Ditch The Store

Ditch The Store

CJ Steedman

Episodes 167
Avg. Duration 45m
Activity Highly Active
Since Feb 2023
Latest Episode Jun 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
80%
Hosting
anchor.fm

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About This Podcast

🎙️ Ditch the Store Life’s too short for store-bought eggs. Tired of soaring prices and supermarket nonsense? This podcast is your cheeky, no-nonsense guide to growing food, raising animals, making homemade goods, and living frugally—whether you’re in the suburbs or on a small farm. New episodes weekly + a new Ditch the Store book every two months to help you break free, one step at a time. Let’s grow it, make it, raise it—and ditch the store.

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Recent Episodes

S4E166 Episode 166 - What You Can Still Grow in Winter

Jun 11, 2026 41m

Southern Tablelands, NSW and cool-temperate Australia — June, July, AugustLEAFY GREENSKale: Cavolo Nero / Tuscan Kale, Curly Kale, Red RussianSilverbeet / Rainbow ChardEnglish Spinach: Bloomsdale,…

S4E165 Episode 165: Frost Protection Basics

Jun 04, 2026 32m

Frost season is here — and if you’re in a cold pocket like the Southern Tablelands, you already know it can wipe out a garden overnight.In Episode 165 of Ditch The Store, I’m walking you through…

S4E164 Episode 164 - Backyard Greenhouses

May 25, 2026 49m

Winter’s rolling in down here in the Southern Tablelands, so today we’re talking backyard greenhouses — and I don’t just mean the “grab a kit from Bunnings and hope for the best” kind.I break down…

S4E163 Episode 163 - Preserving Homegrown Herbs

May 11, 2026 37m

Fresh herbs from the garden taste nothing like the sad wilted bunch from the supermarket — and if you know how to preserve them, you'll have that flavour all year round. CJ covers drying, freezing,…

S4E162 Episode 162 - May Garden Jobs

May 04, 2026 36m

Think there's nothing to do in the garden in May? Think again. CJ covers the autumn cleanup jobs that'll save you a heap of work come spring — from harvesting the last of the season, prepping your…

S4E161 Episode 161 - Potatoes, Garlic & Onions

Apr 27, 2026 43m

Potatoes, garlic, and onions are three of the easiest, most satisfying crops you can grow — and right now is exactly the right time to plant them. CJ covers everything from soil prep to harvest, so…

S4E160 Episode 160 - Simple Composting

Apr 20, 2026 41m

Think composting is too hard, too smelly, or needs a fancy setup? It doesn't. CJ breaks it down to the basics — greens, browns, and just getting started. Whether you've got a backyard or a farm, this…

S4E159 Episode 159 - Cool Season Gardening

Apr 13, 2026 37m

Cool Season Gardening: What to Grow This Winter (and How to Actually Keep It Alive)Think winter means shutting the garden down and waiting for spring? Think again.In this episode, CJ breaks down…

S4E158 Episode 158 - Homestead Easter

Apr 06, 2026 36m

Easter on the Homestead: Seasonal Cycles, Real Food & Why You Should Pat Yourself on the BackEaster looks a little different when you're living off the land — especially in the Southern…

S4E154 E 157 – Chicken Problems and Fixes

Mar 30, 2026 50m

New to backyard chickens and something suddenly looks… wrong?In this episode of Ditch the Store, CJ walks through the most common chicken problems new chicken keepers run into — and the simple fixes…

S4E156 E156 - Egg Overload

Mar 23, 2026 40m

What do you do when your chickens suddenly produce more eggs than your family can eat?In this episode of Ditch the Store, CJ dives into the very real homestead problem of egg overload. If you keep…

S4E155 Episode 155 - Building a Predator-Proof Coop

Mar 16, 2026 38m

You don’t need a fancy coop.You need a secure one.In this episode, I walk you through what actually keeps your chickens safe — not what looks pretty on Instagram.We cover:The biggest predator…

S4E154 🎙 Episode 154: Best Chicken Breeds for Beginners

Mar 09, 2026 35m

Not all chickens are created equal.Some are hardy and steady. Some are high-drama divas. And if you're just starting out — you do not need divas.In this episode, I break down the four best chicken…

S4E153 Episode 153 - Why Autumn Is the Smartest Time to Get Chickens

Mar 02, 2026 31m

Episode 153: Why Autumn Is the Smartest Time to Get ChickensThinking about getting chickens? Don’t wait for spring.In this episode, I explain why autumn is actually the smartest time to start your…

S4E152 Episode 152 – More Self-Sufficient in 12 Months

Feb 23, 2026 50m

What does a self-sufficient year actually look like?In this episode, CJ shares a practical 12-month roadmap for becoming more self-sufficient — without burnout. From choosing one food to stop buying,…

S4E151 Episode 151 - Planning Your First Homesteading Year

Feb 16, 2026 39m

CJ covers seasonal planning for your first homesteading year, including what to prioritise in each season, how to avoid doing too much too fast, and why simple routines + record-keeping make…

S4E150 Episode 150 - Tools & Supplies You Actually Need to Start

Feb 13, 2026 47m

CJ and the Handy Helper cover the real beginner tool list for homesteading, including garden basics, livestock gear, and kitchen/preserving essentials—plus what not to buy yet. They talk frugal…

S4E149 Episode 149 – Lammas on the Homestead

Feb 07, 2026 31m

Ditch the Store with CJ from Mojo Homestead🌱 www.mojohomestead.netThis week we’re taking a little detour — into the spiritual side of homesteading.Join CJ as she explores Lammas (also known as…

S4E148 Episode 148 – Homesteading Without Quitting Your Day Job

Jan 29, 2026 43m

Podcast: Ditch the Store with CJ from Mojo Homestead🌱 www.mojohomestead.netThis week, CJ gets real about what it takes to build a homestead while still working full-time. She shares personal stories,…

S4E147 Episode 147 – 12 Beginner Homesteading Mistakes to Avoid

Jan 21, 2026 48m

🎧 Episode 147 – 12 Beginner Homesteading Mistakes to AvoidPodcast: Ditch the Store with CJ from Mojo Homestead🌱 www.mojohomestead.netLet’s be honest — when you’re starting out with homesteading, it’s…

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Ditch The Store has published 167 episodes since February 2023, covering topics in Home & Garden, Leisure.

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