In this produce-powered episode, we're peeling back the truth on some of nature’s weirdest uses. Ever wonder what banana peels are really good for (besides slapstick comedy)? Spoiler: your face might thank you.

We also crunch into the glowing truth about carrots—yes, people are eating their way to a tan.

Then we gas up the convo with a hot take on corn fuel—E85 ethanol. Is it the eco-future, or just corny hype?

And finally, we jam out with Farm Aid, where music meets the soil. Music, farming, and trying to save the world one guitar solo at a time.

Sow and Tell: Banana peel facials

This week on The Rooted and The Wild, Angela dives into the buzz around bee pollen and the suprising claim that it might boost boob size. Rosa tackles two hot topics: the controversy

surrounding Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar and Katy Perry's unexpected ties to the brand, plus the internet whisperings about APEEL. Angela wraps it up with a deeper look at fast fashion and the overwhelming impact of overconsumption, and how it impacts our health and planet. To end on a lighter note, we share a bit about our pets, which will hopefully leave you smiling.

This week, we journey from the dirt beneath our feet to the predators on the prowl, asking tough questions and uncovering wild truths:

🦶 Grounding/Earthing – Can simply standing barefoot on soil reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and ease anxiety? Or is this just wellness-world folklore? We dig into the science (and the skepticism) behind the earthing trend.

🪰 The New World Screwworm Fly – This tiny parasite is no small threat. Known for burrowing into warm-blooded animals, it once devastated livestock populations in the U.S. It’s back in the headlines—so what’s the real risk today for animals and even humans?

🐕 Buford the Brave – Meet the Great Pyrenees from Arizona who leapt into action to save a boy and return him to safety. This isn’t just a heartwarming story—it’s a powerful reminder of the protective bond between animals and humans.

🐺 The Grey Wolf Debate – As wolf populations rebound, so do tensions. Ranchers report livestock losses. Conservationists call for protection. Where do we draw the line between preserving a species and protecting livelihoods?

Plus, we add in some "getting to know us" questions where we're not shy about our answers.

It’s a wild ride of facts, folklore, and fierce debates—tune in and root yourself in the wild truth.

This week's Sow and Tell: an earthy Boba tea with chia seeds.