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In this episode, we talk with Olivia, founder of Breaking New Roots, about growing more than just food—she's cultivating connection, healing, and a passion for helping others reclaim their wellness through homesteading. From farm life realities to embracing personal growth, Olivia shares her honest journey of starting from scratch and staying rooted in her “why.” 🌿💬

Tune in for an inspiring conversation about community, resilience, and the power of starting over—on your own terms.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ann Accetta-Scott—homesteader, educator, and founder of A Farm Girl in the Making. Ann shares her journey from suburban life to self-sufficiency, the importance of preserving traditional skills, and why building community is key to modern homesteading. Tune in for real talk, helpful tips, and a whole lot of inspiration from one of the leading voices in the homesteading movement. 🌱🐓

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In this episode, we sit down with Daniel Salatin—farmer, speaker, and legacy carrier of the renowned Polyface Farm. As the son of regenerative agriculture pioneer Joel Salatin, Daniel brings his own voice to the conversation about stewardship, sustainability, and the rhythms of rural life. From raising livestock with integrity to balancing family and farming, Daniel shares stories from his unconventional upbringing, practical insights from decades in the dirt, and his vision for the next generation of land stewards. Whether you're a homesteader, food enthusiast, or just curious about how real food gets to your plate, this episode will inspire and inform.

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Rory Groves is a homesteader and author of Durable Trades: Family-Centered Economies That Have Stood the Test of Time. After moving to the country, he and his wife Becca began raising their children learning and living on the farm. They live the life and spend time teaching it to aspiring homesteaders. Listen in on Rory’s unique perspective going from city life to the good ole country.

Learn more about Rory, his family, his book and his workshops visit https://www.thegrovestead.com/author/rory/

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Bailey is the author of Kitchen Garden Living, and the founder of The Kitchen Garden Society. She is passionate about the satisfaction of gardening and other homesteading trades. Moving from country life to suburbia didn’t stop her from “blooming where she is planted” and she did inevitably return to her country roots. Listen in to hear from Bailey on today’s episode of Solutions for a Simpler Life.

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On today’s episode hear from Jill Ragan Farmer and Shop Owner at Whispering Willow Farms. Her moto? “Find what sparks joy and grow that in abundance”. Listen in to hear all about her journey to homesteading and what sparks joy for her and her beautiful family.

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Shawn and Beth Dougherty, of One Cow Revolution, have been farming together since the 1980’s,. They believe that a true farm is nearly or completely self-sustaining.  They manage 90 acres and are passionate about teaching others about time-honored ways of farming. Listen in to hear more about their remarkable life in farming.

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Tandy Hogate is a homesteader, homemaker, homeschooling mama, and homebody. She and her husband own Common Ground Alaska, a Teaching Farm that Feeds Alaskans. Time with family and friends brings her the most joy, followed by food preservation and anything having to do with living off the land on her homestead in Alaska.

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Join us in talking to one of our frequent bloggers and delightful homesteaders as she talks about delving into everything non-electric! 

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We want to thank you for a wonderful 2024 season of Solutions For A Simpler Life. Join us for the 2025 season for the Lehman's 70th anniversary! We will learn from even more experts on our journey to a simpler life.