

The Good Dirt: Sustainability Explained
Lady Farmer
Start living more sustainably. The Good Dirt podcast explores all aspects of a sustainable lifestyle with healthy soil as the touchpoint and metaphor for the healing of our relationship with the planet. Mother and daughter team Mary & Emma bring you weekly interviews with farmers, artists, authors, and leaders in the regenerative and sustainable living space.
Episodes
Mentioned books

Apr 14, 2023 • 1h 3min
137. Food for Our Future: Urban Agriculture and Afroecology with Gail Taylor of Three Part Harmony Farm
"Food as Medicine. Food as Culture. Food for our Future." is the slogan of Three Part Harmony Farm (TPH) owned and operated by Gail Taylor in northeast Washington, D.C. Three Part Harmony Farm is a diversified vegetable operation using agroecology and sustainable growing methods. They prioritize growing real food for real people. Since 2012 they have cared for a 2-acre plot of land in northeast DC owned by the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. The DC site has been in production since 2012 and has 64 permanent beds (1/2 acre of production) using a no-till system. The farm has been an important source of learning local food for the community and learning for aspiring farmers of color in the DMV, especially Black farmers.Taylor is a member of the Black Dirt Farm Collective (BDFC), a group of farmers, academics, organizers, builders, and food entrepreneurs who own 24.5 acres in Brandywine, MD. The land is being developed to increase their offerings of food and black agrarian educational opportunities to individuals and organizations that wish to reconnect with their roots as Afro-descendant agrarian people. The collective created a written curriculum as a companion guide to their signature Afroecology training program which they use during Afroecology Encounters.Topics discussed:
How Three Part Harmony Farm was created in Washington, DC
Land acquisition
soil remediation
Gail's background and education, and her process in becoming a farming
The intention and impact of Three Part Harmony Farm-- Gail's idea was to create a model to emulate a small farmer
Carrie Vaughn
The momentum in 2006--2010 encouraged young farmers to enter the industry
The Black Dirt Farm Collective--land Acquisition and education in Afroecology
The gentrification of the northwest DC in the area of TPH Farm
Where do her CSA members come from and where do the newcomers get their food?
How the food system has changed since Gail got into farming
Where does TPH Farm fit into the local food supply?
Gail's perspective on how we can create fair accessibility to healthy food, and what she's done at TPH Farm to address that issue.
How did Three Part Harmony Farm get its name?
The story of the logo--the butterfly symbolizes migration, as a reminder of the movement of people across generations and the importance of creating habitat.
What sustainable and regenerative practices are employed at TPH Farm?
Gail talks about the TPH team
TPH Farm CSA currently sustains 100 members, with hopes to expand in future years. There is currently a waiting list
Connect with Gail:
Website: Three-Part Harmony Farm
Instagram: 3phfarm
This Episode is Sponsored by EttitudeUse code THEGOODDIRT for $25 off your first order!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Apr 7, 2023 • 1h 3min
136. Humanity as a Geologic Force with Michael Osborne of Generation Anthropocene
Our guest on this episode is the host of Generation Anthropocene, a science podcast that explores planetary change. So, what is the Anthropocene? "The Anthropocene is a statement: Humanity is a geologic force, reshaping the earth’s surface. We are on par with ice ages and tectonic plates. But who, or what, is really in control? What are the limits of our power as a species, or as a society? How did we get here, and what are the forces that will shape this humbling and awe-inspiring new geologic age?” (genanhtro.com)Michael Osborne is an academic and a digital content producer. As a graduate student at Stanford in 2012, he created Generation Anthropocene with fellow student Miles Traer as a response to the environmental crisis. Michael is both passionate and knowledgable, and brings a new and refreshing perspective to the topic of climate change.This was one of those zoomed out conversations where we got to talk about some really big questions with a really smart guy. So what is the Anthropocene, and what does it have to do with The Good Dirt? Tune in to this fun and fascinating episode to find out!Topics Discussed
What is the Anthropocene?
How did Michael get so involved in the topic?
The power of podcasts/ audio in communicating the issue of climate change
Michael's assessment of where we're headed in the climate situation. Are we worried about the earth, or ourselves?
Creating connectivity in a world of alienation and disconnection
Humans as story tellers
Alienation as driven by a materialistic lifestyle
Environmentalism and misanthropy
A discussion on capitalism, how the issues we're facing are about more than that
The Good Ancestor by Roman Krznaric
Marshmallow thinking vs acorn thinking
"Weaponized despair" and mental health implications
Awareness of the climate change crises has increased
There is no place on earth that hasn't been touched by human influence
Creating an aspirational future that we want to live in
The grief we feel in the climate crisis
What will it feel like to live 50 years from now
Generational empathy/ Michael's position on climate change as a parent
The trap of nostalgia in thinking about the changing earth
Mindfulness in environmentalism
Michael talks about Famous and Gravy, another one of his podcasts
Connect with Michael:Michael's WebsiteThis Episode is Sponsored by EttitudeUse code THEGOODDIRT for $25 off your first order!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 31, 2023 • 1h 18min
135. Seeking Solutions to Waste in the School Supply Industry with Wisdom Supply Co.
The school supply industry is filling our oceans and landfills with megatons of TRASH and consumers CAN choose to refuse, thanks to the paradigm shifting innovations of people like these two creative and passionate entrepreneurs. This was another great conversation where our guests really tell it like it is.Heather Itzla and Nikki Kozlowski came together over their grave concern about plastic pollution. After many years of clean-ups, data collection and public education, they came to understand the scale of the problem. The amount of plastic produced annually outweighs all of humanity, and is now firmly documented in our air, soil, and water. Before they teamed up, Nikki was working to educate consumers on the massive amounts of waste coming from the restaurant industry. Heather, being a parent, and frustrated with the annual back-to-school prescription of cheap, disposable plastic supplies, had crowdfunded and stocked each classroom with plastic-free school supplies. The next step was to come together as co-founders of Wisdom Supply Co (B-Corp certified) to design Plastic-Free, Vinyl-Free + Spiral-Free School + Office supplies..." because the mass production of products creating permanent waste is outdated, shortsighted, and reckless." The more Wisdom Supply Co. grows, the more waste is prevented, and the more young minds are opened to an empowering new way of thinking about how everyday products are designed, and the absurdity of wasting / polluting the resources all life on earth depends on.This Episode is Sponsored by EttitudeUse code THEGOODDIRT for $25 off your first order!Topics Discussed:
Transcendental Meditation
Biodynamic Calendar
The Artist's Way
What is a waste reduction company?
How Nikki and Heather witnessed and interrupted the disposability cycle
Naming the problem--encouraging our children to buy garbage for the landfill, teaching a disregard for the giant mess we have created
The Zero Waste Classroom Stocking Pilot Program, a strategy for waste elimination/ 3 Steps
Set up a last plastic marker box
Assemble the inventory in the classrooms and at home that already exists and create a student store.
Having done steps 1 and 2, teachers and students together take stock of what they have and discuss what they really need, and what should be purchased moving forward
How do Nikki and Heather get schools involved?
Students want to be part of the problem solving
The mass production of spiral bound notebooks/ waste as a design flaw and the Wisdom Supply Solution of 100% recyclable notebooks and planners with fewer pages
The 28 Ton Project--schools can sign up to participate
Equity in the classroom regarding school supplies
Let My People Go Surfing by Yvon Chouinard
The "goody bag" mentality
The albatross logo
The power of young people in making the change
Ida B Wells quote "The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them."
Connect with Heather and Wisdom Supply Co.:Website: www.wisdomsupplyco.com
About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 29, 2023 • 30min
Planning a "Sustainable" Wedding: A Peek Into Our Process
In the first of this bonus series on sustainable weddings, Mary and Emma discuss the challenges of planning their family celebration without the excessive waste that is typical in the industry. With Emma’s big day coming up in a couple of months, Mary and Emma find themselves confronting the logistics behind their sustainable, low-waste goals for this event. Topics Discussed
How we reconciled our wedding dreams and visions with our desire for ease, enjoyment and sustainability
Discussing the big issues in wedding planning through the lens of simplicity, cost, logistics, and low waste
The venue
The dress
Flowers
Food & food waste
The gift registry
The Bridal party (or lack thereof)
This episode is Sponsored by True Leaf Market:Use our promo code: TGD10 - for $10 off an order of $50 or more (expires June 15th. Limit to one use per customer) at https://www.trueleafmarket.com/About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 24, 2023 • 55min
134. Sustainable Fashion Meets Style and Innovation with Elisabeth de Gramont of Frank And Oak
Deep-dive into one brand's process in sourcing & developing responsible fashion. This week, Mary & Emma are chatting with Elisabeth de Gramont, Chief Brand Officer and Head of Impact at Frank And Oak.Combining style, design and technology since it was founded in Montreal in 2012, Frank And Oak offers collections of sustainable, durable clothing and accessories for men and women that are thoughtfully designed and well suited to the lifestyles of its customers. Inspired by responsible thinking and with an eye to the future, Frank And Oak believes that dressing with intention can inspire a more conscious lifestyle for all.They strive to inspire better living through thoughtfully designed products that care about you and the planet. Above all, they believe in helping communities to build a diverse and inclusive world that enriches our society, sustainably.Topics Discussed:
Elisabeth's background and journey to FAO
Unified Commerce Group
History of FAO brand started with the idea of community and collaboration
2017 FAO took a strong turn towards sustainability
Elisabeth's current role with FAO
What's the relationship between scalability and sustainability? How can sustainable brands scale up?
Seawool
How FAO screens and selects suppliers
FAO's 100% Responsible Product announcement
FAO denim
SeaCell
FAO's other sustainable product innovations
Kapok
Yak Wool as an alternative to cashmere
Problems with cashmere
How Elisabeth's own experience and evolution with sustainable fashion, and how covid shifted her perspective
Consumer culture in the US is different than other cultures in its prioritization of price and appearance over source
Guppy Friend washing bag for microplastic pollution
Frank and Oak's updated progress report
FOA's focus on end -of-life options for garments
Consumer education on the issues with the recycled PET microplastics
FOA has eliminated all virgin polyester from their production
Connect with Frank And Oak:
Website: Frank And Oak
Instagram @frankandoak
This Episode is Sponsored by Ettitude: ettitude.com/thegooddirt
^Use code THEGOODDIRT for $25 off your first order!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 17, 2023 • 55min
133. Eco-Textiles and Sustainable Sheets: Better Bamboo with Phoebe Yu and Kat Dey of Ettitude
Phoebe Yu and Kat Dey are the cofounders of ettitude, an award-winning material science and lifestyle company innovating eco-textiles to fight climate change. Why does this matter? Listen to this conversation to hear why eco-textiles are so important, and what to look for when looking to purchase textiles for your home. With its proprietary technologies, ettitude offers sustainable bedding, bath essentials, apparel and a variety of textiles made with CleanBamboo. Topics Discussed:
The Old Farmer's Almanac
Phoebe Yu and Kat Dey introduce themselves and their company ettitude, and describe their "aha" moments in getting behind sustainable textiles.
The problems with plant-based textiles and the toxic processes used in their production
A discussion of the different types of plant-based fibers, such as viscose, lyocell, Tencel, cotton, and bamboo
Bamboo as a high-performance textile and it's advantages over cotton
How does bamboo measure up to organic cotton?
The beneficial aspects of bamboo in regards to climate
Eutrophication: a term to explain how many toxic chemicals are being released into the atmosphere or into the environment.
Kiss the Ground
Connect with ettitude:
Website: ettitude
Instagram @ettitudestore
This Episode is Sponsored by Frank and Oak: Frank & Oak
Use our code "gooddirt30" for $30 off orders over $99 on frankandoak.com!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 10, 2023 • 57min
132. The Power of Flour: The Many Benefits of Local Grain Economies with Heather Coiner of the Common Grain Alliance
Have you ever wondered where the ingredients for your bread come from...like really wondered? And why should you care? Today's guest is here to tell us all about how a local grain supply supports local economies, a more resilient supply chain, better quality staple foods for the consumer and better soil health for the region. Heather Coiner is a plant physiological ecologist and co-founder of the Common Grain Alliance, an organization striving for a more connected grain economy in the Mid-Atlantic.The Common Grain Alliance envisions an integrated grain economy of local and regional businesses that produce nutritious, flavorful and consistent regional grain products for the communities they serve, and helps drive regional interest in— and demand for — regional grain through events, workshops and marketingHeather, holds a PhD in plant physiological ecology from the University of Toronto and co-owns Little Hat Creek Farm, an ecological vegetable farm and wood fired bakery in central Virginia where she lives with her husband and two children. Topics discussed:
Heather's background as an academic and a bread baker
How the Common Grain Alliance came to be
Michael Grantz of Great Day Gardens
How does the CGA operate as a membership organization?
Carolina Ground (a similar grain operation out of Asheville)
Jennifer Laps
Why should we care about local grain?
Nutrition
Supply
Local economies
Soil improvement
Challenges in creating a local grain economy
Some solutions to the issue of accessibility
sliding scale prices
equipment pools for farmers
businesses that provide traveling services for planting and processing
Creating an awareness of the importance of local grains
Little Hat Creek Farm
The idea of horizontal vs vertical integration
Significant accomplishments of CGA
Foggy Mountain Pasta
Next Step Produce
Migrash Farms
Purple Mountain
Moutoux Orchards CSA
The Grain Stand pilot program
What are the alternatives if you can't access local grain?
King Arthur Organic Flour is a good alternative to locally grown grain
Restaurants in the Area that support the local grain economy
Albemarle Baking Co
Seylou Bakery
Slice Versa
MarieBette Cafe and Bakery
Connect with Heather Coiner:
Website: Common Grain Alliance
Instagram @commongrainalliance
This Episode is Sponsored by Frank and Oak: Frank & Oak
Use our code "gooddirt30" for $30 off orders over $99 on frankandoak.com!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Mar 3, 2023 • 1h 18min
131. Rewilding Our Way Home to Ourselves with Hillarie Maddox of Black Girl Country Living
This week we are talking to writer, creator and self proclaimed life-long learner, Hillarie Maddox, founder of Black Girl, Country Living. Hillarie preaches the idea that slow living in a lifestyle anyone can live, and focuses her encouragement specifically on the BIPOC community. She climbed the big tech corporate ladder, then ditched the city for slow living and finding her love of nature, and she found herself in the process.Topics discussed
How Hillarie and her family went from city to rural living
What was the new way of being that Hillarie discovered?
When you live in an urban environment, many things are made "invisible"
A feeling of disconnection might lead to excess consumerism
Seeking a slower and more sustainable lifestyle is like peeling an onion
How a vision board helped Hillarie and her husband make the shift
The shift to slow living does not always mean a move to the country
Hillarie speaks to her intention and mission on the land, beginning with gardening
Hillarie's gardening experience and desire to share the knowledge
Rewilding workshops launching next year, helping particularly bipoc people develop a relationship with nature
Hillarie talks about the slow living movement and what that means for people of color
The value of mentors and community in this lifestyle
Hillarie's family connection to the original Homesteading Act
The changes of agriculture in America in the last century
Wendall Berry, The Unsettling of America
Hillarie explains what "rewilding" means to her
The indigenous people of the region where Hillarie now lives
The biggest challenges and rewards of this lifestyle shift for Hillarie's family
Connect with Hillarie Maddox
Website: Black Girl Country Living
Instagram
This Episode is Sponsored by Frank and Oak: Frank & OakUse our code "gooddirt30" for $30 off orders over $99 on frankandoak.com!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 24, 2023 • 1h 2min
130. It Starts in the Kitchen: Sustainable Living with Anne-Marie Bonneau of Zero Waste Chef
Our guest today is someone who began her plastic-free journey in her kitchen, and has now become the renowned Zero Waste Chef, Anne-Marie Bonneau! Starting as a Zero Plastic Chef, she took the next step in her sustainability journey and became the Zero Waste Chef working towards producing zero waste in her own kitchen and inspiring others to do the same. She talks about how to shop differently, buy differently, and cook differently to reduce waste in the kitchen!Topics Discussed:
Hugelkultur
Anne Marie’s transition to plastic free
Beginning tips for zero waste
Zero Waste as a goal
Anne Marie’s rhythm with food prep
Fighting Food waste
The idea of convenience contributing to waste
Zero waste can be simple
The attention economy informs our perception of what we can do
Thneeds (from The Lorax by Dr. Suess)
The Good Ancestor
Is there hope for conscious consumerism?
Greta Thunberg
The slow food movement began in Italy
Alton Brown baked beans
Connect with Anne-Marie Bonneau
Instagram: @zerowastechef
Website
Anne-Marie's Book, The Zero Waste Chef
This Episode is Sponsored by Frank and Oak: Frank & OakUse our code "gooddirt30" for $30 off orders over $99 on frankandoak.com!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Feb 17, 2023 • 1h 4min
129. Foraging & Feasting: Food, Medicine, and Herbal Healing with Dina Falconi
Meet Dina Falconi, herbalist, teacher, and author, of Feasting and Foraging. In this episode, we hear about her journey toward leading a meaningful, healthy life and finding natural medicine through food. Specializing in permaculture and herbal healing, Dina explores about how we can make changes in our everyday lives to improve our physical, mental, and spiritual health.Topics discussed:
Dina's journey with plants beginning at age 11 in the East Village of NYC
Micky Carter, Dina's early mentor
Worked and studied at an herb company with Pam Montgomery, https://www.wakeuptonature.com/about/
William Lassasier--herbal teacher
Earthy Bodies and Heavenly Hair
Dina's work in the Hudson River Valley, NY creating virtual teachings with her son and filmmaker Sam Falconi
How Dina shares content on digital media without a cellphone
Dina talks about living without a cellphone
Claire Dunn Episode
Dina's clinical herbalist is connected to food activism and foraging
How do city dwellers experience wild foods?
Ecosystem stewardship and land care are big themes for foragers
A discussion about invasives
Mugwort
The process of creating Foraging and Feasting
Wendy Hollender / illustrator for Foraging and Feasting
Plant foraging and healing with herbs as a growing topic of interest/ the "hipster wave"
Knowledgeable foraging can create more biodiversity and abundance in the landscape
Slow living as plant literacy, observing nature's processes
Botanical Arts Press
Dina Falconi's YouTube Channel
In the Wild Kitchen
Connect with Dina Falconi
Instagram @foragingandfeasting
Facebook @ForagingFeasting
Dina's Website, www.botanicalartspress.com
Foraging and Feasting by Dina Falconi, Illustrated by Wendy Hollender
This Episode is Sponsored by Ettitude: ettitude.com/thegooddirt^Use code THEGOODDIRT for $25 off your first order!About Lady Farmer:
Our Website
@weareladyfarmer on Instagram
Join The Lady Farmer ALMANAC
Leave us a voicemail! Call 443-459-1950 and ask a question or share what the good dirt means to you!
Email us at thegooddirtpodcast@gmail.com
Original music by John Kingsley. Our technical partner for this series is CitizenRacecar, Post-Production by Alex Brouwer and José Miguel Baez, Coordinated by Gabriela Montequin and Mary Ball. The Good Dirt is a part of the Connectd Podcasts Network.Statements in this podcast have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not to be considered as medical or nutritional advice. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, and should not be considered above the advice of your physician. Consult a medical professional when making dietary or lifestyle decisions that could affect your health and well-being.
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy


