In this episode, Will and I discussed the challenges of journalism in today’s digital age.  While large metro newspapers struggle to compete in a sea of media content, smaller papers like the Gunnsion Country Times continue to stay relevant.  After all, no one else is covering local events and politics the way that local papers do.

Ciera gets to plan them, which sounds like a ton of fun when you realize that can include everything up to and including unicorn ponies.  Yes, you read that right, and you’ll have to listen to find out what that means…

Recently, Renee went off on her own to start her company Fireweed Ferments, which produces fermented foods such as Sauerkraut and Kimchee.  Fermented foods are all the rage, since they have “good bacteria” for your gut and may help with digestion and possess other benefits.  We discuss the process of making fermented foods, the history of fermented foods, and why she has such a passion about it.