Everyday Homesteading
By: Homesteading Family
Language: en-us
Categories: Leisure, Home, Garden, Education, Arts
Desperate to grow, cook, and preserve real food for your family in only 5-10 hours a week, but stuck as a new homesteader looking for practical, tried and true methods that work? You wanted those pantry shelves filled yesterday, but the more you try, the more it seems a distant pipe dream. Online content is filled with impractical, untried homesteading advice, which wastes your precious time and money.Everyday Homesteading steps in with practical, tested solutions, cutting through the chaos with clear plans tailored for busy beginners to reclaim your family’s health and independence through gardening, raising livestock, fresh sea...
Episodes
The Biggest Grid We Escaped (It Wasn’t Power)
Jan 10, 2026A lot of people talk about going off-grid. But what if off-grid living isn’t just about power and water, but about freedom from systems that quietly run your life?
In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Burkinshaw from the Gridlessness YouTube channel to talk about what gridlessness really means. Jeff shares how his family moved from suburban life to a remote homestead in the Canadian wilderness, not out of fear, but out of a deep desire to live with intention.
We talk about
• redefining what it means to be “...
What We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves About Starting to Homestead
Jan 03, 2026After more than 20 years of homesteading, we are looking back and sharing what we wish we had known when we first started.
In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, we talk honestly about the mistakes we made, the pressure to do everything at once, and the lessons that helped us find a more peaceful, sustainable rhythm. From gardening and kitchen skills to land size, infrastructure, and people-first priorities, this conversation is full of perspective for anyone feeling overwhelmed on their homesteading journey.
Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve been at this for years, we h...
Our Year of Rest on the Homestead
Dec 27, 2025What does a “Year of Rest” actually look like on a working homestead?
In this episode, we’re reflecting on our decision to slow down over the past year, what changed, what stayed the same, and what surprised us along the way. We share how cutting big projects brought more margin into our days, why rest doesn’t mean the work disappears, and how an unplanned cabin build for the next generation fit into our bigger vision.
This is an honest, end-of-year conversation about pace, sustainability, and having the courage to adjust before burnout forces it.
<... Duration: 00:43:10Finding Peace in the Quiet Season: How to Rest After the Rush
Dec 20, 2025If you have ever found yourself saying, “This winter, we’ll finally rest,” you are not alone. Josh and I have joked about it for years, imagining a slower season that somehow never quite arrives on its own.
In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, I’m sharing what I’ve been learning about real rest. Not just getting more sleep, but the kind of deep, soul-level rest that brings clarity, peace, and renewed purpose. The kind of rest that helps you remember your why.
We talk about why rest never happens by accident, how much control we...
Duration: 00:24:19Think a Dairy Cow Will Tie You Down? Here’s the Truth.
Dec 13, 2025Welcome back to Everyday Homesteading. Today I’m sitting down with two people I deeply respect and always enjoy talking with, Shawn and Beth Dougherty. If you have ever wondered whether a family milk cow actually fits into a busy modern homestead, or if you’ve been feeling that tug toward a simpler, more land-rooted way of feeding your family, this conversation is for you.
Shawn and Beth have spent more than twenty-five years raising a large family, stewarding rough Appalachian ground, and building a thriving homestead centered around the grass-fed family cow. Their new book, One...
Duration: 00:58:16Mistakes We Made This Year… and What We Learned From Them
Dec 06, 2025Mistakes happen on every homestead, and today we are sharing some of our biggest ones from the past year so you can learn right alongside us. Whether it is garden chaos, livestock mishaps, or ignoring that little voice of intuition, these lessons are part of growing wiser and more resilient on the homestead.
We are also chatting about winter prep, homeschool rhythms, fruit flies in the pantry, and a few behind–the–scenes stories from life here at Riverbend. Grab a warm drink and join us for some real talk about what went wrong and how we are...
How to Make Your Own Cheesemaking Cultures at Home
Nov 29, 2025Learn how to make cheese the traditional way using natural raw milk cultures like clabber, kefir, and backsplash whey.
In this conversation with Robyn Jackson from Cheese From Scratch, we dig into how to create and maintain your own starter cultures, how to troubleshoot clabber that smells a little funky, and how to use these cultures to make everything from cream cheese to aged wheels.
This episode covers:
• What clabber is and why it was used for generations
• How to build and maintain a healthy clabber culture
• How kefir can work as a s...
What We've Learned About Contentment
Nov 22, 2025In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, we open up about cultivating contentment in every season of our homestead life. It's easy to feel grateful when everything is going smoothly, but true contentment is often built in the hard moments.
Today, we talk about choosing gratitude, navigating overwhelm, balancing the desire to grow with the ability to rest, and finding joy in whatever season you are in.
✅ For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/cultivating-contentment-on-the-homestead/
✅ Get all our favorite sausage recipes here: https://classes.homesteadingfamily.com/pl/2148622418
✅ Learn how to render...
The #1 Mistake that RUINS Dehydrated Food
Nov 15, 2025If you’ve ever wondered how to rehydrate dehydrated food so it actually tastes good, this episode is for you! Join me with guest Darcy Baldwin from The Purposeful Pantry as we share our best tips for dehydrating and rehydrating food for everyday use, not just for emergencies.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to rehydrate vegetables, fruits, and meats for soups, casseroles, and skillet meals
✅ Why dehydrating is one of the easiest, most affordable long-term food storage methods
✅ When to blanch vegetables before dehydrating
✅ How to use green powders and veggie powders to boost everyday nut...
Your Winter Pantry Plan: Feeling Ready, Not Rushed | Everyday Homesteading
Nov 08, 2025We’re in that cozy shoulder season where the garden is winding down, the last jars are cooling on the counter, and the big question creeps in, did we do enough?
In this episode, we're talking about how our family prioritizes filling the pantry without burning out. We cover the calm power of buying staples in bulk, simple preservation that fits your real life, and the secret weapon that gets us through winter even without a root cellar, think potatoes, squash, onions, apples, all stored smart. We also share the weekly rhythms that keep the pantry peaceful, li...
Duration: 00:34:45A Green Beret's Guide to a REAL Survival Garden (With Sam Coffman)
Nov 01, 2025What would it really take to feed your family if the grocery stores closed tomorrow? In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, Josh talks with survival expert and herbalist Sam Coffman, author of Survival Gardening: Grow Your Own Emergency Food Supply, about how to build a garden that truly sustains life.
Learn how to choose calorie-dense crops, build living soil, and use every layer of your garden for maximum yield. Sam shares practical steps to start small (whether you’re growing in a backyard, raised bed, or apartment balcony) and explains why community resilience is just as...
Duration: 00:51:35Your Fall Wellness Checklist: Small Daily Habits to Stay Strong This Season
Oct 25, 2025As the seasons change, our bodies need a little extra care to stay balanced and healthy. In this episode, I’m sharing how our family supports our immune systems with simple, time-tested rhythms instead of quick fixes.
From bone broth and fermented foods to elderberry syrup and herbal teas, these are the habits that keep us thriving through fall and winter.
You’ll learn how to build a natural wellness routine that fits into your daily life, not one that adds more overwhelm. I’ll also share my favorite seasonal herbs, tips for clean indoor air, an...
Duration: 00:35:18The Silent Killer That is Ruining Your Garden
Oct 18, 2025If your garden struggled this year — plants wilting, pests taking over, and harvests falling short — don’t lose heart. The problem isn’t your green thumb… it’s your soil. 🌱
In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, we are going back to the basics and talking about the foundation of every healthy, productive garden: living soil.
We’ll walk you through the six essential elements your soil needs to thrive, from minerals and organic matter to moisture, oxygen, and microbial life, and share practical steps you can take to build healthy, vibrant soil right where you are. Yo...
Duration: 00:33:00Why Homesteaders Fail
Oct 18, 2025Why do so many homesteaders quit before they ever see their gardens thrive or their shelves fill with home-canned food?
In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, I sit down with my friend Melissa K. Norris to talk honestly about burnout, expectations that don’t match real life, and the simple habits that make homesteading sustainable.
We share personal stories, the mistakes we made, and the practical rhythms that helped us keep going. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, I want this conversation to remind you that homesteading is not about perfection. It is about purpose, persistence, and th...
Duration: 00:38:47Every Home Canner Needs To Know These Things
Oct 18, 2025In this episode of Everyday Homesteading, we're taking the fear out of canning and putting confidence back in your kitchen. If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve tried so many tutorials and still don’t feel like I actually know what I’m doing,” or “I’m terrified I’ll waste good food or make my family sick,” this one is for you. I'm breaking canning safety down into simple, step-by-step principles so you can stock your shelves with jars you trust.
What we cover
Why a sealed lid alone does not equal safe food, and what actua... Duration: 00:30:24The Top Ways to Homestead on a Budget
Oct 18, 2025Let’s talk about starting homesteading when money is tight and time is even tighter. In this Everyday Homesteading episode, we show you how to begin right where you are, in the kitchen, and build skills that naturally grow into gardens, livestock, and a well-stocked pantry. No acreage required, no 40 extra hours a week, no influencer-level gear.
In this episode:
• Why every homestead should start in the kitchen
• Budget homesteading 101, price-per-unit, and ingredient-based shopping
• Farmers markets, seconds boxes, and CSAs for nutrient-dense food on the cheap
• Preservation you can begin this week, from freezing and d...
5 Medicinal Weeds That Everyone Should Know
Oct 18, 2025Five “weeds,” tons of medicine. In today’s Everyday Homesteading episode, Carolyn sits down with herbalist Dr. Patrick Jones to unpack practical, safe uses for five common wild herbs: mallow/marshmallow/hollyhock (roots), plantain (leaf), burdock (root), stinging nettle (leaf/seed/root), and mullein (leaf/flower/root).
What you’ll learn:
Mallow family roots for soothing mucous membranes and calming “die lines” in stubborn woundsPlantain for punctures, drawing out toxins, and gentle gut supportBurdock root for liver, skin, and daily prebiotic benefitsStinging n... Duration: 00:52:40The End of The Pantry Chat
Sep 13, 2025We’ve got some BIG news to share with you! 🎉 After nearly seven years and more than 250 episodes, we’re wrapping up The Pantry Chat Podcast… but don’t worry, this isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of something new!
👉 Welcome to the Everyday Homesteading Podcast.
In this episode, we reflect on the heart behind the Pantry Chat, share what’s happening on the homestead right now, and reveal why we’re relaunching under a new name.
The mission hasn’t changed; we’re still here to encourage you, equip you with practical skills, and...
A Former Tech Insider's Warning About the Future
Sep 06, 2025In this episode of the Pantry Chat, I sit down with my friend Rory Groves from @thegrovestead to talk about his family’s journey from a tech career in the city to raising six kids on a homestead in Minnesota.
Rory’s story will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt the tug to get out of the rat race and build something lasting with their family. What started with a single tomato plant on a city balcony turned into a thriving homestead of gardens, orchards, and livestock. But more than that, it turned into a way of life...
The 3 Red Flags of Herbal Dosing (A Doctor's Guide)
Aug 30, 2025Do you ever wonder how to safely use herbal medicine at home? Whether it’s tinctures, teas, powders, or capsules, figuring out the right dose can feel a little overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out.
In this week’s Pantry Chat, I’m joined by Dr. Patrick Jones from HomegrownHerbalist.net to break it all down in a simple, practical way.
We’re covering:
🌿 The pros and cons of different herbal preparations (tinctures, teas, capsules, powders, and salves)
🌿 How to safely dose herbs for adults, children, and even animals
🌿 The three big safety che...
Heal Thyself! How HERBS + BEES = Powerful Remedies
Aug 23, 2025Honey is so much more than a sweetener... It’s medicine. In this episode of the Pantry Chat, I sit down with beekeeper and herbalist Kaylee Richardson from The Honeystead to explore how combining bee products like honey, propolis, and beeswax with herbs can take your natural remedies to the next level.
We’ll cover:
🌿 Why bees are the “original herbalists”
🍯 How honey makes herbal medicine more effective (and better tasting!)
🛡️ Using propolis as a powerful antimicrobial for throat sprays and salves
🧴 Beeswax’s role in healing salves and skin protection
🥄 Simple herbal honey remedies you c...
The Most Important Homesteading Skill (It's Not What You Think)
Aug 16, 2025It’s midsummer here on the homestead, and that means the harvest is rolling in, the to-do list is growing, and the kitchen floor is… sticky.
In this Pantry Chat, we're talking about:
🌱 What to plant now for a winter harvest (and why August is the perfect time)
🐛 How to deal with grasshopper invasions when you can’t keep chickens
🥬 The easiest way to grow lettuce without spending forever washing it
💛 Why gratitude changes everything when homestead life feels overwhelming
🌳 Lessons from our fruit trees about control—and learning to let go
Whether you’re...
The #1 Mistake When Preserving Herbs (And How to Avoid It)
Aug 09, 2025Want to preserve the fresh flavors of summer herbs to use all year long? In this video, I’m showing you how to make herbal oils and herbal vinegars, a simple, beginner-friendly way to infuse all that goodness into your pantry staples.
We’ll talk about how to safely make flavored oils (yes, there are safety concerns!), and how herbal vinegars are a perfect, safe project for kids and beginners. These make amazing salad dressings, cooking ingredients, and even homemade gifts!
🌿 In this video:
- When to use vinegar vs. oil
- Why you...
Is Your Homestead Truly Secure? (Must-Know Tips with Tim Eng)
Aug 02, 2025Is your homestead truly secure? In this Pantry Chat episode, I'm joined by Tim Eng (veteran, real estate agent, and fellow homesteader) to unpack the essentials of homestead security. From predator prevention and property layout to firearms training, fencing, alarms, and community defense, this is a must-watch for anyone serious about protecting their homestead.
👉 Topics covered:
- Practical ways to secure your home and barn
- How to build awareness and reduce vulnerability
- The role of firearms and defense training
- Why community is your best long-term security
- Mindset tips for...
Water Less, Grow More! 7 Water-Saving Garden Tips You NEED This Summer! 💦🌿
Jul 26, 2025Is your garden looking a little droopy in the August heat? 🌞 In this episode of The Pantry Chat, we’re sharing 7 water-saving gardening tips that will help you keep your garden alive and thriving, without running the sprinkler all day long.
From mulching and deep watering to smart irrigation, dry farming techniques, and choosing heat-tolerant plants, we’re covering the tried-and-true methods we’ve used in dry climates and here on our North Idaho homestead. Whether you're gardening in a drought or just want to be a better steward of your water, these tips will help you...
Duration: 00:26:34Reducing Summer Pest Pressure in the Garden (The Easy Way)
Jul 19, 2025In today’s episode, we dive into a summer gardening classic: how to manage insect pressure without chemicals, using simple, natural and organic pest control strategies you can start implementing today.
For more information on organic pest control, check out our blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/garden-pest-control/
In this episode, we cover:
🌿 Seasonal chit-chat: What’s thriving in our North Idaho garden: garlic scapes, raspberries, Napa cabbage, red currants, hops, asparagus, shallots, strawberries, and our first round of chicken processing.
🍽️ How we’re enjoying the harvest: kimchi, red currant syrup for breakfast cass...
Messy to Managed: Real-Life Kitchen Organization for Busy Moms
Jul 12, 2025In this episode, Carolyn sits down with Dana K. White of A Slob Comes Clean to talk all things kitchen and pantry organization—without the guilt, stress, or need to pull everything out first!
Dana shares her simple, realistic system for decluttering that actually works for busy homesteading families, including her “container concept,” how to let go of food no one’s going to eat, and why organizing isn’t about perfection—it’s about function.
For the full breakdown and extra resources, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-organize-a-kitchen/
Thanks to this week's s...
Duration: 00:52:48The Truth About Your Food: Ancient Grains vs Modern Wheat
Jul 05, 2025In this episode, Josh sits down with Jade Koyle of Grand Teton Ancient Grains to dive deep into the world of ancient grains like einkorn, emmer, and spelt. They discuss how regenerative agriculture practices not only rebuild soil health but also produce more nutrient-dense crops, leading to better health for your family and the planet.
Jade shares why ancient grains haven't been hybridized or altered like modern wheat, and how their original structure makes them easier to digest and more nourishing. Whether you're a homesteader, a baker, or simply want to make healthier choices in your kitchen...
Start Saving Seeds (Without a College Degree) Beginner Seed Saving
Jun 28, 2025Seed-saving is a homesteading skill that takes time and practice. Many feel intimidated and overwhelmed with what can feel like endless information on the topic, but with this seed saving for beginners guide, you can start with the basics.
You certainly don't need a college degree to get started with some seed saving on your homestead! For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/seed-saving-for-beginners/
Thanks to Amercian Blossom Linens for sponsoring this episode. Be sure to check them out and use coupon code "HOMESTEADINGFAMILY" for 20% off (and always free shipping)!: https://a...
My #1 Hack for Time Saving Food Preservation (From The History Books!)
Jun 21, 2025With the preservation season upon us, you may already be feeling the pressure to "get it all done" while also maintaining the home, the garden and the livestock... but what if I told you there's a secret hack for saving time when preserving food at home?
Join me for today's Pantry Chat podcast as I share my tips!
For more information on what our preserving year looks like, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/food-preservation-a-year-at-a-glance/
Grab your Modern Homesteading Conference tickets here (this link should get you 10% off!) https://modern-homesteading.myshopify...
Duration: 00:28:24Stretch Your Grocery Budget up to 60% with Zero Waste & Big Savings | Pantry Chat EP 241
Jun 14, 2025Join me with my guest, Amy Cross from The CrossLegacy, as we discuss how to properly harvest, wash, dry and store your produce so it lasts weeks (or months) longer!
Amy is filled with great tips, from how to know how to wash different types of produce to which items are "produce buddies" or "produce frienemies."
For more details, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-keep-fruit-fresh-longer/
Be sure to check out Amy's Zero Waste Produce Guide (use coupon code "Homesteading15" for 15% off) here: https://thecrosslegacyshop.com/
Thanks to Lehman's...
MOLD FREE COFFEE?! Unlocking Pure Coffee Bliss with Lore Coffee Roasters | Pantry Chat EP 240
Jun 07, 2025Good quality coffee is hard to come by, especially a blend that you can actually enjoy black. Join us in this podcast episode with Lore Coffee Roasters' Graysen and Nicholas as we dig deeper into what makes quality coffee, why sourcing is important, and how to know it's mold and mycotoxin free.
Give Lore Coffee a try with our custom half-caff blend and be sure to use coupon code "Homestead15" for 15% off your first purchase: https://homesteadingfamily.com/half-caff-coffee-blend
Check out Lore Coffee Roaster's other offerings here: https://loreroasters.com?ref=homesteading_family
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Simple Summer Herbal Remedies to Make Now to Be Ready for Summer
May 31, 2025With summer comes scrapes, burns, stings and bites. Let's prepare our herbal medicine cabinets now so we're armed and ready for the season! In this episode, I'm sharing three of my go-to remedies for the summer, including a calendula sunburn salve, plantain bug bite balm and a peppermint lemon cooling spray.
For the printable, step-by-step recipes, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-start-using-medicinal-herbs/
Thanks to Azure Standard for sponsoring this podcast. If you're a first-time customer, use code "HomesteadingFamily15" on orders of $100 or more: https://homesteadingfamily.com/main-azure-standard-b
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10 Surprising Foods I Freeze Dry (and 1 I’ll Never Try Again)
May 24, 2025If you're on the fence about buying a freeze dryer, these 10 surprising foods you can freeze dry may convince you to make that purchase. What foods can you freeze dry? Let us share our favorites with you!
For links to these tutorials, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/10-surprising-foods-you-can-freeze-dry/
Sign up for my freeze drying class, The Abundant Pantry: Freeze Drying here: https://classes.homesteadingfamily.com/the-abundant-pantry-freeze-drying-evergreen
Grab my book, Freeze Drying the Harvest here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/hl-freeze-drying-the-harvest
Grab your Harvest Right Freeze Dryer during their Mega May...
Secrets to Building a Thriving Homestead (with Justin Rhodes)
May 17, 2025Justin Rhodes joined Josh in this episode of the Pantry Chat to discuss recovery on the homestead after Hurricane Helene and homestead builds, which happen to be the topic of his new book.
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MORE ABOUT US!
WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our eleven children, we are The Homesteading Family where we’re living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideo
Grow, Preserve & Thrive with us!
Vis...
The 3 Essential Homestead Animals! You need these to be Resilient!! | Pantry Chat
May 10, 2025The chicken, the pig and the dairy cow! They're the three essential homestead animals for ultimate resiliency.
For more details and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/best-homestead-animals/
Thanks to Lehman's for sponsoring this podcast. Visit https://lehmans.com and shop all their amazing analog products!
TIME STAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:31 - Chit Chat
6:55 - Lehman's
9:44 - Year of Rest
12:10 - What to Start First on a Homestead
16:06 - Main Topic
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MORE ABOUT US!
WELCOME! We're...
STOP Buying Convenience Foods - You've Been Lied To, AGAIN! (with Melissa K. Norris)
May 03, 2025You’re incredibly busy! One thing that shouldn't add to your stress is figuring out how to get meals on the table. Join me as I share with you how from-scratch cooking can transform your home into a haven of wholesome, delicious meals.
Learn more and catch my other podcast episode where I shared how I get three home-cooked meals on the table every day here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/3-home-cooked-meals-every-day/
Thank you to ForJars for sponsoring this podcast. Use promo code Homesteadingfamily10 to enjoy 10% off your order: https://homesteadingfamily.com/forjars
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Composting in Spring! How to Rev Up Your Garden to Abundance
Apr 26, 2025Compost is key to supercharging your garden soil, and whether you purchase it or make food scraps, manure, worm, or mushroom compost, you need to know how to use compost to get the most out of this black gold.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-use-compost/
This podcast is sponsored by American Blossom Linens. Grab your USA-made linens and other products with a 20% off discount! Use coupon code “HOMESTEADINGFAMILY” for 20% off and free shipping on everything! https://homesteadingfamily.com/s-american-blossom-linens
TIME STAMPS
0:00 - Introduction & Chit Chat
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Toxins Are Making you SICK (How to Detox With Herbs) Dr. Patrick Jones
Apr 19, 2025Have you been lured by the idea of an herbal cleansing detox? In this modern world, we are exposed to more toxins than ever before. Josh and I have been going through a detox journey under the supervision of our healthcare practitioner, so a detox protocol is at the forefront of our minds.
Have you been lured by the idea of an herbal cleansing detox? Let's take a look at the basics, including what is and isn't a safe approach.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/herbal-cleansing-detox/
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Avoiding Garden Overwhelm (Don't Let THIS Happen To You!)
Apr 12, 2025Every spring, we eagerly await the emerging soil and can't wait to get our hands dirty again! Then, we know all too well the feeling of garden overwhelm that quickly follows. But it doesn't have to be this way! Here are our best tips for avoiding garden overwhelm and enjoying many of our favorite times of the year.
For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/avoiding-garden-overwhelm/
- Check out the Seedtime App here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/seedtime
- Use up garden produce with my easy homemade...
EMP Shields - What Are They & Why They Can Extend the Life of Your Appliances!
Apr 05, 2025If you're wondering what an EMP is and whether you should investigate it, this podcast is for you. If you think this doesn't pertain to you, let me ask you if you feel like your appliances or electronics aren't lasting as long as they used to. It could be due to small electrical power surges coming into your home every day, overtaxing those appliances!
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/what-is-an-emp/
Check out EMP Shield and use coupon code "HomesteadingFamily" for $50 off your order: https://homesteadingfamily.com/EMP-Shield
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Think You Started Your Garden Too Late? Do THIS Now! | Pantry Chat
Mar 29, 2025If you feel like you're behind on garden planning, or maybe you didn't even do any garden cleanup last fall and are feeling the pressure, this Pantry Chat podcast is for you.
It's very rarely too late to do something in the garden as we have so many options. It may not seem ideal, but here are our best late start gardening tips.
- For links and more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/late-start-gardening-tips-its-not-too-late/
- Check out American Blossom Linens and use coupon code “HOMESTEADINGFAMILY” for 20% off and they alwa...
Herbs for Every Season (with Bevin Cohen) | Pantry Chat
Mar 22, 2025Join me for this podcast interview with Bevin Cohen @SmallHouseFarm as we discuss his new book, Herbs in Every Season and how we can use herbs throughout the year in the kitchen, garden and apothecary.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/herbs-for-every-season/
- Get Herbs in Every Season on preorder (only three days left at time of publication!) and get herb seeds from Bevin's garden and six months FREE to his Patreon: https://www.smallhousefarm.com/product/herbs-in-every-season/
- Thanks to Irish Eyes for sponsoring this episode of the...
What Will Retirement Look Like for Us? (+Other Homestead Chit Chat) | Pantry Chat
Mar 15, 2025Join us as we chat about what's going on at the homestead in March! We're talking about our retirement plans, how we can extend our assets to our neighbors to create more community and security.
For more details and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/on-the-homestead-in-march/
Thanks to ForJars for sponsoring this video! Some of my favorite go-to products in the kitchen are from ForJars, especially their vacuum sealer for jars! If you want to shop anything from ForJars, be sure to use coupon code "Homesteadingfamily10" for 10% off your first...
Josh Interview w/ Annette Sievert (How to Buy a Homestead Property)
Mar 08, 2025There are many people looking to buy homestead property... but what should you know before jumping in with both feet? Listen to this podcast interview with Annette Sievert, who wrote the book How to Buy a Homestead Property: A Handbook for Your Homesteading Journey.
This episode is filled with tips and information to know before you start looking.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-buy-a-homestead-property/
Grab Annette's book, How to Buy a Homestead Property here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/homestead-property-book
Thanks to Lehmans for sponsoring this podcast...
Our Toxin Journey (Part 2) An Update! | Pantry Chat
Mar 01, 2025We're giving you all a TOXIN JOURNEY UPDATE! Carolyn got some labs back and we've both been working with Dr. Torrie Thompson for over a year to rid our bodies of excess toxins.
In this Pantry Chat, we're giving you the update!
For more details about common toxins and how to reduce them, check out this interview we did with Dr. Torrie here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/common-toxins/
To work with Dr. Torrie or to see the packages she offers, click here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/toxin-testing
Thanks to Azure Standard for sponsoring...
Duration: 00:39:33Are your Prepared for an Emergency? | Pantry Chat
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MORE ABOUT US!
WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our nine children, we are The Homesteading Family where we’re living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideo
Grow, Preserve & Thrive with us!
Visit us on our blog: https://www.homesteadingfamily.com
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Duration: 00:49:31Are You Growing THIS Amazing Homestead CROP?? (+ Other Homestead Chit Chat)
Feb 15, 2025The ground is covered in white, fluffy snow, and we've been enjoying the season while trying to stay healthy!
For more details and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/whats-new-on-the-homestead-in-february/
Thanks to American Blossom Linens for sponsoring this podcast. Check out their 100% USA-grown wool filled PILLOWS!!! Be sure to use coupon code "HOMESTEADINGFAMILY" for 20% off your order AND free shipping: https://homesteadingfamily.com/s-american-blossom-linens
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - American Blossom Linens
4:37 - Freezing Brine
7:49 - Critters on the Homestead
11:44 - Main...
Done Drinking MICRO-PLASTIC Tea? Learn How to Create Your Own Amazing Tea Blends (Pantry Chat)
Feb 08, 2025Learning how to make your own tea blends at home can be very rewarding (and delicious!). Enjoy this podcast with CeAnne from @FarmhouseTeas as she shares why blending your own loose-leaf tea at home is so beneficial.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-make-your-own-tea-blend/
- CeAnne's Tea Blending Course: https://homesteadingfamily.com/medicinal-teas-fht-course
- Homesteading Family's Favorite Farmhouse Tea Blends: https://homesteadingfamily.com/FHTeas-Favorites
- Thank you to ForJars for sponsoring this podcast. Enjoy 10% off your first order with code “Homesteadingfamily10”: https://homesteadingfamily.com/forjars
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Staying Organized on the Homestead - Our Homestead Systems Revealed!
Feb 01, 2025With a busy household and homestead, it's imperative that we stay organized. In this blog post and Pantry Chat podcast, we're sharing some of our best tools and tips for staying organized on the homestead.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/staying-organized-on-the-homestead/
American Blossom Linens: Get 20% off (plus FREE shipping) when you use coupon code “HOMESTEAINGFAMILY” at checkout: https://americanblossomlinens.com/pages/home-steading-family
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:12 - Chit Chat
9:50 - American Blossom Linens
13:09 - Freeze Dried Avocado
15:30 - Getting Pigs to Butc...
Small-Scale Root Cellaring Techniques WITHOUT a Root Cellar w/ Sam Knapp | Pantry Chat Podcast
Jan 25, 2025When it comes to root cellaring, there are a lot of restrictions that can keep us from creating the ideal temperatures. Remembering that we're essentially just trying to mitigate decay of our crops, we want to prolong this as much as we're able. Join me with guest Sam Knapp from @offbeetfarm as we discuss various root cellaring methods and ways to manipulate your storage conditions.
- For more details, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-store-vegetables-without-a-root-cellar/
- Be sure to grab Sam's book, Beyond the Root Cellar here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/beyond-the-root-cellar
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Rest & Refreshment on the Homestead - AVOIDING BURNOUT | Pantry Chat
Jan 18, 2025This time of year seems pretty quiet on the homestead. We're generally enjoying shorter days curled up by the fireplace, getting caught up on book reading, crafts or other projects.
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- Get your copy of the Homestead Kitchen magazine here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/in-the-homestead-kitchen-yt
Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:40 - Water Storage
4:43 - Dehydrating Eggs
6:41 - ForJars
9:06 - Main Topic
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The Future of Gold & Silver: It's About MORE Than Just Self-Sufficiency | Pantry Chat
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WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our nine children, we are The Homesteading Family where we’re living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideo
Grow, Preserve & Thrive with us!
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Is Homesteading EASY? | Pantry Chat
Jan 04, 2025We're hoping to clear the air about the misconception that homesteading is EASY. While we don't maintain that this lifestyle is easy, there are aspects of it that have become second nature to us, so in a sense, yes, it's easy.
There's much more to it than that, and we genuinely believe that though homesteading may be difficult at times, it's most certainly worth it.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/is-homesteading-easy/
- Sign up for our FREE How to Homestead Anywhere Crash Course here: https://classes.homesteadingfamily...
How to Homestead Anywhere | Pantry Chat
Dec 28, 2024Have you ever wondered if you can truly homestead from anywhere? I'm not just talking about acres of land, but how about an apartment in the city? My answer may surprise you, but it's the reason why I'm hosting the first annual How to Homestead Anywhere Crash Course!
If you've been wanting to start learning homesteading skills (and adopting a homesteading mindset), then this crash course is for you. Listen to today's podcast to find out more, then sign up below!
Join the How to Homestead Anywhere Crash Course here: https://classes.homesteadingfamily.com/crash-course
What Are We Changing in 2025? Our 2024 Year in Review | Pantry Chat
Dec 21, 2024Join us as we sit down in the Harvest Kitchen to reflect on 2024 and look forward in anticipation and excitement for 2025.
For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/2024-year-in-review
- Fermented Cranberry Sauce Recipe: https://homesteadingfamily.com/easy-homemade-fermented-cranberry-sauce-recipe/
- Shop ForJars kitchen timers and use code "HomesteadingFamily10" for 10% off your order: https://homesteadingfamily.com/forjars-kitchen-timer
- Dr. Torrie Thompson (Detox Specialist): https://homesteadingfamily.com/toxin-testing
Time Stamps:
1:06 - Fermented Cranberry Sauce
3:14 - Packaging Meat
5:49 - ForJars
9:05 - Year...
Could You Start a Business from you Homestead? | Pantry Chat
Dec 14, 2024Join us for part three of our series on starting a homestead business. This week we're covering other jobs you can do remotely to allow you to still work from home.
If you missed parts one or two, you can find the links below. You can also watch or listen to all three Pantry Chat podcasts on our website here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-make-money-from-your-homestead/
Sign up for Carolyn's FREE Homestead From Anywhere 5-Day Crash Course here: https://classes.homesteadingfamily.com/crash-course
Grab Rory Groves' book, Durable Trades here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/durable-trades
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Behind the Scenes of the Homestead Movie with Jason Ross | Pantry Chat
Dec 07, 2024Join me for this podcast interview with guest Jason Ross as we discuss the Black Autumn book series and the Homestead movie and TV series. We’re also discussing many homesteading ideals and concepts for a well-prepared life.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/the-homestead-movie-tv-series/
Grab your Homestead movie tickets and a chance to win the grand prize giveaway here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/homestead-movie
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Toxins in Supplements...How Do We Stay Safe? | Pantry Chat with AzureWell
Nov 30, 2024When we feel our bodies need a boost in nutrition, it's common to reach for a supplement. But how can we know that the supplements we're reaching for are pure and not filled with toxins that will do more harm than good? Let's dive into this topic with H.R. from AzureWell.
To learn more, check out the blog post that accompanies this episode here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/safe-supplements/
Grab your AzureWell supplements from Azure Standard now: https://homesteadingfamily.com/main-azure-standard-b
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Turn Your Homesteading into a Farm (Making Money on the Homestead) | PANTRY CHAT
Nov 23, 2024We're back with part TWO of our series on starting a homestead business. Today's topic is turning your homestead into a farm. Join us as we dive into what you should know before starting a business, and the four pillars of business we think every entrepreneur should know.
If you missed the first part of the series, you can find it, along with this episode and more details in the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-make-money-from-your-homestead/
LINKS MENTIONED:
- Get your PRINT copy of In the Homestead Kitchen Magazine for just $1: https://classes...
How Preparedness Helps Protect Our Families with John Lovell | Pantry Chat
Nov 16, 2024Being a man today can be hard, especially if you're listening to what the world says is "right." Join us with guest John Lovell from @WarriorPoetSociety as we discuss what being a Warrior Poet means and how we can live counter-culturally in this modern world and walk worthy of our calling.
For more information and any links mentioned in this podcast, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-preparedness-helps-protect-our-families/
This podcast is sponsored by Lehmans. Be sure to check out all their preparedness supplies here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/lehmans-preparedness
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Upgrading Systems, Saving Money on Feed and Toxin Update | Pantry Chat
Nov 09, 2024Welcome to our monthly podcast where we're discussing everything that's been going on here at Riverbend. Throughout the seasons, our daily and weekly tasks change quite a bit, and because this homesteading journey is never-ending, we're always learning and making adjustments to our systems and routines.
For links and any other information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/state-of-the-homestead/
This podcast is sponsored by American Blossom Linens. To enjoy your two-year risk-free trial and get 20% off, use coupon code "HOMESTEADINGFAMILY": https://homesteadingfamily.com/s-american-blossom-linens
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1:03 - Ticks in Idaho<...
How the Past 200 Years Has Changed The Family Economy with Rory Groves | Pantry Chat
Nov 02, 2024Building a family economy was commonplace in history. Now, it’s less likely that a family builds a generational economy. Join me and our guest, Rory Groves from @thegrovestead, as we discuss what the family economy means and the benefits that can come from home-centered living.
For links and more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/the-family-economy/
Grab The Family Economy here: thegrovestead.com/familyeconomy/
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What Buying Overseas Textiles is Doing to the US Economy | Pantry Chat
Oct 26, 2024Learn the difference between apparel manufacturing in the USA and those from other countries and discover why buying USA-made apparel is so important. Plus, learn the basic steps you can take now to help strengthen the US textile industry.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/apparel-manufacturing-in-the-usa/
To check out more of the USA Brands, click the links below:
- Vermont Flannel: https://homesteadingfamily.com/vermont-flannel
- All-American Clothing: https://allamericanclothing.com/homesteadingfamily
- Gusset: https://gusset.com/
- Vermont Teddy Bear: https://vermontteddybear.com/
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Start a Homestead Business? | Pantry Chat
Oct 19, 2024There are a lot of people who want to start a homestead business. Learning how to make money from your homestead and living off your homestead are two very different things. In this series, we'll discuss the three different homestead businesses that provide income to make money or live from your homestead.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-make-money-from-your-homestead/
This podcast is sponsored by Lehman's, be sure to check them out for all your homestead business needs: https://homesteadingfamily.com/shop-lehmans
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0:00 - Intro/Chit Chat<...
Don't Believe These SOURDOUGH Myths - Pantry Chat Podcast w/ Lisa Bass
Oct 12, 2024For today's Pantry Chat, I'm joined by Lisa Bass from @FarmhouseonBoone and we're diving into the most common sourdough misconceptions and putting these myths to rest!
Both Lisa and I have been baking with sourdough for over a decade and have come to learn that you don't always have to "follow the rules" or be so strict.
If you'd like to learn even more myths (or mistakes) that are commonly believed or made with sourdough, check out the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/sourdough-mistakes/
Grab your copy of Lisa's book, Daily Sourdough...
Taking A Break (Homestead Rest) | Pantry Chat
Oct 05, 2024Joel Salatin says the average homesteader burns out after about six years of homesteading. We've found that homesteaders are some of the hardest-working people out there and will often work themselves into the ground. Without intentionally taking a rest, it's easy to push yourself until you burn out.
Read more in the accompanying blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/seventh-year-rest/
This video is sponsored by Azure Standard. Get 15% off your order (first-time customers only) of $100 or more by using coupon code "HOMESTEADINGFAMILY15" at checkout: https://homesteadingfamily.com/main-azure-standard-b
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How Seasonal Eating Saves Us TIME & MONEY In the Kitchen | Pantry Chat
Sep 28, 2024What does it mean to you to eat seasonally? For us, that's eating as much fresh produce as possible during the growing season. But it looks different once the garden stops producing! Today's Pantry Chat is all about how our family eats seasonally to save time, energy AND money in the kitchen.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/meal-planning-on-the-homestead/
Sign up for the mushroom growing webinar on October 10, 2024 here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/mushroom-training
This podcast is sponsored by Lehmans. If you don't have a Lehman's catalog on your...
Grow MORE Food in LESS Space with a Food Forest | Pantry Chat
Sep 21, 2024Designing a food forest can be overwhelming. Today's podcast guest, Matthew Britt from @FoodForestAbundanceOfficial is sharing some tips to help remove the guesswork and make growing an edible landscape something that's enjoyable and productive.
Once your food forest is established, it should provide food for years to come with very little maintenance.
For links and additional info, check out the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/designing-a-food-forest/
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Are We Giving Up On Our Garden? Not Quite, BUT, We've Made Some Changes | Pantry Chat
Sep 14, 2024Have you ever considered what you're growing in the garden to know if it's actually working for you or against you?
This week on the Pantry Chat we're diving deeper into this topic and sharing some of the changes in our mindset (and gardening strategies) that we've made.
Get more details here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/making-your-garden-work-for-you/
Sign up for the third annual School of Traditional Skills Summit here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/STS_HF
We don't yet have Grandma Jeannie's spiced pear recipe, but we'll try to get that soon!
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What You Need to Know About Setting Up an Herbal Apothecary | Pantry Chat
Sep 07, 2024Join me and guest Mary Colvin as we discuss building and maintaining a home apothecary. We'll discuss what it is, the tools necessary to build a well-stocked apothecary, some common terms, and recommended herbs to start with.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/building-a-home-apothecary/
Find Mary Colvin's book, The Herbalist's Guide: How to Build and Use Your Own Apothecary here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/herbalists-guide-book
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I Ruined $100's in Freeze-Dried Food (Don't Make the Same Mistakes I Made) | Pantry Chat
Aug 31, 2024Freeze drying is a very basic and straightforward process - if you know some of these simple tips! Don't make the same mistakes I made when I first started freeze-drying.
Follow my seven simple steps for freeze-drying, and you'll be well on your way to lining your pantry full of preserved food.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/7-steps-of-freeze-drying-mistakes-to-avoid/
To sign up for the waitlist for my Abundant Pantry: Freeze Drying Masterclass, go here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/freeze-drying-waitlist
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. For...
Freeze Drying Has Changed Our Lives! (Here's How) | Pantry Chat
Aug 24, 2024Though you'll still find us canning, fermenting, dehydrating and preserving our foods in other ways, freeze-drying has quickly moved to the top of the list for my favorite preservation method. And for good reason! Here are the ten reasons why we love freeze-drying.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/10-reasons-we-love-freeze-drying/
To get on the waitlist for my Freeze Drying Masterclass and a chance to win a FREE Harvest Right freeze dryer, go here: https://classes.homesteadingfamily.com/freeze-drying-waitlist
To preorder my book, Freeze Drying the Harvest go here...
The Terrible Toxins in Your Household Products (And How to Clean Them Up! ) | Pantry Chat
Aug 17, 2024Join me with CEO and Truly Free founder Stephen Ezell as we discuss the importance of cleaning up the toxins in our home!
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/toxins-in-common-household-cleaners/
Check out Truly Free (and get 50 FREE loads of laundry detergent) here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/My-Green-Fills
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Battle to the Death: Grass vs Garden! (How we are winning the war) | Pantry Chat
Aug 10, 2024We've been battling grass in our terrace garden, our cottage garden, and the perennial beds in our main crop garden.
I think we're finally winning the war! Watch this video to see what we're doing and what's worked (and what hasn't)!
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-get-rid-of-grass-in-the-garden/
This podcast is sponsored by one of our favorite suppliers for all things homesteading. Thank you to Lehman's for sponsoring this podcast. Check out all their offerings and use coupon code "1FH5CT" to get 15% off your order at: https...
How to Make the Switch to Bulk Buying! | Pantry Chat
Aug 03, 2024Are you wanting to build up your long-term food storage supply but aren't sure how to start? This podcast is for you! Join me with guest David Stelzer from @azurestandard as we talk about the best methods for stocking up on bulk food.
For more information (and other podcasts where we talk about bulk-buying strategies), visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/building-up-your-long-term-food-storage-supply/
This podcast is sponsored by Azure Standard. Right now, for first time Azure Standard customers, if you spend $50 or more, you can use coupon code "HomesteadingFamily10" and get 10% off your order (t...
Upgrading our Home Dairy! (Changes for Efficiency) | Pantry Chat
Jul 27, 2024Over the past couple of years we've known there needed to be some changes in our dairy system. As Tilly, our milk cow, continued to get older, we decided it was time to layer in a new dairy cow. But we never guessed we'd be getting ten gallons of milk each day!
Find out how we've changed our routines, the investments we've made that have cut our processing time in half, and what we plan to do in the future.
For more information, check out the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/adding-dairy-cow-to-the-homestead/
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These Toxins Are Making You SICK! (Detox Them Naturally) | Pantry Chat
Jul 20, 2024We've been listening to your comments, questions and concerns about the common toxins we're exposed to on a regular basis and I'm excited to have Dr. Torrie from Meraki Wellness on today's Pantry Chat Podcast.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/common-toxins/
Some of the following may be affiliate links. You get the same great price and we may receive a small kickback.
Links Mentioned:
- Work with Dr. Torrie for toxin testing here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/toxin-testing
- Watch the Glyphosate Videos One and...
What is a Freesteader? | Pantry Chat
Jul 13, 2024If you're looking to go off-grid with solar power, this blog post is for you. Join me with Tag from Life Done Free and Grid Down as he shares his story and the best way to go off-grid for you and your homestead.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/going-off-grid-with-solar-power/
Check out Grid Down and get 7% off your order by using this link: https://homesteadingfamily.com/grid-down
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We Are Switching to “Made in the USA”…You Should Too! (Pantry Chat)
Jul 06, 2024We're doing our best to switch as many products as possible to brands that are Made in the USA. It's not always easy (or possible), and really shouldn't be 100%. Join us for today's Pantry Chat and hear why we think it's important and how we're going about it.
For any links mentioned in the podcast, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/made-in-the-usa-products-why-it-matters/
Today's podcast sponsor is Pleasant Hill Grain. We've been purchasing our small kitchen appliances from them for over 15 years now and can't recommend them enough. Check them out at https://homesteadingfamily...
Top Principles to Know When Buying Gold & Silver | Pantry Chat Podcast
Jun 29, 2024This week, we're talking about something a little "off-topic" from homesteading but that we think goes hand in hand with being prepared for modern life.
I'm chatting with Franklin Sanders from The Moneychanger and Volunteer Precious Metals, all about the top principles to know when buying gold and silver.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/top-principles-to-know-when-buying-gold-silver/
Check out Franklin's website The Moneychanger here: https://the-moneychanger.com
Find his son's at Volunteer Precious Metals: https://volunteerpreciousmetals.com/
Grab Franklin's three volumes of books here: https://fourriversstore.com/<...
In Real Life (Fellowshipping with Like-Minded Homesteaders) | Pantry Chat
Jun 22, 2024Join me for this week's Pantry Chat podcast with my guest host @MelissaKNorris as we discuss everything @modernhomesteadingconference .
For more information, check out the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/modern-homesteading-conference/
Grab tickets to this year's Modern Homesteading Conference here: https://modernhomesteading.com/
This podcast was sponsored by Pleasant Hill Grain. Check them out here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/Pleasant-Hill-Grain
Purity Coffee (use code "HOMESTEADINGFAMILY20" for 20% off your order!): https://homesteadingfamily.com/purity-coffee
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0:00 - Chit Chat
8:08 - Pressure Canning Weights
9:25 - Our New Coffee (Purity C...
Use THESE Antiviral Herbs for Treating Viruses | Pantry Chat
Jun 15, 2024With more viruses popping up over the past decade, it's important to understand and know how to use medicinal herbs, more specifically, antiviral herbs. Join me with Dr. Patrick Jones from HomeGrown Herbalist as we discuss the common antiviral herbs and their uses.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/antiviral-herbs-how-to-treat-common-viruses-with-medicinal-herbs/
- Join the School of Botanical Medicine here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/school-of-botanical-medicine
- Get Doc's Respiratory Preparedness Kit here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/hgh-respiratory-preparedness-kit
- Get Doc's Immunity Support Tincture here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/hgh-immunity-support-tincture
- Get Doc's...
We're Talking TOXINS & Our Journey to Better Health (Pantry Chat Podcast)
Jun 08, 2024We're chatting some more about our glyphosate toxicity and what we're doing to combat the toxins we have in our system... including changing up one of our FAVORITE things!
Have you missed what's going on with our health? You can get caught up on all of our glyphosate toxicity videos here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/our-journey-with-glyphosate-toxicity/
Links Mentioned:
- Check out the detoxproject.org for test kits.
- Work with Dr. Torrie for toxin testing here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/toxin-testing
- Presale of the Freeze Drying the Harvest book: https://homesteadingfamily.com...
Raising Rabbits for Meat... Is It Worth It? (Pantry Chat with Daniel Salatin)
Jun 01, 2024Raising rabbits for meat has gained popularity in recent years. Mostly because of their relatively low maintenance compared to other livestock. Daniel Salatin is sharing the ease and practicality of raising rabbits for meat, covering everything from their benefits to practical considerations like daily care, feeding, processing, and breed selection.
For links and resources, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/raising-rabbits-for-meat/
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Fat Sources for the Homestead (& the Differences Between Them) - Pantry Chat
May 25, 2024Fat is stored energy. When looking at a self-sufficient and resilient homestead, fat sources must be considered. In this Pantry Chat, we'll discuss why it's important to raise fat sources on your homestead and how to do it!
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/fat-sources-on-the-homestead/
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Top Diet Changes that Make the Most Difference in Your Health! (Pantry Chat)
May 18, 2024What are the top three diet changes you can make right now to drastically improve your health? Join me for this podcast with Sally Fallon Morell as she shares her recommendations.
For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/3-diet-changes-to-improve-your-health/
- Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon: https://homesteadingfamily.com/b-nourishing-traditions
- Nourishing Broths by Sally Fallon: https://homesteadingfamily.com/b-nourishing-broth
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Your Top Garden Questions Answered! (Pantry Chat)
May 11, 2024We've been compiling all your gardening questions and saving them up so we could do another gardening Q&A Pantry Chat podcast! Watch to see if we answered your question... then be sure to check out the blog post for our ultimate guide to garden planning.
https://homesteadingfamily.com/garden-planning-tips
Thanks to Pleasant Hill Grain for sponsoring this podcast! Be sure to check them out here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/Pleasant-Hill-Grain
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0:00 - Chit Chat
4:02 - Pleasant Hill Grain
6:24 - Is Lard a Botulism Risk?
9:18 - Hoop House<...
What the HOME-GARDENER Can Do To Protect From GMO Seeds (Pantry Chat w/ Baker Creek)
May 04, 2024Learn about Baker Creek heirloom seeds (@RareSeedsBC ) and their commitment to the Safe Seed Pledge, and you'll see why Homesteading Family has been a loyal customer for over 15 years.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/baker-creek-seeds/
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0:00 - Introduction
3:53 - GMO Tomato Seeds
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12 MUST-KNOW Backyard Medicinal Herbs (Foraging Medicinal Herbs)
Apr 27, 2024Learn about urban foraging and the skillsets needed to forage for food in your surrounding areas. Whether you are living in a rural area, suburban, or urban area, these tips will help get you started and these are our 12 favorite herbs to find in the wild.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/urban-foraging/
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Who Knew Growing Mushrooms was this EASY! (Pantry Chat with Chris Gilmour)
Apr 20, 2024Mushrooms are packed with nutrition and are easily grown at home. Learn the basics in this podcast interview with Chris Gilmour as he shares how simple it is to grow mushrooms at home.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-grow-mushrooms-at-home/
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MORE ABOUT US!
WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our nine children, we are The Homesteading Fami...
Our Anti-MODERN Parenting (Old-Fashioned Wisdom That We Live By) | Pantry Chat
Apr 13, 2024Old-fashioned wisdom is really important to us as parents, and it has always served us very well. So it's no surprise that we draw on this wisdom for our family's top ten parenting principles as well.
For more information, be sure to visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/top-10-parenting-principles/
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Do THIS to live Healthier and Longer Lives with Homesteading (Pantry Chat with Shelby Devore)
Apr 06, 2024Many of us come to homesteading because of a health crisis or a health concern. At some point, it becomes clear that homesteading lends skillsets that are beneficial to our overall health. In this Pantry Chat Podcast, my guest Shelby DeVore from Garden Farm Thrive and I are discussing specific aspects of homesteading that can help you take the future of your health into your own hands by looking at Blue Zones.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/blue-zones-how-homesteading-can-improve-your-health/
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Joel Salatin on Starting a Homestead Business | Pantry Chat
Mar 30, 2024Many of us want to start a homestead that will sustain our livelihood. That usually comes in the form of some kind of homestead business. So, how do we go about starting a homestead business that’s not only profitable but also sustainable?
Join me in this podcast episode with Joel Salatin as he shares his years of experience.
For more details and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/starting-a-homestead-business/
MORE ABOUT US!
WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together wi...
How Much Land is Needed to Raise a Year’s Worth of Food (Animals, Garden, Orchard) | Pantry Chat
Mar 23, 2024Many people ask us, if they want to be self-sufficient, raising nearly 100% of their food from their homestead, how much land is needed to raise a year's worth of food? We're breaking it all down in this video/podcast.
For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-much-land-is-needed-to-raise-a-years-worth-of-food/
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What the HOME GARDENER Needs to Know About the GMO Purple Tomato Seeds (Pantry Chat w/ Bevin Cohen)
Mar 16, 2024With the release of GMO seeds being sold to the home gardener, there are some important factors to know. In this podcast interview, Bevin Cohen ( @SmallHouseFarm ) and I discuss the important aspects (and potential ramifications) of growing GMO seeds in a home garden setting.
For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/gmo-seeds/
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What are PERENNIALS and Why Should We Grow Them? | Pantry Chat Podcast
Mar 09, 2024Don't overlook perennial plants! We're discussing what are perennials and why they're an important aspect of the homestead. Start building resiliency and plant some perennials now!
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/growing-perennials-on-the-homestead/
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Time Stamps
0:00 - Chit Chat
5:56 - Water Glassing Eggs
7:07...
Do Your Animals Need Minerals... or Not? (Mineralization for Animals) | Pantry Chat
Mar 02, 2024If you're raising livestock, you may be wondering if they need mineral supplements. In short, the answer is yes, but it's helpful to have an understanding of the why behind supplementing animals with minerals. In this podcast, we’re covering what mineral supplements are, why they're important, and how and what we should be feeding our livestock. Be sure to check out Redmond Agriculture to learn more and use coupon code “HFSalt” for 15% off your order.
For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post that accompanies this podcast here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/mineral-supplements-for-livestock/
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Duration: 00:52:33Must-Have Beekeeping Supplies | Pantry Chat Podcast
Feb 24, 2024When it comes to keeping bees, there are some must-have beekeeping supplies to have on hand for keeping a healthy hive and colony. But are all the supplies out there necessary? Probably not! Listen to this podcast with beekeeping expert Adam Martin as he shares which beekeeping supplies are a must-have and which we can ignore. For more information and any links mentioned, visit the blog post that accompanies this podcast here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/must-have-beekeeping-supplies/
TIME STAMPS:
0:00 - Chit Chat
10:10 - Must Have Beekeeping Supplies
10:25 - Hive Boxes
15:00 - Frames
22:32...
Buying the BEST Meat... How Do We Know? (Decoding Meat Labels)
Feb 17, 2024How do we know the quality of the meat we’re buying at the grocery store? In this Pantry Chat Podcast, we're decoding meat terminology to understand what we’re getting and how to know if it’s the best meat for us.
For more information, visit the blog post here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/decoding-meat-labels/
Time Stamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:45 - Chit Chat
5:38 - American Blossom Linens
8:05 - Seasoning Cast Iron
9:48 - Storing Fuel & Filling Fuel Tanks
13:54 - Main Topic
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