Ovinology
by Madeline Rosenberg
Between 9,000 and 11,000 years ago, man and sheep joined forces. Together they have conquered the world, and today they contribute more than you think! Ovinology tells the story of sheep through a mix of history, philosophy, religion, science, and legend.
Episodes
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Let's Get Dirty!
Soil health is the third leg of our grazing triangle! Learn more than you ever expected about dirt, top soil, and how plants grow! Grass-fed Cattle by Julius Reuchel...
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The Fair
We were supposed to discuss soil this week, and I promise we'll get to it. However, last week was our last KY State Fair and I want to share why. Sources include: https://kystatefair.s3.amazonaws.com/2022/06/Livestock-2023-6.pdf https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/State_fair...
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What Is Grazing, Anyway?
Sources: https://www.fao.org/livestock-systems/global-distributions/sheep/en/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruminant Grass-fed Cattle by Julius Reuchel patreon.com/ovinology
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Season Two Sneak Peak
A new season of Ovinology is coming soon! We'll look at sheep in their Villain Era and explore how they've transformed into Heroes! Check out additional media available at https://www.patreon.com/ovinology! Thanks to changes on the Patreon platform, I'm now able to offer the Ovinology shepherding...
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Juneteenth
WARNING: there is some language in this episode that I would not normally use. It is quoted primary source. This Juneteenth episode explores clothing and textiles of the 18th and 19th century, pertaining to enslaved people. University of Nebraska 2000 African American Women: Plantation Textile...
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Sheep of the Shire
This week we'll travel to the western border of England, where Shropshire, Staffordshire, and Worcestershire meet, to learn about the gentle and prolific Shropshire sheep. Ovinology is still open for business on Teespring and Patreon. PLEASE follow CDC guidelines and make the world a better place...
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Cinnamon Roost Farm
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cinnamonroost Instagram: @cinnamonroost Website: www.cinnamonroost.com
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Sonoran Desert Dyed Fiber
A puppy named Mac, a dyer named Cheryl, and yarns dyed exclusively with plants from Arizona! What's not to love? Be sure to check out extra photos on Instagram: @ovinology https://www.facebook.com/SonoranDesertDyedFibers/
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When is a Breed a Breed?
On our drive from Madrid Farm to Sonoran Desert, Sonja explained the origin of the California Red sheep (Tunis x Barbados Blackbelly). We then debated CVM Romeldale. Should a color qualify as a breed? Is a crossbred by any other name a rare breed? What do you think? Leave your comments on the...
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Wool You Knit When It's 120?
The desert conjures images of young Clint Eastwood, snakes, sagebrush, and extreme thirst. In Tempe Arizona, however, the local thirst is for fiber in every form! Welcome to Tempe Yarn & Fiber, arguably the BEST LYS I have ever seen. It's like a sorority you don't have to rush; they even have...
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Adventures in Shearing
I'm back from Arizona, with stories and information and incredible photos to share! This week you'll hear the proposed ASI Animal Welfare guidelines for shearing, along with discussion about the industry. Then you'll visit Madrid Farms with me, where Mick Hofmann talks about his experience as a...
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The Foothill Agrarian and His Flying Mule
As we prepare to convene in Arizona, it's only fitting to visit a shepherd, ecologist, and the President of the California Wool Growers' Association, Mr. Dan Macon. You can follow Dan's daily sheepherder updates on Instagram: @flyingmule. Cheviot, Shropshire, and BFL contribute to his three-tier...
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Steitzhof Merinos
Meet John Steitz, civil engineer turned full time shepherd. He and his wife Carol raise champion natural colored Merinos in the Flathead Valley of Montana, surrounded by bears and wolves. How do they stay safe? How do you pick a llama off Craigslist? And how did Tulip, a thrifty ewe with little…
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Mulesing
PLEASE click this link and leave comments AGAINST the proposed ban of over-the-counter antibiotic sales! This video does not show anything ghastly; it's an educational video showing how to crutch a non-mulesed Merino. Note how stretchy and wrinkly the lamb is, as well as how much wool is left on...
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Ta-ta, Tunis
Goats. Farm visits. Show sheep. And yes, Tunis. This is the final episode with Charis Bennett Walker of Tarheelbilly Farm. Also, can we just take a moment to celebrate that (while she certainly has a strong handsome supportive husband) we went THREE EPISODES without talking about men in...
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Talkin' Tunis Part Two
Welcome back to Part 2 of our chat! In this episode, Charis talks about the history of the Tunis breed, her views on shepherding and the future of farming. Best strap yourself to the tractor - we get real. WARNING: VARIABLE AUDIO Some of this was recorded outside, because 7 hours is too long to…
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Talkin' Tunis with Tarheelbilly
Charis Walker, shepherdess of Tarheelbilly Farm, spent an entire wonderful day with me talking about her sheep, her views on farming, and a whole lot more! I am so excited to share her wisdom with the world in this first half of a two-part discussion. For substantial companion bonus content,...
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BONUS EPISODE: Profile of a President as Producer
Hey Ovinologists, this bonus episode got a little out of hand...like Jefferson's plans with sheep! It's relevant to our discussion of Tunis, so listen up and prepare for the amazing Charis Walker! Suggested Reading: https://www.monticello.org/site/research-and-collections/sheep...
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Raisin' Sheep the Roman Way!
Roll up your peplos and tighten your toga. You're about to start your own flock of Roman sheep! Thanks for listening, and happy Halloween! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orf_(disease) https://wesscholar.wesleyan.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2663&context=etd_hon_theses...
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Et ovium Romanum
In Part 1 of 2, we'll explore the history of Grecian and Roman sheep including food, fertilizer, fiber processing, and dyes. It's more fun than it sounds, I promise! Also, I'm your host, Madeline Rosenberg. http://factsanddetails.com/world/cat56/sub408/entry-6384.html...
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The Origins of Our Relationsheep
More details on the domestication of Ovis Aries can be found here: https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2014/04/how-sheep-became-livestock https://www.thoughtco.com/when-sheep-were-first-domesticated-172635 https://www.iwto.org/history-sheep https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_the_domestic_sheep...
About this show
Between 9,000 and 11,000 years ago, man and sheep joined forces. Together they have conquered the world, and today they contribute more than you think! Ovinology tells the story of sheep through a mix of history, philosophy, religion, science, and legend.
Hosted by
Madeline Rosenberg