This is where we talk about real life on the homestead, real food and real natural medicine. We talk about homesteading, building community, prepping and survival from a homemaker's perspective. We do our best to provide real and practical, old-fashioned solutions to modern everyday problems with a positive outlook on the future.
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Ep. 21 - Farmers vs. Homesteaders - Unpacking the Unspoken Rivalry with Stephanie Tallent
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered about the real dynamics between traditional farmers and modern homesteaders? Join me, Dawn Gorham, along with my special guest Stephanie Tallent, as we uncover the deep-seated tensions and profound shifts within the world of agriculture. We promise you'll gain valuable insights into how corporate influence has …
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Ep. 20 Resilient Living - Preparing for the Unpredictable
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what it takes to ensure the safety of raw milk on a homestead? Join me on Keepin' it Real as I share my journey of learning to draw blood from our cows for regular disease testing, and our excitement as we await the A2 status results. You'll also get a close look at the challenges of managing maturing …
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered why the fixer-upper life could be your ticket to a fulfilling and resilient partnership? Join us on this episode of the Gorham Homestead podcast. First I share our latest homesteading adventures, from grappling with a major PVC pipe leak to celebrating a bumper crop of tomatoes. While we battle pests threatenin…
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Ep. 18 Farm Automation So We Can Vacation
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how to juggle homestead life and vacation plans without a hitch? We've got you covered! This episode of Keeping it Real at the Gorham Homestead is packed with our personal stories and practical tips on managing a busy homestead while gearing up for an exciting family trip to Colorado. Get an insider's update on…
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Ep.17 Unlocking the Magic of Essential Oils
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered how a small bottle of essential oil could revolutionize your daily routine? Discover the transformative power of essential oils and their fascinating history on Keeping it Real at the Gorham Homestead. I'll share personal stories from my own journey towards a more natural lifestyle, including how peppe…
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Ep. 16. Growing Gardens and Expanding Horizons
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Send us a Text Message. Ever tried to move a six-foot emu size fence without losing your sanity? Join me on this week's episode of Keeping it Real at the Gorham Homestead, where I recount the unexpected fencing project that momentarily sidelined our regular podcast schedule. Hear about the trials and triumphs of tackling this massive job with the h…
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Episode 15- Exploring Nature's Pharmacy Part 2
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Send us a Text Message. Can herbs truly transform your life and boost your homesteading journey? Join us on this enlightening episode of Keeping it Real, the Gorham Homestead podcast, as we unravel the mysteries behind our latest beekeeping endeavors and share valuable lessons from our meat chicken processing experience. From the health of our new …
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Episode 14- Exploring Nature's Pharmacy- Part 1
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets of natural healing straight from our Tennessee homestead on this week's episode of "Keeping It Real" at the Gorham Homestead. Ever wondered how a simple herb can speed up the healing of bones, wounds, and sprains? Join me, Dawn Gorham, as I share the incredible benefits of comfrey, from its cell-regenerati…
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Episode 13- Keepin it "Legal-ish" on the Homestead
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Send us a Text Message. Are outdated city ordinances suffocating the spirit of rural homesteading? On today's episode of "Keeping it Real, the Gorham Homestead Podcast," we unravel the intense battle of a young couple in Dickson, Tennessee, who are caught in the crossfire of a restrictive law prohibiting chickens within a thousand feet of another s…
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Episode 12- We got bees....and they got US!
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Send us a Text Message. Hey there, Dawn Gorham here, and if you've ever felt the sting of a social media squall or found joy in a mason jar of home-canned strawberries, this episode of the Gorham Homestead podcast is your kind of story. From standing my ground on raw milk debates to sharing laughs over beekeeping acquisitions gone awry, I'm peeling…
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn discusses women's preparedness and the unique roles and responsibilities that women have in prepping for their families. She emphasizes the importance of personal security, medical knowledge, nutrition, education, financial preparedness, building community, and embracing traditional gender roles…
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Episode 10 - Homestead Highlights and Rebel Canners
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn Gorham provides an update on the happenings at the Gorham Homestead. She discusses breeding cows and the arrival of new calves. Dawn also shares the emotional decision to process one of the cows, Tara. She recounts the rescue of two baby calves, Valentine and Franny, and the scare they had with …
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn Gorham discusses the health benefits of animal foods. She emphasizes the importance of consuming nutrient-dense animal products and dispels myths about red meat. Dawn also shares tricks for incorporating organ meats into meals and highlights the benefits of pastured poultry. She explains the nut…
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Episode 8 - Tee & Me - Homestead Highlights
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn and Tee Gorham discuss their experience during the recent snowstorm, their preparations for future snowstorms, and the lessons they learned. They also talk about their pantry challenge, celebrating their daughter's birthday, and their plans for the garden and greenhouse. The Gorhams share their …
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Episode 7 - Getting Started With Real Food
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn Gorham discusses the journey to real food and natural living. She shares the first three steps she took to improve her family's diet and health. The steps include kicking processed foods out, getting rid of bad fats, and fixing sugars and sweeteners. Dawn also emphasizes the importance of raw mi…
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn and Tee Gorham discuss their experiences being snowed in on their Tennessee homestead. They talk about the challenges of being stuck together 24/7 and the importance of having separate activities. They also provide an update on their pantry challenge and share their improvisation in cooking meal…
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn Gorham discusses the topic of keeping a family milk cow. She shares her personal experience and opinions on the matter, emphasizing that there are many ways to keep a milk cow and what works for her may not work for everyone. Dawn covers various aspects of keeping a milk cow, including calf shar…
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Episode 4 - Tee & Me Homestead Highlights
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn and Tee Gorham discuss various topics related to their homestead and what's been happening around the homestead this week. They start by talking about their devastating news regarding two of their milk cows, their plans for breeding them and the challenges they have faced. They also discuss the …
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn Gorham discusses the poverty mindset and its impact on individuals. She defines the poverty mindset as a way of thinking that makes you believe you are poor and will never have enough, especially money. Dawn shares signs of the poverty mindset, such as feeling hopeless about money, avoiding bill…
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Episode 2 - Tee & Me 2024 on the Homestead
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn and Tee Gorham discuss their goals for 2024 on their Tennessee homestead. They talk about ordering meat chickens, turkeys, and egg layers, as well as planning their garden. They reflect on the lessons learned from last year's chicken loss due to extreme heat. They also discuss their plans to get…
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Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, Dawn Gorham shares the backstory of her transition to natural and holistic living on a rural farm in Tennessee. She discusses her journey of discovering the benefits of a natural diet and seeking out local farmers for food sources. Dawn also talks about her passion for growing her own food, raising c…
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