Revisionist History Board Game Season
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Dec 21, 2023 
George and Anne Rohrbacher, farmers and co-creators of 'The Farming Game,' share their inspiring journey from the brink of losing everything during the 1970s farm crisis to channeling their experiences into a board game. They delve into how their love story intertwines with farming, reflecting themes of resilience and sustainability. The podcast highlights the challenges faced by farmers, the creation process of their game, and the profound life lessons embedded in gameplay, showcasing how games can bridge personal struggles with broader societal issues.
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Butz's Impact on Farming
- Earl Butz, Nixon's Secretary of Agriculture, pushed for larger, more efficient farms, impacting traditional farming practices.
- His policies, while initially beneficial to some, contributed to a decline in sustainable methods like crop rotation and plant diversity.
Breaks Ranch and the Dome
- George and Anne bought a 1,000-acre ranch, but the house burned down before they moved in.
- Undeterred, they built a geodesic dome and embraced a truly back-to-the-land lifestyle.
Birth of The Farming Game
- Facing crop failure, mounting debt, and a third child on the way, George felt immense pressure.
- While baling hay at 3 a.m., he had the idea to create a board game about farming.