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Doomer Optimism

Doomer Optimism
Doomer Optimism
Regenerative Agriculture
Community Building
Climate Change
Agriculture
Homesteading
Sustainable Agriculture
Artificial Intelligence
Renewable Energy
Permaculture
Local Food Systems
Parenting
Agrarianism
Wagner Group
Sustainability
Community
Sustainable Living
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Family

Doomer Optimism is a podcast dedicated to discovering regenerative paths forward, highlighting the people working for a better world, and connecting seekers to doers. Beyond that, it's pretty much a $hitshow. Enjoy!

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In this episode, Alicia Pederson, founder of Courtyard Urbanist, takes us on a fascinating journey from ancient Rome to today’s urban development roadblocks. She explains how courtyard-based architecture can address housing shortages, social isolatio... more

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AI, Existential Risk, and the Future of the Human Soul

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Geoffrey Long of Long Story Farms joins Jason to talk about what it actually takes to build a working farmstead part-time, the real challenges of scaling production and finding local markets, and why he thinks a permanent storefront can do what farme... more

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When Your Tractor Breaks, Open Source the Whole Civilization

Marcin Jakubowski, founder of Open Source Ecology, joins Ashley to talk about his 20-year project to open source the blueprints for civilization, starting with a broken tractor on a Missou... more

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Recent Guests

Alicia Pederson
Creator of Courtyard Urbanism, developer/designer
Courtyard Urbanist (development effort)
Episode: DO 304 - Courtyard Urbanism with Alicia Pederson
Geoffrey Long
Farmer, homesteader, and store project lead
Farms on Main / Newberry project
Episode: DO 302 - Starting a Farm and a Farm Store on Main Street
Marcin Jakubowski
Founder of Open Source Ecology
Open Source Ecology
Episode: DO 301 - Open Source Civilization: Marcin Jakubowski of Open Source Ecology
Willy Denner
Owner of Little Seed Gardens, an organic vegetable and grass-fed beef operation.
Little Seed Gardens
Episode: DO 299 - Small Scale Production, Henry George, and the Land Value Tax
Greg Cello
Military veteran turned homesteader, focused on family values and local business in Rhode Island.
Episode: DO 298 - The Wool Empire, Faith, and Local Business
Jason Mauck
Experience with Munsee Meats and its revitalization.
Munsee Meats
Episode: DO 294 - Rural Revival and the USDA with Nate and Jason Mauck
Mike Callicrate
Owner of Callicrate Cattle Company and Ranch Foods Direct, farm advocate, and entrepreneur
Callicrate Cattle Company
Episode: DO 292 - Breaking the Beef Cartel: Mike Callicrate on Monopoly Power, Maker-Owned Markets, and the Fight for Rural America
Nick Wren
Founder of Living Soil Tree Farm and passionate about edible permaculture and perennial agriculture
Living Soil Tree Farm
Episode: DO 291 - Building an Edible Perennial Nursery with Nick Wrenn of Living Soil Tree Farm
Leah Sargeant
Author of The Dignity of Dependence
Episode: DO 288 - Beyond Interchangeability: Leah Sargeant on the Dignity of Dependence

Hosts

Ashley
Host of Doomer Optimism; major figure on the podcast
Jason
Co-host and host roles across episodes
Nate
Host of Doomer Optimism

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • AI episode

    The review (or debate or whatever that was supposed to be) of Hart’s book was unlistenable. The fellow who fancies himself so important as to use voice altering technology should not opine on books he has not read. Please don’t waste our time.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mongrel82
    United Statesa year ago
  • The content is sometimes interesting, but a lot of the guests are not very good speakers, and the pod producer doesn't edit to make it more listenable. Also the audio quality is sometimes bad.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Aunt Becca
    2 years ago
  • Diverse and Interesting

    I wish the sound quality were better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lynnharding
    United States2 years ago
  • Wonderful guests

    But Donald is a wet blanket

    Listening to him host feels like slowly sinking to the bottom of a murky swimming pool

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Guntherlloyd
    United States3 years ago
  • There is some good content here, but Ashley's pathological and psychotic hatred and disrespect for "the childless" is really fucked up. She is a real piece of work.

    Podcast Addict
    2
    Aunt Becca
    4 years ago

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Listeners note uneven sound quality across episodes.
Some hosts are perceived as intense or polarizing, which can color the tone of discussions.
Audience appreciates diverse, thought-provoking guests and topics.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

DO 299 - Small Scale Production, Henry George, and the Land Value Tax
Q: Is he interested in kind of taking up what you've been doing?
Willy's son is a programmer and does not want to pursue farming full time, though his daughter has worked on the farm.
DO 299 - Small Scale Production, Henry George, and the Land Value Tax
Q: Real quick, how did you get into farming in the first place? What brought you to farming?
Willy indicates personal responsibility and a desire for direct connection to nature and community drove him to farming.
DO 295 - Navigating the Evolution of Meat Production with Greg Gunthorp & Nate
Q: Can you tell us what HACCP?
HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis Critical Control Program, which helps ensure safe food production.
DO 291 - Building an Edible Perennial Nursery with Nick Wrenn of Living Soil Tree Farm
Q: What role do you think food can play in combating our current crises?
Food can address multiple crises, and changing our relationship with it is essential for creating a better world.
DO 291 - Building an Edible Perennial Nursery with Nick Wrenn of Living Soil Tree Farm
Q: What would you say has been your biggest challenge going into tree farming?
Housing has been a significant issue, particularly finding a place close to the nursery to effectively manage and operate.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Doomer Optimism

What is Doomer Optimism about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show often centers on regenerative, community-focused solutions in food systems, technology, and local economies, with a recurring emphasis on anti-centralization, DIY infrastructure, and sustaining human-scale communities. Conversations frequently feature farmers, local entrepreneurs, policy advocates, and writers who explore practical paths to resilience—such as regenerative agriculture, open-source infrastructure, and local governance—while balancing questions about technology, labor, and social change. Notable is a willingness to challenge mainstream narratives and spotlight hands-on projects, from small farms and butcher shops to open hardware initiatives, all anchored in values like community, faith, and practical optimism. This m... more

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Recent guests on Doomer Optimism include:

1. Alicia Pederson
2. Geoffrey Long
3. Marcin Jakubowski
4. Willy Denner
5. Greg Cello
6. Jason Mauck
7. Mike Callicrate
8. Nick Wren

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