Best Kyle Barnett Podcasts (2024)

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250! Mastering CEA Profitability in 2024 w. Charlie Hall 47:38

3h ago47:38

47:38

CropTalk has made it to episode 250! In this week's special episode, guest host Adam Greenberg of IUNU navigates a compelling discussion with Charlie Hall, esteemed professor at Texas A&M in person at this year's Cultivate tradeshow. Topics include optimizing economic strategies, enhancing profitability, and the broader economics impacting CEA. Cha…

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Special Episode: Charlotte, Benjamin, and the city 1:05:39

6d ago1:05:39

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How is place an emergent, relational experience, rather than a fixed location? In this special episode, Charlotte and Benjamin speak alongside the sounds of Paris to create a conversation that includes the city. We come to Europe every couple of years to visit family, and this year we will also drop my son off to university. We recorded this episod…

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249. Insights and Strategies for Design and Build Efficiency w. Jeff Lair 24:12

1d ago24:12

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Jeff Lair, Director of Architecture and Engineering at DAG, joins us to discuss insights and strategies for achieving design and build efficiency in Controlled Environment Agriculture. We explore the importance of optimizing processes, balancing cost and operational efficiency, and Jeff offers expert perspectives and forecasts on the evolving lands…

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248. Bridging the Gap between Horticulture and Hospitality w. Jack Maruna 33:47

22d ago33:47

33:47

Jack Maruna, co-founder of Local Grow, joins us to discuss how his startup is helping restaurants and the hospitality industry embrace the benefits of growing their own local produce. In this episode, we explore the marketing advantages of on-site cultivation, hear insights on how to best speak “chef”, and delve into Jack's predictions for the futu…

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Kyle Wagner: The 12 Shifts for Student-Centered Environments 35:37

26d ago35:37

35:37

How might we commit to change in order to create conditions for deeper learning and put students first? In this episode, I speak with Kyle Wagner. Kyle is an education consultant and founder of Transform Educational Consulting (TEC). He specializes in empowering schools to create socially, emotionally, and globally aware citizens through project-ba…

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David Leventhal and Ximena Rodriguez: Travel is education for living 45:12

1M ago45:12

45:12

How might regenerative travel teach us about reciprocity, contributing to a different approach to education? In this episode I speak with David Leventhal and Ximena Rodrigues of Playa Viva. Playa Viva is a B-Corp certified brand that leverages hospitality to bring capital to work to improve ecosystems, for people and planet, to create vibrant, resi…

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246. Mobile Robotics Automation in Indoor Farming w. Christopher Weis Thomasen 26:21

2M ago26:21

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Christopher Weis Thomasen is the CEO of Seasony. With an innovative use of the scissor lift, Christopher and his team are developing technology to help vertical farms adopt more mobile robotics. In this episode of CropTalk, Christopher and I discuss the potential benefits of utilizing mobile robotics for crop monitoring, the recent changes in the f…

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Clover Hogan: Climate breakdown is the symptom, not the illness 48:00

2M ago48:00

48:00

What if we decided to do things differently? I speak with Clover Hogan. Clover is a 24-year-old climate activist and the founding Executive Director of Force of Nature - the youth non-profit turning climate anxiety into action. She has worked alongside the world’s leading authorities on sustainability, consulted within the boardrooms of Fortune 50 …

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245. A Social Impact Apporach to CEA w. Nona Yehia 38:56

3M ago38:56

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In the vertical farming industry, Nona Yehia stands as a beacon of innovation and social impact. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Vertical Harvest, she spearheads a mission-driven initiative to revolutionize agriculture through vertical farming. In this week’s episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgtech we delve into the remarkable journey of Nona and her tea…

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Jenny Andersson: The Power of place 50:35

3M ago50:35

50:35

How might our stories be as unique as the place from which they unfold? In this episode, I speak with Jenny Andersson. Jenny is the founder of The Really Regenerative Centre. She works as a strategist, facilitator and educator, supporting organizations and communities to create visions for the future they want – together – and to find the energy, w…

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244. The importance of Emotional Intelligence in Horticulture w. Paige Franks 38:12

3M ago38:12

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Paige Franks, a Senior Executive Search Advisor at BEST Human Capital & Advisory Group, is an expert on the power of Emotional Intelligence (EI). Recently, she published an insightful article on the crucial role of EI in the horticulture industry. In this weeks episode of CropTalk, Paige and I delve into the current recruitment challenges faced by …

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Ronald Barnett, Ph.D: Higher education is found in criticality, not university 37:04

4M ago37:04

37:04

How might we re-think higher education to be about our ability to discern the world and take action, not the diplomas we receive? I speak with Ronald Barnett. Ron has spent a lifetime in higher education as a scholar, institutional leader and manager, researcher, and writer. He is recognized as having introduced and developed the philosophy of high…

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Jennifer D. Klein and Jill Ackers-Clayton: Re-Wilding learning, teaching, and spaces 54:07

4M ago54:07

54:07

How might we create the conditions and spaces for learning to be wild? Or maybe we need to un-create them for wildness? I speak to Jennifer D. Klein and Jill Ackers-Clayton. Jennifer has a broad background in global education and global partnership development, student-centered curricular strategies, diversity and inclusivity work, authentic assess…

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243. An Optimistic Approach to Vertical Farming w. Paul Gauthier 50:57

4M ago50:57

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Paul Gauthier is the Professor of Controlled Environment Agriculture at The University of Queensland in Australia. With a wealth of experience, including founding the Princeton Vertical Farming Project and contributing to Bowery Farming, Paul offers invaluable insights into the industry. Together, we delve into the crucial role of academic collabor…

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Kevin Bartlett: It is the Why that matters 59:16

4M ago59:16

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How might we come together around a WHY rather than a HOW? Might the HOW sort itself out if we share purpose? In this episode, I speak with Kevin Bartlett. Kevin is the Founder of the Common Ground Collaborative. He has held leadership positions in the UK, Tanzania, Namibia, Austria, and Belgium, where he was most recently Director of the Internati…

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Darren Coxon: AI and the possibile futures 51:56

5M ago51:56

51:56

How might AI create both utopian and dystopian futures all at the same time? What does this mean for education and for learning? In this episode, I speak with Darren Coxon. Darren is Founder of CoxonAI, a worldwide strategic advisory specialising in K-12 AI implementation. An educator for 25 years, Darren has most recently managed the operation of …

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242. Preventing Future Bankruptcies in CEA w. Adam Bergman 37:16

5M ago37:16

37:16

Adam Begman, as the Global Head of AgTech Investment Banking at Citi, possesses unparalleled expertise in AgTech investment. With a proven track record and extensive experience, Adam delivers invaluable insights and pragmatic approaches to drive your business toward prosperity. Drawing from successful case studies in Controlled Environment Agricult…

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David Penberg, Ph.D.: Telling different stories of learning 41:54

5M ago41:54

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How might we free ourselves from the bondage of data to tell different stories of learning? In this episode, I speak with David Penberg, Ph.D. David is an urban and international educator, teacher and writer with 40 years of experience. His work is place-based and intergenerational. He supports communities seeking to become more vital, joyous and i…

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241. Unlocking Success Through Transparency and Calibration w. Carl Gupton 28:34

5M ago28:34

28:34

Carl Gupton, CEO of Greenswell Growers, a leafy greens producer nestled outside Richmond, Virginia, brings a refreshing blend of humility and transparency to the forefront of agricultural innovation. Join us on this episode of CropTalk as Carl shares invaluable lessons gleaned from his expanding operation, offering insightful strategies for success…

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Michael Bunce: The landscape and weather of learning 59:32

5M ago59:32

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How might learning be flow between structure and emergence? How might we measure impact quantitatively and qualitatively? In this episode, I speak with Michael Bunce. Michael is an educator, researcher, and interdisciplinary sound artist, with wide-ranging international experience across education and the arts. As an educational researcher, he spec…

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Eri Mountbatten-O'Malley, Ph.D.: Flourishing is a dynamic process 49:19

6M ago49:19

49:19

What might flourishing look like as collective and individual experiences entangled in environment? Eri Mountbatten-O'Malley is a Senior lecturer in education policy at Bath Spa University and is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His research is philosophical in nature and helps us to better understand social problems and social resear…

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240. CEA Mastery and Industry Branding Challenges w. Melanie Yelton 28:00

6M ago28:00

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Melanie Yelton, the founder of Grow Big CEA Consultants, brings a wealth of expertise cultivated through her impactful roles at Lumigrow and Plenty, with a strong emphasis on Research and Plant Science. In this episode of CropTalk, Melanie and I delve into our shared dedication to advancing local produce, explore the transformative journey to maste…

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Cindy Forde: Storytelling to inspire the possible 44:44

6M ago44:44

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How might we tell new stories open up our imagination to what is possible? In this episode, I speak with Cindy Forde. Cindy’s career has been dedicated to transforming how we understand and act as human beings towards Earth. She works globally with leaders across sectors in education, communication and sustainability including University of Cambrid…

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239. Maximizing Production Efficiency within CEA Leafy Greens w. Devon Robinson 43:00

6M ago43:00

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Devon Robinson is a leafy greens consultant focused on production efficiency and operation excellence. From his experience working at Springworks farm and Little Leaf Farms, Devon is helping growers perfect their grow operations. On this episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgtech Devon and I discuss the importance of cross-training your departments to en…

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238. Defining "Data" and preparing for the AI revolution in CEA w. Anthony Younan 23:59

7M ago23:59

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Anthony Younan is the vertical market head of Food & Beverage at Siemens. On this episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgtech, Anthony and I delve into the critical role of data collection and its pivotal role in fueling AI and the evolution of CEA. With a strong emphasis on grower precision and the immense potential AI holds for the advancement of growin…

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237. People, Plan and Plants w. Jim Pantaleo 47:49

8M ago47:49

47:49

Jim Pantaleo is the Industry Ambassador for the AI Institute for Next Gen Food Systems. With extensive experience in CEA through roles at Urban Produce, Oasis Biotech and Indoor Ag Con, Jim has a plethora of experience to share with the industry. In this episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgtech, Jim and I delve into the crux of industry dynamics, empha…

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236. An Economics driven approach to CEA w. Daniel Plant 45:54

8M ago45:54

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In this episode of CropTalk #Kyletalksagtech, I chat with Daniel Plant, President of Plant Dynamics, an Economics-driven executive in Controlled Environment Agriculture. We explore his data-focused approach, discussing the importance of backing claims with clear data as Dan offers insights into the future of the industry, and the significance of 'f…

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Rūta Žemčugovaitė: Remembering our relationality 48:59

8M ago48:59

48:59

How might we transform our relationality with the world, as the world, especially the non-human world? In this episode, I speak with Rūta Žemčugovaitė. Rūta is a writer, artist, and researcher, working with mycelium for regenerative futures. With a background in Psychology, she learned to facilitate trauma healing and shadow work in Costa Rica and …

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235. The End of CEA 1.0 w. Curt Meltzer 32:10

9M ago32:10

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Curt Meltzer, founder of Curt Meltzer CEA Consulting, is a distinguished professional with a remarkable journey. With a wealth of experience as the former CEO of Kentucky Fresh Harvest and a background as an attorney, Curt brings a diverse and experienced perspective to controlled environment agriculture. In this episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgtec…

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Luis Alberto Camargo: If you have a deep question, ask the forest 54:28

9M ago54:28

54:28

What might happen when the landscape is our place of learning? In this episode, I speak with Luis Alberto Camargo. Luis was named the 2023 Richard Louv Prize recipient, in recognition of his life’s work, which has impacted 130,000 children and youth across Colombia. Luis is Founder and Executive Director of Organización para la Educación y Protecci…

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Gil Friend: Learning and investing as if we belonged to the natural world 54:12

9M ago54:12

54:12

What might it be like if we approached education and business as if we belonged to the living world? In this conversation, I speak with Gil Friend. Gil, a systems ecologist and business strategist, is widely considered a founder of the sustainable business movement. He is noted for inspiring, challenging, and supporting business, policy, and invest…

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234. Energy Optimizing the CEA Industry w. Gretchen Schimelpfenig 44:00

9M ago44:00

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Gretchen Schimelpfenig is the Senior Energy Engineer at Energy Resources Integration, LLC and the Executive Director of GLASE. On this episode of CropTalk #KyleTalksAgTech Gretchen and I discuss the importance of energy optimization, utilizing the available resources to maximize your efficiencies and some of the key strategies to overcome the colle…

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Will Richardson: Stories told from the future 47:44

9M ago47:44

47:44

How might the stories we tell about the future help us bring about the futures we want? In this episode, I speak with Will Richardson. Will was a guest on the podcast a couple of years ago, and it's fascinating to notice how he his thinking has both shifted and stayed strong. A former public school educator of 22 years, Will has spent the last 18 y…

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