Episodes
Through total exhaustion and jetlag, I share the beauty of praising and uplifting homestead women.  Podcast Links Become a Sponsor: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/podcast-sponsor Women's Homestead Society Episode: https://bit.ly/WHSepisode Sophia Eng's Episode: https://bit.ly/sophiasepisode Nourishing Asian Diet: https://amzn.to/3UjWstF Rachel Hester's Episode: https://bit.ly/rachelhesterepisode The Homestead Sheep Dairy: https://amzn.to/3JFKGVx   Find Kody Website:...
Published 04/30/24
Published 04/30/24
Roxy Kilmer from Simply Seeded and author of new children's book, Be You. Roxy is a fellow homesteader who teaches you to grow where you are planted! Find Roxy Website: https://www.simplyseeded.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyseededtoo Book Be You: https://amzn.to/44dVCmJ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum: www.homesteadsciencecurriculum.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/homestead_education Join a Community of Homestead Parents:...
Published 04/23/24
My goal was to teach self-sufficiency skills to the next generation, but it has also been laid upon my heart to teach parents how to instill in their kids a desire for self-sufficiency. I would like to tell you some of my story of an honest homestead mom. Episode Links: Hanner Homestead: [email protected] Hillsider Magazine (available until 4/22/2024): https://thehillsidemarket.com/collections/hillsider-library/products/spring-edition-24?sca_ref=5214991.61SYL0S1cP Homesteading Kids...
Published 04/16/24
Raising boys often makes us question why in the world they were designed the way they were. But as Durenda Wilson, author of Raising Boys to Men, so hilariously puts it, stupidity is not sustainable. Meaning there is hope for these rambunctious little guys who have blessed our lives! Find Durenda: Website: www.durendawilson.com Get her book, Raising Boys to Men: https://amzn.to/3J9tlnR Find Kody: Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum: www.homesteadsciencecurriculum.com Instagram:...
Published 04/09/24
Dale Cox is a food scientist who has developed several science curriculums on food science and then also on physics through the use of Legos. He has an interesting story about how he pursued a career in food science, and we discuss the merits of food education for our youth. Dale's Links: Website: https://edible-knowledge.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authordalewcox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edible_knowledge/ Kody's Links: Farm 2 Table Direct Show:...
Published 04/02/24
Get an introduction to backyard chickens with Dalia Monterroso, the self-proclaimed President of Chickenlandia. Dalia has a popular YouTube channel (Welcome to Chickenlandia), a podcast (Bawk Tawk), a chicken course, and a couple of chicken books out there to share her knowledge with you. Podcast Links Website: www.welcometochickenlandia.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WelcometoChickenlandia Podcast: https://welcometochickenlandia.com/welcome-to-the-podcast/ Dalia's Book, Let's All Keep...
Published 03/26/24
Unschooling is a homeschooling method that is rapidly growing in popularity, especially within the homestead community. Diana Peterson from Radically Unschooling shares how kids will rise to embrace their own learning when given the opportunity. However, the key to successful unschooling is learning how to unschool ourselves.  Episode Links Find Diana: www.instagram.com/radically.unschooling Unschooling to University: https://amzn.to/4a18Aqe Homestead Education Planner Pages:...
Published 03/19/24
Laura Millat from The Girly Homesteader Podcast shares her story of becoming a homesteader when she felt like she didn't fit any of the molds.  While she navigates her journey, she jokes about homestead scout badges and has put together a beautiful and useful planner that you can get for 15% off with code KODY15. Show Links Laura's Website: www.thegirlyhomesteader.com Bug Bite Thing: https://amzn.to/49Ur2AQ Kody's Links: Homestead...
Published 03/12/24
Jen Roberts from Farm Fresh Family gives insight into why so many of us have been called to the homestead life. Jen has an amazing and inspirational story about becoming a gluten-free homesteading family. Check out Jen's Gluten-Free Cook, and don't miss her second one launching this week! Find Jen: Website: www.farmfreshfamilyfl.com IG: www.instagram.com/farmfreshfamily Gluten Alert Dog Training: www.instagram.com/oakleighsnoseknows Book suggestion, Energy Bus: https://amzn.to/3V38RnS Book...
Published 03/05/24
I can't believe I recorded the 100th episode of The Homestead Education Podcast! I have shared so much with you, had so many amazing guests, and been through so many ups and downs. Tune into today's episodes to hear where we've been and where we are going! Episode Links: Homestead Business: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homestead-business Local Food Worksheet: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/local-food Speaking Schedule: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/events Homestead Curriculum:...
Published 02/20/24
We are pumping our bodies with synthetic vitamins in an effort to get healthy. Why not use what nature has given us? I'm referring to organ meat. Before you run away gagging, James Berry from Pluck Seasoning is on the podcast today to tell us all about using freeze-dried organ meats in our food. Get 20% off with code: KODY20 Podcast Links: Pluck Seasonings Website: https://eatpluck.com/ Comfort Crisis Book: https://amzn.to/3IhUa8Z Find...
Published 02/13/24
Homesteading and entrepreneurship have a symbiotic relationship in that we make our own schedules and are always seeking new adventures. Janet Garman from Timbercreek Farm and Sawdust Publishing shares the joys and pitfalls of owning a business while homesteading and why we make those choices.   Find Janet Timber Creek Farmer: https://www.timbercreekfarmer.com/ Sawdust Publishing: https://sawdustpublishing.com/ Hope For Homesteaders: https://hopeforhomesteadersfoundation.com/ Find...
Published 02/06/24
Learn about seen starting procedure and timing with Jason Spahr from Survival Garden Seeds. Jason also shares the benefits of Survival Garden seeds and the benefits of their site. Get 20% off Survival Garden Seed Packs: https://survivalgardenseeds.com/?ref=KODY10 Enter to Win the Homestead Survival Pack before 2/11/2024: https://survivalgardenseeds.com/pages/homestead-education-contest?ref=KODY10 Find Kody:  Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum: www.homesteadsciencecurriculum.com
Published 01/30/24
We always feel like we have to stick to the plan or tough it out with homeschool curriculum. Christine Weller from Schoolhouse Teachers joins us today to chat about when it's ok to pivot and make those changes in your homeschool. We talk about different learning styles and meeting the needs of each of your children.  Take a minute to check out Schoolhouse Teachers: www.schoolhouesteachers.com And feel free to reach out to Christine directly at: [email protected] Find...
Published 01/23/24
This is the rawest conversation I will hopefully ever share with you. At the same time, I hope that you take this information to help you and your family grow and build your own homestead education. Links Homestead Bundle: https://thehillsidemarket.com/pages/ultimate-homesteading-package?sca_ref=5214991.61SYL0S1cP The Worst Hard Times: https://amzn.to/4b2OMnh Little House on The Prarie Series: https://amzn.to/3vGuyiT Four Agreements: https://amzn.to/4b0KRY4 Find Kody: Website:...
Published 01/16/24
Homesteads follow an agrarian schedule to meet the needs of the seasons and the market. Learn how I plan my homestead by month and tips for a successful year every year. Don't forget to check out the Ultimate Homestead Bundle before Jan. 21, 2024! Episode Links Ultimate Homestead Bundle: https://thehillsidemarket.com/pages/ultimate-homesteading-package?sca_ref=5214991.61SYL0S1cP Homestead Planner Book: https://amzn.to/3NY1qtA Seed Starting Site: www.garden.org Free Homestead Guides:...
Published 01/10/24
Making money on your homestead helps offset your living costs but can also help keep you or your spouse home with the family. However, sometimes, it is hard to wade through food and agriculture regulations! I break it down for you by product type and where to find information for your state.   Episode Links: How to Start a Homestead Business: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homestead-business/ Survival Waitlist: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/survival   Find Kody Website:...
Published 01/04/24
Homesteads are a year-round job, but you have to reset at some point in your agrarian schedule. Learn how I reground for the year on my homestead, for my business, and our homeschool. There are a ton of links, so browse them for some handy tips! Links: Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com PNW Pigs: www.hannerhomestead.com Survival Course: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/survival Prepper Planner: https://amzn.to/3GVxbzw Frixion Pens: https://amzn.to/3GVmEVh Homestead Business Coaching:...
Published 12/26/23
I like to "slow down" for the winter. Although that usually means that I am reading, baking, and creating more. So call it what you will. Either way, in this episode, I share many of the books I read this year and which are waiting in the queue. Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com PNW Pork: www.hannerhomestead.com Good Reads Profile: www.goodreads.com/kodyhanner Books for Homestead Kids Blog: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/what-are-my-homestead-kids-reading/ Amazon Storefront:...
Published 12/19/23
Here is a recap of the co-op survival course I taught this semester. For co-ops or your homeschool classroom, encourage the kids to get their hands dirty and push outside their comfort zone! Kody's Show Links Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com PNW Pork: [email protected] Survival Waitlist: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/survival/ YouTube Heifer Video: https://youtu.be/wgRITGLus04https://youtu.be/7sURdFvZcwg?si=5USoA4eVdDbNaeJo Homesteaders Guide to...
Published 12/12/23
Planning and starting a homestead can feel incredibly overwhelming, even for those who live a rural life already. Join me for an insightful conversation with my friend and business manager, Hailey Patterson, as we discuss her fears and roadblocks to starting a family homestead.  Find Hailey Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100035743236008 Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hai.ray25/   TikTok- https://www.tiktok.com/@rayleyhai   Kody's Show Links Website:...
Published 12/05/23
Karen Morris from "Are You Prepared, Mama?" shares about her journey to a year without the grocery store and what that can mean for you. Find Karen Website: www.areyourpreparedmama.com A Year Without The Grocery Store: https://amzn.to/46tS3bG Workbook: https://amzn.to/49VLEZx Prepared Planner: https://amzn.to/3SVsNYJ Our favorite Frixion Pens: https://amzn.to/47F2KcY Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum: www.homesteadsciencecurriculum.com
Published 11/28/23
If you have ever considered sign language as a second language or wanted to teach it in your homeschool, Larry Leonard from the American Sign Language Center has an option for you. Larry tells an interesting story of his life immersed in the deaf community, and how that has formed him into the teacher he is today. Find Larry Leonard https://americansignlanguagecenter.com/ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/homestead_education Facebook:...
Published 11/21/23
After trucking my family across the country to conference after conference this year, my six-year-old made quite a name for himself. Because of that, I thought it would be fun to interview him similarly to many of my other guests to see what he might have to say. Enjoy "What did Wade say?" Find Kody: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Links from today's episode: Let's Talk About Lard YouTube: https://youtu.be/ATKkw1_x9w4 Spokane Spices: https://bit.ly/spokanespice The Modern Homesteading Podcast:...
Published 11/14/23