Mother Earth News and Friends
Mother Earth News and Friends shares the stories of the leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more.
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Preparing Herbal Teas for Chickens
08/13/2026
Preparing Herbal Teas for Chickens
In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast sponsored by , host Josh Wilder chats with long-time poultry keeper about the seasonal benefits and practical methods of incorporating herbal teas into your flock's diet. Discover expert tips on boosting chicken and duck health naturally, from choosing the right herb blends to proper storage and safe feeding practices. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Large-scale Food and the Cyclospora Outbreak
07/23/2026
Large-scale Food and the Cyclospora Outbreak
Food and Farm Journalist Sarah Mock talks with Ana Skemp and Josh Wilder about the recent cyclospora outbreak and ways the U.S. food system could change in order to prevent future foodborne illness outbreaks of this scale. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Maiv Flower Farm Audio Article and Discussion
07/09/2026
Maiv Flower Farm Audio Article and Discussion
Listen as Pa Thao describes the joys of running a flower and vegetable farm with and inspired by her mother that blossoms sharing its space with their community through agritourism. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Grow a Modern Victory Garden Audio Article and Discussion
06/25/2026
Grow a Modern Victory Garden Audio Article and Discussion
In this audio article from Wren Everett, she covers how to approach growing a modern victory garden in order to have a resilient and dependable food source. The article is followed by a few questions about the guidance mentioned. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Sourcing an E-bike
06/12/2026
Sourcing an E-bike
Discover how to source, select, and electrify e-bikes for commuting or farm work in this podcast episode with Andy Fry from the Topeka Community Cycle Project. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes
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Preventing Poultry Predation from Domestic Canines and Felines
05/28/2026
Preventing Poultry Predation from Domestic Canines and Felines
Discover the real dangers that domestic cats and dogs pose to your backyard flock, from irresistible baby chicks to destructive canine attacks. Safeguard your coop today by implementing secure fencing, learning local predator laws, and prepping a livestock first aid kit to handle unexpected emergencies. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Growing a Cut Flower Garden Audio Article
05/21/2026
Growing a Cut Flower Garden Audio Article
In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, host Josh Wilder sits down with garden writer and flower farmer Andy Wilcox to explore how to build a low-stress, high-yielding cut flower garden. From mastering the art of plant pinching to navigating the early summer gap month and storing dahlia tubers over winter, this conversation is packed with simple, practical tips for growing stunning homegrown bouquets. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Increase Egg Production Naturally
04/30/2026
Increase Egg Production Naturally
In this audio article brought to you thanks to is from Backyard Poultry. Learn natural strategies for increasing egg production by focusing on flock nutrition, stress reduction, and environmental enrichment. The article highlights the use of specific herbs, high-protein supplements during molting, and the importance of understanding a hen's natural biological rhythms to maintain a healthy, productive flock. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Arboreal Flavors Audio Article
04/23/2026
Arboreal Flavors Audio Article
This is an audio article of Arboreal Flavors, read by Josh Wilder. This article explores the nutritional potential of foraging from common forest trees, highlighting that species like linden, maple, and spruce offer edible leaves, flowers, and seeds. It specifically details how linden trees can be used for making calming teas or fresh salads, while emphasizing the importance of proper identification and sustainable harvesting practices. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Spring Beehive Inspection
04/16/2026
Spring Beehive Inspection
Expert Tara Chapman shares essential hive inspection tips, covering smoker techniques, hive tool uses, and choosing protective gear for successful beekeeping. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Navigating the Teenage Poultry Weeks
04/02/2026
Navigating the Teenage Poultry Weeks
This podcast episode from Mother Earth News and Friends provides expert guidance on managing the "awkward teenage stage" of poultry, focusing on physical development, feathering patterns, and the transition from brooder to outdoor coop. Speakers Lacy Armentor and Queren King-Orozco share practical tips on breed selection, nutritional requirements, and safety measures like supervised "field trips" to ensure young birds acclimate successfully to their environment. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Coop Planning with Maintenance in Mind
03/19/2026
Coop Planning with Maintenance in Mind
Thank you to for sponsoring this epeisode. In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast, host Josh Wilder joins chicken keepers Audra Trosper, Alyssa Warner, and Tonya Olson to discuss practical coop design and strategies for reducing chore time. The panel shares expert advice on essential maintenance features, such as wide doorways for easy shoveling, the benefits of vinyl flooring, and choosing nesting boxes that are as easy to clean as they are comfortable for the flock. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Busting Brooder Boredom: Activities and DIY Hacks to Prevent Poultry Pecking
03/12/2026
Busting Brooder Boredom: Activities and DIY Hacks to Prevent Poultry Pecking
Thank you to for sponsoring today's episode. Host Josh Wilder and producer Alyssa Warner discuss practical strategies for preventing "brooder boredom" and the aggressive pecking behaviors that can arise in young flocks. From DIY enrichment like "cool sticks" and suspended vegetables to essential tips on nutrition and space management, this episode provides homesteaders with the tools to raise well-socialized, healthy chickens. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Feed Your Family For a Year Audio Article and Discussion
03/05/2026
Feed Your Family For a Year Audio Article and Discussion
In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast sponsored by , host Josh Wilder speaks with homesteader Patrice Lewis about the essential transition from food consumer to producer. Lewis shares practical strategies for achieving year-round self-sufficiency, offering a "roadmap" that covers everything from calculating crop yields and navigating steep learning curves to utilizing raised beds and companion planting. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Keep Going and Growing Throughout the Decades Audio Article and Discussion
02/19/2026
Keep Going and Growing Throughout the Decades Audio Article and Discussion
Listen as long-time gardener and homesteader Ed Block shares practical wisdom on adapting self-reliance practices for the "golden years" by using lighter tools and efficient systems. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and expert tips, he discusses the importance of planning, community, and "working smarter" to maintain a thriving, artistic landscape at any age. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Understanding Egg Development
02/05/2026
Understanding Egg Development
This podcast episode features Betsy Trice, a poultry expert and farmer, who details the biological journey of a chick from egg anatomy to the final "pipping" and hatching process . She also shares practical insights into managing a small-scale farm, including breed selection for high-production egg layers and the benefits of raising hardier meat birds like Freedom Rangers . More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Herbs for Sleep, Stress, and Sobriety
01/22/2026
Herbs for Sleep, Stress, and Sobriety
Managing Editor Amanda Sorell joins the podcast to read her article on how specific plants like lemon balm, hops, and kava can support stress relief, better sleep, and sobriety. She shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on preparing teas and tinctures, emphasizing a "casual practitioner" approach to herbalism that focuses on gaining deep knowledge of a few key plant allies. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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How to Cook on a Woodburning Cookstove
01/15/2026
How to Cook on a Woodburning Cookstove
In this audio article episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, join us as we explores the practical joys and challenges of using a traditional woodburning cookstove to achieve off-grid self-reliance in the modern age. Wren Everett's article teaches essential techniques for fire management, fuel selection, and wood-fired baking, proving that this 19th-century skill remains a powerful tool for independence today. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine
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Biomimicry and Soil Health
01/01/2026
Biomimicry and Soil Health
In this episode brought to you by , host Josh Wilder and Ana Skemp sit down with David Ford, a researcher, homesteader, and keynote at the upcoming HOI Expo and Midwest Conference who shares his journey of restoring degraded Iowa farmland using the principles of biomimicry. The conversation explores the vital role of mycorrhizal fungi in soil health, the importance of nutrient-dense food security, and how emulating nature’s solutions can lead to a more resilient homestead. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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The Useful Goat
12/18/2025
The Useful Goat
In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast, host Josh Wilder speaks with Gianaclis Caldwell about her book, The Useful Goat, which explores a "nose-to-tail" approach to goat keeping. The conversation covers the practicalities of raising goats for milk and meat, offering expert advice on sustainable homesteading, humane processing, and the unique nutritional benefits of goat dairy. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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2025 Editorial Roundup
12/04/2025
2025 Editorial Roundup
This episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast features an annual editorial roundup where editors from Mother Earth News and Grit magazines share their favorite, most surprising, and most inspiring articles from 2025. The editors discuss a diverse range of topics, including food preservation techniques like freeze-drying, sustainable gardening and habitat restoration, DIY skills such as roof thatching, winter foraging, and the importance of protecting wildlife habitats. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Appreciating Herbs with Rosemary Gladstar
11/20/2025
Appreciating Herbs with Rosemary Gladstar
This episode of Mother Earth News and Friends features a conversation with Rosemary Gladstar, an acclaimed herbalist and author often called the "godmother of modern herbalism." She discusses the history of herbalism, the importance of reconnecting children with nature and plants, and provides guidance on sustainable harvesting and sourcing herbs. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Approachable Plant-based Nutrition with Tig Notaro
11/13/2025
Approachable Plant-based Nutrition with Tig Notaro
Comedian Tig Notaro joins the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast to share the story of her dedicated transition to a plant-based lifestyle following a series of health crises, a journey that led her to pursue a plant-based nutrition certification. She discusses the surprising health benefits she experienced, how she approaches nutrition with her family, and the importance of finding your personal motivation ("North Star") for making major lifestyle changes, all delivered with her trademark honesty and dry wit. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Co-existing with Urban and Suburban Wildlife
11/06/2025
Co-existing with Urban and Suburban Wildlife
Dr. Christine Wilkinson joins the podcast to discuss how homesteaders can achieve equitable and lasting coexistence with urban and suburban wildlife. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Growing in Deep Winter
10/23/2025
Growing in Deep Winter
This episode of Mother Earth News features an interview with Shelby Lucero from about four-season gardening, even in challenging climates like Colorado. Shelby explains how the structures like their geodesic dome greenhouses which enable strength, combined with passive solar technologies like a thermal mass pond and under-soil ventilation, creates an energy-efficient, year-round growing environment. This episode was sponsored by More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Prepping Your Flock for Severe Weather
10/09/2025
Prepping Your Flock for Severe Weather
Get ahead of the cold as poultry keeper and Mother Earth News Editor Audra Trosper shares practical tips for weatherproofing your coop from fall through spring, including balancing ventilation and insulation. Plus, learn why breeds like Silkies and Frizzles are at high risk in cold weather and how to prevent common issues like frostbite and bumblefoot. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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How to Freeze Dry Food at Home
09/18/2025
How to Freeze Dry Food at Home
Join Alayna McDonald as she explains how she left her career in logistics to become a single-income, urban homesteader and how food preservation, specifically freeze-drying, has helped her save money. She delves into the technical process of freeze-drying, outlines the financial considerations of owning a freeze dryer, and shares her favorite freeze-dried foods, including a strange but successful zucchini bread mix. The episode is a great resource for anyone interested in homesteading, food preservation, and the practical economics behind it all. This episode is sponsored by . More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Preparing Your Chickens for Autumn
09/11/2025
Preparing Your Chickens for Autumn
This podcast episode of Mother Earth News and Friends features chicken experts Holly Callahan-Kasmala and Chrisie DiCarlo of Coffee with the Chicken Ladies. They discuss essential tips for fall chicken care, from preparing coops for colder weather to understanding the natural molting process. The conversation aims to help both new and experienced chicken keepers ensure their flocks stay healthy and happy as the seasons change, all while sharing personal anecdotes and a laugh over endless cups of coffee. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Store https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays
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Gardening in the Fall with Farmer Nick
08/28/2025
Gardening in the Fall with Farmer Nick
Dive into the secrets of successful fall gardening with plant coach and urban gardener Nick Cutsumpas, also known as "Farmer Nick," as he shares his insights on preparing for winter and cultivating a thriving, low-impact garden. Learn how to protect your plants from frost, use natural resources like fallen leaves, and set yourself up for a bountiful harvest year after year. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Store https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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Make It Yourself with Jimmy DiResta
08/21/2025
Make It Yourself with Jimmy DiResta
Learn with in this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends to build with confidence and transform every project from a simple sandwich to a complex workshop into a creative opportunity. We discuss everything from the evolution of his workshops and property to growing pawpaw trees and making everything from knives to chicken coops. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 https://www.tiktok.com/@motherearthnewsmagazine The Mother Earth News and Friends podcast shares the stories of leaders in sustainable and rural living. We’re passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. You can catch new episodes on Thursdays.
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