Lena is a certified master gardener and her “Home With Lena” podcast offers a rich and diverse exploration of sustainability, and a practical and inspiring guide for people interested in gardening, and a self sufficient lifestyle through cooking and the preservation of food. Whether you’re in a city apartment or on a rural farm, this podcast could be an excellent resource for simplifying your life and becoming more self-sufficient.

Lena offers in-depth lessons on food preservation, particularly focusing on canning methods such as water bath, steam, and pressure canning. Her content appears to be geared towards teaching practical techniques for people with busy lifestyles, making it accessible for modern families. Each episode delves into topics like the necessary equipment for canning, beginner to intermediate recipes, and other preservation techniques like dehydration, fermentation, and freeze-drying.

Her podcast also offers a rich and diverse exploration of homesteading. Her discussions on topics like gardening, livestock care, permaculture, food preservation, foraging, and fishing seem geared toward helping both beginners and seasoned homesteaders alike. With the added insights from guest appearances, she brings a broader perspective on how others are shaping their homesteads, making it an excellent resource for anyone on their homesteading journey.

She is also an excellent southern cook, and shares recipes she made for her large family over the years.