Smokey Acres Podcast

A quick little update on all the chaos that is renovating a home! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

To end a wonderful sunny Saturday, Charlie gives additional updates on all the animals and home renovations. This episode was recorded outside so you can all be serenaded by the screeching voices of guinea hens. Enjoy

With a new phone to record and many many life updates, Charlie is back to get you all up to speed on life at Smokey Acre Farm! Diving into what new in the past year and what to look forward to, this episode will be the beginning of a fresh new start for this podcast! Enjoy

A little update for you all as I'm still working out the recording kinks. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

There will be a delay in the uploading of episode 21 and future episodes as my laptop is taking a nap in rice. Hopefully it turns back on and we can get back to business. If not we will figure it out one way or another... --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

A little bonus episode for your week(: Charlie talks about all that goes into preparing the homestead for winter. Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date and follow along for the ride @smokeyacrefarm --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

An apple a day keeps the doctor away...or at Smokey Acre Farm, an apple a day is not enough apples eaten with how many our tree produced this year. Charlie discusses all the apples they harvested this year and the ways they preserved them from cider to apple chips to sliced for the freezer all with the help of some very good friends. Corresponding photos for this episode can be found on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm Thanks for listening(: --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie discusses the not-so-fun side of homesteading and raising animals. Charlie and Kyle had to butcher roosters they hatched this past spring, she talks about her feelings regarding it and the upside of having farm-raised chicken in their freezer. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie branches off of the food preservation episode to talk jam making. Where did fruit preserves come from and why it's one of the easiest food preservations methods. This is for all folks, country folks, city folks, let's all make jam! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie discusses the ways you can go about preserving your garden harvest. From canning to freezing, dehydrating and fermenting, what you need and what works the best. Listen to the end for information that was left out of the composting episode(: References: The Old Fashioned on Purpose podcast with Jill Winger Roots and Refuge Farm on youtube Put 'em Up "A Comprehensive Home Preserving Guide for the Creative Cook" by Sherri Brooks Vinton --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Sitting at the picnic table, starting to process our apples! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, amongst many life updates, Charlie touches on what her garden produced this year. From animals eating all the squash, to canning tomatoes and finding more lobster mushrooms! Take a listen to hear more! Follow us on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm to stay up to date! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In this episode, Charlie reflects on how busy the end of summer is. She jumped into a couple of impromptu reorganizing projects, is it stress relief or just procrastination? ...productive procrastination at the very least. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie talks the basics of composting. From what you need to get started to what you can/can't compost. She also discusses ways you can compost if you live in a city where it might not seem as attainable. Tune in to learn more! Follow us on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm to stay up to date! Thank you for listening, please subscribe, rate and review(: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie takes a shallow dive into the summer foraging grocery list. She discusses specific foraged foods she has experience with from mushrooms to berries and touches on many more. The summer months in the midwest are perfect for a fresh foraged dinner. At the end of the episode, she also gives some resources you can use to get started or dive deeper into foraging. Disclaimer: This podcast or Instagram shouldn't be used as an identification guide for consumption but merely as inspiration to do your own exploration and research. Please always use proper identification guides and multiple resources to confirm the proper identification of any plant before consuming it. Resources: MN https://www.exploreminnesota.com/article/explore-minnesotas-great-outdoors-foraging "Becoming an Outdoors Woman" classes and groups http://files.dnr.state.mn.us/education_safety/education/bow/bow-catalog.pdf Twin Cities Group https://www.fourseasonforaging.com/about-us Ely Folk School https://elyfolkschool.org/ Grand Marias Folk School https://northhouse.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIk6bgx6KU6wIVcyCtBh3oqQ4VEAAYASAAEgI62PD_BwE Duluth Folk School https://duluthfolkschool.com/ Twin Cities Foraging store & events https://www.forest-fork.com/ Facebook Groups: Duluth/Lake Superior Mycology Society; Foraging MN; Naturalist MN Go check out the @smokeyacrefarm Instagram for photos and to stay up to date! Please like, review & subscribe! Thank you for listening(: --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In this week's episode, Charlie talks about her and Kyle's latest camping trip that didn't go exactly as planned. She tells the story of the storm they faced and how nature has a way of humbling even the most avid outdoors-person. Photos of the camping trip and storm damage are up @smokeyacrefarm Instagram! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In this episode, Charlie and Kyle talk about that one summer that they decided to live in a 300 sq. ft. space with 3 dogs and no running water. Take a listen to hear some of the crazy stories during that time and the things they learned about living in a small space with another person.  Check out Instagram @smokeyacrefarm to see pictures of their camper set up. Please subscribe to the Smokey Acre Podcast on your preferred streaming service and leave a review, thank you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie sits down with her younger sister Lani over Zoom to chat about her passions. They dive into Lani's activism journey from wanting to pursue politics to focusing more on street activism and nonprofit groups. Her latest project she has taken on with a group of amazing womxn has focused on achieving major structural reform in the school district we both grew up in, ISD 196 focusing on Eagan Highschool. Please check out their efforts on their page @eagancallout on Instagram. There is also a link in their bio for a petition that needs more signatures. Please show your support, whether that is signing the petition, donating money, or using your voice to support their efforts.  There will be links to their Instagram on our Instagram post @smokeyacrefarm.  TRIGGER WARNING/DISCLAIMER: mentions of racial and sexual abuse/assault are mentioned in this episode.  I also apologize for the lower quality audio as it was recorded through Zoom.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In this episode, Charlie talks more about where her passion for sustainability comes from and the small steps that we all can take to make a difference. She also talks about why recycling should be the last step in the reduce, reuse, repair, recycle motto. Please rate, subscribe, and follow on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm to stay up to date and support! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In today's episode, Charlie talks about owning chickens, the ups, the downs, and the fresh eggs! If you've ever considered owning chickens whether that's 50 free-range chickens or 5 back yard hens, she'll give you some basic information on how to get started and the breeds they've raised at Smokey Acre Farm. Check out pictures of their chickens posted on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm Mentioned in this episode is an alternative to a basic chicken waterer that can be used with any type of bucket and are more sanitary. Link below https://www.amazon.com/Lovatic-Poultry-Water-Nipples-Horizontal/dp/B0757GGBV3 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

In this short episode, Charlie talks about what is going on in her life from a bear destroying their bird feeder to a yummy cookbook inspired meal. (The cookbook is called Small Victories by Julia Turshen) For Charlie's birthday this year and with it being pride month, she is asking for donations through her Facebook campaign for the Black Trans Women Advocacy Coalition. Please consider donating to honor the black trans women who have fought for the rights of our LGBTQIA communities. She also discusses The Radical Joy Project's event this week for black femme healing. It is on June 28th from 6-9pm in the Loring Park area. Please check out their Instagram @radicaljoyproject and/or email them at blackfemmesolidarity@gmail.com to figure out how you can contribute. (For example, Charlie donated necklaces she made and Kyle donated tattoo gift cards for their raffle. Cash funds are also accepted.) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Today Charlie talks about how they ended up getting Nigerian Dwarf goats and why. A brief introduction to the mistakes they made right off the bat, the use and enjoyment they get out of having goats and why dwarf goats versus larger dairy breeds or dairy cows. Check out Instagram @smokeyacrefarm for cute goat photos and videos(: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Today Charlie discusses her goal of going plastic-free/zero waste in her bathroom. She talks about all the changes they've made and easy ways you can lower your waste output in your bathroom as well! Also mentioned is the sale of Charlie's jewelry on her personal Instagram @charlienhe. 100% of everything sold will be donated to Holistic Heaux and their Rebellion Relief Fund. Please check out their website and Instagram www.holisticheaux.com or @holistic_heaux Products & Websites mentioned: bidet; hellotushy.com toothpaste bites; bitestoothpastebits.com most other products; zerowastestore.com (shampoo & conditioner bars, loofah bag, Albatross razor, dog soap bar) Follow us on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

After a day of forging and laying pavers, Charlie & Kyle sit down to chat with a cold beer about the completed projects. These minisodes will touch on completed woodworking, forging, art, or home renovations projects in real time. They chat about a couple of bottle openers and a fire roasting stick that Kyle forged as well as adding pavers at the bottom of the steps of their deck. Check out the photos on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Charlie interviews her youngest sister, Ryan after a day of planting in the garden. They discuss Ryan's recent graduation from Harbor City International HS, her plans for the future, and what she thinks of Charlie & Kyle's hobby farm. Follow us on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Charlie talks about diving headfirst into large scale vegetable gardening. It's only her 2nd year, she has no idea what she's doing but she's figuring it out as she goes. She discusses everything from her seed starting process, what she changed from last year, and what her ideas are for the future. Check out the photos of the garden and plants on their Instagram @smokeyacrefarm! Here is to a successful gardening year for us all! This episode is accompanied by a bonus interview with Charlie's littlest sister, Ryan. Give it a listen!  Please also take a look at the show notes in the Black Lives Matter episode to contribute to the movement. Thank you! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

A break from our normal programming as Charlie addresses a topic to important not to talk about. These 15 minutes are simply to try to make sure we're all aware of resources to contribute to the movement and ways to educate ourselves. Any profits or contributions to this podcast will go directly to one of the organizations listed below. DONATIONS: *Reclaim the Block www.reclaimtheblock.org *Black Visions Collective www.blackvisionsmn.org *Unicorn Riot www.unicornriot.ninja *NAACP Minneapolis www.mplsnaacp.org *We Love Lakeside fund * Northside Funders Group *Midway United *George Floyd Memorial Fund www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd ACTIONS FOR BREANNA TAYLOR: Call- Senator Rand Paul @ 2707828303 ; District Attorney Tom Wine @ 5025952300 ; Attorney General Daniel Cameron @ 5026965300 Sign Petitions- colorofchange.org or standwithbre.com EDUCATION ITEMS: Books: Me & White Supremacy by Laila Saad, They Were Her Property by Stephanie Jones-Rogers, So You Want to Talk about Race by Ijeoma Oluo Podcasts: The Fall Line, Armchair Expert Ep212 with Heather McGhee, 1619, CodeSwitch, Justice in America Movies: Do the Right Thing, Moonlight, Get Out, 13th, The Hate you Give, 12 Years a Slave, Selma, Just Mercy, When they see us, and Waves --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

During this episode, Charlie interviews her fiance & Smokey Acre Farm partner, Kyle. Get to know him a little bit better from his job as a tattoo artist to his passions of woodworking, forging, and animals. They also touch on finding their house and making it the home it is today. Enjoy! Follow his business page on Facebook or Instagram @kylejamestattoo or visit the shop's or his website @ kylejamestattoo.com or benchmarktattoo.com Follow the @smokeyacrefarm on Instagram to keep up to date with our hobby farm and projects. Right now in my home state of Minnesota and across the United States we are seeing protests breaking out to fight for our POC friends and family. Please consider contributing to one of the many groups that are assisting neighborhoods and protests during this time if you are unable to participate yourself. Be safe out there and lets change this broken system! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Charlie gives a little life update and discusses her latest experiment with naturally dying clothes. Natural dyes are a safe and sustainable way to freshen up your wardrobe and hopefully after this episode you will be able to do so without making the same mistakes! Check out the @smokeyacrefarm Instagram for the corresponding photos of the results! Videos referenced: My Green Closet; https://youtu.be/CejVuJK9jL8 Rose Uncharted; https://youtu.be/ZbX95pectgE Buzzfeed Nifty; https://youtu.be/fCKULKTt4p4 Also check out The Ochre Stone on Instagram, Facebook or their website to see her naturally dyed clothing items for sale. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

A little bonus episode for your weekend! Charlie discusses what she's learned while foraging for food in the Minnesota springtime from morels to fiddleheads to ramps. I hope this makes you want to get curious about your natural spaces and get exploring! (Always be safe when foraging, use proper identification tools and use safe preparation when consuming) Go check out @smokeyacrefarm on Instagram to see the corresponding photos! Some of the field guides I recommend are the National Audubon Society for mushrooms, birds or trees or The Peterson Field Guides, they have one on wild edibles. I also own 2 guides by Teresa Marrone which are more basic but super easy to use. Other references you can use are the Minnesota Naturalist and Minnesota Foraging pages on Facebook or exploreminnesota.com. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

For the past two years, Charlie & Kyle have been making their own maple syrup on Smokey Acres Farm. Charlie discusses all things maple syrup this episode! Check out the Instagram @smokeyacrefarm to see photos of their process. CORRECTION: I said it was smokier tasting due to using more pine, however it was less pine than last year and more maple and birch --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

These minisodes will touch on completed woodworking, forging, art, or home renovations projects in real time. This first minisode, Charlie & Kyle talk about his latest tabletop build for a tiny home! Check out the Smokey Acre Farm Instagram for pictures of the project. To check out the tabletops' new home go to @tinylivingwitholivia on Instagram. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support

Charlie introduces the hobby farm she owns with her fiance Kyle,  a little about herself and what she hopes for the future of the Smokey Acres Podcast. Follow us on Instagram @smokeyacrefarm to see corresponding photos and additional content --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smokeyacrespodcast/support