The Homestead Education Podcast is for homesteaders and homeschoolers who are seeking to continue and advance their passion for a self-sufficient lifestyle. If you are ready to learn, be encouraged, and guided, my podcast can help you (and your kids), grow your own food and grow as a person with a homestead education. Join myself and guests as I share and explore homesteading, homeschooling, and growing as a person centered on the benefits of a homestead education.
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A podcast featuring encouragement and down-to-earth, practical advice for homeschooling parents everywhere. Hosted by homeschooling veterans Jenny Tetzner and Tina Hollenbeck.
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There has been a lot of controversy over whether a rural childhood is better than an urban one. I'm here to say that, even though I'm happy right where I'm at in the country, it's all about how you raise them! Be the first to order my new book, Raising Self-Sufficient Kids - An Honest Mom's Guide to Intentional Parenting! https://bit.ly/selfsuffici…
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Why we should homeschool with Kody Hanner
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In today's world, our children face unprecedented challenges. Let's give them a true opportunity to learn! Listen today and why you should be homeschooling your kids, along with tons of tips and resources! Episode Links Prairie & Pine Curriculum (Use code: HOMESTEADEDUCATION for 10% off): https://www.prairieandpinecurriculum.com/ Guide to Start Hom…
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Stocking your basement with freeze-dried foods and bottled water isn't the worst idea, but would you be able to sustain your family when the basement is empty? Today, I'm sharing my thoughts on how to prepare for short- and long-term shutdowns without a ton of extra work or money. Episode Links Nutritional Health Podcast: https://www.thehomesteaded…
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Asking Questions About Nutritional Health with Rachel Hester - Part 2
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My friend Rachel Hester of Whoopsy Daisy Farm and I decided it was time to start asking questions and take a deep dive into the nutritional health that homesteaders are pursuing. We share our personal stories and then bring in all our shared knowledge and personal contacts to understand what's happening to our bodies when we are doing it all right …
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Asking questions about nutritional health with Rachel Hester - Part 1
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My friend Rachel Hester of Whoopsy Daisy Farm and I decided it was time to start asking questions and take a deep dive into the nutritional health that homesteaders are pursuing. We share our personal stories and then bring in all our shared knowledge and personal contacts to understand what's happening to our bodies when we are doing it all right …
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Planning You Highschool Home School Years with Kris Cox
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As homeschooling through the high school years becomes more popular and accepted, it is important to ensure you support your whole student. Kris Cox of Homeschool with Confidence shares how to guide your student through high school, from career assessment to transcript planning. Find Kris Website: www.hswithconfidence.com Facebook: https://www.face…
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Teach Kids Critical Thinking with Natalie Burns
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As a certified teacher turned homeschooling mom herself, Natalie Burns from Homeschool Teaching Simplified is on a mission to empower homeschooling moms with the tools to teach critical thinking skills, without sacrificing time from the core subjects, so you can see your child take initiative for their learning. "How can we continue to engage with …
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Bringing Back the Educational Magazine with Carolynne Hill
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In the early 1900s, American families had an average of four magazine subscriptions. Today, magazines with educational content are making a comeback with the help of visionaries like Carolynne Hill of Hillside Market. Find Carolynne Website: www.thehillsidemarket.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thehillsidemarket Kody's Links Website: www.thehomest…
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Practical Crafts with Brittany Form from Mountain Girl Makes It
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Self-sufficiency is more than growing your own food; practical crafts are also skills that have been put by the wayside. Brittany Ford of Mountain Girl Makes It joins me to discuss ways to create on your homestead. Find Brittany Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountain_girl_makes_it/ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum:…
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Do homestead influencers still have a place on social media?
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There are conversations floating around social media that "Back To The Land" movements come in 6 year cycles. So join me on a journey through my research to decide if homestead influencers still have a place on social media. Staking Her Claim: https://amzn.to/44Ouj2y Kody's Links: Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Homestead Curriculum: www.hom…
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Sometimes, I just feel the need to share some updates. This episode talks about what happening on our homestead, with our business, the kids, my products, and my favorite books. There is a lot of information in this episode, so check out some of the links below for more information. Episode Links Sponsor the podcast: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/p…
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Nostalgic of a Homestead Childhood with Tiffany Noone
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Tiffany Noone of Fern Woods Farm shares her story of getting started homesteading, nostalgia of a childhood on her grandmother's farm, and her new children's book coming out this summer! Find Tiffany Website: https://www.fernwoodsfarm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fernwoodsfarm/ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculu…
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Blessed to call powerful women my homestead sisters
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Through total exhaustion and jetlag, I share the beauty of praising and uplifting homestead women. Podcast Links Become a Sponsor: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/podcast-sponsor Women's Homestead Society Episode: https://bit.ly/WHSepisode Sophia Eng's Episode: https://bit.ly/sophiasepisode Nourishing Asian Diet: https://amzn.to/3UjWstF Rachel Hester…
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Roxy Kilmer from Simply Seeded and author of new children's book, Be You. Roxy is a fellow homesteader who teaches you to grow where you are planted! Find Roxy Website: https://www.simplyseeded.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyseededtoo Book Be You: https://amzn.to/44dVCmJ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum: w…
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An Honest Homestead Mom Helping Parents Raise Self-Sufficient Kids
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My goal was to teach self-sufficiency skills to the next generation, but it has also been laid upon my heart to teach parents how to instill in their kids a desire for self-sufficiency. I would like to tell you some of my story of an honest homestead mom. Episode Links: Hanner Homestead: info@hannerhomestead.com Hillsider Magazine (available until …
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An Honest Talk About Raising Boys With Durenda Wilson
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Raising boys often makes us question why in the world they were designed the way they were. But as Durenda Wilson, author of Raising Boys to Men, so hilariously puts it, stupidity is not sustainable. Meaning there is hope for these rambunctious little guys who have blessed our lives! Find Durenda: Website: www.durendawilson.com Get her book, Raisin…
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Getting Kids Excited About Useful Science With Dale Cox
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Dale Cox is a food scientist who has developed several science curriculums on food science and then also on physics through the use of Legos. He has an interesting story about how he pursued a career in food science, and we discuss the merits of food education for our youth. Dale's Links: Website: https://edible-knowledge.com/ Facebook: https://www…
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Introduction to Chickens 101 with Dalia Monterroso
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Get an introduction to backyard chickens with Dalia Monterroso, the self-proclaimed President of Chickenlandia. Dalia has a popular YouTube channel (Welcome to Chickenlandia), a podcast (Bawk Tawk), a chicken course, and a couple of chicken books out there to share her knowledge with you. Podcast Links Website: www.welcometochickenlandia.com YouTub…
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Unschooling Ourselves with Diana Peterson
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Unschooling is a homeschooling method that is rapidly growing in popularity, especially within the homestead community. Diana Peterson from Radically Unschooling shares how kids will rise to embrace their own learning when given the opportunity. However, the key to successful unschooling is learning how to unschool ourselves. Episode Links Find Dia…
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Laura Millat from The Girly Homesteader Podcast shares her story of becoming a homesteader when she felt like she didn't fit any of the molds. While she navigates her journey, she jokes about homestead scout badges and has put together a beautiful and useful planner that you can get for 15% off with code KODY15. Show Links Laura's Website: www.theg…
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It's not an accident that we were called to this life with Jen Roberts from Farm Fresh Family
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Jen Roberts from Farm Fresh Family gives insight into why so many of us have been called to the homestead life. Jen has an amazing and inspirational story about becoming a gluten-free homesteading family. Check out Jen's Gluten-Free Cook, and don't miss her second one launching this week! Find Jen: Website: www.farmfreshfamilyfl.com IG: www.instagr…
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I can't believe I recorded the 100th episode of The Homestead Education Podcast! I have shared so much with you, had so many amazing guests, and been through so many ups and downs. Tune into today's episodes to hear where we've been and where we are going! Episode Links: Homestead Business: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homestead-business Local Foo…
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Eat Like a Human With James Berry From Pluck Seasonings
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We are pumping our bodies with synthetic vitamins in an effort to get healthy. Why not use what nature has given us? I'm referring to organ meat. Before you run away gagging, James Berry from Pluck Seasoning is on the podcast today to tell us all about using freeze-dried organ meats in our food. Get 20% off with code: KODY20 Podcast Links: Pluck Se…
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Exploring the Lifestyle of a Homestead Entrepreneur With Janet Garman
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Homesteading and entrepreneurship have a symbiotic relationship in that we make our own schedules and are always seeking new adventures. Janet Garman from Timbercreek Farm and Sawdust Publishing shares the joys and pitfalls of owning a business while homesteading and why we make those choices. Find Janet Timber Creek Farmer: https://www.timbercreek…
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Seed Literacy and Starting with Jason Spahr from Survival Garden Seeds
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Learn about seen starting procedure and timing with Jason Spahr from Survival Garden Seeds. Jason also shares the benefits of Survival Garden seeds and the benefits of their site. Get 20% off Survival Garden Seed Packs: https://survivalgardenseeds.com/?ref=KODY10 Enter to Win the Homestead Survival Pack before 2/11/2024: https://survivalgardenseeds…
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Knowing When To Pivot In Your Homeschool With Christine Weller From Schoolhouse Teachers
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We always feel like we have to stick to the plan or tough it out with homeschool curriculum. Christine Weller from Schoolhouse Teachers joins us today to chat about when it's ok to pivot and make those changes in your homeschool. We talk about different learning styles and meeting the needs of each of your children. Take a minute to check out Schoo…
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This is the rawest conversation I will hopefully ever share with you. At the same time, I hope that you take this information to help you and your family grow and build your own homestead education. Links Homestead Bundle: https://thehillsidemarket.com/pages/ultimate-homesteading-package?sca_ref=5214991.61SYL0S1cP The Worst Hard Times: https://amzn…
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Homesteads follow an agrarian schedule to meet the needs of the seasons and the market. Learn how I plan my homestead by month and tips for a successful year every year. Don't forget to check out the Ultimate Homestead Bundle before Jan. 21, 2024! Episode Links Ultimate Homestead Bundle: https://thehillsidemarket.com/pages/ultimate-homesteading-pac…
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Making money on your homestead helps offset your living costs but can also help keep you or your spouse home with the family. However, sometimes, it is hard to wade through food and agriculture regulations! I break it down for you by product type and where to find information for your state. Episode Links: How to Start a Homestead Business: https:/…
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Homesteads are a year-round job, but you have to reset at some point in your agrarian schedule. Learn how I reground for the year on my homestead, for my business, and our homeschool. There are a ton of links, so browse them for some handy tips! Links: Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com PNW Pigs: www.hannerhomestead.com Survival Course: www.the…
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I like to "slow down" for the winter. Although that usually means that I am reading, baking, and creating more. So call it what you will. Either way, in this episode, I share many of the books I read this year and which are waiting in the queue. Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com PNW Pork: www.hannerhomestead.com Good Reads Profile: www.goodrea…
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Here is a recap of the co-op survival course I taught this semester. For co-ops or your homeschool classroom, encourage the kids to get their hands dirty and push outside their comfort zone! Kody's Show LinksWebsite: www.thehomesteadeducation.comPNW Pork: info@hannerhomestead.comSurvival Waitlist: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/survival/YouT…
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Navigating The Storm Of Starting A Homestead With Hailey Patterson
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Planning and starting a homestead can feel incredibly overwhelming, even for those who live a rural life already. Join me for an insightful conversation with my friend and business manager, Hailey Patterson, as we discuss her fears and roadblocks to starting a family homestead. Find Hailey Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100035743…
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A Year Without The Grocery Store With Karen Morris
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Karen Morris from "Are You Prepared, Mama?" shares about her journey to a year without the grocery store and what that can mean for you. Find Karen Website: www.areyourpreparedmama.com A Year Without The Grocery Store: https://amzn.to/46tS3bG Workbook: https://amzn.to/49VLEZx Prepared Planner: https://amzn.to/3SVsNYJ Our favorite Frixion Pens: http…
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American Sign Language as a Second Language with Larry Leonard
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If you have ever considered sign language as a second language or wanted to teach it in your homeschool, Larry Leonard from the American Sign Language Center has an option for you. Larry tells an interesting story of his life immersed in the deaf community, and how that has formed him into the teacher he is today. Find Larry Leonard https://america…
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After trucking my family across the country to conference after conference this year, my six-year-old made quite a name for himself. Because of that, I thought it would be fun to interview him similarly to many of my other guests to see what he might have to say. Enjoy "What did Wade say?" Find Kody: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Links from today's…
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Be Wise In Your Choices: Exploring An Off-Grid System with Nick & Lisa Meissner
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Nick & Lisa Meissner from Sustainable Preparedness and The Ready Life Podcast share some amazing, thought-provoking information in regard to setting up an off-grid system. Did you know that you don't have to make huge sacrifices or spend a fortune setting up an off-grid system? Do you have your priorities lined out when considering an off-grid syst…
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Follow Your Nudges: The Beauty of Roadschooling with Kimmie Pitman
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Kimmie Pitman shares her family's inspirational story of opting out of the system and hitting the road to pursue an RV life. She and her husband are committed to being the ones who teach their children while experiencing life! Find Kimmie: https://www.instagram.com/wildpitmans/ Find Kody: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com Links from today's epi…
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MaryPat Sass, the daughter of a dairyman and the wife of a crop farmer, joins The Homestead Education Podcast to share her passion for preserving traditions. After an evening chat with her husband's grandmother one night about stories of years passed on the farm, MaryPat saw a need to preserve those memories for generations to come. Find MaryPat Sa…
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Exploring The Dairy Sheep with Rachel Hester
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Are you ready to think outside the milk jug? Rachel Hester from Whoopsy Daisy Farm tells about her journey to raising dairy sheep and their deep-rooted history. While she was beginning her journey, she realized that there was minimal information available on sheep dairying. This led Rachel to write her book The Guide to Homestead Dairy Sheep to sha…
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Nature Provides Everything We Need with Karson Rippstein from Redmond Agriculture
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Does the soil in your garden provide everything your plants need? Karson breaks down how to test and amend your soil naturally along with some fun stories! Learn how to use sea salt and clays to get the most from your soil and provide for your livestock with Redmond Agriculture's products. Get the Remond Agriculture Soil Test: https://bit.ly/homest…
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There’s a reason homesteading and homeschooling often go hand-in-hand. We recognize the shortcomings in the system and want to create a better childhood and a better future for our kids—one where they are free to be creative, healthy, active, smart, resilient, and resourceful. But as simple as that kind of life sounds, it’s not always easy. Today’s…
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Bringing People Together Through Sourdough with Kristen Stinson of The Curated Farm
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Fall is here again, and I'm ready to pull out my starter and make ALL THE BREAD for soup season. But have you ever wondered what is up with sourdough? In the last few years, sourdough’s been blowing up the internet as people all across the world try their hand at baking tangy, complex, DIY loaves and recipes. In today's episode, we'll tell you how …
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Creating Room to Bloom with Marlin and Lisa Miller of Plain Values
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Ever think about combining your love for homesteading with adoption? In this episode, I talk with Marlin and Lisa Miller of Plain Values Magazine. We dive deep into the Miller’s heartfelt adoption journey and their unique connection to the Amish community. Marlin and Lisa explain how homesteading has provided a safe, stable, and healthy environment…
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Learning from Each Other with Stephanie Leaf
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Diving into homesteading can be a scary prospect if you don’t know what you’re doing. But today’s guest shows us it’s 100% doable to reclaim those lost skills if you keep an open mindset, stick to a seasonal/cyclical to-do list, and stay willing to learn from each other! Today’s guest is Stephanie Leaf from the Simple Living Made Simple podcast whi…
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Walking away from Public Schooling with Mandy Davis of HomeBuilt Education
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It’s 2023, and public schools are in a downward spiral. For many parents, covid was the catalyst that woke up a deep-seated desire to take back responsibility for our children’s educational and emotional well-being. But is homeschooling really the answer to a broken system? Can we really meet all of our kids’ needs inside the four walls of our home…
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Learning about Grain Mills with Bonnie Jones (GrainMaker)
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As homesteaders, we like to be prepared for anything - with a little grit and determination. But as modern homesteaders with an image to maintain, it’s still okay to embrace convenience! In today’s episode, Bonnie Jones of Grain Maker Grain Mills shows us how we can have the best of both: convenience through innovation and hard-earned self-sufficie…
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Discussing Hard Topics in Agriculture with The Farm Babe (Michelle Miller)
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Can we demystify the world of plant breeding and genetic modification? Meet Michelle Miller, the Farm Babe, on a mission to break down the barriers between consumers and farmers. She began her social media outreach almost nine years ago, fueled by frustration with misinformation about farming practices. Michelle's story unfolds from a large-scale f…
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Women Functioning Outside the Box with Brandy Von Holten of Country Tough
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Ready to meet a real Baddie homesteader in every sense of the word? Buckle up and get ready for my conversation with Brandy Von Holten! She’s the host of Country Tough, a podcast formerly known as Big Boss Mare, which won the number one podcast in Missouri for 2024 and was a top podcast in Missouri for three years running. Brandy is a former heavyw…
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Beyond Personal Finance with Charla McKinley
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How can we teach our kids to understand how money works in real life before real consequences happen? Join us today as we talk with one of my favorite conference friends, Charla McKinley of Beyond Personal Finance! Charla explains how she created a fun and interactive homeschool finance curriculum with the goal of training kids to make informed dec…
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