The Regenaissance Podcast

I sat down with cattle rancher Shad Sullivan to unpack the Maud family case—an explosive story of generational ranchers wrongly charged with land theft. Shad walks me through the full timeline, the grassroots fight to overturn it, and the deeper threat facing landowners, food freedom, and liberty across the West.Key Topics:The full story of the Maud family’s legal battle and how it was overturnedHow unelected bureaucrats and federal agencies threaten private property rightsWhy land access and ranching are central to food and national securityThe spiritual and cultural war at the heart of America’s agricultural crisisWhat it takes to revive ranching, build legacy, and defend liberty on the landXFacebook

A healthy nation is dependent upon healthy soil. This is what Eric and his family believe, a legacy that lives through Eric's work at Deep Roots Living Soil. From horse bedding to worm castings, Eric explains how thermophilic composting revives microbial life and how soil can be a tool for healing, sovereignty, and regeneration.Key Topics:How Eric returned home to carry on his father’s composting legacyWhy thermophilic composting creates biologically rich, living soilThe role of worm castings in boosting microbial life and plant healthHow horse stables became a source of regenerative soil inputsReimagining compost and landscaping as tools for healing land and communityInstagramXWebsite

Casey is a fifth-generation rancher in Northern Arizona whose family has worked the same land for over 120 years. In this conversation, he explains how large-scale solar projects are threatening local ranchers and reshaping the landscape. He shares stories from his family’s history, the role of trading posts with the Navajo and Hopi, and what it takes to keep ranching alive in tough country.Key Topics:The threat of industrial solar on public and private landsRanching in extreme conditions: drought, range management, and cultureArizona's lost homesteads and surviving family legaciesTrading post history and Navajo relationsA call to keep ranching alive across generationsCasey Murph X

JR Burdick tells the story of how his family lost their dairy farm during the 1980s farm crisis—and how they eventually got back on the land. He shares what it was like growing up in the barn, watching his dad rebuild from nothing, and later taking over the operation himself. This episode dives into the realities of co-ops, milk pricing, and the shift from conventional to regenerative dairy.Key Topics:How the 1980s farm crisis wiped out thousands of dairiesThe rise and fall of dairy co-ops in AmericaFirst-hand stories from three generations of family farmingIndustrial agriculture vs. integrity in milk productionRebuilding through faith, grit, and regenerative valuesNourishing Family Farms WebsiteNourishing Family Farms FacebookJr Burdick's X

Agronomist Joe Ailts dives deep into the secrets of soil biology and regenerative practices that could revolutionize crop production, reduce chemical inputs, and restore land health.Key topics discussed:The hidden power of soil microbes and their potential to transform agriculture.Practical regenerative practices for transitioning conventional farmers.Cover cropping strategies and their real-world impacts on yield and soil health.The complex debate around herbicide usage, glyphosate, and the future of weed management.Using soil testing and biological treatments to maximize plant productivity naturally.Ailts Agronomy XAilts Agronomy Website Ailts Agronomy Facebook

In this episode, I sit down with regenerative farmer Jason Mauck to explore how nature—not tech—is the true path to solving modern crises, reclaiming food, land, and life through design, experimentation, and reconnection.Key topics discussed:Why returning to nature is the only viable answer to modern systemic breakdownsHow intercropping, alley cropping, and relay cropping redefine agricultural efficiencyThe economic and infrastructural roadblocks to decentralizing meat and food systemsHow parenting, entrepreneurship, and food sovereignty intersect on a modern farmPractical pathways for reconnecting to nature—starting with a houseplantJason Mauck X

Katie’s ostrich farm in British Columbia fights federal agencies seeking to cull 400 healthy ostriches in an effort to shut down groundbreaking research into natural antibodies and sustainable agriculture.Key topics discussed:- Ostrich antibodies for human health and disease prevention- Partnership with Japan’s Dr. Sakamoto and global patents- COVID-era suppression of immune-based research- Government culling orders and legal pushback- Threats to natural immunity, food sovereignty, and farm independenceSave Our Ostriches:WebsiteDonateInstagramX RumbleUpdates + Additional Info

Trent Loos, a sixth-generation rancher, explores critical challenges and opportunities in agriculture today.Key topics discussed:Corporate influence and data privacy in farmingControversial USDA poultry practicesExperiences from ranching and veteran advocacyNavigating equipment challenges, particularly John DeereBuilding resilient, community-based food systemsTrent's WebsiteTrent's XTrent's Podcast

Jeff Murphy, a fifth-generation Kansas farmer, shares his shift from industrial ag engineer to regenerative practitioner. From feedlot lagoons to heritage grains, he unpacks the true cost of “efficiency” and why rebuilding local, chemical-free food systems is the future. A raw, personal look at legacy, land, and doing things differently.Murphy Generation Farms Website Murphy Generation Farms Instagram

Today I talk with Jesse Konig about building a better fast food system—one without shortcuts, seed oils, or mystery meat. From pandemic pivots to CPG disruption, we try and explore what it really takes to bring integrity to fries and burgers.Jesse & Ben's websiteJesse's InstagramJesse's X

Jack Zwart, known as Rust Belt Kid, is a regenerative farmer with deep roots in the industrial heartland. We talked about his journey returning to farming, the intersection of manufacturing and agriculture, and his passion for regenerative practices. It was inspiring to discuss how personal and regional histories shape our relationship with farming and the land.Rust Belt Kid on X

Greg Gunther is a farmer and processor who has navigated immense challenges and successes in agriculture. We talked about his journey through the hog market crash of the 90s, building a USDA-inspected processing plant on his farm, and the importance of small-scale processing and direct-to-consumer marketing. To speak with someone deeply experienced in farming and committed to inspiring future generations in agriculture was fascinating and insightful. Gunthorp Farms WebsiteGunthorp Farm's Instagram

I genuinely have loved every single episode that I have recorded thus far. That being said, this has been my favorite for a multitude of reasons, including:- What orthomolecular farming is and why they chose this type of farming- How their soy-free eggs allowed a 3 year old to consume eggs without going into septic shock like he normally would- Beauty of raw milk- Faith and farming- Growing up on a farm and first butchering experience- The need for a decentralized food system- Much more in this 90 minute episode!Helios TwitterHelio Website

Sam from Sweetwater Farm & Ranch Co returns for another episode where we talk about California Proposition 12, raising pigs in CAFOs (concentrated animal fedding operation) vs pasture raised, trying to sell to local restaurants, and what the future of raising pigs could look like in America where the industry is very centralized. Sweetwater WebsiteSweetwater IG

Hannah Gongola is a first-generation farmer and cheesemaker. We talked about what made her want to take the path she has taken, including some interesting stories of how her agricultural experiences have impacted her life. This was a fun one speaking with someone from the younger generations, especially given the average age of a farmer is nearly 60 years old.Hannah's IG

Kenan alongside his brother, started Acorn Bluff Farms, where they raised an interesting and hairy breed of pig, Mangalica. We covered what this breed of pig is and why those chose it, the massive problems we face in the pig industry, and how they fit well into the farming ecosystem.Acorn Bluff Farms WebsiteAcorn Bluff Farms IGAcorn Bluff Farms Twitter

Mark McAfee of Raw Farm returns to the podcast to talk on what exactly happened that forced him to quarantine the farm and stop production for 6 weeks. We then what makes raw milk such liquid gold.First episode with MarkRaw Farm WebsiteRaw Farm IG

Judith McGeary is an attorney, activist, sustainable farmer, and executive director of Farm & Ranch Freedom Alliance. This episode covered policy and law around agriculture. Farm & Ranch Freedom Alliance Website

Matthew is a first-generation farmer and homesteader and had the pleasure of talking about his journey and wanting to help others start their own farm/ranch/homestead. This is a great conversation for folks who have a desire to start producing their own food, no matter the size.Matthew's Twitter Which You Should FollowMatthew's Website

Had a great conversation with Natalie Kovarik, who grew up on a cattle ranch before deciding to pursue pharmacy where she experienced city life. She then moved to Nebraska with her husband, a rancher, and now works together at Kovarik Cattle Co and raising their family. In this episode we talked about:- Growing up on a ranch and moving to the city - Being a pharmacist before moving back to the country to start a ranch- Raising a family on a ranch and what that looks like for her children- What you may miss by living in a city your whole lifeNatalie Kovarik's IGNatalie Kovarik's WebsiteDiscover Ag IGKovarik Cattle Co IG

In this episode we talk all things financing in the world of agriculture with Brandon Welch from Mad Capital. Mad Capital is "The most flexible, transparent, and customized financing built exclusively for organic, regenerative, and transitioning farmers."Mad Capital Website

Rich Bradbury grew up on a regenerative farm before the term came to be. His parents were ahead of the curve and passed down their wealth of knowledge to Rich. Rich is not just a regenerative rancher but also a ranch broker and the president of Adel Water Improvement District. We talked on:- Having regenerative parents- What led him to starting Carn Grassfed Cattle- Living in Russia managing 4,000 head of cattle- Finding land to lease/buy

This is one of two episodes I have done so far with folks that were raised in the factory farming model, woke up to the reality of the industry, and made the change to regenerative. We talk about:- Whole world of factory farming and dealing with the biggest companies like Tyson- Learning about the destructive nature of it all- Switching to regenerative and thinking about food as medicine

Sam Moffet is a first-generation farmer. We talk about his story and what led to his big decision to leave the city and start a farm. Sam has quickly etched himself in the Austin community, working with another local farm to provide their products in two farm stores in the heart of Austin. What makes a nutrient-dense egg? Does color matter? Is farming worth the risk? Cover all of that in this episode.

Alexandre Family Farms has become a well-known dairy in America, providing A2/A2 Vat Pasteurized dairy in grocery stores nationwide.We talk about: - All things dairy- Raw v pasteurized- Family history behind the farm, - Why their milk tastes so dang good- Why plastic?- Making America Healthy AgainAlexandre Family Farms IGAlexandre Family Farms Website

I sat down in person with Justin Pettit of Santa Carota Beef, which has a wild back story including grandfather moving out west in the early 1900's, sleeping in a tent and starting his farm, dealing with Mexican cartels, leading up to the present day and much much more to the story.Santa Carota finish their cattle on....carrots. You read that right, carrots! They are next to some of the largest carrot producers in the world, upcycling the waste to feed Santa Carota Beef. We talk about how that works, the health of the animals and beef, the regenerative agriculture movement, and making America healthy again!Santa Carota WebsiteSanta Carota IG

Continuing the conversation with Justin Pettit from Santa Carota Beef, also sat down with Wesley from Frozen Logistics, which aims to provide a digital farmer's market through DeliveredCold. We talked about how farmers and ranchers can work together with Welsey as a way to provide your goods direct to consumer. Frozen Logistics/Delivered Cold is an incredible opportunity for a consumer to go online to their digital farmer's market, getting produce, meats, prepackaged foods, breads and baked goods, BBQ and cooked meats delivered straight to your door. It gives you a way to see full transparency, avoiding buying beef from the grocery store without a clue where it's from. Santa Carota WebsiteSanta Carota IGFrozen LogisticsDelivered Cold

Siete was all over the news recently when they sold their company to Pepsi Co for $1,200,000,000. This episode is about all things food manufacturing as it is a very messy industry, especially in America. Ingredients that are allowed in America but not anyone else, what do companies do to cut corners and increase their profit margins, and how can we trust a brand after selling? Cover all of that in this episode.

This conversation was all about supporting regenerative agriculture locally. How can we support our local farmers and ranchers while also providing a meal delivery service that does just that plus the meals actually taste amazing? That's SeasonsATX.Founders Jason & Jeremiah wanted to provide a meal delivery service that sources ingredients locally from regenerative farms and ranches. We dive into how they started the business and how we can better support the regenerative agriculture movement moving forward."Regenerative, Artisanal, Local FoodWe source our ingredients from local Texas farmers and ranchers who tend to their land and livestock using traditional techniques that support the environment, rather than degrade it. Once their harvest is in our hands, we strive to tend to it with as much care as they do. We make all of our dishes from scratch using nutrient-rich ingredients like fresh herbs, in-house rendered fats, sea salt, and slow cook bone broths. We choose to cook with filtered water and no seed oils."SeasonsATX SeasonsATX IG

Had the pleasure of sitting down in person with Kevin Silverman where we got to talk about all things carbon, utilizing modern technologies to enhance agriculture, regenerative agriculture principles, and hope for the future in agriculture.Kateri carbon - "We’re producers & stewards implementing scientifically-backed grazing techniques that enhance soil health & carbon storage." Kateri website

America's total beef heard is now the lowest its been since 1949. AJ Richards came back on the show to talk about how that has happened and everything he is doing with From the Farm, which just recently launched with the aim of connecting producers and consumers in a digital farmer's market. From the Farm From the Farm IGAJ Richards IG

I sat down with Ecologist and Author, Mark Easter to discuss his new book, The Blue Plate. "Ecologist Mark Easter offers a detailed picture of the impact the foods you love have on the earth. Organized by the ingredients of a typical dinner party, including seafood, salad, bread, chicken, steak, potatoes, and fruit pie with ice cream, each chapter examines the food through the lens of the climate crisis. Gathered like guests around the table, here are the stories of these foods: the soil that grew the lettuce, the farmers and ranchers and orchardists who steward the land, the dairy and farm workers and grocers who labor to bring it to the table. Each chapter reveals the causes and effects of greenhouse gas emissions, as well as the social and environmental impact of out-of-season and ar-from-home demand." Amazon The Blue Plate

Dan Kittredge is the founder of The Bionutrient Institute, an incredible organization studying soil health and nutrient density. He also grew up on a farm and has been involved in agriculture for most of his life. This was a great conversation talking about his journey leading up to starting The Bionutrient Institute, traveling the world visiting farms and ranches, food as medicine, soil health, and his research on nutrient density and what that entails. The Bionutrient Institute

Chef Mollie Engelhart is the founder of Sage Regenerative Kitchen & Brewery, formally known as Sage Vegan Bistro. She made the decision to switch from a fully vegan restaurant to a regenerative kitchen, including meats. In this episode we talk about her journey with all of this, the challenges she has faced and is currently facing, starting Sovereignty Ranch, and the current reality of regenerative agriculture. Is it working?As a former vegan myself, this was a conversation I have been really looking forward to. There is an alternative to factory farming, using and abusing animals and that is regenerative agriculture. Chef Mollie Engelhart IGSage Regenerative Kitchen & BrewerySage Regenerative Kitchen & Brewery IGSovereignty RanchSovereignty Ranch IG

Austin Allred comes from a strong lineage of farmers, including his extended family. This was a great conversation hearing the structure of his large family operation, how they use their skillsets for a certain aspect of the business.We also talked about operating a large farm, having to get creative to ensure soil health and provide healthy products, and using all of the cow manure to help fertilize their fields. This is a great episode to see a glimpse in a large, multi-generational farm.Royal Family Farming IG

Steven McBee is a farmer, rancher, helicopter pilot, and even has his own reality show on Peacock called The McBee Dynasty. This was a great and very candid conversation. Steven and his family oversee 40,000 acres of farm and ranchland. We talked about:-His father starting McBee Farm & Cattle Co-Quickly expanding to 40,000 acres-Issues that arise from trying to manage, scale, and make the large operation profitable-Transitioning to regenerative models-How we can come together to better agriculture as a whole-The McBee DynastyI really enjoyed this conversation because the one thing we the people cannot do is vilify every farmer and rancher that has been doing things conventionally. We will never make improvements or have folks wanting to be open to implementing regenerative methods if we cannot sit together at the table and have conversations.Steven McBee IGMcBee Farm & Cattle Co IGMcBee Farm & Cattle Co WebsiteThe McBee Dynasty TV Show

The most important podcast episode I have done thus far. Dustin Kittle is currently suing Joe Biden after going to hell and back with the US Farm Credit, the Farm Bureau, and the USDA. In this episode, he talks about the acts of treason committed by these organizations and the hell they have put Dustin through. He also grew up on a large poultry production farm in Alabama, where his father had 30,000 chickens raised for meat birds (broilers), and the experience working for one of the biggest poultry production companies. This barely scratches the surface of what Dustin discussed in this episode, and there will be a part two.TwitterDustin's website

This is a rather unique episode but also why I love the world of agriculture, so much goes into it! TJ, founder of ACTS Decentralized Real Estate is building homestead/farming/ranching communities throughout America. If you have ever thought about "getting off the grid" or building your own homestead or ranch, then this is the episode for you. We cover:-The whole program TJ provides, from reserving your parcel of land, to the actual finances of it all, what to expect when building your home and layout of your property, and much more!ACTS Decentralized WebsiteACTS Decentralized IG

As an official sponsor of MMA athlete Bryce Mitchell, I was fortunate enough to visit his farm and do the podcast in person. Bryce, who fights in the featherweight division, is also a first-generation farmer. We dive into why he made that decision, his plans with the farm, and why he wants to help educate America and the world on agriculture.Bryce Mitchell Instagram

In this episode we talk all things bison! Cody has an awesome story to share:Growing up on a farmThen diving head first into the bison world, learning as much as he couldWorking on his first bison ranch, eventually working with his own small herd thereHelping start Force of Nature's Roam Ranch in Fredericksburg, Texas with the founders of EPICWorking with the great Nicole MastersAnd we talked on the history of bison and why they are so great for our land! I really enjoyed this one considering bison is the main logo for this brand.Cody Spencer's Website

"With the focus of bringing more healing to the community and to the grassroots of Southern California, Kevin founded Perennial Pastures Ranch in the midst of the pandemic in 2021. The Muno family, along with our team of passionate individuals who make up the Perennial family, work hard everyday to make our beef more accessible to you and educate our expanding community on the power of regeneration." Perennial Pastures IGTwitter

Former MMA fighter, Kyle Kingsbury is a first-generational farmer at Gardners of Eden, a nonprofit regenerative farm that puts a heavy emphasis on education! He has also been a part of Fit for Service, which hosts "Transformational events with master coaches" and is meant to help folks be Physically, Mentally, Emotionally, Spiritually, Romantically, and Financially Fit.I really enjoyed sitting down in person with Kyle as he shares his passion with regenerative agriculture, connection to the land, and wanted to help educate others.Gardners of Eden IGFit for Service IGFit for ServiceKyle Kingsbury's IG

One of the legends and pioneers in the space, it was amazing getting to have Joel Salatin on the podcast. We briefly covered his backstory, current agriculture climate and the proposed animal tagging, chicken feed, what can be done to bring more folks into the regenerative ag space, and more!

Kelli is a fifth-generation farmer, growing up in Nebraska, now farming in Kodiak, Alaska. It was great hearing her story and what led her to moving Kodiak, Alaska which is only accessible by boat. She is the owner of The Last Small Farm, putting a big emphasis on education. She hosts camps, retreats, and summer internships

Sam is a first-generation farmer along with his brothers and father. He shares a great story of how and why he started, growing pains along the way, stories from customers, experiences working with retail stores and restaurants, pasture v store-bought, conventionally raised pork, and more!

I had the pleasure of sitting down in person with John Pantalone from Amber Oaks Ranch. I enjoyed this conversation hearing his story, talking about a serious problem in agriculture that's not talked about (suicide), the pros and cons of farmer's markets, self-sovereignty, and more!

Former MMA fighter Travis Browne has always been an avid hunter, making him think about where his food comes from. He and his wife, Rhonda Rousey started Browsey Acres when they bought their first Wagyu, Kobe. We talked about his first experience raising Kobe as well as the day Travis harvested him. Travis is a first-generation rancher, so it was awesome hearing him dive deep into the regenerative agriculture world, expanding his operation, and wanting to help educate others.Browsey AcresBrowsey Acres IGTravis Browne IG

This is unlike any episode I have done so far. SolBrah does not work in agriculture but he is one Twitter account that has had a major impact on my life and helped me overcome the very things that led me to start Regenaissance. I was able to sit down with him in person to share my personal experiences from my time with my brother as his caretaker and help my mother, who both are now gone. We then dived into the healthcare system, food system, taking back our health and something that's not discussed enough, your mindset and what you tell others but most importantly, yourself. This is one of the most meaningful conversations I have had in my life because I have been following him for years, folks might disagree with his viewpoints but there is no denying what he preaches works, I'm living proof. He just released his book, The Sol Way, which can be purchased here

Mark McAfee is one of the leading pioneers in raw dairy. He started Raw Farm in California back in 1997 and has seen an explosion of growth since then. I really enjoyed this conversation where Mark talked about:- How he started Raw Farm- History of raw milk- Health benefits and research behind raw dairy- Dairy farm crisis in AmericaAnd more!TwitterInstagramTheir website

I really enjoyed this conversation, especially since Chaz is also a former vegan. Chaz has a really interesting backstory leading up to starting Grassway Organics, dairy farm that has since expanded with pasture-raised chickens for eggs and meat, turkeys, and farrow hogs.You will learn a lot about the raw dairy world in this podcast as Chaz explains his whole process to ensure the safety precautions are in place in order to provide this superfood!Their websiteInstagram