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The Urban Homestead is a family operated and highly productive city farm. Through sustainable lifestyle choices, the Urban Homestead has become a successful, real-life working model for sustainable agriculture and self-reliant living in a metropolis. The Urban Homestead project has been featured in…

Urban Homestead Radio


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    Interview with Farm Interns, Irene and Julia: Episode 110 (8/24/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 35:04


    In the episode Anais interviews Occidental College interns Irene and Julia.  They talk about their summer farm internship experience, building a 50 ft hugel and more! Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead TikTok @urbanhomestead    

    Interview with Farm Intern, Tristan Lahoz: Episode 109 (8/03/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 24:54


    re-uploaded this episode since there was audio issues... please, re-listen! In this episode Anais chats with new farm intern, Tristan Lahoz.  Tristan shares how he went from the fashion industry to growing his own food and helping out at the homestead. About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead TikTok @urbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 108: Getting to Know Anais Dervaes (7/22/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 27:40


    Anais the host of the Urban Homestead Podcast gets interviewed by farm intern Sanjay.  In this topsy-turvy, light hearted episode you'll learn a few personal and fun tidbits about this second generation homesteader.  About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead TikTok @urbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 107: Growing Soil + Water Wise (5/04/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2021 34:38


    In this episode Anais interviews, farm intern and soil steward, Sanjay Gupta.  Sanjay shares tips on passive composting, drip irrigation installation and regenerative practices for optimizing healthy soil. About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead TikTok @urbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 106: Spring Reflections (4/07/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2021 31:52


    Happy Spring!  The French have a saying "Fleuris là où tu es plantée" which translates to "bloom where you are planted" and there's lots of blooms bursting forth here on the homestead.  In this episode, not only will reflect on spring blooms, we'll catch up on 'homestead happenings' and 'what's growing on in the garden?' About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead TikTok @urbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 105: Growing the Future (2/22/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 30:10


    Anais and Justin share what's growing on at their little homestead in the city.  Farmer Justin discusses the upcoming spring planting and how unseasonably dry the weather's been this winter.  Anais has been busy with growing the online presence with the launch of their non-profit website www.urbanhomesteadinstitute.org and  new CSA farm box site at www.urbanhomesteadsupply.com    About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 104: New Year's Reflections (1/12/21)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2021 32:40


    Happy New Year!  After a short winter "break" we are back!   Thank you all for tuning in, it's our wish that these podcasts offer you hope and inspiration during these challenging times. In this episode Anais, Justin and Jordanne reflect on happenings from 2020.  They also share what they look forward to accomplishing in '21. “I wish it need not have happened in my time,” said Frodo. “So do I,” said Gandalf, “and so do all who live to see such times. But that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” We aspire that with the time given to us we can continue to GROW THE FUTURE. About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 103: Winter Homestead Happenings (12/08/20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2020 31:55


    In this episode Anais & Justin talk about what's been 'growing on' at the little homestead in the city.   Updates from the barnyard on the recent duck drama, tips on how to care of your flock in the winter, favorite fall dressing recipe and more!  About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais, Justin and Jordanne Dervaes share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second gen-homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 102: Interview with Katie Glassman (11/24/20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 33:42


    In this episode Anais has the pleasure of interviewing the lovely and talented Texas style and swing fiddle player Katie Glassman.   Katie shares a few tunes and stories about how music has touched her life and so many others, especially since the pandemic.   She advocates that it's never too late to pick up an instrument! Learn more about her online fiddle school at www.fiddleschool.com Follow Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Katie.Glassmanandsnapshot Instagram: @fiddle_school About Katie Glassman: Katie Glassman is that rare musician who possesses a combination of instrumental virtuosity and powerful musical expression. She is one of the country’s most renowned and decorated Texas-style and swing fiddlers, as well as an accomplished songwriter, singer, and a highly sought after educator. Based in Denver, Colorado, Katie toured and recorded with the renowned trio, The Western Flyers -- 2018 Ameripolitan Awards "Best Western Swing Group" and Western Music Association and the Academy of Western Artists "Western Swing Album of the Year" award for Wild Blue Yonder. Katie Glassman and Snapshot is her hometown swing quartet highlighting her original songs -- they have released two commercial records, Snapshot and Dream A Little Dream. As a vocalist, Katie won "Female Western Swing Vocalist of the Year" by the Academy of Western Artists in 2018.  As an educator, Katie is the founder, owner, and primary instructor at the online fiddle academy, Fiddle School.com. Since Fiddle School opened in 2018, her thorough online curriculum has given fiddlers around the world the opportunity to learn, improve, and progress in Texas-style fiddling, Western Swing, and early jazz. Offering over 600 instructional videos and countless webinars on fiddling and improvisation, Katie is also an innovator, creating a modern curriculum for a traditional American art form. This is her fiddle pedagogy in a nutshell. She began teaching students of all ages in 1994, many of whom have gone on to become National and state fiddle champions themselves. The Fiddle School "Fiddle From Home" program has been an incredible outlet for fiddlers of all levels throughout the pandemic. As a fiddler, in 2017, Katie won her 4th National Swing Fiddle Championship in Weiser, Idaho. She also took first in both the Bob Wills and Open divisions at the Bob Wills Festival and Fiddle Contest in Greenville, Texas, and she is the seven-time Colorado state fiddle champion. Other notable victories were in 2013 at Rockygrass in Lyons, Colorado, Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kansas, as well as her two National Championship titles from 1998 and 2001.  Katie holds a bachelor’s in performance with a jazz certificate from the University of Colorado, Boulder, and in 2007 spent a year studying jazz violin at the world-renowned Centre Musique Didier Lockwood in Dammarie-Les-Lys, France. And yet, her true musical education came at the feet of the Texas greats she heard and learned from during her decades of competing and jamming at fiddle contests. Jimmie Don Bates, Dale Morris, Wes Westmoreland, and Joey McKenzie are Katie’s living links to the great tradition of Texas-style fiddling. About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second generation homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 101: Homestead Happenings (11/10/20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 32:10


    In this episode the Dervaes family count their blessings, share all the latest homestead happenings: how the new ducks are doing, what's growing on in the garden, a fave fall recipe and much more!  About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais & Justin share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second generation homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 100: Interview with Sanjay Gupta - Composting (10/27/20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 30:22


    In this episode, Anais interviews the Urban Homestead's soil steward Sanjay Gupta. Sanjay shares tips on how to cultivate compost and growing soil for healthier plants. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second generation homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 99: Homestead Happenings (10/06/20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 30:50


    In this episode, Anais & Justin share what's growing on in the garden and all the homestead happenings - from baby ducks to a new greenhouse and much more! About the Urban Homesteaders: With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais & Justin share their modern homestead journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second generation homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 98: So You Want to Homestead? (9/14/20)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 30:59


    Since the Covid crisis, there's been a resurgence of people wanting to grow their own food or start their own homestead whether they are in the city or country.   These uncertain times have people taking stock on where their food comes from and learning skills so they can become more self sufficient. With over 30 years of homestead and farming knowledge, second generation homesteaders Anais & Justin share six tips on starting your modern homesteading journey. Have a question?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. Follow these second generation homesteaders and their journey at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead        

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 97: Interview with Nancy & Phil Halpin

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 30:32


    In this episode Anais interviews Nancy & Phil Halpin.  They share their musical journey and fond memories of the Homestead Hootenanny's.   The Homestead Hootenannies happened every Sunday from 2010-2016.  The hootenannies were magical evenings bringing the community together to create music and lift their voices in song. In 2016-2017 tragedy struck the homestead hootenanny family.  Rob Sandiford (his wife Elise), Duane Thorin, Tom Fair and Ed Pausic in separate (unrelated) incidents, along with the founder of the Urban Homestead Jules Dervaes Jr, passed away.  These loses are still strongly felt and the Homestead Hootenanny family hasn't been the same since. Follow NANCY & PHIL at http://www.nancyandphil.com/

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 96: Interview with Justin Dervaes - Summer Garden Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 31:22


    In this episode Anais chats with head farmer, Justin Dervaes about what's been 'Growing On' in the summer garden.  Justin share's some insights on what grew well, what didn't grow well and some of the challenges he is facing with the summer growing season.   Have a gardening question for Justin?  Send us an email at info@urbanhomestead.org About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. About Justin Dervaes Justin manages and operates a successful small scale family farm and a multi farm and artisan box program, serving the customers with his down to earth “know-how” style and ever-ready smile. When he’s not trying to grow every heirloom tomato that exists on this planet, he enjoys beekeeping, and working alongside the interns where he’s able to share his witty wisdom and passion for growing food.  Carrying on the family’s work and mission Follow him and his family's farming efforts at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @urbanhomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 95: Interview with Farm Intern, Dan Whitmore

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 32:10


    In this episode Anais chats with one of the Urban Homestead's farm intern, Dan Whitmore.  Dan shares how lending a helping hand on the homestead has had a deep impacted on his quest to grow food and in his personal life as well.  He shares how working a few hours tending the garden has not provided him with fresh produce but something more vital during this pandemic: nourishment for his soul and hope for the future.   Credits:   Producer:  Anais Dervaes Audio Engineer: Tori Silva   Sponsors: Lehmans - Live simply with the Lehman's hardware online store. Would your company like to become a sponsor? Email us at info@urbanhomestead.org Follow our Homestead Happenings: Website: www.urbanhomestead.org Social Media www.Facebook.com/urbanhomestead www.Instagram.com/theurbanhomestead www.Youtube.com/urbanhomestead  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 94:Interview with Anais Dervaes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 35:31


    In this episode, the host Anais, switches places!  Anais share's how her life and the homestead's are evolving thru these uncertain times.  She shares some of the nitty gritty details that go into running a homestead in the city and tips on how one can transform their own home into a homestead and much more!   Credits:   Producer:  Anais Dervaes     Audio Engineer: Tori Silva   Sponsors: Lehmans - Live simply with the Lehman's hardware online store. Would your company like to become a sponsor? Email us at info@urbanhomestead.org Follow our Homestead Happenings: Website: www.urbanhomestead.org Social Media www.Facebook.com/urbanhomestead www.Instagram.com/theurbanhomestead www.Youtube.com/urbanhomestead  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 93: Interview with Farm Intern Tori

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2020 28:27


    In this episode Anais chats with the new volunteer, Tori, about the impact interning at the Urban Homestead has had on her life.  She also shares insights about farming and it's relationship to gen z/millennial generation and her hopes for the future. Credits:   Producer:  Anais Dervaes     Audio Engineer: Tori Silva   Sponsors: Lehmans - Live simply with the Lehman's hardware online store. Would your company like to become a sponsor? Email us at info@urbanhomestead.org Follow our Homestead Happenings: Website: www.urbanhomestead.org Social Media www.Facebook.com/urbanhomestead www.Instagram.com/theurbanhomestead www.Youtube.com/urbanhomestead  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 92: Boosting Mental & Emotional Health with Christina Chan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2020 32:41


    In this episode Anais chats with herbalist, Christina Chan on how one can take proactive steps to boost mental and emotional health during times of crisis. Christina Chan has completed her First Year Apprenticeship at the Gaia School of Herbal Education in Malibu, CA. She is a holistic healer specializing in herbs, massage, essential oils, and other natural healing modalities. Christina enjoys sharing her passion for the natural world with her community.   Follow her on Instagram @randomhappychris   Sponsors: Lehmans - Live simply with the Lehman's hardware online store. Would your company like to become a sponsor? Email us at info@urbanhomestead.org Follow our Homestead Happenings: Website: www.urbanhomestead.org Social Media www.Facebook.com/urbanhomestead www.Instagram.com/theurbanhomestead www.Youtube.com/urbanhomestead  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 91: Interview & Music with Mara Kaye & Tim McNalley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2020 41:54


    “Music is the language of the spirit. It opens the secret of life bringing peace, abolishing strife.”― Kahlil Gibran In this episode Anais chats with newly transplanted roots singer Mara Kaye. She and her partner, guitarist, Tim McNalley share musical memories and tunes from the soul. "MARA KAYE IS THAT RARE CROSS-SPECIES PHENOMENON, A BLUES AMPHIBIAN. WHEN OTHERS ‘SING THE BLUES’ AS IF OFFERING AN UNUSUAL SMALL PLATE AT THE TAPAS BAR, MARA HAS SO IMMERSED HERSELF IN THE IDIOM THAT SHE GOES DOWN TO THE BOTTOM AND DOESN’T NEED AIR UNTIL THE SHOW IS OVER.  SHE’S A MODERNIST RATHER THAN A MUSEUM PIECE: HER CREATIONS CAN BE DARKLY MOURNFUL, SAVAGELY VENGEFUL, OR GLEEFULLY EROTIC, BUT THEY ARE ALWAYS LEAVENED WITH BROOKLYN SPICE"  https://www.marakaye.com/ Tim McNalley is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter from Southern California. While most commonly seen on the upright and electric bass, he also performs, records and tours on guitar, cello, mandolin and sitar- a breadth that has allowed him the opportunity to collaborate with artists such as Ariana Grande, Lianne La Havas, Changuito, Steve Grand, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson, Lianne La Havas, lostboycrow, Juanita Stein, Aashish Khan, Earl Thomas, Jim Kweskin, Burt Turetzky, and more.   In film, McNalley co-wrote, produced, and performed on soundtracks for Sex, Drugs, and Bicycles (2019), Influent (2017) and Zula the Infinite (2016)   McNalley graduated Summa Cum Laude from UC San Diego with a BA in Music and an emphasis in Jazz and the African Diaspora. McNalley has also had the blessing of studying with several notable musicians, including Hindustani music with virtuoso Kartik Seshadri, upright bass with Mark Dresser, as well as composition with Anthony Davis and Grammy winning producer Kamau Kenyatta FOLLOW Mara & Tim Facebook https://www.facebook.com/mara.kaye.9 ttps://www.facebook.com/tim.mcnalley.5 Instagram @marakaye @timmcnalley   JOIN Mara & Tim for their weekly livestream concert, “Sauce & Snack Saturday Special” Every Saturday @ 6pm THANK YOU to our Sponsor Lehmans Live simply with the Lehman's hardware online store stock up on non-electric tools & homesteading supplies since 1955. Would your company like a sponsorship spot? Contact us at info@urbanhomestead.org

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 90: Farming During the Time of Cornoa with Justin Dervaes

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 34:50


    In this episode Anais chats with head farmer, Justin Dervaes about what's been 'Growing On' and the challenges of growing food during the COVID crisis. Interested in growing your own food?  Justin offers a few tips on starting your own 'Freedom Garden.'   About Urban Homestead Sprouting on a 1/10th acre plot in 1985, this homestead project pioneered the modern urban homesteading movement. The Urban Homestead in Pasadena CA seeded a homegrown revolution and inspired millions worldwide through our website, award winning short film, podcast and outreach programs. About Justin Dervaes Justin manages and operates a successful small scale family farm and a multi farm and artisan box program, serving the customers with his down to earth “know-how” style and ever-ready smile. When he’s not trying to grow every heirloom tomato that exists on this planet, he enjoys beekeeping, and working alongside the interns where he’s able to share his witty wisdom and passion for growing food.  Carrying on the family’s work and mission Follow him and his family's farming efforts at www.UrbanHomestead.org Facebook @UrbanHomestead Instagram @theurbanhomestead

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 89: Boosting Immunity. Interview with Christina Chan

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 30:44


    In this episode, Anais chats with herbalist Christina Chan about the importance of Boosting Immunity with herbs that can be found in the kitchen, growing wild or in the garden.   Christina Chan has completed her First Year Apprenticeship at the Gaia School of Herbal Education in Malibu, CA. She is a holistic healer specializing in herbs, massage, essential oils, and other natural healing modalities. Christina enjoys sharing her passion for the natural world with her community.   Follow her on Instagram @randomhappychris

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 88: Best of Times, Quarantine Times

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 33:19


    In this episode, Anais, Justin and Jordanne continue to share what homestead life is like during the Corona quarantine They also talk about how they are encouraged seeing more folks wanting to grow their own food and re-skill during these challenging times.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 87: Life in the Time of Corona

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 32:39


    In this episode, Anais, Justin and Jordanne share what it's like at their homestead in Pasadena during the mandatory Safer at Home' order. They share how the Corona Crisis changed their lives and how they are serving the community during these difficult times.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 86: Interview with Eric & Ali of AVE 33 FARM

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2020 35:28


    In this episode, Anais chats with a fellow Los Angeles farm couple, Eric Tomassini and Ali Greer of Ave 33 Farms.  Eric & Ali share the story of how they are transforming a hillside into a productive farm.  In addition, they discuss the challenges of starting a farm and selling their produce. Learn more @ https://www.ave33farm.com/ or follow them on Instagram @ave33farm    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 85: Interview with Kelly Tatham

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2020 31:55


    In this episode, Anais chats with writer and activist Kelly Tatham about post industrial concept of "love" and what's it got to do with climate change.  Kelly discusses the modern concept of love and how it defines our consumer driven culture.   Kelly Tatham is a filmmaker, photographer, writer, poet, and multi-dimensional collage artist. She believes that insecurity is the root of all evil, and therefore radical honesty and painful vulnerability will save the world. If everyone loved themselves properly—by no longer seeking external validation—then the world would be a safe, happy place. Kelly lives home-free and is currently traveling across North American speaking about Climate Change in the Multiverse and starting philosophy clubs.   instagram.com/kellytathamtwitter.com/kellytathamfacebook.com/kellytathammedium.com/@kellytatham

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 84: Fall Update with Justin Dervaes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 30:44


    In this episode, we get a state of the garden report from Justin. He talks about the 2019 growing season and how he manages healthy soil.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 83: Interview with Occidental College Intern, Ivy

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2019 17:42


    In this episode, we chat with Occidental College student Ivy who is part of the colleges' new internship program that places students to help volunteer at local non profits.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 82: Interview with Brady Walker

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2019 24:14


    In this episode, we chat with one of the volunteers and farm box customer, Brady Walker. He shares what it's like to help out around the Urban Homestead enjoying the fruits of his labor by also supporting our farm box program.   SPONSORED BY  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 81: Interview with AltaPasa Green Circle

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 26:03


    AltaPasa Green Circle grew out of one woman’s passion for inspiring others to start a zero-waste journey. As a Transition Pasadena core member, Michiko Lynch recognized that change starts at the community level. She started a zero-waste educational outreach table at the Altadena Farmers Market in 2016. Since then, this grassroots effort has evolved into a collaborative venture that promotes an eco-conscious philosophy and builds community support for zero-waste practices. Learn more @https://www.altapasagreencircle.org

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 80: Interview with Leigh Adams

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 29:42


    The lovely Leigh Adams joins us again for another amazing conversation about regenerating our groundwater through hugelkultur and bioswales.   Visit her latest natural creation, The Crescent Farm at the LA Arboretum  https://www.facebook.com/CommunityCrescentFarm

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 79: Interview with Rebecca Stout

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2019 43:49


    Buckdance and autoharp maven, Rebecca Stout shares with us some of her favorite tunes and how music & dance has influence her life.   Listen to the VERY end for a little musical treat featuring Anais and Rebecca on their autoharps.   Visit Rebecca's website for upcoming workshops & events flatfootandfancyfree.com   SPONSORED BY  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 78: Urban Beekeeping with Justin Dervaes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2019 23:31


    In this episode, we get the buzz on Justin's beekeeping operations. He talks about the challenges of keeping bees in the city and country.     Learn how you can help save the bees and ADOPT A BEEHIVE @ http://urbanhomestead.org/adopt-a-beehive-program/   SPONSORED BY  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 77: "Conversations with Our Homestead Helpers" - Sanjay Gupta

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2019 21:08


    In this episode, we chat with one of the volunteers, Sanjay Gupta. He shares what it's like to help out around the Urban Homestead.   SPONSORED BY  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 76: "Conversations with Our Homestead Helpers" - Betsy Storm

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2019 14:45


    In this episode, we chat with one of the volunteers, Betsy Storm. She shares what it's like to help out around the Urban Homestead. SPONSORED BY  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 75: "How Does Our Garden Grow?" with Justin Dervaes

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2019 22:31


    In this episode, we chat with head farmer & homesteader, Justin Dervaes, about what's growing on in the garden. SPONSORED BY  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 74: The Podcast is Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2019 11:33


    After a brief hiatus, Anais and Jordanne say howdy, tell you our news and announce our sponsorship renewal with Lehmans (https://www.lehmans.com).  Thanks Lehmans!  SPONSORED BY    

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 73: Seasons Greetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2018 40:40


    In this episode the Dervaes family talks about all the latest garden and homestead happenings and their To Do list for 2019   (Sorry for random sound issues - working on improving our system)

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 72: California Fires, Homestead Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2018 48:24


    In this episode, the family talks about the devastating fires that affected friends, farms and many families throughout California. Jordanne reviews the latest outreach efforts in the community. Anais shares how to make easy veggie stock from her Nourishing Soups Workshops. They also dabble in discussing what new projects they have planned in 2019

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 71: Gary teRoller Plant-based Health Coach Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2018 69:48


    The Dervaes family chat with Gary teRoller a plant based health coach and founder of PlantDurance.com.His passion and mission is to help people heal their bodies from the inside out by balancing the emotional and nutritional needs at the same time.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 70: It's Fall Y'all

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2018 45:35


    In this episode: Justin discusses what he’s planting for fall, ordering new queen bees for the hives and measuring how tall the purple goosefoot grew. Jordanne shares the exciting new law that would legalize home cooked meals in the state of California and reads out a question from one of our listeners. Anais talks about the after school farm to table program, working with volunteers and new cohousing arrangement. She also shares a simple zucchini fritter recipe that makes use of those large whoppers that got overlooked.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 69: Falling into Fall

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2018 48:08


    In this episode; Justin talks about what’s growing in the garden, powdering bees with sugar.  Jordanne talks about tips to keep your flock healthy in fall.   Anais discusses their volunteer and after school farm to table program and shares one of her favorite peach cobbler recipes.  The family also talks about the recent memorial that was held for Tom Fair who wrote and recorded the Urban Homestead Radio theme song.  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 68: Nearing the End of Summer

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2018 45:50


    Summer is nearing an end, Justin talks about what’s growing in the garden and the challenges he’s had to face with one of the hottest Julys on record.  Anais talks about her job transition and shares a simple salad recipe.  Jordanne talks about the crazy ant and mosquito invasion that’s transforming normal So Cal life.   They also share the latest efforts how to sustainably grow the homestead with a volunteer program and more  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 67: Loss & Transitions

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2018 49:31


    The family deals with another sudden loss.  Anais & Jordanne share the unexpected and sad news of loosing their jobs.    Justin  talks about what’s growing in the garden and bee hive updates.  They also discuss plans for growing the future of the Urban Homestead  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 66: Mid-Summer Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2018 45:13


    In this episode, Justin talks about the challenges of keeping the yard growing thru the hot summer months, Anais shares an easy Gazpacho (cold soup recipe)  Jordanne talks about plans to improve the hen’s compound and coop. The family also shares some insights on a volunteer or internship program that they hope to launch soon.  

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 65: Hot Time, Summer in the City

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2018 46:35


    Justin updates on what’s growing in the garden and bee hives    With the recent brutal heatwave Jordanne shares how to care for chickens in extreme heat.   Anais talks about the recent Farm Tour & Dinner and shares a couple recipes and how she enjoys the challenges of using what’s in season. 

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 64: Summertime Garden & Upcoming Plans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2018 52:16


    In this episode: Justin talks about what’s growing in the garden, how he deals with summertime heat and watering.   Anais & Jordanne discuss the plans for the upcoming farm dinner and tour and much more!

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 63: 1 Year Podcast Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2018 52:40


    In this 1 year anniversary episode, Justin, Anais and Jordanne discuss the latest homestead happenings – how the summer garden grows,  beekeeping adventure on Father’s Day, their frustrations of trying to juggle growing forward and the future of the podcast.

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 62: Jordanne Dervaes Interview 2018 Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2018 58:09


    Welcome to the Urban Homestead Radio podcast! In this episode, Jordanne Dervaes continues her personal interview and shares how she is struggling to maintain a healthy balance personal and homestead life.  She also gives some insights on how the family is working through some difficult times as they work towards continuing the vision after the sudden death of their father in 2016. This Podcast  has been sponsored by: Lehman's: http://www.lehmans.com (get 10% off your next order using code URBAN10) Many thanks for stopping by to listen to the Urban Homestead Radio and Keep on growing! Urban Homestead Radio is a trademark of Urban Homestead, Inc. Copyright 2018 Urban Homestead, Inc

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 61: Homestead Happenings - Catching up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2018 50:15


    Welcome to the Urban Homestead Radio podcast! In this episode, the Dervaes family talk about what’s been happening on the homestead – from the latest weather whiplash, stolen garden cart, dealing with car issues, answering a question about drip irrigation, Anais’ latest jamming efforts.  Also,  Justin and Jordanne talk about how they spent their birthdays and much more. This Podcast  has been sponsored by: Lehman's: http://www.lehmans.com (get 10% off your next order using code URBAN10) Many thanks for stopping by to listen to the Urban Homestead Radio and Keep on growing! Urban Homestead Radio is a trademark of Urban Homestead, Inc. Copyright 2018 Urban Homestead, Inc

    Urban Homestead Radio Episode 60: Anais Dervaes Interview 2018 Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2018 59:16


    Welcome to the Urban Homestead Radio podcast! In this episode, Anais Dervaes continues the personal interview trend by sharing more about herself, the homestead, and her plans for the future.  Anais gives more personal insight into her role at the homestead, how things have changed, and how they need to change again to ensure the survival of the Urban Homestead.  Enjoy all her experiences and insights to homesteading and much more. This Podcast  has been sponsored by: Lehman's: http://www.lehmans.com (get 10% off your next order using code URBAN10)   Be sure to tune in every Tuesday for our next episode! Become a patron of Urban Homestead Radio and you could be recorded sharing a meal with Justin, Anais, and Jordanne in person at the Urban Homestead!  Click to become a patron right away because there's a very limited number of seats available for each meal! Remember, Urban Homestead Radio patrons get lots of extra goodies, secret information, early updates, special event invites, and lots of love! Many thanks for stopping by to listen to the Urban Homestead Radio and Keep on growing!   Urban Homestead Radio is a trademark of Urban Homestead, Inc. Copyright 2018 Urban Homestead, Inc.

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