In this first episode of our conference mini-series, join me and Sam Baker, founder of Wriggle Brew, as we uncover:

• How earthworms can digest plastic waste and transform it into sustainable fertilizer
• The science behind worm tea as a natural bio-pesticide that helps plants defend themselves using preserved plant compounds like capsaicin
• Building a startup from a college senior project to securing NSF and USDA grants, and the importance of customer discovery in developing sustainable solutions

⁠https://www.wrigglebrew.com/

In this episode, join me and Jackie Mirkopoulos, heart-led systems disruptor and founder of the social impact fund "Ancestors of Tomorrow," as we explore:

• How the same principles that regenerate soil can transform organizational culture and create thriving "company soil"
• Why we don't have a climate issue but a humanity issue, and how regenerative leadership is key to scaling sustainable food systems
• The art of "composting conflicts" - turning workplace mistakes and disagreements into innovation opportunities and stronger team bonds

https://linktr.ee/SevenNeighbours

In this episode, join me and Beth Jensen, Senior Director of Climate and Nature Impact at Textile Exchange, as we delve into an eye-opening discussion about:

• The hidden interconnections between food and fiber systems that farmers understand but industries often miss - from cotton and peanuts grown together to coffee on rubber plantations
• Why the fashion industry's growth model must be reimagined to meet climate goals, and how eliminating virgin fossil-based materials is critical to reducing emissions
• The complex challenge of traceability in textile supply chains and how brands are building direct relationships with producers to support regenerative agriculture
• Avoiding "carbon tunnel vision" by taking a holistic approach to impact that includes biodiversity, soil health, water quality, and social outcomes alongside emissions reduction

https://textileexchange.org/

October conference: https://textileexchange.org/conference-2025/

In this episode, join me and Mary Purdy, Managing Director of the Nutrient Density Alliance, as we delve into an eye-opening discussion about:

• The declining nutrient density in our modern food supply and how this connects to rising chronic disease rates
• How soil microorganisms collaborate with plants to create the nutrient-dense food that our bodies need
• Practical strategies for improving your nutrient intake and supporting regenerative food systems through your daily food choices

https://www.nutrientdensityalliance.org/

Mary’s White Paper: How Practitioners Can Influence Planetary Health https://healthcare.orgain.com/media/rdocs/Orgain_How_Practitioners_Can__Influence_Planetary_Health.pdf

An Alarming Decline in the Nutritional Quality of Foods White Paper: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10969708/

Nourishing Meals Cookbook: https://nourishingmeals.com/books/nourishing-meals

The Whole Life Nutrition Cookbook: https://nourishingmeals.com/books/the-whole-life-nutrition-cookbook

In this episode, join me and Sarah Day Levesque, founder and Managing Director of Regenerative Food Systems Investment (RFSI), as we delve into an enlightening discussion about:

• Financial innovation in regenerative agriculture, including flexible loan repayment schedules and interest rate reductions tied to soil health improvements (increasing the value of the farmed land)
• How family offices and foundations are leading early investment in regenerative agriculture, paving the way for institutional capital
• The concept of "landscape level" investment that brings together diverse stakeholders across entire regions

Helpful links and resources

• RFSI website: https://rfsi-forum.com/
• Financing for Regenerative Agriculture Report by the Rockefeller Foundation and TIFs - 2024 (incl. the maturity curve of the regenerative investing space): https://www.rockefellerfoundation.org/reports/financing-for-regenerative-agriculture/
• SLM partners publications: https://www.slmpartners.com/publications
• AgFunder & RFSI 2024 Investment Report: https://agfunder.com/research/agfunder-global-agrifoodtech-investment-report-2024/
• TransCap Initiative: Systemic Investment for Sustainability Report: https://transformation.capital/assets/uploads/TransCap-Initiative-Strategic-Plan-2022-2024.pdf

Soil health is the foundation of our food system, but what does that really mean? Dr. Wayne Honeycutt, President of the Soil Health Institute, reveals:

• What soil health really means and why every soil's potential is unique to its local context
• The Institute's landmark study across Mexico, US, and Canada that established standardized ways to measure soil health - research that's now being implemented by the USDA across all 50 states
• Their groundbreaking work in soil health benchmarking, helping farmers understand and unlock their soil's true potential through data from over 7 million acres

Soil Health Insitute: https://soilhealthinstitute.org/resources/

Living Soil Film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntJouJhLM48

Slakes app: https://soilhealthinstitute.org/our-work/initiatives/slakes/

In this episode, join me and Rick Clark, a fifth-generation farmer from Indiana and pioneer in regenerative organic agriculture, as we delve into a discussion about:

• The surprising financial results of regenerative organic farming, including real numbers and ROI metrics that challenge regenerative farming profitability misconceptions
• The critical connection between farming practices, nutrient density, and human health, including movements like the FreshRx
• Practical advice for farmers considering the transition to regenerative organic practices, based on Rick's experience teaching farmers worldwide

https://www.farmgreen.land/

https://www.instagram.com/farmgreen13/

https://www.freshrxok.org/about

https://commongroundfilm.org/

In this episode, join me and Erica Campbell, co-founder of InCommon Group and veteran food systems strategist, as we delve into an enlightening discussion about:

• Understanding the distinctions between organic and regenerative agriculture, including California's first-ever state definition of regenerative practices
• Navigating agricultural certifications and what they mean for the future of farming and conscious consumption
• The 100 Million Acres project and its ambitious vision for transforming American agriculture

InCommon Group:https://incommongroup.com/

California Definition of Regenerative Agriculture:https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/RegenerativeAg/docs/2025/jan_2025_letter_to_secretary_ross_regenerative_agriculture.pdf

RegenMade:https://regenmade.webflow.io/

Demeter Certification:https://www.demeter-usa.org/certification/

Regenerative Organic Certification Brands and Product Directory:https://regenorganic.org/product-directory/

Real Organic:https://realorganicproject.org/real-organic-farming/

Regenefied:https://regenified.com/

In this episode, join me and regenerative system designer Yãm Aisner as we explore a fascinating discussion about:

Ecovilla San Mateo Eco-village in Costa Rica: https://laecovilla.com/ecovillas/ecovilla-san-mateo

If you want to get involved with water cycle restoration, check out

Join the community or take a course on Zach Weiss’ Water Stories: https://www.waterstories.com/

Join the Regrerian community founded by Darren J. Doherty: https://www.regrarians.org/

Get inspired by Dr. Rajendra Singh’s work in the Kham River Restoration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PMsiXkAmFk and

In this episode, join me and Klaas Martens, a regenerative organic farmer at the Klaas and Mary-Howell Martens Farm, as we learn from Klaas’ farming experience and history’s great thinkers about:

https://www.senecagrainandbean.com/