Living Free in Tennessee - Nicole Sauce

Today, I will share what a day looked like for me at the beginning of this podcast compared with a day now, after just about 1000 episodes. We will also cover all our usual segments. LFTN Spring Workshop Tickets: https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/product/2025-lftn-spring-workshop/ Featured Event: Seed Exchange and Potluck at the Holler Homestead, Feb 15 at 12pm-3pm https://www.facebook.com/share/1BN558PR4i/ Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com/lftn Sponsor 2: EMPShield.com, Coupon Code: LFTN Tales from the Prepper Pantry Holler Neighbor Potroast Pantry Challenge Update Seed Sorting Project Working 1 hour at a time for the win Weekly Shopping Report: None today Frugality Tip: None today Community Note: Follow Kiri’s Youtube channel, Thunder Hill Farms: https://www.youtube.com/@ThunderHillFarm38  Operation Independence Relationships are important and not in order to get what you want.  Basecamp is rented because of relationships Pasture adjustments and new bnbs coming to the Holler Main topic of the Show:  May 20, 2016, Living Free in Tennessee had its first episode - https://traffic.libsyn.com/nicolesauce/NicoleSauce_Podcast_May_20_2016_-_52016_6.52_PM.mp3 …what started as a desperate need to release creative energy because my job was suffocating has become a community of doers, my source of inspiration, and something that is achieving what I tried for 14 years to do in the free market public policy realm. And it all started with that one, poorly executed episode. A single decision. A ton of feedback from yall. And encouragement when things got tennous. Episode 1000 is tomorrow and I am excited to share it with Jack Spirko fo the Survival Podcast and John Willis of Special Operations Equipment. But today, I’d like to share with you what my life was like in May of 2016. I was founder and president of a half million to  million dollar nonprofit with a mission to equip free market economists in the public policy world with better story telling skills and marketing departments (TALK ABOUT NICHE) I had been homesteading for 9 years and was selling my extra vegetables and craft roasted coffee at the farmers market on saturdays I flew for work so much that I had earned a companion pass on Southwest - look that up I had 1 rental property in Nashville I was deeply unhappy, finding myself in a role where my time was not my own, my primary job was to raise money so that I could pay people to train other people who were not as good of trainers as I was. I was also HR manager, and operations vp, and cfo in function which meant …. Paperwork. Lots and lots of paperwork. After a trip, you could not get me out of the soil if you tried I drank too much A typical day on the homestead started early with some work outside and a cup of coffee. I would then transition into computer work and meetings, frantically tossing in a load of laundry or pulling something out of the freezer for dinner as I went. If there was a crisis, I was able to flew, but then would be looking at a late night of catch up for work. There were no days off. Not ever. The role I was in required that I be constantly available to respond to emails and text messages. It was so bad then when I started turning off my phone from 7-9pm on Mondays, one of the people who interacted with me actually had the gall to explain that because she was on the west coast and her day was not yet done, it was unreasonable for me to not be available from 7-9pm. And she was supported in this from the people who were responsible for about half to ¾ of my budget. The segment operation independence? That stemmed from this situation. Because my area of Focus from my personal life strategic plan was to “Have enough local, ongoing revenue to support my life.” It has been adjusted to regenerative ongoing revenue nine years later, but you get the point. I was solving for being too dependent on one source of income so that I could NOT say no even though I was running my own organization. I became soured on the whole nonprofit world as well as the public policy one because I saw the inherent flaw in trying to fix the system from within the system and over the next few years became convinced that the only way for freedom to grow was through individual action. Starting with myself. In 2017 - I broke out of the system. A typical day was to work for the nonprofit, unpaid so that the people there could use me for creating value so that they could continue it on. They failed at that. A sign the nonprofit should never have existed really. The day:1) Work frenetically on the Center Hill Sun 2) Sell a few coffee orders 3) Weekly podcast 4) More time for homesteading 5) Contract work for corporate facilitations >>>>Tell the rest of the story Make it a great week! GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.  Community Follow me on Nostr: npub1u2vu695j5wfnxsxpwpth2jnzwxx5fat7vc63eth07dez9arnrezsdeafsv Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

Today, we update you on the new lambs on the Holler Homestead, the new feed source we found, importance of community and more!   Featured event: 9 am. Tomorrow (Saturday). Workshop Tickets go on sale! Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com Sponsor 2: DiscountMylarBags.com   Celebrate! Got first round of seedlings ready (Yesterday’s episode) Bottle Lamb Updates Awesome Kitchen Vent Hood Pasture Brat Pack Normalized Paddock Rotation again Operation Eyesore New Feed Source for TN Processor connections Update on managing while Nicole was away Forage: Time to be on the lookout for wild garlic and early spring greens Concrete project sound fun this weekend? Invoicing the lambs we sold this weekend - and why I waited so long.   Make it a great week!   GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift!   Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

Discover essential techniques for starting seeds, focusing on light, soil temperature, and moisture. Explore insights from personal gardening journeys and the challenges that come with growing plants. Learn about an exciting Spring Workshop featuring expert discussions on permaculture and sustainable living. Gain efficiency tips for meal prep through batch cooking, ensuring your pantry remains organized and stocked with nutritious meals. Engage in hands-on learning to boost practical skills in urban homesteading and building sustainable lifestyles.

  Today I am joined by the Tactical Redneck and perhaps Knighthawk for the latest news from the Holler Homestead. Babies, extreme cold, planning the gardens and more   Featured event: LFTN Spring Workshop   Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com/LFTN Sponsor 2: EMPShield.com, Coupon Code LFTN   Email feedback to nicole@livingfreeintennessee.com   Forage Wheat is ready to harvest Iding herbals/wilds that we do not want the sheep to eat Day Lillies are blooming  Garden: Cover crop sautees Inside cherry tomatoes   Livestock Rabbit ear mites No ducklings yet Eating things faster than we thought so we are moving them each day until cleared (overseeding pasture mix) Muscovies incoming tomorrow thanks to Kerrry and Lisa 4 eggs a day - summer slump Sheep story   Grow   Holler Neighbors/Community   Infrastructure   Finances   Membership Plug   Make it a great week!   GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift!   Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link Make it a great week!   GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift!   Community Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

In this engaging discussion, John Athayde, a marketing and communications expert, delves into the intersection of artificial intelligence and traditional practices. He shares his journey from urban life to homesteading, highlighting the joys and challenges of rural living. The conversation covers how AI can enhance productivity in gardening and marketing, while addressing ethical concerns and the importance of authenticity in content creation. Athayde provides insights on effectively integrating AI tools for research and education, emphasizing critical thinking in the digital age.

Discover strategies for planning an efficient kitchen garden that reduces grocery store dependence. Hear tips on moving to Tennessee, including the importance of research and community involvement. Explore the speaker's sheep farming venture, highlighting local lamb sales and cost-saving measures. Delve into essential gardening techniques, soil health, and setting personal goals for a fruitful harvest. Plus, updates on seasonal food growth and an upcoming workshop aimed at enhancing self-sufficiency.

Today, we talk about more lambing fun, dog kefir, cold swimming and more. Resources: Solar Webinar: LivingFreeinTennessee.com Homegrown Cooking with Dawn Gorham: https://www.youtube.com/@lftn  Sponsor 1: DiscountMylarBags.com Sponsor 2: The WealthsteadingPodcast.com Lamb Deposits for October: LivingFreeinTennessee.com Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b   Email feedback to nicole@livingfreeintennessee.com   Failed chicken dinner Prepper Pantry Progress Avoiding pasture damage when ice turns to mud Loading rams for the processor Fun at the processors Hairy balls Dog kefir How are we going to split the flock? Cold swimming - polar plunge light You finally finished the stew Bone broth on cold days Seed order is in for the gardens (The challenge) REALLY MUST process rabbits Basecamp showing to a community member today   Make it a great week!   GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift!   Community Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link  

Dive into a thought-provoking discussion about the US healthcare system and its impact on personal freedom. Explore alternatives to traditional health insurance for aspiring entrepreneurs and the significance of affordable care. Hear personal anecdotes contrasting American healthcare with international models, highlighting the need for informed choices and personal responsibility. Discover innovative care models and the crucial role of community support as the system faces challenges. Engage with solutions that empower individuals in their health journeys.

Today, I share my thoughts on slowing down so that you can speed up, go over the update from the prepper pantry, share a frugality tip and more. Resources Sign Up For The Solar Webinar AgoristTaxAdvice.com/LFTN EMPSHIELD.com Coupon Code: LFTN My3Things Free Webinar Tuesday My3Things, Four Week Challenge HollerRoast.com Featured Event: Solar Webinar with Shawn Mills, January 19, 3pm Sponsor 1: AgoristTaxAdvice.com/lftn Sponsor 2: EMPShield.com, Coupon Code: LFTN Tales from the Prepper Pantry Transition to carnivore for the challenge is complete Sunday “pile of meat” Homegrown Cooking episode with Dawn this friday: Probably cooking a cow’s heart but who knows? January Pantry Challenge Weekly Shopping Report None this week - we had snow Frugality Tip From Margo Some people have memberships that give them rewards. I tend to save them until we need them. I save points and redeem for gift cards for birthday and Christmas gifts.   We have a car rental membership that is a work perk so we do not have to pay for it. After so many days you get free rentals. We had a situation come up over the Christmas break that required a pick up truck. We used a free days rental and didn't have to pay a crazy Holiday price for a rental truck. So by saving those free days, we saved even more money on that much needed truck rental. So sometimes those pay for memberships are very worth their annual fees and this frugal lady has a few. Happy savings y'all Operation Independence My 3 things 4 week challenge & another webinar tomorrow 5 Lambs were born so far - 3 today.  To Speed Up, First You Must Slow Down Last year was the year of hone and life really tossed some tests my direction in that regard. Many tests were new opportunities which is so tempting to take on when they come. But saying yes to everything is a bad habit to have and a great one to decide to get rid of sooner rather than later. By April, I had started saying no to almost everything, especially things that involved travel off the homestead. I had realized that things on my homestead do not flourish as well when I am not here.    Not being present - and multiple ways that is a truth   Now is the year of enrich - meaning beyond the pocket book. I am asking myself, how am I enriching the world around me? >Roadblock Busting *The car *Operation eyesore *The paperwork monster Show notes at 12pm today and the Monday mail has not gone out, the solar webinar is not launched, and that is ok. Previously I would have all these things not half-assed well in advance. But does that enrich the world around me? To speed up, first you must slow down Slow down and remove barriers Slow down and assess priorities - like your true priorities of project, living, relationships, health Slow down and test assumptions Slow down and develop systems that work Slow down and prioritize yourself Why? If you don’t you will lose the things you do not build into your life. When you half -ass things they begin to crack around the edged Observations: 1. Always be defining complete as a little bit more 2. It’s ok to stop mid way and never come back, just take out the trash when you do 3. Communication is even more importantBe ready to go very fast once you get things dialed in - and then your preparations will be your strength! So sometimes you need to take that half day to learn an AI tool, dial in the website, or defrag a paperwork monster instead of continually racing forward and building things anew. Because building the life you choose, means you need to choose. And choosing one thing  can mean walking away from not as good.   Make it a great week! GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce.    Community Follow me on Nostr: npub1u2vu695j5wfnxsxpwpth2jnzwxx5fat7vc63eth07dez9arnrezsdeafsv Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link

I am joined by The Tactical Redneck, Tracy and Knighthawk to talk about the latest on the homestead: New births (oops), the snowmageddon that didn't, actual snow and more. This show is brought to you by: DiscountMylarBags.com AgoristTaxAdvice.com/LFTN Lambs born Lamb died The parts car sale and roadblocks 4 wheeler rebuild Watercress is under water for the winter Processing Rabbits this weekend The Pantry Challenge Planning what to grow Rabbit Water cant go empty on any of them because of the cold Finishing our raised beds - smaller gardens in 2025 to facilitate the move Ducks are not laying eggs Time to start chard and brassicas Screening ashes Thinking about compost The pool house green house idea Basecamp will be available to rent mid-February Rams headed to the processor next week GUYS! Don’t forget about the cookbook, Cook With What You Have by Nicole Sauce and Mama Sauce. It makes a great Christmas Gift! Community Mewe Group: https://mewe.com/join/lftn Telegram Group: https://t.me/LFTNGroup Odysee: https://odysee.com/$/invite/@livingfree:b Advisory Board The Booze Whisperer The Tactical Redneck Chef Brett Samantha the Savings Ninja Resources Membership Sign Up Holler Roast Coffee Harvest Right Affiliate Link