Best Kody Hanner Podcasts (2025)

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How to Control the Chaos of Adult ADHD with Jaclyn Paul. 59:27

14d ago59:27

59:27

Solutions for controlling the chaos of adult ADHD can be as diverse as the people who manage it every day. Jaclyn Paul shares how she approaches ADHD with her family. Jaclyn Paul lives in Baltimore with her family and is the author of the bestseller Order from Chaos: The Everyday Grind of Staying Organized with Adult ADHD. Sponsored by BaseCampEd A…

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Be Sticky Like a Weed with Jessica Garza from Moose Valley Ranch 56:03

21d ago56:03

56:03

Rural women are forces of nature because they are determined and strong. They are also leading the charge in creative entrepreneurship. Jessica Garza from Moose Valley Ranch joins me in exploring growing a rural business and the challenges with marketing, kids, and time management. Plus, Jessica shares some spot-on social media marketing tips and d…

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Do you know the economics of your homestead? 1:14:12

1M ago1:14:12

1:14:12

Running a successful homestead business goes beyond marketing and accounting. You need to understand the economics of your homestead as well. The principles of economics are not just a global issue; they should guide the operation of any business. Homestead Economics & Business Course: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homesteadeconomics/ Episo…

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Spring Tips For Your Homestead That You Will Thank Yourself For Next Winter 1:09:41

1M ago1:09:41

1:09:41

The snow is melting (hopefully!), the birds are singing, and there's a palpable energy in the air – it's SPRING on the homestead! Today, we're diving into essential tasks and tips to help you make the most of this vibrant season and set your homestead up for a productive year. Whether you're a seasoned homesteader or just starting out, spring is a …

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What its Like Being an Overweight Homesteader Navigating Through the Healthy Food Movement 1:31:43

2M ago1:31:43

1:31:43

As our country embraces an amazing new grassroots health movement for our families, we will also be looking at healthy foods, weight, and childhood obesity. I, for one, am 100% on board for this, as I am one of many in my generation facing the results of an unhealthy America. We have chronic diseases, struggle with our weight, and deal with inflamm…

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Episode 136: What Happens when a Homesteader Gets Invited to DC for National Ag Day 54:13

2M ago54:13

54:13

When a homesteader gets invited to Capital Hill in DC for National Ag Day, we tend to glean some information between the lines. Hear my insights on what is going on in Ag policy and the next big steps for rural agriculture education! Episode Links: National Ag Day: https://www.agday.org/ National Grange: https://www.nationalgrange.org/ Find Kody Ad…

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What should I feed my kids when questions of what is in our food plasters the news? 57:25

2M ago57:25

57:25

I had an appointment with my general practitioner last week. She told me about all the moms that come through her office with anxiety over what to feed their kids. Every day, new information exposes new dangers in our food supply, causing new (and seasoned moms) to question what they are putting on their tables. Episode Links: Cheddar: https://amzn…

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Homesteading in the Southern Hemisphere with Living Traditions in Australia 1:08:10

3M ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Have you ever wondered what homesteading is like in the southern hemisphere, specifically Australia? Well, our friends down south are pursuing self-sufficiency much in the same manner as we are. Join me in a chat with Stephanie from Living Traditions in Australia to explore the differences in climate, predators, spiders, homeschooling, and politics…

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What is the difference between Aggies and Homesteaders? 1:02:41

3M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

With the rise of homesteaders, finding our place in the food system is hard. Bringing up the question of the difference between Aggies and homesteaders. Join me in diving into agriculture policy, small farm statistics, and ag education! Episode Links Homestead Education Blog: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homemadestories Submit a Question: www.theh…

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Season 6 Premier - Stirring Things Up 42:31

3M ago42:31

42:31

Season 6 Premiere! Join me as I delve into the launch of 'Grandma's Old Recipes: Rhythm of a Homestead Kitchen,' a celebration of culinary heritage and the joy of homegrown food. We'll discuss upcoming speaking engagements, share our vision for a self-sufficient future, and invite you to participate in our listener Q&A. Submit your questions at the…

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Guidelines for Creating Result-Driven Goals in Your Life 51:01

4M ago51:01

51:01

Everyone is creating goals for the New Year, and I am loving it! Life gets messy, so take some time to clean out your brain. This week, I have some actionable steps for creating result-driven goals. Then I share what my goals are for my business, homestead, homeschool, and personal life! Plus, I am announcing my word of the year! Episode Links Epis…

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Celebrating a Homestead Christmas 42:41

5M ago42:41

42:41

Just because we live on a homestead, it doesn't mean that my children react to an orange like Laura Ingalls Wilder. We also don't chase every consumer trend for the holidays. We focus on our needs, family, and home-cooked food. Hear how we celebrate on our homestead and how I plan to bring in the New Year! Episode Links Episode about Homestead Misc…

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What Homestead Skills Should You Learn to Save the Most Money? 1:15:28

5M ago1:15:28

1:15:28

What homestead skills are worth the time to learn? It's hard to decide which skills provide the best value and which ones will burn you out. Don't try to learn every skill all at once; learn the ones that provide the most value first. Then, you will have the time and money to focus on everything else. Episode Links Homestead Trivia: www.homesteadtr…

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Get Valuable Tips and the Logistics of Running a Homestead Business 50:39

5M ago50:39

50:39

Running a business can be challenging, but the logistics of running a homestead business can have you ready to throw in the towel. I'm here to tell you about some of the challenges we have faced while growing our homestead business and how you can avoid them for yourself. Podcast Links Homesteaders Guide to Relocating: https://www.thehomesteadeduca…

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Homestead Gift Ideas That Will Actually Get Used 41:11

6M ago41:11

41:11

Get a homesteader's perspective on homestead gift ideas that your friends and family will actually use and appreciate. Homestead (and homeschool) families can be some of the toughest to buy gifts for because they are opting out of consumerism. I have put together a list of great items that will excite everyone! Podcast Links 60 Homestead Gift Ideas…

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Are there misconceptions about being a homesteader? 53:26

6M ago53:26

53:26

Do you ever feel people have misconceptions about what it means to be a homesteader? Or do you ever feel like you aren't meeting the bar with your homesteading? Homesteading doesn't have to fit in a box. In fact, as a homesteader, you are creating your own box! Join me to talk about what it means to be a homesteader and how you can better reach you…

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Good Food and a Stubborn Wife Saved My Life with Ron Hanner 1:24:54

6M ago1:24:54

1:24:54

In a special episode, my husband, Ron Hanner, joins me to discuss why we began homesteading. We hope no one else ever has to face this story, but we are so happy that we have reached a place where we can hopefully help you on your journey toward self-sufficiency! When the American food system is broken, we share how we have fixed it for ourselves. …

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How to get your homestead ready for winter 1:11:51

7M ago1:11:51

1:11:51

No matter what climate you live in, you must prepare for harsher seasons by doing certain things. Having lived in both mild and harsh areas, I have some tips for dealing with your animals, equipment, and your home. I also provide you with tons of resources to plan your winter preparedness. Podcast Links Raising Self-Sufficient Kids: https://www.the…

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Should we boycott Boxtops for Education? 1:15:48

7M ago1:15:48

1:15:48

I remember proudly bringing a ziplock baggie filled with cut-out boxtops to school to help fundraise. This is something that I would be embarrassed to do today for a host of reasons. This leads to the question of whether we should be boycotting BoxTops for Education. Podcast Links Homestead Trivia: www.homesteadtrivia.com Raising Self-Sufficient Ki…

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Why Our Nation's Kids Are Losing Their Jobs 1:07:10

7M ago1:07:10

1:07:10

Our nation's kids are being faced with a whole new problem that parents and educators have created. They are unhireable. Hear my take on how we can address the problem by raising self-sufficient kids! Episode Links Homestead Trivia Card Game: www.homesteadtrivia.com "Raising Self-Sufficient Kids Book" Signed Copy: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.…

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Raise Them Rurally 38:20

8M ago38:20

38:20

There has been a lot of controversy over whether a rural childhood is better than an urban one. I'm here to say that, even though I'm happy right where I'm at in the country, it's all about how you raise them! Be the first to order my new book, Raising Self-Sufficient Kids - An Honest Mom's Guide to Intentional Parenting! https://bit.ly/selfsuffici…

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Why we should homeschool with Kody Hanner 59:31

10M ago59:31

59:31

In today's world, our children face unprecedented challenges. Let's give them a true opportunity to learn! Listen today and why you should be homeschooling your kids, along with tons of tips and resources! Episode Links Prairie & Pine Curriculum (Use code: HOMESTEADEDUCATION for 10% off): https://www.prairieandpinecurriculum.com/ Guide to Start Hom…

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Are you sustainably prepared? 55:16

10M ago55:16

55:16

Stocking your basement with freeze-dried foods and bottled water isn't the worst idea, but would you be able to sustain your family when the basement is empty? Today, I'm sharing my thoughts on how to prepare for short- and long-term shutdowns without a ton of extra work or money. Episode Links Nutritional Health Podcast: https://www.thehomesteaded…

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Asking Questions About Nutritional Health with Rachel Hester - Part 2 55:35

10M ago55:35

55:35

My friend Rachel Hester of Whoopsy Daisy Farm and I decided it was time to start asking questions and take a deep dive into the nutritional health that homesteaders are pursuing. We share our personal stories and then bring in all our shared knowledge and personal contacts to understand what's happening to our bodies when we are doing it all right …

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Asking questions about nutritional health with Rachel Hester - Part 1 52:40

10M ago52:40

52:40

My friend Rachel Hester of Whoopsy Daisy Farm and I decided it was time to start asking questions and take a deep dive into the nutritional health that homesteaders are pursuing. We share our personal stories and then bring in all our shared knowledge and personal contacts to understand what's happening to our bodies when we are doing it all right …

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Planning You Highschool Home School Years with Kris Cox 49:53

11M ago49:53

49:53

As homeschooling through the high school years becomes more popular and accepted, it is important to ensure you support your whole student. Kris Cox of Homeschool with Confidence shares how to guide your student through high school, from career assessment to transcript planning. Find Kris Website: www.hswithconfidence.com Facebook: https://www.face…

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Teach Kids Critical Thinking with Natalie Burns 47:04

11M ago47:04

47:04

As a certified teacher turned homeschooling mom herself, Natalie Burns from Homeschool Teaching Simplified is on a mission to empower homeschooling moms with the tools to teach critical thinking skills, without sacrificing time from the core subjects, so you can see your child take initiative for their learning. "How can we continue to engage with …

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Bringing Back the Educational Magazine with Carolynne Hill 44:58

11M ago44:58

44:58

In the early 1900s, American families had an average of four magazine subscriptions. Today, magazines with educational content are making a comeback with the help of visionaries like Carolynne Hill of Hillside Market. Find Carolynne Website: www.thehillsidemarket.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/thehillsidemarket Kody's Links Website: www.thehomest…

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Practical Crafts with Brittany Form from Mountain Girl Makes It 45:43

12M ago45:43

45:43

Self-sufficiency is more than growing your own food; practical crafts are also skills that have been put by the wayside. Brittany Ford of Mountain Girl Makes It joins me to discuss ways to create on your homestead. Find Brittany Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountain_girl_makes_it/ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum:…

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Do homestead influencers still have a place on social media? 30:45

12M ago30:45

30:45

There are conversations floating around social media that "Back To The Land" movements come in 6 year cycles. So join me on a journey through my research to decide if homestead influencers still have a place on social media. Staking Her Claim: https://amzn.to/44Ouj2y Kody's Links: Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Homestead Curriculum: www.hom…

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Kody's Updates, Rants, and Information 53:30

1y ago53:30

53:30

Sometimes, I just feel the need to share some updates. This episode talks about what happening on our homestead, with our business, the kids, my products, and my favorite books. There is a lot of information in this episode, so check out some of the links below for more information. Episode Links Sponsor the podcast: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/p…

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Nostalgic of a Homestead Childhood with Tiffany Noone 44:26

1y ago44:26

44:26

Tiffany Noone of Fern Woods Farm shares her story of getting started homesteading, nostalgia of a childhood on her grandmother's farm, and her new children's book coming out this summer! Find Tiffany Website: https://www.fernwoodsfarm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fernwoodsfarm/ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculu…

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Blessed to call powerful women my homestead sisters 21:59

1y ago21:59

21:59

Through total exhaustion and jetlag, I share the beauty of praising and uplifting homestead women. Podcast Links Become a Sponsor: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/podcast-sponsor Women's Homestead Society Episode: https://bit.ly/WHSepisode Sophia Eng's Episode: https://bit.ly/sophiasepisode Nourishing Asian Diet: https://amzn.to/3UjWstF Rachel Hester…

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Just Be You With Roxy Kilmer 41:54

1y ago41:54

41:54

Roxy Kilmer from Simply Seeded and author of new children's book, Be You. Roxy is a fellow homesteader who teaches you to grow where you are planted! Find Roxy Website: https://www.simplyseeded.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyseededtoo Book Be You: https://amzn.to/44dVCmJ Find Kody Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com Curriculum: w…

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An Honest Homestead Mom Helping Parents Raise Self-Sufficient Kids 29:20

1y ago29:20

29:20

My goal was to teach self-sufficiency skills to the next generation, but it has also been laid upon my heart to teach parents how to instill in their kids a desire for self-sufficiency. I would like to tell you some of my story of an honest homestead mom. Episode Links: Hanner Homestead: [email protected] Hillsider Magazine (available until …

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An Honest Talk About Raising Boys With Durenda Wilson 1:03:53

1y ago1:03:53

1:03:53

Raising boys often makes us question why in the world they were designed the way they were. But as Durenda Wilson, author of Raising Boys to Men, so hilariously puts it, stupidity is not sustainable. Meaning there is hope for these rambunctious little guys who have blessed our lives! Find Durenda: Website: www.durendawilson.com Get her book, Raisin…

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Getting Kids Excited About Useful Science With Dale Cox 1:14:17

1y ago1:14:17

1:14:17

Dale Cox is a food scientist who has developed several science curriculums on food science and then also on physics through the use of Legos. He has an interesting story about how he pursued a career in food science, and we discuss the merits of food education for our youth. Dale's Links: Website: https://edible-knowledge.com/ Facebook: https://www…

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Introduction to Chickens 101 with Dalia Monterroso 42:12

1y ago42:12

42:12

Get an introduction to backyard chickens with Dalia Monterroso, the self-proclaimed President of Chickenlandia. Dalia has a popular YouTube channel (Welcome to Chickenlandia), a podcast (Bawk Tawk), a chicken course, and a couple of chicken books out there to share her knowledge with you. Podcast Links Website: www.welcometochickenlandia.com YouTub…

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Unschooling Ourselves with Diana Peterson 50:19

1y ago50:19

50:19

Unschooling is a homeschooling method that is rapidly growing in popularity, especially within the homestead community. Diana Peterson from Radically Unschooling shares how kids will rise to embrace their own learning when given the opportunity. However, the key to successful unschooling is learning how to unschool ourselves. Episode Links Find Dia…

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Can you be girly and a homesteader? 56:54

1y ago56:54

56:54

Laura Millat from The Girly Homesteader Podcast shares her story of becoming a homesteader when she felt like she didn't fit any of the molds. While she navigates her journey, she jokes about homestead scout badges and has put together a beautiful and useful planner that you can get for 15% off with code KODY15. Show Links Laura's Website: www.theg…

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It's not an accident that we were called to this life with Jen Roberts from Farm Fresh Family 1:09:01

1y ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Jen Roberts from Farm Fresh Family gives insight into why so many of us have been called to the homestead life. Jen has an amazing and inspirational story about becoming a gluten-free homesteading family. Check out Jen's Gluten-Free Cook, and don't miss her second one launching this week! Find Jen: Website: www.farmfreshfamilyfl.com IG: www.instagr…

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Celebrating 100 Episodes! 45:37

1y ago45:37

45:37

I can't believe I recorded the 100th episode of The Homestead Education Podcast! I have shared so much with you, had so many amazing guests, and been through so many ups and downs. Tune into today's episodes to hear where we've been and where we are going! Episode Links: Homestead Business: www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homestead-business Local Foo…

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Eat Like a Human With James Berry From Pluck Seasonings 59:30

1+ y ago59:30

59:30

We are pumping our bodies with synthetic vitamins in an effort to get healthy. Why not use what nature has given us? I'm referring to organ meat. Before you run away gagging, James Berry from Pluck Seasoning is on the podcast today to tell us all about using freeze-dried organ meats in our food. Get 20% off with code: KODY20 Podcast Links: Pluck Se…

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Exploring the Lifestyle of a Homestead Entrepreneur With Janet Garman 52:38

1+ y ago52:38

52:38

Homesteading and entrepreneurship have a symbiotic relationship in that we make our own schedules and are always seeking new adventures. Janet Garman from Timbercreek Farm and Sawdust Publishing shares the joys and pitfalls of owning a business while homesteading and why we make those choices. Find Janet Timber Creek Farmer: https://www.timbercreek…

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Seed Literacy and Starting with Jason Spahr from Survival Garden Seeds 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

35:38

Learn about seen starting procedure and timing with Jason Spahr from Survival Garden Seeds. Jason also shares the benefits of Survival Garden seeds and the benefits of their site. Get 20% off Survival Garden Seed Packs: https://survivalgardenseeds.com/?ref=KODY10 Enter to Win the Homestead Survival Pack before 2/11/2024: https://survivalgardenseeds…

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Knowing When To Pivot In Your Homeschool With Christine Weller From Schoolhouse Teachers 34:50

1+ y ago34:50

34:50

We always feel like we have to stick to the plan or tough it out with homeschool curriculum. Christine Weller from Schoolhouse Teachers joins us today to chat about when it's ok to pivot and make those changes in your homeschool. We talk about different learning styles and meeting the needs of each of your children. Take a minute to check out Schoo…

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Building a Homestead Education 52:20

1+ y ago52:20

52:20

This is the rawest conversation I will hopefully ever share with you. At the same time, I hope that you take this information to help you and your family grow and build your own homestead education. Links Homestead Bundle: https://thehillsidemarket.com/pages/ultimate-homesteading-package?sca_ref=5214991.61SYL0S1cP The Worst Hard Times: https://amzn…

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Planning My Homestead Year 57:49

1+ y ago57:49

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Homesteads follow an agrarian schedule to meet the needs of the seasons and the market. Learn how I plan my homestead by month and tips for a successful year every year. Don't forget to check out the Ultimate Homestead Bundle before Jan. 21, 2024! Episode Links Ultimate Homestead Bundle: https://thehillsidemarket.com/pages/ultimate-homesteading-pac…

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How To Make Money On Your Homestead 47:23

1+ y ago47:23

47:23

Making money on your homestead helps offset your living costs but can also help keep you or your spouse home with the family. However, sometimes, it is hard to wade through food and agriculture regulations! I break it down for you by product type and where to find information for your state. Episode Links: How to Start a Homestead Business: https:/…

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New Year on the Homestead 20:39

1+ y ago20:39

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Homesteads are a year-round job, but you have to reset at some point in your agrarian schedule. Learn how I reground for the year on my homestead, for my business, and our homeschool. There are a ton of links, so browse them for some handy tips! Links: Website: www.thehomesteadeducation.com PNW Pigs: www.hannerhomestead.com Survival Course: www.the…

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