Surviving Hard Times

Whether you are an experienced farmer or a houseplant collector, the topic of seed science is certainly compelling to explore. What’s more, making sense of seed biology may equip you with the knowledge necessary to effectively grow your own crops and maintain a sustainable food source amid uncertain times . . .

Today, Kent J. Bradford, a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Plant Sciences at UC Davis educates us on various aspects of plants – from seed germination to molecular biology.

Kent has a varied background in seed biology. He has used his expertise to support the creation, innovation, and commercialization of cutting-edge technologies that improve crop performance, sustainability, and quality. 

Join us now to hear Kent discuss:

• What seed testing is, and how it is done.
• How seeds are made, and why the production process is so important.
• Advice for farmers – big and small – concerning potential food shortages on the horizon. 
• How to properly store your own seeds. 

You can learn more about Kent and his qualifications in seed science by visiting bradford.ucdavis.edu.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

During these uncertain economic times, it can be difficult to know how to grow your wealth while also maintaining a sense of freedom. Andrew Henderson of Nomad Capitalist joins us in this podcast to talk about his approach to living a happier, more fulfilling life by taking advantage of citizenship opportunities around the world and expanding his freedom.

Nomad Capitalist is a company that has helped more than 1,000 clients retain more of their wealth, enjoy global freedom, and take control of their happiness by acquiring things such as citizenship by investment, golden visas, and invaluable financial advice.

Join us now to hear Andrew discuss:

• The concept of global citizenship.
• How Nomad Capitalist is helping clients drastically reduce their tax rates.
• The importance of implementing proven financial strategies into your own life.

By visiting nomadcapitalist.com, you can find out more about Nomad Capitalist and how they’ve managed to help countless clients expand their personal freedom.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

That’s how life should be, thought five-year-old John Hancock while watching Little House on the Prairie. His lifelong desire to grow his own food, work for himself, and live off grid has finally come to fruition. He’s living his best life and helping others live theirs.

Press play to explore:

• Important first steps for establishing a homestead with very little money
• How to harvest plenty of rainwater for year-round sustenance on an Arizona homestead (and keep it clean and drinkable)
• Natural vs artificial fertilizer – benefits for the soil and garden
• How Hancock’s health has changed since living on his homestead

Interested in learning more?

Tune in and check out Hancock’s book, Frugal Off Grid: Build an Off Grid Homestead with Next to Nothing and his YouTube channel called Frugal Off Grid.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Are you interested in growing your own fruit and reaping the benefits of a delicious organic harvest? While fruit trees don’t grow overnight, there are certainly tips and tricks you can use to speed up the process. Susan Poizner, the founder of Orchard People, joins the podcast to enlighten us on this sustainable and fascinating process…

As a journalist, filmmaker and urban orchardist, Susan started Orchard People to educate and empower others to grow fruit successfully. From poor quality fruit to pests and disease, her goal is to help her fellow gardeners avoid the challenges and connect to their environment – and live more sustainable lives.

Tune in now to explore:

• Why it takes time for fruit trees to mature and produce. 
• The easiest fruits to grow in an urban environment. 
• The difference between a fruit tree and a native tree.
• How to prune a tree effectively. 

Click here to learn more about Susan and her work with Orchard People!

Today, we connect with David Selman of Savvy Organics Farm to talk about modern homesteading and its many benefits. Savvy Organics Farm is an operation run by David and his wife Alice that produces health-centered, sustainable, regenerative farm-to-table foods. 

Started in 2017, Savvy Organics Farm is on a mission to encourage others to live a simpler, sustainable, regenerative lifestyle. By teaching classes and providing fresh food, David and Alice lead by example – showing what can happen if you take control of your health and well-being…

In this episode, you will learn about:

• Essential advice for beginning homesteaders.  
• The importance of using healthy soil to grow food.
• How farming can keep you physically fit and healthy. 

You can learn more about David and his work with Savvy Organics Farm by clicking here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Today, we are joined by Jeremy Silva, the founder of BuildASoil, a website that provides handmade, small-batch, custom soils to growers nationwide. By curating natural ingredients from around the world, BuildASoil produces nutrient-rich soils that consumers can use to grow sustainably and efficiently.

Started in Jeremy’s garage, BuildASoil has grown to help others become independent of bagged soils and have access to high-quality products and free education. How have they helped growers achieve astounding results? Tune in now to find out for yourself…

Dig in now to explore:

• Unique factors that BuildASoil offers to consumers. 
• What makes quality compost, and why it’s so integral to soil health. 
• Why soil texture is so essential to plant health. 

To uncover more about BuildASoil, click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

What are the advantages of homesteading and living simply? Wanda King of Deep South Homestead joins us to explain…

Deep South Homestead is an online platform started by husband and wife duo Wanda and Danny. Living on a 10-acre farm in South Mississippi, they dedicate their time and energy to teaching others the value of homesteading – and the skills needed to do it. Their videos cover gardening, canning, meat smoking, animal care, DIY projects, woodworking, and more.  

While homesteading takes significant work, the health and sustainability benefits are undeniable. Join the conversation now to learn how Wanda and Danny are teaching their audience how to live simple and satisfying lives!

In this conversation, we discuss:

• How Deep South Homestead started and progressed.
• The benefits of natural and healthy living. 
• The easiest crops to grow. 
• How fresh food can impact your health.

Want to learn more about Wanda and her work with Deep South Homestead? Click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Electromagnetic frequencies are all around us. In this modern world brimming with technology, many people find themselves asking: How does this impact the human body? 

Dr. Bill McGraw, a recurring guest of the show, joins us to discuss electromagnetic fields, heavy metal toxicity, EMF health risks, and more in this intriguing interview…

As an expert in boundary-pushing alternative health technology, Dr. McGraw believes in the power of holistic therapy. He has worked with countless patients to uncover the root causes of numerous chronic diseases. 

What sets his approach apart from other specialists in the field? Join us now to see for yourself!

Click play now to discover:

• The negative impacts of certain electromagnetic fields.
• How EMFs affect people with heavy metal toxicity. 
• The symptoms associated with EMF sensitivity. 

Click here to learn more about EMFs and Dr. McGraw’s work.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

How can city planning and neighborhood transformation impact community engagement? Mark Lakeman, a design activist with professional training in architecture and permaculture, sits down to explain…

Mark Lakeman is the founder of City Repair, a non-profit placemaking movement and organization. In addition to this, he is also the principal and design director of Communitecture, a community architecture and planning firm. 

Mark is on a mission to create sustainable public places. He does this in order to impact the development landscape of the United States. Could this infrastructure affect communities for the better? Click play to find out for yourself!

Jump in now to discover:

• How to use design to build and grow communities.
• The importance of practicing a “truer form of democracy”. 
• Why public squares are so important for local communities.

Want to learn more about Mark and his work? Click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

If everything around your home were to crumble to pieces tomorrow, how long could you survive?

If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s the uncertainty of life. How can you protect yourself and your family?

If you’d like to have a better answer to these questions, this episode is for you.

You’ll learn:

• Food prepping – how to do it practically (avoid overkill) even if you don’t have extra money hanging around, how to avoid food spoilage, and how to extend the lifespan of canned and other goods
• The importance of self-protection, basic survival skills, and having a simple water purification filter
• Why electric vehicles for everyone isn’t feasible right now (and what it would take for this to change)
• How to check whether you are allowed to store fuel in your area
• Are monthly universal payments on the horizon in the U.S.?

Growing up in the mountains of North Carolina with little money, limited access to resources, and annual unforgiving ice storms, preparing for everything was a way of life for Joseph Lynch.

But it wasn’t until around 2012 that he really started analyzing the uncertainty of the modern world and his place within it, and as a result, taking preparation more seriously.

Whether it’s a recession, a natural disaster, a global conflict, food shortages, another pandemic-like situation, or anything else that might threaten the wellbeing of you and your family, stocking up on both knowledge and physical goods could prove to be life-saving.

For the details of all this info and so much more, tune in and visit Lynch’s YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalLiving/videos.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q