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The episode celebrates America's 250th anniversary by discussing the legacy of American craftsmanship and the history of log homes.

Send us Fan Mail America turns 250, and we're celebrating the best way we know how: talking about the American-made traditions that helped build this country. In this special Born in the USA episode of the Acorn & Leaf Podcast, Lynn Gastineau and Lacey Schmidt discuss the legacy of American craftsmanship, the history of log homes in the United States, and why building with American materials still matters today. From the courage of the Founding Fathers to the hardworking loggers, mill w...

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Host: Lynn Gastineau

Guest: Lacey Schmidt

Topics covered

• American craftsmanship
• log homes
• building materials
• American traditions
• history of log homes

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Books & works: Born in the USA

Places: America

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