Episode
#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
1:50:44
Published: Fri Jul 23 2021
Description
Anya Fernald is the co-founder of Belcampo farms, chef, and regenerative agriculture expert. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors: - Gala Games: https://gala.games/lex - Athletic Greens: https://athleticgreens.com/lex and use code LEX to get 1 month of fish oil - Four Sigmatic: https://foursigmatic.com/lex and use code LexPod to get up to 60% off - Fundrise: https://fundrise.com/lex EPISODE LINKS: Anya's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anyafernald Belcampo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belcampomeatco Belcampo's Website: https://belcampo.com/ PODCAST INFO: Podcast website: https://lexfridman.com/podcast Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2lwqZIr Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2nEwCF8 RSS: https://lexfridman.com/feed/podcast/ YouTube Full Episodes: https://youtube.com/lexfridman YouTube Clips: https://youtube.com/lexclips SUPPORT & CONNECT: - Check out the sponsors above, it's the best way to support this podcast - Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lexfridman - Twitter: https://twitter.com/lexfridman - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexfridman - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexfridman - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lexfridman - Medium: https://medium.com/@lexfridman OUTLINE: Here's the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Introduction (09:04) - Cooking is an art and a service (10:43) - Food is health (12:45) - Anticipation makes food taste better (14:36) - Lex on breaking the 72 hour fast (18:47) - Falling in love with cooking (20:28) - Alienation during the diet (23:09) - Cooking advice for minimalists (29:14) - Complexity of coconut oil (32:35) - Anya's favorite meal (39:17) - Sources of heat (41:46) - Why do people freak out about barbecue (44:58) - Does the origin of the meat itself make a difference? (47:06) - What is regenerative farming? (51:16) - AI will be a better farmer than humans (55:17) - Carbon negative farming is possible right now (57:04) - Certified Humane (1:00:34) - Evolutionary diet of animals (1:03:17) - Neuralink can help us understand animals (1:07:13) - All grass-fed meat made the same? (1:11:57) - Health benefits of grass-fed beef (1:16:29) - What does it take to be a woman CEO of a meat company? (1:23:57) - Making cheese for Italian mafia (1:27:56) - How to judge a good meal? (1:29:58) - The best meal in the world (1:37:48) - Anya played oboe in the Sicily municipal band (1:39:23) - Hunting has inspired regenerative farming (1:44:07) - Meaning of life (1:45:27) - Advice for young people: grow through discomfort
Chapters
Anya Fernald, co-founder of Belcampo Farms, discusses the importance of ethical treatment of animals in meat production and the impact of our choices on the planet.
00:00 - 03:14 (03:14)
Summary
Anya Fernald, co-founder of Belcampo Farms, discusses the importance of ethical treatment of animals in meat production and the impact of our choices on the planet.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The gaming industry is revolutionizing as Blockchain gaming ecosystem is being developed where in-game assets are NFTs that can be traded in-game and outside of it.
03:14 - 09:18 (06:04)
Summary
The gaming industry is revolutionizing as Blockchain gaming ecosystem is being developed where in-game assets are NFTs that can be traded in-game and outside of it. Players can carry their unique and provable NFT items to other games and sell them to others or keep them.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The guest reflects on how food is not only a source of pleasure but also a way to bring people together and create meaningful experiences.
09:19 - 21:13 (11:54)
Summary
The guest reflects on how food is not only a source of pleasure but also a way to bring people together and create meaningful experiences. They also discuss how different cultures view food as a source of love and connection within the family.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker shares their love for basic ingredients in food, such as just meat or vegetables without any sauces.
21:13 - 29:14 (08:00)
Summary
The speaker shares their love for basic ingredients in food, such as just meat or vegetables without any sauces. They see it as an act of self-love and the ability to appreciate the individual ingredient more.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this transcript, the speaker discusses how making cinnamon buns is a meditative exercise for them, and how they approach cooking chicken.
29:14 - 36:43 (07:29)
Summary
In this transcript, the speaker discusses how making cinnamon buns is a meditative exercise for them, and how they approach cooking chicken.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The heat affects the entirety of the meat, including how it reacts to heat and how the center and exterior of the meat warm up.
36:44 - 40:48 (04:03)
Summary
The heat affects the entirety of the meat, including how it reacts to heat and how the center and exterior of the meat warm up. Indirect heat should be used to ensure the center and exterior warm up evenly.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The experience of cooking with charcoal goes beyond just the taste it creates, adding a certain nuance and beauty to the cooking process, including the smell of the smoke.
40:48 - 47:23 (06:35)
Summary
The experience of cooking with charcoal goes beyond just the taste it creates, adding a certain nuance and beauty to the cooking process, including the smell of the smoke. The smell created by charcoal is distributed more effectively than gas, adding another layer to the experience.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Regenerative agriculture focuses on improving soil fertility but can be challenging to scale due to the need for more human knowledge and the limitations of traditional agriculture systems.
47:23 - 52:01 (04:37)
Summary
Regenerative agriculture focuses on improving soil fertility but can be challenging to scale due to the need for more human knowledge and the limitations of traditional agriculture systems.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The term "regenerative" defines a whole life cycle approach to agriculture that is interdependent on nature and animals working together.
52:01 - 58:45 (06:44)
Summary
The term "regenerative" defines a whole life cycle approach to agriculture that is interdependent on nature and animals working together. Starting from the assumption it is possible to kill an animal ethically for the sake of food, the holistic approach seeks to maintain healthy land production and carbon neutrality.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The humane treatment of chickens involves providing access to the outdoors and creating a diet based on evolutionary needs, but chickens will still require a grain feed in commercial operations.
58:45 - 1:06:17 (07:32)
Summary
The humane treatment of chickens involves providing access to the outdoors and creating a diet based on evolutionary needs, but chickens will still require a grain feed in commercial operations. It is worth considering the role of companies like Neuralink in facilitating regenerative agriculture practices to benefit animal welfare.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
In this episode, the speaker discusses the quality and labeling of grass-fed meat, explaining that not all grass-fed meat is created equal and warning viewers to look for the terms '100% grass-fed' or 'grass-fed and finished'.
1:06:17 - 1:11:41 (05:24)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker discusses the quality and labeling of grass-fed meat, explaining that not all grass-fed meat is created equal and warning viewers to look for the terms '100% grass-fed' or 'grass-fed and finished'.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The host discusses how regenerative farming methods not only benefit the environment, but also impact the quality of meat and personal health.
1:11:41 - 1:21:14 (09:32)
Summary
The host discusses how regenerative farming methods not only benefit the environment, but also impact the quality of meat and personal health. She also emphasizes the importance of inspiring others to support sustainable and humane farming practices for a better future.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
A simple Mediterranean diet consisting of fatty foods, olive oil, bread, and vegetables has led to positive health outcomes for the speaker who personally experienced improvements in their nail and skin health as well as mood.
1:21:14 - 1:26:57 (05:42)
Summary
A simple Mediterranean diet consisting of fatty foods, olive oil, bread, and vegetables has led to positive health outcomes for the speaker who personally experienced improvements in their nail and skin health as well as mood. They enjoyed picking and eating wild food with friends.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
This podcast episode explores the culinary journey and how it involves more than just the food itself but also the people you are eating with, the environment and your emotions.
1:26:57 - 1:33:47 (06:50)
Summary
This podcast episode explores the culinary journey and how it involves more than just the food itself but also the people you are eating with, the environment and your emotions. Artichokes and torpedo onions are mentioned as examples of seasonal ingredients to celebrate their peak moment.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker talks about the connection between food and community and the role of ingredients and experiences in creating that connection.
1:33:47 - 1:39:13 (05:26)
Summary
The speaker talks about the connection between food and community and the role of ingredients and experiences in creating that connection.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speakers discuss the benefits of natural meat over hyper-processed foods, highlighting the importance of a simpler, mentally processed diet to counteract current health problems.
1:39:13 - 1:45:21 (06:07)
Summary
The speakers discuss the benefits of natural meat over hyper-processed foods, highlighting the importance of a simpler, mentally processed diet to counteract current health problems.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The path to personal growth comes from putting yourself out of your comfort zone and experiencing discomfort.
1:45:23 - 1:49:47 (04:24)
Summary
The path to personal growth comes from putting yourself out of your comfort zone and experiencing discomfort. By persevering through challenging situations, you have a chance to learn and become a better person.
Episode#203 – Anya Fernald: Regenerative Farming and the Art of Cooking Meat
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The speaker shares their experience at a peaceful place with Anya Fernald under the stars, appreciating the conversation and lifting their spirits.
1:49:47 - 1:50:44 (00:56)
Summary
The speaker shares their experience at a peaceful place with Anya Fernald under the stars, appreciating the conversation and lifting their spirits. The podcast ends with a quote from Lao Tzu on nature.