"Sheep milk, screen time, and societal collapse—this episode doesn’t hold back."In this unapologetically honest conversation, Jordan sits down with Samantha of Acres and Aprons, a fast-rising voice in the modern homesteading movement. A mother, farmer, and social media powerhouse, Samantha is building a raw-milk-fueled revolution—without waiting to be taken seriously.You’ll get a front-row seat to her unfiltered insights on building a homestead from scratch, drinking raw sheep milk (yes, really), and what happens when you raise kids without goldfish crackers or iPads. But this episode goes deeper than chickens and sourdough—it’s a bold critique of modern motherhood, medical norms, and the systems that strip women of their intuition. If you're craving a conversation that challenges the mainstream while arming you with grounded, practical wisdom, this is it. Whether you're homestead-curious or just tired of the status quo, Samantha's take-no-prisoners mindset will leave you thinking—and rethinking—everything.You’ll Learn:How raw sheep milk compares nutritionally and logistically to cow and goat milkWhy goats might not be the best choice for first-time homesteadersHow to start a self-sufficient homestead without land or experienceWhat growing up unvaccinated reveals about medical independence and family dynamicsWhy feeding your kids “perfectly” can backfire—and what to do insteadHow screen time rewires childhood and why most parents are overlooking itWhat the crunchy-to-extreme pipeline teaches about balance and burnoutWhy intuition is the most underused health tool in modern motherhoodHow faith, not fear, can reframe controversial parenting decisionsWhat to consider before monetizing your homestead sustainablyTimestamps: [00:00] Introduction [01:28] Starting their homestead journey online [02:30] How faith guided their leap into public sharing [04:02] What daily life and chores look like on the farm [07:05] Why Samantha chose sheep over goats or cows [08:20] Nutritional benefits and temperament of sheep [09:10] From two sheep to twenty in one year [11:55] How sheep milk compares in taste and supply [15:40] How motherhood accelerated her holistic lifestyle [18:25] Avoiding extremism and embracing 80/20 balance [21:18] Teaching kids to eat protein before sugar [23:10] Avoiding binge behavior and encouraging balance [25:00] How society failed our generation of parents [29:05] Redefining lazy parenting and societal norms [31:05] How modern culture glamorizes the easy way out [33:10] Lack of informed consent in maternal decisions [37:55] Society’s systemic failure of new moms [39:20] Why faith is essential to understanding the bigger picture [41:05] Learning adult responsibility when raised by adults acting like children [42:00] Rebuilding maternal intuition in a disconnected culture [44:50] Pediatricians and profit-driven care models [46:30] Unvaccinated background and first blood test [48:10] How her husband’s conventional upbringing shifted over time [50:00] Dating advice for women with strong values [52:45] Top three recommendations for starting a homesteadResources Mentioned:1000 Hours Outside App | Apple or GoogleThe Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt | Book or AudiobookInside the mind of a master procrastinator with Tim Urban | Ted TalkLearn more about Samantha and her homestead adventures by checking out her website. You can also follow her on Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.Follow us on Instagram:Kate @thatcrunchymomkateJordan @themodernisticholistic Affiliates:Shop my favorite clean products & get 10% off here with code CRUNCHYMOMThe air purifier I trust at home - get $100 off hereOur go-to for pure, clean water - get $100 off here

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