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Mother Earth News and Friends

MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK
Sustainability
Homesteading
Gardening
Chickens
Food Preservation
Incubation
Egg Incubation
Chick Development
Soil Health
Herbalism
Mushroom Foraging
Pest Control
Ducks
Extreme Weather Events
Regenerative Agriculture
Sustainable Agriculture
Severe Weather Preparedness
Climate Change
Urban Homesteading
Livestock Conservancy

Mother Earth News and Friends shares the stories of the leaders in sustainable and rural living. We're passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more.

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Lacy Armentor
Chicken keeper featured on the show
Episode: Navigating the Teenage Poultry Weeks
Queren King-Orozco
Chicken keeper featured on the show
Episode: Navigating the Teenage Poultry Weeks
Patrice Lewis
homesteader and author who contributed a piece on self-sufficiency
Mother Earth News
Episode: Feed Your Family For a Year Audio Article and Discussion
Wren Everett
Author of Cooking on a Wood Stove and off-grid homesteader
Independent
Episode: How to Cook on a Woodburning Cookstove
Gianna Cleese Caldwell
Author of many books, including her newest, The Useful Goat
Philia Farman
Episode: The Useful Goat
Rosemary Gladstar
American herbalist, educator, and author known as the godmother of modern herbalism
United Plant Savers
Episode: Appreciating Herbs with Rosemary Gladstar
Dr. Christine Wilkinson
A conservation scientist and carnivore ecologist focused on community engagement in conservation efforts.
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Episode: Co-existing with Urban and Suburban Wildlife
Shelby Lucero
Marketing department member at Growing Spaces with hands-on experience in greenhouse production
Growing Spaces
Episode: Growing in Deep Winter
Audra Trosper
Poultry keeper for 20 years and editor-in-chief for Goat Journal, contributing to Backyard Poultry and Mother Earth News
Ogden Publications
Episode: Prepping Your Flock for Severe Weather

Hosts

Josh Wilder
Host and Content Director for Mother Earth News, involved in discussions around sustainable living and homesteading.
Kenny Coogan
Host and educator on sustainable practices related to poultry and homesteading.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Ok

    It’s ok it’s not the best podcast I’ve listened to so yeah

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    3
    Fall Girl!
    Canada3 months ago
  • Rewinding was a waste of time

    Stay on message. I just about deleted the podcast over this ridiculous waste of time inundated with nonsense! This is almost always a high yield listen BUT this one was seriously non credible nonsense.

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    2
    DrMarkMD
    United Statesa year ago
  • Poor Audio makes it hard to listen to

    Great content but the audio quality is awful. There have been some episodes (the mangowurzel episode comes to mind) that are unlistenable because the background music completely drowns out the speaker. With the interviews, you can barely hear one voice while another blows out your eardrums. It’s a shame because I love the topics and the content but I find myself listening less and less because it’s just not pleasant on the ears.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Hikergirl48
    United States5 years ago
  • Hey guys, I love u

    This is the BEST podcast. I love it and listen to it to calm down when I am anxious. I sit in my room and stim and use thinking putty and fidgets and listen to this.

    Love,

    Jocelyn K, the GOAT and The GOAT (Simone biles)’s BIGGEST FAN!!!! P.s. Mom why do you make me sign my reviews JOSS!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joss K, the GOAT
    United States5 years ago
  • Fan

    I have always loved the Mother Earth magazine and think I’m going to be a bigger fan of the podcast!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    abackwoodsfarm
    United States5 years ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Feed Your Family For a Year Audio Article and Discussion
Q: You mentioned in the beginning, what gateway would you recommend for people trying to build confidence in self-sufficiency?
Choose crops you actually like to eat and can preserve, start with one or two reliable staples, and learn a preservation method you're comfortable with (canning, freezing, drying). This helps you stay motivated and makes the plan feel doable rather than overwhelming.
Keep Going and Growing Throughout the Decades Audio Article and Discussion
Q: What do you find is the most common piece of advice you're giving out?
I suggest that everybody should know how to grow something and learn to be self-reliant. Starting small with one plant is a good way to begin.
Keep Going and Growing Throughout the Decades Audio Article and Discussion
Q: How long did it take you to observe the sun and wind patterns on your lot before you realized that spot was perfect for the setup?
It didn't take long as I examined the space and knew what was best for that specific spot.
Keep Going and Growing Throughout the Decades Audio Article and Discussion
Q: Is there a tool in there that you'll never get rid of, even if you don't use it anymore?
Yes, I have a sod cutter, which is my favorite. I keep it for occasions when I need to enlarge a garden bed or if a neighbor needs to use it.
Understanding Egg Development
Q: What are you looking for when you're candling?
You look for the darker section of the egg where the development is occurring.

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Exploring a multitude of themes centered around sustainable and rural living, the content provides insights into natural health, homesteading practices, and sustainability strategies that appeal to eco-conscious listeners. Episodes frequently feature expert discussions on gardening, poultry care, herbal remedies, and innovative farming techniques, often emphasizing community involvement and environmental stewardship. This podcast is particularly noteworthy for its practical advice and personal stories shared by knowledgeable hosts and their guests, making it an engaging resource for those interested in enhancing their homesteading skills and fostering a deeper connection with the environment.

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2. Queren King-Orozco
3. Patrice Lewis
4. Wren Everett
5. Gianna Cleese Caldwell
6. Rosemary Gladstar
7. Dr. Christine Wilkinson
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