Wise Traditions

Lots of people transition from the vegan diet to one that includes meat and animal products...but few do so on a public stage. Former vegan chef Mollie Engelhart had a dietary change of heart that became very public when she changed the menu and name of her restaurant in California. That's when the virtual and in-person backlash and vitriol began. While Mollie's restaurant has now closed, she is a regenerative rancher who is sticking to her dietary convictions.   Today Mollie shares her remarkable story, all that she went through, and why she has chosen to stand strong in the face of opposition. She also explains why she believes regeneratively raised meat, food traditions and food sovereignty are so important. And why she goes the extra mile to get raw milk to her community in Texas.   Visit Mollie's website: sovereigntyranch.com Listen to the Gubba Homestead podcast Check out our sponsors Optimal Carnivore and Gray Toad Tallow

There are currently techniques being implemented to psychologically manipulate, persuade, and control the public. We're not just referencing marketing firms trying to get you to purchase something. From Hollywood movies to government programs, there are subtle systems and approaches in place to alter behavior...and negatively impact the health and autonomy of the populace.   Jason Christoff runs an international psychological reprogramming institute and in this episode he explains what's going on and how it can sabotage our independence and critical thinking without our even realizing it. Some techniques have been used for centuries and can shift us, for example, from a beta brain wave (thinking) state to an alpha brain wave (trance) state, making us susceptible to suggestion and more compliant. Jason also goes over what toxins in our environment "dumb us down" in effect, also making us possible pawns to powers that desire to control us.   Visit Jason's website: Jason Christoff Become a member of the Weston A

You want to eat a more nutrient-dense diet. You get it. You're ready to get some basics down. Well, roll up your sleeves because Alison Kay from the Ancestral Kitchen Podcast and The Fermentation School is going to empower you to do just that.   Alison today shows you which 5 traditional foods to introduce into your diet. She explains how to make them (we're talking bone broth, fermented oats and more) and why. She also shares her own personal story. Alison was once obese, had issues with fertility and PCOS. She tells how she overcame these hurdles thanks, in part, to the very ancestral foods she discusses today.   Visit Alison's website: ancestralkitchen.com Check out the Gubba Homestead Podcast See our sponsors PaleoValley and New Biology Clinic

What if your body isn't malfunctioning but adapting? Could trauma or conflict be the root cause of the dis-ease you’re experiencing? Dr. Melissa Sell, a chiropractor and New Medicine consultant, shares an insightful overview of Germanic New Medicine (GNM), a radically different approach to healing. Many of us spend years overhauling our diets or trying new protocols for gut issues, autoimmune conditions, and chronic illnesses—often without lasting results. Melissa explains the fundamentals of GNM, highlighting how a root conflict or emotional shock can trigger the body’s adaptation process, leading to symptoms, healing, and eventual resolution. She shares her personal journey of overcoming acne through GNM and why she believes every life conflict serves a purpose, helping us grow and learn. Visit Melissa's website Listen to the Gubba Homestead Podcast Check out our sponsors: Rosita Cod Liver Oil and One Earth Health

What if everything we’ve been told is backwards? Peanuts have been labeled bad for us due to mycotoxins, but what if they’re actually protective—especially against EMFs? And copper, once a staple in our lives through pipes, tools, and cups, has been replaced with iron, PVC, and plastic. Why did we move away from this beneficial material? In this episode, Matt Roeske of Cultivate Elevate explores "inverted truths" about our health and well-being. From climate change and its manufactured narrative to the real story behind peanuts, copper, and water scarcity, Matt challenges mainstream assumptions. He invites us to think critically and rediscover what truly supports health and balance. Check out Matt's website: Cultivate Elevate Listen to the Gubba Homestead Podcast See our sponsors: Arvoti skincare and Optimal Carnivore

Here's a fresh approach for weight loss! Instead of counting calories or eating less and moving more, what about taking into account the vibration of food, i.e. its life force energy? This is what Chef Whitney Aronoff, of High Vibration Foods, recommends on today's episode. Whitney's approach focuses less on the numbers on the scale and more on how we feel and how the food we eat makes us feel. She also covers the importance of freshness and sourcing. She tells stories of how her clients' health and weight has stabilized with this perspective. And she also shares what she, as a personal chef, recommends for food choices that help reduce anxiety, boost mood, and improve our relationship with food and our weight. Check out Whitney's website: Starseed Kitchen  Become a member of the Weston A. Price Foundation (and use the code pod10)  Visit our sponsors' websites: Paleo Valley and Black Lotus Shilajit.

A mythical island known as the “other Atlantis,” Skellig Michael where monks once dwelled, and the story of how oysters saved humanity are just a few of the many highlights from today's episode. Marine biologist Stephen Kavanagh gives us an overview of wise traditions in Ireland. Stephen shares the earliest accounts of life in Ireland—from what the people ate to how they embraced art and beauty. In essence, he takes us on a tour of his beloved Ireland.   Check out Stephen's website: marinehealthfoods.com Subscribe to the Weston A. Price Foundation's YouTube channel Check out our sponsors: Gray Toad Tallow and the New Biology Clinic

Our end-of-year gift to you is this "highlight reel" of sorts, featuring excerpts from the most listened-to episodes of 2024! Ginny Yurich covers how our children benefit from being outdoors. Dr. Olivia Lesslar explains how to communicate to our body that the coast is clear and that we’re in a safe space to heal. And Dr. Gabrielle Lyon goes over how strength training can help us avoid the “diseases of aging”: obesity, cancer, and diabetes. Listen and benefit from the insights each guest brings!   And check out each episode in its entirety: Wise Traditions podcast 458 “Get Your Kids Outside” with Ginny Yurich Wise Traditions podcast 464 “Repair and Reset Your Body with Safety Signaling” with Dr. Olivia Lesslar Wise Traditions podcast 466 “Build Muscle To Stay Strong & Live Long” with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon   Order the "11 Dietary Principles" book! Check out our sponsors: Green Pasture and Smidge  

Do you get overwhelmed thinking about making sourdough bread from scratch? Or homemade broths and soups? Mary Bryant Shrader of Mary's Nest is a YouTuber and educator who has a knack for demonstrating how simple (and tasty and economical) traditional cooking can be! Today, she shares some of her own story (including successes and failures along the way) of how she got into becoming a "modern kitchen pioneer". She goes over the biggest hurdles we face (like feeling too busy or too intimidated to get started), how to overcome them, and even what inspires her to keep going with traditional food cooking. Visit Mary's website: marysnest.com Go to our realmilk.com website for info on raw milk Check out our sponsors: Rosita and One Earth Health  

Homeopathy is a commonly practiced system of medicine, worldwide. And yet it is sometimes regarded with a fair amount of skepticism. Today, Dr. Lauri Grossman, President of the Board of Directors of the National Center for Homeopathy, addresses how (and why) to get started with homeopathy in your own home.   She tells the story of what originally sparked her own interest in homeopathy. She covers what it is and how it works. And how we can use it for our children, as a complement to conventional treatments. Dr. Lauri also offers simple first steps for applying it to our families' health and explains why you don't have to be "crunchy" to give homeopathy a try.   Visit Lauri's websites: drlaurigrossman.com and homeopathycenter.org Check out our sponsors: Nourishing Our Children, Optimal Carnivore, and Fat of the Land Watch the movie Dr. Lauri recommends: "Introducing Homeopathy"

Thrush, ear infections, sore throats, congestion, sleep issues and even postpartum infections. Author (and former RN) Erin O'Donnell offers alternatives to antibiotics for all of the above. She has concrete tips for which foods are richest in nutrients to ward off infections or help calm an upset stomach. She also offers recipes for soothing teas and remedies, along with lifestyle tips to avoid illnesses in the first place!   Visit Erin's website: fullyalivefamilies.com Check out the private Nourishing Our Children support groups See our sponsors: Paleo Valley and American Blossom Linens

Infertility is on the rise. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and postpartum depression is, too. Can diet help address these issues? And what’s the best diet to enhance fertility? Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist and the author of Real Food for Fertility, Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Today, Lily offers practical advice for tackling the issues mentioned above and more. Lily covers how to maximize micronutrients for mothers and mothers-to-be, even when on a budget. She gets specific about foods to include in the diet that enhance fertility and combat insulin resistance (a central factor in PCOS). She also goes over why a protein-rich diet is critical for nourishment pre- and post-partum for better energy, satiety and to combat nutritional deficiencies. Finally, she offers insights on breastfeeding and how to deal with overwhelm in the first few months following giving birth. Visit Lily's website: lilynicholsrdn.com Go to Nourishing Our Children Check out ou

Animal fats enhance fertility. Babies benefit from breastfeeding but should not be exclusively breastfed for their entire first year. Women should consider giving birth in a hospital! These are just a few of the controversial views that Sally Fallon Morell shares on today's episode.   Sally is the President and Founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, and, as such, she offers valuable insights based on ancestral wisdom related to fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth. She covers dietary choices to enhance conception, and to hasten postpartum recovery. She also goes over how to best nourish a baby and why baby formula is so problematic.   Visit Sally's website for her blog: nourishingtraditions.com Find WAPF's resources in Spanish: WAPF en español Check out our sponsors: One Earth Health and American Blossom Linens

How important is it to feed your family organic food? Is baby-led weaning a good idea? Should you give in to your picky eaters' preferences? And how do you equip your teens to make better nutritional choices when they're away from home? Recorded LIVE at the Wise Traditions Conference in Orlando, a team of experts addresses all of the above. They share insights on fertility, conception, and the power of nutrient-dense traditional diets in promoting health across generations. They share stories about the importance of organic food for avoiding glyphosate, including organ meats for overcoming infertility, and how to nourish your family deeply, even on a budget. Whether you have a family, or hope to have one someday, this panel provides insights for nourishing deeply. Connect with our guests: Zen Honeycutt - Moms Across America  Pam Schoenfeld - Women and Family Nutrition Sandrine Perez - Nourishing Our Children and Nourishing Our Children Facebook Groups Christine Muldoon - Nourish the Littles Sally Fallon Morel

To celebrate this milestone epsiode, we are sharing sotries from guests who have resolved health challenges thanks to nutrient-rich diets and traditional wisdom. You'll hear from Saritah on addressing military-related weight issues with keto principles and nutrient-rich foods; Corey Dunn on managing her child's severe eczema by eliminating gluten and dairy; and Janine Farzin on revitalizing her diet with sacred foods high in fat-soluble vitamins. Medea Galligan breaks down the importance of fermented soy products and the pitfalls of non-fermented soy, while Erin Meschke recounts her recovery from a challenging childhood through dietary changes. Finally, Kristen Files shares how living foods rejuvenated her energy levels. They each offer practical tips, along with captivating stories and insights into traditional dietary practices. Guest websites include: Saritah - WAPF chapter in Madison WI Corey Dunn - For Nutrient's Sake Janine Farzin - Offally Good Cooking Kristen Files - Forest Creek Wellness Erin Meschke

Oysters are a nutrient-rich powerhouse for the body--excellent for cognitive function, the immune system and even boosting mood. Why does liver get all the hype and press?! Stephen Kavanagh of Marine Health Foods, a marine biologist with over 30 years of experience explains why we can look to oysters for TONS of good stuff like zinc, protein, selenium, and more and what these can do for us. Stephen also expands on how unique oysters are, how good they are for the ocean, and what we can do to avoid overfishing them.   Connect with Stephen and learn more about Oyster Max Subscribe to Wise Traditions on Apple Podcasts Check out our sponsors Gray Toad Tallow and New Biology Clinic   Key Takeaways: Discussion on Mineral Deficiency and Obesity in Ireland Significance of Oysters as a Superfood Historical Consumption and Nutritional Value of Oysters Oyster Overfishing and Restoration Efforts Nutritional Content and Health Benefits of Oysters Impact of Modern Agriculture on Soil Depletion Environmental

How much fat should you eat? What about salt? And broth? Sally Fallon Morell, President and Founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, goes over today the 11 Wise Traditions dietary principles. She emphasizes how these principles are based on healthy traditional eating practices observed around the world…and how we can apply them wherever we live today! She explains how these ancient practices are backed by science. She reviews the “sacred foods” of indigenous peoples and goes over why they were so revered. She concludes the overview with tips for eating in such a way that sugar cravings are reduced. Tune in for practical advice on enhancing your diet for optimal health, rooted in time-tested traditions. Check out Sally’s blog: http://nourishingtraditions.com/ Order conference presentations: Fleetwood Onsite - http://fleetwoodonsite.com/ Visit our sponsors: One Earth Health and Green Pasture Key Takeaways: Principles of a Healthy Diet Food Preparation Techniques Nutritional Benefits of Animal Fats Nut

Is it bad to not take a rest day? What are the red flags that you're over-training (or maybe under-training)? Should women cycle-sync their workouts? Is cardio important or should we just focus on resistance training? Kelsee Moore is a strength and conditioning coach, coaching the best and brightest athletes and military service members in NCAA Division I athletics and Air Force Special Warfare.   Today, Kelsee tells us how to make the most of our workouts as women and she answers her most frequently asked questions like: How do we reduce our chances of injury? Should we rest our injuries or work through the pain? How quickly do we decondition if we take a break from training? What role does diet play? And what about rest? From her own experience as an athlete--running ultra-marathons and 50-mile races--and as a top-notch trainer who has worked with the best, Kelsee offers important insights and tips for training for optimal performance and health.   Go to Kelsee's website: heyyomooreandco.com Register for th

How can we loosen the grip of our devices? Do we own them or do they own us? Joey Odom is the founder of ARO, a company committed to helping us spend less time on our phones. Too much screen time can have a negative impact on our psychological and physical health. Depression, suicidal ideation, and anxiety are real outcomes from investing too much time on social media. In some ways, our phones have become like pacifiers and comfort objects for many of us. Today, Joey offers numerous strategies for reclaiming our lives and releasing our phones. He shares his stop/start philosophy and guidelines we can use as families to rein in the time we spend on our devices. Visit Joey's website goaro.com Register for the Wise Traditions conference at wisetraditions.org Check out our sponsors: PaleoValley and Smidge

Improved digestion. Clearer skin. Brain fog clearing up. These are some of the benefits of paying attention to the quality of ingredients that go into (and on) the body! Gubba Homestead, a leading figure in the homesteading and natural skincare community, experienced all of the above and then some. Her family’s health improved, too, as they began avoiding toxic chemicals and returning to more natural foods and products. Gubba tells her story today and also what led to her recent de-platforming on TikTok. (She was talking about the dangers of ingredients in sunscreen when her account was taken down.) She explains where her passion originated and why she won’t give up helping people uncover what’s in their food and skin care products. Finally, she also gets into what led her into homesteading and why she believes we can all become homesteaders in our own right (even if we live in the city)! Visit Gubba’s website: gubbahomestead.com Register for the Wise Traditions conference at wisetraditions.org Find your loca