Mother Earth News and Friends

Mother Earth News and Friends

Author: MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK Language: English Episodes: 100
Ever wondered how to turn a small backyard into a bountiful garden or make your home more self-sufficient? Mother Earth News and Friends brings you into conversation with the people actually doing the work, from seasoned homesteaders and organic farmers to natural health practitioners and eco-innovators. This podcast, from the MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK, feels like a thoughtful chat with a knowledgeable neighbor who has years of hands-on experience to share. Each episode digs into the practical details of sustainable living, whether that’s preserving a harvest, building with natural materials, or cultivating resilience in your daily life. You’ll hear specific advice and personal stories that cut through the noise, offering tangible steps toward a more grounded and intentional lifestyle. It’s for anyone who dreams of a deeper connection to their food, their home, and the environment, regardless of whether you live on acres of land or in a city apartment. Tune in for genuine dialogue that makes the vast topics of sustainability and rural living feel accessible, immediate, and deeply human.
Episodes
Preventing Poultry Predation from Domestic Canines and Felines [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:10
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 pre…
Growing a Cut Flower Garden Audio Article [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:05
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…
Increase Egg Production Naturally [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:40
In this audio article brought to you thanks to Brinsea is from Backyard Poultry. Learn natural strategies for increasing egg production by focusing on flock nutrition, stress reduction, and environmental enrichment. The…
Arboreal Flavors Audio Article [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:07
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 edib…
Spring Beehive Inspection [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:25
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 🌳 Podcasts https://ww…
Navigating the Teenage Poultry Weeks [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:04
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…
Coop Planning with Maintenance in Mind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:16
Thank you to Brinsea 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 c…
Feed Your Family For a Year Audio Article and Discussion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:21
In this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast sponsored by True Leaf Market, host Josh Wilder speaks with homesteader Patrice Lewis about the essential transition from food consumer to producer. Lewis shar…