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Welcome to the OFFICIAL Homesteaders of America podcast! A podcast all about homesteading, gardening, livestock, natural living, and the celebration of this beautiful homesteading lifestyle. We talk about current events, inspiration, the Homesteaders of America conference, the homestead life, and more! Enjoy interviews with some of the nation's top farmers and homesteaders, newbies and experienced homesteaders, and tips and tricks along the way.
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E42: The Importance of Salt for Humans and Livestock | Darryl Bosshardt of Redmond Incorporated
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Get ready for a deep dive into the world of all things salt! Darryl of Redmond Real Salt brings his expertise to our most important questions: what is wrong with modern day salt? What should you look for in a good quality salt? How much salt do our bodies need? And more! Whether looking for the best salt for maintaining livestock, cooking from scra…
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E41: Impact Your Community Through Homesteading | Samantha Armel of Frederick County Homesteaders
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We get questions all the time about how to find local community with a shared mindset around homesteading. After asking the same question in her community, Samantha decided to make the first move and create the network she was looking for. Not only has she grown a thriving local homesteading community in her area, she teaches people all across the …
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Preparedness is an important aspect of most homesteads, but it can be an overwhelming topic due to its multifaceted nature. Many of us have some level of food storage for our families, but what about things like safety and emergency medical care? Jake Drumm of Drumm Emergency Solutions has a passion for helping families prepare for a wide spectrum …
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As homesteaders, we know the importance of preparing our homes and families physically for an uncertain future. In this conversation with Pastor Mike, we dive into the importance of spiritually preparing for the days ahead too. Pastor Mike shares how preparation is rooted in scripture, how occult activity is more dangerous than we may realize, how …
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You are sure to learn some things you didn’t already know about feeding your livestock! Nancy of Kalmbach Feeds is not only a poultry nutrition professional, she is a chicken keeper herself who finds great enjoyment in caring for her own flock. In this conversation, we dive into the nitty gritty of feeding birds on your homestead: the difference be…
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I’m so glad to have Stacy Lyn Harris joining me again on the podcast for an honest conversation about what it’s like to run successful businesses while in the trenches of motherhood. What does it look like to bring our children along with us in our work? How do we manage to stay productive while meeting the needs of small children? How have our bus…
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Having conversations about uncertain times ahead can often leave us feeling fearful or full of despair, but this conversation with Farmer John is one filled with hope. He shares the truth about the history of farming, where things are now, and what we may see in the future, all while offering us encouragement about what is possible. No matter where…
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As homesteaders, we understand the importance of sourcing our food well and cooking from scratch. When it comes to baking, making the switch to freshly-milled whole grains in your home can take your family’s nourishment to the next level. If you’ve ever had questions about milling grains at home – how whole grain flour differs from white flour, how…
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We talk a lot on this podcast about raising our own food, but today we are chatting all about preparing and serving the food we have worked so hard to produce! Stacy Lyn Harris is the perfect person to join us for this conversation because she has been using produce from her garden and meat from her husband’s hunting trips to prepare delicious meal…
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You are going to love hearing the Fuhrmanns inspiring homestead story in this episode! They share about the health scare that led them to the homesteading life, how their homestead has become a blessing to their community, what it’s like to raise and homeschool nine children, and what has led their children to stay involved in the family business a…
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E32: Raising Strong and Courageous Sons in a Culture that Calls Masculinity Toxic | Durenda Wilson
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On a recent episode of the podcast, we talked about how the homesteading lifestyle is a call back to home-centered living: homesteading, homemaking, home cooking, home business, homeschooling, etc. Today’s conversation ventures off from farm and homestead topics and dives into an equally important aspect of homestead life: raising our kids. This ch…
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I hear from many homesteading families who have the dream of sustaining their families by making an income right from their homesteads. This is the American dream, right? In today’s episode, Emilie is sharing with us the story of how she and her family did just that. What began as a quest to overcome health issues in her own family became a thrivin…
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E30: All Things Pasture Health: Improving Soil, New Growth, Rotational Grazing | Mike Peterson of Kinloch Farm
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Mike’s journey into farming and conservation may not be what you expect, but he is a wealth of wisdom on this complex yet important topic of pasture management. While Mike manages a thousand-acre cattle farm, he breaks down the principles of pasture health to apply to the everyday homesteader. We talk about first identifying where the health of you…
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If you are paying attention to current events, you know how important it is to prepare your home and family for an uncertain future. In this episode, John shares why it is also equally important to protect what you have prepared. We dive into why and how to prepare, where faith meets preparation, choosing your community wisely, and more. If you are…
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Any homesteader who has a dairy animal or two knows the importance of finding a use for all of that milk. Making cheese at home is not only a great way to provide nourishing food for your family, it is also an excellent method of preserving milk. Robyn began her cheesemaking journey by using her dairy cow’s milk to make cheese for her family, and s…
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As homesteaders and farmers, local and federal regulations around food production and property rights impact us more than we might like to admit. Nick Freitas joins us today to break down what it looks like for average citizens to get involved in the legislative process and make a difference in their communities. Homesteaders, it is more important …
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Jill Winger is one of the original homestead bloggers to start sharing her homesteading journey online. She has been living this lifestyle for well over a decade, and she has gained insight and perspective over those years that she loves to share with others in the homesteading community. In this conversation, we dive into comparison, money mindset…
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You might recognize today’s guest from her successful years-long career in Christian music, but you may not know that Francesca Battistelli is part of the homesteading world as well. What began as a nudge to leave behind the busy pace of a traveling musician and spend more time at home with her children has turned into a full-blown homesteading, ho…
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For dairy cow owners who find themselves overwhelmed with an abundance of milk or an abundance of friends and neighbors asking for milk, a herdshare could be a great option for you! Additionally, if you live in a state where it is illegal to sell raw milk, starting a herdshare is a wonderful way to provide milk to your community without legal issue…
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Anyone who has tried to fence in livestock knows that there are many variables to consider. Will electric fencing work for every animal? Why might my livestock be escaping? Do I need an additional perimeter fence? In this episode, fencing expert Joe Putnam of Premier 1 Supplies answers many of the most common questions about livestock fencing and s…
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E22: Creating Passive Income to Fund Your Homestead Dream | Natalie Argo of Hey It’s a Good Life
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What started as a mama’s desire to stay home and raise her babies has turned into a full-time income for Natalie’s family that supports their homesteading dreams. Through the successes and failures of growing her first garden, Natalie discovered the magic of worm composting for soil fertility, and it transformed her garden. Natalie began sharing th…
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E21: All About Dairy Sheep (An Incredible Multi-Purpose Homestead Animal) | Rachel Hester of Whoopsy Daisy Farm
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After listening to this episode, you are going to be itching to add dairy sheep to your homestead! Rachel gives an overview of all of the most commonly asked questions about getting started with dairy sheep: milk quality, sheep breeds, breeding, milking, feeding, and more! Sheep are an incredible multi-purpose homestead animal that can thrive even …
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E20: All About Wool Sheep: Choosing a Breed, Processing Fiber, Natural Dyes | Janet Garman of Timber Creek Farm
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We are bringing you a series of episodes on the podcast about raising sheep, and in today’s episode, Janet of Timber Creek Farm is lending her expertise to the conversation! Janet has been building her homestead and growing her skills for decades, and she has a unique passion for creating beautiful fibers with natural dyes. Join us as we talk about…
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I am noticing a trend in the homesteading world toward raising sheep. There are so many great reasons to consider adding sheep to your homestead, and Grace the Shepherdess is here to share with us all about her small-scale regenerative sheep farming operation. She talks through some of the different breeds of sheep and what they are useful for, the…
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As a long-time content creator in the homesteading space, Justin Rhodes has become something of an expert in building an online business that can support your homestead dreams. In this episode, Justin shares the journey from where he started to where he is now. We even chat about ideas for the future and how to plan for tomorrow in a constantly cha…
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When it comes to raising dairy cows, pasture management requires more intentionality than you may expect. From understanding the nutritional needs of cows to recognizing signs of poor pasture health, Suzanne of Reverence Farms is a wealth of wisdom on this topic. Whether you have future plans of owning a grazing animal or you are looking to take yo…
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As homesteaders, we work hard to make our homes a refuge from the storms that rage in the world around us. Learning to protect what we are building and prepare for the future is an essential part of pursuing homestead security. Author John Dyslin gets fired up about teaching people to stand up against and overcome evil in the world. For those who a…
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As homesteaders, we recognize that many of the cultural systems around us are broken. Many of us opt out of mainstream food systems, educational systems, corporate systems, etc. As a long-time religious freedom attorney and founder of a healthcare sharing organization, Mike Sharman is here to talk to us about what it looks like to opt out of the ma…
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We get a lot of questions about what it looks like to involve your kids in your homestead. As a mother of seven and multigenerational homesteader, RuthAnn does this really well. Join us as we discuss age-appropriate responsibilities for children, having realistic expectations for your season of parenting, the gift of boredom for our children, and m…
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E13: Why Homesteading? A Candid Chat About the Homestead Tsunami | Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms
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We fondly refer to Joel as the grandfather of the homesteading community. With decades of experience in the farming and homesteading world, he brings incredible insight to this discussion of the current state of homesteading. Joel’s upcoming book, Homestead Tsunami, serves as a source of inspiration and aspiration for those who desire to articulate…
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E12: Planning Your 2023 Garden: A Year’s Worth of Food | Ann Accetta-Scott of A Farm Girl in the Making
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Ann has been homesteading for nearly a decade now, and she places a particular emphasis on growing as much of her family’s food as possible. In fact, she estimates that they produce around 80% of their own food on their Tennessee homestead. In our conversation, we discuss what it looks like to plan and grow a year’s worth of food for your family. W…
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With springtime fast approaching, homesteaders and backyard chicken keepers are planning ahead for their next round of chicks. In this conversation with Tom of Murray McMurray Hatchery, we discuss everything a brand new chicken owner needs to know to get started. Tom also shares about some of the rare breeds being raised at McMurray; you don’t want…
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It is the time of year when gardeners get the itch to start seeds. Depending on your zone, you may have already begun the process of sprouting seeds for your future garden. Whether you are already watching tiny sprouts emerge or you have many weeks left to wait, you will love this conversation with Paul Hutcheson, owner of Windmill Heights Garden C…
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Now that we have discussed how to choose a family milk cow, we are diving into how to keep your cow healthy the natural way. If approaching natural livestock care seems overwhelming to you, you will definitely want to join us for this episode because Joshua does an amazing job of explaining his holistic approach in simple terms. We address the most…
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The family milk cow is quickly becoming the new backyard flock of chickens. More and more people are realizing the amazing benefits of adding a dairy cow to their homestead. This month on the podcast, we are focusing on all things dairy cow. Shawn and Beth Dougherty are the perfect couple to lend their voice to this conversation as they have over f…
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In this episode, we get in-depth about the recent Amos Miller federal case, what food freedom and choice SHOULD look like, and how we can fight back against unconstitutional laws and mandates when it comes to food from the farm and our neighbor. Visit us online at https://www.homesteadersofamerica.com…
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Homesteading health is important! Healthcare and health freedom is even more important. Listen as Dr. Theron Hutton, MD of Mulberry Clinic in Spring Hill, TN gives us a breakdown of his life, business, and beliefs. And learn why it's important to question the current healthcare narrative! Visit us online at https://www.homesteadersofamerica.com…
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As you begin looking for homestead land, there are a few things you should consider before purchasing. One of the biggest things is saving up enough cash to purchase your land outright. In this episode, we alway quickly go over the reality of competition in land ownership with foreign countries here in the United States, which affects the farm comm…
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With the craziness of 2020 still lingering, and more craziness emerging in 2021....it's time we start thinking about all the things homesteaders CAN agree on, instead of what we might think we disagree on. From politics to milk cows, let's talk about it all. Join us online at https://www.homesteadersofamerica.com…
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E3: Tips for Closing Out Your Homestead in 2020 | From Livestock and Gardening, to Financials!
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It's time to start winding down the season in 2020. That means you're prepping for winter and the end of the business year. As you put the garden to rest, prepare livestock for harsh cold weather, and prepare those dreaded taxes...here are a few things you may not have considered as you close out the homestead this year. Join us online at https://w…
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In their brand new book, Beyond Labels, Sina McCullough and Joel Salatin walk us through some pretty incredible truths about living a healthier lifestyle and our food system. A conversation between a doctor and a farmer about food, labels, where our food comes from, and living a healthy lifestyle—this book needs to be in everyone’s hands! Join us f…
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Here at Homesteaders of America, we're constantly growing, learning, and sharing! We hope we can do that by bringing this brand new podcast to you! It's another way for us to reach homesteaders all across the country, and beyond. In this episode learn who we are, what we're about, what we believe, and what you can expect from our brand new podcast!…
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Welcome to the official Homesteaders of America podcast—where we bring homesteading to life through interviews, current events, tips and tricks, and more! Whether you’re homesteading on 500 acres, or in an apartment in a big city—this podcast is for you. Join us as we learn and share about vintage skills and self-sufficient living in a modern world…
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