Year of Plenty Podcast

Poldi Wieland
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Year of Plenty Podcast

Helping you become more resilient through food. We are more disconnected from our food and drink than ever before! Generational cooking skills and food traditions are slowly withering away, and many of us have no idea where our food is coming from. We explore topics such as food resilience, nutrition, hunting, foraging, homesteading, regenerative farming, and more. Gather around our table and learn how to take control of your food supply chain and fuel yourself with nutrient-dense food.

  1. 2D AGO

    Escaping the Chronic Disease Trap with Ancestral Eating: Gut Health, Metabolic Healing & Heavy Metal Detox

    In this episode, we dive into functional nutrition, gut health, metabolic resilience, and heavy metal detoxing with returning guest and functional nutritionist Natalie Erle. Natalie combines ancestral wisdom with modern science to help people reclaim their health, and today, she’s breaking down the connections between metabolic dysfunction, gut health, chronic fatigue, brain fog, and even the rising epidemic of Alzheimer’s—all linking back to food. So stay tuned for powerful insights that can...

    1h 43m

  2. FEB 17

    Permaculture Expert Reveals Pro Tips for Seed Starting Success

    Want to grow healthier, stronger seedlings? In this episode, permaculture expert Kareen Erbe reveals her best seed-starting secrets, covering everything from ideal grow lights and humidity levels to common mistakes to avoid. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned gardener, these tips will help you grow resilient plants from the start. What you’ll learn in this episode: The best seed-starting setup for strong seedlingsThe critical role of light, heat & humidity in germinationTop mistakes...

    1h 21m

  3. JAN 28

    Secrets to Farming with Limited Acres [Rose Veal, Soy-Free Chickens, Silvopasture]

    This Year of Plenty Podcast episode is a conversation with Mathew, the visionary behind Little Way Farm and Homestead, a family-owned and operated farm and homestead training center. Over the past few years, Mathew has transformed his farm into a thriving direct-to-consumer business—an inspiring story filled with innovative farming practices. We explore topics like silvopasture systems, raising soy-free chickens, and how Mathew is defying industry norms by raising cattle (rose veal) in a way ...

    1h 45m

  4. JAN 10

    BRING BACK VICTORY GARDENS!

    We've been doing research into the history of Victory Gardens and were blown away by some of the facts we uncovered…so Poldi decided to sit down and record a rant about this amazing gardening movement of the early 1900s and give his reasons for why we should bring it. Use code “yearofplenty” (all lower case) for 15% OFF at www.mtblock.com MY ULTIMATE FORAGING GEAR LIST - Check it out Leave a review on Apple or Spotify and send a screenshot to theyearofplenty@gmail.com to receive a FREE EBOO...

    40 min

  5. 12/22/2024

    5 Plants To Forage For In Winter

    This episode is a Youtube livestream recording where we cover 5 wild edible plants to forage for in winter here in North America. Come join us and learn about these amazing edible plants so that you can start foraging for them yourself. No need to be one of those foragers that hibernates in the winter! What plants do we cover in this episode? Foraging for wild rose (how to harvest rose hips in winter)Foraging for pine barkForaging for watercress in winterForaging for the common hackberry in ...

    1h 36m

  6. 12/06/2024

    Foodies' Roundtable: Mountain Morels, Aging Elk Meat & Foraging Season Recap

    In this episode of the Year of Plenty Podcast, Chef Will Morton and Spencer Freehling join Poldi Wieland for a Foodies Roundtable that’s all about celebrating the outdoors through food. Chef Will is a professional chef with a specialty in wild game and fermentation, while Spencer is a professional photographer and videographer in the hunting and fishing industry. Both are passionate foragers, outdoorsmen, and food enthusiasts. Together, they share their experiences and expertise from the past...

    2h 1m

  7. 11/19/2024

    Wild Apple Foraging Masterclass: Crabapples, Feral Apples, and Their Uses

    In this episode, we explore the world of wild apple foraging, with a focus on crabapples and feral apples found across the U.S. This masterclass is packed with practical tips for identifying, harvesting, and using wild apples. We dive into their fascinating history, genetic diversity, and how to make the most of these unique fruits in your kitchen. Episode Overview: The history of wild apples and why there is so much genetic diversityKey differences between feral apples and crabapplesHow to ...

    1h 38m

  8. 11/01/2024

    Traditional Animal Fat For Cooking: Tallow and Lard Explained

    In this episode, we explore the tradition of rendering animal fats, focusing on tallow and lard and their unique uses in cooking and beyond. We discuss the role of animal fats in human history, why they fell out of favor, and their modern revival. Plus, Lindey shares her experience with homemade tallow soap, highlighting its skin benefits. Episode Overview: The differences between tallow and lard, including texture, cooking applications, and smoke pointsA brief history of animal fats in the ...

    1h 18m
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Helping you become more resilient through food. We are more disconnected from our food and drink than ever before! Generational cooking skills and food traditions are slowly withering away, and many of us have no idea where our food is coming from. We explore topics such as food resilience, nutrition, hunting, foraging, homesteading, regenerative farming, and more. Gather around our table and learn how to take control of your food supply chain and fuel yourself with nutrient-dense food.

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  • Creator
    Poldi Wieland
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    141
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Year of Plenty Podcast
  • Show Website
    Year of Plenty Podcast

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