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

    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

  2. 5d ago

    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

  3. Sep 30

    nocrumbsleft

    In this episode of A Tiny Homestead, Mary talks with Teri Turner of nocrumbsleft about cooking, creativity, food, and the joy of learning as you go. Teri shares how her love of food and cooking unexpectedly grew into a successful online business. She talks about becoming a self-taught cook, creating recipes, working with seasonal ingredients, and why she believes you should start by cooking what you actually love to eat. Mary and Teri also talk about learning from mistakes in the kitchen, making recipes your own, cooking with whatever ingredients you have available, and why there is no single "right" way to cook. The conversation turns toward holiday cooking, Thanksgiving traditions, homemade stuffing, cranberry sauce, casseroles, and creative ways to change up recipes you may not normally enjoy. They also discuss teaching children to cook, building confidence in the kitchen, and the importance of giving kids the skills they need to take care of themselves. Most of all, this conversation is about following your interests, trying new things, making mistakes, and discovering that cooking can be both practical and incredibly rewarding. In this episode: How Teri Turner found her way into food blogging Why cooking what you love is a great place to start Learning cooking skills through experimentation Why recipes are guidelines, not rules Making delicious food with whatever you have available Thanksgiving traditions and favorite dishes Creative twists on traditional recipes Teaching kids to cook and become more independent Why it's okay to make mistakes in the kitchen Finding joy in cooking real food Learn more about Mary and A Tiny Homestead at atinytinyhomestead.com and follow Teri Turner and nocrumbsleft on social media. 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. Sep 28

    The Old Farmer's Almanac 2027

    Carol Connare, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, is back on the podcast for a fun and wide-ranging conversation about weather, gardening, nature, and the new 2027 edition of the almanac. Mary and Carol talk about unusual weather patterns, long-range forecasting, El Niño, changing weather signals, and why this year has left even longtime weather watchers feeling a little confused. They also get into home remedies and useful plants, including ginger, lemon balm, elderberry, aloe, comfrey, and witch hazel. Mary shares some favorite family remedies and memories from raising her kids. Plus, they talk about growing apples, tomatoes, watching birds and insects, the signs nature gives us, and why slowing down and paying attention to the natural world can reveal some pretty amazing things. Carol also shares the story behind the almanac's "Best Days" calendar and what happened when editor Tim Goodwin decided to follow it for an entire year. If you've ever wondered what nature is trying to tell you, this conversation is full of stories, traditions, gardening wisdom, and plenty of weather talk. Find more from The Old Farmer’s Almanac at almanac.com. Find Mary at atinyhomestead.com. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. Good Egg 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. Sep 25

    BRC Fallow Deer

    What happens when your husband suggests raising fallow deer while you're in labor? For Becky Compton of BRC Fallow Deer in Kansas, it eventually led to a whole new way of farming. Mary talks with Becky about raising fallow deer alongside cattle, rabbits, bees and a garden. Becky shares how her family got started with deer, what makes fallow deer different from whitetails, and why fawning season is her favorite time of year. They also talk about bottle-feeding baby deer, teaching children responsibility through farm life, the importance of safety around bucks during rut, and the many ways fallow deer can be raised as an alternative livestock option. And yes, Mary gets plenty of answers to her very important questions about baby deer, including what they sound like! Learn more about Becky and BRC Fallow Deer at brcdeer.com and on social media at BRC Fallow Deer. Thanks for listening to A Tiny Homestead! This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. Good Egg 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. Sep 23

    Barefoot and Breathing

    What do Naked and Afraid, homesteading, gardening, wild foods, and curiosity have in common? A lot more than you might think! In this episode, Mary talks with Alexandra of Barefoot and Breathing in upstate New York about her unforgettable experience on Naked and Afraid, living off the land, teaching children where their food comes from, and discovering just how resourceful we can be when we have to be. Alexandra shares stories about surviving in the Colombian jungle, starting fires with flint and steel, making a heated bed from hot coals, raising animals, gardening, natural dyeing, and learning homesteading skills through travel and hands-on experience. They also talk about wild berries, chickens, kittens, ducklings, cooking, getting kids connected to food and nature, and why you don't need livestock or a huge garden to start homesteading. The biggest lesson? Homesteading can look different for everyone. It can be as simple as cooking from scratch, growing a few plants, learning about wild foods, or becoming more curious about the natural world around you. Alexandra reminds us that experience and curiosity are two of the greatest teachers, and sometimes the most interesting paths in life begin when we simply say yes. Find Alexandra at Barefoot and Breathing: Instagram: @barefootandbreathing Website: barefootandbreathing.net Learn more about A Tiny Homestead at atinyo­homestead.com. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. Good Egg 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. Sep 21

    The Coastal Homestead

    What does homesteading look like in Florida? Mary talks with Jess from The Coastal Homestead about raising three homeschooled kids, keeping chickens, gardening, raising golden doodles, and starting a flower farm on one acre in Central Florida. Jess shares what it's like to homestead without traditional seasons, how she prepares for Florida's growing season, and why she started breeding golden doodles. They also talk about puppy genetics, raising puppies with young children, the joys of watching a mama dog with her babies, and the importance of giving puppies a good start. Of course, Mary and Jess spend plenty of time talking about dogs, including Maggie, Mary's Australian shepherd, and the many ways our animals become part of our families. The conversation also touches on something bigger: learning to let go of other people's opinions and being confident in the choices that work for your own family. Jess also shares her new garden mail club, which sends seasonal seeds, growing guides, tips and fun extras right to your mailbox. Find Jess at The Coastal Homestead: Instagram: @the_coastal_homestead Website: thecoastalhomestead.net Facebook: The Coastal Homestead Thanks for listening to A Tiny Homestead!   This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. Good Egg 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. Sep 18

    Montana Country Homesteading - Building Skills, Income, and Community with Diane Graber

    Mary welcomes Diane Graber of Montana Country Homesteading back to the podcast for a conversation about something Diane is passionate about: helping women build skills, create income, and become more financially prepared for whatever life may bring. Diane shares how women can turn their talents, passions, and homesteading resources into income. They also talk about cooking from scratch, preserving food, stretching a grocery budget, using what you already have, upcycling, and finding creative ways to make life work without spending more money. The conversation also turns to parenting, teaching children practical skills, the satisfaction of a job well done, and the importance of getting kids outside and involved in everyday life. At the heart of the conversation is community. Diane explains why connecting with other women, sharing knowledge, and helping one another can make a tremendous difference. Mary and Diane's conversation is full of practical ideas, personal stories, and encouragement to become more capable, resourceful, and connected. Learn more about Diane and Montana Country Homesteading at MontanaCountryHomesteading.com or find the community on Facebook. Find Mary at ATinyHomestead.com. This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company. Good Egg 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
    473
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    A Tiny Homestead

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