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E13: When Fertilizer Turns Toxic with Julie Lay
17 Oct 2022
00:47:53
Today I'm uncovering the toxic story behind what folks want us to think is a harmless fertilizer.
I'm talking with Julie Lay. Julie has a BS in Animal Science from Auburn University and until 2020 spent her entire career working in the food safety industry, which you could argue she’s still doing, but in a very different way, today.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E12: The Mystery of the Poisonous Potting Soil
10 Oct 2022
00:30:16
Taking a little break from our current theme today to fill you in on the major soil saga we had on the homestead this spring. If you have ever purchased potting soil or dirt, or if you keep a compost pile, my story has ramifications for you too.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E11: Who IS Raising the Kids? with Susan Linn
03 Oct 2022
00:51:01
Today I'm welcoming back Susan Linn, psychologist, lecturer on psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and the author a few landmark books, including her just-released Who's Raising the Kids?
Is big business raising our kids today? And how we can fight back?
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S10 E10: Busting Beef Myths with Diana Rodgers
26 Sep 2022
00:49:01
Suppose you’ve wondered why an anti-meat agenda is being pushed nationwide. In that case, you need to listen to my talk today with Diana Rodger, registered dietitian, former research biochemist, and co-author of the book Sacred Cow (and the documentary of the same name).
She walks us out of what she calls “carbon tunnel vision,” and explains in very simple terms why well-raised meat is good for us and our planet.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E9: An Old-Fashioned Remedy for Depression with Dr. Kelly Lambert
19 Sep 2022
00:58:58
Today's guest is an expert on how brains change in response to experiences. Dr. Kelly Lambert, an author and behavioral neuroscientist at the University of Richmond, offers us some truly old-fashioned remedies to an ever-present modern problem of increasing rates of depression.
While antidepressants have become a multi-billion-dollar industry in recent decades, the rates of depression haven't gone down. Dr. Kelly Lambert offers very interesting insights, and brilliant, simple suggestions that homesteaders will totally relate to.
If you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest. Be sure to use code HOMESTEAD & save 15% off your entire order!
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E8: Could You Spend 1000 Hours Outside? With Ginny Yurich
12 Sep 2022
00:49:24
Today I'm chatting with the creator of the 1000 Hours outside movement. Ginny offers hands-on, practical ways to get your children off of electronics and out in nature while also inspiring you to do the same. She encourages us that our kids can do less of those "enriching activities," that sometimes cost a fortune, and yet gain so much more... all from more time in nature.
If you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest. Be sure to use code HOMESTEAD & save 15% off your entire order!
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E7: Stop Being Comfortable with Michael Easter
05 Sep 2022
00:49:32
I'm thrilled to be talking with Michael Easter today, an award-winning journalist, contributing editor at Men’s Health magazine, and author of The Comfort Crisis.
Michael breaks down how our world has gotten more and more "comfortable" since the Industrial Revolution, why this isn't necessarily a good thing, and why more folks today need to do what homesteaders, as a natural inclination, tend to do... challenge themselves and lean into "hard."
Be sure to check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest. Use code HOMESTEAD, save 15% off your entire order, and improve your garden soil before next growing season.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S17: E2: The Missing Piece: Mastering Nutrition for the Homesteader
20 Jan 2025
01:00:36
As homesteaders, we often focus on sourcing high-quality, real food—but what about understanding how to truly fuel our bodies? In this episode, I sit down with Johnna Sutton, a functional nutritionist and seasoned homesteader, to discuss the finer points of macronutrients and how they fit into a seasonal, whole-food lifestyle.
From balancing protein, fats, and carbs to adjusting your diet for the seasons and life stages, Johnna explains how this often-overlooked knowledge can help homesteaders fine-tune their health and thrive. If you’ve got the food quality piece down but feel like something’s still missing, this episode is for you!
Podcast Episode Highlights
Johnna's background in nutrition
How we can understand what our bodies need
Calculation for nutrition for your body
Details on insulin resistance
A closer look about cravings
How to figure out the nutrition in from-scratch meals
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E6: The Magic of Play with Susan Linn
29 Aug 2022
00:43:20
If you've ever wondered why kids don't crave independent, creative play as they did a generation ago, or why today's kids don't often complete things solely for the satisfaction of achievement, you're gonna love this podcast episode.
Susan Linn is an author, psychologist, and world-renowned expert on creative play and provides insight into smartphones and social-media dopamine while giving us practical ways to bring back creativity to middle childhood.
Btw, if you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest. Be sure to use code HOMESTEAD & save 15% off your entire order!
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E5: The Incredible Gift of Failure with Jessica Lahey
22 Aug 2022
01:02:59
When it comes to how to motivate kids, our society gets a lot wrong.
If you ever find yourself seconding guess your parenting choices that don't always look like the rest of society's parenting choices, definitely listen in to my talk with Jessica Lahey today.
If, on another note, you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest. Be sure to use code HOMESTEAD & save 15% off your entire order!
In today's episode, Jessica explains why extrinsic motivators (aka a parent begging, punishing, or bribing) don't boost a child's intrinsic motivation. And we dive into detail about all the better options.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E4: Pushing Back Against Consumer Culture with Shannon Hayes
15 Aug 2022
00:50:18
Join in on my conversation with the author of Radical Homemakers and Redefining Rich as she breaks down the meaning of "homemaker" in ways you've never thought of.
In today's episode, Shannon and I talk about how a true homemaker learns skills so she is free to live by the principles that are most important to her, all the while working through the important steps of renouncing, reclaiming, and rebuilding, and figuring out what these steps look like for her.
Shannon and I talk about what it looks like to grapple with the macro issues and the micro issues, and in all that chaotic imperfection, to find happiness and redefine "wealth."
If you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest. Be sure to use code HOMESTEAD & save 15% off your entire order!
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E3: Rethinking an Old-Fashioned Life with Rory Feek
08 Aug 2022
01:09:23
Rory Feek joins me today to talk about why we think our current generation is the most depressed one that's ever lived and how we can slowly go about opting out of the systems, even without a detailed plan. We talk about how we can, one step at a time, become more autonomous and independent, while simultaneously investing more in the community.
Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that could happen again this summer? Here's the training video I promised: https://youtu.be/rFBwPVN-Ye4
For a limited time, while supplies are currently available, use code HOMESTEAD to save 15% (and enjoy free shipping) right here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E2: Free-Range Kids: How & Why with Lenore Skenazy
01 Aug 2022
01:02:46
Today we have a fascinating guest, Lenore Skenazy, the author of the book Free-Range Kids andthe founder of a nonprofit that is making it easy, normal, and legal to give kids independence.
We're diving into an intriguing topic of free-range kids and the impact it has on them when adults mitigate all risks. We'll talk about how as a society we got where we are, with parents afraid to let their kids play in the front yard or walk to the corner. And we'll outline practical steps parents can take to give kids a free-range lifestyle--outside and off of electronics--no matter where they live, from a rural homestead to a bustling city.
Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that could happen again this summer? Here's the training video I promised: https://youtu.be/rFBwPVN-Ye4
For a limited time, while supplies are currently available, use code HOMESTEAD to save 15% (and enjoy free shipping) right here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S10 E1: My Relationship with Homesteading is Changing
25 Jul 2022
00:13:22
Welcome to our TENTH season guys! Today we're talking about what it looks like when the honeymoon period of homesteading phases out and kinda slides over onto the back burner. And I'm explaining how and why this season on the podcast is going to be something all new & why I think you're gonna love it.
Then we dive into this kinda crazy new, old-school thing I'm doing that's breaking all the rules. (Let me know what you think!)
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S9 E12: Soda Fountains, Small Towns, and Life Lessons
04 Jul 2022
00:34:54
In this episode we're chatting about what it feels like to allow ourselves to be fully seen, to be vulnerable and raw. And we're talking about life in small-town America... how moving to a place that needs you and your skills and your talents might be a great option for you.
Let's break down the reasons you might wanna consider some of the off-the-beaten-path towns that don't check all the boxes but just might be a perfect backdrop for starting your own unconventional homestead. Because I think it's time to bring revival to small-town America, and maybe you and I are the ones who need to be taking action.
Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that could happen again this summer? Here's the training video I promised: https://youtu.be/rFBwPVN-Ye4
For a limited time, while supplies are currently available, use code HOMESTEAD to save 15% (and enjoy free shipping) right here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids
Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives? Click now! https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/freethinker
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Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S9 E11: When Homesteading Doesn't Fit Any of the Boxes
27 Jun 2022
01:02:12
Today I’m talking with Allison Askew of Arrow J Beef Co., a first-generation rancher with a lot of irons in a lot of fires. She’s sharing her inspiring story of unconventional homesteading to encourage everyone who doesn’t feel like they fit in any one particular box. If you ever feel like you’re wearing too many hats to actually be good at any one thing, take heart. If you're overwhelmed, or tired of feeling like you're not understood by those around you, Allison has some words of wisdom just for you.
Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that could happen again this summer? Here's the training video I promised: https://youtu.be/rFBwPVN-Ye4
For a limited time, while supplies are currently available, use code HOMESTEAD to save 15% (and enjoy free shipping) right here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids
Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives? Click now! https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/freethinker
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S9 E10: Homesteading with Chronic Pain & Health Challenges
20 Jun 2022
00:55:49
If you or a family member is facing an illness or battling chronic pain, is homesteading going to be feasible for you? Today's guests--Kevin and Julie from Wild Homestead Living--walk us through how they both have faced this very question. They will leave you will honest answers and practical advice that has made the world of difference for them.
Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that could happen again this summer? Here's the training video I promised: https://youtu.be/rFBwPVN-Ye4
For a limited time, while supplies are currently available, use code HOMESTEAD to save 15% (and enjoy free shipping) right here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/canninglids
Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives? Click now! https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/freethinker
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S9 E9: Homesteading in a Brutal Climate? Yes, It's Possible!
13 Jun 2022
01:03:57
Homesteading in harsh environments... Can it be done and is it worth it? Today we cover the good, the bad, and all the encouragement you need in this episode.
Sarah Allison, my guest last week, joins us again this week for this informative episode that's going to inspire you. Because, yes, homesteading is something you can do, no matter where you live.
Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives? Click now! https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/freethinker
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S17: E1: My Different Sort of Goals for 2025
13 Jan 2025
00:27:18
2025 is already shaping up to be full of surprises. In this episode, I’m sharing some unexpected goals I’ve set for the year ahead.
From new adventures to shifting priorities, these plans might just inspire you to rethink what’s possible for your own journey. Tune in for a candid conversation about growth, taking risks, and embracing the unexpected.
Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!
S9 E8: The Magic of a Multigenerational Homestead
06 Jun 2022
00:47:14
Is it possible to homestead while also caring for aging parents? Today's guest Sarah Allison not only dispels any fears you might have but also dives into practical tips that you're going to love.
So whether your parents might need to someday move onto your homestead, or you're already caring for your older parents and wonder if you could ever start a homestead too... this episode will encourage and inspire you!
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S9 E7: Secrets of Successful Edible Landscaping with Ed Laivo
30 May 2022
01:03:02
Today I am so excited to have Ed Laivo join us. Ed is an edible landscaping specialist, with a focus on small space gardening. I'm pretty sure he's going to convince you that everyone can grow food, even when they have very little space. With over 40 years of extensive experience in plant production, he's pretty inspiring.
Book mentioned in the podcast episode: Edible Landscaping by Rosalind Creasy
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S9 E6: Can You Grow Apples in the Arctic?
23 May 2022
00:38:40
Today I'm talking with Bob Osborne, columnist on CBC radio, a Canadian farmer with more than 40 years of experience with all things apples, and the author of a brand new book, Hardy Apples.
Bob and I chat about how to grow healthy apples (even in cold climates), talk about the Renaissance of apples, and discuss why there are thousands of different apples out there but only the standard five options available in the grocery store.
And we may wind up gushing a little over all things apple crisp and apple cider.
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S9 E5: What if I'm Alone? Homesteading as a Single Person
16 May 2022
00:30:13
Today I’m talking to 67-year-old Cheri, who is running a 20-acre homestead, complete with milk cows, goats, sheep, chickens, gardens and more. And she’s doing it alone.
Cheri breaks down encouraging tips explaining how anyone can do this.
I think you’ll love this episode. And Im pretty sure I want to be Cheri when I grow up.
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S9 E4: Homesteading as a Teen
09 May 2022
00:35:54
What does it look like to homestead as a teen? What if you're a teen who longs to homestead, but your family doesn't own a farm? What are practical ways you can work towards your dream?
Today Kayla Visser has some helpful, encouraging insights for you. Kayla was managing her own business at 9 (seriously) and many aspects of her family’s brand-new homestead at 13.
Kayla has been a member of The Prairie Homestead team for years, helping run many aspects of our social media and website. And since she recently moved to WY to help on our homestead in person, she joins me live in my studio today.
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S9 E3: On Homesteading in the Desert & Blooming Where You're Planted
02 May 2022
00:49:41
Join in as I chat with this husband and wife team, Chad & Tara Philipp, of She's Rooted Home, about how they managed to build a homestead in the Southern California Mohave desert. Surrounded by tumbleweeds, with Juniper berry bushes as the only occasional “greenery," they've built a thriving homestead.
They share with me how they overcame the numerous obstacles of life in such a dry, arid climate, explaining that success is really all about changing your perspective and living the life you want, right where you are.
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S9 E2 - Homesteading During the Golden Years: Is it Possible?
25 Apr 2022
00:35:38
Today's guest, Kathi Rodgers of Oakhillhomestead.com, not only encourages us that it is possible to homestead effectively throughout the retirement years, but she gives us practical tips to downsizing wisely, and effectively tweaking the way you do things, as you look toward homesteading during the golden years.
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S9 E1: Homesteading with Littles: Strategies from a Experienced Mama
18 Apr 2022
00:27:49
From jogging strollers to dandelions, this episode we're breaking down lots of ways to see things differently when you're homesteading with littles, how to make them a team member on your homestead early on, and why you can expect your kids to rise to the occasion.
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S8 E11 - Season Wrap Up
28 Mar 2022
00:21:22
It's calving season, I'm deep into writing book #2 (this one isn't a cookbook), and I thought it was time to catch you up on some things.
In this episode we'll talk about what's going on with me and social media lately, why I've been craving deep dives into meaty topics, what I'm reading currently, and (drum roll please!) the exciting theme of next season here on the podcast. I think you're gonna love this!
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S8 E10: Magical Animal Fats with Michelle Visser
21 Mar 2022
01:15:26
Join me as I sit down with one of my very favorite persons, Michelle Visser. Michelle's family raises pigs on their New England farm. (In fact, reach out to Michelle if you're looking for a great source of pasture-raised pork in the New Hampshire area.)
Michelle is also a published author and my Marketing & Project Manager (pretty much one of my right hands on The Prairie Homestead team).
Michelle and I get a little starry-eyed and do a deep dive into two good animal fats today. We break down the kinds of fat you can source from cows and pigs, why this fat is so good for us, why it ever got such a bad rap, how to render it, how to use each kind of fat, and where to get it if you're not a pig or cattle farmer yourself.
This episode is proudly sponsored by Genuine Beef Co. (https://genuinebeefco.com/) This dream has been 4 years in the making, but we are finally shipping our Wyoming-raised beef nationwide! It’s grass-fed AND grass-finished, dry-aged to perfection, and vacuum-sealed in a USDA facility. We have 90/10 ground beef, roasts, steaks, and a variety of bundles. Use code PODCAST for 10% off your order.
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S16: E10: My Hard Won Lessons of 2024
16 Dec 2024
00:40:37
2024 was nothing like I expected—but somehow, it turned out even better than I could have hoped. It was a rollercoaster of a year, filled with some of the hardest lessons I’ve faced so far.
While it wasn’t always easy, looking back, I wouldn’t change a thing. In this episode, I’m sharing the challenges, struggles, and valuable lessons I’ve learned along the way. Tune in to hear the journey!
Podcast Episode Highlights
My predictions of 2024 failed...
The book that influenced me this year
Our business plans this year
The hard lesson on 'Surrender'
The inspiring quote I leaned into this year
The hard lesson on responsibility and risks
The hard lesson on seasons...
The hard lesson on pressure
Learning that the people you need come at just the right time
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S8 E9: Solving Sourdough: The Science Behind What Works with Karyn Newman
14 Mar 2022
00:50:02
Today we're diving deep into the unseen world of sourdough microbes. Karyn Newman, author of the new book Sourdough by Science, personifies the many parts of our sourdough starters and explains the chemistry happening in our kitchens to help us make perfect sourdough loaves. Every time.
Find out the best time to feed your starter, why the fridge is your starter's friend, and what character in your starter is the most important one (and how to care for it best).
Even learn how to convert any traditional bread recipe to a sourdough one!
I learned so much from this episode, even what I've been doing wrong when I try to use my fresh flour to make my sourdough bread and how to fix it. (I couldn't believe how simple this is!)
About the author: Karyn Newman began her professional life in editing, then embarked on a career in the sciences after earning her PhD in cellular and molecular biology. And she also happens to love baking. She loves using her science background to help non-science folks understand the important details of making a perfect loaf of sourdough bread.
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S8 E8: Are Vegetables Bad for You? with Justin Rhodes
07 Mar 2022
01:01:47
Today we're talking about meat in a way we haven't before here on the podcast. My good friend, Justin Rhodes, is sitting down with me to talk about his version of what some people might call the carnivore diet, or the zero carb diet. Basically, we're talking about what it looks like to eat an exclusively animal-based diet.
We're debunking casseroles, joking about cabbage killers, talking about chickens as gardeners, and agreeing that neither of us are fans of tongue tacos.
Check out Justin's just-released book: Rooted Life
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S8 E7: Demystifying Grocery Ingredients with Karalynne Call
28 Feb 2022
00:47:22
With my guest today, certified nutritionist Karalynne Call, we’re breaking down the details you need to know about the ingredients you find on the grocery store shelves. We discuss many red flags to watch for and a great rule of thumb for someone just starting out on this effort to choose the best ingredients.
Karalynne Call is a mom of 6 who began her own health journey 15 years ago after battling severe depression. She launched her own successful line of clean products in 2019 and offers helpful advice daily on how to make small changes for long-term benefits.
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