Chews Wisely

Today we debunk the claim that cattle “take up so much land.” Or rather, we add heaps of much-needed nuance to it.  The Bloomberg article/map referenced in the episode is here. This is a Patreon exclusive episode. To hear the full episode, become a regenerator at the link below. Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com Chews Wisely is brought to you by Little Creek Lamb & Beef. Use code WISELY for 10% off your first order!

If you’ve ever felt unsettled by buying trend cycles on the internet, or noticed how nothing seems to be made to last anymore, you are definitely not alone. In today’s episode, Caroline discusses her own history with, and current thoughts on, the accumulation of stuff, and how to push back against the urge to consume our way into a more joyful, sustainable life. Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com

It might sound ridiculously simple, but today’s episode is about the slow shift I’ve made from recipe cooking to pantry cooking, and the joys it’s brought. We talk about how pantry cooking has built fluency in the kitchen, broadened my palette, and increased enjoyment for me in a place where traditionally I didn’t have much. Also discussed: cooking during inflated food costs, how social media has biased us towards ‘sexy’ or ‘trendy’ foods, and how to make our kitchens more functional.  Full Episode is available on the Chews Wisely Patreon feed! Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com

Lacey Jean is a hide tanner, a butcher, a shepherdess, and a woman who has built a beautiful, rich life out of the ashes of very hard times. She’s on the podcast to talk about food and how  she nourishes herself directly from her community, but as with all the best conversations we range far. We talk about resilience, reinvention, taking the life of an animal, and how to respectfully approach mentors that you’d like to learn from. We also cover how to earn your own self respect, and how to chase dreams even - and especially - when no one else is coming to help you get there.  Lacey on Instagram Lacey’s website Lacey’s hide tanning course Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com Chews Wisely is brought to you by Little Creek Lamb & Beef. Use code WISELY for 10% off your first order!

Lacey Jean is a hide tanner, a butcher, a shepherdess, and a woman who has built a beautiful, rich life out of the ashes of very hard times. She’s on the podcast to talk about food and how  she nourishes herself directly from her community, but as with all the best conversations we range far. We talk about resilience, reinvention, taking the life of an animal, and how to respectfully approach mentors that you’d like to learn from. We also cover how to earn your own self respect, and how to chase dreams even - and especially - when no one else is coming to help you get there.  Lacey on Instagram Lacey’s website Lacey’s hide tanning course Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com Chews Wisely is brought to you by Little Creek Lamb & Beef. Use code WISELY for 10% off your first order!

What’s the deal with grassfed vs grainfed? Are grasslands the most endangered ecosystem? Today we talk with Professor Steve Smith, an Associate Professor of Biology, Field Botany, and Sustainability at the University of Arizona, about what makes grasslands such special and fragile ecosystems, the role of large ruminants on these landscapes, and the precise nature of grazing. Steve also shares his opinions on GMOs, and weighs in on the great grassfed vs grainfed debate. Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com Chews Wisely is brought to you by Little Creek Lamb & Beef.

Dr. Frank Mitloehner, an air quality specialist, discusses the differences between carbon and methane emissions and explains the impact of methane on global warming. They explore the potential of methane as an energy source and the benefits of managing methane emissions. The podcast also addresses the need to mitigate livestock emissions and challenges the idea of reducing cattle in developed nations. It touches on the negative impact of beef production on deforestation and emphasizes the importance of industry collaboration in reducing emissions.

Caroline shares a life update, how she’s thinking about food and nourishment at 21 weeks pregnant, and thoughts on navigating the medical system as someone who is “crunchy adjacent.” This episode is a Patreon preview. To listen fully, become a member below. Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com

A personal episode about Caroline’s exploration into intuitive eating over the last year. We start with a reflection on surviving the toxic  1990’s food culture, Caroline talks about how she stopped forcing herself to eat things she didn’t like, and how she slowly got into an unstructured version of intuitive eating.             Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com Chews Wisely is brought to you by G5 Insurance. For your farm, ranch, and small business insurance needs, check out g5agency.com! And let them know we sent you.

Is local honey really local? Store bought honey can be cut with what? And are queens really in charge of the hive? On today’s episode you’ll hear from Beth Couchoud of Honeysuckle Nectary, who brings her passion and knowledge for beekeeping to us, along with heaps of nuance. Today’s episode will have you marveling at the magic of honeybees, seeking out your local apiaries, and popping the tires on your lawnmowers.  Honeysuckle Nectary: Website Instagram Stay in touch with Chews Wisely: IG: @chewswiselypodcast Patreon: Chews Wisely Email: chewswiselypodcast@gmail.com Chews Wisely is brought to you by G5 Insurance. For your farm, ranch, and small business insurance needs, check out g5agency.com! And let them know we sent you.