
The Regenerative Journey with Charlie Arnott
The Regenerative Journey podcast is an informative and thought-provoking series that explores the concept of regenerative living, highlighting our relationship with farming, food, and wellness, as well as our connection to Nature and the environment. Hosted by Charlie Arnott, a knowledgeable and engaging host, the podcast takes listeners on a journey towards understanding the ways in which we can work towards regenerating the world around us.
Whether you're an avid farmer, a health enthusiast, or simply someone who is curious about the world we live in, The Regenerative Journey is a must-listen. The show covers a wide range of topics, from the latest trends in sustainable agriculture to the impact of climate change on our planet. The podcast features insightful interviews with experts in the field of regenerative living, providing valuable insights into the latest thinking on this important subject.
The Regenerative Journey is an essential resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the impact of our choices on the world around us. With a focus on practical solutions and real-world examples, this podcast offers actionable advice for anyone who wants to make a positive change in their own lives and in the world at large. So if you're passionate about food, farming, and the environment, or simply looking for some inspiration and practical tips on how to live a more sustainable life, be sure to tune in to The Regenerative Journey podcast.
Latest episodes

Oct 9, 2023 • 57min
BONUS EP | Regenerative Farming Unveiled: A Conversation on Soil Health and Farming
In this podcast interview, Peter Challendar discusses his journey in regenerative agriculture with Charlie and Murray Richardson. Peter shares his experiences with pasture cropping and cover cropping on his property in Albury, NSW, where he has been working to improve soil health and productivity. He describes his shift from sheep to cattle farming and the benefits of working with Highland Beef to support his regenerative practices. Peter emphasises the importance of hydrology in his regenerative approach, highlighting the positive impact of contouring to retain water and improve land management. Overall, the interview provides valuable insights into Peter's efforts to diversify income streams and create a sustainable farming ecosystem. Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 52min
Dr Max Gulhane | Joining the dots between regenerative farming, nutrition and human health.
Dr Max Gulhane is a doctor of our future. Curious, young, determined, insightful, courageous and starting from the ground up. Max was not content with the mainstream medical narrative, which has led him to seek out alternative and complementary practices and methods to enhance longevity and vitality, ranging from meat-based diets to circadian rhythm alignment. All are interspersed with a healthy dose of Nature and farm-based connection. Episode Links Dr Robert Sabo - The Gardens Medical Group Albury - https://www.thegardensmedical.com.au/ Dr Anthony Chaffee - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzoRyR_nlesKZuOlEjWRXQQ Texas Slim https://texas-slim.transistor.fm/ Ansell Keyes - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ancel_Keys Dr Jack Kruse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ln3WszTq0uA Ed Rous - Nguni cattle breeder - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CyTndCzUTt0 Dr Doug Wallace - https://www.chop.edu/doctors/wallace-douglas-c Dr Sean O'Mara - https://drseanomara.com/ Dr Pran Yoganathan - https://centreforgastrointestinalhealth.com.au/team/dr-pran-yoganathan/ 'Hidden Messages in Water' -Masaru Emoto https://www.booktopia.com.au/hidden-messages-in-water-masaru-emoto/book/9780743289801.html Low Carb Down Under YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/lowcarbdownunder/playlists Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 38min
Jacob Wolki | Feeding his Community, Entrepreneurship and Averting a Health Crisis.
How Jake Wolki fits everything he does into every one of his days is quite the feat. A natural entrepreneur with a flare for farming, Jake's own health challenges were the catalyst for him seeking a better way to feed himself and his family, and now ultimately his rural community of Albury NSW through his cafe and butcher shop. An inspiring yarn, this episode highlights how adversity creates the opportunity for business and personal growth. Episode Links Wolki Farm - https://wolkifarm.com.au/ Wolki butchery - https://wolkifarm.com.au/wolki-butchery/ Justin Rhodes - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSGEokQQcdAVFuL_Aq8dlg Australian Beef Initiative - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7GV_3ZH93Y Quantum Health Summit - https://wolkifarm.com.au/product/quantum-health-summit/?fbclid=PAAaazh6FYX0L4_YYHOrzPOXVT6oaIE5HJy1VBgdkuPK4yfL219POzd3jo2zg_aem_Ab5LjT2Gs0grJPR0tNRX8Mt0OvQWGAbSmARsurF69YK9OQcmd-jHR53zzRSNbeTvjoI Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Sep 18, 2023 • 41min
BONUS EP | Mastering Cattle Selection: Insights from Herd Manager Will Mewburn
In this bonus episode of the Regenerative Journey, we're joined by Will Mewburn, a herd manager with Highland Beef. We discuss the importance of selecting the right cattle for the job, focusing on breed and early maturation to mitigate risks and achieve efficient growth. Will shares his experiences working closely with cattle and the need for transparency and collaboration between producers and herd managers. As market conditions fluctuate and the industry faces challenges, we explore strategies for farmers to navigate these uncertain times and safeguard their businesses. Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 49min
Jade Miles | Bringing the Future of Homesteading into the Present
Jades Miles is a shining example of how the journey of childhood can determine the course of one's life. Having grown up in a household where homesteading was a normal daily practice, Jade has used her experience to create her own haven of self-reliance with Charlie her husband and children. However her influence goes far beyond her own farm as CEO of NFP Sustainable Table and the author of 'Futuresteading', a practical how-to homestead in a changing world. Episode Links: Future steading podcast - https://www.futuresteading.com.au/podcast/ ORICoop https://organicinvestmentcooperative.com.au/ Charles Einstein Bill Plotkin https://www.animas.org/about-us/our-founder/ Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 59min
Jono Frew |Conventional farming to alignment with nature
Jono is a remarkably colourful, interested and interesting man whose various life challenges have been inflection points in his career. A founding member of the now popular and influential Organisation called Quorum Sense. Jono is a respected regenerative farming coach and farmer on the south island of New Zealand. Episode Links: Quorum Sense - https://www.quorumsense.org.nz/ Natural Performance - https://naturalperformance.co.nz/ Jordon B Peterson - https://www.jordanbpeterson.com/ Landmark Forum Australia -https://landmarkworldwidesydney.com/the-landmark-forum/ Joe Despenza - https://drjoedispenza.com/ Zach Bush -https://zachbushmd.com/ The Surrender Experiment - https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-surrender-experiment-michael-a-singer/book/9781473621503.html Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Aug 28, 2023 • 57min
BONUS EP | Navigating Agricultural Diversification and Risk Management
In this insightful podcast episode, Michael Gooden, Murray Richardson, and Charlie Arnott discuss the complexities of diversifying enterprises in the agricultural sector. From understanding risk profiles to managing stocking rates and integrating different species, they delve into the challenges and benefits of making strategic decisions for a more robust and sustainable farming business. Tune in to learn how to balance financial viability, ecological outcomes, and personal satisfaction in the pursuit of a diversified agricultural journey. Episode Links: https://www.oldmancreek.com.au/ Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model looking to change the way farmers and customers interact. Essentially this Australian-owned business place cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing their graziers to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Aug 21, 2023 • 1h 59min
Geoff Ross | From marketing executive and vodka maker to wool and wilderness
Geoff Ross really has a great yarn to tell. Having been involved in agriculture from a young age before settling securely into the marketing industry in New Zealand and subsequently starting a hugely successful vodka brand, Geoff gravitated to an incredible property in the South Island, turning his experienced marketing hand towards the promotion and production of regenerative and ethically grown wool at Lake Hawea Station, the farm he owns and runs with his wife Justine. His journey is one of determination to demonstrate how landscape can be managed in a truly regenerative way whilst sharing its beauty with the world. Episode Links Lake Hawea Station - https://lakehaweastation.com/ Jono Frew https://naturalperformance.co.nz/our-team Alan Savory - https://savory.global/ Nicole Masters - https://integritysoils.com/ Ruminati https://ruminati.com.au Sheep Inc https://sheepinc.com Farm IQ https://farmiq.co.nz B Corp https://www.bcorporation.net Cactus outdoor clothing https://cactusoutdoor.co.nz Pure Advantage https://pureadvantage.org Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Aug 14, 2023 • 2h 2min
Dr. John Grant: Putting the Culture and Colour Back into Soil Science.
A real gem in the world of Australian soil science, Dr John Grant has the unique ability to break down potentially complex principles and concepts into entertaining and digestible morsels of information, grounded in his wealth of hands-on experience and academic studies.. The world of soil, and Nature in general, is much more intriguing through the eyes and words of Dr John. Episode Links 'Omnivores Dilemma' Michael Pollan - https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/4PmY39 'Where Song Began' Tim Low https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/m5EBee The Nature and Properties of Soil- Weil and Bradyhttps://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/xk5PBA Biophilia by Edward O Wilson - https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/QyngaP Whian Whian Landcare Group - https://www.facebook.com/whianwhianlandcaregroup/ Elizabeth Kubler-Ross https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elisabeth_K%C3%BCbler-Ross Fred Magdoff - https://booktopia.kh4ffx.net/jrygN5 and https://greattransition.org/contributor/fred-magdoff Southern Cross University - Regenerative Agriculture Science Degree - https://www.scu.edu.au/study/science-and-environment/regenerative-agriculture/ Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.

Aug 7, 2023 • 44min
BONUS EP | Exploring AgTech Innovations in Regenerative Farming
In this world-first Regenerative Journey virtual panel discussion, Charlie Arnott, Stuart Austin, and Murray Richardson come together to discuss the latest advancements in agriculture technology and its application in regenerative farming practices. Stuart Austin, the progressive General Manager of Wilmot Cattle Company, shares insights on how technology has transformed their farming operations in New South Wales. The panel explores the criteria for selecting and adopting ag tech, the value of information-driven decisions, and the significant returns on investment observed in their unique enterprises. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the future of technology in regenerative agriculture. Episode Links Farm Bot https://farmbot.com.au/ Farm Lab https://www.farmlab.com.au/ Maia grazing https://www.maiagrazing.com/ Sapien https://www.sapien.com.au/ Xero https://www.xero.com/au/ Figured https://www.figured.com/en-au/ Safe Ag Systems https://www.safeagsystems.com Emergency Plus https://www.emergencyplus.com.au/ Season Sponsor: This season we've teamed up with Highland Beef Pastoral a grass-fed beef supply chain servicing the growing US grass-fed market. The Highland Beef program uses an innovative model to change how farmers and customers interact. Essentially, this Australian-owned business places cattle on their member graziers’ properties at their expense and provides farmers competitive returns for every kg of beef produced, allowing them to focus on improving their businesses in a capital-free, risk-free environment. If you’re interested in finding out more about this program visit hbpastoral.com.au/charliearnott. Episode Credits: Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our host Charlie Arnott. Our producer is Rhys Jones of Yaga Media. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners. Patrons get access to exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to https://charliearnott.com.au/podcast/ to support my work.