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For 2020 my main focus is on finishing The Possibility Handbook. Until that project is complete, I’m visiting the podcast archives to re-release some of the very best of the show from the past nine years.

If you’ve been a long-time listener and want to hear something that is no longer available through iTunes or elsewhere, let me know and I’ll get it in the re-release queue. If you are a new listener who would like to hear an interview on a particular topic or with a member of the permaculture community, leave a comment in the show notes. If I already have an episode recorded, I’ll get that posted. If not, I’ll add it to the master list of guests and subjects to cover for this year.

When regular releases resume I’m looking at a mix of one-off interviews and episodic seasons. The former so we can continue to hear the latest from the world of permaculture; regenerative programs; social change; food and foraging. The latter to take a comprehensive look at a given subject. Recordings for these deep investigative looks are underway with Rob Avis and Takota Coen of Verge Permaculture, to look at the breadth of their Adaptive Habitat Program. As this episode comes out, I’m sitting down with Allen Clements of Forest Ranch Regen to talk about Biodynamic Agriculture and the philosophy of Rudolph Steiner from the perspective of a new practitioner, leading to larger discussions with biodynamic teachers and leaders.

As some of you may know, last year I took on regular employment in order to continue to meet my healthcare needs, as auto-immune disorders and a family history of cancer and diabetes aren’t fun). My hours there and family needs (as we’ve had several losses this year) have kept me from producing the show with the same regularity as the first eight years.

To return to the place of regular work on the podcast while meeting my needs, I’m transitioning employment to the world of nonprofit fundraising and freelance and contract grant writing. If you are working on any projects and need some help there, let me know.

I’m also in the middle of creating (finally!) a 501(c)3 non-profit to raise and hold funds for projects related to (you guessed it) taking care of Earth, ourselves, and each other. The last conversation with Joshua Hughes and Amanda Wilson reminded me of the resources available in the world of philanthropy that can only be unlocked by the right organizational structure and support.

After spending time in the world of nonprofits and working on policy issues earlier in my career, these various projects feel like a good fit for where to go behind the scenes in order to keep the show on the air.

As those projects launch, I’m looking for board members. If you are interested, send a cover letter and a copy of your CV to me expressing your interest.

Finally, I’m also taking the show on the road again to offer workshops and classes on permaculture, social design, and community engagement; as well as podcasting and storytelling. I’m also looking to record in-person interviews with regional experts in front of live local audiences.

If you’d like to host something like this where you live, or are interested in anything else mentioned in this episode, the email address to get in touch is:

The Permaculture Podcast