S13 E2: Creating a Timeless Home in an Instant Age

Last year we decided to stop watching TV for 6 months. In the process we learned a lot of new skills and made the internet very angry. 

Today I'm breaking down our decision in detail and sharing my best tips for doing your own tech fast.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Backstory on our TV fast
• Details on what was involved in our TV fast
• Our kids reaction to this fast
• What we were doing instead of watching TV
• What we learned after 3 months of a TV fast
• What worries me about watching TV
• Viral video and how the world reacted 
• Advice for parents who want to do a TV fast
• Why boredom is a good thing sometimes
• Final thoughts on our TV fast

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

A homestead that funds itself... that's the dream, isn't it? We've covered a number of income-producing ideas on the show over the years, and I have another one for you today. 

I'm joined by the brilliant Marjory Wildcraft as she outlines how you can turn seed-saving into a viable and profitable income stream to add to your homestead this year.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Marjory Wildcraft's background and interest in growing food
• What is the 7 Hour Business concept for funding a backyard farm (and why it's important)
• Tips for seed saving
• A closer look at what seeds you can save (types of seeds)
• Different techniques for seed saving (depending on the type of plant)
• Range of viability of seeds
• The business side of seed saving
• Final thoughts on seed saving

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Learn about Marjory Wildcraft's Backyard Food Production webinar: http://www.backyardfoodproduction.com/

Jill's favorite seed company: http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

How do you know when to PERSEVERE and when to PRUNE?? We recently listed the soda fountain for sale, which has (understandably) caused a stir. 

Today I'm sharing the decision making process that got us to this point and how you can use several old-fashioned principles to help you focus on what matters around your life and homestead.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Why we bought the soda fountain in the first place
• What was involved in Phase One in our soda fountain project
• Figuring out if we should do Phase Two or not...
• How a book helped us decide what to do
• Focusing on the word 'streamline' this year 
• Details about the Chugwater Soda Fountain
• Life lessons for all entrepreneurs and homesteaders
• My challenge(s) to you for your own life

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Learn more about the Chugwater Soda Fountain here: http://chugwatersodafountain.com/forsale

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

"How do you find a community of like-minded people who share your beliefs?" I get this question a lot and my answer might surprise you. 

It also prompted some interesting discussion on social media, so I'm diving into all the nuance and messy, community-building truth in this podcast episode.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Why community is a pillar of the old-fashioned on purpose lifestyle
• Common questions about creating community
• Tensions and drama that occurred recently about community on social media
• Community vs. inner circle (and the topic of influence)
• Personal foundational beliefs vs. community connections
• Challenge yourself to be slightly uncomfortable (why that can be a good thing)
• Why it's good (and also old-fashioned) to push against polarization 

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Most homesteaders are frustrated with the modern healthcare system, but disentangling ourselves from it is easier said than done. 

I’m thrilled to be joined by Dr. Amber Belt today as we discuss how to safely and effectively take charge of your health. Dr. Belt offers an empowering (and balanced) approach to dealing with homestead first aid, acute issues, colds and fevers, and lots more. Grab your notebook and pen— this episode is packed full of info!

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Dr. Belt's background in holistic medicine
• Looking at how mistrust in conventional medicine began
• Why modern medicine doesn't look at the big picture
• Biggest gaps in proactive healthcare
• How to start becoming aware of health struggles
• Best tips and equipment for families for handling minor health struggles
• How to naturally boost our immunity and health
• Hormone issues in modern culture
• Favorite old-fashioned remedies
• Final thoughts and tips on being prepared for health issues

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Learn more about Dr. Amber Belt here: www.sagesirona.com

Follow Dr. Amber Belt on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/dramberbelt/

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

I've been promising this episode for months, and it's finally here! Christian is joining me to finally share the entire charter school saga and trust me-- it's a doozy! It's the hardest project we've ever done by far, but also one of the best. 

Listen in for our darkest times, our biggest victories, and our most poignant lessons. Even if you have no interested in charter schools, you won't want to miss this one!

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Background story behind starting the charter school
• How we got involved in the charter school 
• The application process...
• The presentation process...
• Some of the stumbling blocks along the way
• Defining charter schools
• The hard parts after getting approved
• Why we pushed through self-doubt and refused to quit
• Life lessons and looking at the bigger picture
• The future of our charter school

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Who would have thought the world of olive oil would be so fascinating? From the "Agromafia" to "Three cough oils" to how to develop your palate like an olive oil connoisseur, this is an episode you won't want to miss! 

I'm joined by T.J. Robinson, the "olive oil hunter" himself to dive into the ins and outs of this ancient oil and why it matters more than you think to your home kitchen.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Current olive harvest issues and fake olive oil problems
• "Agromafia" issues
• Why olive varieties are important
• T.J. Robinson's background into the olive oil business
• The science behind creating olive oil
• Culinary flavors of different olive oils
• The ups and downs of working with nature
• Comparing olive oil regions in the world
• The true taste of olive oil
• Best culinary tips for using olive oil

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Special link for Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast listeners in order to get a bottle of high quality olive oil for $1: www.getfresh23.com

 
Articles on the stability of olive oil: https://olivewellnessinstitute.org/article/new-research-proves-that-evoo-is-the-safest-and-most-stable-oil-to-cook-with/ and https://www.aboutoliveoil.org/evoo-most-stable-cooking-oil

Get weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Tis the season for fresh garden dreams and pretty seed catalogs. It's easy to get swept away in the excitement of a new season, but before you whip out the credit card and order a pile of new seeds, take a moment to listen to this episode. 

I'm sharing some money-saving advice that will not only help your garden to be more efficient, but also save you some cash in the process.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Organizing your seeds is going to save you a lot of money
• How a seed inventory will greatly increase your gardening success
• Categorize Your Seeds
• Organize Your Seeds
• Proper Storage of Your Seeds
• Check The Viability of Your Seeds
• Most important tip: Keep it Up!
• My favorite garden varieties for growing

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Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned
Learn more about the Old-Fashioned on Purpose planner here: www.prairieplanner.com

Sign up for my weekly newsletter here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

Get your heirloom & open-pollinated seeds here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/seeds

This is my favorite seed storage container: Seed Organizer

Podcast episode with more details on seed starting: What You Didn’t Know About Starting Seeds

Details about cover crops found here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2019/10/garden-cover-crops.html 

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Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

If you have a homestead of any kind, failures are inevitable. And the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to create action plans on how to prevent missteps in the coming year. 

In this podcast episode, I'll share my 4-step Homestead Reset Framework that I use for figuring out why certain aspects of my homestead failed, and how to make it better in the coming year.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• A closer look our 2023 homestead fails
• Why action is better than hope 
• Homestead Reset #1: Review
• Homestead Reset #2: Retrospection
• Homestead Reset #3: Remedy
• Homestead Reset #4: Resolve
• Final thoughts on Homestead fails

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Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned
Read the blog version of this podcast episode here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2024/01/how-to-do-a-homestead-reset.html 

Learn more about the Old-Fashioned on Purpose planner here: www.prairieplanner.com

Sign up for my weekly newsletter here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

Get your Garden Soil Test Kit here: http://theprairiehomestead.com/soiltest


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Have a message you want to share with the world? Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My essays on an old-fashioned life: www.prairiephilosophy.com

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Twitter: http://twitter.com/homesteader

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead

Whew! 2023 was a doozy and not without some major mountain top AND valley moments. Join me as I break down my biggest wins (and lessons) of the past year.

Podcast Episode Highlights

• Lesson #1: Be extremely careful about who you partner with on big projects (business, homesteading, etc.)
• Lesson #2: Always listen to your gut
• Lesson #3: No one is coming to save you
• Lesson #4: If you want to advance in your life, go beyond your comfort zone
• Lesson #5: Sometimes you need to micro-manage
• Lesson #6: When your gut says to do something, do not quit no matter how hard it gets
• Lesson #7: Streamlining is great than the shotgun approach
• Final thoughts

Podcast Feedback

Did you enjoy listening to this episode? Please drop a comment below or leave a review to let us know. This can help other folks learn about this podcast and we also really appreciate the feedback!

Podcast Episode Resources and Links Mentioned

Learn more about the Old-Fashioned on Purpose planner here: www.prairieplanner.com

Read more about my Annual Homestead Planning Strategy here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/2024/01/my-annual-homestead-planning-strategy.html

Order my NEW book Old-Fashioned on Purpose now and get exclusive bonuses! http://oldfashionedbook.com/

Have a message you want to share with the world? Apply to be a guest on the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast here: https://www.theprairiehomestead.com/podcast-guest-application

Weekly musings from my homestead: http://theprairiehomestead.com/letter

My essays on an old-fashioned life: www.prairiephilosophy.com

My homesteading tutorials & recipes: www.theprairiehomestead.com

Our Wyoming-raised, grass-finished beef: http://genuinebeefco.com

Jill on Twitter: http://twitter.com/homesteader

Jill on Instagram: @jill.winger

Jill on Facebook: http://facebook.com/theprairiehomestead