The Modern Ancestral Mamas Podcast

In this episode, Corey and I had an entertaining and informative conversation with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen from the popular Discover Ag podcast. Natalie and Tara are two millennial female farmers who shared their experiences and expertise with us on dairy farming, the anti-meat narrative, nutrition and meat, feeding steers and dairy cows, labeling meat, and so much more. We loved hearing a different perspective on conventional farming from two passionate women in the agriculture industry who are trying to make a difference for farmers.    Resources Mentioned: Sustainable Dish Podcast with Diana Rogers Country of Origin Labeling   Books Mentioned: Sacred Cow by Diana Rogers   Connect with Natalie and Tara: @discoverag_ @nataliekovarik @taravanderdussen The hands that feed us

In this episode, Corey and I chat with Victoria Boron. Victoria is currently studying to obtain her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and eventually Doctor of Nursing Practice. Victoria found herself in a challenging situation and needing government assistance to help feed her family. In this episode, we discuss how families in these delicate situations can still find real, whole foods even while on WIC and SNAP benefits. Victoria shares innumerable resources and ways to maximize your food dollars without sacrificing nutrition.    Books Mentioned: Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols Real Food for Gestational Diabetes by Lily Nichols Eat Like A Human by Bill Schindler   Resources Mentioned: Ted Naiman Cronometer   Connect with Victoria: @Grexicangainz  

In this episode, Corey and I chat with Crystal from the Abundantly Blessed Homestead about how the cost of real food might be more affordable than we might think. Crystal gives lots of ideas on how to stretch your budget (ie: drinking broth before meals to help fill you up) while still eating nutrient-dense real foods. She also breaks down the cost of a few meals she has made for her family and compares them to the cost of purchasing the same processed food version. While this episode does mention specific costs of certain foods, inflation and the market is ever-changing, and since this episode was recorded there has been some fluctuation. We address this at the end of the show for clarification for our listeners.    Resources Mentioned: Dirty Dozen Azure Standard (Online Bulk Purchasing) Palm Fruit Shortening  Diatomaceous Earth Food Saver Containers    Recipes and Meal Plans Mentioned: Beef Stroganoff Recipe Fermented Rice Recipe Meal Plan Guide Freezer Meal Plan Guide Homemade Cheeze It Cracker Recipe Flax Egg    Connect with Crystal: Abundantly Blessed Homestead Abhomestead22@gmail.com

In this Budgeting 101 episode, Corey and I discuss several different topics related to real food budgeting. We cover how to prioritize nutrient density (when possible), the difference between value and price, the cost of real food versus packaged and processed foods, and practical application tips and tricks for how to save money. This episode is only one part of a series of episodes covering budgeting and managing the rising costs of food in today’s modern world.    Books Mentioned:  Dave Ramsey Financial Fitness 100 Days of Real Food on a Budget 100 Days of Real Food Meal Plans   Resources Mentioned: Copper River Valley Fish Collective (Salmon) Azure Standard Bread Beckers (Grain Club) Offally Good Cooking Kalona Supernatural on Homegrown Education Podcast Jamie Oliver’s Keep Cooking and Carry On (can be found on Hulu) Budget Eats-Delish  Nate’s Raw Harvest (properly prepared granola)   Article Mentioned:  Good, Better, Best: Traditional Foods for Every Budget   Previous MAM Episodes Mentioned:   Choosing Family Food Values Finding Joy in Homemaking   

We are honored to interview Renee Kohley of Raising Generation Nourished and talk all about how and what to feed your tweens! This episode is for EVERYONE, not just parents of kids ages 9-14. One point Renee makes is that the foundation for nourishing our kids starts at a young age. So parents of babies and toddlers, please don’t skip this episode!   In this episode we discuss:  -food education and how to have these conversations with our kids -what and how to feed tweens -managing birthday parties -packing lunches for older kids -the difference between “at home foods” and lunch foods -budgeting and how to feed your ravenous tweens without breaking the bank -parenting and managing screens -social media and tweens    Resources mentioned:  Weston A. Price Foundation Nourished Kitchen Super Nutrition for Babies Nourishing Traditions Children’s Cookbook FREE Snack Chart Canyon Bakehouse Gluten-Free Bread   Recipes Mentioned: Sheet Pan French Fries Roast Chicken   Connect with Renee Kohley @raisinggenerationnourished Raising Generation Nourished Books: Nourished Beginnings The Little Lunchbox Cookbook  

Happy New Year! In this episode, Corey and I wanted to start the new year off by discussing Family Food Values and how to implement them in your home. Before the episode starts, we chat about what we did over the holidays and catch up. If you want to skip that part of the episode, jump to minute 12:14.    In regards to Family Food Values, we cover: -breaking up family food values into different categories: reading ingredient labels, choosing produce (organic vs. conventional), choosing meat (pastured vs. conventional), etc.  -how to have a conversation about family food values with your husband, children, and extended family members -how to stay vigilant with family food values and eating out at restaurants -the difference between value and price and decide what matters to *YOUR* family -creating family traditions, experiences, and memories around food   Resources mentioned:  Modern Stone Age Kitchen Homegrown Education Curriculum The Biggest Little Farm Documentary Nourishing Traditions Children’s Cookbook

In this episode, Corey and I answer all your burning questions! We tried to get to as many questions as possible but were unable to answer ALL of them. We will save the questions not answered for a future episode. See below for the questions we were able to answer.    Kitchen/Cooking Related Questions How much time do you spend in the kitchen making 3 healthy meals for your family? Tips for those living in apartments where you don’t have space for deep freezers, gardening, etc…  Parenting/Homeschooling Questions What is the kind way to deal with all the kids art projects?  How do you organize your day with homeschooling and getting tasks done AND making dinner?  Did you bed share? If so how did you transition to own bed or crib? Since your children eat a nourishing diet, do you notice them different than other children?  Nutrition/Health What do you mean by you feel like crap/awful the next day after eating super unhealthy?   Resources mentioned:  Check your ovens, they might have a “delay” feature! Don’t forget to use the “delay” feature on your Instant Pots as well.    Modern Stone Age Kitchen  

Today we are talking way more than just a turkey sandwich!   Resources Mentioned: Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Julia Child Why Did Jello Salad Go Out of Style, Proof podcast Fannie’s Last Supper Will Harris on Joe Rogan Always Hungry with Bobby Flay and Sofie Flay   Recipes Information: Turkey Bone Broth (Nourish the Littles) Gluten-free chicken pot pie (Danielle Walker) Sourdough pie crust (Butter for All) Sourdough chicken pot pie (Farmhouse on Boone)  

In this episode, Corey and I share about our time at the 2022 Weston A. Price conference in Knoxville, TN. We discuss our thoughts on some of the presentations that we went to, share our favorite meals, and  For information on the Weston A. Price conferences, please visit the WAPF website and follow the foundation on IG to learn about the location for the 2023 Wise Traditions conference.    Weston A. Price Foundation  Purchase Conference 2022 Talks

Get all the Thanksgiving tips and tricks. Hear from Christine and Corey about what we do with our families and how we handle the planning, cooking, and family dynamics.   Don’t forget to save your turkey bones and make bone broth, turkey broth is delicious!   Correction: Corey said that her husband is hoping to get a wild turkey for Thanksgiving. This is not an option because the of the turkey hunting season isn’t until after the holiday.    Resources Mentioned: Thanksgiving Gantt Chart (the organizing spreadsheet Corey mentioned)   Recipes Information: Thanksgiving Stuffing with Giblets: Liver, Heart, and Gizzard Turkey Broth Thanksgiving Sides Dry Brined Turkey Sourdough Pie Crust Sourdough Pumpkin Roll Pumpkin Bone Marrow Custard