In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Oona Snoeyenbos-West, an environmental microbiologist and co-founder of MycoMine, a pioneering startup using fungi to clean up pollution. With over two decades of experience, Oona is at the forefront of mycoremediation — the process of using fungi’s mycelium networks to break down environmental pollutants like oil spills, heavy metals, and plastics.

We discuss her journey from a childhood fascination with dinosaurs to building a company that bridges the gap between lab science and real-world impact. Oona shares the challenges of scaling fungal solutions, navigating regulatory hurdles, and the potential of fungi to turn waste into valuable materials, from mycelium leather to biofertilizers.

If you’re curious about how fungi can help clean our water, restore soils, and inspire new industries, this conversation is for you. We also explore why investment, education, and collaboration are key to unlocking fungi’s full potential.

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In this episode, we sit down with Professor Han Wösten, a pioneer in fungal biology with over three decades of experience. Based at Utrecht University, Han leads cutting-edge research into fungal growth and development, including projects exploring mycelium-based leather and sustainable materials.

We explore his journey into applied science — from mycoremediation and biodegradable coatings to functional foods and novel biomaterials. Han reflects on the bridge between science and entrepreneurship, the value of artist–scientist collaboration, and what it takes to bring fungi-based innovations to life.

If you're curious about the future of sustainable materials — and how fungi might help clean our water, feed the planet, and shape new industries — this one's for you.

This podcast features music by Modern Biology. Check out his work here:
https://www.modernbiology.xyz/
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In this episode, Mycocycle’s founder and CEO Joanne Rodriguez shares an inspiring journey from the construction industry to building a company that partners with fungi to transform waste into high-performance materials. What started with an experiment on asphalt shingles has grown into a mission to replace plastics with nature-inspired innovations.

Tune in to discover how biomimicry, fungi, and a regenerative mindset are reshaping industries—and what it takes to scale a nature-based solution.

This podcast features music by Modern Biology. Check out his work here:
https://www.modernbiology.xyz/
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