Surviving Hard Times

In this episode, we sit down with Christian Ryan, an undergraduate geology student from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology and writer for the New Creation Blog. As someone who is interested in correlating the Book of Genesis with particular eras of Earth’s history, Christian is an author and science writer eager to uncover the mysteries of the past…

Click play now to learn about:

• Different types of rocks, and how they are formed.
• Minerals that are commonly found in rocks. 
• The ways that the Book of Genesis coincides with the geologic record. 

You’d be surprised how much history is lying just below Earth’s surface. Want to discover the intriguing facts that rocks can reveal about ancient history? Tune in now!

You can find out more about Christian here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Today, we connect with Eduardo Cardona, an Ayurvedic doctor and author of Ayurveda for Depression: An Integrative Approach to Restoring Balance and Reclaiming Your Health. He joins us today to discuss his unique approach to disease treatment and holistic health.

As a therapist with over a decade of experience, Dr. Cardona uses ancient medicine and modern medical technology to treat various chronic ailments and diseases. He has also held many distinguished positions at medical schools and university faculties – sharing his therapeutic knowledge with everyone he can.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Ayurvedic medicine is used to treat chronic diseases. 
• The ways that ancient healthcare methods remain intact over the years. 
• The importance of looking at the root cause of illness for treatment. 

Do you want to bring stability to your body and mind? Tune in now to find out how…

You can find more on Dr. Cardona by visiting his website here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Dr. Paul Dyer, a Professor of Fungal Biology at the University of Nottingham, joins us today to discuss the complex and intriguing world of fungi. Using a combination of molecular-genetic, genomic, physiological, and biochemical experimental methods, Dr. Dyer is at the forefront of exploring the intricate biology of yeasts and filamentous fungi.

Dr. Dyer has been studying fungi and other microorganisms for over three decades. What has he uncovered with his years of in-depth research? He takes the time to explain in this captivating conversation…

In this episode, we cover:

• The many benefits that fungi can bring to humankind.
• The key differences between good and bad fungi. 
• Fungal diseases that affect plants and humans. 
• Where a fungi’s control center is. 

To learn more about Dr. Dyer and his work, click here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

How can anyone – even the average Joe or Jane – start to build a bright financial future for themselves?

Multi-millionaire entrepreneur, investor, macroeconomics expert, and founder of Rebel Capitalist, George Gammon, explains.

Press play to explore:

• The importance of understanding macroeconomics and the global monetary system
• The solution for global consumer price inflation (HINT: it’s not more currency units)
• Why price inflation occurs in the first place, how it’s being made worse by current policies, and how to adjust your portfolio accordingly
• Thought experiment: would the problem of consumer price inflation be as severe as it is right now if COVID-19 and associated lockdowns never happened?
• Inflation is political kryptonite – how are politicians currently dealing with it?
• The difference between the 1940s and 1970s in terms of consumer price inflation, and the insight this lends to the current environment
• What does the future of the U.S. economy look like?

Interested in learning more?

Tune in now and check out https://www.georgegammon.com/rebel-capitalist-pro/.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

We hardly even think about it, but it’s essential to almost everything we know and do: water.

“What I never realized and I’ve grown to appreciate a lot is that it is truly a privilege for us to just walk up to pretty much anywhere in the U.S. and turn on a faucet and have running water that’s drinkable…” says Paul Frail, Senior Technical Leader at Suez Water Technologies & Solutions.

Tune in for eye-opening information about water, including:

• The three types of control necessary for water treatment: corrosion, deposition, and microbiological (and how this relates to the Erin Brockovich story)
• The reuse and scarcity of water
• The indispensability of industrial cooling systems, how they work, and in what ways they can contribute to harmful algal blooms in lakes, streams, rivers, and oceans
• Under what circumstances individuals should consider a filtration or water softening system in their home
• How to access a report of the quality of your municipal water

Suez Water Technologies & Solutions serves an extremely important function, which is to handle all of the water utilities for industrial companies, including refineries, hospitals, food and beverage, petrochemical plants, and power plants. Without having access to running, usable water, none of these industries that we rely so heavily on could exist.

Press play and visit https://www.suezwatertechnologies.com/ to learn more about water, how to ensure yours is safe to drink, and what you can do to protect the environment while using it.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

It feeds on flesh, it kills but can’t be killed, and it’s coming for your fruits and veggies.

That’s right, I’m talking about Botrytis cinerea, a widespread necrotrophic fungal pathogen that affects over 200 different plant species, including common food crops.

Tune in to learn:

• What this fungus looks like, how it’s transmitted to plants, and what happens once a plant is infected
• Plant defenses – how plants use small interfering RNA and extracellular vesicles to disrupt the production of fungal proteins
• What allows certain plants to grow toward the sun
• New insight into what might enable this fungus to be so widespread and difficult to kill

PhD candidate at UC Riverside, Claire Whitaker, spends her days studying the relationship between this deadly fungus and its host, using Arabidopsis thaliana as the model plant in the lab. More specifically, she’s looking for certain fungal proteins responsible for the virulence of the fungus. She discusses the mode of transmission and method of attack, the use of fungicides, plant physiology, extracellular vesicles, and much more.

Press play for all the details.

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Many people don’t consider the vigorous process behind cotton production. As we strive to become more environmentally sustainable, the textile industry is certainly worth looking into. So, how is cotton fiber processing being improved? Graham Stewart, the founder and EVP of FIBRE52, joins the podcast to explain…

FIBRE52 is a company that provides environmentally friendly and cost-effective processing for cotton – with global applications. Drawing from over 40 years of experience in the industry, Graham is leading the charge by uncovering new and innovative solutions for cotton manufacturing. What makes his approach so distinct? Join in now to find out! 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why cotton manufacturing is so reliant upon water.
• How cotton is processed and turned into garments.
• Innovations that have redefined the textile industry. 
• Why cotton tends to shrink when you wash your clothes. 

To learn more about Graham and his work with FIBRE52, click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

Homesteading is an incredible skill – but it’s also a full-time job. So, how can you be self-sufficient while also making time for the other important things in your schedule? Melissa K. Norris joins us to explain modern homesteading from a practical perspective…

Melissa and her family live on 14.96 acres in the foothills of Washington state's North Cascade mountain range. Featuring this way of life in her books, YouTube channel, podcast, and blog, she is on a mission to teach others how to grow, preserve, and cook their own food using old-fashioned skill sets and wisdom…

In this episode, we discuss:

• Types of food that can trigger acid reflux.
• How to tailor your diet to your body’s needs. 
• How to find the best sources of food close to your residence. 
• How industrial agriculture changes the composition of meat. 

Are you ready to create a natural, self-sufficient way of life by following Melissa’s lead? Click play now to get started!

You can find more information on Melissa by visiting her website here. 

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

What makes microgreens so healthy and nutritious? Jessica Hicks, the founder of Itty Bitty Micro Farm joins the podcast to explain.

Starting their business during the pandemic, Jessica and her husband Michael began gardening as a way to protect their family and provide healthy products to their friends. This paved the way for them to start a business bringing highly nutritious, sustainably produced, organic foods to their community – in the form of microgreens…

In this episode, you will learn about:

• What makes microgreens so healthy. 
• How different microgreens are classified by their nutritional value.
• Creative and easy ways to incorporate microgreens into your diet.
• The difference between sprouts and microgreens.

You can find more on Itty Bitty Micro Farm by visiting their website here!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q

In this episode, we sit down with Tara Vander Dussen and Natalie Kovarik, the two co-hosts of Discover Ag the docuseries, and Discover Ag the podcast. With over 10 years of history sharing online and building a community around agriculture, both Tara and Natalie are on a mission to bring a unique perspective to the food and farming space.

Tara is an environmental scientist and dairy farmer who works alongside her husband in Eastern New Mexico. Drawing from her experience in this field, she helps dairy farmers navigate state and federal regulations and permitting.

Natalie is a fourth-generation rancher who lives in central Nebraska. Here, she and her husband run Kovarik Cattle Company, a cow/calf operation with a growing herd. In addition to this, they also have been cultivating other diverse agricultural ventures. 

Jump into the conversation now to discover:

• What manure management is, and why it is important. 
• How seasonal changes impact water usage in farms.
• Why the beef industry is so segmented. 
• The first initial steps to set animals up for a long and healthy lifestyle.

Want to find out more about Tara and Natalie’s work? Click here now!

Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q