A Tiny Homestead

Mary E Lewis
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We became homesteaders three years ago when we moved to our new home on a little over three acres. But, we were learning and practicing homesteading skills long before that. This podcast is about all kinds of homesteaders, and farmers, and bakers - what they do and why they do it. I’ll be interviewing people from all walks of life, different ages and stages, about their passion for doing old fashioned things in a newfangled way. https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  1. 2d ago

    Healthy, Green, and Brave with Rebekah Harmon

    What does it mean to live a more self-sufficient life, feed your family well, and find joy in the everyday work of homesteading? Mary visits with Rebekah Harmon of Healthy, Green, and Brave in rural Idaho. A mom of six, Rebekah shares how she transformed her family's eating habits, discovered the value of growing her own food, and built a homestead that brings her family closer to the land and the food they eat. Mary and Rebekah talk about food storage, emergency preparedness, cooking from scratch, preserving seasonal harvests, and finding ways to grow or source local food, even if you don't have a big garden. They also discuss the learning curve of homesteading, keeping bees and other animals, making homemade foods, and teaching children where their food comes from. This is a warm, honest conversation about building practical skills, making the most of what you have, and finding satisfaction in creating a life that feels meaningful. You don't have to do everything at once. Start small, keep learning, and enjoy the journey. In this episode: Why food storage and basic emergency preparedness matter How to get started cooking from scratch Growing, buying, and preserving seasonal produce Teaching children to appreciate real food Rebekah's journey into homesteading and nutrition The joys and challenges of raising animals and keeping bees Why homesteading encourages creativity, resilience, and lifelong learning Rebekah's upcoming homestead fiction book, Finding Home Find Rebekah: Healthy, Green, and Brave on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Find Mary: Visit A Tiny Homestead for more homesteading conversations and inspiration. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  2. 6d ago

    Sweet Success: The Story Behind It's a Date Bakery

    What happens when a love of baking, a family tradition, and a passion for sharing joy come together? Meet Hasnaa Mokhtar, founder of It's a Date Bakery in Pennsylvania! Hasnaa joins Mary to talk about her journey from journalism and nonprofit work to starting a licensed home bakery specializing in delicious date treats. She shares her love of dates, the many varieties available, creative fillings and chocolate coatings, and why these naturally sweet fruits deserve a place in your kitchen. Mary and Hasnaa also talk about homemade nut butters, reading food labels, the appeal of baking from scratch, and the comfort that comes from creating something with your hands. The conversation takes a heartfelt turn as Hasnaa shares her thoughts on motherhood, personal growth, emotional healing, and raising a son to be kind, confident, and comfortable expressing his emotions. It's a warm, honest conversation about food, family, entrepreneurship, and finding joy in the middle of a busy life. Find It's a Date Bakery: Website: https://itsadatebakery.com Instagram: @its.adatedesserts Visit A Tiny Homestead at https://atinyhomestead.com to learn more about the podcast. Thanks for listening!   This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  3. Oct 23

    Lowcountry Homesteading with Luke Wood

    What if you could turn your skills, your backyard, and your love of the outdoors into a simpler way of life? In this episode, Mary talks with Luke Wood of Lowcountry Homesteading LLC in South Carolina. After years working as a motorcycle technician and land surveyor, Luke decided to build a life that gave him more freedom, more time outdoors, and more opportunities to help others embrace homesteading. Luke shares how he and his family are creating a business around backyard improvements, raised garden beds, fruit trees, walkways, and other projects that help people become more self-sufficient. His wife also makes and sells homemade soap, including a special soap designed to help keep pesky bugs at bay. Mary and Luke discuss gardening through extreme heat and drought, saving water for the garden, growing food at home, and why even a small patch of yard can become a productive garden. They also talk about the value of learning practical skills, using what you have, and finding more happiness in the simple things. Whether you dream of a full homestead or just want to grow a little of your own food, Luke's story is a reminder that you can start where you are and build a more self-reliant life one project at a time. Find Luke: Lowcountry Homesteading LLC on Facebook Find Mary: ATinyHomestead.com Thanks for listening to!   This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  4. Oct 19

    A Visit to J&M’s Hodge Podge Ranch

    Meet Misty and Jamie of J&M’s Hodge Podge Ranch in Kansas! Their little ranch is home to a wonderful mix of animals, including Highland cattle, goats, donkeys, chickens, ducks, sheep, pigs, and emus. What started with a love of Highland cows has grown into a place where people can connect with animals, learn about farm life, and make special memories. We talk about the importance of helping children understand where their food comes from, the joy of introducing kids to farm animals, and why caring for animals takes time, patience, and commitment. You’ll also meet Wheelie Nelson, an adorable disabled goat who has captured hearts with his wheelchair and sweet personality. Misty and Jamie share the realities of caring for Wheelie and their hopes of bringing smiles to children who could use some extra encouragement. Join us for a fun, heartwarming conversation about animals, education, and the rewards of opening your heart and your farm to others. Find J&M’s Hodge Podge Ranch: Look for them on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Visits are by appointment. Learn more about your host at ATinyHomestead.com. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  5. Oct 16

    A New Chapter for Cole Canyon Farms

    Big changes and exciting news are happening at Cole Canyon Farms! Mary welcomes Morgan back for their ninth conversation to share an update on her family's journey through land disputes, farming challenges, and the search for a place to call home. Morgan and her husband have sold their former property and moved to a new 20-acre farm in Montana. Their new home comes with something they desperately needed: water! With a successful well, plenty of outbuildings, a large barn, a fascinating old library, and room to grow, the future is looking brighter than ever. Morgan shares news about her growing goat cheese business, her new Guernsey calf named Mavis, a pregnant pony, plans for a new home and cheese-making room, and an upcoming YouTube channel. She also opens up about the difficult years that brought her family to this point, the lessons she's learned, and why persistence matters when farming gets hard. This conversation is about more than a new farm. It's about family, resilience, learning from setbacks, caring for animals, and trusting that sometimes a difficult chapter can lead to a wonderful new beginning. In this episode, we discuss: Finding and buying the right property for a small farm The challenges and costs of drilling a well Plans for Cole Canyon Farms and future agritourism Growing a goat cheese business and welcoming a new cow Building a farm that can support the next generation The importance of perseverance, family, and hope Join Mary and Morgan for an honest, heartfelt conversation about farming, fresh starts, and the possibilities that come when you keep going. Find Morgan and Cole Canyon Farms: Visit the Cole Canyon Farms website at www.colcanyonfarms.com and look for updates on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Find Mary: Visit atinyhomestead.com to learn more about A Tiny Homestead, and gritandgraceintheheartland.com for Grit and Grace in the Heartland: Women in Agriculture. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  6. Oct 9

    The Wholehearted Rancher

    Join Mary for a conversation with Kristle of The Wholehearted Rancher in central California. Kristle and her husband run a large cattle ranch while also farming almonds, raising a family, and managing the demands of a busy ranching life. Kristle shares the story behind her Branded in Faith T-shirt subscription, created to encourage women in agriculture, ranching, and homesteading. Her mission is to build community, offer inspiration, and remind women to take time for themselves, even when life gets busy. Mary and Kristle also talk about calving season, cattle breeding, the realities of ranch work, and the many people who make it possible to get food from the ranch to our tables. They discuss the importance of supporting agricultural families and recognizing the hard work of everyone in the food supply chain. It's an encouraging conversation about faith, family, hard work, self-care, and following through on a dream. Find Kristle: Website: thewholeheartedrancher.com Find The Wholehearted Rancher on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok for ranch life, inspiration, and Branded in Faith T-shirts.   This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  7. Oct 5

    Common Ground MN

    What happens when farmers and consumers get together and simply start asking questions? A lot of learning, conversation, and connection! In this episode, Mary talks with Kelly Stanek of Common Ground Minnesota about agriculture, women in farming, and the importance of helping consumers understand where their food comes from. Kelly shares how Common Ground Minnesota connects women farmers with consumers through farm dinners, cooking classes, trivia nights, social media, and other events. They talk about both big agriculture and small-scale farming in Minnesota, from corn and soybeans to farm stands, gardens, chickens, and cottage food businesses. Mary and Kelly also talk about why there are no stupid questions when it comes to agriculture. Whether you want to know what that giant machine in the field is doing, why eggs come in different colors, or how food gets from a farm to your table, there are farmers who are happy to share what they know. It is a fun and informative conversation about agriculture, community, and the women who help make it all happen. In this episode: • Common Ground Minnesota and what they do • Women farmers and their role in agriculture • Big agriculture in Minnesota • The growing popularity of farm stands and small-scale farming • Minnesota's cottage food movement • Farm-to-school and agricultural education • Cooking classes and connecting consumers with farmers • Why there are no stupid questions about farming • Chickens, eggs, gardens, and growing your own food • What's coming for Common Ground Minnesota in 2027 Learn more about Common Ground Minnesota at commongroundminnesota.com and find them on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube. And remember, whether you have 1,000 acres or a few tomato plants, you are part of the conversation about food and agriculture.   This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

  8. Oct 2

    Happy Humblestead

    What does it really take to build a homestead that can help support your family? Mary chats with Caitlin from Happy Humblestead in Tennessee about starting small, making money from a homestead, and building a life that works for your family. Caitlin shares how she and her family started their Virginia homestead with just $100 and a dream. From rabbits, quail, canning and sourdough to renting homesteading equipment, their small homestead eventually helped pay the mortgage and even helped launch her husband's business. They also talk about cottage food laws, learning kitchen skills, raising livestock, processing animals, and the emotional highs and lows that come with homesteading. One thing becomes clear: homesteading is not always the pretty picture we see on social media. There are successes, failures, hard decisions and plenty of lessons along the way. Most importantly, Caitlin and Mary talk about why starting small, supporting each other and being honest about the hard parts can make all the difference. Find Caitlin on social media at Happy Humblestead. Find Mary at ATinyHomestead.com. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

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We became homesteaders three years ago when we moved to our new home on a little over three acres. But, we were learning and practicing homesteading skills long before that. This podcast is about all kinds of homesteaders, and farmers, and bakers - what they do and why they do it. I’ll be interviewing people from all walks of life, different ages and stages, about their passion for doing old fashioned things in a newfangled way. https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes

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  • Creator
    Mary E Lewis
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    479
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    A Tiny Homestead

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