Route 1 Box 61

Route 1 Box 61 features the three youngest of 18 children in the Reed family. That's right, 18 children. The family is the result of the more than 60-year union of Floyd and Gennora Reed. The three youngest siblings--sisters Rachel, Gennora and Elvon-- develop podcast episodes moderated by their niece Audrey. The podcasts are named Route 1 Box 61 for the original address of the family's more than 100-year-old farming property in Arkansas.Every episode tackles a subject that somehow connects back to their rearing on the family farm in the Arkansas Delta region. The sisters make each other laugh, think and sometimes wanna cry. You have to hear it to experience it. You'll likely hear that their life experiences are not that different from stories from you and your friendsAt the conclusion of each episode, each sister decides who or what they want to "go'n to the house". This is a phrase from back home that means when you're just done with someone and they shouldn't be in your presence anymore. They've got to go on to the house. This might be a political figure, a celebrity or a group of people. Listen to the end each week to hear who has to go. There will be laughs and some friction.

States Reopen

The sisters discuss how they feel about their states reopening amid the pandemic. Plus, they are back to a G'on To The House segment. 

05-04
28:58

Forrestine

In this episode, the younger three and Audrey chat with an older sibling. Forrestine shares some of what makes her fun to be around--her quick wit and strong-willed spunk. Also, Rachel points out that Forrestine and Gennora have a great deal in common. 

05-01
14:33

Apocalyptic Movies During Times of Quarantine

Considering these times of quarantine and Covid-19, the sisters realize most are sheltering in place and could use some old school movie recommendations. Based on how things feel, the sisters are sharing apocalyptic movies (old and recent) they love.

04-19
17:51

Easter 2020

During this episode, the sisters discuss what the day means to them past and present. They share the sounds, smells and emotions of the sacred Christian holiday. 

04-12
19:16

Quarantine

In this week's episode, the sisters discuss what it feels like to live in quarantine during the Coronavirus. Gennora and Audrey talk about how their pets are upset with them for being home so much. We also have a G'on To The House dedicated to Coronavirus.

04-06
28:27

Coronavirus Update

It's been a few weeks since the sisters talked about the arrival of Coronavirus in the U.S. Now, they provide an update on how they're feeling about mental health, the stimulus package and government quarantine guidelines. 

03-30
11:38

Menopause

In this episode, the sisters discuss menopause. They share what caught them off guard and Elvon shares the positives. Yes, there are positives to this point in life. 

03-22
23:36

Paying Tribute To Women In History

Recognizing March as Women's History Month, the sisters share what woman in history (recent and past) they would like to meet and pay tribute to. 

03-15
25:27

Coronavirus

In this abbreviated episode, the sisters discuss their concerns about the Coronavirus. Gennora speaks about the quarantine happening just a few miles from her home in Sacramento. 

03-09
16:23

Super Tuesday Results Discussion

So, the sisters are in rare form for their smart wrap up discussion about Super Tuesday results. From a vibrant conversation about what Joe Biden means in the war against Trump to a hilarious, ongoing debate about how to pronounce Kamala Harris' name. And, Bloomberg makes two distinctly different appearances in this week's Go'n To the House segment. Also, is there such a thing as a wasted vote?

03-05
26:33

South Carolina Primary Debate

In this episode, the sisters share their opinion as to who were the winners and losers of the South Carolina debate. We find out Gennora believes two candidates have no merit whatsoever.

03-05
14:41

Celebrating The Oldest Living Sibling

In this episode, the sisters discuss Johnnie Mae Reed ("Sister"). They share what they loved about the family's oldest living sister in childhood and then as adults. We learn how Johnnie Mae makes them laugh, taught them to sew and shows her generosity all of the time. 

02-23
30:13

How The Democrats Can Beat Trump

The sisters talk politics in this week's episode. They specifically discuss who can and cannot win a general election against Trump. They also debate whether or not a running mate does or does not make a difference in terms of electability. 

02-17
27:22

Farm Life Skills

The sisters share what skills they attained on the farm that they can still call on today, when needed. They discuss interesting anecdotes about what skills where passed down. They paint a clear image of how their upbringing impacts them to this day. 

02-10
29:30

Generational Sibling Relationships

Sibling relationships can be complicated. That is especially true when there are many years or possibly a generation between your birth dates. In a family 18 children, there were several years between some siblings. In this episode, the sisters discuss how relationships evolved between them and an older sibling. They explain their memories of the older ones from childhood into adulthood. Some of this will make you smile or laugh like a bite on the butt. 

02-05
30:51

Expanded Go'n To The House

In a special edition of Route 1 Box 61, the sisters just take about 10 minutes for a special send off to the house of somethings that have been getting on their nerves. Things take a turn at the end so don't let kids listen. 

02-03
17:02

Off To College

During this podcast, the sisters share what it was like to get their first taste of freedom. We learn that Elvon went a bit wild. We hear that Rachel was a goody goody. And, we find out that Gennora held firm ground with her parents once she reached adulthood. 

01-19
26:21

Importance of Education

The Reed sisters share what education meant to the family and how their parents played a role in their journeys. The matriarch and patriarch each had only an eighth grade education yet raised children who went on to have undergraduate and graduate degrees. The sisters explain how their parents were educated and surrounded them with educational assets in the home. 

01-13
25:53

Farm Memories

In this episode, the three sisters explain what life was like out on the farm and share some painful but hilarious moments that still sting to this day. They discuss everything from the burden of picking squash to the restrictions imposed on them during their high school graduations. Gennora reveals something about her childhood that surprises Rachel. And, Elvon admits past wrongdoing as a kid. 

01-07
30:24

Work Ethic: From Farm to Professional life

The three youngest sisters of 18 children who lived at Route 1 Box 61 in the Arkansas Delta Region share anecdotes about how their farm life work ethic shaped them as professional adults. Along the way, they share some disheartening stories about how their work ethic elicited jealousy and workplace machinations. 

01-07
26:03

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