Episode 69

full
Published on:

31st Jan 2026

A Barnyard Language Mini Exclusive: Thoughts and Feelings on the Current Societal Climate

Friends, this isn't your typical episode. Today, Caite and Arlene discuss the current state of the United States, characterized by a slide into fascism and systemic human rights abuses. Katie reflects on the stark contrast between her upbringing steeped in American exceptionalism and the troubling reality of modern America. They highlight the importance of addressing issues beyond politics, such as human rights and family values, while recognizing the challenges faced by those living under oppressive conditions. They emphasize the need for individual and community action, even in small ways, to stand against the injustices they see in their country.

If you're in the thick of it too, we see you and know we are holding space for you here.

We're glad you're joining us for another episode of Barnyard Language. If you enjoy the show, please tell a friend (or two) and be sure to rate and review us wherever you're listening! If you want to help us keep buying coffee and paying our editor, you can make a monthly pledge on Patreon to help us stay on the air.

You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as BarnyardLanguage, and if you'd like to connect with other farming families, you can join our private Barnyard Language Facebook group. We're always in search of future guests for the podcast. If you or someone you know would like to chat with us, get in touch.

If you have a something you'd like to Cuss & Discuss, you can submit it here: speakpipe.com/barnyardlanguage or email us at barnyardlanguage@gmail.com.

Show artwork for Barnyard Language

About the Podcast

Barnyard Language
Real talk about running farms and raising families.
Real talk about running farms and raising families. Whether your farm is a raised bed in your backyard or 10,000 acres and whether your family is in the planning stages or you've got 12 kids, we're glad you found us!

No sales, no religious conversion, no drama. Just honest talk from two mamas who know what it's like when everyone is telling you to just get all your meals delivered and do all your shopping online, but your internet is too slow and you've got cows to feed.

About your host

Profile picture for Caithlin Palmer

Caithlin Palmer