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Episode 163B: Carter Vampires Revealed



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Episode 163B: Carter Vampires Revealed

Lazy Sunday Conversations: New Orleans Plans and Foxfire Remedies

In this light-hearted episode, the hosts discuss their plans for a vampire-themed trip to New Orleans and delve into unique home remedies from the Foxfire book. Topics range from casual chit-chat to old Appalachian cures for ailments like stomach trouble, cramps, colds, and arthritis. The conversation includes humorous anecdotes and nostalgic stories, making for an entertaining and informative session on folk medicine and future travel plans.

00:00 Introduction and Lazy Sunday Vibes

00:36 Time and Future Plans

00:49 New Orleans and Vampire Theme

01:31 Whiteboard and Shopping Adventures

05:26 Foxfire Book and Home Remedies

12:04 Pine Twigs and Rabbit Tobacco Remedies

12:36 Tobacco Harvesting and Health Risks

12:57 Cramps and Unconventional Cures

13:56 Rabbit Tobacco: Uses and Benefits

15:01 Traditional Remedies for Various Ailments

17:10 Spider Bites and Unusual Treatments

18:04 Rheumatism and Arthritis Remedies

20:29 Growing Medicinal Herbs

21:50 Preventatives and Cure-Alls

23:14 Final Thoughts and Farewell


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