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Simple Farmhouse Life
Simple Farmhouse Life
Lisa Bass

With over ten years experience making a home, author and mom of eight, Lisa Bass, shares her love for from scratch cooking,... more

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259. More Style, Less Mess: Declutter and Decorate Your Way to a Home You Love | Shannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely

We all know that it is important to declutter our homes to maximize our decorating efforts, but decluttering is work... more

15 Oct 2024 · 56 minutes
258. Establish Systems in Your Home, Business, and Life to Gain Peace and Productivity | Chelsi Jo Moore of Systemize Your Life

If you are overwhelmed by your home, your schedule, your many responsibilities as a mother, wife, homemaker, business owner, and... more

08 Oct 2024 · 50 minutes
257. Answering sourdough questions: discard recipes, baking schedule, favorite tools, and more!

Do you want to know my real thoughts on sourdough discard recipes! In this episode, I’m answering more of your questions... more

04 Oct 2024 · 37 minutes
256. Create Passive Income Online: Reach Your Blogging Dreams | Katie of Heart’s Content Farmhouse

The world of online business is exploding with opportunities.  There seems to be something for everyone.  In this conversation, Katie... more

24 Sep 2024 · 46 minutes
255. Healing Through Food: Herbs, Ferments, Probiotics | CeAnne of Farmhouse Teas

Herbal teas and fermented beverages are a great way to improve your health while enjoying a tasty drink. In this episode,... more

17 Sep 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
254. Sourdough Q&A with a 13-year sourdough veteran!

I have been baking sourdough for over 13 years, so I have learned a thing or two along the way. You... more

10 Sep 2024 · 42 minutes
253. Buy What You Love Without Going Broke | Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast

Living responsibly with our finances does not mean total deprivation. While there are many voices telling us how to achieve our... more

03 Sep 2024 · 58 minutes
252. You Can Thrive in Any Season of Motherhood | Meg of Flourishing Motherhood

As mothers, we are often sold lies about what our lives will look like while raising children. Unfortunately, many of these... more

27 Aug 2024 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
251. Finding motivation each day, budget home decor, minimalist baby prep, and more Q&A!

Join me for another casual chat where I answer some of the questions you guys sent in! Everything from a behind... more

20 Aug 2024 · 52 minutes
250. Get Your Peace Back by Creating Simple Home Systems | Lisa Lizotte of Habits & Home

As a busy mom and business owner, I am a big advocate for decluttering and simplifying your home. Keeping a minimal... more

13 Aug 2024 · 58 minutes
249. Family Business: Involving Kids, Setting Boundaries, Making an Impact | Brad & Starla Walker of Abby’s Elderberry

Family entrepreneurship is such a unique and enriching way of life, but it is not without its challenges. Brad and Starla... more

06 Aug 2024 · 59 minutes
248. Encouragement for young moms, raising great teenagers, and more Q&A!

If you are in the early years of motherhood, everything can feel so overwhelming. Your kids are all young and you... more

30 Jul 2024 · 51 minutes
247. Breaking Down Popular Narratives in Motherhood | Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama

If you have ever wanted to sit down with a seasoned mom and ask your biggest motherhood questions, I hope... more

23 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
246. Quit Social Media: Find Peace and Freedom Again | Sandy Cooper of The Scoop on Balance

The impact of social media consumption cannot be overstated. After struggling with her own technology boundaries for years, Sandy finally decided... more

16 Jul 2024 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
245. Large family minimalism, natural remedies, antibiotics, baby sleep, and more Q&A!

I am sitting down to answer more of your questions in today’s episode! Do we ever use antibiotics? How do I get... more

09 Jul 2024 · 40 minutes
244. Turn Your Homemaking Skills into a Business: How to Start a Microbakery | Lily & Ellen of The Flour Barn

There is no doubt that homemakers gain many valuable skills as they continue to grow in their role. If you have... more

02 Jul 2024 · 1 hour,
243. Practical Self-Care for Moms: Overcoming Burnout and Anger in Motherhood | Elizabeth of Emotionally Healthy Legacy

Self-care in motherhood is a hot topic these days, but the advice can be difficult to navigate when it does... more

25 Jun 2024 · 53 minutes
242. Quick & Easy Summer Meals | Cooking From Scratch

I love sharing what we are cooking in our farmhouse from season to season, so join me for this episode... more

18 Jun 2024 · 21 minutes
241. Give Your Family What Technology Can’t | Erin Loechner, Author of The Opt-Out Family

In our highly-connected digital world, many voices have come along to warn of the dangers of overindulgence in technology. While many... more

11 Jun 2024 · 50 minutes
240. Being Crunchy Without Going Crazy | Emily of Really Very Crunchy

For those in the crunchy community, there is more noise than ever about the dangers around us and the way... more

04 Jun 2024 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
239. Pregnancy and Homesteading Q&A with Meg of Hollar Homestead (plus some of our controversial opinions!)

So many of you have been asking me to bring Meg back on the podcast, and I am so excited... more

28 May 2024 · 47 minutes
238. Answering your questions: things I don’t stress about, advice for young homemakers, and more!

In this episode, I am sitting down with a cup of coffee to chat through some more of the questions... more

21 May 2024 · 53 minutes
237. All of Life is an Opportunity for Learning: Freedom in Homeschooling | Lyndsey of Treehouse Schoolhouse

I am a firm believer that education does not take place exclusively within the walls of a classroom during certain... more

14 May 2024 · 50 minutes
236. The Most Powerful Tool to Fight Negative Thoughts | Natalie of Dwell Differently

With so much noise around us in our digital world, we often find ourselves swimming in seas of negative voices... more

07 May 2024 · 41 minutes
235. My daily work rhythm, sleep training babies, dairy cow update, and more Q&A!

You all submitted more great questions about parenting, work/life balance, our homestead, and more!  Join me as I share my... more

30 Apr 2024 · 43 minutes
234. Don’t Overcomplicate Your Home Decor | Myquillyn Smith, The Nester

The topic of home decor can be intimidating for many who don’t feel that they are naturally talented at decorating. But... more

23 Apr 2024 · 50 minutes
Bringing Our Homes to Life through Sacred Rhythms | Jennifer Pepito

As homemakers and mothers, our role extends beyond completing the daily tasks of housekeeping and child rearing. We are the ones... more

16 Apr 2024 · 49 minutes
Why Your Mindset as a Homemaker Matters | Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial

In her early days as a homemaker, Mystie found the role to be more difficult than she had expected. It was... more

09 Apr 2024 · 49 minutes
Staying out of debt, simplifying food from scratch, and living with less | Answering more of your questions!

I’m sitting down to answer your questions about finances, cooking from scratch, and minimalism!  If you have been around here... more

03 Apr 2024 · 40 minutes
230. An honest conversation about burnout, taking a break from creative work, and finding your place in online business | Kali Ramey Martin

I am excited to bring Kali back on the podcast to chat about what she has been up to lately! For... more

28 Mar 2024 · 46 minutes
229. Navigating Information Overload, Using Discernment, and Making Sustainable Changes | Fallon Lee

Do you feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information available to us today? Having answers and research available at our... more

28 Mar 2024 · 1 hour,
228. Q&A with my sisters, Laura & Andrea: our family of entrepreneurs, self-care as busy moms, navigating overwhelm in homemaking, and more!

I asked who you all wanted to hear from on the podcast, and you answered with a resounding vote for... more

28 Mar 2024 · 45 minutes
227. Raising Boys to Men | Durenda Wilson

As a mom of six sons, I have seen firsthand just how uniquely and wonderfully boys are wired. Moms of boys... more

28 Mar 2024 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
226. Can Anyone Be a Homesteader? Making Room for Homesteading in Your Busy Life | Beth Declercq of Intentional Homesteading

You want to start homesteading, but you can’t imagine how you will fit it into your full life.  Do homesteaders... more

27 Feb 2024 · 54 minutes
225. My daily routine, quality time in a large family, how I organize my business, and more Q&A!

I am excited to be answering more of your questions this year on the podcast!  To start off this Q&A... more

20 Feb 2024 · 43 minutes
224. Are You Overwhelmed and Angry in Motherhood? | Natalie Hixson, Angry Mama Coach

Every mother knows that there are moments in motherhood that bring out the worst in us.  We can feel overwhelmed... more

13 Feb 2024 · 54 minutes
223. Decoding Food Labels and Making Informed Decisions | Tara Vander Dussen, the New Mexico Milkmaid

There are so many buzzwords and labels and opinions floating around when it comes to sourcing healthy food.  If you... more

06 Feb 2024 · 48 minutes
222. Failure, Success, and Lessons I’ve Learned on My Entrepreneurial Journey

In this episode, I am sitting down to respond to a listener’s question about my entrepreneurial journey.  If you are... more

30 Jan 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
221. Answering Top Chicken Keeping Questions | Dalia of Welcome to Chickenlandia

In this episode, we are diving into the logistics of chicken keeping!  We start by exploring the benefits of chicken... more

23 Jan 2024 · 58 minutes
220. Inspiration for the Homemaker: Creativity, Contentment, and Growth | Andrea of Pine and Prospect Home

I love sharing about what I am doing in my home as a homemaker – the meals I’m cooking, the... more

16 Jan 2024 · 54 minutes
219. Prioritize Peace in Your Home: Build Your Decluttering Skills in the New Year | Robyn of Minimalist Home

We have talked quite a bit on this podcast about minimalism and living clutter-free.  Even as someone who has been... more

09 Jan 2024 · 1 hour, 1 minute
218. Quick & Simple Meals From Scratch Without Meal Planning | Cami of TIDBITS & Company

Cooking every meal from scratch can seem like a complicated and time-consuming endeavor if it is not part of your... more

02 Jan 2024 · 58 minutes
217. Cultivate a Frugal Mindset and Take Control of Your Spending | Jen & Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast

We all want to be free from financial stress, but what practical steps can we take to get there?  Does... more

26 Dec 2023 · 59 minutes
216. Grow a Year’s Worth of Food on a Small Homestead | Michelle Knox of More Than Farmers

You can accomplish a lot more on a small homestead than you think!  I have had many guests on the... more

19 Dec 2023 · 47 minutes
215. Suburban Homesteading + Backyard Beekeeping | Katie Brandt of Sweetgum Spot

I hear from many of you who are dreaming of life on a homestead, but you are currently living in... more

12 Dec 2023 · 51 minutes
214. Christmas in the Kitchen: Sourdough Inspiration for the Holidays! | Ash of Turner Farm

One of my favorite topics to dive into is sourdough, and Ash is the perfect person to join me for... more

05 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
213. Peaceful Motherhood, Large Family Dynamics, Working at Home, and More Q&A with Leslie Burris

As online business owners and mothers of large homeschooling families, Leslie and I discovered that we have so much in... more

28 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
212. Cozy Christmas Decorating for the Homemaker | Sarah of She Holds Dearly

If the thought of transforming your home into a cozy, magical Christmas wonderland seems overwhelming, this episode is for you! ... more

21 Nov 2023 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
211. You Can Save Even More on Groceries | Christine of Frugal Fit Mom

With the rising costs of food over the last few years, people are looking for ways to save now more... more

14 Nov 2023 · 51 minutes
210. Creating Cozy in Your Home | Liz Marie Galvan

As the days get shorter and cooler, I think we all begin to crave a greater sense of coziness in... more

07 Nov 2023 · 52 minutes
209. How to Get Out of a Homemaking Funk | Megan & Jayna of the Honey I’m Homemaker Podcast

I talk often on this podcast about the beauty of homemaking, but there are certainly times when we can fall... more

31 Oct 2023 · 52 minutes
208. Why Freshly Milled Flour is Better | Kristin Nobles of Generation Acres Farm

Many of us have heard that freshly milled flour is healthier for us, but we have questions about incorporating it... more

25 Oct 2023 · 55 minutes
207. Find Balance with Technology and Live Undistracted | Katie Westenberg, Author of But Then She Remembered

Distractions are nothing new, but the sheer amount of distractions available to us in our modern world is overwhelming.  It... more

17 Oct 2023 · 44 minutes
206. Kick Cold & Flu Season with Elderberry | Starla & Brad Walker of Abby’s Elderberry

With the colder months quickly approaching, many parents want to start preparing their families to fight off illness.  Today’s guests... more

10 Oct 2023 · 40 minutes
205. Being a Prepared Mom On the Go and At Home | Karen Morris

Today’s guest is passionate about equipping moms to be prepared for whatever life throws at them.  In our conversation, we... more

03 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
204. Giving Our Families the Gift of a Home-Centered Life | Francesca Battistelli

It was so fun to sit down and chat with Francesca about many of the things we share in common. ... more

26 Sep 2023 · 51 minutes
203. Building a $100k Farm Business in 3 Years | Grace the Shepherdess

I hear from many of you that you want to live this homesteading lifestyle but you are wondering how to... more

19 Sep 2023 · 53 minutes
202. Don’t Wait for the Perfect Circumstances to Start Homesteading | Bay Sandoval

The year 2020 was a catalyst that led many people to chase after the homesteading lifestyle, and Bay is no... more

12 Sep 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
201. Natural Remedies, Groceries for a Large Family, New Homestead | Elizabeth of Purely Parsons

It's so good to have Elizabeth back on the podcast to share more of her story and expertise with us! ... more

05 Sep 2023 · 59 minutes
200. Candid Chat with Essentially Erin: Moving Across the Country to Start a Homestead + Why We Love Home Birth

Erin is a mother of six, new homesteader, retired nurse, and guru on all things natural health and wellness.  You... more

29 Aug 2023 · 59 minutes
199. Encouraging an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Our Kids | Michelle Visser of Souly Rested

There are countless skills a person gains on the path of entrepreneurship, and this goes for kids too!  The kind... more

22 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
198. Chatting Content Creation and Cheesemaking with Kate of Venison for Dinner

I’m thrilled to be chatting with another good friend on today’s podcast episode, Kate of Venison for Dinner.  You all... more

15 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 12 minutes
197. Be a Countercultural Mom: Finding Joy, Peace, and Purpose in All Seasons of Motherhood | Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama

Mother of ten, blogger, author, and one of my real life friends, Abbie from M is for Mama, is back... more

08 Aug 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
196. Slowing Down and Embracing Intentional Motherhood | Sarah of Simplyy Sarah

In the last decade since I was a young mother, the pace of motherhood has changed so much.  Even for... more

01 Aug 2023 · 56 minutes
195. Preserving the Garden Harvest: Simple Approaches to Long-Term Food Storage | Melissa K. Norris

For many of us, it is the time of year where our gardens are producing in abundance.  All of our... more

27 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 14 minutes
194. Do Your Kids Need a Digital Detox? A Balanced Approach to Screen Time | Molly DeFrank

Every parent wants to do what is best for their children, but technology use can be a tricky issue to... more

20 Jul 2023 · 49 minutes
193. Preparing for Baby #8: Pregnancy, Home Birth, Postpartum Q&A

As I am anticipating the birth of our eighth child any day now, I sat down to answer some of... more

13 Jul 2023 · 1 hour,
192. Spend More Time Outside and Less Time on Screens This Summer! | Joy Cherrick of Nature Study Hacking

Navigating the topic of screen time as a mom in today’s world can definitely be overwhelming.  Joy is a fellow... more

06 Jul 2023 · 57 minutes
191. Zero Food Waste, Getting It All Done, Pregnancy and Babies Q&A | Jessica of Three Rivers Homestead

You all have been asking me to bring Jessica on the podcast, and I know you won’t be disappointed in... more

29 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 6 minutes
190. Do Homemakers Have Too Much Time on Their Hands? | Katie of Now That We’re a Family

I heard Katie and her husband discussing this idea on their podcast, and I was intrigued by the thought that... more

20 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
189. Finding Balance as a Business Owner and Mom | Gillian Perkins

As much as I love sharing about homemaking and homesteading and family life, I also love talking about online business! ... more

15 Jun 2023 · 55 minutes
188. You Can Become a Stay-at-Home Homesteading Mama | Katie of Lost Oak Sheep Farm

I hear from countless women who have a dream of starting a homestead and making it their full-time lifestyle.  Katie... more

08 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 8 minutes
187. Keep Your Produce Fresh for Weeks! And Other Money-Saving Grocery Hacks | Amy of The Cross Legacy

If you have seen the viral strawberries in a jar hack, then you know who Amy is!  A couple of... more

01 Jun 2023 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
186. Create Your Own Home Grocery Store | Jamerrill Stewart of Large Family Table

Wouldn’t you love to have access to all of your grocery staples within a few steps of your kitchen?  This... more

25 May 2023 · 1 hour, 17 minutes
185. You Can DIY Your Dream Home on a Budget | Dena of Fletcher Creek Cottage

Dena is perhaps best known on the internet for sharing about how she and her family self-built their home from... more

18 May 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
184. Transform Your Homeschool Days with Delight Directed Learning | Julie Kreke

The pressure is off!  If your homeschool days have become overrun with stress and pressure to do all things perfectly,... more

11 May 2023 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
183. The Value of a Homemaker | RuthAnn Zimmerman

Homemaking is truly an art, which means each of us expresses our own personalities and interests and values in unique... more

04 May 2023 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
182. Creating Rhythms of Rest and Connection in Your Family and Community | Sally Clarkson

I’m so delighted to bring Sally back on the podcast to share her wisdom and encouragement for mothers in every... more

27 Apr 2023 · 59 minutes
181. When Old-Fashioned Makes More Sense (How Vintage Ideas Can Make Modern Life Healthier & Happier) | Jill Winger of The Prairie Homestead

In our modern world, it is easy to accept all of the latest conveniences and innovations that are offered to... more

20 Apr 2023 · 1 hour, 4 minutes
180. Getting Started with Food Preservation: Freezer Meals, Grocery Sourcing, Stocking the Pantry | Becky Jones of Acre Homestead

In the homesteading world, we place a lot of emphasis on sourcing food well and producing it at home when... more

13 Apr 2023 · 59 minutes
179. Pursuing Minimalism and Conscious Consumerism in a Materialistic World | Stephanie Seferian of The Sustainable Minimalists Podcast

Many of us strive to live a more minimal lifestyle in order to simplify our homes and lower our stress,... more

06 Apr 2023 · 58 minutes
178. Getting Started with Sewing | Linda Prenzlow of The Sewing Garden

If you have a desire to begin sewing or improve your skills, you will love this conversation with Linda.  Not... more

30 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 11 minutes
177. Growing a Bountiful Garden on a Budget | Carrie Wilson of The Little Pallet Farmhouse

Many people discount themselves from growing a successful garden because they think they don’t have the time, space, money, or... more

23 Mar 2023 · 56 minutes
176. Educating Our Kids About Real Food | Liz Haselmayer of Homegrown Education

The task of educating our children about real food has never been more important than it is now, but it... more

16 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 9 minutes
175. Answering Your Homebirth Questions | Katelyn Fusco of Happy Homebirth Podcast

Based on the questions I received on Instagram, you all are just as excited about this homebirth episode with Katelyn... more

09 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 5 minutes
174. A Homeschool Mom’s Mindset | Angela Braniff of This Gathered Nest

Homeschooling goes far beyond choosing curriculum and planning field trips.  It is equally as important to establish a firm grasp... more

02 Mar 2023 · 1 hour, 16 minutes
173. Chatting Motherhood, Homeschool, Minimalism, Pregnancy, Business (and More!) with Sarah Therése

Sarah Therése and I are a decade apart in our motherhood journeys, and our different perspectives and experiences made this... more

23 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
172. Homeschooling with the Seasons, Finding Your People, and More FAQs with Lyndsey Mimnagh of Treehouse Schoolhouse

I have begun talking more about homeschooling on the podcast lately, and it is a topic that you all seem... more

16 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 13 minutes
171. Finding Contentment in Your Home Decor & Homemaking | Kali Ramey Martin

There is no such thing as a perfect home.  Even when we finally get all the projects checked off of... more

09 Feb 2023 · 1 hour, 7 minutes
170. The Meaning of Homemaking: A Beautiful & Creative Pursuit | Rebekah Merkle

Our current culture has come to think of homemaking as boring or unimportant.  The role of women in the home... more

31 Jan 2023 · 55 minutes
169. You Can Grow Thriving Houseplants! | Maria Failla of Growing Joy Podcast

In the middle of winter when the Christmas greenery has been taken down but it’s not yet time for spring... more

26 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
168. Essential Tools for Building a Homestead | Christina of Thermaland Oaks | Debt-Free Homesteading

I frequently hear from listeners who want to start homesteading, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. ... more

19 Jan 2023 · 51 minutes
167. Prepare for Garden Season: Select Seeds, Learn Your Climate, Cultivate Healthy Soil | Bailey Van Tassel

If you are a gardener (or hopeful gardener) who is eagerly browsing seed catalogs and mapping out garden plots in... more

12 Jan 2023 · 58 minutes
166. A Heritage Sourdough Method + Answering Your Questions | Anja of Our Gabled Home

If you have been around this community for long, sourdough is not a new topic to you; however, I would... more

05 Jan 2023 · 58 minutes
165. Why We Love Homeschooling + Addressing Common Fears | Leigh Nguyen of Little By Little Homeschool

If you are currently homeschooling or have ever considered homeschooling, this episode will be such an encouragement to you!  As... more

29 Dec 2022 · 1 hour, 3 minutes
164. Entrepreneurship & Motherhood: Building a Successful Business and Involving Your Kids | Natasha McCrary of 1818 Farms

Do you have a dream of starting your own business?  Or are you currently running a business?  Are you looking... more

22 Dec 2022 · 57 minutes
163. Declutter + Organize: Identify Personalities, Shift Mindsets, and Build Habits | Shannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely

Many people begin thinking about decluttering and organization in January, but it’s such a good idea to begin simplifying your... more

15 Dec 2022 · 44 minutes
162. Cozy Christmas Episode: Handmade Gifts, Family Traditions, Savoring the Season | Nicole of Frontier Dreams

If you are craving that cozy, sacred feeling that comes along with the Christmas season, you will definitely want to... more

08 Dec 2022 · 57 minutes
161. Decluttering Before the Holidays + How to Have a Minimalist Christmas | Dawn of The Minimal Mom

The joy of giving and receiving gifts is such a beautiful part of Christmas, but this time of year can... more

01 Dec 2022 · 49 minutes
160. Overcoming Fear in Motherhood | Jennifer Pepito of The Peaceful Press

Nearly every mother experiences fear throughout her parenting journey.  As Jennifer and I discuss in this episode, there are often... more

23 Nov 2022 · 49 minutes
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Many people begin thinking about decluttering and organization in January, but it’s such a good idea to begin simplifying your home leading... more