Episode 227: Everybody Needs a Carol

Episode 227: Everybody Needs a Carol

by | Aug 4, 2026 | Podcast

The world feels a little cuckoo right now. School is starting, fear is everywhere, and even ordinary life can feel like too much. In this heart-to-heart episode, Wendi talks about the things we can still control. We can plan a meal, prepare ourselves for the day, make...
Episode 226: BeanTok: Why Everyone Is Suddenly Eating Beans

Episode 226: BeanTok: Why Everyone Is Suddenly Eating Beans

by | Jul 28, 2026 | Podcast

Why is everyone suddenly talking about beans? TikTok has a new obsession called #BeanTok, and for once, Wendi is cheering on a social media trend. In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared Podcast, Wendi explores why beans are making a comeback and why they’ve quietly...
Episode 225: What Type of Homestead Manager Are You?

Episode 225: What Type of Homestead Manager Are You?

by | Jul 21, 2026 | Podcast

A woman in a homesteading Facebook group asked what sounded like a simple question: how do you keep track of everything? Wendi expected a flood of planner and app recommendations. Instead she got “I keep it all in my head — it’s very scary in there,” “plans are more...
Episode 224: Choosing the Right Food For Every Emergency

Episode 224: Choosing the Right Food For Every Emergency

by | Jul 14, 2026 | Podcast

When it comes to emergency food, most people think they have to choose one solution. Should you build a pantry? Buy freeze-dried food? Store no-cook meals? The truth is, each type of emergency food solves a different problem. In this episode of the Joyfully Prepared...
Episode 223: How to Make Better Homestead Decisions

Episode 223: How to Make Better Homestead Decisions

by | Jul 7, 2026 | Podcast

Are raised garden beds a waste of money? A lively Facebook debate inspired this week’s episode, but the conversation quickly became about much more than gardening. Wendi explores why the best homestead investments aren’t determined by trends or someone else’s opinion....