Realfoodology &#8211; Courtney Swan

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"Eating Cheap Food is a Privilege" - The True Price of Our Food Choices | Mollie Engelhart Jan 30, 2024

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EP. 182: When Chef Molly Engelhart, a fervent proponent of regenerative agriculture, joins me, we uncover the sobering truth behind the so-called privilege of inexpensive food in America. Our candid discussion traverses the unseen toll on farm workers, the alarming use of chemicals in our sustenance, and how these factors collide with the well-being of the soil that feeds us. Molly's firsthand experience running a regenerative farm brings an authenticity to the conversation, as we scrutinize the intricate dance between our eating habits, mental health, and the environmental repercussions of our modern food industry.

Topics Discussed:

0:00:00 - Regenerative Farming and System Corruption

0:08:33 - Discussion on division and chemical warfare's impact, including the recent sale of a heart farm and changes in the restaurant industry

0:16:03 - Conversation about the importance of healthy soil and food, and the connection between gut health and mental well-being

0:30:13 - Insights into the importance of real food and the significance of discernment in food choices

0:39:03 - Analysis of misconceptions about the affordability of organic food and the choices people make regarding health and nutrition

0:45:37 - Examination of the effects of chemical sensitivities on health and the impact of everyday scented products

0:57:57 - Discussion on sodium levels, birth rates concerns, and the role of salt in our diets

1:10:47 - Reflections on the challenges faced in farming and food production, including starting a farm and managing its ecosystem.

1:23:26 - Promoting Sustainable and Local Food Choices

1:28:58 - Food Sovereignty and Consumer Choice Importance

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Fashion's Toxic Truth + Wardrobe Wellness Strategies for Non-Toxic Fashion Choices | Alden Wicker Jan 23, 2024

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181: Have you ever stopped to consider what's lurking in the very fabric of your wardrobe? Join me as I sit with sustainable fashion expert Alden Wicker, who brings compelling insights from her book "To Dye For: How Toxic Fashion is Making Us Sick." Together, we unravel the shocking truth about toxic chemicals in our clothing and their alarming health implications.

Topics Discussed:

0:07:50 - Chemicals in Clothing

0:13:07 - Health Effects of Uniforms and Fashion

0:21:14 - Organic Certification and Toxicity in Fashion

0:23:18 - Dyes Used in Synthetic Fibers

0:26:25 - Vegan Leather is Dangerous

0:35:21 - Concern About Workout Clothes

0:37:14 - Government Regulations and Safety Concerns

0:42:49 - Detoxification and Avoiding Forever Chemicals

0:47:17 - Improving Fertility and Health Through Detoxification

1:01:14 - Chemical Dose and Endocrine Disruptors Impact

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Your Food Choices Make a Difference, Cultivating a Sustainable Food Future + Supporting Farmers | Zack Smith Jan 18, 2024

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EP. 180: As the earth beneath our feet continues to bear the burden of traditional farming, Zack Smith, a farmer with deep roots in the Iowa soil, joins me to share his compelling transformation towards regenerative agriculture. Our discussion is a tapestry woven from personal anecdotes and professional insights, detailing the journey from conventional to sustainable farming. We peel back the layers to reveal the stark reality of soil degradation, the economic strain on rural communities, and the uplifting potential of regenerative methods to not only feed our global population but also heal our land.

Navigating through the complexities of the agricultural landscape, Zack and I dissect the tension that brews between large-scale operations and the nurturing regenerative model. With a focus on the 'cluster clocks' farming system, we illustrate the symbiosis of livestock and land management that could usher in a verdant future for our farms. Our conversation also spotlights the far-reaching influence of the farm bill, urging listeners to recognize the power held in their daily food choices and the collective impact these decisions have on shaping a regenerative, health-conscious agricultural policy.

Topics Discussed:

00:03 - Agriculture and Rural Economies

13:34 - Soil Health and Regenerative Farming

22:41 - Save the World

25:16 - Issues with Big Ag

35:50 - Getting Out of the Big City

38:50 - Regenerative Farming and Stock Cropper

41:31 - Cluster Clucks and the Symbiotic Relationship of Animals and Soil

48:21 - Ethanol

52:20 - Inflation Reduction Act

55:41 - The Farm Bill and Crop Insurance

01:01:58 - Consumer Action to Support Farmers

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Links Mentioned:

Food Inc.

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Pasture Bird Farm

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Are We Sensitive to Gluten, Or Just What Has Been Done To It? | Jon Olinto Jan 16, 2024

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EP. 179: Have you ever bitten into a slice of bread and thought about the journey from wheat field to your plate? I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jon Olinto, co-founder of One Mighty Mill, as we explore the truth behind today's bread! We slice through modern wheat's potential gluten link, uncover the beauty of ancient stone milling, and challenge the food system's "fresh" facade. From sourcing integrity to the profound impact of dietary choices, join us as we bake a healthier future, slice by slice, with small businesses like One Mighty Mill.

Topics Discussed:

01:08 The Mystery of Gluten Intolerance

08:56 Challenges in Rebuilding the Food System

13:36 Creating Transparency in the Food System

21:19 Michael Pollan's Influence on Protest Philosophy

22:18 Stone Mills, Real Flour, and Our Diet

25:39 Gluten's Connection to Our Food

34:45 Shelf Life's Impact on Food

39:16 Daily Discoveries in Gluten Sensitivities

42:12 Rebuilding the Food System With Wheat

45:52 Sustainable and Local Supply Chain

48:10 Challenges in Changing Consumer Attitudes

55:51 Driving Change in the Food System

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'There's a Reason Cheap Food is Cheap' + How Food Ends Up On the Shelf | Kyle Koehler of Wildway Jan 09, 2024

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EP. 178: Join the conversation with Kyle Koehler, the visionary behind Wildway Foods, as we peel back the curtain on the true cost of cheap food and the monumental challenges those in the health-conscious food space face. Discover how spending less at the checkout may actually be costing us more in healthcare, and why it's essential to support companies that put our well-being at the forefront. From the meticulous processes of regenerative farming to the crafting of additive-free products, Kyle and I explore how every dollar spent is a vote for the future of our health and our planet.

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Topics Discussed:

11:57 - Regenerative Farming Challenges and Sustainable Sourcing

19:04 - Challenges of Global Supply Chains

24:56 - Product Pricing and Additives

29:07 - Navigating the Food Industry and Choices

41:21 - Food Companies' Retail Challenges

59:29 - Concerns About Food Safety and Regulation

01:04:07 - Regenerative Farming and Health Priorities

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Show Links:

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