Homesteads and Homeschools

Tyrant-Farming Duck Evangelists with Aaron von Frank

This week, I was joined by Aaron from Tyrant Farms. Aaron and his wife have been gardening for a number of years and have moved into the permaculture realm. We talked about permaculture, foraging, how they got to where they are, and of course ducks, because what else can you get from a self-described duck evangelist? The Links Tyrant Farms Grow Journey Tyrant Farms on Twitter Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Kaiser Cheifs - Ruby Shocking Blue - Acka Raga Elmer...

The System is Down, but the Schooling is Up

It's been a long time coming, but it finally happened! The Liberty Hippie is joined today by Dan and Cala of The System is Down Podcast. Dan and Cala tried homeschooling for a bit, but ended up sending their kids to a private school. We talked today about how they've been dealing with the shutdown, and what has been working for them. The Links The System is Down Podcast TSID on Twitter Goulash Media Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Dr. West's Medicine Show and Jun...

Poultry Galore: GVQ April Update

A Voluntary Homestead with the Voluntary Contrarian

The Liberty Hippie is joined today by fellow homesteading podcaster, the Voluntary Contrarian. They talked about getting his new homestead set up in the PNW and his future plans for his setup. Go check out the Liberty Hippie on Patreon, and check out the bonus content they recorded after the show. The Links Everything Voluntary TVC on Twitter Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Fraternity of Man - Boo Man Shocking Blue - Acka Raga Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera - Ride...

Is This Homeschooling with Julie Borowski

This week to discuss some of the differences between homeschooling and what many parents in the United States are facing now is Julie Borowski. We talked about her education growing up, the future plans for her son, and the ways that the Corona Virus shut down has impacted her and her son's routine. The Links Liberty Junkies Julie on Twitter Julie on Facebook Julie on YouTube Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's The Pixies - Where Is My Mind Shocking Blue - Acka R...

Desert Bunnies with Harley S

Harley S. is here this week to talk about a plethora of things, including getting back into gardening in a totally new environment, sharing some knowledge on rabbits, and how to find a breed good for the warmer climates, as well as homeschooling! Harley does it all and we talked about it all! The Links Harley's Happy Hour Crypitd Bartender on FB Cryptid Bartender on Twitter Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's The Steve Miller Band - Space Cowboy Shocking Blue - Ack...

MathBot-ing with JW Weatherman

JW Weatherman, creator of MathBot.com joins the show for episode number 63 to talk about MathBot can help encourage students to learn how to code, as well as some other free resources available to students and parents. We talked about JW's history as a college professor and how his journey led him to create an excellent avenue for children to learn a tool that will inevitably help them in the future. The Links Math Bot JW Weatherman on Twitter Yeti Cold Storeage Free Code Camp Lam...

Getting Ready with Jessica Green

Episode 62 sees Jessica Green of the Jessica Green Show join the Liberty Hipipe for a discussion about how a snow storm turned onto prepping, and what she did to get started. We also talked about her current set up and lead into more homesteading ventures and future plans to become more self sufficient. The Links The Jessica Green Show Jessica Green on Twitter Libertarian Kitchen Witch Church of Latter Day Saints Preparation Page Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's ...

Homeschooling with the Coove: GVQ Update 3/20

Some updates on the garden. It's getting bigger! And of course homeschooling. More struggles with our youngest two and ideas of what to try going forward. And how could I not mention the Covid-19? Links from the Show: Moving Beyond the Page The Homesteaded Homeschool Discord Server Music from the Show: Grateful Dead - Truckin' Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera - Ride a Hustler's Dream If you're enjoying the show, please support it by becoming a patron on Patreon and get access to bonus sh...

Down South Homeschooling with John Monds

We are joined today by John Monds who ran a very succesful campaign for Governor of Georgia in 2010. He is also a homeschooling father to four children - two college grads, one in college, and one still at home. We talked about John's story and experience, as well as where he sees the federal government's role in education, as well as the problems and waste it creates. The Links Monds 2020 John Monds on Facebook John Monds 2020 on Twitter Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's an...

Bearded Fish on the Two Branches Homestead

Meet Gary. Gary is the Bearded Fisherman of Two Branches Homestead. Gary grows hops. Gary gardens. Gary hunts. Gary fishes. Gary boils sap. Gary is the man. Tune in this week to find out how Gary, from my homestate of NY, got into homesteading and where he learned all his trades. Stay safe out there, and go listen to all the back episodes while you wait out the Covid! The Links Bearded_Fisherman on Instagram Two Branches Homestead Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Pr...

#KeepBanging with Mark Whitney

It's Libertarian Presidential Nomination season, and while this is an apolitcal show, libertarians always have an interesting take on public school, so why not have on a nominee who spent some time homeschooling? Today's guest is Mark Whitney who has recently caused some waves on the nomination scene, but also has two children who have gone on to become very succesful entrepreneurs. We talked about their success, and Mark's experience homeschooling. We also talked about how Mark sees the fed...

Chefing without the State with the Stateless Cook

Episode 58 finds the Stateless Cook joining the Liberty Hippie for a discussion about homesteading and food. We discussed some of the problems around industrial food and the systems used to implement mass distribution of processed food and food from industrial agriculture. We also talked about the Cooks home business as a personal chef and the liberties that affords him. The Links The Stateless Cook Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Goldfinger - King For A Day Shocki...

Keeping the Kids Safe! GVQ Update 2/20

I decided to bring back some of the old show for these GVQ updates, and this month I talked about two homeschool related happenings in Mississippi and Georgia: MS HB 188, and the Georgia Child Fatality Review. After that, its onto the homesteading where I lament about prying hands getting into seed trays and then whinge about whoever built my house and oriented it strictly based on the road, and not the suns patterns for optimal lighting and temperature control. Links from the Show: Miss....

Raising Liberty with the Rhymeses

Meet the Rhymeses, Danielle and Jeremy, co-hosts over at one of the newest pods in town, Raising Liberty. We talk about their homeschool journey with nine children and how they work to prepare their children for the working world as they grow up. And of course, we talked about what their new pod has to offer and their hopes for it's growth. The Links Raising Liberty Raising Liberty on Facebook Raising Liberty on Twitter Raising Liberty on Instagram Music from the Show: Nick Piccon...

Regenerate the Land with White Oak Pastures

Jenni Harris came on for episode 56 to talk about regenerative agriculture and making that transition at White Oak Pasture. Jenni is a fifth generation farmer at White Oak Pastures, and witnessed the transition from traditional industrialized cattle ranching to a more wholistic regenerative practice, that has seen massive growth both in output and variety. We discussed the reasoning behind the transition, and how they have added to and grown their farm to a nationally distributed product wit...

Missionary Homeschooling in Ghana with William Haun

On episode 55, the Liberty Hippie is joined by homeschooling father, William Haun. William isn't your ordinary homeschooling dad though, he and his family are missionaries in Ghana, and while homeschooling wasn't originally in their plan, as life would move it seemed that it would be in their families best interest to take on homeschooling. We discussed how that decision came about, and what that looks like for them. We also talked about what their education plan is like while they are state...

Green Vets and Preppers with Linnea Gabbard

This week we talk to Linnea Gabbard, a vet tech from Arkansas who manages to live off grid with her vetrinarian husband. Together they've been able to build up their personal stores and derive essentially all of their electricity from solar arrays. And as Linnea said, once you get your personal life cleaned up, you move onto other aspects of your life, and for her, that means greening up their vet clinic. They are constantly on the lookout to make their practice greener, and have started bui...

Bottle Baby Fun!

Catch up with the Liberty Hippie remembering the Georgia LP convention and talking a bit about the newest addition to the homestead: more goats! Big beautiful heads. One of my favorite winter veggies. Walking in the woods with the goats, this one decided to go up and get stuck. Brian enjoying a nice fire outside. Holly the Saanen getting to know her future protectors. So much action. Happy girls, happy goats. Buckthorn the Nubian Links from the Show: Amazon Affiliate ...

Sixpence Unschooling with Elizabeth Melton

Back on the show to kick of year number two is our very first guest from wayback in episode one, Ms. Elizabeth Melton! In episode one we talked about Elizabeth's CSA and her homesteading adventures, today, we talked all of her shcooling adventures. Elizabeth spent some time teaching in a private school before having children and eventually deciding to unschool them. We talked about making that choice, how they've transitioned to the "real" world, and the different resources she used. The L...

Striking the Root, Unschooling and Homesteading with Rodger Paxton

Rodger Paxton is an unschooling father of two, fledgling homesteader, and master podcaster. He joined the Liberty Hippie this week to talk about what unschooling looks like for Rodger and his children, as well as the why's behind he and his wife's decision to keep their kids out of public school. We also talked about Strike the Root Farm, Rodger's homestead. They started with some laying hens and meat chickens and have been expanding their production to provide meat and eggs, not just for co...

Exploring Cuniculture and Its Many Benefits with Jeremy Chambers

Jeremey Chambers of Independence Acres Homestead comes on the show today to talk about cuniculture, the agricultural production of rabbits for the purposes of meat and fur. Jeremey has been raising rabbits for a handful of years, and has given talks and demonstrations at a number of different venues going so far as to provide participants with their own rabbit to process and take home at the end of the demonstration. If you're curious about rabbits on the homestead, this episode is for you. ...

Parenting Peacefully with James Davis

Join the Liberty Hippie and James Davis for episode 50 of the Homesteads and Homeschools podcast as they enter into the world of parenting to talk about...peaceful parenting! For some, peaceful parenting can seem a bit exotic, and almost impossible to achieve, for others, it's just a form of laziness, and for those that practice it, it can become the facilliator of a beautiful relationship between parents and children, while setting those children up for great success in the future. Take a l...

Gabbing About Guns with Texas Joe

Today's guest is Texas Joe from the Knitting Insurgency Circle. While we could have talked about his homestead for quite sometime, today we decided to talk about firearms. Joe is highly knowledgeable when it comes to firearms being a licensed trainer and doing some work in the private security field. We discussed a lot of the basics when it comes to getting into firearms and why homesteaders (and everyone) should be able to defend themselves. The Links Insurgency Knitting Circle IKC on ...

Eviscerating Chickens, A Family Affair - GVQ 12/19

The meat chickens time came and it was a family event. Our very own little assembly line of dunking, plucking, and eviscerating chickens. We talked future garden plans, potential changes to our homeschool in the coming months, and a cameo from my son! Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas, a fabulous Boxing Day and are gearing up for a splendid New Year's Day. Just your sunsetting. After Thanksgiving leftovers are all cooked down and used up, it's time to make the broth. Seven quarts of...

The Stead at Home Mom

If you haven't checked out the Stead at Home Mom, Nicole Parks, you should, of course, after you've listened to her talk about her expierence as an elementary school teacher. We talked about some of the things she saw that led her to quit her job as a teacher, and pick up the mantle of homeschool mom. The Links The Stead at Home Mom on YouTube The Stead at Home Mom on Facebook The Stead at Home Mom on Instagram Five Reasons NOT to Homeschool Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You...

Medicine for the Earth with Ted Metz

Hemp is often touted as a miracle crop with countless applications for all; in the last few years it has quickly gained notoriety in the health world, but still faces strict legislative controls that make it all but impossible to grow despite being "legal." Today's guest, Ted Metz, came on the show to talk more about the industrial uses of hemp than the medicinal side. We discussed the many uses of hemp in industry and also some of the health effects hemp has on the natural world. Hemp is a ...

Maneuvering Math with Mammoth Maria Miller

With so many different homeschool curriculums, it's difficult to find the right one. Some are whole system curriculums, while others are just supplemental. Today I talked with Maria Miller of the Math Mammoth curriculum. We talked about how she developed the Math Mammoth curriculum and how she continues to revise and edit going forward. We also discussed her homeschool journey and what that currently looks like for her and her family living abroad. The Links Math Mammoth Math Mammoth on...

A Principled Milking with Andrew Kern

Farming is hard work. Dairy farming might be even harder. Today's guest is Andrew Kern, a former dairy farmer. Andrew grew up on a dairy farm and even went into the dairy business with his father for a number of years. He recently sold his cows and is looking to move onto other pastures. We talked about what it was like milking 80 cows daily and why he decided to get out of the business, as well as how someone might want to get into the dairy industry. The Links The Principled Libertarian...

Holey Squirrels

Talking about Botfly larva in squirrels, planting with old seed, cold frosty nights killing seedlings, meat chickens. As for homeschooling, I talked about Elbert Hubbard's cool book my son found for sale, and how it's turned us a litle too Little House on the Prarie. Happy Thanksgiving, enjoy! First fire of the season. Woodstove heat is the best heat. Cold and frosty morning. Three week old chicks. Cornish X and Brian, a regular chick. Enjoying some grass, sun, and play time in t...

Holey Squirrels: GVQ Update 11/19

Talking about Botfly larva in squirrels, planting with old seed, cold frosty nights killing seedlings, meat chickens. As for homeschooling, I talked about Elbert Hubbard's cool book my son found for sale, and how it's turned us a litle too Little House on the Prarie. Happy Thanksgiving, enjoy! First fire of the season. Woodstove heat is the best heat. Cold and frosty morning. Three week old chicks. Cornish X and Brian, a regular chick. Enjoying some grass, sun, and play time in t...

Boogie on Homeschool Dad with Jason Reichert

Wrapping up Music Month on Homesteads and Homeschools is none other than Jason Reichert, aka JJ Boogie. We talked about how Jason learned to play music and how that stuck with him through the years and influences his children today. We explored why he and his wife decided to homeschool, and the unique way they attack homeschooling when his duties with Arrested Development find him touring for extended lengths of time. The Links Fire and the Knife Facebook Fire and the Knife on Instagram...

Gangsta Gardening with Master Mark

Rolling right through Novemember, this weeks guest is Master Mark, a recording artist out of Texas with some big ideas about freedom and liberty. We talked about Mark's first album - including Gardening is Gangsta - and what brought him to putting that album together and why he thinks the message is so important. Check out his first album - Weapons of Mass Instruction - and his most recent album released 11/19, 4pacalypse. The Links Master Mark on YouTube Master Mark on YouTube 4 Paca...

Musical Homeschooling with Jordan Taylor

This week the Liberty Hippie is joined by another Jordan, but this time his last name is Taylor. Joining us from Volume Zero is Jordan Taylor to discuss his homeschooling journey and how music became an integral part of that experience. Jordan learned to play early and is still at it. We talked about why and how, as well as some of the things he felt his homeschool experience ended up being a bit soft on. The Links Volume Zero on Bandcamp Volume Zero on YouTube Music from the Show: N...

Happy Hemp Harvesting with Jordan Page

Episode 41 kicks off the month of November where the Liberty Hippie will be talking to a different musician each week. This week's guest is none other than Jordan Page. We talked about some of the homeschooling regulations that his family is confronted with in Washington and how they impact the homeschooling process. We also delve a little into his hemp production which sounds amazing and talk some about how music fits into their homeschooling world. The Links Jordan Page Music Jordan's...

Roadkill Dinner! GVQ Update 10/19

Updates from the Good View Quarter, getting into deer season, fall gardening, bringing in the firewood, homeschool discussions we had that never would be had in a public school, and more. [caption id="attachment_1501" align="alignleft" width="282"] Broiler chicks about 4 days old.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1502" align="alignright" width="282"] Brian the mystery chick.[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1503" align="aligncenter" width="504"] Foggy mornings mean time to plant![/caption]...

Vacating the Public Schools

Episode 40 finds T, an admin of the Vacate Public Schools page, come on to tell her story and talk a bit about the page. We explore what brought her to homeschooling and how it has effected her children's education as well as her relationships with her children. We talk about how homeschooling and the philosophy behind it has changed her parenting techniques, what prompted those changes and how those changes have been positive for everyone in her life. The Links Vacate Public Schools Mus...

Rogue Food Conferencing with John Moody

Checking in with the Liberty Hippie for episode is none other than John Moody! In the past, John was the executive director of every homesteaders favorite organization, the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund. Since leaving the FCLDF, John has developed and managed Whole Life Buying Club, written a handful of books, and given a number of talks, including the upcoming Rogue Food Event at the Cincinnati Airport Marriot in Hebron, KY. We covered all of these topics and then some! The Links J...

Asking a Homeschool Mom

Episode 38 is another conversation focusing on homeschooling, this time with curator of Ask a Homeschool Mom, Kari Vanhoozer. We had a fun discussion about her choice to homeschool - or, rather, unschool - and how that works into their families life before talking about her website and the importance of having resources that can help homeschool parents navigate the legal systems, and give advice on developing a homeschool program. The Links Ask a Homeschool Mom Ask a Homeschool Mom on P...

Anarchapulco and the Homestead.Guru

The Liberty Hippie has a chat with Catherine Bleish, the Homestead.Guru curator, and Anarchapulco 2020 co-producer. We talk about life in a bus, and how having the ability and freedom to move and travel has not only been exciting and captivating, but educational and rewarding for both parents and children. We also discuss how Catherine came to find herself as co-producer for the 2020 presentation of Anarchapulco. The Links The Homestead.Guru The Homestead Guru on Facebook Anarchapulco...

Sailing the Homeschool Seas with Capt. Brent DeRidder

Episode 36 sees the Liberty Hippie and Brent DeRidder of the Libertarian Party of North Carolina talking about homeschooling, and some future plans of Brent's to help spread the message of liberty while seeing the country and educating his children. Brent also shares the story that caused him and his wife to remove their children from public school, and it is astounding.E The Links Brent DeRidder Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Styx - Come Sail Away Shocking Blue -...

A Good View Quarter Update - 9/19

The first of our monthly installments of updates from the Good View Quarter. We talked about the state of our garden, lessons learned from our goats, and potential future projects as well as some of the challenges we're facing both homesteading and homeschooling. Music from the Show: Grateful Dead - Truckin' Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera - Ride a Hustler's Dream If you're enjoying the show, please support it by becoming a patron on Patreon and get access to bonus shows, seeds, and mercha...

Veg Head to Butcher with Kate Kavanaugh

Vegetarians and vegans often believe their diets are healthier for the environment, and help promote animal rights. This isn't always the case. Often these diets consist of highly processed products from the industrial agricultural complex that only help promote the monoculture thousands of acres. In episode 35, we talk to Kate Kavanaugh, a former vegetarian who made the transition to an omnivorous diet and became a butcher, eventually opening her own butcher shop - Western Daughters Butcher...

Learning in Color with Samantha Shank

In episode 34 we take our first swing at some curriculum talk as we chat with homeschooling graduate, entrepreneur and creator of Learn in Color, Samantha Shank. She started Learn in Color at the age of 14 and over the last five years has created a magnificent resource of both free and per peice items. Samantha offers many free work sheets and resources, while asking a small fee for others. Samantha is an inspiring young entrepreneur and Learn in Color is a vualuable resource for any homesco...

Chillin' with Julian on a Northwest Homestead

Episode 33 sees the Liberty Hippie joined by Julian, who maintains a homestead in the Northwest, and unschools his daughter. They talked about a number of different skills that help on the homestead, and ways to learn new skills and remember old. The Links Northwest Homestead on Instagram Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Jane's Addiction - Mountain Song Shocking Blue - Acka Raga Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera - Ride a Hustler's Dream If you're enjoying the show, ple...

Tasting Homeschool with Jacob Linzy

For episode 32 we sat down with one of the co-hosts of Tasting Anarchy, co-organizer of Childeberg, and co-parent to two Shiba Inu's, Jacob Linzy. Jacob started out in public school, but eventually found his way to homeschooling. We talked about making that transition and Jacob's journey back to the public school system when he reached high school. And of course, we discussed a multitude of other things homeschool related and not. The Links Tasting Anarchy Tasting Anarchy on Twitter I...

Pork In The White Mountains

Episode 31 sees Josh of White Mountains Livestock come on the show to talk about pork and why they made the decision to farm all naturally. We talked about what "organic" means, how the long list of USDA approved chemicals might not be something you want in your food and why small scale farming allows a healthier connection between farmer and animal as opposed to the industrial farming method. The Links White Mountains Livestock WML on YouTube WML on Instagram Music from the Show: N...

Texas Homeschooling with Rachel Kennerly

Today's guest is the host of a wonderful podcast called Cannabis Heals Me, Rachel Kennerly. Rachel and I talked about her school experience in public and private school, and then her experience as a mother with a child in the public school system. We discussed the pros and cons before examining why her family decided that homeschool was the right choice for their son. The Links Cannabis Heals Me Music from the Show: Nick Piccone - You's and I's Ultimate Spinach - Mind Flowers Shocki...

Wayward Wiggling Worms with Bentley Christie

Bentley Christie of Red Worm Composting joined the Liberty Hippie for today's discussion about vermicomposting! In today's episode, we discussed some of the basics of vermicomposting as well as some of the why's. As it turns out, vermicomposting has huge benefits for plants and small container of worms can be kept in virtually any geographic location without much ado. We didn't have time today to get into the entrepreneurial side of things, so stay tuned for a future episode with Bentley! ...

Transitioning with the Homeschool to College Coach

For episode 28 the Liberty Hippie reached out to the Homeschool To College Coach, Ms. Lisa Marie to talk about getting homeschooled kids into college. Lisa is a homeschooling mother of over seventeen years who experienced some of the confusion and unsureness that comes when it's time for a homeschooled student to apply to college. Through her experience she decided it was a worthy cause to become a college admissions advisor to lend her knowledge and skills to other homeschool families tryin...