Are We Losing Access to Solid Information? (We EAT our babies?!)

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[@GrFkDsGnR]

I’m enjoying this “I’m done holding back” Jess. I know that is has to have been a hard balance between reaching as many people as possible and speaking what you feel needs to be said. Your viewers will also advocate for you. Speak the truth

[@annanitschke6727]

High five to that

[@sowemovedhere]

Spicy Jess is my favorite Jess 😊

[@brandyh3536]

As a women that has entered my 40s now, i am constantly noticing what Brene Brown referred to as her Midlife Unraveling. And instead of being afraid of aging, I'm loving stepping into the freedom of being completely myself. And it's a beautiful thing to witness in other women too. Especially Jess.

[@GrFkDsGnR]

@@brandyh3536 I’m 38. Being secure in who you are is invaluable. But it’s a life stage right? We gotta question who we are when we are younger to know who we are now I guess 😅

[@brandyh3536]

@@GrFkDsGnR definitely. It's for sure a journey.

[@kathyburns2945]

Don’t back down,Jess. When good people don’t stand up for justice, evil wins!

[@danarzechula3769]

Perhaps we could all stand with her?

[@karenpeaden271]

No . Were past this if we don't get laws in place to stop the securing of our speech. Were dammed

[@karenpeaden271]

Ai is given rules to obey.. our liberty is not one

[@crazygrandmaweaz8942]

Jess, I've followed you for years. I've been unsubscribed from you twice, as well as 4 other preparedness channels. I have both of your books. This is absolutely one of your absolute best videos. They are even censoring Dr. Bergs channel because of what he teaches. I've been going to the used book store and buying the older, real, books. You are spot on!!! When they started censoring, it was our smack up side the head to get ready.

[@Crosbhealach]

I keep a list of all my channels. The KZbin algorithm is weird. I'll get unsubscribed from homesteading, prepper and conservative channels but I also get unsubscribed from left leaning channels so now I keep a list of all my channels and check them all every so often.

[@rebeccagray2591]

I just looked and I was still subscribed but my bell notification was off and I have no idea how that happened because I always look forward to your vlogs. Even if I am not in the same place as you are at the seasons. I still love watching and listening to you about all of your visits with us. I suffer from depression and let me tell you, if I am having a bad day my husband will be like..”Does Jess have a new video up today? Why don’t you check and see what she’s up to today.” It does not matter what you are doing I just love listening to you and your stories of everything you share with us all. I have learned so much from you in gardening and just everyday life in general. I love to hear your laugh and your voice is very calming. I love the way you and your family and friends just share as much as you do. I always look forward to your, “I bless you… until next time” ❤️ Thank you very much Jess, I very much appreciate you.

[@m24_4]

This is a very wise message. Our world is slowly losing its grasp on reality. I have been very concerned about AI for several years now and it feels like we are only at the beginning of what's in store. We are witnessing history being erased or changed right in front of our very eyes...although it's hard to know what history was ever true anyway! Very strange times to be living through. If one hasn't found God yet, now might be the time. Thanks for being a real voice out there Jess. Blessings 🙏

[@thegardenofeden1999]

❤✝️❤️

[@billiechristine4034]

My husband and I were discussing how scary ai actually is. It would be very easy for anyone to create evidence against us using ai. Changing information on the internet about anything or using it to edit books before being published.

[@michepatrick]

I am LOVING your recent content and your step into showing your authentic self. I'm even more inspired by you now than before. And your podcast episodes are fire! Keep being brave and speaking your truth.

[@erinmorgan8546]

Absolutely agree! ❤️💯

[@mariahminton854]

Third ALL this! ❤️

[@thepadillafamilyhomestead]

Yes!!!!

[@debrahutson4357]

You’re not the only KZbinr that’s having this problem everybody who is teaching sustainable living is being targeted, at first I thought it was just a glitch in KZbin but now I think it’s more than that. It’s kind of a coincidence that all of the platforms that I watch are going through the same problem with losing subscribers that did not unsubscribe to their channel. I will keep making sure that I am subscribed to your Chanel and I will keep sharing your videos.

[@teresaprice5070]

I've noticed and commented on this for the last several months...It's NOT a coincidence; it IS part of the "agenda." Now, health and fitness KZbinrs (Dr. Berry, Dr. Berg, etc) are also being targeted, if their message doesn't align with the new WHO narrative...absolutely heinous.

[@mvpdavidson45]

I think the same is happening to Porterhouse and Teal!!..

[@volmom2316]

I’ve heard that you tube is directly thinning out subscribers of conservative networks. If you pin them down, they say they are just taking out bots and duplicate accounts. But that isn’t true.

[@dsgardenadventures]

And trying to grow a channel, that shows people how to repurpose and grow on a tight budget, is like trying to pull teeth with tweezers.

[@stephenpmurphy591]

You Tube is controlled by corporate lobbyists channels that threaten the industrial agriculture complex machine are now shadowed banned. We were unsubscribed from this channel & I was unsubsidized from Jeremiah( Jes's Husband) channel.

[@pcken9067]

Honestly, I am holding onto and adding to my collection of cookbooks. The collections from churches and schools. I love seeing the handwritten notes in the margins of old cookbooks. Estate sales, garage sales, the older, the better. They can mess with stuff on the net, but books about all kinds of things kept and shared will help us all down the line.

[@KS-un3pi]

I may be the odd ball, but I have zero patience for having to scroll through 5 stories, instructions and then the recipe for something with 200 adds in between. I also get less distracted if it comes out of a book.

[@mamat5264]

I’ve had the urge over the last year to write my favorite recipes down. Also to get books by trusted authors on gardening, medical etc. This video makes me really want to start going back to the bookstore for books and stop buying them from Amazon. Thank u❤** also Whiporwill Holler has an amazing cinnamon roll recipe on KZbin. Best cinnamon rolls I’ve ever made.

[@jtharp9265]

Amen 🙏 yes she does, and a lot of good old recipes we can't let go of .You are so right about getting books, etc....Whipporwill Holler with Ms.lori & Mr.brown God bless you , Mrs. josette Tharp Montgomery County, Texas 🙏

[@vikkistewart5455]

I love how real you've gotten lately. This content is like talking to a friend about the real issues we're facing.

[@danarzechula3769]

Yes a real person who has not gone off the deep end which I very much appreciate😊

[@kathyaakananabluebird]

As a writer, gardener, and artist, I agree. My collection of hard copy books are resources that have helped me throughout the decades. Build a solid "living well" library and make a place for it in your home. Natural health, gardening, cooking, canning, sewing, engineering, woodworking and animal husbandry. It is just part of self sufficiency. If the electricity goes out for 3 weeks, you are gonna need that hard copy!!

[@elizabethcote9070]

Oh yeah 👍

[@victoriathurston-grooms9868]

So true. I have a great collection of cook books and recipes. One day we might not have electricity.

[@bjwallick6933]

Thank you for your reminder and alert 😊

[@fiona3092]

Agree 💯

[@NikiLivi5]

I have a small garden I’ve collected in the last year. My oldest son who’s 20 laughed because they are all online and nothing is going to happen. Ok son. Regardless if something does or doesn’t I just like having the book!

[@jenniferwilken6059]

I agree with you entirely on the untested recipes, as someone that had to teach myself how to cook as an adult it is SOOOO frustrating when a recipe doesn't work and won't work! Not only is it a waste of ingredients but a waste of time and there is NOTHING worse than spending hours on a meal whatever and then it doesn't turn out.

[@user-ul7fq8zw8o]

Yes! I like to use old recipes from tried and true sources. What's crazy about fact-checking is, the more misleading information becomes prevelant the more it will check out among different sources. I totality agree about how a bad cinnamon roll recipe isn't a big deal but bad information on plant identification can be deadly. Wish us all luck following the computers!

[@aliciaspears7847]

So True! And this is why we need to be extra cautious about sharing unvetted information. Many people parrot what they hear or just scan the headlines without doing any digging on their own and the bad Intel gets passed around & around until people take it for gospel truth. It's sad

[@debrahutson4357]

Whippoorwill Hollow has a lunch lady cinnamon roll recipe that I think you’ll like. She’s been a lunch lady for years and has a lot of homemade recipes that she served to children, And they live on Homestead.

[@terriebrecheisen1875]

I have followed Ms. Laura of Whipperwill Hollow (another Arky) for a while. She has A LOT of recipes I have made that are awesome. And, yes, her cinammon roll recipe is really good.

[@lorimcmillon3217]

She has such a calming way about her too.

[@sharonparker2262]

Love my Miss Lori. Just listening to her, or Mr. Brown talking is so calming.

[@judifarrington9461]

I love watching her too! She's from Arkansas too.😊

[@virginiaallisonpeck2517]

She is such a blessing ❤❤❤

[@horrorlassKC]

The thing I admire most about you Jess is your passion and bravery when it comes to talking about the hard topics. Thank you for being a content creator with integrity.

[@izaacdreddpimp]

Well said

[@reginacallaway6798]

Amen Sister!! I have been desperately researching and doing all I can to learn how to provide a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle for me and my family. This was the first season I grew a garden and tried to preserve my harvest. Truth be told, I have wasted a ton of money and time following information that was just wrong. I simply didn’t know. I’m so thankful I found your channel.

[@helenstewart2085]

Find in second hand book shops, books on canning, preserving, even freezing home grown book, check out your local university they may produced books about those subjects as well. My favourite gardening books were produced 1967 and 1979 for my part of New Zealand, plus a lot of Farmers Wife's groups produced books for fundraising with good hints etc.

[@cltinturkey]

You go girl! Thank you for raising awareness of the dangers of A.I. We all need to become well-informed skeptics.

[@EmmaBVlogs]

It's frightening how much false information is flooding the good information. I've seen this coming for a long time, either the obfuscation or complete censorship of good information. I'm in the process of making a tried and true book, either printed or hand written. It may get worse before it gets better, but we must act quickly to retain the integrity of the information we need. Well said, and I'm 100% in agreement. Thank you Jess!

[@victorialoveday9998]

Amen and amen. Great truth here. Good people will always tell you to do your own research…

[@dawngarvin5431]

Thank you and amen...you are just one more person validating my thoughts and feelings and showing my that all my conspiracy theories are one by one, coming true. This is the first video, from you, that has come through in over a year! I'm positive that the past years worth of videos I've missed, are ones I could've been learning more and more about how to take care of my family, and that's why I haven't received anything. Thanks for sharing and I'm not going to miss out on your awesome videos anymore! We have to have faith in the Lord that he's got us and we will hear his voice and know what to do next. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@sam12587]

If your comfortable with it; I could add a copy to my home library so the knowledge is some where else. I’ve been grabbing older knowledge books for years. I have a home maintenance/carpentry book from the 1920’s that I swear says “use asbestos” twice on each page, lol. It has good carpentry tips and I’ve gotten some weather proofing ideas from it that have helped. All knowledge must be saved in case we need to know later

[@foodforestfolderol]

I have 3 books--sewing amd fabric arts, medical/emergency, food production (including gardening). I collect medical books, herbal/healing books. Apparently midwifery is huge right now, because I haven't been able to find those books for a decent price, even used.

[@starlily_8]

@@foodforestfolderol I keep looking in charity shops for the older books, once in a while I find a good one. Maybe it's worth checking your local ones

[@meganhagley5130]

I. LOVE. THIS. JESS. You’re not losing your real subscribers. You’re heated- and I’m SO here for it. I’m heated! We’re all heated! 11 minutes in, you also validated something that I’ve been contemplating for a long time. A cookbook for moms- like me- for celiac kids (GF). I honestly have related to you more once you spoke up and started getting “real” about the issues that bother you. They’re the same issues that bother me.

[@ginaderosebell3526]

I agree with some other posters. A library is critical to anyone who needs good information for proceeding in their lives! I also agree that your openness is awesome and only continues to help me. I feel that even tho we may not ever meet in person, you feel to me like a friend who just lives down the road. Thank you for your passion and truth.

[@ashleyking2061]

I agree

[@mamat5264]

Totally agree! Love the not holding back Jess!!

[@mybatboys]

Im so glad you talked about all of this, but especially the subscribing. Ive been a subscriber to your channel for about eight years. When i checked the status of my subscription, i was shocked to find i had been unsubscribed. The Machine is working hard to keep us dependent on it and does not want us to depend on ourselves. It does not want us to be sustainable. Never stop, Jess. Your channel, along with all the others that teach us how to provide for our families and ourselves, is needed. Now, more than ever. ❤

[@jeanholdstock3695]

Spoken with true pepper pickin' passion! Jess you are a one woman crusader, and I love that what you say is always direct from your heart. You state the facts, and set the seed for us to tend as we wish. Thank you xx

[@LaBonnevie61]

As a nurse who now has a degree in nursing I learned about evidence based practice. That is practice that is supported by research and experience and is published in reputable journals that are peer reviewed. I learned to have a critical mind when consuming information about anything in my life. As I was listening to you I was thinking that having a peer reviewed homestead journal and warehouse is just what we need. Somewhere to keep and review the information we need. It would be a huge undertaking. Also we need to be doing are own research when finding info and not just settle on the first thing that sounds good or supports our current way of thinking. Not to say that I haven’t been fooled but I am getting better at seeing the fake things faster.

[@upstatemamabear5470]

Whoever pays for the study gets the results they want. Whether it’s true or not. Trust your own eyes.

[@LaBonnevie61]

@@upstatemamabear5470 that can be true but there are many independent studies and any influence is fully disclosed in a reputable study and journal.

[@SpicyGramCracker]

‘Peer reviewed’ - meh.

[@CeeTee380]

What a great idea. We could all do with a little more critical thinking, and a vetted peer organization would be fantastic. But I don’t have the slightest clue about how I’d start something like that

[@nutequest]

The levels of evidence based information should be a subject in schools these days. It was a whole subject in my naturopathy degree.

[@KerryHanslits]

I’ve watched you for years and only commented once on flower suggestions. Well done. I’ve always been impressed with you and your family. Was very happy when you moved so close to us. May God always give you a path to speak truth. I’m old now. I may never meet you, but I will always be pleased to have shared a small portion of your life. Thank you. I bless you.

[@goodvolks2know372]

So true and such a good reminder of how quickly the world can change. I've been meaning to "print" out recipes I've saved on my computer - because even on there I feel they are at risk of me losing them. And thanks for confirming a nagging feeling I've had about the same things you've just talked about. I thought I was going crazy about "why is everything on line crap" these days. I never used to be this frustrated looking up information, or finding things that actually work. And lately, it seems often I've wasted time trying it or reading something to have it not work in the end. Thanks!

[@danarzechula3769]

They like us dumb and distrustful. Makes us easier to manipulate.

[@lindaa.880]

Jess, I think this is one of the most important videos you have ever done and is a great public service. I have been following you for years and love, love, love your content and have learned so much from you. I had a knee replacement done last May and did a LOT of research online both before and afternoon. There is a lot of good information online. However, in my research, I also came across several websites that started out providing what I had come to recognize as good, solid information, but several paragraphs in, I was scratching my head and saying, “What are you talking about? That is plain wrong!” Also, I could clearly see where they had sometimes pulled information from other blogs, sometimes completely out of context. I am a retired pharmacist and also did years of medical research for a legal firm, so felt comfortable evaluating the content. I was horrified that someone might go to one of these sites and actually trust the information. It was pretty clearly something that was put together for some other purpose than providing information that could be trusted. Your advice to have hard copies of information you can trust is spot on. Thank you for your wisdom and caring. BTW, I’m in Columbia, SC, so not too far from your new home!

[@julianawilliams1836]

Thank you for speaking truth and using common sense! Even our churches are struggling to proclaim truth in these days. It is refreshing to see someone with a platform use it for good. ❤

[@divinelotus19]

Amen. Our pastor said that Adam and Eve were doomed to fail. That Eve never had a choice to eat from the Tree of Knowledge. Honestly, I just read the Bible on my own now. I let the holy spirit guide me instead. ❤🙏🏼

[@ruthwarobick9505]

Many homes, and churches do not even have hardcopies of THE Book available. I remember when we all used to bring ours to ch u rc h and read along.

[@danagibbs5664]

I started buying vintage books for decor a while back but once I realized how many of them were American history, philosophy, and other sorts of reference text, it dawned on me that these were way more valuable than for just decor. I also now feel vindicated for keeping my cookbook collection (even though I rarely cook from a recipe). Keep fighting the good fight, Jess!!

[@teslinjoe5938]

Witnessing the manipulation of language for several years now has compelled me to start grabbing up old dictionaries when I'm out thrifting. I've always loved old books but the motivation is different now -- hard to explain without sounding a little crazy!

[@kellybrown5312]

I could not agree more with everything you said here! I blogged for 10 years in the UK and saw the hyper-monetisation happen with my own eyes in real time. It totally destroyed the community aspect and with each year that has passed, things have got progressively worse. I pressed the delete button on my whole following in 2020, and it was the best thing I could have done (at that time) for my mental health. Am seriously considering restarting though. The world needs real, authentic voices to drown out the AI nonsense!! Keep up the wonderful work 🙌🏻

[@papyrophliac]

About time! Thank you G-d Hallelujah for your voice, courage, and the platform you have created to shout from the mountaintop.

[@tamrahawkes3170]

As a newly old person lol Please feel free to go over things again, I find I forget things more easily these days!

[@avelsgard78]

@tamrahawkes3170 😂 LOL on the newly old person status. I believe I have been there for a good while. I forget what I ate for dinner yesterday, but can tell you what I wore to my third grade end of the year field trip..... I take it like a badge of honor! Welcome to the club ❤

[@janakoenig5919]

I have 6 binders. Recipes, Baking, Garden, Homesteading, Sewing patterns, & Quilt patterns. I also have been collecting actual books for years, (including yours, Joel Salatin, Justin Rhodes, Melissa K Noris and others I trust). I want it physically in my hands rather than depending on power and/or internet.

[@feelingkevinly]

Hi Jess! I found your channel in 2020 because I was getting into gardening after I realized that being outside and working with plants was the only thing that made me feel normal in a time that was anything but normal. Firstly I checked and I'm still subscribed and will continue to check just in case. Thank you for speaking openly about some of these issues. It is reassuring to see there are lots of people like you still out there who are genuine and have integrity. I appreciate you and your content. God bless you 🙏

[@jamiegiddens5103]

I found your channel a few years ago when I searched “how to grow tomatoes”. I definitely do NOT have a green thumb, but I love the taste of homegrown veggies. Since then, I have watched you consistently and learned so much. You are a true inspiration to me! We have acreage that we do not yet live on in the rural south, but I dream of having food sustainability. Please keep posting your content with honesty and authenticity. That is your gift!!

[@BettyStinson-cm9zm]

Hi Jess, I'm a long-time watcher. Our family loves your passion, honesty, and integrity. We appreciate your willingness to discuss issues and encourage people to think for themselves and do their research. Thank you for speaking up, and bringing people's attention to serious issues. God bless you and your family.

[@RawBeautyKristi]

Beautifully said Jess!!

[@lisascott9670]

A while back you warned all of us to write down recipes and to keep track of things. I tried to do that but halfheartedly honestly. The attacks on all of us on our ways of life our families and most importantly our traditions are intent on wiping it out of our memory or memories of our children or grandchildren. Write things down keep them in any keepsakes keep them all with mothballs Cetra whatever you have to do

[@SeedToPlate]

I'll never forget my 7th grade history teacher also taught our computer class and he taught us "Media Literacy" which was the absolute RESEARCH required to validate the author's qualifications to be relied on for the information they provided. It's a lesson I've never forgotten. Even down to reading research studies behind headlines so that I can decide if it's relevant. I'm in tech and cybersecurity. AI is fascinating. It's not going anywhere but we do have to learn how to work with it and how to learn discernment.

[@Murphis55]

I always use my own hand written recipes or old cookbooks. I have some cookbooks that are from the 1930’s and 1940’s. Got them on line and they are the real thing. They are even well used looking. Plus I love old books. There’s a ton of great info in them. These are the way your granny’s cooked and their moms. No fake ingredients or chemicals. Love your talks. God bless. ❤️👍🏻🖖🏻💪🏻🙏🏻🙋🏼‍♀️

[@annettegraff8323]

Yes I don't have grandmas but I've found old ones at flea markets Plus southern regional by state church and jr league cookbooks 😊

[@JenniferChurchman]

AMEN JESS!! YOU SPEAK THE TRUTH!! God bless you and yours!! ❤

[@sharonparker2262]

Jess, love ya lady, but this is the reason why this oldster writes down all new recipes in a binder that I've gotten from blogs. I even write which blogger it came from! This senior can't afford to waste food or food money. I watch a lot of homestead blogs, and am very happy about all the newer generations becoming more involved in growing food. Don't want AI involved in my life. Have a blessed day.

[@revonda5204]

I print out recipes. Try it & if I like, it goes in one file. If not, it goes in file 13! 😂 I buy books by people that I "know" as homesteaders or gardeners or whatever the subject may be. 😊

[@avelsgard78]

@sharonparker2262 I have one of those note books. My mother had one too. She passed away this past year and I must say that little notebook is like GOLD in our family. I hope your family cherishes your's like we cherish my mom's God bless you

[@sharonparker2262]

@avelsgard78 Thank you. I've been writing down my family recipes, too. Copied them all for my siblings. We're all being blessed.

[@avelsgard78]

❤️❤️❤️

[@christinacallies4086]

So true!!! I’m an author and watercolor illustrator and I’m seeing the devastation in this market. It’s super sad to see the art of doing something well leaving this world. Thank you for sharing

[@DreamGrazersAcres]

It will come back. After all, we're baking bread, making clothes and blankets, raising our own meats and vegetables...

[@susanmckenzie5700]

Straight talk is always a blessing to hear. Thank you!

[@Synchronicitizen]

I predict that if this video stays up, it will also go viral. You said the quiet part out loud. Thank you for that. Some people need “permission slips” to follow their own intuition. Good work.

[@terrismith4019]

Saying “the quiet part out loud”. Love that. And she did.

[@carolsgardenjournal8326]

As a book & paper enthusiast, I never considered, how gathering our own library of trusted books & printed resources is as important as seed saving, food growing & preservation! Essential to our very survival. Looking forward to more Pepper Tunnel talks! You nailed this topic!

[@ryannegavrila2492]

I LOVE your rawness and I love that you’re real about what you say and that you love the Lord! So thankful for you and your channel! 😊❤

[@Momhoov7717]

Oh my word, I literally ALMOST just bought those books you showed on the screen two days ago!!!!! I didn’t because I thought it was weird there were a ton of the same type of book and different authors. I’m starting my paper copy library TODAY! Thank you so much for sharing this Jess!!

[@audreyjennings5230]

I tried a recipe for mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes from a reputable magazine’s blog post (really wanted to use this for my Thanksgiving dessert) and the cook time was way off and the amount of butter and graham crackers needed was also way off. I thought surely whoever wrote this recipe did not actually cook it this way. They would have been eating raw & crumbly cheesecakes 😂 It all makes sense now… thanks for opening my eyes Jess! I’m going to refer to whatever I can find from my Mamaw’s old cookbooks now. Can’t trust the internet ✌🏼

[@danarzechula3769]

Good housekeeping still can be trusted to trial their recipes

[@karenl7786]

Absolutely follow your instincts! While many are panicking over AI, censorship etc...looks like old fashioned interpersonal contact, and relying on REAL people will be our saving. Many thanks for all you do, folks from all walks of life benefit more than you know ❤

[@candijones9074]

Thank you Jess for being willing to say what needs said! I have tremendous respect for you.

[@JennaGoforth]

I am so glad you are talking about this, Jess!! Not just you, but I am just glad that people are no longer afraid to talk about these topics. I cannot fathom why this very pertinent information is being censored or just simply being deleted. Also - I’ve had this very same issue lately with recipes online.. I don’t have these things in abundance. Our budget is strict! It is SO FRUSTRATING!!!

[@hannahsouthard871]

Can confirm I did get a notification for this. Still working for me

[@sealskin5221]

Girl I went and checked and they did have me unsubscribed. I don't know what's going on either, but I subscribed again in a hurry. I love your content. I love your content. You do not show us overly curated perfection and then wonder how it happened to be that way😂 you also keep it very genuine. You tell us when you're tired you show us your mistakes. Yeah I'm there for that. Most importantly, we can see the love of God in your life and I'm here for that. And thank God you don't wear linen dresses!

[@jIlLiAnganz]

I like what Jess wears, and sometimes it is linen dresses. Which I think look fantastic on her, just as much as jeans and a t-shirt.

[@nathanasimpson]

​@@jIlLiAnganzit's in reference that her skin has healed enough that she doesn't need to wear only linen anymore, which this time last year she did.

[@janelupo6023]

Jess, thanks SO much for bringing this up!!!! 💗 This is what friends do for friends! Bless you 🥰🤗

[@RiannaNicole]

I recently started printing off recipes and doing like you said, within the last couple weeks. I’m so glad that I’m not alone in the way of thinking, and outside of just things always changing, generally, I’m glad you brought this up. I was none the wiser on the AI issue, even though I’ve heard of the artists issue. I just hadn’t come to the conclusion yet, and thanks for that Jess. I love hearing and getting my advice and recipes and info from trusted sources, and now have another thing to keep after (it is what it is).

[@leeworrell3761]

I’m still subscribed and still getting notifications. I appreciate what you do and the info you give us. Thanks.

[@RootsandRefugeFarm]

Awesome, thank you!

[@jandeshon8264]

Some of the recipes are so laden with ads, it takes forever to get to recipes. Im thinking this might apply.

[@rebeccamarra3263]

Amen!!! I’ve been on a mission to collect and save all the recipes and information from the people I know and trust so I can pass down that solid information to my children. Not only to make sure they are getting authentic information but also so that knowledge from our elders is actually passed down. I love your content Jess. Keep it up!

[@paulamartin9552]

Amen, Jess! And thank you once again for saying what needed to be said ❤

[@HappyHarvestHomestead]

God bless you Jess!

[@kablevins]

"I can't control how people receive the things I say." So true. Just keep saying what you have to say from the platform you have been blessed to steward. This was another authentic video from your heart. Please keep them coming.

[@HayesChristina]

Thank you, Jess. I had not even considered the corruption of information due to AI, nor the importance of grabbing good information in non-digital form. For me, this post was very valuable. With respect to people being unsubscribed or not receiving notifications for your channel, this has been happening for years to overtly political commentators or anyone who challenges the prevailing mainstream narrative. (I did not know that natural immunity was suppressed).The fact that people are possible being unsubscribed or not notified when you post tells you that you are touching on sensitive information. This makes your work that much more important.Thank you so much again for this post and all that you do.

[@joannepeters7462]

Sobering! Glad you shared that; did not know it. I appreciate you and your programming - thank you. I say the occasional prayer of blessing for you and your family as you've often been a blessing to me.

[@carolheverin8814]

So enjoyable to watch and thank you for your efforts!

[@wickedquailandpork537]

Jess my fool proof recipe for dinner rolls, pizza dough, and cinnamon rolls is... 1 cup warm water 1 tablespoon yeast 1 tablespoon sugar salt to preference 4 tablespoons olive oil 2.5ish cups of flour (more or less depending on your humidity, flour, etc.) Mix and knead for 5 minutes, let rise for 30 minutes. Use as you wish! If I do cinnamon rolls, I let them rise for 15ish minutes after rolling and cutting them. I bake at 350F until done. I use this recipe 2-3 times a week.

[@chrisevans1026]

Thanks for this basic dough recipe.

[@jenniferbravo4190]

Thanks for sharing!!! Blessings!

[@wickedquailandpork537]

@chrisevans1026 You're welcome!! It's so easy to memorize so I love it!

[@Keith.Zielinski]

Thank you, I wrote this down, hopefully this will get pinned!

[@texanlife8258]

So glad to hear you addressing this issue. It needs to be made public, and I think a lot of people will listen to you. I never comment, but I have been enjoying your videos for years.

[@ghoneyp1718]

Jess, this is one of the most important posts you have ever done! For extreme safety issues. Thank you for sharing it's. I honestly had no idea.

[@megankroh6326]

Thank you, Jess, for consistently being a source of good information- no matter how ugly it gets!

[@katshaw2097]

I don’t comment very often, thank you so much for todays video. Everyone of the points you made was spot on. So please keep spreading awareness . You are a great asset to the world we live in. Thank you Jess.

[@erinmorgan8546]

❤❤❤❤

[@toykawilliams3273]

Well said! ❤

[@stewartharvick]

Once again you are speaking for me! My family thinks I’m crazy! However my 74 year old Mom was having trouble with a baby afghan she was knitting. She got the pattern online and paid for it. Yeah math was not the AI strong suit in this one! I fixed the pattern so it would work, but it was very frustrating and eye opening for her!

[@monicamayer977]

Interesting

[@wildzenventures]

Thank you for being honest and sharing this info! We need more truth 🙏

[@sydney62ct84]

Thank you for producing content we can TRUST!!!

[@jenniferbravo4190]

I wish I could "like" this more! Keep speaking up, sister! ❤

[@TheFlamingoHouse]

Me too. I wanted to comment, but I have nothing to add. She said it completely. So this is my comment! ❤

[@jennifermohler1862]

We all can “like” it more. We can share it ❤

[@freedomprincipal]

If we all had the faith and courage you and Jeremiah continue to show, we would be light years ahead of our current conditions.

[@lyndaash6766]

You are so adorable and this really needed to be said! Authentic, printed material is so important! Thank you❤

[@scofieldfarm]

Thank for this - I have been feeling this for a while too. Such an important topic to talk about and you have our support in raising awareness on it!

[@jeanniewoodrich8712]

Jess...I'm a Catholic woman. Some in our church have been saying this very thing for quite a few years in regards to philosophy books, classic literature and solid books about our faith. Probably for the last 5-7 years I e been hearing it. Such wise advice you have given here.

[@FarmhouseTeas]

So true but for much longer since before 1958 and historically in the 1800s which is why there was the imprimatur for true information.

[@winonabarter2540]

the problem with your catholic faith is your support of hide the p

[@edwardverduzco88]

Hello Catholic Lady! I'm just a messenger, do don't take this the wrong way, (not condemning). But as a follower of Christ, I have a love and pursuit of the truth the exceeds my need for self regard. I have noticed that lies have infiltrated every aspect of every one of the institutions I have come to trust and rely on. I would like everyone to at least be aware of the truth in all things. One of which is that the Catholic Church changed the ten commandments. Im pretty sure that is a big NO NO. They deleted the "shall not have idols before me" and expanded "thou shalt not covet" to two commandments which include "neighbors goods", and "neighbors wife". Cross check it with the original text of the Torah, and ANY other Bible. I can't in good conscience be affiliated with any organization that endorses lies and falsehoods. (Pretty much excludes the whole world at this point). Just a data point. God bless you. Have a great day. God is good, and Today is a day the LORD has made. Be Glad. It's all part of the divine rescue. We have nothing to fear as we continue to grow in His likeness, under his loving hand of protection! Peace ! ❤✌️😎

[@jeanniewoodrich8712]

@@edwardverduzco88 I'm not even reading the rest of this. Goodbye. 👋🏼

[@patriciacole8773]

@@edwardverduzco88 Also the fourth commandment KJV was changed to accommodate the errors of Constantine because he was a sun worshipper. And while pretending to care for the poor ( like judas ) the rcc leadership keeps pedophiles as though they are men of God in good standing.

[@angelawillis145]

You are so right about making sure the recipe is from a trusted source. I’ve followed you, DSH, LTraditions, Appalachia’s Homestead, Doug and Stacy, Rain Country , and Holler Homestead and maybe a couple others . I watch your cooking, canning, prepping and then I may try it. I also watch one, then check to see how the others do it and pick which way I want to try. I may try them all when I can to see which one I like best. I trust y’all because I’ve followed you all for years and I’ve read the comments of others who’ve tried it too.

[@michelemenard8364]

Such an "interesting" time we are in. So difficult to navigate the truth on so many levels. Integrity seems to be not as important as it once was. Always enjoy hearing your thoughts. It is good to have hard copies of information that we need to refer to no matter the current situation. I Bookmark (literally) so many useful tidbits in my books and cookbooks. I have my favorite recipes in a binder or my recipe box. Nice to have them handy at all times but sometimes I try a recipe and forget to put them where I can find it again and to search for it is such a pain so I am trying to be better about this myself. Take care.

[@natashafranz5463]

Thank you Jess for keeping it real ❤. For the times they are a changing.

[@jenniferdelong5434]

It is scary the lack and loss of information. Life skills seem to be missing from generation to generation. Your passion is inspiring and appreciated. Thank you. ❤

[@JoeyMcSmokey]

It’s so nice to hear this coming out of someone else’s mouth. I have noticed this too and been sounding an alert. My advice would be to source and collect reputable books on the subjects you’re interested in. They will be the most reliable information moving forward. Thanks Jess, I always enjoy your vlogs.

[@anitadodson4316]

Love this Jess!

[@Whimspiration]

Thank you yet again for your authenticity and passion. ❤

[@kyliebarnes3015]

It's a crazy time Jess. I was just talking with my sister this morning about how I literally can not trust anything that is not right in front of me 🤷

[@laureld.7056]

Girl, these days... even that is questionable

[@ellengerald9763]

Love you Jess, your interview with Miah's grandma was so good. Homestead workshop is also talking about how to do things the old way. So interesting. Bless you our beautiful girl!!

[@ElementsofEarthSanctuary]

Love your content Jess!!! Thank you always for your inspiration love and knowledge ❤

[@ashleym.9682]

Bless you and your family Jess! Thanks for speaking up! ♥️

[@poplarcreekfarm19]

Jess, I love this. Speaking honestly about the misinformation that exists. Thank you so much for speaking truth. You’re honesty and transparency has made me appreciate you more than I ever did before this 😊

[@oxenrat]

I am grateful for my love of books, I have always got hard copies of information I desire to learn from and amuse my mind with.. Love you Jess

[@jessicalynam7356]

Wow, great info!!

[@JuliePascal]

This was great. Thank you.

[@Homestead-ish]

YES!! Always keep content in print! 21:55

[@BradfordHomestead]

Agreed! I have a homestead binder

[@loricairns3459]

Fabulous post, Jess! Standing ovation! 👏👏👏 This needed to be said. Well done! 👏👏👏💜

[@letsstartahomestead]

God bless you, your family and all your work Jess ❤️❤️❤️❤️ may you all be covered by His wings amen

[@Ruthie843]

Thank you Jess. I'm always learning from you. I love your passion!

[@therealannataylor]

I personally love "Mission Jess." I appreciate your perspective on a lot of the issues that are rising up and I think you're an incredibly solid source of information. My favorite thing I've *ever* heard as a parent is to be brave enough to have the hard conversations because if you don't, somebody else will. So, thank you for being brave.

[@wickedquailandpork537]

Our Facebook page has been operating and interacting heavily for 5 years.. and we are STRUGGLING moving it past 2.5k followers because of Facebook shadow banning. It's obnoxious. Good news is, I think I'm still getting your notifications!! ❤

[@tracygibson5151]

Wow thank you for this information 🙏

[@Feddhomestead]

Absolutely love you, your content, your passion, your knowledge! I learn so much from you! You bring so much to light that many would overlook! You make us think! I love that you say what you feel, you don't hold back and are so passionate about things! Thank you for being you, looking out for us and sharing with us! Be blessed!!❤

[@michelerene8228]

My goodness, I am with you, girl. Thank you for sharing your voice. I can’t tell you how much your content means to me. 💕🙏🏻

[@hvp6218]

What a great topic! I'm so grateful you are addressing AI in the creator sphere. I'm of the mind that we all need to petition our state senators to have any AI generated content come with a disclosure that it has been AI generated for all the reasons you have covered.

[@heatherbugnacki6689]

This is great, Jess! Thank you. I’m thinking, I’m so glad I’ve kept a lot of my family’s and church’s cookbooks over the years. The recipes inside are tried and true. Also, I’ve found cookbooks at libraries or goodwill. SO glad this video popped up in my feed this morning! ❤

[@kellidill7279]

Thank you for this video!