#7 - Freedom & Homesteading: Roger Williams' Independence Day Story

Happy Independence Day! Join us on a special episode as we delve into the incredible legacy of Roger Williams, the founder of Rhode Island, and his pivotal role in shaping America's liberty & independence. Find the parallels between his pursuit of freedom and the modern-day quest for independence in homesteading--breaking free from 'the system' to secure essential needs like water, food, heat, and power.

Special thanks to Roger Williams historians John McNiff and Stan Lemons for previously sharing their remarkable knowledge and making this episode come alive!

Show notes for episode #7:
https://www.TheReadyLife.com/7

How to make your homestead more independent:
https://www.SusPrep.com

Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
06:37 - The pilgrims: repeating the same mistakes they fled from
11:14 - Roger's principles of freedom, even for those he disagreed with
18:09 - The 2 tables of the law, and proper jurisdiction for each
22:33 - Roger's legacy - a lively experiment
25:54 - Closing thoughts and patriotic salute