Back to the Land
from With Good Reason Hosted by With Good Reason
People across the nation are starting gardens. From six feet away, of course. Lilia Fuquen (Virginia Humanities Food and Community Program)is collaborating with organizations to bring people “immunity gardens.” Plus: Jinny Turman (University of Virginia College at Wise) tells us about the 70s back-to-the-land movement, and how the fallout of COVID-19 could lead to another movement. Later in the show: The 2008 recession transformed work life for Americans. Susan Coombes (Virginia Commonwealth University) studies its impact on the gig economy, and is watching closely as many gig workers are now essential. Hear why the 40-hour work week may never be the same. And: During this unsettling time, Victor Tan Chen (Virginia Commonwealth University) discusses joblessness after the last economic downturn, finding lessons for today.
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