Back to the basics

Alabama's voice for canning homesteading and self reliant living

Welcome to “Back to the Basics,” your go-to podcast for all things homesteading! Whether you’re a seasoned farmer or just beginning your journey towards self-sufficiency, join us as we explore the art of homesteading in the modern world.

Each episode dives into essential skills like organic gardening, raising livestock, preserving food, and sustainable living practices. We’ll bring you expert interviews, practical tips, and inspiring stories from fellow homesteaders who have embraced the simple, rewarding life of cultivating their own land. Tune in and rediscover the joys of going “Back to the Basics”!

Listen live at WXJC 101.1 FM.

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June 6, 2026

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Start with a Meal Plan

May 30, 2026

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May 16, 2026

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Back to the Basics with Big Dave June 6, 2026 1:37 pm

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Back to the Basics with Big Dave June 5, 2026 5:24 pm

Start with a meal plan.
Shop your pantry and your kitchen first. So, you buy duplicate things.
Get a grocery app to organize your list.
DON” T go shopping Hungry. Eat before you go.
Convenience foods, those are quietly killing your budget.
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Start with a Meal Plan

Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 30, 2026 10:39 pm

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Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 19, 2026 6:06 pm

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Stack it from the Floor to the Ceiling

Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 15, 2026 6:29 pm

Stack it from the Floor to the Ceiling

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Stack it from the Floor to the Ceiling-Budgeting Groceries -From Empty Fridge to Full!

Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 15, 2026 6:23 pm

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Discover Your Ultimate Stress Reliever 132 Jars!

Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 6, 2026 8:00 pm

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Homemade Chicken Pot Pie!

Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 6, 2026 8:00 pm

Wife's Surprise -Canning Gold Potatoes for Pot Pie! #furgal #preppingtip #homesteading #cannedfood

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Wife's Surprise Canning Gold Potatoes for Pot Pie!

Back to the Basics with Big Dave May 6, 2026 12:00 pm

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