Podcast Episodes

Episode 112 - Chickens with Afros & 5 Toes

Season 3 Episode 112

Ditch the Store Podcast

If you thought chickens were just clucky egg machines, think again! In this episode, CJ dives into the weird and wonderful world of unusual chicken breeds — from fluffy Silkies…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Episode 111 - Top Coop Questions

Season 3 Episode 111

Got questions about chicken coops? You’re not alone — and you’re in the right place.
In this episode, CJ tackles the most common questions she hears from new and seasoned chook-keepers alike. Whether …

Published on 4 months, 4 weeks ago

Episode 110 - Why Homesteaders Start with Chickens

Season 3 Episode 110

In this solo episode, CJ dives into why chickens are the ultimate starter livestock for anyone wanting to break up with the supermarket and take back control of their food supply. From skyrocketing e…

Published on 5 months ago

Episode 109 - Welcome to Ditch the Store

Season 3 Episode 109

🎙️ Welcome to the very first episode of Ditch the Store (formerly Not the Farmer’s Wife)!

We’re rebranding, not because the old name wasn’t great (shout-out to my son who named it!), but because we’ve…

Published on 5 months, 1 week ago

Episode 108: Egg Troubles Solved

Season 3 Episode 108

🐓 Egg Troubles Solved – Why Your Hens Aren’t Laying and How to Fix It

In this episode, CJ breaks down the most common egg-laying problems faced by chicken keepers. Whether your hens are laying soft-sh…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Episode 107: All Weather Hens

Season 3 Episode 107

Episode 107: All Weather Hens

In this episode of Not the Farmer’s Wife, CJ Steedman talks about how to care for your chickens in all weather conditions — from freezing winters to scorching summers. Sh…

Published on 5 months, 3 weeks ago

Episode 106: Happy and Healthy Hens

Season 3 Episode 106

In this episode of Not the Farmer’s Wife, CJ Steedman dives into the essentials of keeping backyard chickens healthy. She explains how to spot signs of illness in your hens (like pale combs, weight l…

Published on 6 months ago

Episode 105 - Growing Chicks to Layers

Season 3 Episode 105

Spotify Episode Description: Raising Chicks for Eggs

🐣 Hatchlings to Hens: Raising Chicks the Right Way

Thinking about raising your own egg-laying hens from chicks? In this episode, we’re taking a deep…

Published on 6 months, 1 week ago

Episode 104 - Better Feed = Better Eggs

Season 3 Episode 104

Episode 104: Better Feed = Better Eggs!

🐔 Want healthier hens and better eggs? It all comes down to nutrition! In this episode, I break down the do’s and don’ts of feeding your backyard chickens, why …

Published on 6 months, 2 weeks ago

Episode 103 - Chicken Coop Must-Haves

Season 3 Episode 103

Episode 103 - Chicken Coop Must-Haves

With rising egg prices, backyard chickens are becoming popular. But before bringing hens home, you need a secure, well-designed coop. This episode covers essentia…

Published on 6 months, 3 weeks ago