Wild Burro Podcast

Amanda is an artist and natural builder who recently finished a Southwest-inspired mural and cove light installation in one of my SuperAdobe domes. Hear how she gave up a secure but unsatisfactory life working for an architecture firm to live on the road and chase her dreams to create art and build truly sustainable natural structures.Sign up for an artistic plastering workshop with Amanda right here in Cochise, AZ this April! https://artplaster.rsvpify.com/Find Amanda on Instagram:Arc Ecodesign: https://www.instagram.com/arc_ecodesignPersonal profile: https://www.instagram.com/amanda_cavalloWatch a walkthrough of the mural and light cove here https://youtu.be/EK3mEUhroKwA video version of this interview is available here https://youtu.be/h9g2hP3P4icWild Burro content is available on Nostr, Instagram, Spotify and many other platforms. Find a full list here https://wildburro.net/ Thanks for watching!!!

Christian is an artist, activist and journalist covering water politics in Arizona and local issues in Cochise County. Hear how he went from musician to community lobbyist, his views on civic engagement, and how to do so sustainably. Visit the Ground Party Papers and Arizona Water Agenda newsletters to read his work:https://groundparty.beehiiv.com/https://azwateragenda.substack.com/--I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on Spotify, YouTube, or the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Ashlyn is the founder of Health Over Wealth Benson and a co-organizer of the movement to stop a proposed secondary aluminum smelter in Benson, Arizona. The aluminum facility would emit tons of pollutants each year and use huge amounts of groundwater, which would threaten the health of residents and the fragile San Pedro River ecosystem. Listen to Ashlyn’s story to hear how she got involved in this issue and how you can help. Since publishing this episode, Ashlyn’s nonprofit has launched a fundraising campaign to secure legal counsel; click here to donate https://givebutter.com/N6Nz3qFor more check out these online resources:https://nobensonaluminumplant.org/https://www.protectbensonaz.org/‘No Benson Aluminum Plant’ Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/671730632534091Health Over Wealth Benson on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/healthoverwealthbensonAshlyn’s TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@nicegirlfrnd—A video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on Spotify, YouTube or the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

In December 2024, the governor of Arizona declared an active management area for the Willcox Basin due to severe groundwater overdraft by large agricultural users, which has caused residents’ wells to go dry, the land to subside, and fissures in the land to open up. In this video I explore how this issue came about, what is currently being done about it and how to stay informed. Visit this webpage for a list of links from the video https://uwildburro.substack.com/p/getting-up-to-speed-with-willcoxs—The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

I talked with Peter about his transition from working in the aerospace industry to van life, the power and rewards of living in the moment, the need for community, and more! Find Peter on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/peetetee—I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on Spotify, YouTube or on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Listen to Adé’s story to hear how he lived in Asia for 10 years, worked on fishing boats in Alaska, visited Earthship in Taos, and recently sold his house to embark on a journey of self-discovery. Find Adé on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dedebefore—I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on Spotify, YouTube or on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

I sat down with Milsia to hear the story of how she went from working in the fashion industry in New York City to embarking on an uncertain journey of self discovery, which has led her to a life in service to others in Bend, OR. We discussed the realities and difficulties of leaving what’s familiar, in addition to the rewards of ‘following your bliss’. For more on the topic, check out “Reflections on the Art of Living” by Joseph Campbell. Milsia can be reached by email milsia.makris@gmail.com or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/milsiamakris—I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on Spotify, YouTube, or on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

I am joined by Jared Posey for the first interview in a new series titled Inside the Dome, which will focus on the stories of people who have gone off the beaten path in life to pursue inner inspiration instead of following the expectations of society. Jared is an accomplished SuperAdobe builder and an original apprentice with The Mojave Center, an educational non-profit. He has been instructing and building earthen structures for the past four years throughout the desert southwest, and has led three workshops to build my SuperAdobe tiny home here in Cochise County. Listen to his story to hear how he transitioned from working in the the finance industry to exploring topics like natural building, rainwater harvesting and regenerative agriculture. Find Jared on Instagram @p0cketfull0fp0sey—I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on Spotify, YouTube or on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Showing off the new 12’ kitchen dome, and talking about the immense challenges presented by a project like this. Some workshop participants are looking into buying land out here, and I want people to be aware of the financial, physical and mental challenges of buying and developing raw land.—The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Talking about the progress around the homestead, including the first coat of exterior plaster on the 13’ dome, and the foundation progress on the 12’ kitchen dome and 11’ bedroom dome. It was a very windy day so sorry in advance for the noise.—The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Telling you about the 13’ Superadobe dome that I and friends recently built during a weeklong workshop. It was a very beautiful experience that produced an impressive structure!—The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Reviewing the book The One-Straw Revolution by Masanobu Fukuoka, a Japanese farmer who developed his method of “do-nothing” or natural farming over 30 years, from the 1940’s to 70’s. He set out to prove a spiritual revelation that human knowledge amounted to nothing by forgoing such modern farming methods as tilling, pesticides and fertilizers to produce the same amount of food with much less labor, by working with nature. I found the book inspiring and thought-provoking, and feel it can serve as a philosophical underpinning to my farming endeavor, which might be closer to becoming a reality (updates in this episode)!—I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Reflecting a bit on the CO Trail experience and talking about my next project. —The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Hiking the last stretch of trail from Silverton to Durango.

Discussing our job-centric culture, and my plans to learn Spanish and spend the winter in South America to get a different cultural experience. — The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Sharing stories of community and generosity from Lake City, and the beautiful alpine scenery between Lake City and Silverton. — The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

How I’m using the Bates Method to relax muscles around my eyes to improve my vision and reduce mental stress. Check out the books “The Bates Method for Better Eyesight Without Glasses” by William Bates, and “Give Up Your Glasses For Good” by Nathan Oxenfeld for more. — The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Hiking the 100+ miles from Salida to Lake City in 5.5 days. Getting into the San Juan Mountains and some of the best scenery on the trail. — The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

I show you my clothing system for backpacking and thru-hiking. For an authoritative deep dive on the topic check out the book “The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide” by Andrew Skurka. — The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/

Hiking the Collegiate East section of the Colorado Trail, from Twin Lakes to Salida. — The video version of this episode is available on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@uwildburro. I would love your feedback on this content and welcome your comments on the podcast’s subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/wildburropodcast/