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Real Organic Podcast

Real Organic Project
Organic Farming
Soil Health
Climate Change
Sustainable Agriculture
Organic Agriculture
Real Organic Project
Regenerative Agriculture
Hydroponics
Pesticides
Corporate Agriculture
Organic Food
Biodiversity
Glyphosate
Food Systems
Joan Gussow
PFAS
Nutrition
USDA Organic Certification
USDA Organic
Food System

Farmers interview scientists, activists, politicians, and authors engaged in protecting USDA organic food against an active corporate takeover. Real Organic Project released its add-on food label in stores and markets in 2021, and is focused on introducing eaters across the United States to our movement and its allies. In this podcast series, you'll meet the best organic and regenerative farmers ... more

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299: Lynn Clarkson has been buying and selling organic grain since the early days of the market, and he has watched imported supply reshape the business. He believes that too much of that trade depends on certification systems that are difficult to e... more

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298: Soil scientist Will Brinton has spent much of his career helping farmers understand what is happening beneath their feet. Over time, that work has led him to question the mechanistic way modern agriculture often approaches living systems. Will b... more

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297: Kendra Klein, senior scientist at Friends of the Earth, has spent years investigating the health and environmental consequences of pesticide-dependent agriculture. She argues that the influence of pesticide companies reaches far beyond the chemi... more

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296: László Barabási has spent much of his career studying complex systems, from cells to social networks. This lifelong body of work eventually led him to ask a simple question: what is food actually made of? While nutrition science has identified... more

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Recent Guests

Kendra Klein
Senior Scientist at Friends of the Earth
Friends of the Earth
Episode: Kendra Klein: Pesticides, Power, And The Future Of Organic
László Barabási
Hungarian-American physicist, pioneer in network science
Northeastern University; Harvard Medical School; Central European University
Episode: László Barabási: The Nutritional Dark Matter in Our Food
Chuck Benbrook
Longtime researcher and legal expert on pesticide risks in food
Independent researcher/author
Episode: Chuck Benbrook: What the Driscoll’s Lawsuits Reveal
Paul Hawken
Environmentalist, entrepreneur and author
Author; Climate movement influencer
Episode: Paul Hawken: Can Chemical Agriculture Feed the World?
Liz Carlisle
Author, professor, agroecologist
University of California, Berkeley / Lentil Underground author
Episode: Liz Carlisle: Land Sharing Is How We Feed the Future
Chellie Pingree
Congresswoman from Maine
U.S. Congress
Episode: Chellie Pingree: Can Healthy Food Bring Left and Right Together?
Corinne Hansch
Farmer, Lovin Mama Farm
Lovin Mama Farm, Amsterdam, New York
Episode: Corinne Hansch: Small Farms Can Make a Great Living
Zephyr Teachout
antitrust scholar, author and longtime champion of breaking up corporate monopolies
Episode: Zephyr Teachout: Reorganizing Food Systems For Real Food
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Marine biologist, climate activist, and author of What If We Get It Right
Urban Ocean Lab; Bowdoin College; How to Save a Planet (co-creator/co-host)
Episode: Bonus: Introducing No Small Endeavor: “What If We Get Climate Action Right? feat. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson”

Host

Linley Dixon
Host associated with Real Organic Project and Real Organic Podcast; engages on soil health, organic standards, and policy.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 246 ratings
  • The best climate podcast

    This is my favorite podcast and the only one that I continually come back to for info and inspiration. I love the realness of the guests and the hosts. Thank you for the important information and voice that you offer in this difficult time. I’m so grateful for the community you create.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anabeeapple
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent!

    Thank you for this podcast and for ALL that you do! I am so appreciative of your efforts and for all of the important and helpful information you share. 🪴

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DailyKindleReader7458
    United States5 months ago
  • Incredible

    I have learned so much from this amazing podcast. Their website lets you take it to another level. Bravo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lalalalaalalalakaka
    United States6 months ago
  • Eye- Opening

    Great podcast! I thought I was well- informed about social and food issues but this show proved me wrong, I have so much to learn. This podcast gives heady and practical knowledge both in ways to improve your own life and those who need defending. I highly recommend giving it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Findingthestars
    United States6 months ago
  • Real Health

    This is the best podcast ever for getting real,truthful information!!!look forward to the new episode every week!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LBgarden 24##
    United States8 months ago

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Listeners value deep, well-sourced discussions that connect soil health to policy and social issues.
Shows are described as educational, inspiring, and a strong resource for understanding real organic standards and movements.
Guest diversity and practical farming insights are repeatedly praised.

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Kendra Klein: Pesticides, Power, And The Future Of Organic
Q: Why is regenerative branding being embraced by major agribusiness, and how does that affect organic farming's public perception?
Kendra argues that regenerative is often used as a marketing flag by large companies to continue business as usual, while organic farming, with its soil-health focus, provides real regenerative outcomes; she urges clearer definitions and stronger policy to keep organic leadership at the helm.
Chellie Pingree: Can Healthy Food Bring Left and Right Together?
Q: What role should government play in regulating ultra-processed foods and additives?
The guest argues for a balanced approach where clear, enforceable standards exist, dyes and added toxins are restricted, and policy supports healthier, fresher options while acknowledging political realities and lobbying pressures.
James Cassidy: Soil, Civilization + The Future Of Farming
Q: What is a healthy soil, and how does it relate to the rise of civilizations?
Healthy soil is a living system with the right balance of organic matter, minerals, air, and water, deeply influencing plant growth and resource cycling; its development through grazing, soil structure, and nutrient availability has historically underpinned civilization's progress and agricultural capacity.
Amy Westervelt: Think Tanks, Greenwashing + The War On Reality
Q: How have think tanks changed public policy and media narratives over time?
Westervelt explains that think tanks act as hidden drivers of policy through research, media training, and strategic funding, often operating with less transparency and using the credibility of experts to push industry-friendly outcomes.
Mark Doudlah: From Glyphosate + Cancer To Real Organic
Q: How did your farm evolve from conventional to organic farming?
Mark describes the shift from a chemical-based system to biodynamic and soil-biome driven practices, highlighting the loss and recovery of soil health, and the decisive moment following his father's illness and passing. He details practical steps like sheet composting, diverse cover crops, and reduced reliance on external inputs.

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A thoughtful series examining soil health, organic farming, and the politics of food systems through conversations with farmers, scientists, journalists, and policy advocates. Episodes frequently center on practical regenerative practices, soil biology, pesticide regulation, and corporate influence in agriculture, often tying soil health to broader social and environmental justice issues. Noteworthy is how guests span grassroots farming, academic research, investigative journalism, and anti-monopoly perspectives, delivering calls to action for farmers, eaters, and policymakers alike. The show tends to blend technical soil science with advocacy for real organic standards and transparent supply chains, making it useful for listeners who want ... more

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1. Kendra Klein
2. László Barabási
3. Chuck Benbrook
4. Paul Hawken
5. Liz Carlisle
6. Chellie Pingree
7. Corinne Hansch
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