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Pioneering Today Podcast - Homesteading in a Modern World

Melissa K Norris
Homesteading
Medicinal Herbs
Modern Food System
Sustainable Agriculture
Cattle Herd Management
Gardening
Local Food Sources
Health and Nutrition
Gut Health
Viruses
Seed Starting
Food Labeling
Cold and Flu Remedies
Heirloom Seeds
Mushrooms
Soil Health
Fruit Tree Care
Beef Cattle
Seed Saving
Nutrient-Dense Foods

Pioneering Today is all about getting back to basics, simple living, and self-sufficiency with old-fashioned skills and wisdom in a modern world. With heirloom gardening, canning, preserving the harvest, from scratch cooking, raising your own food, including livestock (backyard chickens, pigs, and cattle), natural medicine, herbs, DIY like soap making along with living a simple self-sufficient lif... more

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In this throwback episode, I'm chatting with my friend Anne Briggs from Anne of All Trades about real life homesteading, what it takes, what works, and how to keep moving forward even when life gets busy. Anne left the tech world and dove into homest... more

In this throwback episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I'm sitting down with my dear friend Mary Shrader from Mary's Nest to talk about how we can all build a kitchen where nothing goes to waste. Mary has such a gift for making traditional cookin... more

Today I'm sharing a throwback of one of the most popular coaching calls from inside my Pioneering Today Academy: "How to Get It All Done on the Homestead." I wanted to bring this one back because figuring out how to manage your time and energy on the... more

In this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I'm sharing why I'm pressing pause on new episodes for the rest of 2025 and what that really means for the future of the show.

After years of teaching and encouraging others to live simply and seaso... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Shrader
Founder of Mary's Nest, a platform sharing traditional foods and cooking methods.
Mary's Nest
Episode: Throwback: Creating a No-Waste Kitchen w/ Mary's Nest | 484
Stacey Loper
City girl turned homesteader and contestant on Back to the Frontier
Episode: She Competed on Back to the Frontier — What She Learned Will Inspire Every Homesteader | Stacey Loper Interview
Will Harris
Fourth generation owner of White Oak Pastures; advocates for regenerative agriculture
White Oak Pastures
Episode: Immunity for Polluters: How New Laws Threaten Your Soil & Food Supply
Taylor Henry
CEO and owner of Acres USA; involved in regenerative agriculture and organic farming advocacy
Acres USA
Episode: Immunity for Polluters: How New Laws Threaten Your Soil & Food Supply
Tim Ng
Former Army engineer, homesteader, and real estate agent specialized in helping fellow veterans achieve homesteading goals.
The Homesteading Agent
Episode: The Hidden Layer of Homestead Security: Why Community May Be Your Best Defense
Charles Mayfield
Founder of Farrow Life, skincare health advocate, and traditional remedies expert
Farrow Life
Episode: Lard for Sunburn & SPF? What They Don't Tell You About Skin Care
Melissa 15
Discount code shared in the episode
Episode: Lard for Sunburn & SPF? What They Don't Tell You About Skin Care
Jordyn Kelly
Expert on herding dogs and their training.
Homestead Business
Episode: Thinking About Getting a Herding Dog? WATCH THIS FIRST
Bevin Cohen
Award-winning author and owner of Small House Farm, host of Seeds and Weeds podcast
Small House Farm
Episode: EP:463 Timing is Everything: The Secret to More Powerful Herbal Remedies

Host

Melissa K. Norris
5th generation homesteader, author of The Made-from-Scratch Life, and host focused on simple living and self-sufficiency.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Frontier

    I came upon Back to the Frontier recently. I find it fascinating and have enjoyed all the shows. The finale is next week, but I wish it was a longer series. Your name came up in an article. I just listened to you and Stacey talk about her experience. I love history. I wish it was a longer series. but I’m looking forward to listening to your podcasts now that I’ve found it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BLeeNJ
    United States2 months ago
  • Pioneer Quest

    I just listened to the episode where you shared your experience as a mentor on tv show. It reminded me of a show years ago (2000)called Pioneer Quest: A Real Year in the West. It’s available on Amazon and other platforms. Totally worth watching!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Water Gal Bakes
    United States3 months ago
  • Audio

    Hi PTA team. PLEASE PLEASE fix audio. Often hard to clearly hear Melissa and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SW w/ stories we cant repeat😂
    United States4 months ago
  • Lots of promoting, little info

    I chose this after searching for a podcast on companion planting. I was almost 8 minutes in before she even started talking about the topic, and the next 20 minutes had about 5 minutes of useful info and the other time was spent promoting past episodes. May be useful if you’re listening to the whole series, but for specific topics it was a waste of time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RSoprano75
    United States6 months ago
  • Round table Episode

    I am liking the new round table episodes! Feels like I am sitting around with some friends. I wish they could get through more questions in one episode, but I do like the unstructured chatting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caseadeeya
    United States9 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host's relatability and engaging storytelling are frequently highlighted, making the content accessible and enjoyable.
There are mixed feelings about the integration of religious themes in the content, with some listeners loving the inclusion while others express discomfort.
Listeners appreciate the wealth of information and practical tips offered, particularly in homesteading and self-sufficiency topics.
Many comments emphasize the actionable advice and resourcefulness that the podcast provides for those starting their homesteading journey.

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Throwback: Creating a No-Waste Kitchen w/ Mary's Nest | 484
Q: Can you share a bit of your history?
Mary shares her background growing up in the suburbs of New York, influenced by her parents and their skills in traditional cooking.
Throwback: How to Structure Your Days So You Don't Fall Behind
Q: How do you manage your daily tasks effectively?
Melissa shared strategies about batching activities and preparing meals in advance to avoid overwhelm.
Throwback: How to Structure Your Days So You Don't Fall Behind
Q: Where are you struggling in your homesteading journey?
Tammy expressed challenges in balancing homemade tasks like soap-making and canning with daily distractions.
The Most Overlooked Way to Preserve Food for Months (No Freezer Needed) w/ Sam Knapp
Q: Can you tell us about your farm, Off Beet Farm?
We focus entirely on storage crops for the winter and do most of our sales through a winter-only CSA.
Immunity for Polluters: How New Laws Threaten Your Soil & Food Supply
Q: What's the best way to stay abreast of these bills or these types of things as they come up so that you can try and fight them?
Consumers and farmers should educate themselves about legislation, as there is ample information available, despite the overwhelming nature of news.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pioneering Today Podcast

What is Pioneering Today Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the themes of self-sufficiency and traditional skills, this series encourages a return to basics while providing practical advice for a modern audience. Episodes cover a variety of topics including gardening, canning, after-harvest preservation, and cooking from scratch, as well as raising livestock and utilizing natural remedies. Noteworthy is the seamless blend of personal narratives, expert interviews, and actionable insights, intended to inspire listeners to embrace a simpler, more sustainable lifestyle, regardless of their living environment. The engaging and informative nature of the content, coupled with the host's authentic passion, likely resonates well with those eager to incorporate these old-fashioned skills into the... more

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2. Stacey Loper
3. Will Harris
4. Taylor Henry
5. Tim Ng
6. Charles Mayfield
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8. Jordyn Kelly

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