204: Best way to Fight the System is to Never Need It: Homesteading with Sophia & Tim Eng

Join Dr. Stanton Hom in this heartfelt episode of the Future Generations Podcast as he converses with special guests Tim and Sophia Eng. They discuss their journey from Silicon Valley professionals to homesteading in Tennessee. Tim, a West Point graduate, and Sophia, an author and former executive, share about their transformative experience embracing food freedom, regenerative farming, and homeschooling. Learn how their multi-generational household thrives through community-building, entrepreneurship, and returning to ancestral roots. This episode covers the challenges they faced, the values driving their mission, and the skills they're imparting to their children for a resilient future. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 01:06 Sophia's Journey into Food and Farming 03:31 Tim's Unconventional Path and Homesteading 12:55 Challenges in Modern Farming and Homesteading 16:27 Homeschooling and Community Building 19:53 The Importance of Family and Legacy 30:50 Daily Life on the Homestead 33:09 Homeschooling and the American Dream 33:45 Family Dynamics and Health 35:20 The Joy of Homegrown Food 36:27 Writing the Cookbook 37:25 Balancing Generational Responsibilities 42:24 Teaching the Next Generation 44:08 Pandemic Realizations and Preparedness 54:03 Building Community Through Food 55:28 Encouraging Community and Homesteading 59:07 Conclusion and Future Plans 59:07 Closing Thoughts and Announcements Resources: Remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on iTunes and Follow us on Spotify ! 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