Pioneering Today
436 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 21 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 592 ratingsPioneering Today is all about getting back to basics, simple living, and self-sufficiency with old-fashioned skills and wisdom in a modern world. With heirloom gardening, canning, preserving the harvest, from scratch cooking, raising your own food, including livestock (backyard chickens, pigs, and cattle), natural medicine, herbs, DIY like soap making along with living a simple self-sufficient life, no matter where you live. Hosted by 5th generation homesteader, Melissa K. Norris, author of The Made-from-Scratch Life. This podcast brings you the conversation from MelissaKNorris.com and The Pioneering Today Academy, with Q&A's, teaching, tutorials, and always giving you practical ways and tips to live the simple and self-sufficient life.
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EP: 427 Save Big on Animal Feed: Historical Fodder for Today w/ Deanne Converse
April 19, 2024 03:00 - 48 minutes - 67.2 MBJoin me with my guest Deanne Converse as we discuss ways to become more self-sustainable with our livestock feed costs. Deanne is sharing her years of experience in feeding livestock without the feed store. With the rise in feed costs over the past few years, this is one podcast you won’t want to miss. We’re not only talking about how to feed cattle, but chickens, pigs, sheep, goats and more. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/427. ...
EP: 426 Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics): Livestock
April 12, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBJoin me as I continue on in this Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics). Today’s episode is all about the basics of raising livestock, and I’ll heavily focus on cattle. If you’ve ever wanted to raise your own grass-fed, grass-finished beef then this is the podcast for you. I’m giving you all the basics you need in today’s episode, plus many links for additional resources. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/426. This post is ...
EP: 425 Seed Freedom & Resilience Why Open Pollinated Is More Important than Ever Siskiyou Seeds
April 05, 2024 03:00 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBJoin me and my guest, Don Tipping from Siskiyou Seeds as we discuss the history of seeds and seed saving and how it’s changed over the past 100 years. Our conversation takes a deep dive into how seed companies source their seed (this may surprise you!) and how to know you’re getting quality seeds with the exact characteristics you want. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit https://melissaknorris.com/425. This post is sponsored by Azure Standard. If you’re in...
EP: 424 Growing Fruit Trees Fast with Susan Poizner
March 29, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBJoin me and my guest, Susan Poizner, as we discuss the basics of growing fruit trees. With a few tips under your belt, you’ll know what fruit tree varieties will work best for your climate, when to plant your trees, and the nine tips for getting your fruit trees to grow fast! Susan also covers some mistakes to avoid when planting new fruit trees and we briefly cover how to protect your trees from disease (or rehabilitate neglected trees). For more information and any links mentioned in this ...
EP: 423 Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics): Gardening
March 22, 2024 03:00 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MBJoin me as I continue on in this Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics). Today’s episode is all about the basics of gardening. Which ultimately means understanding the basics of soil. You don’t have to be a soil expert, or a biochemist to understand how to know if your soil is good (or how to amend it, if needed). However, if you don’t pay attention to your soil quality, it doesn’t matter how many other gardening skills you acquire, you’ll continue to struggle if your soil quality is p...
EP: 422 The Medicinal Benefits of Mushrooms with Dr. Christopher Hobbs
March 15, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour - 92.9 MBJoin me for this podcast interview with Dr. Christopher Hobbs as we discuss the health benefits of mushrooms. The benefits are vast, and when you consider that you can easily grow mushrooms at home (or forage for them nearly everywhere), it gets even more exciting. Ever since I found healing from stomach acid and ulcers by changing the food I ate, I've continued down the rabbit hole of using our food and herbs as medicine. Join me with Dr. Hobbs as we discuss the best mushrooms for their med...
EP: 421 Growing Nut Trees on a Homestead Scale (What You Need to Know)
March 08, 2024 04:00 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MBOne of the crops that’s easily overlooked for growing a sustainable food source on the homestead is the nut tree. As with fruit trees, once a nut tree is established, it can produce food for your family for decades (and even generations) to come. Learn which nut trees are best for your homestead needs with David Hughes from Rock Bridge Trees. He’s sharing his best tips on nut tree care and maintenance, harvesting and even pest control. For more information and any links mentioned in this epi...
EP: 420 Homesteading 101: Back to the Basics Series
March 01, 2024 04:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBJoin me for this podcast series on Homesteading 101: Back to the Basics. We know countless people are joining this homesteading movement, and I would like to hold the door open and welcome you in. In this series we’ll be discussing the five pillars of homesteading: gardening, livestock, homestead cooking, preserving and herbal medicine. Though this series won't be a comprehensive step-by-step on how to start a homestead, it should help answer some of those basic questions many people have wh...
EP: 419 GMO Seeds & The Recent Changes You Need to Be Aware Of
February 23, 2024 04:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBFor the first time ever, genetically modified seeds have been made available to the common gardener for home use. I’ve been hearing from many home gardeners how excited they are to grow this new variety of tomato in their home garden, which to be honest, surprises me. Which makes me wonder if everyone knows exactly what GMO seeds are, and if we ought to be concerned? In today’s podcast, I’m diving into the nitty gritty of what classifies a seed as GMO, or Hybrid, or F1 Hybrid. I’m also expla...
EP: 418 What You NEED to Know About Bug Out Bags
February 16, 2024 04:00 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBAre you under the impression that you live in a pretty secure area, free of threats from natural disasters or wide-spread emergencies? I invite you to listen to today’s podcast and you may reconsider just how prepared you and your family are. Emergencies happen in the blink of an eye, and if you’re not ready, they can be catastrophic. Join me with Jeff Anderson from Warrior Life as he shares his knowledge of being prepared and how to pack a “bug out bag” (also known as a “go bag”). He’ll sha...
EP: 417 Don't Wait! Planning Your Medicinal Herb Garden
February 09, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBNow is the time to be thinking about your medicinal herb gardens. When planning to stock your herbal medicine cabinets, the planning starts well before harvest. Whether you’re growing your own medicinal herbs, just getting started with an herb garden, or purchasing herbs, tinctures, or other herbal remedies already made, now is the time to plan to stock up for the year. Come listen to this episode as I share my tips on how to plan, buy seeds, starts or cuttings, or purchase products from tru...
EP: 416 Truth About Meat Labels & Regenerative Farming with White Oak Pastures
February 02, 2024 04:00 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBWith meat labeling laws being changed right before our eyes, it's getting harder and harder to trust where our meat is coming from, and how it was raised and processed. Will Harris and his daughter Jenni from White Oak Pastures share the steps consumers can take to regain control over the food industry. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/416.
EP: 415 The Gut-Brain Connection w/ Dr. Mayer
January 26, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBLet's dive into the gut-brain connection and how to improve our gut for better overall health and wellness. If you've been around here for any length of time, you know we discuss the importance of our gut health. 70-80% of our gut health is located in our gut. So what we eat, food-wise, not only affects our digestion and overall health, but our immune system. The amazing thing is that it goes beyond our immune system because it impacts the way our brain communicates with all the other system...
EP: 414 Health Update & the Need for Margin in Our Lives
January 19, 2024 04:00 - 49 minutes - 68.6 MBThis week I’m sharing my health update (post surgery) as well as my battle with a 35 day virus(es). I’m also sharing my need for margin, and some of the health changes I’m making in 2024. If you find yourself nearing burnout, don’t wait until it finally happens to make necessary changes in your life. This is so important not only for mental health, but our physical health as well. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/414.
EP: 413 What Happens in Winter When You Double Your Cattle Herd
December 15, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBThis past week we were running our cattle herd through the system for getting tags (which helps track lineage), castration and overall wellbeing. Having a larger operation has meant some changes for these practices. If you’re thinking about raising cattle, I highly recommend you listen to today’s podcast as I’m sharing some of the differences between owning one, nine or 20+ head of cattle. I also discuss the differences between banding or cut castration and why we switched. For more informat...
EP: 412 The Nourishing Asian Kitchen with Sophia Eng
December 08, 2023 04:00 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBJoin me with Sophia Eng, author of The Nourishing Asian Kitchen, as we discuss her journey into homesteading, motherhood, homeschooling, blogging and becoming a cookbook author. No doubt you’ve heard of the Nourishing Traditions cookbook by Sally Fallon. Sophia took her inspiration from there and recreated over 100 traditional Asian recipes that had been passed down for generations in her family. But instead of using processed ingredients, she used only real whole foods. For more information...
EP: 411 My Health Update and Need for Surgery
November 17, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBAs promised, in today’s episode I’m spilling the beans on the health issues I’ve been having for the past few years. Turns out, what I thought was a damaged muscle turned out to be a tumor. By the time you’re hearing this, I should be happily recovering from surgery and will be sure to give you an update once I’m able. In this episode, I’m also sharing my frustrations about the broken medical system (hint: they match my frustrations about the broken food system) and sharing encouragement on ...
EP: 410 Our Broken Food System
November 10, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBI’ve been traveling for the past two weeks. In fact, in about a 14 day period, I was only home a few of those days. What I noticed was the huge lack of healthy food available in many parts of the United States. I’ve become quite accustomed to what’s available in my own slice of the world, and I can easily forget that not everyone has available to them what I do here. So what is it that we need to focus on today in order to fix our broken food system? Listen to this podcast episode and hear m...
EP 409: How Much $$ Can YOU REALLY Make Homesteading
October 27, 2023 03:00 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MBWelcome back to part two of my series on answering your questions. In today’s episode, I’m sharing a bit more of the “behind-the-scenes” of what it takes to run my business. From how much time per day I spend on my job, to how many people I have working with me. Plus how to create a homestead that can sustain itself financially and all the different ways that can look. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/409.
EP: 408 - Answering Your Questions: Homesteading Edition
October 19, 2023 23:00 - 44 minutes - 61.7 MBWelcome back to another episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast. In today’s episode, I’ll be answering your questions from social media. All these questions pertain to homesteading, so we’re calling this the “Homesteading Edition” and I’ll be back next week to answer more of your questions pertaining to the financial side of homesteading and running a business. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/408.
EP: 407 - Creating a No-Waste Kitchen w/ Mary's Nest
October 13, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBHave you ever wondered how people manage to grocery shop, cook from-scratch meals for their family, and have no waste coming out of their homes? They make it look so easy! Though it might not be easy, it is simple. Join me for today’s podcast with special guest, Mary Shrader from Mary’s Nest as we discuss the skills that were passed down to us from our parents who lived through the Great Depression. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/407.
EP: 406 Can You SAFELY Can Previously Frozen Foods?
October 06, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBHave you ever wondered if it’s safe to can previously frozen foods? I’m here to tell you it is, but with a few caveats. There are certain foods I wouldn’t feel comfortable canning after it has been frozen (and I’ll share why in the podcast), but there are also a few things you want to consider before tossing those precious veggies into the freezer. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/406.
EP: 405 Medicinal Herbs & Their Uses with Kaylee Richardson
September 15, 2023 03:00 - 52 minutes - 72.2 MBCome hang out with me and Kaylee Richardson (from The Honeystead) as we discuss our favorite medicinal herbs and their uses. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/405.
EP: 404 Herbal Secret - Do this Daily to Reduce Stress & Overwhelm
September 08, 2023 03:00 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBWhat is an adaptogen and why should you consider incorporating them into your daily routine? Learn about adaptogen herbs and how they can be used to help support your body on a daily basis, including what adaptogens to use, where to buy them, and how to use them. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/404.
EP: 402 Bridging Heritage and Health: Hunting 101
August 25, 2023 03:00 - 59 minutes - 81.9 MBJoin me for today’s episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast with hunting expert Chris Gilmour. For many, hunting brings up negative connotations or even sadness. My guest can completely understand that as he wasn't raised with hunting as I was. In fact, he was even a vegetarian for eight years! Listen in to this episode because we’re discussing all things hunting, from the various hunting styles, how much it costs to get into hunting, how to find the best places to hunt, and where you can jo...
EP: 401 Preserving Food When it's Too Hot to Can
August 18, 2023 03:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MBToday’s episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast is all about how to preserve food when it’s too hot to can (even canning outdoors). For many of us, August comes with some extreme heat. This isn’t always great for our garden, especially during the peak of the harvest. Learn how to make sure your harvest doesn’t go to waste and that you can preserve all that garden goodness without heating up your house in the process. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissa...
What is a Working Bee & How it's Relevant in Our Lives Today
August 11, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 113 MBToday’s episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast is a special one with a local friend of mine, Andrea. Andrea is co-host of the Ancestral Kitchen Podcast and is shedding light on a very interesting topic of a “working bee.” In today’s episode, she’s sharing what a working bee is, how it can be different based on whatever your particular interests or needs, and how they are extremely relevant and needed in today’s day and age. Have a listen because I think you’re going to find this episode ver...
EP: 403 Foraging for Wild Medicinal Herbs with Dr. Patrick Jones
August 04, 2023 03:00 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBJoin me for today’s episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast with Dr. Patrick Jones. He’s sharing his wisdom for harvesting, preserving and using wild medicinal herbs that can be found right in our own backyard. If you’re interested in herbal medicine, this is one episode you won’t want to miss. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/403.
Truth Behind Seed Oils & Pressing Your Own
August 04, 2023 03:00 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBToday’s episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast is with author Bevin Cohen. He’s spearheaded the movement for at home pressing of seed and nut oils and loves to share his years of knowledge and experience with us. If you’ve ever wondered about the health of seed oils, this podcast may surprise you! And, find out why I’ll be growing mamoth sunflowers in my garden next year! For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/399.
Lid Reuse, Sugar Secrets & More: Candid Conversations with Canning Pros
July 28, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBToday’s episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast is with master canning expert Georgia Varozza. She and I are discussing the ins and outs of safe canning, including questions such as reusing canning lids, sugar secrets, how to know if a canning recipe is safe, and so much more. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/398.
Behind the Scenes of the Modern Homesteading Conference
July 21, 2023 03:00 - 39 minutes - 54.7 MBJoin me for today’s Pioneering Today Podcast as I share some behind the scenes from the Modern Homesteading Conference. There were some crazy events that took place, and more than one miracle to share about. If you want to snag your early-bird tickets for next year’s conference, visit modernhomesteading.com and for more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit melissaknorris.com/397.
How to Take a Vacation From the Homestead
June 30, 2023 03:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBJoin me for today’s Pioneering Today Podcast as I discuss how to set yourself up for the possibility of taking a vacation from the homestead. This doesn’t happen overnight, and there are some systems you may need to get in place. However, from my own experience (and hearing from others) you’ll never regret getting these systems in place because they only make your own life easier for the future. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit: melissaknorris.com/396.
Freeze Dried vs. Dehydrated Food (Benefits and Drawbacks of Each)
June 23, 2023 03:00 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBJoin me for today’s Pioneering Today Podcast as I discuss the benefits and drawbacks of freeze dried vs. dehydrated food. What exactly are the differences between freeze-drying and dehydrating. Are there benefits that outweigh one from the other? Are there certain foods that should or shouldn't be preserved by these methods? Plus, learn the only foods that are shelf-stable when freeze-dried and how this can be a game changer when it comes to stocking a well-supplied pantry or long-term food ...
Electric Fence Netting (Everything You Need to Know) With Premier 1
June 15, 2023 12:00 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBJoin me for today’s Pioneering Today Podcast as I’m joined by Joe from Premier 1. We’re talking about everything you need to know to get started with electric fence netting. If you’ve been using netting for years, you’ll still want to catch today’s episode as there were tips I learned after three years of using this electric netting myself. We’re sharing tips for setting up nets to keep out specific predators, how much fence you need, the size of the energizer needed, battery life and so muc...
Pros & Cons of Electric Canners (Water Bath & Pressure)
June 09, 2023 03:00 - 28 minutes - 38.5 MBJoin me for today’s Pioneering Today Podcast as I discuss the pros and cons of home electric pressure and water bath canners. Are they safe? Should we trust them? How do we know whether to pressure or water bath can specific items? Are there items you cannot safely can? And whether or not you’ll find an electric canner in my kitchen. All this and more on today’s episode of the podcast. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit: melissaknorris.com/393.
Decision-Making Processes and New Happenings on the Farm
May 26, 2023 03:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBJoin me for today’s Pioneering Today Podcast as I catch you up on all the happenings around here, including some of the decision-making processes we go through to determine the livestock we'll raise each year and whether or not we’re raising pigs again. I’m also sharing some fun updates on the Norris Farmstead and ways you can get involved with either a Farm Stay, or some in-person workshops this year. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit: melissaknorris.com/392.
Decoding mRNA in Meat: Essential Insights and Unleashing the Secrets to Budget-Free Meat Marketing
May 18, 2023 17:58 - 58 minutes - 79.9 MBJoin me for today’s podcast with guest Joel Salatin as we discuss mRNA in livestock and how that translates into our food supply. Learn how “organic” doesn’t mean you’re safe from vaccines in your food. Plus hear Joels top two tips for how we can take an active role in raising our own livestock, or sourcing from local farmers using his motto, “Know your farmer, know your food.” For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit: melissaknorris.com/391.
The A2 Advantage: Unpacking the Health Benefits of A2 Milk
May 12, 2023 03:00 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBIn today’s podcast, my guest Katie Millhorn from Millhorn Farmstead in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho is sharing her knowledge of A2 raw milk and it’s healing and transformative power. She’s seen first hand the healing it can have on a person with an autoimmune disease, and now owns and operates one of the largest raw milk dairy farms in Idaho with her family. She’s also my partner for the Modern Homesteading Conference that will be held in North Idaho this year (June/July 2023). Get tickets here http...
Unlocking Beef Liver: How to Mask the Taste and Reap the Nutritional Benefits
May 05, 2023 03:00 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBIn today’s podcast, my guest Stephanie Haglund from The Rancher’s Homestead and I are discussing the various ways to consume beef liver and mask the taste to reap the amazing health and nutritional benefits. Both Stephanie and I had to learn the hard way from eating a standard American diet which led to severe health issues. It’s our hope to share our stories so you don’t have to learn the hard way. Come learn all about this nutrient-dense superfood and what it can do for you and your health...
Essential Skills for the Modern Homesteader
April 28, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 83.7 MBOne of the most commonly asked questions I get is how does someone start homesteading. I get this question from people who already have their forever homestead, and from people who don’t yet have that property. Truth be told, there’s a LOT you can be doing to prepare yourself for this modern homesteading lifestyle right now, no matter where you live. From an apartment in the city, to 40 acres on a homestead, there are skills you can be learning and mastering that will bring you in to this mo...
The Freedom to Learn: Finding Common Ground Between Homeschooling and Public Schooling for Homesteading Families featuring Kodi Hanner
April 21, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBHomeschooling, though once a very unconventional method of schooling, has seen a comeback in the past few years. Join me in today’s podcast episode with Kody Hanner, from The Homestead Education, where we discuss the various methods of schooling our children. We’ll look at the differences of public school vs. homeschool and why no two homeschools look the same. And we’ll also discuss Kody’s curriculum that she’s written for homeschooling and non-homeschooling families alike. For more informa...
Surviving and Thriving: How to Create a Survival Garden That Feeds Your Family
April 14, 2023 03:00 - 48 minutes - 66.2 MBHave you ever heard of a “survival garden?” For some, this term evokes fear and a sense of doom and gloom… but in reality, survival gardens are simply what the majority of people grew in the backyard just a few generations ago. So what is a survival garden? What crops should be planted in one, and how do we start one ourselves? If you’ve asked yourself any of these questions, then this podcast episode is for you. For more information and any links mentioned in this episode, visit: melissakno...
How America's Lost Apples Are Being Saved for Future Generations
April 07, 2023 03:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBIf you've ever wanted to grow heirloom apple varieties in an apple orchard or even learn how to graft your own apple trees on your homestead, this podcast episode is for you! Join me with Nikki Conley from Athol Orchards Antique Apple Farm as she shares about the unique history of apple varieties in America. From heirloom varieties to feral and domesticated apples, we’re diving in deep. I’m also excited to announce that Nikki will be a speaker at the first annual Modern Homesteading Conferen...
The Case for Natural Cheese Making & Clabber w/ Robyn Jackson
March 31, 2023 03:00 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBHave you wondered what natural cheese making is and how it differs from making cheese with store-bought cultures? Have you ever heard of “clabber”? And have you ever thought cheese-making to be similar to making sourdough bread? Join me in this podcast with Robyn Jackson from Cheese From Scratch as she shares her years of knowledge with us on making cheese naturally, from scratch, without store-bought cultures. For more information, where you can find Robyn, and any links mentioned in this e...
Orchard Planning to Keep Pests Out (Live Coaching Call)
March 24, 2023 03:00 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBToday’s podcast is another live coaching call with Michelle, a member of the Pioneering Today Academy. When planning to put in a fruit or berry orchard, there are some tips you'll want to know about ahead of time. Join me on this live coaching call as we discuss how to move forward planning a fruit tree and berry bush orchard as well as how to keep the fruit safe from pests. Also, the doors are currently open for the Pioneering Today Academy so jump on over and join us (if you missed the ope...
Creating a Simple & Effective Medicinal Herb Garden in Limited Space
March 17, 2023 03:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBToday’s podcast is another live coaching call with Maddie, a member of the Pioneering Today Academy. We’re discussing how to plan which herbs to grow in a medicinal herb garden as well as the properties of different herbs that match her needs. If you'd like access to the academy to learn to grow your own herbs & safely create a natural medicine cabinet from custom blended teas, tinctures, herbal salves & soaps, be sure to sign up for the Pioneering Today Academy waitlist so you're notified w...
Homesteading With Special Needs Children
March 10, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBThough not all of us are homesteading with special needs children, it's likely that many of us know someone who is. In this podcast, my good friend Rachel is sharing her tips on raising a special needs child on the homestead. If you're a parent with a newly diagnosed child with special needs it can be hard to know exactly where to start. How to talk to family and friends about your child and how to express their needs. For any links mentioned in this episode, be sure to check out the blog po...
Land Sabbaths and Baking Consistently Good Bread (Live Coaching Call)
March 03, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBYou may be wondering how baking consistently good bread and land sabbaths come together into one episode of a podcast. That's the beauty of a live coaching call! Today I’m interviewing Britnay, a member of the Pioneering Today Academy. We’re diving into the science behind land sabbaths, as well as troubleshooting the issues she’s been having while baking homemade bread. For any links and additional information, be sure to check out the blog post here: melissaknorris.com/380
9 Simple Steps to Grow an Abundance!
February 24, 2023 04:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBLearn to grow your best garden ever with these nine simple steps for growing an abundance of food. If you’re new to gardening, or just need to take your gardening skills and knowledge to the next level, this podcast is for you. Be sure to check out the corresponding blog post for additional tips and links to everything mentioned in this podcast at melissaknorris.com/379. Also be sure to check out my Backyard Gardening Systems course here.
Troubleshooting Chicken Health & Best Herbs for Chickens (Live Coaching Call)
February 17, 2023 04:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBToday’s podcast is a live coaching call with Pioneering Today Academy member, Joan. Joan is fairly new to raising a flock of 12 backyard egg-laying chickens. She’s looking for tips on how to protect her flock from “bully” chickens. What she can grow in the garden to help supplement her chickens feed and improve their health. As well as whether or not chickens can be raised indoors (due to some changing ordinances in her neighborhood). For answers to all these questions, as well as the show n...