Podcasts by In Search of Soil
Exploring the mysteries of soil in search of answers that you can use in your garden or on your farm. Each week features scientists and experts sharing insights into topics like soil science, composting, cover cropping, biochar, no-till, and fungi, among other things! In Search of Soil is hosted and produced by Diego Footer.
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Soil Macrofauna with Dr. Adriano Sofo - ISOS S2 #10 from 2023-07-29T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to Italian soil Scientist Dr. Adriano Sofo to shed some light on the importance of soil macrofauna, earthworms, beetles, ants, and th...
ListenThe Science of EM (Essential Microorganisms) with Dr. Matthew Wood - ISOS S2 #9 from 2023-07-22T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to one of the pioneers in developing probiotic technology, Dr. Matthew Wood, to shed some light on wha...
ListenThe Science of Biochar with Dr. Kurt Spokas - ISOS S2 #8 from 2023-07-15T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to soil scientist Dr. Kurt Spokas of the United States Department of Agriculture to walk us through what biochar is, what it can potentially d...
ListenThe Role of Clay in Soils with Dr. David Laird - ISOS S2 #7 from 2023-07-08T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to Dr. David Laird of Iowa State University to shed some light on what it means to have clay soil, what its benefits and drawbacks are on agri...
ListenApplying Better Soil Microbes with Dr. Jane Fife - ISOS S2 #6 from 2023-07-01T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to 3Bar Biologic’s Dr. Jane Fife to shed some light on microbial biologics, realistic expectations of what they can do to our soils and our cr...
ListenBenefits of Trichoderma with Dr. Gary Harman - ISOS S2 #5 from 2023-06-24T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have Dr. Gary Harman of Cornell University on the show to talk about what Trichoderma is, what it does to the soil and all the benefits that it brings to...
ListenRegenerative Soils with Dr. Gabe Kenne - ISOS S2 #4 from 2023-06-17T13:00
In recent years, there’s been a visible shift of farmers and growers, especially the younger ones, moving into more regenerative agricultural practices. That as ma...
ListenSoil Microbes with Dr. Paul Zorner - ISOS S2 #3 from 2023-06-10T13:00
As farmers and growers, one of the number one things we need to take good care of to ensure good production is our soil. Now, there are a ton of practices and amendments available that supposedl...
ListenSoil Humus with Dr. Johannes Lehman - ISOS S2 #2 from 2023-06-03T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have Dr. Johannes Lehmann, one of the leading scientists in the field of soil biogeochemistry. We’ll discuss and question everything we know—or ...
ListenBiochar with Francesco Tortorici - ISOS S2 #1 from 2023-05-27T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have biochar scientist and citizen scientist advocate Francesco Tortorici to fill in those knowledge gaps and encourage yo...
ListenIn Search Of Soil: Season 2 Starts Next Week! from 2023-05-20T13:00
We're collecting a new batch of In Search Of Soil episodes! Season 2 starts next week. We know you'll love what comes next! Stay tuned for more deep-dive explorations into the science behind you...
ListenIn Search Of Soil: Season 2 Coming Soon! from 2023-05-13T13:00
We're cultivating a new crop of In Search Of Soil episodes for you, and Season 2 is coming soon! Stay tuned for the next batch of explorations into the science behind your soil!
While you...
ListenIn Search Of Soil: Season 2 Is On The Way! from 2023-05-06T13:00
We're collecting a new batch of In Search Of Soil episodes! Season 2 is in the near future, and we know you'll love what comes next. Stay tuned for the next batch of deep-dive explorations into ...
ListenCompost with Randy Ritchie - ISOS S1 #10 from 2023-04-22T13:00
We’ve heard and talked about compost and compost teas. We’ve also discussed all the different ways to make your own compost and compost teas. But say that you just...
ListenSoil Carbon with Dr. Bruno Basso - ISOS S1 #9 from 2023-04-15T13:00
Carbon sequestration, carbon emission, carbon building. Soil carbon, organic carbon, and accessible carbon. They all keep popping up here and there in the farming ...
ListenSoil Nutrients with Dr. Buz Kloot - ISOS S1 #8 from 2023-04-08T13:00
What if your soil test just came back, and suddenly someone tells you that your soil’s nutrient values will stay consistent regardless of whether or not you put am...
ListenMycology with Peter McCoy - ISOS S1 #7 from 2023-04-01T13:00
One of the members of the soil ecology that is mentioned on a generalized note is fungi. Although we recognize their importance, there aren’t a lot of specifics ti...
ListenNitrogen Fixation with Dr. Michael Miille - ISOS S1 #6 from 2023-03-25T13:00
With how far science has come, we’re still at odds in the face of finding the holy grail of agricultural research: finding nitrogen-fixing bacteria that affiliate ...
ListenCompost Tea with Troy Hinke - ISOS S1 #5 from 2023-03-18T13:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll get information about compost tea from soil consultant Troy Hinke.
There i...
ListenBiochar With Kelpie Wilson - ISOS S1 #4 from 2023-03-11T14:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll be learning information about biochar straight from a biochar expert, Kelpie Wilson.
There are as many soil amendments out there as there is so...
ListenSoil Microbiology With Dr. David Johnson - ISOS S1 #3 from 2023-03-04T14:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to microbiologist and co-creator of the Johnson-Su bioreactor, Dr. David Johnson about composting, fungal-domin...
ListenSoil Health for Crops With Jim Hoorman - ISOS S1 #2 from 2023-02-25T14:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have farm educator Jim Hoorman of Hoorman Soil Health Services, and he’ll walk us through some of the questions you might...
ListenIntroducing: In Search of Soil from 2023-02-18T14:00
Welcome to the weird, mysterious world under our feet: the soil.
Hosted by Diego Footer and a part of the Epic Gardening Podcast Network.
In this show, you'll learn - ...
ListenSoil Science With Dr. Elaine Ingham - ISOS S1 #1 from 2023-02-18T14:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll be talking about the truths behind soil, breaking the myths behind it, and illuminating some interesting and intriguing ways to go about how to build ...
ListenDr. Adriano Sofo - Soil Macrofauna| In Search of Soil #20 from 2021-09-01T09:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to Italian soil Scientist Dr. Adriano Sofo to shed some light on the importance of soil macrofauna, earthworms, beetles, ants, and th...
ListenClip: Why Apply Biochar - Francesco Tortorici from 2021-06-30T19:00
Francesco Tortorici talks about why you should consider applying biochar to the soil. More on Francesco: https://www.olympicbiochar.com/
Francesco Tortorici - Biochar | In Search of Soil #11 from 2021-06-30T09:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have biochar scientist and citizen scientist advocate Francesco Tortorici to fill in those knowledge gaps and encourage yo...
ListenClip: Can Biochar Prevent Nutrients from Leaching? - Francesco Tortorici from 2021-06-30T09:00
Francesco Tortorici talks about how biochar can prevent nutrients from leaching out of the soil. More on Francesco: https://www.olympicbiochar.com/ Listen
Clips: Tips for Making Biochar in Cone Kiln - Francesco Tortorici from 2021-06-30T09:00
Francesco Tortorici gives advice on making biochar in a cone kiln. More on Francesco: https://www.olympicbiochar.com/
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Clip: Have the Courage to Charge What You Need to For Your Product - Randy Ritchie from 2020-12-16T10:00
Randy Ritchie, CEO, and founder of Malibu Compost talks about charging what you need to for your products. Learn about Malibu Compost - https://www.malibucompost.com/
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ListenClip: Advice for Starting Compost Business - Randy Ritchie from 2020-12-16T10:00
Randy Ritchie, CEO, and founder of Malibu Compost gives advice on starting a compost business. Learn about Malibu Compost - https://www.malibucompost.co...
ListenClip: Why is Some Compost So Bad? - Randy Ritchie from 2020-12-16T10:00
Randy Ritchie, CEO, and founder of Malibu Compost gives his thoughts on why some compost is so bad. Learn about Malibu Compost - https://www.malibucompo...
ListenRandy Ritchie - Compost | In Search of Soil #10 from 2020-12-16T10:00
We’ve heard and talked about compost and compost teas. We’ve also talked about all the different ways to go about making your own compost and compost teas. But say...
ListenDr. Bruno Basso - Soil Carbon | In Search of Soil #9 from 2020-12-09T19:30:27
Carbon sequestration, carbon emission, carbon building. Soil carbon, organic carbon, and accessible carbon. They all keep popping up here and there in the farming ...
ListenClip: There are Different Forms of Carbon in the Soil - Dr. Bruno Basso from 2020-12-09T10:00
Dr. Bruno Basso talks about the different forms of carbon in the soil. Learn about CIBO Technologies - https://www.cibotechnologies.com/
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ListenClip: What Crops Sequester the Most Carbon? - Dr. Bruno Basso from 2020-12-09T10:00
Dr. Bruno Basso talks about what crops have the potential to sequester a lot of carbon. Learn about CIBO Technologies - https://www.cibotechnologies.com/
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Clip: How Does Soil Carbon Saturation and Storage Work? - Dr. Bruno Basso from 2020-12-09T10:00
Dr. Bruno Basso talks about soil carbon saturation and storage. Learn about CIBO Technologies - https://www.cibotechnologies.com/
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Clip: Differences in Carbon Decomposition Above and Below the Soil - Dr. Bruno Basso from 2020-12-09T10:00
Dr. Bruno Basso talks about the differences in above and below soil carbon decomposition. Learn about CIBO Technologies - https://www.cibotechnologies.com/
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Dr. Buz Kloot - Soil Nutrients | In Search of Soil #8 from 2020-12-02T10:00
What if your soil test just came back and all of a sudden someone tells you that your soil’s nutrient values will stay consistent regardless of whether or not you ...
ListenClip: The Importance of Micronutrients for Plant Growth - Dr. Buz Kloot from 2020-12-02T10:00
Dr. Buz Kloot shares his thoughts on the importance of micronutrients. Learn about Buz and his research - https://soilhealthlabs.com/
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Clip: The Dangers of Herbicides - Dr. Buz Kloot from 2020-12-02T10:00
Dr. Buz Kloot discusses some of the dangers of terminating cover crops with herbicides. Learn about Buz and his research - https://soilhealthlabs.com/
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ListenClip: What Do Soil Tests Actually Tell Us - Maybe Not What You Thought - Dr. Buz Kloot from 2020-12-02T10:00
Dr. Buz Kloot discusses what soil tests actually tell us. Learn about Buz and his research - https://soilhealthlabs.com/
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Clip: Can You Farm without Adding Extra Amendments? - Dr. Buz Kloot from 2020-12-02T10:00
Dr. Buz Kloot shares his opinion on if farming without adding amendments is possible. Learn about Buz and his research - https://soilhealthlabs.com/
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ListenClip: Plants and Fungi form an Incredible Relationship - Peter McCoy from 2020-11-25T10:00
Peter McCoy discusses the incredible relationship between plants and fungi. Learn more from Peter: https://mycologos.world/
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Clip: What is mycelium actually made out of? - Peter McCoy from 2020-11-25T10:00
Peter McCoy answers the question - What is mycelium made out of? Learn more from Peter: https://mycologos.world/
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Clip: Problems Show Up in Unhealthy Soils - Peter McCoy from 2020-11-25T10:00
Peter McCoy discusses how pathogens tend to show up in unhealthy soils. Learn more from Peter: https://mycologos.world/
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Peter McCoy - Mycology |In Search of Soil #7 from 2020-11-25T10:00
One of the members of the soil ecology that is mentioned on a generalized note is fungi. Although we recognize their importance, there aren’t a lot of specifics ti...
ListenClip: What is the fastest way to break down woodchips? - Peter McCoy from 2020-11-25T10:00
Peter McCoy takes on the challenge - how can you break down woodchips as fast as possible. Learn more from Peter: https://mycologos.world/
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Clip: Fungi Store Huge Amounts of Carbon in the Soil - Peter McCoy from 2020-11-25T10:00
Peter McCoy discusses how fungi may be the primary source of carbon for whole soil communities. Learn more from Peter: https://mycologos.world/
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... ListenClip: What is the Public Perception of Synthetic Biology? - Dr. Michael Miille from 2020-11-18T10:00
Dr. Michael Miille answers the question - What is the Public Perception of Synthetic Biology? Learn about JOYN Bio: https://joynbio.com/
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ListenClip: The Challenge of Engineered Microbes in the Wild - Dr. Michael Miille from 2020-11-18T10:00
Dr. Michael Miille talks about the challenge of introducing lab created microbes to the wild. Learn about JOYN Bio: https://joynbio.com/
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ListenClip: Could Non-Legumes Be Fixing Nitrogen? - Dr. Michael Miille from 2020-11-18T10:00
Dr. Michael Miille answers the question - Could Non-Legumes Be Fixing Nitrogen? Learn about JOYN Bio: https://joynbio.com/
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ListenClip: Could You Create a Super Legume? - Dr. Michael Miille from 2020-11-18T10:00
Dr. Michael Miille answers the question - Could engineer legumes to fix more nitrogen than is needed for plant growth? Learn about JOYN Bio: https://joynbio.com/<...
ListenDr. Michael Miille - Nitrogen Fixation | In Search of Soil #6 from 2020-11-18T10:00
With how far science has come, we’re still at odds in the face of finding the holy grail of agricultural research: finding nitrogen-fixing bacteria that affiliate ...
ListenTroy Hinke - Compost Tea | In Search of Soil #5 from 2020-11-11T10:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll be getting information about compost tea from soil consultant Troy Hinke.
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ListenClip: How Do You Know How Good Your Soil Is? - Troy Hinke from 2020-11-11T10:00
Troy Hinke talks about how to evaluate your soil. Follow Troy: http://instagram.com/livingrootscomposttea
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Clip: How to Make Compost Tea - Troy Hinke from 2020-11-11T10:00
Troy Hinke talks about how to make compost tea. Follow Troy: http://instagram.com/livingrootscomposttea
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ListenClip: What Is Compost Tea? - Troy Hinke from 2020-11-11T10:00
Troy Hinke describes what compost tea is, and what it isn't. Follow Troy: http://instagram.com/livingrootscomposttea
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ListenKelpie Wilson - Biochar | In Search of Soil #4 from 2020-11-04T10:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll be getting information about biochar straight from a biochar expert, Kelpie Wilson.
There are as many soil amendments out there as there is soi...
ListenClip: What Does Biochar Do for the Soil? - Kelpie Wilson from 2020-11-04T10:00
Kelpie Wilson talks about how a beginner can get started making biochar. Follow Kelpie: https://wilsonbiochar.com/
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Clip: How A Beginner Can Start Making Biochar Easily - Kelpie Wilson from 2020-11-04T10:00
Kelpie Wilson talks about how a beginner can get started making biochar. Follow Kelpie: https://wilsonbiochar.com/
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Clip: We Need to Bring the Whole Soil System Back - Dr. David Johnson from 2020-10-28T09:00
Dr. David Johnson talks about how the soil isn't missing one thing and how we need to restore the whole soil ecosystem.
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Clip: The Higher the Brix the Less Insect Pressure - Dr. David Johnson from 2020-10-28T09:00
Dr. David Johnson talks about insects not liking plants with high brix content.
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ListenClip: The Benefits of Johnson-Su Bioreactor Compost - Dr. David Johnson from 2020-10-28T09:00
Dr. David Johnson talks about why you should consider a Johnson-Su Bioreactor for composting. Follow David - Listen
Clip: To Have Health, Productive Soils We Need to Biologically Active Soils - Dr. David Johnson from 2020-10-28T09:00
Dr. David Johnson talks about the importance of having biologically active soils.
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Dr. David Johnson - Soil Microbiology | In Search of Soil #3 from 2020-10-28T09:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’re talking to microbiologist and co-creator of the Johnson-Su bioreactor, Dr. David Johnson to talk about composting, fung...
ListenJim Hoorman - Soil Health for Crops | In Search of Soil #2 from 2020-10-21T09:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we have farm educator Jim Hoorman of Hoorman Soil Health Services, and he’ll walk us through some of the questions you might...
ListenClip: Healthy Plants (Grown in Healthy Soil) Are More Pest Resistant - Jim Hoorman from 2020-10-21T09:00
Jim Hoorman talks about how healthy plants grown in healthy soils face less insect pressure. Healthier plants don't yield food sources that insects like.
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ListenClip: Tillage is a Major Problem that Ruins Soils - Jim Hoorman from 2020-10-21T09:00
Jim Hoorman discusses the problems with tillage and how it leads to compaction in agricultural soils.
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Clip: Can Soil Have TOO MUCH Organic Matter - Jim Hoorman from 2020-10-21T09:00
Jim Hoorman talks about soils with high organic matter contents and how it probably isn't ever going to be a problem when you are building soil.
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ListenClip: How You Should Think about the Fungal to Bacteria Ratio in the Soil - Dr. Elaine Ingham from 2020-10-14T09:30
Dr. Elaine Ingham discusses the importance of the fungal to bacteria ratio in the soil and how you should think about it when it comes to growing specific crops.
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Clip: What's Missing from our Knowledge of Soil - Dr. Elaine Ingham from 2020-10-14T09:30
Dr. Elaine Ingham talks about what she thinks is missing from our current knowledge of soil.
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Clip: Why You Might Not Have to Rotate Your Crops - Dr. Elaine Ingham from 2020-10-14T09:30
Dr. Elaine Ingham talks about why it might be a good idea, not to rotate crops.
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Clip: How to You Remineralize and Replace Soil Nutrients - Dr. Elaine Ingham from 2020-10-14T09:30
Dr. Elaine Ingham answers the question - how do you replace soil nutrients when you are growing cash crops.
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ListenDr. Elaine Ingham - Soil Science | In Search of Soil #1 from 2020-10-14T09:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll be talking about the truths behind soil, break the myths behind it, and illuminate some interesting and intriguing ways to go about how to build soil....
ListenDr. Elaine Ingham - Soil Science | In Search of Soil #1 from 2020-10-14T09:00
In this episode of In Search of Soil, we’ll be talking about the truths behind soil, break the myths behind it, and illuminate some interesting and intriguing ways to go about how to build soil....
ListenWelcome to In Search of Soil (Trailer) from 2020-10-09T23:10:06
Watch interviews and clips from the show on YouTube - http://bit.ly/watchISOS
In Search of Soil is a show that debunks some of the myths about soil ...
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