Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Women Collectives behind India’s Farming Revolution
Episode 132
Last week we spoke with Vijay Kumar Thallam to discuss the development of Andhra Pradesh's natural farming movement to feed 50 million people in a fe…
3 years, 3 months ago
Feeding 50 Million; Building New Food models with Vijay Kumar Thallam
Episode 131
In this episode, we're joined by Vijay Kumar Thallam, a farm leader in the Andhra Pradesh region of India. What does it look like to rely on biology,…
3 years, 3 months ago
Ancient Indian Wisdom & Modern Insights - Filthy Liquid, the Smell of Death: Vrikshayurveda
Episode 130
Ever wondered how ancient Indian farmers managed to cultivate bountiful crops without synthetic chemicals? In this episode, we journey back to around…
3 years, 3 months ago
Between Natural Farming & Agronomy with Brandon Rust of Bokashi Earthworks
Episode 129
In this episode, we're joined by Brandon Rust, founder of Bokashi Earthworks and known for his extensive expertise in cannabis growing. Brandon's wor…
3 years, 3 months ago
Bokashi: A Deep Dive into Anaerobic Fermentation for Soil Amendment
Episode 128
This episode of "The Poor Proles Almanac" explores bokashi, an alternative method of composting that utilizes anaerobic fermentation to break down or…
3 years, 3 months ago
Urban Community Composting with the Denver Compost Collective
Episode 127
We're joined by the Denver Compost Collective to discuss the concept of urban composting and utilizing compost as a tool for building community. How …
3 years, 4 months ago
The Science of Compost: Unlocking the Secrets of Decomposition
Episode 126
This episode of the Poor Proles Almanac podcast explores the fascinating world of composting, breaking down the process into its fundamental componen…
3 years, 4 months ago
A Biochar Future with the International Biochar Initiative
Episode 125
In this episode, we're joined by Kathleen Draper, the Board Chair of the International Biochar Initiative. We chat about the past 3 decades of biocha…
3 years, 4 months ago
Exploring the Potential and Pitfalls of Biochar for Soil Amendment
Episode 124
This episode of "The Poor Proles Almanac" centers on biochar, a soil amendment with purported benefits but also potential risks. Hosts Elliot and And…
3 years, 4 months ago
From Soil to Sip: The Art of Natural Winemaking with Éric Texier of Brézème Vineyards
Episode 123
Note: We discuss a fermented tea from poison ivy-- the french word 'ortie', is actually stinging nettle tea. Ferns are also common for a fermented so…
3 years, 4 months ago