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On today’s podcast, I share 50+ resources that will inspire, motivate and educate anyone interested in or living the homesteading lifestyle. Podcasts, YouTube channels, blogs, Facebook groups, and documentaries are great for all things homesteading and this is a list of some of the best.

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I know how hard it can be to find good, solid information on all things homesteading. Whether you’re into gardening, raising animals, preserving food, or living more sustainably, it’s always helpful to have resources that inspire and educate.

That’s why I’m sharing my top 50+ homesteading resources with you today—these are the podcasts, YouTube channels, blogs, and documentaries that keep me motivated and constantly learning. Ready to dive in? Let’s go!

Podcasts to Keep You Learning

Podcasts are one of my favorite ways to pass the time while I’m doing chores around the homestead or driving. Here are my top 14 homesteading podcasts that offer great tips, stories, and inspiration:

1. The Urban Farm and Garden Show – Craig and Larry, based in Colorado Springs, offer tons of practical advice on growing food and living sustainably.
2. Permaculture Voices – Hosted by Diego Footer, this podcast covers permaculture, urban farming, and sustainable living. I particularly love the episodes with Curtis Stone and Darby Simpson.
3. Chicken Thistle Farm CoopCast – Andy and Kelli, a married couple from New York, share their experiences raising pigs, running a CSA, and managing their farm.
4. The Survival Podcast – Hosted by Jack Spirko, this five-day-a-week podcast covers everything from prepping to permaculture. With over 1,800 episodes, there’s something for everyone!
5. The Self-Sufficient Homestead – Johnny Max and “the Queen” discuss their homesteading adventures. It’s a bit of an old podcast, but the back episodes are full of useful information.
6. So Edible Permaculture Podcast – Stacy and Amy share their experiences building an off-grid homestead, with a focus on permaculture, gardening, and solar power.
7. The Beginning Farmer – Hosted by Ethan Book, this podcast offers honest insights into the ups and downs of starting and running a farm.
8. Pioneering Today Podcast – Melissa K. Norris focuses on pioneering skills, canning, cooking, gardening, and self-sufficiency. She also shares about her faith in her episodes.
9. The Prepared Homestead Podcast – Formerly known as “The Courageous Life,” this podcast by Sean and Monica covers permaculture, farming, and self-reliance.
10. The Urban Farm Podcast – Hosted by Greg Peterson, this podcast has guest interviews that focus on urban farming, permaculture, and growing healthy food.
11. Sustainable World Radio – Jill Cloutier interviews experts on sustainability, permaculture, and eco-friendly living, offering great tips for making your homestead more sustainable.
12. Homegrown Liberty Podcast – Hosted by Nick Ferguson, this podcast covers plant propagation, gardening, and raising animals. Nick has a wealth of knowledge to share.
13. Sustainable Living Podcast – Hosts Marianne West and Janice Friatt discuss sustainable living, homesteading, and gardening, with lots of great guests.
14. Small Scale Life – Hosted by Tom, this podcast shares interviews with guests who are living sustainably, growing food, and simplifying their lives.

YouTube Channels to Watch and Learn From

Sometimes, seeing is believing! These YouTube channels give you a hands-on look at everything from gardening to raising animals. Here are 12 of my favorites:

15. One Yard Revolution – This channel focuses on growing a lot of food on a small suburban lot. It’s packed with practical tips for small-space gardening.
16. Albo Pepper – Another great channel for urban gardeners, Albo Pepper shares how to grow food in small spaces and offers advice on sustainable gardening practices.
17. An American Homestead – This off-grid family in the Ozarks shares everything from raising livestock to canning and aquaponics.
18. The Rusted Gardener – Gary, the host, shares tons of gardening tips, from starting seeds to dealing with pests. While he sometimes uses non-organic methods, the advice is solid.
19. MI Gardener – Based in Michigan, this channel covers gardening, self-sufficiency, and cooking. It’s great for anyone wanting to grow their own food.
20. DaddyKirbs Farm – Blake Kirby shares videos on permaculture, self-sufficiency, and homesteading. His recent episodes on beekeeping are particularly fun.
21. David the Good – David combines humor with solid gardening knowledge. His videos are both educational and entertaining, with a focus on permaculture and composting.
22. The Urban Farming Guys – This Kansas City-based family is working to revitalize their community through urban farming, maker spaces, and permaculture. Their channel is inspiring and informative.
23. Hollis and Nancy’s Homestead – A great channel that focuses on gardening, raising chickens, and canning, with lots of practical tips for everyday homesteading.
24. Edible Acres – This permaculture nursery shares videos on everything from composting to propagating plants. It’s a great channel for those interested in sustainable growing.
25. Justin Rhodes – Justin’s channel is all about raising chickens, rotational grazing, and creating a homestead from scratch. His family-focused content is both educational and entertaining.
26. Living Traditions Homestead – This family shares their journey of living off the land, raising animals, and preserving food. Their videos are great for beginners and experienced homesteaders alike.

Blogs That Keep Me Going

When I need a deeper dive into a topic, these blogs are where I turn. Whether you’re looking for DIY projects, gardening advice, or animal care tips, these 16 blogs are packed with useful info:

27. Common Sense Homesteading – Laurie’s blog is full of practical advice on gardening, preserving food, and living sustainably.
28. Attainable Sustainable – Kris shares tips on gardening, homesteading, and living a more self-sufficient life. Her posts are always full of useful tips.
29. 104 Homestead – Jess homesteads on just a quarter-acre in Maine, and her blog is full of practical advice for those with limited space.
30. Tenth Acre Farm – Amy is a suburban homesteader who focuses on permaculture and small-space gardening. Her blog is one of my absolute favorites!
31. Suburban Steader – This blog focuses on homesteading in the suburbs, with lots of practical advice for those working with smaller plots of land.
32. Grow a Good Life – Rachel shares gardening tips, homesteading advice, and ways to live a simpler, more self-sufficient life.
33. Grow, Forage, Cook, Ferment – Just like the name suggests, this blog covers all things related to growing, foraging, cooking, and fermenting your own food.
34. Timber Creek Farm – This blog offers advice on raising animals, beekeeping, DIY projects, and homesteading recipes.
35. Stone Axe Herbals – With a focus on herbalism and primitive skills, this blog offers a unique take on self-sufficiency.
36. Homestead Honey – Terry shares her experiences living off-grid in Missouri, offering advice on everything from gardening to off-grid living.
37. One Ash Homestead – This family-run blog offers great insights into farming, animal care, and living a homesteading lifestyle.
38. One Acre Farm – Janet shares tips on backyard farming, foraging, and sustainability, all from the perspective of a small-scale farmer.
39. Farming My Backyard – Based in Portland, Oregon, Katherine shares tips on urban homesteading, with a focus on small-space gardening and raising animals like rabbits.
40. Better Hens and Gardens – Lisa’s blog focuses on chickens, goats, bees, and gardening. She has tons of helpful information for those raising animals.
41. North Country Farmer – Scott Terry is a full-time organic farmer in Northern New York, and his blog offers insights into farming, animal husbandry, and self-sufficiency.
42. The Prairie Homestead – Jill Winger’s blog is beautifully designed and offers great advice on gardening, cooking, and homesteading skills.
43. Half Pint Homestead – Sher shares her knowledge on urban livestock and homesteading, offering tons of useful advice for those raising animals in the city.
44. You Should Grow – Laura shares gardening and homesteading tips from her small farm in Georgia, with lots of practical advice for beginners.
45. Floyd Family Homestead – This blog offers a wealth of information on homesteading in Oklahoma, with beautifully written posts and great tips on gardening and sustainability.
46. Northwest Edible Life – Erica’s blog covers gardening, cooking, preserving food, and more. She’s a great writer, and her content is always useful and inspiring.

Facebook Groups for Building Community

Sometimes, you just need to connect with other homesteaders. These three Facebook groups are great places to ask questions, share advice, and find inspiration:

47. Homestead Front Porch – A large and active group where homesteaders from all over share tips, ask questions, and offer support. I guess I’m partial to this one because it’s my group.
48. Homesteads and Sustainability – This group focuses on sustainable homesteading practices, with lots of helpful advice and friendly members.
49. Blogging About Homesteading, Gardening, and Homemaking – A smaller, more intimate group where bloggers and homesteaders share their experiences and advice.

Documentaries to Get You Fired Up

When you need a little inspiration, these documentaries are great for learning more about food systems, farming, and sustainability:

50. The Organic Life – This documentary follows a year in the life of an organic farmer and his filmmaker wife. It’s an inspiring look at the realities of farming.
51. American Meat – This documentary highlights the problems in the meat industry and offers solutions for a better, more sustainable food system.
52. Food, Inc. – A well-known documentary that takes a hard look at the corporate-controlled food industry in America. It’s eye-opening, though it focuses more on the problems than the solutions.
53. Fresh – A more hopeful documentary that focuses on the solutions to the problems in our food system. Definitely worth a watch!
54. Farmageddon – This documentary tells the stories of farmers who were shut down by government regulations while trying to provide healthy, sustainable food.

Final Thoughts

I hope you find as much value in these resources as I do! Homesteading is all about learning, growing, and sharing, so I encourage you to explore these podcasts, YouTube channels, blogs, and documentaries. Let’s keep learning together and continue making our homesteads the best they can be.

Happy homesteading, friends!

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