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Hoot and Holler Radio - Lizetta Staplefoote and Elani Spencer

In this episode, Lizetta Staplefoote recounts growing up with her mother Pearl, the shock of loss, and how returning to the woods brought healing and renewed purpose.

Youth Poet Laureate Elani Spencer shares how poetry gave her a voice to speak about identity, mental health, and living with chronic illness. Together, their stories celebrate nature, resilience, and the power of speaking your truth.

Gatherer of stories and recruiter of the brave souls to tell them at Hoot and Holler.