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Are you a young writer looking to publish a book? Hear about the publishing journey from your peers...Youth authors who worked hard and finally became a published author. Got a story to share? Let's see how it's done.
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A mom’s guide to food freedom, through nutrition and food education. Nutrition shouldn’t be as complicated as we make it out to be. In fact, years ago, before the industrial revolution, nutrition was simpler and people were eating much healthier. What changed? Society’s need for convenience and instant gratification led to packaged foods with a million ingredients. Now brands are marketing their products as “healthy”, “light”, “organic”, “keto”, and “diet”, yet we are still confused about wh ...
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Do you feel like you never have time to cook from scratch the way you want to? Tried diving into the homesteading lifestyle only to end up feeling burnt out? Maybe you’re not even sure where to start. Are you ready to navigate the world of homesteading in a way that suits your modern life? In this podcast, you will find modern and practical solutions for your suburban homestead. I’m here to dish out quick and straightforward homesteading tips and home management systems, all geared towards i ...
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How do you start a business when you have no money? No experience? No credibility? Or even no idea? This podcast will show you how. Every week successful entrepreneurs share the strategies of how they built their businesses entirely from scratch. No silver spoons. No magic bullets. No monkey business. Just hustling and using strategies that work. And the best part? For each episode we create a custom Action Guide so you know EXACTLY what action steps to take when you're done listening. You c ...
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​I am here to chat about my current favorite little flower that I am using topically at home. It's CALENDULA. And no, mine is not yet blooming in the garden. But you can always order from a reputable source. Starwest Botanicals is one of my favorites. I know some of you are very curious to get into herbal medicine. I truly think that topical produc…
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This heat wave has made me appreciate being inside again. I have many projects that were left neglected as I abandoned them for the lust of garden season. I am not one for the heat, so I have been staying cool while giving the inside of my home some much needed love. From the pantry area of the basement to experimenting with new herbal products, it…
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I can't believe this is Episode 50! I figured it was time to up my homesteading game, so I wanted to do a little challenge. I am committing to no processed foods for a month (well, mostly). Listen in to what this means for me and for how you can join in this challenge to put your health and environmental goals to the forefront of your summer. I am …
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Sustainable products aren't as "hot" as they used to be. I think people caught on that you should use what you have before buying new! That's definitely the homesteader mentality that I try to get myself into every day. But I have certainly purchased my fair share of sustainable products. Let's look at an old blog post to see if I still love these …
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Did you know suncreen can be harmful to your body AND the environment? In this episode I break down common harmful ingredients in popular suncreens, and give you the best non-toxic sunscreen recommendations! My favorite non-toxic sunscreen brands: Mad Hippie, Badger, Babo Botanicals, Blue Lizard, Earth Mama Vitamin D sun tracker app: D-Minder Sourc…
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When people think of homesteaders, they may also relate thoughts of conspiracies and doomsday prepping to the mix. I am not all about that. But I AM about prepping for peace of mind for minor emergencies. In this episode, I am chatting about the minimal prepping that we do in my household to keep the peace and leave the conspiracy behind. View My F…
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Many people desire to live a homestead life when they desire slow living. Slow living can bring us to what is most important. It can allow us to savor the short time we have with our children. It can calm our nervous systems in this busy world. I think many of us desire slow living, but many (including me) are not the best at it. We live in a moder…
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In the homesteading realm, a lot of people are looking to get into medicinal herbs, but it can be intimidating! I think we often discount the common herbs, right from our garden, that have been used throughout time for medicinal purposes. These common culinary herbs pack a punch and are safe and easy to use to start your herbal journey! Links Menti…
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Hey friends- I'm baaaack! After a little mental health break, combined with maternity leave, I am happy to be back to podcasting! In this episode I share my birth story with my daughter and an update on my mental health. I also shared a little bit about my birth story on my Instagram highlights. Go check it out www.instagram.com/thisismirandalee Co…
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It is almost harvest time this garden season, and I wanted to share some simple methods for preserving your harvest, no matter the size or budget (no fancy freeze dryer required). This episode mostly focuses on herbs, but these tips can be used for many types of veggies and even flowers, too! Links Mentioned: https://thehomesteadchallenge.com/dryin…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! In this episode I talk with Amy Myrdal Miller- a farmer’s daughter from North Dakota, an award-winning dietitian and the president of Farmer's Daughter Consulting. Amy is the co-author of the award-winning cookbook Cooking à la Heart:…
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Rest AND productivity in the same sentence? I know that can sound confusing, but I truly find that I am most rested when I am doing something a little productive at the same time. Whether it's physical or mental, there are ways to rest your mind and body that can be productive for you in the long run. In this episode, I am going through 7 of my fav…
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I think it is safe to say that we all go through different busy seasons. During those busy seasons, you may do more or less homesteading than you'd prefer- and that's totally okay! We need to release unrealistic expectations that we put on ourselves and know that every little bit of "homesteading" that we do in any given season is important, and en…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! In this episode I interview Holistic Pregnancy & Nutrition Specialist, Taryn, from Aubergine and Olive. We chat about prenatal and postpartum nutrition, and also dive into choosing a more holistic pregnancy while still involving your …
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Instagram can be a great source of garden inspiration, but also pressure! While growing native is WILDLY important (see what I did there), I don't think we need to feel bad about not doing it perfectly. Some things simply make us happy. And no, we cannot singlehandedly wipe out all of the invasives in our area either. It's all a lot. Like many thin…
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We're finally back with another new episode of The Scratch Cast: The Alternative Music Podcast. Did you miss us? On this episode Grant talks a lot about Blackpool, we try to find Keanu Reeves, and we discuss the phenomenon of people our age looking a lot older in the 80s... On our singles swap we discuss: "10 Mile Smile" by Elgin solo artist Jay Ta…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! In this episode I chat with Holistic Dietitian, Ashley Tippens. We go over common nutrition misconceptions that we see on social media, and how to make healthy and sustainable changes that prioritize nutrient-dense foods. We also talk…
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Whether you believe in folklore, wivetales, or garden myths or not, a lot of it is rooted in truth! I scoured the internet for some of te best gardening advice that has been passed down through the generations that are rooted in some science. Do you know of any folklore that has proven to be true in your garden? Links Mentioned: www.facebook.com/gr…
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As we plant our gardens this spring, we need to think about how we will be spending our time outdoors. If you want to eat or even hang out outside, you'll soon be bombarded by some pesky little friends. Whether you plant these herbs in container gardens around your patio or use them in a natural DIY bug spray, you'll be happy you planned ahead for …
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! You can be eating the healthiest foods in the world, but if you aren't optimizing your digestion, you'll still see health issues like bloating, heart burn and weight gain. This goes beyond chewing slowly and eating undistracted. In th…
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In today's episode, I talk about changing routines for household tasks (psst... join the Facebook Community and we are all going to share our favorite QUICK and easy summer recipes), family fun and adventures, and even a little self-care (not the woo woo kind, but the kind where you do stuff for "future you" and can thank yourself later). Tune in a…
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Companion planting is among the most popular homesteading and gardening goals from our community this year! Sure, we all know you should plant stuff with other stuff to make it grow better, but why? After researching companion planting, I was left with a few questions that I felt like no one was answering. Hopefully, this clears some of them up! Li…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! Have you every considered homeschooling? Maybe you're on the fence or never really considered it. Either way, I encourage you to listen to this episode with Amanda Schenkenberger, who is a homeschool mother of 4, and homeschool coach.…
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Happy Garden Season! Here are my top picks for relatively inexpensive (well, for the most part) Amazon finds for the garden that I have been LOVING this year as I build a garden in my forever city homestead. Get the links: https://amzn.to/47YMD9c Join the Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/thehomesteadchallengecommunity/ Instagram: @britta…
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Oof! Regret is hard and hearing, "I told you so" is a hard pill to swallow. But if there is one thing I know for certain: the best way to learn homesteading is to learn by doing it and making mistakes. We are all human and we can change our minds whenever we want as we grow and learn. What is one lesson or regret that you learned the hard way? Epis…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! I didn't realize the real dangers of artificial food dyes until I listened to a TedTalk with Dr. Rebecca Bevans. That's when I knew I had to have her on this podcast. In this episode, Dr. Bevans goes into detail about her journey cutt…
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In this episode, I chat about contentment. But not just waiting around and being okay with where you are at, but still dreaming about your forever homestead. I mean LOVING where you are at, and not even wanting more (well, for the most part). Links Mentioned: https://bit.ly/homesteadchallengegoalplanner www.facebook.com/groups/thehomesteadchallenge…
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Today I talk about six of my favorite herbs for spring allergies and how to consume them (and how to get your kids to take them, too!). LINKS MENTIONED Starwest Botanicals: https://www.starwest-botanicals.com/?sscid=41k8_mmxwh https://thehomesteadchallenge.com/herbal-allergy-tea-recipe/ www.facebook.com/groups/thehomesteadchallengecommunity/ https:…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Guests Series, where I give you some of my most popular guest interviews from past episodes! Want to improve your gut health but don't know where to start? In this episode I chat with Gut Health Practitioner, Geta Barbu, who gives us great tips for grocery shopping with our gut health in mind. I love tangible tips and takeawa…
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We all start somewhere. I am not a beginner but also not an expert gardener. This is my first year building a full-on garden, and I was surprised to learn these things. I almost felt silly when I learned some of these things this year. Let me know a surprising thing you learned during your first year of gardening! P.S. Thank you for 10k downloads! …
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It can be so hard when your friends and family just don't really get it. They might not be outright unsupportive... but when you are surrounded by people who don't get your desire to live a toxic-free, natural life (or want a homestead!), it can be a little exhausting. In this episode, I am going to explore some of the ways that you can deal with t…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back! Thinking about getting into sourdough, but don't know where to start? Don't worry- I break it down for you in this episode. Sourdough itself isn't difficult. The hardest part is understanding what to do with the starter! I explain what sourdough s…
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It's time for change! But like, good change! Not scary change. The kind of change that we KNOW if coming... and we can actually plan for it if we just accept that it is going to happen. Whether it's a new season with new homestead tasks, your kiddos getting older, a new job, or something else, we all know change will happen indeed. Instead of getti…
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Y'all. This has been the WORST Flu of my life. Holy Moly. Here are 4 sports drink ideas that might be better options for you than Gatorade when you are in need of some serious hydration. Stay well! Link to my storefront with most of the products mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/shop/brittanylgibson/list/1MDAGD3YRJ6N5?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfbrittanylg…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back! Welcome to part 2 of my chat with Claire Fagin! In part 1 we chatted about how to get started with sourdough baking, but in this episode we answer all of your sourdough questions. Whether you're already into baking sourdough, or you're just thinki…
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Being a wife and/or mama is AMAZING, but it can be a LOT. There are so many things on our plates. It got me thinking about ways I simplify remembering to do ALL THE THINGS. I am not perfect at this, but there are three specific triggers in my daily life that remind me to do other things that are easier to forget. These triggers have made a HUGE dif…
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In this episode, I dive into a crucial turning point in my homesteading life – the moment I finally found a raw milk herdshare near me. This wasn't just about choosing healthier milk; it was about taking ownership of my choices and realigning with my core values. 🌿 Why Raw Milk? Raw milk isn't just milk. It's a symbol of balance and natural wellnes…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back! Time to talk sourdough! If you've ever been interested in baking sourdough bread at home, but didn't know where to start- this episode is for you! Claire Fagin and I talk about the sourdough baking process, how to get starter, what tools you actua…
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Things have been a little out-of-whack around my homestead. But solid systems and an online community have truly been the things that have kept me going. I am eager to teach you these systems and create an online community so that no suburban homesteader ever feels like they don't have someone or something to fall back on. https://thehomesteadchall…
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Spring cleaning is ALL the rage on the interwebs, and there are a few buzzwords that go around this time of year. Mainly, "minimalism." Don't run away yet! I know... most of us homesteady types are NOT here for minimalism. But hear me out, I think minimalism has a few principles we can apply to better our homestead lives (and no, not that cold, gra…
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Welcome to the BEST OF Sourdough Series, where I give you all my past sourdough episodes back to back! In this episode I interview professional hobbyist, Claire Fagin, who is a floral artist, certified birth doula, sourdough baker, Youtuber & more! We chat about how homeschooling shaped her and helped her find her many passions. We rewrite the answ…
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Starting a solid routine before the busy homestead season is crucial, especially if your kiddos will be out of school over the summer! Everyone is spring cleaning right now, but there is so much more to it than that! Getting these things out of the way now will ensure your homestead's success for the year and get you into a rhythm that will make th…
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I am so excited to share Field Prep Foundations, a FREE 5-day challenge to help you reclaim and realign your time. Over the course of five days, you will receive emails with a video challenge containing simple, actionable steps for you to move toward a homestead jam-packed with all of the things you want to do, and ditching the rest. Here's what to…
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Hey friends- just wanted to give y'all a little life update about what's going on, and what to expect the next couple months. I just need some time to enjoy the rest of my pregnancy, prioritize my mental health and take a much needed break. Until then, expect some "Best Of" podcast episodes, and I'll be back in no time! Connect with me: Recipes, ho…
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In today's conversation, Caitlin of Homegrown Hopes shares some common misconceptions about homesteading, tackling the myths of homesteading and the importance of local community (something I am not always the best at!). It's all about finding balance, leaning on each other's strengths, and creating a supportive network. For those aspiring or curre…
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I am feeling the clean and declutter bug. Big time. I think that is totally normal for this time of year. More and more people move toward non-toxic cleaners every year, and I wanted to give you my favorite recipes (without essential oils... well... sometimes) in case you are looking to do the same in your own homestead. I have a complicated relati…
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Hi mamas! In this episode I talk about my go-to tip for families who want to eat healthier, make lifestyle changes, all without giving into diet culture (and without protest from your kids!) Podcast episode about artificial food dyes: EP183 Save 10% off Toups & Co Organics makeup and skincare with CODE: BREADTHERAPY10 at checkout! www.toupsandco.co…
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Discover how to efficiently tackle your homestead tasks! Today, I'm chatting about how I managed all my homestead tasks in just 45 minutes by using the critical path method. Streamlining tasks to overcome the chaos of jumping from one task to another can help boost our productivity while actually making us feel LESS busy. Transitioning from the str…
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Seed organizing sounds like a daunting task, but it is actually kind of fun! Hear me out... you get to see what else you still need to buy and then go seed shopping! What could be better than that? I've learned that if I get organized in a way that works for my brain before the peak of garden season, I will set myself up for a lot more success (and…
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Hey friends! Here's another episode on sourdough bread. Just wanted to dive deeper into why you should all start baking your sourdough bread at home, or find a local cottage bakery to support! I also give you some tips for keeping your sourdough low in gluten, and how to spot fake sourdough in the store. More podcast episodes on sourdough: episodes…
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