Homestead Shop Talk

Ep. 70 Will Helene Get More People into Homesteading

Jason, Al, and Ben share their experiences from the past week, including breakfast routines, busy homesteading activities, and a successful butchering class. They discuss community engagement, unexpected opportunities with chickens, and challenges faced with basement mold. They also explore heating solutions for the upcoming winter and reflect on community preparedness in light of recent events. The discussion highlights the importance of self-sufficiency and the mindset of homesteading, emphasizing the need for backup plans and resources.Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 69 Coffee Milk vs. Hush Puppy

Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the recent weather challenges they faced, including high winds and impending frost. They share experiences from their homesteads, including preparations for winter and the impact of a recent flood in Asheville. The conversation highlights community resilience, the importance of local businesses, and the joy of seasonal activities like apple picking and pork processing. The hosts also touch on their upcoming workshops and building projects, emphasizing the camaraderie and support within the homesteading community. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from quiet airports and local lumber yards to winter projects and coffee for a cause. They share insights on regional coffee preferences, explore the concept of hush puppies, and reflect on the Northern Lights. The conversation also touches on the impact of hurricanes and the media's portrayal of such events, providing a well-rounded view of their experiences and thoughts.
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 68 Cleanup After the Hurricane

In this episode Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the aftermath of a recent hurricane that impacted their homesteads and the surrounding community. They reflect on the challenges faced by those affected, share personal experiences of damage and recovery. The conversation also touches on weather patterns, animal husbandry, and the ongoing projects each host is working on as they navigate the challenges of homesteading in the wake of natural disasters.
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 67 Hurricane Hits Western North Carolina

In this episode, we discuss our experiences during Hurricane Helene, challenges of power outages, water supply, and the community's resilience in the face of natural disasters. They share personal stories of survival, neighborly support, and the importance of preparedness. The conversation also touches on the aftermath of the storm, including the extensive rainfall and flooding, and the efforts to help each other recover. The hosts reflect on the lessons learned and the spirit of community that emerges during tough times.
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 66 Time Management/ Q&A

In this episode we talk about our week on the homestead and answer your questions!
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 65 Homestead Life: Weather, Food, and Family

In this episode of the Homestead Shop Talk podcast, Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics related to homesteading, including weather conditions, food experiences, health changes, and their recent conference experiences. They share insights on animal husbandry, upcoming classes, and the importance of family visits. The conversation highlights the joys and challenges of homesteading life, emphasizing community engagement and personal growth.
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 64 Quitting Sugar AND More Freezers

In this episode, Al, Jason and Ben discuss their recent activities and projects. They talk about buying freezers, the challenges of finding space for them, and the possibility of investing in a walk-in freezer. They also discuss the weather and how it affects their homesteading activities. Ben shares his progress on building his house, including laying blocks. Al talks about quitting sugar and the challenges and benefits of doing so. They also briefly mention their plans for haymaking and acquiring the necessary equipment. In this part of the conversation, the speakers discuss the different types of hay bales they buy and the lifting capacity of their tractors. They also talk about the reliability of tractor ratings and the challenges of lifting heavy loads. The conversation then shifts to the features of their tractors, including the transmission and loader valve. They also discuss the need for cleaning up their properties and the impact of changing seasons. The speakers briefly mention the possibility of snow and rain in their areas. Lastly, they talk about the high price of a bucket and the durability of different bucket brands. In this conversation, Jason, Ben, and Al discuss various topics including paint buckets, lawn mower mishaps, cleaning and organizing, selling chickens and turkeys, food laws, and the challenges of selling organic, pasture-raised meat. They also touch on the popularity of the book 'Good Energy' and the potential increase in demand for organic, healthy food. 
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 63 Eating Real Food at a Homesteading Event

In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their recent experiences and activities. They talk about the weather, a homesteading event they attended, and some challenges they faced on their homesteads. They also mention a lightning strike that damaged their electric fence and share their thoughts on coyote issues. Additionally, they mention an upcoming speaking engagement at a homesteading conference. This part of the conversation covers various topics including clothing struggles, farm chores, winter produce, maintenance tasks, and the Homesteaders United Jamboree. They also mention the importance of salt in seasoning food and give a shoutout to Moose run Coffee. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts discuss their preferences for spicy food and their recent experience at an Indian restaurant. They also talk about the challenges of raising turkeys and the possibility of separating them due to aggression. The hosts share their thoughts on duck dishes and their experiences with processing ducks. They also mention their ongoing kitchen renovation and upcoming workshops. The conversation concludes with a discussion about a renovated trailer and the potential for manufacturing cool bot trailers.
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 62 Can A President Change the Food System

In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their recent dinners and upcoming workshops. They also talk about weather conditions and Al's recent well pump issues. The conversation then shifts to the possibility of change in the food system, with a focus on RFK's views on healthcare and the influence of corporations. The hosts express their opinions on the potential for change and the need for individuals to vote with their dollars. The conversation covers various topics including the potential impact of a political figure on corporations, the challenges faced by small farmers, the need for independent food certification, the lack of nutritional education in medical schools, and the process of getting a vehicle inspected. The speakers also discuss their recent projects, such as tile work and trailer renovation. In this part of the conversation, Jason discusses his plans to start selling chicken, pork, and beef from their farm. He mentions that they have been slowly promoting it on their website and will initially offer local pickup. They also talk about the possibility of shipping in the future. Ben shares that they recently helped friends butcher a hundred chickens and talks about his experience mortaring block for their house addition. He also mentions the challenges of teaching his teenage sons how to drive. Lastly, Ben talks about their recent cleaning day and the satisfaction of decluttering their property.
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!

Ep. 61 Chewing the Fat on Pork Week

In this episode, the fellas discuss upcoming events and share updates on their homesteading projects. They talk about the challenges of dealing with excessive rain and the impact it has on gardening and outdoor projects. They also discuss their preferences for weather conditions, including their desire for snow in the winter. The hosts share their experiences with butchering pigs and the process of renovating their kitchens. They discuss the importance of planning and visualizing projects before starting them. In this conversation, Ben and Jason discuss their experiences with tiling and the different methods they use. They also talk about their recent pork-related activities, including castrating pigs and cooking suckling pig. They share their plans for future meat processing and discuss the satisfaction of being self-sufficient in meat production. The conversation ends with a reminder to check out their upcoming events and a farewell.
 
Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand
Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres
Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!