
Flora Funga Podcast
Let's get down N nerdy with plants and fungi on Flora Funga Podcast. I'm all about bridging the gap between plants, fungi, and humans. Come listen to the underrated nerdy topics of flora and funga. Everything's connected above and below ground. Feel free to contact me at www.florafungapodcast.com/contact
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Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 38min
170: How to Forage for Mushrooms without Dying
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewAuthor of "How to Forage Mushrooms Without Dying: An Absolute Beginner's Guide." Frank has foraged with pro's in seven states and six countries. He found a 33-pound Lion's Mane mushroom on an oak tree. Has made as much as $200/hour finding and selling wild, edible mushrooms to chefs. Has written foraging columns for two national magazines: Paleo and Hobby Farms. Has taught foraging to over 1500 chefs, arborists, organic farmers, Vikings and members of the myco-curious public. He's a self-employed polymath who lives in Durham, NC and grew up in the paradise of Beaufort, SC. Learn about his newsletter by searching for "Frank Hyman" on substack.DM to win the 3-book Giveaway @florafungapodcast or email floraandfungapodcast@gmail.comGoFundMEAll other resources on florafungapodcast.com/170 Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyZbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next dayDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

Jun 25, 2025 • 39min
169: How to Automate your Mushroom Cultivation--Far West Fungi
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewKyle Garrone holds a degree in Plant Biology from University of California, Davis with a focus on plant pathology and mycology. He has been the Production Manager of Far West Fungi since graduating from UC Davis in 2010, with his primary focus on increasing yields, developing appropriate technologies for the mushroom industry, reducing labor, and experimenting with new varieties of mushrooms that have potential for wholesale customers. Kyle has traveled throughout the world to find the most successful and efficient growing methods and the most resilient and highest yielding mushroom varieties. He enjoys sharing what he has learned with those who are interested in exotic mushroom cultivation.All resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/169 Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyZbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next dayDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

Jun 18, 2025 • 15min
168: Does Mushrooms Really Have Protein?
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis week’s Juicy News is all about proving if mushrooms have enough protein— is it a good source of protein or not?Thank you Mr.Trippie for sponsoring this episode!IF you want to sponsor Flora Funga Podcast. Shoot me message…floraandfungapodast@gmail OR send me a DM @florafungapodcastIf you connected with me in some way or enjoyed this episode, send me an email at floraandfungapodast@gmail OR send me a DM @florafungapodcastA review on nutritional advantages of edible mushrooms and its industrialization development situation in protein meat analogues - ScienceDirectWear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

Jun 11, 2025 • 1h 17min
167: What Does your Mind REALLY Look like on Drugs?
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Stephanie Karzon Abrams, a neuropharmacologist with a Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacology, is the founding advisor of Beyond Consulting, where she offers science, research, and strategy solutions for organizations in the plant medicine and psychedelic sectors. With a background in clinical research and industry experience at Johnson & Johnson, Stephanie blends scientific expertise with strategic insight to pioneer innovative approaches in integrative healthcare. Her passions span women’s health, plant medicine, neurology, and music, and she actively advocates for public education and access to alternative therapies. As a prescriber for MDMA and psilocybin therapy through Canada’s Special Access Program and a scientific advisor for the Microdosing Collective, Stephanie is deeply involved in advancing psychedelic medicine. She also co-founded initiatives like Public Secret, Mt. Mushmore, and The Last 6, which merge music, community building, and health education to foster connection and healing. All Links mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/167 Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 14min
Rooted in Biodiversity: Fungi, Community, and the Future of Diversity- Olympic Peninsula Fungi Festival
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewWe take you deep into the heart of the Olympic Peninsula Fungi Festival—a celebration of fungi, community, and the biodiversity that connects us all.“Rooted in Biodiversity” follows foragers, scientists, healers, educators, and everyday enthusiasts as they explore the hidden world of fungi—from collecting wild specimens for DNA sequencing, to learning about mycoremediation, conservation, and cultural healing through mushrooms.Featuring powerful moments from keynote speakers like Danielle Stevenson, emotional stories of transformation, and stunning scenery of the Pacific Northwest ecosystem—this documentary is a call to remember that biodiversity isn’t just about nature. It’s about us! We are nature🍄 Watch the full film now and discover how fungi are shaping the future of life on Earth.ALL Resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/166 Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

May 28, 2025 • 18min
165: BONUS| New Material Made from Fungi is Biodegradable, Edible... and Alive
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewThis weeks Juicy News on a mushroom out there that can literally eat garbage, make batteries, and—get this—you can eat it too. Olympic Peninsula Fungi Fest Doc WILL BE RELEASED JUNE 4thResources Mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/165Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyHappy Mushroom "FLORA10"These 100% done-for-you kits let you harvest around 56 grams of premium mushrooms in just three weekDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

May 21, 2025 • 1h 30min
164: Mushroom Politics: How Fungi Could Revolutionize Health, Policy, and the Planet
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewBen Taylor is a mushroom hunter, amateur mycologist, and political scientist. He's a strong advocate for psychedelics from New Jersey, and specializes in the Gymnopilus genus. He is also co-chair of the Green Party of New Jersey, and former US House of Representatives candidate.All Resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/164 Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyHappy Mushroom "FLORA10"These 100% done-for-you kits let you harvest around 56 grams of premium mushrooms in just three weekDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

May 14, 2025 • 12min
163: Unlocking IMMORTALITY: Is Reishi Mushroom the SECRET?
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewTodays Juicy News is brought to you by Mushroom Extracts News - Reddit's first place to find the latest scientific studies on mushroomsThank you Happy Mushroom and Mr Trippie for sponsoring this episode!Follow curanderaremedies to read her new book " Latine Herbalism"Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familyHappy Mushroom "FLORA10"These 100% done-for-you kits let you harvest around 56 grams of premium mushrooms in just three weekDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

May 7, 2025 • 1h 31min
162 Psychedelics, Scams, and Self-Discovery: Louis Dorian’s Fight for Healing and Truth
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewLouis is the founder of Psychedelist. He was a mathematician in a former life, then I became a smuggler and transportation operative and then after many tragedies developed an organized understanding of the root fundamental skills of MES (mental emotional and spiritual) skill development and growth. He was first introduced to psychedelics in 1995 and have had a long and evolving relationship with multiple entheogens. Louis is passionate about ending the war on drugs and bringing skill development to the forefront of managing substances in our modern world as well as mental health in general.All resources Mentioned on www.florafungapodcast.com Wear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...

Apr 30, 2025 • 17min
161: BONUS| NEW Juicy News Explains How Fungi and Bacteria Communicate
Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewHaven't you been wanting to know how these organisms communicate to each other?! New juicy news explains how...A new tool for parsing the 'metabolic dialogue' between microorganisms | ScienceDaily@desert_alchemistIf you connected with me in some way or enjoyed this episode, send me an email at floraandfungapodast@gmail OR send me a DM @florafungapodcastWear FFP merch to support the show and impress your friends & familySupport the showGoFundME ITS FINALLY LIVE! IVE RELEASED MY NEW BIODIVERSITY DOCUMENTARY FILMING OLYMPIC PENINSULA FUNGI FESTIVAL--PLEASE GO WATCH If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me:Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com FacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokYouTubePatreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day SUP...