Stories Told with Morgan Gold

The Truth About Homestead YouTubers

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 09:42:00 +0000

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Be sure to check out Jess's podcast: https://rootsandrefuge.com/podcast-page/

As well as her YouTube Channels!

Roots and Refuge: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsandRefugeFarm

The Farmer's Table: https://www.youtube.com/@The_Farmers_Table

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Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday, we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

Why Farm Influencers Make People Angry

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 01:42:18 +0000

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Erewhon’s Insane Grocery Prices Explained by a Farmer

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 09:01:00 +0000

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Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

We’re Not the Same. Stop Acting Like We Are.

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 08:20:00 +0000

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An Interview with My Wife (It gets weird.)

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 08:58:00 +0000

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Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

Cut Off My Finger, Might Delete Later

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 08:14:00 +0000

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Veronica Merrell and Aaron Burriss Want a Farm

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 08:04:00 +0000

My friends Veronica Merrell (The Merrell Twins) and Aaron Burriss (Aaron Burriss) came to Gold Shaw Farm to stay for a few days and see if farm life was right for them. In today's podcast episode, we discuss their reactions, what they want to do next, and some really random stuff, too. It was a fun conversation!

If you want to learn more about Aaron and Veronica, you should check out their YouTube channels:

The RonRon Channel: youtube.com/ronronfam Aarons Channel: youtube.com/aaronburriss Roni's Channel: youtube.com/merrelltwins Check out my new book, Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos are on Monday and Thursday! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

A Farm Will Not Make You Happy

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000

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White Collar Work vs Farm Work (Things They Don’t Tell You)

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 08:01:00 +0000

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Shout out and thank you to my buddy Jason of @SowtheLand for joining today. Go to tell him Toby Dog says hello. https://sowtheland.com

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The Unthinkable Loss of Molly Murder Mittens

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:02:00 +0000

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If you want your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz

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Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

Why Vermont Hates Outsiders

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:01:00 +0000

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Shout out and thank you to Jonny Wanzer https://linktr.ee/jonnywanzer

All praise to My Buddy Alfred https://www.youtube.com/@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062

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Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

The Problem with Internet Farms (w/ Taylor Lorenz)

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:11:00 +0000

If you want to read Taylor Lorenz's new book, Extremely Online, go here: https://amzn.to/47ZUSTT

If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz

In this riveting episode, we delve into the complexities of showcasing rural life in the digital age with none other than Taylor Lorenz, a seasoned Washington Post reporter with a keen eye on internet culture. We unpack the challenges and nuances of putting your farm online, discussing the balance between maintaining privacy and connecting with a global audience. From social media etiquette to cyber threats, this episode covers ground that is often overlooked but incredibly pertinent for modern farmers looking to expand their reach and impact through online platforms.

Alongside a deep dive into technology's role in farming, we also explore the emotional and philosophical aspects of sharing one's agricultural journey with the world. Our guest sheds light on the potential pitfalls and surprising benefits of integrating one's farm into the digital landscape, providing invaluable insights for anyone grappling with the intersection of traditional farming and social media. Tune in to hear this thought-provoking conversation that's as much about cultivating crops as it is about cultivating a balanced online presence.

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How I Get Stuff Done on the Farm: Organization System

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 09:05:00 +0000

Mastering Farm Organization with ADHD: Tips, Tools, and Life Hacks. Are you struggling with ADHD and find it hard to keep your farm organized? In this must-listen episode, I share my firsthand experience as a farmer in Peacham, Vermont, managing ducks, geese, chickens, cattle, trees, bees, and pigs, all while having ADHD. Discover the game-changing tips, tools, and life hacks I use daily to keep my farm running smoothly. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or new to the game, you'll gain valuable insights that can make your farm life more organized and efficient.

Topics Covered:

Time management techniques for farmers with ADHD
Must-have organizational tools for your barn and fields
How ADHD can be a strength in farm management
Livestock care schedules that work for an ADHD mind

If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz

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The People Stealing the World’s Largest Trees (FARM CRIME)

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0000

If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz

In putting together this episode, several resources were invaluable in my research. But the four most important sources were:

Crimes Against Nature by Karl Jacoby https://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520282292/crimes-against-nature

The Timber Wars Podcast from Oregon Public Broadcasting https://www.opb.org/show/timberwars/

Tree Thieves: Crime and Survival in North America's Woods by Lyndsie Bourgon https://www.amazon.com/Tree-Thieves-Crime-Survival-Americas-ebook/dp/B0995JYLKL

Timber: Toil and Trouble in the Big Woods by Ralph Andrews https://www.amazon.com/Timber-Toil-Trouble-Big-Woods/dp/0887400361

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Empathy and Oliver Anthony

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 09:36:14 +0000

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The Woman Who Took Over the Family Farm

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Kent Family Farm has been operating for eight generations in Central Ohio. Zoe Kent is a millennial who just recently took over the family business. In today's podcast episode, I sat down with Zoe to chat about farm life.

LINKS

Farm with Zoe

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Losing it all on the Homestead: Dan Ohman of theGrassfed Homestead

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 09:05:00 +0000

Imagine moving across the country to start a farm and being confronted with a life-altering change. Would you have the ability to keep going? Our guest, Dan Ohman, did.

LINKS

Grassfed Homestead YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc2ka-aGChwIiX0mEXzfmoA

Grassfed Homestead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CByRt26g5BZ/

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The Return of Gold Shaw Farm

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:21:00 +0000

After a long hiatus, I am back with a new podcast episode. Let me give you a quick update on all the crazy things that have happened on Gold Shaw Farm over the past 12 months.

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Living an Organic Life

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 10:40:37 +0000

Tiffany and her family live on a Florida farm with an insane number of animals. In today's episode, find out how they are trying to live a truly organic life.

LINKS

Our Organic Life YouTube Channel

Our Organic Life Instagram

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Kirsten Lie-Nielsen and Writing on the Farm

Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:09:00 +0000

Kirsten Lie-Nielsen is a homesteader and writer living in Maine. She raises geese, goats and writes books. In this episode, I sat down with Kirsten to learn more about her story.

LINKS

Hostile Valley Farm Instagram

Hostile Valley Farm Website

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Blake Kirby and Daddykirbs Farm

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 09:20:00 +0000

On today's episode, I'm chatting with my buddy Blake Kirby of Daddykirbs Farm. In our conversation, we talk about farming, family and telling your personal story.

LINKS

Daddykirbs Farm YouTube Channel

Daddykirbs Farm Instagram

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The Gold Shaw Farm 2020 Farm Plan

Wed, 05 Feb 2020 09:42:00 +0000

So I've been thinking about our farm plan for 2020 and I'm finally ready to share some of it. Sit down and have a listen.

To see a horrible drawing of the brooder house idea, go here: https://imgur.com/a/sc8Hyru

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Ian Boswell: Cycling, Moving to the Country and Planning Your Future

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 09:04:00 +0000

Ian Boswell is a professional cyclist and former Tour de France competitor. He's also my neighbors here in Peacham, VT. In this episode, I sit down with Ian to talk about his career, his unique plans for the future and what he's looking to do as he tries to develop a newly acquired rural property.

LINKS

A short documentary film about Ian

Ian Boswell's Instagram feed

Ian Boswell's Twitter feed

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Homesteading Together as a Family - Willow Creek Homestead

Wed, 15 Jan 2020 09:20:00 +0000

Trisha, her husband, and four children live together on a homestead in Idaho. They raise their own food and they work together to manage their property. In this episode, I sit down with Trisha to learn how they do it all together.

LINKS

Willow Creek Homestead YouTube Channel

Willow Creek Homestead Instagram Feed

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How We Ended Up with a Farm Dog at Gold Shaw Farm

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 09:18:00 +0000

It's a new year and that means it's storytime! Let me tell you about the year-long saga that ultimately led to us getting a livestock guardian dog on our farm.

To see the Gold Shaw Farm year-end recap, go here: https://youtu.be/7NBgMvDmYjs

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The Incredible Story of the Foxfire Revival Farm

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 09:00:00 +0000

The part of Vermont I live in is home to a number of incredibly talented farmers. One such example of this is my buddy Tom Galinat of Foxfire Revival Farm. On today's episode, I sit down and have a conversation and learn a bit a differnt model of farming that exists right here in Vermont.

LINKS

Watch my YouTube video about Tom's missing cow

Foxfire Revival Farm Website

Foxfire Revival Farm Instagram

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Running a Family Farm with Ben and Andrea Vinson

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:19:00 +0000

Ben and Andrea Vinson run VW Family Farm in Arkansas. Their farm has been in their family for a few generations and the way they manage their farm as a family affair today. In today's episode, I sit down with Ben and Andrea to discuss how they manage their family farm.

LINKS

VW Family Farm YouTube Channel

VW Family Farm Instagram Feed

Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

Big Bear Homestead

Wed, 04 Dec 2019 09:14:00 +0000

Today's episode brings you a conversation I had with Jason and Robyn of the Big Bear Homestead. Jason and Robyn have a 21-acre homestead in Georgie, where we raise pigs, cows (beef and dairy), sheep, chickens, ducks, quail and honeybees. They are great storytellers and they know how to have fun. And their homestead journey has had many twists and turns.

LINKS

Big Bear Homestead YouTube Channel

Big Bear Nation Facebook Group

ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

Starting Over with Mother Udder Farm

Wed, 27 Nov 2019 09:11:00 +0000

Craig and Jessie Olson of Mother Udder Farm lost their entire farm and homestead in one of the most catastrophic wildfires in United States history. Today we're going to hear their story of how they rebuilt.

To learn more about Mother Udder Farm:

Mother Udder Farm YouTube Channel

Mother Udder Farm Instagram Feed

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John Suscovich of Farm Marketing Solutions

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:33:00 +0000

John Suscovich is a farmer from Western Connecticut. He is also the inventor of the the Suscovich Stress-Free Chicken Tractor, one of the most popular designs out there, used by farms across the world, including Gold Shaw Farm. In today's episode, I got the chance to sit down with John and learn his story and gain some valuable insights on starting a farm.

To learn more about John, check out his website: www.farmmarketingsolutions.com

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Getting fit with Lacie and Mike Dickson

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:09:00 +0000

Mike and Lacie Dickson are farmers and homesteaders living in North Carolina. In today's episode, we're talking about homesteading, bodybuilding and living in a yurt.

LINKS

The Fit Farmer - Mike Dickson YouTube Channel

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Stoney Ridge Farmer Josh Draper

Wed, 06 Nov 2019 09:00:00 +0000

Josh Draper, the Stoney Ridge Farmer, is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades. Air Force vet, registered nurse, handyman, farmer...the guy has done it all. On today's podcast, I'm sitting down with Josh to learn more about his farm and homestead.

LINKS

Stoney Ridge Farmer YouTube Channel

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Jill Winger and the Prairie Homestead

Wed, 30 Oct 2019 09:21:00 +0000

For more than a decade, Jill Winger and her husband have lived on a sprawling ranch and homestead in Wyoming. They knew they wanted more than the standard American life. They craved a more meaningful, purpose-driven existence and were determined to not become robots in the rat race. And they craved getting back to the old way of doing things. In today's episode, I got the chance to sit down with Jill face-to-face and learn more about her story.

LINKS

The Prairie Homestead Website

The Old Fashioned on Purpose Podcast

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Off Grid with Doug and Stacy

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 08:40:00 +0000

In today's episode, I'm back from 2019 Homesteaders of America Conference and I'm having a conversation with Doug and Stacy from Off Grid with Doug and Stacy.

LINKS

Off Grid with Doug and Stacy YouTube Channel

Off Grid with Doug and Stacy Instagram

Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

The Gold Shaw Farm Goose Harvest

Wed, 02 Oct 2019 08:13:00 +0000

So we harvested our geese on the farm. Let me tell you the story of how it all went down and what I learned from the experience.

Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

Growing with the Stivers Homestead

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 08:54:00 +0000

Jen and Zach Stivers have a small homestead in Kentucky where they grow and can their own food to the max. I sat down with them to learn their story.

LINKS

Stivers Homestead YouTube Channel

Stivers Instagram Feed

Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

A Pole Barn House atop a Mountain

Wed, 11 Sep 2019 09:04:00 +0000

Don and Natalie Bradner are building an incredible homestead in Northern Virginia. They have found the perfect spot atop a scenic mountain and they are building a pole barn house. In this episode, I sit down with Don to learn about his project.

LINKS

Little Mountain Life

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Buying Land for a Homestead or Farm

Wed, 04 Sep 2019 08:57:00 +0000

When starting a homestead or farm, one of the first things people will think about is what type of land to buy and how much land to buy. I think there are some things that are worth considering before jumping down that rabbit hole.

Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

Building a Homestead in the Desert

Wed, 28 Aug 2019 09:57:00 +0000

Jim and Jess live in the middle of the desert and they are building a sustainable homestead. Between rain catchment, solar arrays and earthbag construction, their homestead is going to be nothing like anything you have ever seen.

LINKS

The Green Dream Project YouTube channel

Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

Raising Bees with Kaylee Richardson

Wed, 21 Aug 2019 09:39:00 +0000

Kaylee Richardson is the proprietor of the Honeystead, a farm and homestead in Virginia that boasts a large honeybee population. For today's episode, I sat down to learn about Kaylee's story and what you should do if you want to start keeping bees.

LINKS

The Honeystead YouTube Channel

The Honeystead Instagram Feed

Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

Life and Death on the Farm

Wed, 14 Aug 2019 09:05:00 +0000

It's time for story from Gold Shaw Farm. On today's episode I reflect on the nature of life and death here on our Vermont duck farm.

LINKS

Ducks Arriving At Gold Shaw Farm: http://bit.ly/2N2byTw

Dealing With Sick Ducks: http://bit.ly/2Z04NnK

Mink Attack: http://bit.ly/2Mg3dfu

DaNelle from Weed 'em and Reap

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 09:11:00 +0000

DaNelle and her family live on a tiny one acre homestead in Phoenix, AZ. Their daily life includes milking goats, gathering eggs, eating fresh fruits and vegetables from their garden and harvesting fish from their pond. Their story is an incredible example of making the best out of your context. DaNelle also runs the popular YouTube channel Weed 'Em and Reap. On today's episode, I sat down with DaNelle and she told me her story.

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Weed 'Em and Reap YouTube Channel

Weed 'Em and Reap Instagram Feed

Natalie Argo and Healing Through Growing

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 09:41:00 +0000

Natalie Argo is a therapist based in Southern California. She is also a devout gardener. In today's episode, I'm having a conversation with Natalie about how growing food can heal people.

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Natalie Argo's YouTube Channel

Natalie Argo's Instagram Feed

Troy McClung of the Red Tool House Farm

Wed, 24 Jul 2019 09:16:00 +0000

Hi, he's homesteader Troy McClung and you might remember him from such YouTube videos as "How you can get more land for less money" and "Pig Insemination." In today's episode of the Gold Shaw Farm Podcast, I sit down with Troy and we talk about finding your homestead on the cheap and balancing a homestead with an off-farm job. There are some great lesson's here.

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Red Tool House YouTube

Troy's Podcast

How We Ended Up at Gold Shaw Farm

Wed, 17 Jul 2019 09:03:00 +0000

Sit back, gentle listener, while I tell you a tale. Here's the story of how we ended up at our amazing farm in Peacham, VT. It was not a straight road to get here. There were quite a few twists and turns.

Growing Christmas Trees with Emmet Van Driesche

Wed, 10 Jul 2019 08:34:00 +0000

Emmet Van Driesche is a Christmas tree farmer, spoonmaker and writer living in Western Massachusetts. Emmet recently wrote about about starting a farm and it offers some unique and interesting insights. In today's episode, I sit down with Emmet and we discuss starting a farm, the things people don't think about when starting a farm and Emmet's own personal journey into a unique form of agriculture.

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Buy Emmet's book, Carving Out a Living on the Land

Emmet Van Driesche's Instagram Feed

Jason Smith of Cog Hill Farm

Wed, 03 Jul 2019 09:20:00 +0000

Today, I'm talking to Jason Smith of Cog Hill Farm. Jason has a small farm and homestead in Alabama. Whether it's gardening, raising chickens, goats, or pigs, Jason does it all. And he also has a ton of fun doing it!

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Cog Hill Farm YouTube Channel

Cog Hill Farm Instagram Feed

Justin Rhodes of Abundant Permaculture

Wed, 26 Jun 2019 08:58:00 +0000

A few years back, when I was a guy living in Washington, DC and dreaming of someday starting a farm, Justin Rhodes's content was one of the things that fed my interests and inspired me to take some steps to change my life. Whether it was the Permaculture Chicken documentary or the countless hours of watching his YouTube channel, the journey that Justin and his family have been on really motivated me to get up off the couch and start making some changes in my life. On today's episode, I sit down with Justin to learn more about how he got started and hear his advice for those who want to start on a similar path.

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Justin Rhodes's YouTube Channel

AbundantPermaculture.com

Ethan and Sarah are 180 Degrees from Average

Wed, 19 Jun 2019 08:15:00 +0000

My friends Ethan and Sarah came to the conclusion that spending time as a family was important. In fact, they realized that it was so important that they made some major life changes to bring their lifestyle in-line with their values. I sat down with them to learn about how they make it all work and what they want to do next.

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180 Degrees From Average Youtube Channel

180 Degrees From Average Instagram Feed

From video game developer to homesteader - Jason Kaplan

Wed, 12 Jun 2019 08:17:00 +0000

My buddy Jason used to be a video game developer. Then he left that life behind to start a homestead on a plot of land in Middle-of-nowhere, Canada. On today's episode of the podcast, I talk to Jason about how he ended up doing what he's doing, some of the challenges he's faced and how he was able to move to his homestead in his early 30s.

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Start from Seed Youtube Channel

Start from Seed Instagram Feed

A Sustainable Vermont Farm - Cross Farm

Wed, 05 Jun 2019 08:22:00 +0000

On today's episode, I'm hanging out with my friends Zach and Rachael of Cross Farm in Barnet, VT. Our face-to-face conversation covers topics such as dealing with predators, the challenges of starting a small farm, what makes a successful Farmers Market and what life is like in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.

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Cross Farm Instagram Feed

Cross Farm Facebook Page

Peacham Farmers Market Website

Scott Hebert of Flavourful Farms

Wed, 29 May 2019 08:27:00 +0000

Scott Hebert is a full-time farmer based in British Columbia. Scott's farm is both small AND profitable. And he's a really interesting dude to talk to. My conversation with Scott covered a wide range of topics including MMA, dealing with negative feedback, stoicism and why he only grows four crops.

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Scott Hebert's YouTube Channel

Flavourful Farms Instagram Feed

Liz Zorab's Welsh Country Garden

Wed, 22 May 2019 08:37:32 +0000

After health problems motivated her to make some major life changes, Liz Zorab has worked hard to establish a highly productive homestead in the Welsh countryside. In my conversation with Liz, we discuss gardening, making major life changes, planning for the future and the best way to feed your family with mostly homegrown food.

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Liz Zorab's YouTube Channel

Liz Zorab's Website

The Citystead, a homestead in the city

Wed, 15 May 2019 08:56:00 +0000

Joshua De Yonker runs the Citystead, an urban backyard that was transformed into a homestead garden and greenhouse. Josh really shows you that you can accomplish some amazing things in a very small space.

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The Citystead YouTube Channel

Diego Footer and Running a Smart Farm Business

Wed, 08 May 2019 08:20:00 +0000

Over the past seven years, Diego Footer has spent a lot of time interviewing people about farming, permaculture and growing food. His influential podcasts such as Permaculture Voices, Grassfed Life and Farm Small, Farm Smart, have served as education and motivation for countless farmers and wannabe farmers. On today’s podcast, I turn the table on Diego to learn more about him and his story. And along the way, there are some tremendous insights and advice on what it takes to be a farmer.

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Farm Small, Farm Smart Podcast

Vegan Millennial Homesteaders - The Sunshine Farm

Wed, 01 May 2019 08:08:00 +0000

In today's episode, I had a chance to sit down with Jenn Ward of the Sunshine Farm. Jenn and her husband Chris are plant-based homesteading millennials living on a small hobby farm in Upstate New York. In my conversation with Jenn we discussed why she and her husband live the way they do, how they got started and what it is like to balance homesteading with grad school.

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The Sunshine Farm Website

The Sunshine Farm YouTube Channel

The Sunshine Farm Instagram Feed

The New Farm with Brent Preston

Wed, 24 Apr 2019 08:40:00 +0000

Brent Preston, along with his wife Gillian, were urban professionals who moved to a remote part of Ontario and started a farm, The New Farm. In their early years, they struggled, but somewhere along the way, they stumbled a model for how to succeed at the business of farming. The story is one about a small, sustainable, organic farm that ended up providing not just a livelihood, but a happy, meaningful and fulfilling way of life. In this episode, I sat down with Brent to learn more about his story.

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Buy the book, The New Farm

Learn more about the farm, The New Farm

Overcoming Adversity Through Homesteading - Wholesome Roots

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 09:10:00 +0000

Our guest this episode is Rose Duncan of Wholesome Roots. Rose and I had a great conversation all about homesteading in the face of adversity. I have learned a ton from Rose's approach. And what she has been able to achieve is inspiring.

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Wholesome Roots YouTube Channel

Wholesome Roots Instagram Feed

You Can't Eat the Grass, but you can start a farm

Wed, 10 Apr 2019 08:24:00 +0000

Today I'm talking to Serina Nell of You Can't Eat the Grass. Serina and her husband Ian have been on a journey to make some changes in their lives. And their most recent change has been to start a farm in Kelowna, BC.

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You Can't Eat the Grass YouTube Channel

You Can't Eat the Grass Vlog

You Can't Eat the Grass Instagram Feed

Starting a Vegetable Farm - Sattin Hill Farm

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 08:38:00 +0000

Starting a farm is hard work. But it can be a path to doing work that matters. In today's episode of the Gold Shaw Farm Podcast, our guest will be Josh Sattin of Sattin Hill Farm. Josh is a market gardener who has just started his second full season of growing. In that time he has learned a lot of lessons. He shares those lessons with us today.

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Sattin Hill Farm Instagram Feed

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An Epic Road Trip That Saved A Family - The Hollar Homestead

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 08:08:00 +0000

Ben and Meg Hollar traveled the country for nearly a year, visiting 45 states and driving more than 25,000 miles. Their goal was to find a new home. But what they found along the way was so much more than that. In today's episode of the Gold Shaw Farm Podcast, our guest will be Ben and Meg of the Hollar Homestead.

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The Hollar Homestead YouTube Channel

The Hollar Homestead Instagram Feed

The Hollar Homestead Website

Sow the Land

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Roughly 10 year ago, Jason Contreras got some scary news. He learned that he had cancer. In today's show, I'm sitting down with Jason to learn about how he dealt with that situation and what extreme steps it ultimately led him and his family to take. There are many reasons to start homesteading and Jason of Sow the Land might have the best one.

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Visit the Sow the Land website

Listen to the Sow the Land podcast

Watch the Sow the Land YouTube channel

Send us mail at: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

White House on the Hill

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 13:49:00 +0000

Jake and Becky Grzenda have a homestead in Missouri. They also have two young children, 70 chickens, 10 ducks, six turkeys, two peafowl, an emu named Bamboo and rapidly growing YouTube channel. How do they balance it all and why do they do it? I sat down with them the other day to learn about how White House on the Hill started and where they are ultimately headed.

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Go here to watch White House on the Hill's videos.

Roots and Refuge Farm

Sun, 17 Mar 2019 13:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, my guest is Jessica Sowards of Roots and Refuge Farm. Jess and her husband, Jeremiah, have a little farm and a big family in Arkansas. And their garden will blow your mind. My conversation with Jess covers a wide range of topics, from gardening and homesteading to family and faith. We also discuss how to be friends with somebody who has a worldview that is radically different than your own.

Roots and Refuge Farm YouTube Channel

An Introduction to the Gold Shaw Farm Podcast

Sat, 16 Mar 2019 18:39:50 +0000

Welcome to Gold Shaw Farm. Each episode we share stories about homesteading, farming and following your dreams. We offer honest conversations with people who are living life on their own terms and having a closer connection to the food that they consume and the world that they live in. If you want to start a homestead, build a farm or escape the rat race, our podcast offers the inspiration, motivation and tips that can help you achieve your dreams.

If you want to get a really quick sense of what our podcast is all about, please give this one a listen. And then listen to the next. And then the next one after that. And then become a subscriber. And then start rating our podcast. And then start writing glowing reviews of our podcast. And then start sharing the podcast with friends and family on social media. And then quit your day job and start a homestead of your own. Trust us. The world will be a better place if you do all of this stuff. ; )