The Homegrown Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, we sat down with Annabella Daily, a Nordic mother living in the U.S. who shares her observations around parenthood, America's work/life balance, and daily life in the United States compared to her Finland homeland. Annabella is a wife, mother to three boys, and a journalist who left a bustling career in media after realizing the American promise to "have it all" was not possible. Tune in to hear Annabella's story and glean wisdom from her Nordic heritage. 

Key Takeaways:

• How motherhood is portrayed in the U.S. vs. Finland
• Why American mothers appear far more stressed out and anxious than Nordic mothers
• Why kids are far more capable than we think
• Why America's obsession with safety might actually be backfiring 
• Small ways to build autonomy and independence in your child
• The major differences between U.S. cities and European cities
• Why Nordic mothers don't argue over the decision to stay at home or be a working mother
• The difference between the American public school system and Nordic schools
• Why Nordic parents are so far ahead of American parents when it comes to teaching their children life skills
• What American parents do well despite their many disadvantages 

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In this episode, we sat down with Lauren Halcik, a mother of 7, a homesteader, homebirther, and homemaker in rural Utah. Lauren shares her journey of transitioning to a whole food diet to support her oldest daughter on the autism spectrum. She also discusses the importance of involving children in farm work and household chores, allowing them to develop life skills, and relinquishing control so they can grow in their autonomy.

Key Takeaways

• Involving children in farm work and household chores helps them develop skills and contribute to the family
• Setting high standards for children while giving them autonomy creates a culture of servanthood in the family
• Managing a farm and homemaking requires prioritization and letting go of unrealistic expectations
• Identifying core values and aligning actions with those values helps navigate the challenges of motherhood and homemaking. Prioritize tasks and let go of non-essential responsibilities
• Involve children in household chores and teach them valuable life skills
• Simplify meal planning by focusing on whole foods and local produce
• A whole food diet can have positive effects on health and well-being
• Feeding therapy can help children with sensory issues or picky eating
• Embrace discomfort and be willing to do the hard work for positive outcomes

Find Lauren on Instagram HERE. Find Lauren’s farm HERE.

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Shop real food meal plans and children's curriculum HERE.

Get  exclusive podcast episodes HERE.

Find us on YouTube HERE.

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In this episode, we're continuing a new series featuring five real food journeys. We believe hearing other people's stories is a powerful way to inspire real change in our lives.

Today's story features Logan and Dakota. Tune in to hear their real food journey.

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In this episode, we sat down with Paul Gewuerz, the creator of Movement and Meals, to discuss the importance of regular rhythms and routines following a major life change. Paul shares his family's wild journey of welcoming their two twin boys into the world. After a 4-month-long hospital stay, including time in the Ronald McDonald House, Paul knew his family needed to get back to their healthy habits. Their major life shakeup led him to create a daily newsletter serving up nightly dinner and exercise ideas. Tune in to hear us talk candidly about parenthood, the realities of seasons of survival, and the power of real food.

Movement and Meals Newsletter (homegrown discount here)

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In this episode, we sat down with Chef Cate Meade of Wild Woods Chef. Cate is a three-time contestant on the hit TV show, MasterChef featuring the one and only, Gordon Ramsey. In our discussion with Cate, we covered her journey leading up to her time on television including her early stories of turkey hunting, running wild in Chicago's parks, and finding her purpose in food and nutrition as a young adult. Tune in to hear some behind-the-scenes details from Cate's time on MasterChef as well as her incredible life journey filled with inspiring stories of grit and fiery perseverance.

Find Cate Meade:
https://www.wildwoodschef.com/
@wildwoodschef

Mentions:
MasterChef

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*explicit language at 01:41:06

In this episode, Joey and I sat down with Dr. Jenna Hua to discuss the very real connection between environmental toxins and our health. Dr. Jenna is a registered dietitian, an environmental health scientist, and the CEO and founder of Million Marker–a mail-in body toxicity test. Jenna shares her extensive research as well as her own personal health journey which led her to focus on fertility. Tune in to this in-depth conversation to hear how you can lessen your exposure to the potential health barriers in your home.

Connect with Million Marker
https://www.millionmarker.com/
Instagram: @million_marker
Download Million Marker's free approved product guide

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In this episode, we sat down with Zen Honeycutt of Moms Across America for a second time to discuss the alarming analysis of American public school lunches. Zen shares how her organization, in partnership with the Children's Health Defense, tested 43 school lunches for harmful pesticides, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, and more. Tune in to hear the concerning truth affecting thirty million children daily and what you can do to help.

Links:
Moms Across America
Children's Health Defense
Tune into our first episode with Zen Honeycutt
Read the full school lunch test results
Neighborhood Food Network


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In this episode, we discuss the many challenges associated with chronic disease. As a fourth-generation physician, Dr. Bill Rawls worked as an Ob-Gyn for 20 years before his own health crisis led him on a journey to pursue health at the cellular level. Tune in to hear how Dr. Rawls navigated his complex chronic illness, the complexities of chronic Lyme disease, the pitfalls of our modern medical system, and the power of herbs.

Find Dr. Bill Rawls:
https://rawlsmd.com/
https://cellularwellness.com/ (his newest book)
https://vitalplan.com/
@rawlsmd

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In this episode, Joey and I discuss the true meaning of "organic." Is the organic label a marketing scheme? Are "organic" foods safer or more nutritious? What are the larger implications of our food choices? How should we practically source our foods if our budget doesn't allow for organic items? We cover all of this and more in this candid discussion surrounding the USDA's Organic label.

References:
https://www.ams.usda.gov/services/organic-certification/organic-basics

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/oncology/cancer-causing-herbicide-found-in-80-of-us-urine-samples.html#:~:text=Glyphosate%2C%20a%20cancer%2Dcausing%20herbicide,U.S.%20ages%206%20and%20older

Previous podcast episodes mentioned:
Enrich Your Ecosystem -- food fermentation with microbiologist, Kaitlynn, of Cultured Guru

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In this episode, Joey and I discuss what it means to be burnt out on real food–especially sourdough. Many of us felt the initial hype and excitement surrounding sourdough baking but soon abandoned our starters once the inital honeymoon phase wore off. As with anything in life, real food requires regular rhythms, intentionality, and fresh bursts of inspiration. We hope this episode gives you new ideas for utilizing your sourdough starter beyond the traditional artisan loaf– motivating you to get back to baking fermented foods of all kinds.

Previous episodes mentioned:
Choosing better for your family -- stone ground flour milling with Alyssa of Better Basics Milling

Sourdough 101 -- A beginner's guide to high hydration sourdough

Enrich Your Ecosystem -- food fermentation with microbiologist, Kaitlynn, of Cultured Guru

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