Old Fashioned On Purpose

S18: E16: When Good Identities Become Cages (and how to break free)

27 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today, I’m exploring the power of identity and how it shapes us, anchors us, and sometimes quietly begins to confine us. Even the identities that ar...

S18: E15: Embarrassment is the Cost of Entry

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Learning to rope at 40 has humbled me in all the best and worst ways, because nothing exposes your ego faster than being a beginner in front of people...

S18: E14: If I Were Starting a Business in 2026, This is How I'd Do It

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I’m sharing what I’d do if I were starting an online business from scratch in 2026. I'll chat about my own business ...

S18: E13: How I'm Cooking These Days

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I’m sharing details on how I’m cooking these days. I'll explain why rigid recipes and traditional meal plans just do...

S18: E12: These are the Books I Can't Stop Thinking About

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, I'm going to share the books that have been most impactful on my life.I’ve read a lot of books over the years, but the...

S18: E11: What I've Learned from Running a Business in a Town of 175

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

After reviving the oldest operating soda fountain in the state of Wyoming, I can tell you firsthand that there is something deeply meaningful about br...

S18: E10: Competence, Not Cosplay: How to Keep What Works, Drop the Rest

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what old-fashioned living might look like for me in the coming year and beyond. I’ve been considering which...

S18: E9: I'm Not Planting a Garden This Year. Here's Why.

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time in almost 20 years, I'm not planting a garden.In this podcast episode, I'm sharing what happened in my garden last year a...

S18: E8: What the Hell Happened to Homesteading?

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve been wanting to talk about this for a while…but the risk of sounding like a crotchety old gatekeeper, I haven’t…In this podcast episode, ...

S18: E7: My Horse Journey (aka Finally Coming Home to Myself)

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been listening or following me for a while, then you already know that horses have been a love of mine since childhood. In this podcast ep...

S18: E6: The Magic of Not Belonging

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve never really belonged. Not in the dramatic, “nobody understands me” way. More in the quiet, lifelong way—like I’ve always been standing...

S18: E5: I Quit Homeschooling. And It Was Hard.

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As some of you know by now, I am no longer homeschooling my kids. In this podcast episode, I'm talking all about our homeschool experiences, our ...

E18: E4: Unfiltered Confessions of a Small-Town Restaurant Owner

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I'm now going on five years of owning a restaurant in one of the smallest towns in Wyoming.It’s one of the most gratifying things I’ve ever d...

S18: E3: A Reintroduction, of Sorts

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In the past, I've shared about mainly the homestead part of myself on this podcast. Not because I was hiding the rest of me—but because the res...

S18: E2: How I Don't Balance My Life (And What I Do Instead)

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Folks always ask me how I "do it all" but the truth is, that I don't. Listen in as I talk about I do NOT have a balanced life and what ...

S18 E1: I’m Back! (Sorta) Why I’ve Been Quiet Lately...

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hey friends, I’m Back! (Sorta). I thought I'd share some of my deep thoughts on why I've been quiet lately and what you can expect from me...

S17: E13: When Homesteading Takes a Backseat

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Homesteading has seasons—sometimes it's front and center, and other times it takes a backseat. In this episode, I’m sharing how our life look...

S17: E12: The Underground Reason Your Garden isn't Thriving (and What You Can Do About It)

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When we start gardening, it’s easy to focus on the plants—but what if we’re missing the bigger picture? Today, I’m chatting with Gregg Forster...

S17: E11: Raised Beds: Worth It or Overrated? A Deep Dive with Gardener Scott

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if raised beds are really worth the hype? In this episode, I sit down with Scott Wilson from Gardening with Scott to dig into the good, ...

S17: E10: Freshly Milled Flour: Myths vs. Facts

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I welcome back Mike Vaona, the engineer-turned-baker behind Rosehill Sourdough, to chat about his recent deep dive into fresh-milled ...

S17: E9: Too Many Eggs and Not Enough Ideas? We’ve Got You Covered

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Mimi Smith-Dvorak, author of Too Many Eggs, a cookbook packed with over 800 ways to use eggs. We dive into the history of...

S17: E8: Yes, You Can Grow Fruit & Nuts in Cold Climates! Here's How.

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you live in a cold northern area, you may have assumed growing fruit and nuts was out of the question, but I'm happy to tell you that it'...

S17: E7: How to Sync Your Body with Nature: Using Light & Temperature for an Old-Fashioned Health Boost

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the light around you is messing with your health more than you realize? In this episode, the amazing Johnna Sutton of Sutton Nutrition is back...

S17: E6: How to Create a Water Smart Garden

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Noelle Johnson, aka the AZ Plant Lady and author of Water Smart Gardens, to uncover practical tips for making your ga...

S17: E5: Mushroom Foraging for Beginners: Everything You Need to Know

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Curious about foraging but not sure where to begin? In this episode, I chat with Whitney of Appalachian Forager about the essentials of starting your...

S17: E4: From Chaos to Calm: Decluttering Secrets for Homesteaders

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I chat with Dana K. White, author and creator of A Slob Comes Clean, about the surprising connections between decluttering and homest...

S17: E3: Yes, Home Cooking Matters. Here's Why.

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Why bother? It's a question I've certainly asked myself, and perhaps you have too. In an age where cheap, convenient food is everywhere, why...

S17: E2: The Missing Piece: Mastering Nutrition for the Homesteader

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As homesteaders, we often focus on sourcing high-quality, real food—but what about understanding how to truly fuel our bodies? In this episode, I si...

S17: E1: My Different Sort of Goals for 2025

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2025 is already shaping up to be full of surprises. In this episode, I’m sharing some unexpected goals I’ve set for the year ahead. From new adve...

S16: E10: My Hard Won Lessons of 2024

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

2024 was nothing like I expected—but somehow, it turned out even better than I could have hoped. It was a rollercoaster of a year, filled with some ...

S16: E9: Ancient Wheat as Medicine: A Conversation with the Brilliant Bob Quinn

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Bob Quinn, a Montana farmer and the driving force behind Kamut wheat, to chat about his journey from conventional far...

S16: E8: How to Break Up with Sugar (and Not Lose Your Mind)

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I'm joined by Melissa Dowbiggin, the Sugar-Free Coach and founder of Be Free and Eat. I learned so much from this conversation! ...

S16: E7: The Truth About Glyphosate, GMOs, and Clean Eating with David Stelzer of Azure Standard

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m sitting down with David Stelzer, the founder of Azure Standard, to get real about what’s in our food. We dive into the hot to...

S16: E6: How to Prepare Your Homestead for Wildfire

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wyoming has been on fire lately... and while our homestead hasn't been in danger, we've had plenty of grassfires in our surrounding area. As...

S16: E5: How I Use a Planner to Keep Our Homestead on Track

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A homestead is full of moving parts and when you combine that with the complexity of typical modern life, well... things get complicated fast. As our ...

S16: E4: How to Break Out of the Modern Echo Chamber with Will Reusch

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Curiosity is an underrated skill, especially when it comes to exploring topics that challenge our comfort zones. Today, I'm joined by one of my ...

S16: E3: Plan Your Garden with the Moon: How to Use History to Sync with Nature

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What can history teach us about planting our gardens TODAY in 2024? In this episode, we sit down with Carol, the editor in chief of The Old Farmer’s...

S16: E2: Fit for the Farm: Practical Fitness Tips for Homesteaders

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We homesteaders often joke about our farms being our gym, but what do you do when homestead chores are causing you pain? And how can we ensure that we...

S16: E1: To Everything There is a Season: A Personal Update

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our life is.... weird and different. We're entering a season that I never saw coming, yet it's wonderful in it's own way. However, it&a...

S15 E14: The Ultimate Tomato Episode: Preserving, Canning, Controversary, & More!

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If your kitchen counters are currently covered in garden veggies like mine, this is the episode for you!We're talking all things tomatoes today: ...

S15: E13: How to Buy Homestead Land in a Challenging Real Estate Market

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"I'll never be able to afford a homestead!" It's one of the most common pain points I'm hearing right now and for good reason...

S15 E12: Homesteader, Entrepreneur, Homeschooler: How I Keep All the Balls in the Air

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you keep all the balls in the air when you're a multi-faceted homesteader?In this episode I'm sharing my most-used strategies for man...

S15 E11: A Different Way to Home Dairy: Could SHEEP Be in Your Future?

26 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We've talked about goats... we've talked about cattle... but we've NEVER talked about dairy SHEEP. That's changing today with this...

S15: E10: What I'm Using for Homeschool Curriculum this Year (and a Plea)

19 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"What are you using for homeschool curriculum this year??" I don't consider myself a homeschool content creator, but I'm always ha...

S15: E9: My Half-Baked Plan to Never Buy Chickens Again

12 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For several years, I’ve been asking myself… how can we close our chicken loop? And by that, I mean how can I reduce the outside inputs in our home...

S15: E8: NOW is the Time to Start Your Fall Garden. Here's How.

05 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for a bit of redemption after a less-than-stellar growing season? Want to reduce the pressure to preserve ALL the food right NOW? A fall garde...

S15: E7: A More Efficient Way to Sourdough

29 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I never get tired of talking about sourdough, ESPECIALLY when it comes to ways to bake it more efficiently! Today I'm joined by Mike from Rosehi...

S15: E6: The Art of Cooking for a Crowd

22 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cooking for larger groups used to stress me out SO much, but over the years, I've honed my skills in putting food on the table for big groups WIT...

S15: E5: The PERFECT Place to Homestead

15 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I get the question constantly... "Where's the BEST place to homestead?" Listen in as I share my (probably surprising) answer, as well ...

S15: E4: STOP Stressing Over Your Garden: My 3 Non-Negotiable Strategies

08 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I love to share the mental health benefits of gardening, but what do you do when your garden makes you feel STRESSED, not serene? I've been there...

S15: E3: Could a Working Dog Make Your Homestead Chores Easier?

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode blew my mind! I've been around plenty of working dogs, but they've always been used for working large numbers of livestock on h...

S15 E2: How to Become an Opt-Out Family

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered what happens when a social media influencer with a million followers swaps the digital spotlight for a tech-minimal lifestyle? This epis...

S15 E1: Mulching Magic: Unlocking the Secrets to a Thriving Garden

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With gardening scaled back due to some timing issues with the milk cows, the spotlight is on the lifesaving benefits of mulch, especially as we brace ...

Why Meal Planning Doesn't Work for You (and what to do instead!)

27 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I love to cook... I love to plan... but I've never been able to stick with a consistent meal planning system.And it bugged me for YEARS.However, ...

The Veterinary Herbalist's Guide to Holistic Animal Care

20 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Herbs have been used to doctor animals for millennia, but sadly it's tough to find information on how to use them in our modern age. Today I&apo...

S14 E19: How to Grow Bananas in the Snow

13 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes growing vegetables in a wintery climate can feel like an extreme sport... So when I received an email from Nate of the Manti Homestead shari...

S14 S18: Let Your Garden Be Easy This Year

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Does a garden really require blood, sweat, and tears to grow well? It's easy to think that, but what if we found a way to work *with* nature inst...

S14 E17: How to Tap Into Your Heritage for a More Beautiful Life

29 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk a lot about returning to our roots and reclaiming heritage skills... but what role does your family heritage REALLY play in your homesteading ...

S14 E16: Cracking the Code of Whole Wheat Sourdough

22 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sourdough bread made with freshly-milled flour. It's many a homesteader's dream, but those whole wheat loaves can easily turn into a nightma...

S14 E15: Confessions of a Fun Hater

15 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ever been accused of being a "fun hater?" If so, you're not alone. In fact, it seems to be a common trait in those of us drawn towards ...

S14 E14: How to Live Off-Grid in a Tiny Cabin

08 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Note: Due to privacy reasons, Reesa has deleted her website.Even though I live ON-grid with electricity and running water, sometimes I day-dream about...

S14 E13: How to Bring a Sourdough Starter Back from the Dead

01 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's no secret-- I am an unfit sourdough parent. I often forget to feed it and I regularly leave it in my fridge for 8 months at a time. Yet-- ev...

S14 E12: Why I Don't Live Like the Sky is Falling

25 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot of fear floating around the homestead community lately. In today's episode I'll share my history with paranoia, how it u...

S14 E11: What You NEED to Know Before You Start Grinding Your Own Flour

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The world of whole wheat can be ridiculously overwhelming: Hard, soft, winter, spring, red, white... and that doesn't even take into account all ...

S14 E10: We Stopped Watching TV for 6 Months. This is What Happened

11 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last year we decided to stop watching TV for 6 months. In the process we learned a lot of new skills and made the internet very angry. Today I'm...

S14 E9: The 7 Hour Business To Fund Your Backyard Farming

04 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A homestead that funds itself... that's the dream, isn't it? We've covered a number of income-producing ideas on the show over the year...

S14 E8: We're Selling the Soda Fountain. Here's Why.

26 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

How do you know when to PERSEVERE and when to PRUNE?? We recently listed the soda fountain for sale, which has (understandably) caused a stir. Today ...

S14 E7: The Inconvenient Truth About Building Community

19 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"How do you find a community of like-minded people who share your beliefs?" I get this question a lot and my answer might surprise you. It ...

S14 E6: How to Create an Effective Homestead First Aid Kit

12 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Most homesteaders are frustrated with the modern healthcare system, but disentangling ourselves from it is easier said than done. I’m thrilled to b...

S14 E5: The Hardest Thing We've Ever Done: The Charter School Tell-All

05 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I've been promising this episode for months, and it's finally here! Christian is joining me to finally share the entire charter school saga ...

S14 E4: The Wild & Wonderful World of Olive Oil (and why it matters to you!)

29 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who would have thought the world of olive oil would be so fascinating? From the "Agromafia" to "Three cough oils" to how to develo...

S14 E3: The #1 Way to Save Money on Garden Seeds

22 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tis the season for fresh garden dreams and pretty seed catalogs. It's easy to get swept away in the excitement of a new season, but before you wh...

S14 E2: How to Recover from Last Year's Homestead Fails

15 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you have a homestead of any kind, failures are inevitable. And the beginning of a new year is the perfect time to create action plans on how to pre...

S14 E1: My Biggest (and Most Painful) Lessons of 2023

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whew! 2023 was a doozy and not without some major mountain top AND valley moments. Join me as I break down my biggest wins (and lessons) of the past y...

S13 E21: What You Didn't Know About Starting Seeds

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve probably heard me say that starting your own seeds is one of the most cost-effective things you can do on your homestead. And while it's...

S13 E20: How to Find Your Dream Property and Make It Pay for Itself

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

They're two of the most burning questions in the homestead world right now: "How do I find land?" and "How can I make money from m...

S13 E19: The Resistance, Mental Toughness, & Developing an Old-Fashioned Mindset

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here on the podcast we talk a lot about choosing an old-fashioned path. Sometimes that’s skills like cooking or gardening, but other times, it’s a...

S13 E18: Q&A: What Religion Are You? And other personal questions

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another Q & A, and this time-- I'm answering the more personal questions I've been getting. From "What religion ...

S13 E17: How to Make Your Own Probiotics

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

While there are many ways to squirrel away food for later, one of the most old-fashioned options is fermentation. However, this method is often shroud...

S13 E16: Don't Believe Everything You Hear: Homesteading Myths & Misconceptions

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're stepping on ALL the toes in today's episode! I was thrilled to have Austin and his family from the popular Homesteady podcast & Yo...

S13 E15: Modern Life vs. Gut Health: What You Need to Know to Stay Healthy in Today's World

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our modern era has wreaked havoc on many aspects of our health, but perhaps nothing is as concerning as what conventional life is doing to our guts. ...

S13 E14: Pasture to Freezer: What You Need to Know Before You Process Your Home-Raised Pigs

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

He's back! I had SO much positive feedback from my first interview with lard evangelist Charles Mayfield, I had to have him join me for another c...

S13 E13: How to *Actually* Make Money from a Small Farm

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's every homesteader's dream to quit their job and become completely self-sufficient selling eggs & soap from their homestead. The bad...

S13 E12: How to Overcome Roadblocks as You Build Community

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Building community. It's one of the most important and old-fashioned skills we can develop in our modern era. Yet, sometimes it's easier sai...

S13 E11: How to Grow a Pollinator Victory Garden

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In my travels across the Internet, I hear the topic of pollination coming up more and more. While I think most of us are aware of the decline in bee p...

S13 E10: IT'S HERE! Listen to the First Pages of My New Book!

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I've been dreaming of this day for YEARS... My new book, Old-Fashioned on Purpose, is finally entering the world this week! To celebrate, I'...

S13 E9: Confused by Compost? This Episode is For You!

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Composting is one of the most natural processes on the planet... so why does it feel so confusing sometimes? Even though I've dabbled in compost ...

S13 E8: 5 (Surprising) Lessons I Learned from Writing a Book

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're 2 weeks from launch day for my new book, so I thought it'd be fun to pull back the curtain and share some of the surprising lessons I&...

S13 E7: Stop Playing Small: The Secret to Reinventing Yourself

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling the urge to make a major life change? Wondering if the dreams you have are worth chasing? Nervous to break away from the prescribed paths? Th...

S13 E6: Picky Eaters, Intuitive Eating, & Organ Meat Magic

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

They're one of the most nutritious foods we can eat, so why is there such an "ick factor" surrounding them? We're talking about or...

S13 E5: How to Design an Old-Fashioned Home that Fosters Creativity

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The concept of home has changed drastically in our modern era. Once considered a place of industry, it's now a place merely for sleeping and eati...

S13 E4: Weeds, Pests, & Herbicides: Overcoming Your Worst Organic Gardening Woes

14 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Organic gardening is such a beautiful idea-- who *doesn't* love the idea of a chemical-free, all-natural growing space?? Unfortunately, sometimes...

S13 E3.5: Check out the Growing Joy with Plants Podcast!

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Intrigued by the recent houseplant episode with Maria Faiella? Me too!Listen to the trailer of her podcast here, then go subscribe to her Growing Joy ...

S13 E3: Your Body NEEDS Plants -- and Not Just for Food

07 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You *think* you're gardening to get fresh tomatoes and green beans, but did you know that the time you're spending with your plants is also ...

S13 E2: Creating a Timeless Home in an Instant Age

31 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Why do modern homes fail to capture our imagination like old houses do? How are fast food and "fast homes" related? Master builder and craf...

S13 E1: Lessons from Chaos: Behind the Scenes of My Life

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For many, the beginning of summer is all about recreation and vacation. But this year, my summer started with chaos and stress.As I've worked thr...

S12 E14: How to Help Your Kids Discover their Passions with Ben Greenfield

03 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

How do we raise motivated, passionate kids without forcing or coercing them?Not only is Ben Greenfield an expert in the fields of fitness, biohacking,...

S12 E13: Movement Permaculture: An Old-Fashioned Approach to Moving Our Bodies

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There’s movement CALORIES and movement NUTRITION--once you understand the difference, you’ll never look at “exercise” the same way again. I’...

S12 E12: How to Feed Your Soil a Whole Food Diet

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As hard as we try to avoid it, modern industrial thinking can easily creep into our homesteads. Take soil health for example. Have you ever walked thr...

S12 E11: Behind the Scenes at the Monsanto Cancer Trials

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here on the podcast, we've talked about the effect of glyphosate (aka Round-Up) on the soil, but what about humans? Dr. Chadi Nabhan, who is boar...