Aug/Sep 2011 – Holy Cows & Hog Heaven

Preserving Embryonic Entrepreneurs Chapter 16 Discussion In the chapter, Joel talks about how we do not preserve the freedom for embryonic entrepreneurs to access the marketplace today like we did years ago when the “big guys” were getting their start. Do you think this is fair? “It’s a log easier to be against something than … Read the Rest

Decentralization, Bioregionalism,  Globalism Chapter 13 Discussion What are you thoughts on this chapter? It’s your turn to ask the questions.   Cheap Food Chapter 14 Discussion “Cheap Food is only an illusion.” Do you agree with this statement? Should local food be cheaper? How? Is price everything? What do you look at to make your … Read the Rest

Eating in Sync with the Season Chapter 11 Discussion What are you thoughts on this chapter? Is Joel crazy to expect every American to can their own food and own big chest freezers? What would the world look like if we did? What do you currently do to eat with the season? Be Appreciate and … Read the Rest

Be Connected Chapter 9 Discussion In this chapter, Joel says, “It’s time to take personal responsibility and realize joining causes might assuage your guilt, but it won’t do any good.” Do you agree with this statement? He goes on to talk about a couple from Canada who spent a whole year souring local foods so … Read the Rest

First, I would like to apologize for posting this so late. I have no excuse other than I got busy and neglected to do so. I hope that you will take the time to visit each of the discussions for this book. East vs. West Chapter 7 Discussion Joel writes, “Eastern thought provides the moral … Read the Rest