Cincinnati Permaculture Institute Info: cincinnatipermacultureinstitute.org https://www.facebook.com/CincinnatiPermacultureInstitute Instagram: @permaculturecincy Email: info@cincinnatipermacultureinstitute.org (general inquiries) or cpinursery@gmail.com (Growing Value Nursery) Felix's personal website, FuturesbyFelix.com, and email, futuresbyfelix@gmail.com if anyone wants to connect with her personally or schedule a consultation.

To learn more about and from Barbara Starflower, check out her website: BarbaraStarflower.com or her radio show: HealthyLife.net Click on "shows" and scroll down to Wednesday afternoon to find the show "Secrets of Sacred Healing" and click on the archives to listen to past shows or tune in live the third Wednesday of every month at 5pm Eastern Time or 2pm Pacific.

Find Aron McNicholas at: www.hartwoodherbals.weebly.com

Aron McNicholas is a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Clinical Herbalist. He began his herbalism journey by studying with Constance Ferry of Hobbit Gardens in Fillmore, Indiana. Later, he went on to study with 7Song at the Northeastern School of Botanical Medicine, focusing on clinical herbalism and plant identification. In order to provide a scientific background to natural remedies, Aron completed his Masters in Functional Medicine and Nutrition through the University of Western States. He has enjoyed attending workshops and trainings through Sam Thayer, Morley Robbins, Thomas Easley, and many more.
​Today, Aron serves the community by offering wildcrafted herbal medicine through his company Hartwood Herbals and conducts plant walks, monthly classes, and one-on-one consultations.  Follow him on Facebook, or Instagram

Susan is an author, podcaster, and orcharding expert. Tune in and listen as the author of "Grow Fruit Trees Fast" and "Growing Urban Orchards" talks with Heather about how she started a community orchard, and shares tips about caring for your fruit trees. Susan can be found at www.orchardpeople.com as well as her podcast "The Urban Forestry Radio Show."

Heather reintroduces the farm, and talks about what all has happened around here in the last year. She talks about plans for the farm and home, and upcoming events where she will be speaking as well as some info about her upcoming book.

Heather sits down with Chase and Mama Dreams to talk about their AWESOME FREE EVENT November 4th- Celebrating the Harvest Meet and Greet.

Check out event details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/651260673549745?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22group%22%7D]%7D

And join the Chasin Dreams Homestead Group to network with some amazing homesteaders here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/496481188350877

Follow Chasin Dreams on YouTube Here: https://www.youtube.com/@chasindreamshomestead7180

Leave us a comment if you are planning to attend!

Heather discusses the power of networking for building a strong homesteading community. Tune in as she recaps some of the amazing information she picked up at The Indiana Homesteading Conference and see what has her mind buzzing.

Heather sits down and chats with the legendary Joel Salatin about the Homestead Tsunami. There is a large influx of families that are changing their consumer based lifestyles in favor of a self sufficient and regenerative lifestyle and we’re along for the ride. Tune in and check out Joel’s thoughts on the growing number of folks that have decided to transition to homesteading. Maybe you’ll be inspired to ride the wave!

In this episode, Heather gives some farm updates and then discussed several ways to homestead wherever you are. You don’t need hundreds of acres of land to homestead, you just need to start where you are!

Heather talks about all of the things happening at the farm in preparation for the fall and winter seasons. Learn about several things you can do today to ensure your homestead is prepared for the changing seasons. Be sure to look for more tips at www.hogsandhensdayton.com and leave us a comment on our Facebook Page with things you are doing to prepare for the changing seasons!

Rhonda talks about all of the fun and exciting things happening at the 2nd annual Indiana Homesteading Conference (IHC) October 21-22, 2023. Hear about classes from Joel Salatin, Pork Ryhne, Shawn and Beth Dougherty, Hunter Smith and more!

Be sure to follow Hogs and Hens Urban Farm on Facebook for your chance to win 2 weekend passes to the 2nd Annual Indiana Homesteading Conference!

To buy your own tickets, visit https://www.indianahomesteadingconference.com/

or find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085283423723

Heather shares some farm updates and talks about the plants that are still able to be sown in September in her Zone 6 Ohio garden.

In this episode, Heather talks about all the things happening around the farm, including an explanation of why she has been gone almost 2 months from the show. Hogs and Hens Urban Farm Website, click HERE Find us on X (Formerly Twitter) @hogsandhens Instagram @hogsandhensurbanfarm Facebook.com/hogsandhensurbanfarm

Heather talks about the importance of adding items that serve multiple purposes into your permaculture design. She talks about updates to Hogs and Hens Urban Farm and why she loves chickens so much. Be sure to check out www.hogsandhensdayton.com for more fun information, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!

In this episode, Heather talks about a variety of different types of weeds and what they mean about your soil types. She also gives a farm update and talks a little bit about their newest mushroom adventure.

Heather talks about all the ways she and Bob have worked to make their farm as self reliant as possible to accommodate their busy schedules.

Heather talks a bit about her health condition Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. She gives ideas for making your homestead more accessible as well as ways she has adapted her own homesteading practices to accommodate her disability. Please share your own tips on our Facebook page, Instagram, or Twitter.

In this episode Heather talks about several irrigation strategies. What started as a quick mini episode blossomed into a full episode about how to maximize rainfall on your property, ways to irrigate without using your faucet and more.

In this episode Heather talks farm updates and discusses ways to invest in the future success of your growing space by putting extra effort in at the start.

Heather talks with Mark Tarziers of Dayton Microgreens about all things Microgreens! You won’t want to miss this episode that is packed with great information! Check him out at www.daytonmicrogreens.com

In this episode Heather gives a farm update and discusses the different styles of gardening including a few basic tips for success with each type. Make sure to follow Hogs and Hens Urban Farm on Facebook and Twitter for updates and additional tips and check out our website www.hogsandhensdayton.com for tips, discounts, and additional resources.

Join Heather as she chats with Chandra Jones from Ages Apothecary about several wild plants (some call them weeds) that are fantastic to forage! Learn about Dandelions, Cleavers, Plantain, Wild Violets, Stinging Nettle, Burdock, Yarrow and more in this super informative episode. If you raise chickens, you'll want to tune in to learn about herbs that are very helpful to have in and around a chicken coop!

Check out www.agesapothecary.com or find her on social media to check out her incredible assortment of apothecary products.

Tune in as Heather talks with Harold Thornbro author, homesteader, host of The Modern Homesteading Podcast and blogger with redemptionpermaculture.com about raising Quail, Rabbits, and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode that is full of great information!

In this episode, Heather chats with Chase Stanfill and discusses the Homesteader Homecoming event being held June 28-30, 2024 at Black Swan Lake 1181 N County Rd 875W Medora, IN 47260 Find the event information at THIS link.

Heather gives some quick farm updates and talks about several weeds that are great to have in your homestead.

In this episode, Heather talks about all things potato! Learn how to grow, store, and choose potatoes, good companions for potatoes, and how to mitigate their arch nemesis the potato beetle. Also be sure to check out www.hogsandhensdayton.com for fun garden tips and find us on Facebook at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm

Heather give updates of what’s going on at the farm and takes a deep dive into planting cool season crops. Check out the website for more planting information www.HogsandHensDayton.com and find us on Facebook at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm

Learn about several varieties of berry you can grow easily in your urban or rural garden. Learn some of the ins and outs of growing our favorite berry varieties!

In this episode Heather interviews Sarah Michelle from Lone Pine Farmstead based in Springfield, Ohio. Learn about growing Elderberries, Haskap, and more! Be sure to check out Lone Pine Farmstead to hear all the latest sales and tips that Sarah Michelle shares!

In this episode Heather and Bob do a much deeper exploration of what permaculture means to them. They discuss ways to incorporate permaculture in your life and examples of ways they incorporate it into their lives. Plus… a fun announcement ;-)

In this episode, Heather talks about several different composting techniques as well as breaking down they types of materials that work well in each. Tune in to find out what methods work best for us and get some ideas for ways to add composting to your permaculture setting!

In this episode, Heather talks about ways to start adding permaculture and homesteading principles into your household even in a small space such as a dorm or apartment.

In this mini-episode, Heather talks about how you can get even more mushrooms from a grow your own mushroom kit, which will save you loads of money!

In this episode, Heather talks about the different types of seeds, and what you need in order to grow the strongest plants for your food forest. From tools, soil type, and sanitation she covers it all!

Tad Streepey joins Heather and talks about how Gypsy Rain Organics began and where it is heading. Heather and Tad discuss the difference between organic growing and being a Certified Organic grower, and then discuss the Homesteaders Homecoming event coming up June 28-30 in Medora, Indiana.

For more about Tad and Gypsy Rain Organics, please check out: https://www.gypsyrainorganics.com/

For more about Homesteaders Homecoming, please check out:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/celebratingtheharvest/

In this episode Bob talks about great places to look for the tools you’ll use around the urban farm. Heather talks about how we’ve used those tools and materials around our farm and adds some information about reducing wast streams and repurposing things around your house.

Heather talked about a ton of companion planting solutions. As you work your way through planning your garden, be sure to take some notes about which plants grow well together and which plants help out with your integrated pest management strategies!

In this episode, Heather discusses some ways to prevent common garden pests. You’ll also learn about ways to mitigate existing pest issues and prevent them from spreading to become bigger problems. Check out the show notes at www.hogsandhensdayton.com

In this episode, Heather talks about the most important tool for any garden or permaculture landscape. Whether you are just starting out or you are a seasoned gardener, this tool is the most valuable of all, and it cost almost nothing!

In this episode Heather talks about how Hogs and Hens Urban Farm is able to grow and produce fresh veggies year round as well as some techniques used to preserve our harvest. Be sure to check out our Facebook page Hogs and Hens Urban Farm for photos and videos demonstrating these methods!

In this episode Heather interviews Lori the Herb Chick from www.herbchickonline.com Tune in to hear all about her herbal journey and how to get your tickets to Herbal Con 2023!

In this episode, Heather talks about several ways to save money while establishing or growing your garden. Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love to save money!?

In this episode, Heather talks about all things soil. From building healthy soil to maintaining healthy soil tune in to find out why it is important to start your garden or permaculture food forest with the best possible soil.

In this episode, Heather talks about differences in traditional garden beds versus a permaculture food forest. You’ll hear about how different layers interact, and learn more about what we grow and raise at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm as well as why we chose those plants and animals.

In this episode, Heather introduces you to who we are at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm. She walks you through our current setup, talks about our expansion areas, and tells you a little about what you can expect in the future.

Heather talks about big changes at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm, and talks in detail about all the things you need to know when growing and starting onions.

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Heather and Bob discuss the things they do in winter to make their homestead more efficient year round.

Learn how Heather is using Fire Cider to heal her body following a rough bout of Influenza A. *this is not medical advice- seek a medical professional for diagnosis and treatment of any medical issues.*

Tune in as Heather interviews the man, the myth the legend... Pork Rhyne!

Pork Rhyne, 'The Pork Evangelist,' is an award-winning international agribusiness educator and consultant with a transformative journey. From overcoming personal struggles and emotional turmoil to finding solace and purpose in agriculture, Rhyne's story is one of resilience and triumph. His unique approach, blending regenerative farming and business marketing with a deep understanding of human nature, has led him from battling inner demons to becoming a beacon of hope and wisdom in the farm business world. Discover his compelling story and how he uses his experiences to empower others in agribusiness, fostering growth, healing, and success both on the farm and in life.