Where have we been? Where are we now? Where are we going? These are three questions that Rob answers with regard to the All Around Growth Podcast. He also shares the Top 5 Episodes in the show's history, the Top 5 podcast players being used by the listeners, and the locations of the audience members based on available data (IP addresses) gathered from podcast players. Thank you for being the community that we've been seeking. We are All Around Growth. ~ Connect with All Around Growth on social m...
Oct 07, 2022•54 min•Ep. 438
Join Rob as he revisits the original interview with Mom and Dad, remastered and re-released to celebrate their 49th anniversary. Details and key points of the episode below. We cover the history of the farm including: When the property was first identified and purchased When Bob and Denise sold their old home and finally moved into a rental property in the same town The challenges of maintaining a property when you don’t live there specifically the management of berry bushes, fruit trees, and du...
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 436
Last night Rob made a second appearance at the Tremont Farmers Market on behalf of York Meadow Farm. Tune in to hear a recap of the farmers market experience last night, interactions with both customers and vendors and what we can expect next week at the final market. We talk about sales compared to last week, best selling products, interest in online sales on account of the market season coming to a close...and more! Save 25% off your order with discount code "ALLAROUNDGROWTH" at checkout in th...
Oct 05, 2022•16 min•Ep. 436
Your monthly update from our farm and homestead... Join Rob as he provides a preview of what email subscribers will see in the monthly update from York Meadow Farm. We'll be discussing content creation, repurposing old high tunnels, the new neighbors, the first deer harvest, and more! Let us know in the Telegram Group! Telegram Group Chat - https://t.me/allaroundgrowth ~ Connect with All Around Growth on social media! Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/allaroundgrowth Facebook Group - http...
Oct 04, 2022•24 min•Ep. 435
With THREE farmers markets over the last 6 days - there is a LOT to cover in this Farmers Market Recap Episode! Join Rob as he talks about the experiences from the new Tremont Farmers Market, the Medina Square Farmers Market, and the 2nd Annual Fall Vendor Fest Series - which is being hosted by our friends over at Richardson Farms. You'll also hear about how he sold items online that he sold out of at the market, what he did about it, and what's in store for the rest of the week! Tuesday_435_YMF...
Oct 03, 2022•34 min•Ep. 434
Join Rob as he reluctantly prepares for an appointment with his Functional Medicine team - an appointment that he forgot to reschedule. It's time to own up to his shortcomings... It's equally important to discuss our failures as well as our successes - and talk about what / how / and why we do what we do, and the actions we take to keep moving forward. Check out the Telegram Group: Telegram Group Chat - https://t.me/allaroundgrowth ~ Connect with All Around Growth on social media! Facebook Page ...
Sep 30, 2022•10 min•Ep. 433
We explore the Old Farmers' Almanac today! With topics like Michaelmas, autumn asters, elderberry syrup, and keeping houseplants happy...tune in to hear Rob struggle with the big decision between two different articles to dive into and discuss in today's episode! Will we be talking about 15 Uses for Coffee & Coffee Grounds or discussing a Houseplant Care Guide article? You'll have to tune in to find out where this episode goes! (Hint - the discussion includes "oil") When shopping online at Y...
Sep 29, 2022•42 min•Ep. 432
It's Matt's birthday today! Join Rob as he takes a trip down memory lane and reflects back on all the work that Matt has done here on the farm and homestead. We've come a long way to get where we are...and often times, it feels like we're only getting started. It is with great joy and pride that I share today's episode with you where I celebrate my brother on his birthday. ~ Connect with All Around Growth on social media! Check out our other social medias: Telegram Group Chat - https://t.me/alla...
Sep 28, 2022•20 min•Ep. 431
How long do you ferment for? It depends. Join Rob as he explains fermented foods, the basics on making sauerkraut and ultimately "how long" you let your food ferment when making different fermented foods. There's a lot of contributing factors and variables when it comes to the art of fermentation - so be sure to check out this episode and the show notes for more information on how you can improve your results with increased consistency in your process. ~ Connect with All Around Growth on social ...
Sep 27, 2022•30 min•Ep. 430
Today's show is a Farmers' Market Recap episode that also highlights what YOU are growing in YOUR backyard! Join Rob as he provides a recap of the markets last week - both at the farmers' market along with the results of last week's grand opening of the online store! You'll hear about how the decreased sales at the farmers' market were offset with sales from the online store, and where we're headed this week for a NEW farmers' market! We also highlight some of the smaller scale homesteads from a...
Sep 26, 2022•20 min•Ep. 429
Take a few minutes of your time today to record some words for encouragement for Kara. She is running a marathon tomorrow, Saturday, 09/24/2022 - and we have the opportunity to participate in a collaborative effort to give her the encouragement she may need when she hits that wall. 26 miles is a long way! Please consider listening and giving a few minutes of your time to the Community Support Coalition! The message Rob contributes to the CSC for Kara stirred up a lot of memories of his own marat...
Sep 23, 2022•29 min•Ep. 428
To celebrate the Grand Opening of the Online Store at York Meadow Farm, Rob shares his experiences that led up to the launch of the online store TODAY! Tune in for some dialogue on the platform we are currently using, the platform we are moving to, the pros and cons of each, the successes we’ve experienced along the way AND the challenges we’ve experienced – so hold on tight, because there’s going to be a lot in this episode... ...and catch a funny (yet hopeful!) story that occurred immediately ...
Sep 22, 2022•30 min•Ep. 427
Mum madness, rainy weather proverbs, canning applesauce...and more! Join Rob as he dives into an article titled Weather Proverbs and Prognostics: Rain and Clouds. Be sure to check out the show notes for links to ALL articles and recipes mentioned in today's episode! Stay tuned for tomorrow's show regarding the GRAND OPENING of the Online Store! Audience members use discount code "ALLAROUNDGROWTH" to save 25%! Check out the Telegram Group: Telegram Group Chat - https://t.me/allaroundgrowth ~ Conn...
Sep 21, 2022•18 min•Ep. 426
If you already have a smart phone, this set up will cost you less than $50. Learn how to create an inexpensive tabletop photography studio that still provides quality results. Rob also discusses the differences in the cameras between the iPhone SE 2nd Generation, the iPhone XR, iPhone 11, and iPhone 11 Pro...and which is the best bang for the buck. We also hear about our friend and neighbor Janelle Soja, who is a contestant in the Johnny Appleseed Organic Invitational, an organic growing competi...
Sep 20, 2022•27 min•Ep. 425
With football season upon us, school back in session...change is in the air! Join Rob today as he discusses the farmers' market last weekend in this Monday Farmers' Market Update! You'll hear how Rob and Mom worked the farmers' market by themselves (and why), the changes to our market booth display and how we modified the booth to work more efficiently. With increased sales and increased feedback from the customers, we are considering making even *more* of one of our new products, especially as ...
Sep 19, 2022•22 min•Ep. 424
One of the most rewarding things about this podcast is the community that is forming. In addition to Rob talking and sharing his story about all around growth in life on the homestead, we talk about our lives and our families as we grow in the contexts of our lives. The Telegram Group is full of exceptional dialogue about all the things we are actively accomplishing in our lives. We are a community of people who get shit done. People like Rachel Jamison. Check out the Telegram Group: Telegram Gr...
Sep 16, 2022•20 min•Ep. 423
Audience feedback and guidance from mentors have led to joint ventures between this show and others that benefits us both and helps us all grow. In today's show, Rob talks about these joint ventures in the form of sponsorship and affiliates and how that resulted in big savings for YOU when it comes to purchasing products online at York Meadow Farm! When the online store opens next week at York Meadow Farm, use the promo code "ALLAROUNDGROWTH" at checkout - you will save 25% on all orders! We may...
Sep 15, 2022•23 min•Ep. 422
Leaving your day job and trying to be...dare I say, a “homesteader” is not easy. It requires a significant change in perspective, one that takes time, and the utilization of questions such as the Five Ws and How. Join Rob as he shares his story about moving away from accounting software and embracing the simplicity of Excel Spreadsheets and simple tools he is using to budget with confidence, track transactions, and gain insights into his spending and savings habits. ~ Connect with All Around Gro...
Sep 14, 2022•19 min•Ep. 421
A big part of growing a family business (or any enterprise) is keeping organized. Efficient organizational systems and effective communication are important – especially if you’re forward thinking and looking to grow and improve almost any metric within our lives. Today, we’re going to discuss this as it applies to computer systems – specifically file organization systems and the organization of networks. This is part of an extended series that dates back to just over a year ago when I finally p...
Sep 13, 2022•21 min•Ep. 420
With fall approaching and the kids going back to school...change is in the air! Join Rob today as he discusses the farmers' market last weekend in this Monday Farmers' Market Update! You'll hear some background on the Medina Farmers' Market, how the market is structured and managed, and some of the special events that are scheduled to take place this season. There's also some dialogue on how the return of the school year brings on some additional change in operations here on the homestead, and w...
Sep 12, 2022•23 min•Ep. 419
The Harvest Moon appears from September 9 to 11! The Moon will appear full for about three days around this time, from Friday through Sunday. Why does this phenomenon happen? Learn more—and shine on, Harvest Moon! Join Rob as he shares an article by the Old Farmers' Almanac on the Harvest Moon! He also shares what else you can find in today's daily almanac such as tying knots in rope, Mercury retrograde dates for 2022, basil, and a recipe for a fresh basil and tomato frittata! ~ Connect with All...
Sep 09, 2022•34 min•Ep. 418
A tenant farmer is a person who contributes their labor along with at times varying amounts of capital and management on land owned by a landlord. Wikipedia Join Rob as he talks about why York Meadow Farm has a tenant farmer. Today, you'll hear the backstory about how the current tenant farmer came to be and what the future has in store. We are actively accepting inquiries for anyone interested in tenant farmer positions for the 2023 season, in addition to those interested in part-time or online...
Sep 08, 2022•35 min•Ep. 417
In today's episode, you'll learn what we're doing with the online store, what we wished we'd have done differently, and how we're going to incorporate some of those changes in the future. Join Rob has he provides the backstory to the online store at York Meadow Farm - and what is going on behind the scenes to prepare for the launch of the online store in two weeks. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter for updates on the online store and stay tuned for future episodes on how All Around Growth Po...
Sep 07, 2022•15 min•Ep. 416
Medina is a city in and the county seat of Medina County, Ohio, about 33 miles south of Cleveland and 23 miles west of Akron within the Greater Cleveland area. The population was 26,094 at the 2020 Census. Wikipedia Medina is a hot spot for local food and farmers' markets. With 2 different farmers' markets three miles from one another during market season and a number of short off-season markets and everything the Historic Medina Public Square has to offer - it's a local shoppers' dream! Join Ro...
Sep 06, 2022•24 min•Ep. 415
For those of you who are new to the show we talk about building the life and homestead of our dreams by setting goals and working towards them in seven different aspects of life – to live a balanced life. Those areas of life we set goals in are financial, physical, personal development, family, spiritual, social...and lastly, career. There’s an order and a pattern to why we talk about what we talk about, and much of it comes from the 2022 Goal Setting Workbook, which is can be downloaded for FRE...
Sep 02, 2022•14 min•Ep. 414
Increased sales and increased interest in our products has encouraged us to not only go online, but expand to new markets as well. Stay tuned to see where we'll be headed next! Join Rob today as he dives into The September Newsletter from York Meadow Farm and then provides some additional insight into what's been happening on the farm and homestead over the last month. Don't forget to sign up for the newsletter for exclusive updates and news from the farm! https://www.yorkmeadowfarm.com/newslett...
Sep 01, 2022•34 min•Ep. 413
The coming test of the Artemis rocket is re-raising the boisterous debate about returning to the Moon. Should we go back or move on? Here’s a quick summary of the pros and cons. A human hasn’t stepped on the Moon since 1972! The new Moon rocket being tested is called the Space Launch System (SLS), and it’s the most powerful rocket that the U.S. has ever built. This first rocket launch, Artemis 1, is uncrewed for safety reasons, with the next step being a crewed flyby mission, Artemis II, in 2024...
Aug 31, 2022•26 min•Ep. 412
Today's discussion begins with a discussion centered on consistency and wealth building - but then we look at what wealth *actually* means in life and how consistency applies to it ALL. Join Rob in a discussion about consistency and building wealth - both financial wealth and beyond. Hang in there during this busy season, everyone...keep showing up. YOU GOT THIS. ~ Connect on social media! Telegram Group Chat - https://t.me/allaroundgrowth MeWe Group - https://mewe.com/join/theallaroundgrowthcom...
Aug 30, 2022•15 min•Ep. 411
Join Rob as he steers the show towards the homestead today covering topics such as regional weather forecasts, viburnum, a video on how to ripen green tomatoes, a recipe for southern fried green tomatoes, and making a beautiful bouquet of flowers. He decides to share an article titled "Viburnum" - sharing information about the plant itself and information such as planting and caring for viburnum as well. With over 20 years of experience in the landscape this is a good one for all you plant nerds...
Aug 29, 2022•33 min•Ep. 410
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Aug 28, 2022•12 min•Ep. 409
