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

This episode features female-fronted acts who are slated to play the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Festival in 2022.

Artists & Songs Played:

Tanya Tucker "Bring My Flowers Now"

Nicki Bluhm "It's Ok to Not be Ok"

SG Goodman "The Way I Talk"

Oh He Dead "Is it My Love"

Wildermiss "Fallin"

Jennifer Knapp "Undo Me"

Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion Lineup: https://birthplaceofcountrymusic.org/festival/lineup/#/

Codependency is confusing! On this episode we explore definitions of codependent behavior and Sara shares her healing journey.

Resources:

Codependent No More by Melody Beattie

The New Codependency by Melody Beattie

Facing Codependency by Pia Mellody

https://coda.org

Sara's Playlist:

"The Martyr" by John Paul White

Amy Smith with Soulstice Nutrition joins us on this episode as we explore the topic of intuitive eating and gentle nutrition.

Sara's Playlist: "Video" by India Arie

Check out Soulstice Nutrition: https://soulsticenutrition.com

“The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities.”

– Stephen Covey

What does balance look like, and how has the pandemic changed our priorities? We'll explore some new research that defines work-life balance as a cycle instead of an achievement, and talk about small changes to bring our values into alignment with our actions.

Sara's Playlist: "Expectations" by Katie Pruitt

Why I think meal-planning is a keystone habit to enact and how to get started. It doesn't have to be complicated, and it doesn't have to involve 4-6hrs in the kitchen prepping all of your food. A plan will save you mental energy, money and ultimately give you the time you need to spend on things that you value.

Sara's Playlist: "Sinkin'" by Briston Maroney