Homestead And Heal Podcast

Lindsay & Scott Courcelle
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  • Home & Garden

Homestead & Heal is a podcast centered around the power of reconnecting with the body, the earth, and the deeper parts of ourselves as a path to healing, alignment, and manifestation. Rooted in practices like herbalism, homesteading, and bodywork, we share real stories and conversations that explore what it means to live more intentionally and create transformation from the inside out.

  1. 2d ago

    Ep 13: Regenerative Agriculture, AI & the Future of Farming with John Kempf

    What if healthier plants could lead to healthier people? In this episode of Homestead & Heal, we're joined by John Kempf, founder of Advancing EcoAgriculture, to explore how regenerative agriculture has the power to transform not only our farms, but our food, our health, and the future of our planet. John shares the pivotal moments that challenged conventional farming practices and led him to discover how plant nutrition, healthy soil, and thriving microbiomes can dramatically reduce pest and disease pressure—without relying on chemical inputs. Together, we explore the fascinating connection between plant immunity, soil regeneration, and the idea that truly nutrient-dense food can become a powerful form of medicine. We also dive into: Why healthy plants have their own immune systems—and how to support them.How soil can regenerate while actively producing crops.The relationship between plant health, animal health, and human health.The work Advancing EcoAgriculture is doing to support regenerative farmers around the world.Kind Harvest and FieldLark, AEA's AI-powered regenerative agronomy platform.Why John believes technology should enhance human wisdom—not replace it.Growing up Amish, his early reliance on conventional agriculture, and the complete shift that changed the trajectory of his life's work.The importance of community, stewardship, and thinking from first principles.Whether you're a farmer, gardener, homesteader, or simply someone who cares about where your food comes from, this conversation offers a thought-provoking look at what's possible when we work with nature instead of against it. Connect with John: https://johnkempf.com/ Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  2. Jul 30

    Ep 12: Living in Rhythm with Motherhood: the Connection to Nature & the Wisdom of Our Bodies with Nicole Parker

    What if we've been taught to fight against the very rhythms that were designed to sustain us? In this deeply grounding conversation, we're joined by Nicole of The Seed of Joy- a devotional guide and mother of four sons whose teachings are rooted in the divine physiology of motherhood and a belief in every woman's right to live as a vessel for miracles. Nicole walks alongside women through the art of nourished, primal mothering in the modern world, inviting them to reconnect with the wisdom of their bodies, the rhythms of the Earth, and the sacredness woven into everyday life. Together, we explore what it means to mother from a place of abundance rather than depletion, how the natural world can become our greatest teacher, and why honoring the cycles of our bodies may be one of the most radical acts of healing available to us. Whether you're a mother, a father, or simply someone longing to feel more connected to yourself and the world around you, this conversation is an invitation to slow down, soften, and remember what has always been true. In this episode, we explore: Why motherhood isn't something to survive, it's something that can transform us.The wisdom our bodies and the natural world offer when we're willing to listen.Raising children who honor the rhythms of life, the feminine, and the Earth.What the Arizona desert taught Nicole about belonging, surrender, and resilience.How to build a business that supports your values instead of competing with them.The power of creating family rhythms rooted in connection rather than productivity.What it truly means to nourish not only your body, but your relationships, your home, and your spirit.Why slowing down may be the very thing that allows us to become more fully alive.If you've been craving a slower, more intentional way of moving through the world, this conversation will leave you feeling grounded, inspired, and reminded that life becomes richer when we stop resisting its rhythms and begin trusting them. Connect with Nicole: Offerings: https://theseedofjoy.mykajabi.com/link-in-bio Instagram: @theseedofjoy_ https://www.instagram.com/theseedofjoy_/ Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  3. Jul 23

    Ep 11: When Success No Longer Fits: Listening to Your Body's Wisdom with Heather MacMillan

    What happens when the life you've built no longer feels aligned? In this heartfelt conversation, Lindsay and Scott sit down with Heather McMillan—a mom, partner, homesteader, former sourdough baker, Fascia Alchemy–trained bodyworker, certified Human Design reader, and the creator of Rooted Fascia Human Design. Heather lives on a small farm in Eastern Ontario with her husband, son, cattle, chickens, and a thriving garden. For more than 15 years, caring for the land, raising animals, and living in rhythm with the seasons has quietly shaped the way she approaches healing, embodiment, and life itself. Heather shares her winding journey from studying human kinetics to cooking, farming, rafting, and building a thriving home-based sourdough bread business that she ran for more than 12 years. While the business was successful, her body was telling a different story. Through chronic pain, motherhood, birth trauma, and a deep desire to live in greater alignment, Heather found herself returning to the body—and ultimately discovering the transformative power of fascia work. Today, Heather helps women reconnect with themselves through body-based fascia release, both in private sessions and through self-bodywork education. She also blends guided fascia release with Human Design, helping women move beyond simply understanding their chart and begin truly embodying the wisdom of their unique design. Together, Lindsay, Scott, and Heather explore the connection between our bodies and the land, healing after birth trauma, repetitive movement patterns, entrepreneurship, and the courage it takes to let go of something good in order to make space for something even more aligned. Whether you're navigating a career pivot, recovering from birth trauma or burnout, or simply longing to feel more at home in your body, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that every chapter of your journey has prepared you for the next. In This Episode: Heather's journey from sourdough baker to fascia practitionerHow she blends Human Design with fascia work to support deeper embodimentHealing after birth trauma and reconnecting with the bodyHow repetitive movement patterns shape our physical well-beingThe wisdom of listening when your body asks you to changeEntrepreneurship, homesteading, and finding purpose through life's pivotsWhy no life experience is ever wastedConnect with Heather: Instagram: www.instagram.com/heather.c.macmillan Substack: heathermacmillan.substack.com Stan Store: https://stan.store/RootedMFR Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  4. Jul 16

    Ep 10: The Unexpected Path from Disordered Eating to Deep Nourishment with Clara Belize Wisner

    What if true nourishment isn't about following the perfect diet—but about learning to listen to your body, reconnect with the Earth, and trust the wisdom you've carried all along? In this heartfelt conversation, Lindsay and Scott sit down with holistic nutritionist and mineral balancing practitioner Clara Wisner to explore what it means to nourish the whole person. Clara shares her journey from childhood fascination with the human body, through years of disordered eating and body dysmorphia, to discovering a more embodied, intuitive approach to healing. Together, they explore the profound connection between nourishment, motherhood, the natural world, ancestral wisdom, and the body's incredible ability to communicate what it needs. They also discuss why healing isn't about fixing ourselves; it's about remembering our place within nature and learning to trust the intelligence of our bodies. If this conversation resonates with you, Clara's work extends far beyond this episode. Through her Deep Nourishment course, one-on-one mentorship, and writing, she guides women into a deeper relationship with nourishment, mineral balancing, feminine physiology, and the body's innate wisdom. In this episode, we explore: Clara's journey from disordered eating to deep nourishmentWhat embodiment really means—and why we're never truly disconnected from our bodiesThe connection between mineral balancing, nourishment, and long-term healthMotherhood as a catalyst for healing and transformationWhy our symptoms are often invitations to listen more deeplyThe role of nature, land, and ancestral connection in nervous system regulationOrienting to the Earth as "Mother" and reclaiming a deeper sense of belongingRaising children with a stronger connection to food, nature, and the rhythms of the EarthWhy healing begins by learning to stay on your own sideConnect with Clara:  Website: https://www.clarawisner.com  Deep Nourishment: https://www.clarawisner.com/deep-nourishment 🌿 Substack (Remothering): https://clarabelize.substack.com 🌿 Instagram: @clarabelizewisner If you enjoyed this episode, we'd love for you to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who is longing to reconnect with their body, the Earth, and a more nourishing way of living. Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review! Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  5. Jul 9

    Ep 9: WWOOFing in Europe and Hosting WWOOFers: Stories from France, Italy, and the Homestead

    Have you ever wondered what it's really like to volunteer on farms around the world through WWOOF? In this episode, Lindsay and Scott share stories from their own WWOOFing adventures across France and Italy, the lessons they learned through cultural exchange, and how those experiences shaped the way they now welcome WWOOFers to their Vermont homestead. From blueberry farms in the French Basque countryside to permaculture communities in Italy, they reflect on the people, food, farming practices, and unexpected moments that made the journey unforgettable. They also share heartfelt stories about the WWOOFers who have become part of their own homestead community over the years and the lasting impact these connections have had on their lives. Whether you're curious about WWOOFing, dreaming of traveling through sustainable agriculture, or simply love hearing stories about homesteading and community, this episode offers inspiration, laughter, and practical insight. In This Episode What WWOOF (World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms) is and why Lindsay and Scott chose itTheir experience working on a blueberry farm in the Basque region of FranceLearning hugelkultur-inspired gardening techniquesNavigating language barriers and embracing local cultureLife at an Italian permaculture community and communeSeed balls, vineyards, and creative farm projectsMemorable meals, family traditions, and slow living in ItalyWorking in olive groves and Mediterranean gardensThe friendships formed while traveling through WWOOFStories of hosting WWOOFers on their Vermont homesteadHow WWOOF creates meaningful cultural exchange and lifelong relationshipsWhy opening your home and farm can be just as transformative as traveling Learn more about WWOOFING: https://wwoof.net/ Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If this episode inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who dreams of homesteading, regenerative agriculture, sustainable travel, or building deeper community through farming. Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  6. Jul 2

    Ep 8: We Traded Farm Work for Adventure: The WWOOFing Journey That Changed Our Lives

    When we first discovered WWOOF (Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms), we had no idea how much those experiences would shape our lives. In this episode, we're taking you back to our very first WWOOFing journey across the United States. From California and New Mexico to Georgia and North Carolina, we share stories from the farms we stayed on, the unforgettable people we met, and the experiences that have stayed with us for nearly two decades.  Today, we've come full circle. After years of WWOOFing ourselves, we now welcome WWOOFers to our own homestead. As we reflect on these early adventures, we're reminded of the generosity, hospitality, and unexpected connections that made each experience so meaningful.  In this episode, we share:  Stories from our first WWOOFing experiences across the United States  The unforgettable people and farms that left a lasting impression  What it's been like to experience WWOOF from both sides—as volunteers and now as hosts  How WWOOFing influenced our homesteading journey  Why opening ourselves to new people and experiences has enriched our lives If you've ever been curious about WWOOFing, volunteering on organic farms, or hearing the stories that helped shape our path to homesteading, we hope you enjoy this conversation. Learn more about WWOOFING: https://wwoof.net/ Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ Don't forget to subscribe, and leave us a review/ rating!  Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  7. Jun 25

    Ep 7: Trusting Yourself & Following What Makes You Feel Alive with Jen Wyatt

    What does it mean to be truly wild? Not reckless. Not unhinged. But deeply, unapologetically yourself. In this episode, we sit down with their dear friend Jen Wyatt, founder of Wander Free Wellness, retreat leader, ritual guide, and creator of transformational experiences for women rooted in freedom, wildness, truth, and aliveness. Together, they explore what it means to return to our authentic nature and how so many of us spend years navigating the expectations, conditioning, and beliefs that pull us away from who we truly are. Jen shares her journey from growing up in the forests of New Hampshire, to teaching in Boston Public Schools, to experiencing a health crisis that ultimately led her into the world of holistic healing, yoga, ritual, and women's work. She reflects on the role that grief, self-trust, nature, and embodied healing have played in helping her reconnect with herself and build a life aligned with what makes her feel most alive. In this conversation, we explore: • What "wildness" really means and why it's often misunderstood • The influence of Women Who Run With the Wolves on Jen's work • Freedom, authenticity, and shedding the layers of conditioning • Nature as refuge, teacher, and guide • Ritual, myth, archetypes, and the power of storytelling • Why being fully alive includes grief, rage, longing, joy, and pleasure • Women's conditioning around self-expression and truth • Jen's health journey and the turning point that changed her life • The connection between self-trust and personal freedom • Retreats, transformation, and creating spaces for women to remember who they are • Ancestors, family stories, and the people who shape our path • The advice Jen wishes she had received sooner: trust yourself and follow what makes you feel alive This conversation is rich with stories, wisdom, laughter, and reflections on what it means to live in deeper relationship with ourselves, the natural world, and the life that is calling us forward. About Jen Wyatt Jen Wyatt is the founder of Wander Free Wellness and a guide for women on the path of wild remembrance. Through ritual, retreats, seasonal circles, movement practices, and immersive experiences, she creates sacred spaces for women to reconnect with their freedom, wildness, truth, and aliveness. Drawing from backgrounds in psychology, education, yoga, nature-based spirituality, and feminine wisdom traditions, Jen blends myth, archetype, embodiment, and creative expression to guide women home to themselves. Connect with Jen: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wanderfreewellness Website: www.wanderfreewellness.com Awaken Your Aliveness Retreat: www.wanderfreewellness.com/costarica2026 Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ Don't forget to subscribe, and leave us a review/ rating!  Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

  8. Jun 18

    Ep 6: Moving Through Life After Loss: Emily Hanger on Acupuncture, Mediumship & Grief

    In this powerful conversation, Lindsay and Scott sit down with Emily Hanger, a dancer, acupuncturist, Holistic Pelvic Care Practitioner, and psychic medium whose work bridges embodiment, intuition, healing, and the wisdom of the natural world. Emily shares how dance quite literally saved her life more than once. From a young age, movement taught her embodiment, body confidence, and how to read energy in the people around her. After earning her BFA in Dance and Choreography and spending four years immersed in New York City's modern dance scene, a life-altering injury brought her career to an unexpected halt. What followed was a period of depression, a pregnancy loss, and ultimately an acupuncture treatment that changed the course of her life. That first acupuncture session sparked a calling. Emily went on to earn her Master's in Oriental Medicine from the National University of Natural Medicine and has spent the last twelve years supporting clients through her private practice, where she continues to witness the profound intelligence of the body and the healing process. The conversation takes a deeply personal turn as Emily reflects on the stillbirth of her daughter Josephine in 2017. Through grief, Emily found herself reconnecting with psychic and mediumship abilities that had been present since childhood. Guided in many ways by Josephine's spirit, she began developing her gifts more intentionally and now helps others strengthen their own intuition and spirit connection through her In Service to Spirit Mentorship. Emily also shares her experiences receiving messages from ancestors during treatments, her relationship with the powerful plant ally datura, and her emerging work with intuitive voice and sound healing. Through spontaneous songs and tones, she helps clients access deep states of nervous system regulation, emotional release, ancestral connection, and embodied healing. This episode is a beautiful reminder that healing rarely follows the path we expect—and that some of our greatest challenges can become gateways into deeper purpose, connection, and trust. In This Episode  Growing up connected to nature, spirit, and intuitionHow dance shaped Emily's relationship with embodiment and energy  A life-changing injury, pregnancy loss, and discovering acupuncture  The healing power of Chinese medicine and emotional release  Grief, stillbirth, and the loss of her daughter Josephine  Reconnecting with psychic and mediumship abilities  Ancestors, spirit communication, and intuitive messages  Plant wisdom, including lessons from datura  Voice healing, sound, and nervous system regulation  Following curiosity as a guide toward purpose and healingConnect with Emily:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taproot.healing.arts/ Website: https://www.emilyhanger.com/ Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ Don't forget to subscribe, and leave us a review/ rating!  Connect with Lindsay & Scott:  To learn more about our retreats: www.homesteadandheal.net Connected with Lindsay: https://www.instagram.com/lindsaycourcelle/ Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/alchemygardens/ If you loved this episode - it would mean so much to leave us a review!

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Homestead & Heal is a podcast centered around the power of reconnecting with the body, the earth, and the deeper parts of ourselves as a path to healing, alignment, and manifestation. Rooted in practices like herbalism, homesteading, and bodywork, we share real stories and conversations that explore what it means to live more intentionally and create transformation from the inside out.

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  • Creator
    Lindsay & Scott Courcelle
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Homestead And Heal Podcast
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