Harvesting Wisdom Podcast with Mike McMahon
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From Oil Fields to Global Impact: Building Sustainable Cities with Daniel Horneweg
27 Apr 2026
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Send us Fan MailIn this compelling episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with sustainability expert Daniel Horneweg of Ontario Tec...
Inside Lahaina’s Recovery: Wildfire Devastation & Hope for the Future
22 Apr 2026
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Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon takes us to Lahaina—a once-thriving coastal community now navigatin...
Rebuilding Without Waste: Circular Economy in Ukraine’s Recovery
15 Apr 2026
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Send us Fan MailIn this powerful episode of Harvesting Wisdom, guest host Diana Kruzman sits down with Lydia Shimon, Project Manager at Neo Eco Ukrain...
From Film to Impact: How Storytelling is Changing the Future of Our Planet
20 Mar 2026
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Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Harvesting Wisdom Podcast, host Mike McMahon sits down with environmental filmmaker Alan Lacy and producer Kell...
Green Building & Energy Resilience: Reconstructing Smarter Communities (Pt. 2)
10 Mar 2026
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Send a textIn Part 2 of this conversation, guest host Diana Kruzman continues speaking with Irina Sokhodov and Olena Rybak about practical strategies ...
Green Building & Energy Resilience: Reconstructing Smarter Communities
09 Mar 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, guest host Diana Kruzman sits down with Irina Sokhodov (Ukrainian Green Building Council) and Olena R...
Planning With Uncertainty: Ukraine’s Urban Future
05 Mar 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, guest host Diana Kruzman speaks with Kolko Trefers, CEO of Roskvit Urban Coalition for Ukraine, about...
From Farm Poisoning to Soil Pioneer: Kevin Fretz’s Mission
02 Mar 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Kevin Fretz, founder of Green Earthology and Patriot Green, to explo...
Dr. Zamba on Mongolia’s Climate Future: Parks, Policy & Supercomputers
28 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, we speak with Dr. Zamba — former Minister of Environment, climate envoy, and scientist — about Mo...
Mobility, Memory & Survival: Nomadic Wisdom from Mongolia pt 1
24 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, we journey into the vast Mongolian steppe to explore how nomadic herders are navigating climate chang...
Guardians of the Gobi: Tradition, Climate & Conservation in Mongolia part 2
18 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue our powerful conversation with Dr. Tungalag Ulambayar of the Zoological Society of Mongolia....
Finding Light in Altyn-Kazyk: A Youth Climate Documentary
18 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this powerful Youth Spotlight episode, filmmaker Jina Song joins Harvesting Wisdom to discuss her six-minute documentary Altyn-Kazyk: Th...
Restoring Tree & Soil Health in the Desert with Adaptive Plant Health
18 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with the founders of Adaptive Plant Health to explore what it truly takes...
What Sustainability Really Means | Soil, Waste & Community Solutions with Lauren Kuby
17 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Lauren Kuby, Arizona State Senator and longtime environmental advoca...
Guardians of the Gobi: Tradition, Climate & Conservation in Mongolia
16 Feb 2026
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Send a textn this powerful installment of our Mongolia series, host Mike McMahon and co-host Diana Kruzman sit down with Dr. Tungalag Ulambayar (Tunga...
Inside the Arizona Science Center: Sustainability, STEM Education & Environmental Storytelling
16 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Brenna Follett, Director of Professional Development at the Arizona ...
Ride Smart at Skyfire: Valley Metro CEO Jessica Mefford-Miller on Sustainable Transit in Phoenix
13 Feb 2026
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Jessica Mefford-Miller, Chief Executive Officer of Valley Metro, to ...
Mayor Corey Woods: Vision for a Greener Tempe
29 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this engaging episode of Harvesting Wisdom, Dr. Roselle, Chief Operating Officer of Urban Farming Education, steps in for host Mike M...
Powering Phoenix: EV Equity, Access, and Innovation with Karen Apple
25 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this illuminating episode of Harvesting Wisdom, Dr. Roselle sits down with Karen Apple, the Electric Vehicle Program Manager for the ...
Sipping Sustainability: The Fair Trade Journey of Stephanie Vasquez
23 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this inspiring episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Stephanie Vasquez, founder of Fair Trade Cafe and Empow...
Community Roots: Phoenix’s Sustainability Journey with Councilwoman Hodge Washington
19 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this inspiring episode of Harvesting Wisdom, guest host Dr. Russell sits down with Councilwoman Hodge Washington to explore the City ...
Empowering Communities: The LemonAid & ChariTea Story
16 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this powerful episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down in Hamburg with Aileen Puhlmann, a dynamic leader at the Lemo...
Sustainability in Practice: Arizona Worm Farm’s Story (Part 2)
11 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this enlightening episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon continues his journey at the Arizona Worm Farm with Daniel Domenech...
Sustainability in Practice: Arizona Worm Farm’s Story (Part 1)
08 Jul 2025
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Send us a textIn this inspiring first part of a two-part series on Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Zach Brooks of Arizona Worm Far...
GCU GROW: From Campus Gardens to Global Impact
03 Jul 2025
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Send us a textEpisode SummaryIn this inspiring episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon welcomes leaders and changemakers from Grand Canyon Uni...
Recycling the Narrative: Youth at the Forefront of Change
01 Jul 2025
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Send us a textEpisode Summary:In this energizing episode of Harvesting Wisdom, Dr. Roselle steps in for Mike McMahon to interview Ashley Weisman, CEO ...
Beyond the Garden: Soil-Based Solutions for Sustainable Health
27 Jun 2025
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Send us a textEpisode Summary: In this transformative episode of Harvesting Wisdom, Dr. Joe Roselle, COO of Urban Farming Education, steps in for host...
Producing a Better Planet: Gil Holland’s Sustainable Cinema
24 Jun 2025
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Send us a textEpisode Summary:In this energizing episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with acclaimed indie film producer Gil Holl...
Flipping the Script on Food Waste: From Trash to Treasure with Oscar Rodriguez
20 Jun 2025
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Send us a textEpisode Summary:In this transformative episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon speaks with Oscar Rodriguez, a pioneer in food wa...
Venice in Transition: A City Navigating Climate and Culture
17 Jun 2025
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Send us a textEpisode Summary:In this compelling episode of Harvesting Wisdom, Dr. Roselle steps in for host Mike McMahon and takes us on a journey to...
From Backyard to City Block: Chris Macy’s Vision for Phoenix’s Food Forest Future
13 Jun 2025
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Send a textEpisode Summary:In this transformative episode of "Harvesting Wisdom," host Mike McMahon speaks with Chris Macy, founder of the P...
Beyond the Bin: Denali’s Role in Reimagining Waste
10 Jun 2025
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Send a textShow Notes:In this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, titled “Beyond the Bin: Denali’s Role in Reimagining Waste”, host Mike McMahon welco...
Feeding the Future: How Recycling Tech is Turning Food Waste into Climate Solutions
06 Jun 2025
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Send a textIn this cutting-edge episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon is joined by Riley Casey of Van Dyk Recycling Systems, a leader in inn...
Compost Culture: Building Soil, Sustainability, and Social Impact with Shota Austin
03 Jun 2025
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Send a textShow Notes:In this down-to-earth episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon speaks with Shota Austin, Arizona native, composting exper...
Student-Powered Sustainability: GreenLight Solutions and the Future of Climate Action
30 May 2025
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Send a textIn this energizing episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Ashley Weisman, Executive Director of GreenLight Solution...
Islands of Insight: Science, Species & Sustainability in the Galápagos Pt. 2
27 May 2025
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Send a textIn this captivating second installment of our Galápagos journey, Harvesting Wisdom host Mike McMahon is joined aboard the National Geograp...
Islands of Insight: Science, Species & Sustainability in the Galápagos pt1
22 May 2025
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Send a textIn this awe-inspiring episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Dr. Donald McFarlane, biologist and cave ecologist fro...
The Dirt on Better Farming: Eco Tea’s Sustainable Revolution
20 May 2025
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Send a textIn this transformative episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon reconnects with Dale Overton, founder of Overton Environmental Enter...
Roots of Change: La Crema, Heritage, and the Heart of Community Series: La Crema Sustainability Series – Part 3 (Finale)
15 May 2025
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Send a textEpisode Summary – Harvesting Wisdom Podcast In the final installment of the La Crema Sustainability Series, host Mike McMahon brings toge...
Beer Saves the World: Brewing a Regenerative Future with Kernza®
13 May 2025
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Send a textIn this refreshing and thought-provoking episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with filmmaker Kelly Salloway to explore...
Rooted in Regeneration: How La Crema is Cultivating the Future of Wine and Soil
07 May 2025
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Send a textIn this enlightening episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon visits the heart of California wine country for an in-depth conversati...
Harvesting Resilience: Regenerative Farming & Zero Waste Cities (Part 2)
02 May 2025
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Send a textIn this two-part episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon dives deep into the intersection of regenerative agriculture, forest resto...
Harvesting Resilience: Regenerative Farming & Zero Waste Cities (Part 1)
24 Apr 2025
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Send a textIn this compelling Part 1 of "Harvesting Wisdom," host Mike McMahon explores the power of regenerative agriculture and sustainabl...
Baking Change, Powering Progress: Women Leading the Way in Sustainability
05 Apr 2025
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Send a textBaking Change, Powering Progress: Women Leading the Way in Sustainability | Harvesting Wisdom PodcastIn this powerful episode of Harvesting...
Revolutionizing Landscaping: Greenworks' Game-Changing Innovations (Part 2)
24 Jan 2025
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon takes listeners to the grand opening of Greenworks’ new facility in Valencia, Cal...
Revolutionizing Landscaping: Greenworks' Game-Changing Innovations (Part 1)
22 Jan 2025
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Send a textIn this dynamic episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon explores the future of sustainable landscaping and climate-smart technology...
Seeds of Sustainability: Community-Driven Farming at Stanford
16 Jan 2025
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Send a textIn this episode of the Harvesting Wisdom podcast, host Mike McMahon explores the intersection of education, sustainability, and community f...
Grand Canyon University Garden: Nurturing the Future of Urban Farming
14 Jan 2025
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon, alongside co-host Dan and special guest Kenny, dives into the groundbreaking initi...
From Hamburg Fields to Global Sustainability: Bridging the Gap with Climate-Smart Agriculture
09 Jan 2025
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Send a textEpisode Highlights: In this episode, host Mike McMahon invites listeners to explore transformative agricultural practices and the journey o...
Harvesting Wisdom at La Crema Winery: Sustainability in Every Sip
08 Jan 2025
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Send a textIn this captivating episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon takes us to La Crema Winery, a celebrated part of the Jackson Family Wi...
Education and Sustainability Allies: UFE Malawi Series
19 Dec 2024
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Send a textIn this special installment of the Harvesting Wisdom podcast, hosts Mike McMahon and Dr. Joe Roselle take us on the third leg of their tran...
Education and Sustainability Allies: UFE Malawi Series
12 Dec 2024
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Send a textIn this inspiring episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon and co-host Dr. Joe Roselle embark on the first of their six-part interna...
Education and Sustainability Allies: UFE Malawi Series
05 Dec 2024
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Send a textAt Girls Lukuni Secondary School in Malawi, an innovative urban farming program is empowering students through education and sustainability...
Agricultural Innovators: Perfect-Farm.com
15 Nov 2024
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom with Mike McMahon, we’re joined by Eilecia Bovard, a visionary social impact entrepreneur and co-fou...
Business and Sustainability Innovators: Green Living Magazine and Machokoto Family Farm
08 Nov 2024
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon sits down with Dorie Morales, publisher of Green Living Magazine, and Rodey Machoko...
Business and Sustainability Innovators: Michael Best & Friedrich LLP
31 Oct 2024
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Send a textJoin us on Harvesting Wisdom as David DiGiacomo, a representative of Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, delves into the legal challenges and...
Conservationist: Ki Futures
25 Oct 2024
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Send a textIn this episode, we dive deep into the global challenges of sustainability and the critical need for both individual and collective action....
Agricultural Innovators: Cairncrest Farm
17 Oct 2024
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Send a textIn this podcast we spotlight Cairncrest Farm, a family-run farm that champions sustainable and ethical farming practices. The podcast explo...
Academic Perspective: University of Arizona
11 Oct 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an enlightening episode as we sit down with an Entomology professor from the University of Arizona Extension office to delve in...
Business and Sustainability Innovators: Bridgestone
11 Oct 2024
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Send a textTune in to our latest podcast episode as we delve into the innovative partnership between Bridgestone and the University of Arizona, focusi...
Agricultural Innovators: Vine to Bar
26 Sep 2024
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, host Mike McMahon takes you on a flavorful journey through the world of Vine to Bar, the innovative c...
Agricultural Innovators: Hubs Peanuts
25 Sep 2024
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Send a textJoin us in this episode as Marshall Rabil, the Director of Marketing and Sales at Hubs Peanuts, shares the fascinating history behind the o...
Sustainability Innovators: Ambrosia Bags
14 Sep 2024
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Send a textOn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom with Mike McMahon, we dive into sustainable packaging and environmental innovation with Ambrosia Bags,...
Farm to Table: Chris Gross
05 Sep 2024
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Send a textIn this episode of Harvesting Wisdom, we sit down with Chef Chris Gross, the culinary mastermind behind Christopher's at the Wrigley M...
Entertainment and Sustainability Reporter: Alive and Well TV
04 Sep 2024
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Send a textIn this enlightening episode of the Harvesting Wisdom Podcast, host Mike McMahon sits down with Michelle Harris, the vibrant host of the po...
Entertainment and Sustainability Reporter: California Bountiful
22 Aug 2024
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Send a textIn this episode, Aubrey Aquino, the executive producer and host of California Bountiful, takes listeners behind the scenes to reveal the un...
Business and Sustainability Allies: Hemp Hollow Processing
15 Aug 2024
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Send a textIn this episode, we dive into the world of hemp processing with a spotlight on Hemp Hollow Processing, a pioneering company in the hemp ind...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Valencia Newcomer School
08 Aug 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an inspiring podcast episode where we explore the impactful partnership between Valencia Newcomer School and Urban Farming Educ...
Business and Sustainability Innovators: Sotheby's and Equu Corp
01 Aug 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an exciting podcast episode as representatives from Sotheby's and Equu Corp discuss the creation of an eco resort in Sedon...
Agricultural Innovators: Arizona Compost Council
25 Jul 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an exciting podcast episode as we discuss the launch of the new Arizona Composting Council, dedicated to promoting composting a...
Agricultural Innovators: Georgia Compost Council
18 Jul 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an insightful podcast episode as we explore the role of the Georgia Composting Council, a chapter of the US Compost Council. Le...
Agricultural Innovators: US Compost Council
18 Jul 2024
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Send a textTune in to this enlightening podcast episode where we delve into the mission and impact of the US Compost Council, the leading national org...
Business and Sustainability Innovators: Chasse Building Team-Sponsor
18 Jul 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an inspiring podcast episode highlighting the impactful efforts of the Chasse Building team. Discover how they are sponsoring t...
Business and Sustainability Innovators: Fishnure
18 Jul 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an insightful podcast episode as we delve into the world of online marketing with our guest from Malaysia. Discover valuable in...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Let's Go Compost
20 Jun 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an enlightening podcast episode featuring Let’s Go Compost, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting sustainability in schools. Dis...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Snooze Eatery and Urban Farming Education
13 Jun 2024
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Send a textJoin us for an inspiring podcast episode spotlighting the impactful partnership between Snooze Eatery and Urban Farming Education. Through ...
Academic Perspective: University of Oregon
13 Jun 2024
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Send a textJoin us in this captivating episode of our podcast as we delve into the cutting-edge world of agricultural innovation with our esteemed gue...
Agricultural Innovator: Western Island Cotton Growers, Western Fiber
30 May 2024
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Send a textIn this enlightening episode of "Harvesting Wisdom," we delve into the groundbreaking efforts of the California Cotton Ginners an...
Agricultural Innovators: Urban Terra
23 May 2024
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Send a textExplore the dynamic world of urban farming with Kenner W. Cooper in this enlightening podcast episode. As a seasoned medical professional i...
Agricultural Innovators: Hemp Traders
16 May 2024
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Send a textDive into the world of hemp with Lawrence Serbin, a trailblazer whose career spans over three decades in the industry, in this enlightening...
Education and Sustainability Allies: IAS Labs
09 May 2024
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Send a textJoin us for a fascinating episode as we delve into the world beneath our feet with experts from Soil Seed and Water, and a leading soil sci...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Maricopa Institute of Technology
03 May 2024
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Send a textJoin us in this illuminating podcast episode as we shine a spotlight on the transformative partnership between Maricopa Institute of Techno...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Chasse Building Team
18 Apr 2024
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Send a textDive into the world of sustainable construction with this enlightening podcast episode featuring the Chasse Building Team. Known for their ...
Academic Perspectives: Sunland STEAM Academy
11 Apr 2024
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Send a textIn this engaging episode of "Harvesting Wisdom," we're thrilled to welcome two special guests from the Sunland STEAM Academy...
Agency Insights: SRP
04 Apr 2024
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Send a textThe Harvesting Wisdom podcast episode featuring Tyler Francis, association council member for SRP and owner of Francis Roses, delves into t...
Policy Shapers: Maricopa County Recorder
28 Mar 2024
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Send a textIn this episode of the Harvesting Wisdom Podcast, Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer takes center stage to provide listeners with insi...
Policy Shapers: Arizona Legislature
21 Mar 2024
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Send a textUrban Farming Education partners with businesses and community leaders including elected officials. Learn how Senator Miranda and Represe...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Malawi Reflections
15 Mar 2024
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Send a textIn this insightful podcast episode, Kim and Dr. Peter Rillero open up about their impactful experiences in Malawi, shedding light on the mi...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Malawi- Microprojects
07 Mar 2024
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Send a textThis episode takes us on a virtual trip to Malawi, where we meet with local leaders driving innovative micro-projects. Learn about their jo...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Malawi-Lukuni Project
29 Feb 2024
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Send a textEpisode 5 of the Harvesting Wisdom Podcast takes us live to Malawi with Kim and local expert Earnest, who oversees our impactful projects o...
Agricultural Innovators: Zimbabwe- Running Wild Safari
22 Feb 2024
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Send a textUrban Farming Education is partnering with nonprofits and businesses in Arizona and Africa. This episode explores our partnerships in A...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Agave Environmental
15 Feb 2024
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Send a textIn this podcast episode featuring Scott Cosgrove and Dave Graves from Agave Environmental Contracting, the focus is on the application of ...
Agricultural Innovators: Soil,Seed and Water & Urban Farming Education
08 Feb 2024
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Send a textIn episode 2 dive into an enlightening conversation with our esteemed guests, Dr. Joe Roselle from Urban Farming Education and Rodolfo Alva...
Education and Sustainability Allies: Urban Farming Education
01 Feb 2024
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Send a textIn the first episode of Harvesting Wisdom, our guests are Dr. Peter Rillero and Kim Rillero from Urban Farming Education. Urban Farming Edu...