#162 Why People Are Escaping Cities & Buying Chickens 😆

#162 Why People Are Escaping Cities & Buying Chickens 😆

June 14, 2026 · 53 min · Episode 162

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The episode discusses the trend of people leaving cities for more self-sufficient lifestyles, questioning societal control and the importance of community.

Apparently wanting chickens, a vegetable garden and a bit of space is now “extreme” 😆 In this coffee chat with Brice from Esoteric Atlanta — plus a special appearance from Hilda the emotional support “carrier pigeon” — we talk about why so many people are starting to question city life, digital ID, 15-minute cities, surveillance, self-checkouts, electric cars, food control, community, and the urgent need to rebuild real-life skills. This isn’t about fear. It’s about adult responsibility. Because at some point, we have to ask: Are we becoming safer… or simply more controlled? And if the system keeps making independence look suspicious, maybe it’s time to remember that growing food, keeping animals, knowing your neighbours and learning basic survival skills used to just be called being human. Let us know in the comments: Are you thinking about moving out of the city? Are you learning self-sufficiency skills? And what does freedom look like to you now? ———————————————— Work with Catherine If you'd like deeper support for yourself or the animals in your care, explore Catherine’s consultations and courses here: 🌿 https://www.catherineedwards.life Use code BRICE10 for 10% off…

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