Helping you become more resilient through food. We are more disconnected from our food and drink than ever before! Generational cooking skills and food traditions are slowly withering away, and many of us have no idea where our food is coming from. We explore topics such as food resilience, nutrition, hunting, foraging, homesteading, regenerative farming, and more. Gather around our table and learn how to take control of your food supply chain and fuel yourself with nutrient-dense food.
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This Is What We've Lost About Food—And How to Get It Back
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1:46:17This episode is a deep conversation about traditional foodways and how food is so much more than calories. We explore how eating seasonally, preserving food, and building relationships with the land and each other can help restore our health, culture, and sense of belonging. From wild fermentation, to foraging, to regenerative land practices, this …
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Mustard Plants & Cow Parsnip | Wild Food Talk with Forage Colorado
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1:44:45Wild mustard and cow parsnip are two edible plants hiding in plain sight—and they’re packed with flavor, nutrition, and foraging value. In this Year of Plenty Podcast episode, expert forager Orion Aon of Forage Colorado breaks down how to identify, harvest, and use both plants. What you’ll learn in this episode: How to identify wild mustard plants …
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Find These Mushrooms Before Spring Ends
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1:30:18This episode is a conversation with Savanna aka Foraging_KY who is a lifelong forager passionate about mushrooms, gardening, and native plants. We chat about some of her favorite spring mushroom to forage for and do a deep dive into Pheasant Back (aka Dryad Saddle) mushrooms. Episode Overview: Learn about spring mushrooms like morels, pheasant back…
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Cattail Foraging: This Wild Plant Provides Food Year-Round
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1:29:50Cattails are one of the most abundant and overlooked wild foods in North America— providing nutrient-dense food all year long. But why aren’t more people taking advantage of this superabundant plant? In this episode, expert forager Clay Bowers breaks down everything you need to know about identifying, harvesting, and preparing cattails, plus tips f…
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Escaping the Chronic Disease Trap with Ancestral Eating: Gut Health, Metabolic Healing & Heavy Metal Detox
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1:43:13In this episode, we dive into functional nutrition, gut health, metabolic resilience, and heavy metal detoxing with returning guest and functional nutritionist Natalie Erle. Natalie combines ancestral wisdom with modern science to help people reclaim their health, and today, she’s breaking down the connections between metabolic dysfunction, gut hea…
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Permaculture Expert Reveals Pro Tips for Seed Starting Success
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1:21:00Want to grow healthier, stronger seedlings? In this episode, permaculture expert Kareen Erbe reveals her best seed-starting secrets, covering everything from ideal grow lights and humidity levels to common mistakes to avoid. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, these tips will help you grow resilient plants from the start. What you’ll …
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Secrets to Farming with Limited Acres [Rose Veal, Soy-Free Chickens, Silvopasture]
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1:44:47This Year of Plenty Podcast episode is a conversation with Mathew, the visionary behind Little Way Farm and Homestead, a family-owned and operated farm and homestead training center. Over the past few years, Mathew has transformed his farm into a thriving direct-to-consumer business—an inspiring story filled with innovative farming practices. We ex…
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We've been doing research into the history of Victory Gardens and were blown away by some of the facts we uncovered…so Poldi decided to sit down and record a rant about this amazing gardening movement of the early 1900s and give his reasons for why we should bring it. Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.com MY ULTIMA…
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This episode is a Youtube livestream recording where we cover 5 wild edible plants to forage for in winter here in North America. Come join us and learn about these amazing edible plants so that you can start foraging for them yourself. No need to be one of those foragers that hibernates in the winter! What plants do we cover in this episode? Forag…
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Foodies' Roundtable: Mountain Morels, Aging Elk Meat & Foraging Season Recap
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2:00:57In this episode of the Year of Plenty Podcast, Chef Will Morton and Spencer Freehling join Poldi Wieland for a Foodies Roundtable that’s all about celebrating the outdoors through food. Chef Will is a professional chef with a specialty in wild game and fermentation, while Spencer is a professional photographer and videographer in the hunting and fi…
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Wild Apple Foraging Masterclass: Crabapples, Feral Apples, and Their Uses
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1:37:37In this episode, we explore the world of wild apple foraging, with a focus on crabapples and feral apples found across the U.S. This masterclass is packed with practical tips for identifying, harvesting, and using wild apples. We dive into their fascinating history, genetic diversity, and how to make the most of these unique fruits in your kitchen.…
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Traditional Animal Fat For Cooking: Tallow and Lard Explained
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1:17:40In this episode, we explore the tradition of rendering animal fats, focusing on tallow and lard and their unique uses in cooking and beyond. We discuss the role of animal fats in human history, why they fell out of favor, and their modern revival. Plus, Lindey shares her experience with homemade tallow soap, highlighting its skin benefits. Episode …
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Seasonal Eating and Wild Food Cooking with Danielle Prewett from Wild + Whole
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1:22:47This episode is a conversation with Danielle Prewett. Danielle is the founder of Wild + Whole and a Wild Foods Contributing Editor for MeatEater. Danielle believes that every meal should tell a story, and that sustainable eating starts by reawakening our connection to food and relying on the seasons and the inherent rhythms of nature to guide our c…
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Regenerative Bison Farming: Healing the Land and Our Food Systems with Matt Skoglund
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1:39:45Today’s guest is Matt Skoglund, a first-generation bison rancher and the owner of North Bridger Bison in Montana. Matt is passionate about raising bison regeneratively, using holistic methods that improve biodiversity and soil health on the land. In this episode, we dive into his journey into bison ranching, why bison are so vital to the landscape,…
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Late Season Mushroom Foraging: Porcini, Matsutake & Chants with Orion Aon, Forage Colorado
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2:12:42In this episode of the Year of Plenty Podcast, I sit down with Orion Aon, an expert wild food forager and founder of Forage Colorado. Orion shares his vast experience in foraging, focusing on late summer to fall mushrooms. We dive into identifying, foraging, and preparing some of the best edible mushrooms you can find in the wild during this season…
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Nutrition Advice for Multi-Day Backcountry Trips with Kyle Kamp
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1:26:33In this episode, I chat with Kyle Kamp, the expert nutritionist behind Valley to Peak Nutrition, about the critical aspects of backcountry nutrition for hunters and other backcountry enthusiasts. Whether you're gearing up for a multi-day backcountry hunt or hiking trip, dialing in your nutrition can make all the difference. Kyle shares practical ti…
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Finding and Hunting Elk with Ken Thrall from Kifaru
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1:44:20In this episode, Poldi chats with Ken Thrall all about how you can increase your odds for success in the elk woods. Ken works for Kifaru Gear and has hunted elk for over a decade. Episode Overview: Tips for better e-scouting to find locations on the map that might hold elk How Ken’s e-scouting methodology changes from elk archery to rifle season Wh…
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Talking Wild Food Passions and Traditions with Randy Newberg
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1:35:01This Year of Plenty Podcast episode is a conversation with Randy Newberg. Randy is a passionate hunter and the voice of the public land hunter in America. With decades of experience on public lands, he’s become a leading advocate for self-guided hunters and others who appreciate public lands. Randy hosts two popular TV shows, 'Fresh Tracks' and 'On…
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From Mountain Man to Marketing Director: Ryan Holm's Journey in Hunting and Health
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1:50:18Ryan is a dedicated marketing director with a solid 20-year career in media development within the hunting and outdoor markets. He was the marketing director at Mystery Ranch for a long time and fractionally helped out as VP of Marketing at LandTrust. Above all, Ryan is deeply passionate about hunting, climbing, health and photojournalism. Episode …
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The Hunt for Oyster Mushrooms: A Forager's Guide with Hoosier Forager
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1:45:52This episode is a conversation with Tim Frost (aka Hoosier Forager) all about oyster mushroom foraging. Tim is a wild edible mushroom identification expert and educator. His content covers edible & medicinal mushroom and plant identification, cooking & storing wild foods, as well as general foraging tips. Episode Overview: How Tim started his mushr…
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Building a DIY Thermal Greenhouse for Homesteading with James Mann
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44:06This episode is Part 2 of our conversation with James Mann (aka Spicebush Woodcraft). James if a foraging educator, homesteader, and chef. Episode Overview: Why James built a thermal greenhouse to get more out of his homestead What his thermal greenhouse looks like and how he built it (including the budget) How the greenhouse allows him to grow pla…
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Ancient Nuts: Hickory Nut Foraging and Wild Tending with James Mann
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1:26:43From prehistoric times to modern day supermarkets, nuts have been a reliable food source throughout history. And there are plenty of species you can gather in the wild to fill your pantry! Hickory nuts being one of them. In this episode, we chat with James Mann from Spicebush Woodcraft and dive deep into the world of hickory nut foraging. Episode O…
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Heirloom Vegetable Seed Trading & Homemade Hot Sauce Making with Castiron Kyle
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1:22:44EP 123 | This episode is a conversation with Kyle Seip (aka Castiron Kyle) who is a castiron cookware expert, hot sauce nerd, and heirloom vegetable seed trader. Episode Overview: New things happening in the cast iron cookware world Kyle’s gardening projects for 2024 How to grow healthy pepper plants How to make fermented hot sauce at home Kyle’s p…
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Forage for Elderberries with Confidence featuring Jesse from Feral Foraging
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2:20:00This conversation is a deep dive into the world of elderberry foraging. And for you to learn more about this amazing plant species, I brought on none other than Jesse Akozbek. Jesse is a great guy and a very good forager and most importantly wants you to be one too! He is known for his technical yet approachable style of teaching foraging that give…
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Into the Grouse Woods: Expert Insights and Tactics for Successful Hunts with Jake Perry
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1:24:48This episode is a conversation with upland bird hunting guide Jake Perry, owner of Superior Upland LLC. Jake specializes in ruffed grouse hunting and this species is the focus of this episode. Episode Overview: Jake's love for upland birds and why he decided to become a guide Ruffed Grouse Hunting 101: Everything you need to know and more to be suc…
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Vertical Gardening Strategies and Inspirations for Small Spaces
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1:06:55Are you looking to grow veggies in a small space? Join Poldi and Lindey as they discuss their gardening plans at their new apartment. Many renters decide not to grow food, because of limited grow space. But it is possible! In this episode, you will learn how Poldi and Lindey have grown squash and other veggies using grow bags and trellises, as well…
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Food Labels Demystified: Navigate the Grocery Store with Confidence featuring Julia Putzeys
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1:29:53Ready to discover the best tool for understanding food labels and more? This episode is a conversation with Julia Putzeys who is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of the Trash Panda app. Join Poldi and Julia as they discuss the confusing landscape of food labels and ultra-processed food ingredients. And learn about the ultima…
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Nourishing Scoops: DIY Guide to Nutrient-Dense Ice Cream
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58:50EP 118 | Join Poldi and Lindey as they explore the delicious and healthful world of homemade, nutrient-dense ice cream. Discover how this classic treat can be transformed into a nutrient powerhouse with just a few simple ingredients. Episode Overview: Delving into the origins of ice cream and its evolution from ancient times to the present day. Unp…
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Spruce Tree Foraging, Identification Tips, and Culinary Uses
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46:31EP 117 | This episode is a recording of a recent X space where Poldi and co-host Lindey discuss spruce tree foraging, how to distinguish spruce from other conifers, and some ways of using spruce as an ingredient in the kitchen. Spruce trees are perfect for winter foraging! Poldi and Lindey also share a recent scientific review linking ultra-process…
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Spear Hunting, Homemade Syrup Making, and Serviceberry Foraging with Luke Oswald
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1:20:12EP 116 | This episode is a conversation with my friend Luke Oswald who is a hunter, angler, forager, and podcaster himself. On his show, Publicly Challenged, Luke interviews wild food experts, naturalists, and others who utilize public land recreationally. His goal is for him and his listeners to learn how to hunt, fish, and forage better, and do i…
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High Protein Diet Tips, Keto Pizzagna Recipe & Ancestral Foodways
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42:55EP 115 | The following is a Year of Plenty Podcast Livestream recording about protein digestion tips when switching to a high-protein diet & more. Episode Overview: Trouble digesting high-protein foods? We share some tips on how you can improve protein digestion when switching to a high-protein diet Tiramisu Chia Seed Pudding Recipe Keto Pizzagnia …
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Locating and Hunting Mountain Whitetail Deer with Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru
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1:48:53EP 114 | The following is a conversation with Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru all about hunting Mountain Whitetail Deer. Ken is a lifelong hunter who specializes in elk, deer, and other big game animals in the Mountain West. He is a master hunter with a wealth of knowledge who successfully punches tags on public land year after year. Episode Overview: T…
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Beware! Microplastics in Water, Food, Kitchen + Our Herbal Medicine Goals
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58:35This episode is a recording of our first Year of Plenty Podcast Livestream on X! Listen along as we dive into disturbing research on micro- and nanoplastics in plastic water bottles, teflon cookware, and food packaging. We also share words from the community! Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.com MY ULTIMATE FORAGI…
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High Alpine Dairy Farming & Raw Milk Cheese Making with Max Kuehnhoefer
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1:17:43In this episode, we discuss Max's experience working as a cheese maker on a dairy farm in the Alps. High alpine dairy farming has a strong tradition in the European Alps that came about 3000 years ago. Every year tough farmers make their way into the mountains to herd cattle and preserve the precious milk into cheese, butter, and other dairy produc…
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DIY Meat Grinding: Pro Tips For Making Ground Meat At Home
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19:44In this episode, I share some of my top tips for DIY meat grinding that I have learned over the years. Everything from how to prepare the meat grinder and ingredients before you get started to the meat grinder part maintenance after you are done. Get ready to learn the essential skill that will help you secure protein for you and your family. Use c…
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Reviving Local Food Culture: Community Farming, Raising Meat Rabbits & Harnessing Microbes with Antonin Filicetti
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1:55:04This episode is a conversation with my friend and fellow foodie Antonin Filicetti. Antonin is a teacher, farmer, forager, fermented, and chef. He considers himself a steward of culture, facilitating experiential learning that reconnects people to the relationships and skills that root food to place. His formal background is in medicine, psychology,…
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Fueled By Meat: Carnivore Diet, Intermittent Feasting & Boosting Fertility with Dr Kiltz
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1:31:20This episode is a conversation with the mighty Dr. Robert Kiltz. Dr. Kiltz is the Founder and Director of CNY Fertility, where he has spent more than two decades helping families grow. Through his clinical fertility work, he has seen how eating a Keto/Carnivore diet and evolving one's lifestyle habits can vastly improve fertility and overall health…
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Nourishing the Land and People: The Microbial Magic of Korean Natural Farming with Chris Trump
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1:10:56This episode is a conversation with Chris Trump, who is an organic farmer and Korean Natural Farming consultant. Chris helps farmers around the world implement Korean Natural Farming solutions to create beautiful and healthy farmland as well as more nutrient-dense crops. For 12 years, Chris studied under and traveled with Master Cho who is the foun…
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Foodies Roundtable: A Guide to Unique Cuts of Wild Game , 2023 Hunting Season Recap & Dry Curing Meats
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2:53:58This episode is a Foodies Roundtable conversation on the Year of Plenty Podcast. Host, Poldi Wieland, and his partner Lindey sit down with fellow foodies and friends, Chef Will Morton, Chef Tyler McManus, and Chef Shay Helm for a fun and entertaining conversation. Episode Overview: Shay’s grandma’s secret bison heart stroganoff recipe that he cooke…
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Wild Mushroom Preservation, Fun Local Food Kitchen Projects & Reimagining Our Food Journey with Chef Lorenzo Tavani
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1:33:12This episode is a conversation with Lorenzo Tavani. Lorenzo is a chef, forager, gardener, and all-around health nut. After attending culinary school and pursuing a career as a personal trainer, he has worked various jobs in the food system. From regenerative to professional kitchens, and a family-owned slaughterhouse, Lorenzo has taken a deep dive …
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Unearthing Glyphosate: The Silent Chemical on Our Plates with J Gulinello, Nutritional Therapist
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1:32:15This episode dives deep into the world of Glyphosate, a chemical that has sparked endless debates, concerns, and research. We welcome back J Gulinello, an acclaimed Nutritional Therapist, Ancestrally-Based Practitioner, Speaker, and Researcher, to shed light on this controversial chemical in the popular herbicide, Round Up. Glyphosate, found in man…
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Nourishing the Gut: Microbiome Mastery & Gut Healing Expectations with Natalie Earle, FNTP
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1:59:04This episode is a conversation with Natalie Erle about the gut and its microbiome, approaches to healing the gut, and embracing ancestral living. Natalie is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and is certified in Nutrition Pathology and Functional Medicine. Natalie improves the lives of many individuals with digestive disorders which have…
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Lab Grown Meat is HERE! What You Need to Know About Meat 2.0
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37:56This episode dives deep into the controversial topic of lab-grown meat, a subject that has been making headlines and stirring debates in the food industry. Host Poldi Wieland explores the ethical, environmental, and health implications of this emerging technology, questioning whether it aligns with traditional foodways and sustainable practices. Wh…
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Digging Deeper: Cold Climate Gardening, Permaculture Principles and Cultivating Community with Kareen Erbe
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1:29:24This episode is a conversation with Kareen Erbe. She is a permaculture expert and has a lot of experience helping others become more self-reliant and food-self sufficient. From getting clients started on their first-ever garden, to troubleshooting their garden pest issues, to working with couples on designing a full-blown self-reliant homestead, to…
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In Pursuit of Wild Foods From Germany to America | My Appearance on the Publicly Challenged Podcast
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1:15:35This episode is one of my podcast appearances on the Publicly Challenged Podcast hosted by Luke Oswald, who is an avid outdoorsman and foodie himself. Luke had me on his podcast to chat a bit about my background and how I got obsessed with wild food procurement. Along those lines, we talk about all things hunting in Germany and how the hunting syst…
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Ocean to Plate: Spearfishing Adventures and Sustainable Seafood with Valentine Thomas
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1:27:39In this episode, we delve into the thrilling world of spearfishing with none other than Valentine Thomas, a former London lawyer turned sustainable spearfisher woman. A renowned expert in the field, Valentine has not only mastered the art of spearfishing but has also become an influential advocate for sustainable food practices. Use code “yearofple…
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Nature’s Pantry Revealed: The Versatility of Milkweed and Other Wild Edible Plant Staples with Clay Bowers
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1:34:24This episode of the Year of Plenty Podcast is a conversation with Clay Bowers, a passionate forager from Northern Michigan. Clay has been foraging for almost two decades and is well respected in the wild food community. The main topic of this conversation is wild, edible milkweed and its culinary versatility throughout the seasons. Use code “yearof…
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Quail Diaries: The Hatching Experience, Building a Budget Coop & Lessons Learned
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1:21:41This episode is a conversation with my cohost and partner, Lindey, all about our journey into raising coturnix quail for eggs and meat on a budget. This is the first episode in a series that will follow us on our journey and we are excited to share what we learn in the coming months. Use code “yearofplenty” for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.com Episode Ov…
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Navigating the Controversy: Myths about Cattle Farming and Its Role in our Food System with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen
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1:29:57This episode is a conversation with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen from the Discover AG Podcast. They are two incredible women who are bringing a unique and exciting voice to the world of agriculture. Episode Overview: Natalie & Tara’s backstory and experience in the Ag industry. Why we should care about animal agriculture and why we should…
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Unveiling the Artistry and Functionality of Handcrafted Wooden Cutting Boards with Mitchell Martishius
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1:05:52Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of American-made wooden cutting boards. In this episode, I chat with the talented craftsman, Mitchell Martishius, owner of Montana Block. Unlock the secrets to maintaining your cutting board's longevity. Episode Overview: How Mitchell got started making American-made wooden cutting boards Discover the …
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