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
Preparing for Extreme Weather Events [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:29
Are you prepared for extreme weather? On this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we chat with Ed Brotak, meteorologist and long-time contributor to Grit magazine, about how to stay safe and prepared for when the w…
What to Know About Raising Swans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:48
Raising swans isn't like raising chickens; caring for these beautiful birds comes with its own sets of unique challenges and rewards. In this episode, Chris Fritzen of Grand Swan Farm covers some essential info you'd nee…
Can You Eat Wild Boar? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:55
Shogun Farms says you can definitely eat wild boar. In this episode, Pamela Fay of Shogun Farms in Florida shares with us about how they're trapping and farm-finishing invasive wild boars and selling them as high-quality…
Best Vegetables for Canning, Dehydrating, and More [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:46
What can you do with all the abundance that comes out of your garden? In this episode, Bevin Cohen of Small House Farm joins us to discuss his new book, The Heritage Pantry, and all the ways you can preserve your harvest…
Audio Article: Can Chickens Hatch Ducks? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:26
Story by Marissa Ames, read by Kenny Coogan. Who knew that chickens were so good at raising ducklings? This story comes from the January/February 2024 issue of Grit magazine. For more resources, view this podcast https:/…
Heritage Breed Update with the Livestock Conservancy [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:20
In this episode, Jeannette Beranger of The Livestock Conservancy joins us for our annual heritage breed update. Jeannette shares more about the importance of breed conservation, a deep dive of the Livestock Conservancy l…
Condors, Conservation, & You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:41
At one point, there were only 22 California condors left in the world. But, things are changing for the better. In this episode, Chris Parish of The Peregrine Fund shares about the work being done to reintroduce growing…
Responsible Antibiotics Use in Animals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:15
Whether you're caring for livestock yourself or want to be a more informed consumer, you can learn about how antibiotics use plays a role in raising animals – and how antibiotics resistance can pose a challenge for anima…
Audio Article: Keep Your Ducks in a Row [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:41
Story by Erin Snyder, read by Kenny Coogan. Learn how to put your web-footed friends to work in the garden while keeping your crops safe. This story comes from the June/July 2024 issue of MOTHER EARTH NEWS magazine. More…