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EPISODE · Jun 16, 2025 · 19 MIN

Episode 10: James Valencia

from The Conscious Table · host edie weintraub + laurel r. elliott

In this episode of The Conscious Table, host Laurel R. Elliott sits down with James Valencia, an urban farmer specializing in mushrooms and microgreens, to explore the evolving world of sustainable city agriculture.James shares his journey into urban farming and why mushrooms and microgreens are gaining traction—both for their powerful nutritional value and economic accessibility. Laurel and James also delve into the often-overlooked health benefits of mushrooms, including their potential role in treating neurological conditions, and emphasize the importance of community education in changing how we view food, health, and farming.Find us on www.wircircle.com and follow/subscribe so you don't miss a bite!

In this episode of The Conscious Table, host Laurel R. Elliott sits down with James Valencia, an urban farmer specializing in mushrooms and microgreens, to explore the evolving world of sustainable city agriculture.James shares his journey into urban farming and why mushrooms and microgreens are gaining traction—both for their powerful nutritional value and economic accessibility. Laurel and James also delve into the often-overlooked health benefits of mushrooms, including their potential role in treating neurological conditions, and emphasize the importance of community education in changing how we view food, health, and farming.Find us on www.wircircle.com and follow/subscribe so you don't miss a bite!

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