The Soil Sisters visited Fallen Oak Mycology to chat with the founder, Josh Googins, and COO Zahia Tawil, exploring the intersection of fungi, hemp, and regenerative agriculture. This conversation delves into how fungi and hemp can be harnessed for soil remediation, sustainable farming, and building. The episode discusses innovative nature-based solutions for fashion, construction, and plastic waste. Josh and Zahia share the realities, challenges, and creativity of scaling a sustainable mushroom operation. And if you’re curious to grow your fungi and up your culinary game, the duo offers practical insights into at-home cultivation and preparing mushrooms like a chef.

The Natural Gardener, John Dromgoole, joins the Soil Sisters in the KLKT studio in Lockhart, TX. John shares his origin story from his early days in South Texas to his influential career in Austin creating a world-class gardening destination known for its pioneering work in organic gardening and sustainable living. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including radio broadcasting, the benefits of organic gardening, planting tips and techniques, composting, urban gardening, and the role of community in spreading natural gardening knowledge. John emphasizes the importance of being open to learning from nature, communicating with plants, and using sustainable practices to nurture the soil and environment.