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KVC-Arts 3/10/24 — Michelle Dowd & 'Forager: Field Notes For Surviving a Family Cult: A Memoir'

By David Fleming
Published March 12, 2024 at 5:28 PM PDT

David Fleming continues his conversation with Michelle Dowd, author of Forager: Field Notes For Surviving a Family Cult: A Memoir. This is the story of Michelle — told from her perspective... as a little girl growing into her teens. She grew up in a cult started by her grandfather, who was seen as the last prophet, and would lead them after surviving the apocalypse.

More at michelledowd.org

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David Fleming is from Murray, Kentucky. Between college, David worked for the Public Affairs Division of the USS Ranger’s radio and television station. He has served with NPR member stations for over 30 years and also works as a visual artist specializing in temporary Sharpie tattoos. Hear David Fleming weekdays on All Things Considered.
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