This week on the Country Outdoors Podcast, Mary is joined by singer-songwriter Naomi Johnson, who opens up about her remarkable journey—from growing up off-grid, surviving a cult, and busking for gas money, to her time in Runaway June and the near-death experience that changed everything.

The two dive into motherhood, Naomi’s evolution as an artist, how jiu jitsu and rural life in Utah have shaped her outlook, and the stories behind her bold new music. Naomi reflects on walking away from the industry mold to create work that’s rooted in truth, heritage, and healing.

Plus: conspiracy theories, dolphin-assisted births, AI privacy fears, and navigating parenthood in the modern world.

It's unfiltered, unforgettable, and full of moments that'll leave you laughing, thinking, and maybe even tearing up. Hit play—you don’t want to miss this one.

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