The Rooted Rebellion Podcast

Hey friends, and welcome back to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! Join Ashton as she sits down with Alissa LaChance, owner and operator of Dirt Rich Compost, located in Columbia Falls, Montana. Alissa shares her journey from beginner composter, to leader of a business that diverts one million pounds of food scraps from the land fill annually. In this episode, you'll learn:The ways compost empowers peopleWhat compost offers our natural worldHow compost embraces the shadows of our societyThe dangers of composting gone wrong Where your can begin your composting journey Follow Alissa's work at:Instagram: @dirtrichcompostFacebook: Dirt Rich Compost Website: https://www.dirtrichcompost.com/The Compost Coach by Kate Flood:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/85165412-the-compost-coachJoin the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion Podcast

In this episode, Brenan Hammer of Headwaters RC & D joins Ashton and shares a groundbreaking survey that captures community needs and uncovers the real reasons behind food insecurity in Butte, MT. Together they break down how transportation gaps, market dominance by corporate giants, and soil safety concerns hinder local food systems, and explore practical solutions like food education, food hubs, raised beds, and composting to build resilience.Headwaters RC &D: https://www.headwatersrcd.org/food-and-agriculture-1Butte Community Farm: https://sw406eatlocal.org/butte-community-farm/Join the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywords: Local foods, food hub, mining, food access, community farm

Hey friends! In this episode of the Rooted Rebellion Podcast, author of Dirt to Soil, Gabe Brown shares his journey from conventional farmer to a pioneer in regenerative agriculture. He reflects on his challenging early years in farming, the lessons learned from adversity, and the importance of taking ownership in agricultural practices. Gabe emphasizes the need for a shift from sustainability to regeneration, advocating for a deeper understanding of natural ecosystems and the context in which farmers operate. He discusses the role of education in bridging the gap for change, the significance of consumer engagement, and the importance of community involvement in the regenerative movement. Throughout the conversation, Gabe highlights the necessity of trusting nature and the joy of making a positive impact in the lives of others.Understanding Ag:https://understandingag.com/Join our newsletter:https://orionfarmstead.com/rooted-rebellion-podcast/Follow us on Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast Keywords: Gabe Brown, regenerative agriculture, Understanding Ag, sustainability, resilience

Welcome back to The Rooted Rebellion Podcast! In this first episode of the new season, Ashton shares some operation-defining updates from Orion Farmstead, announces a special guest, and describes her food journey.Join us for this exciting new season and subscribe to our email newsletter for all the updates:https://orionfarmstead.com/rooted-rebellion-podcast/Follow us on Instagram! @rootedrebellion.podcastKeywords: binge eating, local food, regenerative agriculture, food journey

The season finale of the Rooted Rebellion Podcast reflects on the journey of Orion Farmstead's first season. Ashton Todd, Alexis Campestre, and Beau Milton discuss the challenges and triumphs of starting a farm and podcast, sharing personal insights and future plans. The episode highlights community building, lessons learned, and the excitement for the upcoming season.Join the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywordsRooted Rebellion, Orion Farmstead, community building, farming challenges, podcasting journey

Join Ashton and the ladies of Wild Wanders (Cathryn Raan and Sydney Morical) for an introduction to foraging! Cathryn and Sydney share the experiences that have led them to create their business and cover topics like:The need for wild plants in one's dietTips for beginner foragersPlant as teachersTheir business offerings and upcoming product launches!Ready to begin your foraging journey? Follow along for a firm foundation anchored in respect for the natural world.Joy Rebellion Plant Magic: https://wildwanders.love/pages/joy-rebellion-plant-magicAdventure Club: https://wildwanders.love/pages/adventure-clubCommunity Supported Apothecary: https://wildwanders.love/collections/community-supported-apothecaryMedicine Bundle: https://wildwanders.love/pages/medicine-bundleWild Wanders Wildcrafted Goodies: https://wildwanders.love/collections/wildcrafted-goodiesMontana Herbal Festival: https://mtherbalfest.org/Meadowsweet Herbs: https://www.meadowsweet-herbs.com/Keywords: forage, plant medicine, herbalism, women-owned, ancestors, food system, wild

Welcome to this week's episode of the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! Join Ashton for a solo dive into the victory gardens of the World Wars and the promising potential for their revival. Follow along as she unpacks the three steps you need to know to start your own victory garden!Green America Climate Victory Gardens: https://greenamerica.org/climate-victory-gardensJoin the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywords: Victory garden, WWI, WWII, climate change, community garden, Green America, sustainable food, nutritious food, home garden

Welcome again to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! In this episode, join Ashton and fellow Orion Farmstead team member Beau Milton for an in depth discussion of weed classification and herbicide application. Walk away with a better understanding of herbicide's role in an agricultural operation, its harmful effects and the plants we choose to target!Join the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywords: Herbicide, regenerative agriculture, sustainability, Montana, weed, holistic

Welcome to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! Join Ashton for a conversation with Erin Austin of Abundant Montana about the 33 x 33 for Montana Initiative. Dive into this inspiring effort to fill Montana's plates with 33% local food by 2033.33 x 33 for Montana Initiative — Abundant MontanaFind the Local Food Guide Magazine — Abundant MontanaJoin the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywords: Abundant Montana, 33 by 33 Initiative, Local Food, Food System, Sustainability, Community Partnerships, Food Security, Montana Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, Local Food Guide

Hey friends! Thanks for joining us back on the Rooted Rebellion Podcast. In this episode, Ashton welcomes Ryan Farnau, owner and operator of F-Stop Farm, to the show. Ryan shares his journey from a career in photography to sustainable farming in urban lots. Together, Ashton and Ryan reimagine what it means to farm and how we find ourselves living as a culture "out of context." Follow along to hear how our everyday actions contribute to a planet under duress and our capacity to heal alongside one another.F-stop FarmJoin the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion PodcastKeywords:urban farming, food apartheid, community farming, sustainable agriculture, local produce

Welcome back to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! In this episode, Ashton and Dr. Leah Bayens of the Berry Center Farm and Forest Institute explore the intersection of agriculture and literature, discussing how these fields intertwine and influence each other. They delve into:The meaning and importance of "place"Wendell Berry's contribution to agrarian literatureThe role of social media and digital technology in forming community dynamicsLiterature as "equipment for living well"Agrarian literature recommendationsJoin us today to discover the tie between a culture's agriculture and writing!Keywordsagriculture, literature, education, Berry Center, agrarian, technology, community, natureHome - The Berry CenterThe Berry Center Farm And Forest Institute - The Berry CenterBookstore at the Berry Center:  https://www.berrycenterbookstore.com/product/birds-of-opulence/1881?cp=true&sa=false&sbp=false&q=truehttps://www.berrycenterbookstore.com/product/the-unsettling-of-america/1321Join the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion Podcast

Hey friends, and welcome back to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! Join Ashton and Keilin Huang, the Development and Outreach Assistant Manager at Missoula-based nonprofit, Home Resource, for an insightful discussion of community waste management. In this episode, you'll hear:Stereotypes and realities of the zero-waste lifestyle The socio-economic barriers to zero waste and how communities can support individuals in overcoming these challengesThe importance of community collaboration in achieving zero-waste goals, especially in smaller cities like Missoula Keilin's personal experiences with dumpster diving, crafting, and other forms of creative reuse Tune in for today's discussion and learn how you can make waste management fun!Leading the Transition to a Circular Economy | Ellen MacArthur FoundationAshton's Email: ashton@orionfarmstead.comJoin the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion Podcast

Hey friends! Welcome back to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast. In this episode, Ashton and Kareen Erbe delve into the transformative world of permaculture. Kareen shares her journey from activism to permaculture, highlighting the philosophy's potential to foster community resilience and sustainable living. Together, they explore:the principles of permaculturepermaculture's application in modern society the personal growth permaculture inspires Tune in for an insightful discussion on how permaculture can guide us through times of transition and help us reconnect with the natural world.Broken Ground Permaculture Ashton's Email: ashton@orionfarmstead.comJoin the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram:@rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook:Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion Podcast

Hey friends, and welcome to the Rooted Rebellion Podcast! In our very first episode, you’ll meet the Orion Farmstead team—Ashton Todd, Alexis Campestre, and Beau Milton. Together, we share the winding roads that brought us to our farm in western Montana, the dream that started it all, and how regenerative agriculture can put power back on your plate. You’ll hear about:Our personal journeys into farming and food sovereigntyThe difference between self-reliance and self-sufficiencyThe founding of Orion Farmstead (a permaculture farmstay)Why food is more than fuel—it’s power, community, and resilienceBy the end of this episode, you’ll know why Rooted Rebellion exists and what it might mean for you, too.Join the podcast newsletter: Rooted Rebellion Podcast | Orion Farmstead - Orion FarmsteadJoin the Orion Farmstead Newsletter: Immersive Farm Stay in Ovando, Montana | Orion FarmsteadStay with Orion: Lodging Accommodations | Tiny Home, Container Home, GlampingFollow us on social media!Instagram: @rootedrebellion.podcast@orionfarmsteadFacebook: Orion FarmsteadThe Rooted Rebellion Podcast

Grab your friends and get ready to join the rebellion; Season 2 of the Rooted Rebellion Podcast is upon us! Join host Ashton Todd on February 11 for another season of education, connection, and the conversations that matter. Stay up-to-date on all the latest announcements and learn what guests will appear on this season by following the podcast on Instagram or following our email newsletter! Follow the podcast on Instagram: @rootedrebellion.podcastJoin the podcast newsletter: https://orionfarmstead.com/rooted-rebellion-podcast/Keywords: food sovereignty, regenerative agriculture, sustainability, local food, Gabe Brown, eco-wellness, agritourism