We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but game-changing—parts of family health: breakfast. In this episode, Renee Kohley of Raising Generation Nourished joins us to talk about why the first meal of the day can make or break your child’s focus, mood, and growth—especially in the teen years. From protein-packed plates to make-ahead strategies,…

We’re diving into one of the most overlooked—but surprisingly important—parts of family nutrition: drinks. In this final episode of our “What Can I Eat?” series, we’re talking about what’s really hydrating (spoiler: it’s not just water), why juice boxes aren’t the solution, and how ancestral wisdom can help us rethink what we offer our kids and our…

We’re diving into one of the trickiest—and most talked-about—topics in modern motherhood: snacks. In this episode, we unpack the cultural obsession with constant snacking, how it impacts our kids’ health (and appetites), and why we’ve made it a priority to rethink the way we snack in our homes. We share what’s actually working in our families, how …

We’re wrapping up our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series with a topic that brings out all the mixed feelings: dessert. Whether you’re the “always say yes” mom, the “no sugar ever” mom, or somewhere in between, this episode is packed with honest conversation, personal stories, and practical ideas for navigating sweets in a culture that normali…

We’re back with part three of our “What CAN I Eat For…” re-recorded series—and this time we’re tackling the end-of-day decision that can feel impossibly heavy: dinner. Whether you’re feeding toddlers, teens, husbands, or just yourself after a long day, this episode is your honest, grace-filled guide to making dinner work in real life. We talk about…

We’re back with the second installment of our re-recorded “What CAN I Eat For…” series—this time tackling the midday meal that every mom dreads: lunch. Whether you homeschool, pack co-op meals, or just find yourself throwing random snacks on a plate at 12:42 pm, this episode is your honest, nourishing reset. We’re sharing what’s actually working in…

We’re kicking off the re-recorded "What CAN I Eat For…" series with one of the most relatable (and often chaotic) topics: breakfast. Whether you're a mom who wakes up ready to cook or someone who just wants coffee in silence, this episode is packed with humor, hard-won wisdom, and practical real food ideas to help make your mornings smoother—and mo…

Please NOTE: Due to increasing censorship on platforms like YouTube, this episode is available exclusively in audio format only. We want to protect the integrity of this important conversation — thank you for understanding and for listening with an open heart. In this powerful and nuanced episode, Corey and Christine are joined by Dr. Nina Marie Ru…

In this episode Corey and Christine sit down to recap the previous 4 episodes from the grain series to reflect on everything they have learned. They share their honest thoughts on each conversation, unpack the spiritual symbolism of bread in the bible, and talk about how these insights have shaped their own experiences in the kitchen and their fait…

In this episode Corey and Christine sit down with renowned anthropologist, author, and food archaeologist Dr. Bill Schindler to dive deep into the ancient art—and science—of bread-making. From the pH of properly fermented sourdough to the impact of properly prepared alcohol, Dr. Schindler brings a wealth of ancestral knowledge and modern research t…

In this episode Corey and Christine are joined by the incredible Sue Becker—author, educator, and founder of The Bread Beckers. Sue has spent decades teaching others about the profound health benefits of freshly milled grains, and today, she brings that wisdom to listeners. Sue shares how freshly milled grains can heal the body, the nutritional los…

In this episode of Modern Ancestral Mamas, we chat with Courtney Queen, the sourdough baker and real food educator behind Butter for All. If you've ever wondered how to keep your sourdough starter thriving, how to make fresh milled flour work in your favorite recipes, or how to incorporate sourdough baking into your homeschool rhythm, this episode …

In this special kickoff to our Grain Series, we’re joined by Sarah and Keira, the co-founders of Unsifted, a Kansas City-based company passionate about making fresh-milled bread products easy. These two mamas are on a mission to bring fresh-milled, nutrient-dense flour back into modern kitchens. In this episode we dive deep into: what fresh milling…

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Holistic Hilda again to discuss the recent press briefing with RFK and FDA head Martin Makary on food dyes. Hilda attended the press briefing and shares all the juicy details with MAM listeners in this episode! We are so grateful to our sponsors! WholeStix | Use code MAMA50 for 50% off any bundle o…

In this powerful episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Dr. Stephanie Seneff, Senior Research Scientist at MIT and one of the world’s leading experts on glyphosate. Dr. Seneff shares the truth behind glyphosate and how it affects gut health and leads to many chronic diseases. She also shares hopeful insights into how we can protect ourselves an…

Mary Ruddick is BACK! This is the third time she sits down with Corey and Christine to break down all the ways women can support their hormones while living in today’s modern world. In this episode, Mary answers all the listeners’ burning questions. You will want to share these episodes with all your friends and family members. We are so grateful f…

Mary Ruddick is BACK! In this episode she sits down with Corey and Christine in a fantastic two part series to break down all the ways women can support their hormones while living in today’s modern world. Mary also shares with listeners her experiences with traditional cultures and the way they approach birth, breastfeeding, feeding children, slee…

In this episode Corey and Christine dive deep into the world of salt with Baja Gold Salt! We explore where Baja Gold sources their salt, what makes it uniquely nutrient-dense, and the specific mineral ratios that contribute to its health benefits. We also tackle an important topic: the controversy surrounding lead and microplastics in salt. Is all …

Corey and Christine begin a new series on their show to help listeners find the best sources of fish. Throughout this series they interview several different fishermen and learn about sustainable trout farming, sustainable salmon fishing, what exactly “wild caught” means, how salmon are harvested, and so much more. If you have been curious about se…

Corey and Christine begin a new series on their show to help listeners find the best sources of fish. Throughout this series they interview several different fishermen and learn about sustainable trout farming, sustainable salmon fishing, what exactly “wild caught” means, how salmon are harvested, and so much more. If you have been curious about se…

Corey and Christine begin a new series on their show to help listeners find the best sources of fish. Throughout this series they interview several different fishermen and learn about sustainable trout farming, sustainable salmon fishing, what exactly “wild caught” means, how salmon are harvested, and so much more. If you have been curious about se…

Corey and Christine sit down with Charles Mayfield of Farrow Life to discuss all topics related to lard, renderling lard, the difference between lard and tallow, lard and tallow as skincare, retinol, toxic skincare products, and more! Charles is funny, extremely knowledgeable about lard and has been in the health and wellness space for a long time.…

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with the one and only Holistic Hilda. HIlda was actually at the RFK Jr. confirmation hearing and she has all the stories and insider information to share with us. Thank you to our sponsors! Holistic Hilda’s Health for the Long Haul course (https://holistichilda.mykajabi.com/health-for-the-long-haul-6-an…

In this episode, Corey and Christine sit down with Oliva Robertson-Moe of Revolve Primal. Olivia shares her story of healing her cycle naturally with food, her top tips for meal prepping, and one of her favorite weekly foods–you won’t believe which one it is! Thank you for supporting the work Corey and I do, we love putting out episodes for our lis…

In this episode, we talk about our breakfast routines, schedules, and tips and tricks that help us get deeply nourishing breakfasts into our kids every morning. Modern Ancestral Mamas Episodes: MAM Episode 7: What CAN I Eat?! - Breakfast Edition MAM Episode 9: What CAN I Eat?! - Lunches Edition MAM Episode 12: What CAN I Eat?! - Dinner Edition MAM …

Podcast Episodes: MAM episode 61: The Truth About Raw Milk with Mark McAfee MAM episode 42: Nourishing Asian Food with Sophia Eng Seed Oil Free Restaurant Guides: Seed Oil Scout 12 Spoons Local fats Books mentioned: Dark Calories Real Food for Pregnancy The New Abnormal Corey’s wing recipe Dietary Fats and Oils…

TRIGGER WARNING: Listener discretion is advised. This episode contains discussions related to sexual abuse. These conversations may be triggering or distressing to some listeners. We encourage listeners to prioritize their well-being and make an informed decision about whether to continue listening. If you or someone you know is affected by any of …

This is our first ever live episode recorded from the 2024 Wise Traditions conference. In this episode, we sat down with Alex Clark of the Culture Apothecary podcast and dug deep into her transformative health journey, what she still struggles with, her why for creating Cultural Apothecary, and the impact she has as a young health and wellness infl…

Join just Corey and I as we share our personal thoughts about the Senate Health Hearing and the Siete Chips merger with Pepsi. In addition, tell us your thoughts about the new podcast intro and our title. We want to hear your thoughts in the reviews or instagram DM’s. These episodes are personal, fun, and an opportunity to hang out with us while fo…

Liz, Corey, and Christine sat down and had a casual conversation about Liz’s fourth pregnancy. They discussed birth stories, prenatal supplements, exercising while pregnant, postpartum and of course baby essentials for the minimalist mama. This episode will feel like you are chatting with Liz, Corey, and Christine at the kitchen table, you won’t wa…

In this episode we talked all about raw milk with one of the original pioneers and advocates of the raw milk movement. MarK McAfee is the owner of Raw Farms, the largest raw milk dairy in the world! He shared about the history of pasteurization, what it does to raw milk, the benefits of raw milk, questions to ask your dairy farmers, where to find r…

In this episode, Julie, the Crunchy Legal Lady gives valuable legal information regarding corporate research, bodily autonomy laws, and va x ine exemption laws. She dives deep into the history of va x ines and explains how it affects us today. You won’t want to miss this episode and make sure to share it with your family and friends! Disclaimer: no…

Corey and I spend time catching up and talking about recent events in our lives and homeschooling. We discuss what we are doing differently this year, curriculums we are using, and how we are structuring our school year. If you are a fellow homeschooling mama, or curious about homeschooling, this is the episode for you! Previous Episodes Mentioned:…

Join us as we chat with Jessica Bullock, a mom of 2, birth worker, herbalist, and founder and farmer at Red Moon Farm. We chat all things vegetables (geeked out!). What organic growing can and maybe should look like? What does Certified Organic Farming mean and is it necessary? How has the organic label changed? How can consumers buy the best produ…

Use code: nourishthelittles15 for 15% off your order of Birthright Supplements. Both Corey and I take Bloom and Revive and love the changes we have felt while taking them. In this episode, Corey and I sit down with the founder and formulator of Birthright supplements, the only whole food, animal based women’s prenatal currently on the market. Amy s…

Brace yourselves folks, this episode is a tough one! If you are interested in learning more about the truth behind school lunches, glyphosate, and GMO’s then this episode is for you. Zen Honeycutt is the founder of Moms Across America and author of the book Unstoppable. She shares with us her story of fashion designer to holistic health advocate an…

In this episode we discussed lunches. We talked about packing lunches, how to make nutrient dense lunches, how to transition from SAD lunch foods to cleaner options, and who to contact if you are interested in making a difference in your school’s lunch program. What CAN I Eat?! - Mini Series Episode 7: What CAN I Eat?! - Breakfast Edition Episode 9…

In this episode, Corey and I continue to discuss the subject of school lunches. Check out the first episode in this series with Hilary Boynton. Today we sit down with Aran Goldstein, a passionate chef and devoted parent, who is making a significant impact on the way children experience food at school. Aran, known as the "lunch dad," prepares hot lu…

Christine and Corey will be starting a new episode series focused on the subject of school lunches. For this episode, they decided to bring on Hilary Boynton who has revolutionized how school lunches are served at her kids’ school in Manzanita, CA. Hilary shared her story of healing through GAPS and how she became a mother of five, started off as t…

Christine and Corey learn all about the basics of canning in this informative episode with Jenny Gomes. Jenny talks about the benefits of canning, the difference between canning and fermenting, and the tools required to successfully can. Additionally, she walks you through a step by step process of how you would can a particular food. For any liste…

Corey and I wanted to share our thoughts on the three, wonderful episodes we recorded with Mary Ruddick, Deborah Macnamara, and Sally Fallon Morell. We dove into the key takeaways from our conversations with each guest, explored how each episode resonated with our own personal parenting philosophies, and even shared a little behind the scenes snipp…

Corey and I were thrilled to interview the president and co-founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, Sally Fallon Morell. In this episode we delve into the history of when Sally first read Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, her inspiration for writing Nourishing Traditions, and then how she started the foundation. We touch on how she fed her ki…

In this episode, we interviewed Dr. Deborah MacNamara, author of the book: Nourished– She talks about how food has been divorced from connection and it was never meant to be this way. In today’s society, we are worrying too much about WHAT to feed our families and forgetting to focus on our relationships. If you are a mama struggling with obsessing…

In this episode we have the privilege of exploring the fascinating realm of ancestral wisdom with Mary Ruddick. Mary shares her experiences living with the last of the traditional cultures and what she has learned from them. We discuss connection to nature, communal living, family structures, male and female roles, and how to apply the wisdom of th…

In this heartfelt episode, join our hosts as they take a stroll down memory lane, delving into the enchanting tale of how their paths first crossed. The hosts open up about their initial impressions of each other, their decision to start a podcast together, and their ideas for naming the show. Listeners will be treated to amusing anecdotes, relatab…

Corey and I are thrilled to be back in 2024 with more educational, interesting, and fun episodes for you! We wanted to start the year off by learning all about herbalism. Lisa Masé is a holistic nutritionist, herbalist, and parent homesteading on the traditional lands of the Abenaki people in Vermont. In this episode, we discuss the basics of herba…

Mamas, are you TTC, pregnant, nursing, or struggling with gestational diabetes then this is the episode you want to listen to! Lily Nichols is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to perinatal nutrition and we cover everything you will want to know about the subject. Some of the subjects we touch on are: the best foods to eat when trying to conceive…

Reading aloud isn’t just for little kids! Sharing stories through oral tellings is an ancient tradition and in our modern world the custom is just as, if not even more, rich and necessary. Sarah MacKenzie gives us so much through this interview, as well as through her books and podcast. She is the kind of mom friend we all need. Full of encourageme…

Are you a caregiver getting ready to start solids with your baby? Or maybe you are a parent of a toddler and want to improve their eating habits. This episode with Dr. Leah Foreman is just the episode for you! We discuss when to start solids with baby, the best first foods to begin with, why eating whole, real foods are important for oral motor dev…

In this episode, we interviewed Sophia Nguyen Eng, author of the forthcoming Nourishing Asian Cookbook. Sophia is a first-generation Vietnamese-American and first-generation regenerative farmer. If you are a lover of Asian cuisine, this episode is for you! We discussed why Asian dishes have a complexity and depth of flavor, how Sophia became inspir…