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"The more micro narratives change, the more the bigger narrative will change."
The Magic That's Already Here
"Regenerative" has become another word we toss around without really feeling into what it means. Leon Bucher -Holistic Management Practitioner and consultant- invites us to slow down and look more closelyâwhy do most regenerative projects fail, and what actually creates the kind of change that lasts?
Here's what we discovered together: You can't have regenerative farms without regenerative farmers, regenerative communities, and daily practices that bring joy back into the work of living.
This Conversation is Brought to You by Late Bloomer Ranch
If you want to be part of this shift toward something brighter, this is your invitation. Our BloomBoxes deliver pasture-raised pork and eggs from our holistic ranch here in eastern Idaho directly to your tableâconnecting you to the land and the practices we explore in conversations like this one.
Come discover what real nourishment feels like at latebloomerranch.com
What We Explored Together
The obstacles we face aren't really about techniqueâthey're about fear, about trust, about the isolation that keeps us from trying something different. Change happens through relationship, not through programs or mandates from above. And maybe most importantly: learning to hold complexity instead of demanding simple answers. Both things can be true.
Where This Takes You
Visit the farms near you. Have real conversations. Support through relationship, not just transactions.
Keep the Conversation Going
Find Leon's work at @leon_regenerative_journeys on Instagram
Find farms near you: Search for "[your location] + regenerative farm" and go visitThis conversation sits at the intersection of agriculture, community, and the kind of spiritual practice that happens with your hands in the soilâfor anyone ready to move beyond buzzwords into the reality of regenerative living.
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Thanks for being here.
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In this episode of The Soft Focus Podcast, Corinne is joined by functional nutritionist, somatic health coach, and trauma-informed neurosomatic intelligence practitioner Kymber Maulden for a grounded conversation about what healing really meansâand why so many of us feel like weâre doing everything ârightâ and still not getting better.
They talk about chronic illness, nervous system regulation, symptom fixation, and the power of food and lifestyle as levers for true, lasting well-being. This isnât about chasing perfect healthâitâs about coming home to the body, even when itâs hard.
What Youâll Learn
What symptom resolution often missesWhy nervous system regulation is the foundation for sustainable healingHow food and somatics work together to create real changeHow trauma impacts digestion, hormones, and energyWhy you donât have to hustle for your healingWho This Episode Is For
Women navigating burnout, chronic symptoms, or hormonal chaosListeners exhausted by rigid protocols or âwellness hustleâAnyone looking for a nervous-system-first approach to healthPeople healing from trauma and seeking more safety in the bodyResources + Links
Learn more about Kymberâs work @kymbermauldenOrder nutrient-dense, pasture-raised pork latebloomerranch.comUse code SOFTFOCUS15 for 15% off your first BloomBoxIf this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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â Corinne -
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In this eye-opening episode of The Soft Focus, Corinne challenges conventional wisdom about pork, revealing how pastured, corn and soy-free pork offers remarkable nutritional, environmental, and hormonal benefits. Discover why this misunderstood meat might be the perfect addition to your dietâespecially for women recovering from depletion or seeking hormonal balance.
What You'll Learn
The crucial differences between pastured and conventional porkHow pork's nutrient profile compares to grass-fed beef and lambKey nutrients in pork that support female hormonal healthThe environmental benefits of integrating pigs in pasture systemsTips for sourcing high-quality, nutrient-dense porkNutrient Highlights (8 oz pork chop with fat cap)
Protein: 51g (102% DV)Thiamine (B1): 1.2mg (100% DV)â10x more than beefZinc: 5.5mg (50% DV)âsupports ovulation & hormone productionSelenium: 55mcg (100% DV)âsupports thyroid & fertilityVitamin D: ~60 IUâhigher than beef or lambPotassium: 1080mg (23% DV)âsupports adrenal and metabolic healthPUFAs: Only ~1.5g thanks to a clean, soy-free dietWhy This Matters
Not all pork is created equal. When raised properly on pasture with natural diets, pork becomes a nutritional powerhouse especially beneficial for women supporting hormonal balance or recovering from burnout and postpartum depletion. This episode connects thoughtful food choices with both personal health and regenerative agriculture.
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Welcome back to The Soft Focus!
Imagine a food system where our choices aren't just guided by labels like "organic" or "grass-fed," but by deep relationships, integrity, and care. In today's solo episode, we're peeling back the layers of industrial marketing and exploring what it truly means to nourish ourselvesâand our communitiesâthrough conscious connection to our food.
Inside the Conversation: What You'll Discover
This heartfelt episode is for you if you:
Want to deepen your understanding of food sourcing beyond buzzwordsAre curious about the real practices behind food labelsBelieve food choices can be a revolutionary act of relationship and stewardshipWant practical ideas for supporting ethical, relationship-centered farmsTogether, we'll explore:
Why Labels Arenât Enough: How marketing tactics like greenwashing mislead consumers, and why relationship over checklist matters.The Loss of Family Farms: Whatâs truly at stake when we lose small farmsâand how that loss affects our health, environment, and communities.The Power of True Nourishment: How food raised with care impacts not only nutrition but our vitality, joy, and connection to the earth.Your Role in Healing the Food System: Practical, empowering steps you can take to align your eating habits with your values.Sponsored by BloomBoxes from Late Bloomer Ranch
Fuel your meals with purpose! Our BloomBoxes deliver ethically-raised, regenerative pork straight from Late Bloomer Ranch to your doorstep. Every box supports a food system built on integrity, stewardship, and care.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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In this weekâs episode of Soft Focus, Iâm joined by Dr. Erin Borbetâlicensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and doulaâfor a nourishing conversation on womenâs hormone health from a Traditional Chinese Medicine perspective.
Together, we explore what it means to live with our cycles rather than in resistance to them. Erin shares how TCM views the phases of a womanâs lifeâmenstruation, fertility, perimenopause, and menopause and beyondânot as problems to be fixed, but as sacred windows of transformation and renewal. We talk about how the energetics of food, the importance of rest, and simple, seasonal practices can deeply support hormonal balance and long-term vitality.
We also discuss the difference between protein and good protein, and why quality and energetics matter so much when it comes to nourishing a womanâs body. Erin offers gentle insight into the all-too-common state of running on fumes in midlife, and how we can begin to restore from a place of wisdom and rhythm, rather than depletion and force.
This conversation is both grounding and illuminatingâa reminder that the answers weâre seeking are often already within us, waiting to be remembered.
In this episode, we explore:
How Traditional Chinese Medicine understands womenâs hormonal healthWhy seasonal and cyclical living supports balance and energyThe importance of good protein and food energetics in nourishmentHow to support yourself in fertility, perimenopause, and midlifeThe cost of pushing against our hormonal rhythmsâand whatâs possible when we stopThe role of herbs, rest, and ritual in long-term vitalityConnect with Dr. Erin Borbet
erinborbet.com
Sponsored by BloomBoxes from Late Bloomer Ranch
Fuel your family's meals with purpose! Our BloomBoxes deliver ethically-raised, nourishing pork directly to your doorstep. Every box is a statement of support for regenerative, community-focused farming. Use code SOFTFOCUS15 for 15% off your order!
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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Imagine a world where food isn't just a commodity, but a connection to community, sustainability, and hope. In this powerful episode, we're diving deep into the heart of America's food system with Austin Frerick, author of Barons: Money, Power, and the Corruption of America's Food Industry.
Meet Austin Frerick: Champion of Food Justice
More than just an author, Austin is a passionate advocate for transforming our agricultural landscape. His groundbreaking book Barons isn't just researchâit's a rallying cry for anyone who believes that how we grow our food matters. Critically acclaimed by Publishers Weekly and Kirkus Reviews, his work shines a light on the hidden stories behind our food systems.
Inside the Conversation: What You'll Discover
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who:
Cares about where their food comes fromWants to support small farmersBelieves in building stronger, more resilient communitiesSeeks to understand the real story behind our food supplyWe'll explore:
The personal journey that inspired BaronsHow big corporations are reshaping farming in rural communitiesThe truth behind agricultural "efficiency"Practical ways to support local food systemsStrategies for rural economic resilienceWhy This Matters to You
As farmers, mothers, community builders, and conscientious consumers, we have the power to create change. Austin's insights offer a roadmap for reimagining agricultureânot just as an industry, but as a vital part of our shared community ecosystem.
Sponsored by BloomBoxes from Late Bloomer Ranch
Fuel your family's meals with purpose! Our BloomBoxes deliver ethically-raised, nourishing pork directly to your doorstep. Every box is a statement of support for regenerative, community-focused farming.
Together, we can cultivate a future where food connects, nourishes, and empowers.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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Thanks for being here.
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Welcome back to Soft Focus! Today, weâre diving into winter garden planningâensuring a thriving, resilient harvest for 2025. Whether you're a beginner or seasoned gardener, these expert strategies from Late Bloomer Ranch and my kitchen gardens will set you up for success.
Though itâs winter, now is the ideal time to prepare your garden. Strategic planning now leads to a bountiful harvest, so letâs explore essential steps for a productive growing season.
What Youâll Learn:
Many gardeners overestimate their capacity, buying too many seeds and planting more than they can maintain.A well-thought-out garden plan creates a manageable, efficient, and enjoyable growing experience.Understanding your USDA zone, frost dates, and latitude ensures proper timing and crop selection.Prioritize growing food you love and will actually eat for a rewarding and practical harvest.Companion planting enhances biodiversity, attracts pollinators, and naturally deters pests.Herbs and flowers provide culinary, medicinal, and ecological benefits while beautifying your space.Seasonal experimentation allows for adaptation, learning, and long-term garden success.Short growing seasons benefit from techniques like indoor seed starting, row covers, and succession planting.Latitude affects plant performance, so selecting region-appropriate varieties is key.Whether gardening in containers, raised beds, or a homestead, intentional planning leads to optimal yields.This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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Imagine a perfect superfood, that was abundantly available and chock full of essential vitamins and minerals.
That superfood is pork liver! As in, the largest organ in the pigâs body. In fact, all organ meats are nutrient-dense and have so much to offer.
Are you curious about organ meats, but also a little grossed out? Or maybe youâve hopped on the desiccated liver capsule train, but arenât really sure how much or how often you should be taking them? Perhaps youâve had organ meats in one capacity or another, but been scarred by the metallic taste, or the opaque supply chain with quality concerns?
If so, this episode is for you!
Today, Corinne is talking about eating liver, kidney, and heart for your health and making it taste amazing. The truth is, eating organs is an essential part of radical health. And, they are abundantly available! But, not all organs are created equal, and you donât have to eat them every single day. Even a few ounces a week have been linked to better energy, clearer skin, better immune response, improved cardiovascular health and more.
Corinne isnât a doctor or nutritionistâ she is a farmer and rancher, and she shares her experience here.
Corinne discusses:
How her vanity led her to an interest in organ meats. The first pig heart failure What are organ meats? What is offal?Why organ meats are more nutritious than muscle meatThe link between industrial agriculture and organ meats falling out of fashionKey nutrients in liverWhy pork liver might be a better fit for you than beef liverKey nutrients in kidneyKey nutrients in heart Why do we need these key nutrients?How to conceptualize organ meat portions? Why you need to be aware of vitamin A How Corinne meal plans in her house to integrate organsHolistic perspective on eating whole animals Misconceptions about eating liver and kidney The importance of sourcing your organ meats from trustworthy farmers using biologically appropriate feeds Cooking tips and notes from the kitchen Primal Ground Porkâ the cheat code Super easy organ meat cooking hackTag latebloomerranch in your cooking adventures!
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA. Right now, check out the Winterâs Bliss Box for the most nutritious cuts of pork, including the primal ground pork full of organ meats.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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Thanks for being here.
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After a little hiatus, the Soft Focus is back. And todayâs episode is a deep dive into the world of gheeâ an ancestral superfood of clarified butter.
Sheerlie Ryngler, the woman behind cult ghee brand Belly of the Sun, is on the podcast today sharing the magic of healthy fat. At Belly of the Sun, she clarifies grass-fed butter and blends it with powerful herbs to make amazing treats that nourish body and spirit. Not only is her ghee sumptuous and full of nutrition, it is also crafted to support mood, immunity, fertility and more.
Corinne and Sheerlie discussâ
Why Ghee?Herbal ghee as a way to stack functionsSacred traditions around the world celebrating ghee, milk, etcFat fueling abundance and safety Chronic misunderstanding of fat in the diet The interplay of fat, safety, fertility, and resilienceThe various body systems that rely on fatThe essence of being and feeling nourishedHow Sheerlie makes her blendsThe power of direct-experience with herbsHow Sheerlie sources her productsSierra Nevada cheese companyWhy grass-fed, pasture-raised butter is differentThe key detail about getting enough vitamin DThe power of ancestral practices The nutritional profile of ghee, and why it might be better for people sensitive to dairy How food sensitivities are mostly reversibleCorinneâs personal experience getting over her food sensitivities The radical power of simplicitySheerlieâs experience moving to a rural area from an urban upbringing How coming home to ourselves can be a challenging process Sheerlieâs new direction with Belly of the Sun Our societal misconceptions about premium food products Why some food on grocery stores shelves is so cheapThe importance of raising prices and valuing ourselves in our businesses Sheerlieâs view on living with deeper intention and clarity Connecting the dots between our choices and what we wish to create in the world Digging deep to find strength when it feels like everything is stacked against youInterested in connecting with Sheerlie? Find her online www.bellyofthesun.com and on instagram bellyofthesun.
Check out the amazing sampler box of ghee and get hooked for yourself.
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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Thanks for being here.
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âIs your baby sleeping okay?â is probably the #1 question new parents get when they bring a new child into the world. And of course it is! Sleep is essential. But it is also a hot topic, and there are many opinions about how to do it ârightâ.
How Brittâs experience being sleep trained herself translated into a passion for sleep education decades laterThe perils of late-night Google searching in the throes of parenting strifeReconnecting with intuition around sleep and parenting in general The history of âsleep trainingââ why is it mainstreamWhy some believe cosleeping is not only suboptimal, but even harmfulThe science behind bed-sharing in infants and resilienceThe Nurture RevolutionResponsiveness day and night as supportive for brain developmentWhat Britt refers to as a âfoundation of safetyâDiscernible differences Brittâs clients are seeing with children being raised with and without sleep trainingGetting trapped in parenting as a âlabor of loveâWhy you donât need to manipulate your babyâs sleepHelping our children learn to trust their bodiesBrittâs emphasis on normalizing contact sleeping, and stop pathologizing infant sleepWhy women are so scared of advocating for ourselves and our babiesCounteracting the tendency towards the martyr complexDr Sophie Brock and the Perfect Mother MythThe way womenâs brains are wired to caretake infants in groupsHow living in a âvillage-lessâ culture contributes to the prevalence of sleep trainingBrittâs personal rhythms of living and working with her small childrenHow Britt supports women returning to work and wanting to integrate children into their careersEmbodying a family-centered way of living, and why that paradigm shift matters Integrating children into our daily livesHunt, Gather, ParentWhen couples need to come together and get on the same page about sleep The importance of learning your babyâs cuesServe and ReturnBrittâs work with parents 1 on 1, and her group Cuddle CrewThe critical importance of nervous system work for mothersConnect with Britt at goodnightmoonchild.com and on IG
Todayâs guest is Brittany Chambers, and she has a lot to say about the natural, biological rhythms of infant sleep. Brittany is an Infant and Family Sleep Specialist, on a mission to help parents return to their intuition and connect more with their babies. She shares some keen insights about why you can stop trying to manipulate baby sleep (at all), how she embodies a family-centered way of living, and the joys of raising babies from a âfoundation of safetyâ.
If youâre a new parent, looking to become a parent, or know someone who is, be sure to check out Brittanyâs wisdom. And of course, share it with someone who you know would enjoy it.
Corinne and Britt discuss:If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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Thanks for being here.
â Corinne -
We are back with another solo episode on the podcast. Today, Corinne is diving into the (sometimes thorny) topic of motherhood. This time, the context is in agriculture.
This isnât about advice, and itâs not a how-to. This is simply a personal reflection on how Corinne wound up raising babies at Late Bloomer Ranch, and her general philosophy around parenting.
In this episode, Corinne dives into:
A holistic approach to parenting, and life The interconnectedness of ranching and motherhoodHer personal resistance to getting married, and having childrenHer background and early preference for urban lifeHow farming came into her life by accidentThe Late Bloomer Ranch Story with Corinne and Elliana The ways that farming healed her, and her life in recovery When things started to shift, and how she knew she actually did want to have children The similarities of motherhood and farmingHow Corinne thinks about the core principles of holism in parenting Accepting all feelings with boundaries and limitsDealing with overwhelmAsking for helpJoys of children connecting with the more-than-human worldBringing children into all aspects of the birth-death cycle Lastly, tips for selecting livestock for your own small acreage and homestead endeavors.This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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â Corinne -
Dani Beinstein is back on the podcast today, gracing us with her ever-growing wisdom and grace. The topic du jour is change, from the inside out, and adapting to life as it is showing up right now.
In some ways, change is inevitableâ âthe only constant is changeâ, as the cliche goes. Yet, on the other hand, letting go of challenging behaviors and patterns can be incredibly difficult and sometimes completely impossible. Where do these truths meet?
If youâve ever woken up and looked in the mirror and felt tired of your own self-deceptions, this episode is for you. Itâs not a discussion about how to improve productivity or how to break old habitsâ this is a soul-deep discussion of who we really are at our core, and how we can come into deeper communion with that truth.
Danielleâs near death experience, and how it shifted her orientation from being âethereal, to rootedâ How relationship has also changed her perspective on the world, and the natural world The role of the body in change, and how cultural conditioning has alienated the body Danielleâs belief that we get the lessons we need, in whatever form they will be most effective Soul contracts, and how to explore them Resisting the urge to reach for certainty, and to rush through life How we are all ârentingâ, at the end of the dayDanielleâs love for her dogs, and how they open up the exploration of loving with the awareness that this too shall pass The role of resourcing ourselves to be steady through massive upheaval The power of ritual to initiate, or guide us through, radical change Danielleâs role in interpreting charts to see where the soul contracts and karmic patterns live Outer planetsâ Saturn, Neptune, Uranus, Plutoâ and what they might mean in an astrological chartLooking at the role of the massive, tectonic, technological shifts in our society today Danielleâs experience coming of age in the time of the creation of the modern internet The Alphabet Versus the Goddess by Leonard ShlainRasputin by Douglas SmithHow weâve lost interest in what is trueUsing technology with intention
Corinne and Danielle discuss:Interested in connecting with Danielle? Find her online www.daniellebeinstein.com and on instagram @danibeinstein. She is available for one-on-one astrological counseling sessions and new moon circles in Nashville and on Zoom.
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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Thanks for being here.
â Corinne -
Dani Beinstein is back on the podcast today, gracing us with her ever-growing wisdom and grace. The topic du jour is change, from the inside out, and adapting to life as it is showing up right now.
In some ways, change is inevitableâ âthe only constant is changeâ, as the cliche goes. Yet, on the other hand, letting go of challenging behaviors and patterns can be incredibly difficult and sometimes completely impossible. Where do these truths meet?
If youâve ever woken up and looked in the mirror and felt tired of your own self-deceptions, this episode is for you. Itâs not a discussion about how to improve productivity or how to break old habitsâ this is a soul-deep discussion of who we really are at our core, and how we can come into deeper communion with that truth.
Corinne and Danielle discuss:
Fundamental change requires we take stock of our present reality, no matter how painfulHow lifeâs events can catalyze big changesGrief and how powerful it can be in facilitating massive shiftsRites of passageConducting a personal inventory Temporary and topical change The idea of âpulling a geographicâ Humility and asking for help during tumultuous times The power of bearing witness, and being witnessedHow critically important relationships are in our own growth and evolutionThe Story of Us The Phantom TollboothIsis by Bob DylanThe key differences between changes we initiate versus changes that are forced upon us Daniâs experience getting in touch with her own reactivity, and leaving the self-policing behind The messy nature of entanglement, and accepting our deeper humanity The critical role humor plays in our own personal evolution For more on Daniâs near death experience, the nature of soul contracts, and moreâ check out part 2 of this episode.Interested in connecting with Danielle? Find her online www.daniellebeinstein.com and on instagram @danibeinstein. She is available for one-on-one astrological counseling sessions and new moon circles in Nashville and on Zoom.
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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Thanks for being here.
â Corinne -
Todayâs guest is Lauren Palmer of Bloomsbury Farm in Smyrna, Tennessee. Bloomsbury Farm is a diversified organic farm, with a host of vegetables, fruits, flowers, events, and even a small school onsite. Itâs a cornucopia in a beautiful and romantic area of the country, less than an hour outside of Nashville.
On todayâs show, Lauren walks Corinne through the evolution of her farm business, how she has grown as a farmer and entrepreneur, and all the things that keep her excited for new growth. Lauren shares the importance of leaning on her amazing team, the important role of her family members in building out her bigger vision, what she loves most about her multi-faceted farm business, and so much more. Itâs a great conversation for anyone who is looking to diversify their farm, or is interested in small-scale farming in general!
Corinne and Lauren discuss:
Laurenâs family farming backgroundâIn the worst-case scenario, we are all gonna eatâ The evolution of Bloomsbury Farm in collaboration with chefs and farmersâ market customers Why Lauren likes to leave all the proverbial doors open, and keep things fresh and moving on her farm The importance of trusting amazing staff Employee appreciation and the âBloomsbury Hugâ The changes at Bloomsbury farm over the years, and how that brought everyone closer togetherThe challenges of growing sprouts, and the growth that came from overcoming the challengeLaurenâs experience of her own creativity in her marketing and displaysBloombury Events and how that came into creationWhen selling kale at $4/bunch isnât cutting itHow Lauren has balanced risks and rewards with agritourism at Bloomsbury FarmThe challenges in farming that have made Lauren a better business owner, mother, friend, etc. Why Lauren decided to add Bloomsbury School The evolution from summer camp to schoolLaurenâs role in learning the new curriculum and stewarding the school project The ways that Laurenâs family share their skills and perspectives to help her develop new projects and programs How Lauren crowdsources ideas and filters them through her own intuition The ways Lauren unwinds to stay fresh and inspired on her farm Laurenâs hopes and dreams of creating a cookbook, or coffee table book in the future
Find Lauren and Bloomsbury Farm online and on instagram!This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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Thanks for being here.
â Corinne -
Do you just love local flowers? Are you a designer or grower yourself? This episode is for you.
Ellen Frost is a floral designer, and owner of Local Color Flowers in Baltimore, Maryland. Over the past 16 years, Ellen built a business from a passion for flowers and a connection to local farms in her area. Through several key changes and evolutions, Ellen has taken her original concept of arranging local, wedding florals for friends into a multi-faceted business with both brick-and-mortal and online offerings.
Through the story of the growth of her business, Ellen also illuminates how she built up personal confidence in her craft, resisted the endless push to scale her business, developed her own supply chains, and found her voice as an educator. It was such an illuminating episode for us, and we know you will learn so much from Ellen, too.
Corinne and Ellen discuss:
Why Ellen was initially attracted to working with local flowers Ellenâs journey from working with affordable housing development to a custom flower shop focusing on local productionEllenâs intention to make local flowers available for any wedding at any budget The differences in flower quality and pricing with local versus commercial flowers How Ellen spends just as much time educating clients, as she does designing Factoring employee wages, land access, and environmental inputs create higher pricing in flower marketsEllenâs practice for choosing clients, and helping them understand her businessGrowing into confidence in her craft, and learning to say ânoâ to opportunities that are not the right fitHow Ellen navigates the potential pitfalls of working with smaller, local producersEllenâs journey building relationships with farmers in the mid-Atlantic Building a supply chain from zeroWhy seeing the long-game is essential Ellenâs experience as an entrepreneur learning the floral businessGetting out of the growth-at-all-costs mindset, and Ellen discovering her sweet-spot in terms of scaleThe way Ellen has added more educational opportunities in her business, and how that has accommodated her changing vision and needsThe excitement Ellen sees burgeoning around local flowersThe three flowers Ellen *always* purchases locally Ellenâs free weekly newsletterâ you want to subscribe!If you want to connect with Ellen Frost (and trust us, you do), there are a few places to find her online: Local Color Flowers, Ellen Frostâs personal site, and instagram.
Find her newsletter here
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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Today we are doing something a little bit different: taking time to reflect on some of the major lessons from a year of podcasting, and interviewing incredible guests.
Corinne is on the mic today, solo, unpacking the major takeaways from the formative episodes on the podcast. Taking the time to look back and review is a life hack that always leads to big breakthroughs and improvements. Using that same tool to assess the podcast, and field some questions from our regular listeners, is the name of the game today.
The concept of taking stock of your experience, right nowHow being present with our challenges is not always the same as being challenged in the presentLeaning into the discomfort of a growth edgeMaking decisions from a place of response instead of reactionSeeing the challenges in life as opportunities for wholenessHow the values we have are not always reflected in our actionsPractices for coming into communion with our values, and being more whole-heartedWhy deep, soul-level self-care is importantThe ways that we convince ourselves that our nourishment isnât important How outsourcing our personal responsibility to care for ourselves can seem easierWhy gadgets and hacks will not replace true self-careThe joy of connecting with your natural environmentStarting with exactly where you are, physicallyHow the place where we live can often mirror the same principles we work through on daily basis The birth > growth > death cycle on a macro and micro scale Podcast guest feedbackUpdates on the Late Bloomer Ranch farm incubatorHow Late Bloomer Ranch approaches crop planningAdvice for those new to crop planning, a loose frameworkHow and why children are important on the farm Hereâs to another great year!
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For some, in the digital age, life feels faraway and disconnected. As if each and every part of life comes from a separate factory, Amazonâed right to our front doors. Todayâs guest, Grace Gurganus, wanted to connect the dots and have a more immediate connection with her lived experience. She set out to make an impact in her local food system in southern Oregon, and experienced a radical change in lifestyle and career.
Grace is a mobile butcher, meaning she earns her keep traveling from farm to farm and slaughtering animals onsite. It wasnât the life she expected to have, but the life she found from following her heart and trusting the process along the way. On todayâs episode, Corinne and Grace not only discuss the story of how Grace wound up on the âkill truckâ, but also how her work experience has shaped her life and healed some deep wounds. Itâs a powerful conversation for anyone interested in getting to the heart of the matterâ the line between life and death, and how by doing challenging things, life becomes easier.
Corinne and Grace talk about:
Graceâs circuitous journey to become a mobile butcher How Graceâs vision transitioned from a future of being the butcher cutting meat, to the butcher performing on-farm slaughterThe power of Grace showing up, and being willing to learnGraceâs first day on the âkill truckâGraceâs relationship to her empathy, in context with her workSlowdown FarmsteadStart a Farm Where flowery language meets the lived experience âThereâs no practice cowâWhy Grace is always going to be the person who slaughters her own livestockWhat is lost when we prioritize efficiency over everything else in animal agricultureHow Grace embraces the varying shades of morality in her workThe reason doing hard things made Graceâs life so much easier The ways butchering brings Grace home to herselfGraceâs journey with her motherâs cancer diagnosis, and eventual deathWalking through the fears around losing loved ones, and learning to let goThe way Grace feels her motherâs essence in her everyday lifeThe power of beginning change right in your own community
Connect with Grace on instagram @gracieg_goodkarmafarmThis episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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Thanks for being here.
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Creating something beautiful requires talent, humility, and grit. In our digital world, we often want to gloss over the less glamorous parts of the process, and focus exclusively on the end-product, the perfected image of a job well done. But, underneath any craft or creation is a story of a maker, and how they developed their unique gifts.
Christy Sing Robertson, todayâs guest, wasnât always a hatter. In fact, the decision to create custom hats came later in life by way of an intuitive pull. Since starting on her journey, Christy has created not only a custom hat company focused on premium-quality bespoke hats, but also a new way of life and flow for herself and her family.
On todayâs episode, Christy generously walks us through her journey in finding her creative passion, her commitment to timelessness and quality, how she overcame adrenal burnout, and all the ways that connecting with her boundaries and non-negotiable needs have driven her to grow personally and professionally.
Christy and Corinne discuss:
Whatâs the ethos of Sing Hat CompanyChristyâs intuitive nudge to take a hat making apprenticeship How Christy chose to trust her process in making a big pivot and developing her craft The humility to learn something new, and put the time in to learn The way Christy imprints her personal style and interest in timelessness in her hatsHow COVID changed the trajectory of Sing Hat Company for the better Why making a hat the slow way is better The ways obstacles in business can be gateways to creating better outcomesChristyâs journey learning to appreciate imperfections, and creating balance in her life Boundaries in business and why they matterHow Christy has learned to care for herself on a deeper level, so she can better care for her family Christyâs choice to have her business revolve around her family life, and not the other way aroundThe ways mothering and motherhood can reflect internal healing and personal growth They ways Sing Hat Company has taught Christy how to motherChristyâs experience with adrenal burnout Where Christy finds her inner creativityChop Wood, Carry Water by Rick FieldsThe War of Art by Stephen PressfieldThe systems Christy uses to make her creativity flow betterEpisode with Meghan Wallace JamesChristyâs flow working independently and also connecting with other makersFind Christy at the Old Salt Festival!Connect with Christy online at SingHatCo.com!
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the contine
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
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What does it mean to feel fulfilled, feel secure? Todayâs guest, Sena Maria, has a few ideas to get you started on your path of low-anxiety living and radical nourishment. It all starts with real, whole, animal-based foods.
Sena Maria is a mineral nutritional balancing practitioner, and sheâs going to walk you through why animal foods matter, how to learn to trust your bodyâs cravings again, and become more resilient and healthy overall. Instead of overly-complicated instructions with ingredients from far-off places, Sena encourages her clients to look towards foods that excite them, and to plug in ingredients from responsible small-farms raising animals the right way. The results are nothing short of radical, and todayâs episode is definitely worth a listen if you find yourself feeling run-down, under-fed, or restricted by food.
Sena and Corinne discuss:
Why we need to focus on nutrient density instead of calorie density in foodWhy meat is important, and the magic of minerals How plant-only diets are deficient Senaâs view on supplementation and whole-food dietsMother natureâs mineral rations in foods, and how minerals are balancedExploring animal foods beyond meat Utilizing traditional cooking methods The real problem with the Standard American Diet How Sena focuses on food that is exciting and palatable for her clientsThe beauty of bone broth The deeper sense of stability and fulfillment that comes as side effect of becoming deeply nourished Psychological symptoms of mineral deficiencySenaâs metaphor of a âmineral bank accountâ and how we borrow from the future to pay for the present Stress as the number 1 offender in mineral depletionWhy our systems in the modern day are so much more sensitive than they used to be in the past How Sena looks at basic metabolic factors of healthUsing our experience in the present to âknowâ if we are healthy Viewing sugar cravings a sign that the body needs energyFeeling empowered to eat what our bodies crave The relationship between âboss babeâ culture and the prevalence of fertility-related health issues Societal judgements around inherently feminine traitsBuilding community around motherhood and creating new paradigms for business and parentingFind her on instagram @sena__maria, or sena-maria.com, and join her amazing group program!
This episode was brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch. Be sure to check our farm-raised yarn, flower essences, and BloomBoxes available to ship in the continental USA.
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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Thanks for being here.
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If youâve ever wondered about natural fibers, you are going to love this episode. And Iâm not just saying that because todayâs guest is my sister, Claire McAndrews Oliver. Claire is a Product Line Manager at Patagonia, and has spent her career working in apparel and understanding the process of imagining a garment and bringing it to life.
Claire and I delve into the world of fiber and apparel, and attempt to shine a light on how the industry works, and why fiber matters. In todayâs world, the process of creating a garment is complicated, and can cover several continents. If you want to add another layer of intentionality to your life, maybe start with your closet.
Claire guides me through the following:
What are natural fibers? The history and process of synthetic fibers How technical performance changes the fiber landscapeLate Bloomer Ranch yarnHow wool is keratin-based, just like human hairThe performance attributes of natural versus synthetic fibers Why body odor can be impacted by synthetic fibers The sheer number of distinct chemicals required to create polyester How to read your clothing material labelThe difference between manufactured cellulose and natural cellulose fibers Implications beyond chemicals in fiber processing and production PFAS in clothing productionIssues and constrains in regulating the apparel industry Why slow-fashion is more expensiveMaking consumer choices based on values and first-principles How the downfall of American manufacturing plays into the revival of ethical apparel Opening our eyes to the truth of the manufacturing industryHow the apparel industry can be a black box How Claire celebrates regional and ancestral knowledge in the production of natural fibers FibershedWhy Claire likes to shop small brands, for the artistry and commitment to the craftThe connection between agriculture and textilesHow Claire crafts her closet Why more people need to pick up the craft of tailoringEmbracing limitations as inspiration How Claire brings the fun, the art, and creative ways of being back into clothingConnect with Claire: On instagram @good_chit
This episode is brought to you by Late Bloomer Ranch, a holistic ranch in the Teton Valley raising meat, eggs, wool, and cut-flowers of the utmost quality with integrity to match. Late Bloomer Ranch has Bloom Boxes for saleâ the choicest cuts of meat packaged to ship throughout the lower 48 states. Check out Bloom Boxes, Flower Essences, Yarn & more at latebloomerranch.com
If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend or leave a reviewâit helps this work grow.
Subscribe to The Soft Focus PodcastAnd if youâre craving food that aligns with your values, donât forget to order from the ranch. Itâs nourishment that supports your body and the soil.
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IG@latebloomerranch
Thanks for being here.
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