Beyond Labels Podcast

Embark on an enlightening journey with legendary farmer Joel Salatin in our new multi-part series on homesteading and sustainable agriculture! In this exciting first installment, Joel lays the groundwork for understanding eco-friendly farming practices through answering listener questions. Whether you're a seasoned homesteader, a curious beginner, or simply someone who eats food, J

In this thought-provoking episode, co-hosts Dr. Sina and Farmer Joel dive deep into a listener's insightful question about the supplement industry. The episode explores the parallels between the supplement and pharmaceutical industries.Key points discussed:The comparison between supplement and pharmaceutical industriesThe potential contradiction between promoting natural health and

In this engaging episode of Beyond Labels, co-host Farmer Joel takes center stage to share his key takeaways from the recent Stockman Grass Conference held at Polyface Farm. With his signature humor and charisma, Joel recounts the wisdom gleaned from the all-star lineup of speakers who graced the event.This "story time" episode offers listeners a virtual seat at the conference, as

In this episode of Beyond Labels, co-hosts Farmer Joel and Dr. Sina revisit the controversial topic of oxalates. Following a previous episode with Sally Norton that sparked confusion and frustration among listeners, Dr. Sina presents a comprehensive breakdown of oxalates based on her extensive two-month research.Key points covered:Definition and nature of oxalatesHealth conditions

In this mind-bending episode, Farmer Joel and Dr. Sina explore a revolutionary idea in nutrition: could the microbes in your gut actually replace your supplements? They dive into recent research showing that gut microbes are miniature vitamin factories, capable of producing all B-vitamins and vitamin K. This discovery challenges our traditional understanding of nutrition and supple

Calling all chocolate lovers and health enthusiasts! Join Farmer Joel and Dr. Sina as they unwrap a bittersweet truth about your favorite treat. An 8-year study reveals surprising levels of lead and cadmium in popular dark chocolate brands, challenging its "health food" status.Discover why organic isn't always better and how your virtuous indulgence might be hiding a heavy metal se

Farmer Joel gets fired up and he explores the cautionary tales of the farm raids on both Amos Miller and Nourish Co-Op. What went wrong in those two casesJoel shares how both farms relied on social media for their customer base, neglecting local connections. This approach left these businesses vulnerable when faced with federal scrutiny, as they lacked a strong local support networ

Are your grocery choices secretly sabotaging your health? Join Dr. Sina McCullough and farmer Joel Salatin as they welcome eye surgeon turned nutrition detective, Dr. Chris Knobbe, to uncover the hidden “poisons” lurking in our modern diet.Prepare for a mind-blowing journey as Dr. Knobbe challenges healthy eating - from debunking the omega-3 supplement craze to revealing why su

Join farmer extraordinaire Joel Salatin and health detective Dr. Sina McCullough as they uncover a mind-blowing nutritional mystery with special guest Sally Norton, MPH. Brace yourself for a wild ride through the world of "healthy" eating gone wrong!Sally Norton, an ivy-league nutritionist turned health sleuth, spent decades battling chronic issues while devotedly following the "cl

Hey there, aspiring homesteaders (and anyone who feels overwhelmed)!Farmer Joel and Dr. Sina are back to bust some myths and ease your worries about the homesteading life. In this eye-opening episode, we're tackling two big hurdles that might be holding you back: the pursuit of perfection and the myth of total self-sufficiency.We'll dive into why those picture-perfect social media