{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Sitting with Pigs: A Visit to Mary Bermingham\u2019s Burren Nature Sanctuary","description":"www.burrennaturesanctuary.ie &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; In this heartwarming episode of The Pet Pig Podcast, Autumn speaks with Mary from Burren Nature Sanctuary ( Kinvara, Co Galway, Ireland). Mary shares her inspiring journey from growing up in London to running a 50-acre conservation farm on Ireland\u2019s west coast \u2014 a place where people reconnect with nature through joyful experiences with animals, especially pigs. &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Mary introduces listeners to Amelia, her beloved Juliana pig who leads woodland walks that have become one of Ireland\u2019s most unique and beloved eco-tourism experiences. Amelia has even been featured on the news, earned hundreds of 5-star Airbnb reviews, and helped countless visitors \u2014 including children overcoming fears \u2014 discover the healing magic of pigs and nature. &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Together, Autumn and Mary discuss the emotional and therapeutic power of spending time with pigs, how animals help people relax and reconnect, and the importance of teaching healthy boundaries through animal interactions. Listeners will also hear touching rescue stories! &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;This conversation is filled with laughter, learning, and shared passion for conservation, enrichment, and the joy pigs bring into people\u2019s lives. It\u2019s a celebration of nature, compassion, and connection! Autumn\u2019s Links:&amp;nbsp; Website: https:\/\/www.autumnacresminipetpigs.com\/ Email: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs Educational Membership Group:  https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs\/p\/autumn-acres-educational-membership-group Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/autumnacresminipetpigs\/ Facebook:&amp;nbsp; HTTP:\/\/Facebook.com\/autumnacresminipetpigs Free Community:  https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs\/p\/autumn-acres-free-community YouTube: https:\/\/youtube.com\/channel\/UCGue5Kp5AwOXkReCGPUyImA Stan Store: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs Newsletter: https:\/\/stan.store\/autumnacresminipetpigs ","author_name":"The Pet Pig Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/autumnacresminipetpigs.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38770575\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38770575"}