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Six Inches of Soil - The Podcast

Six Inches of Soil - The Podcast

By: Richard Tufton
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Welcome to the Six Inches of Soil Podcast


Have you watched Six Inches of Soil the Documentary?


We’re digging deep—literally and figuratively—into the real stories behind the soil, livestock, plants, and people working to fight climate change and restore our planet. This isn’t just about farming; it’s about producing truly nourishing food, rebuilding our rural communities, and showing that it is possible to grow in a way that gives back. It’s simpler than you might think, fully traceable, and 100% verified.


Through our film and now this podcast, we’re starting conversations, building community, and sharing the healing power of regenerative agriculture. We’d love for you to be part of it.


So… who is Richard Tufton?


We’re thrilled to introduce Richard Tufton as the host of the Six Inches of Soil Podcast. Richard has been championing the project since day one and has helped us explore some of the trickier questions around food and farming.


With a background in agriculture from Newcastle University and over two decades of experience in the food industry—starting in the UK and now based in Austin, Texas—Richard brings a global perspective and a deep-rooted commitment to doing good. His journey has led him to regenerative farming, and is part of Regenified (founded by Gabe Brown), helping shape the future of truly sustainable food systems.


From his unique vantage point across the Atlantic, Richard will be bringing in voices from both the UK and the US—connecting dots across the food supply chain and sparking conversations that just might challenge what you think you know.


We’d love to hear what you think too. Join the conversation over on Instagram @sixinchesofsoil, and let’s grow something better together.


Tune in. Dig deep. Let’s get our hands in the soil.


Supported by:

Six Inches of Soil

Dragon Light

Colin Ramsay

Claire Mackenzie

Meg Chatham

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Episodes
  • Unite: Bringing Together Podcasters & ideas in the field

    Unite: Bringing Together Podcasters & ideas in the field
    Jun 25 2026
    Unite: Bringing Together Podcasters & Ideas in the FieldThe Stories Changing Food: What story changed the way you think about food, farming, or the environment? Maybe it was from listening to one of our brilliant guests—all communicators creating vital discussions around our current food and farming system. Plus, we have a very special guest for the outro, so please listen to the end!Host, producer: Richard TuftonCo-host, producer: Claire MackenzieEditor: Meg Chatham Score: Matt Griffin (poet & farmer) Instagram: @neidpath_farmsSix Inches of SoilWebsite: sixinchesofsoil.orgBook: sixinchesofsoil.org/bookInstagram: @sixinchesofsoilLinkedIn: Six Inches of SoilFeatured GuestsAbby Rose | FarmeramaAbby is a soil health advocate, part-time farmer, and co-founder of Vidacycle, creators of Sectormentor and Soilmentor—practical tools that help vineyards and farms track and build soil health (including the Regen Platform developed with Nicole Masters). She is also the co-creator of Farmerama Radio, an award-winning podcast sharing the voices behind regenerative farming. Splitting her time between her family farm in Chile and international farm visits, Abby was named one of the ‘50 Next’ young people shaping the future of gastronomy by The World’s 50 Best.Ben Eagle | Meet the FarmersBased in the east of England, Ben is a writer, podcaster, and rural communications specialist. As the founder of RuralPod Media, his passion is telling rural stories and building an extensive network of agricultural contacts across the UK. His podcast portfolio includes the Meet the Farmers Podcast and Rural Business Focus.Clay Conry | Working Cow PodcastA Western South Dakota native raised on a cow-calf operation, Clay recently relocated to West Central South Dakota. Alongside managing a small ranch with his family, Clay pastors Prairie Home Church—an independent congregation that has met on the prairies for 110 years. Over the last three years, Clay has used his platform to learn and implement paradigm-challenging agricultural practices.Ffinlo Costain | FarmgateFfinlo is the Editor-in-Chief of 8point9.com and has worked in farming, land, and food policy for over 20 years. As Chief Executive of Farmwel (2016-2022), he provided evidence to UK parliamentary committees and advised ministers on agricultural climate gases. He founded the Food & Global Security Network, published Soil Health: A security threat profile ahead of COP26, and delivered the highly popular TEDx Talk, "We can't solve the climate crisis without cows."Sheila Dillon | The Food Programme (Special Guest)A food journalist for over four decades, Sheila moved from editing Food Monitor magazine in New York to BBC Radio 4’s The Food Programme, where she now serves as presenter. Throughout her career, she has produced groundbreaking, early coverage on BSE (mad cow disease), the rise of GM foods, the organic movement, and the globalization of the food supply via the WTO—shining a light on these critical subjects long before they entered the mainstream media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • Unwinding curious minds: 4th graders dig into soil facts

    Unwinding curious minds: 4th graders dig into soil facts
    May 14 2026
    Unwinding curious minds: Fourth graders dig into soil factsRichard heads to the classroom for this special episode, joined by a lively group of students, some vocal chicks, a regenerative farmer, and a soil scientist! Enjoy the background chirps and the deeply inquisitive minds of the fourth-grade class at The International School of Texas, led by their teacher, Mrs. Jennifer Passi, as they dlve into the world of soil and food. As part of the faculty at IST, Jennifer contributes to a curriculum rooted in global citizenship and core values like integrity and intellect. Her work in the STEM lab helps students develop the critical thinking skills necessary to navigate and protect the planet's future.Host, producer: Richard TuftonCo-host, producer: Claire MackenzieEditor: Meg Chatham Score: Matt Griffin (poet & farmer) Instagram: @neidpath_farmsSix Inches of Soil: To watch the film and ‘dig deeper’: https://www.sixinchesofsoil.org/Book: https://www.sixinchesofsoil.org/bookInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sixinchesofsoil/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/six-inches-of-soil-b75059234/ANDIE MARSH is a soil health specialist, science communicator, and founder of Rhizos LLC - a Soil Food Web certified lab. More than that, she is a human building relationship with land in a suburban context. Website:https://www.rhizos.science/ Soil is Sexy instagram Soil is Sexy is the newsletter Daniel Coindreau is the owner of Río Salado, a ranch in northern Nuevo León, Mexico. A first-generation cattle rancher since 2012, he has built his operation with a focus on productivity, resilience, and long-term sustainability. Since 2020, he has led the transition toward regenerative practices, including the development of adapted cattle genetics that enhance operational performance while improving soil health and restoring native ecosystems. He is also a partner in Tierra de Todos, a Mexican brand that brings poultry, eggs, and meat from regenerative producers to market.Daniel Coindreau LinkedInhttps://tierradetodos.com/Amy Arnold (outro), Head Teacher who has embedded food, farming and sustainability across the curriculum at Barnham school. Amy Arnold instaBarnham CEVC primary school , Suffolk, UKEuston Hall where Barnham do their farm visitsShimpling Park Farm mentioned and featured in Six Inches of Soil Documentary UK organisations mentioned by Amy Worm CityLEAF Countryside ClassroomFarmer TimeHarmonyEarthworm foundationBSSSUSA - agriculture for kids:National Agriculture in the Classroom:USDAKiss the Ground Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • Under the Weather: How the water cycle starts with Soil

    Under the Weather: How the water cycle starts with Soil
    Apr 14 2026
    Episode 14: Under the Weather: How the Water Cycle Starts with Soil Join us as we explore the critical relationship between soil, water, and weather with experts in climate science, regenerative ranching, and meteorology. Discover how land management practices influence water cycles, climate change, and resilience against extreme weather events.Host, producer: Richard TuftonCo-host, producer: Claire MackenzieEditor: Meg Chatham Score: Matt Griffin (poet & farmer) Instagram: @neidpath_farmsSix Inches of Soil: Website: https://www.sixinchesofsoil.org/Book: https://www.sixinchesofsoil.org/bookInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sixinchesofsoil/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/six-inches-of-soil-b75059234/GUESTSAlpha LoweAlpha Lo is a scientist specializing in water research. He leads the Climate Water Project, where he writes the project’s newsletter ( climatewaterproject.substack.com) and hosts its podcast of the same name. He has taught water-focused content in Permaculture Design Courses, including how designing landscapes to infiltrate rainwater can enhance precipitation recycling (aka the small water cycle). He has studied physics and geography at the graduate level, where his research explored how water in the landscape influences rainfall.https://www.linkedin.com/in/alpha-lo-284900a8/https://climatewaterproject.substack.com/podcasthttps://climatewaterproject.substack.com/Alejandro Carillo Alejandro Carrillo is a fourth-generation rancher in the Chihuahuan desert. Rarely hisprecipitation goes beyond 9” per year (< 225mm). He is not willing to waste any water in such abrittle environment if he wants to graze year-round without inputs.Alejandro’s ranch, Las Damas, has been part of multiple documentaries and studies focused on regenerative ranching and “greening the desert” using livestock such as Common Ground, Sacred Cow, To Which We Belong, and Water in Plain Sight.Alejandro’s Grasslands Regeneration Project company assists ranchers and organizations on regenerative grazing projects in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Australia, China and the Middle- East. He also participates as a delegate to the United Nations Convention to CombatDesertification.Las Damas Cattle RanchCommon ground - doco Sacred Cow documentaryMary Wasson: Mary has worked as a meteorologist for more than 20 years, a career inspired by a childhood experience sheltering from a tornado with her family that sparked her fascination with storm development. A native of Winchester, Kentucky, she earned her undergraduate degree in communications from Morehead State University and later completed a Master of Science in Geoscience at Mississippi State University.Throughout her career, Mary has worked in television markets. She now serves as a digital meteorologist, producing daily forecasts along with engaging and informative weather content for the Austin American-Statesman, Houston Chronicle, and San Antonio Express-News.Facebook: @Metrologist Mary Wassonn Instagram: @wassonweatherTwitter: @Mary_WassonBella Lowes (featured in the outro) Bella is the resident grazing specialist at Mill Barton, where she stewards the land alongside a beloved herd of Red Devon cattle. With deep-rooted knowledge in pasture-based systems and bovine behaviour, Bella brings both integral understanding and instinctive care to her work. Her approach to grazing prioritises soil health, biodiversity, and animal welfare, ensuring that the landscape thrives as much as the herd. Whether she’s planning a rotational grazing cycle or spotting subtle shifts in herd dynamics, Bella’s insight into all things cow is unmatched.Website: https://www.diggandco.com/meet-the-teamFurther Research:https://agendagotsch.com/en/Abigail Swan, Washington Uni Water Stories platform - YouTube - and a course where you can learnFarmGate podcast - episode: how regenerative grazing can wash methane out of the atmosphere.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCjvCQHX7mQ Beavers in Scotland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 21 mins
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