
 Back to the People with Nicole Shanahan
 Back to the People with Nicole Shanahan A World Where Food Improves Our Health, feat. John Kempf
 Oct 16, 2024 
 John Kempf, a farmer and agronomist, is on a mission to transform agriculture through regenerative practices. He discusses the alarming decline in food nutrition due to modern farming, linking it to rising childhood diseases. Kempf emphasizes the need for a cultural shift towards responsible food stewardship while advocating for sustainable economic models that deepen community connections. He also explores the role of healthy microbiomes and emotional engagement in farming, illustrating that love and care can vastly enhance agricultural success and societal wellness. 
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 Intro 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Nutritional Decline and Modern Agriculture 
 01:58 • 9min 
 Exploring Models of Existence: Care vs. Dominion 
 11:10 • 2min 
 Cultivating Connection and Community 
 13:12 • 16min 
 Rethinking Pathogens: The Microbiome's Role in Agriculture 
 29:15 • 5min 
 The Power of Emotional Engagement 
 34:11 • 5min 
