The Urban Exodus Podcast
A podcast by Urban Exodus, hosted by Alissa Hessler

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71 Episodes
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E31: A queer, trans farmer cultivating joy and greater diversity in agriculture | Bo Dennis of Dandy Ram Farm in Monroe, Maine
Published: 11/26/2021 -
E30: A film journalist's Covid move inspires a new chapter and a place to call home | Alicia Malone, TCM Host in ME
Published: 11/19/2021 -
E29: A professional adventurer realizes his vision of a community homestead in the North Maine Woods | Daniel White @theblackalachian in ME
Published: 11/12/2021 -
E28: A contemporary embroidery artist builds a thriving creative business and life outside of the city | Sarah K. Benning in Keene, NH
Published: 11/5/2021 -
E27: A Lieutenant firefighter relocates to the country to build a regenerative farm in Western Oregon | David Barron in Western Oregon
Published: 10/29/2021 -
E26: Sweet homecomings: A queer entrepreneur returns to their family farm to mend ties, preserve & grow | V Smiley in New Haven, VT
Published: 10/22/2021 -
E25: Finding purpose and peace: A single mom's fresh start in the Texas countryside | Hana Oh, LMSW in Central, TX
Published: 10/15/2021 -
E24: From scratch: A chef and former farmer escapes an abusive relationship and builds a food business and supportive place to call home | Melissa Rebholz of Midge’s Kitchen in Wheeling, WV
Published: 10/8/2021 -
E23: A generational farmer's collaborative approach to rural entrepreneurship, agritourism and land stewardship | Christopher Joe owner of Connecting with Birds and Nature Tours in Newbern, AL
Published: 10/1/2021 -
E22: An early career move out of the city for a healthier pace of life | Documentary film festival producer and writer Simone Leon
Published: 7/30/2021 -
E21: Called to serve, a young politician advocates for her community | Councilwoman Safiya Khalid in Lewiston, Maine
Published: 7/23/2021 -
E20: An artist, environmentalist and herbalist's intuition leads to a more intentional life | Alyson Morgan of Earth Star Herbals in Viroqua, WI
Published: 7/16/2021 -
E19: Farmer and activist promoting local, ethical & seasonal eating | Helena Sylvester of Happy Acre Farm & Harvest Queen in Sunol, CA
Published: 7/9/2021 -
E18: A family legacy of farming and farm activism | Clara Coleman of Four Season Farm, Real Farmer Care and the Winter Growers Podcast
Published: 7/2/2021 -
E17: New homesteader reevaluates success, valuing happiness over salary | Jonna Lagunas of J & L Coop in Pine Island, MN
Published: 6/25/2021 -
E16: A family hatchery working towards zero waste & a better future | Franchesca Duval of Alchemist Farm in Sebastopol, CA
Published: 6/18/2021 -
E15: Finding alternative solutions for urban oppression | Matthew Ross of Blackhaven Ranch in Monroe County, MO
Published: 6/11/2021 -
E14: An artist and farmer follows her bliss to a hard but rewarding life | Sara Buscaglia of Farm and Folk in La Plata County, CO
Published: 6/4/2021 -
E13: Forging a rural career in sustainable textile design & education | Christi Johnson of Mixed Color & Stitch Wish in Sullivan County, NY
Published: 5/28/2021 -
E12: The healing power of plants, a woman find calm and purpose reconnecting with the soil | Katrina Harvey owner of Soul Botanical Farms in Mulberry, FL
Published: 5/21/2021
We are in the midst of a Great Awakening. In this uncertain world, people are changing course and getting back to their roots. This movement is happening all over the world. This is the Urban Exodus.Urban Exodus shares honest and inspiring stories of life transitions and transformations. It offers wisdom and practical advice for country dreamers, rural folk, and urban-dwellers alike, who want to feel more connected to the natural world and the purpose and choices in their lives.