Ep. 10: Joel Salatin: Homesteading is a Mindset

Oct 17, 2025
1h 24m

Episode Description


In this episode of The Coop, you’ll learn:

  • Why homesteading is mental first, physical second
  • How to start where you are (sprouts > sourdough > chickens)
  • Dirt, movement, sunshine: the real health stack
  • Self-worth through meaningful tasks (and raising needed kids)
  • How growing half your food changes budget and health
  • Building community without the algorithm (gifts, trades, help)
  • Duplication > domination: how small acts at scale tip systems
  • Market leverage: how 10% shifts the food economy
  • What to invest in now: skills, tools, land, trees, relationships
  • Realistic hope: pessimistic on institutions, optimistic about you

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