Podcast Episodes

External Parasite Prevention for Pets and Livestock

Episode 210

Parasites, such as fleas and ticks, are tiny organisms that can pose a big threat to our animals. How can we look out for our furry and feathered friends? Dr. Caroline Sobotyk, assistant professor of…

Published on 2 years ago

Audio Article: Essential Elements for a Predator-Proof Coop

Story by Stacy Benjamin, read by Jessica Mitchell.

A safe space for your flock means less stress on your birds and more peace of mind for you. This story comes from the June/July 2023 issue of MOTHER…

Published on 2 years ago

Audio Article: Build a Basic Survival Shelter

Story by Jason Knight, read by John Moore.

Construct a simple but effective sanctuary to keep you warm during a wilderness emergency. This story comes from the November/December 2023 issue of Grit ma…

Published on 2 years, 1 month ago

How to Grow Mushrooms: Liquid Culture Recipe

Episode 208

In this episode of Mother Earth News and Friends, we're talking with Erin Hamilton of the Mushroom Conservatory all about how to cultivate mushrooms at home. In this special video podcast, learn abou…

Published on 2 years, 1 month ago

Audio Article: Learning with Seeds, Engaging Young Minds

Story by Leah Smith, read by Kenny Coogan.

Facilitate a love of the natural world with one of its smallest components: seeds. This story comes from the November/December 2023 issue of Grit magazine.…

Published on 2 years, 1 month ago

Intro to 4-H Chicken Showmanship and Poultry Projects

Episode 207

4-H programs can be an amazing way to introduce kids and teens to the world of agriculture, science, engagement, and more to help them grow into confident leaders. In this episode, we're going to be…

Published on 2 years, 1 month ago

What are Cordyceps?

Have you ever heard of cordyceps? For many of us, our knowledge of cordyceps – a category of fungi that includes hundreds of species - may be limited to video games or shows, where this fungi is the …

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Audio Article: Rodenticide Toxicity in Pets

Story by Amelia Eigerman, read by John Moore.

Avoid potential pet poisoning by knowing what's in your pest control. This story comes from the October/November 2023 issue of MOTHER EARTH NEWS magazine…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Audio Article: Outrunning a Bug Apocalypse

Story by Robert Turner, read by Jessica Mitchell.

Many scientists call it the "sixth extinction." Can technology provide a way out? This story comes from the October/November 2023 issue of MOTHER EAR…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago

Chicken Comb Care

Episode 205

What's the function of chicken combs, and how can we keep them and our chickens healthy? In this episode, Kenny Coogan chats with Heather Levin, longtime chicken-keeper and educator, about what combs…

Published on 2 years, 2 months ago