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Real Organic Podcast

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

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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289: Teri McCall joins us to reflect on the life she built with her husband Jack, a farmer, before his death from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She talks about the early Monsanto litigation regarding Roundup (glyphosate) and why she chose to speak out pub... more

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Recent Guests

John Fullerton
Founder of the Capitol Institute; proponent of regenerative economics
Capitol Institute
Episode: John Fullerton: Regenerative Economics For A Living World
James Cassidy
Soil science instructor at the University of Oregon; founder and advisor of the Organic Growers Club
University of Oregon
Episode: James Cassidy: Soil, Civilization + The Future Of Farming
Amy Westervelt
Independent investigative climate journalist
Drilled carbon/climate reporting
Episode: Amy Westervelt: Think Tanks, Greenwashing + The War On Reality
Mark Doudlah
Midwestern Grain Farmer who transitioned to 100% organic agriculture
Doudlah Farms Organics
Episode: Mark Doudlah: From Glyphosate + Cancer To Real Organic
Nicola Shirley-Phillips
Past president and current board member of J-Foam, the Jamaica Organic Agricultural Movement
J-Foam (Jamaica Organic Agricultural Movement)
Episode: Nicola Shirley-Phillips : Growing Organic in Jamaica
Chuck Benbrook
former professor at Washington State University and pesticide litigation consultant
Real Organic Project / Independent expert
Episode: Chuck Benbrook: The Supreme Court’s Big Win for Bayer-Monsanto
Gerardo Reyes ChĂĄvez
Leader in the Coalition of Immokalee Workers
Coalition of Immokalee Workers
Episode: Coalition of Immokalee Workers: Why The Fair Food Program Works
Greg Asbed
Co-founder of CIW and architect of the Fair Food Program
Coalition of Immokalee Workers
Episode: Coalition of Immokalee Workers: Why The Fair Food Program Works
Laura Orlando
Environmental activist focused on contaminants in farm-applied sewage sludge and PFAS
Independent activist/Expert on sludge and PFAS
Episode: Laura Orlando: PFAS, Sewage Sludge, And Poisoned Farms

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 239 ratings
  • 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. đŸȘŽ

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DailyKindleReader7458
    United States3 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 States4 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 States4 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 States6 months ago
  • Inspiring

    Really inspiring for first gen sustainable female farmers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Katycarries
    United States7 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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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.
Nicola Shirley-Phillips : Growing Organic in Jamaica
Q: All right, Nicola, I want to hear about what you're doing and what you hope to do, what you think we can do.
Nicola describes building a distributed organic system in Jamaica through education, farmer training, and creating regional markets and a distribution center to connect farmers with consumers. She emphasizes policy shifts, curriculum reform, and a stronger role for local brands to replace dependence on imported chemicals, aiming for healthier soils, healthier people, and a resilient economy.
Chuck Benbrook: The Supreme Court’s Big Win for Bayer-Monsanto
Q: What does precision-controlled technology mean in the context of regenerative agriculture and policy?
Precision tech refers to sensors and algorithms within spraying equipment to apply chemicals only where needed, which could support regenerative agriculture if used to reduce chemical inputs, but the episode notes that the broader policy landscape remains oriented toward industrial agriculture and biotech rather than purely sustainable practices.

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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. John Fullerton
2. James Cassidy
3. Amy Westervelt
4. Mark Doudlah
5. Nicola Shirley-Phillips
6. Chuck Benbrook
7. Gerardo Reyes ChĂĄvez
8. Greg Asbed

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