Shows
Grounded in MaineBonus: My Farm Focus with Guest The Agritourist Jen RossIt's been a while since I've done a solo episode, and there's a lot to catch up on! I changed my last name, for one - literally the day I recorded this with Jen.I've got a weekly newsletter - it's not long, and it's not a sales pitch - literally just keeping in touch. Social media algorithms are wonky, and are not our own, and I would definitely miss people if we lost them! I deleted my Facebook account because I was seeing less of what I wanted it for daily.I w...2025-05-0822 min
WV Uncommonplace Presents Interviews and SessionsFinding Balance and Promoting Sustainability with Amy Fagan Finding Balance and Promoting Sustainability with Amy FaganSummary: In this episode of the WV Uncommonplace Podcast, JR Sparrow welcomes Amy Fagan, the passionate host of the Grounded in Maine podcast. Amy shares her journey into the world of sustainability, community advocacy, and her love for making small-batch jams. They discuss the importance of supporting local businesses and finding ways to live sustainably without striving for perfection. Amy also opens up about her recent move to Southwest Virginia and how it has influenced her perspective on sustainability and community building.Episode Highlights:2024-10-1657 min
Grounded in Maine113: Carol Connare, Editor of THE Old Farmer's Almanac!I was thinking that the title of this episode should be "How on Earth did Amy score The Old Farmer's Almanac on the Podcast?? But it was too many characters... Shall we make it the UNofficial title?Carol Connare is the 14th editor of The Old Farmer's Almanac, and only the 2nd woman- since 1792! She talks about the beginnings of the Almanac, and about the great topics discussed (besides the weather), like recipes, fun animal stories, lifestyle trends, and so on. She and her team collect a pool of topics and articles, then pick the best of...2024-10-011h 03
Grounded in Maine99: Looking Forward and Looking Back with AmyI have a big request, you guys - I need some MALE people to give their perspective on menopause - I'm really doing it - I've been talking about the Menopause Panel since November/December, and it's finally happening. I'm so excited for these conversations, and to help people feel empowered and not feel broken when their body is changing in ways we aren't expecting; that we are not alone, and we don't need to quietly suffer with the changes. In talking, we learn ways that have helped others, and gain a community of support. 2024-06-2512 min
Grounded in Maine96: ReStyle with Shelly CunninghamY'all, if this conversation with Shelly Cunningham doesn't make you want to shop at Consignment stores over cheaply made box store clothes, I don't know what will change your mind- I didn't know what I've been missing! Shelly bought ReStyle, a consignment boutique, 12 years ago, and moved it a couple of times, but is now settled on Rte 1 in Freeport heading toward Yarmouth. When she invited me to come and see her place, I was curious, but not being a clothing shopper, a little scared that I'd be hounded. When I opened the door, Shelly...2024-05-2854 min