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Homestead Shop Talk
The 100th Episode with Jason, Ben and Al
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!
2025-05-23
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
The 100th Episode with Jason, Ben and Al
Jason, Al and Ben talk about the week on their homestead! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!
2025-05-23
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 90 Staying Prepared with Jason, Ben & Al
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics ranging from their observations about the abundance of car washes in North Carolina to the challenges and experiences of winter camping. They share personal anecdotes about weather changes, seasonal activities, and the joys and difficulties of outdoor life. The conversation flows naturally, highlighting the camaraderie among the hosts as they reflect on their homesteading experiences and the lessons learned from nature. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics related to farming and construction, including the frustrations of bureaucracy, the challenges of building a custom walk-in cooler, and the anticipation of fresh...
2025-03-14
1h 06
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 90 Staying Prepared with Jason, Ben & Al
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics ranging from their observations about the abundance of car washes in North Carolina to the challenges and experiences of winter camping. They share personal anecdotes about weather changes, seasonal activities, and the joys and difficulties of outdoor life. The conversation flows naturally, highlighting the camaraderie among the hosts as they reflect on their homesteading experiences and the lessons learned from nature. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics related to farming and construction, including the frustrations of bureaucracy, the challenges of building a custom walk-in cooler, and the anticipation of fresh...
2025-03-14
1h 06
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 84 Back from Texas, Sausage making and a Moose
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences, including Jason's trip to Texas for the APPA Conference, where he learned about pasture poultry production and enjoyed some delicious barbecue. They also delve into Jason's plans for mushroom inoculation and the winter activities Al has been engaged in, including snow grooming and wildlife observations. The conversation highlights the challenges and joys of homesteading, as well as the importance of community and shared experiences in this lifestyle. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to farming and homesteading, including the recent unusual weather patterns, the process of butchering...
2025-01-31
52 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 84 Back from Texas, Sausage making and a Moose
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences, including Jason's trip to Texas for the APPA Conference, where he learned about pasture poultry production and enjoyed some delicious barbecue. They also delve into Jason's plans for mushroom inoculation and the winter activities Al has been engaged in, including snow grooming and wildlife observations. The conversation highlights the challenges and joys of homesteading, as well as the importance of community and shared experiences in this lifestyle. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to farming and homesteading, including the recent unusual weather patterns, the process of butchering...
2025-01-31
52 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 82 Biggest Expense on the Homestead
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences with winter weather, including unexpected snowfalls and the challenges of sledding. They also delve into animal care, particularly focusing on the health of Al's pig, Sweet Potato, and the impact of winter on their livestock. The conversation shifts to the complexities of sourcing animal feed, weighing the pros and cons of bulk versus bagged grain, and the challenges of finding affordable, organic options. The hosts share insights on their homesteading experiences, emphasizing the importance of preparation and adaptability in the face of changing seasons. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various...
2025-01-17
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 82 Biggest Expense on the Homestead
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent experiences with winter weather, including unexpected snowfalls and the challenges of sledding. They also delve into animal care, particularly focusing on the health of Al's pig, Sweet Potato, and the impact of winter on their livestock. The conversation shifts to the complexities of sourcing animal feed, weighing the pros and cons of bulk versus bagged grain, and the challenges of finding affordable, organic options. The hosts share insights on their homesteading experiences, emphasizing the importance of preparation and adaptability in the face of changing seasons. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various...
2025-01-17
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 81 The Week in Review
Jason, Ben and Al reflect on their New Year's celebrations, discuss the challenges of cold weather on their homesteads, and share experiences with animal health issues, particularly a prolapsed rectum in pigs. They also delve into breeding decisions for their pigs, the importance of organization in their homesteading projects, and the recent uptick in chicken sales after the holiday season. They discuss their preparations for upcoming chicken shipments, the challenges of building and organizing farm equipment, and the ongoing issues with tractor maintenance. They also share their experiences with curing meats and the joys of charcuterie, culminating in a...
2025-01-10
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 81 The Week in Review
Jason, Ben and Al reflect on their New Year's celebrations, discuss the challenges of cold weather on their homesteads, and share experiences with animal health issues, particularly a prolapsed rectum in pigs. They also delve into breeding decisions for their pigs, the importance of organization in their homesteading projects, and the recent uptick in chicken sales after the holiday season. They discuss their preparations for upcoming chicken shipments, the challenges of building and organizing farm equipment, and the ongoing issues with tractor maintenance. They also share their experiences with curing meats and the joys of charcuterie, culminating in a...
2025-01-10
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 80 What if We Did Get Together
Jason, Al, and Ben reflect on their holiday experiences, including Christmas dinners and winter weather challenges. They share stories about their homesteading projects, equipment updates, and the impact of sickness during the holiday season. The conversation also touches on hunting season reflections and the challenges of managing livestock and equipment in winter conditions. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics ranging from innovative cooling solutions for road trips to the creative process behind a year-in-review video. They also touch on personal fitness routines during winter, the importance of organization in their workspaces, and plans for spring projects involving...
2025-01-03
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 80 What if We Did Get Together
Jason, Al, and Ben reflect on their holiday experiences, including Christmas dinners and winter weather challenges. They share stories about their homesteading projects, equipment updates, and the impact of sickness during the holiday season. The conversation also touches on hunting season reflections and the challenges of managing livestock and equipment in winter conditions. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics ranging from innovative cooling solutions for road trips to the creative process behind a year-in-review video. They also touch on personal fitness routines during winter, the importance of organization in their workspaces, and plans for spring projects involving...
2025-01-03
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 79 The Last One of the Year
Jason, Al, and Ben reflect on their experiences over the past year, share holiday greetings, and discuss the challenges and joys of homesteading during the winter months. They delve into the guilt associated with downtime in content creation, the difficulties posed by cold weather, and the progress made on various building projects. The conversation also touches on animal behavior in winter, egg production, and personal projects, culminating in a sense of community and shared experiences among homesteaders. In this conversation, the hosts explore various topics ranging from their fascination with ostriches and the challenges of dealing with invasive plants...
2024-12-27
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 79 The Last One of the Year
Jason, Al, and Ben reflect on their experiences over the past year, share holiday greetings, and discuss the challenges and joys of homesteading during the winter months. They delve into the guilt associated with downtime in content creation, the difficulties posed by cold weather, and the progress made on various building projects. The conversation also touches on animal behavior in winter, egg production, and personal projects, culminating in a sense of community and shared experiences among homesteaders. In this conversation, the hosts explore various topics ranging from their fascination with ostriches and the challenges of dealing with invasive plants...
2024-12-27
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 78 Holiday Christmas & Wild Chickens
Jason, Ben and Al discuss their Christmas traditions, the challenges of content creation during rainy weather, and a humorous story about a surprise delivery of wood chips. They also share wildlife encounters, health tips for winter, and insights into managing solar power systems during the colder months. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various topics including the intricacies of battery systems, the unpredictable nature of weather, the growth and care of a livestock dog named Brutus, unique coffee traditions from New England, and the challenges of fencing projects. Each theme is explored in depth, providing insights into the...
2024-12-20
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 78 Holiday Christmas & Wild Chickens
Jason, Ben and Al discuss their Christmas traditions, the challenges of content creation during rainy weather, and a humorous story about a surprise delivery of wood chips. They also share wildlife encounters, health tips for winter, and insights into managing solar power systems during the colder months. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various topics including the intricacies of battery systems, the unpredictable nature of weather, the growth and care of a livestock dog named Brutus, unique coffee traditions from New England, and the challenges of fencing projects. Each theme is explored in depth, providing insights into the...
2024-12-20
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 77 Tools, Learning and Formed Meats
Al, Ben and Jason discuss their Christmas tree traditions, the impact of recent weather changes, innovations in snow removal with a new snowblower, and the challenges of managing livestock, particularly pigs. They share personal anecdotes and practical tips for homesteading during the winter season. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of farming, particularly focusing on their experiences with pigs, fencing challenges, lessons learned from handling hay bales, and preparations for butchering livestock. They share insights on animal behavior, health issues, and the importance of proper management techniques. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of butchering classes...
2024-12-13
1h 05
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 77 Tools, Learning and Formed Meats
Al, Ben and Jason discuss their Christmas tree traditions, the impact of recent weather changes, innovations in snow removal with a new snowblower, and the challenges of managing livestock, particularly pigs. They share personal anecdotes and practical tips for homesteading during the winter season. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of farming, particularly focusing on their experiences with pigs, fencing challenges, lessons learned from handling hay bales, and preparations for butchering livestock. They share insights on animal behavior, health issues, and the importance of proper management techniques. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of butchering classes...
2024-12-13
1h 05
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 76 It's Part of Country Living
Jason, Al, and Ben share their Thanksgiving experiences, discussing the various dishes they prepared and enjoyed. They reflect on the evolution of Black Friday shopping, reminiscing about camping out for deals in the past. The conversation shifts to livestock management as they discuss winter preparations for their animals. Finally, they delve into the topic of beaver encounters on Al's property, sharing trapping techniques and the surprising uses of beaver glands in food products. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of homesteading, including the ethics of eating game animals, the challenges of wildlife management, and the processes involved...
2024-12-06
1h 13
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 76 It's Part of Country Living
Jason, Al, and Ben share their Thanksgiving experiences, discussing the various dishes they prepared and enjoyed. They reflect on the evolution of Black Friday shopping, reminiscing about camping out for deals in the past. The conversation shifts to livestock management as they discuss winter preparations for their animals. Finally, they delve into the topic of beaver encounters on Al's property, sharing trapping techniques and the surprising uses of beaver glands in food products. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of homesteading, including the ethics of eating game animals, the challenges of wildlife management, and the processes involved...
2024-12-06
1h 13
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 75 Thanksgiving Traditions or NOT
Jason, Al, and Ben share their Thanksgiving traditions, culinary adventures, and the challenges of cooking a whole pig for Friendsgiving. They discuss their experiences with family gatherings, the joys of cooking, and the lessons learned from their homesteading lifestyle. The conversation also touches on their recent trip to a Renaissance Fair and the challenges faced with equipment maintenance, particularly with Bobcat machinery. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of their farming and homesteading experiences, including challenges with equipment, the features of a new excavator, cattle management, egg production, and the process of butchering pigs. They also share...
2024-11-29
59 min
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 75 Thanksgiving Traditions or NOT
Jason, Al, and Ben share their Thanksgiving traditions, culinary adventures, and the challenges of cooking a whole pig for Friendsgiving. They discuss their experiences with family gatherings, the joys of cooking, and the lessons learned from their homesteading lifestyle. The conversation also touches on their recent trip to a Renaissance Fair and the challenges faced with equipment maintenance, particularly with Bobcat machinery. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various aspects of their farming and homesteading experiences, including challenges with equipment, the features of a new excavator, cattle management, egg production, and the process of butchering pigs. They also share...
2024-11-29
59 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 74 It's butchering season, not holiday season
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the seasonal changes in their homesteading activities, focusing on butchering workshops, the quality of pork, DIY projects, and the challenges of content creation during the winter months. They reflect on their experiences with community engagement through workshops, the importance of maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and the balance between work and personal time as the year comes to a close. The conversation also touches on future aspirations and the desire for breaks amidst the busy homesteading lifestyle. In this episode, the hosts share their experiences from a busy week on the homestead, including...
2024-11-22
1h 06
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 74 It's butchering season, not holiday season
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the seasonal changes in their homesteading activities, focusing on butchering workshops, the quality of pork, DIY projects, and the challenges of content creation during the winter months. They reflect on their experiences with community engagement through workshops, the importance of maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and the balance between work and personal time as the year comes to a close. The conversation also touches on future aspirations and the desire for breaks amidst the busy homesteading lifestyle. In this episode, the hosts share their experiences from a busy week on the homestead, including...
2024-11-22
1h 06
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 73 Impact of Upcoming Changes on Farm Food
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent activities in homesteading, including weather conditions, pig farming experiments, and butchering classes. Ben shares insights from his pig butchering class, highlighting the camaraderie among participants and the challenges of teaching. Al recounts his experience butchering turkeys and pouring concrete for a cattle chute, emphasizing the importance of proper techniques and weather considerations. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics ranging from building structures for livestock, wildlife encounters, holiday preparations, and personal experiences with Christmas traditions. They share insights on DIY projects, community feedback on their work, and the challenges of managing...
2024-11-15
1h 03
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 73 Impact of Upcoming Changes on Farm Food
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their recent activities in homesteading, including weather conditions, pig farming experiments, and butchering classes. Ben shares insights from his pig butchering class, highlighting the camaraderie among participants and the challenges of teaching. Al recounts his experience butchering turkeys and pouring concrete for a cattle chute, emphasizing the importance of proper techniques and weather considerations. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various topics ranging from building structures for livestock, wildlife encounters, holiday preparations, and personal experiences with Christmas traditions. They share insights on DIY projects, community feedback on their work, and the challenges of managing...
2024-11-15
1h 03
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 71 Fences, Lard and Chainsaws
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their favorite movies, delve into Al's recent fencing project, and share experiences about the changing weather as winter approaches. They explore the challenges of working on a homestead, including dealing with rocky soil and the importance of planning for seasonal changes. The conversation highlights the balance between family life, homesteading tasks, and the impact of weather on their projects. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of farming, including breeding timelines for pigs and cows, the challenges of managing livestock during cold weather, and the implications of artificial insemination in cattle breeding. They...
2024-11-01
1h 05
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 71 Fences, Lard and Chainsaws
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss their favorite movies, delve into Al's recent fencing project, and share experiences about the changing weather as winter approaches. They explore the challenges of working on a homestead, including dealing with rocky soil and the importance of planning for seasonal changes. The conversation highlights the balance between family life, homesteading tasks, and the impact of weather on their projects. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various aspects of farming, including breeding timelines for pigs and cows, the challenges of managing livestock during cold weather, and the implications of artificial insemination in cattle breeding. They...
2024-11-01
1h 05
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 70 Will Helene Get More People into Homesteading
Jason, Al, and Ben share their experiences from the past week, including breakfast routines, busy homesteading activities, and a successful butchering class. They discuss community engagement, unexpected opportunities with chickens, and challenges faced with basement mold. They also explore heating solutions for the upcoming winter and reflect on community preparedness in light of recent events. The discussion highlights the importance of self-sufficiency and the mindset of homesteading, emphasizing the need for backup plans and resources. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https...
2024-10-25
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 70 Will Helene Get More People into Homesteading
Jason, Al, and Ben share their experiences from the past week, including breakfast routines, busy homesteading activities, and a successful butchering class. They discuss community engagement, unexpected opportunities with chickens, and challenges faced with basement mold. They also explore heating solutions for the upcoming winter and reflect on community preparedness in light of recent events. The discussion highlights the importance of self-sufficiency and the mindset of homesteading, emphasizing the need for backup plans and resources. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https...
2024-10-25
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 69 Coffee Milk vs. Hush Puppy
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the recent weather challenges they faced, including high winds and impending frost. They share experiences from their homesteads, including preparations for winter and the impact of a recent flood in Asheville. The conversation highlights community resilience, the importance of local businesses, and the joy of seasonal activities like apple picking and pork processing. The hosts also touch on their upcoming workshops and building projects, emphasizing the camaraderie and support within the homesteading community. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from quiet airports and local lumber yards to winter projects and...
2024-10-18
52 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 69 Coffee Milk vs. Hush Puppy
Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the recent weather challenges they faced, including high winds and impending frost. They share experiences from their homesteads, including preparations for winter and the impact of a recent flood in Asheville. The conversation highlights community resilience, the importance of local businesses, and the joy of seasonal activities like apple picking and pork processing. The hosts also touch on their upcoming workshops and building projects, emphasizing the camaraderie and support within the homesteading community. In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss various topics ranging from quiet airports and local lumber yards to winter projects and...
2024-10-18
52 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 68 Cleanup After the Hurricane
In this episode Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the aftermath of a recent hurricane that impacted their homesteads and the surrounding community. They reflect on the challenges faced by those affected, share personal experiences of damage and recovery. The conversation also touches on weather patterns, animal husbandry, and the ongoing projects each host is working on as they navigate the challenges of homesteading in the wake of natural disasters. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
2024-10-11
56 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 68 Cleanup After the Hurricane
In this episode Jason, Al, and Ben discuss the aftermath of a recent hurricane that impacted their homesteads and the surrounding community. They reflect on the challenges faced by those affected, share personal experiences of damage and recovery. The conversation also touches on weather patterns, animal husbandry, and the ongoing projects each host is working on as they navigate the challenges of homesteading in the wake of natural disasters. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead
2024-10-11
56 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 65 Homestead Life: Weather, Food, and Family
In this episode of the Homestead Shop Talk podcast, Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics related to homesteading, including weather conditions, food experiences, health changes, and their recent conference experiences. They share insights on animal husbandry, upcoming classes, and the importance of family visits. The conversation highlights the joys and challenges of homesteading life, emphasizing community engagement and personal growth. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast...
2024-09-20
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 65 Homestead Life: Weather, Food, and Family
In this episode of the Homestead Shop Talk podcast, Jason, Al, and Ben discuss various topics related to homesteading, including weather conditions, food experiences, health changes, and their recent conference experiences. They share insights on animal husbandry, upcoming classes, and the importance of family visits. The conversation highlights the joys and challenges of homesteading life, emphasizing community engagement and personal growth. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast...
2024-09-20
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 64 Quitting Sugar AND More Freezers
In this episode, Al, Jason and Ben discuss their recent activities and projects. They talk about buying freezers, the challenges of finding space for them, and the possibility of investing in a walk-in freezer. They also discuss the weather and how it affects their homesteading activities. Ben shares his progress on building his house, including laying blocks. Al talks about quitting sugar and the challenges and benefits of doing so. They also briefly mention their plans for haymaking and acquiring the necessary equipment. In this part of the conversation, the speakers discuss the different types of hay bales they...
2024-09-13
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 64 Quitting Sugar AND More Freezers
In this episode, Al, Jason and Ben discuss their recent activities and projects. They talk about buying freezers, the challenges of finding space for them, and the possibility of investing in a walk-in freezer. They also discuss the weather and how it affects their homesteading activities. Ben shares his progress on building his house, including laying blocks. Al talks about quitting sugar and the challenges and benefits of doing so. They also briefly mention their plans for haymaking and acquiring the necessary equipment. In this part of the conversation, the speakers discuss the different types of hay bales they...
2024-09-13
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 63 Eating Real Food at a Homesteading Event
In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their recent experiences and activities. They talk about the weather, a homesteading event they attended, and some challenges they faced on their homesteads. They also mention a lightning strike that damaged their electric fence and share their thoughts on coyote issues. Additionally, they mention an upcoming speaking engagement at a homesteading conference. This part of the conversation covers various topics including clothing struggles, farm chores, winter produce, maintenance tasks, and the Homesteaders United Jamboree. They also mention the importance of salt in seasoning food and give a shoutout to Moose run...
2024-09-06
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 63 Eating Real Food at a Homesteading Event
In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their recent experiences and activities. They talk about the weather, a homesteading event they attended, and some challenges they faced on their homesteads. They also mention a lightning strike that damaged their electric fence and share their thoughts on coyote issues. Additionally, they mention an upcoming speaking engagement at a homesteading conference. This part of the conversation covers various topics including clothing struggles, farm chores, winter produce, maintenance tasks, and the Homesteaders United Jamboree. They also mention the importance of salt in seasoning food and give a shoutout to Moose run...
2024-09-06
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 62 Can A President Change the Food System
In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their recent dinners and upcoming workshops. They also talk about weather conditions and Al's recent well pump issues. The conversation then shifts to the possibility of change in the food system, with a focus on RFK's views on healthcare and the influence of corporations. The hosts express their opinions on the potential for change and the need for individuals to vote with their dollars. The conversation covers various topics including the potential impact of a political figure on corporations, the challenges faced by small farmers, the need for independent food certification...
2024-08-30
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 62 Can A President Change the Food System
In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their recent dinners and upcoming workshops. They also talk about weather conditions and Al's recent well pump issues. The conversation then shifts to the possibility of change in the food system, with a focus on RFK's views on healthcare and the influence of corporations. The hosts express their opinions on the potential for change and the need for individuals to vote with their dollars. The conversation covers various topics including the potential impact of a political figure on corporations, the challenges faced by small farmers, the need for independent food certification...
2024-08-30
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 61 Chewing the Fat on Pork Week
In this episode, the fellas discuss upcoming events and share updates on their homesteading projects. They talk about the challenges of dealing with excessive rain and the impact it has on gardening and outdoor projects. They also discuss their preferences for weather conditions, including their desire for snow in the winter. The hosts share their experiences with butchering pigs and the process of renovating their kitchens. They discuss the importance of planning and visualizing projects before starting them. In this conversation, Ben and Jason discuss their experiences with tiling and the different methods they use. They also talk about...
2024-08-23
59 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 61 Chewing the Fat on Pork Week
In this episode, the fellas discuss upcoming events and share updates on their homesteading projects. They talk about the challenges of dealing with excessive rain and the impact it has on gardening and outdoor projects. They also discuss their preferences for weather conditions, including their desire for snow in the winter. The hosts share their experiences with butchering pigs and the process of renovating their kitchens. They discuss the importance of planning and visualizing projects before starting them. In this conversation, Ben and Jason discuss their experiences with tiling and the different methods they use. They also talk about...
2024-08-23
59 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 60 Heavy Rain, Kitchen Renovations & Motivation
In this episode 60, Jason, Al and Ben discuss various topics including the recent weather, the use of dishwashers and microwaves, and the concept of a dumbwaiter. They also talk about Jason's kitchen renovation project and the use of Rubio Monocoat for finishing the countertops. In this part of the conversation, Jason and Al discuss various topics including the progress of Jason's kitchen renovation, the survival of his meat chickens during heavy rain, the use of supplements for the chickens, Al's new breeding bull, the flooding on Al's property, and the recent harvest of meat birds. In this final part...
2024-08-16
1h 10
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 60 Heavy Rain, Kitchen Renovations & Motivation
In this episode 60, Jason, Al and Ben discuss various topics including the recent weather, the use of dishwashers and microwaves, and the concept of a dumbwaiter. They also talk about Jason's kitchen renovation project and the use of Rubio Monocoat for finishing the countertops. In this part of the conversation, Jason and Al discuss various topics including the progress of Jason's kitchen renovation, the survival of his meat chickens during heavy rain, the use of supplements for the chickens, Al's new breeding bull, the flooding on Al's property, and the recent harvest of meat birds. In this final part...
2024-08-16
1h 10
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 59 Getting Stuff Done... Kind of
In this episode, Jason, Ben and Al discuss the upcoming hurricane and the unpredictable weather patterns they've been experiencing. They also talk about their recent activities, including clearing land, chipping wood, and castrating pigs. Jason shares his progress on renovating his kitchen, including installing new floors and painting cabinets. In this part of the conversation, Jason discusses the recent renovations in his kitchen, including getting rid of the dishwasher and rearranging the fridge. He also talks about butchering meat chickens and raising turkeys. Al Lumnah shares his experiences with heavy rain and the challenges it poses for outdoor projects...
2024-08-09
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 59 Getting Stuff Done... Kind of
In this episode, Jason, Ben and Al discuss the upcoming hurricane and the unpredictable weather patterns they've been experiencing. They also talk about their recent activities, including clearing land, chipping wood, and castrating pigs. Jason shares his progress on renovating his kitchen, including installing new floors and painting cabinets. In this part of the conversation, Jason discusses the recent renovations in his kitchen, including getting rid of the dishwasher and rearranging the fridge. He also talks about butchering meat chickens and raising turkeys. Al Lumnah shares his experiences with heavy rain and the challenges it poses for outdoor projects...
2024-08-09
1h 02
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 58 It's The Homestead After Show
In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their week and various projects they are working on. They talk about the weather, the growth of their grass, and the challenges they face with muddy pig pens. Ben shares his laziness and lack of productivity, while Al talks about his struggles with fixing his mini truck. They also discuss feeding strategies for pigs and the benefits of adding certain ingredients to their feed. Al shares his plan to build a mobile pig shelter and Jason expresses his regret for selling his previous shelter. They also discuss the behavior of male...
2024-08-02
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 58 It's The Homestead After Show
In this episode, Al, Ben and Jason discuss their week and various projects they are working on. They talk about the weather, the growth of their grass, and the challenges they face with muddy pig pens. Ben shares his laziness and lack of productivity, while Al talks about his struggles with fixing his mini truck. They also discuss feeding strategies for pigs and the benefits of adding certain ingredients to their feed. Al shares his plan to build a mobile pig shelter and Jason expresses his regret for selling his previous shelter. They also discuss the behavior of male...
2024-08-02
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 57 Chickens and Concrete
In this episode Al, Jason and Ben share what's going on in their week! See below for links! Thanks for listening! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!
2024-07-26
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 57 Chickens and Concrete
In this episode Al, Jason and Ben share what's going on in their week! See below for links! Thanks for listening! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening!
2024-07-26
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 56 Hurricane Tornado & Buckets Oh My
In this episode Al shares about the aftermath of hurricane Beryl. Ben ducks for cover during a tornado and Jason takes a deep dive on buckets and keeps the guys laughing. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life...
2024-07-19
1h 04
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 56 Hurricane Tornado & Buckets Oh My
In this episode Al shares about the aftermath of hurricane Beryl. Ben ducks for cover during a tornado and Jason takes a deep dive on buckets and keeps the guys laughing. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life...
2024-07-19
1h 04
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 54 Bunker Living & Sharing Our Week
In this episode Jason, Al and Ben share about their week. Jason visits a Menards for the first time and picks up a souvenir. He speaks at Murray Fest in Iowa and shares about his travels to the festival. Ben takes a break from YouTube and gives his recipe for tomato pie. He looks forward to lighting off fireworks, but wants to be in bed by 10pm. Al has been working on new summer pasture. He has to worry about moose destroying fences. Al got new livestock. And updates us on his pigs. He also shares about his plans...
2024-07-05
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 54 Bunker Living & Sharing Our Week
In this episode Jason, Al and Ben share about their week. Jason visits a Menards for the first time and picks up a souvenir. He speaks at Murray Fest in Iowa and shares about his travels to the festival. Ben takes a break from YouTube and gives his recipe for tomato pie. He looks forward to lighting off fireworks, but wants to be in bed by 10pm. Al has been working on new summer pasture. He has to worry about moose destroying fences. Al got new livestock. And updates us on his pigs. He also shares about his plans...
2024-07-05
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 52 Sweatin' to the Oldies
We made it to one year on the Homestead Shop Talk podcast!!! In this episode, the guys talk about vacations and the beach. Ben updates us on his squash bug war. He also talks about his orchard harvest. His hodge podge Huggle mound produced a grocery sack full of potatoes. Jason shares about having a workshop on the farm this weekend in the heat. Al’s tractor gets a flat and he is embracing the dry weather. His pigs and turkeys are on pasture. Al orders a scythe. The guys talk about some of the things they use to he...
2024-06-21
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 52 Sweatin' to the Oldies
We made it to one year on the Homestead Shop Talk podcast!!! In this episode, the guys talk about vacations and the beach. Ben updates us on his squash bug war. He also talks about his orchard harvest. His hodge podge Huggle mound produced a grocery sack full of potatoes. Jason shares about having a workshop on the farm this weekend in the heat. Al’s tractor gets a flat and he is embracing the dry weather. His pigs and turkeys are on pasture. Al orders a scythe. The guys talk about some of the things they use to he...
2024-06-21
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 51 The Homestead Handbook
In this episode Al talks about his next Homestead project after the loss of his bull. He trenched waterlines, but things were not as easy as it was when Jason put in his. He also shares about his new Idaho pasture piglets. Ben shares that they are in full berry season on his property. He also got advice from our viewers on an organic squash bug killer. Ben’s two sows Farrowed. He is going to have to do a lot of castrating. Ben’s pressure tank on his well and parts of his mini splits went out. Jason’s week...
2024-06-14
1h 04
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 51 The Homestead Handbook
In this episode Al talks about his next Homestead project after the loss of his bull. He trenched waterlines, but things were not as easy as it was when Jason put in his. He also shares about his new Idaho pasture piglets. Ben shares that they are in full berry season on his property. He also got advice from our viewers on an organic squash bug killer. Ben’s two sows Farrowed. He is going to have to do a lot of castrating. Ben’s pressure tank on his well and parts of his mini splits went out. Jason’s week...
2024-06-14
1h 04
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 50 We React to Devastating News
In this episode Jason makes the guys guess what worst job on the Homestead he just did today. He shares about mic problems while filming. Jason orders 2,000 pounds of broiler feed and 1,000 pounds of turkey feed. He talks about how well his Napa cabbage is growing and they have eaten too much. Even the pigs are tired of it. He plans to put drip tape in the high tunnel. Al shares what he’s got planted in his garden and his frost advisory. His pond is stocked with trout. He talks about how he gets his fish and he fi...
2024-06-07
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 50 We React to Devastating News
In this episode Jason makes the guys guess what worst job on the Homestead he just did today. He shares about mic problems while filming. Jason orders 2,000 pounds of broiler feed and 1,000 pounds of turkey feed. He talks about how well his Napa cabbage is growing and they have eaten too much. Even the pigs are tired of it. He plans to put drip tape in the high tunnel. Al shares what he’s got planted in his garden and his frost advisory. His pond is stocked with trout. He talks about how he gets his fish and he fi...
2024-06-07
1h 01
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 49 Worst Job on the Homestead
This episode the guys share about their week. Ben says he has food growing everywhere. He’s even growing food for his food. Ben can hear his pigs farting. He talks about the worst thunderstorm to hit his Homestead. He bought a wood chipper that he’s excited about. Ben and his sons go to an airsoft field. He and his family smoked a suckling pig all day on memorial day. Al talks about his Hydroseeder, he worked out some of the kinks, and he is excited about it. It has already paid for itself. He wants to m...
2024-05-31
1h 13
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 49 Worst Job on the Homestead
This episode the guys share about their week. Ben says he has food growing everywhere. He’s even growing food for his food. Ben can hear his pigs farting. He talks about the worst thunderstorm to hit his Homestead. He bought a wood chipper that he’s excited about. Ben and his sons go to an airsoft field. He and his family smoked a suckling pig all day on memorial day. Al talks about his Hydroseeder, he worked out some of the kinks, and he is excited about it. It has already paid for itself. He wants to m...
2024-05-31
1h 13
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 48 What do the Neighbors Think
Today in the shop the guys talk about their week! The guys talk about front yards and what the neighbors think? Ben and his boys cut hay with a scythe and changing netting for pigs in the woods. Jason, takes his yearly nap and also overcomes fear of electrical work. Jason also asks Al a concrete question. Jason has stuck up sheep. Al, received his chicks, cows on pasture. Also, the guys talk mini trucks and a truck you can't get here is the U.S.A. See below for links! Thanks for watching! Sow the Land...
2024-05-24
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 48 What do the Neighbors Think
Today in the shop the guys talk about their week! The guys talk about front yards and what the neighbors think? Ben and his boys cut hay with a scythe and changing netting for pigs in the woods. Jason, takes his yearly nap and also overcomes fear of electrical work. Jason also asks Al a concrete question. Jason has stuck up sheep. Al, received his chicks, cows on pasture. Also, the guys talk mini trucks and a truck you can't get here is the U.S.A. See below for links! Thanks for watching! Sow the Land...
2024-05-24
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 47 Summer Projects + Crazy Week For ALL
Today in the shop the guys talk about their crazy week plus upcoming summer projects! Jason talks about his tragedy with the new sheep, chicken workshops and people coming from all over. Al, talks about building his new chicken tractor, delayed chickens shipping, buying new tools and fixing his mini truck. Also, Al is not a kale man! Ben talks about the new baby and how he is cook this week. See below for links! Thanks for watching! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres ...
2024-05-17
1h 08
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 47 Summer Projects + Crazy Week For ALL
Today in the shop the guys talk about their crazy week plus upcoming summer projects! Jason talks about his tragedy with the new sheep, chicken workshops and people coming from all over. Al, talks about building his new chicken tractor, delayed chickens shipping, buying new tools and fixing his mini truck. Also, Al is not a kale man! Ben talks about the new baby and how he is cook this week. See below for links! Thanks for watching! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres ...
2024-05-17
1h 08
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 46 The Farm is Growing
Today in the shop the guys talk about their week and what they had for dinner! Al brushes his cows hippie hair, barn doors, no snow, Buying from FB marketplace, barn doors. Ben Has a lot on his mind with baby coming soon, planting the garden and crazy pigs. Jason saves the town putting out fires, fenced in 7 acres, chicken workshops, breeding Cornish cross a different color. See below for links! Thanks for watching! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www...
2024-05-10
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
EP. 46 The Farm is Growing
Today in the shop the guys talk about their week and what they had for dinner! Al brushes his cows hippie hair, barn doors, no snow, Buying from FB marketplace, barn doors. Ben Has a lot on his mind with baby coming soon, planting the garden and crazy pigs. Jason saves the town putting out fires, fenced in 7 acres, chicken workshops, breeding Cornish cross a different color. See below for links! Thanks for watching! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www...
2024-05-10
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 45 Mystery Animals, Ostrich, Loons and Hyland Cattle
Today's podcast Jason talks about trenching water lines, homemade gates (ben approved), fencing, mystery animals and Jurassic Park. Ben talks about planting grapes, grass season, European Scythe, Harvesting strawberries, stone fruit moths, drip lines and hose timers. Al talks about garden planting, raised beds, loon birds, a new freeze dryer and the reveal of his mystery animals! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by J...
2024-05-03
1h 03
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 45 Mystery Animals, Ostrich, Loons and Hyland Cattle
Today's podcast Jason talks about trenching water lines, homemade gates (ben approved), fencing, mystery animals and Jurassic Park. Ben talks about planting grapes, grass season, European Scythe, Harvesting strawberries, stone fruit moths, drip lines and hose timers. Al talks about garden planting, raised beds, loon birds, a new freeze dryer and the reveal of his mystery animals! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by J...
2024-05-03
1h 03
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 44: Let the Plants Die
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about projects this week, burnout, trash pumps, fermented poop hay, deep bedding, welding gates, compost piles, tree grafting and being recognized in public! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a l...
2024-04-26
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 44: Let the Plants Die
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about projects this week, burnout, trash pumps, fermented poop hay, deep bedding, welding gates, compost piles, tree grafting and being recognized in public! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a l...
2024-04-26
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 43: Wife Cut My Hair
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about projects this week, wife haircuts, prostate checkups, tool organization, pigs with hernias, weather, maps before phones and having a good time in the shop! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and b...
2024-04-19
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 43: Wife Cut My Hair
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about projects this week, wife haircuts, prostate checkups, tool organization, pigs with hernias, weather, maps before phones and having a good time in the shop! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and b...
2024-04-19
54 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 42: Dirt Doesn't Come With the Homestead
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about projects this week, composting gardens, Doing hard things, make or buy, building a hydro seeder, full totality, new pigs, wood log garden beds, stray dogs, painting workshops and giant pocket knives! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead l...
2024-04-12
1h 07
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 42: Dirt Doesn't Come With the Homestead
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about projects this week, composting gardens, Doing hard things, make or buy, building a hydro seeder, full totality, new pigs, wood log garden beds, stray dogs, painting workshops and giant pocket knives! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead l...
2024-04-12
1h 07
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 41: Solar Eclipse, What We ate for Dinner & Projects THIS WEEK
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week what we ate for dinner, the eclipse, FULL MOON CRAZY, prostate checkups, fencing, leatherman, pigs getting out and lonely boars! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a l...
2024-04-05
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 41: Solar Eclipse, What We ate for Dinner & Projects THIS WEEK
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week what we ate for dinner, the eclipse, FULL MOON CRAZY, prostate checkups, fencing, leatherman, pigs getting out and lonely boars! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a l...
2024-04-05
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 40 Do We Need Small Farmers and Ranchers to Feed US
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and today's topic of Does the U.S. NEED small farmers and ranchers to produce our food in the future? Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a l...
2024-03-29
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 40 Do We Need Small Farmers and Ranchers to Feed US
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and today's topic of Does the U.S. NEED small farmers and ranchers to produce our food in the future? Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a l...
2024-03-29
1h 00
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 39: Doomsday Prepper HOMESTEADER
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and today's topic of can you be a doomsday prepper and a homesteader at the same time. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living f...
2024-03-22
50 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 39: Doomsday Prepper HOMESTEADER
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and today's topic of can you be a doomsday prepper and a homesteader at the same time. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living f...
2024-03-22
50 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 38: Broken Cameras, Traveling and Deleted Hard Drives Filming Homestead Life
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week, Time changing, broken cameras and missing files, breeding animals, flying our own planes and leaving the homestead to travel. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life w...
2024-03-15
56 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 38: Broken Cameras, Traveling and Deleted Hard Drives Filming Homestead Life
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week, Time changing, broken cameras and missing files, breeding animals, flying our own planes and leaving the homestead to travel. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life w...
2024-03-15
56 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 37 Random People Wondering On Your Property
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week, dealing with trespassers, predators, making' bacon, a2/a2 milk, inspectors and a new puppy! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for l...
2024-03-08
55 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 37 Random People Wondering On Your Property
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week, dealing with trespassers, predators, making' bacon, a2/a2 milk, inspectors and a new puppy! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for l...
2024-03-08
55 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 36 Creative Ways to Feed Farm Animals & Surviving Inflation
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk with Billy from @PermaPasturesFarm21 and how he feeds all his animals for free buying little to NO FEED. Billy's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@PermaPasturesFarm21 Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a h...
2024-03-01
1h 27
Homestead Shop Talk
Ep. 36 Creative Ways to Feed Farm Animals & Surviving Inflation
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk with Billy from @PermaPasturesFarm21 and how he feeds all his animals for free buying little to NO FEED. Billy's Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@PermaPasturesFarm21 Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a h...
2024-03-01
1h 27
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 35: Real Life Homesteading Talk
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and Al's BIG Score on FB Marketplace, Wooly worms, Jason's WILD dreams and building a giant fridge! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wo...
2024-02-23
50 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 35: Real Life Homesteading Talk
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and Al's BIG Score on FB Marketplace, Wooly worms, Jason's WILD dreams and building a giant fridge! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life wo...
2024-02-23
50 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 34: The Junk Yard Pile on the Homestead
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and their JUNK YARD Trashy Piles they collect! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening! #homesteadshoptalkpodcast
2024-02-16
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 34: The Junk Yard Pile on the Homestead
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and their JUNK YARD Trashy Piles they collect! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead and building a life worth living for. Thanks for listening! #homesteadshoptalkpodcast
2024-02-16
57 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 33: You Are Doing it Wrong
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week, getting demonetized, uncensored videos, Cloud Seeding, Hiring an editor, Building a house, Thrift Stores, Dealing with Comments and the Polar Vortex! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead an...
2024-02-09
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 33: You Are Doing it Wrong
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week, getting demonetized, uncensored videos, Cloud Seeding, Hiring an editor, Building a house, Thrift Stores, Dealing with Comments and the Polar Vortex! Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), Ben Hollar (@thehollarhomestead) and Al Lumnah (@lumnahacres). Three dudes with different homesteads talking about homestead life, content creation, growing a homestead an...
2024-02-09
58 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 32: How Much Food is Imported and Can Local Farms Feed Our Small Town
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and give statistics on how much food people consume in a year. Also, can our own town be fed from small farms only? Ben talks about smoking with real wood and thoughts on Jason's cured ham. Al, talks barn doors and getting a smoker. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), B...
2024-02-02
55 min
Homestead Shop Talk
Episode 32: How Much Food is Imported and Can Local Farms Feed Our Small Town
This week Al, Ben and Jason talk about their week and give statistics on how much food people consume in a year. Also, can our own town be fed from small farms only? Ben talks about smoking with real wood and thoughts on Jason's cured ham. Al, talks barn doors and getting a smoker. Sow the Land: https://www.youtube.com/@SowtheLand Lumnah Acres: https://www.youtube.com/@LumnahAcres Hollar Homestead: https://www.youtube.com/@TheHollarHomestead Homestead Shop Talk is a weekly audio podcast hosted by Jason Contreras (@sowtheland), B...
2024-02-02
55 min