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Managing Time & Balancing Personal Life and Business Life - Farm Startup - Episode 8

Farm Small Farm Smart - April 26, 2024 09:30 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 245 ratings
In this episode, Diego and Alec talk about balancing personal life and farm life, all while managing time and navigating a path toward full-time farming. They touch on potentials and hypotheticals for hiring out labor on the farm, whether or not to stay a part-time farm, as well as financial goa...

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EP: 428 Start Using These NOW for Your Animals | Herbal Remedies for Livestock & Animals w/ Doc Jones

Pioneering Today - April 26, 2024 03:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 592 ratings
I know last week I said I’d be taking a break from podcasting, and while that’s still true, I just couldn’t leave you all hanging for three whole weeks. So this week and next week I have a couple of special podcast episodes that originally aired as video interviews over on YouTube with Dr. Patri...

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Marjory Wildcraft from The Grow Network

Prepping Academy - April 23, 2024 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 109 ratings
Wartime Homefront Essential Skills FREE 10-part Masterclass! https://preppernet.com/skills For more than 20 years, Marjory Wildcraft has been the female leader in survival and preparedness. Her passion has been to figure out the best ways to keep your family fed when the trucks have stopped, th...

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S14 E16: Cracking the Code of Whole Wheat Sourdough

Old Fashioned On Purpose - April 22, 2024 08:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratings
Sourdough bread made with freshly-milled flour. It's many a homesteader's dream, but those whole wheat loaves can easily turn into a nightmare if you're not prepared.  I am so excited to be joined by Mary of The Rose Homestead in today's episode. She's mastered the art of baking light, fluffy l...

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Hannah Maloney - Love, small potato fame and putting yourself in the way of opportunities

Futuresteading - April 21, 2024 21:00 - 46 minutes
Join Jade and the tall, smiling pink haired  gem as she ponders the many right ways of doing things - when care, intellect & heart goes into the building of skills, earth care & people care we need to honour the effort which is more important than the approach taken.  Learn why she actively puts...

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Equipment Challenges and Crop Pricing - Farm Startup - Episode 7

Farm Small Farm Smart - April 19, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 245 ratings
In this episode, Diego and Alec talk about equipment challenges and crops. Farmer Alec first shares his experience dealing with wash-pack constraints while preparing a wholesale order. Afterward, Diego and Alec into selecting which crops to grow, which crops Alec is excited for and crops that di...

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EP: 427 Save Big on Animal Feed: Historical Fodder for Today w/ Deanne Converse

Pioneering Today - April 19, 2024 03:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 592 ratings
Join 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 t...

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Dr. Joseph Alton and Amy Alton, from Doom and Bloom Part II

Prepping Academy - April 18, 2024 10:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★ - 109 ratings
Dr. Joseph Alton and Amy Alton, from Doom and Bloom - Part II - Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy Your podcast features interviews with Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy from Doom and Bloom, where you delve into compelling medical and survival topics. Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy, known experts in the field, share thei...

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Into the Grouse Woods: Expert Insights and Tactics for Successful Hunts with Jake Perry

Year of Plenty Podcast - April 17, 2024 23:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 211 ratings
This episode is a conversation with upland bird hunting guide Jake Perry, owner of Superior Upland LLC. Jake specializes in ruffed grouse hunting and this species is the focus of this episode. Episode Overview: Jake's love for upland birds and why he decided to become a guide Ruffed Grouse Hu...

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S14 E15: Confessions of a Fun Hater

Old Fashioned On Purpose - April 15, 2024 08:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratings
Ever been accused of being a "fun hater?" If so, you're not alone. In fact, it seems to be a common trait in those of us drawn towards old-fashioned things.  Find out the difference between fun vs. flow and why your fun-hating ways may actually be a superpower. Podcast Episode Highlights Perc...

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Laughing Your Way to Well-Being

Joyfully Prepared - April 15, 2024 04:05 - 20 minutes
Here's what to expect on the podcast: Wendi's ER visit that served as a wake-up call to prioritize self-care and well-being. What are the benefits of joy and laughter? The importance of expressing love to loved ones while they're still present. Incorporate movement and reading into your dail...

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What shade of green are you? with Dr Kate Luckins

Futuresteading - April 14, 2024 21:00 - 52 minutes
Dr Kate Luckins asks what shade of green are you? The answer is of little consequence and will most certainly ebb with the hokey poke of life - finding your own shade, in your own way is the secret…along with an audit or two of your cupboards, sheds, fridge and mind.   With a doctorate in susta...

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Dr. Joseph Alton and Amy Alton, from Doom and Bloom Part I

Prepping Academy - April 12, 2024 15:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★ - 109 ratings
Dr. Joseph Alton and Amy Alton, from Doom and Bloom - Part I - Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy Your podcast features interviews with Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy from Doom and Bloom, where you delve into compelling medical and survival topics. Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy, known experts in the field, share their...

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Choosing a Farm Business Model - Farm Startup - Episode 6

Farm Small Farm Smart - April 12, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 245 ratings
In this episode, Diego and Alec delve into the thought process behind choosing a farm business model, going beyond and touching on market fit, other additional sales avenues, and pricing. Farmer Alec also talks about selling produce to a wholesaler for the first time, as well as his experience s...

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EP: 426 Homesteading 101 Series (Back to the Basics): Livestock

Pioneering Today - April 12, 2024 03:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 592 ratings
Join 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 a...

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S14 E14: How to Live Off-Grid in a Tiny Cabin

Old Fashioned On Purpose - April 08, 2024 08:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratings
Note: Due to privacy reasons, Reesa has deleted her website. Even though I live ON-grid with electricity and running water, sometimes I day-dream about what it'd be like to live completely off-grid in a tiny cabin. And today's guest does exactly that!  This conversation with Reesa of Morning S...

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Matthieu Mehuys - Garden of Your Dreams

Joyfully Prepared - April 08, 2024 04:05 - 41 minutes
Here's what to expect on the podcast: Matthieu's background and what initially sparked his passion for nature and gardening. How does mimicking nature's principles in garden design contribute to creating a more sustainable and resilient ecosystem? The key benefits of consuming homegrown produ...

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Kirsten Bradley Brings us back for season 9 - 'HUDDLE'

Futuresteading - April 07, 2024 20:00 - 51 minutes
Kirsten Bradley is one half of permacultures favourite educators MILKWOOD and she joins us as our opening night (very early morning actually) star in the spectacular line up of season nine guests. We've had her in our ears before but not since she crossed Bass Straight to set up home and releas...

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Budgeting - Farm Startup - Episode 5

Farm Small Farm Smart - April 05, 2024 09:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 245 ratings
In this episode, Diego talks to farmer Alec Smith about the budgeting aspect of building out a farm business. They go over time management when it comes to administrative tasks, budgeting for equipment and infrastructure, as well as the challenges of spending and investing wisely while operating...

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Vertical Gardening Strategies and Inspirations for Small Spaces

Year of Plenty Podcast - April 05, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 211 ratings
Are you looking to grow veggies in a small space? Join Poldi and Lindey as they discuss their gardening plans at their new apartment. Many renters decide not to grow food, because of limited grow space. But it is possible! In this episode, you will learn how Poldi and Lindey have grown squash an...

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EP: 425 Seed Freedom & Resilience Why Open Pollinated Is More Important than Ever Siskiyou Seeds

Pioneering Today - April 05, 2024 03:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 592 ratings
Join 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 seed...

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Food Preps 2.0 - with author Shelby Gallagher of Prepping 2.0 Podcast

Prepping Academy - April 04, 2024 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 109 ratings
In this episode of the Prepping Academy podcast, host Forrest Garvin interviews Shelby Gallagher, a renowned podcaster, author, and partner with Glen Tate on the Prepping 2.0 podcast. Gallagher and Tate have recently co-authored a comprehensive guide titled "Food Preps 2.0," which serves as the ...

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The Risks in Growing Microgreens in Compost

Farm Small Farm Smart Daily - April 03, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 217 ratings
In this episode, long-time microgreens grower Chris Thoreau and farmer Max Becher discuss the potential health risks with growing microgreens in pure compost.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo...

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New Crops & Focus Crops

Farm Small Farm Smart Daily - April 02, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 217 ratings
In this episode, the Lean Farmer Ben Hartman talks about how he being consistent with his focus crops.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.com/paperpotco Podcasts by Di...

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SEASON 7: Ep1: Voices of The Winter Conference

NOFA Podcast - April 02, 2024 01:53 - 35 minutes
This episode is a culmination of voices and stories of our NOFA community members that visited the in person Winter Conferences.  For those of you who don’t already know, most of the NOFA state chapters host an annual Winter Conference.  Some are jam packed single days, others are weekend long i...

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S14 E13: How to Bring a Sourdough Starter Back from the Dead

Old Fashioned On Purpose - April 01, 2024 08:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 1.6K ratings
It's no secret-- I am an unfit sourdough parent. I often forget to feed it and I regularly leave it in my fridge for 8 months at a time. Yet-- even through my sourdough faux paus, I'm able to maintain a starter that creates delicious bread and more.  In today's episode I'm confessing my sourdou...

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George Siegal - Building Resilient Homes for Uncertain Times

Joyfully Prepared - April 01, 2024 04:05 - 38 minutes
Here's what to expect on the podcast: What causes flooding in certain areas? How will you know if the property is a flood-prone area? Things you should consider before buying a house. Why is flood insurance important for homeowners? And much more!   About George: As a former weatherman a...

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Creating SOPs and Checklists

Farm Small Farm Smart Daily - March 31, 2024 11:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 217 ratings
In this episode, long-time microgreens grower Chris Thoreau and farmer Jordan MacPhee talk about creating standard operating procedures and checklists for tasks on the farm.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Fo...

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5 Lessons Learned from Beek Meet 2024

Small Scale Life Podcast - March 30, 2024 16:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 26 ratings
Happy Spring, everyone! In this 222nd Episode of the Small Scale Life Podcast, I am going to discuss attending my first Beekeeper Conference called Beek Meet 2024 and 5 Lessons Learned from Beekeepers at the conference. While I am not a beekeeper, I found the conference incredibly interesting, ed...

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Breeding Plants for Multiple Disease Resistance

Farm Small Farm Smart Daily - March 30, 2024 10:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 217 ratings
In this episode, plant scientist Dr. Robert Pyne talks about the work that goes into breeding multiple disease resistance in plants.  Make farming easier with the Paperpot Transplanter and Other Farm Efficiency Tools and Equipment at Modern Grower. Follow PaperpotCo on IG https://instagram.c...