Vintage Americana

Vintage Americana

Exploring and restoring rural American culture. A history of the things we used to do and a practical discussion of how (and why!) to do them again.

Episodes

June 2, 2024 34 mins
Today we're going to talk about looking down the road. Way, way down the road.

The Barn Geek

Woodlot Management by Coppicing

Sproutlands, by William Bryant Logan

Brent Hull is carrying the torch for building better, historically informed homes. Without foam. See his new series "New House, Old Soul."

Regenerative Farmers of America

Livestock Breed Conservancy

Free Farm House Plans by Jay Osbourne

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How and why to treasure carbon on your farmstead

Vintage Americana Podcast Ep. 2 - Coppice, Pollard, and Hedge

Vintage Americana Podcast Ep. 36 - Hedged in: An Interview with Jim Jones

Hugulkultur in Permaculture

Shaun and Beth Dougherty's Website - Beth is the queen of carbon hoarding

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March 24, 2024 35 mins
Tolkien might have been the first to articulate what is so awful about The Machine. Let's explore the concept and how to resist.

James Poulos's Substack

Paul Kingsnorth - The Tale of the Machine

The 2023 Front Porch Republic Conference

James Kunstler's website. (Not always entirely safe for work or other environments)

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February 25, 2024 28 mins
Let's explore the inherent value in being nonconformist.

The early page for Ridge Runner's new Appalachian developments

Tales From the Green Valley on YouTube

A Q&A on The Benedict Option

Janie's Mill

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January 1, 2024 29 mins
Let's talk about setting some goals. We're going to focus less on "resolutions" and more on growth and learning.

The Prairie Homestead Cookbook

Raising Heritage Livestock

Knit Like a Latvian

Lost Art Press on Hand Tool Woodworking

Don't forget to grab a journal and make your own list!

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December 15, 2023 24 mins
Let's make some cocoa, and explore Christmas traditions around America.

Bright Morning Star

Apple Stack Cake

St. Lucia Celebration at Gustavus Adolphus

Swedish woven heart baskets

Straw Ornaments

Mexican Wedding Cakes

Joe Froggers

Bronners

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November 26, 2023 27 mins
Let's have a little chat about vernacular architecture, why it's important, and how to conserve it.

A list of references on American Vernacular Architecture, just to get you started.

Sound issues persist, and I promise I'm working on it. I hope to have my DAW working correctly soon.
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November 19, 2023 18 mins
A reading of the seasonal story by L. M. Montgomery

I apologize for some glitchy sound. My sound set-up is fighting with me since the last Windows update. I'm doing my best to get it fixed!
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Let's explore some of the concepts put forth by The Front Porch Republic. Up first: Is Localism inherently agrarian?

"Where Roots Run Deep" - Vintage Americana Podcast on local history

Some thoughts on "I'll Take My Stand"

"Staying Put" by Scott Russell Sanders is easily available from used booksellers.

The same is true of "Thomas Jefferson's Farm Book"

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October 29, 2023 43 mins
The choice for this year is M.R. James' "Oh, Whistle, and I'll Come to You, My Lad."

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Let's talk today about day trips and how they help you come to better appreciate place. A few things I mentioned in today's podcast:

Travel Photography Tips

Restless Viking YouTube Channel

Barn Quilt Trails

Michigan One Room Schoolhouse Association

Hocking Hills Orchard

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Let's talk about why (and how!) to go to a craft retreat

Some to check out:

Ohio Quilt Retreat Center

Knitting Traditions Retreats

The Inn At East Hill Farm Cross Stitch Retreats

Christmas in Williamsburg

Retreats Co. - Quilting and Knitting Retreats

This is just a small sampling of the events that happen every year.
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September 24, 2023 25 mins
Today, let's talk about how to pass on those skills you've sent so much time acquiring.

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Using your craft skills and found things to decorate for cooler weather

Pinecone and Acorn Wreath

Knit Pumpkins

Waxed Leaf Fall Garland

Acorn Quilted Table Runner Pattern

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Why Craftsmanship involves attention to tools and materials.

Absolute History, on Youtube, has all the episodes of Victorian Farm, Edwardian Farm, and the other shows.

Alexander Langlands' Craeft

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August 13, 2023 27 mins
Let's talk about the difference, and why both are important.

For learning to sew, Gertie is still an excellent resource

And for heirloom sewing, Martha Pullen is still the queen

Inspirations magazine

The Embroiderer's Guild of America

American Quilter's Society

The Internet Archive
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August 6, 2023 24 mins
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July 30, 2023 25 mins
Let's talk about some vintage ways to enjoy the last golden days of summer.

Horseshoe Rules

Croquet Rules

Sweet Corn Ice Cream

White Mountain, the classic hand-crank ice cream maker
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Unlike last week, this show has lots of links. Explore the options below for helping you build a slow fashion wardrobe.

Of the national brands you might recognize, your best bets might be Brooks Brothers, L.L. Bean, or Duluth Trading. Hit outlets or clearance sales if you can.

For jeans, if you're looking for well made, genuine denim, I have a couple of suggestions.

or men, Texas Jeans.

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July 16, 2023 28 mins
This week, we'll talk about the pursuit of hard things - and why you shouldn't stop at learning the basics.
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