Carolyn and Josh Thomas know their life is different. But this has only sometimes been the case. They share their journey to homesteading on the Pantry Chat - Homesteading Family podcast. What made this couple leave their comfortable life in the L.A. suburbs? And how did they start? This now-large family grows their produce, does their canning, and never has to go to the grocery store. On this podcast, they tell listeners how they can become homesteaders, too.
The Pantry Chat - Homesteading Family podcast came from a simple place. Carolyn and Josh reevaluated their lives when they were expecting their first child. They packed their bags and left the city. Their life now feels peaceful, sustainable, and fulfilling. Baking bread and raising chickens fill their days. By working the earth, they care for themselves and find joy daily. They spend their hours meaningfully, and gridlocked traffic is a thing of the past.
Pantry Chat - Homesteading Family teaches listeners about living off-grid. Experts join Josh and Carolyn to discuss food storage, composting, and gardening. In one episode, Nicholas Burtner talks about permaculture. This is a whole-system way of waste-free agriculture. He explains how to use it for big gardens as well as small city plots. People make many gardening mistakes, but the show offers tips to avoid the most common. Other episodes discuss watering systems, soil health, and when to plant for a good harvest.
Carolyn and Josh bring positivity to every aspect of this podcast, whether choosing the right freezer or becoming a canner. They know the challenges that come with altering a lifestyle, and they're here to help. It's a lot of hard work, but it's the right choice for some people. Listeners can become part of a growing community of modern homesteaders. Josh and Carolyn's friendly advice is great for anyone considering the simple life. New episodes of Pantry Chat - Homesteading Family come out several times a week.
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