Best Raising Chicks Podcasts (2025)

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Fall Chicks! Everything You Need to Know 🐥🍁 45:18

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, I share tips about caring for baby chicks in the fall. Hope you love it! 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Chickens 101 - A Chicken Course for Everyone. Click here for mor…

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Chicken Coop Prep Through the Seasons: Ventilation, Bedding & Winterizing for Beginners 20:29

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Getting your coop ready for every season doesn’t have to be complicated! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we’re breaking down beginner-friendly tips for coop prep, including ventilation, bedding, predator-proofing, and winterizing your flock’s home. Learn how to: Keep your coop cool and ventilated in spring and summer Prep for fal…

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Inside the Poultry Nerds... From Chickens to Masterclasses! 34:44

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Meet the real people behind the Poultry Nerds Podcast! In this candid, behind-the-scenes episode, Carey and Jennifer interview each other—how Show Pro Farm Supply started, how Bryant’s Roost grew from six dozen quail eggs, what it takes to run a poultry brand and a podcast, and…

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Chicken Care Through the Seasons: Heat, Cold & Weather Challenges on the Farm (Beginner Tips to Start a Flock in the Fall!) 20:29

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Starting a backyard flock this fall? Don’t stress — raising chickens through every season can be simple with the right tips! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we break down beginner-friendly strategies for keeping your hens healthy, happy, and laying eggs year-round. Learn how to: Keep chicks warm in the fall and winter without ove…

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Episode 252 Marans Chickens / Bullies in the Flock / Apple Spice Cupcakes / Warmies 52:54

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the endlessly-popular chocolate egg layer - the Marans. In our main topic we answer questions about ways to manage bullies in your flock. We share our recipe for Apple Spice Cupcakes, and find some retail therapy with Warmies. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100…

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Sick Chick Strong: The Story of Jennifer Dunlea 55:06

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The unstoppable Jennifer Dunlea is an advocate, a fighter, and an all-around powerhouse. Born with Cystic Fibrosis, Jen has faced more medical battles than most people do in a lifetime, including surviving a rare cancer at just 23 years old. She’s a two-time double lung transplant recipient, living with diabetes and gastroparesis, and still somehow…

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Homesteading Mom Life: Christian Faith and Backyard Chickens for Beginners 20:29

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Homesteading life as a mom is beautiful, but let’s be honest—it can also feel like a juggling act. Between a baby who won’t nap, remembering (or forgetting) to pray before the day starts, and trying to figure out when on earth you’ll have time to start that sourdough starter, life can get overwhelming fast. In this episode of Chickens and Farming M…

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Talking Chicken and Champion Cochins with Craig Hansen 28:18

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Join us on the Poultry Nerds Podcast as we sit down with Craig Hansen, one of the most respected names in the Cochin world. From his start in 4-H projects to breeding award-winning varieties like Silver Laced and Buff Columbians, Craig shares his journey, breeding strategies, a…

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Ep. 11: I Saw Four Raised from the Dead… But Why Not Five? 56:37

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Send us a text What happens when you’ve seen God move in undeniable ways… and then He doesn’t? In this powerful and personal episode of The Elevation Room, gospel artist, comedian, and pastor Donnie Bolden Jr. opens up about his extraordinary childhood encounter with God, the prophetic word spoken over him at just five years old, and the winding jo…

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Faith That Stands Firm: Lessons from Charlie Kirk, Our Homestead, and Raising Godly Familie 14:34

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In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, we pause to honor the life and bold witness of Charlie Kirk, who was tragically killed on September 10, 2025, for openly proclaiming his love for Jesus. His courage and conviction remind us of the cost of discipleship and the call to live unashamed of the Gospel. As we reflect on Charlie’s sacrific…

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Episode 251 Scots Dumpy Chicken / Autumn on the Homestead with Fiona and Hugh of English Country Life / Apple Sausage Breakfast Bake / Wire Garden Cloches 58:20

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the adorable and surprisingly ancient Scots Dumpy chicken. Fiona and Hugh Osborne from English Country Life join us to talk about the changing seasons and the many fall tasks on the homestead. We share our recipe for an absolutely delicious Apple and Sausage Breakfast Bake, and throw in some retail therapy with …

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From Patient to Powerhouse: Leslie Baldwin's story 33:04

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The challenges and triumphs of living with a rare disease. Leslie Baldwin shares her personal journey with Common Variable Immune Deficiency and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. You'll hear what fueled her passion for advocacy and the creation of Michigan Rare (MI-RARE). Together, they discuss the power of community, the importance of patient empowerment, a…

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Christian Homestead Journey: Women and SAHM Tending Families & Farms (With Biblical Purpose) 13:30

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Have you ever wondered how tending your family and farm ties directly into God’s calling for women? In this episode of Christian Homestead Journey: SAHM & Women Tending Families and Farms with Biblical Purpose, we dive into powerful Bible stories that remind us of the importance of women’s role in nurturing their homes and how only God can bring th…

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Caring for Chickens in the Fall Months - Important Tips! 44:01

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, I share tips about caring for chickens during the fall. We also chat about integrating young chickens and much more. Hope you love it! 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Ch…

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From Poultry Nerd to Certified Judge: Keeping Chickens Safe & Healthy on the Farm 48:08

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we celebrate a big milestone—earning an American, Oriental, and Spanish Gamefowl Judging Certificate—and dive into essential farm wisdom every chicken keeper needs. From choosing the right judging regalia (coat, apron, or vest?) to …

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Heavy Episode With a Lighter Ending 38:36

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Send us a text Dedicated To the Memory of Charlie Kirk who we thank for all he gave to save our country. Our email is [email protected] Instagram is 2scrappychicks #Whirpool #Shark I love HUM and think you will too! Shop through my link to get your first box free! (up to a $40 value) http://rwrd.io/41772f3?s…

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Backyard Chicken Beginners 2025 Is It Worth It? Costs, Coops, and Common Mistakes (Learn How to Avoid Them HERE!) 20:29

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Dreaming of gathering fresh eggs from your own backyard? 🥚 In this beginner-friendly episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, we dive into the trending question for 2025: Are backyard chickens really worth it for beginners? With more than 11 million U.S. households raising chickens and millions of chicks sold each year, backyard chicken keeping is …

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Episode 250 Leghorn Chicken / Chicken Skin and the Integumentary System / Apple Custard Bars / Fancy Paper Egg Cartons 46:36

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In this week's episode, we spotlight one of the most popular little chickens in the world - the Leghorn! For our main topic, we take an in-depth look at the chicken's skin and integumentary system, and how they work. This week's recipe is delicious Apple Custard Bars, and we share some retail therapy with fun and fancy paper egg cartons. Grubbly Fa…

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Miss America raising hope and awareness for CF 36:12

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Miss America 2025 Abbie Stockard: A Champion for Kids, Health, and Cystic Fibrosis Abbie Stockard, Miss America 2025, joins us to share her incredible journey, from Auburn University nursing student and Tiger Paws dancer to national advocate and role model. At just 22, Abbie has earned over $89,000 in scholarships through the Miss America Opportuni…

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Ashleys Story Part 2 27:02

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Send us a text links Second Hand Children's Clothing Store | Once Upon A Child Crisis Pregnancy Center Map - CPC Map As we move forward we will get better at editing this podcast. Thank you for your support. I love HUM and think you will too! Shop through my link to get your first box free! (up to a $40 value) http://rwrd.io/41772f3?s…

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Just an Update 40:10

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Send us a text Note We discussed Eric and Lyle and their hearings . This was recorded before we heard Lyle was denied, I love HUM and think you will too! Shop through my link to get your first box free! (up to a $40 value) http://rwrd.io/41772f3?sBy Ginger& Marie

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Our Biggest Beginner Homestead Fails (and the 4-Step Reset to Recover) 20:29

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Are you a beginner homesteader feeling overwhelmed by garden disasters, chicken chaos, or just not knowing where to start? You’re not alone—and in today’s episode of Chickens & Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing our biggest beginner homestead fails and the 4-step reset we use to recover, so you can avoid frustration and grow your homestead with confide…

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Chicken DNA Testing with Knights Poultry and Lab: Sexing, Genetics, and Breeding Insights 26:07

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we sit down with Brittany from Knights Poultry and Lab in Mississippi to explore the fascinating world of chicken DNA testing. From sexing Silkies and Ameraucanas to identifying the blue egg gene, recessive white, chocolate, lavende…

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Ep 10: F.I.G.H.T. - Family. Integrity. God in the Center. Humility. Teamwork. 1:02:17

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Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Aaron Phillips—husband, dad, entrepreneur, and former UFC fighter—for a conversation about the tension between chasing your biggest dreams and faithfully showing up for the life right in front of you. Aaron opens up about what it was like to build a growing gym while training for a shot at the UFC—and…

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How to Start a Homestead as a SAHM: Beginner’s Guide to Chickens, Gardens, and Self-Sufficiency 20:29

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Ever wondered how to start a homestead as a complete beginner—especially if you’re balancing it all as a stay-at-home mom? In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I share not just the step-by-step basics of building your first homestead, but also my real-life stories—the highlights, the failures, the laughs, and the moments where God car…

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Episode 249 Silverudd's Blue Chicken / Tips for Molting Chickens / Autumn Apple Frittata with Herbs / Suet Cakes 38:57

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the gorgeous green-egg laying Silverudd's Blue chicken. It's our annual molting episode and we share our best tips for getting your flock through it all. Our recipe for this week is a delicious Autumn Apple Frittata with Herbs, and we get some retail therapy with suet cakes. Grubbly Farms - click here for our af…

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MRI Fingerprinting: Revolutionizing Care for Rare / Dr. Chris Flask 36:28

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What if a scan could do more than show you a picture, what if it could tell you a story about what’s happening inside a child’s body, in real time? That’s exactly what Dr. Chris Flask is working to make possible. Dr. Flask is a Professor of Radiology, Biomedical Engineering, and Pediatrics at Case Western Reserve University and University Hospitals…

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Which Breed of Chickens to Add to Your Homestead: My Top 4 Beginner-Friendly Choices for Starting Your First Flock 20:29

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Have you been wondering what are the best chicken breeds for beginners? Or maybe you’ve searched “best chickens for hot climates,” “cold-hardy chicken breeds for homesteads,” or “which chickens lay the most eggs for a backyard flock”? Friend, you’re in the right place! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing my top 4 chicken …

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Assessing Your Chicken’s Health: Observations, Necropsy, and Breeding Insights 43:02

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! In this episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we dive deep into how to assess your chicken’s health—from daily live observations to hands-on necropsy techniques. Carey and Jennifer share detailed notes from their flocks, including Orpington grow-out observations, line breeding …

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How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months 20:29

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Are you dreaming of building your own homestead from scratch, but overwhelmed by where to start? In this heartfelt and practical episode, “How I Started My Own Homestead Step-by-Step: Zero to Self-Sufficiency in 12 Months”, I share an honest blueprint—from tiny backyard beginnings to a thriving, faith-filled, self-sufficient homestead. You'll get a…

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Episode 248 Old English Pheasant Fowl Chicken / Dr. Rebecca on Cancer in Chickens / 4 Ingredient Almond Cookies / Knitted Emotional Support Chickens 56:28

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the very rare, very old, and very beautiful Old English Pheasant Fowl chicken. Dr. Rebecca, our avian veterinarian, joins us to talk about cancer in chickens. We share our recipe for easy 4 Ingredient Almond Cookies, and find some retail therapy with knitted emotional support chickens. Grubbly Farms - click here…

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Mini-Farms & Micro-Homesteads: 3 Simple Tips to Get Started Anywhere 11:22

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Dreaming of starting a homestead but think you don’t have enough land? The truth is, you don’t need acres to live more self-sufficiently—you can begin right where you are! In this episode, I’ll share 3 simple tips to start your own mini-farm or micro-homestead—even if all you have is a backyard, a balcony, or just a few containers on the porch. We’…

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Next Level Nerds with Redmond Hills Farm: Chickens & Quail to profit 44:19

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! We’re back with another Next Level Nerds episode, and this one’s packed with real-world farming grit and laughs. 🐓🌱 Meet Bernadine & Ray from Redmond Hills Farm in Oregon. They’ve turned retirement into full-time farming—raising pasture-raised Cornish chickens, quail for eggs &…

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Ep 9: Abortion Table to Miracle Baby 59:15

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Send us a text In this powerful episode, I sit down with my friend Christian Robertson, whose life almost ended before it ever began. Christian shares his journey from being the child doctors said wouldn't survive or at best, would be dependent his whole life—to growing up in a home marked by addiction, absence, and instability—and how he later fou…

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Episode 247 Rhode Island Red Chicken / Soil Testing for Poultry / Zucchini Black Walnut Cake / Chicken Alarm Clocks 52:07

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In this week's episode, we spotlight the most famous chicken in the world- the Rhode Island Red! We discuss the importance of soil testing before you build coops and runs or after if you're seeing symptoms of heavy metal poisoning. We share our recipe for delicious Zucchini Black Walnut Cake, and deliver some retail therapy with chicken alarm clock…

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Episode 246 Welsummer Chicken / Grubbly Farm's Sean Warner on 10 Years of Chicken Treats and More / Italian Zucchini Bake with Eggs and Cannellini Beans / Grubbly Farms Hemp Bedding 1:03:01

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In this week's episode we spotlight the chicken for everyone - the beautiful Welsummer! Sean Warner, co-founder of Grubbly Farms, joins us to talk about 10 years in the grub business, and how Grubblies strives to keep up with changes in chicken-keeping. We share our recipe for a delicious Italian Zucchini Bake with Eggs and Cannellini Beans, and de…

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Singing, Acting and Advocacy: It's in Julia Rae's DNA! 39:44

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“I always say that singing and performing was as much a part of my DNA as cystic fibrosis.” Julia Rae From the moment Julia Rae could speak, she was singing, and from the moment she could dream, she was already imagining a bigger stage. As her mother fondly recalls, at just two years old, Julia was watching Barney on TV and asked, “How do I get in …

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All About Coccidiosis in Chickens PART TWO 51:26

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Thank you for listening to this episode of Bawk Tawk, Welcome to Chickenlandia's 100% Friendly Backyard Chickens Show! In this episode, Coccidiosis. Part Two is all about diagnosis and treatment. Hope you love it. 😃 Become a more confident chicken keeper with my new online course: Backyard Chickens 101 - A Chicken Course for Everyone. Click here fo…

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How I Started Raising Chickens With No Experience: 3 Essential Tips for Beginners 20:29

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this episode, I share how I started raising chickens with no experience—and the 3 beginner-friendly tips that will help you avoid common mistakes, save money, and enjoy the journey from day one. Whether you live in the city, suburbs, or country, you’ll learn how to start a backyard chicken coop, choose the right breeds for your family, and create a…

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Choosing the Right Poultry Breeds for Self-Sufficiency: Heritage chicken vs. Cornish, Ducks, Quail & More 38:17

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Ever wondered which chicken, duck, or quail breed is best for your self-sufficient lifestyle? In this fun and informative episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, Carey and Jennifer compare their two very different homesteads—one on multiple acres, one on a small plot—to show how …

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How to Start Raising Meat Chickens in Your Backyard: 5 Quick Tips for Beginners 20:29

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Thinking about raising meat chickens in your backyard but feeling a bit overwhelmed? You’re not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I break down 5 quick, essential tips every beginner needs before getting started with meat birds. Whether you’re dreaming of fast-growing Cornish Cross chickens or the hardier Freedom Rangers, I’l…

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Ashleys Story Part 1 22:31

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Send us a text My Daughter Ashley shares her story on her miscarriage. I love HUM and think you will too! Shop through my link to get your first box free! (up to a $40 value) http://rwrd.io/41772f3?sBy Ginger& Marie

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This Is Us 34:23

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Send us a text A little background on who we are. I love HUM and think you will too! Shop through my link to get your first box free! (up to a $40 value) http://rwrd.io/41772f3?sBy Ginger& Marie

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Finishing the Chicken Coop and creating Rooster Village 28:50

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Life on the Wyoming homestead is never dull, especially when your livestock guardian dog decides to test its herding instincts - on the wrong animal. In this lively episode, we recount the hilarious (and slightly chaotic) moment when our fluffy Great Pyrenees locked eyes on the rooster and the chase was on. You’ll hear about the quick thinking it t…

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Small-Space Gardens & Composting: Beginner Homestead Tips for Every Mom 13:59

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Do you wish you could start a garden—but feel stuck with limited space, no time, and little experience? You're not alone! In this episode of Chickens and Farming Made Easy, I’m sharing my best small-space gardening tips and composting hacks that any busy mom can do—no acreage required. Whether you’ve got a balcony, a backyard, or just a porch, this…

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Backyard Chickens on a Budget: How to Start Raising Chickens Without Breaking the Bank 38:44

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send us an email and be sure to include your address so we can respond! Thinking about raising chickens but overwhelmed by fancy coops and expensive setups? In this down-to-earth episode of the Poultry Nerds Podcast, we go back to basics with practical, budget-friendly tips for beginners. From cardboard box brooders to free pallet coops, we share o…

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Ep 8: Chick Fil A Won't Hire Me?! 1:07:23

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Send us a text This episode is about so much more than a job rejection. It’s about the identity crisis that happens when life doesn’t go as planned—and how performance, pressure, and pain can cloud our view of who we truly are. I share openly about wrestling with self-worth, questioning if I really believe God is faithful, and the journey of untang…

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Turning Homesteading Into Your Job: Make a Living from the Land 20:29

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Are you dreaming of escaping the 9–5 and turning your homestead into a full-time income? In this episode, I share how I built a life and livelihood through chickens, gardens, value-added goods, and faith—no matter the size of your property. I’ll walk you through: Profitable homestead ideas, from backyard chicken eggs and chicken breeding to jams, s…

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Episode 245 Ancona Duck / Lisa Steele on Starting a Farm or Homestead / Sweet and Sour Fried Eggs / Chicken Coffee Table Books 49:48

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In this week's episode we spotlight the beautiful Ancona duck. Lisa Steele joins us to share her best tips for starting a farm or homestead. We share our recipe for sweet and sour fried eggs, and provide some retail therapy with chicken coffee table books. Grubbly Farms - click here for our affiliate link. https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100963304-…

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Sophie Holmes: 36 marathons in 36 days 36:59

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Never Just Surviving: Sophie Holmes on Running 36 Marathons with Cystic Fibrosis Despite a schedule packed with training, advocacy, and breaking world records, Sophie Holmes of the U.K. always makes time to share her story, and we’re so grateful she did. Diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just four months old, Sophie was told she might not live past…