40 Acres & a Fool

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The Green Grass of Home 4/16/15 Apr 16, 2015

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After an incredible weekend at the NRA Annual Meeting in Nashville, TN Cam's back on the farm and raring to go. Spring is in full force, and it's a race against the clock to get ground cleared for planting, so Cam has plans to enlist some helping hands. Plus, a look back at the 2nd biggest NRA meeting ever, and the story of how a pioneer woman helped change the course of human history.

The Beet Goes On 4/10/15 Apr 10, 2015

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The first sprouts are springing up (beets, garlic, and tomatoes at the moment), and with the spring holidays and birthdays in the rear view mirror, it's time to get back to work clearing ground for more planting. And speaking of work, Cam's headed to the NRA Annual Meetings in Nashville, but before he goes, he's connecting with more "Fools" from around the country who are growing their own gardens, raising their own goats and chickens, and reconnecting with life and the land.
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Life, Liberty, and the Freedom to Farm - 4/2/2015 Apr 02, 2015

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This week, Cam discusses the case of NY farmer Joshua Rockwood, who's charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty for things that some farmers say are just a part of farm life in winter (unheated shelters for animals, frozen water pipes and the like). Plus, Cam takes a look at retribution and reconciliation in the closing days of the Civil War (and how it compares to our own uncivil war of words today). Plus, we hear from a listener who's getting the most from their 3/4 of an acre!

Goats, Guns, and Geraghty 3/26/15 Mar 26, 2015

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Jim Geraghty of National Review joins Cam this week for a rollicking round table discussion of rural vs. suburbs, goats vs. deer (and deer vs. cars), Charles C.W. Cooke's "The Conservatarian Manifesto", and the upcoming NRA Annual Meetings in Nashville, TN.

Sowing Seeds, Planting Doubts, and Thoughts on The Great Divide 3/19/15 Mar 19, 2015

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The warm weather has returned, and the frantic rush to get the garden going has begun. Plus, Cam reviews Thomas Fleming's new book "The Great Divide: The Conflict Between Washington and Jefferson That Defined a Nation" and takes a deeper look at the personalities and politics that came between the two men. Plus, lessons learned from an attempted smear, introducing new chickens to your flock, and more!
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Going Green, Big News For Bees, and Reading Resilience 3/12/15 Mar 12, 2015

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Cam's joined by his friend Tommy to talk about turning the Appomattox River green for St. Patrick's Day, trouble with greenhouses, the new Flow Hive that could revolutionize (or jeopardize) beekeeping, as well as learning some lessons from Navy SEAL Eric Greiten's new book Resilience.
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A Chicken At The Table & Tomatoes On The Brain 3/3/15 Mar 03, 2015

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It's a late night conversation around the kitchen table with Cam and Miss E. Among the many topics; a Chicken Rescue Mission, trying out a new recipe for venison ravioli, picking out dozens of kinds of tomatoes they'll be growing on the farm, sharing a listener's story of his "California ranch" and dreams of 40 acres, and some sobering news on the shrinking number of farms across America.
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Dealing with "Ag"-versity: Snowstorms, Sick Goats, and Flat Tires on Ice 2/24/15 Feb 24, 2015

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This week, Miss E sits down at the table with Cam to talk about a challenging week, including saying goodbye to a beloved mascot of the farm. Plus, Cam explores more of the forgotten book, "The American Citizen's Handbook", and answers a question from a would-be urban farmer in a very unlikely location.
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Winter Blunderland 2/17/15 Feb 17, 2015

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Cam's trading the 40 acres for Harrisburg, PA and the Great American Outdoor Show, which is the perfect springboard to talk about off-farm income and how likely (or not) it is to make a living purely from farming. Plus, a visit from the vet, hidden treasures from estate sales, and an email or two from listeners like you!
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Checking Out, Checking In, and Planning for Planting 2/10/15 Feb 10, 2015

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It's not exactly the growing season, but that doesn't mean there aren't big changes on the 40 acres. This week, Cam talks about a child leaving home, planning the "perfect" garden, reveals some timeless wisdom from a forgotten classic of conservative thought, and shares some listener stories of moves to a farm of their own.

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