Scott Woods

Paw Paw Bros. Zach Schrank and Tim Bayer

This week we've got a special episode with Zach Schrank and Tim Bayer of South Bend. Both are avid fans of Paw Paws, the podcast's namesake fruit. We discuss our Paw Paw foraging adventures, the emergence of Paw Paw beer, and much more!

Verdant Hollow Farms

Verdant Hollow is a 225-acre sustainable farm located in the heart of Southwest Michigan’s agricultural belt. It produces organic crops and provides guests an opportunity to reconnect with nature amid a pastoral setting of fields, forests and personal discovery. Molly and Alyssa joined Kate and Myles on the podcast to discuss sustainable farming, transitioning from chef to farmer, and large bonfires.

Scott Woods

Scott Woods, a restauranteur and “godfather of fine dining in Warsaw,” joined Myles and Katie for a conversation about his journey up to now, the complexities of the seafood business, and much more.

Joel Pontius & Jose Chiquito

Joel Pontius and Jose Chiquito join the podcast to talk about the local paw paw scene, sustainability, Goshen College, and the St. Joseph River. Jose is a 3rd year sustainability studies major at Goshen College, and Joel is a sustainability professor at the Merry Lea Center in Goshen.

Jake's Country Meats

Jake's Country Meats is a true family farm dedicated to producing premium pasture raised pork, beef, and poultry. Daryn Pobanz joined Katie and Myles to talk about his role on the farm, local restaurants using their products, and some of the difficulties of running a small farm.