Flora Funga Podcast

KK the Plant Biologist with a Thirst for Mycology
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Aug 11, 2025 • 1h 8min

176: MEET THE PLUG|The Fungivore’s Guide to Mexico’s Mycotours

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewIn this episode, Zach and I dive into how he went from 27 years in kitchens to hiking through the mountains of Mexico hosting culinary myco-adventures with his wife. From psychedelic beginnings in the '90s to micro-tourism magic in Oaxaca, Zach shares stories of barbacoa under the stars, discovering 51 orchid species on a mushroom survey, dyeing silk with lobsters (the mushrooms, not the animals), and building trust with indigenous communities one spore at a time.We get into:How mushroom tourism actually worksThe power of language and cultural respect in ecological tourismMushroom dyeing, Mexican culinary traditions, and wild edible huntsAnd the future of cross-cultural mycology, from Oaxaca to Chiapas to JapanAll resources are on florafungapodcastcom/176 Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Aug 6, 2025 • 51min

175: Fashion Meets Fungi

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewWe unpack how Shane is using tech like open-source humidity sensors and wet bulb wizardry to fine-tune his fungi farms—because apparently, mushrooms are picky about their climate, just like us.But it’s not just about the grow room—Shane’s on a mission to tackle food waste, reinvent plant pots with mycelium and shredded jeans, and make soil richer while keeping landfills leaner. And if you thought fungi and fashion didn’t mix, think again—Shane’s teaming up with design students to turn old clothes and mushrooms into the designer fashion of compost.All resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/175 Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Jul 30, 2025 • 13min

174: 7 Top Mushrooms YOU Should NOT Eat!

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewWe dive into the dangerous yet deceptively world of poisonous mushrooms. From the lawn-dwelling False Parasol to the infamous Death Cap for Cutie, KK breaks down 6 toxic fungi that could ruin more than just your hike. You’ll learn how to spot deadly lookalikes, like the glowing Jack-O'-Lantern, and the brain-like False Morel, and the elegant but lethal Destroying Angel. Don't even touch the Trichoderma cornu-damae... Each mushroom comes with its own set of symptoms — from stomach-twisting cramps to liver failure — and often mimics edible species, making misidentification a real risk. The takeaway?  Don’t eat any mushroom you can’t confidently ID, and beware of the seemingly innocent “Little Brown Mushrooms.” This episode mixes science, safety tips, and a bit of sass to help you forage smarter — and stay alive. Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Jul 23, 2025 • 58min

173: Turning Trash into Gold with Wrigglebrew

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewSam founded a biotech startup out of college making worm poop fertilizer then found a way to use worms to eat plastics. Now hes the CEO of Wrigglebrew.Find all resources on florafungapodcast.com/173 Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Jul 16, 2025 • 1h 16min

172: If you Sell Mushroom Products you're Going to Need this!

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewVictoria is an attorney focused on psychedelic medicine, cannabis, and functional mushroom law. She helps businesses and healthcare providers enter and grow in these challenging spaces.All resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/172rudicklawgroup.comSocial Media LinksInstagramLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-cvitanovic-83648a90?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Jul 9, 2025 • 1h 9min

171: Can These Plants REALLY Help You Sleep?

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Janine is the Owner and Chief Innovations Officer of Talent Think Innovations, a business strategy and consulting firm. With over 19 years of experience across diverse industries—from pharmaceuticals and education to tech and wellness—she is known for her dynamic, human-centered approach to innovation and organizational design. Janine blends her business acumen with spiritual and cultural wisdom as a second-generation herbalist of Guyanese and Trinidadian descent. Her work focuses on sustainable, forward-thinking strategies rooted in wellness, mental health, psychedelics, and the future of life and work. She is also the author of The Absurdity of Doing You: Rebel Elegance for the Evolving Soul. All resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/171 Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Jul 4, 2025 • 26min

JOIN ME at This Years North Florida Entheogenic Conference July 12|13th

Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a ReviewJoin speakers, chats, vendors, and explore the amazing people! Grab yo BOGO TICKET Before 7/5/25!  North Florida Entheogenic Conference & Expo Tickets, Multiple Dates | EventbriteNorth Florida Entheogenic Conference- WEBSITENorth Florida Entheogenic Conference & Expo (@nfl_entheoexpo) • Instagram photos and videosZbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...
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Jul 2, 2025 • 1h 42min

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 Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next dayZbiotics: "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...
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Jun 25, 2025 • 44min

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 Zbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next dayZbiotics: "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...
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Jun 18, 2025 • 18min

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 - ScienceDirectZbiotics: "FLORA10"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next daySupport 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...

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