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Welcome to Barn & Soul, a podcast brought to you by Dalby Farm - where we will explore the heart of "pet farm" life, learn about critically populated (if not outright) endangered farm breeds, and highlight the deep connections between animals and humans which we strive to encourage and preserve.The farm has been Kendall's (your host) family since 1861 but it wasn't always a sanctuary for endangered farm breeds or an educational venue for the community. This podcast will touch upon aspects of the farms history, offer insight and advice as it pertains to owning farm animals as pets- and arguably most importantly - share vital information about these endangered farm breeds;  what their roles are in our past AND why they're needed in our future.New Episodes: Wednesdays at 9PM EST#barnandsoul #farmlife #weloveanimals #petfarm #hobbyfarm #educationalfarm 🔔 Subscribe for more farm life insights, rare breed conservation, and the behind-the-scenes of running a small farm! Remember, all the animals on our farm our PETS! They live out their days as educational ambassadors to our community far & wide! Please follow us here on Youtube!Find us on Instagram & Facebook @DalbyFarmShop our Online Country Store! https://www.dalbyfarm.com/country-storeAt least 50% of all shop revenue directly helps fund the care & upkeep of our 160 year old educational family farm and all the endangered breeds who live there.

  1. MAR 19

    Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 37 - When You're Overwhelmed, The Farm Still Waits...

    Send us Fan Mail Some weeks/months/seasons don’t go according to plan. In this shorter, more personal episode of Barn & Soul, Kendall shares what it feels like to fall behind, feel overwhelmed, and still show up—because on a farm, the work doesn’t pause. Through quiet moments with the animals at Dalby Farm, this episode explores the difference between pressure and presence, and why farming has a way of grounding us when everything else feels like too much. From the steady rhythm of daily chores to the deeper truth that heritage farming isn’t about perfection - but continuity - this is a reminder that showing up, even imperfectly, is enough. If you’ve been feeling off your rhythm, behind, or stretched too thin… this episode is for you. 🐐 Fast Facts Featured in This Episode Over 70% of small farmers report experiencing burnout during peak or transitional seasonsDecision fatigue can reduce productivity by up to 40% over timeLivestock care requires daily consistency, regardless of external stress or workload🌿 In This Episode, We Explore What overwhelm actually looks like in day-to-day farm lifeThe mental weight of “falling behind” in creative and physical workWhy animals don’t measure productivity—and what we can learn from thatThe concept of continuity vs. perfection in heritage breed farmingHow farms naturally guide us back to presence and prioritization📍 About Dalby Farm Dalby Farm is a historic family farm in Scituate, Massachusetts, dedicated to preserving rare and endangered heritage breeds, including Arapawa Island goats, Ossabaw Island hogs, Shetland sheep, and more. 💬 Let’s Stay Connected Have a question about farm life, rare breeds, or something you’d like covered in a future episode? Reach out or leave a comment—we’d love to hear from you. Support the show

    13 min

  2. MAR 5

    Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 36 - Why Humans Need Animals (More Than We Admit)

    Send a text 🎙 Barn & Soul Podcast - Where farming meets heart, history, and a mission to preserve the past for a more sustainable future.  Episode 36 -  Why Humans Need Animals (More Than We Admit). If animals are no longer required for survival, why are we still so deeply drawn to them? In this episode of Barn & Soul, we explore the historical, psychological, and emotional reasons humans continue to need animals in modern life. From the Agricultural Revolution to therapy dogs, from childhood empathy to rising loneliness statistics, this conversation looks at the human–animal bond through both research and lived experience. Animals helped build civilization. They powered agriculture, transportation, communication, and trade. Today, they regulate our nervous systems, shape childhood development, reduce stress, and quietly anchor our sense of connection in a world that often feels disconnected. The question is not whether animals are useful. The question is whether humans are fully human without them. Until next time, take care—and don’t forget to appreciate the rare and wonderful things in life. References and Sources American Pet Products Association National Pet Owners Survey and Industry Spending Reports https://www.americanpetproducts.org/ Human Animal Bond Research Institute Research on pet ownership, loneliness, and mental health https://www.habri.org/ U.S. Surgeon General Advisory (2023) Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation https://www.hhs.gov/sites/default/files/surgeon-general-social-connection-advisory.pdf National Institutes of Health Human–Animal Interaction Research and cortisol studies https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2018/02/power-pets American Heart Association Dog ownership and mortality risk meta-analysis published in Circulation https://www.ahajournals.org/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Health Benefits of the Human–Animal Bond https://www.cdc.gov/healthypets/health-benefits/ U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Service Dogs and PTSD Research https://www.research.va.gov/ University of Cambridge Research on children’s empathy and pet ownership Waltham Petcare Science Institute Child development and pet interaction studies https://www.waltham.com/ United States Department of Agriculture Census of Agriculture and agritourism data https://www.nass.usda.gov/ United States Department of Agriculture History of domestication and livestock agriculture https://www.usda.gov/ American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals History of animal welfare in urban settings https://www.aspca.org/ Grand View Research Animal-Assisted Therapy Market Projections https://www.grandviewresearch.com/ Morgan Stanley Research Global Pet Industry Growth Projections https://www.morganstanley.com/ International Society for Anthrozo Support the show

    22 min

  3. FEB 19

    Barn & Soul Podcast - Episode 35: The Difference Between Animal Lovers and Animal Caretakers

    Send a text What does it really mean to care for animals? In this episode of Barn & Soul, we explore the quiet but powerful difference between loving animals and being responsible for their lives every single day. From daily routines and financial realities to emotional bonds and unseen sacrifices, this conversation takes an honest look at what animal care truly involves. This is not a judgment of animal lovers. It is a compassionate, behind-the-scenes look at the commitment, responsibility, and lifelong dedication that animal caretakers carry. Whether you visit farms, share your home with pets, or simply feel a deep connection to animals, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on the work that happens long after the joyful moments end. Because animals are not experiences. They are lives. Until next time, take care—and don’t forget to appreciate the rare and wonderful things in life. References and Sources American Pet Products Association (APPA) APPA National Pet Owners Survey and Industry Spending Reports https://www.americanpetproducts.org/ American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Pet Statistics and Shelter Intake Data https://www.aspca.org/helping-people-pets/shelter-intake-and-surrender United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Livestock and Poultry Care, Daily Labor Requirements and Husbandry Resources https://www.usda.gov/ Journal Anthrozoös Human–Animal Interaction Research on Compassion Fatigue and Caregiver Stress International Society for Anthrozoology https://www.isaz.net/ University of Lincoln, School of Life Sciences Research on Animal–Human Bond and Recognition of Primary Caregivers https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/ American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Veterinary Care Costs, Access to Care, and Industry Trends https://www.avma.org/ American Veterinary Medical Association Economic Reports Trends in Veterinary Service Costs and Pet Healthcare Spending https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/reports-statistics Support the show

    22 min

  4. FEB 12

    Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 34 - What Farm Animals Actually Need in a New England Cold Snap

    Send a text Bitter Cold Survival: What Farm Animals Actually Need in a New England Storm What do farm animals actually need during a bitter New England cold snap? After weeks of snow, ice, and forecasts hinting at more, this episode is a practical winter survival guide for animal care during extreme weather. We’re talking about what truly keeps animals safe in storms, what people often get wrong, and why winter care is less about gadgets and more about systems. In this episode, we walk through the essentials of cold-weather animal care: Why dry + wind protection + calories + unfrozen water matter more than heatThe real risks of heat lamps and why they can become dangerous in coops and barnsHow chickens, sheep, goats, and pigs actually handle cold temperaturesPractical winter strategies like deep bedding, ventilation, staging water, and storm preparationThe sustainable, low-tech “storm hacks” that make winter chores safer and more manageableIf you’re caring for animals during winter storms—or just curious about how farms operate when the world outside looks like a snow globe with consequences—this episode is for you. Because winter animal care isn’t about perfection. It’s about systems that work when conditions don’t. Fast facts in this episode Frostbite risk in poultry is driven by cold + moisture, not cold alone.Sheep and goats tolerate cold well but struggle with wet conditions and wind exposure.Fire safety organizations warn that heat lamps and heaters are major coop and barn fire risks.Extension guidance consistently emphasizes water access, dry bedding, wind protection, and monitoring as the foundations of cold-weather livestock care.Resources & further reading University of Maine Cooperative Extension & Maine Dept. of Agriculture — Cold weather livestock care guidanceUniversity of Minnesota Extension — Caring for chickens in cold weather (ventilation, moisture, frostbite)University of Maine Cooperative Extension — Winter Care of Laying Hens bulletinMichigan State University Extension — Preparing goats and sheep for winter weatherOhio State University Extension — Cold stress and shelter guidance for small ruminantsUSDA National Agroforestry Center — Windbreaks for livestock operationsNational Fire Protection Association — Chicken coop fire and electrical safetyPenn State Extension — Barn fire prevention resourcesNew Hampshire DOT — Salt brine anti-icing concept (for walkways and human safety)Support the show

    17 min

  5. JAN 29

    Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 33 - The Ones Who Stay: Why Some People Don't Leave Farming and Why Some Start

    Send a text 🎙 Barn & Soul — Episode 33 The Ones Who Stay: Why Some People Don’t Leave Farming, and Why Some Start Why would anyone choose farming, especially now? In this episode of Barn & Soul, Kendall takes a grounded, first-hand  AND data-informed look at one of the most enduring questions in agriculture: why some people stay in farming despite the odds, why others leave, and why new people continue to begin anyway. Using the latest U.S. agricultural census data, income reports, and research on farm structure and wellbeing, this episode explores the realities behind romantic ideas of farming and the quieter truths that don’t always make it into the conversation. This episode isn’t about glorifying hardship or offering easy answers. It’s about seeing farming clearly- as work that is relational, meaningful, demanding, and deeply human. Whether you farm, hope to someday, or simply care about where food comes from and who produces it, The Ones Who Stay offers context, compassion, and clarity for a system that holds more people together than we often realize. 📚 References & Sources USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) 2022 Census of Agriculture Highlights: Farms and Farmland (March 2024)USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) 2022 Census of Agriculture Highlights: New and Beginning Producers (2024)USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) 2022 Census of Agriculture Highlights: Farm Producers (Average Age Data)USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) Farm Household Income Estimates (January 27, 2025)USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) Farm Household Income Forecast (September 3, 2025)USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) Charts of Note: Direct-to-Consumer and Other Direct Marketing Sales, 2022 Census (March 21, 2024)USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) Access to Farmland by Beginning and Socially Disadvantaged Farmers: Issues and Opportunities (AP-096, 2022)Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Suicide Rates by Industry and Occupation — MMWR (2023)CDC / NIOSH Farm community mental health and occupational risk research collectionsNational Young Farmers Coalition 2022 survey and reporting on beginning farmer challenges, land access, and prioritiesSupport the show

    32 min

  6. JAN 22

    Barn & Soul Podcast : Episode 32 - Why We Save What We Love: Human Psychology Behind Conservation

    Send a text Why do some animals, places, and species inspire fierce protection… while others quietly disappear? In this episode of Barn & Soul, Kendall explores the real psychology behind conservation - not just the statistics and extinction charts, but the emotional bonds that actually move people to care, act, and protect. Drawing from conservation psychology, environmental research, and lived experience on a heritage-breed farm, this episode asks a deceptively simple question: why do we save what we love? From biophilia and nature connectedness to empathy, storytelling, and sense of place, we unpack why facts alone rarely change behavior... and why love, identity, and relationship are doing far more work than we tend to admit. You’ll hear how childhood experiences shape lifelong environmental values, why naming animals changes how people respond to conservation, and how heritage livestock breeds offer a powerful case study in saving what we understand. This episode blends research-backed insight with farm stories, offering a grounded, human-sized approach to conservation - one that doesn’t rely on guilt or fear, but on connection, memory, and care. Whether you’re a parent, educator, farmer, animal lover, or someone feeling overwhelmed by the state of the world, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to save everything... you just have to love something enough to protect it. 📚 Sources & Further Reading Whitburn, J., Linklater, W., & Abrahamse, W. (2019). Meta-analysis of human connection to nature and pro-environmental behaviour. People and Nature. Kirkey, J. R. (2024). What’s love got to do with it? A biophilia-based approach to conservation. Frontiers in Conservation Science. Raymond, C. M. et al. (2025). The effect of empathy with nature and humans on conservation behaviour. Journal of Environmental Psychology. Chawla, L. (2020). Childhood nature connection and constructive hope. People and Nature. Oh, R. Y. Y. et al. (2021). Connection to nature predicted by family values, social norms, and experiences. Journal of Environmental Psychology. Castillo-Huitrón, N. M. et al. (2020). The importance of human emotions for wildlife conservation. Frontiers in Psychology. Batavia, C. et al. (2021). Emotion as a source of moral understanding in conservation. Conservation Biology. van Eeden, L. M. et al. (2025). Why do (or don’t) people protect nature? Global Environmental Psychology. Richardson, M. et al. (2020). Applying pathways to nature connectedness. Journal of Outdoor and Environmental Education. The Livestock Conservancy. Conservation Genetics & Heritage Breeds. Farm Flavor (2024). What Are Heritage Breeds and Why Are They Important? CFSPH. Heritage Livestock Breeds – Why Are They Important? U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Sense of Place Supports Climate and Drought Resilience. Craig, G. (2023). Fight for the Wild: Emotion and place in conservation. Taylor & Francis. Fabien Cousteau interview (2017). “People protect what they love…” LUXUO. Support the show

    37 min

  7. JAN 15

    Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 31- Still Here at 165: Scituate, Stewardship, and the Future of Dalby

    Send a text 🎙 Barn & Soul Podcast - Where farming meets heart, history, and a mission to preserve the past for a more sustainable future.  Episode 31 - Still Here at 165: Scituate, Stewardship, and the Future of Dalby Dalby Farm turns 165 years old in 2026. Founded in 1861, this family farm has weathered generations of change in Scituate, Massachusetts. In this re entry episode, Kendall reflects on what it truly means to still be here, and why endurance is not the same as ease. This episode zooms out to place Dalby within the longer history of Scituate and the South Shore, then zooms back in to the daily realities of keeping a family farm and an endangered heritage breed mission alive in the modern world. Through real data, lived experience, and honest reflection, Kendall explores how farming has changed since the 19th century, why land pressure and aging producers matter, and what is quietly at risk when small farms disappear. Rather than romanticizing farm life, this conversation looks directly at responsibility, repetition, and care. It considers how stewardship evolves over time, why rare breeds require active commitment, and how shared responsibility may be the only sustainable path forward for farms like Dalby. This episode is for anyone who has ever looked at something they love and wondered how much longer they can carry it, and then chose to keep going anyway. Resources Dalby Farm. Our Farm and Friends. https://www.dalbyfarm.com/our-farm-and-friends United States Department of Agriculture. National Agricultural Statistics Service. 2022 Census of Agriculture Executive Briefing. https://www.nass.usda.gov/Publications/AgCensus/2022/index.php United States Department of Agriculture. Economic Research Service. Farms and Land in Farms Summary. https://www.ers.usda.gov/topics/farm-economy/farm-structure-and-organization/ Choices Magazine. Analysis of the 2022 Census of Agriculture. https://www.choicesmagazine.org Mass Audubon. Losing Ground. 2003 and 2020 Editions. https://www.massaudubon.org/our-work/advocacy/land-protection/losing-ground The Livestock Conservancy. Conservation Priority List and Breed Definitions. https://livestockconservancy.org/conservation-priority-list/ Scituate Historical Society. History of Scituate, Massachusetts. https://www.scituatehistoricalsociety.org Support the show

    27 min

  8. JAN 8

    Barn & Soul Podcast: Episode 30 - Back From the Brink: Species We Thought Were Gone but.. Weren’t?

    Send a text 🎙 Barn & Soul Podcast - Where farming meets heart, history, and a mission to preserve the past for a more sustainable future. Episode 30 - Back From the Brink: Species We Thought Were Gone but.. Weren’t? What if extinction is not always the end of the story? In this episode of Barn & Soul, Kendall explores some of the most extraordinary conservation rediscoveries of the last century. These are animals and plants once declared extinct that quietly survived in hidden pockets of the world, waiting to be found again. From a prehistoric fish thought lost for 65 million years, to an insect rescued from a single rock in the Pacific, to species whose survival hinged on one accidental discovery, this episode examines what scientists call “Lazarus species” and why their return matters so deeply. Grounded in real science and conservation data, this conversation looks at how rediscovered species reshape ecosystems, influence land protection, and challenge the belief that loss is always permanent. Kendall reflects on what these stories teach us about resilience, stewardship, and the responsibility humans carry when life pushes back against the odds. This episode is a reminder that nature is not passive. She adapts, hides, endures, and sometimes reappears just when we think hope is gone. For farmers, conservationists, and anyone who loves the living world, these stories offer something rare and powerful: cautious, evidence-based optimism. Resources and Further Reading International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. https://www.iucnredlist.org Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Coelacanth rediscovery and ongoing research. https://naturalhistory.si.edu Coelacanth Conservation Council. Population monitoring and conservation efforts. https://www.coelacanth.org Australian Museum and Lord Howe Island Board. Lord Howe Island stick insect rediscovery and breeding programs. https://australiamuseum.net.au https://www.lordhoweisland.info New Zealand Department of Conservation. Takahe rediscovery and recovery programs. https://www.doc.govt.nz U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Black-footed ferret recovery and reintroduction programs. https://www.fws.gov Re:wild (formerly Global Wildlife Conservation). Lost species rediscoveries including the Somali elephant shrew. https://www.rewild.org BirdLife International. Ivory-billed woodpecker assessments and conservation context. https://www.birdlife.org National Geographic Society. Lost Species documentation and field reporting. https://www.nationalgeographic.com Support the show

    20 min
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Welcome to Barn & Soul, a podcast brought to you by Dalby Farm - where we will explore the heart of "pet farm" life, learn about critically populated (if not outright) endangered farm breeds, and highlight the deep connections between animals and humans which we strive to encourage and preserve.The farm has been Kendall's (your host) family since 1861 but it wasn't always a sanctuary for endangered farm breeds or an educational venue for the community. This podcast will touch upon aspects of the farms history, offer insight and advice as it pertains to owning farm animals as pets- and arguably most importantly - share vital information about these endangered farm breeds;  what their roles are in our past AND why they're needed in our future.New Episodes: Wednesdays at 9PM EST#barnandsoul #farmlife #weloveanimals #petfarm #hobbyfarm #educationalfarm 🔔 Subscribe for more farm life insights, rare breed conservation, and the behind-the-scenes of running a small farm! Remember, all the animals on our farm our PETS! They live out their days as educational ambassadors to our community far & wide! Please follow us here on Youtube!Find us on Instagram & Facebook @DalbyFarmShop our Online Country Store! https://www.dalbyfarm.com/country-storeAt least 50% of all shop revenue directly helps fund the care & upkeep of our 160 year old educational family farm and all the endangered breeds who live there.

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  • Creator
    Dalby Farm
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Barn & Soul by Dalby Farm
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