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Mother Earth News and Friends

375 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 114 ratings

Mother Earth News and Friends shares the stories of the leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more.

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Ep. 59 Vermicomposting

April 25, 2019 05:01 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

In this episode, Heather Rinaldi and Joanne Olszewski as they discuss composting with red wigglers. This includes the different bins and methods of harvesting. Here is a collection of resources that may pique your interest:   3 Fertilizer Teas for Plants Compost in Your Kitchen with a Worm Bin Starting a Compost Pile or Worm Bin  The Perfect Diet for Compost Worms Winter Worm Composting Heather Rinaldi's Links Texas Worm Ranch Joanne Olszewski's Links Worms Eat My Garbage ...

Ep 55.1 Incubation Check-In

April 18, 2019 05:00 - 12 minutes - 22.7 MB

In this minisode, we are introducing a local preschool to their incubation project! If you are interested in incubation visit Brinsea.com to see the Maxi 2 Advance Fully Digital 14 Egg Incubator and the Classroom Incubation Kit.   Our storytime book is How Chicks are Born by Bruce Grant, Published by Rand McNally, 1967.

Ep. 58 Garden Planning for Food Preservation

April 11, 2019 05:01 - 50 minutes - 69 MB

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Ira Wallace and Liza Ziegler are discussing what to plant in your garden while keeping food preservation in mind.    Here is a collection of resources that may pique your interest: www.Lehmans.com www.motherearthnews.com/ogden-giveaways Garden Planning for Preservation Keep Track of Your Preserving Projects with a Canning Journal  Make the Most of Your Garden with the Garden Planner The Big Book of Preserving the Harvest Lisa Ma...

Ep. 57 Bottle Feeding Livestock

March 28, 2019 21:44 - 39 minutes - 72.9 MB

Thank you Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this episode!  Visit Premier 1 Supplies online, at the fairs, or chat with one of their experts on the phone @ 800-282-6631 In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Callene Rapp meets with Charlotte to discuss bottle feeding livestock to include, calves, lambs, and kids. Callene Rapp graduated with a degree in animal science. After a short stint at a concentrated animal feeding operation, she and her husband, Eric, moved to the Wichit...

Ep. 56 Natural Building

March 14, 2019 16:26 - 51 minutes - 94.1 MB

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Chris McClellan (aka Uncle Mud) discusses how to build a home out of natural materials and the legal nuances that come with these structures.   Uncle Mud (aka Chris McClellan) raises free-range, organic children in suburban Ohio. He uses a natural building as his soapbox to preach self-reliance and community empowerment. He can be found anywhere there is mud to play in, including the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIRS. Here is a collection of resou...

State of Mother 2019

March 06, 2019 23:08 - 1 hour - 179 MB

Podcast Resources to Check Out Keeping Backyard Bees Community Chickens Mother Earth News and Friends podcast group   Resources from our Conversation with Rebecca Martin 52 Homestead Skills  Grit Mother Earth News Capper’s Farmer   Resources from our Conversation with Jean Denny Mother Earth Living Heirloom Gardener Mother Earth Living Book Club Will & Co.’s Glass Gem Corn   Resources from our Conversation with Mother Earth News Fair Team   MOTHER EARTH ...

Ep. 55 Chicken Keeping in School

February 28, 2019 23:55 - 59 minutes - 110 MB

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we discuss the considerations you need to take when keeping chickens during the colder months including diet, shelter, and choosing cold weather breeds. Joining Charlotte for this conversation is Jeannette Beranger and Patricia Foreman (Pat). Jeannette is the Senior Program Manager for The Livestock Conservancy. She uses her knowledge to plan and implement conservation programs, conduct field research, and advise farmers in their endeavor...

Ep. 54 Grant Writing

February 14, 2019 06:01 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MB

In this episode, we discuss writing grants and finding free money to help your homestead dreams come true. This podcast episode includes live audio from Michele's presentation at the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR.  Guests on this episode include: Charlotte Brunin, Podcast Producer. Jessica Mitchell, MOTHER EARTH NEWS editor.  Michele Beener, the president of Aspire Grant & Development, and owner of Chippewa Farms, a historic Black Angus farm. Here is a collection of related articles you ...

Ep. 53 Heritage Breeds

February 02, 2019 01:46 - 1 hour - 110 MB

In this episode, our conversation circles around Heritage breeds, why we love them, need to save them, and why we eat them.   Here is a collection of related articles you may enjoy: Livestock Conservancy The Holstein Dilemma - A production of  Backyard Green Films Shave 'Em to Save 'Em   Find our Guest's Books in the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Store An Introduction to Heritage Breeds   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources that may pique your interests!   ...

Ep. 52 Cold Weather Chickens

January 17, 2019 06:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MB

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we discuss the considerations you need to take when keeping chickens during the colder months including diet, shelter, and choosing cold weather breeds. Joining Charlotte for this conversation is Jeannette Beranger. Jeannette is the Senior Program Manager for The Livestock Conservancy. She uses her knowledge to plan and implement conservation programs, conduct field research, and advise farmers in their endeavors with rare breeds. She is th...

Ep. 51 Tiny Homes and Intentional Living

January 03, 2019 06:00 - 54 minutes - 99.6 MB

In this episode, we will be discussing alternative housing and considerations to make when going tiny! Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Fellowship for Intentional Community Global Ecovillage Network Los Angeles Ecovillage Earth Haven Ecovillage Sustainable Kashi Warm Showers Human Waste Management Off-Grid Water Systems Books by Rob Greenfield Dude Making a Difference Rob's Website Books by Patricia Forem...

Ep. 50 Men's Herbal Health

December 20, 2018 07:01 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MB

In this episode,  we will be discussing men’s health, why they should be interested in it, and how herbs can come into play. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Boost Your Resilience With Adaptogenic Herbs Burdock Does It AllHerbal Heart TonicsNatural remedies for stress and AnxietyHow to Benefit from Herbal MedicineSage Mountain Health Retreat and Sanctuary The Science and Art of Herbalism Books and speakers recommended by Ros...

Ep. 49 Game Hunting Pt 2

December 07, 2018 07:01 - 37 minutes - 68.6 MB

Game Hunting Part 2 In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we are joined by a few avid hunters that are friends of MOTHER and eager to share their experiences, techniques, and a few hunters’ stories.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Grit's Hunting Headquarters Episode 31 - Leathers and Furs Becoming an Outdoor Woman's Facebook  Matt Stephens Family Farm Processing a Deer The Compassionate Hunter   ...

Ep. 49 Game Hunting

December 06, 2018 07:01 - 53 minutes - 98.7 MB

Hunting Game In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we are joined by a few avid hunters that are friends of MOTHER and eager to share their experiences, techniques, and a few hunters’ stories.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Grit's Hunting Headquarters Episode 31 - Leathers and Furs Becoming an Outdoor Woman's Facebook  Matt Stephens Family Farm Processing a Deer The Compassionate Hunter   Check o...

Ep. 48 Women in Farming - Sponsored by DR Power Equipment

November 22, 2018 07:01 - 45 minutes - 63 MB

Thank You, DR Power Equipment, for Sponsoring this Episode! Visit DRpower.com/motherearth for huge discounts, to read reviews, or watch videos. Please enjoy this conversation featuring Andi Dale, Lucinda Stuenkel, and Tonya Mallozzi. These three women are at different stages in their farm businesses and have joined Charlotte at the Kansas Rural Center conference.  The goal of this episode is to give insight into the minds of woman farmers and encourage those who are considering it. Fol...

Ep. 47 Bread Making: From No-Knead to Sour Dough

November 08, 2018 19:04 - 32 minutes - 59.1 MB

Bread Making: From No-Knead to Sour Dough In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, our guests discuss the basics of bread making from easy no-knead recipes to the more sensitive sour-dough.  Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Homemade Bread-Baking Guide Homemade Sandwich Bread Whole Grains Guide: Recipes Cooking Tips and Nutrition Information for Healthy, Whole-Grain Foods Books by Victoria: From No-Knead t...

Ep. 46 Building Soil

October 25, 2018 16:23 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

Thank You, DR Power, for Sponsoring this Episode! Visit DRpower.com/motherearth for huge discounts, to read reviews, or watch videos. In this episode Charlotte interviews a soil building dream team! Enjoy this lively conversation about soil featuring Jessi Bloom, Patricia Foreman, and Tradd Cotter. The come to this episode from different angles, but similar goals.  Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest:   Greater Life Force In...

Ep. 45 Industrial Hemp

October 11, 2018 21:48 - 36 minutes - 66.7 MB

 In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, our guests and I will discuss hemp, how it's grown, the versatility of the crop and how it may be useful to you. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Hemp Bound The Resurgence of Growing Hemo for Industrial Use Growing Hemp as a Money Making Crop Hemp Seeds as Nutrition for Humans Using Hemp in Construction Artificial Environments and the Proliferation of Industrial Hemp...

Ep. 44 Permaculture Ethics

September 27, 2018 07:01 - 39 minutes - 72.9 MB

Thank You, DR Power, for Sponsoring this Episode! Visit DRpower.com/motherearth for huge discounts, to read reviews, or watch videos. In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, our guests and discuss permaculture ethics, how others interpret them, to maintain mindfulness in your practices. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Introducing Permaculture The Basics of Permaculture Radical Homemaking Simply Lush: A Gui...

Ep. 42 Aquaponics at Nile Valley

August 30, 2018 07:01 - 34 minutes - 63.7 MB

Thank You, Root Farm for Sponsoring this Episode! Visit RootFarm.com to research, to read reviews, or watch videos. In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Charlotte and her co-host Christianna meet with Dre Taylor, of Nile Valley Aquaponics, to discuss the difference between aquaponics and hydroponics, how he got started, and what this farming style has done for Dre and the community. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your intere...

Ep. 41 Off-Grid Preppers

August 16, 2018 20:51 - 1 hour - 128 MB

  Thank You, DR Power for Sponsoring this Episode! Visit DRpower.com/motherearth for huge discounts, to read reviews, or watch videos. On this episode, Charlotte meets with Dan Chiras, Victoria Miller, and Jeff Yago to discuss how to prepare for situations that may leave you off-grid.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: 5 Survival Food to Consider Conserving Water and Energy  Emergency Survival Kits Emergency Planning...

Ep. 40 Grains for Your Health

August 08, 2018 16:10 - 39 minutes - 71.6 MB

Thank You, Great River Organic Milling  for Sponsoring this Episode!   This episode was recorded at the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR in Frederick, Maryland with special guests Jill Nussinow, and Victoria Miller.  Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Amazing Amaranth Amp Up Your Bread With Sprouted Grains and Multigrains Growing Gluten-Free Grains in the Garden Know the Different Types of Grain What You Need to Know About Gro...

Ep. 39 Natural Skincare

July 19, 2018 07:01 - 38 minutes - 71.2 MB

Thank You, Mountain Rose Herbs for Sponsoring this Episode!   Head over to MountainRoseHerbs.com to explore their full line of products!     Links from our Guests: Ecobeauty Natural Beauty at Home Natural Beauty from the Garden Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: DIY Cosmetics: Homemade Organic Skin Toner Make Your Own Skin Care Products Natural Winter Skin Care Old Time Herbal Beauty Tips Recipes to Make Yo...

Ep. 38 From Lambs to Llamas Pt.2

July 05, 2018 07:01 - 32 minutes - 15.1 MB

Thank you, Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this Episode. The speak with a Premier 1 fence consultant call 800-282-6631 or visit their website premier1supplies.com for expert advice. You may also see them at any of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIRS. Mention coupon code FENCEKIT25 for $25 off the DS PoultryNet Plus 12/48/3 Starter Kit which includes a 100' roll of Electric Poultry Netting, a .60 joule energizer, extra support posts, and a fence tester.   In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEW...

Ep. 38 From Lambs to Llamas: Raising Livestock for Fiber

July 04, 2018 07:01 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MB

Thank you, Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this Episode. The speak with a Premier 1 fence consultant call 800-282-6631 or visit their website premier1supplies.com for expert advice. You may also see them at any of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIRS. Mention coupon code FENCEKIT25 for $25 off the DS PoultryNet Plus 12/48/3 Starter Kit which includes a 100' roll of Electric Poultry Netting, a .60 joule energizer, extra support posts, and a fence tester.   In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEW...

Ep. 37 Graft a Better World

June 21, 2018 07:01 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss grafting trees, what gorilla grafting is and how trees just might save the world. Links from our Guests: Bill Whipple Acornucopia Project Nutty Buddy Collective Vanessa King Frances Tacy Franny's Farm Homestead Hustle MOTHER EARTH NEWS YouTube channel! Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Edible Landscaping with a Permaculture Twist ...

Ep. 36 Sensitivities and Gluten

June 14, 2018 07:01 - 59 minutes - 82 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss food sensitivities.  Today’s topic is centered around gluten but rabbit trails into an informative conversation over sensitivities in general. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest:' Is Roundup the Cause of 'Gluten Intolerance'? Is Being Gluten-Intolerant an A...

Ep. 35 Wellness Garden

May 24, 2018 07:01 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends we will discuss how to maintain optimal wellness by enjoying a garden. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Books by Shawna: The Wellness Garden 101 Organic gardening Hacks Grow a Living Wall   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources that may pique your interests! To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page! Check out the MOT...

Bees: Profile of a Bee Keeper

May 15, 2018 19:24 - 51 seconds - 1.16 MB

This podcast episode features Emma Arnold and Abby Olcese. Emma shares her busy lifestyle as an on the road comedian, parent, and beekeeper! See Emma on the road with this link! Get hands-on with bees at a MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR!     Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources that may pique your interests! To see more podcasts, visit our Mother Earth News and Friends page! Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR page for an opportunity to see our podcast guest li...

It's Beek Week @ MOTHER EARTH NEWS!

May 15, 2018 19:24 - 51 seconds - 1.16 MB

It is beek week at MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Grit Magazine.  To celebrate they have decided to sponsor the publishing of all MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends bee related episodes on their own podcast channel, Keeping Backyard Bees!    That’s not all, we are also releasing several videos, both live and on YouTube and we’re letting an unpublished episode out of the vault and adding it exclusively to the Keeping Backyard Bees channel.  This exclusive episode features a chat with Abby Olcese and co...

Ep. 34 Organic Pest Control

May 10, 2018 07:01 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MB

Thank You, Earthkind for Sponsoring this Episode! To speak with an Earthkind consultant call (800)583-2921 or visit their website Earthkind.com to review their products and for expert advice from one of their staff entomologist. You may also their booth at any of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fairs.   In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, our we will discuss how to terminate and repel pests using methods that are less harmful than many mainstream products that we encounter. Follow ...

Ep. 33 Vegetables Love Flowers

April 26, 2018 07:01 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, we talk with Liza Ziegler about why vegetables love flowers and ideas for companion planting.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest:   Vegetables Love Flowers The Gardener's Workshop - Lisa's website Carrots Love Tomatoes An In-depth Guide to Companion Planting Native American Gardening: The Three Sisters and More   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more...

Ep. 32 Pasture Raising Pork

April 12, 2018 07:01 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

  Thank You, Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this Episode! To speak with a Premier 1 fence consultant call 800-282-6631 or visit their website premier1supplies.com for expert advice. You may also see them at any of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fairs.   In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, our guests discuss pasture raising pork, the breeds they raise and their best practices. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Jake...

Ep. 32 Pasture Raising Pork

April 12, 2018 07:01 - 35 minutes - 49.4 MB

  Thank You, Premier 1 Supplies for Sponsoring this Episode! To speak with a Premier 1 fence consultant call 800-282-6631 or visit their website premier1supplies.com for expert advice. You may also see them at any of the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Fairs.   In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, our guests discuss pasture raising pork, the breeds they raise and their best practices. Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Jake...

Ep. 31 Live Deliberately

March 29, 2018 07:01 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Russel and Charlotte will discuss Rob's journey from an average materialistic guy to well-known eco-activist and adventurer.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Podcast Resource Page Rob's Website Dude Making a Difference One Man's Trash is Another's Weeknight Dinner: Lessons from a Dumpster Diver Reusing Things: 100 Ideas of How to Reuse Commonly Thrown Away Items It...

Bees: Swarm Essentials

March 15, 2018 07:01 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MB

Join Charlotte and Zach as they discuss catching swarms and the business of bees with Hilary Kearney of Girl Next Door Honey. Thinking about starting your own apiary but don’t know where to begin? Find out how easy it is to become a backyard beekeeper at our Basics of Beekeeping workshop with Brushy Mountain Bee Farm! Friday, Sept. 14, at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Pa., in conjunction with the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR. Learn more and reserve your spot today. https://www.motherearthnews...

Ep. 30 Swarm Essentials

March 15, 2018 07:01 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MB

Join Charlotte and Zach as they discuss catching swarms and the business of bees with Hilary Kearney of Girl Next Door Honey. Thinking about starting your own apiary but don’t know where to begin? Find out how easy it is to become a backyard beekeeper at our Basics of Beekeeping workshop with Brushy Mountain Bee Farm! Friday, Sept. 14, at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Pa., in conjunction with the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR. Learn more and reserve your spot today. https://www.motherearthnews...

Ep. 29 Straight Dope on Cannabis

March 01, 2018 07:01 - 46 minutes - 64.4 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss cannabis: how it’s being used medicinally and, in Oregon, legally.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Growing Cannabis in Raised Garden Beds The Health Effects of Marijuana Legalized Marijuana   Find our Guests Books in the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Store The Veggie Queen Homegrown Marijuana   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for mo...

Ep. 28 The Scoop on Poop

February 15, 2018 07:01 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends our guests and I will discuss composting human manure! The in-home setup, the legalities, and how to overcome the ick factor to produce beautiful soil.  Enjoy this pun-filled discussion as we chat we learn about the scoop on poop!   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest:   The Evergreen Institute The Scoop on Poop Subscribe to Heirloom Gardener   Check out the MOTHER EARTH...

Ep. 27 Hydrosols

February 01, 2018 07:01 - 56 minutes - 78 MB

On this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends you will learn all about hydrosols: what sets them apart from oils, how to make them, and how to use them!   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest:   Harvest to Hydrosol Aromatic Wisdom Podcast Herbal Apothecary 101: Distillates, Hydrosols and Tinctures Aromatic Waters Wellness Garden   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources that may pique your in...

Ep. 26 Marvelous Mushrooms

January 18, 2018 07:01 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MB

On this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Charlotte Brunin and Robert Riley meet with Tradd Cotter to discuss all things mushrooms. You will learn how Tradd became a mushroom farmer, the importance of mushrooms to your diet and how mushrooms might be key in disaster relief!   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Organic Mushroom Farming & Mycoremediation Garden Giant 5 lb Bag The Wellness Garden Shiitake Mushroom Plugs ...

Ep. 25 Kefir and Kombucha: Brewing with Bacteria

January 04, 2018 07:01 - 43 minutes - 59.5 MB

In this episode, we discuss how to properly brew the popular fermented drinks kefir and kombucha.  Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: The Health Benefits of Drinking Kombucha Tea Home Brewing Kombucha Water Kefir Recipe Water Kefir: a Delicious Probiotic Beverage Easy Milk Kefir Recipe (Mentioned in the episode)   Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more resources! Scoby in Starter Liquid The Big Bo...

Ep. 24 Ducks on Demand

December 07, 2017 07:01 - 50 minutes - 70 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends, our guests discuss the darlings of the barnyard, ducks: what to feed them, how to house them, their behavior and what they bring to the table. Thank you to Brinsea for sponsoring this podcast episode!  Here is a collection of related articles you may enjoy: 9 Reasons Why Raising Ducks Might Be a Better Option Than Chickens The Homestead Guide to Domesticated Ducks Incubating Duck Eggs Successfully The Pros & Cons of Eating Duc...

Ep. 23 Making the Most of Older Animals

November 23, 2017 07:01 - 53 minutes - 73.8 MB

In this episode, Caleb Regan of Grit Magazine discusses how to properly process and prepare meat from older animal to create an enjoyable dining experience and a well-rounded market. Joining Caleb is Author Adam Danforth and International Livestock Market Consultant John Wilkes.    Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: Subscribe to Grit Magazine The Livestock Conservancy  Check out the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Bookstore for more res...

Ep. 22 Writing Urban Ag Policy

November 09, 2017 07:01 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Russel Mullin of Heirloom Gardener and I sat down with Helen Schnoes and Mary Miller of the Douglas County Food Policy Council to discuss how to work inside your city limits to gain agricultural rights for your community.  Find our Guests Books in the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Store Your Farm in the City Heirloom Gardener Here is a collection of related articles you may enjoy: How to Start an Urban Farm Zoning and City Code Consideratio...

Ep. 21 Ayurveda

October 26, 2017 07:01 - 1 hour - 86.1 MB

Learn the wonderful benefits of Ayurveda, it's principles and how to incorporate it into your lifestyle with two friends of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and experts in the Ayurveda lifestyle, Anata Ripa Ajmera and Brittany Wood Nickerson. Find our Guests Books in the MOTHER EARTH NEWS Store  Recipes from the Herbalist's Kitchen The Ayurveda Way Here is a collection of related articles you may enjoy: 11 Ayurvedic Steps for a Good Night's Rest All About Ayurveda Anti-Aging and Longevity ...

Ep. 20 Great Guide to Guinea Fowl

October 12, 2017 07:01 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Charlotte Brunin and  Kellsey Trimble, of Grit, sat down with Cindy Gibson and Sharon Dodds from the Guinea Fowl International Association to discuss how to care for, train, and interpret their behavior. Thank you Brinsea for Sponsoring this episode! To see Brinsea’s incubator, chick brooder, and coop door in action, check them out during the Mother Earth News Facebook Live projects or visit www.Brinsea.com. Here is a collection of relat...

Ep. 19 Pt. 2 Leathers and Furs: Preserving Animal Hides

September 29, 2017 07:01 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and FRIENDS, our guests and I will discuss Leathers and Furs: Preserving Animal Hides. In Part 1 we discuss keeping the fur-on process. In Part 2 we continue the conversation to discuss the fur-off method of preserving the hide.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: How to Tan a Deer Hide Roadkill: Collecting Animal Fur the Humane Way U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service  Hunting Licenses ...

Ep. 19 Leathers and Furs: Preserving Animal Hides

September 28, 2017 07:01 - 47 minutes - 65.5 MB

In this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and FRIENDS, our guests and I will discuss Leathers and Furs: Preserving Animal Hides. In Part 1 we discuss keeping the fur-on process. In Part 2 we continue the conversation to discuss the fur-off method of preserving the hide.   Follow the links below for topics mentioned in the podcast that may have piqued your interest: How to Tan a Deer Hide Roadkill: Collecting Animal Fur the Humane Way U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service  Hunting Licenses ...

Bees: Harvest Your Honey

September 14, 2017 07:01 - 49 minutes - 68.2 MB

On this episode of MOTHER EARTH NEWS and Friends Charlotte Brunin and Robert Riley meet with Becky and Steve Tipton to discuss all this honey including how to harvest from a Langstroth Hive.    Thinking about starting your own apiary but don’t know where to begin? Find out how easy it is to become a backyard beekeeper at our Basics of Beekeeping workshop with Brushy Mountain Bee Farm! Friday, Sept. 14, at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, Pa., in conjunction with the MOTHER EARTH NEWS FAIR....

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