Best American Guinea Hogs Podcasts (2024)

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S4E171 Season Finale: 2023:A Season of Change 21:59

10M ago21:59

21:59

2023 has been a season of change on our homestead. Some of that has been planned. So of it, not so much. On this final episode of season 4, I share with you some of those changes and some lessons I've learned. I also share with you my vision for season 5. Until next time, keep up the good work!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourne…

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S4E170 11 Reasons Why Empty Nesting Hasn't Been As Traumatic As We Thought It Would Be 1:08:27

10M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

In this final episode Bonnie joins me on one last episode in our series on Empty Nest Homesteading . We expected this transition to be far more traumatic than it has been. While we understand that everyone's journey is different, on this episode we share 11 Reasons why we think we've been able to make this transition so smoothly . Enjoy!! Brian Sup…

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S4E169 How Is Homesteading Different From Farming? 26:58

11M ago26:58

26:58

This week I spent a lot of time reading the policy manuals of the Farm Bureau and the NY Farm Bureau. As I did, I spent quite a bit of time thinking about how homesteading and farming are the same. And how they are different. On this episode, I share my thoughts on that as well as why I think homesteading is crucial to solving the issue of aging fa…

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S4E168 Why I Joined The Farm Bureau 15:25

11M ago15:25

15:25

Back in May at the Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival, I was introduced to Natalie, the manager of our local region for the NY Farm Bureau. We became friends. She has been trying to convince me to join the organization, but I wasn't convinced that it would be a good fit. While their mission is advocacy and education relating to agricultural …

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S4E167 Six Lessons I (re)Learned at the Fall Gathering of the Homesteaders of New England 2023 24:46

11M ago24:46

24:46

This past weekend, I had the privilege of helping Jack Pollner put on the Fall Gathering of the Homesteaders of New England. What a great time!!! On this episode I share with you about the event, including 6 lessons I've (re)learned by attending the event. Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomeste…

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S4E166 Lessons I've Learned From My WORST Garden EVER!! 32:57

12M ago32:57

32:57

This year my garden has sucked. Worst. Garden. Ever. It's been one of those gardening seasons that could make you want to quit gardening. Forever. But, instead, I'm trying to learn some lessons. Some lessons that I hope will help me be successful in years to come. Hopefully it will inspire you to keep gardening even if things haven't gone well for …

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S4E165 Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival: What Is Homesteading? 52:15

12M ago52:15

52:15

On today's episode we jump back to May's Southern Adirondack Homesteading Festival and the talk I gave called "What Is Homesteading". Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net https://www.facebook…

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S4E164 Steam Canning With A VKP (Harvest) Multi-Use Steam Canner 32:48

1y ago32:48

32:48

On this episode, we take a deep dive into steam canning. I talk about it's history, the journey to "approval" and when it should be used. I also talk about the VKP Multi-Use Steam Canner that we just purchased. I've put it through its paces; as a steam canner, a hot water bath canner and a stock pot. Do I recommend it? Listen and find out!! VKP Mul…

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S4E163 Five Reasons You Should Quit Doing Some Things 37:15

1y ago37:15

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This week, we sent our last remaining American Guinea Hogs off to their new home in Michigan . It is a bittersweet day for us. And while a lot of thought went into making this decision, it is very easy to second guess "quitting" something. And, so on this episode I remind you (and myself) that it is ok to quit things. In fact, sometimes the best th…

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S4E162 Lifesteading With Amy Dingmann - Empty Nest Homesteading 45:41

1y ago45:41

45:41

On this episode, I am joined once again by Amy Dingmann from A Farmish Kind of Life as we talk about "lifesteading" and her journey so far into being an empty nester. Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomestea…

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S4E161 Empty Nest Homesteading: 3 Questions To Ask To Right-Size Your Homestead 27:18

1y ago27:18

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On this episode we look at 3 questions we are asking ourselves to try to help right-size our homestead as we head in the direction of being empty nest homesteaders. 1. What does your child contribute? 2. What does your child consume? 3. What does you need/want from your homestead? Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/b…

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S4E160 Surving The Emotional Roller Coaster of Empty Nest Homesteading 49:42

1y ago49:42

49:42

This year has been an emotional rollercoaster for all of us. At times we have felt excitement, pride, sadness, anticipation, nostalgia, happiness and relief. And sometimes we have felt them all at the same time. On this episode I am joined once again by Bonnie as we discuss those emotions and how we have survived (and are continuing to survive) thi…

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S4E159 Empty Nest Homesteading - 5 Steps To Rediscovering Purpose 27:32

1y ago27:32

27:32

As I have been anticipating 3B Farm becoming 2B Farm as Brian Jr. heads off to college, it's left me with a bit of an identity crisis. For the last 18+ years of my life, my primary focus has been on trying to be a present dad. Now, my role as dad is about to change. And, while I'm excited about that, it also leaves me contemplating my purpose. And …

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S4E158 Empty Nest Homesteading: Letting Go 46:23

1y ago46:23

46:23

On this episode, we begin our series on homesteading as empty nesters. Bonnie and I are in the midst of that transition right now. This past week was Brian J's last week of school. And in a few months, he'll be headed off to college. And our lives will change drastically. Our homestead will change dramatically. And so as we work through all of that…

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S4E157 Be A Teachable Homesteader 32:18

1y ago32:18

32:18

The day after I released Episode 156, (Be A Helpful Homesteader), I ran across a Facebook post that got me to thinking about the topic in a slightly different manner. Yes, sometimes people are harsh when replying to people's questions or problems. We've all seen that. But, I think we've also seen people get upset and offended because someone dared …

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S4E156 Be A Helpful Homesteader 33:49

1+ y ago33:49

33:49

While scrolling through some of the Facebook homesteading groups, I saw over and over again people starting their post by saying, "Please be kind" or "Please don't judge me". It's sad to me that people feel the need to start out their post that way. And so, today's episode is really all about being kind, remember that we too, at one point didn't kn…

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S4E155 Don't Let Them Take Your Animals 41:36

1+ y ago41:36

41:36

This week, I ran across the story of Paul Strobel, a farmer in Western NY who had a run-in with some animal rights activists that left him shaken and worried that they might try to steal his livestock. His story reminded me of a farmer near me several years ago name Joshua Rockwood who did have his animals taken under the guise of animal rights. He…

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S4E154 Does Your USDA Hardiness Zone Matter When Planting A Garden? 25:50

1+ y ago25:50

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This time of the year, I see many people asking questions similar to this: I'm in zone xyz, is it too soon to plant beans outside? On this episode we talk about what USDA hardiness zones or growing zones are and why I don't think they matter at all to "regular" vegetable gardens. We talk about instead why instead last and first average frost dates,…

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S4E153 The Pros and Cons of The Mediterranean Diet 42:48

1+ y ago42:48

42:48

On this final episode in our series on the Mediterranean Diet, I am once again joined by Bonnie as we talk about the pros/cons of the Mediterranean WOE. Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net h…

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S4E152 We Visited A Real Alaskan Homestead 28:52

1+ y ago28:52

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Last week, we visited my brother Eric in Alaska. He made arrangements for us to visit the homestead of some friends of his from church. On this episode I talk about that visit and what I learned. Am I inspired to move to Alaska? Listen, and find out. Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjour…

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S4E151 How Is The Mediterranean Diet Impacting The Meat We Are Raising On Our Homestead? 23:12

1+ y ago23:12

23:12

Perhaps the biggest impact the Mediterranean Diet has had on how we homestead is on the animals we are raising for meat. On this episode we dive into what those changes are. Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.theh…

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S4E150 How To Grow A Garden For The Mediterranean Diet 32:20

1+ y ago32:20

32:20

On this episode we talk about gardening Mediterranean style? Are there things you MUST grow while on the Mediterranean diet? Are there things you shouldn't grow? How is following this diet, impacting how we garden this year? The answers might surprise you!!! Enjoy!! Brian Support the Show. http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomes…

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S4E149 Can We Homestead In Upstate New York And Still Follow The Mediterranean Diet? 31:37

1+ y ago31:37

31:37

For awhile, I really struggled with whether or not we could follow the Mediterranean Diet and still be homesteaders. After all, we don't live in the Mediterranean. And there are a lot of common ingredients to the Mediterranean Diet, that we cannot grow here in upstate NY. A. We can't produce olive oil B. We are 100s of miles away from the ocean and…

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S4E148 What Is The Mediterranean Diet? 1:14:14

1+ y ago1:14:14

1:14:14

On this episode, Bonnie joins me once again as we dive into what the Mediterranean Diet is and why we have chosen to adopt it. We talk about what we've found easy. And what we've found challenging. I also give Bonnie a pop geography quiz and she tries to give me directions to the Mediterranean region using fence posts???!!! Enjoy! Brian Support the…

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S4E147 5 Keys To Establishing Long Term Healthy Eating Habits 52:49

1+ y ago52:49

52:49

On this episode, I am joined by my lovely wife Bonnie as we talk about 5 keys to ensuring long term success when adopting a new way of eating. We talk about the difference between diets, diet plans and "ways of eating" and how that terminology has been helpful as we adopt the Mediterranean Diet. The 5 Keys To Success we discuss are: 1. Accountabili…

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S4E146 Coping With Change On The Homestead 34:27

1+ y ago34:27

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We are facing a season of change here on the homestead. Bonnie was recently diagnosed as pre-diabetic and thus prescribe the Mediterranean Diet. And we are also facing the prospect of an empty nest. On this episode I share with you how these changes have been impacting me and how they are going to impact this podcast. Homesteading and Hungry YouTub…

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S3E145 How Successful Were We In Growing Potatoes? 16:13

2y ago16:13

16:13

Back on Episode 133, we talked about the 3 ways we were growing potatoes here on our homestead. So, how did things work out? On today's episode we talk about what worked well, what didn't work well and what we'll be doing differently next year. Also, this is the last episode of season 3. Enjoy. Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://w…

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S3E144 Don't Do What You Hate 11:30

2y ago11:30

11:30

On this episode we talk about the importance of avoiding the trap of doing things you don't like just because people expect it of you. Don't do what you hate! Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net https://www.f…

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S3E143 Was It A Success? Thoughts on HONE2022 24:53

2y ago24:53

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This past weekend I had the opportunity to attend the first annual fall gathering of Homesteaders of New England in Greenfield, NH. On this episode I share my thoughts on the event and how it has impacted my homesteading journey. Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomest…

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S3E142 How I'm Getting Ready For Next Year's Garden 35:18

2y ago35:18

35:18

On this week's episode I share some of the things I'll be doing this fall and things I've been thinking I need to do in the spring to set myself up for success for next year's garden. Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomestead…

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S3E141 It Hasn't Gone According To Plan 20:03

2y ago20:03

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It seems like nothing has gone right on the homestead this year. But, we soldier on. https://www.facebook.com/afarmishkindoflife/posts/pfbid0yqWUPBy4XDePPL1Bn5cE1TAe6L6WaYmwyARdqY61n5WGYFbr6mUcbv32eHHFSbUvl Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support …

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S3E140 Food Preservation Methods And When To Use Them 27:33

2y ago27:33

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It's the time of the year when homesteaders are busy preserving the harvest. On this episode, we talk about the 5 major methods of food preservation and how you decide on what method to use. Enjoy!!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.theh…

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S3E139 Expectations Are Resentments Under Construction 29:27

2y ago29:27

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A few months ago, I ran across this quote by Ann Lamott, "Expectations Are Resentments Under Construction" and knew it would make for a great topic on the podcast. Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net https://…

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S3E138 Let the Weeds Grow..... 26:39

2y ago26:39

26:39

We arrived home yesterday from our vacation. And I found a very weedy garden waiting for me. At first I was very frustrated and upset over that. I felt inept as a gardener, a failure as a homesteader, a fraud as a homesteading content creator. But, then I remembered WHY the garden has weeds. And that change in perspective caused me to see the weeds…

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S3E137 Is A Leatherman Super-tool 300 A Good EDC? 35:37

2y ago35:37

35:37

It's been awhile since I've done a product review. Today we talk EDC's and whether or not a Leatherman Super-Tool 300 meets that need. Enjoy!!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourney.…

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S3E136 A HUGE Announcement You Don't Want To Miss 26:46

2y ago26:46

26:46

On this episode I share with you an exciting announcement !! Enjoy! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net https://www.facebook.com/TheHomesteadJourneyPodcast https://www.youtube.…

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S3E135 I Almost Blew It....... 20:27

2y ago20:27

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This week I almost screwed up, big time! I almost let the homestead get in the way of something far more important..... my relationship with my son. Enjoy! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomes…

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S3E134 Homesteading On An 8x10 Patio - With Clare from Start Small Homestead 1:03:29

2y ago1:03:29

1:03:29

On this episode I am excited to be joined by Clare from Start Small Homestead on Instagram. Her bio says, "I have an eight by 10 patio and can't plant in the ground. There are big obstacles in my teeny space, but I'm homesteading anyway. Some dreams start small." Enjoy, Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http://www.thehomesteadjourney.ne…

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S3E133 Three Ways We're Growing Potatoes On Our Homestead This Year 30:20

2y ago30:20

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Because I primarily garden in raised beds that are about 10 to 12 inches deep until a couple of years ago, I had only tried growing potatoes once. A big part of the reason why I didn't try growing potatoes is because I thought you need a depth and a quality of soil that I don't have. Another part of the reason why I didn't grow potatoes is because …

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S3E132 Why Garden? 18:20

2y ago18:20

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I was recently interviewed for a magazine. As part of that interview, they asked that I also submit a video about 5 things I think someone needs to know in order to start a successful vegetable garden. While I don't want to spoil the entire thing, I did think it would be appropriate to offer up my introduction as kind of a teaser. So, enjoy. And st…

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S3E131 3 Things My Papa Taught Me 13:55

2y ago13:55

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On Memorial Day, our tradition is to go visit my grandparents grave up in Monkton, Vermont. It's a really pretty ride. But, it's also a great time for me to reflect on the memories of my grandparents. And, today I reflect on 3 things that I learned from my Papa. Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http://www.thehomesteadjourney.ne…

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S3E130 What's The Most Sustainable Way To Raise Meat Chickens? 31:43

2y ago31:43

31:43

Today we are revisiting the topic of meat chickens. And in particular we are focusing on the sustainability aspect of raising the Cornish X. The fact is that as homesteaders we cannot hatch out our own Cornish X. We are dependant on others to do this for us. Is there a better way? On this episode we talk about the other options and why we continue …

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S3E129 100% of the Seeds You Never Plant Will Never Sprout 25:27

2+ y ago25:27

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Somewhere I ran across this quote; "100% of the Seeds You Never Plant Will Never Sprout" and when I did, I thought, "Boy, that will make a great podcast episode." Today is that day. Today we talk about 4 things that keep us from ever getting started and what we can do to overcome our fear. Enjoy!! Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http:…

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S3E128 Reframe Your Mind 29:08

2+ y ago29:08

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Time, Money and Space. The lack of these are the biggest barriers to taking the next right step on our homesteading journey. But, maybe our issue isn't a lack of resources. Maybe it's because we're looking at things the wrong way. Today's episode is all about reframing our minds to get us to think about things differently. Enjoy!! Brian PS: Here is…

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S3E127 Do What YOU Can 28:18

2+ y ago28:18

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Lately I've been struggling with feelings of inadequacy. That what I'm doing isn't enough. It's not good enough. I look at what others are doing and I feel like it doesn't measure up. On today's episode I remind myself that we all have unique constraints. And that I can only be the best version of me that I can be. And think you should do the same.…

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S3E126 Go Big Or Go Home: A Really BAD Approach To Homesteading 37:48

2+ y ago37:48

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"Go Big or Go Home"..... We use that phrase a lot (at least in the USA) as a means of encouraging people to dive headlong into things, with gusto and 100% commitment. On this episode we talk about 3 different posts I recently saw on FB homesteading groups that were indicative of that mentality and why I think it is a REALLY bad approach to homestea…

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S3E125 A Teenager's Perspective On Being Raised On A Homestead 49:10

2+ y ago49:10

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On today's episode I am joined once again by my son, Brian Jr. He shares his perspective of what growing up on a homestead has meant to him. We talk about the lessons he's learned, the positive aspects as well as the negative aspects. And we talk about whether or not he plans on homesteading in the future. Enjoy, Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourne…

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S3E124 Raising Kids on the Homestead: Lessons in Hard Work and the Value of Food 28:33

2+ y ago28:33

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On today's episode we talk about how kids growing up on a homestead gain valuable lessons in the value of hard work and the value of food. Enjoy, Brian http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/shop http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/blog http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/newsletter http://www.thehomesteadjourney.net/support http://www.thehomesteadjourne…

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S3E123 Raising Kids on the Homestead: Lessons in Responsibility 33:32

2+ y ago33:32

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On today's episode we are talking about how growing up on a homestead gives up opportunities to teach our kids responsibility. This is an episode that probably is more about what we've done wrong than what we've done right. But, I hope you find it helpful as you navigate the tricky waters of giving your kids the right levels of responsibility. Enjo…

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S3E122 Raising Kids on the Homestead: Lessons In Death and Loss 32:00

2+ y ago32:00

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This is week's episode is a difficult one. As a society, I think we have a tendency to avoid dealing with death and loss. And so I fully expect that this will end up being the least downloaded episode ever on this podcast. But, I think it is so important that we talk about death. And I think that if we do it right, kids raised on a homestead will h…

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