Year of Plenty Podcast

In this episode, we explore the tradition of rendering animal fats, focusing on tallow and lard and their unique uses in cooking and beyond. We discuss the role of animal fats in human history, why they fell out of favor, and their modern revival. Plus, Lindey shares her experience with homemade tallow soap, highlighting its skin benefits.Episode Overview:The differences between tallow and lard, including texture, cooking applications, and smoke pointsA brief history of animal fats in the hum...

This episode is a conversation with Danielle Prewett. Danielle is the founder of Wild + Whole and a Wild Foods Contributing Editor for MeatEater. Danielle believes that every meal should tell a story, and that sustainable eating starts by reawakening our connection to food and relying on the seasons and the inherent rhythms of nature to guide our choices.Episode Overview:Why are food system is broken and how eating consciously is the answerHow you can start to eat and cook more seasonallyComm...

Today’s guest is Matt Skoglund, a first-generation bison rancher and the owner of North Bridger Bison in Montana. Matt is passionate about raising bison regeneratively, using holistic methods that improve biodiversity and soil health on the land. In this episode, we dive into his journey into bison ranching, why bison are so vital to the landscape, and how regenerative farming can reshape our food system.Episode Overview:Matt Skoglund's story as a first generation bison rancher in MontanaWhy ...

In this episode of the Year of Plenty Podcast, I sit down with Orion Aon, an expert wild food forager and founder of Forage Colorado. Orion shares his vast experience in foraging, focusing on late summer to fall mushrooms. We dive into identifying, foraging, and preparing some of the best edible mushrooms you can find in the wild during this season. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced forager, Orion's insights on mushroom habitats, sustainable harvesting, and cooking wild mushrooms wi...

In this episode, I chat with Kyle Kamp, the expert nutritionist behind Valley to Peak Nutrition, about the critical aspects of backcountry nutrition for hunters and other backcountry enthusiasts. Whether you're gearing up for a multi-day backcountry hunt or hiking trip, dialing in your nutrition can make all the difference. Kyle shares practical tips on how to fuel your body efficiently, manage calorie intake, and ensure proper hydration and meal timing while in the backcountry.Episode Overvi...

In this episode, Poldi chats with Ken Thrall all about how you can increase your odds for success in the elk woods. Ken works for Kifaru Gear and has hunted elk for over a decade.Episode Overview:Tips for better e-scouting to find locations on the map that might hold elkHow Ken’s e-scouting methodology changes from elk archery to rifle seasonWhat a typical glassing session looks like for Ken when he is scouting for elkA brief lesson on elk behavior, how elk move throughout the day, and how hu...

This Year of Plenty Podcast episode is a conversation with Randy Newberg. Randy is a passionate hunter and the voice of the public land hunter in America. With decades of experience on public lands, he’s become a leading advocate for self-guided hunters and others who appreciate public lands. Randy hosts two popular TV shows, 'Fresh Tracks' and 'On Your Own Adventures,' and the Hunt Talk Podcast, where he speaks unfiltered about hunting and conservation.Episode Overview:Randy Newberg's Journe...

Ryan is a dedicated marketing director with a solid 20-year career in media development within the hunting and outdoor markets. He was the marketing director at Mystery Ranch for a long time and fractionally helped out as VP of Marketing at LandTrust. Above all, Ryan is deeply passionate about hunting, climbing, health and photojournalism.Episode Overview:How Ryan got into hunting and what it means to be an outdoorsmanHis journey working at Mystery Ranch, a premier backpack companyRyan’s heal...

This episode is a conversation with Tim Frost (aka Hoosier Forager) all about oyster mushroom foraging. Tim is a wild edible mushroom identification expert and educator. His content covers edible & medicinal mushroom and plant identification, cooking & storing wild foods, as well as general foraging tips.Episode Overview:How Tim started his mushroom foraging journeyWhy we love oyster mushrooms and foraging for themUnique fun facts about wild oyster mushroomsHow to identify some of the...

This episode is Part 2 of our conversation with James Mann (aka Spicebush Woodcraft). James if a foraging educator, homesteader, and chef.Episode Overview:Why James built a thermal greenhouse to get more out of his homesteadWhat his thermal greenhouse looks like and how he built it (including the budget)How the greenhouse allows him to grow plants during cold seasonsHow he collects rainwater to water the plants in his thermal greenhouseThe benefits of a thermal greenhouse for homesteadingAnd ...

From prehistoric times to modern day supermarkets, nuts have been a reliable food source throughout history. And there are plenty of species you can gather in the wild to fill your pantry! Hickory nuts being one of them. In this episode, we chat with James Mann from Spicebush Woodcraft and dive deep into the world of hickory nut foraging.Episode Overview:James shares the story of how he got into hickory nut foragingWhy you should forage for hickory nuts and which species have the best flavorH...

EP 123 | This episode is a conversation with Kyle Seip (aka Castiron Kyle) who is a castiron cookware expert, hot sauce nerd, and heirloom vegetable seed trader.Episode Overview:New things happening in the cast iron cookware worldKyle’s gardening projects for 2024How to grow healthy pepper plantsHow to make fermented hot sauce at homeKyle’s process for saving seeds from his vegetable harvestsTrading heirloom seeds with people across the worldUse code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OF...

This conversation is a deep dive into the world of elderberry foraging. And for you to learn more about this amazing plant species, I brought on none other than Jesse Akozbek. Jesse is a great guy and a very good forager and most importantly wants you to be one too! He is known for his technical yet approachable style of teaching foraging that gives people the confidence to forage safely and responsibly. You may have seen him through his online platform, Feral Foraging, where he posts everyth...

This episode is a conversation with upland bird hunting guide Jake Perry, owner of Superior Upland LLC. Jake specializes in ruffed grouse hunting and this species is the focus of this episode.Episode Overview:Jake's love for upland birds and why he decided to become a guideRuffed Grouse Hunting 101: Everything you need to know and more to be successful in the grouse woodsRuffed grouse behavior and how to scout for themThe three big factors that will help you locate ruffed grouse time and time...

Are you looking to grow veggies in a small space? Join Poldi and Lindey as they discuss their gardening plans at their new apartment. Many renters decide not to grow food, because of limited grow space. But it is possible! In this episode, you will learn how Poldi and Lindey have grown squash and other veggies using grow bags and trellises, as well as their plans for the upcoming gardening season.Episode Overview:How we plan to grow squash and other veggies on a patio using grow bagsSquash va...

Ready to discover the best tool for understanding food labels and more? This episode is a conversation with Julia Putzeys who is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of the Trash Panda app. Join Poldi and Julia as they discuss the confusing landscape of food labels and ultra-processed food ingredients. And learn about the ultimate tool for understanding food labels.Episode Overview:Julia’s journey into the nutrition world and what motivated her to start the TrashPanda AppT...

EP 118 | Join Poldi and Lindey as they explore the delicious and healthful world of homemade, nutrient-dense ice cream. Discover how this classic treat can be transformed into a nutrient powerhouse with just a few simple ingredients.Episode Overview:Delving into the origins of ice cream and its evolution from ancient times to the present day.Unpacking the nutritious value of homemade ice cream and how it differs from store-bought varieties.An exploration of the key ingredients that turn ordin...

EP 117 | This episode is a recording of a recent X space where Poldi and co-host Lindey discuss spruce tree foraging, how to distinguish spruce from other conifers, and some ways of using spruce as an ingredient in the kitchen. Spruce trees are perfect for winter foraging! Poldi and Lindey also share a recent scientific review linking ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases and test their ketone levels for the first time since starting a keto diet in 2024.Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower ...

EP 116 | This episode is a conversation with my friend Luke Oswald who is a hunter, angler, forager, and podcaster himself. On his show, Publicly Challenged, Luke interviews wild food experts, naturalists, and others who utilize public land recreationally. His goal is for him and his listeners to learn how to hunt, fish, and forage better, and do it all in a sustainable manner.Episode Overview:Hunting hogs with spears and why Luke decided to hunt them with this primal methodEthical cons...

EP 115 | The following is a Year of Plenty Podcast Livestream recording about protein digestion tips when switching to a high-protein diet & more.Episode Overview:Trouble digesting high-protein foods? We share some tips on how you can improve protein digestion when switching to a high-protein dietTiramisu Chia Seed Pudding RecipeKeto Pizzagnia Recipe (very low carb)Book Club Segment: Overview of ancestral foodways from the book Ancestral Appetites by Kristen J. Gremillion Use c...

EP 114 | The following is a conversation with Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru all about hunting Mountain Whitetail Deer. Ken is a lifelong hunter who specializes in elk, deer, and other big game animals in the Mountain West. He is a master hunter with a wealth of knowledge who successfully punches tags on public land year after year.Episode Overview:The value of getting your meat supply through huntingWhy hunting whitetail deer in the Rocky Mountains is a rewarding pursuitWhen and how to scout for...

This episode is a recording of our first Year of Plenty Podcast Livestream on X! Listen along as we dive into disturbing research on micro- and nanoplastics in plastic water bottles, teflon cookware, and food packaging. We also share words from the community!Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com or my Instagram to receive a FREE EB...

In this episode, we discuss Max's experience working as a cheese maker on a dairy farm in the Alps. High alpine dairy farming has a strong tradition in the European Alps that came about 3000 years ago. Every year tough farmers make their way into the mountains to herd cattle and preserve the precious milk into cheese, butter, and other dairy products.Episode Overview:Max’s experience managing a high-elevation dairy farm in the Alps together with 2 of his friendsHow cheese is made in the Alps ...

In this episode, I share some of my top tips for DIY meat grinding that I have learned over the years. Everything from how to prepare the meat grinder and ingredients before you get started to the meat grinder part maintenance after you are done. Get ready to learn the essential skill that will help you secure protein for you and your family.Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify an...

This episode is a conversation with my friend and fellow foodie Antonin Filicetti. Antonin is a teacher, farmer, forager, fermented, and chef. He considers himself a steward of culture, facilitating experiential learning that reconnects people to the relationships and skills that root food to place. His formal background is in medicine, psychology, nutrition, and organic agriculture. In the last decade, he has practiced a wide range of land management and food production techniques including ...

This episode is a conversation with the mighty Dr. Robert Kiltz. Dr. Kiltz is the Founder and Director of CNY Fertility, where he has spent more than two decades helping families grow. Through his clinical fertility work, he has seen how eating a Keto/Carnivore diet and evolving one's lifestyle habits can vastly improve fertility and overall health. This has inspired him to share his knowledge, and the expertise of other Keto/Carnivore thought leaders with you. Similar to my mission with the ...

This episode is a conversation with Chris Trump, who is an organic farmer and Korean Natural Farming consultant. Chris helps farmers around the world implement Korean Natural Farming solutions to create beautiful and healthy farmland as well as more nutrient-dense crops. For 12 years, Chris studied under and traveled with Master Cho who is the founder of Korean Natural Farming. Since then, Chris became the first in the world to apply Natural Farming Solutions large-scale—not only on his famil...

This episode is a Foodies Roundtable conversation on the Year of Plenty Podcast. Host, Poldi Wieland, and his partner Lindey sit down with fellow foodies and friends, Chef Will Morton, Chef Tyler McManus, and Chef Shay Helm for a fun and entertaining conversation.Episode Overview:Shay’s grandma’s secret bison heart stroganoff recipe that he cooked for the crewOur hunting successes and failures during the 2023 Montana Big Game SeasonUnique cuts from wild game animals, like tri-tip, flat iron s...

This episode is a conversation with Lorenzo Tavani. Lorenzo is a chef, forager, gardener, and all-around health nut. After attending culinary school and pursuing a career as a personal trainer, he has worked various jobs in the food system. From regenerative to professional kitchens, and a family-owned slaughterhouse, Lorenzo has taken a deep dive into where our food comes from. His mission is to empower you to cook more healthy food at home and build a deeper connection with your food system...

This episode dives deep into the world of Glyphosate, a chemical that has sparked endless debates, concerns, and research. We welcome back J Gulinello, an acclaimed Nutritional Therapist, Ancestrally-Based Practitioner, Speaker, and Researcher, to shed light on this controversial chemical in the popular herbicide, Round Up. Glyphosate, found in many food products, real food ingredients, and even tap water, is something that deeply concerns both J and myself. As we strive for a life of resilie...

This episode is a conversation with Natalie Erle about the gut and its microbiome, approaches to healing the gut, and embracing ancestral living. Natalie is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and is certified in Nutrition Pathology and Functional Medicine. Natalie improves the lives of many individuals with digestive disorders which have become very prevalent in the West. The good news is that most digestive disorders can be reversed through nutritional strategies and lifestyle cha...

This episode dives deep into the controversial topic of lab-grown meat, a subject that has been making headlines and stirring debates in the food industry. Host Poldi Wieland explores the ethical, environmental, and health implications of this emerging technology, questioning whether it aligns with traditional foodways and sustainable practices. Whether you're a staunch supporter of traditional farming or curious about the future of food, this episode offers a balanced perspective that you wo...

This episode is a conversation with Kareen Erbe. She is a permaculture expert and has a lot of experience helping others become more self-reliant and food-self sufficient.From getting clients started on their first-ever garden, to troubleshooting their garden pest issues, to working with couples on designing a full-blown self-reliant homestead, to designing 30-acre permaculture farms with food forests - she has done it all. A big part of her mission is to help people grow their own food so th...

This episode is one of my podcast appearances on the Publicly Challenged Podcast hosted by Luke Oswald, who is an avid outdoorsman and foodie himself.Luke had me on his podcast to chat a bit about my background and how I got obsessed with wild food procurement. Along those lines, we talk about all things hunting in Germany and how the hunting system is structured over there. We also get into the many opportunities and freedoms of hunting, fishing, and foraging here in the United States.It was...

In this episode, we delve into the thrilling world of spearfishing with none other than Valentine Thomas, a former London lawyer turned sustainable spearfisher woman. A renowned expert in the field, Valentine has not only mastered the art of spearfishing but has also become an influential advocate for sustainable food practices.Use code “yearofplenty” for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comEpisode Overview:How did Valentine Thomas got started with spearfishing?Spearfishing tactics and what the initial...

This episode of the Year of Plenty Podcast is a conversation with Clay Bowers, a passionate forager from Northern Michigan. Clay has been foraging for almost two decades and is well respected in the wild food community. The main topic of this conversation is wild, edible milkweed and its culinary versatility throughout the seasons.Use code “yearofplenty” for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comEpisode Overview:Clay's process for researching and familiarizing himself with a new edible speciesValuable re...

This episode is a conversation with my cohost and partner, Lindey, all about our journey into raising coturnix quail for eggs and meat on a budget. This is the first episode in a series that will follow us on our journey and we are excited to share what we learn in the coming months.Use code “yearofplenty” for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comEpisode Overview:Why we decided to go with quail over other birds like chickens and ducksThe pros and cons of raising quail for eggs and meatHow we built an ul...

This episode is a conversation with Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen from the Discover AG Podcast. They are two incredible women who are bringing a unique and exciting voice to the world of agriculture.Episode Overview:Natalie & Tara’s backstory and experience in the Ag industry.Why we should care about animal agriculture and why we shouldn’t get rid of it and feed the world exclusively on plant-based foods and meat/dairy alternatives.What we think is driving this anti-animal food t...

Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of American-made wooden cutting boards. In this episode, I chat with the talented craftsman, Mitchell Martishius, owner of Montana Block. Unlock the secrets to maintaining your cutting board's longevity.Episode Overview:How Mitchell got started making American-made wooden cutting boardsDiscover the artistry and functionality behind handcrafted wooden cutting boards Learn about the pros and cons compared to plastic alternatives How to pr...

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Bill Schindler, an archeologist, primitive technologist, and chef who is dedicated to studying and teaching ancestral food practices. Bill is also a professor of anthropology and archaeology at Washington College.In addition to his academic and research work, he is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys hunting, fishing, and foraging for wild edibles. He uses this hands-on experience to inform his teaching and help others understand the importance of reconnecti...

This episode is a conversation with Tyler Kuhn, an experienced Alaskan Guide, and my hunting buddy, Shay Helm.Tyler spends most of his year living out of a tent hunting everything from moose to brown bears all over the north. His knowledge runs deep. I am glad to have had an opportunity to pick his brain. Because he had so many awesome stories and tips to share.Episode Overview:Ancient Food Preservation in AlaskaWhy he decided to pack his bags and start guiding in AlaskaAlaskan Mindset and wh...

This episode is a conversation with Jon Dykes who is the hunt media manager for Hilleberg tents. Jon has been a lifelong learner of all things wild food, homesteading, and food preservation. Over the years, Jon has been figuring out how to maximize his backyard space to grow delicious vegetables and crops and even raise chickens.Episode Overview:How Jon became obsessed with food procurementHow he started growing his own food in an apartment with a homemade hydroponics systemWhat his current b...

Welcome back to the Year of Plenty podcast the shop for all things real food where we discuss topics around sustainable eating, nutrition, traditional foodways, homesteading, wild food, and much more.This episode is a conversation with Steven Cornett who runs the ultra-popular homesteading Youtube Channel called Nature’s Always Right.Steven started his journey into growing food as an urban market gardener where he would grow tons of veggies on as little land as possible and sell it at farmer'...

This episode is a conversation with Kris Chain who is a molecular geneticist. He is also the founder of Season Report, an online almanac that combines hunting, fishing, foraging, and gardening information all in one place.Episode Overview:A primer on DNA and how it is expressedThe study of epigenetics and how exercise and food can influence gene expressionHow food can help proteins function better or worseMuscle Fiber types and their different energy sourcesThe downsides of being able to get ...

This is a solo episode in which I detail my definition of real food.Support the podcast via Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentyYoutube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoSign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/X: https://x.com/yearofplentypodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyearofplenty/Or subscribe directly using your podcast app. The show is available on...

This episode is a conversation with my stepbrother Max Kuehnhoefer, a wholistic farmer. Max has dedicated the past 7 years of his life to learning as much about natural, biodiverse farming systems as possible.Episode Overview2023 Foodie GoalsBarriers to entry fishing in GermanyDefining Quality FoodMax experience at a conventional mass pig farmCheese making at a wholistic farm in northern GermanyMy first time attempting to make Mozarella from Fresh Raw MilkWholisitc vs conventional milk produc...

This episode is a conversation with Lily Nichols who is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and author. We sat down to talk about the dietary needs of pregnant women and how pregnancy can be optimized with real, whole foods. Which she covered in detail in her book Real Food For Pregnancy. It was a super interesting conversation and a lot of this info applies to everyone who is interested in eating a diet rich in real food. So all you guys listening out there stick around because you will defi...

This episode is a conversation with my buddies Shay Helm and Shane Weigand who have been hunting Montana and other parts of the great American wilderness for the last two decades.Both of them are very much into the culinary exploration of wild game and fish. In fact, Shay actually used to go to culinary school and Shane worked at a wild game processor in his teens. So needless to say that they know their way around the kitchen and butcher station. Shane is also very involved in using donkeys ...

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Hillary Lampers about living a simple life, focusing on eating real foods, and reconnecting with the old ways. As a doctor, Hillary offers a blend of Regenerative Medicine, Functional Medicine / Wellness, and Primary Care. Her areas of expertise include head & breathing conditions, brain health, hunting performance, pain management, hormone balancing, and digestion.Episode OverviewRelationship advice on how we can learn to accept each other fully, h...

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Miki Ben-Dor, a Paleoanthropologist at Tel Aviv University. His area of study examines the causal relationship between Paleolithic nutrition and human evolution. Figuring out what our ancestors ate can help inform us how we should eat in this day and age. Miki and I sat down to explore his findings on humans being much more adapted to eating meat than plants. Now I'm not against eating plants and Miki’s findings dont claim that we should only be ea...

This episode is a conversation between me, Caleb Kasper, Dylan Baldassari, and Matt Arnt. These guys are my most hardcore hunting, fishing, and foraging buddies and I spent a ton of time with them going after wild foods in Wisconsin.Episode Overview:2022 Mushroom Hunting Recap (especially Burn Morels)Updates on morel mushroom cultivationGrowing your own edible mushrooms at homeMatt training his first bird dog for duck huntingDuck hunting tips and favorite duck recipesDylan's spearfishing adve...

This episode is a conversation with Adam Berkelmans from www.theintrepideater.com. He also runs the Antler and Fin podcast for Harvesting Nature. Adam is a wild food chef and explores plants, animals, and fungi in bold ways in the kitchen.Episode OverviewAdam’s journey into the world of harvesting and cooking wild foodsForaging for Burdock Root and other wild plantsHow the modern world could benefit from developing a stronger connection and pride in real food once moreEating the whole b...

This episode is a conversation with Cast Iron Kyle. Kyle is a cast iron aficionado, small business owner, and content creator. He spends much of his week hunting down rare vintage cast iron skillets for people or restoring ones that didn't get enough love and ended up ruined from rust. I figured it would be fun to have Kyle on the podcast to do a deep dive into cast iron cookware so that you feel more comfortable incorporating these traditional utensils into your daily cooking routine.Episode...

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Andy Galpin, Professor of Kinesiology at California State University, Fullerton. He is one of the foremost experts in the world on human performance education. His focus is on the science and training methods to increase strength, hypertrophy, and endurance performance. While a professor, Andy also trains high-level athletes in many different disciplines and is on a mission to provide the world with free & accessible information to help you improve ...

This episode is a conversation with Chad Johnson who is a master ecosystem and edible forest garden designer. He has spent over two decades designing Food Forests and Water Landscapes worldwide. His early days as an ecosystem designer were spent studying under Sepp Holzer, a legendary permaculturist from Austria who chose Chad to be his protege.Since then Chad has spent over two decades designing Food Forests and Water Ways with a focus on resilient, low-maintenance growing systems that incor...

Today's episode is a conversation with Texas chef, butcher, and wild food enthusiast Jesse Griffiths! Jesse runs an amazing Restaurant in Texas called Dai Due and has written two very popular field-to-table books, the first one being Afield: A Chef’s Guide To Preparing and Cooking Wild Game and Fish, as well as his new book called THE HOG BOOK. Episode Overview:Jesse’s journey as a chef, butcher, hunter, angler, and gathererHis restaurant Dai Due and the local food philosophy that he emb...

This episode is a conversation with Craig Fear from Fearless Eating. Craig is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP) and the author of several different books about soups and broths. His newest book is called New England Soups of the Sea, which is a deep dive into US Fisheries and how we can start supporting the people who sustainably harvest seafood along our coast.Episode OverviewWhere most of the seafood consumed in the US comes fromBuilding A local supply-based market for more...

In this episode, I go over 4 different plant species to forage for this Spring. Whether you are a beginner or already have some foraging experience below your belt, this episode will help you bring home delicious wid edibles and provide some inspiration on how to prepare them in the kitchen. Support the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www....

A couple of months ago, I was invited by wild food writer, Tim Fowler to come on his podcast and talk about my journey into real foods / wild foods and some of the differences between the German and North American Hunting cultures. I had a great time chatting with Tim and figured you would get value from our conversation, so here it is!Overview:How I became obsessed with real food / wild foodsGerman vs. Nort American Hunting CultureCooking wild gameMy advice for you to accelerate at hun...

This episode is a conversation with Ryan Estep, who is a lifelong hunter and currently on the carnivore diet. Ryan is a meat connoisseur and knows more about cooking it than anyone else I know. So it is always a pleasure to pick his brain and get some new inspiration.Episode Overview:How Ryan's carnivore diet is goingThe story behind his caribou huntWhat carnivore-friendly, low carb foods to pack on a backcountry tripHarvesting roadkill and lessons learnedHow to dehydrate LiverUnique ways to ...

This episode is a conversation with Jacob Hernandez, who is one of my friends and fishing mentor. Over time, Jacob has acquired a ton of fishing knowledge. And although we could have touched on a bunch of different species in this episode, we decided to focus it on the mighty BURBOT (Lota lota). Burbot are amazing predatory fish that exist in the northern hemisphere. And the best part about them is that they are a very FINE food resource! After all, their nickname is poor man's lobster…and I ...

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Devin Pettigrew, who just finished his doctoral program in archeology. Devin has been on a quest to research ancient hunting weapons and tactics, and broader implications of these aspects on social organization, economy, and human-environmental relations. He has done a bunch of awesome experiments with ancient hunting weapons.Episode OverviewsAncient piercing weapons used for hunting (lance, javelin, bow and arrow, atlatl)Deep dive into the atlatl and d...

This episode is a conversation with Craig Camp who has been heavily involved in the wine industry for over 30 years. After learning about wine production in Italy, he has worked with many different vineyards, been on the board of directors for several winegrowing associations and was named on the list of “Wine’s Most Inspiring People of 2021” by the Wine Industry Network. Today, Craig runs Troon Vineyard. A holistic biodynamic vineyard in the beautiful AppleGate Valley region of Oregon....

In today's episode, I chat with Tori Loomis all about life as a chef & how empowering it can be to get to know your food up close and personal. Tori is a chef and Louisiana native. She has practically spent most of her life cooking in professional kitchens or around the campfire for friends and family. On top of this Tori is actively out there bringing home wild foods to experiment with in the kitchen. I had a ton of fun talking to her and it was great to hear her perspective on som...

This episode is a conversation with my friend and fellow foodie Caleb Sindic all about the beef supply chain in America and why beef prices have increased in 2021.Episode Overview:What metric is used to measure food prices in the US?What has happened in the supply chain that caused beef prices to increase in 2021Who controls the beef market?How the government and ranchers are taking action to bring change to the industryCaleb’s first successful deer hunt & what the field2table experience ...

This episode is a conversation with Zach Slattery, a bowhunter from Australia. Zach gives us the rundown on hunting in Australia where he and his mates hunt feral goats, hogs, and more.Episode OverviewGame species classification and tag system in AustraliaThe deer of AustraliaHunting access, private vs public landWhy Zach was targeted by a global hate campaignDealing with an overpopulation of feral animals that threaten native flora and faunaThe 3 types of Kangaroo hunting tagsShould anglers ...

This episode is a conversation with Caleb Kasper, Matt Arnt, Tom Siefkes. They are good friends I met back in La Crosse Wisconsin & we have hunted, fished, and cooked many times together.It was great to catch up and hear how the wild food harvesting has been going for them throughout the seasons this year.Overview:Short recap of everyone's deer hunting & waterfowl season so farHow Matt, Tom & Caleb usually prep for deer seasonWhat it has been like for Matt & Tom, who hav...

In this episode, I get into the meat and potatoes behind grassfed labels on beef and dairy products. Ever wonder what grassfed really means? What it really takes to put these labels on packaging? Learn all about this and more on the Year of Plenty Podcast.Overview:Which government associations regulate these labels, if any?What are the standards and definitions behind these labels?What do meat producers need to do in terms of livestock management practices and the documentation to get a...

This episode is a conversation with Stephan Van Vliet. He earned his PhD in Kinesiology and Community Health & received post-doctoral training at the Center for Human Nutrition in the Washington University in St Louis School of Medicine. Dr. van Vliet also holds a Masters in Nutrition Science. He performs clinical and translational studies to evaluate the effects of whole food ingestion and physical activity interventions on body composition, physical function, inflammation, insulin actio...

This episode is a conversation with Mary Ruddick on the traditional diets of the Masaai and Hadzabe peoples. Mary is a certified nutrition coach, educator, and has authored several books and online educational programs. She is known to find solutions to health conditions that seem impossible to heal by modern medicine alone. In her practice, she teaches her clients the tools and methods necessary to take control of their health once again.Overview:Bird’s eye view of ethnic groups Mary has vis...

This episode is a conversation with salt expert Darryl Bosshardt from Redmond Realsalt. Darryl has studied salt his whole life and I figured it would be good for us to hear about such an essential ingrdient from him. We use salt everyday, but many of us don’t know much about it. Darryl is here to help us understand the in's and out's of salt.OverviewHow Darryl got interested in saltThe story behind Redmond RealSaltFun history facts about saltHow salt deposits come aboutChemical makeup and min...

This episode is a conversation with my good friends and fellow outdoorsmen Caleb and Dylan. Both of them spend a lot of their free time either hunting, fishing, foraging, or all of them together. They are also grad students at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, where they are studying with, and learning from, world-class mycologists. Needless to say, being a conscious participant in nature is their greatest passion.Episode Overview:Benefits of treating hunting, fishing, and foraging as ...

Today's episode is a conversation with my friend Ryan Estep who runs an awesome Instagram account called @meatyourwild! Ryan is currently on a carnivore or "ALL MEAT” diet for health reasons. Since he eats meat everyday he has mastered cooking it in a variety of ways. Ryan has learned A TON about cooking meat on his carnivore journey and shares some powerful meat cooking wisdom with you in this episode!Episode Overview:Ryan's motivation for starting his IG accountHis carnivore journey thus fa...

This episode is a conversation with Zach Ferenbaugh. He is a lifelong hunter and one of the best public land hunters that I know of. Zach is also one of the guys who started the Hunting Public, which is a media company that produces elite content around hunting on public land.Episode Overview:How the Hunting Public startedHow Zach got immersed with huntingHow Zach likes to scout for deerHunting deer from the groundLate season deer hunting tacticsand moreSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://...

This episode is a conversation with my stepbrother Max who is a biodynamic farmer in Germany. Max and I have shared a passion for food and he outdoors forever! He is also the one who influenced the way I think about food today by introducing me to some of the philosophy behind sustainable farming that works with nature instead of against it.Some of the topics we cover are:The value behind getting into farming and why Max chose to go down that pathHis trip to a small farm in SwedenTraditional ...

This episode is a conversation with Luke Reeves, who is an avid outdoorsman and gardener. Over the last month him and others have been working hard to bring the Hunting Collective to life. The Hunting Collective is a new organization that was created around the premise that mentorship is key to helping people achieve their outdoor-lifestyle goals! It focuses around inclusiveness in hunting and the broader outdoors community. Currently, the group has established chapters in almost every state ...

This episode is a conversation with Francesco who is a veterinarian and wildlife photographer/filmmaker for Altitude and Trails, a hunting media project. During our conversation we talked about how to inspect animals you hunted, or raised, for signs of disease, so that you can decide if you want to use them as food. We also go over some specific data points hunters can collect to gain an understanding about the health status of wild populations in their local area.Episode Overview:Francesco's...

This episode is a conversation with Tom Volk who is a world-renowned mycologist and professor at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. He teaches numerous courses such as Medical Mycology, Plant-Microbe Interactions, Food & Industrial Mycology and even Lating & Greek for Scientists. Tom runs a popular web page called Tom Volk's Fungi, which features a host of fungi species and is an extensive introduction to the Kingdom Fungi. He has worked in mushroom cultivation and is intimately...

In this week's episode, I talk to Victor from Brazil, who has spent most of his life learning about environmental science, sustainable food systems, and Syntropic farming. Victor and his friend were the first people to start a Syntropic farm in Australia and he currently runs the website syntropicgardener.com. Syntropic farming is all about creating life through systems that bring together landscapes, flora, fauna and humans in harmony. Unlike industrial agriculture, where biodiversity and hu...

In today's episode I talk to Jennifer Cote, who currently runs a Wild Crafting business called Moose Mushroom and Mud out in British Columbia, Canada! I wanted to have Jennifer on to have a conversation about how we can harvest the sap from birch trees and how to use it in the kitchen.Episode Overview:Jennifer’s background and journey into wild foodsEquipment needed to collect birch sapEverything you need to know about harvesting birch sapHow to use birch sap in the kitchen The story beh...

This episode is a conversation with outdoors man, Andy McLaughlin. Andy has been a student of nature his entire life and has a passion for cooking and sourcing his food ingredients from his garden, the wild or people in his region. Episode Overview:Life in AlaskaMaking your own sea saltVegetable gardening for maximum harvestPreserving veggiesMoose HuntingEating nose to tailMaking wild boar hamCharcuterie with wild game meatFishing for meat and how to preserve fish without freezing it (ca...

This episode is a conversation with ethnobotany enthusiast and wild food instructor, Kyle Chamberlain. Stick around until the end of the episode to learn who won the hand-forged damscus steel cleaver.Episode Overview:Kyle's journey into the world of plantsWe discuss various wild edible plants, especially berriesEthnography and how people have processed wild plants into food throughout historyLand Stewardship and cultivating wild food sustainablyHarvesting road kill animalsSupport the podcast ...

This episode is a conversation with Marty Kendall who runs the popular blog called Optimizing Nutrition.Episode Overview:Marty's journey and why he started his blogWe dive into what it means to eat a nutrient-dense dietWe go over the different categories of nutrients out thereWhy we should even focus on nutrients in the first placeWe talk about how seeking out nutrient-dense foods allows us to reach a state of satiety and how that can be beneficialThen we get into how nutrient density can be ...

This week's episode is a conversation with Lora Lea and Rick Misterly who run a small farm in Northeastern Washington State.Episode Overview:Ricks and Lora Lea’s journey, how the farm got startedThe evolution of the local food movement as Rick and Lora Lea have witnessed itRaising goats for dairyRaw vs pasteurized milkHow cheese is madeAging cheeseImportance of preserving traditional cooking methodsSuccessfully running a small farmRaising ducksSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreo...

This week's episode is a conversation with Bruce McGlenn, founder of Human Nature Hunting School. I actually worked for Bruce out at his school in the beautiful mountain range of North Eastern Washington over the summer. It was a fun time! This is also when we recorded this episode! Bruce is one of the few people who has made it his mission to teach others a holistic approach to hunting and turn his students into stewards of the land.Episode Overview:Bruce’s background as a hunterThe Human Na...

This episode is a Foodies’ Roundtable conversation with Connor Schuler and Chip Ramsden.Episode Overview:Talking Scotch and BourbonNews about Future FoodRecipes/Foods we recommend trying at homeSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentyYOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/X: https://x.com/yearofplentypodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyearofplenty/Thank you for ...

In this episode, I share what we know about the origins of cattle domestication and how they spread throughout the world.Episode Overview:The two places in which cattle were first domesticatedTaurine vs indicine cattle, and how they migratedThe wild ancestor of cattleSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwielan...

This episode is a recording of the Live Stream I did on Instagram a couple days ago. It was all about Fall Scouting for Wild Asparagus!Episode Overview:The Fall scouting process for Wild AsparagusWhat to look for in October and NovemberWhen and How to HarvestSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandSubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/X: http...

This episode is a conversation with Doug Duren and Chris Ladika all about private land conservation and how a COOP conservation model could lead to more access to local food.Episode OverviewWhy we should care about conservation as participants in nature?What a Land and Game Management COOP could look like and how it can help accomplish conservation goals on private land, as well as help us get access to quality local foodHunting, Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) and why it is a pressing issue we...

Today's episode is a conversation with Brian Sanders.Brian is the filmmaker behind the feature-length documentary Food Lies and host of the Peak Human podcast. He is also co-founder of the health, technology and media company Sapien.Episode Overview:Brian's background and projects he is working onCurrent Food Lies that you need to be aware ofThe Sapien Diet Framework and regenerative agricultureConnect with Brian:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/food.lies/www.sapien.orgSupport the podcast...

This episode is all about Chicken of the Woods, one of my favorite wild mushrooms to eat.Overview:What the mushroom looks likeSeason and HabitatHarvesting, Cooking and Preserving COTWSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/X: https://x.com/yearofplentypodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/theyearofplenty/...

This week's episode is a conversation with Taus and John who recently premiered their new film series called Truth 'N Food. This a FREE 10-episode series that tells the stories of food purveyors and people involved in the local food movement.Episode Overview:The journey behind Truth 'N FoodWhat it has been like starting an independent film project in the current food media landscapeSneak peek into some of the stories you can expect in season oneA discussion on why we need to start cooking at ...

This episode is a conversation with J. Gulinello who is the mastermind behind the popular Instagram account @perpetualhealthco. J is a nutritional therapist, ancestrally-based practitioner, speaker and researcher.I stumbled on his Instagram account a couple of years ago and I still regularly seek it out for food-related news. All of his posts are very educational and focus on nutrition and food politics.Overview:Some of the issues with ultra-processed foodPlant-based meats and their questiona...

This episode is a conversation with my friends and fellow foodies Caleb Sindic and Joe Ruklic. Joe and I came to visit Caleb for the 4th of July out in beautiful Bozeman, MT.Overview:Low carb diet4th of July weekend feastNews about saturated fatThe issue with current avocado oilsJoe's first time catching a troutSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandSubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media ...

This week's episode is a conversation with professional chef Alan Bergo. Alan is well known in the wild food community for his contributions through his website www.foragerchef.com. He has worked in the restaurant business since he was fifteen and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to foraging wild, edible mushrooms and plants. I have been a huge fan of Alan for a long time and use his website almost weekly. So you can imagine that I was excited like a little kid when he agreed to come on...

This episode explores another popular wild edible plant called Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata).Overview:What is Garlic Mustard?Where does it grow?What is its history?How to harvest it?How to use it in the kitchen?Support the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/X: https://x.com/yearofplentypodFacebook: https:/...

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Bill Schindler, professor of archeology and anthropology at Washington College in Chestertown, Maryland.Some of the topics discussed:Looking at food through an evolutionary lensPrehistoric food technologiesActionable ways to unlock powerful nutrients in foodsFollow Dr. Schindler with the following linkshttps://www.drbillschindler.com/https://www.themodernstoneagefamily.com/Bill's Instagram Accounts:@drbillschindler@themodernstoneagefamily@esfoodlabSuppo...

This episode is another solosode all about foraging for ramps (wild leeks)! Ramps are native to North America and are very similar to garlic/onions in taste and smell. They grow for a short amount of time in Spring.Overview:Ramp History, Culinary Craze and TraditionsRange, Habitat, and HarvestingHow to use ramps in the kitchenSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySubscribe to the Youtube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideoDo you follow the podcast o...

This episode features a conversation with my cousin and fellow foodie Maurizio Bloetcher. We talk about his experience living and cooking in a full lockdown in Barcelona Spain during the Corona Virus Crisis.Overview:Valuable traditional food preservation methods/skillsWhat to eat to feed your immune systemFood delivery services are booming!Food Saftey and Corona VirusHow to protect yourself while grocery shoppingSupport the podcast on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/yearofplentySubscribe to t...