Where Hope Grows

What happened to Force of Nature's original chicken program—and why did we take it off the shelves? In this episode of Where Hope Grows, Taylor, Robby, and Katie break down the bold decision to pause our poultry program and the cross-country journey that followed. The result? A re-invented, radically improved, and welfare-focused solution we call A Better Bird. You'll hear what makes our new chick...

Tre' Cates is a seasoned entrepreneur and regenerative thought-leader hailing from the mighty state of Colorado. As Co-founder of nRhythm , Tre' has designed an organization focused on operating, nurturing, and resourcing other organizations, ecosystems, and communities of all kinds. Based in the framework of holistic living systems-based thinking, Tre' focuses on improving organizational outcomes...

Birds are undisputable ecological indicators of overall land health and their presence helps us make a more comprehensive and better understanding of our environment. Join along as we dive into the complex and beautiful ways in which birds communicate and learn how we can train our ear to identify the most common bird species in North America. Through a fun and playful crash course on using simple...

On this week's episode we are graced with a visit from our friend Chris Jones, a project manager and visionary at Symbiosis; a premier regenerative agriculture consulting firm that has positively impacted thousands of acres of previously degraded earth. Join us as we hear about Chris' inspirational journey in forming a deeper relationship with Mother Nature. His persistent inquiry into the nature...

Are you a sower of hope, light, and abundance? If so, this episode is sure to fill your bucket. On this week's podcast we have the privilege of downloading profound and infinite wisdom indigenous wisdom from a teacher named Reginaldo. Originally a native Guatemalan, Regi spent the early years of his life implementing indigenous wisdom on his family's small subsistence farm located in a mountainous...

Have you ever noticed that the manifestations of mineral deficiencies on landscapes mirror the signs and symptoms of deficiencies on the human body? Have you heard that as minerals are becoming less bioavailable in living soil, we are inheriting a food product that transfers less of these life affirming nutrients to our body? On today's episode of Where Hope Grows we talk about the interconnectedn...

From the mainstage of our second annual "What Good Shall I Do" conference , Judy Schwartz guides us through a decade of global travel as she seeks to understand how the intricate relationship between humans and animals have the capacity to create unbounded positive change. From the high desert of Chihuahua Mexico to the frozen tundra of Norway, Judy threads a needle through the fabric of nature th...

Our first solo cast delves into the subtle energy of paramagnetism and its profound impacts on ecosystem health. Told through the lens of ancient wisdom, this episode explores the emerging understanding of how we can design closed loop agricultural systems that resonate with both the Schumann resonance and other cosmic energies to create abundance. Interwoven with practical applications and first...

In this episode of Where Hope Grows we speak with Chris Kerston, Co-Ceo of Land to Market and regenerative trailblazer. Through his work at the Savory Institute , Chris found himself in a unique position between regenerative land stewards and consumer brands looking to source higher attribute products. Through years of creation, Chris launched the world's first and only verified regenerative progr...

In this episode of Where Hope Grows I am joined by the brilliant and compassionate souls behind the creation of Force of Nature. For the first time ever, we sit together and share the founding story of our brand as well as our greatest hopes for the regenerative evolution. This episode chronicles the amazing journey of grinding hard in the startup world and eventually gaining traction and acceptan...

In this week's episode of Where Hope Grows we speak with Andie Marsh, a soil health practitioner and science communicator on best practices to implement regenerative principles in an urban context. Through the art of observation, Andie provides wisdom and a framework for transforming your garden, yard, or porch into a nature sanctuary.  Guest: Andie Marsh, Rhizos This podcast is made possible by t...

In this episode of Where Hope Grows we speak with Aras Baskauskas who, alongside his wife, founded Christy Dawn , the first modern day regenerative clothing company. Aras perceives his brand as a trojan horse that has the ability to shift consumer consciousness in a way that celebrates the life affirming forces of regeneration. This episode chronicles the amazing journey of Christy Dawn and the ev...

In this episode of Where Hope Grows we livestream the unchained mind of Joel Salatin as he brilliantly calls upon you to join the homesteading tsunami that is sweeping across America. While some refer to this exodus from cities and Mother Culture as "opting out", Joel explains how homesteading is a movement of more intentional living that allows you to fully "opt in" to a satisfying and more meani...

In this episode of Where Hope Grows we challenge the paradigm of how future food production can feed a growing global population while simultaneously caring for our precious natural resources. Contrary to mainstream media and globalist technocrats, our future depends NOT on consuming less meat, but contrary to popular opinion, MORE meat raised on regenerating land. Join us for the global regenerat...

In this episode of Where Hope Grows we explore the esoteric and occult realms of Biodynamic Agriculture in a way that leads to a greater comprehension of how energy flows throughout the cosmos. By recognizing the patterns of growth and expansion as well as the flow of movement transitioning inwards and downwards, we have an invitation to align ourselves with not only the rhythms of our land, but a...

On this week's episode of Where Hope Grows we take you to the mainstage of our first annual regenerative agriculture conference ( What Good Shall I Do Today Event ) where our keynote speaker, Dr. Zach Bush lights up the room! Through Zach's profound wisdom we connect to ourselves, our nature, and the indivisible beauty that is both. Enjoy an awe inspiring look into how Mother Nature iterates and h...

On this week's Where Hope Grows we return to another episode within our recurring series that we lovingly refer to as "Ranch Stories". Consistent with all these episodes, Katie and I reflect on seemingly "larger than life stories" that have shaped our perspective on ranching and farming. In today's episode we honor and celebrate the many "mistakes" that ranchers/farmers make and explore the blessi...

On this week's episode of Where Hope Grows we touch base with one of our all time favorite guests (and absolute legend in the soil health world), Will Harris of White Oak Pastures. While the story of Will Harris and his legendary journey is known by all in the regenerative agriculture community, we take the time to dive deeper into the psyche of one of the most influential farmers in the world! In...

On this incredible episode of Where Hope Grows, we continue to navigate the complex and often taboo conversations around the ethics of harvesting animals for human nourishment. In this beautiful conversation we explore the profound appreciation for life that comes to us from participating in the procurement of meat as well as ways to better set intentions that honor the cycles of life that are ine...

On this incredible episode of Where Hope Grows, we continue to navigate the complex and often taboo conversations around the ethics of harvesting animals for human nourishment. In this beautiful conversation we explore the profound appreciation for life that comes to us from participating in the procurement of meat as well as ways to better set intentions that honor the cycles of life that are ine...

From the main stage of the 2023 What Good Shall I Do conference, this legendary fireside chat explores how our food system became broken and what can be done to rebuild it to a more resilient and nourishing level than ever imagined. Featuring some of the brightest and boldest leaders in the health and nutrition space, this conversation will leave you feeling satiated with hope and a longing to ret...

On this week's iteration of Where Hope Grows, we find ourselves exploring how we arrived at a place of outsourcing our participation in the basic needs for survival with the promise of freedom. But in the recent wakes of COVID, war in Ukraine, and domestic turmoil we see that those who have opted out of participation are the ones most enslaved by the very system that promised liberty. In a lived e...

On our 1 year anniversary episode of Where Hope Grows, we give some of our loyal listeners an opportunity to field questions to both Katie and Taylor. From topics that range from land, livestock, and liberty, we discuss the honest truth that reigns from our own unique perspective as bison ranchers as well as Co-founders of Force of Nature. Enjoy this unscripted and raw view of the world through an...

On this week's episode of Where Hope Grows, we are treated to the divine journey of a little bluestem seed. As this seed travels through deep time and space, it quickly learns that nothing in nature happens in isolation. Explore the transformation of matter as our seed changes form, habitat, and purpose. Anchored by a world full of relationships, this tale serves as deeper wisdom which embraces th...