Forager's Radio

This week on Forager's Radio, guest Aldi Kent and I unpack the hot topic of micro-dosing with psilocybin mushrooms.

Aldi is cofounder of a Mexican based company called Musashi that specializes in micro-dosing consulting and offers neurotransmitter supporting supplements that help enhance the micro-dosing experience.

Aldi and I achieved our goal of providing safe information on this topic but also were very pleased in how our conversation morphed into so much more.

For those seeking information on micro-dosing with psilocybin, more often than not, their search was inspired by research and anecdotal experiences of these magical mushrooms helping improve people's anxiety disorders, addictions, or helping create a deeper sense of connection to life.

Aldi and open up about our experiences with psilocybin and how they helped shaped our spiritual journeys and continue to inspire connection with nature and community.

Happy listening!

Stay wild,
-Neil

On this week's episode of Forager's Radio, get ready to unleash your mushroom third eye! Guest, Brando Farr shares his intuitive experiences as forager and how time spent in nature opens the door to become more sensitive and in tune with the natural world.

Brando also explains how science intersects with the metaphysical by outlining his experience working with Jim Fuller, scientist and mushroom chef.  Together, they are breaking a long standing rule of thumb where wild mushrooms should never be boiled. But, based on Jim's work, you might want to consider the opposite. Brando explains in our conversation.

Happy listening!

Stay Wild.

-Neil Thenier

Epsiode Resources:

-Connect With Brando On Instagram
-Wilder Medicine On Instagram
-Jim Fuller On Instagram

On this week's episode of Wild Kingdom Radio, I'm joined by Hilary Boynton, the Head of Nutrition Services at the Manzanita School and author of the Heal Your Gut Cookbook.

In our conversation we discuss the importance of a high nutrient diet for kids and teens to help minimize their chances of developing degenerative diseases. They are after all, our future!

Apart from high nutrition, exposure to the elements also sets up our younger generations for success. Time spent in nature helps support brain development, mobility, and can lead to spiritual development.

As the Head of Nutrition Services of the Manzanita School in Topanga Canyon, CA, Hilary shares her expertise on what motivates children to eat healthy and how individuals and families can be an inspiring part of the process.

Happy Listening,

Neil Thenier

Resources:
The Manzanita School
Heal Your Gut Cookbook
School Of Lunch
Hilary's Instagram

On this week's episode of Wild Kingdom Radio, we're joined by Shannon Mulligan-Mayernick as she shares her extensive knowledge of wild, cultivated, and invasive herbs.

She, along with her husband Matt, started Mayernik Kitchen five years ago. In their in person herbal shop and online store, they offer almost 100 different herbal products and run classes, workshops, and apprenticeships for individuals looking to learn more on the topic and receive hands on experience.

 While delving into a huge practice such as herbalism can be overwhelming, Shannon and I breakdown the information into digestible categories that won't send your head spinning. Shannon shares her top three favorite herbs that everyone should use (lion's mane is one of them!) plus, her favorite extraction methods for easily obtaining their benefits.

Like so many of our guests, Shannon and Matt are also believers in the importance of bolstering strong communities. By listening this this episode, you'll hear how they work with local foragers, individuals, and cultivators to help educate and inspire herbal seekers everywhere.

Happy listening!
-Neil Thenier

Resources:
-Mayernik Kitchen Website: https://www.mayernikkitchen.com/
-Mayernik Kitchen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayernikkitchen/

On this episode of Wild Kingdom Radio, I have the immense pleasure of speaking with Ashley Walsh, president and founder of Pocono Organics.

Pocono Organics is the world's first and largest regenerative hemp farm. Hemp isn't all they grow! Ashley and her team specialize in growing regenerative organic certified crops that are grown nutrient rich soil. Their methods are constantly replenishing and enhancing soil microorganisms rather than depleting them like in conventional farming. 

At their Pocono Organics Cafe, you can pick up all their deliciously grown produce, hemp products, and mushroom grow kits, a true gem for anyone seeking to live a healthy lifestyle.

Beyond the amazingness that is Pocono Organics, Ashely also dives deep into the principles of regenerative farming and explains why hemp is amazing at carbon sequestering. For anyone looking to learn more about local farming or that wants quality information on hemp and CBD, this episode has tons to take away.

Happy listening and stay wild!

-Neil Thenier

Episode Resources:

-Forager's Kingdom- Energy Bundle
-Pocono Organics Website
-Pocono Organic's Instagram Page
-The Rodale Institute 

On this episode of Wild Kingdom Radio, I have the pleasure of speaking with Andre Burgess and Saeid Mushtagh from Canadian Pine Pollen Co. Andre and Burgess go in depth about the amazing health benefits of pine pollen and how it can help increase levels of free testosterone, keep your androgenic hormones balanced, and provide robust immune support.

Have you heard about pine pollen before but not sure if you should try a tincture or powder? Not to worry, Andre and Saeid do a great job in outlining which is right for you. If you also thought pine pollen was just for men, think again! As a naturopathic doctor, Saeid explains how he's used pine pollen in his medical practice and how it can help women overcome conditions like menopause and andropause.

For all you nature lovers out there, this isn't just a technical discussion on the health benefits of pine pollen. Andre and Saeid also share their incredible stories of what life is like in the deep wilderness harvesting one of nature's most trickiest wild foods. One thing that brought them to the forefront if wild pine pollen harvesting was their desire to connect with nature and free themselves from the hustle and bustle of city life.

I sincerely hope you enjoy this episode on my all time favorite wild food.

Stay wild,
Neil

Episode Resources:
-Forager's Kingdom Pine Pollen Products
-Canadian Pine Pollen Company Website- 10% off
-Canadian Pine Pollen Co.- Instagram
-The 5 Health Benefits of Pine Pollen Article by Neil Thenier

Food. Medicine. Community.

Three words that define each other and are all something we need to be healthy happy humans. On this week's episode of Wild Kingdom Radio, guest Jess Starwood unpacks these three important words and offers insight on how to cultivate them.

Jess shares her unique experiences as a mentor and guide to so many in her in person classes and has wonderfully illustrated her superb knowledge of wild foods, herbs, and mushrooms in the books she has authored. As a committee member of NAMA's culinary division, Jess's ability to turn wild edibles into delectable cuisines is extraordinary.

We hope you enjoy this episode and feel inspired to connect with and create your own communities as much as I am thanks to Jess.

Thanks for listening. Stay Wild!
-Neil Thenier


Episode Resources:
-Forager's Kingdm- Deep Sleep Bundle
-Jess Starwood Website
-Jess's Book- Mushroom Wanderland
- Jess on Instagram
- North American Mycological Association

On this week's episode of Wild Kingdom Radio we have the privilege of exploring the wild world of foraging, sustainable entrepreneurship, and cultivating meaningful connections with nature with our guest, Andy Conner of Foraged Market.

Andy and his team are on a unique mission to transform our local food systems by connecting foragers around the country with eco-friendly consumers, restaurants, and organic markets. Their online platform is not only bringing wild foods to the forefront of e-commerce but are also educating their community on the importance of sustainability, wild food cuisine, and living with nature in a meaningful fulfilling way.

We hope you enjoy the episode as Andy and I get to geek out about our love for nature, food, and wildness.

Thanks for listening, stay wild!
-Neil Thenier


Episode Resources

-Wild Kingdom Extracts
-Andy Conner on Instagram
-Foraged Market
-Foraged Market on Instagram
-Foraged Market on TikTok