Best Banana Factory Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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S15: E4: STOP Stressing Over Your Garden: My 3 Non-Negotiable Strategies 30:41

2d ago30:41

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I love to share the mental health benefits of gardening, but what do you do when your garden makes you feel STRESSED, not serene? I've been there (more than once). Today I'm sharing my 3 non-negotiable garden strategies that I use every single year to ensure my garden is a place of joy and not overwhelm. A must-listen if you're trying to grow food …

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S15: E3: Could a Working Dog Make Your Homestead Chores Easier? 1:00:42

9d ago1:00:42

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This episode blew my mind! I've been around plenty of working dogs, but they've always been used for working large numbers of livestock on huge pieces of land. However, this conversation with Jordyn Kelly of Working Aussies Homestead completely changed my mind. Listen as she shares the creative, time-saving ways she uses dogs around her homestead (…

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S15 E2: How to Become an Opt-Out Family 50:30

16d ago50:30

50:30

Ever wondered what happens when a social media influencer with a million followers swaps the digital spotlight for a tech-minimal lifestyle? This episode features Erin Lochner, the inspiring powerhouse behind "The Opt-Out Family." Erin takes us on a journey from her high-profile career in social media to her decision to embrace a technology-minimal…

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S15 E1: Mulching Magic: Unlocking the Secrets to a Thriving Garden 45:50

24d ago45:50

45:50

With gardening scaled back due to some timing issues with the milk cows, the spotlight is on the lifesaving benefits of mulch, especially as we brace for an impending drought. Learn how mulch can transform your garden by saving time, reducing weeds, and conserving precious water. Get ready for a treasure trove of practical gardening advice as we ex…

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Why Meal Planning Doesn't Work for You (and what to do instead!) 35:31

1M ago35:31

35:31

I love to cook... I love to plan... but I've never been able to stick with a consistent meal planning system. And it bugged me for YEARS. However, when I realized our unconventional life requires an unconventional meal plan, everything changed. In today's episode, I'm sharing my best tips for getting from-scratch food on the table without rigid rec…

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The Veterinary Herbalist's Guide to Holistic Animal Care 50:23

2M ago50:23

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Herbs have been used to doctor animals for millennia, but sadly it's tough to find information on how to use them in our modern age. Today I'm so thrilled to be joined by Dr. Patrick Jones-- a veterinarian, naturopath, and herbalist who knows this topic inside and out. Dr. Jones sheds light on the complexities of herbal dosages, species-specific ri…

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S14 E19: How to Grow Bananas in the Snow 42:34

2M ago42:34

42:34

Sometimes growing vegetables in a wintery climate can feel like an extreme sport... So when I received an email from Nate of the Manti Homestead sharing how he built an off-grid greenhouse that's growing bananas, passionfruit, and more in the Utah snow, I was intrigued. Nate shares a wealth of knowledge in this value-packed episode. Prepare to have…

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S14 S18: Let Your Garden Be Easy This Year 28:08

2M ago28:08

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Does a garden really require blood, sweat, and tears to grow well? It's easy to think that, but what if we found a way to work *with* nature instead of against it? In today's episode, I'm sharing the most underrated garden hack and how it has forever transformed my growing spaces. Podcast Episode Highlights My garden challenges My tree growing stor…

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S14 E17: How to Tap Into Your Heritage for a More Beautiful Life 1:04:04

2M ago1:04:04

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We talk a lot about returning to our roots and reclaiming heritage skills... but what role does your family heritage REALLY play in your homesteading efforts? How can you lean on it for motivation during the stressful times? And what do you do if you DON'T have a rich heritage to draw from? Today's guest, Dolores Taranto, speaks more beautifully to…

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S14 E16: Cracking the Code of Whole Wheat Sourdough 51:20

3M ago51:20

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Sourdough bread made with freshly-milled flour. It's many a homesteader's dream, but those whole wheat loaves can easily turn into a nightmare if you're not prepared. I am so excited to be joined by Mary of The Rose Homestead in today's episode. She's mastered the art of baking light, fluffy loaves with freshly-milled whole wheat flour and she's sh…

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S14 E15: Confessions of a Fun Hater 24:26

3M ago24:26

24:26

Ever been accused of being a "fun hater?" If so, you're not alone. In fact, it seems to be a common trait in those of us drawn towards old-fashioned things. Find out the difference between fun vs. flow and why your fun-hating ways may actually be a superpower. Podcast Episode Highlights Perceptions of 'fun' How an interview made me think about 'fun…

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S14 E14: How to Live Off-Grid in a Tiny Cabin 44:32

3M ago44:32

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Note: Due to privacy reasons, Reesa has deleted her website. Even though I live ON-grid with electricity and running water, sometimes I day-dream about what it'd be like to live completely off-grid in a tiny cabin. And today's guest does exactly that! This conversation with Reesa of Morning Star Mama is packed-full of creative strategies and tactic…

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S14 E13: How to Bring a Sourdough Starter Back from the Dead 23:44

3M ago23:44

23:44

It's no secret-- I am an unfit sourdough parent. I often forget to feed it and I regularly leave it in my fridge for 8 months at a time. Yet-- even through my sourdough faux paus, I'm able to maintain a starter that creates delicious bread and more. In today's episode I'm confessing my sourdough sins and sharing my sourdough CPR method for bringing…

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S14 E12: Why I Don't Live Like the Sky is Falling 31:17

4M ago31:17

31:17

There's a lot of fear floating around the homestead community lately. In today's episode I'll share my history with paranoia, how it ultimately will hurt your homestead, and why I no longer subscribe to fear-based homesteading. Podcast Episode Highlights Thoughts about the term' homestead' Concerns about current shifts in what 'homestead' means Why…

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S14 E11: What You NEED to Know Before You Start Grinding Your Own Flour 32:56

4M ago32:56

32:56

The world of whole wheat can be ridiculously overwhelming: Hard, soft, winter, spring, red, white... and that doesn't even take into account all the different varieties out there. In today's episode I'm sharing my helpful whole wheat framework that will not only cut through the noise, but also empower you to finally tackle that whole wheat baking (…

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S14 E10: We Stopped Watching TV for 6 Months. This is What Happened 32:44

4M ago32:44

32:44

Last year we decided to stop watching TV for 6 months. In the process we learned a lot of new skills and made the internet very angry. Today I'm breaking down our decision in detail and sharing my best tips for doing your own tech fast. Podcast Episode Highlights Backstory on our TV fast Details on what was involved in our TV fast Our kids reaction…

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S14 E9: The 7 Hour Business To Fund Your Backyard Farming 49:50

4M ago49:50

49:50

A homestead that funds itself... that's the dream, isn't it? We've covered a number of income-producing ideas on the show over the years, and I have another one for you today. I'm joined by the brilliant Marjory Wildcraft as she outlines how you can turn seed-saving into a viable and profitable income stream to add to your homestead this year. Podc…

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S14 E8: We're Selling the Soda Fountain. Here's Why. 27:46

5M ago27:46

27:46

How do you know when to PERSEVERE and when to PRUNE?? We recently listed the soda fountain for sale, which has (understandably) caused a stir. Today I'm sharing the decision making process that got us to this point and how you can use several old-fashioned principles to help you focus on what matters around your life and homestead. Podcast Episode …

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S14 E7: The Inconvenient Truth About Building Community 26:56

5M ago26:56

26:56

"How do you find a community of like-minded people who share your beliefs?" I get this question a lot and my answer might surprise you. It also prompted some interesting discussion on social media, so I'm diving into all the nuance and messy, community-building truth in this podcast episode. Podcast Episode Highlights Why community is a pillar of t…

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248: Taylor Grift? 1:02:15

5M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

We're finally back! We had to dust off the mics to talk about what everone is upset about... Taylor Swift. Well that or everyone is upset that people are upset about Taylor Swift at the Kansas City Chiefs games. Taylor Swift's net worth Taylor Swift's earnings Taylor Swift's ex boyfriends Taylor Swift's friend Ice Spice at the Superbowl Find us: Go…

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S14 E6: How to Create an Effective Homestead First Aid Kit 45:55

5M ago45:55

45:55

Most homesteaders are frustrated with the modern healthcare system, but disentangling ourselves from it is easier said than done. I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Amber Belt today as we discuss how to safely and effectively take charge of your health. Dr. Belt offers an empowering (and balanced) approach to dealing with homestead first aid, acute i…

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S14 E5: The Hardest Thing We've Ever Done: The Charter School Tell-All 1:18:27

5M ago1:18:27

1:18:27

I've been promising this episode for months, and it's finally here! Christian is joining me to finally share the entire charter school saga and trust me-- it's a doozy! It's the hardest project we've ever done by far, but also one of the best. Listen in for our darkest times, our biggest victories, and our most poignant lessons. Even if you have no…

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S14 E4: The Wild & Wonderful World of Olive Oil (and why it matters to you!) 57:34

5M ago57:34

57:34

Who would have thought the world of olive oil would be so fascinating? From the "Agromafia" to "Three cough oils" to how to develop your palate like an olive oil connoisseur, this is an episode you won't want to miss! I'm joined by T.J. Robinson, the "olive oil hunter" himself to dive into the ins and outs of this ancient oil and why it matters mor…

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S14 E3: The #1 Way to Save Money on Garden Seeds 31:07

6M ago31:07

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Tis the season for fresh garden dreams and pretty seed catalogs. It's easy to get swept away in the excitement of a new season, but before you whip out the credit card and order a pile of new seeds, take a moment to listen to this episode. I'm sharing some money-saving advice that will not only help your garden to be more efficient, but also save y…

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S14 E2: How to Recover from Last Year's Homestead Fails 25:50

6M ago25:50

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If you have a homestead of any kind, failures are inevitable. And the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to create action plans on how to prevent missteps in the coming year. In this podcast episode, I'll share my 4-step Homestead Reset Framework that I use for figuring out why certain aspects of my homestead failed, and how to make it bet…

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S14 E1: My Biggest (and Most Painful) Lessons of 2023 28:51

6M ago28:51

28:51

Whew! 2023 was a doozy and not without some major mountain top AND valley moments. Join me as I break down my biggest wins (and lessons) of the past year. Podcast Episode Highlights Lesson #1: Be extremely careful about who you partner with on big projects (business, homesteading, etc.) Lesson #2: Always listen to your gut Lesson #3: No one is comi…

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S13 E21: What You Didn't Know About Starting Seeds 1:26:07

7M ago1:26:07

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You’ve probably heard me say that starting your own seeds is one of the most cost-effective things you can do on your homestead. And while it's not difficult, a lot of people struggle with it. I'm thrilled to be joined by THE seed starting guru today, Shawn McLoughlin of All About the Garden. Never in my life have I met a person this passionate and…

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S13 E20: How to Find Your Dream Property and Make It Pay for Itself 1:01:24

7M ago1:01:24

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They're two of the most burning questions in the homestead world right now: "How do I find land?" and "How can I make money from my land?" In the current economy, this can feel like an impossible task. Today I'm thrilled to be joined by someone that has created a bulletproof framework on this very subject. Jaymie Friesen has not only created incred…

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S13 E19: The Resistance, Mental Toughness, & Developing an Old-Fashioned Mindset 44:11

8M ago44:11

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Here on the podcast we talk a lot about choosing an old-fashioned path. Sometimes that’s skills like cooking or gardening, but other times, it’s a definitive choice in how we choose to think and move through life. I believe one of the most powerful old-fashioned practices we can adopt is to push against the modern victim mindset. Today I’m thrilled…

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S13 E18: Q&A: What Religion Are You? And other personal questions 45:58

8M ago45:58

45:58

It's time for another Q & A, and this time-- I'm answering the more personal questions I've been getting. From "What religion are you?" to "what homeschool curriculum do you use?" to "have you ever wanted to quit homesteading?" we're getting vulnerable, real, and a little bit spicy in today's episode! Learn more about my Old-Fashioned on Purpose Pl…

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S13 E17: How to Make Your Own Probiotics 42:40

8M ago42:40

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While there are many ways to squirrel away food for later, one of the most old-fashioned options is fermentation. However, this method is often shrouded in mystery... Is it really safe? What if it tastes weird? What if you don't have a root cellar? How do fermented foods compare to probiotics? Wild fermentation revivalist Jamie Powell joins me in t…

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247: Weird Johnson 56:04

8M ago56:04

56:04

What made the internet angry this Week? Did AOC fart on a zoom interview? How short is Ron Desantis? Mike Johnson as getting blasted with headlines. Some dude faked 20 heart attacks for food. Find us: Go Fund Me https://gofund.me/d8eaa20f Web outragefactory.com Twitter @OutrageFactPod Insta @outrage_factory Tik Tok @dalederuiter Facebook www.facebo…

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S13 E16: Don't Believe Everything You Hear: Homesteading Myths & Misconceptions 57:29

8M ago57:29

57:29

We're stepping on ALL the toes in today's episode! I was thrilled to have Austin and his family from the popular Homesteady podcast & Youtube channel swing by our home to record this episode in person. We held nothing back in talking about some of the biggest myths and misconceptions in the homesteading world. Do you agree with our takes on these i…

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S13 E15: Modern Life vs. Gut Health: What You Need to Know to Stay Healthy in Today's World 1:20:04

8M ago1:20:04

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Our modern era has wreaked havoc on many aspects of our health, but perhaps nothing is as concerning as what conventional life is doing to our guts. In this podcast episode, I'm joined by holistic nutritionist and gut health guru Josh Dech to take a DEEP dive into why America has some of the worst gut health in the world. Josh is excellent at expla…

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S13 E14: Pasture to Freezer: What You Need to Know Before You Process Your Home-Raised Pigs 1:05:55

9M ago1:05:55

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He's back! I had SO much positive feedback from my first interview with lard evangelist Charles Mayfield, I had to have him join me for another conversation. Last time we talked all things pastured pork, so this time we're talking next steps. It's everything you need to know about butchering your home-raised pigs, finding a processor, scalding & sc…

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S13 E13: How to Actually Make Money from a Small Farm 45:52

9M ago45:52

45:52

It's every homesteader's dream to quit their job and become completely self-sufficient selling eggs & soap from their homestead. The bad news? It's almost impossible to make a full-time income from selling eggs & soap. The good news? It's entirely possible to make real money from your small farm-- you just need a strategy. In this episode, I'm join…

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S13 E12: How to Overcome Roadblocks as You Build Community 43:21

9M ago43:21

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Building community. It's one of the most important and old-fashioned skills we can develop in our modern era. Yet, sometimes it's easier said than done. I'm joined by Christine Marie Bailey today. She's the author of The Kindred Life and a passionate advocate for building community, no matter where you live. In this episode, she shares some of her …

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246: Swelce 58:46

9M ago58:46

58:46

What made the internet angry this Week? Blue Jays are already out. Sadly no-one turned into a 5G zombie on Oct 4. People tried to milkshake duck Wab Kinew but it turns out his tweets were just funny. Derek now likes baseball more than Hockey. Dale started watching Ted Lasso, does it live up to the hype? The House of Commons gave a standing ovation …

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S13 E11: How to Grow a Pollinator Victory Garden 57:06

9M ago57:06

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In my travels across the Internet, I hear the topic of pollination coming up more and more. While I think most of us are aware of the decline in bee populations, I want to get to the heart of the issue today. In this podcast episode, I'm joined by the brilliant Kim Eierman, author and ecological gardener, to discuss what’s really going on with the …

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S13 E10: IT'S HERE! Listen to the First Pages of My New Book! 19:30

10M ago19:30

19:30

I've been dreaming of this day for YEARS... My new book, Old-Fashioned on Purpose, is finally entering the world this week! To celebrate, I'm reading the Introduction here on the podcast today. And, we're extending all the preorder bonuses until the end of this week. So, there's still a few days left to grab my full Heritage Cooking Crash Course an…

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245: BB&B 52:56

10M ago52:56

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What made the internet angry this Week? More Pumpkin Spice talk from your favorite basic bros. How gross was the Nick Chubb injury. Is Elon going to make people pay for twitter? Doubt it. Paul “Biznasty” Bissonette inadvertently cancels Babcock. What could people tell about our personalities by looking at our camera rolls. Horny Boebert is the Hall…

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S13 E9: Confused by Compost? This Episode is For You! 56:54

10M ago56:54

56:54

Composting is one of the most natural processes on the planet... so why does it feel so confusing sometimes? Even though I've dabbled in compost for YEARS, there were certain aspects that always felt elusive... until now! I'm thrilled to be joined in this episode by Kate Flood aka "Compostable Kate." She's an author and Compost Coach with an uncann…

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S13 E8: 5 (Surprising) Lessons I Learned from Writing a Book 24:39

10M ago24:39

24:39

We're 2 weeks from launch day for my new book, so I thought it'd be fun to pull back the curtain and share some of the surprising lessons I've learned from the book writing process. Whether you're interested in writing a book of your own someday, or just curious about the process, come listen! (Plus, I'm giving my full-length Heritage Cooking Crash…

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244: Burning Man Looks Dumb 1:03:38

10M ago1:03:38

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What made the internet angry this Week? Fantasy sports are awesome. RIP Jimmy Buffet and Steve Harwell. There are some dumb conspiracies about 75,000 people being stuck at Burning Man after the climate change rains. Nic Cage isn’t appreciated enough. Have you ever had “turn a plane around” diarrhea? Don’t block the entrance to burning man. Turns ou…

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S13 E7: Stop Playing Small: The Secret to Reinventing Yourself 49:17

10M ago49:17

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Feeling the urge to make a major life change? Wondering if the dreams you have are worth chasing? Nervous to break away from the prescribed paths? This podcast episode is for you! Craig Siegel isn't homesteader or farmer, but he IS a world-class expert on reinventing yourself. Three years ago he made a major pivot in his life, switched careers, and…

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S13 E6: Picky Eaters, Intuitive Eating, & Organ Meat Magic 57:52

11M ago57:52

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They're one of the most nutritious foods we can eat, so why is there such an "ick factor" surrounding them? We're talking about organ meats today! In this episode, I'm joined by James Barry, professional chef and passionate organ meat advocate. But this conversation goes much deeper than just beef liver or tongue. We discuss intuitive eating, how t…

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243: Post Banana Stress Disorder 58:37

11M ago58:37

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What made the internet angry this Week? Does the wildfire smoke give us a good enough excuse to be low energy? Because that’s what we're using. The Maui forest fires were not started by space lasers it was just derelict infrastructure. Oldman dad talk. Crotch Bananas from Lizzo. Taylor Swift is heckin rich. Schlong Factory. Best Buy is offering man…

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S13 E5: How to Design an Old-Fashioned Home that Fosters Creativity 35:24

11M ago35:24

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The concept of home has changed drastically in our modern era. Once considered a place of industry, it's now a place merely for sleeping and eating. But as old-fashioned minded people, we have the opportunity to rewrite that narrative. In this episode, I'm joined by Lyndsey of Treehouse Schoolhouse as she shares her best strategies for cultivating …

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S13 E4: Weeds, Pests, & Herbicides: Overcoming Your Worst Organic Gardening Woes 57:47

11M ago57:47

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Organic gardening is such a beautiful idea-- who *doesn't* love the idea of a chemical-free, all-natural growing space?? Unfortunately, sometimes growing the natural way is easier said than done, especially when you're dealing with loads of weeds and pests. I'm joined by organic gardening guru Joe Lamp'l today. We talk through holistic, natural sol…

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S13 E3.5: Check out the Growing Joy with Plants Podcast! 3:30

11M ago3:30

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Intrigued by the recent houseplant episode with Maria Faiella? Me too! Listen to the trailer of her podcast here, then go subscribe to her Growing Joy with Plants podcast. It's meaty and practical and I know you'll love it! Subscribe to Maria's podcast: Growing Joy with Plants (https://link.chtbl.com/b1s82K-h) Learn more about my NEW book Old-Fashi…

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