Never Picked
By Eddy Gilmore
The official podcast of Tiny Farm Duluth! A weirdo finds a way after being banished from the land of cubicles. Our living rests upon three legs: art, urban farming, and writing. I seek to inspire others to simply get started. Don’t wait to be picked by some magical gatekeeper! Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Never PickedMay 10, 2022
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Engaging Culture
This is the solution to society’s divisiveness, recorded especially for Greg, currently en route to North Dakota. My book: Lit Up: Out of the cubicle and into the real world https://a.co/d/99LfOP4
Jan 24, 202430:32
Get my new book, Lit Up, today.
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Nov 15, 202306:29
Embracing Limitations
Sometimes a lazy approach works best. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Oct 02, 202312:59
Whiteside Island. Another chapter culled.
The overarching story contained within my upcoming book didn’t want this chapter, so I’m sharing it here in all its raw unedited glory. It’s an epic tale about connecting with your place through history, adventure, story, physical exertion, friendship, and more. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Sep 21, 202336:35
How we finish matters.
Recorded high atop a pine-studded ridge line along the Superior Hiking Trail. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Sep 01, 202319:20
How to write a letter
My humble effort to save the world. Help save us all by supporting the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Aug 20, 202317:19
Irrational joy is a cue
Irrational joy is critical to cultivate, pursue down the rabbit hole, and even for staying on the path laid out for you. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Aug 08, 202317:23
I made this for you
Work that touches one person, or a handful, can be deeply meaningful. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jul 25, 202322:26
Cultivating eccentricity
Those bringers of irrational joy must not be stifled. They are clues into your unique gift for society. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jun 24, 202326:56
In the Groove
Existing within a state of perpetual awe, gratitude, and wonderment. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jun 12, 202317:25
Too many words about generosity.
Merely money??? www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jun 02, 202328:10
Only priorities. Rhythm, part 3.
Always available, antennae tuned, for that next priority. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
May 11, 202313:15
The wild life. Another chapter chucked.
This was the messiest, perhaps weakest, chapter from my upcoming book. I’m pulling it out, a painful process. Support my work at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
May 07, 202323:59
The Rhythm Method. Unexplained
Finding a groove. Two things I don’t understand. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Apr 28, 202312:31
All’s Quiet On the Northern Front
Challenges at the end of seasons are a gift. They make us ready and grateful for that which follows. We’re on the cusp of an empty nest, and, I kid you not, I’m not dreading it. Blog post referenced: eddygilmore.com/2023/03/02/a-first-swing-home-run/ Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Apr 03, 202323:33
The medium is the message.
My response to a recent question, “How’s it going?” is influenced by Neil Postman’s influential book, “Amusing Ourselves to Death.” Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Feb 10, 202331:38
A chapter devoted to destruction
Recorded in the afterglow after hauling in 700 pounds of seed, here’s a chapter that probably should be deleted from my upcoming book. Your thoughts are solicited! Also tucked in for edification, some musings on living more intuitively. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jan 24, 202324:31
Joy in returning, retrieving, and receiving.
Three quick acts. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jan 13, 202313:17
Don’t fear the rabbit hole!
Failure is a critical first step. A willingness to look like a fool removed a fear of venturing down rabbit holes into half-baked ideas that lit me up. Take a look see at one of mine here: eddygilmore.com/2022/12/07/boots-a-love-story/ If you’re keen to support the show, here you go: www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Dec 13, 202222:30
The Joy of Work
When joy overflows in and through our work, it becomes sacred. Listen to Palomino here: open.spotify.com/track/0zosLtbwbykpbPRyZMCeL5?si=IX1T58aaQ3uND4L9YeLt8A. See Shawna’s album cover here: open.spotify.com/album/7fdKumU2pRXoe003suW16G?si=lZifnYGHQTyo69kAWHwsxw. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Dec 02, 202216:13
Whittling down to essentials.
See photos and whatnot in this old blog post I referenced: eddygilmore.com/2016/10/20/whittling-down-to-the-essentials/
Nov 15, 202226:24
A Cord of Three Strands: Brains, Brawn, and Commerce.
Here’s a link to that old blog post I referenced from those early days of unemployment: eddygilmore.com/2014/08/14/alex-laveau-and-munger-trail-extravaganza-also-bbc-is-the-best-rx-for-the-unemployed/
Nov 05, 202207:02
The deleted introduction to my next book.
I’d love to hear your reaction to this. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Oct 10, 202213:07
Sometimes one is enough.
For a little more on this, take a look see at this referenced blog post: eddygilmore.com/2022/09/09/a-good-woman-is-hard-to-find/ Support the show www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Sep 15, 202217:48
Montana. The problem is the solution.
Recorded in a hammock beside the Stillwater River in a remote piece of heaven, this is the story of a family hike that was accomplished through our individual weaknesses, not merely in spite of them. See photos on the accompanying blog post: eddygilmore.com/2022/08/23/montana-the-problem-is-the-solution/
Aug 23, 202208:41
Partnership
A recent situation has me rethinking all customer relationships. Basically, screw ‘em. Bring on the partners. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Aug 10, 202215:29
A rare time capsule + a bowl of cherries.
This includes a clip recorded during the farm’s early days. The dust was finally settling after a series of cataclysms had channeled our path, the only way forward. It was magnificent! Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jul 08, 202211:36
Shifting Out of Dad-guilt
Learning to relax as a parent, and jettisoning the guilt. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jun 14, 202227:39
Coincidence. Serendipity. Risk.
They put a spring into my step. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
May 23, 202212:32
Adam Swanson’s solar panels, work ethic, murals, and more.
Another great conversation with my third-favorite artist (behind my wife and Van Gogh). Wait till you hear where his next artist’s residency is taking him! Adam is a textbook example of putting in the work to not only achieve recognition and sustainability in one’s chosen vocation, but also in becoming an indispensable part of the community. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore. www.adamswanson.com
May 10, 202237:01
Gooseberry River, don’t run dry.
The Stand. News of the World. Coincidence??? Beer. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
May 04, 202224:48
Go where you’re celebrated, not merely tolerated.
A couple amazing experiences balanced out a recent negative one. Check out my referenced blog post at eddygilmore.com/2022/04/26/keep-showing-up-especially-if-youre-depressed/ Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Apr 27, 202219:01
Becky Schlegel: the prettiest voice you’ve never heard.
A candid conversation with one of Minnesota’s hidden gems. Listen to her first appearance on Prairie Home Companion here: www.prairiehome.org/shows/57969.html (she comes on at 40 minutes and 1 hour 20) and here’s a direct link to her gorgeous song Little Janie: open.spotify.com/track/5gOBvoYlcfIOsTh7zm0Sdx?si=6y8smokQTDmwMMjRb6MIjg And finally, you can see her further progression with her latest release here: open.spotify.com/album/1rQx6HYJUHbxF97f0SqrQi?si=ChPSGFdBSSWYzdSS3ZAdkQ Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Apr 20, 202236:19
Good golly Ms. Molly!
One long voicemail message. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Apr 16, 202225:38
Gratitude overflow.
Bathtub gratitude. Recorded on the back deck as this week’s sunflower shoots soaked in their first rays of sunshine. Listen to Becky Schlegel sing Wildwood Flower at open.spotify.com/track/5fpYvUkPtUIEHOumwFFYkS?si=DRv3ds0cS92pCiNLhkiW_w Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Apr 05, 202219:26
Gas. Hockey. The American Dream.
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Mar 29, 202211:45
Maybe straight A’s shouldn’t be the point.
Finished an awesome convo with Dan. DANG! Part two. Super awesome fathering, a farm origin story, and much more from the cabin. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Mar 22, 202224:43
Isabella. Dan. DANG!
Chatting with the most successful chap I know in an off-grid cabin an hour north of Duluth. Also a quick sashay into the Flathorn-Gegoka ski trails. What a gem! See snaps at eddygilmore.com/2022/03/05/a-big-smooch-for-isabella/ Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Mar 15, 202227:18
How to prevent a clash of civilizations. Part 2
Drawing an imperfect line from Constantine to Putin. Moscow as the 3rd Rome, and Kiev, Ukraine as their origin story. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Mar 07, 202218:47
How to prevent a clash of civilizations. Part 1
It’s hard to hate someone you’ve grown to love. Some thoughts on the crisis in Ukraine zoomed way out to the macro level. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Mar 02, 202233:57
Patron saints
Open to discover life-changing gifts within. When finished you must check out this blog post about Blake Shippee I reference: eddygilmore.com/2017/04/20/glens-neighbor-unraveling-the-mystery/amp/ Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Feb 19, 202234:28
Chandler. More than just a character on Friends.
A recent Instagram post from Eric Chandler sent me down the rabbit hole. While I did indeed procrastinate myself out of any progress on my book, this is good stuff! #kekekabic Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Feb 09, 202221:46
Weekend update
The very latest! Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Feb 05, 202222:59
Never let a good depression go to waste.
How a remarkably persistent depression in the midst of my midlife crisis resulted in Tiny Farm Duluth. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jan 25, 202208:50
Culture club
Station Eleven continues to deliver impactful thoughts on culture. Also, one of the most troubling realizations of my life. Oh, and pass the butter! Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jan 18, 202234:49
The Answer
In conclusion to last week’s wonderings, herein lies the answer. Give Mary Gauthier’s song a listen: open.spotify.com/track/6684GUHy1jpyhJVzpz5OFr?si=rxT2Gir4QDGQUizAN8-gwQ Also, you may support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jan 11, 202205:45
What if your talents aren’t world class?
A girl raised in the hills of Idaho by survivalists is a better writer than me. Gifts. Vacationing along the snowy Canadian border. Etc. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Jan 04, 202229:20
The News
Tune in to the sort of news that will fill you up, make your spirit soar, and foster a better connection with your community and place. www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Dec 21, 202119:36
Prioritizing Relationships. A remarkable toad. Cash.
A full-on update. Feedback and questions welcomed at www.EddyGilmore.com Support the show www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Dec 14, 202115:15
Moments of magic in the mundane.
Enchantment often finds us at unexpected moments when we’re open to it. Support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/eddygilmore
Dec 07, 202113:44