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by Tim Eng and Sophia Eng | Sprinkle With Soil
The Call To Farms podcast is dedicated to the pursuit of self-sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability. Tim and Sophia Eng are a military family, both born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and are self-taught first generation regenerative farmers who are building a homestead in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian mountains. Their multi-generational family have been actively homesteading on a 5-acre piece of land. This podcast is dedicated to their journey and is a call for others to join them in pursuing self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.
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- Aug 5, 20261h 33m
Episode 99: We Adopted Our High School Teacher & Counselor as Our Parents | A Story of Mentorship, Service & Chosen Family
"A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." — Henry AdamsSome people come into your life as a teacher and never leave. In this deeply personal episode of The Call to Farms, Tim and Sophia sit down in Gilroy, California with Jonathan and Debi Kerrick, Tim's former US History teacher and high school counselor at Independence High School in San Jose, who became so much more. Jonathan has been there for every milestone: high school graduation, pinning on Tim's second lieutenant bars, West Point graduation, deployment, the wedding, and now as "Lolo" and "Ba-Nana" to Tim and Sophia's children.Jonathan shares his journey from a draft lottery number of six during Vietnam, to serving as an armor officer and psyops intelligence officer with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, to building a 34-year teaching career shaped by a simple philosophy: see every kid heart to heart, eye to eye. Debi opens up about her own path from special education teacher to guidance counselor and the challenge of getting every student across that graduation stage.Together they talk about what's changed in education, why technology is outpacing our sociology, and the secret to raising kids who actually want to come back and spend time with you: listen, don't judge, and trust them to think. Jonathan also shares his battle with an aggressive lymphoma the doctors called "stage death," walking 167 miles on the Camino de Santiago, and why every day on the right side of the dirt is a good one.This one's for anyone who's had a teacher, mentor, or chosen family member who changed the trajectory of their life. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Looking for property? Download my free Dealbreaker Checklist. It's a compilation of what I look for. Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Need to build a fence on your homestead? Build it once by using Gallagher! Use code: HOMESTEAD to save 10%Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- Jul 22, 202651 min
Episode 98: Return to Ancestral Nutrition w/ Julia Mitchell at Ancestral Supplements
What if the nutritional value of your food begins long before it reaches your plate?In this episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim and Sophia sit down with Julia Mitchell, lead educator at Ancestral Supplements, clinical nutritionist, and grass-fed bison rancher, to explore the connection between healthy soil, healthy animals, and healthy people.Julia shares her family’s journey into bison ranching and explains why the plants animals graze, the diversity of the soil beneath them, and the way they are raised can directly influence the nutrient density of the meat we eat.Together, they discuss why organ meats were once prized by traditional cultures, how liver compares with conventional multivitamins, and why nose-to-tail eating may help restore nutrients that are often missing from the modern diet. They also examine the realities of food labeling, grass-fed sourcing, animal welfare, declining soil fertility, and the growing need to rebuild local food systems.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Try it for yourself and Save 15% on your order with Ancestral Supplements use code: CALLTOFARMSNeed to build a fence on your homestead? Build it once by using Gallagher! Use code: HOMESTEAD to save 10%Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- Jul 15, 20261h 18m
Episode 97: How to Build Community When You Move to the Country
Everyone says they want a village—but are we willing to become villagers?In this episode of the Call to Farms podcast, Tim and Sophia share how they built a trusted community after moving across the country from California to rural East Tennessee, where they initially knew almost no one.They discuss why community should be one of your highest priorities when choosing where to live, especially if you are pursuing homesteading, food security, homeschooling, preparedness, or a more self-sufficient lifestyle. They also share what it was like to enter an established rural community as Asian American transplants, why shared values can matter more than shared backgrounds, and how trust is earned through consistency, contribution, humility, and showing up.You’ll hear practical strategies for researching a community before moving, finding the people who may not be visible online, starting meaningful conversations as an introvert, and identifying the skills you can offer—even when you are still learning.Tim and Sophia also share real-life examples of community in action: trading raw dairy products for hay during a drought, learning to raise dairy cows alongside experienced neighbors, stewarding additional pastureland, teaching chicken processing and fermentation workshops, and growing a small game night into a gathering of dozens of local families.Because true preparedness is not simply having enough supplies. It is knowing who you can call—and becoming someone others can call too.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why community is one of the most valuable forms of insurance• How to find like-minded people before relocating• Why rural trust cannot be rushed• How introverts can build meaningful local relationships• What newcomers often misunderstand about country communities• Why giving more than you take opens unexpected doors• How to turn your knowledge, interests, and skills into community leadership• Why everyone wants a village, but few people are willing to become villagersWhether you are planning a move, starting a homestead, feeling isolated where you currently live, or realizing that the community you need does not yet exist, this episode will challenge you to stop waiting for an invitation—and begin building the relationships you hope to find.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Need to build a fence on your homestead? Build it once, go with Gallagher! Use code: HOMESTEAD to save 10%Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- Jul 7, 202632 min
Episode 96: Homesteading in 2026 - Land, Water, AI, and Community
After speaking at the Modern Homesteading Conference in Idaho, Tim and Sophie sit down to reflect on the biggest questions they heard from future homesteaders, young families, retirees, and land buyers across the country.In this episode, they discuss why water security, natural springs, wells, rainwater collection, data centers, AI, and land due diligence are becoming major concerns for anyone searching for homestead property. They also talk about creative ways to afford a homestead, including owner financing and thinking beyond the traditional lending path.Tim and Sophie also share why community is one of the most important forms of security on the homestead. From bartering milk, butter, hay, honey, and skills to hosting game nights and building trust through food, they explain what it really means to stop just wanting a village and start becoming a villager.They also share highlights from watching their daughters sell handmade pottery and earrings at the conference while learning real-life entrepreneurship, pricing, marketing, and customer service.If you are dreaming of homesteading but feel stuck, this episode will help you think through your next step.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- Jun 9, 202655 min
Episode 95: Real Food for Busy Families with Corey Dunn
Sophia sits down with Corey Dunn of For Nutrient’s Sake for an honest, encouraging conversation about making real food doable for everyday families. As fellow Weston A. Price chapter leaders, Sophia and Corey talk about the gap between ideal ancestral nutrition and the reality of busy schedules, picky eaters, tight budgets, and overwhelmed moms.Corey shares her own journey from growing up with real food and a “’90s butter mom” to rediscovering nourishing traditions after her daughter struggled with severe eczema. Together, Sophia and Corey discuss what it looks like to feed a family well without perfectionism, from cutting out seed oils and simplifying home-cooked meals to handling picky eating with trust instead of pressure and rethinking the modern snack culture that often sabotages family meals.This conversation is full of grace for the mom who wants to do better but does not know where to start. You will walk away with practical ideas, encouragement, and permission to make real food simple again.In this episode, Sophia and Corey talk about:* Corey’s journey into real food and ancestral nutrition* How food played a role in her daughter’s eczema healing journey* Why “doable real food” looks different in every season of motherhood* The first food swaps that make the biggest difference* Why cutting out seed oils is a powerful place to begin* How to approach picky eating without hiding food or creating distrust* The “division of responsibility” at the dinner table* Why snacks may be sabotaging meals* Simple ways to make burgers, tacos, pizza, and family favorites more nourishing* Corey’s cookbooks, podcast, and work through For Nutrient’s SakeFor the mom who feels overwhelmed, Corey leaves listeners with a simple place to start this week: get enough sleep, go outside in the morning, read something enjoyable with your kids, and make one meal you truly love using the best ingredients you can manage.Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Get Your Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27.Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- May 26, 202619 min
Episode 94: What Memorial Day Taught Me About Homesteading, Family, and Freedom
This week, Tim shares a solo episode reflecting on Memorial Day, a recent family trip to North Dakota, and the inspiring people he met at the Prairie Roots Homesteading Conference.From visiting Theodore Roosevelt National Park, the Badlands, and Mount Rushmore to watching families build businesses together and teach practical skills to the next generation, this episode explores the values that continue to shape strong communities across America.Tim shares personal reflections as a West Point graduate, stories of veterans who impacted his life, and why he remains optimistic about the future despite the challenges facing families today.In this episode:Memorial Day reflections and the meaning of serviceLessons from Theodore Roosevelt and the American frontierHighlights from the Prairie Roots Homesteading ConferenceWhy family entrepreneurship mattersWhat gives Tim hope for the future of homesteadingThe real mission behind Call to FarmsWhether you're building a homestead, growing a business, raising a family, or simply looking for encouragement, this episode is a reminder that there are still plenty of good people building good things.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Get Your Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27.Join Tim and Sophia at the Chelsea Green Food & Farming Convergence at Polyface Farms on September 25-26, 2026.Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- May 19, 202628 min
Episode 93: Why Serious Homestead Buyers Should Not Sit Out This Market
In this May housing market and homestead update, Tim and Sophie share reflections from their trip to the Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit in North Dakota, where they keynoted alongside Justin and Rebekah Rhodes and spoke with their children about entrepreneurship on the homestead. They also recap family highlights from visiting Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, and Theodore Roosevelt National Park before returning home to spring garden work, fencing, and new Korean Natural Farming test plots.Then they dive into what buyers and sellers need to know right now: interest rates are creeping back up, buyer hesitation is increasing, and the window for serious homestead buyers may actually be opening. Tim explains why now is the time to do recon, understand your target area, and be prepared to move when the right property appears. They also discuss why lowball offers can backfire, especially in Tennessee and other Southern markets where trust, honor, and seller relationships matter.For sellers, Tim and Sophie talk about the importance of professional marketing, quality photos, strong listing descriptions, and working with an agent who understands acreage, land, and homestead properties. Whether you are buying, selling, or simply preparing for the future, this episode will help you think strategically about the current market and build the right team before you make your next move.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Join us for our May 2026 Home Buying Webinar happening this evening 5.19.26 at 7pm EST / 4pm PST Register for free here!Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Get Your Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27.Join Tim and Sophia at the Chelsea Green Food & Farming Convergence at Polyface Farms on September 25-26, 2026.Tune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
- May 12, 202643 min
Episode 92: What Every Veteran Should Know About the VA Loan
If you served our country, you earned this benefit, and it may be one of the most powerful wealth-building tools available to veterans today.In this episode of the Call to Farms Podcast, Tim and Sophia Eng break down the truth about the VA loan, why it is often misunderstood, and how veterans can use it to purchase a home with 0% down, lower interest rates, no PMI, and even build on land using the VA One-Time Close Construction Loan.As a veteran, REALTOR®, and military family, Tim and Sophia share real stories from helping veterans purchase homes in some of the most competitive markets in the country, from the San Francisco Bay Area to rural homesteads across America.They cover:• Common myths about VA loans• How veterans can compete against cash offers• VA loan benefits most people do not know about• Using your VA entitlement more than once• Buying multi-unit properties with a VA loan• VA assumable loans• VA IRRRL refinance options• VA construction loans for land and home builds• Why choosing the right lender and realtor matters• How military families can build long-term stability and cash flow through real estateWhether you are active duty, transitioning out of the military, retired, or a disabled veteran, this episode is designed to help you better understand the benefits you earned through your service.This conversation is about more than mortgages. It is about legacy, freedom, stability, and bringing families home.If this episode helped you, please share it with a veteran or military family who needs to hear it.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Have questions on buying or selling real estate? Reach out to Tim directly here!Secure your copy of our forthcoming book, The Nourishing Asian Homestead.Want some more resources to jumpstart your homestead? Join our Call to Farms Community.Click Here to the Prairie Roots Homesteading Summit held on May 15-16 in Watford City, ND.Get Your Early Bird Tickets to the Modern Homesteading Conference in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 26-27.Join Tim and Sophia at the Chelsea Green Food & Farming Convergence at Polyface Farms on September 25-26, 2026.Join our waitlist for our 2026 Homesteaders United Conference, which will be hosted on our property in East Tennessee. Sign Up HereTune in now and join the Call to Farms! Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to stay up to date with the latest happenings!
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The Call To Farms podcast is dedicated to the pursuit of self-sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability. Tim and Sophia Eng are a military family, both born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area, and are self-taught first generation regenerative farmers who are building a homestead in the beautiful foothills of the Appalachian mountains. Their multi-generational family have been actively homesteading on a 5-acre piece of land. This podcast is dedicated to their journey and is a call for others to join them in pursuing self sufficiency, self reliance, and sustainability.
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