The Homestead Kings

Set on the open-air balcony of the Knights of Columbus in downtown Savannah on a perfect August evening, this is Arthur's and my talk on Hospitality, Food, & Community at Theology on Tap Savannah. You'll hear the sounds of Liberty and Bull Street below us, as well as the coos and squeals of the little babies who are with their wonderful parents in the audience. However, we hope you&#39...

What is the ideal? Are there levels of the ideal? Is ideal the same as perfection in a worldly sense? Are we able to attain the ideal? Do we see it as a judgment or as a gift? Join us as we get a little deep and walk through the ideal . As always, thank you for joining us! Father Mike Homily- https://youtu.be/U-GhxvFyqPs?si=hJjmhIO-BnDZpseI Veiled In Goodness by Kira King - https://a.co/d/6Ctaj8Y...

Come along with us and P as we pick elderberries off of their stems and talk everything we know about elderberries! As always, thank you for joining us. We hope you enjoy! www.thehomesteadkings.com [ music: Acoustic Folk Background Guitar | FOLK by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_...Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported...

Kira recently published her first book! She talks about what it's about and how it came to be and gives a few more unexpected life updates. www.kiragking.com Find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Veiled-Goodness-Catholic-Marriage-Motherhood/dp/B0D741Q9SX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=11Y5VN3VGN1ST&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.PysbU8iebEf77QnEaYxhW3IKAaUkG4ECtDYb38uoDTM.pihW5QFZ6--6D_J1u5thzT5OaVuL8hOw3b8tBHWT84w&amp...

You've probably heard Farm to Jesus mentioned on the podcast at some point in the past couple of years. Here, Kira gets into the details a little more and extends an invitation to you! www.farmtojesus.com As always, we hope you enjoy! www.thehomesteadkings.com [ music: Acoustic Folk Background Guitar | FOLK by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_...Music promoted by https:/...

Frugality and homesteading really go hand in hand. We talk through some of the places we've found on the homestead where being frugal was necessary and effective. Whether it be reusing a structure or thinking through a project when funds were tight, being creative and working hard can help you attain your goals even if you can't have the "dream" version of them. Full disclosure:...

P & I sit down to talk all about milking the goats. We talk through dehorning the kids, banding the buckling, how we go about milking, or rather how Arthur goes about milking, and how we handle the milk once it reaches the kitchen. Getting milk from our goats has been a two-year deal, so what's the verdict? Is goat's milk better or worse than cow's milk? This is by no means an exha...

P was 'practicing" her own podcast this morning when she asked if she could be a guest on our homesteading podcast because she had a lot to say. She certainly does have A LOT to say! She's our little chattering bird. It's when she goes quiet sometimes that we know something's up. Join P and I as we babble about how to handle geese as a 4-year-old, our garden, what homesteading...

A look back over our 2023 homesteading goals and a look forward at what 2024 may hold for us! Full disclosure, there isn't much educational material here, but we invite you to sit down with us over a cup of tea after dinner as we talk over last year's to-dos and this upcoming year's goals. We had turkey chili and cornbread and chamomile tea for dessert if you'd really like to set the stage for han...

We spent months last year planning our backyard garden. There were some homestead animal obstacles we had to overcome, but we finally refurbished our garden into a gorgeous, colorful space that we can all enjoy. Join us as we go through some of the planning/design rules we implemented and things to think about. You can truly make your garden an extension of your home and a reflection of you and yo...

"To farmers everywhere, faithful stewards of God's creation and coworkers with Christ, who feed the world and help to renew the face of the earth." - Andie Andrews Eisenberg I so enjoyed talking with Andie about her latest book 'Farming and Homesteading with the Saints'! Andie "presents a faith-filled treasury of Catholic holy men and women connected to agriculture, anim...

I had the best time learning all about dairy sheep with Rachel Hester from Whoopsy Daisy Farm! Rachel and her husband live on an 8-acre homestead in Kentucky and go against conventional sheep stereotypes by not only using their milk to make homemade soap but also to drink! Join us and learn how sheep's milk revolutionized Rachel and her family's health and what led to Rachel turning her kn...

Home libraries aren't just for the fanciful. They are a beautiful addition to your life aesthetically and intellectually. Get ready because today we dive into this a little bit more! Below are the links to some of the books mentioned and some that are not. As always, thank you for listening! We're so glad you're here! Homesteading Books: - https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/polyface-micro--...

Rarely do dads share what pregnancy and the newborn chapter mean for them. Arthur goes into logistical details and what was running through his mind while also tackling and managing the homestead. We've been away for a few months so towards the end, we give some updates from the homestead like- do foxes stalk cats? are geese good hatchers? did we need another kitten? Blog: www.thehomesteadking...

As we finished up our latest pregnancy, we wanted to make sure we got out this podcast while it's all still fresh in our minds. Being pregnant on the homestead has its challenges, but with some real expectations and a few practical tips, it's also a miraculous time to relish in and enjoy!  As always, thank you for joining us! Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com [ music: Acoustic Folk Background G...

We are finally breaching the all-too-common homesteading topic of backyard chickens, and there's a good reason why! Since 2020, soaring egg prices and shortages have continued to be a normal part of your average grocery store visit. Whether or not you should have backyard chickens has become a real question to any household that consumes a fair amount of eggs. We run through why or why not you may...

Homemakers are always learning new techniques and skills and are always trying new things or maintaining old ones. There is absolutely no shame in homemaking. It is a life of service showing others how much they matter. Homemakers deeply love, wholeheartedly care, and graciously accept their role. They are productive, contributing members of their households, their families, and their comfort and...

“Live in each season as it passes; breathe the air, drink the drink, taste the fruit, and resign yourself to the influence of the earth.” ― Henry David Thoreau When you choose to live in harmony with the seasons, other opportunities present themselves, and some might surprise you. We talk practical how-tos for living seasonally as well as some "whys."  Challenge yourself to live more seasonal...

It’s common knowledge that homesteading takes a lot of work. We’ve all chosen this life so we love said work. However, when you’re looking to go on vacation, finding others comfortable and willing to do our daily chores can be a difficult task. So, what attributes should you look for in a house/pet/livestock/poultry sitter? As always, thank you for joining us! We're so glad you're here. What To Lo...

If you have close neighbors to your homestead, then you’ve probably heard some complaints… so have we. Luckily, we do also have some neighbors who love the homestead sights, sounds, and smells. You may not have as many direct neighbors as we do, but it is possible to have a homestead with neighbors close by, no matter the number.  We'd love to hear your stories! What do you do to keep the pea...

It was a hot topic in the last two seasons. Raising and harvesting your own meat birds is one of those things in homesteading that naturally seems to be a level-up. After getting comfortable raising our own veggies and fruits, of course, we wanted to try our hand at raising our own meat. This short and sweet podcast goes into what we learned as first-time chicken harvesters, how we then lost almos...

We came up with FIVE super important things to keep in mind as you homestead, renovate, or project alongside your spouse. Join us as we talk homesteading as a couple.  As always, thank you for joining us! We're so glad you're here. Blog: www.thehomesteadkings.com [ music: Acoustic Folk Background Guitar | FOLK by Alex-Productions | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx0_...Music promoted by htt...

It's a good question. Should you make your homesteading venture a business or just let it be a part of your life without bringing any money in? There are a few things to consider before taking the plunge into a homesteading business, and it may not be for everyone. We talk boundaries we've implemented for our homesteading business, how and why we chose to approach it the way we do, and other impor...

What does having a child(ren) on the homestead look like? It doesn't have to be a world of chaos and checking boxes. With a little structure and presence of mind, it can be a beautiful, quiet growing time rooted in God, nature, and family fellowship.  Who was Charlotte Mason? https://amblesideonline.org/cm-intro The “What Are You Going To Do When You Have Kids?” Question… : https://thehomeste...

Prepping, being prepared, food supply, and more are words and phrases cropping up into modern language more and more nowadays, but what if we told you that you don't have to have a doomsday bunker full of food in order to feel more in control? You just have to have a little foresight and a little space. Chat with us as we discuss stocking up versus prepping and what you can do now to stock up your...