Land Food Life

Is this world’s lack-of-stability vibe affecting your health? In this episode, Kara unpacks how the constant background static of modern life keeps your nervous system stuck on high alert—and why real, lasting health changes happen when you create a container of commitment, a clear timeframe, supportive infrastructure, and accountability. Instead of pushing harder, Kara explains how predictability...

What if the antidote to burnout lives in the space between a greeting, a shared meal, and making eye contact when you walk into a room?  After six months in Xalapa, Veracruz, I came back with a clearer picture of how daily rituals of rest, presence, and kindness work like medicine. I share what Mexico taught me about societal nourishment: why the mañana mindset protects what matters, how simple co...

Your health journey begins in the soil. This fascinating conversation between nutritionist Kara Kroger and Amy Milliron of Fearless Farmers reveals the profound connections between environmental and human health that most of us don't fully understand how to integrate into our shopping and eating habits. Driven by the loss of her father to cancer related to Agent Orange exposure, Kara has dedi...

Dive into the hidden legacy of Black American farming with author Natalie Baszile as she unpacks the complex relationship between African Americans and the land that has shaped our nation. This eye-opening conversation takes us through her journey creating "Queen Sugar" – the acclaimed novel adapted by Ava DuVernay and Oprah Winfrey – and her anthology "We Are Each Other's Harv...

Join us for a compelling conversation with Florence Reed, the visionary founder of Sustainable Harvest International, as we tackle the urgent global challenges of deforestation and agricultural sustainability. Discover the transformative power of climate-smart subsistence farming practices in Central America and the significant role tropical forests play in our climate's health. Florence shar...

Did you know birds navigate more habitats than almost any other species and are key indicators of planetary and human health? Join us on the Land Food Life podcast with Michael McGraw, an ecology and wildlife biologist, as he shares his journey from herpetology and ornithology to regenerative agriculture. Michael discusses conducting wildlife surveys and how grazing practices affect bird populatio...

Explore the nexus of agriculture and human nutrition as we learn about cutting-edge research focused on understanding how agricultural growing practices and biodiversity shape the nutrient density of the food on our plates and our well-being. In this episode, nutrition researcher Dr. Stefan Van Vliet from Utah State University enlightens us about his collaborations with farmers, ecologists, and ag...

Join me, Kara Kroeger, and one of my favorite chefs and mentors, Jesse Griffiths, as we embark on a fascinating exploration of Central Texas' vibrant wild and domesticated meat scene with a man who knows it like no other. Our rich dialogue interweaves Jesse's commitment to utilizing and supporting his local food system at a level few other chefs achieve, with stories from Dai Due Butcher...

Embark on a journey exploring regenerative farmscapes with myself, Kara Kroger, and the insightful Peter Brezny of Psycho Chicken Eco Farm. Together, we traverse the evolution from conventional to regenerative agriculture, uncovering the power of holistic farming practices. We promise a journey of enlightenment; from the role of energy efficiency and biological fertility to the perils of chemical...

Can you imagine sitting down to chat with a plant, asking it to share its innate wisdom with you, and then taking the nourishing messages of its flavors into your body as food and medicine? Well, guess what, whether you know it or not we all do this to some degree everyday. Tune in for an enriching conversation with  renowned Range Scientist, Dr. Fred Provenza and myself, your Land Food Life Podca...

What if disruption wasn't something to be feared, but rather embraced as a catalyst for growth and change? Join us for an unforgettable conversation with the steadfast Kelsey Scott, a woman who's redefining what disruptions means in her life to evolve as a human being. As a Lakota tribeswoman raised on The DX Ranch on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation in South Dakota, Kelsey's un...

Is it hard to believe that you can be exposed to  approximately 500 chemicals before ever leaving your home for the day ? This shocking fact is a stark reality that Kara Kroeger delves into in this episode of the Land Food Life Podcast. Join her as she embarks on a journey of understanding the importance of shielding our bodies from these everyday toxins and toxicants, and how we can actively pave...

Have you ever wondered how infrared sauna and cold exposure therapy work to improve your mood, heal injuries and deeply detoxify your body? Join us as we sit down with Heather O'Neill, a seasoned expert in fitness, injury recovery, and therapies for detoxification and optimal health. Heather shares her personal journey of helping her son overcome severe autism through nutritional therapies an...

Get ready for an enlightening journey with the globally acclaimed herbalist, napropathic doctor, and prolific author, Rosita Arvigo. Prepare to be entranced by her rich experiences and profound wisdom as we navigate the power of Mayan rainforest remedies and the ancient practice of abdominal massage that has proven to be a game changer in restoring hormonal and digestive balance and emotional heal...

Are you aware of the fascinating link between soil health and your gut health? Today on the Land Food Life podcast, join me, Kara Kroger, as we take a deep look at how our agricultural practices are wreaking havoc on our soils and, indirectly, our gut health. However, don't lose heart; this episode isn't all about doom and gloom. Together, we'll explore six transformative principles...