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Regenerative by Design

Joni Kindwall-Mooresnacktivistfoods.com
Regenerative by Design Podcast where we get to the root of health, climate, economics and food.  Host, Joni Kindwall-Moore, is an RN, an Ethnobotanist and the founder of Snacktivist Foods. Join us on this journey as we explore the ideas, stories and personalities behind the regenerative food system movement including climate change, human health, economics and food as well as other deeply interconnected topics.  In this podcast, we will be “going there” and leaning into topics that might make you squirm… just a little.  We want to challenge ourselves to think outside of the box and to discover the deeper side of our world’s problems so that we can better understand how to solve them.  We aim to unpack some of the most dynamic issues of our day with some of the most inspiring minds who are pushing the boundaries of our current norms and thinking paradigms.  We have seen incredibly disruptive events in the past few years like pandemics, climate events, disasters and war. These often trigger system changes that are reactionary and have short term gains. When these are practiced over the long term, they often have a degenerative effect on health and the environment. Regenerative design thinking is the opposite, and is an intentional, premeditated process that involves a high level of observation, analysis, creativity, and looking beyond reductionistic principles while embracing systems thinking and additionality to create regenerative solutions. Regenerative agriculture has become a powerful force for positive transformation and hope in todays world. And no discussion about agriculture is complete without a conversation about food.  Food is the connection between people and the planet so grab a cup of coffee or your favorite running shoes and get ready to take a mental and philosophical leap into the future of food and our planet.
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Episodes

Joni Talks with Anne Biklé & David R. Montgomery About Regenerative Agriculture & Soil Degradation

To learn more about Anne & David, visit their website dig2grow.com . The Hidden Half of Nature is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3SUrlmr What Your Food Ate: How to Heal Our Land and Reclaim Our Health is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3rOadmG Growing a Revolution: Bringing Our Soil Back to Life is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3RLVh2Q Dirt: The Erosion of Civilizations is available on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3rJMcwT...

Oct 13, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 22

All About Snacktivist

Juggling long nursing shifts and busy days full of activities with my three kids is undoubtedly a challenge, but it means the most to us. I found that if I made large batches of gluten-free, vegan, dry-mixes on the weekends, it was easier for us to eat healthier & high-quality throughout the week. Shortly after, friends and coworkers began asking where they could purchase them. Snacktivist Foods was born!

Oct 06, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Drought Resistant Grains and the Future of Food, part 2 with Dr. Don Osborn

To connect with Don or learn more about publications or projects he is working on, please visit www.linkedin.com/in/donosborn/ . To learn more about the North American Millets Alliance, please visit www.millets2023.space . Action Item : Ask your super market to carry Millets. This program is brought to you by Snacktivist Foods. The learn more about Snacktivist and the products they promote, please visit snacktivistfoods.com ....

Sep 01, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 19

A Discussion About Food, Farming, and Health with Ty Meyer from the Spokane Conservative District

Ty has focused on soil health and no-till agriculture as a means for increased ag health and food safety. Joni and Ty discussed how the family farm has deteriorated as children of farmers leave the industry and how to put the fun back into Farming to retain the younger generation. Food, Farming, & Healthcare - What is farming today? What are the average farm size in today’s agriculture setting? How does the corporate mindset impact farming in general? Joni and Ty talk about FarmedSmart and h...

Aug 25, 202257 minSeason 1Ep. 18

A Forward Look on Agriculture from an Organic Farmers Perspective-a discussion with Tim Cornie

Tim shares his history in farming, his perspective on food health, and his ideas on what the future of farming will look like. Joni and Tim explore the idea that our food growing methods are making people sick and the loss of nutrients in our food supply decreasing long-term health outlook. To learn more about Tim’s 1000 Springs Mill operation, please visit 1000springsmill.com .

Aug 18, 202244 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Talking About Growing Teff in Idaho with Royd Carlson of Teffco

The founding of Teff Co is a story that bridges rural Idaho to the horn of Africa. Teff Co was started by Idaho native, Wayne Carlson after a trip to Ethiopia. Wayne's sons, Royd and Gareth, are now the operators of Teffco and scaling the business to new levels. A staple grain Ethiopia and Eritrea, Teff it is naturally gluten free and a hardy crop. Teffco sells both Ivory and Dark Teff. Teff is a fine grain that is about the size of a poppy seed. It is much smaller and glitter than traditional c...

Aug 11, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 16

A Discussion About Food Science, Healthy Eating, and the “Humble Bean”. with Maggie Sadowsky

Maggie Sadowsky is an expert in transforming food categories. Joni and Maggie discuss the fact that not many people know about the Food scientist profession or what they do. Everything we eat is touched by a food scientist at some point in the process. Plant-based foods discussion. Maggie was named the top plant-based food creator. Joni and Maggie discuss the health factor behind plant-based foods and the development of Maggie’s movement, Culinary Architects theculinaryarchitects.com. Maggie hig...

Aug 04, 202249 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Food System Security, a discussion with John Roulac

John is the founder of Nutiva, named one of Inc Magazine’s fastest growing companies in America, is dedicated to nourishing people and planet. Joni and John talk about how John took an interest in regenerative agriculture and how the movie Kiss The Ground came about. Kiss The Ground - Movie information link kissthegroundmovie.com John shares his views on how some of the biggest proponents of environmental stewardship and policy have failed. Joni & John talk about Great Plains regeneration an...

Jul 28, 20221 hrSeason 1Ep. 14

Regenerative Agriculture, Soil Health, and the Great Plains-A Discussion with Jessica Gnad

In today’s episode Joni talks with Jessica Grad from Great Plains Regeneration. Jessica’s company has developed an ongoing education program for farmers and ranchers to incorporate regenerative agriculture techniques. Her projects also include watershed regeneration and regional marketplace development. Jessica shared how the regenerative agriculture practices varies based on geographical location, but the ultimate outcome serves for a more healthy watershed and better tasting food. She highligh...

Jul 21, 202251 minSeason 1Ep. 13

A Discussion about how Millets can help with Water Conservation with John Manuel of Dryland Genetics

John Manuel has been working in the commodity grain market for decades and sits to talk with Joni about the over status of the industry. How does grain transportation and inflation in general impact food costs and food purchase patterns. The benefits of proso-millet crops on water usage and natural resources. “The best thing you can do for water conservation is foods that use less of it to grow.” How the industry is working on improving crop yield to benefit the farmer so it makes the growing of...

Jul 14, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 12

How Regenerative Food Systems and Farming Impacts Health with David LeZaks, Ph.D.

Joni and David discuss food sustainability and agricultural process impact on human health. In this episode Joni and David look at regenerative agriculture and food in the over all eco system and humans as a piece of that eco system that is driving healthy patterns food production. The connection between soil health and food health factors and the economic impact of continued top soil loss. They also discuss The Farm Bill and the impact to the overall healthcare costs. To learn more about David,...

Jul 07, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Live Presentation by Joni Kindwall-Moore at Idaho Tech Connect Annual Conference

Joni talks about the increase of food allergies and the societal move towards gluten free foods and a brief food history and grain crops. Joni highlights the increase in wheat intake and the decrease in American farming as a profession and talks about the impact of these two trends on the American economic system and our overall health. Joni presents the need for a shift in grain crop farming methods and types for the long-term sustainability of American agriculture. She points to how smaller fo...

Jun 30, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Nutrition Phytochemicals & Health with Travis Denton

Joni talks with Dr. Travis Denton from WSU about pharmaceutical chemistry. They also discuss regenerative food health looking specifically at the science behind growing healthy foods. The thesis behind today’s episode is using foods as medicine. Phytochemicals, also called phytonutrients, are the potentially helpful compounds found in plant foods. They may help prevent chronic diseases, including cancer but relatively little is known about these diverse chemicals. These can be found in vegetable...

Jun 23, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Building Regenerative Capital with Sarah Day Levesque and Anthony Corsaro of RSFI

In this episode of Regenerative by Design with guests Sarah Day Levesque and Anthony Corsaro , you will learn more about Regenerative Food Systems as an economic opportunity that has the potential to positively impact the world. Sarah always wanted to “save the world through agriculture” and came into the regenerative movement by way of the conventional farming industry. She holds Master's degrees in Agriculture, International Agriculture Development, and Resource Development. Sarah sees the big...

Jun 09, 202250 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Regenerating the Oceans with Dune Lankard

Welcome to part 2 of our water series in the Regenerative by Design podcast series. In this episode, we discuss our oceans. Most discussions about regenerative agriculture are focused on land systems. We will explore the role of regeneration in the world's oceans. We will learn about mariculture, kelp farming, and fishing through the lens of Dune Lankard. Dune has spent his life on the sea as both a subsistence and commercial fisherman. He is also a globally renowned environmental activist who w...

May 26, 202259 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Category Creation, Distribution and Regenerating the Planet with Laura McCord of KeHE

Today, we hear from Laura McCord, the Executive Sustainability Director for KeHE. Laura combines her lifelong passion for the outdoors and nature with her career in grocery and natural products distribution to lead the way in corporate sustainability. She is passionate about conservation and building business practices that reflect and uphold these values. Laura discusses the nuances between the organic movement and the emerging regenerative movement and how we see opportunities to make a bigger...

May 19, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Regenerating the Sahel and Rediscovering Forgotten Foods, with Chef Pierre Thiam

In this episode, Chef Pierre Thiam takes us on a journey from a boy growing up in coastal Senegal dreaming of becoming a scientist to a young man, who finds himself in downtown Manhattan in the early 90’s. As his story unfolds, we see how sometimes “the fates” have a way of putting us on a path that is very different to what we had envisioned. Chef Pierre’s story is fascinating and he shares how these experiences shaped his world view today. He is now a restaurateur and co-founder of Yolele food...

May 05, 202249 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Rethinking Commodities and California agriculture in a changing world with Claudia Carter

Our future will be defined by those who understand deeply ingrained systems but have the ability to harness that knowledge, think outside of the box, and free the system to move toward a better model. Few are doing this as well as Claudia Carter. Claudia will take us on a journey from her hometown of Manta, Ecuador to her current role as Executive Director of the California Wheat Commission. In this episode, you will hear how the passion for great food, wheat, and healthy children is changing th...

Apr 29, 202239 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Water, Life and the Colorado with Tripp Wall

Tripp is a Colorado native with a long history of involvement with water, water rights and conservation. Water is the most important “commodity” on Earth and today we kick off our first of several sessions dedicated to the complex relationship that humans have with this precious resource. Tripp is a student of Axiology which is the philosophical study of value. In this session, we navigate the layers of “value” that are placed on water by society from the perspective of access, purity and scarci...

Apr 15, 202248 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Soil, Leadership and Youth with Jason Marmon

Jason Marmon grew up in North Dakota where he experienced the transformation of his community in the midst of oil booms and the rapid development of extraction-based infrastructure. In this episode, you will hear his story. He has a unique perspective on how rural, urban, and Tribal culture are continuously navigating the challenges of modern development and how we should be thinking about the future. Jason was first exposed to the practice of regenerative agriculture after traveling to Brown’s ...

Apr 15, 202252 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Seeds of community and Seeds of the Past with Don Scheuerman

Don Scheuerman is a farmer and co-founder of the Grain Shed who has committed himself to the study and practice of landrace grain cultivation, regenerative agriculture, and innovative economic models. Don’s passion is for the many “forgotten” kinds of wheat and barley. Not only do these grains have exceptional flavor characteristics, but they can also dramatically reduce or eliminate the use of common inputs used in grain cropping systems. Don has traveled and worked around the world which gives...

Apr 14, 202243 minSeason 1Ep. 1
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