Old Fashioned On Purpose

Does a garden really require blood, sweat, and tears to grow well? It's easy to think that, but what if we found a way to work *with* nature instead of against it? 

In today's episode, I'm sharing the…

We talk a lot about returning to our roots and reclaiming heritage skills... but what role does your family heritage REALLY play in your homesteading efforts? How can you lean on it for motivation du…

Sourdough bread made with freshly-milled flour. It's many a homesteader's dream, but those whole wheat loaves can easily turn into a nightmare if you're not prepared. 

I am so excited to be joined by …

Ever been accused of being a "fun hater?" If so, you're not alone. In fact, it seems to be a common trait in those of us drawn towards old-fashioned things. 

Find out the difference between fun vs. fl…

Note: Due to privacy reasons, Reesa has deleted her website.

Even though I live ON-grid with electricity and running water, sometimes I day-dream about what it'd be like to live completely off-grid in…

It's no secret-- I am an unfit sourdough parent. I often forget to feed it and I regularly leave it in my fridge for 8 months at a time. Yet-- even through my sourdough faux paus, I'm able to maintai…

There's a lot of fear floating around the homestead community lately. 

In today's episode I'll share my history with paranoia, how it ultimately will hurt your homestead, and why I no longer subscribe…

The world of whole wheat can be ridiculously overwhelming: Hard, soft, winter, spring, red, white... and that doesn't even take into account all the different varieties out there. 

In today's episode …

Last year we decided to stop watching TV for 6 months. In the process we learned a lot of new skills and made the internet very angry. 

Today I'm breaking down our decision in detail and sharing my be…

A homestead that funds itself... that's the dream, isn't it? We've covered a number of income-producing ideas on the show over the years, and I have another one for you today. 

I'm joined by the brill…

How do you know when to PERSEVERE and when to PRUNE?? We recently listed the soda fountain for sale, which has (understandably) caused a stir. 

Today I'm sharing the decision making process that got u…

"How do you find a community of like-minded people who share your beliefs?" I get this question a lot and my answer might surprise you. 

It also prompted some interesting discussion on social media, s…

Most homesteaders are frustrated with the modern healthcare system, but disentangling ourselves from it is easier said than done. 

I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Amber Belt today as we discuss how t…

I've been promising this episode for months, and it's finally here! Christian is joining me to finally share the entire charter school saga and trust me-- it's a doozy! It's the hardest project we've…

Who would have thought the world of olive oil would be so fascinating? From the "Agromafia" to "Three cough oils" to how to develop your palate like an olive oil connoisseur, this is an episode you w…

Tis the season for fresh garden dreams and pretty seed catalogs. It's easy to get swept away in the excitement of a new season, but before you whip out the credit card and order a pile of new seeds, …

If you have a homestead of any kind, failures are inevitable. And the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to create action plans on how to prevent missteps in the coming year. 

In this podcast…

Whew! 2023 was a doozy and not without some major mountain top AND valley moments. Join me as I break down my biggest wins (and lessons) of the past year.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Lesson #1: Be extre…

You’ve probably heard me say that starting your own seeds is one of the most cost-effective things you can do on your homestead. And while it's not difficult, a lot of people struggle with it. 

I'm th…

They're two of the most burning questions in the homestead world right now: "How do I find land?" and "How can I make money from my land?"

In the current economy, this can feel like an impossible task…