This conversation is a deep dive into the world of elderberry foraging. And for you to learn more about this amazing plant species, I brought on none other than Jesse Akozbek. Jesse is a great guy and a very good forager and most importantly wants you to be one too! He is known for his technical yet approachable style of teaching foraging that gives people the confidence to forage safely and responsibly. You may have seen him through his online platform, Feral Foraging, where he posts everything from quick tips to in-depth video essays, all in pursuit of his mission of providing foraging education for all.

Episode Overview:

• Why you should forage for elderberries
• Historical uses of elderberry
• Different elderberry species that are abundant in the US
• How to identify elderberry and some of its look-alikes
• Different ingredients you can harvest from elderberry
• When and how to harvest elderberry and how to process it
• Culinary uses for elderberry
• And more

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How to start Foraging Blog by Jesse - https://feralforaging.com/how-to-start-foraging/

• Jake's love for upland birds and why he decided to become a guide
• Ruffed Grouse Hunting 101: Everything you need to know and more to be successful in the grouse woods
• Ruffed grouse behavior and how to scout for them
• The three big factors that will help you locate ruffed grouse time and time again
• Ruffed ground diet and how feeding patterns change throughout the seasons
• How ruffed grouse respond to pressure from hunters and people seeking recreation in the outdoors
• Analysis of ruffed grouse sign like track and droppings
• How you can use upland bird feeding patterns to identify foraging areas where you can pick wild berries
• Upland bird dog training and how to cook ruffed grouse to turn it into delicious wild game meals

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Are you looking to grow veggies in a small space? Join Poldi and Lindey as they discuss their gardening plans at their new apartment. Many renters decide not to grow food, because of limited grow space. But it is possible! In this episode, you will learn how Poldi and Lindey have grown squash and other veggies using grow bags and trellises, as well as their plans for the upcoming gardening season.

Episode Overview:

• How we plan to grow squash and other veggies on a patio using grow bags
• Squash varieties that are ideal for gardening in small spaces
• Growing vining winter squash on trellises
• Benefits of trellising winter and summer squash
• Vertical urban gardening for renters with limited grow space
• Low-budget trellis ideas for your backyard
• How to train squash to grow vertically on trellises
• Plants that are ideal for vertical gardening

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Ready to discover the best tool for understanding food labels and more? This episode is a conversation with Julia Putzeys who is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of the Trash Panda app. Join Poldi and Julia as they discuss the confusing landscape of food labels and ultra-processed food ingredients. And learn about the ultimate tool for understanding food labels.

Episode Overview:

• Julia’s journey into the nutrition world and what motivated her to start the TrashPanda App
• The importance of understanding food labels and what to look for when reading labels
• Why we need to push for more transparency in the food system
• What government agencies regulate food additives and ultra-processed food in the USA?
• What does GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) mean regarding food additives?
• Ultra-processed food ingredients that Julia is most concerned about right now (Food Coloring like Red Dye 40 and Apeel Technology)
• Bioengineered (GMO) foods and some of the labeling requirements for them in the USA
• Current trends in food labeling that Julia is watching
• Live walkthrough of the Trash Panda app and how it can help you understand food labels and the potential health effects of ingredients in seconds

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https://www.trashpandaapp.com/blog/what-are-bio-engineered-foods

EP 118 | Join Poldi and Lindey as they explore the delicious and healthful world of homemade, nutrient-dense ice cream. Discover how this classic treat can be transformed into a nutrient powerhouse with just a few simple ingredients.

Episode Overview:

• Delving into the origins of ice cream and its evolution from ancient times to the present day.
• Unpacking the nutritious value of homemade ice cream and how it differs from store-bought varieties.
• An exploration of the key ingredients that turn ordinary ice cream into a nutrient-rich treat.
• Discussion on choosing high-quality cream, raw eggs, and natural sweeteners for maximum nutrient density.
• Exploring the nutritional importance of eggs in the ice cream recipe and why they are crucial.
• Step-by-step guide on making nutrient-dense ice cream at home, with and without an ice cream maker.
• Ideas for customizing your nutrient-dense ice cream with healthy, foraged, or unique ingredients.
• Answering questions from the community about our experience with a popular ice cream maker.

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EP 117 | This episode is a recording of a recent X space where Poldi and co-host Lindey discuss spruce tree foraging, how to distinguish spruce from other conifers, and some ways of using spruce as an ingredient in the kitchen. Spruce trees are perfect for winter foraging! Poldi and Lindey also share a recent scientific review linking ultra-processed foods to chronic diseases and test their ketone levels for the first time since starting a keto diet in 2024.

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EP 116 | This episode is a conversation with my friend Luke Oswald who is a hunter, angler, forager, and podcaster himself. On his show, Publicly Challenged, Luke interviews wild food experts, naturalists, and others who utilize public land recreationally. His goal is for him and his listeners to learn how to hunt, fish, and forage better, and do it all in a sustainable manner.

Episode Overview:

• Hunting hogs with spears and why Luke decided to hunt them with this primal method
• Ethical considerations when hunting with a spear
• Lessons learned during the wild hog hunt and what he would do differently next time
• Canning wild game meat and why Luke wants to get a freeze drier to make his own backpacking meals
• Tapping maple and black walnut trees to make syrup
• Luke’s favorite tool for cracking black walnuts with ease
• How European Settlers acquired salt for cooking when they came to the New World
• The Native American legend about how Chief Woksis and his wife discovered maple sap to make maple syrup
• Foraging for serviceberries and how to utilize them in the kitchen

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EP 115 | The following is a Year of Plenty Podcast Livestream recording about protein digestion tips when switching to a high-protein diet & more.

Episode Overview:

• Trouble digesting high-protein foods? We share some tips on how you can improve protein digestion when switching to a high-protein diet
• Tiramisu Chia Seed Pudding Recipe
• Keto Pizzagnia Recipe (very low carb)
• Book Club Segment: Overview of ancestral foodways from the book Ancestral Appetites by Kristen J. Gremillion

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