Year of Plenty: Traditional Foodways

This episode features a conversation I had with friend and fellow foodie Simon Ewald during my trip to Germany over the Christmas holidays. Simon has been farming for over a decade. He currently works at a biodynamic farm where he has recently taken on the challenge of raising nearly 3000 chickens. Overview: The biodynamic philosophy The ideal chicken pasture Things you should know about eggs Supp...

This episode features a conversation I had in Germany with fellow foodies Maurizio Bloetscher and Max Kuehnhoefer. Overview: Making a whole Christmas goose for the first time The shady business of FAKE food Beekeeping Biodynamic farming Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Do you follow the podcast on social media yet? IG: https://www.instagram.com/poldiwieland/ X:...

In this episode, I talk with my friend and fellow foodie Jesse Graves about Conscious Eating and what it means to us. We also share some practical cooking tips. Overview: Our definitions of conscious eating What motivated Jesse to think more deeply about this concept How the meaning of conscious eating can change for people living in different places Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.pa...

In this episode, I talk to Daniel Vitalis. He’s a Registered Maine Guide, writer, public speaker, interviewer, and lifestyle pioneer who’s especially interested in helping people reconnect with wildness. Most recently, he was the host of the famous ReWild Yourself Podcast. His new project, Wild Fed, is a video show, podcast and lifestyle brand focused on inspiring people to participate in conserva...

This Foodies' Roundtable discussion is all about our favorite holiday, THANKSGIVING, and one of the traditional food acquisition practices that surround it. Why do we love this holiday so much? Well, it is all about the food of course! Guests: Michael Doering and Pius Haenle Overview: Thanksgiving foods we made and ate Thanksgiving history Deer hunting season in Wisconsin Support the podcast...

In this solo episode I explore Rosemary, one of my all-time favorite kitchen herbs. Rosemary has been used throughout history in cooking and has had many other cultural uses. I especially love the distinct flavor it adds to food. So if you ever wanted to learn about this herb, then this episode is for you! Some topics discussed: Rosemary history, folklore and cultural uses How to prepare it in the...

In this episode, I talk to regenerative urban farmer Steven Cornett based in San Diego, CA. Steven runs a successful market garden where he grows tons of vegetables, fruits, and microgreens in neighborhoods! He also incorporates animals like chickens, pollinators and thousands of red worms into his gardens. Everything Steven does is focused on building gardens that work in unison with nature. His...

Did you know that Halloween might have its roots in an ancient Celtic festival? This episode covers the historical connection between Halloween and food. I also share my thoughts on trick or treating and candy, as well as my favorite foods of the fall season. Soul Cake Recipe: https://fussfreeflavours.com/soul-cake-recipe/ Pumpkin Pie Recipe: https://theyearofplenty.com/cooking/recipe-low-carb-pum...

This episode is all about Hen of the Woods mushroom (aka Maitake). There are tons of wild mushrooms popping up in the fall. If you are into foraging or just starting out, Hen of the Woods is one of those choice edible mushrooms you absolutely have to add to your list of wild foods! Overview: How to identify and find it How to cook it How to clean and preserve it Possible medicinal properties Suppo...

In this episode I talk about the number one reason why you should be reading ingredient lists before buying foods! There are thousands of food additives that have found their way into our food supply without pre-market approval. Listen to this episode to find out how a loophole is making it easy for food manufacturers to introduce new food additives without much regulatory resistance. Support the...

This episode is a conversation with guests Evan Lampsa and Reed Kastner-Lang who are the founders of Ketchup Please. Ketchup Please is an organic food start-up that aims to improve public health by changing the quality of ketchup and other condiments on the market through better ingredients. If you are looking for a healthy alternative to many other ketchup brands out there definitely listen to th...

Today's episode is a conversation I recorded in Germany with Max Kühnhöfer. Max is a biodynamic farmer, hunter, and fisherman. Overview: Hunting in Germany Max's three-year farming apprenticeship The meaning of biodynamic farming Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Subscribe to the Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideo Do you follow...

This episode is another Foodies' Roundtable with my friends Caleb Sindic and Michael Doering. All of us believe that the wild provides quality food. Moreover, we love to cook with fire! Overview: Hunting, fishing, and foraging throughout 2019 Cooking with fire in the outdoor kitchen New foods we discovered Food-related stories from the internet Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.pat...

In this episode, I have a conversation with Sydney Burnett about organic farming. Sydney has worked on several organic vegetable and dairy farms over the last couple of years. Her passion is to help bring real food and drink to us consumers. Overview: How she got started in organic farming What life and the community on an organic farm is like Her favorite vegetables to eat and cook Working at a g...

This episode is about harvesting asparagus in the wild! Asparagus doesn't just grow in gardens. It can also be found in certain spots in nature. I encourage you to check out this episode if you love eating asparagus. It is easy to find outside and can yield a lot of harvest during the season. Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Subscribe to the Youtube Channe...

Today's episode is another solosode. Just me, no guests or fellow foodies. Bone broth is a food that can be found in many cultures and cuisines around the world. Over the last couple of years, it has made a comeback and many health experts are now advocating for it. Overview: The culinary difference between bone broth, regular broth, and stock The potential health benefits of bone broth Some...

In this Foodies' Roundtable episode we discuss fermented foods and beverages. Overview: What is food/beverage fermentation? Potential benefits of consuming fermented foods and beverages Fermentation projects we have done so far Homemade fermented food vs store-bought Kiviak, one of Greenland's fermented delicacies Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Subs...

In this particular episode I have a conversation with my friends Michael Doering and Caleb Sindic. All three of us share a deep interest in health foods, nutrition and cooking. So some of the topics we discuss are: Safe cookware vs. toxic cookware Fermented shark Could eating fat have lead to larger hominin brains? Eating organ meats and buying local Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.pa...

Today's episode is a conversation I had with my friend Drew (IG: @drew_klabon) on stream trout fishing. If you have listened to the podcast before you know that food acquisition is something I love talking about. Knowing exactly where my food comes from makes me appreciate it that much more...and what better way to know than to get it yourself from nature! Support the podcast on Patreon : htt...

This Foodies' Roundtable episode features a conversation between Michael Doering, Pius Haenle, and your podcast host Poldi Wieland. Overview: 3D Printed Meat Trout Fishing In Virginia Eating Animals Nose To Tail Why We Love Eggs New Foods and Recipes Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Subscribe to the Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvid...

This episode is focused on vegetable gardening! Have you ever thought about growing some of your own food? Well then this episode is for you. A great way to get a headstart on the gardening season is to start your seeds indoors! Check out the episode to learn the basics and some best practices that I have figured out for myself. Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty...

This episode is all about Extra Virgin Olive Oil and is intended to help you find a quality oil. Overview: Olive and Olive Oil History Olive Oil and Health Standards for Extra Virgin Choosing a Quality Oil Proper Storage Conditions Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Subscribe to the Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideo Do you follow the pod...

This episode features our very first roundtable discussion. The Foodies' Roundtable is going to be a casual get-together of people who share a passion for real food & drink. You can expect to hear food related news, stories, recipes, cooking tips and more. Overview: 5 Foods the Internet was most obsessed with in 2018 FDA updates dietary cholesterol guidelines Cast Iron Cooking Foods and r...

This episode is all about pesticide residues on produce. Overview: Major categories of pesticides Pesticide residues on produce and how they are managed Pesticides and Health Ways to minimize pesticide residue exposure from produce Support the podcast on Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/yearofplenty Subscribe to the Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@yearofplentyvideo Do you follow the pod...

Personally, knowing exactly where my food comes from is something I place a lot of value on. This is one of the reasons why I hunt, fish and forage for wild foods. This fall I have really been trying to learn about duck hunting, so I decided to have my friend Drew Klabon on the podcast to share some of his duck hunting experience and stories. Drew has been hunting ducks since he was a young boy an...