CONVERSATIONS WITH FRIENDS, EPISODE 2~CAROLINE HURRY

In this episode of 'Conversations with Friends,' host Jill Woodworth talks with Caroline Hurry, a seasoned journalist and author known for her unique voice that blends humor, insight, and a touch of irreverence, born of deep lived experience. They discuss Caroline's journey through journalism and travel writing, her life in South Africa, and the experiences that fuel her storytelling. The conversation covers Caroline's latest book, 'The Rooster Diaries,' which blends her lived experiences with fictional elements to explore raising chickens and the broader themes of self-sovereignty, human connection, and navigating a bewildering world. The discussion also touches on the impacts of the COVID deceptions,, the power of dreaming and manifestation, and the importance of living a life true to oneself. The episode wraps up with insights into doing as much as you can where you are with practical homesteading practices.

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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:45 Caroline's Background and Career
03:45 Impact of COVID on Caroline's Work
04:26 Writing and Publishing Journey
06:20 Navigating Relationships and Sovereignty
11:12 The Rooster Diaries and Raising Chickens
17:19 Homesteading and Self-Sufficiency
36:15 Cannabis and Sovereignty
47:14 The Absurd Confidence of Roosters
47:43 Embracing Self-Compassion
49:07 The Death of Small Talk
49:50 Sports and Distractions
52:39 Cultural Beliefs and Old Gods
56:55 The Power of Placebo
57:34 Ancestral Wisdom and Evolution
59:15 Living Authentically
01:00:17 The Role of Nature
01:04:49 Manifesting and Sovereignty
01:10:33 The Power of Frequency and Connection
01:23:06 Final Thoughts and Farewell
01:25:41 Natural Remedies and Self-Sufficiency