What does it mean to be truly self-sufficient? As technology advances and the world continues to evolve, our society is losing sight of what it takes to be in touch with our planet.

There are, however, still individuals out there who are working with nature rather than against it…

In this episode, we chat with gardening expert Mark Valencia. Mark has a YouTube channel and website entitled Self Sufficient Me. With this platform, Mark shows his viewers how to engage with self-sufficient living – from organic gardening to wildlife cultivation.

Mark is providing information that is both engaging and practical. These self-sustainable living practices are inspiring people around the world!

Click play now to uncover:

• How Mark got started with his dedication to self-sufficiency.
• What it takes to get a garden off the ground.
• Animal pests that Mark regularly deals with in his garden.
• How being outside and remaining active positively affects mental health.

Want to learn more about Mark and his work with Self Sufficient Me? You can find his Youtube channel here, and website here!

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

Joining us today is Dr. Richard M. Cruse, a professor in the Agronomy Department at Iowa State University and Director of the Iowa Water Center. Dr. Cruse is an expert in water quality and soil erosion, which impacts more than you may think…

Dr. Cruse grew up on a farm in Iowa, which led him to develop a profound love for natural resources. Presently, he researches the ways that erosion is affected by rainfall, soil type, soil slope, and management.

In this episode, you will discover:

• The importance of soil as a resource.
• The properties that make up healthy soil.
• Why controlling water-driven erosion is critical to agricultural stability.

So why is it so important to support healthy soil? Dr. Cruse addresses this question and others like it in this informative podcast!

You can find out more about Dr. Cruse by visiting faculty.sites.iastate.edu.

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

In this episode, Kelsey Nightingale returns to the podcast to discuss her unique approach to homesteading and organic farming. As a licensed veterinary technician, Kelsey recently relocated with her family to a small homestead in Scottsburg, OR, where they focus on sustainability and living off the land.

Kelsey became interested in homesteading in 2019. After taking the plunge in 2021, she and her husband Sean became committed to one mission: to become self-sufficient and unreliant upon society to live…

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why Kelsey and Sean decided to shift their lifestyles.
• The resources that Nightingale Homestead currently provides.
• How long it typically takes to become successful in homesteading and small farming.
• The easy and hard parts of self-sufficiency.

Tune in now to discover the inspiring journey of Kelsey and Sean as they embrace a lifestyle deeply rooted in sustainability, self-sufficiency, and a profound connection to the land!

Follow along with Kelsey and Nightingale Homestead here.

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

In this episode, Stacy Zivicki from Sustainable Stewards takes the time to chat with us about preparation tactics, sustainable agriculture, and homesteading. Stacy’s mission with Sustainable Stewards is to show her viewers how to achieve authentic self-sufficiency – free from reliance on civilization.

On her channel, Stacy covers everything from permaculture to animal husbandry and food freedom. She informs her viewers so that they too can learn how to be independent of feed mills, grocery stores, and our society’s approach to debt.

Join us now to hear Stacy discuss:

• How her background shaped her perspective on self-sufficiency.
• The importance of becoming your own producer of resources.
• How Stacy utilizes Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) for her food distribution.
• The benefits of working with your community to support sustainable agriculture and livestock production.

What does true self-sufficiency look like? Tune in to find out!

To watch Stacy’s educational content click here, and to purchase Sustainable Stewards merchandise click here.

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

Joining us in this episode is Aaron Dukes from Dukes Legal, P.A. In addition to his work as an attorney, Aaron is also a farmer and cattle ranch owner that has cultivated a successful agricultural and livestock operation.

Having the skills needed to raise and grow your own food may very well come in handy during these uncertain times – but what does it take to achieve this level of self-sufficiency?

Press play to discover:

• The intricacies involved in meat production.
• Why having a substantial stock of food is important as we face supply shortages.
• How fertilizers are properly used in vegetable farming.

Want to get to know more about Aaron Duke and his distinct approach to farming and livestock cultivation? Join this informative conversation now!

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

Today’s world news is prompting more and more people to look into future preparation tactics. If our society takes a turn for the worse, are you ready?

Joining us in this episode to discuss the fundamentals of prepping is Jason Charles. Known as “The Angry Prepper” on YouTube, Jason uses his platform to provide his viewers with useful economic survival strategies and unique political insight.

In this podcast, you will discover:

• What you can do to prepare for uncertain times.
• Situations that could cause mass chaos in cities, and what the timeline for collapse would look like.
• The importance of stockpiling water and other resources.

As tensions rise throughout the United States and the rest of the world, it is more important than ever to be prepared for anything. Those that are paying attention will likely fare much better than those who are not…

To watch Jason’s channel for yourself, make sure you subscribe to his Youtube channel!

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

In this episode, we chat with Joe Foster about all things DIY gardening. Joe has a Youtube channel called Growit Buildit, where he provides viewers with thorough information on how to grow their own farms.

From garden setup to composting methods, Joe educates people on the foundational principles of self-sufficient living. With the uncertainty that the future holds, these techniques could prove to be very useful for those who take the time to learn them…

Join us now to hear Joe discuss:

• How cheap and easy it can be to start your own garden.
• The best way to get started with effective composting.
• How to improve the quality of your soil.
• Self-sufficient strategies to employ when doing small-scale farming.

Want to see Joe’s videos for yourself? Make sure you visit his website and Youtube channel

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

Join Dawn Gallop, the founder of the #9 Farms YouTube channel, on today's episode as she delves into several intriguing topics. As a devoted mother of nine who lives on a sprawling farm, Dawn has been immersed in homesteading long before it became a trend, dating back to 1992.

In this episode, Gallop explores the "Pantry Challenge" and shares how it’s affected her life. What exactly does it entail?

It revolves around the ingenious idea of utilizing everything stocked in your pantry, food cabinets, and freezer before resorting to purchasing additional groceries. The primary objectives?

Saving money, minimizing waste, and igniting creativity in the kitchen! Rather than rushing to the store for more ingredients, embrace the opportunity to experiment with what you already have, potentially uncovering delectable, one-of-a-kind recipes along the way. Moreover, the Pantry Challenge promotes simplicity, time efficiency, and fosters a survivalist mindset.

Tune in to discover:

• Valuable tips, tricks, and pitfalls of the canning process
• How to differentiate between water-bath canning and pressure canning
• The shelf life of canned foods (officially and unofficially)
• The potential health risks of dented cans
• Gallop’s experience making and selling elderberry syrup (and its anti-viral properties!)

Prepare to be enlightened as Gallop shares her wealth of knowledge and experiences in navigating the culinary world with ingenuity and resourcefulness.

Interested in learning more? Check out Gallop’s YouTube channel here: http://www.youtube.com/@dawngallop

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