We’ve got some BIG news to share with you! 🎉 After nearly seven years and more than 250 episodes, we’re wrapping up The Pantry Chat Podcast… but don’t worry, this isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of something new!

👉 Welcome to the Everyday Homesteading Podcast.

In this episode, we reflect on the heart behind the Pantry Chat, share what’s happening on the homestead right now, and reveal why we’re relaunching under a new name.

The mission hasn’t changed; we’re still here to encourage you, equip you with practical skills, and talk about the why behind the homesteading lifestyle. But with this new name, the podcast will be easier to find, more accessible, and even more helpful for those just starting their homestead journey.

📅 Mark your calendars: On October 18, 2025, we’ll be back with five brand-new episodes to kick off Everyday Homesteading.

💡 Here’s how you can help make this launch a success! Sign up to be part of our launch team and earn a chance to get some pretty great giveaways/prizes! 🎁 Join here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/podlaunch

Thank you for being part of Pantry Chat all these years. We are so grateful for this community, and we can’t wait to continue the journey with you in this new season. Whether you’re on 40 acres with livestock or growing herbs on a windowsill, you belong here.

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED:
- Sign up for the School of Traditional Skills 2025 Summit here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/STS_HF_n
- Get my best tips on how to prepare for large preservation days on the homestead: https://homesteadingfamily.com/tips-for-a-busy-preservation-day/
This podcast is sponsored by American Blossom Linens. Use code "HomesteadingFamily" for 20% off your order: https://homesteadingfamily.com/s-american-blossom-linens

Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
11:00 - American Blossom Linens
13:55 - Prepping for Big Canning Days
16:08 - Water Source for Chickens
19:40 - Main Topic

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MORE ABOUT US!

WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our eleven children, we are The Homesteading Family where we’re living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideo

Grow, Preserve & Thrive with us!
Visit us on our blog: https://www.homesteadingfamily.com
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/homesteadingfamily
Instagram: https://instagram.com/homesteadingfamily
Rumble: https://rumble.com/HomesteadingFamily

A few highlights you don't want to miss are our FREEBIES!!

Healthy Healing at Home – Learn how to confidently use herbal medicine in your home with this FREE 4 video workshop: https://homesteadingfamily.com/HHHyt

Your Best Loaf – A Free 4 video workshop teaching you how to make great bread at home, every time, regardless of the recipe you are using: https://homesteadingfamily.com/free-bread-workshop

You are officially invited to be part of our brand-new Everyday Homesteading Podcast Launch Team. Yay!

By joining, you’ll get:
✅ Behind-the-scenes sneak peeks at the new podcast
✅ Entry into our private launch community
✅ The chance to win some incredible giveaways

In this episode of the Pantry Chat, I sit down with my friend Rory Groves from @thegrovestead to talk about his family’s journey from a tech career in the city to raising six kids on a homestead in Minnesota.

Rory’s story will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt the tug to get out of the rat race and build something lasting with their family. What started with a single tomato plant on a city balcony turned into a thriving homestead of gardens, orchards, and livestock. But more than that, it turned into a way of life intentionally built around faith, family, and meaningful work.

Rory is the author of Durable Trades and The Family Economy (links below), books that have encouraged thousands to think differently about how we live, work, and raise our children.

In this conversation we dive into:
- The slow, steady steps Rory and Becca took toward self-sufficiency
- Why it’s vital to build rhythms of joy into the homestead for our kids
- What “durable trades” really mean and why they matter today
- Rory’s thoughts on AI, technology, and the need to preserve skills that last
- Why homesteading isn’t about escaping the world, but preserving something worth passing on

Check out the blog post for links and more information here: https://homesteadingfamily.com/preserving-a-way-of-life-with-rory-groves/
Durable Trades: https://homesteadingfamily.com/durable-trades
The Family Economy: https://homesteadingfamily.com/the-family-economy

This is about more than food or farming—it’s about preserving culture, family, and faith for generations to come.

Time Stamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:49 - Lehman's
1:50 - Main Topic

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MORE ABOUT US!

WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our eleven children, we are The Homesteading Family where we’re living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideo

Grow, Preserve & Thrive with us!
Visit us on our blog: https://www.homesteadingfamily.com
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/homesteadingfamily
Instagram: https://instagram.com/homesteadingfamily
Rumble: https://rumble.com/HomesteadingFamily

A few highlights you don't want to miss are our FREEBIES!!

Healthy Healing at Home – Learn how to confidently use herbal medicine in your home with this FREE 4 video workshop: https://homesteadingfamily.com/HHHyt

Your Best Loaf – A Free 4 video workshop teaching you how to make great bread at home, every time, regardless of the recipe you are using: https://homesteadingfamily.com/free-bread-workshop

Meals on Your Shelf – Can along with me! Learn to can and put jars of a delicious meal on your pantry shelf with this FREE video series: https://homesteading

You are officially invited to be part of our brand-new Everyday Homesteading Podcast Launch Team. Yay!

By joining, you’ll get:
✅ Behind-the-scenes sneak peeks at the new podcast
✅ Entry into our private launch community
✅ The chance to win some incredible giveaways

Do you ever wonder how to safely use herbal medicine at home? Whether it’s tinctures, teas, powders, or capsules, figuring out the right dose can feel a little overwhelming, especially if you’re just starting out.

In this week’s Pantry Chat, I’m joined by Dr. Patrick Jones from HomegrownHerbalist.net to break it all down in a simple, practical way.

We’re covering:
🌿 The pros and cons of different herbal preparations (tinctures, teas, capsules, powders, and salves)
🌿 How to safely dose herbs for adults, children, and even animals
🌿 The three big safety checks every herbalist (and mom!) needs to know before giving herbs
🌿 Which herbs are safe for daily, long-term use, and which ones should only be used short-term
🌿 Real-life stories from both the clinic and the homestead on how herbs can make a big difference in emergencies and everyday health

Herbal medicine doesn’t have to feel intimidating. With a little know-how, you can confidently use herbs to support your family’s health, without second-guessing if you’re “doing it wrong.”

📌 Resources & Links:

- Elderberry Syrup Recipe: https://homesteadingfamily.com/homemade-elderberry-syrup-immune-boosting-recipe/
- Learn more from Dr. Patrick Jones: HomegrownHerbalist.net
- More herbal medicine tips from our homestead: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-use-herb-medicine-safely-at-home

Time Stamps:

0:00 Introduction
2:48 - Lehmans
4:13 - Main Topic
22:03 - Dosing Herbal Remedies

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MORE ABOUT US!

WELCOME! We're so glad you're here! We are Josh and Carolyn Thomas. Together with our eleven children, we are The Homesteading Family where we’re living a self-sustainable life in beautiful North Idaho. Let us welcome you and show you a bit about us here: http://bit.ly/HFWelcomeVideo

Grow, Preserve & Thrive with us!
Visit us on our blog: https://www.homesteadingfamily.com
Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/homesteadingfamily
Instagram: https://instagram.com/homesteadingfamily
Rumble: https://rumble.com/HomesteadingFamily

A few highlights you don't want to miss are our FREEBIES!!

Healthy Healing at Home – Learn how to confidently use herbal medicine in your home with this FREE 4 video workshop: https://homesteadingfamily.com/HHHyt

Your Best Loaf – A Free 4 video workshop teaching you how to make great bread at home, every time, regardless of the recipe you are using: https://homesteadingfamily.com/free-bread-workshop

Meals on Your Shelf – Can along with me! Learn to can and put jars of a delicious meal on your pantry shelf with this FREE video series: https://homesteadingfamily.com/MOYS-free-workshop

FREE PDF DOWNLOADS:
- Homesteading Family's Favorite Holiday Recipes - Grab all of our family’s favorite holiday recipes. https://homesteadingfamily.com/free-holiday-recipes
- 5 Steps to a More Self-Sufficient Life - Simple steps anyone can take wherever they are to start a more self-sufficient lifestyle. https://homesteadingfamily.com/5Ste

You are officially invited to be part of our brand-new Everyday Homesteading Podcast Launch Team. Yay!

By joining, you’ll get:
✅ Behind-the-scenes sneak peeks at the new podcast
✅ Entry into our private launch community
✅ The chance to win some incredible giveaways