This week in the shop we talk with the Lunatic Farmer Joel Salatin! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason, Ben and Al. Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!...
Jul 04, 2025•55 min•Ep. 106
Talking about our week on the homestead with Al, Jason and Ben Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason, Ben and Al. Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!...
Jun 27, 2025•58 min•Ep. 105
We made it to 2 years on this Podcast!! Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, gro...
Jun 20, 2025•56 min•Ep. 104
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Jun 13, 2025•57 min•Ep. 103
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Jun 06, 2025•53 min•Ep. 102
Today we have a guest on the podcast talking about off grid living in Arizona! Jonathan from @TinyShinyHome YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UCJEjbiwMc0CUvr766GgZepw Website: https://tinyshinyhome.com Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al ...
May 30, 2025•55 min•Ep. 101
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
May 23, 2025•58 min•Ep. 100
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
May 16, 2025•56 min•Ep. 99
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
May 09, 2025•56 min•Ep. 98
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
May 02, 2025•54 min•Ep. 97
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Apr 25, 2025•51 min•Ep. 96
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Apr 18, 2025•51 min•Ep. 95
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 94
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Apr 04, 2025•52 min•Ep. 93
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Mar 28, 2025•44 min•Ep. 92
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wor...
Mar 21, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 91
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics ranging from their observations about the abundance of car washes in North Carolina to the challenges and experiences of winter camping. They share personal anecdotes about weather changes, seasonal activities, and the joys and difficulties of outdoor life. The conversation flows naturally, highlighting the camaraderie among the hosts as they reflect on their homesteading experiences and the lessons learned from nature. In this conversation, the speakers...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 90
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various aspects of homesteading, including the potential of raising llamas and donkeys, the importance of proper drainage in foundation work, and the joys of celebrating milestones like birthdays. They share experiences of teaching the next generation about farming, the art of cooking a pig, and the challenges of navigating daily life, including trips to the DMV. The conversation also touches on building shelters, networking with fellow homesteaders, and the considerat...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 89
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the arrival of spring, their gardening projects, and the challenges of sourcing quality compost. They share experiences from a local farming conference, delve into personal health struggles, and explore the development of a new hot sauce. The conversation highlights the importance of community connections and the joys of homesteading. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics related to farming, health, and home improvement. They delve into the behavior...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 88
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the challenges of dealing with extreme weather conditions, including heavy rain and snow. They share their experiences with plowing and snow management, as well as their ongoing project of building a walk-in cooler. The conversation also covers flooring decisions, electrical setups, and the impact of seasonal changes on plant care. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from the migratory patterns of geese to personal experiences in the...
Feb 21, 2025•46 min•Ep. 87
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics related to homesteading, including the controversial glyphosate, weather patterns affecting their farms, the challenges of YouTube content creation, and the intricacies of animal husbandry. They share personal experiences with snow, maple syrup tapping, and the construction of new animal shelters, while also addressing the humorous side of YouTube demonetization. The conversation highlights the joys and struggles of homesteading life, emphasizing the imp...
Feb 14, 2025•59 min•Ep. 86
Jason, Ben and Al discuss the unpredictable weather patterns affecting their homesteads, share updates on various projects including a walk-in cooler and tractor troubles, and delve into the challenges of managing water leaks during winter. They also explore meat curing techniques, the excitement of building a new chicken coop, and the potential of milling lumber with an Alaskan sawmill. The conversation highlights the joys and struggles of homesteading life, emphasizing community, resourcefulne...
Feb 07, 2025•54 min•Ep. 85
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences, including Jason's trip to Texas for the APPA Conference, where he learned about pasture poultry production and enjoyed some delicious barbecue. They also delve into Jason's plans for mushroom inoculation and the winter activities Al has been engaged in, including snow grooming and wildlife observations. The conversation highlights the challenges and joys of homesteading, as well as the importance of community and shared experiences in this lif...
Jan 31, 2025•52 min•Ep. 84
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences with homesteading, including the challenges of cold weather, a charcuterie class they hosted, and their plans for tapping maple trees. They share insights on meat processing, the joy of learning new techniques, and the camaraderie built through shared experiences in homesteading. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of farming, including batch production, market trends, and preparations for new livestock arrivals. They del...
Jan 24, 2025•58 min•Ep. 83
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences with winter weather, including unexpected snowfalls and the challenges of sledding. They also delve into animal care, particularly focusing on the health of Al's pig, Sweet Potato, and the impact of winter on their livestock. The conversation shifts to the complexities of sourcing animal feed, weighing the pros and cons of bulk versus bagged grain, and the challenges of finding affordable, organic options. The hosts share insights on their home...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 82
Jason, Ben and Al reflect on their New Year's celebrations, discuss the challenges of cold weather on their homesteads, and share experiences with animal health issues, particularly a prolapsed rectum in pigs. They also delve into breeding decisions for their pigs, the importance of organization in their homesteading projects, and the recent uptick in chicken sales after the holiday season. They discuss their preparations for upcoming chicken shipments, the challenges of building and organizing ...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 81
Jason, Al, and Ben reflect on their holiday experiences, including Christmas dinners and winter weather challenges. They share stories about their homesteading projects, equipment updates, and the impact of sickness during the holiday season. The conversation also touches on hunting season reflections and the challenges of managing livestock and equipment in winter conditions. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics ranging from innovative cooling solutions for road trips to th...
Jan 03, 2025•57 min•Ep. 80
Jason, Al, and Ben reflect on their experiences over the past year, share holiday greetings, and discuss the challenges and joys of homesteading during the winter months. They delve into the guilt associated with downtime in content creation, the difficulties posed by cold weather, and the progress made on various building projects. The conversation also touches on animal behavior in winter, egg production, and personal projects, culminating in a sense of community and shared experiences among h...
Dec 27, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 79
Jason, Ben and Al discuss their Christmas traditions, the challenges of content creation during rainy weather, and a humorous story about a surprise delivery of wood chips. They also share wildlife encounters, health tips for winter, and insights into managing solar power systems during the colder months. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various topics including the intricacies of battery systems, the unpredictable nature of weather, the growth and care of a livestock dog named Brut...
Dec 20, 2024•58 min•Ep. 78
Al, Ben and Jason discuss their Christmas tree traditions, the impact of recent weather changes, innovations in snow removal with a new snowblower, and the challenges of managing livestock, particularly pigs. They share personal anecdotes and practical tips for homesteading during the winter season. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of farming, particularly focusing on their experiences with pigs, fencing challenges, lessons learned from handling hay bales, and preparati...
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 77
