
A Regenerative Future with Matt Powers
A Regenerative Future with Matt Powers is a podcast focused on ushering in a syntropic future of abundance and regeneration using permaculture. Join Matt Powers, author, educator, seed saver, entrepreneur, gardener, and family guy as he interviews experts from all over the world who are actively working to reverse the damage we've done to our ecosystems and ourselves. Learn how to apply these lessons to your own life and help bring about the abundant future we all desire!
Latest episodes

Dec 29, 2024 • 1h 6min
Truffles: the Earth's Ultimate Mushrooms with William Padilla Brown | R-Future 2024 REWIND
Joining the discussion is William Padilla Brown, a mycology expert and truffle enthusiast, known for his insights into the ecological importance of fungi. He dives into the revolutionary role of truffles as keystone species, their evolutionary significance, and their unexpected links to mammal health. Listeners will learn about sustainable truffle farming, the extravagant prices of rare varieties, and his documentary 'Organic Nobility.' William also highlights the rich diversity of North American truffles and the need for community support in mycology education.

Dec 29, 2024 • 1h 17min
Regenerative Hope with Stefan Sobkowiak | R-Future 2024 REWIND
Stefan Sobkowiak, an orchardist, ornithologist, and permaculture educator, delivers an inspiring message of regenerative hope. He discusses the importance of collective action in gardening and tree planting to create a brighter future. The conversation dives into innovative strategies for regenerating deserts, including effective water management and solar-powered technology. Sobkowiak also emphasizes adopting regenerative practices in ocean ecosystems and highlights the vital role of individuals in this transformative journey, urging active participation in future initiatives.

Dec 29, 2024 • 31min
Earning a Living Healing the Earth with Zach Weiss | R-Future 2024 REWIND
Zach Weiss, founder of WaterStories.com and Elemental Ecosystems, is a landscape healing expert trained by agroecologist Sepp Holzer. He discusses transformative water retention projects in India and Australia that rejuvenate ecosystems while linking effective water management to community revitalization. Zach highlights the urgent need for sustainable solutions to combat climate challenges and shares opportunities for hands-on involvement in regenerative projects, inspiring a collective commitment to sustainability.

Dec 26, 2024 • 1h 24min
Planting 8 Million Trees & More with Darren Doherty | R-FUTURE 2024 REWIND
This is a talk with Darren Doherty from this past January's R-Future 2024 - I'm releasing it in anticipation of our 5th year of R-Future starting Jan 8th!!
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/BzIWfplswbw
Join us again in January for another R-Future conference - our 5th year!!
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Dec 26, 2024 • 52min
La Tierra del Jaguar with Randy Young Villegas | R-Future REWIND
Habitat & Zone 5 is hardly ever talked about in permaculture and regenerative design, BUT that is EXACTLY what Jaguar Randy is all about!! Learn how Regenerative Agriculture + Endangered Species Protection work hand in hand!! This is from the January 2024 R-Future live conference.
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/-_blqQFvEfM
Randy Young Villegas's journey with La Tierra del Jaguar exemplifies the transformative power of combining conservation with community-driven initiatives. Through regenerative agriculture and strategic partnerships, he is forging a path toward a harmonious future where jaguars, communities, and ecosystems thrive together. He emphasizes that a nonprofit structure allows for a blend of conservation goals with community engagement without the constraints of profit-making and lays out the initial steps for starting your own NGO as well as figuring out regionally appropriate species for your agroforestry or food forest systems. Learn more & support their work: https://latierradeljaguar.org/es/about/
Join us again in January for another R-Future conference - our 5th year!!
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Dec 25, 2024 • 58min
Cycles Of Regeneration with Alan Booker | R-Future 2024 REWIND
This is a talk by Alan Booker from this past January's R-Future 2024 - I'm releasing it in anticipation of our 5th year of R-Future starting Jan 8th!!
Learn more from Alan: https://learn.i2rd.co
Watch the full presentation here: https://youtu.be/_H75-Dk-Ek0
Join us again in January for another R-Future conference - our 5th year!!
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Dec 24, 2024 • 33min
Permaculture Design For Positive Action With David Holmgren RFUTURE 2024 REWIND
From R-Future 2024 - Dr. David Holmgren co-originator of #Permaculture the concept shares his positive vision for the future and a pathway towards it.
Watch the full presentation here: https://youtu.be/pbwbzXjGCbM
Join us again in January for another R-Future conference - our 5th year!!
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Nov 15, 2024 • 1h 8min
Episode 192 | Rhizophagy, Endophytes, & More with Dr. James F. White
Dr. James F. White author of the paper on rhizophagy that made the cycle known worldwide joins us again on A Regenerative Future. We catch up and talk about the future of endophytes in agriculture, permaculture, and beyond.
Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/hS0e7Opfpe4
Join us this week at R-SOIL 2024 - it's a free online conference focused on soil:
https://matt-powers.mykajabi.com/r-soil
30+ Speakers, Giveaways, Panels, Q&A, REPLAYS, Raffles, Goodie Bags, & MORE!!
Thank you for listening - I hope you can join us at the event!!
Grow Abundantly, Learn Daily, & Live Regeneratively,
Matt Powers

Oct 17, 2024 • 1h 30min
The Incredible Potential of Applied Soil Microscopy | Explore Soil Microscopy
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Want to learn HOW to use a Microscope? Want to learn Epifluorescence, Darkfield, Manual Lighting, & Brightfield? Join us in the 20 Week Online Course with LIVE Training & Groupwork starting this MONDAY October 21st + Get 45% Off Your Microscope for a limited time only - CLICK HERE: https://matt-powers.mykajabi.com/regenerative-soil-microscopy-the-online-course
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I hope you can join us!!
Grow Abundantly, Learn Daily, & Live Regeneratively,
- Matt Powers

Oct 17, 2024 • 1h 17min
Limitations & Solutions in Soil Testing | Explore Soil Microscopy pt. 2
Part 2 of a 3 part series: Explore Soil Microscopy - an all-new FREE webinar series with Matt Powers with LIVE Giveaways + Q&A!!
Watch the Full Webinar REPLAY Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azJFviyXa6Q&t=1s
New Methods = New Results
New Testing = New Insights
New Understanding = New Opportunities
Get a FREE Soil Biology ID Digital Poster (poster sized file)!!
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