Best Dr Heather Laird Podcasts (2024)

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030: Beyond the Symptom— Treating and Preventing Food Sensitivities with Functional Medicine with Dr. Heather Stone 31:07

2h ago31:07

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“The industry responds to the consumer. If we would stop buying all of the processed foods, they would change. We have the ability to change the industry by where we put our dollars.” —Dr. Heather Stone For many people, certain foods can trigger uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating symptoms. However, identifying the culprit foods isn't always s…

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029: Transforming Underutilized Superfoods to Revolutionize Diet with Joni Kindwall-Moore 26:43

10d ago26:43

26:43

“When you're an entrepreneur, there's opportunities everywhere. And part of the art is the discernment of the opportunity that is not only going to be achievable but has the highest, long-term return. That comes with experience, but if you understand your tools better, you get there faster.” —Joni Kindwall-Moore Our modern food system has become di…

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028: Cooking Up Innovation: Turning Outdoor Passions into Sustainable Culinary Creations with Jamie Poe 33:38

4d ago33:38

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“The food system is broken. There's no way around it… But can you make the best choice you can make with what's in front of you?” —Jamie Poe The traditional camping aisle has long been due for an overhaul. Growing consciousness now allows us to see outdoor adventure not just as an escape, but as an extension of our values. We seek harmony with natu…

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027: When Mushroom Magic Meets Chocolate Bliss with Maria Paula Garces 25:50

15d ago25:50

25:50

“If you always knew, you may think twice. But then you approach it with audacity.” —Maria Paula Garces Mushrooms are nature's secret superfoods, quietly working behind the scenes to nourish both humans and Earth's ecosystems alike. Combined with the indulging flavor of cacao, these mushroom morsels form the newest way to nourish both taste buds and…

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026: Nourishing the Body and Soul Through Mindful Cooking with Aishwarya Iyer 32:20

22d ago32:20

32:20

“The things that you run away from, you end up going back to as you get older.” —Aishwarya Iyer Because of our busy schedules, it's all too easy to rush through meal preparation on autopilot. But cooking with presence and awareness has profound benefits for both body and soul. With each conscious action in the kitchen, whether stirring a pot of sou…

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025: Reinventing Regenerative Systems Through Bio-Regional Approach in Education with Dr. Laird Christensen 26:55

1M ago26:55

26:55

“You can't leave the question of justice out of sustainability. Because if large numbers of people feel disempowered, or left out of the process, there's nothing sustainable about that.” —Dr. Laird Christensen Building a sustainable and regenerative future requires innovative education and community engagement. When educational programs empower peo…

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024: Regenerative Ranches: How Sustainable Livestock Farming Can Help Solve Climate Change with Marshall Bartlett 41:28

2M ago41:28

41:28

“This isn't just a purchasing decision. This has huge and sweeping ramifications. As consumers, we dictate the food system; our choices pull a lever that directly dictates how all this works.” —Marshall Bartlett Sustainable meat production is about more than just the end product— it's also about supporting a holistic farming system that nourishes b…

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023: Sips to Lips— Get Gruvi in Your Next Night Out With Award-Winning Non-Alcoholic Options with Anika Sawni 34:35

2M ago34:35

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“Choosing a non-alcoholic option isn't a less than choice.” —Anika Sawni The lines between drinkers and non-drinkers are beginning to blur as new options emerge. Where social events were once defined by their alcohol consumption, people now gather for deeper connections unbound by beverage choices. Gruvi co-founder, Anika Sawni’s vision celebrates …

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022: Adaptogenic Spirits— Ancient Herbal Wisdom for Modern Health Restoration with Connor Godfrey 22:53

2M ago22:53

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“I try to remove ego from as many of these decisions as I can as that's one of the greatest inhibitors to future success.” —Connor Godfrey When external pressures or internal imbalances knock us from our center, discomfort and disease can take root. However, balance is not found by force but through nurturing what needs nurturing within. Therefore,…

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021: The Buzz Without the Bite: Clean Cocktails for Conscious Drinkers with Jennifer Roman-Matito Part 2 (EPISODE 200) 21:47

2M ago21:47

21:47

“We want to get people to recognize that there are better-for-you options in the alcohol world.” —Jennifer Roman-Matito While a night of fun and frivolity is part of the social experience, the unpleasant physical effects of a hangover can leave us longing for a better way— a way to continue the party without the painful playoff. In this episode, Ju…

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020: The Buzz Without the Bite: Clean Cocktails for Conscious Drinkers with Jennifer Roman-Matito Part 1 26:48

2M ago26:48

26:48

“When one person makes the decision to be more mindful, more conscious, it starts to have a little bit more of a ripple effect.” —Jennifer Roman-Matito Conscious drinking is gaining popularity as people recognize that alcohol consumption is a choice where informed decisions matter. Younger generations especially are looking for drinking experiences…

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019: Mothers Know Best— Honoring Motherhood in Business with Hoda Mohajerani 24:56

3M ago24:56

24:56

“Without our mothers, we wouldn't be here. We need to put mothers and nurturing maternal relationships at the forefront of our families, of our communities, and also how we lead businesses as well.” —Hoda Mohajerani Motherhood is at the heart of many businesses today. Where some see constraints, these mompreneurs find freedom in following passions …

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018: Purposeful Packaging: Plant-Based Packaging Solutions for a Sustainable Supply Chain with Jared Damman 26:39

3M ago26:39

26:39

“We believe that small businesses change the game. They'll be the future of everything and they are more adaptable. So if we can support small businesses, that's going to lead to a better economy, a better future for everyone.” —Jared Damman Traditional plastic and petroleum-based packaging have severe environmental consequences, filling landfills …

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017: How to Leverage Data to Reveal Hidden Market Opportunities with Kate Burns and Andreas Duess 36:01

3M ago36:01

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“Wi-Fi and the Internet have now become a utility. But food is not. It should be! Good food should be as available and accessible as Wi-Fi.” —Kate Burns “Hit the market where the market is not where you wish it would be.” —Andreas Duess Leveraging data and insights provides businesses with a strategic edge. Rather than relying solely on assumptions…

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016: Beyond the Seder Plate— Springing into Season with Matzo Recipes with Ashley Albert and Jeremy Nelson 9:34

3M ago9:34

9:34

“I love matzo! I eat matzah year-round as a snack.” —Ashley Albert “The goal is to do something out of the box that people wouldn't normally do to give matzo a rebrand.” —Jeremy Nelson Passover is a joyous springtime holiday that celebrates freedom and renewal. At the heart of the Passover seder meal and ritual is matzo, an unleavened flatbread tha…

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015: Regenerative Baking for Healthy Land and People with Molly Carney 20:24

4M ago20:24

20:24

“That's the lesson of baking bread that you think you're in control and you're not. You're just a guide in the process. You're on the bread’s timeline.” —Molly Carney Bread is a simple yet profound food that has sustained cultures for millennia. More than just a vehicle for nutrients, bread represents community, tradition, and comfort. Today, artis…

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014: Chocolate and Mushrooms: A Sweet Combination for Better Sleep, Focus and Beyond with Charlotte Cruze 26:28

4M ago26:28

26:28

“For functional mushrooms, you need to take a medicinal dose daily for about three weeks to feel something. They do not work instantly. That's a big gap in the market that people don't understand.” —Charlotte Cruze When it comes to wellness, some pairings just make perfect sense. Mushrooms and chocolate may seem an unlikely match made in hedonistic…

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013: Upcycling for Health— Transforming Produce Trimmings Into Nutritional Gold with Jeni Britton and Jeremy Nelson 32:59

4M ago32:59

32:59

“We're not doing a marketing campaign to try to convince you that we're doing good stuff. It doesn't work. What works is creating beautiful products as a team who's devoted because we believe in the mission.” —Jeni Britton “When you can put your ego aside and focus on the larger vision, you can achieve so much more than you can alone.” —Jeremy Nels…

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012: Nature's Nutraceuticals: How Medicinal Mushrooms Are Transforming Natural Medicine with Aaron Hodgins Davis 21:21

4M ago21:21

21:21

“In the case of a business, pick a few ideas, do them well, and scale them up instead of doing a whole bunch of things at a very small scale.” —Aaron Hodgins Davi The medicinal mushroom industry is primed for exponential growth as research continues to uncover the vast health benefits of fungal powerhouses. Research found that mushrooms support bra…

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011: Making Fruits and Veggies a Delicious Habit with Colorful Concoctions on the Go with Amber Benson 26:03

5M ago26:03

26:03

“You're not going to heal unless you're creating that environment in your body. We should understand that fruits and vegetables help you every single day.” —Amber Benson While we're often told the importance of "eating the rainbow" each day, many struggle to fit those colorful servings of produce into their busy routines. Without sufficient intake …

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010: Natural Optimizers: Discovering Non-Synthetic Solutions for Enhancing Wellness Without Compromising Health with Dustin Baker 31:29

5M ago31:29

31:29

“Realistically, as we age, we just physiologically are not the same as we used to be. And that has not just a physical effect on us; it has a mental, cognitive, and emotional effect on us as well.” —Dustin Baker While modern medicine has achieved incredible feats, dependence on synthetic prescription drugs is not without its downsides. By their ver…

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009: Unlocking Supply Chain Efficiencies with Data Standards with Liz Sertl 19:21

5M ago19:21

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“It's a big undertaking when you start thinking about data and how you want it to move. But that foundational layer of data and getting that right internally is the first step whether you're a small business, or whether you're a large business.” —Liz Sertl Supply chain visibility refers to the ability to access accurate and real-time data across al…

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008: How Soil Stewardship Provides Solid Solutions for Climate Change and Food Security with Sarah Wentzel Fisher 19:22

5M ago19:22

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“Soil health can be complicated but it's also super simple and something that everybody can participate in.” —Sarah Wentzel Fisher Soil health is the foundation of our food systems and ecosystems. Yet many are disconnected from the living soil that sustains us. The soil is a complex web of microbial and ecological activity below our feet, working c…

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007: Vegan Valentines: Crafting Ethical Artisan Chocolates from Bean to Bar with Daniel Korson 25:21

6M ago25:21

25:21

“My goal and still is, is to be able to create a business that's ethical from the farm to the end.” —Daniel Korson The emerging category of ethical vegan chocolate appeals to health-conscious consumers who demand transparency and sustainability in their treats. As demand grows for plant-based options produced with care and compassion, vegan chocola…

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006: How to Navigate the PR Timeline for Maximum Exposure with Kourtney Jason 25:21

6M ago25:21

25:21

“You have to give something away to get someone in.” —Kourtney Jason For any small business, getting noticed isn't easy. Between all the noise online and in their communities, it's hard for owners to get their message heard. Hence, increasing visibility through smart PR and marketing can really help spread the word. When more potential customers le…

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005: From Awareness to Purchase: Advertising Strategies That Deliver Results with Aditya Varanasi 29:07

6M ago29:07

29:07

“You don't start by showing them everything; you start with what's that one thing that matters most. But then through that journey at the end, you make available everything that may matter to them.” —Aditya Varanasi Digital advertising has become vital for businesses as consumers spend more time online. Advanced tools now allow advertisers to preci…

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004: Modern Technology and Innovation: Molecular Biology Meets Consumer Demand for Natural Sweeteners with Todd Rands 25:37

6M ago25:37

25:37

“What we needed was the diversity of what nature provides, we needed to get better nutrition to more people… not in the big corporate way, but doing something different than anything that we've done before.” —Todd Rands With sugar consumption linked to health issues like obesity and diabetes, consumers are looking for healthier options that allow f…

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003: Regen Reset Wellness: Optimizing Health from the Ground Up with Season's Best Ingredients with Kevin Bressani 19:46

6M ago19:46

19:46

“Food as your medicine is anything that's not processed. These are things that we should be eating [because they] prevent you from having to take drugs. So if you're interested in health, you should be eating holistically in that regard.” —Kevin Bressani Your best self starts on the plate! The food we put on our plates each day has a profound impac…

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002: Regen Reset Wellness: Driving Continuous Waste-Reduction Through Digital Solutions with Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli 33:08

7M ago33:08

33:08

“We're doing some work, but not enough work. We need to move away from just talking about our impact, and we need to actually start making an impact.” —Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli Digital tools hold great potential to transform waste management strategies. By tracking waste data and providing actionable insights, new technologies can optimize divers…

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001: Regen Reset Wellness: How Probiotics Impact Mood, Immunity, and GI Balance with Natasha Trenev 29:06

7M ago29:06

29:06

“We are more microbes than we are human cells. And it's the only alien thing that's in our body that we have to form a unity with in order to enjoy phenomenal health.” —Natasha Trenev Probiotics are live microorganisms that can enhance digestive health when consumed in adequate amounts. Cutting-edge research continues to reveal exciting new ways sp…

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017: Leading with Heart and Mind— Understanding Unconscious Patterns to Transform Leadership Presence with Marika Messager 24:13

7M ago24:13

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“It's a business, but more than anything, it's a community, and it's a movement.” —Marika Messager The level of consciousness profoundly shapes a leader’s effectiveness. Self-awareness of one's blindspots, biases, and triggers is key to leading with wisdom, empathy, and care for all people affected by decisions. This approach benefits every member …

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016: Chocolate to Love: How Cell-Culture is Creating a Healthier Treat with Alan Perlstein 17:41

7M ago17:41

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“The three main factors are taste, price, and availability. Make sure things taste amazing, make sure it's affordable, and make it even more healthy.” —Alan Perlstein Cell-culture technology is unlocking new frontiers in food production by growing crops from single cells instead of plants. This novel approach allows us to see a new generation of "d…

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015: A Taste of Discovery: Bridging Cultures by Sharing Diverse Flavors Around the World with Jia Liao 29:30

8M ago29:30

29:30

“A lot of times, taking over business legacy doesn't necessarily mean that brand or that company, but how do you continue that story.” —Jia Liao The bold and complex flavors of a hotpot have introduced many new food lovers to unique culinary experiences. Eating hotpot allows diners to immerse themselves in the tingling, numbing, and spicy sensation…

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014: Drink Mindfully: Redefining Booze with Regenerative Organic with Maddy Rotman and Taylor Lanzet 29:41

8M ago29:41

29:41

“When we think about our community, we don't feel alone at all. We look at all of our farmers, all of these amazing other CPG brands, we are becoming a loud minority that is shaking and moving the system.” —Maddy Rotman “Be a little bit more curious when you're out there shopping for alcoholic products. Gravitate towards the brands that fully discl…

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013: From Founder to Facilitator: How Shifting Perspectives Can Transform a Growing Company with Roland Siebelink 22:14

8M ago22:14

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“It's only when we learn to also let go and let other people make suggestions that they can grow and they can become maybe even entrepreneurs of the future.” —Roland Siebelink Navigating the growth of a business while maintaining control and vision requires a delicate balance of delegation and oversight. The key is to find that sweet spot where you…

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012: Back to the Roots: The Principles of Regenerative Agriculture with Philippe Birker 25:40

8M ago25:40

25:40

“Most of the regenerative farms are still surrounded by conventional farms. Nevertheless, the food from the regenerative farm will be more nutritious and more healthy than the food from the conventional farms just 20 meters over the fence.” —Philippe Birker This week, we are joined by Philippe Birker. Philippe’s passion for regenerative agriculture…

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011: Growing Food, Growing Minds, Growing Change— How to Cultivate the Next Generation of Food Justice Leaders with Katherine Soll 33:04

9M ago33:04

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“Providing pathways for today's young people who are going to be tomorrow's leaders is critical because we need them to be the problem solvers for us in the future. We have no alternative.” —Katherine Soll Today's food injustice weighs heavily on our global conscience, with millions suffering from hunger while others face the dire consequences of u…

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010: From Bean to Green: Roasting a Solid Foundation for Growth with Melissa Villanueva 17:22

9M ago17:22

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“[Entrepreneurship] is a mix of optimism and hope coupled with just a tenacity to make it work no matter what happens.” —Melissa Villanueva Embarking on the journey of being a first-time founder is like that invigorating first sip of coffee in the morning, filled with both excitement and uncertainty. Just as each carefully roasted bean lays the fou…

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009: Twice-Baked Nostalgia— How to Reimagine a Family Recipe to Conquer New Markets with Stephanie Berlin 27:04

9M ago27:04

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“Food is a unifier. We are more similar than different and that cultural aspect is really important.” —Stephanie Berlin An entrepreneurial journey with cultural flair! Once upon a time, biscotti and cookie had a serendipitous encounter, and they birthed a magical creation called Wandel. Baked by Stephanie Berlin, this delightful treat with its adve…

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008: Fun and Funky Blobs— A Tastier and Healthier Take on Candies with Mike Schanbacher and Nicholas Kheny 24:14

9M ago24:14

24:14

"If we're not having fun, we need to stop doing it." —Nicholas Kheny "Work with people only bigger than you and you become a company of giants." —Mike Schanbacher When it comes to candy, the word "healthy" might not immediately come to mind. However, with the rise of vegan lifestyles, there is an increasing demand for plant-based alternatives, incl…

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007: Biodynamic Regenerative Farming: Benefits Beyond Organic Practices with Gregory Kalinin 29:58

10M ago29:58

29:58

“You can also look at resources of putting your time into building that network of advisers. It's a bit of time to build that but then you get so much value out of that as long as you're willing to listen.” —Gregory Kalinin Dynamic agriculture can be seen as a way of weaving regenerative farming into a holistic and adaptive system that can benefit …

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006: The Dirtbag Diaries: Chronicling the True Saga of Building a Better-For-You Snack Brand with Mark Gravel 27:28

10M ago27:28

27:28

“Don't let these things stop you. Figure out how to work with them.” —Mark Gravel In the volatile world of CPG branding, establishing a successful better-for-you brand may often feel like treading on eggshells. While the steep slopes can hefty baggage are indeed formidable, the right strategies can tip the scales in your favor. Dirtbag Bar is an or…

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005: Health in a Sip: Fuel Your Day with Functional Clean-Label Shots with Leslie Danford 27:03

10M ago27:03

27:03

“People are looking for easy and they're looking for their foods and beverages to deliver a lot of value to them. It's not enough anymore to just taste good. They want to know why it tastes good.” —Leslie Danford Food is more than just a medicine. Food is health. By capitalizing on “superfoods” and other high-nutrient sources and leveraging advance…

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004: Functional Food— A Quick Fix Yet A Sustainable Aid To Monthly Cycles with Asha Caroll 33:39

10M ago33:39

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"Our functional pantry staples are designed to support people at every phase of life and their cycles." — Asha Caroll When dealing with reproductive health and monthly phases like mood swings, cramps, headaches, anxiety, and period pain, we might waver between a quick fix and a sustainable solution. We would've wanted both, but most of the quick tr…

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003: Speak with Candor— Shaping a More Inclusive Workplace Culture with Kelsey Bishop 21:08

11M ago21:08

21:08

“Make your workplace a place that everybody is happy at. That's one that goes unsaid a lot. When they're happy in their relationship with their teammates, it's more likely that they're happy in their jobs.” —Kelsey Bishop Facing barriers when working in a team where one does not feel part of it is an unfortunate reality in many companies. Astonishi…

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002: Revolutionary Bioengineering Breakthrough— A Solution to the Decontamination Dilema with Steve McDaniel 22:47

11M ago22:47

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“Be sure that you instill in your children and your children's children the fact that farming is not the problem, it is the answer.” —Steve McDaniel Biological threats due to the worsening effects of climate change pose significant risks to both the environment and human health. Decontaminating these threats proficiently can be challenging due to t…

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001: Boosting a Healthy, Accessible Local Farm-to-Table Revolution with Andy Naja-Riese 30:32

11M ago30:32

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“Sometimes, we can only make the choices when they're available to us.” —Andy Naja-Riese With six successful seasons behind us, we are thrilled to announce that Season 7 is live and ready for you! A hearty thanks to you for staying with us through the previous six seasons and continuously supporting the program. For us, you are not just our listene…

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034: Advocating for the Plate— A Palate’s Plea with Nina Curtis 47:08

11M ago47:08

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“I'm an artist on the plate. I'm an advocate on the plate. I get to paint the plate with all these beautiful colors of the food I choose to cook.” —Nina Curtis Advocating for the plate is a multi-faceted concept at the intersection of aesthetics, quality, and social responsibility. It is an essential part of promoting our health and shaping the wel…

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033: Be Tech Smart— Leverage the Digital Market with 'No Effort Web' with Ameet Kallarackal 24:51

11M ago24:51

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“We like to think of ourselves as doing the dirty work behind the scenes to make everyone else look good.” – Ameet Kallarackal There are thousands of humble yet hardworking entrepreneurs like small restaurant owners and operators who are not that savvy technically and who are restlessly operating their in-person craft and business. Though necessary…

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032: Crafty Ways to Curb Kitchen Food Waste with Alison Mountford 26:40

12M ago26:40

26:40

“Your cauliflower is not going to save nor destroy the world. But as we all make these decisions all the time and we scale, it can add up.” —Alison Mountford The relationship between home cooking and reducing food waste extends deeper than just being a simple solution. It’s about making conscious, constant decisions that influence both our health a…

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