Best Lauren Sheard Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 104: Strong Immunity and Health with Real Food, Part 1 1:04:38

11d ago1:04:38

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In this episode, we chat about whole hog utilization, what we're teaching in the Family Pig II harvest class, the benefits of our online membership, and how, through real food, we take responsibility for our health and immunity. Timestamps/Topics for Episode 104: 0:00 Intro & Family Pig II goodies 5:46 Whole hog utilization 8:19 Chitterlings: a dig…

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Episode 103 - From Pertussis to Pleasure to the Fourth End of Manual Labor, Part 2. 1:09:38

1M ago1:09:38

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In this episode, we discuss the seeming contradiction of Pleasure, 'becoming goods', sensitive appetites vs. intellectual delights, the four ends of manual labor, how agriculture is particularly suited to these four ends, and the duties of our state in life. Timestamps/Topics for Episode 103: 0:00 The seeming contradiction of Pleasure 7:47 Pleasura…

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Episode 102: From Pertussis to Pleasure to the Fourth End of Manual Labor, Part 1. 55:17

2M ago55:17

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In this episode, we chat about raising teenagers, weaponizing germ theory, our pertussis experience, our Spring harvest classes, and the Liturgy of the Land conference. Timestamps/Topics for Episode 102: 0:00 Intro & raising teenagers 17:06 Germ theory 27:57 Pertussis experience 38:09 Family Pig & Family Lamb classes in Spring 44:02 The exceptional…

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Episode 101: Pursuing the Catholic Faith Through Agriculture & Family with Ted Stiritz. 1:42:53

5M ago1:42:53

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In this episode, Brandon and Ted Stiritz talk about the identity of a father, delighting in your children, humility, strengthing of the will, how to live the Good Life, and moving from the Particular to the Principle. Timestamps/Topics for Episode 101: 0:00 Class announcements & organic feed 10:05 The identity of being a father & delighting in your…

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Episode 100: Farming, Wine, & Modernity with Kelsey Beck Fernandez of Finca Fernandez, Part 2 1:13:11

5M ago1:13:11

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In this episode, Kelsey and Brandon chat about biodynamic agriculture, tradition, loss of culture, Kelsey's experience at our Foie Gras class with Backwater Foie Gras, growing regional grape varieties, wine in the Mass, the Protestant Reformation, differences between Protestants and Catholics, authority vs. power, and living in a nation of tyrants.…

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Episode 99: Farming, Wine, & Modernity with Kelsey Beck Fernandez of Finca Fernandez, Part 1 1:09:34

6M ago1:09:34

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In this episode, Kelsey and Brandon chat about farming and processing livestock in urban California, wine culture in Europe vs. the US, Kelsey's Family Pig class experience, and his first solo pig slaughter. Looking for more Meatsmith knowledge? Join our online membership or come to an in-person class: Hands-On Harvest Classes - Come to one of our …

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Episode 98: Catholic Farm Dad Stuff with Mark Wertin, Part 2 50:26

7M ago50:26

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In this episode, Mark and Brandon chat more about smartphones, the value of mundane farm tasks, breeding Jersey milk cows and bulls, fencing for cows, and teaching folks (and your kids) to shoot pigs. Also, Mark wrote and performed a beautiful sonnet about shooting pigs for Brandon. Looking for more Meatsmith knowledge? Join our online membership o…

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Episode 97: Catholic Farm Dad Stuff with Mark Wertin, Part 1 1:12:04

8M ago1:12:04

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In this episode, we chat about Mark's beginnings in farming and his experience as a dairyman, teaching children and preserving their innocence, and how smartphones are demonic. Timestamps/Topics for Episode 97: 0:00 Intro to farmer Mark Wertin 8:27 Why did Mark start to grow food 11:10 Building in virtue as a dairyman 15:57 Livestock genetics & fam…

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Episode 94: Agrarian Thomistic Philosophy with Dr Richard Meloche, Part 2 1:03:54

9M ago1:03:54

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Agrarian Thomistic Philosophy with Dr Richard Meloche, Part 2 In this episode, we continue our conversation with Dr. Richard Meloche on the use of natural elements in liturgies, the epistemological benefits of rural living, the loss of imagination and unique individuals due to technology, encountering Resistance in reality, indifference, setting ar…

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Episode 96: St Thomas & the Ends of Labor, Part 2 1:10:36

10M ago1:10:36

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In this episode, we chat about symbolism and learning through analogy, rational creatures participating in the eternal law, Reason in exchange for physical protection, and the Four Ends of Labor. Announcements: Our Fall Family Pig Harvest class will be September 12-14. Join us to use just your hands (and a sharp knife) to turn two pigs into kitchen…

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Episode 95: St Thomas & the Ends of Labor, Part 1 52:51

10M ago52:51

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In this episode, we chat about our new baby, our kids keeping the fast, Easter week, St Thomas Aquinas's 'all knowledge comes through the senses' and De Regno, and reason vs. instinct. Announcements: Come to the last 3-Day Family Pig Harvest class of the season, May 16-18, where you will use only your hands to turn two pigs into kitchen-sized pork …

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Episode 93: Agrarian Thomistic Philosophy with Dr Richard Meloche, Part 1 1:31:55

11M ago1:31:55

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In episode 93, we chat with Dr. Richard Meloche of the Alcuin Institute about the music in our home, Thomistic philosophy, 'coming to farming' for the food, the spiritual parfait of Grace and Nature, textual references to 'The Good Life,' and why the rural life is the best way to obtain the necessary bodily goods. Announcements: Come to a 3-Day Fam…

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Episode 92: The Virtue of Culling, Part 2 34:49

1y ago34:49

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In this episode, we chat about affection for extraneous livestock, raising longhorns for our classes, how temperament is the most important thing with cows, harvesting a cow out of a ditch, culling fencing jumping cows (and their horns), and Wallace's Three Hearts Pilgrimage. Announcements: Come to the 2-Day The Art of Foie Gras class in Louisiana …

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Episode 91: The Virtue of Culling, Part 1 38:04

1y ago38:04

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In this episode, we chat about the time of year to harvest pigs, the Mangalitza pig breed, our longhorn escapade, fast vs. slow stitch animals, and extraneous livestock. Announcements: Come to the 2-Day The Art of Foie Gras class in Louisiana this January 19-20. You'll learn the art of goose harvesting from Brandon and the art of gavage from Ross M…

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Episode 90: The Art of Foie Gras, Part 2 1:02:48

1y ago1:02:48

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In this episode, we discussed farm tasks that build virtue, our upcoming The Art of Foie Gras class, farming as an art, the myth of "do what you love," what is the Good Life, the burden of abundance, foie gras as preservation, and horses and cows in our future. Announcements: Come to the 2-Day The Art of Foie Gras class in Louisiana this January 19…

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Episode 89: The Art of Foie Gras, Part 1 58:24

1y ago58:24

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In this episode, we discuss the French monarchy, the difference between power and authority, the history of botulism (or lack thereof), Brandon's aversion to recipes, and our upcoming Art of Foie Gras class with Backwater Foie Gras in Louisiana. Announcements: Come to the 2-Day The Art of Foie Gras class in Louisiana this January 19-20. You'll lear…

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Episode 88 - Culling, Cattle Rotation, and Gregorian Chant, Part 2 1:17:14

1+ y ago1:17:14

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In this episode, we chat about Gregorian chant; what it is, how it's different from modern music, and how it impacts our lives. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron can help us keep our episode quality high and allow us to continue filming. Become a pa…

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Episode 87: Culling, Cattle Rotation, and Gregorian Chant, Part 1 1:01:28

1+ y ago1:01:28

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In this episode, we chat about the Assumption, our current virtue building, guilds & slaughterhouses of old, how our classes can get you off industrial meat, the meaning of culling, and rotational grazing on our farm. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patr…

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Episode 86 - Of Land Hurricanes, Candle Light, and Large Living, Part 2 59:56

1+ y ago59:56

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Episode 86 - Of Land Hurricanes, Candle Light, and Large Living, Part 2 In this episode, we chat about soft communism, weaning yourself from the comforts of urban life, and fasting. We continue our community vs family conversation, making a case for owning a bigger home, bodies needing space, and the duty to teach your children. Announcements: Supp…

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Episode 85: Of Land Hurricanes, Candle Light, and Large Living, Part 1 1:01:16

1+ y ago1:01:16

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In this episode, we discuss recent extreme weather, how much 'rejection of technology' is reasonable, what technology keeps you from learning, and attending the Mass by candlelight. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron can help us keep our episode qual…

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Episode 84: Of Blood Bread, Beef Classes and Building Society, Part 2 52:37

2y ago52:37

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In this episode, we discuss the gift that is Community, Nature, Grace, & Original Sin, farming in reparation to God, the uselessness of smartphones, and the virtue of pork chops. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron can help us keep our episode quality…

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Episode 83: Of Blood Bread, Beef Classes and Building Society, Part 1 1:15:18

2y ago1:15:18

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In this episode, we chat about raising beef and dairy cows, blood bread and modern food, and we continue our discussion on Community vs. Society. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron can help us keep our episode quality high and allow us to continue fi…

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Episode 82: Community vs Society Part 2 57:40

2y ago57:40

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Episode 82: Community vs. Society Part 2 In this episode we chat about community, its different forms, positives and negatives, its lack of definition, its function in ideology, and what it offers. We compare it to society, how the family is the essential unit of society, and the grace family provides to a community. Announcements: Support our podc…

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Episode 81: Recap of our Busy Season and Community vs. Society Part 1 55:45

2y ago55:45

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In this episode, we recap our Fall harvest season, all the classes we taught, fasting for advent and feasting over Christmas, preserving and losing meat, our upcoming beef and lamb classes, and a bit on raising rabbits. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a pa…

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Episode 80: Of Goose classes, the Exodus, and the 'Our Father': A Review of Fr. Vincent McNabb's The Church and the Land, Pt 2 57:12

2+ y ago57:12

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In this episode, we share more of our thoughts on The Church and the Land by Fr. Vincent McNabb, building topsoil with people, fleeing the city, and the dignity of the farmer. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron can help us keep our episode quality hi…

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Episode 79: Of Goose classes, the Exodus, and the 'Our Father': A Review of Fr. Vincent McNabb's The Church and the Land, Pt 1 1:07:20

2+ y ago1:07:20

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Sign up for the free event - Traditional Skills Summit Sept 12-15th https://www.schooloftraditionalskills.com/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=1&affid=20 In this episode, we talk about our upcoming Martinmas Goose class, all the events Brandon is participating in, our thoughts on The Church and the Land by Fr. Vincent McNabb, the four causes, and leaving t…

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Ep 78: The Virtue of Pig Killing; Brandon’s talk at The Prairie Troubadour 2022 Symposium 1:17:39

2+ y ago1:17:39

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Episode 78: The Virtue of Pig Killing; Brandon’s talk at The Prairie Troubadour 2022 Symposium The Virtue of Pig Killing; Brandon’s talk at The Prairie Troubadour 2022 Symposium. From sonnets to Cottage Economy, from Thomas Aquinas to selling cured meats, Brandon distills much of what we've been discussing over the years into this talk. Announcemen…

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Ep 77: From Finance to Foie Gras - Interview with Ross McKnight of Backwater Foie Gras, Part 2 1:25:45

2+ y ago1:25:45

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In this episode, we chat with Ross McKnight of Backwater Foie Gras about the practical element of gavage, why gavage isn't force-feeding, breed of duck, feed used, legally selling farm products, prose, and poetry. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron c…

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Ep 76: From Finance to Foie Gras - Interview with Ross McKnight of Backwater Foie Gras, Part 1 1:04:02

2+ y ago1:04:02

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In this episode, we chat with Ross McKnight of Backwater Foie Gras about how he began his farming journey, why he chose foie gras, tradition and moving to the land, and the mortification of farming. Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. Becoming a patron can help us keep…

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Ep 75 Philosophy 101 & Family Farming Part 2 56:26

2+ y ago56:26

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In this episode, we chat about the breakdown of the family farm, private property, the notion of the Soul, The Church and Farming and Russian Farming by Denis Fahey, William Cobbett, and more. Introduction and Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. By becoming a patron, y…

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Ep 71: On Moving, Tradition, & Truck Tipping, Pt 2 56:55

3y ago56:55

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In this episode, we continue our conversation on moving from Washington State to just outside Tulsa, Oklahoma. We chat about the changing landscape, packing up our business, and tipping our slaughter truck. Introduction and Announcements: Family Pig classes are happening in the Fall on Sept 29th-Oct 1st, Oct 13-15th, and October 27-29th. Our classe…

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Ep 74 Philosophy 101 & Family Farming 1:02:08

3y ago1:02:08

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In this episode, we review The Church and Farming and The Rulers of Russia and the Russian Farmers by Denis Fahey. We also chat about The Prairie Troubadour, our Membership program, and our sense faculties as they relate to farming and all life. Introduction and Announcements: Family Pig classes are happening in the Fall on Sept 29th-Oct 1st, Oct 1…

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Episode 73: Family Farms Part 2 49:45

3y ago49:45

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In this episode, we chat about animal family groups, cow, pig, and goat hegemony, natural law vs. naturalism, suffering, and Mass. Introduction and Announcements: Family Pig classes are sold out for Spring 2022. Subscribe to our newsletter to be notified when we schedule the next round of classes. Our classes make incredible gifts for anyone intere…

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Episode 72: Family Farms, Part 1 1:03:51

3y ago1:03:51

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In this episode, we chat about Brandon's recent travels to teach classes in other states, family farms, and land management trends. Introduction and Announcements: We have two Family Pig classes in Spring 2022. Our classes make incredible gifts for anyone interested in the whole processing narrative. From the kill to butchery to cookery, the experi…

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Ep 70: On Moving, Tradition, and Truck Tipping, Part 1 56:32

3y ago56:32

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In this episode, we talk more about moving to Oklahoma, tradition, and leaving behind what our kids will want to inherit. Introduction and Announcements: We have two Family Pig classes in Spring 2022. Our classes make incredible gifts for anyone interested in the whole processing narrative. From the kill to butchery to cookery, the experience gaine…

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Episode 69: Bonus Episode with Daniel Firth Griffith and the Robinia Institute in The Conversationalist Webinar Series. 1:26:11

3+ y ago1:26:11

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In this episode, Brandon talks with Daniel Firth Griffith of the Robinia Institute in The Conversationalist Webinar Series. The topics discussed range from descaling agriculture to Aristotle. Introduction and Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, filming, and editing. By becoming a patron, yo…

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Episode 68: We're Moving. Here's Why. Pt. 2 46:59

3+ y ago46:59

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In this episode, Brandon and Lauren talk about culture, the medieval village, the virtues of the intellect, science and First Principles, and the intelligence of farmers. Introduction and Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, in both filming and editing. By becoming a patron, you'll help us k…

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Episode 67: We're Moving. Here's Why. Pt. 1 52:05

3+ y ago52:05

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In these episodes, Brandon and Lauren talk about their decision to move to Tulsa, Oklahoma. From practical things like needing more room in the home and on the farm to the spiritual necessity of being closer to the Mass. Introduction and Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of work, in both filming a…

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Ep 66 Natural Law Part 2 44:16

3+ y ago44:16

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In these episodes, Brandon and Lauren discuss Natural Law, what it is, and how it is observable on the farm. In part 2, they continue to illustrate Natural Law with livestock death and how urbanization erases the weight of Natural Law upon us. Introduction and Announcements: Support our podcast on Patreon! Production of each episode takes hours of …

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Ep 65 Natural Law, Part 1 48:12

3+ y ago48:12

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In these episodes, Brandon and Lauren discuss Natural Law, what it is, and how it is observable on the farm. They also share the new direction the podcast is going, pork shares availability, and the last Summer Family Pig Class. Introduction and Announcements: Last Summer Family Pig class is almost sold out! September 2nd-4th. Membership -- a gift …

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Fasting, Fat and Feasting With Fat, Part 2 1:00:31

4y ago1:00:31

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In these episodes, Brandon and Lauren discuss fasting and how fat compliments it so beautifully. They share their experiences with fasting, how it has enhanced their lives, and some of the meaning behind it. In Part 2, they talk about the challenges of living in an abundant and convenient world. Help us produce more episodes by supporting us on Pat…

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Ep. 63: Fasting, Fat and Fasting with Fat, Part 1 1:00:36

4y ago1:00:36

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In these episodes, Brandon and Lauren discuss fasting and how fat compliments it so beautifully. They share their experiences with fasting, how it has enhanced their lives, and some of the meaning behind it. They also suggest ways that fat can be incorporated into one's practice of fasting. In the way of side topics, Brandon shares what he has been…

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Ep. 62: Eating Geese, Broken Truck & 'Side' Farming, Part 2 50:51

4y ago50:51

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In this episode, Part 2 of a 2 part series, Lauren and Brandon discuss the benefits and challenges of taking on various farm "side' gigs (pigs, broilers, goat kids, rabbits, beef, sheep, duck eggs, vegetables). They highlight important factors that need to be taken into consideration in deciding which endeavors to invest in: what your locale is, wh…

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Ep. 61: Eating Geese, Broken Truck, and 'Side' Farming, Part 1 50:05

4y ago50:05

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In this episode, part one of a two part series, Brandon and Lauren share the complexities of trying to deal with a broken slaughter truck, during the middle of harvest season, while living on an island, with seven kids in tow. They discuss methods of cooking goose to reach its highest and best expression; making carnitas from previously frozen meat…

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Ep. 60: Meatsmith Grab Bag (Tractors, Geese, Pastrami & ...), Part 2 1:00:40

4y ago1:00:40

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In this episode, part 2 of a 2 part series, Brandon and Lauren discuss: their new geese project; pastrami; and the new free Farmstead Meatsmith content they've posted on YouTube which includes several videos on the artful harvesting of poultry.By Farmstead Meatsmith

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Ep. 59: Homestead Grab Bag (Tractors, Geese, Pastrami & ...), Part 1 46:00

4+ y ago46:00

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In this episode, Brandon and Lauren share the big "new things" in their lives: a new baby, new geese, and a new tractor! Learn how Brandon is putting his tractor to use in ways he never anticipated and how having a competent and efficient tool affects your psychology. Brandon discusses methods of fattening poultry, including the art of gavage; and …

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Ep. 58: Bacon, Beef & Feasting, Part 2 48:40

4+ y ago48:40

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In this episode, Brandon and Lauren discuss: methods of cooking lean meats - barding, larding and confit; preserving (and tenderizing) a side of beef by hanging it; how it is that beef can be both dry and juicy at the same time; and how to make a deliciously tender meal from a tough cut of meat. Introduction and Announcements: FREE - Murray Carter'…

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Ep 57: Bacon, Beef & Feasting, Part 1 54:26

4+ y ago54:26

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In these episodes, Brandon and Lauren discuss: Murray Carter's Blade Sharpening Fundamentals film (now available free of charge on YouTube; Brandon's refined method of making lower-salt bacon; the human connection to pigs and bacon; and feasting and fasting. Introduction and Announcements: FREE - Murray Carter's Blade Sharpening Fundamentals film n…

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Ep 56: Spring "Slow" Season & Such, Part 2 45:37

4+ y ago45:37

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In this episode, Part 2 of a two-part series, Brandon and Lauren talk about slaughtering goat kids and sheep, what rennett is and what it is used for, and the art of duck gavage. They also delve into more philosophical topics such as: humane slaughter vs. natural death, the danger of compassion in the slaughter, and why eating meat is brazen. Intro…

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Ep. 55: Spring "Slow Season" & Such, Part 1 58:13

5y ago58:13

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Introduction and Announcements: To Harvest a Pig Nicely is now available FREE of charge on our YouTube channel! Membership is open! 60-day free trial available! Promo code: "60daytrial" New content available on lamb tartare and cabrito Membership forum topics now categorized for easy browsing! Join us for one of our upcoming spring Family Pig class…

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