Our Kind of Homesteading

***We have some fun news, our new podcast Porch Talks has launched!! *** We are so excited to share this new podcast with you guys! Just the two of us bullshitting and laughing with you, as if we were all gathered around our front porch. :) Lauging, swearing and chatting about non-sensical ideas and topics…. just a feel good podcast for all the “keepin it real” people out there!! You know you want...

Unfortunately, aches and pains are a part of life , am I right?? A quick fix like Tylenol or Ibuprofen is definitely convenient and easy but can come with pretty severe side effects. So, what are natural ways to relieve “normal” aches and pains? In todays episode we chat all about the natural remedies we utilize to combat headaches, muscle aches and so much more! DISCLAIMER: We are not doctors. (O...

Part 2 of Episode 70! :) Theres quite a bit to contemplate when deciding to buy a homestead. And that’s where a Part 2 comes in! ;) In this episode, we dog a bit deeper and go into more detail about what you’re gonna want to look for when buying a homestead to call your own :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media p...

We all have skill sets so let’s own it! In todays episode, we discuss our skill sets and our families skill sets and how they all play an important role on our homesteads. :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ AND FaceBook ~ https://www.faceb...

When you’re on a homestead with a handful of animals (especially if you’re like us, with a shit ton of animals!) calling the vet is not always going to be the most affordable or the most time conscious. But, sometimes things happen that are outside your wheelhouse. In todays episode, we chat about when WE call a vet. (It’s pretty rare. ;) And all the other times we don’t ;) Want DAILY pics, videos...

Thinking about where to start your homestead? In todays episode, we chat about all the shit you should consider before taking the plunge on deciding where to put down roots ;) Multifactorial for sure, we highlight some of the basic and some of the obscure questions to ask when deciding where to start a homestead :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course y...

Homestead the way you want to do it, not how you think you should. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Livestock Guardian Dogs (or LGD’s) are often misunderstood and/or confused with “farm dogs” In this episode, we chat about: * How to train your LGD * LGD’s and their temperament * And so much more, including plenty of laughs and our usual unedited comedy! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~...

The girls discuss planning and what to think about when starting a homestead This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Summer…..the season gardens are in full swing and the chores keep piling up. ;) When things get chaotic like that, we often forget there’s still plenty to forage during this warm season! Today, we chat about: What plants to forage in the summer What to do with said plants once foraged (drying, etc) Randomness and plenty of laughs! Want to be a part of our feedback and awesome community?? Leave a r...

We talk about what bees and what's happening on our homesteads This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

What should you keep on hand for your animals? This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Have you ever had a problem in your garden with something else besides bugs?? In today’s episode, we discuss: larger garden pests unwanted guests and solutions for them all! And shout out to Karen, for this episode topic idea! Want more of our brutal honesty and pee-your-pants-laughs every week?? We have a new Podcast coming out soon! Be sure to keep a lookout for keep Porch Talks! Similar to Our...

Often, we hear what plants DO like each other and can be planted near each other, but what about which plants DON'T like each other??? In today's episode, we chat about gardening with plants and their foes. Which plants DO NOT like each other and what you should never plant next to each other Why those plants are incompatible Plus, the expected laugh-your-ass-off moments!! Also, our producer, Shau...

Let’s talk summertime!! What does summertime mean for your homestead? In today's episode, we chat about all things SUMMER and what those rising temps mean for your homestead! Tips for preparing your homestead for summer weather What to get done BEFORE high temps and intense sun hit Necessities for homestead animals A few recipes for homemade bug spray and sunscreen (look for full recipes and instr...

Things aren't always sunshine and daisies. Plans don't work out and the weather can always throw a curve ball. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Chartable - https://chartable.com/privacy Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

Vacations and homesteads don't exactly go hand in hand. ;) In todays episode, we chat about how to vacation (without stressing) when you own a homestead. Weather your homestead is a small garden, a few animals, LOTS of animals or a combination of a few of those, you'll definitely need someone you can trust to watch, feed, water, etc your homestead while you're away. We have owned a homestead for t...

Ahhh! Tea!! We LOVE tea!! Most people drink coffee...we choose tea. And over the years, we've learned how to be tea enthusiasts. ;) We always refer to ourselves as tea snobs....and we've had many of you ask what that means and even how to become a tea snob. ;) Hahaha!! In today's episode, we show you and chat about our tremendous love for tea and how we harvest and make our very own tea!!! Of cour...

You asked, and we answered (maybe a second time)!! ;) We’ve had quite a few listeners contact us with homesteading questions….we always try to respond right away and thought we would share these Q & A’s with EVERYONE!!! From how many times per day do we feed our chickens to how tall garden beds should be…..we answer a handful of great questions and we give you lots of answers, with plenty of l...

Homesteading is full of ups and downs and twists and turns….. Today we chat about ALL the things homesteading can be, plus ways to save yourself from guilt. ;) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ AND FaceBook ~ https://www.facebook.com/ourkind...

What do you think when you hear the word “Prepper” ?? When we stop and think about it, prepping and homesteading kinda go hand in hand quite nicely. ;) In todays episode, we chat about: * What prepping might look like for you and your family * Tips and tricks for prepping on your homestead * What our “prepping list” looks like * And more!!! Do you already have a prepping game going on? What does y...

Gardening…..ever challenging and ever evolving. So much to learn and so many things to remember for the coming years! Today we chat about what can go wrong in your garden and solutions! Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media platforms! Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/ourkindofhomesteading/ AND FaceBook ~ https:...

Wrinkled eggs, soft shell eggs, banded eggs, fairy eggs…..who knew your chickens could lay so many different types of eggs!!! In todays episode, we chat about all the different reasons for an egg being “different” and give you a heads up if those eggs are safe to eat. And ITS OUR GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT TODAY!!! Stay tuned y til the end of the episode to hear the names of the lucky 3 winners!!! Want...

1 year?!? Crazy, huh?? In this episode we chat about how we’ve been at this for a whole year and we have all of you loyal listeners to thank for supporting us and sending the love! As a bonus, we chit chat about 5 homesteading “rules” or things every homesteader should know! :) Want DAILY pics, videos, and moments of our hilariously chaotic lives?? Of course you do!! Follow us on our social media...

Have you ever had an experience where you haven't realized something about yourself until you're knee deep into a convo regarding that topic?? (Was that too confusing to follow?? Sorry) Anyways, this exact phenomena happens to Shauna and I in this very episode! We'd never given much thought to how much Homesteading has been a part of us from birth, literally in our DNA, on both sides of our family...