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Mother Earth News and Friends

MOTHER EARTH NEWS NETWORK

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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54:42

Keep Going and Growing Throughout the Decades Audio...

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2026/02/19

Listen as long-time gardener and homesteader Ed Block shares practical wisdom on adapting self-reliance practices for the "golden years" by using lighter tools and efficient systems. Through a blend of personal anecdotes and expert tips, he discusses the importance of planning, community, and "working smarter" to maintain a thriving, artistic landscape at any age. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/

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21:15

Understanding Egg Development

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2026/02/05

This podcast episode brought to you by Brinsea features Betsy Trice, a poultry expert and farmer, who details the biological journey of a chick from egg anatomy to the final "pipping" and hatching process . She also shares practical insights into managing a small-scale farm, including breed selection for high-production egg layers and the benefits of raising hardier meat birds like Freedom Rangers . More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/

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41:21

Herbs for Sleep, Stress, and Sobriety

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2026/01/22

Managing Editor Amanda Sorell joins the podcast to read her article on how specific plants like lemon balm, hops, and kava can support stress relief, better sleep, and sobriety. She shares personal anecdotes and practical advice on preparing teas and tinctures, emphasizing a "casual practitioner" approach to herbalism that focuses on gaining deep knowledge of a few key plant allies. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/

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09:21

How to Cook on a Woodburning Cookstove

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2026/01/15

In this audio article episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, join us as we explores the practical joys and challenges of using a traditional woodburning cookstove to achieve off-grid self-reliance in the modern age. Wren Everett's article teaches essential techniques for fire management, fuel selection, and wood-fired baking, proving that this 19th-century skill remains a powerful tool for independence today. More from Mother Earth News and Friends

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42:16

Biomimicry and Soil Health

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2026/01/01

In this episode brought to you by Homesteaders of Iowa (HOI), host Josh Wilder and Ana Skemp sit down with David Ford, a researcher, homesteader, and keynote at the upcoming HOI Expo and Midwest Conference who shares his journey of restoring degraded Iowa farmland using the principles of biomimicry. The conversation explores the vital role of mycorrhizal fungi in soil health, the importance of nutrient-dense food security, and how emulating nature's solutions can lead to a more resilient homestead

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24:04

The Useful Goat, December 2025

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/12/18

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15:20

2025 Editorial Roundup

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/12/04

This episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast features an annual editorial roundup where editors from Mother Earth News and Grit magazines share their favorite, most surprising, and most inspiring articles from 2025. The editors discuss a diverse range of topics, including food preservation techniques like freeze-drying, sustainable gardening and habitat restoration, DIY skills such as roof thatching, winter foraging, and the importance of protecting wildlife habitats. More from Mother

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48:10

Appreciating Herbs with Rosemary Gladstar

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/11/20

This episode of Mother Earth News and Friends features a conversation with Rosemary Gladstar, an acclaimed herbalist and author often called the "godmother of modern herbalism." She discusses the history of herbalism, the importance of reconnecting children with nature and plants, and provides guidance on sustainable harvesting and sourcing herbs. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/

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23:16

Approachable Plant-based Nutrition with Tig Notaro

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/11/13

Comedian Tig Notaro joins the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast to share the story of her dedicated transition to a plant-based lifestyle following a series of health crises, a journey that led her to pursue a plant-based nutrition certification. She discusses the surprising health benefits she experienced, how she approaches nutrition with her family, and the importance of finding your personal motivation ("North Star") for making major lifestyle changes, all delivered with her trademark

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32:33

Co-existing with Urban and Suburban Wildlife

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2025/11/06

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33:59

Growing in Deep Winter

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/10/23

This episode of Mother Earth News features an interview with Shelby Lucero from Growing Spaces about four-season gardening, even in challenging climates like Colorado. Shelby explains how the structures like their geodesic dome greenhouses which enable strength, combined with passive solar technologies like a thermal mass pond and under-soil ventilation, creates an energy-efficient, year-round growing environment. This episode was sponsored by Growing Spaces More from Mother Earth News and Friends

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37:13

Prepping Your Flock for Severe Weather

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/10/09

Get ahead of the cold as poultry keeper and Mother Earth News Editor Audra Trosper shares practical tips for weatherproofing your coop from fall through spring, including balancing ventilation and insulation. Plus, learn why breeds like Silkies and Frizzles are at high risk in cold weather and how to prevent common issues like frostbite and bumblefoot. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/

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17:44

How to Freeze Dry Food at Home

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/09/18

Join Alayna McDonald as she explains how she left her career in logistics to become a single-income, urban homesteader and how food preservation, specifically freeze-drying, has helped her save money. She delves into the technical process of freeze-drying, outlines the financial considerations of owning a freeze dryer, and shares her favorite freeze-dried foods, including a strange but successful zucchini bread mix. The episode is a great resource for anyone interested in homesteading, food

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35:16

Preparing Your Chickens for Autumn

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/09/11

This podcast episode of Mother Earth News and Friends features chicken experts Holly Callahan-Kasmala and Chrisie DiCarlo of Coffee with the Chicken Ladies. They discuss essential tips for fall chicken care, from preparing coops for colder weather to understanding the natural molting process. The conversation aims to help both new and experienced chicken keepers ensure their flocks stay healthy and happy as the seasons change, all while sharing personal anecdotes and a laugh over endless cups of

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33:05

Gardening in the Fall with Farmer Nick

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/08/28

ive into the secrets of successful fall gardening with plant coach and urban gardener Nick Cutsumpas, also known as "Farmer Nick," as he shares his insights on preparing for winter and cultivating a thriving, low-impact garden. Learn how to protect your plants from frost, use natural resources like fallen leaves, and set yourself up for a bountiful harvest year after year. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles

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50:07

Make It Yourself with Jimmy DiResta

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/08/21

Learn with Jimmy DiResta in this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends to build with confidence and transform every project from a simple sandwich to a complex workshop into a creative opportunity. We discuss everything from the evolution of his workshops and property to growing pawpaw trees and making everything from knives to chicken coops. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Store

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31:24

Raising Quail for Meat and Eggs

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/08/14

Eric Stromberg shares the key benefits of raising quail, such as their small size, low noise, and prolific egg-laying capabilities. The conversation also covers topics like housing, feeding, and the process of raising quail for both meat and eggs. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Store https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/motherearthnewsmag 🌳 TikTok

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33:36

Control Pests Naturally

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/07/31

Delve into sustainable pest control and soil health in this episode of the Mother Earth News and Friends podcast with J.B. Williams, a chemical engineer. Williams shares insights on using natural, essential-oil based products as alternatives to synthetic chemicals, emphasizing their safety and effectiveness. More from Mother Earth News and Friends 🌳 Podcasts https://www.motherearthnews.com/Podcast/ 🌳 Articles https://www.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Store https://store.motherearthnews.com/ 🌳 Instagram

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32:44

Bloom Where You're Planted

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/07/18

In her audio article and subsequent discussion, author Amanda Sorell encourages renters to embrace gardening wherever they are, regardless of their living situation. She shares practical tips for creating a movable garden, emphasizing the importance of salvaging materials, starting small, and planting both annuals and perennials in containers to maximize mobility and yield. Sorrell also highlights the value of learning from plants, other people, and the community, suggesting that gardening can be a

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29:25

Dogs Guarding Livestock

Mother Earth News and Friends ·

2025/07/17

On this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, Catherine O'Brien, an AKC Bronze Breeder of Merit, discusses with Kenny Coogan the unique temperament, intelligence, and care of Anatolian Shepherd Dogs, highlighting their role as effective livestock guardians. She shares insights on breeding for instinct and sound temperament, as well as practical advice for new owners on training and integrating these powerful dogs into a farm environment

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