In foodservice, making smart menu decisions can be the difference between open, and closed. Follow along each week as we try to make sense of the many links in our food service supply chain, and how that affects the food you serve. Saval Foodservice's own veteran purchaser, Tracy Anderson, takes you through the major market updates. Saval Foodservice is a broadline foodservice distributor located in Elkridge, Maryland, and has been a family-owned & operated business since 1932. We serve the ...
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Welcome to ”Bring Something to the Table,” a Denver-based podcast where hosts Leslie Beck and Shelby Anderson, with their dynamic 20-year age gap, dive into spirited conversations about friendships, personal growth, love, and the chaos of life. This engaging show blends laughter with candid revelations and yes, the occasional tequila talk. Our episodes cover a variety of topics; from intuition, vulnerability, and resilience, to ghosts of relationships past, and our quest for the city’s best ...
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Cowboy Sh!t, brought to you by Everything Cowboy, and hosted by Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards, takes you inside western sports and the western way of life with a Canadian twist. Check us out on social media. Rated 14+: from steer rider to bulldoggers, may offend some team ropers.
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Conversations on governance with leading social scientists around the world. Run by the Centre for the Study of Governance and Society at King’s College London.
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How do you keep the creative fire in your relationship with your business, your partner, and your health ALIVE years after saying YES to the commitments in your life?! That’s what SEASON 3 Is ALL about! BIG. FXCKING. ENERGY. Hosted by Chief Cat Herder Shelby Ring, we’ve hand-picked some of our favorite founders, creative artists, & educators to teach us a thing or two about amplifying the BIG FXCKING ENERGY this life demands of us. Join us in some real talk stories and step into your biggest ...
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The CME has been on a tear with barrel pricing reaching levels we haven't seen in over two years. This market will continue to move higher. Get in front of your demands. Beef production numbers are down and demand is too. Pricing is softening on middle meats while grinds, chucks, and rounds hold the market up the best they can. We will be dealing w…
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Welcome to a new era of "Bring Something to the Table" with your hosts Shelby and Leslie! In this episode, we have some exciting news to share as we introduce our new podcast producer, Carlos. Join us as we dive into the whirlwind of a busy summer season and share our personal stories and tips on managing the chaos. We also tackle a tough topic—get…
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Podcast - The Dispersion of Power: A Critical Realist Theory of Democracy
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About the Talk In this episode of the Governance Podcast, CSGS Director Mark Pennington speaks with Dr Samuel Bagg about his recent book - The Dispersal of Power: A Critical Realist Theory of Democracy, published by Oxford University Press. The book presents an in depth consideration of the problem of 'elite capture' and the possible strategies to …
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There is not much pushing the beef market to move higher at the moment. Grinds, chucks, and rounds are holding steady, while strip loins continue to lose value. Ribeyes and tenderloins have found some support. Buy what you need knowing this market is not heading higher for now. Chicken wings are down again this week and breasts are moving higher. I…
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For the week of August 7th, 2024, Episode 18 of Season No. 7, presented by the CCMA's, the Canadian Country Music Awards September 14th in Edmonton's Roger's Place, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards get together with 2023 CCMA Entertainer of the Year and Male Artist of the Year along with the winner of 2022 CCMA Top Selling Canadian Album, he's also be…
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Beef production continues to be restrained with the summer heat and low demand. Packers need to keep pricing up as much as they can. Strip loins are moving lower. Ribeyes and tenderloins have gone as low as they probably can for now. Chicken production continues strong and wing prices are lower for next week, finally! Corn closed below $4 for the f…
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The beef market continues to correct on middle meats, especially the strip loin. Ribeyes and tenderloins are coming down as well. Grinds continue to be the focus with chucks and rounds holding on pricing. Poultry production is up 2% over last year, finally meeting the strong demand. If this continues, we may see the market ease up a bit. Four new c…
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For the week of July 24th, 2024, Episode 17 of Season No. 7, presented by the CCMA's, the Canadian Country Music Awards September 14th in Edmonton's Roger's Place, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards chat with Jackie Rae Greening a past Chair of the Canadian Country Music Association (CCMA) and a member of the Board of Directors from 2004-2010, Greening …
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This summer, it's all about ground beef. Strips, ribeyes, and tenderloins are seeing price declines, so delaying the buy on these cuts could save money. Rounds, chucks, and thin meats are headed to the grinder to support ground beef demand, so expect these prices to stay supported and availability to be reduced. The poultry market is steady in wing…
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For the week of July 10th, 2024, Episode 16 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards sit down on the iconic Ranchman's patio with Bull Rider and country music singer-songwriter. As the runner-up at the Ranchman's Rising Star Competition earlier this year, he comes from a rodeo family with his father Denny having qualified for the Canadian Fin…
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Happy Independence Day! Beef production continues to be restrained keeping supplies tight and buyers chasing product. Some middle meats are coming down, which might continue. Chucks, rounds, and ground beef are all moving higher. Chicken pricing and demand are strong, especially in wings. Keep as many wings on hand as you can. Bellies continue to b…
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For the week of June 26th, 2024, Episode 15 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards have a chat with ten-time PBR Australia Finals Entertainer, PBR Canada Finals Entertainer, a Top 5 Comedy Act and Clown in the PRCA and Top 5 in Wrangler NFR Voting, a PBR Teams and PBR World Finals Entertainer, please welcome to the show Matt Merritt. All th…
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“We’re here to talk about the craziness of it all and the chaos, which is the only consistent thing in our lives, I feel,” says Shelby. Leslie agrees, and in this episode, the duo brings humor, personal stories, and insightful discussions to the table. Despite Shelby battling a cold and dealing with construction chaos next door, they have a candid …
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Beef supply remains tight. Demand for middle meats was up, thanks to Father's Day. Pricing on most everything is up and firm, but this market should move lower after July 4th. Buy what you need now, waiting will cost money. Poultry demand is still strong and demand is keeping things moving. Wing pricing continues to move up. Avian Flu is not done, …
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Episode 172 - JJ Gottsch and Michael Gaffney
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For the week of June 12th, 2024, Episode 14 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards catch up on their bi-weekly happenings and Ted speaks with Austin Gamblers CEO JJ Gottsch and Head Coach, 1997 PBR World Champion Michael Gaffney. With a reserve title in 2023 the Austin Gamblers top brass speak to on PBR Camping World Teams Series a month ah…
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Beef pricing is being driven higher by short supply. Expect pricing to continue to move higher. Buy what you need now, waiting will cost you money. Hopefully, we'll see the increases stop after the Fourth of July. Poultry production can't keep up with demand. Pricing is moving higher on pretty much everything, except breasts being down a few pennie…
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“If you can’t take care of yourself, you can’t take care of anyone else,” says Leslie as she and Shelby explore personal boundaries and dating adventures. The episode kicks off with a quick chat about cosmetics, mainly on tubing mascara and the importance of washing your face at night. Leslie then emphasizes the significance of setting boundaries, …
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Avian Flu just won't go away. This week, 4.2 million egg-laying chickens were lost to the virus. The Netherlands is testing two vaccines, so we'll see how that goes. This won't cause any shortages in chicken but will increase pricing. With demand remaining strong, this market should continue to move higher. Beef production was up this week, but the…
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Episode 171 - Shelby Spielman and Keely Bonnet
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For the week of May 29th, 2024, Episode 13 of Season No. 7, Ted and Dustin chat with a couple that have both now been four-time CFR qualifiers and both are former New Mexico Junior College rodeo athletes Keely Bonnett and Shelby Spielman on their new stud Cajunish and all things going on in their world. Spielman has competed at the Calgary Stampede…
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Beef production cutbacks were a bit stronger than I expected with 598K head harvested last week, well down from 622K the week prior. Last year saw 640K head harvested so production going into the summer season is being restrained to push prices higher. And they are pretty successful looking at the cutout. We have higher prices right rolling in as t…
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Beef production cutbacks are off to a slow start. The market is steady to lower. Look for some deals if you have the customer demand to move product. Poultry demand is strong and production can barely keep up. Pricing is up on all parts and there is more upside to come. Planting is on track for grains and everything seems to be in good shape. Pork …
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“It’s actually only Tuesday, but we already have a source of crystals here because we need some good energy and a little sage,” says Leslie as she and Shelby unpack the week’s challenges. They reveal how they use crystals and sage to bring some much-needed balance and positivity into their lives. In today’s episode, they explore their unique career…
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For the week of May 15th, 2024, Episode 12 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards sit on the patio with their friend and former bull fighter Travis James. James is a men's mental health advocate and founder of Element Zone 13 and bull riding/fighting event Mustachio Bullbashio, along with many others. The guys sit down and have a real conve…
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Beef pricing seems to remain the same despite the recent ramped-up production. The market feels flat with demand and pricing is flat to lower. We're heading into Memorial Day with no momentum in the beef market. Chicken demand is still strong and production is up from last year. Pricing is up overall. This could be an expensive summer for chicken. …
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Featuring Beef on Spring Menus...Groundbreaking
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Beef production was slightly down this week but still in good production numbers. Hopefully, with nice weather, we will see demand pick up. It's a good time to buy and feature beef now before pricing moves higher this summer. Chicken pricing is steady and demand is strong. There were three new cases of Avian Flu affecting 28,000 birds. Pork bellies…
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Shelby and Leslie kick off with plans for a new bar area—who’s ready for a tequila tasting? Despite it being a Tuesday, the duo dive into the main events of their week, setting the mood for another candid and unfiltered conversation. This week's theme is about what we each bring to the table—whether it's self-improvement or setting expectations for…
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For the week of May 1st, 2024, Episode 11 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards sit down with Tucker Brown, sports broadcaster, and the 2022 NCBA Beef Advocate of the Year. Brown has quite the following with 276.8K followers on TikTok, 157K followers on Instagram, and almost 2 million views on Youtube. He's the real deal! The guys discuss …
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Beef production hit numbers we haven't seen in months. This is helping to soften pricing on almost everything except thin meats and grinds. Chicken pricing is steady and demand is still strong. Only one new case of Avian Flu was reported affecting 104,000 turkeys. Corn pricing is up and planting continues with good weather keeping things steady. So…
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This episode of “Bring Something to the Table” kicks off with unexpected comedy as Shelby's dog decides to make a noisy cameo, setting the mood for a session of raw, unfiltered conversation on cosmetic procedures, relationships, and personal growth. The duo shares personal stories about their experiences with cosmetic treatments like Dysport and fi…
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The USDA has updated production numbers in beef harvesting for the year. This will be good news for everyone if the production lines get moving. For now, keep product on hand and continue to buy what you need, there may be a bargain or two out there. Poultry production and demand continue strong, but this week pricing is pausing. Increases are comi…
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Can a twenty-year age gap between friends enrich your life? Shelby and Leslie think so, and they're here to prove it in the debut episode of 'Bring Something to the Table.' Broadcasting straight from Denver, these friends explore the interplay of joy, wisdom, and the unexpected twists of life. Shelby shares the story of her 2022 move to Denver, a f…
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For the week of April 17th, 2024, Episode 10 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards invite singer/songwriter and proud Albertan, hot off of the release of a live video recording of her song 'Purple Gas,' episode number seven of Zach Bryan’s iconic video series, ‘The Belting Bronco,’ Hofmann hit the ground with the pedal down into 2024, and …
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Beef production continues to be restrained, but cattle are growing in physical size, thanks to cheap corn. Pricing has taken a pause this week with increases coming soon. Chicken production and demand continue strong. Pricing is moving higher on all products except breasts, which are steady. No new cases of Avian Flu were reported in birds, but two…
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Welcome to "Bring Something to the Table," a Denver-based podcast where hosts Leslie Beck and Shelby Anderson, with their dynamic 20-year age gap, dive into spirited conversations about friendships, personal growth, love, and the chaos of life. This engaging show blends laughter with candid revelations and yes, the occasional tequila talk. Our epis…
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Avian flu has spread to dairy cows in six states. Affected milk is being destroyed, but pasteurized milk remains safe for consumption. Three new cases of Avian Flu in chickens were reported, totaling 3.8 million birds. This shouldn't significantly impact availability or pricing, but chicken prices continue to rise weekly. Beef production is still d…
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For the week of April 3rd, 2024, Episode 9 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and first-time guest co-host Matt Schneider grill Lee Olsen, CJF, of Olsen Equine, a hoof care specialist that helps equine athletes achieve and maintain peak performance through therapeutic shoeing and equipping horse owners and farriers with valuable educational resources. At …
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Chicken pricing is moving up again for next week, wings, boneless breasts and tenders are all getting more money. Production is increasing weekly, but demand is still strong, and everything is getting sold. Hatch rate is down again for last week to 78.9%. Anything under 80% is a concern but we are seeing lower hatch rates for several weeks now. Hop…
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Beef harvest last week was down to 583K head, below last week’s 599K and last year, we were at 631K head for the week. This curtailed production is continuing, some major packers are only running four days a week making this market tight. Expect another week below 600K head this week. The pull back is having the desired affect for the beef producer…
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For the week of March 20th, 2024, Episode 8 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin speaks with nine-time Wrangler NFR Qualifier, 2001 World Champion Steer Wrestler and 2002 Olympic Gold Medalist Rope Myers. Ted and co-host Dustin Edwards talk reality TV plans, events, new music and the forecast as fools-spring continues in Calgary, AB. To shop and for everyth…
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Last week's beef harvest dropped to 583K, continuing a trend of reduced production with some major packers operating only four days a week. Expect another week below 600K. Shortages are driving prices up, particularly for strip loins, top rounds, sirloin flap, and skirt steaks, while brisket prices are expected to decrease after St. Patrick's Day. …
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Beef harvest continues to stay steady, but well below average compared to last year. Top rounds are moving up quickly while middle meats, loins, and ribeyes continue a steady pattern moving up. Buy what you need. The corn surplus is expected to support new biojet fuel technology, so we are not seeing it get below $4 as expected. Soy is holding stea…
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Podcast: Liberal vs Paternalist Approaches to Economic Development Policy with Prof William Easterly
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About the Talk In this episode of the Governance podcast, our Director Mark Pennington speaks to Prof. William Easterly from New York University on liberal vs paternalist approaches to economic development policy. The Guest William Easterly is Professor of Economics at New York University and Co-director of the NYU Development Research Institute, w…
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For the week of March 6th, 2024, Episode 7 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and special guest co-host Brinson Harris have a Saturday morning bullshit session with Crystal Smith and Nicole Perkins of the band FOXX Worthee Dustin Edwards and Ted catch up after a big weekend between Philadelphia and Lethbridge. Both breakaway roper Lakota Bird and former P…
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Episode 164 - Devon Mezei and Tanner Girletz
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For the week of February 21st, 2024, Episode 6 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and co-host Dustin Edwards head back to the Hanna Hockey Tournament and talk with current Canadian Pro Rodeo Association Rodeo Administrator and Canadian Champion bull rider Tanner Girletz along with eight-time Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) qualifier in the bull riding in Devo…
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Grain prices are decreasing, which is good news for food processors and animal production. Beef production is being reduced, which has caused prices to rise for most items except for ground beef, which is getting cheaper. Chicken production is strong, and prices are unlikely to change in the coming weeks. However, eleven new cases of Avian Flu were…
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Beef harvest is down for another week with expectations of going below 600k next week. Packers are lowering the harvest to keep inventories tight and push prices up. Next week should be a good buy opportunity. The next move will be higher prices for pretty much every item. Chicken pricing continues on the current trend upward. Only two new cases of…
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Podcast - Estonia and Socialist Reality with Matthew D. Mitchell
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About the Talk In this episode of the Governance podcast, our Director Mark Pennington interviews Dr. Matthew Mitchell on the socialist reality in Estonia’s history. This episode is part of Matthew’s co-authored publication as part of the Realities of Socialism series run by the Fraser Institute. The Guest Matthew D. Mitchell is a Senior Fellow in …
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Beef demand is not keeping up with beef production. Packers have more product than they can move without discounting and they have no interest in discounting. Buy what you need, there isn't much risk to the upside. Wings continue to increase even after the Super Bowl. Breasts and tenderloins move higher as well. Demand is strong for fresh poultry a…
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Beef demand is not strong. Harvest was up this week, but we shouldn't expect that to last. Buy what you need, you may find a bargain or two. Chicken wings will hit their peak on Sunday, so pricing will move higher next week. Breasts are holding steady and tenders are moving up. Three new cases of Avian Flu were reported affecting 102,000 birds. Cor…
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For the week of February 7th, 2024, Episode 5 of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and co-host Dustin Edwards speak with the former Chief Marketing Officer for Montana Silversmiths, an innovator, founder of Gator Ropes, trail blazer and inaugural Western Horseman Woman of the West, from Park City, Montana, Judy Wagner. To shop and for everything Cowboy Sh!t…
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