Ancient Paths
by Wendy Aliff and Shani Simpson
Latest episode
Walking Wisely – Time Management for a New Season
Walking Wisely – Time Management for a New Season
About this podcast
We are two mamas, a quarter of a century apart, learning from each other and preserving tradition in a modern generation.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 29 episodes
- Walking Wisely – Time Management for a New Season · 35 min · Season 2 Episode 6As life shifts into a new season, your time and energy need to shift with it. In this episode, we talk about practical ways to reassess your schedule, create space for what…
- S2E5 | Do It Scared · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 5In this episode of The Ancient Paths Podcast, we’re taking a pause to catch up on life — the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It’s a personal check-in and a gentle…
- S2E4 | Real Food Talk: The Great Debate on Beef · 36 min · Season 2 Episode 4In this episode, we’re taking you on a journey from pasture to plate to explore the full story behind beef. 🐄🌾 We’ll dive into the lifecycle of grass-fed beef, from sustainable…
- S2E3 | Real Food Talk: From Pasture to Plate: The Beef Story · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 3In this episode, we’re taking you on a journey from pasture to plate to explore the full story behind beef. 🐄🌾 We’ll dive into the lifecycle of grass-fed beef, from sustainable…
- S2E2 Reboot | Real Food Talk: Exploring the Benefits of Freshly Milled Flour · 31 min · Season 2 Episode 2In this episode, we’re diving deep into the world of freshly milled flour! 🍞🌾 We’ll explore the history and rich heritage of ancient grains, the incredible nutrient density of…
- S2E1 Reboot| Welcome Back… Again! · 19 min · Season 2 Episode 1We're back! After a little break, we're excited to return and dive into all the things that make our lives meaningful—homesteading, farming, bread baking, raising animals…
- S2E2 | How Prepared ARE You? · 55 min · Season 2 Episode 2We took a bit of different direction this week. With all of the craziness going on in the world, Wendy and I decided to talk about something we are both very passionate about. We…
- S2E1 | Welcome Back! · 24 min · Season 2 Episode 1Join us this week as we catch up after a long summer and chit chat about what's going on in our lives now that we are back to our "normal" routines. We are excited for this new…
- S1E21| The Long Awaited (and unplanned) Season Finale · 44 min · Season 1 Episode 21Hello Ancient Paths listeners! It has been a summer! Between wrapping up school (for Shani) and battling storms the heat in the garden (Wendy) we have lost track of getting the…
- S1E20| Sourcing and Eating Locally · 32 min · Season 1 Episode 20This week we are chatting about why you should source your foods locally as much as possible and our tips on where to start. Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember…
- S1E17 Food Talks 101 · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 18Join us this week as we intro our talks on all things food! Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern generation. In this episode of our…
- S1E18 | SATC April : Eat Seasonally · 33 min · Season 1 Episode 18Today we are talking about how to eat seasonally and why we think it's the best way to eat. Join us as we walk the Ancient Paths and remember the old ways for a modern…
- S1E16 | More Spring Cleaning Chats · 52 min · Season 1 Episode 16Freshen up your home and mindset as we chat more Spring Cleaning inspiration. This unscripted chat was so much fun! and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed…
- S1E15 | SATC March: Spring into Action - Starting the Conversation on Household Toxics · 1 h 9 min · Season 1 Episode 15Join us this week as we soak up the beautiful Spring weather, get distracted by bees and weeds, and rabbit trail our way through this topi all while out in the secret garden at…
- S1E14 | Start small. Grow something, ANYTHING! (Part 2) · 1 h 4 min · Season 1 Episode 14This week Wendy and Shani continue their garden chat. Once again, we sat outside and enjoyed dreaming up our gardens. We hope this episode also inspires you to grow something!…
- S1E13 | Start small. Grow something, ANYTHING! (Part 1) · 45 min · Season 1 Episode 13This week is part one of our garden chat. We enjoyed sitting outside while recording these episodes and are excited to share our garden dreams for the year! We hope this episode…
- S1E12 | Keep On Keeping On in the Garden · 1 h 10 min · Season 1 Episode 12We apologize for getting this one up a week late, but we both had crazy weeks and the podcast just didn't happen. We promise this episode will be worth the wait! Join us as we…
- S1E11 | Creating and Using a Meal Plan · 38 min · Season 1 Episode 11Our newest podcast episode is live, and this time we're delving into the world of stress-free meal planning! Join us as we explore the art of creating and using a meal plan to…
- S1E10 | The Ingredient Pantry · 1 h 1 min · Season 1 Episode 10During this episode we explore the art of curating a pantry that transforms everyday meals into culinary masterpieces. From essential staples to unique spices, we've got tips…
- S1E9 | Involving Kids on the Homestead · 56 min · Season 1 Episode 9Engaging kids in the homesteading mindset is not just about chores; it's a journey of exploration, learning, and building a deep connection to the earth. Join us as we explore…







