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3 episodes with may i be frank
2 episodes with may i be frank
2 episodes with may i be frank
2 episodes with may i be frank
Transformation doesn't begin in a wellness plan—it starts with one honest moment of saying, “I want more for myself.” Frank Ferrante's raw and remarkable story is a powerful reminder that healing is rarely linear and never perfect. Through addiction, regret, radical self-awareness, and rediscovery, Frank reveals that the heart of wellness is not about fixing what's broken—it's about reconnecting to love, service, and soul-level authenticity. His journey invites us to slow down, stop chasing illusions, and start showing up for ourselves and others with compassion, courage, and a deep sense of gratitude. Key Takeaways: Healing is an emotional and spiritual process that requires honesty, not perfection. Connection—with yourself and with others—is the antidote to addiction, loneliness, and despair. Regret doesn't have to define you; it can become a teacher when met with grace and accountability. True wellness is simple: kindness, presence, and treating everyone (including yourself) like they matter. Gratitude grounds you in the present and softens even the hardest parts of the past. About Frank Ferrante: At 54 years old, Ferrante was the least likely candidate for a major personal transformation. He weighed close to 300 pounds and suffered from a slew of issues that were his unhappy legacy as an ex-junkie and ex-alcoholic: hepatitis C, chronic fatigue, joint pain, respiratory issues, depression, suicidal thoughts, and a libido that had gone into early retirement. He thought that "vegan" was a planet, "wellness" was not in his vocabulary, and he couldn't be bothered with self-help. He was for those very reasons the best candidate for a major personal transformation. One day, he stumbled into Café Gratitude—a vegan raw food restaurant run by three 20-something hipsters. Unbeknownst to him, they'd been thinking about finding someone to put on a raw food diet and making a documentary that would be the polar opposite of Super Size Me. Ferrante was looking for something, anything, to create a shift in his life. As he says, "Like zillions of people, I was hungry not so much for food, but for love." Never mind that he was old enough to be the boys' father or that he'd ridiculed the New Age herd for years—he accepted them pretty much on the spot as his new "transformational cheerleaders." With the young men's unexpected support and guidance, Ferrante began a redemptive odyssey that included a plant-based diet, yoga, and daily affirmations—but then faced a battle for his life when his underlying addictions rose up to claim him. May I Be Frank chronicles Ferrante's experience of being the subject of a physical, mental, and spiritual makeover and also describes what happened next, post-transformation: he learned to love again. Social media: https://www.facebook.com/mayibefrankmovie https://www.instagram.com/ferrantefrank https://www.youtube.com/@ferrantefrank ferrantefrank@gmail.com Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.
Meet Ryland & Sarah Engelhart. Partners.Parents. Visionaries.Ryland Engelhart, Regenerative Consultant / Community Catalyst & Public Speaker, co-founded the non-profit organization, Kiss the Ground. He was the catalyst producer of the Kiss the Ground film released on Netflix seen by over 10 million people and the EP of the award winning sequel Common Ground, now streaming on Amazon Prime.Ryland has been a leader in the health & wellness space for almost 20 years. He helped pioneer and manage the nationally recognized plant-based restaurant chains Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. He was the co-creator of the transformational documentary film, May I Be Frank. He is a passionate speaker and advocates for Regenerative Agriculture, Sacred Commerce, Tools for building community, food as medicine, and the practice of “being love”. Ryland is also a dedicated husband and father of two young boys. He lives on a 200-acre regenerative Ranch in Hill Country Texas, called Sovereignty Ranch where he is learning to practice what he preaches.Sarah Engelhart, married to Ryland, is a chef, co-founder of Sovereignty Ranch, Be Love Podcast and mom to two young boys. Sarah and Ryland co-teach the Kindred Spirit Workshop.Follow Sarah:Ig: https://instagram.com/sarah.engelhartTheir yearly event, Confluence, occurs on their land in Texas, May 7-12. Go here for info: https://www.sovereigntyranch.com/event-calendar/confluencehttps://www.sovereigntyranch.com/Follow Ryland Engelhart: https://www.instagram.com/lovebeingrylandhttps://www.facebook.com/ryland.engelhart/Follow Rev. Wendy Silvers: Ig: https://instagram.com/revwendysilvers X: https://x.com/wendysilversFb: https://facebook.com /mamawendysilversTikTok: https://tiktok.comm/wendysilvers
Meet Ryland & Sarah Engelhart. Partners.Parents. Visionaries.Ryland Engelhart, Regenerative Consultant / Community Catalyst & Public Speaker, co-founded the non-profit organization, Kiss the Ground. He was the catalyst producer of the Kiss the Ground film released on Netflix seen by over 10 million people and the EP of the award winning sequel Common Ground, now streaming on Amazon Prime.Ryland has been a leader in the health & wellness space for almost 20 years. He helped pioneer and manage the nationally recognized plant-based restaurant chains Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. He was the co-creator of the transformational documentary film, May I Be Frank. He is a passionate speaker and advocates for Regenerative Agriculture, Sacred Commerce, Tools for building community, food as medicine, and the practice of “being love”. Ryland is also a dedicated husband and father of two young boys. He lives on a 200-acre regenerative Ranch in Hill Country Texas, called Sovereignty Ranch where he is learning to practice what he preaches.Sarah Engelhart, married to Ryland, is a chef, co-founder of Sovereignty Ranch, Be Love Podcast and mom to two young boys. Sarah and Ryland co-teach the Kindred Spirit Workshop.Connect with Sarah:Ig: https://instagram.com/sarah.engelhartTheir yearly event. Confluence, occurs on their land in Texas, May 7-12. Go here for info: https://www.sovereigntyranch.com/event-calendar/confluenceSovereignty Ranch:https://www.sovereigntyranch.com/Connect with Ryland Engelhart: https://www.instagram.com/lovebeingrylandhttps://www.facebook.com/ryland.engelhart/Connect with Rev. Wendy Silvers: E: hello@wendysilvers.com Ig: https://instagram.com/revwendysilvers X: https://x.com/wendysilversFb: https://facebook.com /mamawendysilversTikTok: https://tiktok.comm/wendysilvers
Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsIs your food really as healthy as you think it is? Could the secret to gut health, sustainable farming, and healing the planet be hiding right beneath your feet, in the soil? In this powerful episode, Dr. Taz sits down with Ryland Engelhart, regenerative agriculture expert, former plant-based restaurateur and co-founder of Kiss the Ground, to explore the shocking reason why he transitioned from being a leader in the vegan movement to running a 200-acre regenerative ranch in Texas. Once hailed as a pioneer of clean eating and conscious living, Ryland shares why the ideals of veganism weren't enough--and how his discovery of soil health, regenerative agriculture, and the gut-soil connection changed everything. This is more than a food conversation; it's a story about healing the planet, restoring balance, and rethinking what sustainable really means.From producing the viral Kiss the Ground documentary to living on a 200-acre regenerative ranch in Texas, Ryland shares his journey from plant-based restaurant entrepreneur to a full-time advocate for soil regeneration, ecosystem restoration, and food sustainability. Together, he and Dr. Taz unpack why regenerative farming isn't just a climate solution. It's a human health revolution.If you're concerned about gut issues, nutrient-depleted food, or the long-term effects of industrial agriculture, this episode offers a hopeful and holistic path forward. Dr. Taz and Ryland dive deep into the microbiome-soil connection, the role of animals in regenerative ecosystems, and how returning to nature's rhythms could be the missing piece in our chronic disease crisis. 00:00 – Why the Future Feels Grim (But Doesn't Have to Be)01:07 – Who Is Ryland Engelhart? From Cafe Gratitude to Regenerative Ranching03:24 – The Soil–Gut Health Connection15:16 – Why Veganism Isn't the Full Answer22:18 – What Regenerative Farming Actually Looks Like30:00 – Soil, Photosynthesis, and Climate Healing44:14 – Impact of Kiss the Ground: 34 Million Acres and Counting56:57 – Sovereignty Ranch: Building a Regenerative Lifestyle1:09:16 – Health & Political landscapeCommon Questions This Episode Answers:What is regenerative agriculture and how does it improve soil health?Why would a vegan become a regenerative rancher?Why is gut health connected to the soil microbiome?How does regenerative farming compare to organic or clean eating?Is plant-based eating enough to heal the planet?Can animals be part of a sustainable farming model?Why is industrial farming harming both people and the planet?What are practical steps for eating more regeneratively?Can food really be used as medicine?What's the real impact of climate-conscious eating?About Ryland Englehart:Ryland Engelhart co-founded the non-profit organization, Kiss the Ground and the catalyst producer of the Kiss the Ground film released on Netflix seen by over 10 million people and is the executive producer of the award winning sequel Common Ground. Ryland is a leader in the health & wellness space for almost 20 years. He helped pioneer and manage the nationally recognized plant-based restaurant chains Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. He was the co-creator of the transformational documentary film, May I Be Frank. He is a passionate speaker and advocates for Regenerative Agriculture, tools for building community, food is medicine, and the practice of “being love” as the key to relationship. Ryland is a dedicated husband and father of two young boys. He lives on a 200-acre regenerative hospitality Ranch in Hill Country Texas, called Sovereignty Ranch where he and his sister's family are building a field of dreams.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Connect with Ryland Englehart:https://www.instagram.com/lovebeingryland/https://www.sovereigntyranch.com/https://www.bigfoolishproject.com/Host & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+
As long as I have some love in my heart, it mitigates the sense of separation. - Frank Ferrante This week we are sharing Dr. Michelle's interview with Frank Ferrante from our 2020 Rhythm & Resilience series. Frank is a Sicilian from Brooklyn living in San Francisco. A lover of life, great food, and a good laugh, Frank was also a drug addict, morbidly obese, pre-diabetic, and fighting Hepatitis C. Estranged from his daughter, single, and struggling with depression, Frank knows that life can be better than this, and looked for a way out. Through Frank's story of love, redemption, and transformation, the viewers of the May I Be Frank documentary and readers of his book, May I Be Frank, documentary witness the power of change for themselves and the world. It's the essence of the human condition and what it truly means to fall in love again. Join Dr. Michelle and Frank as they talk about: Unpacking his life before the film including health, family, work, and education. How the May I Be Frank documentary completely changed his life and the obstacles he went through including imposter syndrome at the beginning. His COVID-19 lockdown experience and how it allowed him to self-reflect and positively impact his relationships. What guidance he has to share on cultivating long term relationships with the people we meet during our lifetimes. Taking a closer look at how our behavior affects the people in our lives. Why he believes a key part of why depression happens is because we're not aligned with our core beliefs. What steps you can take right now if you are feeling lonely. Learn new tools to add to your wellness toolbox including: The power of connecting with yourself and how to release thoughts and feelings that are no longer serving you anymore. What process he goes through to get rid of the different voices inside his head and instead just listen to one - his own. Why reaching out and helping someone else can be some of the best medicine for your own wellbeing. Unpacking why we're the happiest when we're not even thinking about ourselves but of other people. How we can show up as our authentic selves by focusing on what brings us joy. Do something nice for somebody and don't get caught. - Frank Ferrante Mentioned In This Episode SCBS Ep. 18: Raz Ingrasci and Frank Ferrante – Ready to Feng Shui Your Soul? May I Be Frank Trailer Stream May I Be Frank Documentary May I Be Frank Book: May I Be Frank DVD Day 8 - Rhythm and Resilience with Reverend Patricia T. Bass The Hoffman Process Day 6 - Rhythm and Resilience with Teri Griege Byron Katie
This week, the Liverpool Manchester game lives up to all the hype that Jacob predicted! A thrilling waste of time sees Klopps men drop 2 points and Arsenal take their rightful place at the top of the league. Elsewhere, Aston Villa take a combative win over Brentford and continue their blazing form while Maddie's favorite team in the universe bottoms out, bummer. This vibe checks on champions league draws, and why New York City is now listed as a sub tropical climate! Welcome to the show!
“We can be the regeneration generation, and our food system is the mechanism to do that..” —Ryland Engelhart The world is changing. The way we live, the way we work, the way we interact with each other and with the world around us - it's all changing. And we are the generation that is leading this change. We are the generation that is breaking down barriers and opening up new possibilities. We are the generation that is using our creativity and our passion to build a better future. We are the generation that can help our planet heal. We are the regeneration generation! And that starts with transforming our food system. The food industry has been one of the biggest contributors to our planet's deteriorating condition— but we can change all that. And that change is happening right now! Kiss The Ground, is a documentary that provides a clear picture of how big our impact is on our environment and reveals a sound and practical solution to climate change. Co-founded by Ryland Engelhart, its nonprofit partner, Kiss The Ground is actively leading the citizens of the earth to the possibilities of regeneration. Tune in to this week's episode as Justine and Ryland discuss how we can turn food into a transformational experience, how culture and emotions are inseparable aspects of food, what it means to be committed but not attached, how knowing our farmers can help us get a wider perspective on regeneration, and how we can become better stewards of the earth. Meet Ryland: Ryland Engelhart co-founded Kiss the Ground in 2013 and plays a leadership role in the organization as the Chief Mission Officer; he is a producer of the Kiss the Ground film released on Netflix and host of the Kiss the Ground Podcast. As a 15-year entrepreneur, he is also the co-owner and prior Mission Fulfillment Officer of the nationally recognized plant-based restaurants Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre, located in Southern California, and co-creator of the documentary film, May I Be Frank. He is a passionate speaker on the topics of sacred commerce and regenerative agriculture, tools for building community, food is medicine, and the practice of love and gratitude. Ryland is also a dedicated husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative organic farm in Fillmore, CA, where he is learning to practice what he preaches. Facebook Twitter Instagram Linkedin Connect with Kiss The Ground Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Connect with Café Gratitude Website Facebook Instagram Connect with Gracias Madre Website Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Episode Highlights: 01:48 The Matrix of Life 06:17 Food and Games and Life 12:11 Cafe Gratitude to Gracias Madre 17:08 Committed But Not Attached 20:45 The Regeneration Generation 23:30 Be an Advocate for Soil Health
“The foundation of all that we are is food and water." -Mollie Engelhart We're used to the idea that we live in a time for sustainability. While "sustainable" agriculture has certainly played its part in making us more aware of the impact of our actions on the environment, it hasn't done much to actually improve the situation. And with climate change getting worse every day, it's clear that something needs to change. We need to stop obsessing over how much food we grow and start paying attention to how much food we regenerate. Regenerative agriculture can strengthen our food system beyond the "sustainable" level and help us fulfill our role as stewards of the land. In this episode, Justine sits with Mollie Engelhart, the Executive Chef at Sage Plant Based Bistro and Brewery. Working in the kitchen for so long has helped Mollie to see how much food waste is affecting the environment. Although she was doing her part to solve this, she knew she can do more. That's when Sow a Heart was born, an organic farm that focuses on regenerative agriculture. All the food waste from their restaurants and others were brought to the farm to help regenerate soil health, in turn, giving them more nutrient-dense produce. But the farm was not only used to grow crops, Mollie's heart also inclined her to build a sanctuary for rescued animals. Listen in as Justine and Mollie talk about how much greenhouse gas is produced from food waste, how regenerative farming is helping the environment and humans thrive, the qualities of a successful entrepreneur, why we should not be afraid to fail, and how much work is needed to succeed. Meet Mollie: Plant-based Chef, Mollie Engelhart and her husband own Sow a Heart, a 17-acre organic farm that supports regenerative agriculture and takes care of rescue animals. Besides running farm operations, Mollie and her husband also manage their plant-based restaurant, Sage Plant Based Bistro and Brewery. Mollie is also a board member of Kiss the Ground, the award-winning producer of “May I Be Frank”, a freedom fighter, and a mother of 3. Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Connect with Sow A Heart: Website Facebook Instagram Connect with Sage Plant Based Bistro and Brewery: Website Facebook Instagram Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Episode Highlights: 01:01 Food Waste and Greenhouse Gases 04:05 This is No Longer About Sustainability 08:02 Not Afraid to Fail 11:06 Success is Work
In this episode, Alec talks with Mollie Engelhart about her experience as a restaurateur, growing and operating a successful regenerative farm, the pitfalls of modern convenience and big government and the importance of getting back to our true roots. Mollie Engelhart is an executive chef and owner of Sage Plant Based Bistro, a growing group of plant-based organic comfort food restaurants in the greater Los Angeles area. She operates a 17-acre organic farm, Sow a Heart, focused on regenerative agriculture that doubles as an animal rescue including an aviary for rescued parrots. Mollie is also an executive producer of the award-winning documentary film, "May I Be Frank." For more information about Mollie, please visit: https://www.sowaheart.com/ If you've been educated, informed and enriched by this podcast and would like to help support the fight for health freedom, please visit: https://healthfreedomforhumanity.org/donate
Co-founded Kiss the Ground in 2013 and leads the organization as Executive Director, producer of the Kiss the Ground film, and host of the Kiss the Ground Podcast. As a 15-year entrepreneur, he is also the co-owner and prior Mission Fulfilment Officer of the nationally recognized plant-based restaurants, Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre, located in Southern California, and co-creator of the documentary film, May I Be Frank. When he's not on the road speaking on behalf of sacred commerce and regenerative agriculture, Ryland is also a dedicated husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative organic farm in Fillmore, CA where he learns to practice what he preaches
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On this episode of E.S.Now, today I am with Ryalnd Englehart, Co-founder and Executive director of Kiss the Ground, here to share with you the exciting possibilities of regenerative farming, and what you can do to help forward this groundbreaking movement to sequester carbon in the most natural way possible. Ryland Engelhart co-founded Kiss the Ground in 2013 and leads the organization as Executive Director, producer of the Kiss the Groundfilm, and host of the Kiss the Ground Podcast. As a 15-year entrepreneur, he is also the co-owner and prior Mission Fulfilment Officer of the nationally recognized plant-based restaurants, Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre, located in Southern California, and co-creator of the documentary film, May I Be Frank. When he's not on the road speaking on behalf of sacred commerce and regenerative agriculture, Ryland is also a dedicated husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative organic farm in Fillmore, CA where he learns to practice what he preaches.kisstheground.com
Frank Ferrante's Transformation Journey. The host for this show is Wendy Loh. The guest is Frank Ferrante. Star of the life changing documentary “May I Be Frank”, Frank Ferrante shares his life from Darkness to Light. He is sharing with us his struggles with drugs and alcohol to Health and Wellness. This can happen IF you want it and are willing to work at it! The ThinkTech YouTube Playlist for this show is https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQpkwcNJny6lakTZanwCk6DV_aUgzKaMi Please visit our ThinkTech website at https://thinktechhawaii.com and see our Think Tech Advisories at https://thinktechadvisories.blogspot.com.
Ever hear the old adage "Garbage in equals garbage out"? Poor quality inputs result in poor quality outputs? This couldn't be truer in farming when talking about soil, plant health and the nutritional density and purity of the resulting harvest.Ryland Engelhart has spent more than 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a "triple bottom line" business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, inspirational documentary film called “May I Be Frank” and the Netflix Documentary “Kiss the Ground” narrated by Woody Harrelson and featuring Gisele Bündchen, Jason Mraz & Tom Brady. He is a catalyst behind the regenerative agriculture movement with a platform for educating consumers and business on how regenerative agriculture can be the key to reversing climate change by rebuilding soil organic matter and restoring degraded soil biodiversity – resulting in both carbon drawdown and improving the water cycle. Join us in learning how you can personally and professionally find "hundreds of ways to kneel and kiss the ground.”In this episode: https://kisstheground.com/https://kisstheground.com/donate/https://www.instagram.com/kisstheground/https://www.instagram.com/lovebeingrylandHow Puori Donate to Kiss The Groundhttps://kisstheground.com/how-to-compost-at-home/
In this episode, co-host Naomi Whittel is joined by entrepreneur, film producer and activist Ryland Engelhart. They dive deep into the topic of gratitude and its impact on living life to the fullest. They also discuss the shared passion of regenerative agriculture, which is a central focus of Ryland's work. He presents a hopeful yet candid outlook on the challenges we face ahead.Ryland is the Co-Founder & Executive Director of Kiss the Ground. He is also a co-creator of the award- winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank” and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast."Learn more about Ryland Engelhart:https://kisstheground.com/about-us/our-team/ryland-engelhart/Learn more about Kiss the Ground: https://kisstheground.com/Learn more about co-host Naomi Whittel:https://naomiw.com
Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground, a non profit dedicated to soil and planetary regeneration. He is one of the producers of Kiss The Ground -- the highly regarded film on Netflix featuring Woody Harrelson and other notables in the eco earth movement. He has spent the past 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a "triple bottom line" business of legendary organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, inspirational documentary film called “May I Be Frank.” Ryland has an infectious passion for life and is a cultural catalyst creating transformation through his own organizations and in the world at large. He publicly speaks on the topics of sacred commerce, gratitude, veganism, building community, regeneration and the connection between soil health, human health, and planetary health. He is the host of Kiss the Ground's Podcast. Ryland is also a husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative organic farm in Fillmore, CA where he learns to continuously practice what he preaches. LEARN MORE ABOUT RYLAND ENGELHART + KISS THE GROUND here: Ryland Engelhart on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovebeingryland/ Linktree Links: https://linktr.ee/rylandengelhart Kiss the Ground Website: https://kisstheground.com/ KTG Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kisstheground/ KTG Twitter: https://twitter.com/kissthegroundCA KTG Podcast: https://kisstheground.com/podcast/?ltclid=688aaff1-dee3-45d5-80eb-f41793100f5c KTG Movie Website: https://kissthegroundmovie.com/ KTG Movie IG: https://www.instagram.com/kissthegroundmovie/ KTG YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/kisstheground KTG Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kissthegroundCA/ Jungle Project + Breadfruit: https://kisstheground.com/jungleproject/ Ryland on Rich Roll: https://www.richroll.com/podcast/ryland-engelhart-483/ Sacred Commerce: https://www.richroll.com/podcast/ryland-engelhart-483/ Finian Makepeace TEDx: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=81bYrqhoAyo Why Soil Matters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pesqtODu_XM The Soil Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvAoZ14cP7Q The Compost Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqDQD8cvO5Y "Let the beauty we love be what we do. There are hundreds of ways to kneel and kiss the ground." -Rumi TO SUGGEST A GUEST YOU CAN REACH US here: guest@ourepicocean.com or email the Executive Producer here: Steve@project-o.org
Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground, and is the producer of Kiss The Ground -- the film on Netflix. He has spent the past 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a "triple bottom line" business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, inspirational documentary film called “May I Be Frank.” Ryland has an infectious passion for life and is a cultural catalyst creating transformation through his own organizations and in the world at large. He publicly speaks on the topics of sacred commerce, gratitude, veganism, building community, regeneration and the connection between soil health, human health, and planetary health. He is the host of Kiss the Ground's Podcast. Ryland is also a husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative organic farm in Fillmore, CA where he learns to practice what he preaches. Learn more about Ryland here: https://kisstheground.com/ Follow Dr. Mayer here: https://linktr.ee/emayer Watch the Video Format of this Podcast here!
Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground, and is the producer of Kiss The Ground -- the film on Netflix. He has spent the past 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a "triple bottom line" business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, inspirational documentary film called “May I Be Frank.” Ryland has an infectious passion for life and is a cultural catalyst creating transformation through his own organizations and in the world at large. He publicly speaks on the topics of sacred commerce, gratitude, veganism, building community, regeneration and the connection between soil health, human health, and planetary health. He is the host of Kiss the Ground's Podcast. Ryland is also a husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative organic farm in Fillmore, CA where he learns to practice what he preaches. Learn more about Ryland here: https://kisstheground.com/ Follow Dr. Mayer here: https://linktr.ee/emayer Watch the Video Format of this Podcast here!
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Frank talks about his lifelong journey through addiction and what he's learned through the trials of recovery. He talks about his documentary “May I Be Frank?” and the impact that it has had on his life. “A commitment is a spiritual experience” Frank FerranteHighlightsFrank doesn't blame his addiction on anybody but himself, but he does believe that his tough childhood helped “clear the runway” and perhaps made him more susceptible to addiction.A problem for people staying on path is that they believe that there is one place of ultimate nirvana where everything is ok all the time. This is a false belief and causes stress and setbacks.Frank found the Alcoholics Anonymous group incredibly supportive. Frank doesn't believe that not drinking or using drugs is the hardest part of the process. Making amends and restitution are much more difficult.Drugs and alcohol are symptomatic of a deeper underlying condition.It is not about getting rid of the ego. It is about learning how to make peace with it.People must go through an interval of discomfort to have a transformative experience.For the documentary “May I Be Frank?”, Frank ate all vegan and raw food for 42 days.After the 42-day experiment, the help that Frank had all left him, and it was tough to continue.Frank was later treated for Hepatitis C and was given opiates. He started to fall back into his old patterns and went through a dark patch where he almost died and had to go to rehab.He then committed to a healthier diet and began to work out and lost 125 lbs.Frank has been sober for over 15 years.One of Frank's favorite things about having done the film is how open it makes others to speak with him openly and share their stories.Relevant LinksMay I Be Frank - Movie May I Be Frank - Book Outwitting The Devil - Napoleon Hill Gabor Mate - The Power of Addiction - Ted Talk
THT Guest Expert - Frank Ferrante Frank featured in the hit film documentary "Hungry For Change" and was the the star of the film / documentary "May I Be Frank?" Here's the Story at the beginning of the "May I be Frank"Story... Frank Ferrante is 54, weighs 290lbs., had a lifetime of drug & alcohol abuse and as a result contracted Hepatitis-C. He's on multiple medications including anti-depressants, undergoing chemo and drinks 10 espressos a day to stay awake. One day Frank stumbles into Cafe Gratitude, a Raw food café in San Francisco, and meets Ryland, the café's manager. Ryland asks Frank, what is one thing you'd like to do before you die? Frank answers 'I want to fall in love one more time, but with a body like this, no one will love me, because i don't love myself.' Watch as Ryland, his brother Cary and best friend Conor, help Frank take on his weight, health, relationships and loving himself in just 42 days.
Today’s episode of SOUNDFOOD will open you up to the possibility that love and awareness can change the World. ... And it all begins with the Soil. In celebration of Earth Day, we are thrilled to welcome our first couple to SOUNDFOOD. Sarah and Ryland Engelhart are partners in love, parenting and stewardship of the Earth. True visionaries, their work is rooted in a commitment to creating more harmony and healing on the planet, all levels Ryland Engelhart is an entrepreneur, activist and filmmaker. As the co-founder of Kiss the Ground the non-profit and producer of the film Kiss the Ground, Ryland embodies what we deeply admire at SOUNDFOOD; interdisciplinary exploration and commitment to high vibrational living. Ryland and Sarah have been instrumental to the growth and success of his family’s plant-based restaurants: Café Gratitude and Gracias Madre. Ryland is also the co-creator of the documentary May I Be Frank? And the host of his own podcast: Kiss the Ground. Sarah Engelhart is a mother, artist, alchemist, and CMO of Joan of Sparc ~ an educational community for inner work inspired by her background in counselling and psychology. She is a lover of spiritual inquiry, meditation, yoga, philosophy, and religious studies. Sarah is also a devoted advocate for holistic health and medical sovereignty and has volunteered with projects such as the Robert F. Kennedy’s nonprofit Children’s Health Defense. Sarah and Ryland not only inspire us with their love and commitment to one another, but also their devotion to Earth and Her inhabitants. We dive into an expansive and honest dialogue about suppressing ego, leading with love and intuition, learning from and respecting Mother Earth, staying grounded and, of course, what nourishment means and feels like for them. Mentioned In This Episode: Ryland’s Films Mentioned May I Be Frank? Kiss the Ground The Engelhart’s Plant-Based Restaurants Mentioned: Café Gratitude Gracias Madre Ryland and Sarah’s Family Farms: Sow a Heart Farm Be Love Farm Where to Find Ryland and Sarah: Ryland Engelhart on Instagram Kiss the Ground Kiss the Ground on Instagram Kiss the Ground Movie on Instagram Sarah Engelhart on Instagram Joan of Sparc Joan of Sparc on Instagram Additional Resource Mentioned: Children’s Health Defence Weston A. Price Charlie Lutes Joan of Sparc Podcast Episode featuring Amanda Chantal Bacon Ryland's podcast "Kiss the Ground " Emperor’s College Santa Monica ZenBunni Books: Grounded: A Fierce, Feminine Guide to Connecting with the Soil and Healing from the Ground Up TUNE INTO SOUNDFOOD: WEBSITE INSTAGRAM YOU’RE INVITED TO SUNDAY SUPPER TEXT US ON OUR TELEPORTAL for high vibrational updates on all things SOUNDFOOD @ 1-805-398-6661 MERCURIAL MAIL Subscribe to our newsletter HERE. Connect with our Host: @nitsacitrine Lastly, we would be so grateful if you felt inspired to leave us a review on APPLE PODCAST!
Ryland Engelhart, is Executive Director & Co-Founder of Kiss The Ground (https://kisstheground.com/), a non-profit organization dedicated to planetary regeneration, and is the producer of Kiss The Ground, the Movie, recently released on Netflix. Mr. Engelhart has spent the last 15 years as an entrepreneur working in hospitality and building a family business of organic, plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre, located in Southern California. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, documentary film, “May I Be Frank” on the transformational aspects of a vegan lifestyle. Mr. Engelhardt is a public speaker and community organizer and works to inspire more love & gratitude in his organizational culture and culture at large. He speaks on the topics of sacred commerce, gratitude, love as an inside job, 10 tools for building community, and planetary regeneration, and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast". Mr. Engelhardt is also a husband and father and lives on a 17-acre regenerative farm in Fillmore, CA where he learns to practice what he preaches.
Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground, and is the producer of Kiss The Ground the Movie on Netflix. He has spent the last 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a family business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” Ryland joins Sustainable Nation to discuss: The state of regenerative agriculture The power of storytelling in sustainability Corporate actions on regenerative agriculture Advice and recommendations for sustainability leaders Ryland's Final Five Questions Responses: What is one piece of advice you would give other sustainability professionals that might help them in their careers? I think we've heard this before, but it really is about building, strong, real, authentic, not transactional relationships. Deep, meaningful, connected relationships, and building coalition and community, community around your ideas and your initiative, is the way to be successful. What are you most excited about right now in the world of sustainability? I'm excited that regeneration and the term regeneration is really eclipsing the notion of sustainability, which again, we admire sustainability and we oftentimes say that sustainability is ahead of its time because we need to regenerate the broken systems before we can sustain them. So I'm grateful and I'm excited about that regeneration, that the principles of regeneration are becoming so widely understood. What is one book you would recommend sustainability professionals read? Project Drawdown. The hundred most substantive solutions to reversing global warming by Paul Hawken and others. What are some of your favorite resources or tools that really help you in your work? Well, it sounds kind of trite, but I've loved becoming an organization that operates with Slack as a team communication tool. It's been really, really effective and powerful. Where can our listeners go to learn more about you, the work of Kiss, the Ground and the movie? Please go to kisstheground.com and find your path. It's kind of our lowest barrier to entry way to participate in the regenerative movement is go to kiss the ground and find your path. It's a little genie or search wizard that essentially you can put your interests in, and it kicks you out a couple actions and places to take next steps to support the regenerative movement. And so I recommend to go to kiss the ground, and find your path. And then you can follow me @lovebeingryland, that's my Instagram handle. And then @kisstheground is our Instagram handle. And then we have an amazing, amazing course. It's like a masterclass course for anyone who's into sustainability and wants to really be whip smart in this arena. It's about eight hours of content that you can take over time. And it really has you be a regenerative agriculture expert and advocate coming out the other end and you can really be a powerful voice for the movement. And then lastly you can see the film Kiss the Ground on Netflix. It's available in 40 countries and 25 languages. And if you can't go to Netflix, you can go right to kissthegroundmovie.com and it's on there for a dollar on Vimeo.
In today's episode, I am joined by Ryland Engelhart. Ryland is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground and is the producer of Kiss The Ground the Movie on Netflix. He has spent the last 15 years as an entrepreneur and love-activist, working in hospitality and building a family business of organic plant-based restaurants called Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre in Southern CA. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” He is a catalyst of possibility with an infectious passion for life. He is a public speaker and community organizer and works to inspire more "love & gratitude" in his organizational culture and culture at large. He speaks on sacred commerce, gratitude, love as an inside job, 10 tools for building community, and regeneration, and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast.” We dive into the following topics… - Rylands work on the Kiss The Ground the Movie - The benefits of nature on wellbeing and livelihood - The effects of climate change on wildfires and other natural disasters - How carbon actually functions in the natural world and its connection to global warming - The benefits of regenerative agriculture - The United States’ cultural approach to the agricultural industry and the harmful effects of these practices - The connection between soil health, plant health, and civilization health - How you can support the regenerative agricultural and soil health movements Follow Alexis (@itsalexishaines), join our Facebook group, and follow @recoveringfromreality on Instagram to stay up to date on all things RFR! You can also enroll in Alexis’ Life Reset Course at liferesetcourse.com to learn the exact, tools to recover from limiting and self- sabotaging beliefs, thoughts, emotions, feelings and behaviors and replace them with new ones that will set you up for the life you deserve and are fully capable of as you integrate the learnings and tools in your life. This episode is brought to you by Osea Malibu. Visit www.oseamalibu.com/recovering to receive $10 off your first purchase of $50 dollars or more. FREE shipping for orders in the US over $75 This episode is brought to you by Himalaya Ashwagandha .For 20% off your first order of Himalaya Ashwagandha, use code “REALITY20” at checkout on amazon.com! This episode is brought to you by Nurish. Nurish is convenient, monthly subscription that delivers personalized nutritional supplements you need to be at your best. Head to nurish.naturemade.com to start your subscription today! Produced by Dear Media
Today is our encore clip of the week, which is basically a short 10 min clip that we pulled from the full length interview. If you like what you hear in this bite sized segment, you may want to go back and check out the full length episode at FrontRowDads.com/240 About Today's Guest Ryland Engelhart is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” He is an entrepreneur and activist, and works to inspire more "gratitude" into our culture. He speaks on sacred commerce, tools for building community, and regeneration and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast." Access the Full Interview Want access to the full interview, including links to all resources mentioned during today's conversation? Visit FrontRowDads.com/240 Want to learn more about Front Row Dads? We are in the business of building better families. While most dads would say that family matters most, the challenge is they feel guilty knowing their careers get the best of them, and their family seems to get the rest of them. We help Dads become family men with businesses, not businessmen who have families, so they can thrive personally AND professionally. Subscribe to the Front Row Dad podcast to learn about fatherhood, marriage and how to level up your game at home, or if you’re ready for the best coaching and true brothers to grow with, Join The Brotherhood! Are you getting all the shows? Subscribe today! Want to leave a review? THANK YOU! http://FrontRowDads.com/review
Ryland Engelhart (IG: @lovebeingryland) is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” Ryland is an entrepreneur and activist, and works to inspire more "gratitude" into our culture. He speaks on sacred commerce, tools for building community, and regeneration and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast." Kiss the Ground just released a new documentary on Netflix under the same title “Kiss the Ground.” I highly recommend watching it - it’s a real eye opener. It’s a full-length documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson that sheds light on an alternative approach to farming called “regenerative agriculture” that has the potential to balance our climate, replenish our vast water supplies, and feed the world. In this episode, we discuss: How soil is our common ground The story of Cafe Gratitude The business philosophy called Sacred Commerce Growing up a child of hippy parents Ryland’s personal mission statement The teachings of Waldorf education The body is an ecosystem Learning how to be comfortable without depending on substances Transforming limitations at The Landmark Forum The Be Love tattoo movement Experimenting with the plant medicine ayahuasca Regenerative agriculture could be a solution for climate change Animals are part of the life and death cycle of a farm How vegans can support regenerative agriculture Appreciating where your food comes from Show sponsors: Organifi
As long as I have some love in my heart, it mitigates the sense of separation. - Frank Ferrante This week we are sharing Dr. Michelle’s interview with Frank Ferrante from our 2020 Rhythm & Resilience series. Frank is a Sicilian from Brooklyn living in San Francisco. A lover of life, great food, and a good laugh, Frank was also a drug addict, morbidly obese, pre-diabetic, and fighting Hepatitis C. Estranged from his daughter, single, and struggling with depression, Frank knows that life can be better than this, and looked for a way out. Through Frank’s story of love, redemption, and transformation, the viewers of the May I Be Frank documentary and readers of his book, May I Be Frank, documentary witness the power of change for themselves and the world. It's the essence of the human condition and what it truly means to fall in love again. Join Dr. Michelle and Frank as they talk about: Unpacking his life before the film including health, family, work, and education. How the May I Be Frank documentary completely changed his life and the obstacles he went through including imposter syndrome at the beginning. His COVID-19 lockdown experience and how it allowed him to self-reflect and positively impact his relationships. What guidance he has to share on cultivating long term relationships with the people we meet during our lifetimes. Taking a closer look at how our behavior affects the people in our lives. Why he believes a key part of why depression happens is because we’re not aligned with our core beliefs. What steps you can take right now if you are feeling lonely. Learn new tools to add to your wellness toolbox including: The power of connecting with yourself and how to release thoughts and feelings that are no longer serving you anymore. What process he goes through to get rid of the different voices inside his head and instead just listen to one - his own. Why reaching out and helping someone else can be some of the best medicine for your own wellbeing. Unpacking why we’re the happiest when we’re not even thinking about ourselves but of other people. How we can show up as our authentic selves by focusing on what brings us joy. Do something nice for somebody and don't get caught. - Frank Ferrante Mentioned In This Episode SCBS Ep. 18: Raz Ingrasci and Frank Ferrante – Ready to Feng Shui Your Soul? May I Be Frank Trailer Stream May I Be Frank Documentary May I Be Frank Book: May I Be Frank DVD Day 8 - Rhythm and Resilience with Reverend Patricia T. Bass The Hoffman Process Day 6 - Rhythm and Resilience with Teri Griege Byron Katie Connect Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube
This week, I'm excited to welcome Ryland Engelhart. He is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of Kiss the Ground. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” He is an entrepreneur and activist, and works to inspire more "gratitude" into our culture. He speaks on sacred commerce, tools for building community, and regeneration and is the host of Kiss the Ground's "We Can Do This Podcast." Questions asked during our conversation: How do you define regenerative vs degenerative agriculture? Is it too late to be considering sustainability? How important are animals in the soil health conversation? https://180nutrition.com.au/ This week, I'm excited to welcome Ryland Engelhart. Ryland is an entrepreneur, a restaurateur and social activist who co-owns the super popular plant-based restaurants Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. He's also co-founder of Kiss the Ground, a nonprofit increasing social awareness and educating millions of people about the extraordinary benefits of healthy soil. In this episode, we discuss the fundamentals of regenerative agriculture and discover what we can all do at a community level to cultivate global regeneration. Over to Ryland. Hey guys, this is Stu from 180 Nutrition, and I am delighted to welcome Ryland Engelhart to the podcast, Ryland, how are you? Ryland 00:01:50 I'm feeling great. Thank you so much. It's been great to get to know you a little bit before we jumped in here. And yeah, grateful to share love and information. That was kind of my mom's declaration of what there was to do in life, was to share love and information. And so it's always a delight to be invited to speak on a podcast, to share with new audience about what I've learned over my life that could potentially be helpful for others. Stu 00:02:23 That is awesome. Well, that is what we are super excited about diving into today. But first up, for all of our listeners that might not be familiar with you or your work, I would love it if you could just tell us a little bit about yourself and your background, please. Ryland 00:02:35 Okay, beautiful. So professionally over the last 15 years, I've been working within a family business, a restaurant business on the West Coast of the United States called Love Serve Remember. It is a management company that oversees two different restaurant chains. One is called Gracias Madre, which is organic plant-based Mexican food. And one is called Cafe Gratitude, which I know many Australians who have come and visited California have come to Cafe Gratitude. You guys have been a big international group that has been big fans of Cafe Gratitude. And really, yeah, we've been a family of, I would say, entrepreneurs really driving health and wellness and plant-based lifestyle. 15 years ago when we started the Cafe Gratitude, there was no such thing in the general lexicon of understanding of what cold brewed coffee was. No one was eating kale. Quinoa was not pronounceable. And almond milk, there wasn't almond milk on the shelf. It was just a completely different time. And we had the amazing opportunity of understanding as a family. We had been vegetarian for most of our lives and really got into healthy, organic food, and wanted to provide that for people through our restaurants. But I would say the bigger mission of our restaurant company was about spreading the consciousness of gratitude and really, how do we create a public domain, a business, a commercial venture, where we invite people in to that space, and we not only nourish them with healthy food, but we actually also curate healthy or meaningful or purposeful or grateful conversations. And so really, the food was the kind of carrot to get people in the door, but really we were more after having people be centered in a grateful place. What we saw was when you're grateful, you are more present and you're also more loving and kind. When you're full of great, you're not trying to get stuff from the world. You're not trying to be a consumer, more and more and more for me, me, me, because you're in gratefulness. You're in the spirit of gratitude. So that was a a long intro, but yeah, the Cafe Gratitude's been around for 15 years. We have restaurants in the Bay Area on San Diego and in Los Angeles. So that's kind of been my professional world for the last 15 years. And then I ventured out about seven years ago actually to start my own nonprofit called Kiss the Ground, which is kind of my current passion and focus. And really, that's focused on education advocacy for healthy soil and regenerative agriculture as the basis of a healthy civilization. And that if we really trace back a lot of the problems that humanity faces, it comes back to a destruction of the ecology that serves all of life coming from that earth, and that if we could get our relationship to soil, right and if we could heal our soils, we could actually heal a lot of our human health challenges. We could heal a lot of our ecological degradation. The big kind of aha moment was, oh my God, there's actually a solution to how we can reverse and bring the carbon out of the atmosphere that's causing climate change. We can actually draw enough carbon down into the soil, such that it actually provides something of value in soil so it makes a problem into a solution when that carbon comes out of the air into the soil, and that everyone who eats could be potentially catalyzing that movement. So I started a nonprofit called Kiss the Ground to really advocate and educate around regenerative agriculture so that we could scale that up to what the new norm in agriculture. Because looking long and hard at the future of humanity on planet earth, I didn't really see how the current sustainability framework or model could actually make a difference. It just seemed like kind of ideas that were less harmful that made us feel good in the now moment, but really weren't actually going to make the difference that makes the difference, and that we were just going to slowly drive off a cliff. Now I have a son who's two, and so it makes me even more passionate about how we can heal and regenerate this beautiful, precious one of a kind planet in the universe. For full interview and transcript: https://180nutrition.com.au/180-tv/ryland-engelhart-interviews/
“Love is not something found in a person, place or thing. It’s something that is ever present in our hearts and always available as a gift and it costs nothing to share it.”Ryland EngelhartLast week we explored the world of regenerative farming, soil health and biodiversity as critical levers to improve human health. Consolidate food security. Drawdown carbon. And backpedal climate change.Today we expound on that theme with entrepreneur, restauranteur and social activist Ryland Engelhart.Ryland is the ‘Mission Fulfillment Officer' and co-owner of Café Gratitude and Gracias Madre, a family owned group of legendary plant-based restaurants. The epicenter of California vegan cuisine & culture, it's a platform he uses to not only feed people amazing food but to cultivate community — and most importantly, inspire more gratitude into our lives and culture.In addition, Ryland is a speaker and passionate advocate for sacred commerce, community building and regenerative farming principles, which he supports as co-founder of Kiss The Ground, a non-profit that provides education regarding the connection between soil, human, and planetary health. Among its board of advisors are former podcast guests Paul Hawken, Dr. Zach Bush and David Bronner.If you enjoyed those conversations, or last week's exchange with John & Molly Chester, then you're in for a treat with Ryland.This is a conversation about the importance of soil regeneration and its impact on everything from food security and climate change reversal to improving human health.We open with Ryland’s hippie upbringing. How he learned early the philosophy of using business as a force for good — something he calls sacred commerce.We discuss how doing good — adding value to people’s lives — is not only always the right thing to do, but also the best long-term path to profits.We explore the origins, trajectory and intentionality behind his family's incredible group of restaurants — Cafe Gratitude, Gracias Madre and his sister’s Sage Plant-Based Bistros — which together form the cornerstone of plant-based dining in Los Angeles and beyond.Then we dive into the principles of conscious capitalism, the importance of regenerative farming, and the reasons why soil health is such a crucial component in the holistic equation of sustainable human, animal and planetary health.Finally we discuss his various film projects, including his documentaries May I Be Frank* and Kiss The Ground — a must see you might have heard Woody Harrelson recently raving about on Marc Maron’s podcast.But more than anything, this is a conversation about love, awareness, and the power of gratitude as a living, breathing philosophy of life.You can watch it all go down on YouTube.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Mollie Engelhart is the person I think of when I hear the phrase, "want something done, give it to the busiest person in the room" She is the executive chef and founder of Sage Plant Based Bistro, a growing group of plant based organic comfort food restaurants in the greater Los Angeles area. She operates a 20 acre organic farm focused on regenerative agriculture is also the executive producer of the award-winning documentary film, "May I Be Frank." and is an accomplished spoken word poet (just to name a few things she has already done).I loved getting into Mollie's journey and how being raised by conscious parents that were immersed in personal development shaped her life, even though she tried her hardest to rebel from it. Mollie has a heart of gold, and amazing views on fears, loss, showing up for life and the opportunities it hands you and so much more!You can find more detailed show notes and links to things we mention at https://yourjoyologist.com/podcast-mollie-engelhart and from me in general at https://yourjoyologist.com and @yourjoyologist on Instagram/Twitter/FacebookYou can find Mollie at @chefmollie and her restaurants at @thekindsage www.sageveganbistro.comGo get + gift my daily inspiration app OWN YOUR AWESOME and check out my at shop.yourjoyologist.com Use code “claimit25” for 25% off to get a headstart on your holiday shopping!
We often come across people who have everything yet suffer with depression, anxiety or adrenal fatigue; and those with nothing who are overflowing with happiness and fulfillment. In this week's podcast episode, James chats with Frank Ferrante. If you haven’t heard of Frank, he is the star of his own film called May I Be Frank - which is Frank’s honest, yet hilarious, journey to a healthier version of himself. James asks the questions, gaining a deeper insight into Frank's transformation of body and mind during the course of the documentary. Frank goes beyond the physical and lifestyle changes he experienced during his overhaul and delves into the mental challenges he had to overcome to truly become at peace. In this interview, we dive into an incredibly important aspect of Franks health journey: Emotional cleansing & transformation. You will also discover: The childhood traumas and abuse he faced that lead him to have an unhealthy life as an adult How living unaligned with his core beliefs lead to a deep depression The few yet powerful words that his spiritual advisor asked in order to find forgiveness of himself How finding his inner sense of wealth and fulfillment began to change how he approached everything in life with love
Ryland Engelhart is the Mission Fulfillment Officer and co-owner of Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. He is a co-founder of Kiss The Ground, a non-profit that educates and advocates about the connection between soil, human, and planetary health. He is also a co-creator of the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” He is an entrepreneur and activist, using his restaurants as a platform to inspire more "gratitude" into our culture. He speaks on sacred commerce, tools for building community, and regeneration. Ethan and Ryland discuss how intentional loving practices and principles can support the workplace and our planet. Find Ryland at www.cafegratitude.com
On episode 31 of Sourcing Matters we welcome Ryland Engelhart and Jesse Smith of Kiss The Ground. Well known for the critically acclaimed book and forthcoming movie, both sharing the same namesake as their organization, non-profit Kiss The Ground is telling a new story about our ability to regenerate land, reverse climate change and reconnect to nature by building back healthy soil. Through programs focused on storytelling, education, business, community gardens and the farmland – Kiss The Ground empowers people to restore soil and help accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture. Seamlessly complementing each other throughout the 45 minute conversation, both guests brought unique insight to our discussion which connected soil, human, and planetary health. Ryland Engelhart currently serves as the Mission Fulfillment Officer and co-owner of Cafe Gratitude and Gracias Madre. Engelhart co-founder of Kiss The Ground, and now works tirelessly to educate and advocate about the movement. As a storyteller, Ryland co-created the award-winning, transformational documentary film, “May I Be Frank.” Also, he’s an entrepreneur and activist, using his restaurants as a platform to inspire more “gratitude” into our culture. Running the Kiss The Ground Farmland program, Jesse Smith adds unique acumen from the perspective of a producer and philosopher. Smith is a farmer, designer and consultant focused on the intersection of regenerative supply and enterprise. His passion for agriculture and food systems is rooted in his love of California’s diverse ecosystems, and influenced by his work and travels through Africa, Europe and the western United States. Jessie’s family, friends and community are what inspire him to develop a network of farmers, restaurants and consumers to benefit our soil, water & air. In this episode we go deep into the problems, and potential solutions for a shrinking planet. Ryland describes the impetus for formulating this unique arena of Kiss The Ground which seems set on democratizing complex subjects that will prove increasingly essential for stabilizing all corners of the world. Engaging consumers and citizens as the agents of change, it was consensus amongst all of us that it has to be the grass-roots to lead us forward through this tumultuous and concerning time for the future health of our planet. The people will lead, and the policy will (eventually) follow. Through the collection of their farms, non-profit initiative and restaurants this west coast collaborative is drafting a new recipe for moving us forward. A mechanism that vertically integrates the value chain which will benefit the consumer of their food, fiber and fuel, and lead to positive externalities of regenerative results. www.SourcingMatters.show
LESSONS:1. You must be ready to receive help. Someone could be willing to help you, but if you're not ready to receive it you will miss it.2. You never know when what you say may have a profound impact on someone.3. Life is not linear.4. Success is not something someone gives you, it's a feeling that comes from within. This episode of “Spartan Up!” is sponsored by Athletic Greens. Get 20 travel packs free when you order at https://athleticgreens.com/spartan LINKS: More ABout Frank Ferrante https://www.mayispeakfrankly.com/ SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpShow YouTube: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpYT Google Play: http://bit.ly/SpartanUpPlay FOLLOW SPARTAN UP: Spartan Up on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spartanuppodcast/ Spartan Up on Twitter https://twitter.com/SpartanUpPod CREDITS: Producer – Marion Abrams, Madmotion, llc. Hosts: Joe De Sena with Johnny Waite, Sefra Alexandra, and Col. Tim Nye with special guest this week Zach Even-Esh Synopsis – Matt Baatz © 2018 Spartan
Frank Ferrante, the subject of May I Be Frank, discusses the power of personal transformation, hitting rock bottom, and how he'd change the education system in America.
On today’s episode of the Achieve Your Goals podcast, Ryland Engelhart is here to inspire and awaken the love and gratitude already in your life! Ryland is a co-Owner of Café Gratitude, a collection of 100% organic plant-based restaurants that aims to create a menu and environment that supports health and sustainability for all. As the Chief Inspiration Officer (CIO), Ryland is dedicated to culturing community, love, connection and empowerment in the workplace. He is an activist, inspirational speaker, and life coach who leads workshops on sacred commerce, relationships and communication. Ryland co-created the award winning transformational Documentary Film, “May I Be Frank” and is also the co-Founder of Kiss The Ground, a non-profit organization that is on a mission to inspire and advocate for the restoration of soil worldwide. In this conversation, you’ll learn all about how Café Gratitude got it’s start and the guiding principles that have allowed the business to scale from 1 to 6 locations in less than 6 years. If you want to find out what makes this company so different and how they inspire and awaken love and gratitude in the hearts and minds of every employee and customer that they touch, then you won’t want to miss this interview! KEY TAKEAWAYS [06:57] Ryland shares the origin story of Café Gratitude and how the creation of a board game turned into 6 transformational raw food restaurants in the past 6 years. [15:58] Ryland shares the family values that provided a foundation for business success. [18:30] Learn the 4 guiding principles to “sacred commerce.” [21:42] Discover the unusual and powerful process Ryland uses to create a culture of community, love, connection and empowerment among his employees… or as he calls them “Advocates.” [31:10] How Ryland’s team creates a one-of-a-kind customer experience. [37:08] How a non-profit organization, Kiss The Ground, is feeding the world and putting a stop to climate change. [43:00] Jon practices the “clearing process” with Ryland, including the 2 questions that can help anyone immediately feel present and grateful for their life. AYG TWEETABLE ''What can I already be thankful for that already exists in my life?'' EPISODE RESOURCES Café Gratitude Abounding River Board Game Sacred Commerce: Business as a Path of Awakening Kiss The Ground Why Soil Matters How Wolves Change Rivers CONNECT WITH RYLAND ENGELHART Facebook Twitter Instagram CONNECT WITH HAL Facebook Twitter Achieve Your Goals Podcast on iTunes RATE & REVIEW THE PODCAST Reviews for the podcast on iTunes are greatly appreciated and will allow us to get the word out about the show and grow as a community. We read every single review and believe each one goes a long way in helping us make the show even better! If you received value from this episode, please take a moment and rate and review the podcast by clicking here.
TODAY'S GUEST: I was born on August 26, 1951. According to my astrological chart, “peace and harmony are my battle cry.” (Talk about a perfect set-up for contradictions.) Apparently I am also “flashy but not gaudy and prefer to dress elegantly.” Obviously, my sartorial preferences reflect my greater spiritual depth. I have been, in no particular order, a NY City cab driver, scrap metal hauler, dishwasher, census taker, mail boy, ditch digger, bouncer, illegal narcotics distributor, general contractor, actor, and radio announcer, and carpenter. I am also an avid reader, seeker of God, weight gain/weight loss aficionado, ex-pot smoker, alcoholic, junkie, speed freak, raw foodist, vegan, lover, hater, father, husband, grad student, good guy, bad guy, social activist. I received my high school diploma when I was 51. I would have done it when I was younger but I was busy. Early in this century I was admitted to UCSB where I earned a BA in History. I then entered an MA program in the Humanities Department at San Francisco State University to sate a lifelong fascination in the subject. I'm particularly intrigued by the migration of cultures, peoples, and souls. As the subject of the documentary MAY I BE FRANK?, I have become a spokesperson for personal transformation and weight loss. My experience dealing with these struggles from a holistic perspective compels me to speak about the power of transformation that rests in all of us. I am not an expert nor do I have the answer. I have witnessed the indisputable fact that we are all connected. What we do can and will make a difference. I have learned that the three most important things a man can say are: I don't know.Would you please help me? I love you." HUNGRY FOR CHANGE exposes shocking secrets the diet, weight loss and food industry don't want you to know about; deceptive strategies designed to keep you coming back for more. Find out what's keeping you from having the body and health you deserve and how to escape the diet trap forever. In spite of the anxiety and uncertainty, I am so grateful to be alive and to participate in this adventure. I get to do my dream job. I travel and emotionally connect with people. The Beatles were right, ‘ ‘and in the end. The love you take is equal to the love you make.' I plan to make as much as possible. Connect With Today's guest: FRANK FERRANTE Website: http://www.mayispeakfrankly.com AND www.HungryForChange.tv Frank's Movie: http://amzn.to/2gp1HHR (affiliate link) On Twitter On Facebook IN THIS EPISODE: We all know that taking personal responsibility for your own issues and moving toward healing from the pain can be a hard thing to do. None of us come by that kind of courage naturally because the pain and fear hold us back. Normal is often more comfortable than the difficult path toward healing. But my guest today has a story that is a wonderful example of what can happen when you do take personal responsibility for your healing and walk the path to get there. I want you to meet Frank Ferrante, an inspirational author and speaker, on this episode of Vidal Speaks. Frank grew up in a very hostile, unhealthy environment. Those are his own words. It was the difficulty of those formative years that drove him to seek solace in all kinds of things that were not good for him, from hard drugs to overeating. But Frank has come to see that though he's still got significant pain from things done wrong to him, there's nobody responsible for changing the effect of those things except himself. I hope you'll listen to Frank Ferrante's story. It's not only inspiring, it's powerfully motivating for anyone who's struggling with addiction or obesity. You wouldn't expect a guy who was in Frank Ferrante's shoes to be the one to step beyond the pain and suffering he'd experienced to become an example for others to follow. His own wounds went so deep and his obesity and poor self-image were such debilitating problems, he was the last guy you'd consider for that kind of role. But an encounter with some young people who dared to love and encourage him made all the difference. When you hear the impact these simple gestures of friendship made in Frank's life you'll be able to see that your words and love toward others could make a powerful difference as well. It's never easy to deal with the pain of abuse and addiction. But there comes a point in every life where the pain becomes unacceptable and you have to do something about it. Frank Ferrante's story of overcoming those kinds of wounds is powerful because he wasn't even in a place to want that kind of healing when someone challenged him, through love, to take personal responsibility for himself and make positive changes. I hope you take the time to get to know Frank as he shares his story on this episode. He's got lots of heart and compassion and could be the one person who can speak to you right where you are. Life isn't a linear process. That's one of the things my guest on this episode, Frank Ferrante shares about how his progress and setbacks have contributed to making him who he is today. He's not one of those guru's who only lets you see the polished side of his life. In fact, he's not a guru at all. Frank is a normal guy who is very open about the continuing struggles he has and the hope that comes when he is honest about his life and the responsibility he has to take to make it better. You'll love the humble heart Frank speaks from, so I hope you'll take a bit of time to enjoy an inspirational story of overcoming the odds and making a change that lasts. Outline Of This Great Episode [1:59] My introduction to this episode and my guest, Frank Ferrante. [9:31] Frank's introduction to his movie, “May I Be Frank.” [25:20] How Frank became healed of his addictions and pain. [32:10] Uncovering the source of anguish that brings us to a bad place. [37:38] The power of Frank's relapse in making true change. [41:04] The impact of Frank's divorce on himself and his family. [43:42] The abuse and addictions Frank had to overcome. [49:35] Learning to let go of the regrets. [52:25] Who is Frank today? [57:47] 3 things for listeners to consider from Frank's lessons-learned. [1:00:39] How Frank's eating has changed to date.
Another track produced in my "Housed Up Mix" style. Moving up the Billboard Dance Chart, this sanctioned remix is approved by DJ Pebbles, Friendship Collective, and May I Be FRANK, Inc.. DJ PEBBLES -- "To Not Love You" Label: Friendship Collective
MY FIRST OFFICIAL BILLBOARD ORIGINAL PROMO REMIX! This remix has been sanctioned by FOUREVER1, Randy Jackson, Friendship Collective and May I Be FRANK, Inc. FOUREVER1 - "All About Tonight" Label: Friendship Collective Billboard Club Chart: 24*-20! (just short of the bullet- Pls continue to support to T15!) T15BOUND + T10M.Added w/5 NEW Adds! **HOT NEW EXCLUSIVE DUB** from: DEANNE
Today on Small Changes Big Shifts I will be speaking with my good friends Raz Ingrasci from the Hoffman Process and Frank Ferrante of MAY I BE FRANK. The Hoffman Process is a week-long personal-growth retreat that helps participants identify negative behaviors, moods, and ways of thinking that developed unconsciously and were conditioned in childhood. If you are looking for a story about a “real person” transforming their life, and you aren’t familiar with Frank Ferrante you must listen to this episode. Frank received his GED at 51. He lost over 100 pounds, healed old patterns and became sober. You can read more about his story here.
Frank Ferrante, subject of the transformational documentary May I Be Frank? headlines, and Joy Pierson and Bart Potenza of New York City's Candle restaurants share delicacies for Easter and Passover.
* FrankFerrante shares the most important lessons he's learned since filming his movie "May I Be Frank" * How to find the courage to transform misery, shame, suffering, hopelessness, discomfort, anger, resentment, rage, and pain into positive power * The place Frank went to lose 120 pounds and feel more connected with his family and himself * 42 days that changed Franks life (and the most important thing you can do for yourself to live a more fulfilling life) * Is addiction a gift or a curse? Frank, Joe and Morgan discuss the mind of an addict and the real reason twelve steps exist * Sex, Drugs and Transformation: How to shift your perception to have more joy, well-being, and happiness * Sex, Drugs and Transformation: How to shift your perception to have more joy, well-being, and happiness
Tune in as Rev. Heidi interviews Frank Ferrante, of the documentary May I Be Frank, to hear how Frank, seven years after making this film, maintains spirituality in his daily life ... the ups and the downs ... and being a star where you are!!
This week, Frank Ferrante, star of May I Be Frank, a documentary about sex, drugs and transformation opens up about his continual struggles with diet and depression, while singing poignant songs from The Wizard of Oz.
May I be Frank? Take a revealing journey with Frank Ferrante, star of the heart-opening, soul-stirring documentary film May I Be Frank? Ferrante will talk about the rawness of living transparently, having to forgive the trauma of his childhood religion and how to truly love the man exposed in his documentary film. Frankly speaking ... Frank rocks!
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