A Tiny Homestead

What happens when farmers and consumers get together and simply start asking questions? A lot of learning, conversation, and connection! In this episode, Mary talks with Kelly Stanek of Common Ground Minnesota about agriculture, women in farming, and the importance of helping consumers understand where their food comes from. Kelly shares how Common Ground Minnesota connects women farmers with cons...

What does it really take to build a homestead that can help support your family? Mary chats with Caitlin from Happy Humblestead in Tennessee about starting small, making money from a homestead, and building a life that works for your family. Caitlin shares how she and her family started their Virginia homestead with just $100 and a dream. From rabbits, quail, canning and sourdough to renting homes...

In this episode of A Tiny Homestead, Mary talks with Teri Turner of nocrumbsleft about cooking, creativity, food, and the joy of learning as you go. Teri shares how her love of food and cooking unexpectedly grew into a successful online business. She talks about becoming a self-taught cook, creating recipes, working with seasonal ingredients, and why she believes you should start by cooking what y...

Carol Connare, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac , is back on the podcast for a fun and wide-ranging conversation about weather, gardening, nature, and the new 2027 edition of the almanac. Mary and Carol talk about unusual weather patterns, long-range forecasting, El Niño, changing weather signals, and why this year has left even longtime weather watchers feeling a little confused. They also get...

What happens when your husband suggests raising fallow deer while you're in labor? For Becky Compton of BRC Fallow Deer in Kansas, it eventually led to a whole new way of farming. Mary talks with Becky about raising fallow deer alongside cattle, rabbits, bees and a garden. Becky shares how her family got started with deer, what makes fallow deer different from whitetails, and why fawning season is...

What do Naked and Afraid, homesteading, gardening, wild foods, and curiosity have in common? A lot more than you might think! In this episode, Mary talks with Alexandra of Barefoot and Breathing in upstate New York about her unforgettable experience on Naked and Afraid, living off the land, teaching children where their food comes from, and discovering just how resourceful we can be when we have t...

What does homesteading look like in Florida? Mary talks with Jess from The Coastal Homestead about raising three homeschooled kids, keeping chickens, gardening, raising golden doodles, and starting a flower farm on one acre in Central Florida. Jess shares what it's like to homestead without traditional seasons, how she prepares for Florida's growing season, and why she started breeding golden dood...

Mary welcomes Diane Graber of Montana Country Homesteading back to the podcast for a conversation about something Diane is passionate about: helping women build skills, create income, and become more financially prepared for whatever life may bring. Diane shares how women can turn their talents, passions, and homesteading resources into income. They also talk about cooking from scratch, preserving...

In this episode, Mary chats with Nikki from Purely Chickens about backyard chickens, homesteading, raising kids around animals, and how a pandemic-era chicken coop video turned into a thriving business and more than a million social media followers. Nikki shares her journey from kindergarten teacher to chicken expert, her experience raising multiple flocks, and what she has learned about caring fo...

In this episode of A Tiny Homestead, Mary talks with Caitlin and Joe of Our Humble Homestead in Garland, Maine. What began with a garden and a desire to provide healthier food for their family has grown into a working homestead with Jersey cows, chickens, turkeys, a farm stand, and a growing connection to their local community. Caitlin and Joe share how their homestead evolved from focusing on sel...

In this episode of A Tiny Homestead, Mary talks with Andrea from What the Farmer’s Wife Reads in Owatonna, Minnesota. Andrea shares what life is like on her family’s fifth-generation dairy farm, where they milk around 250 registered Holstein cows. She also talks about raising calves, farm life, family, and how a love of books eventually led her to create a space where she can combine reading with...

Fall is here, and Mary is joined by Leah Peterson, also known as Clear Creek Ranch Mom, for a conversation about one of their favorite times of year: harvest season. Mary and Leah talk about preserving the abundance of fall, including canning, freezing, pickling, drying herbs, and making the most of whatever produce is available. They share practical tips for beginners, including why you don't hav...

Today I'm talking with Hayden at Blackwood Farm .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buyme...

Today I'm talking with Joe and John at Farmstand: Fresh & Local .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a c...

Today I'm talking with Jim at Vinestops .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buymeacoffee....

Today I'm talking with Dylan at Allegedly Absurd Bakery .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https...

Today I'm talking with Jennifer at Bayou Magnolia Homestead and Ranch .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a...

Today I'm talking with Katie at The Little Farm in the Forest .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee ...

Today I'm talking with Vicki at Roberts Rabbitry Homestead .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  ht...

Today I'm talking with Raven at Southern Roots Organic Cabinet .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee...

Today I'm talking with Jennifer at Magnolia Morning Co .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https:...

Today I'm talking with Morgan at Cole Canyon Farms .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://bu...

Today I'm talking with Ronel at Zebulon Heritage Farm .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https:/...

Today I'm talking with Connor at La Terre Farms .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https://buyme...

Today I'm talking with Hannah at Linden Hill Ranch LLC .  This episode is sponsored by Greenbush Twins & Company . https://www.homesteadliving.com/subscribe/ref/41/ https://homesteadliving.com/the-old-fashioned-on-purpose-planner/ref/41/ www.patreon.com/atinyhomestead If you'd like to support me in growing this podcast, like, share, subscribe or leave a comment. Or just buy me a coffee  https:...