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The Unity MethodThe unity method - therapy 2.0In The Unity Method: Therapy 2.0, Austin Williams unveils the next evolution of mental health, a model where therapy moves beyond fixing symptoms to restoring wholeness. Rooted in neuroscience, attachment theory, and narrative identity, the Unity Method integrates mind, body, and story into one transformative framework. Discover how emotional regulation, self-awareness, and connection can rewire the brain and redefine healing. This is therapy reimagined, science meets soul, and brokenness becomes brilliance.
2025-10-0705 minThe Unity MethodThe Unity method tutorialWelcome to The Unity Method Tutorial - your step-by-step guide to understanding and applying the science of wholeness. In this episode, Austin Williams walks you through the core framework of The Unity Method: Regulation, Story, Release, and Integration. Learn how the nervous system, psychology, and lived experience come together to create transformation from the inside out. This isn’t about fixing what’s broken, it’s about activating the healing intelligence that’s already within you.
2025-10-0706 minThe Unity MethodThe unity method explainedWhat if healing isn’t about fixing what’s wrong, but remembering what’s right? In this episode, Austin Williams breaks down The Unity Method - a neuroscience-based therapeutic model that blends psychology, attachment theory, and mind-body science to restore wholeness. Learn how the brain adapts through trauma, how identity is shaped by story, and why true transformation happens when we stop seeing ourselves as broken. This is the science, the philosophy, and the movement redefining what it means to heal.
2025-10-0706 minThe Unity MethodThe tale of two toolboxes - The Unity MethodIn this episode, Austin Williams introduces The Unity Method through “A Tale of Two Toolboxes” — a story about how modern psychology taught us to fix what’s broken, while the Unity Method teaches us to remember what’s whole. We explore the difference between coping and transforming, symptom relief and true healing, and why both science and soul are needed to restore balance. This is the foundation of a new era in mental health — where every tool points back to one truth: you were never broken.
2025-10-0707 min
Navigating Senior Care with StellaIndependent Living in Austin: Who It's For and What to ExpectStarting our Austin Senior Living Series! In this episode, we're breaking down Independent Living - what it actually means, who it's designed for, and what you can expect in Austin communities.I'm covering:• What Independent Living really is (and isn't)• Who is the ideal candidate for Independent Living• What's included in most Austin communities• Real examples from families I've worked with• Pros and cons you need to consider• Cost ranges in the Austin area• What to look for when touring communities
2025-10-0612 min
Help Me, I'm PoorHelp Me, I'm Poor with Clare Seal and Ellie Austin-Williams - TrailerIntroducing Help Me, I'm Poor, the money podcast with a twist. Each week, Clare Seal and Ellie Austin-Williams discuss how money shows up in their favourite pop culture, from the classic, to the nostalgic, to the contemporary.How much does Joey actually owe Chandler? Is Mrs Bennet just misunderstood? And what would Bridget's Borough Market flat cost in 2025?Be prepared for candid money conversations that you actually want to listen to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-0400 min
The Proven EntrepreneurTransforming Teen Lives: Austin Davis on Mental Health & EntrepreneurshipIn this inspiring episode of The Proven Entrepreneur Show, host Don Williams sits down with Austin Davis, the visionary founder of Clearfork Academy. Austin shares his incredible journey from a youth pastor to a leading mental health professional, dedicated to transforming the lives of teenagers struggling with mental health and substance use issues.Join us as Austin discusses the mission of Clearfork Academy, which provides comprehensive care for adolescents through detox, residential treatment, and outpatient programs. He opens up about his entrepreneurial spirit, influenced by his father's business endeavors, and how his faith and...
2025-04-1421 min
Tailgate BeersEpisode 8 - Austin WilliamsIn this episode, country artist Austin Williams joins the podcast to share his journey from Tennessee baseball dreams to country music stages. Austin reflects on his songwriting roots, inspired by a family history steeped in music, and offers insights into the raw authenticity he brings to his performances. From his friendship with Chase Matthew to his outdoor adventures in hunting and fishing, Austin paints a vivid picture of life as a young musician on the road. Tune in for a fun, down-to-earth conversation about music, faith, and staying true to oneself.
2024-10-2940 min
Hollers & HillsThe Story of Arrowmont: Preserving Appalachian Traditions through ArtIn this episode of Hollers and Hills, hosts Beth Haynes and Austin Williams sit down with Trudy Hughes, the CEO of Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, to discuss the rich history and ongoing impact of Arrowmont on Gatlinburg and the Appalachian arts community. Trudy shares Arrowmont’s origin story, its influence on local artisans, and the school's evolution from a settlement school to an internationally renowned arts institution. Join us as we explore how Arrowmont has helped preserve Appalachian traditions, empowered artists, and overcome challenges like the 2016 wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic.
2024-10-0132 min
Hollers & HillsJimbo Conner: Building Sevier County from Campgrounds to CondosIn this episode, Beth Haynes and Austin Williams sit down with Jimbo Conner, a developer who has shaped Sevier County for over 30 years. From growing up in Pigeon Forge to building campgrounds, condos, and vacation rentals, Jimbo shares personal stories of his family's deep roots in the region and his journey into real estate development. Hear how Sevier County has changed through his eyes, what it's like to preserve family legacy while embracing growth, and his passion for Tennessee walking horses. Tune in for an insightful conversation about the past, present, and future of this thriving area.
2024-09-1725 min
Hollers & HillsThe Transformation of Dollywood: From Rebel Railroad to Smoky Mountain Theme ParkIn this episode of Hollers and Hills, hosts Beth Haynes and Austin Williams chat with Pete Owens, Vice President of Marketing at Dollywood, about the history and evolution of one of America’s most beloved theme parks. From its roots as Rebel Railroad in the 1950s to becoming Dollywood in 1986, Pete shares the park's incredible journey, Dolly Parton's involvement, and the park’s mission to create "memories worth repeating." Dive deep into the latest attractions, including the 2024 Dolly Parton Experience, and explore how Dollywood continues to set itself apart from other theme parks with its authentic Southern hospitality and uniq...
2024-09-0333 min
Hollers & HillsFarm-to-Table in the Smokies: The Apple Barn TraditionIn this episode of Hollers and Hills, hosts Beth Haynes and Austin Williams discuss the rich history and enduring tradition of The Apple Barn, a beloved Sevierville landmark. Joining them are special guests Bill Kilpatrick and his son Kent, the family behind this iconic destination. Starting as a humble orchard, The Apple Barn has blossomed into a full farm-to-table experience, complete with a winery, cider bar, creamery, and more. Listen in as Bill and Kent share heartwarming stories of their family’s journey, the challenges they’ve faced, and how they’ve preserved the mountain flavor that has drawn visito...
2024-08-2034 min
Hollers & HillsJoe Baker’s Legacy: Community, Tourism, Entrepreneurship, & MoonshineIn this episode of Hollers and Hills, host Beth Haynes and co-host Austin Williams are joined by Joe Baker, a former attorney turned businessman and entrepreneur. Joe shares his experiences growing up in Gatlinburg, his transition from law to entrepreneurship, and the creation of the Ole Smoky Distillery. He also discusses the impact of tourism on the local community, his family's business ventures, the revitalization of Ober Gatlinburg, and evolution of Yeehaw Brewing. Tune in to hear Joe's inspiring story of innovation, community spirit, and entrepreneurial success.
2024-08-0627 min
Hollers & HillsThe Ogle Heritage: A Century of Growth in the SmokiesIn this episode of "Hollers and Hills," hosts Beth Haynes and Austin Williams sit down with Jake Ogle to delve into the rich history and ongoing legacy of the Ogle family in Sevier County. From their roots as some of the first settlers in Gatlinburg to their modern ventures in commercial real estate and tourism, the Ogles have been pivotal in shaping the Smoky Mountains region. Join us as we explore the family's entrepreneurial spirit, the evolution of tourism in the area, and the delicate balance between preserving heritage and embracing growth. Discover stories of the past, insights into current...
2024-07-2332 min
Hollers & HillsThe Old Mill: A Culinary and Cultural DestinationIn this episode of "Hollers and Hills," we take you on a historical journey through the heart of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with a special focus on the iconic Old Mill. Join hosts Beth Haynes and Austin Williams as they chat with Jimmy Proffitt, the historian and brand director of the Old Mill. Discover the rich history and pivotal role of this historic grist mill in the community since the early 1800s. From its origins, intriguing Civil War stories, to its evolution into a bustling tourist destination today, the Old Mill remains a cornerstone of local heritage. Learn about the...
2024-07-0931 min
Hollers & HillsExploring Downtown Sevierville: From Dolly Parton's Roots to Modern AttractionsIn our inaugural episode of "Hollers & Hills," we delve into the vibrant history and ongoing revitalization of Sevierville, Dolly Parton's hometown. Join hosts Beth Haynes and Austin Williams as they explore the charming downtown, visit historic landmarks like the Pines Theater, and discuss the community's transformation with local developers and historians. Discover how Sevierville is balancing its rich heritage with contemporary attractions, making it a must-visit destination in the Great Smoky Mountains.
2024-06-2528 min
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Generous Business OwnerAustin Williams: Creating Impact and Building with a Higher PurposeHave you ever wanted to create more of an impact in your community or in the Kingdom with your business?In this episode, Jeff and Austin discuss: Working in the family business from a young age. How your past can influence the impact you make now or in the future. Connecting with peers outside of your immediate circle. Building better as a team. Key Takeaways: Build with a higher purpose than just what your projects look like on paper. Generosity is more than money. Think about how your business can be a platform...
2023-09-0534 min
Let Them Eat GrassTwo Missouri Counties & the AntipodesThe Invisible Things
What lies beneath the soil is generally invisible unless we stick our hands into it. It doesn’t take much sifting of American soil before you run into one invisible thing: Race.
Unsurprisingly, I learned about race from a very distant, middle-class, white perspective. Growing up in the upwardly-mobile suburbs of St. Louis, the son of a pharmacist and a lawyer, I had many privileges only now I can fully appreciate. There was always food in the fridge. Always a parent at home when I was home. And so, so many more....
2023-06-2318 minLet Them Eat GrassHerbivore? Carnivore? Locavore? Find Good, Local Food in these 4 Free DirectoriesIt’s easy to get lost in the interwebs looking for good food.
You have enough to worry about between your job, bills to pay, going Beast Mode during CrossFit, soccer practice for the kids, and date nights with your spouse. Finding a directory of quality food so you can nourish your family AND support the local economy shouldn’t be the straw that breaks the camel’s back.
What else are you going to do? Ask a farmer who their competitors are so you can browse their products? Yeah, I didn’t think so either.
2023-06-0218 minLet Them Eat Grass7 Farmers You Should KnowRegenerative Agriculture is farming with nature rather than against it. Farmers who work regeneratively treat nature like a dance partner rather than a sparring partner.
It’s mimicking on a small, human-directed scale what nature does on a large, wild scale. Regenerative farmers focus on building healthy ecosystems by replenishing the humus which has been lost by centuries of extractive and shortsighted farming methods. They focus on:
Organic matter, hydrology, mineral cycling, ground cover, and plant spacing
NOT
Yield, weeds, disease, pests, artificial inputs, and chemicals
These are seven re...
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Money UnfilteredAsking For More: Why Being Humble Holds Us Back FinanciallyWhy is saying f*ck to being humble so much harder for women than men?We sat down with the powerhouse of self-belief that is Stef Sword-Williams, founder of F*ck Being Humble to chat about why women find self-promotion icky, how to avoid crossing the line into arrogance and how we can start to big ourselves up at work and in our lives.Find out more about Stef at fuckbeinghumble.com and @fbeinghumblePlus, you can now watch the episode in full on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPrI7PiVHJPnYSeIKpKccgw
2022-10-0443 min
CLASSICAL REBOOTWAGNER WAS PROBABLY A PIECE OF SHITWE'RE BACK BABYYYY. For how long? Who knows. Matt and Austin Catch up and discuss exactly why Wagner is the low hanging fruit of racist composers in classical music and ultimately show that Richard Wagner was a piece of shit human.
2022-04-2558 min
CLASSICAL REBOOTARTICLE DISCUSSION: DECOLONIZING ELECTRONIC MUSIC STARTS WITH DAW'SAustin and Matt discuss the Pitchfork article Decolonizing Electronic Music Starts With Its Software. Healthy debate on how current DAW's could be worth exploring more in depth while they do trend to cater towards western music.
https://pitchfork.com/thepitch/decolonizing-electronic-music-starts-with-its-software/https://pitchfork.com/thepitch/decolonizing-electronic-music-starts-with-its-software/
2021-05-101h 02
CLASSICAL REBOOTCARLOS GONZALEZ AND HIS IMMIGRANT MASSAustin and Matt interview Carlos Gonzalez about his upcoming Immigrant Mass that the Chicago Composers orchestra will be premiering on the 22nd of May. Carlos' unique approach to the Mass form and unique interpretations of each movement provide a powerful message and voice for immigrant individuals.
2021-05-0352 min
Your Story MattersMark Hunnicutt - Cancer Survivor Dedicated to Loving PeopleMulti-time cancer survivor, speaker, pastor, missionary, professor, and more...Mark has done it all.Get to know our friend, Mark Hunnicutt🎵 Signup for Soundstripe: soundstripe.com/?fpr=austin(use the coupon code "AUSTIN" for 10% off a yearly or monthly subscription!)One of the most difficult parts of editing a video or starting a podcast, is finding the right song that matches you and your creativity, perfectly! Soundstripe can help with that!)And yes, this episode is sponsored by Soundstripe!…Subscribe!!Fac...
2021-04-291h 07
CLASSICAL REBOOT"Savants & Geniuses" (Rest in Piss J*mes Levine)Austin and Matt discuss the fetishization of the Savant/Genius in Classical music. Also, J*ames Levine died the day this episode was recording so we talk about what a shit stain of a human they were.
2021-04-261h 15
CLASSICAL REBOOTWhat's Up with the Grammy's? (A Podcast Shitpost)Austin and Matt discuss the Grammy's in Classical music...among other super related topics
2021-04-191h 15
CLASSICAL REBOOT#19 SEX DRUGS AND...CLASSICAL MUSIC?Austin and Matt discuss the culture around addiction, substance abuse, and relationships in the world of Western Classical music.
2021-04-121h 03
CLASSICAL REBOOT#18 ELECTRONIC INSTRUMENTS IN CLASSICAL MUSIC...kind ofAustin and Matt set out to discuss electronic music in classical music but ultimately derail and talk about progressive rock...which isn't completely unrelated. Listen in to this rabbit trail fueled discussion on the topic!
2021-04-051h 05
CLASSICAL REBOOT17. NOTATION IN CLASSICAL MUSICAustin and Matt discuss a brief history of notation in Western Classical Music while also touching on the positive and negative sides of it. The discussion also leads into the use of more unconventional notation techniques and how those became more prevalent in the 20th c. repertoire.
2021-03-291h 10Your Story MattersMatt Seagle - Visual Story Teller and Worship LeaderGet to know our friend, Matt Seagle.🎵 Signup for Soundstripe: soundstripe.com/?fpr=austin(use the coupon code "AUSTIN" for 10% off a yearly or monthly subscription!)One of the most difficult parts of editing a video or starting a podcast, is finding the right song that matches you and your creativity, perfectly! Soundstripe can help with that!)And yes, this episode is sponsored by Soundstripe!…Subscribe!!Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YS...
2021-03-241h 10
CLASSICAL REBOOT#16 THE OPERA! Guest: Dorian CunninghamAustin and Matt interview Composer Dorian Cunningham about vocal music and his Opera Frideswide and the Devil. Dorian has a large catalogue of vocal repertoire and speaks about what it's like to work with text and people who write the text to be use for musical purposes.
2021-03-221h 01
CLASSICAL REBOOT#15 NEW MUSIC GROUPS: ARTIST RESIDENCIES & FESTIVALSPart 3 of Austin and Matt's discussion on New Music groups. Artist residencies and Festivals both have the capacity to host new music groups but will often stick with canonical repertoire. Listen in to find out more!
2021-03-121h 10
CLASSICAL REBOOT#14 NEW MUSIC GROUPS PART 2: DIYAustin and Matt continue their discussion on new music groups with a focus on DIY groups.
2021-03-101h 15
CLASSICAL REBOOT#13 NEW MUSIC GROUPS PART 1Austin and Matt discuss new music groups and how they influence the public consumption of new music.
2021-03-081h 07
CLASSICAL REBOOT#11 PERFORMENCE SPACESAustin and Matt Discuss how changing performance spaces may or may not influence the public's consumption on Western Classical Music
2021-02-221h 01
CLASSICAL REBOOT#10 ARTICLE REVIEW #2: Calls For ScoresAustin and Matt Discuss the articles “Calls for Scores” The Teenage Years of a Composing Career by Alexis C. Lamb and Dissing the Competition by Alex Shapiro (no relation). Both articles discuss how Calls for Scores for composers can often be a gamble and not ultimately worth it for the composer.
2021-02-1558 min
CLASSICAL REBOOT#9 THE ROLE OF THE CONCERTAustin and Matt discuss the Role that the concert has in Wester Classical Music and whether it is to educate and inform or to showcase talent and prestige.
2021-02-0859 min
CLASSICAL REBOOT#8 A CRITIQUE OF LARGE ACADEMIESAustin and Matt discuss the positive and negative sides of large academies in Western Classical Music
2021-01-251h 55Your Story MattersDavid Lanza - The Producer, Singer, SongwriterGet to know my friend, David Lanza.From performing in China to the Rose Bowl, Dave has had a very interesting life.It all comes back to music.🎵 Signup for Soundstripe: soundstripe.com/?fpr=austin(use the coupon code "AUSTIN" for 10% off a yearly or monthly subscription!)One of the most difficult parts of editing a video or starting a podcast, is finding the right song that matches you and your creativity, perfectly! Soundstripe can help with that!)And yes, this episode is spo...
2021-01-1856 min
CLASSICAL REBOOT#7 ARTICLE REVIEW: New York Times Best Classical Music Tracks of 2020Austin and Matt discuss the New York Times Best Classical Music Tracks of 2020 article. The article has a wide range of classical music aesthetic and we encourage any and all people to check out the list and listen to the accompanying playlist!
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Instagram: CLASSICAL_REBOOT
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2021-01-111h 20
CLASSICAL REBOOT#6: MINIMALISM IN THE 20TH CENTURY: A brief overviewBONUS CONTENT: Austin and Matt discuss what minimalism is and what it meant for American composers in the 20th Century. Please excuse any continuity errors or mention of other episodes that may not have been released!
2021-01-0447 min
CLASSICAL REBOOT#5 SOUND DESIGN VS. TRADITIONAL COMPOSITIONAustin and Matt discuss the differences between sound design and traditional compositional techniques in the context of horror films in this Nightmare Before Christmas special!
2020-12-291h 17
CLASSICAL REBOOT#4 POLITICS AND IDEOLOGY IN WESTERN CLASSICAL MUSICAustin and Matt discuss how politics and ideology influence how Western Classical music is performed, written and perceived by the audience.
2020-12-141h 58
CLASSICAL REBOOT#3 ELITISM IN CLASSICAL MUSICAustin and Matt discuss the origins of the elitist culture that surrounds western classical music and what that means in a modern context
2020-11-301h 20
CLASSICAL REBOOT#2 CONCRETE VS. ABSTRACT IDEASAustin and Matt discuss the differences between the abstract and concrete ideas within both music writing and performing.
2020-11-1658 min
CLASSICAL REBOOT#1 THE COMPOSER/PERFORMER RELATIONSHIPAustin and Matt discuss the nuance of the relationship between the composer and the performer.
2020-11-0359 minYour Story MattersSarah Maddack - TikTok Fame, Going Viral, and MoreSarah Maddack is known for her famous raps on the social media platform, TikTok.Most notably, "Vitamin C" and "Hey Slug" are her two viral hits in 2020.Sarah is truly an amazing person and incredible to speak to! Make sure you check her out on all social platforms!Stay till the end to find out how! 🎵 Signup for Soundstripe: soundstripe.com/?fpr=austin(use the coupon code "AUSTIN" for 10% off a yearly or monthly subscription!)One of the most difficult parts of...
2020-08-0558 minYour Story MattersMarcus Inyang - Pandemic, Social Climate, and MoreMarcus and I met 10 years ago when we MC'd an event in ATL together.One of the greatest guys you could ever know!He and his wife are photographers, vloggers, and love Jesus above all else!Check out his story right here!🎵 Signup for Soundstripe: soundstripe.com/?fpr=austin (use the coupon code "AUSTIN" for 10% off a yearly or monthly subscription!)One of the most difficult parts of editing a video or starting a podcast, is finding the right song that matches you...
2020-07-011h 11Let Them Eat GrassAugust 13, 2016The true story of how I met my wife, Kelli Williams, on top of a mountain in Colorado. Narrated by Austin and Kelli Williams, Calvin Blaylock, Bradford Barnett, and Ashton Anderson. For your listening pleasure.
2020-03-1439 minLet Them Eat GrassDark SkyNow, imagine that actually happened. Because it did. We've by and large lost the expectation to be able to see the night sky. It has become the exception rather than the rule. The night sky has been disappearing rapidly from the public consciousness, and it loss is extremely detrimental to more species than just ours.
Birds need it to navigate and baby sea turtles need it to help them get from the beach to the ocean, as just a couple examples.
Join me as I argue for responsible stewardship of one of our most valuable...
2020-01-2213 minLet Them Eat GrassSalvation in the SoilRashid Nuri started with a degree in political science from Harvard and ended up as an urban farmer in Atlanta. He's traveled across the post-colonial world to 36 different countries as he sought to aid in nation-building. He wanted a practical skill to help these fledgling nations get off their feet, and he could think of none better than farming. He's on a God-directed mission to bring natural food to communities so they can thrive. Listen to his story.
2020-01-1536 minYour Story Matters#22 - Nicole Kirkman - The Story of a Singer and Worship LeaderNicole and Austin have a deep discussion about comparison on social media, Instagram likes, her music, and much more!Get to know this beloved singer from the West Georgia area here on Your Story Matters …Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-12-3059 minLet Them Eat GrassBudgeting for Pasture-Raised FoodDuring the 2018 Christmas season, the average American family spent over $1000 on holiday-related expenses. Ironically, the average family surveyed a few month's prior believed they'd only spend around $700. That's a $300 gap between expectations and reality.
One solution is a zero-based budget, and one way to budget is with an app called Every Dollar. I've been using this app for more than two years, and it's definitely the best budgeting app I've ever used.
After all, pasture-raised food is expensive. Our farm's ground beef is twice as expensive as Walmarts, but for good reason! Listen more to...
2019-12-1817 minYour Story Matters#21 - April Rich - Actress, Model, and Yoga InstructorAustin and April discuss April's former life as an actress in movies like, The Blind Side, Zombie Land, and more!April is a renown Yoga instructor and is a strong leader in her community!Get to know her story here!…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-12-181h 05Let Them Eat GrassOff the Record: The Farming GameAs a farmer, I've come to see just how complicated the world of farming is. Debt, severe weather events, and decades of convention have all helped turn the colloquial relationship with the farmer down the street to the world of globalized, commodity-based farming. Stay with me as I try to parse it out for you.
2019-12-0423 minYour Story Matters#20 - Ben McAdams - The Art of Starting a BrandBen and Austin talk marketing, social media, house flipping, his music, and more!Get to know Ben McAdams and his life behind IndieeFox and Cryptid Pro!Check out Ben's music ----> HERE!…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-11-2757 minLet Them Eat GrassCome Health or High Water (with Mariah Boatright)Diets can be overwhelming and confusing.
It seems like a new one pops up every minute, and ones we thought were new are just rebranded ones from ten years ago. What do we believe?
Especially what do we believe when we have people preaching extremes, and they both seem healthy?
Can we be both fully vegan and fully carnivore? (Don't think too hard about it)
In this episode I explore a possible middle ground for diet. The easiest answer to the question of whether or not I should eat meat is...
2019-11-2030 minYour Story Matters#19 - Tony Schnur (Thick44) - Neebs GamingTony is an actor, YouTube personality, musician, and much more!In this episode, Austin and Tony discuss Tony's life, overcoming bullies, Neebs Gaming, music, and more! Follow Tony right here --> @Thick44Check out our sponsor, Run Rule Reign and donate to their Holiday giveaway!@RunRuleReign Give…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsC...
2019-11-151h 17Let Them Eat GrassFarm-to-Fork Restaurants (with Ben Parks)Farm-to-Fork is a loosely affiliated restaurant movement that champions close relationships with local farmers instead of nationwide distributors. Wherever you live, there are likely restaurants nearby that practice this philosophy. Farm-to-Fork is part of a groundswell of popular support away from processed food and towards wholesome eating. I interviewed Ben Parks, the chef/owner of a farm to fork restaurant in Columbia, MO. He talks about the movement, the struggles, and the future of good food.
2019-11-0634 minLet Them Eat GrassRedux: InterviewRecently I got interview on the podcast "Faith and Family Fellowship" by Pastor Chris Buscher. I go deeper into the theological underpinnings of why I do what I do than normally happens on my episodes. I hope all who listen can be strengthened and encouraged. Whether or not you're a brother or sister in Christ, I think you'll find it interesting.
2019-10-2440 minLet Them Eat GrassBackyard Animals (with Janet Garman)Across the US, farm animals have been creeping into formerly suburban spaces. There has been an incredible interest in keeping backyard poultry for the many ecological benefits they offer. Trash disposal plus fresh eggs every morning? Sign us up! Chickens do everything from helping control tick populations to recycle biomass. It's a win-win situation.
Goats and sheep aren't as common, but they are equally valuable. In fire prone countries like Portugal and states like California, tribes of goats are used to build fire breaks ahead of encroaching wildfires. They eat through all the flammable material, which deprives...
2019-10-2442 min2019-10-2301 minYour Story Matters#18 - Kelton Hunt - Mixed VibesKelton and Austin talk about Kelton's music, sports career, and how he was able to turn the tragedy of losing his mother into a positive that gives him hope.Also, life update from Austin!Enjoy!…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-10-1854 minLet Them Eat GrassLeave A TraceLeave No Trace (LNT) is a backcountry wilderness ethic preached in many of our national parks. It makes sense. Don't litter, respect wildlife, stay on the trail, etc. But it has blind spots. It encourages an ecological disconnectedness with actions in our daily lives. We might not litter in the park, what what happens to the plastic wrappers that covered our food when we bought it at the store? See? Trash has to go somewhere, too.
Conscious Impact Living (CIL) will hopefully be the replacement for LNT. I didn't create it, and I don't even think LNT...
2019-10-0922 minYour Story Matters#17 - Jon Groves - Digital MissionariesAustin and Jon talk about the life of an evangelist, the life of a preacher's kid, and what a "Digital Missionary" means in 2019.Connect with Jon on all social platforms by searching @JonLGroves …Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-09-2553 minLet Them Eat GrassCould Localism Cure Globalism?Our penchant for global travel is destroying the very places we're trying to see. Whether it's going off trail for the perfect instagram picture, or it's more invisible like carbon dioxide melting around 90% of the world's glaciers, these fragile environments are breaking down right in front of our eyes.
Tourism isn't new. Even the Pharoahs of ancient Egypt visited monuments like the Great Sphinx built 1000 years previously. But we aren't going for these grand, month-long tours of different countries. Most tourists now are from the emerging middle class, and they only have time for a week. So...
2019-09-2516 minYour Story Matters#16 - Jeremy 'Pop' Jones - Everything GeorgiaJeremy and Austin talk about all things Georgia in this episode that took place LIVE from Keegan's in Smyrna!Atlanta culture, sports, and more.With over 1.5 Million followers on Twitter, @GAFollowers is one of the main hubs for all things Georgia related. Jeremy is the founder!Get to know more about him right here!…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams...
2019-09-161h 05Let Them Eat GrassAre Beef Cows Making the Amazon Burn?We've heard a lot about the Amazon Rainforest in the news recently.
"The lungs of the world are burning!"
Well, first off, they really aren't the lungs of the world. And the amount of fires this year in the Brazilian Amazon is actually slightly BELOW the 20 year average for fires by this time of year. So why are we hearing about it now?
We're hearing about it because the media are famous for histrionics and over-simplification of complex ecological issues.
Having no oxygen might scare us, but it's not true. It...
2019-09-1115 minYour Story Matters#15 - Former NFL Star Aaron Ross and Durrell Steen - BONUSAustin is joined by former NFL 1st Round Draft pick / 2x Super Bowl Champ, Aaron Ross and Founder/CEO of Brand of A Champion, Durrell Steen!In this episode, you will hear all about the Ross Elite Longhorns with Durrell, Aaron's national championship experience, as well as his 2 Super Bowls against the Patriots, and a whole lot more!Be ready to gain a new perspective!! …Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwi...
2019-09-041h 36Your Story Matters#14 - Marriage is Tough but Amazing - Nick HurstNick and Austin discuss many topics on this episode of Your Story Matters.Marriage, preaching, social media, and much more!To find out more about Nick, listen to the episode and keep up with his story!(Go check out the Encounter Now Podcast)…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-08-301h 23Let Them Eat GrassLessons from SheepSheep aren't complicated animals. They eat, sleep, and poop just like we do. But they are the most mentioned animal in the Bible. We are compared to them more than any one other animal. So, what can we learn about ourselves from sheep?
Sheep are vulnerable, wayward, and need a mentor.
After a year of observing our biological weed control (aka sheep) at work, I have a pretty good idea of what makes them tick. There is a certain nuance to sheep that only becines clear from being around them for months at a time...
2019-08-2817 min2019-08-1401 minLet Them Eat GrassDas SheepThe average American ate around 5 pounds of lamb as late as the 1960's. Now the average American eats less than 1 pound of it.
Concurrently, there used to be herds of 40-50 million sheep in the US prior to WW2. In 2019, there were around 5 million.
Sheep are honestly my favorite animal on the farm. They love eating anything with deep taproots, which provides them with nutrients from deep soil sub-layers. This makes their bones incredibly good to boost your immune system in the form of a bone broth.
Listen more for why you should...
2019-08-1409 minYour Story Matters#13 - Soloist for the Atlanta Braves - Timothy MillerIn this episode of the podcast, Austin and Timothy talk about Timothy's career as a singer, his life before his career, and much more!From Atlanta Braves' home games, Bob's Burgers commercials, the stage, the class room, and more! Timothy's story is one to remember and share with others!…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-08-081h 06Let Them Eat GrassOff The RecordGet ready for a faux-monologue featuring the central theme of HBO's Chernobyl: "What is the cost of lies?"
I can't stop thinking about this question, so I thought I'd pawn some of my existential fears off on you. Excpet instead of bemoaning the shortcomings of communism, I turn my attention to something more familiar. Namely, our food.
Once again, "Off the Record" is a more extemporaneous venture than my normal show. It will feature topics outside of the usual narrow categories of food, broken ecosystems, and a better way to live. Today's episode will be...
2019-08-0707 minLet Them Eat GrassA Gallon of Pasteurized MilkMilk is our our first food.
It's sustained us since the beginning of time. The Lapplanders, Biblical Hebrews, Egyptians, Romans, Greeks, Spanish, and early American colonists all drank it. It's probably been the least controversial thing on the planet for the past couple thousand years or so. When cows eat grass in a pastoral setting, they produce good milk.
But we've lost that logic somewhere along the way in modern America.
We lock our cows in 6x6 foot stalls and make them stand on concrete for the duration of their short lives. We...
2019-07-3124 minLet Them Eat GrassTesni Sojourner WilliamsLast week I said I wouldn't make a new episode if my daughter was born. I had no idea it would be so fast! Well, she was born on July 18, 2019 at 10:42pm in Barnett, Missouri. She, in my ever so humble opinion, is absolutely perfect. Kelli labored for 23 hours, pushing for about 1.5 hours of that. My wife is nothing short of a superstar, and I'm so proud of her. The birth was pretty hairy. Kelli was losing a lot of blood and Tesni had secondary apnia--couldn't breathe right.
This week has been pretty crazy for us. Kelli...
2019-07-2402 minYour Story Matters#12 - Run Rule Reign - Roy DkeRoy and Austin discuss the incredible journey that Roy has been on and what new ventures he is diving into!From singing on the big stage, to clothing brands, and much more!SHARE Roy's story with others!…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-07-221h 04Let Them Eat GrassRaw Milk, So What?Raw Milk is milk that hasn't been changed or adulterated in any way. It's been drunk by everyone from the Israelites of the Bible, to the Romans, to the Spanish Conquistadors, and finally, to us. But, somehow we've decided in the last 90 years or so that 4 millenia of milk drinkers had it wrong. Raw milk is actually super dangerous, or so the American medical and political establishment would have you believe.
Today's episode is the first of a 3 part series. Today I just wanted to cover the basics. I attempt to answer one main question:
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2019-07-1713 minLet Them Eat GrassThe Impossible Burger (with Will Harris)The Impossible Burger is a burger made exclusively from plant protein. And, more specifically, genetically modified (GM) soy. Its creators claim we can do no less than save the planet if we eat them at scale. Its creators also claim that any and all forms of animal agriculture are not sustainable at scale, and that most of the environmental degradation on our planet is traceable to private herds of livestock.
They cast a wide net... a bit too wide in my opinion.
While CAFO's are objectively destructive to the environment and ecosystems they inhabit, our...
2019-07-1140 minLet Them Eat GrassOff The Record"Off the Record" will be a thematically driven show I release from time to time. It's unscripted and pretty laid back. I envision the show as a catalogue of low moments and honest talk. All the stuff that happens to me, or other people I interview, that didn't go the way we thought or simply proved disastrous, will make it on here.
Today's show theme is "time". I am shooting for Dan Carlin's contemplative vibe, but I wax lyrical on just how arbritary time is. But, arbitrary or not, time is important. It's a yardstick for our...
2019-07-0321 minYour Story Matters#11 - Goodbye Season OneThank you SO MUCH to everyone listening!We will be back with NEW guests after a short break!Season 2 is JUST around the corner!- Austin…Subscribe!! Facebook - Your Story MattersInstagram - @YSMpodcast / @AustinWilliamsCTwitter - @AustinCWilliams
2019-07-0115 minLet Them Eat GrassWilderness Abandonment (with Joel Salatin)The radical ideology of wilderness abandonment is getting misapplied to our public and private land.
We are seeing the unfortunate consequences of the "hands off" ecological approach. Everything from beetlekill in Colorado to California burning wildly out of control. Still, we persist in our belief that we need to keep our hands off the land. Rather than use our opposable thumbs for good, we just need to stay off entirely.
We are losing farmland to wilderness at a frightening pace in our country. 3 acres every 60 seconds. At that rate, our farm would be gone in 2.5...
2019-06-2655 minLet Them Eat GrassThe Stewardship Diet (with Kelli Williams)Diets are usually about eliminating stubborn belly fat. That's reductionist, but hang with me. And they are usually recycled. What's in and what's out is really just repackaged every couple of years and given a fancy new name that millenials can get behind. But what I haven't seen is a diet that isn't just totally about you.
Why can't our diets promote consistency in our often chaotic lives? So many diets just end up being short-lived fads because we can't maintain the impossibly high idealism we started them with. Real life just seems to crush it. There...
2019-06-1929 minLet Them Eat GrassEat Mor Beef (with David Boatright)Eating pasture-raised anything has better ecologically regenerative effects than grain-fed anything. But not all meat is created equal. We also run sheep and chickens on our farm, but our cow herd is definitely the backbone. In this episode I delve a little bit into how our production makes our pasture-raised beef different than meat you would find at the grocery store.
Pasture Beef is the number one land-healing food you can eat. They get quite a bum rap in the news media nowadays, and I think I need to be their strong advocate. Any pictures of muddy...
2019-06-1253 minLet Them Eat GrassWhy Bread and Why Wine?I gave a communion talk at my church a couple months ago on the ingredients of communion. I decided that the content fit nicely into the parameters of "real food" we set for this podcast, so I wanted to share it with you.
I heard many years ago that if Jesus instituted communion in 2019, we would probably be drinking soda and eating pizza. I disagree. I think that Jesus chose bread and wine because they communicated something very specific about himself. I think bread and wine teach us about permanence and impermanence.
We will dive...
2019-06-0512 minLet Them Eat GrassDead ZoneWhenever farmers inject artificial fertilizer into their cropland where I live, almost all of it will end up in the Missouri River Watershed. It will be carried to the Mississippi River, and down to the Gulf of Mexico. All this fertilizer has created a dead zone the size of Delaware. And the worst part is that we don't even need artificial fertilizer. We only need it because we've decided cows like grains more than they like grass.
2019-05-2914 minLet Them Eat GrassThe State of Our Farms Address (with Lucinda Cramsley)The average conventional farm sells their product on the commodity market. Corn, Beef, Soybean, etc. Some random trader in Chicago or New York sets the prices for the whole nation and farmers across the US feel the squeeze. They have to bet on intangibles like inflation and future events like the weather months in advance, which is really impossible to do. The loans they took out in the spring need to be repaid with the fall's harvest. Sometimes what they plant or slaughter isn't even worth the initial investment and time they've put into them.
For instance...
2019-05-2234 minLet Them Eat GrassThe Carnivore Bar (with Philip and Merry Meece)I've eaten a lot of meal replacement bars in my life. Most of the ingredients on the back label are unpronouncable.
Since becoming a regenerative farmer, I'd like to believe there is a better way. And, I believe that better way is through something called "The Carnivore Bar". Regardless of whether you've decided to live on a meat and water diet, the Carnivore Bar contains only two ingredients: beef and salt. And I think those are two things most discerning foodies can get behind.
Philip and Merry Meece are my friends. Philip was a combat...
2019-05-1526 minLet Them Eat GrassTame, Bountiful, and BlessedIf you want to make small changes, change how you do things. If you want to make big changes, change how you see things. And today, friends, we are focused on big changes.
Our understanding of "wilderness" in America prevents us from having healthy relationships with the land. It pits farmers and conservationists against each other unnecessarily. It complicates categorizing my farm.
In today's episode, I tap into my roots as a past English teacher. We look at a little etymology, and deconstruct the cultural and ecological assumptions of the word "wilderness". I use a...
2019-05-1019 minLet Them Eat GrassThe Danger of Labels (with Carrie Balkcom)We see labels everywhere, to the point of immunity. Not that we're immune to their effects, but definitely to their presence. We see a label, like "USDA ORGANIC" or "CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF", and we assume it means they are healthy for us. We feel like we've connected the mental dots. But we haven't.
Labels haven't been around forever. Only since meat could be shipped nationwide year-round, which was 1867, did consumers begin to lose touch with their food supply. Leapfrogging to today, and we have no idea where 99% of our food came from. We go further to assume...
2019-04-1235 minLet Them Eat GrassPasture-Raised Eggs (with David Boatright)The majority of the hens in the United States lead monotonous and disgusting lives. From getting their beaks chopped off to prevent nervously pecking their friends, to living in a cage the size of an iPad for their entire lives, millions upon millions of eggs get produced in closely guarded facilities with are often cesspools of death and disease. The eggs are often washed in multiple chlorine baths, which end up leaching through the outer membrane into the egg itself. Yet, as Austin Williams will point out, the valid response is to search for eggs from hens who live...
2019-03-2421 minLet Them Eat GrassPilotWe have food amnesia.
So often we can just buy food without ever thinking where it came from. This has terrible consequences for our bodies and the natural world. I am making this podcast not for other producers of food, but consumers of it. The main problem I had as a consumer of food was a knowledge-problem. I didn't know enough to feel like I could make a difference in my diet. This podcast seeks to arm consumers with the knowledge that makes them dangerous as critical consumers.
We will cover many topics in the...
2019-03-1902 min
Real Deal with Akil5 Belts in just 2 years of boxing??? Austin Williams joins RDWAAustin Williams is a top 3 amateur boxer in the country and he talks about his journey coming from a basketball player to a boxer and how he was able to win multiple belts in just a two year span! EnjoyWatch and follow all RDWA Podcast content across all social media platformsTiktok: @rdwapodcastInstagram: @__rdwaYoutube: Real Deal with Akil Use discount code: RDWA to get 15% off any varsity cooler at https://varsitycoolers.us/discount/RDWA
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