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

Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Podcast Episode on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1776013132068229542Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT

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

Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Podcasts on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1772789155090821240?s=20Connect with Julia & TrashPanda App:https://twitter.com/JuliaPutzeyshttps://www.trashpandaapp.com/Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT   Episode Resources:https://www.trashpandaapp.com/blog/unpacking-the-pros-and-cons-of-apeelhttps://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.Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Podcast Episode on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1767561169517371699?s=20Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube VLOG:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentypodcastDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT

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

Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Podcasts on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1765570180397310460?s=20Connect with Luke:https://www.instagram.com/publicly_challenged/https://publiclychallenged.com/Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube VLOG:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentypodcastDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT  

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

 Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Podcasts on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1762305219151704148?s=20Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube VLOG:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentypodcastDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT 

EP 114 | The following is a conversation with Kenneth Thrall from Kifaru all about hunting Mountain Whitetail Deer. Ken is a lifelong hunter who specializes in elk, deer, and other big game animals in the Mountain West. He is a master hunter with a wealth of knowledge who successfully punches tags on public land year after year.

Episode Overview:

• The value of getting your meat supply through hunting
• Why hunting whitetail deer in the Rocky Mountains is a rewarding pursuit
• When and how to scout for whitetail deer in the mountains
• Hunting strategies to increase your odds of killing a mountain whitetail buck
• Gear essentials for hunting in the mountains & what gear he was most excited about during the 2023 season
• Ken’s backcountry fitness routine and what he eats in the mountains

 Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Watch the Video Podcasts on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1760858522693361875?s=20Connect with Kenneth:https://www.instagram.com/kenneththrall/Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentySign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube VLOG:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentypodcastDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT 

This episode is a recording of our first Year of Plenty Podcast Livestream on X! Listen along as we dive into disturbing research on micro- and nanoplastics in plastic water bottles, teflon cookware, and food packaging. We also share words from the community!Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com or my Instagram to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentyWatch the Video Podcasts on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1756750402337567206?s=20Sign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube VLOG:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentypodcastDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT

In this episode, we discuss Max's experience working as a cheese maker on a dairy farm in the Alps. High alpine dairy farming has a strong tradition in the European Alps that came about 3000 years ago. Every year tough farmers make their way into the mountains to herd cattle and preserve the precious milk into cheese, butter, and other dairy products.Episode Overview:

• Max’s experience managing a high-elevation dairy farm in the Alps together with 2 of his friends
• How cheese is made in the Alps and some of the differences between the types of cheese and their regions
• Best practices for aging and storing raw milk cheese
• Several alpine cheese-making traditions, like backpacking giant wheels of cheese down the mountain

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In this episode, I share some of my top tips for DIY meat grinding that I have learned over the years. Everything from how to prepare the meat grinder and ingredients before you get started to the meat grinder part maintenance after you are done. Get ready to learn the essential skill that will help you secure protein for you and your family.Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.comMY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it outLeave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com or my Instagram to receive a FREE EBOOK with my favorite food preservation recipes.Support the podcast via donations:https://www.patreon.com/poldiwielandhttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/yearofplentyWatch the Video Podcasts on X:https://x.com/yearofplentypod/status/1731505759161286899?s=20Sign up for the newsletter:www.theyearofplenty.com/newsletterSubscribe to the Youtube VLOG:https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentypodcastDo you follow the podcast on social media yet?IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/I want to hear from you! Take the LISTENER SURVEY: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KZW53RT