The Rooted and The Wild

We test the viral egg yolk coffee (which we’re officially renaming  custard coffee ), explain the numbers on the side of your egg cartons (Julian dates), debate California’s new folic acid tortilla law, talk horse vibration plates, and end with an invasive Mexican fruit fly update. It’s food, farming, and facts; our favorite combo.

In this mini episode of  The Rooted and the Wild , we’re sharing our 2026 bingo card goals: what we’re rooting for, what feels a little wild, and what we’re hoping to cross off by this time next year. From practical plans to big dreams, we’re laying it all out, so you can help hold us accountable. Grab some fun pens and make your own card. Let's see what we do in 2026!

This week on  The Rooted and the Wild , we kick things off with Trader Joe’s  Harry & David  pears—because apparently nothing says holiday luxury like fruit wrapped in gold. We do a taste test to see if they really live up to the hype. Then we dive straight into the wild world of NFR prep and the latest equine herpes scare. We discuss what this means for horses, riders, rodeo teams, and Las Ve...

In this week’s episode, we’re carving into the  real  Thanksgiving mystery: why turkey prices are doing their annual roller-coaster routine, or are they? From there, we wander into cattle country and ask the question everyone’s thinking but no one’s saying, who’s actually calling the shots on beef prices? We also chat about the surprise fashion trend of the season: FFA jackets. Yep, the blue cordu...

This week on  The Rooted and the Wild , we’re wading into cranberry bogs and meeting the spiders that live there, while wishing we could meet the men from the old Ocean Spray commercials. Then, Rosa shares some news that will hopefully make some farmers happy with an update on the soybean market and China’s recent move to buy U.S. crops. Angela found a way that some are getting their supplements a...

In this episode of  The Rooted and the Wild , we crack open the world of pomegranates, literally! Learn the best (and least messy) way to get those jewel-like seeds out, plus a few surprising facts about this ancient fruit. Then we dig into the rising cost of beef and explore what’s really driving those prices. We also shine a light on Apricot Lane Farms, a regenerative farm that’s changing the wa...

In this episode of  The Rooted and The Wild , we’re serving up a sweet mix of farm-fresh stories and foodie curiosities! We start with the cozy comfort of homemade marshmallows (yes, they’re easier than you think), then discuss the Pinkglow Pineapple and what makes this Instagram-famous fruit so unique. Angela gets into BeanTok, aka the world of beans and why they're no longer the protein we t...

In this unscripted and totally off-the-cuff episode of  The Rooted and the Wild , Rosa and Angela catch up on all the wild, weird, and wonderful happenings at the Ventura County Fair. From behind-the-scenes stories to a few fairground rants (with love, of course), it’s a full-on debrief, even before opening day. Then, it’s time for a spontaneous game of  Agriculture Fact or Fiction —where one of u...

This week on  The Rooted and the Wild , we start off discussing Celtic Sea Salt, TikTok trend that’s got everyone putting salt crystals under their tongue like it’s a miracle cure—and yes, we argue whether salt even  counts  as agriculture. Angela talks all about the latest pickle obsessions. From pickle drinks and fruit roll-up pickles, to how a pickle is made... Are pickles the new pumpkin spice...

In this sweet and slightly sassy episode of  The Rooted and The Wild , we're picking strawberries—and picking apart why they make us feel  so many things . Then we dive deep (literally) into the fascinating world of axolotls: those adorable underwater weirdos with mucus that might just help cure breast cancer. We also discuss The Pioneer Woman’s brand-new YouTube show—because of course she&#39...

This week, we’re digging into how a little boysenberry patch blossomed into the theme park juggernaut known as Knott’s Berry Farm, how Gilroy’s beloved Garlic Festival is making a comeback with garlic ice cream, garlic fries, and a whole lot of heart after tragedy, and how one farm family’s whisky dreams turned into a smooth reality with the help of a historic distillery. But it’s not all sweet ha...

In this produce-powered episode, we're peeling back the truth on some of nature’s weirdest uses. Ever wonder what banana peels are  really  good for (besides slapstick comedy)? Spoiler: your face might thank you. We also crunch into the glowing truth about carrots—yes, people are eating their way to a tan. Then we gas up the convo with a hot take on corn fuel—E85 ethanol. Is it the eco-future,...

This week on The Rooted and The Wild, Angela dives into the buzz around bee pollen and the suprising claim that it might boost boob size. Rosa tackles two hot topics: the controversy surrounding Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar and Katy Perry's unexpected ties to the brand, plus the internet whisperings about APEEL. Angela wraps it up with a deeper look at fast fashion and the overwhelming impa...

This week, we journey from the dirt beneath our feet to the predators on the prowl, asking tough questions and uncovering wild truths: 🦶  Grounding/Earthing  – Can simply standing barefoot on soil reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and ease anxiety? Or is this just wellness-world folklore? We dig into the science (and the skepticism) behind the earthing trend. 🪰  The New World Screwworm Fly  –...

Episode 2 of  The Rooted and The Wild  is here — and it’s got more bite than your overpriced protein bar. We’re talking colostrum — yep, that trendy wellness goo everyone’s suddenly obsessed with. Angela tells us if it's a miracle immune booster or just bougie breast milk for adults. Then it’s onto elderberries — magical berry or potential gut bomb? Rosa breaks down the dos, don’ts, and why your D...

Welcome to  The Rooted and The Wild  Podcast! In our very first episode, get to know your hosts, Rosa and Angela, as we dive into a lively mix of agriculture-ish topics you won’t want to miss. We kick things off with a chat about  Love, Meghan  — the new Meghan "don't call me Markle" show — and share our unfiltered thoughts. Angela tackles the hot-button issue of SNAP benefits and the heated debat...