Flora Funga Podcast

KK the Plant Biologist with a Thirst for Mycology
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Let's get down N nerdy with plants and fungi on Flora Funga Podcast. I'm all about bridging the gap between plants, fungi, and humans. Come listen to the underrated nerdy topics of flora and funga. Everything's connected above and below ground. Feel free to contact me at www.florafungapodcast.com/contact

  1. 1 day ago

    240: We're Losing Species Before We Even Discover Them | BIODIVERSITY BABY with Mandie Quark

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review KK welcomes back mycologist and science educator Mandie Quark for a fascinating conversation about the importance of biodiversity and why protecting all forms of life. From photographing mysterious moths and fungi in Ecuador's rainforests to uncovering the alarming lack of funding for fungal conservation, Mandie shares how much of Earth's biodiversity remains undocumented and potentially threatened. We explore the interconnected relationships between fungi, insects, plants, and wildlife, the power of citizen science through platforms like iNaturalist, and how everyday nature enthusiasts can contribute to real scientific discoveries. Whether you're a mushroom lover, aspiring naturalist, or simply curious about the hidden world around you, this episode is a reminder that you can't protect what you don't know exists! MAKE SURE YOU VOTE FOR THE POLICIES YOU BELIEVE IN! All resources mentioned on florafungapodcast.com/240 Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  2. 22 Oct

    239: Your Forest Is Basically a Mushroom Pharmacy

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review In this episode of the Flora Funga Podcast, KK sits down with Tyler from Elden Medicinals, a holistic health practitioner, medicinal mushroom educator, and wild forager she met at MycoFest. Tyler shares his personal healing journey, including how his experience with nerve-related symptoms inspired his passion for lion’s mane mushrooms and natural medicine. Together, they dive into some of the most underrated medicinal fungi, including red-belted polypore, birch polypore, artist’s conk, and chaga, exploring their potential benefits for inflammation, brain health, immune support, and overall wellness. They also discuss herbal allies like blue vervain and ghost pipe, the advantages of wild-foraged versus cultivated mushrooms, sustainable harvesting, and the importance of reconnecting with nature. Tyler introduces his book, Wild Healing with Medicinal Mushrooms, which teaches readers about mushroom identification, foraging, traditional uses, and making their own natural remedies. This conversation is all about taking an active role in your wellness, getting curious about the medicine growing around you, and discovering the fascinating world of fungi beyond the familiar favorites! Explore Tyler’s work at Elden Medicinals and use code FLORAFUNGA for 10% off your order. Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  3. 14 Oct

    238: Is this the BEST Mushroom Coffee We've Tried Yet?! | Root & Rise Coffee Review

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review KK and Karleen are back for another mushroom coffee review, and this time we're sipping on Root & Rise Coffee, a consciously crafted blend created by founder Casey!  From its beautiful, eco-conscious packaging to its rich, earthy flavor, this coffee seriously impressed us. We dive into the organic ingredients, including lion's mane, chaga, roasted dandelion root, and chicory root, exploring the science behind their potential benefits for cognitive health, antioxidant activity, digestion, and gut health. We also chat about Casey's journey through herbalism and regenerative agriculture, why prebiotic fibers matter, and how brewing methods like pour-over can elevate your morning coffee ritual. Plus, we break down the pricing, discover Root & Rise's caffeine-free alternative, Shrooms of Stability, and celebrate the brand's commitment to sustainability with compostable tea bags. With a nearly perfect 10/10 rating, could this be the new gold standard for mushroom coffee? Tune in to find out why we're officially part of the Root & Rise tribe! ☕ 🔗 Mentioned in This Episode 🌱 Root & Rise Coffee — Official Website📸 Find Root & Rise Coffee on Instagram🥂 ZBiotics — Episode Sponsor — Use code FLORAFUNGA for 15% off!🔬 Scientific Research Behind the Ingredients Lion's Mane — Brain Health & Cognitive Function Benefits, Side Effects, and Uses of Hericium erinaceus as a Supplement: A Systematic Review (2025) Explores lion's mane's potential effects on cognitive function, neuroprotection, and mood, drawing on clinical and laboratory research. Chaga — Antioxidants & Inflammation Therapeutic Properties of Inonotus obliquus (Chaga Mushroom): A Review Examines chaga's bioactive compounds and promising antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, primarily supported by preclinical studies. Dandelion Root — Prebiotics & Gut Microbiome Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) as a Prebiotic Source: Implications for Gut Microbiota, Metabolic Health, and Functional Food Development (2026) Investigates dandelion's inulin and other compounds that may support beneficial gut bacteria.  Chicory Root — Digestion & Gut Health Effect of Consumption of Chicory Inulin on Bowel Function in Healthy Subjects With Constipation: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial A human clinical trial investigating how chicory-derived inulin can improve bowel movement frequency and digestive function. I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  4. 7 Oct

    237: They Turn Restaurant Trash Into Food?! Compost Olympics happening October 10, 2026

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Get ready to laugh, learn, and rethink what you call “waste.” 🌱♻️ In this episode of the Flora Funga Podcast, KK sits down with Aaron and Elliot from Brainplate Grows to explore their hilariously unconventional approach to composting, urban farming, and building a more resilient food system in Madison, Wisconsin. We dive into how they collect roughly 800 pounds of food scraps each week from local restaurants and transform them into living soil, their Bucket Farm Friends initiative bringing accessible grow kits into the community, the surprisingly fascinating world of soil microbes, and why bitter melon deserves way more attention. We also talk about hyperlocal food systems, turning unused urban spaces into places to grow food, creating stronger communities through biodiversity and mutual aid, and their wonderfully chaotic Compost Olympics happening October 10 at Troy Farm. Beneath all the jokes is a powerful idea: waste doesn’t have to be waste, healthy ecosystems depend on cooperation, and small local actions can create much bigger change. All Links happening on Florafungapodcast.com Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Zbiotics: "FLORAFUNGA"Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next dayCalm & CollectedTry my Flora Funga Calm & Collected Extract. Lemon balm, Reishi, Ashwagandha--a great way to sleep!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  5. 1 Oct

    236: InPerson--Inside WNY Fungi Fest: Mushrooms, Music, Saunas & a 38° Plunge

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Flora Funga Podcast at the Western New York Fungi Festival for a weekend packed with mushrooms, community, wellness, music, and plenty of unexpected adventures. KK explores unique fungi products, learns about training dogs to hunt for truffles, catches up with Dennis Walker of Mycopreneur, experiences mushroom comedy and laughing yoga, and connects with Fungi Flows for some freestyle energy. Things get even more interesting when a relaxing mobile sauna session turns into KK facing one of her biggest enemies—a freezing cold plunge. Between workshops, vendors, late-night sound baths under the full moon, and KK's own presentation about pursuing your passions, this episode captures the wonderfully weird, intimate, and inspiring community that makes mushroom festivals so special.  Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  6. 23 Sept

    235: Longest Mushroom EVENT--Ojai Mushroom Summit with Omar Dasco-Uribe

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review KK sits down with Omar to dive into the vision behind the Ojai Mushroom Summit, happening October 11–18, 2026 in Ojai, California. The week-long gathering brings together fungi, fermentation, regenerative agriculture, food, art, music, wellness, and community through workshops, talks, films, culinary experiences, cultivation classes, myco-filtration demonstrations, live performances, vendor gatherings, and hands-on experiences throughout the Ojai Valley.  Check out the official Ojai Mushroom Summit page or view the full schedule and grab tickets on Humanitix. Programming includes a Master Chef Koji class, microdosing discussions, mycelium-material workshops, mushroom cultivation, cactus education, mushroom-and-koji dining experiences, myco-filtration, podcast conversations, and community gatherings.  Several events take place at Topa Institute, while Saturday features an educational portal at the historic Ojai Playhouse along with the downtown Mushroom Block Party, food pop-ups, and an unofficial after-party.  Friday evening also brings music and movement with The Listening Garden following a hands-on mycofiltration workshop.  Sunday closes the celebration with yoga, an herb and mushroom walk, From the Hood to the Woods, and the Greater Goods Gathering, featuring live music, education, food, vendors, and community connection at Topa.  Beyond the summit, Omar shares the personal journey that led him from cooking and foraging into mycology and eventually to co-founding Ohms Collective, where fungi, food, sustainability, and community come together.  This episode is a look at what can happen when mycology, creativity, regenerative living, education, and community all collide in one beautiful valley. Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  7. 16 Sept

    234: Rooted in Wellness--Lions Mane Chocolate

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Richard Capalbo the Founder of Rooted Fox Wellness, a wellness company focused on functional mushrooms. He makes a Lion's Mane Functional Chocolate and Lion's Mane Functional Capsules- supporting Mood, Focus, Memory, and Cognitive Function. He founded the company along his wellness journey after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis about 10 years ago. Rooted Fox Wellness is grounded in years of working with functional mushrooms and real-world use, our third-party tested products are designed to be effortless, enjoyable, and effective. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Rooted Fox Wellness Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

  8. 9 Sept

    233: INPERSON: RYZE vs MUD\WTR — WORTH THE HYPE?

    Ask Flora Funga Podcast anything OR Leave a Review Are mushroom coffees actually worth the hype—or are we just paying $40+ for fancy dirt water?  In this episode of Flora Funga Podcast, KK and Karleen put two of the biggest names in functional mushroom drinks head-to-head: RYZE Mushroom Coffee and MUD\WTR Matcha.  We taste-test both, compare caffeine and mushroom content, dig into RYZE's six-mushroom blend versus MUD\WTR's chaga, reishi, lion's mane and cordyceps blend, and talk about the surprisingly important differences between whole mushroom powder, mycelium, fruiting bodies and mushroom extracts. We also get into why ingredient sourcing and third-party testing matter, whether you'd be better off adding mushroom extracts to coffee you already love, and even how you can make mushroom teas and dual extracts at home.  After plenty of questionable smells, earthy sips and brutally honest ratings, RYZE lands around a 6/10 while MUD\WTR Matcha takes the win at roughly 8–8.5/10. We also shout out Everyday Dose, Laird Superfood, Christopher Hobbs' mushroom extraction teachings and Schedule 35 along the way. If you've been staring at mushroom coffee in Target wondering whether it's actually worth your money, this one's for you. Things mentioned in this episode: RYZE Mushroom Coffee — RYZE Superfoods  MUD\WTR Matcha — MUD\WTR Matcha Everyday Dose — Everyday Dose Mushroom Coffee  Laird Superfood — the other mushroom/superfood coffee brand discussed — Laird Superfood  Christopher Hobbs — mushroom extraction and dried-tea resources — Christopher Hobbs' Mushroom & Herbal Extraction Handouts Schedule 35 — Schedule 35 "FLORAFUNGA" Drink before drinking. Drink responsibly, for an easier tomorrow I got a new phone number to text in with any questions, comments, or photos! 727-477-5974 Support the show Text (727) 477-5974 Flora Funga Phone with your questions, comments, concerns, and IDs  Flora Funga: Calm & Collected Tincture — Flora Funga Podcast GoFundME If you like the podcast please think of donating to Keep the show happening  $keenie19 on Cash App Follow my other social media sites to interact and engage with me: Email me to be on the podcast or inperson Interview: floraandfungapodcast@gmail.com Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok YouTube Patreon --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Zbiotics: "FLORA10" Drink ZBiotics before drinking alcohol-Alcohol produces acetaldehyde, a byproduct that your next day ...

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Let's get down N nerdy with plants and fungi on Flora Funga Podcast. I'm all about bridging the gap between plants, fungi, and humans. Come listen to the underrated nerdy topics of flora and funga. Everything's connected above and below ground. Feel free to contact me at www.florafungapodcast.com/contact

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  • Creator
    KK the Plant Biologist with a Thirst for Mycology
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    242
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Flora Funga Podcast
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    Flora Funga Podcast

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