Best Cookingfromscratch Podcasts (2025)

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Throwback: Best Herbal Home Remedies for Cold and Flu w/ Rosalee De La Foret | 492 56:43

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In this throwback episode, I'm revisiting one of my favorite herbal conversations with my friend and renowned herbalist Rosalee de la Forêt. This discussion truly changed the way I approach herbal medicine. Instead of treating herbs like Western medicine — one symptom, one herb — Rosalee helps us understand why herbalism is so much more personal an…

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Throwback: Avoid Overwhelm - Choosing What's Right for Your Homestead | 491 35:57

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In this throwback episode, we revisit a listener coaching call where we break down how to begin homesteading without jumping into overwhelm. We talk through the basics of planning raw land, observing sunlight and frost patterns, mapping out future zones, and using temporary setups like grow bags and portable fencing as you learn what works best. Yo…

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Throwback: Stock Up to Save $$$ NOW How Much Feed Per Animal Per Day | 490 28:01

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In this throwback episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, we're discussing the continual rise of feed costs and what my family does to mitigate these costs as much as possible. I'm sharing some of the breakdowns (at the time of the recording), how much feed is needed per animal and even some different feed options to consider. For more information…

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Throwback: Medicinal Herbs & Their Uses with Kaylee Richardson | 489 50:26

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In this throwback episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I sit down with my good friend Kaylee Richardson from The Honeystead to discuss all things herbal medicine. Kaylee shares some of the herbs she's currently using and her favorite "must-have" herbal remedies. In the blog post that accompanies this podcast, there are a handful of additional p…

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Throwback: How to Create a Gardening Plan for More Harvest and Less Stress | 488 53:22

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In this throwback episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I sit down with a member of the Pioneering Today Academy and we walk through how to plan out her garden year. While this strategy session was specific to her needs, there are a lot of great tips that can help when planning out your garden for next year. And, the fall is the best time to pla…

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Throwback: Mennonite Traditions for Simple Meals & Stronger Families | 487 1:08:35

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In this throwback episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I sit down with RuthAnn Zimmerman to discuss what life looks like on a busy homestead with lots of children. How do we practically get meals on the table when life seems chaotic? How do we prioritize relationships through the business of life? And, how do we cook for larger groups of people…

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Throwback: Favorite Must Have Homestead Items | 486 39:08

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In this throwback episode, I'm sharing all of my must-have favorites for around the homestead. Whether it's the best kitchen tools I can't believe I ever lived without, my go-to clothing items for working outdoors on the homestead, or even those larger items we all like to save for buying on Black Friday doorbuster deals. Imagine I'm pulling up a c…

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Throwback: How to Get Everything Done in a Day Without Wasting Time or Getting Distracted | 485 1:17:35

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In this throwback episode, I'm chatting with my friend Anne Briggs from Anne of All Trades about real life homesteading, what it takes, what works, and how to keep moving forward even when life gets busy. Anne left the tech world and dove into homesteading, and over the past decade she has learned everything from blacksmithing and woodworking to ra…

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Throwback: Creating a No-Waste Kitchen w/ Mary's Nest | 484 1:07:43

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In this throwback episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I'm sitting down with my dear friend Mary Shrader from Mary's Nest to talk about how we can all build a kitchen where nothing goes to waste. Mary has such a gift for making traditional cooking approachable and fun, and in this episode she shares how her parents inspired her to live a homema…

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Throwback: How to Structure Your Days So You Don't Fall Behind 36:30

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Today I'm sharing a throwback of one of the most popular coaching calls from inside my Pioneering Today Academy: "How to Get It All Done on the Homestead." I wanted to bring this one back because figuring out how to manage your time and energy on the homestead is something we all struggle with. In this episode, I'll show you how to break down big p…

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Why I'm Pressing Pause—And How You Can Help Shape What's Next 21:05

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In this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I'm sharing why I'm pressing pause on new episodes for the rest of 2025 and what that really means for the future of the show. After years of teaching and encouraging others to live simply and seasonally, I've found myself needing to take my own advice. I've been dealing with some physical burnout an…

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Never Buy Garden Seeds Again: Seed Saving Secrets Every Homesteader Needs 54:12

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Seed saving is one of the most valuable skills a gardener can learn, and in this episode I'm joined by Don Tipping of Siskiyou Seeds to dive deep into the why and how of saving your own garden seed. We'll cover the difference between open-pollinated, heirloom, and hybrid varieties, which crops are best for beginners, how to prevent cross-pollinatio…

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The Most Overlooked Way to Preserve Food for Months (No Freezer Needed) w/ Sam Knapp 44:26

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Think you need a traditional root cellar to keep your harvest fresh through the winter? Think again. In this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, Melissa K. Norris sits down with Sam Knapp of Off Beet Farm in Alaska to talk about practical, no-fuss ways to store root vegetables without a root cellar. You'll learn the three keys to long-lasting …

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Dinner Without the Scramble: 4 Moms Share Their Best Secrets 37:05

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Think from-scratch cooking is hard or takes too much time? The truth is, with a stocked pantry, a few simple substitutions, and some foundational kitchen skills, you can make healthy, homemade meals in less time than it takes to run to the store. In this podcast, we're busting the top myths about from-scratch cooking and showing you how to: ✅ Swap …

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Ditch the Soda: 8 Old-Fashioned Summer Drinks from the Homestead Kitchen (Healthy & Refreshing!) 30:53

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Looking for healthy and refreshing summer drinks that aren't soda? In this podcast, we're sharing our favorite homemade beverages to help you stay cool and hydrated on hot summer days. From sparkling lemon spritzers and fruity mocktails to herbal iced teas, iced coffee, and smoothies. You'll find plenty of delicious options made with real ingredien…

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From Burnout to Balance: What a Mature Homestead Really Looks Like 56:12

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In this special episode, I sat down with my dear friend Carolyn Thomas from Homesteading Family, right in her Idaho home! We're pulling back the curtain on what life looks like on a mature homestead. After over two decades each of growing food, raising animals, and running busy households, we're sharing what we've let go of, what we're leaning into…

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Make the Most of This Summer: Creating Traditions That Matter 35:43

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This episode is near and dear to my heart. With one child officially out of the house and my daughter quickly approaching adulthood, I've found myself feeling all the feelings this summer: nostalgic, grateful, and more intentional than ever. I gathered a few dear homesteading friends for a heartfelt kitchen roundtable where we shared our favorite s…

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The Truth About Parasites: What You Need to Know for Better Health 36:19

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If the idea of parasites gives you the creepy-crawlies, you're not alone, but chances are, you've already got a few living in your body right now. In this episode, I'm joined again by Dr. Torrie Thompson, a functional medicine doctor who walks us through how common parasites actually are, the surprising symptoms they can cause, and how we can suppo…

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I Mentored on a Homesteading TV Show—Here's What Happened 39:25

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In this episode of the Pioneering Today Podcast, I'm sharing all about my experience as a mentor and homesteading expert on the new show Back to the Frontier. It was such a privilege to help guide modern families as they learned old-fashioned skills and stepped into a simpler, more self-sufficient way of life. I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes loo…

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She Competed on Back to the Frontier — What She Learned Will Inspire Every Homesteader | Stacey Loper Interview 43:28

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What does it really take to live off the land in today's world—and could you do it under pressure? In this special episode, I sit down with Stacey Loper, one of the brave contestants from the brand-new TV series Back to the Frontier, where modern families are challenged to survive like the pioneers. I share my behind-the-scenes experience giving ad…

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Immunity for Polluters: How New Laws Threaten Your Soil & Food Supply 51:22

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Join me for this podcast with Will Harris from White Oak Pastures and Taylor Henry from Acres USA as we discuss what's going on with fertilizer companies and immunity for their products. For more information and any links mentioned in today's podcast, visit https://melissaknorris.com/472 Grab your tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference here …

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Leaving the Homestead: What Every Homesteader Needs to Know Before Stepping Away 30:05

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So you want to go on vacation or you need to leave town for a few days... but you have a homestead. Feel like you're stuck? Listen to today's podcast with four fellow homesteading moms as we share our tips and tricks for how we prepare to leave our homesteads. Plus, the commonly forgotten tasks! For more information and any links mentioned in today…

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The Hidden Layer of Homestead Security: Why Community May Be Your Best Defense 46:30

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In this podcast, we're discussing the hidden layers of homestead security and why community may be your best defense. When we talk about defense, many people think about locks, cameras, etc. But what if your greatest security wasn't a thing but a who? For more information and any links mentioned in today's podcast, visit https://melissaknorris.com/…

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Don't Transplant These Crops—Why Direct Seeding Works Better w/ Don Tipping 50:13

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Join me with Don Tipping from Siskiyou Seeds as we discuss direct sowing methods for seeds. You'll also want to catch his tips on how to keep weeds out of the garden, and his brilliant hack for using a flamethrower without ruining your seedlings. For more information and any links mentioned in today's podcast, visit https://melissaknorris.com/469 G…

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Lard for Sunburn & SPF? What They Don't Tell You About Skin Care 49:32

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Join me with Farrow Skincare's Charles Mayfield as we discuss the benefits of tallow and lard for skincare, especially pre-sun and post-sun skincare. For more information and any links mentioned in today's podcast, visit https://melissaknorris.com/468 Check out Farrow Skincare and get 15% off your purchase with coupon code "Melissa15": https://farr…

Cookingfromscratch Podcasts

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Pioneering Today Podcast - Homesteading in a Modern World

Melissa K Norris

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Throwback: Best Herbal Home Remedies for Cold and Flu w/ Rosalee De La Foret | 492 56:43

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Throwback: Avoid Overwhelm - Choosing What's Right for Your Homestead | 491 35:57

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Throwback: Stock Up to Save $$$ NOW How Much Feed Per Animal Per Day | 490 28:01

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Throwback: Medicinal Herbs & Their Uses with Kaylee Richardson | 489 50:26

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Throwback: How to Create a Gardening Plan for More Harvest and Less Stress | 488 53:22

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Throwback: Mennonite Traditions for Simple Meals & Stronger Families | 487 1:08:35

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Throwback: Favorite Must Have Homestead Items | 486 39:08

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Throwback: How to Get Everything Done in a Day Without Wasting Time or Getting Distracted | 485 1:17:35

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Throwback: Creating a No-Waste Kitchen w/ Mary's Nest | 484 1:07:43

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Throwback: How to Structure Your Days So You Don't Fall Behind 36:30

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Why I'm Pressing Pause—And How You Can Help Shape What's Next 21:05

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Never Buy Garden Seeds Again: Seed Saving Secrets Every Homesteader Needs 54:12

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The Most Overlooked Way to Preserve Food for Months (No Freezer Needed) w/ Sam Knapp 44:26

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Dinner Without the Scramble: 4 Moms Share Their Best Secrets 37:05

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Ditch the Soda: 8 Old-Fashioned Summer Drinks from the Homestead Kitchen (Healthy & Refreshing!) 30:53

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From Burnout to Balance: What a Mature Homestead Really Looks Like 56:12

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Make the Most of This Summer: Creating Traditions That Matter 35:43

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The Truth About Parasites: What You Need to Know for Better Health 36:19

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I Mentored on a Homesteading TV Show—Here's What Happened 39:25

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She Competed on Back to the Frontier — What She Learned Will Inspire Every Homesteader | Stacey Loper Interview 43:28

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Immunity for Polluters: How New Laws Threaten Your Soil & Food Supply 51:22

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Leaving the Homestead: What Every Homesteader Needs to Know Before Stepping Away 30:05

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The Hidden Layer of Homestead Security: Why Community May Be Your Best Defense 46:30

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Don't Transplant These Crops—Why Direct Seeding Works Better w/ Don Tipping 50:13

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Lard for Sunburn & SPF? What They Don't Tell You About Skin Care 49:32