️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! What does a millionaire TV host have in common with two first-generation farmers in the Ozarks? A lot more than you’d think. In this episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, Rich and Shelley dive into the surprising brilliance of Clarkson’s Farm—a reality series that’s unexpectedly honest, painfully funny, and strangely inspiring. From livestock chaos to planning commission drama, Jeremy Clarkson’s struggles mirror their own early days on the farm. They expl...
Jul 16, 2025•36 min•Season 1Ep. 113
️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! In this eye-opening episode, Rich and Shelley break down the uncomfortable truth behind “cheap” beef in America. If you’ve ever asked yourself why grocery store beef seems overpriced while ranchers still struggle to make ends meet, this episode is for you. We take you deep into the meat industry’s supply chain, exposing how the Big Four meat packers control pricing, why Tyson Foods is losing money on beef while profiting from chicken, and how independen...
Jul 09, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 112
️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! What happens when a film changes your entire life? In this special episode, Rich and Shelley sit down with Rebecca Tickell, the acclaimed filmmaker and advocate behind “Kiss the Ground,” “Common Ground,” and the upcoming “GroundSwell.” Rebecca shares the untold stories behind the documentaries that launched a movement and inspired thousands—including us—to build a regenerative farm from scratch. Rebecca opens up about: The most surprising moments that d...
Jul 02, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 111
️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! In this powerful episode, Rich and Shelley sit down with Carolyn Haeler, founder of Mightylicious, to expose the hidden truth behind the gluten-free food movement. Diagnosed with Celiac Disease, Carolyn’s life took a dramatic turn. From enduring misdiagnoses to launching a brand that challenges the norms of gluten-free baking, Carolyn’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and transformation. This episode explores: Carolyn’s shocking diagnosis and ho...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 110
️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! In this eye-opening episode, we confront a classic glyphosate troll—a commenter who cloaks misinformation in pseudo-scientific jargon. This condescending critique of our glyphosate episode includes personal attacks on RFK Jr., skewed toxicology arguments, and misleading comparisons designed to discredit our message. We take it apart point by point with research-backed rebuttals and explore the deeper agenda behind this kind of digital gaslighting. Are c...
Jun 23, 2025•33 min•Season 1Ep. 109
️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! Could your dinner plate help save the planet? In this special episode, we sit down with Belgian author, filmmaker, and regenerative agriculture advocate Louis De Jaeger to dig into the future of food, farming, soil health, and global sustainability. Louis offers bold insight on confronting agrochemical giants like Bayer and Monsanto, and explores how your gut microbiome, daily choices, and farming practices are all deeply connected to the climate crisis...
Jun 16, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 108
️ Welcome back to Dust'er Mud Podcast! In this groundbreaking episode, we ask the big question: Why would anyone choose regenerative farming today, amidst consolidation, farm bankruptcies, and Big Ag domination? Join Rich and Shelley as they share 10 Big Bold Ideas to reignite the heart of American agriculture and inspire a new generation of regenerative farmers. In this episode: Explore what it would take to replace CAFO (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation) meat production. Discover 10 trans...
Jun 05, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 107
️ Welcome back to Dust'er Mud Podcast! In this powerful episode, we break down the explosive Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission Report released on May 22, 2025 — a report that’s sending shockwaves through Big Ag, Big Pharma, and government regulators. Rich and Shelley unpack the MAHA findings, revealing deep-rooted connections between chronic illness, chemical herbicides like glyphosate and atrazine, ultra-processed foods (UPFs), and a system built on overmedication. This episode isn’t...
May 29, 2025•45 min•Season 1Ep. 106
️ Welcome back to the Dust'er Mud Podcast! In this episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, Rich and Shelley tackle one of the biggest farm and food fights of our time: the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement’s showdown with Bayer, Big Ag, and glyphosate. As RFK Jr. (now Health and Human Services Secretary) sets his sights on glyphosate as a leading environmental toxin, pressure is building from both sides. The MAHA Commission’s upcoming report could reshape how we think about pesticides, chro...
May 25, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 105
️What do drug cartels, a flesh-eating parasite, and cheap feedlot beef have in common? More than you’d expect. In this episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, Rich and Shelley dive into the shocking connection between the New World Screwworm, drug-fueled illegal cattle ranching, and the rising risks to America’s beef supply. We break down how narco-cartels use cattle for money laundering, how uninspected livestock may be reintroducing a parasite once eradicated from the U.S., and why importing over ...
May 15, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 104
️ Could tiny earthworms be our best hope against a new Dust Bowl? In this eye-opening episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, Rich and Shelley sit down with Sam Baker, CEO of WriggleBrew, an innovative ag-tech startup born at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Sam shares how his team uses earthworm microbes and mycelium to create groundbreaking solutions that regenerate soil, break down microplastics, and dramatically reduce farmers' dependence on synthetic fertilizers. From winning UCF's pres...
May 08, 2025•58 min•Season 1Ep. 103
️ Why 96% of Farmers Can’t Rely on the Farm Alone. What if we told you that almost every farmer in America depends on an off-farm paycheck to make it work? In this episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, Rich and Shelley expose the truth behind modern farming in 2025—it’s not what most people expect—and share their own story of building a farm from scratch with the help of a military retirement. From feeding pigs at sunrise to pulling lambs at midnight, they’ve lived every inch of the regenerative...
May 01, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 102
️ What happens if the food system collapses overnight? Marjory Wildcraft, founder of The Grow Network and author of The Grow System, joins us for a raw, urgent conversation about food security, self-reliance, and growing your own food before it’s too late. In this eye-opening episode, Marjory shares how a failed school garden project triggered panic attacks that led her to uncover the biggest lie Americans have been told: that growing your own food is too hard, too dirty, or not worth it. Learn ...
Apr 22, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 101
️Are we finally fixing the food pyramid? In this eye-opening episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, we break down the latest published review from Dr. Nina Teicholz, which calls for a complete overhaul of dietary guidelines for Americans. Backed by powerful evidence and published in Nutrients, this study argues that a low-carb, whole-food approach could be the true solution to America's metabolic health crisis. Did you know that 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy and either at risk of—or ...
Apr 12, 2025•40 min•Season 1Ep. 100
️ Glyphosate, the world's most widely used herbicide, is everywhere—but how safe is it really? In this eye-opening episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, Rich and Shelley dive deep into the controversial world of agricultural chemicals, focusing on glyphosate—best known as Roundup. They explore recent scientific evidence, landmark lawsuits, and shifting global attitudes toward chemical-based agriculture. Discover: Why glyphosate has become the center of fierce debates. Proven cancer links, includin...
Mar 31, 2025•35 min•Season 1Ep. 99
️We’re living in the era of fake food, where the shelves are lined with ultra-processed, chemically-altered, addictive food products designed to keep you eating—and keep you sick. Meanwhile, the ketogenic diet prioritizes real, whole foods that nourish, sustain, and fuel your body the way nature intended. In this episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, we expose the real impact of UPFs and discuss why making the switch to REAL FOOD—whether that’s keto, low-carb, or regenerative farm-sourced—is criti...
Mar 06, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 98
️ What did our grandparents know about food that we’ve forgotten? The Great Depression (1929-1941) forced families to rethink food, waste, and survival—and today, many of those lessons are just as relevant as ever. With rising prices, food shortages, and economic instability, we have a lot to learn from their resilience. In this episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, we explore: ✅ How families fed themselves when food was scarce ✅ Creative Depression-era meals & how they stretched ingredients ✅...
Feb 27, 2025•34 min•Season 1Ep. 97
️ From Fighter Jets to Fighting for Your Health! What happens when an Air Force fighter pilot, flight surgeon, and performance optimization expert takes a deep dive into nutrition, metabolic health, and the medical lies keeping people sick? You get one of the most eye-opening episodes of the Dust'er Mud Podcast to date! In this explosive conversation, Dr. Jay “Bones” Flottmann—former USAF F-15C fighter pilot, F-22 pilot-physician, and flight surgeon for the Thunderbirds—joins us to expose the tr...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 96
️ What if everything you’ve been told about health, medicine, and food is WRONG? Today, we dive deep into the secrets of longevity, real food, and the industrial health complex—inspired by an eye-opening conversation between Sean Ryan and Gary Breka. We’re breaking down the biggest lies in modern health, how real food and movement are the ultimate medicine, and why questioning the narrative is the key to thriving. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: ✔ The Vitamin D3 Deficiency Trap & how it leads to ...
Feb 18, 2025•48 min•Season 1Ep. 95
️Egg prices are skyrocketing again—but why? In this episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, we break down the real reasons behind rising egg prices, including: ✅ Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and mass flock culling ✅ New cage-free laws impacting large-scale egg producers ✅ The real struggle of small farms balancing fair pricing & ethical food sales As small-scale farmers, we have to navigate the fine line between making a sustainable living and ensuring food remains accessible. Is the...
Feb 06, 2025•39 min•Season 1Ep. 94
️ Beef prices just hit an ALL-TIME HIGH, and it’s only getting worse. The cost of raising cattle has skyrocketed, the national herd is shrinking, and the future of beef affordability is uncertain. But is this just a temporary spike, or are we witnessing a reckoning in the food system? In this episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, we break down: ✅ Why beef prices are at historic highs (herd downsizing, supply & demand, heifer retention) ✅ The hidden costs of industrial agriculture – subsidies, ...
Jan 30, 2025•46 min•Season 1Ep. 93
️ Ready to take control of your health and pantry? In this episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, we reveal 10 simple yet powerful food swaps that will transform the way you eat and feel. From ditching margarine for butter to replacing sugary snacks with real food, we break down each swap and explain why it matters. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why vegetable oils should be a thing of the past. ✅ How swapping boxed cereal for eggs can supercharge your mornings. ✅ The truth about fake sweeteners and better a...
Jan 16, 2025•32 min•Season 1Ep. 92
️Ultra-Processed Foods and the Fight for Accountability In this hard-hitting episode of the Dust’er Mud Podcast, we dive deep into the world of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and their impact on health, society, and the next generation. With over 70% of the average American diet now coming from UPFs, the consequences are staggering: skyrocketing obesity rates, type 2 diabetes, and other diet-related diseases. But this isn't just about numbers—it's about accountability. We explore the groundbreakin...
Jan 09, 2025•42 min•Season 1Ep. 91
️Are the new 2025 US Dietary Guidelines really based on science, or is Big Food pulling the strings? Dive into this eye-opening episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, where we unravel the tangled web of lobbyists, corporate agendas, and questionable "nutrition science" behind the latest dietary recommendations. In this episode: Exposing the influence of food and agribusiness lobbyists on national health policies. Breaking down the flawed recommendations targeting red meat and saturated fat. The ris...
Dec 31, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 90
Did you know that the number of farms and farmers in America has been steadily declining for decades? In this episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, we explore why this trend is one of the most significant threats to your food supply—and why it should matter to everyone, not just farmers. What You’ll Learn: The shocking statistics on the decline of farms and farmers How corporate consolidation in agriculture is changing what’s on your plate Why fewer farmers mean less food security for all of us Ho...
Dec 13, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 89
️ In this episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, we uncover the truth behind some of the most pervasive myths about food and nutrition. Are "healthy" foods really healthy? And why does so much mainstream diet advice seem to conflict with what we know about low-carb and regenerative lifestyles? What You’ll Learn: The origins of popular food myths and how they’ve shaped the Standard American Diet ️ The surprising truth about fats, sugars, and ultra-processed foods Why food companies promote addictive...
Dec 08, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 88
️ Raw Milk: The Fight for Food Freedom Raw milk—nutrient-dense, unprocessed, and incredibly controversial. In this episode of the Dust'er Mud Podcast, we dive into the complexities of raw milk and local food laws, exploring what it means to reclaim food independence in an era of regulation. What You’ll Learn: The history of raw milk in the U.S. and why it’s so controversial ️ A breakdown of state laws: Why is raw milk legal in some places and not others? ⚖️ The truth about pasteurization vs. raw...
Dec 08, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 87
️ Is Bayer truly embracing regenerative agriculture, or is it just 'greenwashing'? In this episode, we take a hard look at Bayer’s claim to support regenerative farming while remaining deeply tied to chemical agriculture and RoundUp. Learn how corporate influence shapes the regenerative ag movement and what it means for farmers and consumers. Discover the truth about regenerative agriculture and how it can impact the future of food security and sustainability. Key Topics: ✅Bayer’s regenerative a...
Dec 03, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 86
️ Kevin and Sarah from Living Traditions Homestead join us for their very first podcast! In this wide-ranging, 2.5-hour conversation, we dive deep into their lives, covering everything from how they met to their thoughts on homesteading, diet, and health. We discuss the challenges and joys of raising your own food, the realities of homestead finances, and whether it's truly possible to support yourself on a homestead with a mortgage. Kevin and Sarah share their insights into health, practical ti...
Dec 02, 2024•2 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 85
️ In this episode, we dive deep into the latest news surrounding the American Rural Economy and Agriculture Policy as we face the next potential Farm Crisis. With 2025 predictions of rising consumer prices, increasing inflation, and looming food shortages, farmers and consumers alike are feeling the pressure. We'll explore how the crisis is driven by price increases, changing crop prices, and the impact on the food supply chain. Join us as we discuss the economic crisis that threatens sustainabl...
Oct 24, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 84
