On today’s podcast we discuss the current windstorm that impacted the Northwest. Specifically we are talking about preparedness during extended power outages. Since we are currently enduring a potential extended power outage we decided to talk about a few important … Continue reading →

In this podcast we continue our discussion on food preservation. We cover topics such as freezing, fermenting, curing, and drying.

In today’s podcast we talk about food preservation. Specifically, we cover water bath and pressure canning. Monica really understands this subject well and lays out several important considerations and aspects of the skill of canning. On the, success through action … Continue reading →

Today Sean and I discuss the importance of scheduling your day for maximum productivity and continue our overview of ‘isms’ by covering the subject of secular humanism. Our main topic answers the question “Is it worth it to raise meat … Continue reading →

In today’s podcast we open with our Success Through Action segment covering the importance of establishing routines as a first step to effective time management. We also continue our discussion of “isms” defining and discussing fascism. Our main topic focuses on strategies you can employ to reduce feed costs and supplement feed for your animals. Continue reading →

On today’s podcast Monica and I talk about turning “waste” into a resource. The term waste implies that there is no value in what you s typically considered garbage. We concentrate onkitchen, animal and human “waste.” The problem is the … Continue reading →

In today’s podcast Monica and I introduce a new format. We have added a “success through action” segment that focuses on achieving success through engaging in strategies like strategic planning and goal setting. In the worldview segment we discuss the … Continue reading →

On today’s podcast I talk with the interim director of FTCLDF John Moody. His organization concentrates on defendingthe rights and broadening the freedoms of family farms, and protecting consumer access to raw milk and nutrient dense foods. John gives us … Continue reading →

On today’s podcast Monica and I give a homestead update. With the busy summer months we have accomplished a lot and run into several problems. We share our lessons learned as well as our successes. We discuss: pasture expansion, paddock … Continue reading →

In today’s podcast I return to the series on home and family protection. In this part 4, I talk about some considerations outside of the home. I use some basic situations to talk about protection principles. For example, the recent … Continue reading →