Until the 1950s. the most popular commercial banana variety in the world was the Gros Michel, which was affectionately known as “Big Mike.” Due to Panama wilt, a fungus disease, it was virtually wiped out along with the entire banana industry.

Join me on my life-building journey deep in the remote forests of northern Vietnam. In this video, I document the process of constructing my house foundation and wooden walls, while also sharing moments from my garden,