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40 Acres & a Fool

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40 Acres & a Fool is a weekly podcast hosted by Cam Edwards, editor at Bearing Arms, exploring rural life, food, family, firearms, and freedom with a sense of humor and a natural curiosity.
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Chemo, Cars, And The Cannonball Run 10/14/16

Cam’s flying solo this week as Miss E recovers from one more minor surgery before her chemotherapy begins. This week , he’s tackling the pre-winter farm prep: moving livestock to new quarters, making sure the family has plenty of propane for the house, and more. Plus, Cam delves into history with a look at the fascinating life of the founder of the Cannonball Run, and explores the creepy side of the Internet of Things.

Oct 14, 2016•59 min

Beyond Debate 10/6/16

The Vice Presidential debate has come and gone, and the tiny town of Farmville, Virginia is starting to recover from the media onslaught. Meanwhile, Miss E is still on the road to recovery, even as she gets ready for the next chapter in her fight with cancer.

Oct 07, 2016•1 hr 7 min

A Break In The Clouds 9/29/16

The rain has stopped long enough for Cam to sit down at the picnic table for another edition of 40 Acres & A Fool, and there’s a lot of updates; from Miss E’s health to Farmville’s big day hosting the Vice Presidential debate, and updates from friends old and new.

Sep 29, 2016•56 min

The Road To Recovery 9/23/16

After a week of upheaval, Miss E is now healing at home while recovering from serious surgery. Finding strength and support from the many emails from listeners and fellow “fools”, both Cam and Miss E are facing the next step in treating her illness, and after many months of not knowing what it is that they’re dealing with, the couple finally have some answers.

Sep 23, 2016•59 min

The Spirit Of ‘76 9/16/16

It’s the 76th episode of 40 Acres & a Fool, and the spirited Miss E is ready to (in the words embroidered on her socks) “Kick This Day In It’s Sunshiney Ass”. Recorded hours before her surgery to remove a lung tumor, Cam and Miss E reminisce about their early days together, worry about what lies ahead, and find strength and support in the love of friends, family, and fellow fools.

Sep 16, 2016•47 min

Coq Et Vin 9/9/16

Cam and Miss E are trying to distract themselves from her upcoming surgery, and a new attraction in Farmville is helping to do just that. Plus, a surprise in the flock of chickens, as well as goat yoga and and update on California's cow fart crisis (no, really).

Sep 09, 2016•38 min

58 Acres and a Fool? 9/3/16

Cam and Miss E are back at the picnic table on a starry summer night with news from the doctors about Miss E’s impending surgery. Plus, Cam’s found a beautiful farm for sale in central Virginia, but there’s a twist: the owner is selling it through an essay contest, and the deadline is fast approaching (he’s got info on how you can enter as well).

Sep 02, 2016•47 min

Giving Thanks 8/30/16

Thanksgiving is coming a little early to the 40 Acres this year, as both Cam and Miss E give their thanks for all of the well wishes and kind words sent by so many this week. Miss E does have an update from her doctor, taking her one step closer to treating the illness she’s been dealing with all summer. Plus, Cam’s comments about dying towns has prompted a lot of great questions about what it takes for a small town to survive or even thrive today. There’s a seat at the picnic table under the st...

Aug 30, 2016•51 min

The Waiting Game 8/19/16

Cam and Miss E are still waiting for new information about her mysterious malady, but they're doing their best to distract themselves in the kitchen and around the farm. From canning tomatoes and making salsa to dealing with mischievous goats, there's never a dull moment in this week's 40 Acres & a Fool.

Aug 19, 2016•44 min

More Questions Than Answers 8/12/16

The summer growing season has taken a back seat to the growing concerns about Miss E's mysterious ailment, but Cam and his company are keeping calm and keeping on (or trying to anyway) with trips to local farmer's markets and orchards. Plus, California cattle ranchers and dairies are raising a stink over the state's latest plan to combat climate change... by cutting down on cow farts.

Aug 12, 2016•43 min

RIP, Chip 8/5/16

Cam welcomes Miss E back to the kitchen table, but the pair have to say goodbye to a longtime resident of the farm. It’s not all bad news this week, though, as they also celebrate their wedding anniversary and a return to school for the kids (children, not goats).

Aug 05, 2016•51 min

Catching a Break 7/29/16

The heat wave has broken on the 40 acres, and with (slightly) cooler weather and a bit of rain things are starting to look up for the small farms in central Virginia. Miss E has more questions than answers when it comes to her mysterious ailment, but Cam's got an update for all those keeping her in their thoughts and prayers.

Jul 29, 2016•37 min

The Heat Is On (And The Humidity’s Up There Too)- 7/25/16

Summer has settled on the 40 Acres, and the blazing heat and fetid humidity are taking their toll on creatures big and small. It’s all part of what’s been a pretty rotten week for Cam and the family, but with love, support, thoughts, and prayers (along with a mindless distraction or two), they’re making it through the rough patch.

Jul 25, 2016•29 min

40 Acres & a Fool Short Clip: David Kennedy - Don't Shoot

Cam recommends a book by David Kennedy titled, Don't Shoot: One Man, a Street Fellowship, and the End of Violence in Inner-City America. A story about Operation Ceasefire and ending gang violence in America's inner-cities.

Jul 15, 2016•12 min

No Break From The Breaking News - 7/12/16

Cam’s back with another “Fireside Chat” about the state of the nation (not good), the garden (even worse), and the latest from homesteaders, small farmers, and fellow “fools” from around the country.

Jul 13, 2016•43 min
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