The Lonestead Podcast

All my nineties babies out there know what movie I'm referencing. Today we're talking about onion as we continue our garden classic series.

Will resume next week on garden favorites series after this interlude of how to work your livestock safely and effectively.

No fancy distribution. I'm covering history and science tomatoes.

After leaving my previously established homestead to start over with my husband and a brand new area here are some insights about what I wish I knew when I was starting my homestead initially.

This episode the types of quashes are compared and contrasted in not only cultivation but culinary purposes as well.

It's hot on tiktok saying that the government is manipulating egg supply to elevate prices....which is possible I guess. Rather than don my tinfoil hat, this time, I share the economic and biological reasons for the egg increase and why even backyard hens are slacking off egg production when needed most.

We wrap up this parasite series with some methods of action how dewormers work and some products that you can utilize at your own discretion. I'm not a vet, I'm not a Dr. You choose what you do with you body and with your livestock. Don't sue me. Education purposes only.

After much adieu last organism in our parasite series is blood flukes. These next level internal nightmares could not have been more better made to wreak havoc on a body but even they have weaknesses. Next episode! Learn about the traditional and modern methods of dealing with these lil nasties.

Continuing on internal parasites the multisegmented tapeworms are up next.

We get under the skin and into the digestive tract to find our next parasite in the series: round worms.

Just some housekeeping and update of why I've been absent from the podcast.

After hiatus we continue the parasite series. We finish up external parasite with sucking/biting lice, mites, and fleas.

Talking about ticks and how they really dont have any benedfits. They just bad lil dudes.

I haveyet to meet somebody that had positive feelings towards mosquitoes. Nobody likes them. They bite, we scratch, and the perpetual struggle of man vs nature continues seemingly without purpose. What if i told you even though mosuitoes have been a harbinger of death they also are resposnsible for much of the lush nature scape we see every day. Learn more in this epsiode of "The lonestead podcast"Support the podcast Via venmo/cashapp by sending donations to "ETXGoatWitch"find me on tiktik at "etxgoatwitch"There is also online shop of soap and quilts. https://www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/index.htmlhttps://www.epa.gov/mosquitocontrol/bti-mosquito-control https://fishcaring.com/what-fish-eat-mosquito-larvae/https://www.floridahealth.gov/diseases-and-conditions/mosquito-borne-diseases/index.htmlhttps://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/west-nile-virushttps://www.organiclesson.com/kill-mosquito-larvae/www.sciencedirect.comwatch this video. absolutely amazing. be warned of little ears though. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hz_DslzN2IA

sharing some practical and very doable options for managing these unprecedented hard times. end of the day all one needs to determine what they need for themselves or loved ones what lengths they are willing to do to achive them.

Starting a new series that covers parasites with chiggers i dispell somce myths and throw some hard science facts even though im sure ive mispronounced a few words.

This episode we have the very special guest Cardiff from TikTok's "CBabbGo" and we talk about branding cattle and the differences in the methods we use individually. Cardiff is a veteran, small business owner, and 5th generation Texan rancher. He sells some fantastic coffee and stellar knives at Bravamano.comUse the discount code "GOAT" (case sensitive) for 10% off your purchase.

Everything great ever created started with something very small. In order to save you time, energy, and even possibly a life being intentional with even the most basic of training. this appiles to your pets, livestock, and even the other people aroudn the homestead.

we all love our homesteads and the joys that they bring but sometimes you still need to get away whether its for family engagements or just rest and relaxation. This episode i cover the ways to help travling away from home a little easier and your worries light.

whether you are purchasing or leasing a piece of property its good to know what youre getting into. This episode i bring of points to consider prior to putting down cash on a place to homestead. soil analyis https://soiltesting.tamu.edu/fidnign local extenstion officehttps://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search

My favorite tree is in full bloom this time of year and it is a great addition to most any homestead. Fast growing, multipurpose, and tasty the mulberry tree is one hard to beat. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/foods/mulberrieshttps://youtu.be/ZVU-Qe7PxDY

Even thouhg we love, mostly, all of our animals it does not mean we should keep every soft wet nose or fluffy butt that come across our homestead. Today i talk about what "culling" is and what is common criteria used to select which animals need to be sent along their journy to new pastures.

Quick episode over the wild edibles and medicine that can be found right now wide spread across north America and specifically around my homestead.Disclaimer: never eat any wild foods unless you know if they've been exposed to dangerous chemicals and if you ingest them that is your own volition. I'm not a physician. Don't sue me 😁Susan Weeds "wise woman's herbal for the childbearing year" www.foragingtexas.com https://www.foxrunfarmstead.com/

Lets dairy animal on your homestead. Yes the romantic image of a maid bringing fresh cream for consumption may be a dreamy thought but the realtiy can be an overwhelming amount of work, waste, and of course milk.

with everything going on I share my thoughts on the coming months and helpful hints for navigating them with grace.

With recently discovering dry canning my whole food preservation plan has changed. This easy entry into food preservation method requires no specialty equipment and can provide shelf stable food storage for years even as a beginner.

Went to a cattle convention and im here to share what it was all about.

Having bakcyard chickens is a great option to get fresh eggs but unless your family really enjoys scrambled eggs one can be easily overrun. I touch base over some managable recipes, preservation techniques, and other non food uses for eggs. Until next time thats all yolks. https://www.livescience.com/50834-eggs-nutrition-facts.htmlhttps://www.inspiredtaste.net/25943/homemade-mayonnaise-recipe/https://backyardpoultry.iamcountryside.com/eggs-meat/water-glassing-eggs-for-long-term-storage/http://prepared-housewives.com/preserve-eggs-with-mineral-oil/https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/angel-food-cake-recipe-1938726https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/creme-brulee-recipe-1916827

Special guest and friend of the show J. Ryan Chastain lends his expertise and knowledge abour horses. We discuss horses' (and mules) place in history and in midern homesteading. Ryan has podcasts of his own ifyou wanna listen "Behind the Horses Eyes"can find him on Tiktok at jryanchastainto find more lonestead content follow me on tiktok at ETXgoatwith or facebook page at fox run famrstead. Keep growing yall.

This episode I cover ways to handle death on the homestead in personal and practical ways.

Weve covered how conception occurs in mammals but what about all the way that breeding can be done. From the old fashioned to high tech i cover in this episode the options on how to expand your herd.

This episode I share how to safely make some money from the homestead. Leanr to protect yourself, where to sell your product/services, and why i plan to use the sale barn for my future livestock sale. Find me to ask questions or comments Tiktok EtxGoatWitchIG LadyNerdLizFB Fox Run Farmsteadunitl next time, keep growing

Its been a few months and a lot has changed but episodes will returning on a weekly basis. this episode is just a warm up to get me comfortable behind the mic again. This new season of the podcast will feature interviews from resident experts, friends of the show, and of course more puns. Thank you fro growing with me. Tiktok: etxgoatwitchIG: ladynerdlizFB: fox run farmstead

more of a loose freeform episode as i cover how important community is and the difference a good mentor can make.

Quick play by play of forms of food preservation. Will go in depth in each topic on later dates.

i am not a gardener so if a plant is doing well at Fox Run its likely a weed...or lemon nalm. this delicious herb has take over an entire garden best prompting to start new and different ways to you it.

It is officially summer here in East Texas by calender and by the "walk out your door and instant sweat weather". Winter and summer are not to different in how to handle just on oppsote spectrums.

REcnetly i had to take a step back and prevent full blown homesteader burn out hence why there was a several week break in publishing these lovely(i hope yall think they are at least) podcast epsisodes. Burn out is not just soemthing that occurs on the homestead but in carrers, relationships, or any area where you are exterting effort. I go over factors that contribute to burnout, the signs you may be having issues, and how to remedy the situation.Keep in mind i am a nurse and homesteader but noa licensed therapist or MD. if you are experiencing any thoughts of hurting yourself or others please seek care immediately. I am sharing my experiences and opinions and they should not be taken as treatment or diagnosis.basically dont sue me. your actions are your own. https://www.verywellmind.com/stress-and-burnout-symptoms-and-causes-3144516https://thriveglobal.com/stories/5-ways-to-get-out-of-the-burnout-cycle/Betterhelp.com

This much delayed episode is all about the internets favorite topic cats. you love them and they toelrate you. Yes they are adorable, inteeligent, and sometimes cuddly creatures they are also very efficient hunters that can save you time and money on the homestead. Episode deciated in memory of Purrcival. Caring for adult catshttps://www.kirkwoodvets.com/cats/feeding-adult-cats/#:~:text=Outdoor%20cats%2C%20pure%20carnivores%2C%20eat,is%20all%20they%20are%20eating.Cat Care and Littershttps://icatcare.org/advice/cat-birth/ Why do cats act so weirdhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sI8NsYIyQ2A

BIRTHDAY SHOUTOUT TO FRIEND OF THE SHOW DESIREE!May your smile be every bright adn your pup loving. Many happy birthday blessing this year and for the many yet to come.

gopals and tasks that are required for spring time on the homestead.

I cover what went down during the highly unusual snow storm that hit much of the United States but was especially devastating to many Texans. Did some things well and was proud of my preps as I managed to keep everybody safe and warm. Thankfully Fox Run did not have nearly the level of hardships that so many people across the states had to deal with but it did open my eyes to ares that i needed to improve on.

The final episode in the the animal reproduction crash course we cant about to prevent reproduction.Neutering animals has many practical benefits and can be done easily with help from your vet or seasoned cowhand. I say balls a lot in this one. Have fun. *disclaimer* i am not a trained vet and the purpose of this podcast is for education purposes only. tlak to you vet about which breeding plan and practices work best for you. They are YOUR animals and YOUR responsibility. some sources for yall:Coslick’s and bruhner stitch - https://www.lib.umn.edu/publishing/works/textbooks Large animal surgery notesHoly Balls! Castration video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qhdWjnnRNYWhy Spaying Beef Heifers Makes Sense, By Heather Smith Thomas | Oct 03, 2013 https://www.beefmagazine.com/cattle-genetics/why-spaying-beef-heifers-makes-sense

This episode we talk about my gateway animal into the agricultural life starting when i was jsut a wee lass. BUNNIES!as a belated valentines day episode i talk about how proliferative and beneficial rabbits can be on your homestead. As a source of healhful and green sourced meat they really can be a great asset or introduction to the self sufficent lifestyle. THE BENEFITS OF RABBIT MEAThttps://www.loeul-et-piriot.com/en/benefits-and-guarantees/benefits-of-rabbit/#:~:text=An%20excellent%20source%20of%20vitamins,than%20chicken*%20or%20pork*.Breeding and Reproduction of RabbitsBy Diane McClure, DVM, PhD, DACLAM, Animal Resource Center Veterinary ServicesLast full review/revision Aug 2020 | Content last modified Sep 2020https://www.merckvetmanual.com/all-other-pets/rabbits/breeding-and-reproduction-of-rabbitsHares Can Get Pregnant While Pregnant By Sarah ZielinskiSMITHSONIANMAG.COMSEPTEMBER 23, 2010Why Spay or Neuter my rabbit? Some Scary Numbers...by Dana Krempels, Ph.D.http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/scary.html#:~:text=A%20single%20female%20rabbit%20can,average%20litter%20size%20is%20six. 

In the second episode of the animal reproduction crash course series we cover avian copulation and egg developement. Yes. I say penis. Get over it. Its SCIENCE!

First episode in the crash course in animal repro series. From my experience in people healthcare and livestock i am regularly amazed at how little people understand the miracle of creaitng new life. This episode i do my best to give a comprehensive explanation of conception, breedings, and stats for most common large animals on the homestead.Please free to send me your questions as this will be an ongoing series covering conception, healthy pregnancy, post delivery safety, and ways to prevent unwanted breedings. Bird reproduction and egg development is next episode.

Lets talk about bottle babies and the process of hand raising little ones.

i talk how poeple can catch diseases and swap germs from cows. Touch on some world famous and highly influencing dieases from the past such as the plague. Also share bout a few cases of zoonosis ive personally experienced and then how to prevent getting sick in the first place.Protect yourself. wash your hands and dont touch you face.

Were talking baout dogs on the homestead yall.Dogs have been man kinds best friend and partner in crime for eons and this continues even now in the agricultural world.I touch base on the history of the canine impact in our lives, my own doggos, and what you need to know to make the most of your partner on the farm front.

Walk down memory lane of 2020 here at Fox Run of proud change and growth. Also, covering how I made and will keep the resolutions for 2021.