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The Homesteading UK Podcast
By Alan Roderick
Urban life, country lifestyle.
We're two normal guys living an ever increasingly self sufficient life in a normal family home. Join us as we develop our skills and grow our homestead in a way that you can too. Come and join us to hear about our tiny farms, new projects, successes and failures.
We're two normal guys living an ever increasingly self sufficient life in a normal family home. Join us as we develop our skills and grow our homestead in a way that you can too. Come and join us to hear about our tiny farms, new projects, successes and failures.
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The Homesteading UK PodcastJan 21, 2022
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![Episode 64: Hornworm Frittata](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 64: Hornworm Frittata
Mike and Al catch up in the micro camper of dreams and chat spring sowing, tomatoes and tools.
Mar 22, 202401:54:01
![Episode 63: Calendar Boys](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 63: Calendar Boys
Mike and Al are in the hot tunnel discussing the early shoots of the growing season. We then return to share ideas for daily homesteading activities which could be achieved in 15 minutes or less.
Feb 13, 202401:10:44
![Season 2 Episode 31: Not resolutions!!](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 31: Not resolutions!!
Mike and Al convene to discuss the successes and failures of 2023 and set themselves some targets for 2024.
Jan 25, 202401:54:16
![Season 2 Episode 30: Send an Ark!!](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 30: Send an Ark!!
After an unplanned hiatus, Al and Mike return from hibernation for a brief catch up in the wind and rain.
Jan 06, 202401:07:01
![Season 2 Episode 29: Laura Croft](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 29: Laura Croft
Mike and Al meet up after a storm Ciaràn induced extended break. We talk all things honesteading from the intervening weeks and the importance of an EDCC.
Nov 15, 202301:12:42
![Season 2 Episode 28: Never podcast on an empty stomach](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 28: Never podcast on an empty stomach
Mike and Al get together to discuss recent happenings at the farm and the allotment. They hit multiple tangents before ending up on five staples they have to buy in. They finish up with yet more tangents.
Oct 05, 202301:46:27
![Season 2 Episode 27: Kite Surfers](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 27: Kite Surfers
Mike and Al discuss the extended break and catch up on all things garden, bees and preserving.
Aug 30, 202301:12:02
![Season 2 Episode 26: Yellow Brick Road](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 26: Yellow Brick Road
Mike and Al talk garden, bees, self-sufficiency in fruit and in alcohol.
Jul 19, 202301:27:16
![Season 2 Episode 25: Greased Weasel](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 25: Greased Weasel
Mike and Al invite you to join them on the beach as they discuss recent events, self-sufficiency in Mackerel and preparing for winter and spring harvests.
Jun 30, 202301:14:43
![Season 2 Episode 24: Peckham Springs](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 24: Peckham Springs
Mike and Al return with the first garden update in a while, bees, prepping and a touch of Only Fools.
Jun 09, 202301:16:50
![Season 2 Episode 23: Poking the bear-hive](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 23: Poking the bear-hive
Mike and Al get together to chat bees and answer some questions from the Facebook group. Thanks for listening.
May 23, 202301:24:46
![Season 2 Episode 22: Wheelie Bin Water Butts](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 22: Wheelie Bin Water Butts
Mike and Al return to discuss how being self sufficient in certain crops might not mean having them all tear round. They discuss compost and swarm trapping before revealing the winner of the third anniversary giveaway.
May 05, 202301:06:12
![Season 2 Episode 21: Male Hens](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 21: Male Hens
Mike and Al are back to discuss spring finally starting to spring, Easter bunnies, chocolate eggs and male hens. Thanks for listening.
Apr 18, 202301:07:05
![Season 2 Episode 20: Potatoes can't swim](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 20: Potatoes can't swim
Mike and Al discuss recent sowings before moving on to the first of a new series of self-sufficiency tips. We discuss the fox, chicken, grain conundrum, why potatoes can't swim and geek out over bale arm crates. Thanks for listening.
Mar 30, 202301:18:46
![Season 2 Episode 19: Buffalo Soldiers](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 19: Buffalo Soldiers
Mike and Al discuss blow-away greenhouses, seed sowing and the rising demand for seeds as we return at the beginning of a new spring sowing season.
Mar 07, 202301:14:13
![Season 2 Episode 18: Chartered Accountants](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 18: Chartered Accountants
Mike and Al get together after an unusually long break to discuss getting their ducks in a row ahead of the sowing season starting in earnest.
Feb 17, 202301:22:05
![Season 2 Episode 17: This too shall pass](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 17: This too shall pass
Mike and Al return in the new year with a review of the goals set in 2022 and new ambitions for the new year. We discuss water storage, composting, efficiency and moonshine as we lay out the successes and failures of the past year and look forward to the new.
Jan 12, 202301:48:42
![Season 2 Episode 16: Kindling Dealers](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 16: Kindling Dealers
Mike and Alan are back talking fire, wood and venison as we catch up on recent events around our homesteads. We go on tk discuss Christmas on a budget as we a look to tighten our belts this festive season.
Dec 02, 202201:13:01
![Season 2 Episode 15: Trigger's Broom](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 15: Trigger's Broom
Al and Mike get together again to discuss the continuing warm (for the time of year) weather. We discuss Labneh and bacon before responding to some comments from the Facebook group. Many thanks to everyone who contributed.
Nov 10, 202201:24:34
![Season 2 Episode 14: Tequila worm](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 14: Tequila worm
Mike and Al catch up over the annular ritual of the honey harvest. We talk about the unseasonably warm October we've been experiencing and how it is impacting our practices before espousing the virtues of bacon. Apologies for some dodgy editing and thanks for listening.
Oct 25, 202201:14:03
![Season 2 Episode 13: A gallon of vinegar](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 13: A gallon of vinegar
Mike and Al get together to discuss early October on the respective homesteads. We talk late harvests, early sowings and booze. Thanks for listening.
Oct 11, 202201:22:33
![Season 2 Episode 12 Bag End](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 12 Bag End
We're back talking foraging, harvest, preserving, energy and especially wood stoves. Hear what Mike has been up to on the farm and how the honey harvest has gone this year after the disastrous start.
Sep 29, 202201:24:36
![Season 2 Episode 11: Tuscan Style](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 11: Tuscan Style
Mike and Alan have a general catch up on the season so far. Things have been going well, especially at the farm, so we talk harvest and sowing as well as timber and preparing for the winter ahead.
Sep 07, 202201:25:41
![Season 2 Episode 10: Tinkle Test](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 10: Tinkle Test
Mike and Alan return with what should have been part 2 of episode 9, glutbusters. We're at the farm working on a glut of courgettes as we discuss how to deal with gluts of courgettes, borlotti beans and tomatoes. There's quite a bit of background noise as a result. Recipes to follow on the Facebook group.
Aug 25, 202255:21
![Season 2 Episode 9: Looking fungal](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 9: Looking fungal
Alan and Mike return for a brief catch up on the events of the last few weeks. We talk weather, tomatoes and life laundry. A few apologies to be made for the slow turn around, my cough in the early part of the recording, my appalling editing and no second segment this week. There's lots of worthwhile content here though, so many thanks for listening.
Aug 17, 202259:57
![Season 2 episode 8: Resurrection Pudding](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 episode 8: Resurrection Pudding
Mike and Al discuss cooking good food to save money and get into the weeds of money saving recipes including some serious post-war dessert recipes. We also have the usual catch up on sowing, weeding, watering and harvesting as well as an update from the apiary. Thanks for listening.
Jul 14, 202201:49:39
![Season 2 episode 7: Spong and chips](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 episode 7: Spong and chips
Mike and Alan return to discuss a hectic start to summer. We talk about sowing, planting and bees amongst other things as we tour Alan's allotment. Discussion then turns to tips for saving money on your shopping bill. Thanks for listening.
Jun 21, 202201:48:21
![Season 2 Episode 6: Team Taters vs Team Tasty](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 6: Team Taters vs Team Tasty
Mike and Alan return with another episode of the podcast. We discuss out efforts through the month of May so far before moving on to a dive in to how growing vegetables can save you money. Given the current backdrop of price increases we suggest ways in which you can grow to save on your grocery bills.
May 24, 202201:43:58
![Episode 5: A fivers worth of crisps](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 5: A fivers worth of crisps
In a world where we're all feeling the pinch, Mike and Alan discuss starting up homesteading on a budget. We quickly realise we may have been a bit too generous with it, but come and join in the game on the Facebook group. You're starting with a few basic tools and a basic kitchen set up. How far can you make £50 go in setting up a new homestead?
May 12, 202201:29:14
![Episode 4: 30.5x21 Blackbirds](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 4: 30.5x21 Blackbirds
It's a quick turnaround this time as we get together to make nucleus boxes for swarm trapping. Amid the the drills and bandsaw, we discuss spring gardening, building swarm traps and quail. Please send feedback via our Facebook group.
Apr 21, 202201:18:00
![Episode 3: Teddy Bear's picnic](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 3: Teddy Bear's picnic
Mike and Alan invite you to join them from the woods as they eat sausages and discuss recent events in the garden and on the farm. Our attention later turns to beekeeping and swarm trapping with a brief how to guide.
Apr 08, 202201:03:33
![Season 2 Episode 2 Sirocco](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 2 Sirocco
Mike and Alan catch up about recent events and reflect on the impact of recent world events. Needless to say our thoughts are with all impacted.
Mar 09, 202201:03:08
![Season 2 Episode 1: Well-spring](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Season 2 Episode 1: Well-spring
Mike and Alan return with season 2 and finally share stories from Mike's new venture as a self sufficient farmer. We discuss the past month of self sufficiency and share some tips for late February preparation. Thanks for listening.
Feb 17, 202201:02:33
![Episode 31 French sideloader](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 31 French sideloader
In the last ever episode of the Urban Homesteading UK podcast, Mike and Alan discuss the successes and failures of 2021 and explore the objectives they set for the year before exploring new objectives for 2022. We'll be back in February with or new Homesteading UK podcast.
Jan 21, 202201:40:02
![Episode 30 Two old farts and a hoe](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 30 Two old farts and a hoe
Mike and Alan talk heritage, hermits and December homesteading on the penultimate Urban Homesteading UK podcast. We'll be starting 2022 with a new name which we also discuss.
Dec 16, 202101:15:46
![Episode 29 Assless Chaps](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 29 Assless Chaps
Mike and Alan get together again to discuss a lull in homesteading, the environment and wood cutting before going on to make Mike's big reveal for his future. It's a momentous discussion with consequences for the future of the podcast...dont worry, we're not going anywhere...listen in to find out what we'll be doing.
Nov 25, 202101:24:06
![Episode 28 Pipe and slippers](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 28 Pipe and slippers
Mike and Al deliver another episode of homesteading goodness, this time with a distinctly autumnal feel. Topics include food, fire, pest control, food, cooking, eating, food and ten skills every homesteader needs. Thanks for listening.
Nov 10, 202101:13:25
![Episode 27 Glass eyes and fishing dogs](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 27 Glass eyes and fishing dogs
Mike and Alan are back to talk things you should be doing in your garden and the basics of making compost. Mike puts out a little teaser. Please join the Facebook group to join in the chat.
Oct 22, 202101:25:14
![Episode 26 HRH HGV](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 26 HRH HGV
Mike and Alan discuss storage, October gardening and preparing for the winter ahead.
Oct 06, 202101:26:09
![Episode 25 Tinky-Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa...](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 25 Tinky-Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa...
We're back with our latest update on all things homesteady. Mike shares his thoughts on storing potatoes and Alan shares the latest projects.
Sep 16, 202101:03:26
![Episode 24 Baywatch](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 24 Baywatch
After a summer break, Mike and Alan return to get you up to speed with a summer of successes and failures, new skills and Baywatch! What more could you want from your homesteading podcasts!
Sep 01, 202101:22:42
![Episode 23a: Mackie bashers!!!](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 23a: Mackie bashers!!!
We love recording live on location, so here's a little bonus snippet from the beach tonight.
Jul 21, 202109:21
![Episode 23: Bee sexy](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 23: Bee sexy
Mike and Alan catch up on recent events during a trip to Mike's allotment. We then talk bees and how you can get started as a beekeeper.
Jul 21, 202101:15:35
![Episode 22 The King is dead](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 22 The King is dead
Succession is the topic of the day as Mike and Alan get together to discuss recent events on their homesteads. We discuss recent sowings, protein and Queen rearing. Thanks for listening.
Jun 29, 202101:14:24
![Episode 21 Prioritise (or more tomatoes than Heinz)](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 21 Prioritise (or more tomatoes than Heinz)
Priorities for June were the main focus of our chat today as we discussed managing the garden now that spring has finally sprung. We digressed in to planning for family holidays and how to manage livestock and plant stock through those periods, before discussing a poor start to the beekeeping season. Finally we talked about how you can start keeping poultry. Many thanks for listening.
Jun 08, 202101:16:17
![Episode 20 Teetotal](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 20 Teetotal
We talk gardens and netting against pests before considering non-alcoholic drinks.
May 27, 202101:08:34
![Episode 19 Allotments, bees and cheese](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 19 Allotments, bees and cheese
We're back with more talk about the season so far and with the weather starting to warm up, there's loads to cover including allotments, bees and cheese. We also talk tender plants, EDCs and common pests. Thanks for listening.
May 12, 202101:18:31
![Episode 18 Fried](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 18 Fried
In this episode we discuss our recent efforts in the garden and especially out failures. We go on to provide some tips on what to sow now and where to sow it. Finally we respond to a request for some ideas on how to encourage wildlife in to the garden.
May 01, 202101:17:45
![Episode 17 Bunnies and Bodgers](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 17 Bunnies and Bodgers
Finally we're back with our latest episode! We take a whistle-stop tour through our recent escapades as we try to catch you up on everything we've been doing over recent weeks including sowing, planting, quail, bunnies and bodgers. If you enjoy our show, please join the Facebook group and tell your friends about us.
Apr 21, 202150:27
![Episode 16 Seize the day](https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded400/5105628/5105628-1589146773155-9d9be69c917d3.jpg)
Episode 16 Seize the day
Mike and Alan discuss the last fortnight on their respective homesteads and share their successes and failures before considering ways in which you can make the time to develop your own homesteads further.
Mar 17, 202101:27:09