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Day by day, Bob and Heather are transforming their home in the city into a busy Urban Permaculture Homestead. Follow along and learn how they are creating their own little slice of farmland in the middle of a historic district in an Ohio City. Bob and Heather own Hogs and Hens Urban Farm. They are in zone 6a, and have just shy of 1/2 acre of land right in the middle of the city. See how they break the cycle of commercial dependence by creating food abundance! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

Heather Butler


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    Season 3, Episode 3: Obtain a Yield

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 30:28


    Tune in while Heather explains several of the ways she and Bob are obtaining a yield in this week's permaculture principle discussion. Don't forget to comment and let us know if you have a unique way of obtaining a yield!

    Season 3 Episode 3: Permaculture Principle 1- Observe and Interact

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 30:33


    In this episode Heather begins her 12 part series discussing the 12 principles of permaculture design. Listen in as she explains how she has used this principle in the design of Hogs and Hens Urban Farm!

    Season 3 Episode 2 Rachel Jamison - The Modern Homesteading Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 40:38


    This episode is a long time in the making. Heather has a nice chat with Rachel Jamison, co-host of The Modern Homesteading Podcast and owner of Rewilder Life. Join them today as they discuss the ways Rachel has worked to remove plastics from her life, and how she is managing chronic illness including a deadly gluten allergy. In this episode we discuss plastic free feminine hygiene products, plastic storage containers, and cleaning products among other topics.Find Rachel at: https://www.rewilderlife.com/about/and The Modern Homesteading Podcast at: https://redemptionpermaculture.com/

    We're back! Season 3 Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 50:32


    It has been months since an episode was posted. Today Heather updates on all of the things happening at the farm, and launches season 3!

    Season 2 Episode 14 Felix Marisa

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 37:36


    Cincinnati Permaculture Institute Info: cincinnatipermacultureinstitute.org https://www.facebook.com/CincinnatiPermacultureInstitute Instagram: @permaculturecincy Email: info@cincinnatipermacultureinstitute.org (general inquiries) or cpinursery@gmail.com (Growing Value Nursery) Felix's personal website, FuturesbyFelix.com, and email, futuresbyfelix@gmail.com if anyone wants to connect with her personally or schedule a consultation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 13: Barbara Starflower

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2024 40:07


    To learn more about and from Barbara Starflower, check out her website: BarbaraStarflower.com or her radio show: HealthyLife.net Click on "shows" and scroll down to Wednesday afternoon to find the show "Secrets of Sacred Healing" and click on the archives to listen to past shows or tune in live the third Wednesday of every month at 5pm Eastern Time or 2pm Pacific. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 12: Farm Updates with Heather

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 37:07


    In this episode, Heather talks about all the things happening around the farm, including an explanation of why she has been gone almost 2 months from the show. Hogs and Hens Urban Farm Website, click HERE Find us on X (Formerly Twitter) @hogsandhens Instagram @hogsandhensurbanfarm Facebook.com/hogsandhensurbanfarm --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 11: Homesteader Homecoming with Chase Stanfill of Chasin Dreams Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2024 36:52


    In this episode, Heather chats with Chase Stanfill and discusses the Homesteader Homecoming event being held June 28-30, 2024 at Black Swan Lake 1181 N County Rd 875W Medora, IN 47260 Find the event information at THIS link. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 10: Tad Streepey with Gypsy Rain Organics

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 25:47


    Tad Streepey joins Heather and talks about how Gypsy Rain Organics began and where it is heading. Heather and Tad discuss the difference between organic growing and being a Certified Organic grower, and then discuss the Homesteaders Homecoming event coming up June 28-30 in Medora, Indiana. For more about Tad and Gypsy Rain Organics, please check out: https://www.gypsyrainorganics.com/ For more about Homesteaders Homecoming, please check out: https://www.facebook.com/groups/celebratingtheharvest/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 8: BIG Update and All about Onion Growing!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 28:27


    Heather talks about big changes at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm, and talks in detail about all the things you need to know when growing and starting onions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 7 Winter on the Homestead

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 36:08


    Heather and Bob discuss the things they do in winter to make their homestead more efficient year round. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season2 Episode 6: The Fire Cider Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 22:35


    Learn how Heather is using Fire Cider to heal her body following a rough bout of Influenza A. *this is not medical advice- seek a medical professional for diagnosis and treatment of any medical issues.* --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 5: Pork Rhyne The Pork Evangelist

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 40:14


    Tune in as Heather interviews the man, the myth the legend... Pork Rhyne! Pork Rhyne, 'The Pork Evangelist,' is an award-winning international agribusiness educator and consultant with a transformative journey. From overcoming personal struggles and emotional turmoil to finding solace and purpose in agriculture, Rhyne's story is one of resilience and triumph. His unique approach, blending regenerative farming and business marketing with a deep understanding of human nature, has led him from battling inner demons to becoming a beacon of hope and wisdom in the farm business world. Discover his compelling story and how he uses his experiences to empower others in agribusiness, fostering growth, healing, and success both on the farm and in life. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 4: Sonia Gomez of Abundant Acres

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2024 36:19


    Listen in as Heather interviews Sonia Gomez of Abundant Acres. Sonia has been an advocate for alternative health, a voice for freedom, and a community leader in alternative health education for more than a decade. In order to recover from a serious life-altering surfing accident, Sonia discovered the benefits of eliminating synthetic medications and holistically healing herself while healing the land. Food is the most important medicine as she soon discovered. Sonia has a passion for helping passionate, freedom-focused people design, build, and maintain chemical-free, nutrient-dense, sustainable food systems that will feed families and communities for generations. To learn more about Abundant Acres or Sonia check her out at the links below! Websites: soniagomez.tv and abundantacres.com Social Media Links: Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram : @abundantacresofficial --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 3: Aron McNicholas Talks about Natural Healthcare

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 36:43


    Find Aron McNicholas at: www.hartwoodherbals.weebly.com Aron McNicholas is a Functional Medicine Practitioner and Clinical Herbalist. He began his herbalism journey by studying with Constance Ferry of Hobbit Gardens in Fillmore, Indiana. Later, he went on to study with 7Song at the Northeastern School of Botanical Medicine, focusing on clinical herbalism and plant identification. In order to provide a scientific background to natural remedies, Aron completed his Masters in Functional Medicine and Nutrition through the University of Western States. He has enjoyed attending workshops and trainings through Sam Thayer, Morley Robbins, Thomas Easley, and many more.​Today, Aron serves the community by offering wildcrafted herbal medicine through his company Hartwood Herbals and conducts plant walks, monthly classes, and one-on-one consultations.  Follow him on Facebook, or Instagram --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 2: Susan Poizner talks all about fruit trees and community orchards.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 31:25


    Susan is an author, podcaster, and orcharding expert. Tune in and listen as the author of "Grow Fruit Trees Fast" and "Growing Urban Orchards" talks with Heather about how she started a community orchard, and shares tips about caring for your fruit trees. Susan can be found at www.orchardpeople.com as well as her podcast "The Urban Forestry Radio Show." --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Season 2 Episode 1: Reintroduction and Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2023 34:50


    Heather reintroduces the farm, and talks about what all has happened around here in the last year. She talks about plans for the farm and home, and upcoming events where she will be speaking as well as some info about her upcoming book. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 37: (Mini Episode) Chase Stanfill with Chasin Dreams

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2023 17:26


    Heather sits down with Chase and Mama Dreams to talk about their AWESOME FREE EVENT November 4th- Celebrating the Harvest Meet and Greet. Check out event details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/651260673549745?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22group%22%7D]%7D And join the Chasin Dreams Homestead Group to network with some amazing homesteaders here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/496481188350877 Follow Chasin Dreams on YouTube Here: https://www.youtube.com/@chasindreamshomestead7180 Leave us a comment if you are planning to attend! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 36: The power of Networking- People Share

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 23:27


    Heather discusses the power of networking for building a strong homesteading community. Tune in as she recaps some of the amazing information she picked up at The Indiana Homesteading Conference and see what has her mind buzzing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 35: Joel Salatin and The Homestead Tsunami

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 34:55


    Heather sits down and chats with the legendary Joel Salatin about the Homestead Tsunami. There is a large influx of families that are changing their consumer based lifestyles in favor of a self sufficient and regenerative lifestyle and we're along for the ride. Tune in and check out Joel's thoughts on the growing number of folks that have decided to transition to homesteading. Maybe you'll be inspired to ride the wave! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 34: Start Where You Are

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 57:39


    In this episode, Heather gives some farm updates and then discussed several ways to homestead wherever you are. You don't need hundreds of acres of land to homestead, you just need to start where you are! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 33: Winter is Coming! Preparing for fall and winter around the homestead.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 22:52


    Heather talks about all of the things happening at the farm in preparation for the fall and winter seasons. Learn about several things you can do today to ensure your homestead is prepared for the changing seasons. Be sure to look for more tips at www.hogsandhensdayton.com and leave us a comment on our Facebook Page with things you are doing to prepare for the changing seasons! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 32: Rhonda Fowler with The Indiana Homesteading Conference

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 48:29


    Rhonda talks about all of the fun and exciting things happening at the 2nd annual Indiana Homesteading Conference (IHC) October 21-22, 2023. Hear about classes from Joel Salatin, Pork Ryhne, Shawn and Beth Dougherty, Hunter Smith and more! Be sure to follow Hogs and Hens Urban Farm on Facebook for your chance to win 2 weekend passes to the 2nd Annual Indiana Homesteading Conference! To buy your own tickets, visit https://www.indianahomesteadingconference.com/ or find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085283423723 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 31: What to plant in September (Zone 6a)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 34:46


    Heather shares some farm updates and talks about the plants that are still able to be sown in September in her Zone 6 Ohio garden. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 30: Function Stacking

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 21:22


    Heather talks about the importance of adding items that serve multiple purposes into your permaculture design. She talks about updates to Hogs and Hens Urban Farm and why she loves chickens so much. Be sure to check out www.hogsandhensdayton.com for more fun information, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 29: What Weeds Indicate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2023 43:04


    In this episode, Heather talks about a variety of different types of weeds and what they mean about your soil types. She also gives a farm update and talks a little bit about their newest mushroom adventure. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 28: Making your garden work for you

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2023 36:02


    Heather talks about all the ways she and Bob have worked to make their farm as self reliant as possible to accommodate their busy schedules. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 27: Homesteading with Disabilities

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 29:05


    Heather talks a bit about her health condition Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. She gives ideas for making your homestead more accessible as well as ways she has adapted her own homesteading practices to accommodate her disability. Please share your own tips on our Facebook page, Instagram, or Twitter. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 26: Irrigation (A not so mini episode)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2023 37:05


    In this episode Heather talks about several irrigation strategies. What started as a quick mini episode blossomed into a full episode about how to maximize rainfall on your property, ways to irrigate without using your faucet and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 25: Investing in your future; more than finances

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2023 46:19


    In this episode Heather talks farm updates and discusses ways to invest in the future success of your growing space by putting extra effort in at the start. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 24: Mark Tarziers with Dayton Microgreens

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2023 47:18


    Heather talks with Mark Tarziers of Dayton Microgreens about all things Microgreens! You won't want to miss this episode that is packed with great information! Check him out at www.daytonmicrogreens.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 23: Garden Types

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2023 45:54


    In this episode Heather gives a farm update and discusses the different styles of gardening including a few basic tips for success with each type. Make sure to follow Hogs and Hens Urban Farm on Facebook and Twitter for updates and additional tips and check out our website www.hogsandhensdayton.com for tips, discounts, and additional resources. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 22: Chandra Jones from Ages Apothecary talks about wild edibles!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2023 52:01


    Join Heather as she chats with Chandra Jones from Ages Apothecary about several wild plants (some call them weeds) that are fantastic to forage! Learn about Dandelions, Cleavers, Plantain, Wild Violets, Stinging Nettle, Burdock, Yarrow and more in this super informative episode. If you raise chickens, you'll want to tune in to learn about herbs that are very helpful to have in and around a chicken coop! Check out www.agesapothecary.com or find her on social media to check out her incredible assortment of apothecary products. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 21: Harold Thornbro talks about quail, rabbits, and so much more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2023 55:46


    Tune in as Heather talks with Harold Thornbro author, homesteader, host of The Modern Homesteading Podcast and blogger with redemptionpermaculture.com about raising Quail, Rabbits, and so much more. You won't want to miss this episode that is full of great information! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 20: Updates and Edible/Medicinal Weeds in the garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2023 16:31


    Heather gives some quick farm updates and talks about several weeds that are great to have in your homestead. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 19: Potatopalooza!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 33:53


    In this episode, Heather talks about all things potato! Learn how to grow, store, and choose potatoes, good companions for potatoes, and how to mitigate their arch nemesis the potato beetle. Also be sure to check out www.hogsandhensdayton.com for fun garden tips and find us on Facebook at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 18: Farm Updates and Cool Season Planting Tips

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 41:24


    Heather give updates of what's going on at the farm and takes a deep dive into planting cool season crops. Check out the website for more planting information www.HogsandHensDayton.com and find us on Facebook at Hogs and Hens Urban Farm --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 17: Berries you can add to your food forest today!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 38:51


    Learn about several varieties of berry you can grow easily in your urban or rural garden. Learn some of the ins and outs of growing our favorite berry varieties! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 16: Propagation Farming with Sarah Michelle from Lone Pine Farmstead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 21:16


    In this episode Heather interviews Sarah Michelle from Lone Pine Farmstead based in Springfield, Ohio. Learn about growing Elderberries, Haskap, and more! Be sure to check out Lone Pine Farmstead to hear all the latest sales and tips that Sarah Michelle shares! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 15: A Deep Dive on What Permaculture Means to Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 52:59


    In this episode Heather and Bob do a much deeper exploration of what permaculture means to them. They discuss ways to incorporate permaculture in your life and examples of ways they incorporate it into their lives. Plus… a fun announcement ;-) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 14: All About Compost

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2023 42:54


    In this episode, Heather talks about several different composting techniques as well as breaking down they types of materials that work well in each. Tune in to find out what methods work best for us and get some ideas for ways to add composting to your permaculture setting! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 13: Permaculture and Homesteading in an Apartment or Dorm Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2023 35:36


    In this episode, Heather talks about ways to start adding permaculture and homesteading principles into your household even in a small space such as a dorm or apartment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 12 (mini): Growing Bonus Mushrooms

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2023 9:30


    In this mini-episode, Heather talks about how you can get even more mushrooms from a grow your own mushroom kit, which will save you loads of money! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 11: Seed Starting Done Right!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 49:36


    In this episode, Heather talks about the different types of seeds, and what you need in order to grow the strongest plants for your food forest. From tools, soil type, and sanitation she covers it all! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 10: Tools and Materials on a Dime

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2023 52:05


    In this episode Bob talks about great places to look for the tools you'll use around the urban farm. Heather talks about how we've used those tools and materials around our farm and adds some information about reducing wast streams and repurposing things around your house. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 9: Companion Planting

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2023 37:13


    Heather talked about a ton of companion planting solutions. As you work your way through planning your garden, be sure to take some notes about which plants grow well together and which plants help out with your integrated pest management strategies! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 8: Integrated Pest Management

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2023 38:05


    In this episode, Heather discusses some ways to prevent common garden pests. You'll also learn about ways to mitigate existing pest issues and prevent them from spreading to become bigger problems. Check out the show notes at www.hogsandhensdayton.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 7: The Most Important Tool

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2023 51:32


    In this episode, Heather talks about the most important tool for any garden or permaculture landscape. Whether you are just starting out or you are a seasoned gardener, this tool is the most valuable of all, and it cost almost nothing! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 6: Growing Year Round

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 41:42


    In this episode Heather talks about how Hogs and Hens Urban Farm is able to grow and produce fresh veggies year round as well as some techniques used to preserve our harvest. Be sure to check out our Facebook page Hogs and Hens Urban Farm for photos and videos demonstrating these methods! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 5: Lori The Herb Chick

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 66:03


    In this episode Heather interviews Lori the Herb Chick from www.herbchickonline.com Tune in to hear all about her herbal journey and how to get your tickets to Herbal Con 2023! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

    Episode 4: Saving Money in the Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2022 42:45


    In this episode, Heather talks about several ways to save money while establishing or growing your garden. Let's be honest, who doesn't love to save money!? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hogsandhens/support

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