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Tag: The Small Town Life
Ep. 6 | Preserving Southern Food Traditions with The Buttered Home, Brooke Burks
Welcome back! In our latest podcast episode, we take you on a delectable journey through the heart of Southern cooking with none other than Brooke Burks, the culinary genius behind The Buttered Home. This episode is a treasure of stories, family recipes, and cooking tips that will inspire both novice and seasoned cooks alike. Brooke Burks wasn't always a culinary star. Her journey began as a mother approaching the empty nested season without her own hobbies, but with the encouragement of family and friends, she found her passion for cooking and transformed it into a thriving platform. The Buttered Home started as a simple food blog and has now blossomed into a beloved resource for Southern recipes and cooking...
Ep. 5 | Small-Town Values Shape a Big-Time Sales Career, Dakota Dawn Johnson
Have you ever wondered how small-town values can shape a big-time career? In our latest podcast episode, we dive into the incredible journey of Dakota Dawn Johnson. She’s a vibrant personality who’s gracefully made her way from a small town in Alabama to becoming a leading voice in rodeo and sales. From small town roots to rodeo stardom, Dakota’s story starts in the close-knit community of Grady, Alabama. Growing up, she learned the value of community bonds and the beauty of a simple life. In this episode, Dakota looks back fondly on her roots, sharing heartfelt memories of working at her grandparents' restaurant, the Tin Top Cafe. It’s there she discovered her love for people and honed her "gift of...
Episode 3 - Celebrating the Spirit of Family Dairy Farming: Past, Present, and Future
The latest episode of our podcast, "Ep. 3 | The Legacy of Family Dairy Farming with Mr. Bill Cantey, 4C Farms" offers an insightful journey into the resilient world of family dairy farming. Starting with a family-owned dairy business that took root in 1968, the episode narrates how this endeavor became a cornerstone of the family's life. The farm, despite its closure, remains a physical testament to a treasured past that continues to live on. The episode further delves into the strenuous routine of dairy farming from the 1960s to the 1990s, highlighting the resilience required to maintain such a demanding lifestyle. It addresses the economic struggles that have led many small farms to fall under corporate control and acknowledges...