The Homestead Education
Homesteading. Homeschooling. Hard truths — made simple.
I’m Kody Hanner — animal scientist, educator, and homesteader raising my family on forty acres in North Idaho. After years of teaching families across the country how to grow their own food and grow as people, I’m here to bring real-world education back home.
Each week, we’ll talk about how to build a functional homestead, teach practical life skills, and raise kids who can think, work, and thrive — without relying on broken systems. From livestock and gardens to homeschooling and personal growth, you’ll get expert guidance, honest stories, and no-fluff advice you can actually use.
Whether you’re brand-new to self-sufficiency or deep into the lifestyle, this podcast will help you build confidence, purpose, and common sense — one project, one habit, and one conversation at a time.
Follow now to learn how to homestead smarter, educate better, and live free.
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Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
A great wrap-up to season 1 and an introduction to season 2 of the Homestead Education.
Get 10 tips and tricks for homemade cost-cutting that reduce your budget dramatically without using coupons or buying cheap boxed food.
Homestead Freebies: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/homemade-freebies/
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Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
After spending some time doing some additional research on a topic that I have been experiencing since childhood, I realized that education is the key to conservation.
Learn about predators on the homestead, depredation options, and the importance of being well informed while also potentially saving yourself from legal implications.
Read “Encyclopedia of Animal Predators” by Janet Vorwald Dohner: https://amzn.to/3OOj014
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Tuesday Jun 21, 2022
Tuesday Jun 21, 2022
This week we are scrambling to get everything done on our to do list checked off now that the rain is slowing down.
With everything we have going on, when do we throw in the towel on our homestead? Learn how to prioritize your time and when to let something go.
The 80/20 Principle by Richard Koch
Read the Livestock Culling Guide
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Tuesday Jun 14, 2022
Tuesday Jun 14, 2022
Ever get overwhelmed with everything you need to accomplish? My strategy has tips, tricks, and how to involve the family.
Plus get an update on our homestead and some new offers from The Homestead Education.
Get your free detailed guide on low startup cost homestead money makers that anyone can do in their free time!
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Tuesday Jun 07, 2022
Tuesday Jun 07, 2022
The story of how I saved our new homestead when our lives threw us multiple roadblocks right after we closed on our new home. I took a little determination and a pack of seeds and turned our lives around.
I also cover some great weed control tips!
Get your free detailed guide on low startup cost homestead money makers that anyone can do in their free time!
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Free Homestead Homeschool Webinar: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/teach-homesteading/
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Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Get guidance on starting to homeschool after the scary events of this last week.
Do electronics play a role on your homestead? Sharing my thoughts as a modern day homesteader on appliances, cell phones, social media, and video games for the homestead and homeschool.
Start Homeschooling Today Guide
Is your child addicted to electronics?
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Free Homestead Homeschool Webinar: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/teach-homesteading/
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Tuesday May 24, 2022
Tuesday May 24, 2022
Have you ever wondered how homesteaders work so well together to build such a strong community? The pillars of homestead character are the backbone of these amazing people!
Read a Small-Town Farewell
Snag yourself and a printable to keep your homestead running smoothly!
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Tuesday May 17, 2022
Tuesday May 17, 2022
I reached a HUGE goal in my life on Mother’s Day, and I tell you all about it in this episode.
Plus, I am chatting about our garden renovation this year.
What a homesteader's homeschool really looks like from deciding to homeschool to what our plans for next year are going to be. Along with a big announcement and lots of homeschool tips.
See my Instagram Reel on meeting a life goal: https://bit.ly/barngoalreel
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Choosing Curriculum: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/curriculum-review/
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Tuesday May 10, 2022
Tuesday May 10, 2022
Let’s talk about winter preparedness before you have even planted your crops. You’ll thank me when the snow flies.
If you’re listening to my podcast you probably already have an interest for homeschooling or homesteading, so let me help you find confidence in pursuit of those passions.
Read about Homestead Winter Preparedness!
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Introduction to Homestead Science: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/introduction-homestead-science/
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Monday May 02, 2022
Monday May 02, 2022
Join me for a short chat about stubborn seedlings before we dive into the creation of Homestead Science. A one-of-a-kind homesteading homeschool curriculum to teach your children about self-sufficiency.
Read about deschooling!
Introduction to Homestead Science: https://www.thehomesteadeducation.com/introduction-homestead-science/
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Kody Hanner
Homestead Educator
When I graduated from college I know that I wanted to continue to teach people about agriculture and our food systems. When I began down the homeschool and homestead path, it only made sense to focus on teaching our next generation about the joys of homesteading.
My focus will be on not only how to homestead and homestead, but the mindset and personal growth that will help you on this amazing journey we are taking!
Keep growing!