On today's show, we chat with Ronni Lundy, a celebrated author and editor who amplifies Appalachian voices while challenging the stereotypes so often attributed to our region. She is a James Beard Foundation Book of the Year Award winner and a founding member of the Southern Foodway Alliance. She'll be in Abingdon on July 21st for A Chef Chat: Broadening the Story We've Been Given, hosted by the VA Highlands Festival.

Ronni's Playlist: John Hartford "Leather Britches"

Tickets: https://vahighlandsfestival.networkforgood.com/events/43215-culinary-arts-traditions-chef-events

Remote work has plenty of perks, but there are also some challenges we can't ignore. On this episode, we'll talk about how to set yourself up for success!

Sara's Playlist: "Fighting the Feeling" by Cailtin Krisko + The Broadcast

Gender identity is a hot topic. What do we get wrong about gender, and how do our ingrained ideas about gender affect us? How can we be more compassionate and respectful of our transgender and gender non-conforming community?

Sara's Playlist:

"I Never Came Out" by Adeem the Artist

Reading Resources:

"Stop Using Phony Science to Justify Transphobia" at Scientific American

"Transgender and Non-Binary People FAQ" at Human Rights Campaign

"Tips for Allies of Transgender People" at GLAAD

"Everyone Uses Singular 'They,' Whether They Realize It Or Not" at NPR

Transgender and Non-Binary Activists to Learn From:

ALOK they/them | On Instagram: @alokvmenon

Schuyler Bailer he/him/his | On Instagram: @pinkmantaray

Ashlee Marie Preston she/her/hers | On Instagram: @ashleemariepreston

Raquel Willis she/her/hers | On Instagram: @raquel_willis

Transgender Assistance Program of Virginia