by Homesteaders of America
Welcome to the OFFICIAL Homesteaders of America podcast! A podcast all about homesteading, gardening, livestock, natural living, and the celebration of this beautiful homesteading lifestyle. We talk about current events, inspiration, the Homesteaders of America conference, the homestead life, and more! Enjoy interviews with some of the nation's top farmers and homesteaders, newbies and experienced homesteaders, and tips and tricks along the way.
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March 26, 2025
<p>In this episode, Kate Tietje, founder of Earthley Wellness, shares her inspiring journey from a mom experimenting with herbal remedies to leading a thriving natural wellness company. Kate shares how her daughter’s health challenges sparked her passion for herbalism, the rapid growth of Earthley, and her commitment to clean, effective products. Discover her top herbal remedies for cold and flu season, favorite herbs like calendula and ginger, and tips for incorporating natural wellness into your life. Whether you're an herbalist, a homesteader, or simply curious about holistic health, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in to learn how Earthley is revolutionizing natural wellness with transparency and education!</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><ul><li><p>Kate’s journey into herbalism, inspired by her daughter’s health challenges</p></li><li><p>How Kate started Earthley Wellness, from blogging to launching her first product</p></li><li><p>Rapid growth of Earthley Wellness and its milestones since 2015</p></li><li><p>Impact of the 2020 pandemic on the demand for natural remedies</p></li><li><p>Incredible testimonials from customers about Earthley’s life-changing products</p></li><li><p>Discussion of Earthley’s top-selling products and how they can help your family: Good Night Lotion, Feel Better Fast, and Elderberry Elixir</p></li><li><p>Challenges faced by Earthley, including FDA scrutiny and media criticism</p></li><li><p>Kate’s self-taught herbalism journey and her favorite educational resources</p></li><li><p>Recommended herbs for cold and flu season: elderberry and mullein</p></li><li><p>Kate’s top two favorite herbs: calendula and ginger, and their versatile uses</p></li><li><p>Earthley’s commitment to clean, additive-free products through the “Revive and Restore Promise”</p></li><li><p>Kate’s book Natural Remedies for Kids and how it can serve your family</p></li><li><p>Closing thoughts on empowering consumers with education and holistic wellness</p></li></ul><p><a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com/e45-empowering-families-with-simple-herbal-wellness-kate-tietje-of-earthley-wellness/"><strong>View full show notes and transcript on the blog</strong></a><strong> + </strong><a href="https://youtu.be/TTtu2w0TFqw"><strong>watch this episode on YouTube</strong></a>.</p><p><strong>Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible!</strong></p><p><a href="http://kubotausa.com"><u>KubotaUSA.com</u></a> | Providing the right equipment to keep us moving, shaping, and growing America's farms, fields, and construction</p><p><a href="https://www.premier1supplies.com/"><u>Premier1Supplies.com</u></a> | Your one-stop shop for a variety of homesteading supplies and expert advice</p><p><strong>ABOUT KATE</strong></p><p>Kate and Ben are parents to 6 children, ranging from 16 years down to 6.5 years. They are a homesteading, homeschooling family who have an extensive garden, including herbs! They love teaching their kids to enjoy and be good stewards of the Earth, on and off the job. </p><p>Kate loves medical freedom, sharing natural remedies, developing real food recipes, and gentle parenting. Her goal is to teach you how to live your life free from Big Pharma, Big Food, and Big Government by learning about herbs, cooking, and sustainable practices. </p><p>Kate is the author of Natural Remedies for Kids and the owner and lead herbalist at Earthley.</p><p><strong>RESOURCES MENTIONED</strong></p><p><a href="https://earthley.com/"><u>Check out Earthley’s many offerings on their website</u></a></p><p>Some best-selling products: <a href="https://earthley.com/products/good-night-lotion"><u>Good Night Lotion</u></a>, <a href="https://earthley.com/products/feel-better-fast"><u>Feel Better Fast</u></a>, <a href="https://earthley.com/products/elderberry-elixir-herbal-extract"><u>Elderberry Elixir</u></a></p><p>Herbalism books and authors:</p><p>- <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/65426.Rosemary_Gladstar"><u>Books by Rosemary Gladstar</u></a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/425697.Wise_Woman_Herbal_for_the_Childbearing_Year"><u>Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year</u></a> by Susun S. Weed</p><p>- <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/543413.The_Herbalist_s_Way?from_search=true&from_srp=true&qid=MUQbVxt9ng&rank=1"><u>The Herbalist's Way: The Art and Practice of Healing with Plant Medicines</u></a> by Nancy & Michael Phillips</p><p>- <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/348662.Matthew_Wood"><u>Books by Matthew Wood</u></a></p><p>- <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/192693.Medical_Herbalism?ac=1&from_search=true&qid=aBCxyAW4sU&rank=1"><u>Medical Herbalism: The Science Principles and Practices Of Herbal Medicine</u></a> by David Hoffman</p><p>- <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/27391806-natural-remedies-for-kids"><u>Natural Remedies for Kids</u></a> by Kate Tietje</p><p>Recommended for cold and flu: <a href="https://earthley.com/products/elderberry-syrup-diy-kits"><u>elderberry syrup DIY kit</u></a>, <a href="https://earthley.com/products/elderberry-elixir-herbal-extract"><u>elderberry tincture</u></a>, <a href="https://modernalternativemama.com/diy-ultimate-elderberry-syrup-collection/"><u>DIY elderberry recipe</u></a>, <a href="https://earthley.com/products/cough-b-gone-herbal-extract"><u>Cough B Gone</u></a></p><p>Earthley’s <a href="https://earthley.com/earthley-revive-restore-promise?srsltid=AfmBOoq2J0GCSedaXbYZzaSX4iZPKpf2qZNBK_GaHhls4PGQ1Trxyv-H"><u>Revive and Restore Promise</u></a></p><p><a href="https://modernalternativemama.com/"><u>Check out Kate’s blog filled with education and recipes</u></a></p><p><strong>CONNECT</strong></p><p>Kate Tietje | <a href="https://earthley.com/"><u>Website</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/katetietjeauthor/"><u>Facebook</u></a></p><p>Earthley Wellness | <a href="https://earthley.com/"><u>Website</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/EarthleyWellnessOfficial"><u>Facebook</u></a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/earthleywellness/"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/Earthley"><u>YouTube</u></a> | <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/earthleywellness/_shop/"><u>Pinterest</u></a><br>Homesteaders of America | <a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com"><u>Website</u></a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/homesteadersofamerica/"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/homesteadersofamerica"><u>Facebook</u></a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/homesteadersofamerica"><u>YouTube</u></a> | <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/homesteadersusa/"><u>Pinterest</u></a></p>
February 26, 2025
<p>As a homesteader who values organic and sustainable farming practices, Adam looked around and wondered why he couldn’t find these same principles applied to the production of honey. He made it his mission to learn everything he could about raising honeybees with the most natural methods possible. Today, he writes and teaches homesteaders how to start their own honeybee farms. In this conversation, we chat about selecting and building a hive, keeping bees through the winter, the adaptability of naturally-raised bees, and more. We hope this episode leaves you feeling empowered to start on your own beekeeping endeavor!</p><p>In this episode, we cover:</p><ul> <li><p>What makes Adam’s natural and organic beekeeping methods different from conventional practices</p></li> <li><p>Tips for maintaining healthy bees through the cold winter months</p></li> <li><p>Making an argument for why horizontal hives are better than vertical hives for the backyard beekeeper</p></li> <li><p>A few options for those who want to create their own DIY horizontal bee hive</p></li> <li><p>Adam’s encouragement for those who dream of starting or growing their homestead</p></li></ul><p><a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com/e44-homestead-beekeeping-the-natural-and-organic-way-adam-martin-of-bee-kept/"><strong>View full show notes and transcript on the blog</strong></a><strong> + </strong><a href="https://youtu.be/u85saevOZrI"><strong>watch this episode on YouTube</strong></a>.</p><p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors!</strong></p><p><a href="http://mcmurrayhatchery.com"><u>McMurrayHatchery.com</u></a> | A wide selection of poultry breeds and supplies to assist you with raising your flock</p><p><a href="http://nutrimill.com"><u>Nutrimill.com</u></a> | High-quality small kitchen appliance products that function well, are easy to use, and promote healthy eating</p><p><strong>ABOUT ADAM</strong></p><p>Bee Kept is located in Middle Tennessee and is founded by Adam and Leslie Martin. Their bee adventure started using all of the traditional methods taught and promoted by beekeepers and bee clubs all over the western world. After failing miserably in their first season of beekeeping, they used these failures as opportunities to learn outside-of-the-bee-box thinking with their beekeeping methods. They learned God’s Creative Intelligent Design for honey bees and more natural and sustainable beekeeping practices. The rest is history! </p><p>Since then their bees have enjoyed great success in overwintering without feeding sugar water or treating for pests, and they have naturally begun to share what they have learned with others. Adam loves teaching others about bees almost as much as he loves the bees. </p><p>If you have tried keeping bees and failed, or if you are just learning and wanting to get into it, Adam will inspire you to get going! Adam teaches that anyone can learn how to trap feral bees, keep them in a low to no maintenance system, and manage the colonies in horizontal hives that are better for the bees and the beekeeper!</p><p><strong>RESOURCES MENTIONED</strong></p><p>Check out Adam’s new book,<strong></strong><a href="https://beekept.com/product/bee-kept-with-wild-and-free-honey-bees/"><u>Bee Kept With Wild And Free Honey Bees</u></a> by Adam Martin</p><p>Free plans to build the <a href="https://horizontalhive.com/how-to-build/long-langstroth-plans.shtml"><u>Langstroth Long Hive</u></a></p><p>Come see Adam in May at our <a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com/2025-homestead-in-a-weekend-event/"><u>Learn to Homestead in a Weekend</u></a> event</p><p><strong>CONNECT</strong></p><p>Adam Martin of Bee Kept | <a href="https://beekept.com/"><u>Website</u></a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/beeingkept/"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Beekept2019"><u>Facebook</u></a></p><p>Homesteaders of America | <a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com"><u>Website</u></a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/homesteadersofamerica/"><u>Instagram</u></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/homesteadersofamerica"><u>Facebook</u></a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/homesteadersofamerica"><u>YouTube</u></a> | <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/homesteadersusa/"><u>Pinterest</u></a><br></p>
January 29, 2025
<p>If you have had the privilege of hearing Jill speak at one of our events in the past, you know what a powerhouse she is when it comes to all things homesteading. Not only is she an expert in a variety of homestead pursuits – market gardening, cut flower gardening, sourdough, and more – she is a very creative and intentional businesswoman. And she does it all on only four acres! If you have a desire to use your small acreage to provide both food AND income for your family, don’t miss this episode. We cover a lot of ground in this episode, so buckle up!</p> <p>In this episode, we cover:</p> <ul> <li><p>How Jill is maximizing her four-acre farm to provide food for her family year-round and to produce a full-time income</p> </li> <li><p>Building a strategic business from your homestead that allows you to leave the 9-5</p> </li> <li><p>The one time management strategy that allows Jill to balance business, motherhood, homeschooling, homesteading, and more</p> </li> <li><p>Why Jill almost gave up on baking sourdough and how she made the process work for her busy life</p> </li> <li><p>The heart behind Jill’s online marketplace for homesteaders and gardeners</p> </li> <li><p>What tools Jill actually uses in her garden and the ones she can do without</p> </li> <li><p>Tips for planning out your high tunnel garden</p> </li> <li><p>Why cut flower gardening turned out to be a highly profitable business endeavor for Jill’s farm</p> </li> <li><p>Encouragement for the small-scale homesteader</p> </li> </ul> <p><a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com/e43-feed-your-family-and-earn-an-income-on-only-four-acres-jill-ragan-of-whispering-willow-farm/"><strong>View full show notes and transcript on the blog</strong></a><strong> + </strong><a href="https://youtu.be/1MiJ8kfqVtQ"><strong>watch this episode on YouTube</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p> <p><strong>Thank you to our sponsors!</strong></p> <p><a href="http://earthley.com">Earthley.com</a> | Clean, natural, and affordable herbal remedies and body care that support health and wellness naturally </p> <p><a href="http://nutrimill.com">Nutrimill.com</a> | High-quality small kitchen appliance products that function well, are easy to use, and promote healthy eating</p> <p><strong>ABOUT JILL</strong></p> <p>Jill Ragan is a small farmer and online educator, balancing life as a wife and mother of four beautiful children, three girls and one boy. Her journey into growing food began when she saw a largely unmet need in our society; with broken food systems, unfortunate waste, and an overall lack of connection to our Earth. She started growing food for her family instead of sourcing it from the grocery store, reducing waste as much as possible, and learning how to compost. Shortly thereafter, Jill began teaching others how important it is to do the same for themselves. She started documenting the simple changes she was implementing to contribute to the health of our planet and has since grown an extensive following on YouTube’s Whispering Willow Farm channel. </p> <p>Jill now grows food full time on a much larger scale on her family’s tiny but mighty home farm. She teaches others daily and takes advantage of any opportunity to demonstrate how even the smallest environmental action can make a significant impact. With passion and personality, Jill is committed to sharing her hard-earned knowledge with anyone and everyone she can.</p> <p><strong>RESOURCES MENTIONED</strong></p> <p><a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com/events/">Join us at our annual Homesteaders of America event in October 2025</a></p> <p><strong>CONNECT</strong></p> <p>Jill Ragan of Whispering Willow Farm | <a href="https://thewhisperingwillowfarm.com/">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whisperingwillowfrm/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9XMVRRXIT-eFqJ2rBK0q9w">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/whisperingwillowfarm15">Facebook</a></p> <p>Homesteaders of America | <a href="https://homesteadersofamerica.com">Website</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/homesteadersofamerica/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/homesteadersofamerica">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.youtube.com/homesteadersofamerica">YouTube</a> | <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/homesteadersusa/">Pinterest</a></p>
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