The Modern Ancestral Mamas Podcast

🧡 Join our newly-launched Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/cw/ModernAncestralMamas   How are things really going behind the scenes? In this Behind-the-Mic episode, Corey and Christine sit down together (just the two of them!) to share long-awaited updates, a major life announcement, and the future direction of Modern Ancestral Mamas. From homeschooling realities to evolving creative cap...

How do we raise kids who love real food and understand how it shapes their mood, focus, and resilience? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Ali Miller, registered dietitian and author of Naturally Nourished Kids and The Anti-Anxiety Diet, to explore how food truly acts as medicine for both body and mind. From navigating picky eaters to supporting anxious teens, Ali breaks down how n...

How can we raise strong, resilient kids who thrive in sports and everyday life? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Jenny McGruther—author of The Nourished Kitchen and longtime voice in the ancestral food space—to talk about fueling young athletes with real food, not packaged snacks and sports drinks. From sideline snack culture to teen appetites that rival grown men, Jenny shares h...

How can we raise kids who thrive in sports without falling into cycles of junk snacks, pressure, or burnout? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with guest Christina Schindler to unpack her years of experience raising three kids through youth sports, high school teams, and now college athletics. Together, they dive into what really fuels performance, how to navigate the culture around sn...

Many parents wonder: how do I help my child perform at their best without falling into the traps of processed sports drinks, diet culture, or burnout? In this conversation, Corey and Christine welcome strength and conditioning coach Kelsee Moore of https://www.heyyomooreandco.com   to share her expertise in performance nutrition and ancestral living. Together they explore what kids really need on...

Grandparents can be a source of deep joy, and sometimes deep tension, when it comes to raising kids. Many parents in our community have asked, how do I protect my values without damaging family relationships? In this conversation, Corey and Christine welcome Tara Couture of Slowdown Farmstead to share her wisdom as both a mother and now a grandmother. Together they unpack what respect really looks...

Seed oils are everywhere, from chips and crackers to “heart healthy” salad dressings. But what are they really doing to our bodies? In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Dr. Cate Shanahan, physician, researcher, and author of Deep Nutrition, to uncover why she calls them the “Hateful Eight” and how families can begin to swap them out for better fats. ✨ Topics We Cover: The link betwe...

We’re diving into a topic every mama faces at the end of summer: back to school. Whether your kids are homeschooled, enrolled in traditional school, or somewhere in between, this season brings fresh routines, curriculum choices, and the inevitable chaos of early mornings. In this episode, Corey and Christine share their own family plans for the year, from hybrid co-ops to traditional classrooms, a...

We’re stepping into a topic that every mama of daughters will eventually face—puberty. How do we approach it with honesty, hope, and wisdom? In this episode, we’re joined by Megan Ziegenfus, former middle school teacher and creator of a popular mother-daughter puberty course, to talk about navigating the changes of adolescence with grace. From spotting the first signs of development to offering ou...

We’re stepping away from our usual nutrition chats to explore something just as vital to family life—creating a home that nurtures the heart and soul. In this episode, Jamie Erickson of The Unlikely Homeschool and author of Holy Hygge joins us to share how the Danish concept of hygge can transform the way we approach homeschooling, hospitality, rest, and daily rhythms. From cultivating cozy spaces...

We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but game-changing—parts of family health: breakfast. In this episode, Renee Kohley of Raising Generation Nourished joins us to talk about why the first meal of the day can make or break your child’s focus, mood, and growth—especially in the teen years. From protein-packed plates to make-ahead strategies, you’ll learn how to create nourishing mornings th...

We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but surprisingly important—parts of family nutrition: drinks. In this final episode of our “What Can I Eat?” series, we’re talking about what’s really hydrating (spoiler: it’s not just water), why juice boxes aren’t the solution, and how ancestral wisdom can help us rethink what we offer our kids and ourselves to drink each day.   We chat about everythi...

We’re diving into one of the trickiest—and most talked-about—topics in modern motherhood: snacks. In this episode, we unpack the cultural obsession with constant snacking, how it impacts our kids’ health (and appetites), and why we’ve made it a priority to rethink the way we snack in our homes.   We share what’s actually working in our families, how we set snack boundaries without shame, the impor...

We’re wrapping up our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series with a topic that brings out all the mixed feelings: dessert. Whether you’re the “always say yes” mom, the “no sugar ever” mom, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with honest conversation, personal stories, and practical ideas for navigating sweets in a culture that normalizes daily sugar overload.   We’re talking about ou...

We’re back with part three of our “What CAN I Eat For…” re-recorded series—and this time we’re tackling the end-of-day decision that can feel impossibly heavy: dinner. Whether you’re feeding toddlers, teens, husbands, or just yourself after a long day, this episode is your honest, grace-filled guide to making dinner work in real life.   We talk about the mental load of planning, how our dinners ha...

We’re back with the second installment of our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series—this time tackling the midday meal that every mom dreads: lunch. Whether you homeschool, pack co-op meals, or just find yourself throwing random snacks on a plate at 12:42 pm, this episode is your honest, nourishing reset.   We’re sharing what’s actually working in our homes, how our lunch routines have evolved...

We’re kicking off the re-recorded "What CAN I Eat For…" series with one of the most relatable (and often chaotic) topics: breakfast. Whether you're a mom who wakes up ready to cook or someone who just wants coffee in silence, this episode is packed with humor, hard-won wisdom, and practical real food ideas to help make your mornings smoother—and more nourishing. We talk through how our breakfast r...

Please NOTE: Due to increasing censorship on platforms like YouTube, this episode is available exclusively in audio format only. We want to protect the integrity of this important conversation — thank you for understanding and for listening with an open heart.   In this powerful and nuanced episode, Corey and Christine are joined by Dr. Nina Marie Rueda — a naturopathic doctor, doula, lactation ed...

In this episode Corey and Christine sit down to recap the previous 4 episodes from the grain series to reflect on everything they have learned. They share their honest thoughts on each conversation, unpack the spiritual symbolism of bread in the bible, and talk about how these insights have shaped their own experiences in the kitchen and their faith. If you’ve ever wondered how ancient wisdom meet...

In this episode Corey and Christine sit down with renowned anthropologist, author, and food archaeologist Dr. Bill Schindler to dive deep into the ancient art—and science—of bread-making. From the pH of properly fermented sourdough to the impact of properly prepared alcohol, Dr. Schindler brings a wealth of ancestral knowledge and modern research to the table. They discussed why fermentation is es...

In this episode Corey and Christine are joined by the incredible Sue Becker—author, educator, and founder of The Bread Beckers. Sue has spent decades teaching others about the profound health benefits of freshly milled grains, and today, she brings that wisdom to listeners. Sue shares how freshly milled grains can heal the body, the nutritional loss that occurs in commercial milling, the spiritual...

In this episode of Modern Ancestral Mamas, we chat with Courtney Queen, the sourdough baker and real food educator behind Butter for All. If you've ever wondered how to keep your sourdough starter thriving, how to make fresh milled flour work in your favorite recipes, or how to incorporate sourdough baking into your homeschool rhythm, this episode is for you. Courtney brings both precision and pas...

In this special kickoff to our Grain Series, we’re joined by Sarah and Keira, the co-founders of Unsifted, a Kansas City-based company passionate about making fresh-milled bread products easy. These two mamas are on a mission to bring fresh-milled, nutrient-dense flour back into modern kitchens. In this episode we dive deep into: what fresh milling is and why it matters for nutrition, the differen...

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Holistic Hilda again to discuss the recent press briefing with RFK and FDA head Martin Makary on food dyes. Hilda attended the press briefing and shares all the juicy details with MAM listeners in this episode!    We are so grateful to our sponsors!  WholeStix | Use code MAMA50 for 50% off any bundle on the first order | Wholestix Baja Gold Salt U...

In this powerful episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Dr. Stephanie Seneff, Senior Research Scientist at MIT and one of the world’s leading experts on glyphosate. Dr. Seneff shares the truth behind glyphosate and how it affects gut health and leads to many chronic diseases. She also shares hopeful insights into how we can protect ourselves and our families through food choices, lifestyle shi...