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The Modern Homesteading Podcast

Harold Thornbro and Rachel Jamisonwww.redemptionpermaculture.com
Join Harold Thornbro and Rachel Jamison as they talk about all things homesteading! They discuss things like gardening, livestock, permaculture, food preservation, foraging, hunting, fishing, and the know-how and skills that will help you in your homesteading journey, and occasionally they have guests and we get to hear about what others are doing on their homesteads. Join Us On Patreon and Get All The Extras: https://www.patreon.com/ModernHomesteadingPodcast

Episodes

23 Ways To Make Money From A Small Homestead

In this podcast episode, Harold and Rachel share their insights on how to generate income from a small homestead. They explore 23 different strategies, offering a mix of tried-and-true methods alongside more creative and unconventional ideas. Whether you're already familiar with some of these concepts or looking for fresh inspiration, they provide practical tips and thoughtful discussions on how to make a small homestead financially sustainable. From traditional approaches to innovative solution...

Sep 15, 20241 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 256

Using Grains In Your Homestead Kitchen: Grinding, Soaking, and Sprouting

On this podcast episode Rachel talks about some of the beneficial ways to use grains in the homestead kitchen, focusing on grinding. soaking, and sprouting of grains. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 255 – September 8, 2024 Find the shownotes and links mentioned at: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/using-grains-in-your-homestead-kitchen-grinding-soaking-and-sprouting/...

Sep 08, 202429 minSeason 1Ep. 255

Modern Homesteading: Start Right Where You Are

On this podcast episode for the first time ever I'm replying an older episode where I briefly tell my story of why I started homesteading and why you should consider homesteading right now, right where you are. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 254 – September 1, 2024

Sep 01, 202427 minSeason 1Ep. 254

Preserving a Year's Worth of SOMETHING from the Homestead

On This Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel have a discussion about the benefits of preserving a year's worth of SOMETHING from the homestead as opposed to trying to grow everything you need for the entire year. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 253 – August 25, 2024 Find the the shownotes and links mentioned at: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/preserving-a-years-worth-of-something-from-the-homestead/ Support the podcast by joining The Modern Homesteading Membership. Learn More at: http...

Aug 25, 20241 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 253

Health And Wellness Benefits Of Pastured Fats

On This Podcast Episode Join Rachel as she interviews Charles Mayfeild of Farrow Skincare about the health and wellness benefits of pastured fats. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 252 – August 18, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/health-and-wellness-benefits-of-pastured-fats/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://redemptionpermaculture.com/what-is-the-modern-homesteading-membershi...

Aug 18, 20241 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 252

The Homestead Kitchen Power Tools

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Rachel Talks About The Kitchen Power Tools She Has and Recommends. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 251 – August 11, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at ⁠⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/the-homestead-kitchen-power-tools/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/what-is-the-modern-homesteading-membership/...

Aug 11, 202458 minSeason 1Ep. 251

Homesteading: Myth vs. Reality

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss 21 Myths and Misconceptions About Homesteading. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 250 – August 4, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at ⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/homesteading-myth-vs-reality/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/what-is-the-modern-homesteading-membership/...

Aug 04, 20241 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 250

Choosing A Site For A Homestead

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss All The Things To Consider When Choosing A Site To Build Your Homestead. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 249 – July 28, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/choosing-a-site-for-a-homestead/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/what-is-the-modern-homesteading-membership/...

Jul 28, 20241 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 249

Building A Homestead Library

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Talk About Building A Homestead Library. They Dive Into Why You Might Want One, How To Get Started and Build One, and Book Suggestions In Many Categories. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 248 – July 14, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/building-a-homestead-library/ ⁠⁠ ⁠ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/what-is-the...

Jul 14, 20241 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 248

Nitrogen Fixing Plants For The Homestead

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss Nitrogen Fixing Plants. How Do They Work, What They Are, and How Best To Incorporate Them Into Your Homestead. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 247 – July 6, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at ⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/nitrogen-fixing-plants-for-the-homestead/ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://redemptionpermaculture.com/what-is-the-modern-homesteading-membershi...

Jul 06, 20241 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 247

Planting For Fall Crops With Guest Mary Smith

On this podcast episode, Harold has a conversation with Mary Smith from Mary's Heirloom Seeds about Summer planting for a fall crop. They discuss how to determine when and what to plant and go over a few vegetable varieties to consider. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 246 – June 28, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/planting-for-fall-crops-with-guest-mary-smith Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠⁠⁠h...

Jun 28, 202438 minSeason 1Ep. 246

Ebbs and Flows In Homesteading: Navigating the Journey

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss Avoiding Burnout While Homesteading By Being Aware Of The Ebbs and Flows, Ups and Downs, Hectic Times and Peacefulness of Homesteading and Navigating That Journey With Balance. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 245 – June 23, 2024 Find The Show Notes and Links Mentioned at: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/ebbs-and-flows-in-homesteading-navigating-the-journey Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast and get the perks of membership: ⁠⁠...

Jun 23, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 245

A Beginners Guide To Growing Beans On The Homestead

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss Everything You Need To Know About Getting Started Growing Beans On Your Homestead. From The Different Types Of Beans To Grow, To Caring For The Plants, To Harvesting, and Even Using Them For Some Of Your Favorite Dishes. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 244 – June 9, 2024 Find The Show Notes and Links Mentioned at: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/beginners-guide-to-growing-beans/ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast on Patreon a...

Jun 09, 20241 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 244

Caring For Animals In Hot Weather

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss How To Care For Your Animals When The Weather Turns Hot. Having Livestock and Even Pets Comes With The Responsibility Of Reducing Their Stress As Much As Possible During Times Of High Temperatures, Here's How You Can Help Them. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 243 – June 2, 2024 Find the shownotes and the links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/caring-for-animals-in-hot-weather/ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast on...

Jun 02, 202452 minSeason 1Ep. 243

How To Feed Your Garden: Compost, Compost Tea, Weed Tea and More

On Today’s Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss Several Ways To Feed Your Garden and Maintain Healthy Soil and Healthy Plants. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 242 – May 21, 2024 Find the shownotes and the links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/how-to-feed-your-garden-compost-compost-tea-weed-tea-and-more/ Support the Modern Homesteading Podcast on Patreon and get the perks of membership: https://www.patreon.com/ModernHomesteadingPodcast...

May 21, 20241 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 242

Homesteading and Technology

On Today's Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel Discuss Homesteading and Technology, The Pros and Cons, and a Few Specific Things That Can Make A Difference On The Homestead. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 241 – April 28, 2024 Fing The Shownotes and Links Mentioned at : https://redemptionpermaculture.com/homesteading-and-technology/

Apr 28, 202445 minSeason 1Ep. 241

Homesteading, Yurt Living, and Staying Fit With Guests Mike and Lacie Dickson

Join Rachel as she talks to Mike and Lacie of The Fit Farmer YouTube channel. They cover their journey to homesteading, yurt living, health, bodybuilding and Mike gives us a few tips on staying healthy and fit as a homesteader. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 240 – April 17, 2024 Find the shownotes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/homesteading-yurt-living-and-staying-fit-with-guests-mike-and-lacie-dickson/...

Apr 17, 202457 minSeason 1Ep. 240

Closed Loop Soil Fertility With Guest Nigel Palmer

Rachel interviews Nigel Palmer who is author of The Regenerative Grower's Guide to Garden Amendments, gardener and teacher. They talk about why we should be sourcing our amendments locally, how to, and how easy it is to start with common household kitchen tools. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 239 – April 3, 2024 Find the Shownotes and Links Mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/closed-loop-soil-fertility-with-guest-nigel-palmer/...

Apr 03, 20241 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 239

Gardening In Cold Climates With Guest Krista Green

Join Rachel as she interviews Krista Green of Zone 3 Vegetable Gardening. Krista offers many great tips for season extension, seed starting, transplanting, and more for a head start to a productive garden. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 238 – March 27, 2024 For Shownotes and Links Mentioned Go To - https://redemptionpermaculture.com/gardening-in-cold-climates-with-guest-krista-green...

Mar 27, 202443 minSeason 1Ep. 238

Purpose and Possibilities of Small Scale Urban and Suburban Homesteading

On today’s podcast episode, Harold and Rachel talk about urban and suburban homesteading and whether or not it is worth it, practical, or even really possible right where you are, or should you even bother and just move to the country. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 237 – March 17, 2024 Find the shownotes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/purpose-and-possibilities-of-small-scale-urban-and-suburban-homesteading/...

Mar 17, 20241 hrSeason 1Ep. 237

Getting Started With Seed Starting

On today’s podcast episode, Harold and Rachel talk about everything you need to know about starting your garden from seeds. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 236 – March 3, 2024 Find the shownotes and links mentioned at - https://redemptionpermaculture.com/getting-started-with-seed-starting/

Mar 03, 20241 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 236

Creating Systems For A Gardening and Homestead Revolution: Guest Takota Coen

On today’s podcast episode, Rachel has a conversation with Takota Coen about creating systems for the homestead for greater self-sufficiency, sustainability, and profitability using permaculture principles. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 235 – February 21, 2024 For Show Notes and Links Mentioned Go To - https://redemptionpermaculture.com/creating-systems-for-a-gardening-and-homestead-revolution-guest-takota-coen/

Feb 21, 20241 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 235

Our Favorite Vegetable Varieties To Grow

On today’s podcast episode, Harold and Rachel talk about their favorite vegetable varieties to grow and why. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 234 – February 7, 2024 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/our-favorite-vegetable-varieties-to-grow/

Feb 07, 202454 minSeason 1Ep. 234

Planning A Survival Garden

On today’s podcast episode, Harold and Rachel discuss planning a survival garden, from things to consider to what crops are best to grow. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 233 – January 24, 2024 Find the shownotes and the links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/planning-a-survival-garden/

Jan 24, 20241 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 233

Everything Freeze Drying with Sonya Boone

Join Rachel as she interviews Sonya Boone of Dave and Sonya in Michigan about everything freeze drying. Sonya has decades of experience in the kitchen as a professional baker and food preserver. She owns a homestead in southern Michigan with her husband Dave. Find all the shownotes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/everything-freeze-drying-with-sonya-boone/

Jan 10, 20241 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 232

From Sowing A Few Seeds To A Farm Business: Guest Steve Rice

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold talks with Steve Rice about his journey into homesteading and his farm business growing flowers, elderberry, and fodder trees. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 231 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/from-sowing-a-few-seeds-to-a-farm-business-guest-steve-rice/

Jan 01, 202442 minSeason 1Ep. 231

Growing and Operating A Farm Business with Guest Rob Kaiser

Join Rachel on this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast as she interviews Rob Kaiser of York Meadow Farm about how his family started their farm businesses. Listen as Rob goes into detail on getting a licensed kitchen up and running, taking products to market, and getting food in local stores. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 230 – December 6, 2023 Find the show notes and links of things discussed at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/growing-and-operating-a-farm-business-with-gue...

Dec 06, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 230

Faith, Family, and Farming with Guests Brad and Starla Walker

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold talks with Brad and Starla Walker about their journey into homesteading, healthy eating, large families and a multigenerational perspective, the role their faith plays in homesteading, and their elderberry business. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 229 – November 29, 2023 Find the show notes and the links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/faith-family-and-farming-with-guests-brad-and-starla-walker/...

Nov 29, 202354 minSeason 1Ep. 229

Overcoming The Biggest Hurdles To Growing Food With Guest Marjory Wildcraft

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold talks with Marjory Wildcraft about preparedness, food security, and overcoming the biggest hurdles to growing your own food. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 228 – November 15, 2023 Find the show notes and links mentioned at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/overcoming-the-biggest-hurdles-to-growing-food-with-guest-marjory-wildcraft/...

Nov 15, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 228

Food Security, Healthy Eating, and Homesteading Community with Guest Sophia Eng

On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold talks with Sophia Nguyen Eng about her family’s journey into homesteading, including leaving Silicon Valley to move to the Appalachian Mountains, going back to their roots in food and farming, and growing and cooking nutrient-dense foods using Asian techniques. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 227 – November 8, 2023 Full Show Notes and Links Mentioned Can Be Found At: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/food-security-healthy-eatin...

Nov 08, 202357 minSeason 1Ep. 227
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