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Old Fashioned On Purpose

372 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratings

Have you felt it? Something is rippling through humanity at this moment. It's a stirring... a longing... a remembering. A sense that we are more capable than we’ve been led to believe. We want to feel alive, not sedated.. but we've lost our way. We've traded a life intertwined with nature for asphalt and artificial lights. We've swapped natural movement for a sedentary existence. We've given up food from the earth in favor of food from the factory. We've sacrificed our traditional skillsets for apps and gadgets. But while our overdose on modernity may have made us sick, there is an antidote. Join best-selling author and mentor, Jill Winger, each week as she digs into a different facet of the old-fashioned on purpose lifestyle.

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S11 E14: My Long Road Back to Whole Wheat Flours

February 27, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Today I'm geeking out over wheat berries. Yeah, it's no wonder I don't have a lot of non-homesteading friends, I guess I seem kinda weird to some... But fresh flour is something worth geeking out over! Join me today to find out why. Book resources on fresh flour: What Your Food Ate by David Montgomery and Anne Bikle, Flour Lab by Adam Leonti, Sourdough by Science by Karyn Lynn Newman, Bittman Bread by Mark Bittman and Kerri Conan, Artisan Sourdough Made Simple by Emilie Raffa Find a...

S11 E13: How I've Been Pruning My Life

February 20, 2023 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MB

Pruning is never easy. But growth isn't possible without it. Today we're chatting about some of the recent things I've been changing, cutting out, and rethinking about in every aspect of our lives... simple things... little changes... but huge results are in the works. I can feel it. Subscribe here for more thoughts on this and more: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter Be sure to check out Toups & Co, a small homestead family that makes amazing skin products from natural ingredients. Go ...

S11 E12: How to Start Tanning Hides w/ Cher Reynan

February 13, 2023 11:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MB

This topic seemed deeply overwhelming to me until today's guest unveiled amazing hidden truths and tips that I think you too will find fascinating. Be sure to check out Toups & Co, a small homestead family that makes amazing skin products from natural ingredients. Go to ThePrairieHomestead.com/makeup and save 15% with code HOMESTEAD. Find Cher at: Where to find Cher Reynan: http://www.wildfibre.ca/ or https://www.prairieroseskills.ca/ Find Cher on instagram here: https://www.instagram.co...

S11 E11: How to Find Nourishing Food WITHOUT a Farm w/ Liz Haselmayer

February 06, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MB

Join in as Liz Haselmayer and I discuss real food. Prices keep rising at the grocery store, and it's not often easy to even find good food, especially if you can't buy a farm and move to the country. The Haselmayers--like most families--don't own a farm, but they've learned that doesn't mean they need to sacrifice nutrition. Join us as Liz and I share lots of practical insights into this timely topic. And be sure to check out Toups & Co, a small homestead family that makes amazing skin pr...

S11 E10: Breaking Out of the Ag Echo Chamber w/ Natalie Kovarik

January 30, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

If you sometimes wonder if you're living in an ag echo chamber, you'll want to join in on today's conversation with a true advocate for ag and all that entails. Natalie, as a first-generation rancher with 5th-generation roots, shares a lot of great insights into what might be driving the aggressive anti-meat narrative we hear today, and so much more. Natalie's Instagram: @nataliekovarik Her podcast: Discover Ag Natalie Kovarik's website: https://nataliekovarik.com/   My (New) Old-School...

S11 E9: The Great Egg Conspiracy (or not)

January 23, 2023 16:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MB

The internet is blowing up with comedi-HENS... pricey-egg memes and egg-gangster reels, so today we're diving into my thoughts on this "Great Egg Conspiracy" and if it's really what it's cracked up to be.  My (New) Old-School Blog: www.prairiephilosophy.com Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. Get more in-depth homestead info, printable recipes, tutorials, and more on my blog at www.theprairiehomestead.com Get Old-Fa...

S11 E8: First Generation Ranchers: Our Beef Story

January 16, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

He's baaack... but this time Christian and I are chatting about our beef story. Join us as we walk through how we broke out of the limited mindset that told us we couldn't do this, what scared each of us the most (you may be surprised), and if all the experts are right that you can't be a rancher unless you're born or married into it. If you've ever had a dream that others tell you is impossible, there's good stuff in this episode for you. If you'd like to serve some delicious, grass-rais...

S11 E7: Thinking Outside the System with Matt Beaudreau

January 09, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

I'm thrilled to be talking with Matt Beaudreau today. And I think you'll love joining in our conversation about doing crazy things that society doesn't always agree with. Matt, a well-known speaker and co-creator of Apogee Strong, talks about how we all consistently seeing patterns in society over and over and naively thinking that, "okay, I'll take the next step, and that's where I will gain some element of control to be able to actually impact the situation."  Matt breaks down how this t...

S11 E6: Ancient Grains: Your New Best Friend in the Kitchen

January 02, 2023 11:00 - 54 minutes - 37.5 MB

Ancient and heritage grains & how to use them in your kitchen ... It's an intriguing topic that most of us long to know so much more about. So today we do a deep dive with not one but two experts, Caitlin Youngquist, an agricultural educator with the University of Wyoming Extension, and Sarah Wood, a fourth-generation farmer. Purchase their ancient grains here: https://www.wyomingheritagegrains.com/ This episode is brought to you by our beef – Genuine Beef Co. Grab our Jingle Bells Holid...

S11 E5: What if Your Spouse HATES Homesteading? With Christian Winger

December 19, 2022 11:00 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

It's hard to believe I've been producing this podcast since 2019 yet today is the first time this guest has joined me. Listen in as Christian and I talk about how to recognize what your spouse brings to the table in your relationship and what to do when you don't see eye-to-eye about homesteading. This episode is brought to you by our beef–Genuine Beef Co. Grab our Jingle Bells Holiday Special and get two FREE pounds of ground beef! https://genuinebeefco.com/a/bundles/jingle-bells-holiday-...

S11 E4: The Biggest Mistake a Homesteader Can Make with Marty Raney

December 12, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MB

You're gonna love this episode, just me chatting with Marty Raney (yes, THE Marty Raney) about all those giant mistakes he's seen homesteaders making over the years. This episode is brought to you by our beef–Genuine Beef Co. Grab our Jingle Bells Holiday Special and get two FREE pounds of ground beef! https://genuinebeefco.com/a/bundles/jingle-bells-holiday-special-4yya Or grab a gift card for the perfect gift that tells them you want them to have the best: https://genuinebeefco.com/coll...

S11 E3: The Best (Non-Tacky) Homemade Christmas Gifts

December 05, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MB

Most of us have no desire to buy things we don't need or keep stuffing our homes full of stuff.  And folks like us don’t mind rocking the boat or going against the grain in almost every area of life, so Christmas gift-giving shouldn’t be any different, right? If you'd like all the recipes we talk about in today's episode--and a lot more great gift ideas-- check out the little resource we put together for you that you can refer to year after year, to easily make gifts that will be used and t...

S11 E2: How to Motivate Your Homestead Kids

November 28, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MB

Today I'm chatting with Kody Hanner about homestead kids and how to motivate them effectively. We talk about the complications of an over-busy family schedule and how to  help it run a little more smoothly without having to toss in the towel or revamp it all. This episode is brought to you by our beef--Genuine Beef Co. Grab our Steak Sizzler Special and enjoy two pounds of our ground beef for FREE as well as FREE shipping! https://genuinebeefco.com/a/bundles/ Find Kody at homemaderevelat...

S11 E1: Answering YOUR Questions: Family Guilt, Overwhelm, Microwaves, & More!

November 21, 2022 11:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

Today's a fun episode, brought to you by YOU... You all threw some great questions my way and I'm answering a bunch of them today, rapid fire. And we'll kick it all off with an update on what's been happening around here, starting  with a really big bull that local friends & Christian are taking by the horns. This episode is sponsored by Genuine Beef Co. & our limited-time Steak Sizzler Special. You're gonna love this! Go to https://genuinebeefco.com/a/bundles/ My (New) Old-School Blog: ww...

S10 E15: My Biggest Challenge as a Homestead Mama Thus Far

October 31, 2022 10:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MB

Today I'm chatting with you about something that's consumed my life lately... a stage I'm going through that is my most challenging one to date. I've been feeling like the Lone Ranger in this category, and I'm sure I'm not, so please listen in and let me know if you commiserate with what I'm going through. My (New) Old-School Blog: www.prairiephilosophy.com Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. Get more in-depth homeste...

S10 E14: Ingenious Chicken Keeping with Harvey Ussery

October 24, 2022 10:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MB

I'm thrilled that a bigger and better second edition of The Small Scale Poultry Flock has just been released, and the author, Harvey Ussery, is here today to share so much chicken knowledge! We talk about predators, gardens, weeds, cover crops, and lots more, and what all these things have to do with chickens. As well as why the best solutions to so many chicken problems--the natural ones that are cheap or free--aren't the ones you often hear about. Learn more about Harvey Ussery's book: T...

S10 E13: When Fertilizer Turns Toxic with Julie Lay

October 17, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 33 MB

Today I'm uncovering the toxic story behind what folks want us to think is a harmless fertilizer. I'm talking with Julie Lay. Julie has a BS in Animal Science from Auburn University and until 2020 spent her entire career working in the food safety industry, which you could argue she’s still doing, but in a very different way, today. The documentary featuring Julie:  https://www.southernexposurefilms.org/films/soiled More about Maine's biosludge ban: https://www.theguardian.com/environmen...

S10 E12: The Mystery of the Poisonous Potting Soil

October 10, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

Taking a little break from our current theme today to fill you in on the major soil saga we had on the homestead this spring. If you have ever purchased potting soil or dirt, or if you keep a compost pile, my story has ramifications for you too. Link to my Youtube video on what happened this spring: What Killed My Tomato Plants (video)  My favorite seed company: True Leaf Market Our Beef Company: https://genuinebeefco.com/ My favorite soil kit option on the market: theprairiehomestead.co...

S10 E11: Who IS Raising the Kids? with Susan Linn

October 03, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MB

Today I'm welcoming back  Susan Linn, psychologist, lecturer on psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and the author a few landmark books, including her just-released Who's Raising the Kids? Is big business raising our kids today? And how we can fight back? Find Susan Linn here: susanlinn.net My (New) Old-School Blog: www.prairiephilosophy.com Head to http://www.theprairiehomestead.com/grow to get complimentary access to my best homestead resources. Get more in-depth homestead info, pr...

S10 E10: Busting Beef Myths with Diana Rodgers

September 26, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MB

Suppose you’ve wondered why an anti-meat agenda is being pushed nationwide. In that case, you need to listen to my talk today with Diana Rodger, registered dietitian, former research biochemist, and co-author of the book Sacred Cow (and the documentary of the same name). She walks us out of what she calls “carbon tunnel vision,” and explains in very simple terms why well-raised meat is good for us and our planet. Find Diana at: Website: https://www.globalfoodjustice.org/ Patreon: https://...

S10 E9: An Old-Fashioned Remedy for Depression with Dr. Kelly Lambert

September 19, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutes - 40.6 MB

Today's guest is an expert on how brains change in response to experiences. Dr. Kelly Lambert, an author and behavioral neuroscientist at the University of Richmond, offers us some truly old-fashioned remedies to an ever-present modern problem of increasing rates of depression. While antidepressants have become a multi-billion-dollar industry in recent decades, the rates of depression haven't gone down. Dr. Kelly Lambert offers very interesting insights, and brilliant, simple suggestions th...

S10 E8: Could You Spend 1000 Hours Outside? With Ginny Yurich

September 12, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MB

Today I'm chatting with the creator of the 1000 Hours outside movement.  Ginny offers hands-on, practical ways to get your children off of electronics and out in nature while also inspiring you to do the same.  She encourages us that our kids can do less of those "enriching activities," that sometimes cost a fortune, and yet gain so much more... all from more time in nature. If you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, R...

S10 E7: Stop Being Comfortable with Michael Easter

September 05, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MB

I'm thrilled to be talking with Michael Easter today, an award-winning journalist, contributing editor at Men’s Health magazine, and author of The Comfort Crisis. Michael breaks down how our world has gotten more and more "comfortable" since the Industrial Revolution, why this isn't necessarily a good thing, and why more folks today need to do what homesteaders, as a natural inclination, tend to do... challenge themselves and lean into "hard." Where to find Michael (and his 5-day challenge...

S10 E6: The Magic of Play with Susan Linn

August 29, 2022 10:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MB

 If you've ever wondered why kids don't crave independent, creative play as they did a generation ago,  or why today's kids don't often complete things solely for the satisfaction of achievement,  you're gonna love this podcast episode. Susan Linn is an author, psychologist, and world-renowned expert on creative play and provides insight into smartphones and social-media dopamine while giving us practical ways to bring back creativity to middle childhood. Btw, if you've had a rough garden...

S10 E5: The Incredible Gift of Failure with Jessica Lahey

August 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MB

When it comes to how to motivate kids, our society gets a lot wrong. If you ever find yourself seconding guess your parenting choices that don't always look like the rest of society's parenting choices, definitely listen in to my talk with Jessica Lahey today. If, on another note, you've had a rough gardening season, or just want to improve your garden soil, check out this episode's sponsor, Redmond's Agriculture, & my favorite soil kit option on the market, right here: theprairiehomestead...

S10 E4: Pushing Back Against Consumer Culture with Shannon Hayes

August 15, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB

Join in on my conversation with the author of Radical Homemakers and Redefining Rich as she breaks down the meaning of "homemaker" in ways you've never thought of. In today's episode, Shannon and I talk about how a true homemaker learns skills so she is free to live by the principles that are most important to her, all the while working through the important steps of renouncing, reclaiming, and rebuilding, and figuring out what these steps look like for her. Shannon and I talk about what ...

S10 E3: Rethinking an Old-Fashioned Life with Rory Feek

August 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MB

Rory Feek joins me today to talk about why we think our current generation is the most depressed one that's ever lived and how we can slowly go about opting out of the systems, even without a detailed plan. We talk about how we can, one step at a time, become more autonomous and independent, while simultaneously investing more in the community. Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that could ...

S10 E2: Free-Range Kids: How & Why with Lenore Skenazy

August 01, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

Today we have a fascinating guest, Lenore Skenazy, the author of the book Free-Range Kids and the founder of a nonprofit that is making it easy, normal, and legal to give kids independence. We're diving into an intriguing topic of free-range kids and the impact it has on them when adults mitigate all risks. We'll talk about how as a society we got where we are, with parents afraid to let their kids play in the front yard or walk to the corner. And we'll outline practical steps parents can ...

S10 E1: My Relationship with Homesteading is Changing

July 25, 2022 10:00 - 13 minutes - 9.25 MB

Welcome to our TENTH season guys! Today we're talking about what it looks like when the honeymoon period of homesteading phases out and kinda slides over onto the back burner. And I'm explaining how and why this season on the podcast is going to be something all new & why I think you're gonna love it. Then we dive into this kinda crazy new, old-school thing I'm doing that's breaking all the rules. (Let me know what you think!) My (New) Old-School Blog: www.prairiephilosophy.com Head to ht...

S9 E12: Soda Fountains, Small Towns, and Life Lessons

July 04, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MB

In this episode we're chatting about what it feels like to allow ourselves to be fully seen, to be vulnerable and raw. And we're talking about life in small-town America... how moving to a place that needs you and your skills and your talents might be a great option for you. Let's break down the reasons you might wanna consider some of the off-the-beaten-path towns that don't check all the boxes but just might be a perfect backdrop for starting your own unconventional homestead. Because I ...

S9 E11: When Homesteading Doesn't Fit Any of the Boxes

June 27, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MB

Today I’m talking with Allison Askew of Arrow J Beef Co., a first-generation rancher with a lot of irons in a lot of fires. She’s sharing her inspiring story of unconventional homesteading to encourage everyone who doesn’t feel like they fit in any one particular box. If you ever feel like you’re wearing too many hats to actually be good at any one thing, take heart. If you're overwhelmed, or tired of feeling like you're not understood by those around you, Allison has some words of wisdom ju...

S9 E10: Homesteading with Chronic Pain & Health Challenges

June 20, 2022 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

If you or a family member is facing an illness or battling chronic pain, is homesteading going to be feasible for you? Today's guests--Kevin and Julie from Wild Homestead Living--walk us through how they both have faced this very question. They will leave you will honest answers and practical advice that has made the world of difference for them. Want to know more about the sustainable, reusable canning lids I mentioned in this episode, and stop worrying about unforeseen shortages that coul...

S9 E9: Homesteading in a Brutal Climate? Yes, It's Possible!

June 13, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

Homesteading in harsh environments... Can it be done and is it worth it? Today we cover the good, the bad, and all the encouragement you need in this episode. Sarah Allison, my guest last week, joins us again this week for this informative episode that's going to inspire you. Because, yes, homesteading is something you can do, no matter where you live. Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives?...

S9 E9: Homesteading in a Brutal Climate? Yes, It's Possible!

June 13, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 44 MB

Homesteading in harsh environments... Can it be done and is it worth it? Today we cover the good, the bad, and all the encouragement you need in this episode. Sarah Allison, my guest last week, joins us again this week for this informative episode that's going to inspire you. Because, yes, homesteading is something you can do, no matter where you live. Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives?...

S9 E8: The Magic of a Multigenerational Homestead

June 06, 2022 10:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MB

Is it possible to homestead while also caring for aging parents? Today's guest Sarah Allison not only dispels any fears you might have but also dives into practical tips that you're going to love. So whether your parents might need to someday move onto your homestead, or you're already caring for your older parents and wonder if you could ever start a homestead too... this episode will encourage and inspire you! Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching t...

S9 E7: Secrets of Successful Edible Landscaping with Ed Laivo

May 30, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Today I am so excited to have Ed Laivo join us.  Ed is an edible landscaping specialist, with a focus on small space gardening. I'm pretty sure he's going to convince you  that everyone can grow food, even when they have very little space. With over 40 years of extensive experience in plant production, he's pretty inspiring. Book mentioned in the podcast episode: Edible Landscaping by Rosalind Creasy Find Ed Laivo at Tomorrow's Harvest on Instagram and "Ed" Able Solutions facebook group. ...

S9 E6: Can You Grow Apples in the Arctic?

May 23, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Today I'm talking with Bob Osborne, columnist on CBC radio,  a Canadian farmer with more than 40 years of experience with all things apples, and the author of a brand new book, Hardy Apples. Bob and I chat about how to grow healthy apples (even in cold climates), talk about the Renaissance of apples, and discuss why there are thousands of different apples out there but only the standard five options available in the grocery store. And we may wind up gushing a little over all things apple ...

S9 E5: What if I'm Alone? Homesteading as a Single Person

May 16, 2022 10:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Today I’m talking to 67-year-old Cheri, who is running a 20-acre homestead, complete with milk cows, goats, sheep, chickens, gardens and more. And she’s doing it alone.  Cheri breaks down encouraging tips explaining how anyone can do this. I think you’ll love this episode. And Im pretty sure I want to be Cheri when I grow up. Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every part of our lives? Click now! https://www.the...

S9 E4: Homesteading as a High Schooler

May 09, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

What does it look like to homestead as a teen? What if you're a teen who longs to homestead, but your family doesn't own a farm? What are practical ways you can work towards your dream? Today Kayla Visser has some helpful, encouraging insights for you. Kayla was managing her own business at 9 (seriously) and many aspects of her family’s brand-new homestead at 13. Kayla has been a member of The Prairie Homestead team for years, helping run many aspects of our social media and website. And ...

S9 E4: Homesteading as a Teen

May 09, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MB

What does it look like to homestead as a teen? What if you're a teen who longs to homestead, but your family doesn't own a farm? What are practical ways you can work towards your dream? Today Kayla Visser has some helpful, encouraging insights for you. Kayla was managing her own business at 9 (seriously) and many aspects of her family’s brand-new homestead at 13. Kayla has been a member of The Prairie Homestead team for years, helping run many aspects of our social media and website. And ...

S9 E3: On Homesteading in the Desert & Blooming Where You're Planted

May 02, 2022 10:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MB

Join in as I chat with this husband and wife team, Chad & Tara Philipp, of She's Rooted Home, about how they managed to build a homestead in the Southern California Mohave desert. Surrounded by tumbleweeds, with Juniper berry bushes as the only occasional “greenery," they've built a thriving homestead. They share with me how they overcame the numerous obstacles of life in such a dry, arid climate, explaining that success is really all about changing your perspective and living the life you ...

S9 E2 - Homesteading During the Golden Years: Is it Possible?

April 25, 2022 10:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MB

Today's guest, Kathi Rodgers of Oakhillhomestead.com, not only encourages us that it is possible to homestead effectively throughout the retirement years, but she gives us practical tips to downsizing wisely, and effectively tweaking the way you do things, as you look toward homesteading during the golden years. Where you can find Kathi : oakhillhomestead.com facebook.com/OakHillHomestead instagram.com/oakhillhomestead Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, d...

S9 E1: Homesteading with Littles: Strategies from a Experienced Mama

April 18, 2022 10:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MB

From jogging strollers to dandelions, this episode we're breaking down lots of ways to see things differently when you're homesteading with littles, how to make them a team member on your homestead early on, and why you can expect your kids to rise to the occasion. Find my beef here: Genuine Beef Co. Learn more about Freedom Foundry here ---> http://freedomfoundry.us Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of every pa...

S8 E11 - Season Wrap Up

March 28, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

It's calving season, I'm deep into writing book #2 (this one isn't a cookbook), and I thought it was time to catch you up on some things. In this episode we'll talk about what's going on with me and social media lately, why I've been craving deep dives into meaty topics, what I'm reading currently, and (drum roll please!) the exciting theme of next season here on the podcast. I think you're gonna love this! Learn more about Freedom Foundry here ---> http://freedomfoundry.us/ Ready to join...

S8 E10: Magical Animal Fats with Michelle Visser

March 21, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MB

Join me as I sit down with one of my very favorite persons, Michelle Visser. Michelle's family raises pigs on their New England farm. (In fact, reach out to Michelle if you're looking for a great source of pasture-raised pork in the New Hampshire area.) Michelle is also a published author and my Marketing & Project Manager (pretty much one of my right hands on The Prairie Homestead team). Michelle and I get a little starry-eyed and do a deep dive into two good animal fats today. We break...

S8 E9: Solving Sourdough: The Science Behind What Works with Karyn Newman

March 14, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MB

Today we're diving deep into the unseen world of sourdough microbes. Karyn Newman, author of the new book Sourdough by Science, personifies the many parts of our sourdough starters and explains the chemistry happening in our kitchens to help us make perfect sourdough loaves. Every time. Find out the best time to feed your starter, why the fridge is your starter's friend,  and what character in your starter is the most important one (and how to care for it best). Even learn how to convert...

S8 E8: Are Vegetables Bad for You? with Justin Rhodes

March 07, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MB

Today we're talking about meat in a way we haven't before here on the podcast.  My good friend, Justin Rhodes, is sitting down with me to talk about his version of what some people might call the carnivore diet, or the zero carb diet. Basically, we're talking about what it looks like to eat an exclusively animal-based diet. We're debunking casseroles,  joking about cabbage killers, talking about chickens as gardeners, and agreeing that neither of us are fans of tongue tacos. Check out Jus...

S8 E7: Demystifying Grocery Ingredients with Karalynne Call

February 28, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

With my guest today, certified nutritionist Karalynne Call, we’re breaking down the details you need to know about the ingredients you find on the grocery store shelves. We discuss many red flags to watch for and a great rule of thumb for someone just starting out on this effort to choose the best ingredients. Karalynne Call is a mom of 6 who began her own health journey 15 years ago after battling severe depression. She launched her own successful line of clean products in 2019 and offers ...

S8 E6: The Ultimate EGG Episode with Lisa Steele

February 21, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

With today’s guest, Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily, we’re taking a deep dive into farm fresh eggs and talking about all the elephants in the coop, so to speak. We chat about salmonella. We discuss the flaws to the float test, what an egg’s bloom really is, what about fresh eggs bring out our angry side, Lisa’s favorite way to preserve eggs (and why she doesn’t do it often), the down side of refrigerated eggs, and lots more egg topics. Find Lisa at Fresh Eggs Daily and under the same name o...

S8 E5: Down and Dirty Meal Planning with Lisa Bass

February 14, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to be chatting with a long-time friend, Lisa Bass, of Farmhouse on Boone.  Lisa talks about how she lived the farm life while living in town. And how she cooked like a homesteader before she even owned a farm. And Lisa and I delve deep into a topic that has always been a thorn in my side. Lisa breaks down the secrets behind her meal planning, how she’s developed a system of routines that works well for her large family. We chat about our family’s staple mea...

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