Homestead-ish

E6: Ish Happens: A Conversation with Jess Robison of Acton Food Forest

Jun 26, 2025 · 59 min · Season 1 · Episode 6 · 43.2 MB
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In this episode of Homestead-ish, we’re joined by our second guest and kindred spirit, the fantastic Jess Robison of Acton Food Forest, whose homesteading journey was sparked by a single, sun-ripened tomato. We explore how that one small gift turned into a multi-passionate lifestyle.

In our lively conversation we discuss everything from ADHD as a superpower, to what a food forest actually is, our "why" as politically progressive homesteaders, how to successfully navigate the infamous Goodwill bins, and more! 

Follow Jess on Instagram: @actonfoodforest

Check out homesteadish_pod on IG, and as always you can find Kristin at growingpaines_ and Devon at devonballardhudson on IG!