Words in the Wild

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Words in the Wild (fka Books & Boulders) is a podcast for book nerds who love outdoor adventure, wellness, and healing. Hosted by Tiffany and Melanie, each episode explores books rooted in exploration, resilience, rest, and empowerment—creating space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect.

  1. Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler | Chapters 1 - 9

    3月2日

    Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler | Chapters 1 - 9

    Words in the Wild Podcast - Show Notes Episode Summary:In this episode, we dive into Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler, unpacking its powerful themes of resilience, faith, and radical change in a crumbling society. Mel and Tiff break down how Butler’s work offers not just a dystopian vision but a blueprint for collective transformation rooted in spirituality and self-preservation. Episode Highlights:02:11 - Introducing Parable of the Sower: A Black woman’s sci-fi visionary blueprint 13:58 - Meet Lauren Olamina: Hyper-empathy in a dying world 18:30 - Surviving chaos: Keith’s reckless quest and lessons in self-defense 22:13 - Maturity and innocence: Young Keith’s journey & family dynamics 27:16 - Creating Earthseed: A revolutionary spiritual framework around change 44:33 - Keith’s possible future: Robberies, drugs, or escape? Predictions unfold 50:34 - The birth of a new faith: Earthseed as a pathway to collective rebirth 58:40 - Reshaping faith: Moving from passivity to active shaping of our destiny 59:32 - Climate, chaos & community: What Earthseed teaches us today Resources & Links:Author Website: Octavia ButlerWords of the Week: "I was good at my job, so I quit" vlogBlack Owned Book Store DirectoryDirectory of Public Libraries Connect With Us!📸 Instagram: @wordsinthewildpod🎥 YouTube: @wordsinthewildpod💬 Join the Discussion on Facebook📩 Email: wordsinthewildpod@gmail.com💬 Join the Email List: Join the Club💰 Leave a Tip Remember to share your thoughts, predictions, and recommendations. Thanks for listening and being part of the journey!

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Words in the Wild (fka Books & Boulders) is a podcast for book nerds who love outdoor adventure, wellness, and healing. Hosted by Tiffany and Melanie, each episode explores books rooted in exploration, resilience, rest, and empowerment—creating space to slow down, reflect, and reconnect.