7 Homesteading Podcasts to Listen to in 2022
Homesteading looks a little different to everyone, but we can all agree that a true homesteader is always learning. That’s why we love to collect books on topics like baking sourdough bread, raising backyard chickens and sustainable gardening, right? But even if your bookcase is bursting with informational reads, you might still want to fill in the gaps with a podcast or two. If you have a few minutes each day to learn on the go, consider adding these homesteading podcasts to your listening queue.
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1. Old Fashioned on Purpose
Jill Winger has been blogging about homesteading topics for years, and she’s gained a huge following. Her conversational style, motivational topics and diverse guests encourage listeners to try everything from cooking from scratch to investing in a flock of backyard chickens. If you find yourself stirred to transition from a life of hurry to one with more natural rhythms, she also has a variety of courses and coaching opportunities to help you reach your dreams faster.
See more: 14 Best Gardening and Homesteading Books to Add to Your Collection
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2. The Pioneering Today Podcast
Gardening, preserving and cooking from scratch are just a few of the many topics Melissa K. Norris talks about on The Pioneering Today Podcast. Her guide to simple living is easily accessible to people working with extensive acres of land all the way down to a simple balcony container garden. At the end of the day, if you’re inspired by the idea of self-sufficiency and a slower, simpler life, this is definitely a podcast you’ll want to add to your queue.
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3. Sow Edible Farm
Whether you want a more robust garden or simply want to make the shift to growing more of your own food, you’ll love the Sow Edible Farm podcast by Stacy and Amy Woodhouse. Topics include everything from mulching and irrigation to permaculture and winterizing the garden. They even bring on a number of guests who share stories of their gardens, how they successfully grow an abundance of crops, and what inspired them to get their hands in the dirt in the first place.
See more: How to Start Homesteading in a Small Space
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4. Hunt, Harvest, Health
The idea of living a simpler, more natural life can feel surprisingly overwhelming sometimes, especially if you live in the city or don’t have immediate access to hundreds of acres. But the beauty behind Hunt, Harvest, Health is how they emphasize the value in starting small. Can you grow a single potted plant? Find a local meat source? Replace one unhealthy food in your life with one healthy one? Small changes add up, and these guys will inspire you to continue taking small steps until you reach your ultimate goal.
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5. A Farmish Kind of Life
Homesteading may bring to mind images of backyard chickens and muck boots and overflowing glasses of sourdough starter. But it’s more than an Instagram snapshot. Homesteading is a way of life, and it usually comes with a big learning curve at first. That’s why Amy Dingmann talks about everything from winter projects and bread baking to accepting the death of plants and animals on her podcast, A Farmish Kind of Life. Honesty is the name of the game here!
See more: How to Start a Vegetable Garden From Seeds
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6. Living Homegrown
Theresa Loe has a long list of topics she wants to dive into with her listeners, including canning, preserving, fermenting, making yogurt, butter and sourdough, growing food in small spaces, and tips for living a more sustainable lifestyle. Like many podcasters, she also intersperses informational episodes with interviews and conversations with other experts in the field. You can even find free, downloadable bonus materials from most of the episodes if you listen on your web browser.
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7. The Homestead Journey
The Homestead Journey touts its dedication to “the pursuit of self-sufficiency, self-reliance and sustainability.” Nestled away in the scenic landscape of upstate New York, Brian and Bonnie (and Brian Jr.) have been homesteading on 2 acres for more than a decade. They use their podcast to share stories of their successes, struggles and everything in between.