What does it look like to homestead as a teen? What if you're a teen who longs to homestead, but your family doesn't own a farm? What are practical ways you can work towards your dream? Today Kayla Visser has some helpful, encouraging insights for you. Kayla was managing her own business at 9 (seriously) and many aspects of her family’s brand-new homestead at 13. Kayla has been a member of The Prairie Homestead team for years, helping run many aspects of our social media and website. A...
May 09, 2022•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join in as I chat with this husband and wife team, Chad & Tara Philipp, of She's Rooted Home, about how they managed to build a homestead in the Southern California Mohave desert. Surrounded by tumbleweeds, with Juniper berry bushes as the only occasional “greenery," they've built a thriving homestead. They share with me how they overcame the numerous obstacles of life in such a dry, arid climate, explaining that success is really all about changing your perspective and living...
May 02, 2022•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today's guest, Kathi Rodgers of Oakhillhomestead.com, not only encourages us that it is possible to homestead effectively throughout the retirement years, but she gives us practical tips to downsizing wisely, and effectively tweaking the way you do things, as you look toward homesteading during the golden years. Where you can find Kathi : oakhillhomestead.com facebook.com/OakHillHomestead instagram.com/oakhillhomestead Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditc...
Apr 25, 2022•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast From jogging strollers to dandelions, this episode we're breaking down lots of ways to see things differently when you're homesteading with littles, how to make them a team member on your homestead early on, and why you can expect your kids to rise to the occasion. Find my beef here: Genuine Beef Co. Learn more about Freedom Foundry here ---> http://freedomfoundry.us Ready to join the newsletter for mavericks who value free-thinking, ditching the status quo, and taking charge of eve...
Apr 18, 2022•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's calving season, I'm deep into writing book #2 (this one isn't a cookbook), and I thought it was time to catch you up on some things. In this episode we'll talk about what's going on with me and social media lately, why I've been craving deep dives into meaty topics, what I'm reading currently, and (drum roll please!) the exciting theme of next season here on the podcast. I think you're gonna love this! Learn more about Freedom Foundry here ---> htt...
Mar 28, 2022•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Join me as I sit down with one of my very favorite persons, Michelle Visser. Michelle's family raises pigs on their New England farm. (In fact, reach out to Michelle if you're looking for a great source of pasture-raised pork in the New Hampshire area.) Michelle is also a published author and my Marketing & Project Manager (pretty much one of my right hands on The Prairie Homestead team). Michelle and I get a little starry-eyed and do a deep dive into two good animal fats today. We...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're diving deep into the unseen world of sourdough microbes. Karyn Newman, author of the new book Sourdough by Science , personifies the many parts of our sourdough starters and explains the chemistry happening in our kitchens to help us make perfect sourdough loaves. Every time. Find out the best time to feed your starter, why the fridge is your starter's friend, and what character in your starter is the most important one (and how to care for it best). Even learn how to conve...
Mar 14, 2022•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast Today we're talking about meat in a way we haven't before here on the podcast. My good friend, Justin Rhodes, is sitting down with me to talk about his version of what some people might call the carnivore diet, or the zero carb diet. Basically, we're talking about what it looks like to eat an exclusively animal-based diet. We're debunking casseroles, joking about cabbage killers, talking about chickens as gardeners, and agreeing that neither of us are fans of tongue tacos. Ch...
Mar 07, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast With my guest today, certified nutritionist Karalynne Call, we’re breaking down the details you need to know about the ingredients you find on the grocery store shelves. We discuss many red flags to watch for and a great rule of thumb for someone just starting out on this effort to choose the best ingredients. Karalynne Call is a mom of 6 who began her own health journey 15 years ago after battling severe depression. She launched her own successful line of clean products in 2019 and offers helpf...
Feb 28, 2022•47 min•Transcript available on Metacast With today’s guest, Lisa Steele of Fresh Eggs Daily, we’re taking a deep dive into farm fresh eggs and talking about all the elephants in the coop, so to speak. We chat about salmonella. We discuss the flaws to the float test, what an egg’s bloom really is, what about fresh eggs bring out our angry side, Lisa’s favorite way to preserve eggs (and why she doesn’t do it often), the down side of refrigerated eggs, and lots more egg topics. Find Lisa at Fresh Eggs Daily and under the same name on all...
Feb 21, 2022•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast In today’s episode, I’m thrilled to be chatting with a long-time friend, Lisa Bass, of Farmhouse on Boone. Lisa talks about how she lived the farm life while living in town. And how she cooked like a homesteader before she even owned a farm. And Lisa and I delve deep into a topic that has always been a thorn in my side. Lisa breaks down the secrets behind her meal planning, how she’s developed a system of routines that works well for her large family. We chat about our family’s staple meals. And...
Feb 14, 2022•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast We’re diving into a topic we’ve never discussed here before, and I think you’re going to love the insight Stacy Lyn Harris brings to this “meaty” episode. We’re breaking down the numerous benefits to hunted meats, comparing grass-fed beef to wild meat, talking about how to hunt even if you don’t own land to hunt on, and even walking through exactly how to start if you’re new to hunting and how to prepare wild game versus domesticated meat. Stacy Lyn Harris is a best-selling cookbook author. She ...
Feb 07, 2022•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast A Skeptic's Guide to Eating Offal I have to confess. There I was, a homesteader who has been raising and butchering our meat for well over a decade, but I didn’t even know the proper way to pronounce “offal,” not alone how to process organ meats to make nutritional meals out of them. And I didn’t know if I wanted to know. Today I'm talking about the liver and the heart and lots of other good stuff with the author of It Takes Guts and Carnivore-ish and the host of Muscle Maven Radio. Tr...
Jan 31, 2022•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast What Stage of Homesteading are You In? In today’s episode, we’re talking about a true light-bulb moment for me, when I realized that homesteading happens in distinct stages and I realized which stage we were in and why. We define the 3 stages and talk about what takes you in—and out—of each stage. This episode will challenge you to seriously challenge yourself with a palpable life plan, remind you of what genuinely brings satisfaction, and encourage you to truly look at where you're at and ...
Jan 24, 2022•21 min•Transcript available on Metacast Greetings again my friends! While it was great to take some time off and enjoy the holidays with my family, I’m thrilled to kick off this new season of the podcast. While there has been a huge shift over the past few years toward grassfed products, some people find the taste of real foods somewhat shocking. The truth is, products like eggs, dairy, and beef can taste different than what most people are used to? Why is this? In today’s episode, we find out why what an animal eats effects the taste...
Jan 17, 2022•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast We made it! Yes my friends, we've made it to the end of another season, and what a season it has been. Throughout the past couple months, I've been discussing how to opt out of many of the systems that govern modern life. While I've enjoyed creating a new style of content and discussing new topics I've never talked about before, it has come with a fair share of criticism. In today's episode, I discuss some of the valid criticism I received over this season, why I object ...
Dec 13, 2021•29 min•Transcript available on Metacast While we've been discussing opting out of various systems throughout this entire season, most of our solutions have been to seek out things that aren't necessarily mainstream. However, there is one area of the food system that most of you have the opportunity to take ownership of in your own home. In today's episode, I'm joined by my friend Bailey Vantassel, a garden blogger and enthusiast from California. Together we start at the beginning, discussing how to determine what c...
Dec 06, 2021•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's no secret at this point. No matter where you look, it's likely supply chain issues have had some type of impact on your life. Even though I strive to be as independent as possible, I'm not immune to these issues either. We still rely on the store for things like chicken feed, pig feed, seeds, and other essential items needed to keep the homestead running. On today's episode, I cover how I'm taking steps to prepare for the inevitable supply chain hiccups. This includ...
Nov 29, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast While opting out of chemical laden food seems like a no-brainer for everyone, there's another not-so-obvious industry that effects all of our daily lives. Whether it's hand soaps, lotion, shampoo, or make-up, cosmetics and skincare products carry some of the most toxic chemicals out there. So how do we combat this problem? Today I'm thrilled to be joined by my friend Emily Toups. Emily is the founder of Toups & Co., an organic make up and skin care company based out of Alabama...
Nov 22, 2021•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever wondered why real food can seem so expensive? I know I have, and there were even times in my life where I opted to take the cheaper route when it comes to my food choices. However, please be aware that the price you're paying for your food doesn't ultimately doesn't reflect the total cost. In today's episode, I cover the true costs of some of your favorite foods, different ways to maximize your food budget, why soy and corn are so cheap, and so much more. No mat...
Nov 15, 2021•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast Now more than ever, it seems people are looking to move and start a homestead of their own. However, there's some very important things to consider when uprooting your life and moving to a new area. In today's episode, I cover why fully understanding the weather is crucial, why you need to look into Food Freedom laws, how long a growing season lasts, and so much more. This episode is CRUCIAL for anyone looking to make a move now or anytime in the future. Trust me when I say that taking...
Nov 08, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast As a whole, we as humans are more distracted than we've ever been at any point in our history. We now have available to us an unlimited stream of instant distractions in the form of phones, email, apps, social media, Netflix, etc. Ultimately, what it all boils down to is focus. In today's episode, I share with you some of my best strategies to stay focused on day-to-day tasks and keep on track with big goals. Listen to find out how to set your phone for success, how to use the 80/20 ru...
Nov 01, 2021•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast Without question, reading outside on the porch is my favorite way to relax on the the homestead. However, contrary to popular belief, you won't find me sitting around reading homesteading books for 8 hours a day. In today's episode, I cover my favorite subjects, what I'm reading right now, my feelings on audio books vs. physical books, and what's next on my reading list. Make sure you stay tuned until the end to find out what controversial author I've found to be transfo...
Oct 25, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast As I touched on in a previous episode, much of my evolution as a homesteader and as a person in general has revolved around saying 'NO' to traditional systems. However, a recent trip to Virginia forced me to confront another system that I'm not so fond of but have reluctantly accepted in the past: public transportation. Listen to today's episode to find out why I had so much anxiety over flying, how a cancelled flight led to a cross country road trip, and why (and how) Christ...
Oct 19, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast When it comes to homesteaders, in many ways we're natural born preppers. While we might not be preparing for the apocalypse, we're always focused on looking down the road to be ready for any situation. One particular situation that always comes up in my head is "What if you couldn't buy food at the grocery store?" In today's episode, I cover the three steps I'm taking to prepare my family for any food supply related issues. I also explain why it's importan...
Oct 11, 2021•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast Society creates systems for us to live by far before we are ever conscious of what is going on. While some of these systems might help us, many of them can also harm us and prevent us from achieving greater things in life . In our pursuit of our homestead dreams, we inadvertently cast aside several of the most common and harmful societal constructs. In today's episode, I'm going to cover how opting out of financial, medical, educational, and agricultural systems have created freedom an...
Oct 04, 2021•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast For a variety of reasons homeschooling has become a hot topic in 2021. While I consider myself to be a homeschooling veteran by now, I'm dealing with something completely brand new this year. For the first time ever, I will have three kids in school at the same time! No matter if you're a seasoned professional or a first time homeschooler, I'm here to dish out my favorite tricks to save time, explain how to teach multiple ages at once, and share my homeschool curriculum for this y...
Sep 27, 2021•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast Hello again my friends! With so much going on in my personal life and business, I realized I was hitting a wall. After going and going non-stop, I found myself becoming resentful. No matter how much I fought it in my mind, everything around me was telling me I needed to take a break. The past month or so has made me realize that while homesteading is a major part of my life, by no means is it the only part of me. In the past I've been hesitant to speak on other topics, and in today's e...
Sep 21, 2021•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's that time again my friends. We've reached the end of another season. As I reflected on the different methods of food preservation we've covered over the past several weeks, I came to a surprising realization. There was one common thread between every preservation method. Can you guess what it is? Yes, that's right! Salt is the one constant for all your preservation needs. In today's episode, I cover the different types of salts, why salt can turn your food colors, a...
Aug 12, 2021•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast When it comes to the art of canning, many times it's best to do things by the book. However, as my guest today will explain, there are still opportunities to push the boundaries and get creative. In today's episode I'm joined by my friend Angi Schneider, an author and food preservation specialist who is an expert canner. Together we discuss some of the biggest myths about canning, why salt and sugar aren't necessary, the truth about acid, and so much more. Most important, Ang...
Aug 09, 2021•50 min•Transcript available on Metacast