The Cottager's Podcast

This interview was conducted between Mathew (Little Way Farm and Homestead) and Dr. Doug Darnowski of Sts. Therese and Isidore Farm College. The discussion covered an array of topics pertaining to growing plants and plant biology. This interview is fast-paced and opens the opportunity for consideration of how to best plan, cultivate and harvest crops for homesteading. Check out Sts. Therese and Is...

This Episode included guests Alex and Melissa Dee - of the Saints Alive Podcast.   We have found that storytelling is particularly important to developing a homestead that brings forward a place of encouragement, excitement and wonder amongst children. The stories of the Saints are unique as their commitments to God are inspiring and challenging and we are grateful to Alex and Melissa, and all of...

Welcome to another episode of the Little Way Farm and Homestead Podcast! Today we are honored to have a genuine conversation between close friends of ours - Mike and Frances.  Mike and Frances are one of the first families to welcome us into the homesteading lifestyle. It was at their house that we learned how to process chickens. I still remember running around the front yard trying to catch thos...

On this episode we spoke with Eric and Suzan Sammons about raising children, developing strong Catholic families, and more.  Eric and Suzan Sammons are the parents of seven children. Suzan is the author of The Stations of the Cross in Slow Motion: A Daily Devotion for Lent which will be available through Sophia Institute Press in January of 2024) She is a homeschooling mother and editor of several...

Brandon and Lauren Sheard are the operating duo of Farmstead Meatsmith . Journeying together into an appreciation for artistry and mastery of animal husbandry, slaughter and butchery, their commitment to the Catholic Faith shines as a theme of inspiration enveloping an openness to Grace. Episode Introduction: "Brandon Sheard came into traditional livestock harvesting after studying Shakespeare in...

Shawn and Beth Dougherty discuss low-input farming,  starting points with animals on the homestead and the Catholic Faith. Biography for Shawn and Beth Dougherty: Shawn and Beth Dougherty have been farming together since the 1980’s Using intensive grazing as the primary source of food energy, the Doughertys raise dairy and beef cows, sheep, farm-fed hogs, and a variety of poultry, producing most o...

As the winter approaches, we find it important to review what went well at the farm and homestead over the past year. We are also excited from two other members of our family and what they found enjoyable about the farm and homestead.   Want to learn more about homesteading, farming and the Catholic faith? Check out the Little Way Farm and Homestead Website at www.littlewayhomestead.com .   Know s...

Does the Homestead need to be a source of income? This is a conversation we believe is probably more important than many realize. We hope you find encouragement and support in the discussion as you further explore the development of your homestead.

Why do we homestead? This is becoming a more important question as we continue to have the opportunity to meet others who are interested in homesteading. Why do we homestead? Well, for quite a few reasons of which we will explore on this episode of the Little Way Farm and Homestead podcast! For more information including upcoming Farm and Homestead events, check out o ur a t ww.w.littlewayhomestea...

A lot can be learned in one year on the homestead! In this episode, Mathew discusses successes and challenges of the farm and homestead from the past year. For information about farm inventory, upcoming events and more - check out Littlewayhomestead.com. 

How was the past year on the homestead? Carissa reflects on the past year including discussion about things that went well and challenges along the way. Checkout Littlewayhomestead.com for more details and information about Little Way Farm and Homestead.

On this episode Mathew and Carissa discuss raising children on the  Homestead. They discuss some common concerns people may often express as well as many joys and opportunities pertaining to raising children on a homestead.

On this episode of the Little Way Farm and Homestead podcast, Mathew and Carissa discuss various misconceptions about homesteading. The following misconceptions were discussed during this episode: 1.) Homesteads require a lot of land 2.) Homesteads must be off-grid 3.) Homesteading involves late nights and early mornings 4.) Your Homestead must look like one you've seen on social media 5.) You mus...

Mathew and Carissa discuss four things to consider as you begin, or prepare to begin, the development of your Homestead. 

On this episode of the Little Way Farm and Homestead podcast, Mathew and Carissa discuss the importance of the Catholic faith on the homestead. 

On this episode of the Little Way Farm and Homestead Podcast we become introduced to Mathew and Carissa. During the conversation we will hear about the journey Mathew and Carissa took from the city to the countryside.