Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
314. Raising Hardworking, Humble Kids in an Entitled World | Casey & Jason Cashell
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the best way to raise capable kids is to let them work and create beside you? Casey and Ja...
313. Can Homemakers Balance It All? Q&A on Motherhood, Home Birth, Babywearing, Farmhouse Updates, and More!
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Building a new home that feels like it’s been here for a hundred years has been a labor of love (a...
312. What Changes When Your Kids Grow Up | Lessons from a Mother of 11 | Sarah of Our Tribe of Many
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting doesn’t necessarily get easier as the years go on, but the demands change. In this conve...
311. Create a Home That Works for You, Not Against You | Simplifying Motherhood with Sarah Therése
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the path to a peaceful home isn’t found in having more and doing more, but in less? In thi...
310. Baby #9 Came Early! Birth Story Surprises & Life as a Family of 11
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I’m back behind the mic with baby Miriam in my arms, sharing her birth story and what life has loo...
309. Building a Business Without Sacrificing Family Life | Laura of Joy Food Sunshine
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling six kids while running a thriving food blog is no small feat, but Laura of Joy Food Su...
308. Parenting Boys in Today’s Culture: Eight Essentials for Moms | Molly DeFrank
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Boyhood today looks very different than it did a generation ago, and many moms are wondering how to ...
307. Honest Motherhood Q&A: Baby #9, Behind the YouTube Curtain, Sourdough in Busy Seasons & More
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While waiting on baby #9, I’m sharing one last solo chat before stepping into the newborn season! ...
306. Screens vs. the Village: Why Moms Don’t Really Lack Time | RuthAnn of Homesteading with the Zimmermans
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Homesteading isn’t just about raising your own food— it’s about building a life where relation...
305. Turn Land Into Home: Design Outdoor Spaces You Actually Want to Be In | Tessa Pinner
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Creating a sense of history and place on raw land takes vision and patience, and garden designer Tes...
304. Toy Clutter, Baby Sleep, and Teen Drivers: Life in a Fast-Moving Season + More Q&A
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Life in this season feels full of change– new babies, teenagers gaining independence, and the dail...
303. Raising Kids Who Thrive: Habits and Foundations for the Early Years | Erin Cox of The Gentle + Classical Press
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Homeschooling isn’t just about academics. It’s about shaping character, habits, and family cul...
302. Building a Profitable Business from Home as a Mom: Lessons from a Micro Bakery | Lily of Flour Barn Bakery
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Juggling motherhood and entrepreneurship comes with unique challenges and unique rewards. In this ep...
301. Design Decisions, Third Trimester Updates, and Finding Enjoyment in the Process + More Q&A!
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
At 34 weeks pregnant, I’m sharing all the latest on our home build, pregnancy with baby #9, and wh...
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...