A Branded Episodic Adventure Series
A true WRKSHRT expression. DIRT is a series we began in collaboration with our dear friend Kate West at Huckberry and since early 2022 we’ve been continuously producing episodes of this investigative travel adventure food show and onward we go! This series delves into the age-old and worldwide network of small purveyors of food and craft inside every community and prevalent everywhere in the world. We highlight the processes of farming, foraging, fishing, fermenting, and any other method, new and old, of satiating people across the globe. With the intention of educating and inspiring the general public, DIRT shines light on the small guys around us committed to their craft and who prioritize the preservation of their culture and the prosperity of their own community over financial gain. The goal of DIRT is to inspire a more intentional and curious approach to travel and to remind our viewers that by leading with kindness, curiosity, and respect, you will be met with generosity and the opening of worlds.
We are very proud to say that the production of this series is handled in large by just a core team of four people, David, Wade, Kate and Josh, but it would not be possible without the amazing effort and time we’re granted by the wonderful people on each journey that join us for the ride. Every character, chef, fixer, translator, photographer, friend, and friend of a friend contributes hugely to the success of each episode and we couldn’t be more grateful to share with them these amazing life experiences and the creation of something uniquely special with each trip. We must also thank everyone at Huckberry and the company as a whole for supporting us in developing this series, and a huge shout out to the brilliant musicians of Actual Magic under the Chances with Wolves umbrella for providing all the music for our episodes since we met them in the New York episode.
All episodes are free for all to watch on YouTube. Join us on the ride!
Adventure and food have always been interconnected. In Huckberry’s first episodic series, host Josh Rosen takes us on local missions beyond the city limits to source foods unique to that region. Each episode ends back in the city with a feast featuring all the foods foraged throughout the adventures!
EP.13 - kansai | DIRT
Huckberry's flagship adventure series is back in Japan and the DIRT crew is still hungry for adventure. This time, they’re diving into the Kansai region—where millennia-old traditions flow from the shore of Lake Biwa to surf breaks on the coast. Chef Coleman Griffin gives them a taste of the deep cultural immersion that inspires his culinary practice, from chef knives descended from samurai swords to fermented carp that went on to spawn sushi. And turns out, the perfect meal does exist, and the crew knew it as soon as they had a bite of their final omakase.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.12 - new zealand | DIRT
They say you come to New Zealand as a stranger, but leave as family. In this episode of DIRT, the crew goes full circle—meeting Muttonbird chefs Emma and George on the South Island before hopping up to Raglan and working their way back down. Water-skiing next to snow-capped mountains, cooking in hot springs the Māori way, and stargazing at Wairarapa Dark Sky Reserve are all on the itinerary. But it’s the final “Feed” done Kiwi-style that makes one thing clear—in this unique and stunning land, nobody’s a stranger for long.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.11 - colorado | DIRT
Everyone knows Colorado for its epic mountains and fresh powder. But on this episode of DIRT, we’re digging into the unexpected side of the state (UFO rumors and all). Whether surfing infinite river waves, cultivating perfect carrot seeds, or fly fishing in downtown Denver’s shadow—geeky passions run high. Follow along as we gather ingredients for a farm to table final feast equal parts foraged, free-range, and free-thinking.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.10 - TEXAS | DIRT
Anyone can be a cowboy—that’s the biggest thing the DIRT crew learned in Texas. From riding bulls in Fort Worth to off-roading in the Chihuahuan desert to forging their own path across this vast state with the help of local trailblazers Liz and Lou Lambert. Lucky for us, they even stopped by Huckberry’s own backyard in Austin for a quick ruck and a couple games of chicken sh*t bingo. When the dust finally settled, we fired up the barbecue for our beefiest feast yet and raised our ranch waters high to 10 DIRT episodes in the can.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.9 - Hokkaido | DIRT
In our second episode in Japan, the DIRT team went road-tripping through beautiful, snowy Japanese landscapes—and tasting everything in sight. A crown jewel in the northeast corner of Japan, Hokkaido may be famous among skiers and snowboarders for the luscious "Japow," but way beyond the tourist trail there's a burgeoning new food scene and a unique and vibrant history. Though, if we're honest, Josh probably could've spent the whole trip carving up the mountain and been a happy camper.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.8 - KYUSHU | DIRT
In this episode of DIRT, the crew road tripped around Kyushu. The food culture in Kyushu dates back to the emperors of Japan, and the Black Current off the eastern shore has shaped the island's cuisine for centuries. The DIRT team followed that current up the coastline, surfing with new friends and tasting new flavors. And with each stop, we learned even more about how the traditions we keep can honor thousands of years of knowledge—and point the way to the future.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.7 - ATLANTA | DIRT
“My neighborhood poured so much into me. We poured so much into each other. I just want to make us proud." — Killer Mike
Atlanta is a city famous for vibrant art and tasty food, so for this episode the DIRT team went looking for the real people behind the scenes working to make this city so special. Josh meets celebrated chefs, barbers, farmers, and even a butter-wrapping machine dubbed André 4000 because he's "the second best 'wrapper' in Atlanta"—though special guest Killer Mike would probably take issue with that. Thirty years ago the real André announced to the world "the South got something to say," so tune in and listen up.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.6 - ALASKA | DIRT
"You should never go to Alaska as a young man because you'll never be satisfied with any other place as long as you live. And there's a lot of truth to that.” — John Muir
Hop in the float plane—a new episode of DIRT just dropped. Host Josh Rosen makes his way back to Alaska, “the land of air, sea, and sky,” for the first time since a family trip in ’93. All feast, no sleep is the name of the game as Josh makes the most of Alaska’s abundant and legendary daylight alongside local guides, fishermen, and even a couple grizzlies. There’ll be plenty of time to hibernate in winter. But for now—join us—there are halibut to filet, rainforest ’shrooms to forage, and mountainside meals to cook up.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.5 - Ireland | DIRT
For DIRT’s first trip across the pond, host Josh Rosen dove head first into Ireland. From long-held traditions to the modern-day artisanal movement, he unearthed the multicultural goldmine between the highlands and the Wild Atlantic Way—with stops for surfing, a seaweed bath, and a couple holes of golf spectated by free-range goats, of course. Foraged cocktails? Fresh crabs from Galway Bay? It’s all on the table in this episode rooted in community, homegrown ingredients, and the damn good people who bring it all together.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.4 - New york city | DIRT
New. York. City. That’s where our host Josh Rosen kicks off his journey in Episode 4—and where he lived for 16 years and started up the surf-centric apparel brand, Saturdays NYC. Back in his old stomping grounds, Josh first meets up with the award-winning chef and Mumbai native, Chintan Pandya, currently blowing up the New York food scene with his unapologetic and authentic Indian cuisine (pro tip: try the goat brains). Next, Josh travels through the boroughs, heads upstate, and along the coast to source local ingredients—from sake brewers and pig farmers to catching fresh lobster just 100 miles from Wall Street. As always the adventure will end with a feast, right back in Chintan’s kitchen.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
Photography by WRKSHRT
EP.3 - The North | DIRT
In Episode 3, Josh starts off in the Twin Cities where he meets up with Yia Vang, an award-winning Hmong chef and restaurant owner, bringing his family’s traditions and flavors to the American Midwest. As Josh heads up north to Duluth and the boundary waters, he’ll meet plenty of farmers and foragers—harvesting mushrooms, wild rice, and catching a few fish (and waves) along the way. It all wraps up with an epic feast hosted by Yia back in the cities.
Co-Directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
EP.2 - NEW ORLEANS | DIRT
In DIRT Episode II, New Orleans, Josh links up with Mason Hereford (owner of award-winning sandwich shop Turkey and the Wolf) and then hits the road for some epic hog hunting, swamp fishing, crawfish and oyster harvesting, and exploring Louisiana’s only water buffalo dairy farm. It all culminates in one incredible feast featuring unique regional dishes prepared by Mason with the help of some local friends.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
EP.1 - SEATTLE | DIRT
Foraging for mushrooms, diving for oysters, harvesting wild honey, and beyond—adventure and food have always been interconnected. In Huckberry’s inaugural episodic series, DIRT, host Josh Rosen guides us on missions beyond the city limits to source food and ingredients unique to their region. With the help of some truly inspiring local experts, Josh and the team will cook up a meal with nearby chefs that not only speaks to the region’s unique landscape but the surrounding community.
Co-directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT
72 Hours in Jackson Hole
A pre-DIRT expression of our home town Jackson Hole with our good friend Jr Rodriguez. This was our first production experience with our good friend Kate West (also residing in the wonderful Jackson Hole valley) after she found herself at a job with Huckberry.
Ride along with the adventurous filmmakers at WRKSHRT for a jam-packed local tour of Jackson Hole, WY during the summer solstice. Through three non-stop days of filming mountain biking, cliff diving, a trip to the rodeo, and plenty of stops for sloshies, they wore one shirt: The Proof 72-Hour Merino Tee.
The team at Proof created a performance tee that can be worn for 72 hours straight without showing any signs of wear—or, you know, odor. To back up that claim, we’ve packed one tee, and one tee only, on demanding excursions around the world—from Iceland and the Swiss Alps, to Mexico City. How did it do in Jackson, WY, and the Grand Tetons? Spoiler alert: it passed with flying colors yet again.
Directed, shot and edited by WRKSHRT