Soil Is Everything: John & Molly Chester’s Biggest Little Farm

Soil Is Everything: John & Molly Chester’s Biggest Little Farm

Biodiversity. Regenerative agriculture. Ecological sustainability. Carbon drawdown. Climate change reversal. These are popular themes that recur regularly on this show. But in practical terms, what do they actually mean? I wanted to better understand these subjects. Not from the perspective of an academic, scientific researcher or political pundit but rather from the direct experience of actual practitioners — people who live and practice it every single day — farmers. Nine years ago, personal chef Molly Chester and her filmmaker husband John Chester traded their life in urban Santa Monica for 200 acres of infertile land nestled in the foothills of Ventura County — an arid and desolate plot called Apricot Lane Farms. Hence began a journey to build a new life from scratch. The vision? An organic, biodiverse farm based upon regenerative principles, thriving in harmony with nature. It began with repairing the draught-laden, nutrient deplete soil, followed by planting 10,000 orchard trees. Rooting over 200 crops. Introducing a myriad of animals. Managing the chaos that ensued. And patiently stewarding the farm from inert to irascible and ultimately into what it is today — an awe-inspiring symphonic ecosystem in vibrant, sustainable co-existence with nature’s rhythms. Along the way, John chronicled every daunting, obstacle-fraught step, plying his storytelling skills and masterful wildlife cinematography to produce The Biggest Little Farm — an extraordinary documentary that evidences the planet's innate power to heal itself in synchronous partnership with humans devoted to restoring its precious biodiversity. Uplifting and wildly entertaining, it dispenses with the dystopia common among ecological fare, instead leaving audiences uplifted — and in love with the hard-earned possibility of positive change. I was quite moved by this film. Compelled to know more, me and my team spent a day touring Apricot Lane — an educational and eye-opening experience that left me with a deep appreciation for the Chester’s achievement — and the nuanced complexity of their mission. In the wake of my visit to Apricot Lane, I posted images from the experience on Instagram, accompanied by an expression of gratitude and respect for manifesting what environmentalists unanimously urge mandatory to repair the rapidly vanishing biodiversity of our precious soil (literally the planet's microbiome). To sequester carbon and create sustainable food security. And to serve as a viable model for the future of farming. John and Molly didn't just protest climate change. They got to work, taking an action-based stand against the glyphosate-laden, chemical-based industrial, conglomerate owned, seed-controlled, GMO-infused, animal intensive CAFO factory farms that monopolize our current food system to the great demise of human, animal and ecological health. More than anything, Apricot Lane proves that regenerative farming isn't just possible, but profitable. And that it doesn't just work, but exceeds conventional methods by yield volume and nutritional density metrics. Meanwhile, it controverts planetary warming by drawing down carbon and building long-term, natural resilience against pestilence, drought and soil erosion without the products and practices ‘BigAg' wants you to believe are mandatory. ... Enjoy! Rich

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Ripped At 73: Chef Babette Davis On Self-Love, Fitness, & Reinvention At Any Age

Ripped At 73: Chef Babette Davis On Self-Love, Fitness, & Reinvention At Any Age

Chef Babette Davis is a 73-year-old vegan chef, fitness icon, and star of viral social media videos. This conversation explores Chef Babette’s journey from childhood hardship to health advocacy, her philosophy on food as medicine, and her mission to heal communities through plant-based eating. We discuss her lessons to vitality at any age, the power of self-love, and her spiritual approach to life. Before wrapping up the conversation, Chef Babette wows with impromptu push-ups! Chef Babette is an incredible spirit and a powerful lighthouse. This conversation is inspiring and practical. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  On: Enter RichRoll10 at the checkout to get 10% OFF your first order 👉on.com/richroll Peak Design: 20% OFF thoughtfully designed backpacks & more 👉PeakDesign.com/RICHROLL Squarespace: Use the offer code RichRoll to save 10% off 👉 Squarespace.com/RichRoll AG1: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs  👉drinkAG1.com/richroll Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

22 Juli 20241h 30min

Filmmaker Max Joseph on Failure, Happiness, & Finding Your Creative Voice

Filmmaker Max Joseph on Failure, Happiness, & Finding Your Creative Voice

Max Joseph is a filmmaker, digital content creator, and former co-host of MTV’s Catfish. This conversation explores Max’s journey through the evolving media landscape and his search for creative fulfillment and happiness. We discuss his experience directing a Hollywood feature, the aftermath of a high-profile box office disappointment, and his new YouTube series on the science of well-being. He shares insights on straddling traditional and new media, creative struggles, the neuroscience of happiness, and the importance of connection. Max is a thoughtful, vulnerable storyteller. And this conversation is a reflection of resilience and creative reinvention. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  Eight Sleep: Use code RICHROLL to get $350 OFF Pod 4 Ultra👉 eightsleep.com/richroll Roka: Unlock 20% OFF your order with code RICHROLL 👉ROKA.com/RICHROLL Bon Charge: Use code RICHROLL to save 15% OFF 👉boncharge.com Waking Up: Get a FREE month, plus $30 OFF 👉wakingup.com/RICHROLL Whoop: Unlock the best version of yourself  👉join.whoop.com/roll This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp: Listeners get 10% off their first month 👉BetterHelp.com/RICHROLL Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

15 Juli 20242h 13min

The Neuroscience Of Elite Performance: Cognitive Strategies For Success In Sport & Life With Dr. David Spindler

The Neuroscience Of Elite Performance: Cognitive Strategies For Success In Sport & Life With Dr. David Spindler

Dr. David Spindler is a high-performance cognitive specialist who works with world-class athletes, including 35-time Tour de France stage winner Mark Cavendish. This conversation explores the intersection of neuroscience and elite athletic performance. We discuss David’s work with top cyclists, the science of “happy watts,” and how trust and oxytocin impact team dynamics. David shares insights on mental health in pro sports, the importance of precision over perfection, and strategies for cognitive optimization applicable to all. David is a pioneering force in sports psychology. And this conversation is a masterclass in the science of peak performance. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  LMNT: Get a FREE Sample Pack with any drink mix purchase 👉 drinkLMNT.com/RICHROLL Inside Tracker: Use code RICHROLL at checkout and enjoy 10% OFF the InsideTracker Subscription and any plan 👉insidetracker.com/richroll  On: Enter RichRoll10 at the checkout to get 10% OFF your first order 👉on.com/richroll Bon Charge: Use code RICHROLL to save 15% OFF 👉boncharge.com Go Brewing: Use the code Rich Roll for 15% OFF your first purchase 👉 gobrewing.com  Momentous: Save up to 36% OFF Protein or Creatine + 20% OFF all of my favorite products 👉 livemomentous.com/richroll  Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

11 Juli 20242h 2min

Eating Cultivated Meat: Dr. Uma Valeti’s Moonshot To Engineer The Future Of Food & End Factory Farming

Eating Cultivated Meat: Dr. Uma Valeti’s Moonshot To Engineer The Future Of Food & End Factory Farming

Dr. Uma Valeti is the founder and CEO of UPSIDE Foods, pioneering the cultivated meat revolution. This conversation explores the cutting-edge world of growing real meat from animal cells without industrial farming. We discuss Uma’s journey from cardiologist to food tech innovator, the science behind cultivated meat, and its potential to address global food security and environmental challenges. Along the way, I stepped out of my 17-year vegan comfort zone to taste-test UPSIDE’s cultivated chicken products. Uma is a visionary. And this conversation is mind-expanding. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  AG1: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs 👉 drinkAG1.com/richroll Waking Up: Unlock a FREE month, plus $30 OFF 👉 wakingup.com/RICHROLL On: Enter RichRoll10 at the checkout to get 10% OFF your first order 👉 on.com/richroll Birch: Get 25% off ALL mattresses and 2 free eco-rest pillows 👉 BirchLiving.com/richroll Squarespace: Use offer code RichRoll to save 10% off 👉 Squarespace.com/RichRoll  Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

8 Juli 20242h 17min

Michael Chernow Is A Creature Of Habit: A Story of Sobriety, Resilience & Redemption

Michael Chernow Is A Creature Of Habit: A Story of Sobriety, Resilience & Redemption

Michael Chernow is a restaurateur, entrepreneur, and the founder of Kreatures of Habit.   This conversation explores Michael’s cinematic journey of sobriety, resilience, and redemption. We discuss his traumatic childhood, the depths of his addiction, the heights of culinary success, and how fitness and recovery eclipsed a life beyond his dreams. Michael emphasizes the power of daily habits, morning routines, stacking small wins, and breathwork in his transformative process. With no-nonsense insights, Michael discusses healing one’s inner child and his unwavering belief that anyone can change their life—no matter how far gone they think they are. Michael is an incredible individual. And this conversation is powerful. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  Seed: Use code RICHROLL25 for 25% OFF your first order 👉 seed.com/RichRoll  On: Enter RichRoll10 at the checkout to get 10% OFF your first order 👉on.com/richroll Momentous: Save up to 36% OFF Protein or Creatine + 20% OFF all of my favorite products 👉 livemomentous.com/richroll  This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp: Listeners get 10% OFF their first month 👉BetterHelp.com/RICHROLL Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

1 Juli 20242h 49min

The New Science Of Intuition: Neuroscientist Joel Pearson On Leveraging The Unconscious Mind For Better Decisions & Actions

The New Science Of Intuition: Neuroscientist Joel Pearson On Leveraging The Unconscious Mind For Better Decisions & Actions

Dr. Joel Pearson is a cognitive neuroscientist, author of “The Intuition Toolkit,” and a pioneer in objectively measuring human intuition. This conversation explores the fascinating science behind intuition, revealing its influential role in decision-making. We discuss Joel’s groundbreaking research, the SMILE framework for cultivating reliable intuition, the hidden benefits of aphantasia, the illusion of free will, and the manipulative influence of AI on our choices. This conversation is itself a toolkit—covering the difference between intuition, instinct, and impulse; what influences the reliability of intuition; and when to use or avoid it. I greatly admire Joel’s work in understanding the mind and consciousness, which tackles the root of humanity’s most fundamental problems. It will change the way you think about gut feelings. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  Seed: Use code RICHROLL25 for 25% OFF your first order 👉seed.com/RichRoll  Roka: Unlock 20% OFF your order with code RICHROLL 👉ROKA.com/RICHROLL Go Brewing: use the code Rich Roll for 15% OFF 👉gobrewing.com  Waking Up: Get a FREE month, plus $30 OFF  👉wakingup.com/RICHROLL  Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

24 Juni 20241h 54min

Your Brain On Food: Dr. Uma Naidoo On The Intersection Of Nutrition & Mental Health

Your Brain On Food: Dr. Uma Naidoo On The Intersection Of Nutrition & Mental Health

Dr. Uma Naidoo is a nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutrition specialist. This conversation explores the intersection between food and mood, with Dr. Naidoo sharing her expertise on how what we eat impacts our mental well-being. We discuss the gut-brain connection, foods that fight anxiety and depression, practical nutrition tips, and much more. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Naidoo provides actionable advice and fascinating insights into the world of nutritional psychiatry. Dr. Naidoo is a true pioneer in this field. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in using food as medicine for the mind. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  Bon Charge: Use code RICHROLL to save 15% OFF 👉boncharge.com On: Enter RichRoll10 at the checkout to get 10% OFF your first order 👉on.com/richroll Peak Design: Save 20% OFF 👉PeakDesign.com/RICHROLL Brain.fm: Get 30 days FREE 👉brain.fm/richroll Birch: Unlock 20% off ALL mattresses and 2 free eco-rest pillows 👉BirchLiving.com/richroll AG1: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs  👉drinkAG1.com/richroll Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain 👉Squarespace.com/RichRoll  Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉 richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

20 Juni 20241h 52min

Can Fasting Save Your Life? The Danger Of Visceral Fat & The Incredible Benefits Of Prolonged Water-Only Fasting With Dr. Alan Goldhamer

Can Fasting Save Your Life? The Danger Of Visceral Fat & The Incredible Benefits Of Prolonged Water-Only Fasting With Dr. Alan Goldhamer

Dr. Alan Goldhamer is a pioneering researcher, founder and director of TrueNorth Health Center, and a leading expert on water-only fasting. This conversation explores the science behind fasting and its potential to reverse chronic diseases. We examine Dr. Goldhamer’s groundbreaking research, which involves fasting patients for upwards of 40 days, their success stories, the importance of a whole-food, plant-based diet, and the challenges of integrating fasting into mainstream medical practices. Throughout our discussion, Dr. Goldhamer provides insights into the obesity epidemic, details the connection between fasting and longevity, and offers his thoughts on the future of healthcare. Dr. Goldhamer is a maverick, and this conversation is instructive for anyone seeking to optimize their health. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today’s Sponsors:  On: Enter RichRoll10 at the checkout to get 10% OFF 👉on.com/richroll Eight Sleep: Use code RICHROLL to get $350 OFF Pod 4 Ultra 👉eightsleep.com/richroll  AG1: Get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs 👉drinkAG1.com/richroll  This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp: Listeners get 10% OFF 👉BetterHelp.com/RICHROLL Check out all of the amazing discounts from our Sponsors 👉richroll.com/sponsors Find out more about Voicing Change Media at voicingchange.media and follow us @voicingchange

17 Juni 20241h 52min

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