Grey Roots and Chicken Boots
This is a hobby podcast with a positive focus. Sharing personal anecdotes, life stories and a look at ways to make the world a better place. Created by a semi-retired Grammy who is self-professed to be "quirky and young at heart."
*Season 2 has now started in 2026.
Episodes
13 episodes
13 - Back in the Podcast Chair - Time to Catch Up
I'm back. Better late than never? Ok, I was really not planning to continue, then I had a change of heart...again! Podcasting is a hobby for me, a creative outlet. Nothing fancy, just me. Today I talk about what's been h...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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17:35
12 - Mistletoe Musings & Holiday Wishes
Christmas is a time of year when many people shine bright lights on the outside and the inside. In today's episode I share positive experiences I had with really kind people during recent weeks. With reflections on the holidays, spirit of...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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29:52
11 - Happy Begins with Me
Happy is such a great word. What makes you happy? Do you need lots of excitement, exotic vacations, new toys...or does the whisper of the breeze in the trees bring a smile to your face? I had a great walk this past week, and the rai...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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37:08
10. Audio Smorgasbord - This and That...and Chickens!
Lots of topics covered in a short time today. No script, just speaking what's on my mind. Recent accomplishments, aging with acceptance of changes, stepping outside the box and Chicken Mom life. A little bit of this and that as I co...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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24:49
9. No AI in the Chicken Coop - Robots Don't Feed Our Hens
Is it real or is it fake? When I was growing up, fake news was typically gossip created by a bully. In today's age, it's the same concept yet delivered in a different manner. Technology can be a wonderful thing, if used for the right reas...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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28:53
8. Slow Down, I'm Trying to Learn
What have you learned in the past week? If I asked you that question today, what would you say? In this episode I look at life, learning and how we learn may change as we grow older. I share stories of learning experiences that could have...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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35:02
7. Did You Intend to Be That Rude, Or Was It a Mistake?
Do you consider yourself to be rude or polite? Is the word "thank-you" a forgotten term, or is it something you say regularly? Do you pass wind in public and laugh out loud, or do your best to remember the old saying "a time and a place?" Ah, w...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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24:38
6. Santa Doesn't Ride a Broom - Why is Christmas in October?
Witches don't belong on Christmas trees, so why are stores blending the holidays into one big commercial display? In today's episode, I share my own feelings on early celebrations and discuss reasons why retailers may be chomping at the b...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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22:37
5. Beauty from Within - Beyond the Bathroom Scale
Beauty from Within is my personal story about a time when I was headed down the path of an eating disorder. In dealing with grief and loss, I found solace in fitness, and attempted to regain control of my world through excessive dieting. This i...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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27:43
4. Thanksgiving Reflections on Life, Caring and Personal Inventories
Thanksgiving is a time to show gratitude, reflect on what we have and think about how we can make the world a better place. I recorded this episode early in the morning, the day after Thanksgiving dinner. It's amazing how time in th...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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21:10
3. Back Yard Reflections on Seasons, Memories and Positive Mindset
Working in the yard can be a catalyst for deep thought. From the touch of the breeze to warm sun on our backs, it's incredible how changing seasons can impact our thought processes, reflections and moods. In this episode I share some stor...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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32:35
2. Friends are Gold
Good friends are like family, and friendships need to be nurtured. As we get older, we discover who are friends truly are, and there's simply no room for fair-weathered friends. In this episode I chat about the value of good friendships, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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12:04
1. Welcome - Quick Intro, About Me, Aging with Humour and Chicken Therapy
Cluck off - I'm busy recording. Ok, I'm being a bit cheeky. This is my first episode in my new podcast series. I'm Lindy, and I just entered the last year in my 50's. My latest line is, "Don't mind me, I'll be 60 in a year." I...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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32:27