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300. Reframing Birth: Pain, Preparation, and Letting Go of Fear | Lana of Girl, Teach Me

29 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Birth doesn’t have to be something to fear. I sat down with Lana from Girl, Teach Me to talk about...

299. Overwhelmed by Health Advice? A Simpler Approach to Fatigue, Food Sensitivities, Hidden Stress | Christa Biegler of Less Stressed Life

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you are feeling tired, foggy, reactive to everything you eat, and you’re not sure where to even...

298. Debt-free living, summer sourdough, and what we’re skipping in the new house (+ more Q&A!)

15 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From laundry bottlenecks to housing market realities, I’m diving into your current  questions in ...

297. Breaking Free from Diet Culture: Joyful Rhythms for Nourishing Meals | Jillian Margaret Wellness

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From calorie-counting culture to kitchen confidence, Jillian Hankins shares her journey toward joyfu...

296. From Suburbs to Homestead: Building a Family Farmhouse Life | Melissa Ferguson of Our Friendly Farmhouse

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever dreamed of leaving the suburbs for a slice of quiet country life, this episode will...

295. How we’re managing sleep, room sharing, house progress, and large family life in this busy season + more Q&A!

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Life is full right now—between preparing for a new baby, building our dream home, and navigating t...

294. You Won’t Mess Them Up: Real Encouragement for Homeschool Moms | Ginny Yurich of 1000 Hours Outside

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So many of us worry we’re not doing enough when it comes to homeschooling—but what if simply cho...

293. Cooking from Scratch for Modern Life: Kitchen Rhythms, Real Ingredients & Homestead Tips | Melissa K. Norris

10 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After a health scare in her twenties, Melissa K. Norris returned to her roots with traditional, from...

292. Pregnancy, Motherhood & Homebuilding: A Summer Life Update

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Building a house from scratch has been such an adventure—full of surprises, lessons, and all the l...

291. The Long View of Faithful Motherhood: Teens, Toddlers & Trusting God | Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s something deeply sacred about pouring your life into your children—even when it’s mess...

290. Simple Meal Systems & Batch Freezer Cooking in Busy Seasons | Jamerrill Stewart of Large Family Table

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I always love having Jamerrill Stewart on the podcast because she brings so much encouragement and p...

289. Expecting Baby #9! Farmhouse Build Delays, Family Rhythms, Sourdough Tips, More Q&A

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo episode, I’m sharing a big family update—we’re expecting baby number nine! I’m ...

288. Reverse Meal Planning, Stock-Up Staples & Grocery Hacks for Real Life | Christine of Frugal Fit Mom

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’m chatting with Christine from Frugal Fit Mom all about feeding your family well on a budget—w...

287. Save Hundreds on Groceries and Reduce Food Waste: Produce Storage Tips | Amy of The Cross Legacy

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, I’m welcoming back Amy Cross from The Cross Legacy to dive into a topic that...

286. Q&A: My Approach to Date Nights, Clutter, Sourdough & Large Family Life + More Home Build Decisions

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this solo Q&A episode, I’m diving into your most-asked questions about motherhood, homemaking, ...

285. Why Moms Feel So Overwhelmed (And What to Do About It) | Hannah Keeley

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m chatting with with America’s #1 Mom Coach, Hannah Keeley, to unpack the tru...

284. Real Food, Real Life: Homesteading & Motherhood with Meg of Hollar Homestead

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by Meg of Hollar Homestead to talk about what it really looks like to ...

283. Designing our forever farmhouse, prioritizing outdoor time as a family, getting out of the house with littles, and more Q&A!

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s Q&A episode, I’m sharing exciting updates on our farmhouse build, including the uniqu...

282. Finding Peace in Motherhood: Navigating Chaos with Grace | Leslie Burris

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I’m joined by returning guest and listener favorite, Leslie Burris. As a mother o...

281. Some controversial opinions on aging naturally, losing weight after babies, mom rage, and avoiding pharmaceuticals | Elizabeth of Purely Parsons

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’m thrilled to welcome back Elizabeth, a dear friend, mother of six, and former RN, whose wisdom ...

280. An update on our home build, saving money on organic groceries, how we spend our weekends, baby-led weaning, and more!

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I’m starting off this Q&A episode by giving you an update on where things stand with our new prope...

279. Cultivating a Life Well Lived in Every Season of Motherhood | Sally Clarkson

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It is such a gift for young mothers to glean wisdom from an older mother who has gone before.  As a...

278. Don’t Overcomplicate Sourdough: Simple, Attainable Strategies for Delicious Bread Every Day | Anja of Our Gabled Home

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you are intimidated by sourdough, you might be believing some common myths!  I’m thrilled to h...

277. Chat with me! Large family bedtime routine, no-fuss laundry, kids using screens, new freshly-milled sourdough tips from my kitchen

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for another casual coffee chat as I answer more of your questions! We are diving into some ...

276. Get Your Kids Outside This Winter: Overcome Challenges and Embrace the Unique Beauty of the Season | Ginny Yurich of 1000 Hours Outside

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The cold winter months present unique challenges when it comes to spending time outdoors with our ki...

275. Your Messy Home + God’s Grace: Release the Shame and Finally Make Progress | Dana K. White of A Slob Comes Clean

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As a homeschooling mother of eight who runs our family business from home, the only way I am able to...

274. Recent changes I’ve made in my baking, our no-fuss approach to family goals, how I handle tantrums, and more Q&A!

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I get many questions from young homemakers who are looking for practical tips or are in need of enco...

273. What is the BEST way to educate your children? Is homeschooling right for everyone? | Hannah Frankman

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is wrong with our current educational system? And how can we provide our children with a high-q...

272. Mortgage-Free Homestead Living: DIY Cottage of Your Dreams! | Natalie of Home of Hollands

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I hear from many of you who have a dream of living a homestead lifestyle on your own property out in...

271. What the new year holds for us, when a mom should start a business, what to do with all the Christmas gifts, and more Q&A!

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for another listener Q&A where I’m sharing my plans for the new year, my secret for hostin...

270. Give Your Children the Gift of Lifelong Learning | Julie Kreke of The Delightful Homeschool

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you could use a refreshing perspective on education in your home, this episode is for you! Wheth...

269. Leaving the farmhouse, what I wish I’d known as a young mom, why we are minimalists, and more Q&A!

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you have been following along recently, you know that we sold our beloved farmhouse and are prepa...

268. Do You Have Too Much Stuff? Simplify Your Life Through Decluttering and Minimalism | Robyn Buchanan of Minimalist Home

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a homeschooling mother of eight who runs a business from home, decluttering is the only way I kee...

267. Transform Your Family's Health with Freshly-Milled Whole Grains | Sue of Bread Beckers

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

After hearing Sue give a live presentation, I knew I had to have her on the podcast. She has been re...

266. Homemaker Q&A: Grocery budget, breastfeeding and fertility, my best marriage advice, and more!

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s Q&A takes us through my thoughts on our upcoming move, how breastfeeding impacts my fe...

265. Motherhood Does Not Have to Be Overwhelming: Systems for Peace and Presence at Home | KyAnn Molina of Simple Rhythms for Busy Moms

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk often on this podcast about simplifying motherhood so you can get more done and experience m...

264. Work-At-Home Moms: Asking for Help + Getting It All Done | Melissa Ferguson of The Friendly Farmhouse

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I love chatting with fellow work-at-home moms who share in the joys and struggles of managing mother...

263. Things I don't worry about anymore as a mom of 8 + more Q&A!

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week's round of questions took us through a wide range of motherhood and homemaking topics: how...

262. Homestead Q&A: Make an Income, Find Land, Build Community | Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you know anything about homesteading, you know who Joel Salatin is. Joel has been farming and te...

261. Freeze Drying: The Food Preservation Method Every Homestead Kitchen Needs | Carolyn of Homesteading Family

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When you put significant effort into sourcing and growing high quality food for your family, you qui...

260. How I get my babies to sleep through the night, why my home stays (mostly) tidy, my favorite stream of passive income, and more Q&A!

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back with another Q&A episode! You all asked how I get my babies to sleep through the night,...

259. More Style, Less Mess: Declutter and Decorate Your Way to a Home You Love | Shannon Acheson of Home Made Lovely

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We all know that it is important to declutter our homes to maximize our decorating efforts, but decl...

258. Establish Systems in Your Home, Business, and Life to Gain Peace and Productivity | Chelsi Jo Moore of Systemize Your Life

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you are overwhelmed by your home, your schedule, your many responsibilities as a mother, wife, ho...

257. Answering sourdough questions: discard recipes, baking schedule, favorite tools, and more!

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you want to know my real thoughts on sourdough discard recipes! In this episode, I’m answering...

256. Create Passive Income Online: Reach Your Blogging Dreams | Katie of Heart’s Content Farmhouse

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The world of online business is exploding with opportunities.  There seems to be something for ever...

255. Healing Through Food: Herbs, Ferments, Probiotics | CeAnne of Farmhouse Teas

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Herbal teas and fermented beverages are a great way to improve your health while enjoying a tasty dr...

254. Sourdough Q&A with a 13-year sourdough veteran!

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I have been baking sourdough for over 13 years, so I have learned a thing or two along the way. You...

253. Buy What You Love Without Going Broke | Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Living responsibly with our finances does not mean total deprivation. While there are many voices t...

252. You Can Thrive in Any Season of Motherhood | Meg of Flourishing Motherhood

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As mothers, we are often sold lies about what our lives will look like while raising children. Unfo...

251. Finding motivation each day, budget home decor, minimalist baby prep, and more Q&A!

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join me for another casual chat where I answer some of the questions you guys sent in! Everything f...

250. Get Your Peace Back by Creating Simple Home Systems | Lisa Lizotte of Habits & Home

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a busy mom and business owner, I am a big advocate for decluttering and simplifying your home. K...

249. Family Business: Involving Kids, Setting Boundaries, Making an Impact | Brad & Starla Walker of Abby’s Elderberry

06 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Family entrepreneurship is such a unique and enriching way of life, but it is not without its challe...

248. Encouragement for young moms, raising great teenagers, and more Q&A!

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you are in the early years of motherhood, everything can feel so overwhelming. Your kids are all...

247. Breaking Down Popular Narratives in Motherhood | Abbie Halberstadt of M is for Mama

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you have ever wanted to sit down with a seasoned mom and ask your biggest motherhood questions, I...

246. Quit Social Media: Find Peace and Freedom Again | Sandy Cooper of The Scoop on Balance

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The impact of social media consumption cannot be overstated. After struggling with her own technolo...

245. Large family minimalism, natural remedies, antibiotics, baby sleep, and more Q&A!

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am sitting down to answer more of your questions in today’s episode! Do we ever use antibiotics...

244. Turn Your Homemaking Skills into a Business: How to Start a Microbakery | Lily & Ellen of The Flour Barn

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There is no doubt that homemakers gain many valuable skills as they continue to grow in their role. ...

243. Practical Self-Care for Moms: Overcoming Burnout and Anger in Motherhood | Elizabeth of Emotionally Healthy Legacy

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Self-care in motherhood is a hot topic these days, but the advice can be difficult to navigate when ...

242. Quick & Easy Summer Meals | Cooking From Scratch

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I love sharing what we are cooking in our farmhouse from season to season, so join me for this episo...

241. Give Your Family What Technology Can’t | Erin Loechner, Author of The Opt-Out Family

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In our highly-connected digital world, many voices have come along to warn of the dangers of overind...

240. Being Crunchy Without Going Crazy | Emily of Really Very Crunchy

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For those in the crunchy community, there is more noise than ever about the dangers around us and th...

239. Pregnancy and Homesteading Q&A with Meg of Hollar Homestead (plus some of our controversial opinions!)

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

So many of you have been asking me to bring Meg back on the podcast, and I am so excited to have her...

238. Answering your questions: things I don’t stress about, advice for young homemakers, and more!

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am sitting down with a cup of coffee to chat through some more of the questions y...

237. All of Life is an Opportunity for Learning: Freedom in Homeschooling | Lyndsey of Treehouse Schoolhouse

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am a firm believer that education does not take place exclusively within the walls of a classroom ...

236. The Most Powerful Tool to Fight Negative Thoughts | Natalie of Dwell Differently

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

With so much noise around us in our digital world, we often find ourselves swimming in seas of negat...

235. My daily work rhythm, sleep training babies, dairy cow update, and more Q&A!

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You all submitted more great questions about parenting, work/life balance, our homestead, and more! ...

234. Don’t Overcomplicate Your Home Decor | Myquillyn Smith, The Nester

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The topic of home decor can be intimidating for many who don’t feel that they are naturally talent...

233. Bringing Our Homes to Life through Sacred Rhythms | Jennifer Pepito

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As homemakers and mothers, our role extends beyond completing the daily tasks of housekeeping and ch...

232. Why Your Mindset as a Homemaker Matters | Mystie Winckler of Simply Convivial

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In her early days as a homemaker, Mystie found the role to be more difficult than she had expected. ...

231. Staying out of debt, simplifying food from scratch, and living with less | Answering more of your questions!

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I’m sitting down to answer your questions about finances, cooking from scratch, and minimalism!  ...

230. An honest conversation about burnout, taking a break from creative work, and finding your place in online business | Kali Ramey Martin

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to bring Kali back on the podcast to chat about what she has been up to lately! For an...

229. Navigating Information Overload, Using Discernment, and Making Sustainable Changes | Fallon Lee

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Do you feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information available to us today? Having answers an...

228. Q&A with my sisters, Laura & Andrea: our family of entrepreneurs, self-care as busy moms, navigating overwhelm in homemaking, and more!

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I asked who you all wanted to hear from on the podcast, and you answered with a resounding vote for ...

227. Raising Boys to Men | Durenda Wilson

28 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a mom of six sons, I have seen firsthand just how uniquely and wonderfully boys are wired. Moms ...

226. Can Anyone Be a Homesteader? Making Room for Homesteading in Your Busy Life | Beth Declercq of Intentional Homesteading

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You want to start homesteading, but you can’t imagine how you will fit it into your full life.  D...

225. My daily routine, quality time in a large family, how I organize my business, and more Q&A!

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I am excited to be answering more of your questions this year on the podcast!  To start off this Q&...

224. Are You Overwhelmed and Angry in Motherhood? | Natalie Hixson, Angry Mama Coach

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every mother knows that there are moments in motherhood that bring out the worst in us.  We can fee...

223. Decoding Food Labels and Making Informed Decisions | Tara Vander Dussen, the New Mexico Milkmaid

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There are so many buzzwords and labels and opinions floating around when it comes to sourcing health...

222. Failure, Success, and Lessons I’ve Learned on My Entrepreneurial Journey

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I am sitting down to respond to a listener’s question about my entrepreneurial jo...

221. Answering Top Chicken Keeping Questions | Dalia of Welcome to Chickenlandia

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we are diving into the logistics of chicken keeping!  We start by exploring the be...

220. Inspiration for the Homemaker: Creativity, Contentment, and Growth | Andrea of Pine and Prospect Home

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I love sharing about what I am doing in my home as a homemaker – the meals I’m cooking, the deco...

219. Prioritize Peace in Your Home: Build Your Decluttering Skills in the New Year | Robyn of Minimalist Home

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have talked quite a bit on this podcast about minimalism and living clutter-free.  Even as someo...

218. Quick & Simple Meals From Scratch Without Meal Planning | Cami of TIDBITS & Company

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Cooking every meal from scratch can seem like a complicated and time-consuming endeavor if it is not...

217. Cultivate a Frugal Mindset and Take Control of Your Spending | Jen & Jill of Frugal Friends Podcast

26 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We all want to be free from financial stress, but what practical steps can we take to get there?  D...

216. Grow a Year’s Worth of Food on a Small Homestead | Michelle Knox of More Than Farmers

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You can accomplish a lot more on a small homestead than you think!  I have had many guests on the p...

215. Suburban Homesteading + Backyard Beekeeping | Katie Brandt of Sweetgum Spot

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I hear from many of you who are dreaming of life on a homestead, but you are currently living in the...

214. Christmas in the Kitchen: Sourdough Inspiration for the Holidays! | Ash of Turner Farm

05 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of my favorite topics to dive into is sourdough, and Ash is the perfect person to join me for to...

213. Peaceful Motherhood, Large Family Dynamics, Working at Home, and More Q&A with Leslie Burris

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As online business owners and mothers of large homeschooling families, Leslie and I discovered that ...

212. Cozy Christmas Decorating for the Homemaker | Sarah of She Holds Dearly

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

If the thought of transforming your home into a cozy, magical Christmas wonderland seems overwhelmin...

211. You Can Save Even More on Groceries | Christine of Frugal Fit Mom

14 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the rising costs of food over the last few years, people are looking for ways to save now more ...

210. Creating Cozy in Your Home | Liz Marie Galvan

07 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As the days get shorter and cooler, I think we all begin to crave a greater sense of coziness in our...

209. How to Get Out of a Homemaking Funk | Megan & Jayna of the Honey I’m Homemaker Podcast

31 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I talk often on this podcast about the beauty of homemaking, but there are certainly times when we c...

208. Why Freshly Milled Flour is Better | Kristin Nobles of Generation Acres Farm

25 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Many of us have heard that freshly milled flour is healthier for us, but we have questions about inc...

207. Find Balance with Technology and Live Undistracted | Katie Westenberg, Author of But Then She Remembered

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Distractions are nothing new, but the sheer amount of distractions available to us in our modern wor...

206. Kick Cold & Flu Season with Elderberry | Starla & Brad Walker of Abby’s Elderberry

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With the colder months quickly approaching, many parents want to start preparing their families to f...

205. Being a Prepared Mom On the Go and At Home | Karen Morris

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s guest is passionate about equipping moms to be prepared for whatever life throws at them. ...

204. Giving Our Families the Gift of a Home-Centered Life | Francesca Battistelli

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It was so fun to sit down and chat with Francesca about many of the things we share in common.  We ...

203. Building a $100k Farm Business in 3 Years | Grace the Shepherdess

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I hear from many of you that you want to live this homesteading lifestyle but you are wondering how ...

202. Don’t Wait for the Perfect Circumstances to Start Homesteading | Bay Sandoval

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The year 2020 was a catalyst that led many people to chase after the homesteading lifestyle, and Bay...

201. Natural Remedies, Groceries for a Large Family, New Homestead | Elizabeth of Purely Parsons

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's so good to have Elizabeth back on the podcast to share more of her story and expertise with us!...