Podcast Episodes

Pumpkins, Spice and Everything Nice!

Episode 73

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about pumpkins, squash, and all things spice! Fall is officially in the air and the leaves are changing color. Many folks claim Autumn as their favorite season, and …

Published on 4 years, 2 months ago

Homesteaders of America Conference 2021

Episode 73

Today we’re sharing some of the common questions we answered from our trip to the Homesteaders of America conference in Virginia.

You may have noticed a brief pause in our podcast production as we tra…

Published on 4 years, 2 months ago

Meyer Moment: Fall Predators

Episode 72

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about Fall predators. Predator protection is paramount, to most chicken keepers at any point in the year, but each season brings its own concerns and predators. As t…

Published on 4 years, 2 months ago

The Best of Guards

Episode 72

Today we’re talking about guards, as part of our Best Of Series. We dedicate one episode per month to this series, covering the very best of each month's topic. For the month of October, we’re going …

Published on 4 years, 2 months ago

Meyer Moment: High Protein Treats

Episode 71

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about protein. While it may sound boring, protein is absolutely essential to the health of a chicken. Eggs, feathers, and everything in between need a steady supply …

Published on 4 years, 2 months ago

Winterize Your Garden (With Chickens!)

Episode 71

Today we’re talking about winterizing your garden, with chickens of course! For most of us throughout the Northern United States, our gardens have hit their peak and are starting to dwindle. As you p…

Published on 4 years, 3 months ago

Meyer Moment: Social Structure

Episode 70

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about the social structure of a chicken flock. You’ve heard of the pecking order, but beyond being the top bird or being last on the rung, there is a unique social s…

Published on 4 years, 3 months ago

Kendra's New Poultry Type

Episode 70

Today we’re talking about Kendra’s Newest Poultry Type.  Kendra's raised chickens, bantams, ducks, quail, guineas, and turkeys on my homestead - but just this week, I’ve added a new poultry type! Any…

Published on 4 years, 3 months ago

Meyer Moment: Will You Leave The Lights On?

Episode 69

Let’s take a Meyer Moment to talk about leaving the lights on. As daylight slowly fades away this time of year, do you leave the lights on in your coop? The question often begins with electricity in …

Published on 4 years, 3 months ago

Fall Chicks

Episode 69

When it comes to getting chicks, most keepers think of the Spring season. But in my opinion, any time of year is a good time for chickens! Ok, maybe not the dead of winter but as we face the beginnin…

Published on 4 years, 3 months ago