48 Best Homesteading Podcasts to Listen to (2026)

We've gained a lot from modern life—but we've also lost something along the way. We're more disconnected from our food, our hands, our communities, and the skills that once made everyday life feel grounded. On the Old-Fashioned on Purpose podcast, bestselling author Jill Winger explores what's still worth keeping from the old ways—and how to make it work in real life now. Expect conversations about from-scratch food, old-fashioned skills, entrepreneurship, home, land, and what it means to build a meaningful life without turning it into another impossible ideal. more

Desperate to grow, cook, and preserve real food for your family in only 5-10 hours a week, but stuck as a new homesteader looking for practical, tried and true methods that work? You wanted those pantry shelves filled yesterday, but the more you try, the more it seems a distant pipe dream. Online content is filled with impractical, untried homesteading advice, which wastes your precious time and money. Everyday Homesteading steps in with practical, tested solutions, cutting through the chaos with clear plans tailored for busy beginners to reclaim your family's health and independence through gardening, raising livestock, fresh seasonal cooking, herbal medicine and safe food preservation. Hosted by veteran homesteaders, Josh and Carolyn Thomas, who grow 70% of their family's food while running two businesses and homeschooling their large family, they have mastered practical homesteading for busy modern families. They have taught hundreds of thousands of new homesteaders to thrive with real-life homesteading through their online platforms Homesteading Family and School of Traditional Skills. Tune in weekly to learn how to grow, cook, and preserve your family's food, ditch health-destroying toxins, and save money monthly on groceries, all while building strong relationships and a sustainable legacy for your kids. Hit play now! more

Pioneering Today is all about getting back to basics, simple living, and self-sufficiency with old-fashioned skills and wisdom in a modern world. With heirloom gardening, canning, preserving the harvest, from scratch cooking, raising your own food, including livestock (backyard chickens, pigs, and cattle), natural medicine, herbs, DIY like soap making along with living a simple self-sufficient life, no matter where you live. Hosted by 5th generation homesteader, Melissa K. Norris, author of The Made-from-Scratch Life. This podcast brings you the conversation from MelissaKNorris.com and The Pioneering Today Academy, with Q&A's, teaching, tutorials, and always giving you practical ways and tips to live the simple and self-sufficient life. more

Helping you live a better life, if times get tough or even if they don't

Have you ever dreamt of starting a farm or homesteading? Do you love foraging for wild edibles? Is your perfect afternoon spent drifting downriver, fishing for that nights dinner? Or do love to spend a crisp fall morning hunting for wild game to share with your family? Or perhaps you spend all your free time digging in your garden, collecting herbs, vegetables, and fruits to enjoy. Homesteady is a show that focuses on living a more sustainable life. We talk about all the ways a modern Homesteader can put food on the table, from the fields, streams, gardens and woodlands. Our roads may be rocky, but with the right skills and knowledge we can make Homesteady. more

Welcome to the Ready Your Future Podcast - your resource for preparedness, survival, homesteading, and more, designed to help you build a better future. We understand that life can be unpredictable, and our podcast offers valuable insights, practical tips, and actionable advice to help you prepare for any situation that may arise. We provide essential information and guidance on how to prepare for emergencies, disasters, and other unexpected events, so you can stay safe and secure in any situation. So, if you are an experienced prepper, or just starting out, join us on this journey of common-sense preparedness, as we help you unlock your full potential and prepare for a brighter tomorrow, no matter what the future holds. more

Welcome to The Urban Farm Podcast, your partner in the Grow Your Own Food revolution! This audio only podcast features special guests like Rosemary Morrow, Zach Loeks, and Andrew Millison as we discuss the art and value of growing food in urban areas. We'll explore topics such as gardening basics, urban beekeeping and chicken farming, permaculture, successful composting, monetizing your farm, and much more! Each episode will bring you tips and tricks on how to overcome common challenges, opportunities to learn from the experience of people just like you, and plenty of resources to ensure you're informed, equipped, and empowered to participate more mindfully in your local food system... and to have a great time doing it!Support our Podcast and listen Ad-Free! Visit www.urbanfarm.org/patron for more information and see what else we include. more

Gardenfork Radio is Maker, DIY, Urban Homesteading, Cooking, Gardening, Home Improvement, Beekeeping and other fun stuff. There's always a ton of stuff swirling in my head, and it doesn't all make it into a Gardenfork show, so I thought, why not make a DIY podcast? Visit our site for videos and podcasts, and all sorts of cool stuff : http://gardenfork.tv more

Welcome to the OFFICIAL Homesteaders of America podcast! A podcast all about homesteading, gardening, livestock, natural living, and the celebration of this beautiful homesteading lifestyle. We talk about current events, inspiration, the Homesteaders of America conference, the homestead life, and more!Enjoy interviews with some of the nation's top farmers and homesteaders, newbies and experienced homesteaders, and tips and tricks along the way. more

Helping you become more resilient through food. We are more disconnected from our food and drink than ever before! Generational cooking skills and food traditions are slowly withering away, and many of us have no idea where our food is coming from. We explore topics such as food resilience, nutrition, hunting, foraging, homesteading, regenerative farming, and more. Gather around our table and learn how to take control of your food supply chain and fuel yourself with nutrient-dense food. more

Join us as we talk about all things homesteading! We discuss things like gardening, livestock, permaculture, food preservation, foraging, hunting, fishing, and the know-how and skills that will help you in your homesteading journey to be more self-reliant and self-sufficient. https://redemptionpermaculture.com https://buymeacoffee.com/sthomestead more

Helping you live the live you life you choose on your terms. Living Free in Tennessee chronicles how we build our homestead, develop independence, plan and manage time and grow and preserve food sustainably - from a woman's point of view. more

Commentary and interviews on different aspects of permaculture, horticulture, farming, homesteading, eco building, alternative energy and more more

A podcast dedicated to Preppers, Homesteaders, Survivalists, and overall emergency preparedness.

Mother Earth News and Friends shares the stories of the leaders in sustainable and rural living. We're passionate about helping people learn more about natural health, homesteading, sustainability, and more. more

Our podcast discusses all things concerning raising pigs on pasture. From a small herd for personal consumption on the homestead to large scale commercial operations. We discuss the topics and talk to the producers. more

Do you feel like you want to cook from scratch, grow more of your own food, or live intentionally—but never have the time or energy to do it all? Tried diving headfirst into homesteading only to end up overwhelmed, burnt out, or wondering where to even begin? You're not alone. If you're ready to build a homestead life that actually works with your modern, busy schedule—this podcast is for you. Inside The Homestead Challenge, you'll find time-saving routines, realistic strategies, and practical tips to help you simplify home systems, grow what you can, and start living from scratch—without the pressure to do it all perfectly. Hey friend. I'm Brittany—crunchy mom, city homesteader, and your go-to for making slow living possible in real life. I tried the all-at-once approach to homesteading… and crashed hard into burnout. Turns out, trying to master everything at once just wastes time, money, and a whole lot of mental energy. But here's the good news: homesteading doesn't have to be all or nothing. You can do this in small steps that make a big impact. If you're ready to create a from-scratch lifestyle with more rhythm and less chaos—grab that sourdough starter from the back of the fridge... it's time to rise. https://thehomesteadchallenge.com more

We are your 2026 homesteading, survival gear, prepper news headquarters, covering all things #Survival, #Prepping, and #SelfReliance. Prepare with our Tech Partne r - Head to https://bepreparedsolutions.co/go/pbn , or use code PBN20 when you sign up to get 20% off their incredible preparedness tools, custom plans, and LOCAL INTELLIGENCE. PBN's variety of shows covers everything from building resilient #Homestead setups and mastering #OffGridLiving to achieving true #SelfSufficiency through #Permaculture techniques and #Homesteading essentials. Whether you're gearing up for #SHTF scenarios, exploring #OffGrid energy solutions, or honing skills for everyday resilience, our episodes deliver practical advice, real-world stories, and community insights to empower you in an uncertain world. Join our growing network of preppers and self-reliant enthusiasts subscribe now for weekly tips, interviews, and strategies to thrive in 2026!! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/prepper-broadcasting-network--3295097/support . more

Would you like to learn how to nurture a garden, raise farm animals, cook recipes from scratch, and preserve food for SHTF? Join me on the Gubba Homestead Podcast, where we share traditional homesteading skills and country insights for a more natural, self-reliant, healthful homestead life. more

Prepper Talk Radio is your podcast for prepping, survival, homesteading, emergency preparedness, planning, and common sense. We come from a vantage point of living prepared most of our lives and to a greater extent as we got older. We have been active in education and event management inside the preparedness industry and cover everything about prepping, self-sufficiency, self-reliance, water storage, food storage, firearms, self-defense, security, homesteading, gardening, and best of all, mindset.  are just a few of the many topics discussed with our expert guests. If you're hoping to learn more about the fun and enjoyable side of prepping and emergency preparedness without the doom and gloom (ok, maybe there's a little), look no further than Prepper Talk Radio. New episodes will be uploaded twice a week. Meet our hosts:Scott, Shane and Paris,Scott; the founder of PrepperCon, the nation's largest preparedness and survival expo, and preparedness educator, enthusiast and expert.Shane; a lifelong prepper, blogger and survival expert.  Shane is our real life Burt Gummer.Paris; a prepper of his own right, and financial advisor who is passionate about prepping and financial self reliance. more

Deep South Homestead is your place to enjoy the simpler things of life like sitting on the porch, tending a garden, hunting in the woods, fishing in the pond, or squeezing cane at the old cane mill. Let's head to the Porch for some good conversation. more

This is the Homesteading for Beginners podcast and I'm Mona Weathers, your homesteading mentor and coach. I'm here to encourage you to pursue your homesteading goals with the right mindset in a way that is healthy for you, your family and your community. If you desire to establish a solid foundation for your homesteading journey then you are in the right place. Join me as I share stories from the past 20 years of my own journey as well as practical and actionable steps you can take to START and MAINTAIN a healthy homestead. I'm passionate about teaching beginner homesteaders how to start a homestead that aligns with their goals for self-sufficiency in a way that is sustainable and profitable. If you are ready to get started today, download the free Homesteading for Beginners checklist. https://www.healthyhomesteading.com/checklist/ more

Follow along on our journey of living off-grid on our 42 acre homestead in western Colorado as well as running a regenerative herb farm and creating seasonal herbal products to meet the needs of our community. Other topics discussed will include planning and goal setting for your best life, the importance of community building, and tons of DIY projects for the farmstead.Help keep the show going by checking out our online farm store at NordicFoxFarm.com. We appreciate your support so, so much! more

Homesteading Made Simple is a podcast about practical homesteading skills for real life. Homesteading looks a lot different in real life than it does on the internet, and this podcast is about making it feel doable. I'm Wendi, and each episode focuses on homesteading skills that actually fit into everyday life. We talk about gardening, food storage, food preservation, kitchen skills, preparedness, and self-reliance. The calm, common-sense kind. Not extreme. Not fear-based. You'll also hear about real estate, land, and choosing homes that support homesteading and self-reliant living. Whether you're dreaming of land, managing a backyard homestead, or simply making better decisions where you live, real estate plays a big role in the life you're building. This podcast is practical, honest, and rooted in real experience. Some lessons go smoothly. Others are learned the hard way. Either way, the goal is the same. Build skills. Build confidence. Keep it simple. New episodes release regularly. Subscribe and start building homesteading skills that support a more prepared, capable life. On Homesteading Made Simple, you'll hear conversations around questions like: How do I start homesteading when I don't have land or a perfect setup? What homesteading skills actually matter most for everyday life? How do I build real homesteading skills without getting overwhelmed? What does modern homesteading look like for families today? How do gardening, food storage, and kitchen skills work together on a homestead? How can homesteading make life feel calmer, not harder? What does preparedness look like for homesteaders who don't want to live in fear? How do I become more self-reliant through simple homesteading skills? How does real estate and land choice affect homesteading success? How do I build confidence and capability at home, one skill at a time? more

The Farm Family Table⏐Homesteading, Homemaking, Christian MomNew Do you desire a simpler, healthier lifestyle for your family but just feel stuck in the hustle of busy mom life? Do you wish there was an easy way to start homesteading without immediately feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or not good enough? Hi, I'm Jocelyn, and I'm so excited you're here at The Farm Family Table. I remember when I became a new mom, I wanted to set my child up for their best, healthiest life, but often I felt exhausted and discouraged. I wanted to provide the best food, from-scratch, and be more self-reliant, but it felt impossible to balance learning new skills, taking care of my home, and spending quality time with my kids. I felt overwhelmed by all the things I wanted and needed to do, and felt guilty when I couldn't keep up. I compared myself to picture-perfect farm life on social media, only to feel like I'm not doing enough but not sure how to do more. This was not the life God had planned for me. But then I discovered a secret to start homesteading the easy way for less stress, more joy, and more time focusing on what matters most, faith and family. What if I told you, there's a way that you can achieve healthy balance and thrive in this lifestyle that God is calling you to? Want to learn how?Inside this podcast, you will find:- Encouragement for creating a homestead with God at the center- Resources for building knowledge in homesteading skills like cooking from scratch, gardening, food preservation, and raising animals- Practical tips for faith-based family life on the farmI can't wait for you to join me on this journey, so we can slow down, put God and our families first, and enjoy a more simple, natural, self-sufficient lifestyle. My prayer is that you leave this podcast encouraged in Christ and equipped with practical knowledge for your homestead. For free resources on all your favorite homesteading topicsVisit the Website: www.farmfedfamily.comWant to reach out?Email Us: ****@farmfedfamily.com more

Welcome to the Cabin.  I'm Shawn James, the host of the My Self Reliance podcast and YouTube channel. This is the story of how I am withdrawing from modern society to pursue a free, natural, healthy, meaningful and satisfying life and how you can too. Join me as I build an off grid homestead in the wilderness complete with log cabins, an outdoor kitchen, a wood-fired sauna, lumber mill, vegetable garden, fruit orchard, food forest and haven for wildlife. more

The Southern Appalachian Herbal Podcast is about Medicinal Herbalism, Wildcrafting, Growing Herbs, Making Herbal Medicine, life in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Homesteading and living off the land, by a traditional Southern man. Blog: southernappalachianherbs.blogspot.com Email: ****@gmail.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/southern-appalachian-herbs--4697544/support . more

Welcome to The Small Scale Life Podcast! The Small Scale Life Podcast is focused on gardening; homesteading/DIY projects; wellness; financial freedom and minimalism; and connecting to nature. The podcast focuses on providing real-life stories and experiences from the hosts and guests, often encouraging listeners to take small, practical steps toward self-reliance and sustainability. Learn, do, grow, and be a little better everyday! That, my friends, is a good thing (and where the magic is)! You can find more about Small Scale Life at our website https://smallscalelife.com. more

The Cottagers Podcast, in association with Cottage Pastures, is on a mission to inspire, support and promote agricultural pursuits characterized by farming and homesteading. We are inspired by our Catholic Faith and believe agriculture is a great means to illuminate the beauty of that faith in the world today. Join us as we talk about farming, homesteading, the Catholic faith and more! more

Everyone deserves an agricultural education — to understand food, land, and responsibility at a scale that fits real life. Hosted by Kody Hanner , agricultural educator, homeschool mom of six, and lifelong rural advocate, The Homestead Education Podcast explores how accessible, small-scale agricultural education can build capable people, strengthen families, and create resilient local food systems. Drawing from generations of rural knowledge, educated in animal science, and years of teaching families outside traditional systems, Kody breaks down complex food and education topics into practical, usable skills for homes, classrooms, and communities. Each week, you'll hear honest conversations about food systems, small-scale agriculture, homeschooling, and real-world education — designed for families, educators, and anyone who believes we shouldn't outsource our lives. Whether you live on acreage, in town, or somewhere in between, this podcast will help you understand where your food comes from, why it matters, and how practical agricultural knowledge can create meaningful change. more

Educational and inspirational conversations with the homesteaders who are at the forefront of the modern homesteading movement. more

This podcast chronicles my homesteading journey on 7 acres in Ohio with my husband, chickens, bees and garden. This podcast is meant to be a bridge between nature centered homesteading and the more girly aspects of your life. Some topics discussed on my show are: what it means to be a homesteader, beekeeping, food preservation, self sufficiency, gardening for beginners, planners, backyard chickens, seasonal living, year round gardening, nontoxic homemaking, holistic living, safer skincare, hunting, clean beauty, real food cooking, canning basics, rural living, and living in the Midwest! more

Four moms sharing stories of homesteading life—gardening, home cooking, and embracing a slower, more intentional pace. more

The Call To Farms podcast is dedicated to the pursuit of self-sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability. Tim and Sophia Eng are a military family, both born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and are self-taught first generation regenerative farmers who are building a homestead in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian mountains. Their multi-generational family have been actively homesteading on a 5-acre piece of land. This podcast is dedicated to their journey and is a call for others to join them in pursuing self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/call-to-farms/support more

This is where we talk about real life on the homestead, real food and real natural medicine.  We talk about homesteading, building community, prepping and survival from a homemaker's perspective. We do our best to provide real and practical, old-fashioned solutions to modern everyday problems with a positive outlook on the future.  more

In uncertain times, return to your roots, where traditional homesteading skills, faith and family thrive.Join Cheryl Franklin each week as she discusses topics such as self-sufficiency, off-grid living, sustainable and simple living, food and farming, rural living, DIY skills and practical tips- whether you're a beginner or seasoned homesteader. Learn more at https://ozarkshomesteading.com/Cheryl Franklin is the Ozarks Homesteading Expo Founder/Organizer more

We became homesteaders three years ago when we moved to our new home on a little over three acres. But, we were learning and practicing homesteading skills long before that. This podcast is about all kinds of homesteaders, and farmers, and bakers - what they do and why they do it. I'll be interviewing people from all walks of life, different ages and stages, about their passion for doing old fashioned things in a newfangled way.https://buymeacoffee.com/lewismaryes more

Welcome to The Florida Homesteader Podcast, where we bring the pages of the magazine to life! Each week we sit down with farmers, ranchers, homesteaders, and local businesses across Florida to share stories, skills, and inspiration. From cracker cattle and backyard chickens to regenerative farming and community connections, this podcast celebrates the heart of Florida agriculture. New episodes air every Tuesday. Visit thefloridahomesteader.com and find us on YouTube! more

Budget Homesteading, DIY Decor, Family life and miscellaneous thoughts and comments. New Podcast released every weekend. Don't miss them! more

Welcome to Sustainable Alaska, where we talk about all things pertaining to Alaska living, homesteading, farming, and gardening. Susstainable Alaska is sponsored by Common Ground Alaska - a teaching farmstead that feeds Alaskans. more

Welcome to the Homestead-ish Podcast! Join us - Kristin and Devon - as we reconnect with nature and each other through the homesteading movement. In every episode, we share our journey of rediscovering the skills of our great-grandparents, uncovering sustainable practices, and learning how to heal our planet one step at a time. Perfect for non-traditional enthusiasts eager to cultivate traditional skills and meaningful connections, this podcast offers a space for everyone to engage. Tune in and become a part of our community dedicated to preserving our natural resources for generations to come. Don't miss out—subscribe now and start your homestead-ish adventure with us! more

Homesteading, off-grid, neurodiversity, low income, health struggles? We have lived through it all. It is our mission to help build hope as we share our experiences- the good and the bad- to inspire you as you go out, dream big, and discover your OWN Yurtiful Life. more

The Compost Pile | Gardening & Homesteading explores all things gardening, homesteading, and organic gardening. Your Hosts, David Pool & Aaron Barnhill, will dive into pollinators, practical fundamentals, tips for success, and more. David Pool has over 20 years in the green industry and helps people daily solving all types of gardening, landscape, lawn, and homestead issues.Aaron Barnhill is a seasoned cook and resident 'newer' gardener, bringing up all the questions that David is used to and challenging him to learn even more with things he doesn't know. Join us on this adventure of all things gardening and more on The Compost Pile! more

Welcome to Home, Heritage, & Hope, a podcast where faith meets real life on the homestead. Hosted by Brandee Gillham — a homeschool mama, rancher's wife, and self-proclaimed 'dangerously authentic' truth-teller — this show is a warm, grounded space for women passionate about home life, family discipleship, and biblical living.Each episode dives deep into topics like homeschooling, home health, birth, gardening, stewarding land and livestock, and building a lasting godly legacy for the next generation. You'll hear honest conversations, practical wisdom, humorous ranch stories, and even vulnerable reflections on hard topics like cancer and grief — all anchored in the hope of Scripture and the joy of eternity.Whether you're in the thick of parenting, homesteading, or simply seeking truth with a dose of laughter, you'll leave each episode equipped, empowered, and encouraged.Subscribe now on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen. more

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. more

🎙️ Ditch the StoreLife's too short for store-bought eggs.Tired of soaring prices and supermarket nonsense? This podcast is your cheeky, no-nonsense guide to growing food, raising animals, making homemade goods, and living frugally—whether you're in the suburbs or on a small farm.New episodes weekly + a new Ditch the Store book every two months to help you break free, one step at a time.Let's grow it, make it, raise it—and ditch the store. more

Are you new to homesteading and passionate about wellness? My name is Brooke, and this podcast is all about making the journey simple, doable, and real—with plenty of personal stories (and failures!) along the way. Here, you'll find practical steps to help you source your local farmers, ditch toxins in your home, and create simple, nourishing meals for your family. Whether you're just starting out or looking for fresh inspiration, this is a place to learn, grow, and embrace the beauty of a natural, intentional life—failures and all! Find me on Instagram!! more

Do you feel like there's never enough time in your day or overwhelmed by the endless to-do list?Trying to manage your home as a homemaker and SAHM—homeschool, tend the homestead, and keep some sense of organization—yet still feeling behind?Do you long for simple rhythms, better time management, and systems that actually work for real life… not just Pinterest?Friend, I've been there too.And I'm so glad you're here.If you're a mom who dreams of a peaceful, purposeful homestead life—who wants homemaking to feel meaningful instead of frantic—but it feels like you'd need an extra 12 hours in your day to make it happen—this podcast is for you.Hi, I'm Amanda. Wife. Mama. Homesteader. Homemaker. Milkmaid. And a Daughter of the King.I've rocked babies at 2 a.m., crying and wondering, 'How am I supposed to do it all?'The weeds grew taller.The dishes stacked higher than a game of Tetris.The laundry sat untouched in my home.All while I tried to learn to make sourdough and milk a cow, hoping the next homesteading skill would finally fix the chaos in my homemaking.But the truth that changed everything wasn't a recipe or a quick fix.It was learning to simplify.To build gentle systems.To create daily and weekly rhythms.To bring real organization and intentional time management into my home and homestead.I learned how to move through my days as a homemaker with purpose instead of pressure—how to let my routines support my home instead of exhaust me.Now, I've built a flexible, grace-filled plan that fits every part of me:the homesteader, the homemaker, the SAHM, the mama.And I'm here to share it with you.Are you ready to simplify your life, manage your home with confidence, build rhythms that last, and create systems that bring peace instead of stress?If you're ready to embrace homemaking as a calling, grow your skills, and steward your homestead and home without burning out - Grab your pitchfork and planner, friend. Let's do this.Connect With MeWEBSITE: www.simplylivinghomestead.comJoin the Community Come be part of the Simply Living Homestead family! Our private Community group is where real conversations happen and encouragement is shared. www.simplylivinghomestead.com/communitySubscribe to the Newsletter Stay connected with monthly homestead updates, recipes, and encouragement to simplify your life. Plus behind the scenes of baby animals and homestead life! www.simplylivinghomestead.com/newsletterReview the Podcast If this show has encouraged or helped you, would you take a minute to leave a review? Your words help other women find the podcast and simplify their own homestead journey.  www.simplylivinghomestead.com/reviewFree 15-Minute Coaching Chat   Not sure where to start with your home, time, or homestead rhythms? Let's chat for 15 minutes and see what support would help you move forward with clarity and peace. www.simplylivinghomestead.com/call Book a 1-Hour Coaching Session Ready for real clarity and a plan that finally fits your life? In this focused hour, we'll work through the areas you feel most overwhelmed—your home, your time, or your homestead systems—and create practical steps you can use right away. www.simplylivinghomestead.com/coach more