The Unexpected Gardener – Details, episodes & analysis

I have a take on all the recent conspiracy theories that are popping up after hurricane Helene devastated part of my beautiful state.

Some of you won't like my take and some of you will....and that's the point.

It's not the most fun topic to talk about but these times call for this conversation.

How to regular folks without a ton of land, living in cities or suburbia prepare for food supply issues or natural disasters. I have some thoughts...

I mentioned Azure Standard. Find out where they reliver near you. Trust me....https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=b5ddb00add

I'm not sure why it took me so long to do a sourdough episode! This will need to be in a few parts because there are so many things to cover.

In this episode I cover why sourdough is a superfood, dive into starter and begin explaining the process of making an amazing loaf!

Amazon storefront https://www.amazon.com/shop/unexpected_gardener

Grab my recipe

https://stan.store/unexpected_gardener

Fav Sourdough website

www.farmhouseonboone.com

Today we will discuss how to make the switch to homemade food for your family. I give tips and share how I did it so hopefully you can be encouraged and start to make the changes.

I hope this helps you! It can take time to make the changes but it's totally worth it.

Some links of things I mentioned in the podcast (and a few that I didn't mention but I think you will love)

Azure Standard https://www.azurestandard.com/?a_aid=b5ddb00add

Ranch mix - https://www.instagram.com/reel/C07F8TPrngM/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Granola Bars - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cp0khHQMPNy/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Make your own mayo - https://www.instagram.com/reel/CfzkBTFpQYf/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Homemade Instant Oatmeal - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cqy0QvHu4qj/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Make ahead pancake mix - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cq_uhHeOrmw/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Instant Pot Yogurt - https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxeZuKjrTcD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Make ahead breakfast - https://www.instagram.com/reel/Czw_QsOLV_m/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Make ahead hot chocolate - https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0uk9RMPRar/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== My favorite Naan recipe - https://foodess.com/butter-naan/

Grab my Azure Standard Pantry Guide https://stan.store/unexpected_gardener

As usual the husband thought I was CRAZY for wanting to become work farmers but here we are 1 1/2 years later and the wormies are thriving and giving up some amazing black gold for the garden!

I go over a brief explanation on how we started and how to take care of them and how you can too!

Get the Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Worm Farmer - https://stan.store/unexpected_gardener/p/ultimate-guide-to-setting-up-a-worm-farm

The worm farm I bought - https://amzn.to/49SzXSa

Red wiggler worms - https://amzn.to/49Va5oS

In this episode I talk about what I use for supports for vertically growing crops and crops that need a strong support (tomatoes, cucumbers, melons, pole beans)

I also give some tips for inexpensive options for arches that add beauty and functionality to your garden.

Links to the items I mentioned - www.greenstalkgarden.com

https://www.seedtospoon.net/

Cattle panels mentioned -

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/feedlot-panel-cattle-16-ft-l-x-50-in-h

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/ok-brand-handy-panel-8-ft-l-x-50-in-h

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Grip-Rite-2-in-Mesh-Ladder-Block-GRLBMG04/203590051

I get a little emotional talking about how the local food collaborative is changing my community!

We all deserve real food.

I am incredibly humbled to be leading this incredible local food revolution in my town!

In this episode Amanda from The Happy Homestead and I get some stuff off our chests about crappy, chemical laden beauty products and fakers at the local farmers markets.

If you want to check Amanda out and all the awesome things she is doing check out her website www.thehappyhomestead.net

This is the top requested topic believe it or not! In this episode I share what I am growing in my garden this year.

If you are a gardening nerd like me and love to know what others are growing and why, this is the episode for you!

In this episode I'm discussing just 3 of the marketing scams women have fallen for. The more I explore my feelings on the way we are marketed to in this country the more annoyed I get.

Even though this is a little off my normal topics, I do see this connected to whether or not we are really free. And thinking about how we are marketed to is important on the journey of self sufficiency.

If you think of other ways we have been marketed to that lead to unhealthy results I would love to know! This is a great way to enlighten each other.