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Welcome to Gold Shaw Farm. Each episode we share stories about homesteading, farming and following your dreams. We offer honest conversations with people who are living life on their own terms and having a closer connection to the food that they consume and the world that they live in. If you want to start a homestead, build a farm or escape the rat race, our podcast offers the inspiration, motivation and tips that can help you achieve your dreams.

Morgan Gold, Gold Shaw Farm


    • Nov 24, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 37m AVG DURATION
    • 65 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Gold Shaw Farm Podcast

    The Truth About Homestead YouTubers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 60:43


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz   Be sure to check out Jess's podcast: https://rootsandrefuge.com/podcast-page/ As well as her YouTube Channels! Roots and Refuge: https://www.youtube.com/@RootsandRefugeFarm The Farmer's Table: https://www.youtube.com/@The_Farmers_Table   TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday, we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Why Farm Influencers Make People Angry

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2023 55:44


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday, we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Erewhon's Insane Grocery Prices Explained by a Farmer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 14:20


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp If you want your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    We're Not the Same. Stop Acting Like We Are.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2023 51:06


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp If you want your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    An Interview with My Wife (It gets weird.)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 49:00


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp If you want your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Cut Off My Finger, Might Delete Later

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 30:51


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp If you want your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Veronica Merrell and Aaron Burriss Want a Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 80:55


    My friends Veronica Merrell (The Merrell Twins) and Aaron Burriss (Aaron Burriss) came to Gold Shaw Farm to stay for a few days and see if farm life was right for them. In today's podcast episode, we discuss their reactions, what they want to do next, and some really random stuff, too. It was a fun conversation! If you want to learn more about Aaron and Veronica, you should check out their YouTube channels: The RonRon Channel: youtube.com/ronronfam Aarons Channel: youtube.com/aaronburriss Roni's Channel: youtube.com/merrelltwins   Check out my new book, Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos are on Monday and Thursday! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    A Farm Will Not Make You Happy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2023 92:11


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARDCOVER editions of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    White Collar Work vs Farm Work (Things They Don't Tell You)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 38:51


    Check out my new book, Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz   Shout out and thank you to my buddy Jason of  @SowtheLand  for joining today. Go to tell him Toby Dog says hello. https://sowtheland.com   Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos are on Monday and Thursday! http://bit.ly/SubGSF   TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    The Unthinkable Loss of Molly Murder Mittens

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 24:02


    GREAT NEWS! Both the PAPERBACK and the HARD COVER edition of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm are now available on Amazon: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz   The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp   If you want your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz   Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF   TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/  Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Why Vermont Hates Outsiders

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 55:56


    The audiobook version of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm is now available. Go here to grab it: https://adbl.co/3LbXaFp Shout out and thank you to Jonny Wanzer https://linktr.ee/jonnywanzer All praise to My Buddy Alfred https://www.youtube.com/@vermontheritagegranitecomp2062 If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    The Problem with Internet Farms (w/ Taylor Lorenz)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 46:22


    If you want to read Taylor Lorenz's new book, Extremely Online, go here: https://amzn.to/47ZUSTT If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz In this riveting episode, we delve into the complexities of showcasing rural life in the digital age with none other than Taylor Lorenz, a seasoned Washington Post reporter with a keen eye on internet culture. We unpack the challenges and nuances of putting your farm online, discussing the balance between maintaining privacy and connecting with a global audience. From social media etiquette to cyber threats, this episode covers ground that is often overlooked but incredibly pertinent for modern farmers looking to expand their reach and impact through online platforms. Alongside a deep dive into technology's role in farming, we also explore the emotional and philosophical aspects of sharing one's agricultural journey with the world. Our guest sheds light on the potential pitfalls and surprising benefits of integrating one's farm into the digital landscape, providing invaluable insights for anyone grappling with the intersection of traditional farming and social media. Tune in to hear this thought-provoking conversation that's as much about cultivating crops as it is about cultivating a balanced online presence. Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.  

    How I Get Stuff Done on the Farm: Organization System

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 34:25


    Mastering Farm Organization with ADHD: Tips, Tools, and Life Hacks. Are you struggling with ADHD and find it hard to keep your farm organized? In this must-listen episode, I share my firsthand experience as a farmer in Peacham, Vermont, managing ducks, geese, chickens, cattle, trees, bees, and pigs, all while having ADHD. Discover the game-changing tips, tools, and life hacks I use daily to keep my farm running smoothly. Whether you're a seasoned farmer or new to the game, you'll gain valuable insights that can make your farm life more organized and efficient. Topics Covered: Time management techniques for farmers with ADHD Must-have organizational tools for your barn and fields How ADHD can be a strength in farm management Livestock care schedules that work for an ADHD mind   If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    The People Stealing the World's Largest Trees (FARM CRIME)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 28:43


    If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz In putting together this episode, several resources were invaluable in my research. But the four most important sources were: Crimes Against Nature by Karl Jacoby https://www.ucpress.edu/book/9780520282292/crimes-against-nature The Timber Wars Podcast from Oregon Public Broadcasting https://www.opb.org/show/timberwars/ Tree Thieves: Crime and Survival in North America's Woods by Lyndsie Bourgon https://www.amazon.com/Tree-Thieves-Crime-Survival-Americas-ebook/dp/B0995JYLKL Timber: Toil and Trouble in the Big Woods by Ralph Andrews https://www.amazon.com/Timber-Toil-Trouble-Big-Woods/dp/0887400361 Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Empathy and Oliver Anthony

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 32:07


    If you want to pre-order your own copy of Toby Dog of Gold Shaw Farm, go here: https://bit.ly/TobyBookAz Be sure to subscribe to our Channel! New videos on Monday and Thursday and sometimes other days, too! http://bit.ly/SubGSF TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMJAS5CCa/ Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862 About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. We dream that someday we can transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    The Woman Who Took Over the Family Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 48:57


    Kent Family Farm has been operating for eight generations in Central Ohio. Zoe Kent is a millennial who just recently took over the family business. In today's podcast episode, I sat down with Zoe to chat about farm life.   LINKS Farm with Zoe   ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Losing it all on the Homestead: Dan Ohman of theGrassfed Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2021 38:42


    Imagine moving across the country to start a farm and being confronted with a life-altering change. Would you have the ability to keep going? Our guest, Dan Ohman, did.   LINKS Grassfed Homestead YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc2ka-aGChwIiX0mEXzfmoA Grassfed Homestead Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CByRt26g5BZ/   ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    The Return of Gold Shaw Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2021 22:54


    After a long hiatus, I am back with a new podcast episode. Let me give you a quick update on all the crazy things that have happened on Gold Shaw Farm over the past 12 months. ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Living an Organic Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 27:20


    Tiffany and her family live on a Florida farm with an insane number of animals. In today's episode, find out how they are trying to live a truly organic life.   LINKS Our Organic Life YouTube Channel Our Organic Life Instagram   ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

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    Kirsten Lie-Nielsen and Writing on the Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2020 31:12


    Kirsten Lie-Nielsen is a homesteader and writer living in Maine. She raises geese, goats and writes books. In this episode, I sat down with Kirsten to learn more about her story. LINKS Hostile Valley Farm Instagram Hostile Valley Farm Website   ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Blake Kirby and Daddykirbs Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 36:12


    On today's episode, I'm chatting with my buddy Blake Kirby of Daddykirbs Farm. In our conversation, we talk about farming, family and telling your personal story.   LINKS Daddykirbs Farm YouTube Channel Daddykirbs Farm Instagram   ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862  

    The Gold Shaw Farm 2020 Farm Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2020 37:52


    So I've been thinking about our farm plan for 2020 and I'm finally ready to share some of it. Sit down and have a listen. To see a horrible drawing of the brooder house idea, go here: https://imgur.com/a/sc8Hyru MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM: YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Ian Boswell: Cycling, Moving to the Country and Planning Your Future

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2020 38:30


    Ian Boswell is a professional cyclist and former Tour de France competitor. He's also my neighbors here in Peacham, VT. In this episode, I sit down with Ian to talk about his career, his unique plans for the future and what he's looking to do as he tries to develop a newly acquired rural property. LINKS A short documentary film about Ian Ian Boswell's Instagram feed Ian Boswell's Twitter feed   LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    Homesteading Together as a Family - Willow Creek Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2020 30:43


    Trisha, her husband, and four children live together on a homestead in Idaho. They raise their own food and they work together to manage their property. In this episode, I sit down with Trisha to learn how they do it all together. LINKS Willow Creek Homestead YouTube Channel Willow Creek Homestead Instagram Feed LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    How We Ended Up with a Farm Dog at Gold Shaw Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 29:12


    It's a new year and that means it's storytime! Let me tell you about the year-long saga that ultimately led to us getting a livestock guardian dog on our farm. To see the Gold Shaw Farm year-end recap, go here: https://youtu.be/7NBgMvDmYjs LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    The Incredible Story of the Foxfire Revival Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2019 32:56


    The part of Vermont I live in is home to a number of incredibly talented farmers. One such example of this is my buddy Tom Galinat of Foxfire Revival Farm. On today's episode, I sit down and have a conversation and learn a bit a differnt model of farming that exists right here in Vermont. LINKS Watch my YouTube video about Tom's missing cow Foxfire Revival Farm Website Foxfire Revival Farm Instagram LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862  

    Running a Family Farm with Ben and Andrea Vinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2019 34:53


    Ben and Andrea Vinson run VW Family Farm in Arkansas. Their farm has been in their family for a few generations and the way they manage their farm as a family affair today. In today's episode, I sit down with Ben and Andrea to discuss how they manage their family farm. LINKS VW Family Farm YouTube Channel VW Family Farm Instagram Feed   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Big Bear Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 40:59


    Today's episode brings you a conversation I had with Jason and Robyn of the Big Bear Homestead. Jason and Robyn have a 21-acre homestead in Georgie, where we raise pigs, cows (beef and dairy), sheep, chickens, ducks, quail and honeybees. They are great storytellers and they know how to have fun. And their homestead journey has had many twists and turns. LINKS Big Bear Homestead YouTube Channel Big Bear Nation Facebook Group ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Starting Over with Mother Udder Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2019 31:28


    Craig and Jessie Olson of Mother Udder Farm lost their entire farm and homestead in one of the most catastrophic wildfires in United States history. Today we're going to hear their story of how they rebuilt. To learn more about Mother Udder Farm: Mother Udder Farm YouTube Channel Mother Udder Farm Instagram Feed   MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM: YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    John Suscovich of Farm Marketing Solutions

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 47:23


    John Suscovich is a farmer from Western Connecticut. He is also the inventor of the the Suscovich Stress-Free Chicken Tractor, one of the most popular designs out there, used by farms across the world, including Gold Shaw Farm. In today's episode, I got the chance to sit down with John and learn his story and gain some valuable insights on starting a farm. To learn more about John, check out his website: www.farmmarketingsolutions.com MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

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    Getting fit with Lacie and Mike Dickson

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2019 26:04


    Mike and Lacie Dickson are farmers and homesteaders living in North Carolina. In today's episode, we're talking about homesteading, bodybuilding and living in a yurt. LINKS The Fit Farmer - Mike Dickson YouTube Channel MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Stoney Ridge Farmer Josh Draper

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 24:52


    Josh Draper, the Stoney Ridge Farmer, is a bit of a jack-of-all-trades. Air Force vet, registered nurse, handyman, farmer...the guy has done it all. On today's podcast, I'm sitting down with Josh to learn more about his farm and homestead. LINKS Stoney Ridge Farmer YouTube Channel LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Jill Winger and the Prairie Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 20:29


    For more than a decade, Jill Winger and her husband have lived on a sprawling ranch and homestead in Wyoming. They knew they wanted more than the standard American life. They craved a more meaningful, purpose-driven existence and were determined to not become robots in the rat race. And they craved getting back to the old way of doing things. In today's episode, I got the chance to sit down with Jill face-to-face and learn more about her story. LINKS The Prairie Homestead Website The Old Fashioned on Purpose Podcast   LEARN MORE ABOUT GOLD SHAW FARM YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   About Gold Shaw Farm: Gold Shaw Farm is more of a farm-in-progress than an honest-to-goodness farm. Our dream is that someday we are able to transform our 150+ acre parcel of land into a regenerative and productive homestead and farm.

    Off Grid with Doug and Stacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 15:37


    In today's episode, I'm back from 2019 Homesteaders of America Conference and I'm having a conversation with Doug and Stacy from Off Grid with Doug and Stacy. LINKS Off Grid with Doug and Stacy YouTube Channel Off Grid with Doug and Stacy Instagram   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    The Gold Shaw Farm Goose Harvest

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2019 26:34


    So we harvested our geese on the farm. Let me tell you the story of how it all went down and what I learned from the experience.   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Growing with the Stivers Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2019 47:09


    Jen and Zach Stivers have a small homestead in Kentucky where they grow and can their own food to the max. I sat down with them to learn their story. LINKS Stivers Homestead YouTube Channel Stivers Instagram Feed Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    A Pole Barn House atop a Mountain

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 29:28


    Don and Natalie Bradner are building an incredible homestead in Northern Virginia. They have found the perfect spot atop a scenic mountain and they are building a pole barn house. In this episode, I sit down with Don to learn about his project. LINKS Little Mountain Life Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862  

    Buying Land for a Homestead or Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2019 14:52


    When starting a homestead or farm, one of the first things people will think about is what type of land to buy and how much land to buy. I think there are some things that are worth considering before jumping down that rabbit hole. Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Building a Homestead in the Desert

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2019 24:23


    Jim and Jess live in the middle of the desert and they are building a sustainable homestead. Between rain catchment, solar arrays and earthbag construction, their homestead is going to be nothing like anything you have ever seen.   LINKS The Green Dream Project YouTube channel   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862

    Raising Bees with Kaylee Richardson

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2019 30:05


    Kaylee Richardson is the proprietor of the Honeystead, a farm and homestead in Virginia that boasts a large honeybee population. For today's episode, I sat down to learn about Kaylee's story and what you should do if you want to start keeping bees. LINKS The Honeystead YouTube Channel The Honeystead Instagram Feed   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm    

    Life and Death on the Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2019 23:17


    It's time for story from Gold Shaw Farm. On today's episode I reflect on the nature of life and death here on our Vermont duck farm. LINKS Ducks Arriving At Gold Shaw Farm: http://bit.ly/2N2byTw Dealing With Sick Ducks: http://bit.ly/2Z04NnK Mink Attack: http://bit.ly/2Mg3dfu   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm  

    DaNelle from Weed 'em and Reap

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2019 30:28


    DaNelle and her family live on a tiny one acre homestead in Phoenix, AZ. Their daily life includes milking goats, gathering eggs, eating fresh fruits and vegetables from their garden and harvesting fish from their pond. Their story is an incredible example of making the best out of your context. DaNelle also runs the popular YouTube channel Weed 'Em and Reap. On today's episode, I sat down with DaNelle and she told me her story. LINKS Weed 'Em and Reap YouTube Channel Weed 'Em and Reap Instagram Feed   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    Natalie Argo and Healing Through Growing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2019 28:54


    Natalie Argo is a therapist based in Southern California. She is also a devout gardener. In today's episode, I'm having a conversation with Natalie about how growing food can heal people.   LINKS Natalie Argo's YouTube Channel Natalie Argo's Instagram Feed   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    Troy McClung of the Red Tool House Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2019 45:58


    Hi, he's homesteader Troy McClung and you might remember him from such YouTube videos as "How you can get more land for less money" and "Pig Insemination." In today's episode of the Gold Shaw Farm Podcast, I sit down with Troy and we talk about finding your homestead on the cheap and balancing a homestead with an off-farm job. There are some great lesson's here. LINKS Red Tool House YouTube  Troy's Podcast Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    How We Ended Up at Gold Shaw Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2019 23:16


    Sit back, gentle listener, while I tell you a tale. Here's the story of how we ended up at our amazing farm in Peacham, VT. It was not a straight road to get here. There were quite a few twists and turns. Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm  

    Growing Christmas Trees with Emmet Van Driesche

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2019 50:37


    Emmet Van Driesche is a Christmas tree farmer, spoonmaker and writer living in Western Massachusetts. Emmet recently wrote about about starting a farm and it offers some unique and interesting insights. In today's episode, I sit down with Emmet and we discuss starting a farm, the things people don't think about when starting a farm and Emmet's own personal journey into a unique form of agriculture. LINKS Buy Emmet's book, Carving Out a Living on the Land Emmet Van Driesche's Instagram Feed   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    Jason Smith of Cog Hill Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2019 32:01


    Today, I'm talking to Jason Smith of Cog Hill Farm. Jason has a small farm and homestead in Alabama. Whether it's gardening, raising chickens, goats, or pigs, Jason does it all. And he also has a ton of fun doing it! LINKS Cog Hill Farm YouTube Channel Cog Hill Farm Instagram Feed Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm  

    Justin Rhodes of Abundant Permaculture

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019 41:34


    A few years back, when I was a guy living in Washington, DC and dreaming of someday starting a farm, Justin Rhodes's content was one of the things that fed my interests and inspired me to take some steps to change my life. Whether it was the Permaculture Chicken documentary or the countless hours of watching his YouTube channel, the journey that Justin and his family have been on really motivated me to get up off the couch and start making some changes in my life. On today's episode, I sit down with Justin to learn more about how he got started and hear his advice for those who want to start on a similar path.   LINKS Justin Rhodes's YouTube Channel AbundantPermaculture.com   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    Ethan and Sarah are 180 Degrees from Average

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 36:40


    My friends Ethan and Sarah came to the conclusion that spending time as a family was important. In fact, they realized that it was so important that they made some major life changes to bring their lifestyle in-line with their values. I sat down with them to learn about how they make it all work and what they want to do next. LINKS 180 Degrees From Average Youtube Channel 180 Degrees From Average Instagram Feed   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

    From video game developer to homesteader - Jason Kaplan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 44:33


    My buddy Jason used to be a video game developer. Then he left that life behind to start a homestead on a plot of land in Middle-of-nowhere, Canada. On today's episode of the podcast, I talk to Jason about how he ended up doing what he's doing, some of the challenges he's faced and how he was able to move to his homestead in his early 30s. LINKS Start from Seed Youtube Channel Start from Seed Instagram Feed   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm  

    A Sustainable Vermont Farm - Cross Farm

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2019 51:41


    On today's episode, I'm hanging out with my friends Zach and Rachael of Cross Farm in Barnet, VT. Our face-to-face conversation covers topics such as dealing with predators, the challenges of starting a small farm, what makes a successful Farmers Market and what life is like in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom.   LINKS Cross Farm Instagram Feed Cross Farm Facebook Page Peacham Farmers Market Website   Send us mail: Gold Shaw Farm PO Box 225 Peacham, VT 05862   Learn More About Gold Shaw Farm YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/goldshawfarm Web: http://www.goldshawfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goldshawfarm Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goldshawfarm Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goldshawfarm

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