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The Rustic Spirits Podcast

Regan and Kirsty Perry

Welcome to The Rustic Spirits Podcast — where Regan and Kirsty share real conversations about homesteading, off-grid living, and building a life grounded in purpose, resilience, and regeneration. From their 150-acre bush block in south-east Queensland, they dive into the wins, the mistakes, and the mindset shifts that come with creating a self-sufficient life from scratch. Whether you’re living off-grid, dreaming of it, or just curious about a slower, simpler way of life — this is the podcast for

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01:16:19

Paper Straws vs Carbon Credits

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2026/02/18

On this episode of the Rustic Spirits Podcast we discuss the Climate Agenda - is man-made climate change both real and disastrous? What is the individual obligation when it comes to protecting the plant, and how do we reconcile it with mining, manufacturing and other industries who seem to not give a crap about the tonnes of waste and pollution they're creating. Let alone our neighbouring countries who share the same atmosphere as us!SHOW NOTES AND RESEARCHLuddites (textile machinery protestors)

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01:26:07

Think Solar + Battery Puts You in Control? Think Again!

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2026/02/06

In this week's episode on the Rustic Spirits Podcast, Regan and Kirsty are talking Solar Power - does it really give you control and greater freedom (as well as saving some dollars in the long run)? Or have the government been sneaking in rules, regulations and technology that makes that brand new solar and battery system you just put on your house.. essentially half theirs. At least that's how it might feel if you don't read the fine print.

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01:42:40

Uncertain Times Ahead? Why we're taking steps now to...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2026/01/29

Regan & Kirsty discuss a homesteader's perspective on being prepared, given the uncertain times we're living in.Get extra 5% off sidewide through our BLUETTI partnership. Use code【RSH5%】https://bit.ly/rustic_spirits_bluettiUse code【RSH10%】 to get an extra 10% off on Apex 300 series.Stay Connected - Rustic Spirits Email List:https://bit.ly/rustic_spirits_email_list Check out our Patreon and join the Rustic Community:https://patreon.com/c/rusticspiritscoSHOW NOTES: Channels/Videos

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01:06:16

Free Speech Under Fire

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2026/01/29

It’s fair to say we’re living in some of the most unsettling times this nation has ever experienced and so it should come as no surprise that new speech laws being proposed by the current government are equally as unsettling. In this episode, Regan & Kirsty talk through the new hate speech laws and gun reforms being proposed by the Albanese government and how they might affect everyday ordinary Australians who simply dare to exercise a little free thinking. Resources mentioned in this episode:2

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01:36:59

Homesteading & Homeschooling | What do our kids...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2026/01/09

In this episode of the Rustic Spirits Podcast, our kids have joined us for the first time to talk about their experiences of moving from city life to country living, what it's like to grow up on a farm, homeschooling and a little bit of everything in between.There's a lot of backstory in this episode, and some context about how we navigated this journey. Our hope is that you will gain insights from our children's experience (and our own) that will help you in your own homesteading

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01:09:10

Put your Homesteading journey on YouTube, they...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2026/01/01

Welcome to a very special Rustic Spirits podcast episode, recorded live from Hayes Homestead with Tobias and Dani. We're chatting about their homesteading journey, what inspired them to buy property and some behind the scenes realities of putting your life and homestead on YouTube. Homesteading in Australia is different to anywhere else in the world, so it's always an awesome opportunity when you get to talk with likeminded people and build community with others who are experiencing similar

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01:40:45

Knee-jerk reaction to gun laws in the wake of the...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/12/19

It's been a hell of a week for Australians and we need to talk about it. Not just because the Bondi terrorist attack is going to have direct effect on homesteaders and rural landowners, but because we actually need to talk about this. The popular idea being forced by the media and government that conversation needs to be curtailed is exactly what's hurting this country and we feel that it's time we lend our voices to it. No matter how you feel about firearms and their legitimacy, we can

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01:01:39

Everything you want to do is against the rules

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/12/12

Welcome back to the Rustic Spirits Podcast Season 2! We are well back into the swing of things with a livestream last week (you can watch the replay here on the youTube channel) and an all new podcast 'studio' space. In this episode we're talking bureaucracy, red tape, government over-reach and all the things that are set against you when you try to live any kind of different or alternative lifestyle.Half the workforce relies on Government?"more than 30% of the work force is now

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01:36:16

Your Australian Homesteading Questions Answered (Part 2)

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/09/25

We nearly had to go three episodes for this season wrap up Q&A - there were just SO many good questions sent through. In this episode we answer your pressing homesteading questions like; How to set up Off-Grid Solar when you're on the grid, What gear would you buy to start a homesteading Youtube channel, Would we ever host people on our property, How would you homestead if you had little kids.... and so many more.

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01:38:41

19. Your Australian Homesteading Questions Answered

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/09/12

Well folks, as we wind down closer to the end of the first season of the Rustic Spirits Homestead Podcast, as promised, we've left the last two episodes for your questions to be answered. We asked, and you delivered, and you did not disappoint. We answer some of the toughest questions we've had on this podcast, everything from what solar system we would recommend now, to how to manage your money on a homestead, what do we think of digital ID, and are we just a shill for AI companies since we

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01:00:33

18. ONE YEAR IN - Have Our Reasons for Homesteading...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/09/04

In this episode, Regan & Kirsty talk about the "why" behind their Homestead - their goals and aspirations, and how the world we live in today is shaping (or reshaping) some of those motivations. We talk about what it really means to go into homesteading with a true picture of your finances and how you'll fund this dream as well as what it means to stay connected in meaningful ways to the people that matter most in your world.

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01:15:02

Rise of the Machines? How to Build RESILIENCE in...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/08/14

It feels like all anyone is talking about at the moment is the dawn of the A.I era - but what does it really mean for most of us? In this episode we reflect on some key talks that have inspired us to think about resilience in new ways as we head into what may be a tumultuous few years ahead. Homesteaders have a unique perspective on preparedness - it's not quite "prepper" but it certainly stands us in better stead than most when systems let us down. Mo Gawdat on Diary of a CEO:

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01:13:45

Homeschooling & Homesteading - This Was the Best...

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/08/07

In this episode we tell the story of how we found out that our eldest child was being severely bullied in school and how that led our family to consider other forms of schooling, and eventually homeschooling all three of them through to the end of high-school. The challenges and the rewards and how it taught us to view the world of education through a relationship-first approach to education.TED TalksHackschooling makes me happy | Logan LaPlante |

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01:00:14

MICROPLASTICS - Do We Really Eat a Credit Card a Week?!

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/07/30

In this episode, we dive headfirst into some recent revelations we've had about microplastics, why we thought we were actually doing ok with it all, and why it's important to pay attention when you get complacent about this. As a generation who have grown up not question the products we use or how we use them, this was another layer peeled back for us as to why we need to pay attention to what products we use in our everyday life and how it affects our health and wellbeing. Of course, we

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01:04:36

Life Lessons from a Travelling Toy Maker

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/07/28

In this episode, we’re chatting with our long-time friend and fascinating character, Tim Schloss of Schloss Toys.Tim is a wood-worker, toy maker, furniture maker and learner architect who is a champion of lost trades, artisan culture and passing along skills to the next generation.He travels Australia visiting medieval festivals and lost-trades fairs, meeting other like minded artisans who are keeping lost trades alive.Tim has personally impacted us in how we view products, how to purchase items

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00:46:21

How to Stay Married While Homesteading

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/07/16

In this episode we talk about the intricacies of relationships while Homesteading - with your partner, your children and others in your world. If you've already started your Homestead, or are thinking of jumping into the homestead world in the future, this episode is recorded with you in mind!StrengthsFinderhttps://high5test.com/cliftonstrengths-free/Enneagramhttps://www.eclecticenergies.com/enneagram/test

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00:51:19

Are you really Homesteading if You're not on LAND?

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/07/03

This week we’re talking Urban Homesteading and why it doesn’t have to be the case that you own or live on acreage before you start homesteading. In fact you may never occupy a large block and land, and that shouldn’t stop you from pursuing a life of meaning and fulfilment through simplicity and self-sufficiency.Links: https://www.ourcow.com.au/https://www.farmerbutcher.com.au/https://www.goodness.com.au/https://www.tiktok.com/@claudia.bryant/video/7519443646828055815

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01:19:21

Preparing for any Crisis - Homestead edition

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/06/25

In this conversation we are talking about what it means to be ready (or as ready as you can be) for crises that come your way. We talk about the different kinds of crises we’ve encountered, our experiences making emergency plans and what it’s taught us about how to face potential threats in the future.

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00:59:18

What skills do you REALLY need to start a Homestead?

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/06/18

In our latest episode we unpack the essential skills we think every homesteader needs to get started, and why curiosity keeps our homestead exciting for the future! 🌱 We share practical insights, stories from our own experience of learning in the deep end, and the skills we’re curious to learn next. Perfect for both newbies and seasoned homesteaders!

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01:12:20

What does A.I. Mean for Homesteaders?

The Rustic Spirits Podcast ·

2025/06/13

In this episode of the Rustic Spirits Podcast, we dive into the trending topic of A.I.—not because it’s trending, but because it’s here. We explore what this massive acceleration in technological developments means for those of us striving for a simpler life through sustainability and self-sufficiency, without dismissing new technology outright. Where do you draw the line? And how can the homesteading community best support an increasingly displaced society around them?

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