Less House More Resilience

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, host Laura interviews Bill Thornton, a builder and resident of El Rito, who shares his journey of creating a unique home and life in a small community. Bill discusses his early experiences with building, the evolution of his home, and the importance of community and cooperation in sustainable living. He emphasizes th...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Travis Duckworth discusses his journey in community building through the lens of tiny homes and sustainable practices. He emphasizes the importance of local relationships, navigating challenges such as NIMBYism, and the role of community in economic growth. Travis shares insights on sustainability in construction and...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, host Laura interviews Matt Remine, an expert in rocket stoves and rocket mass heaters. They discuss the principles behind rocket stoves, their efficiency compared to traditional wood stoves, and the importance of thermal mass in heating systems. Matt shares insights on building rocket mass heaters, particularly for s...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura reflects on her journey of alternative living, discussing her experiences in Colorado and the various housing options available. She emphasizes the importance of understanding personal values when making housing choices and explores the balance between nomadic lifestyles and community building. Laura encourages...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura discusses with Payton Bendure her journey from traditional home ownership to embracing a skoolie lifestyle. Payton shares her experiences growing up, the lessons learned from early home ownership, and the motivations behind transitioning to a mobile lifestyle. They delve into the importance of community, the ch...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode, Laura reflects on the transformative journey of living in a tiny house for a year. She expresses gratitude for the experiences, challenges, and growth that have come with this lifestyle change. She shares insights about the importance of having a home base, the beauty of nature, and the peace found in their new environment. As she celebrates this milest...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moolah podcast, Laura discusses the intricacies of interior design when downsizing, particularly in the context of moving into a tiny house or a log cabin. She emphasizes the importance of creativity, personal storytelling, and balancing cost with aesthetics in the design process. Laura shares practical tips for making cost-effecti...

Click to Send Laura a Text! The conversation with Mark Pilcher, founder of the Warrior Village Project, explores the innovative approach to addressing homelessness among veterans through the construction of movable tiny houses by high school students. The project not only provides housing solutions but also empowers students with valuable skills and confidence, fostering a sense of community and r...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola Podcast, Laura reflects on the criticism received after a recent YouTube tiny home tour. The conversation explores the challenges and lessons learned from living an unconventional lifestyle, emphasizing the importance of personal values, resilience, and community support in the face of criticism. The host shares insights on b...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura Lynch hosts John Weisbarth and Zack Giffin. Together they discuss the re-energizing of the tiny house movement through their new show, Tiny House Revival. They explore the growing need for affordable housing, the misalignment of current housing stock with population needs, and the potential of tiny homes to pro...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola Podcast, Laura shares her experiences working on a cabin project in South Central Colorado. She discusses the renovations being made to the cabin, the importance of tiny living in her life, and how it has allowed her to run her own business with greater autonomy. The conversation highlights the fulfillment that comes from phy...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this 100th episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura reflects on the journey of alternative living, discussing the importance of building a strong foundation in life and the ongoing renovation project in Colorado. The conversation emphasizes resilience, sustainability, and the need to address core issues rather than opting for quick fixes. The host shares i...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, host Ellen Stone discusses her journey into the tiny home movement, the advocacy work she has done to legalize tiny homes in San Diego, and the various benefits of tiny living. She shares her personal experiences, the emotional aspects of tiny living, and how tiny homes can serve as solutions for the unhoused. The co...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, host Laura engages with Lisa Geraci Rigoni, the Chief Declutter Officer of The Organizing Mentors, to discuss the challenges and mental blocks associated with downsizing and decluttering. Lisa shares her insights on the emotional connections people have with their belongings, the importance of taking small steps to d...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura discusses the importance of embracing seasonal changes and wellness, reflecting on how tiny living allows for a deeper connection with oneself and nature. She explores the contradictions of self-care in a productivity-driven society, the impact of work ethic on health, and the class-based perspectives on work a...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, host Laura interviews Cathy Nesbitt, an ecopreneur known as, Cathy Crawly Laughing Bean Queen. Cathy shares her journey of creating sustainable solutions through worm composting, laughter yoga, and sprouting. She discusses the importance of self-care, the benefits of laughter, and how to incorporate these practices i...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura discusses the relevance of minimalism in the context of inflation and economic uncertainty. She shares her personal journey of downsizing to a tiny house and reflects on the importance of mindful spending. Laura provides five practical tips for aligning spending with personal values, encouraging curiosity about...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode, Laura reflects on her experience at TinyFest in California, discussing the growing interest in tiny living as a viable alternative to traditional housing. She emphasizes the importance of financial planning in making the transition to a simpler lifestyle, highlighting the benefits of reduced financial obligations and increased freedom. Through a case st...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, host Laura interviews Pam Hughes, co-founder of Co-Buy, to discuss the concept of co-buying homes. They explore the challenges and complexities of co-ownership, the importance of financial literacy, and how co-buying can serve as a solution to current housing market issues. Pam shares insights on the co-ownership jou...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moolah podcast, Kristin Hanes shares her journey into tiny living, discussing her transition from a conventional lifestyle to living on a sailboat and in a van. She highlights the benefits of living small, including financial savings and the ability to travel and explore nature. Kristin also addresses the challenges of urban parkin...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, the host shares her personal journey through various housing experiences, illustrating the economic lessons learned along the way. From her childhood home built by her parents to navigating the housing market during the Great Recession, she emphasizes the importance of financial resilience and the impact of market fl...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola podcast, Laura shares her experiences traveling from Northern New Mexico to Quartzsite, Arizona, and back. She reflects on the diverse lifestyles she encountered along the way, particularly in alternative living scenarios. The conversation highlights the importance of water resilience, the socioeconomic spectrum of alternativ...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of the Less House More Moola Podcast, Laura discusses the concept of lifestyle creep, which refers to the gradual increase in spending as income rises, leading to former luxuries becoming perceived necessities. She highlights the impact of consumer spending, particularly during the holiday season, and how it often leads to personal debt. Laura emphasizes...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this episode of Less House More Moola, Laura and Eric reflect on their journey of transitioning to a tiny house lifestyle. They discuss the challenges and joys of moving to a new community, the lessons learned from significant life changes, and the importance of adaptability and planning. The conversation also touches on their future projects and the opportunities fo...

Click to Send Laura a Text! In this engaging conversation, Melissa Mitt shares her journey from traditional homeownership to embracing a nomadic lifestyle in an RV. She discusses the motivations behind her decision to sell her home, the challenges and benefits of working while traveling, and the financial lessons learned along the way. Melissa emphasizes the importance of not settling for a life t...