Creating Joy with Jake Hunt from Windy Brown Farms

I can’t wait for you to LISTEN to this podcast with Jake Hunt. Put your headphones on and listen now! Jake is the managing partner of Windy Brow Farms, a diversified farm, orchard, bakery & creamery in Northwestern NJ.

He runs this business along with his parents, tackling the unique challenges that come with all family businesses, and those that impact small farms in rural communities in a state that isn’t necessarily known for being “rural”. 

Living out & proud, Jake struggles to find the balance between being an advocate & outspoken voice in the community, while running a successful business in a traditional, often hyper-conservative community in an otherwise blue state.

There are so many gems and delicious quotes in this podcast like these: Get the Full Show Notes + Transcript

“I chose to make this my life, I chose to love it… maybe not even minute of it but there have been sacrifices that make it all worth it.”

“I chose to show up by being a steward of the land, (and) I chose to make it my purpose to feed people.”

“Get outside, breath in, walk around fields, enjoy nature, eat an apple, and take in the view.”

“If (people) see tolerance in the space that we are creating in this corner of New Jersey, that is very red… then maybe they will be more tolerable and respectful in their own lives.”

“It’s about giving someone the gooey ganache brownie that gets them through their day.”

“You grow up queer without being able to put I into words or without being able to express yourself, that gives you a thick skin.”

“We all have trauma…recognize it, don’t suppress it, but (also) don’t let it ruin your life.”

I am excited to hear your thoughts!

Please tag us @itscarlacontreras + @windybrowfarms on Instagram so we can continue the conversation with you. Use the hashtag #showupfullypodcast

Eat Well,

xo Chef Carla

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