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The Peanut Podcast

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The Peanut Podcast, created by the National Peanut Board, delves into issues that are important to peanut growers and the industry. Join NPB staff hosts Lauren Highfill Williams and Lindsay Stevens once a month as they explore hot topics and future trends impacting the industry, including agriculture, sustainability, nutrition, allergies, culture, consumers and more.
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The podcast covers all things prescient in the Lakeway/South Lake Travis area. We distill national and statewide issues down to their local granular expression by interviewing locals in the know. Be part of the inner circle of informed citizens in our community. Develop more comprehensive understanding of the issues we face. Learn about the people and personalities that make up this unique Lake - Way community and have a little fun along the way.
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Experiencing flavors from around the world is a priority for many consumers. Peanuts are a staple ingredient in traditional cuisines yet also find their way into new dishes with fresh takes on flavor pairings. Enjoying peanut foods is an easy way to pair familiar foods with the unfamiliar, ultimately allowing for more diverse palettes and opening t…
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In the U.S., we call them peanuts, but these tasty legumes are enjoyed in cuisines around the world. In Africa, peanuts go by many names like groundnuts, gerte, and nguba—the origin of the nickname "goober." In this episode, culinary experts and passionate food lovers reveal how peanuts are a key ingredient that connects diverse regions and plays a…
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With the average American enjoying 7.7 pounds of peanuts a year, our country sure has a thing for peanuts. But we don’t just eat them quietly and call it a day. Nope. Instead, peanuts and peanut butter are loud and proud parts of pop culture. From Peanut Butter Baby to Peanut Butter Jelly Time, these legendary legumes are the stuff of art, movies, …
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Topics covered in this episode include a key point on the book topic that may have been missed and needs to be actualized. And we have a Special Guest, Jennifer Fleck, to discuss the importance of the upcoming LTISD School Board Elections. We share our opinions about the candidates who will be running for school board. Link to Rumble video version:…
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We’re a quarter of the way through 2024 and exciting things in marketing are already happening. At NPB, we’re launching a long-term creative campaign called We the Peanut and we have a new chief marketing officer on board. Also state groups are finding fresh ways to connect with consumers. In this episode, we’ll delve into 2024 marketing trends and…
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Why does everything have to be political? And why is everything political now just insults and no arguments? I think I know why..... We discuss the left's dirty politics with Special Guest - Annie Vilven Warning we read from the books with the content in question - protect little ears! Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v4n3uwr-special-guest-annie-vil…
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In this episode we cover the leftists tactics with regard to politics. Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/v4jh8cr-the-lake-way-podcast-insults-lies-and-inuendo-are-not-arguments.html Drop us a text, get involved learn more of offer show content @ 512-900-1722 Find me on Twitter @thesocialresis1 Facebook We the People group: https://www.facebook.com/gr…
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As unique as each crop year, every peanut grower has a noteworthy story to tell about their journey to farming and agriculture. Back by popular demand, we’re sharing a second round of our How I Got Here series. In this episode, we hear from Florida peanut farmer Mikaela Massey about her family’s support of her involvement and learning on the farm; …
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Has the Woke Mind Virus infiltrated our educational institutions including LTISD? We explore that question in this episode of the Lake – Way Podcast Link to James Lindsay's podcast : https://newdiscourses.com/2023/12/communist-entryism/ Link to Vox article: https://www.vox.com/the-highlight/2019/5/20/18542843/intersectionality-conservatism-law-race…
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We expose the dirty little tricks the radical leftist activists have deployed to make sure gender-confusing, self-hating, racist, smut books remain in your children's school libraries. Here is a link to the referenced article: https://wethepeoplelaketravis.com/fighting-the-book-banner-narrative/ Drop us a text, get involved learn more of offer show…
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The National Peanut Board is in new yet familiar leadership hands. Former senior vice president and chief marketing officer Ryan Lepicier is the new president and CEO of the National Peanut Board as of January 1, 2024. In this episode, Lepicier shares his vision for the future of NPB and his passion for the industry. We talk with guests involved in…
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LTISD Librarians turn to the American Library Association(ALA) to get their talking points and to get some help (web based networking) to get their activist out to call parents "book banners" because, the LTISD librarians are totally interested in parental concerns and parental input about the educational value of the books in the school libraries.…
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In 2012, the National Peanut Board hired Bob Parker to become the Board’s second president and CEO. Parker grew up on a peanut farm, worked for Golden Peanut Company and had close to 40 years of experience. While some may have initially been hesitant that a former sheller could have the best interests of farmers at heart, Bob’s integrity and strong…
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In this episode, we revisit the November School Board meeting with audio sound bytes and commentary on the issues of bullying and the districts' response to the peanut incident at Lake Travis Highschool. Plus, we delve into audio sound bytes from the librarian with some strange talking points about the school library book policies. Link to video ve…
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In this episode we cover the official response from the district to the peanut allergy incident. We also discuss the path forward. What is that going to look like? We delve into the realities of politics in the Lake Travis community. And we have a CALL TO ACTION for ALL members of our community. I said I would leave links to media reports in the sh…
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In this episode, we reflect on the heinous events of reckless bullying that occurred on our high school campus. Where do we go from here? Local news media picks up the story. How should we move forward to hold the district accountable and find a better pathway forward. Drop us a text, get involved learn more of offer show content @ 512-900-1722 Fin…
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Mexico is known for its rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions and delicious cuisine. The country has also recently established itself as the top export market for U.S. peanuts. In this episode, we explore the work the American Peanut Council has done to nurture this market, the popularity and uses of the peanut in Mexico (and the potential for…
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A short discussion about the inevitable. Drop us a text, get involved learn more of offer show content @ 512-900-1722 Find me on Twitter @thesocialresis1 Facebook We the People group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/237102168191373 Website: wethepeoplelaketravis.com You can also sign up for the We the People - Lake Travis Newsletter at our website.…
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Peanut production in the US is skyrocketing. Ten years ago, US peanut farmers produced a two-million-ton crop. Today it’s three million. In ten more years, it will likely be four million. Putting future peanut crops to good use will take innovative approaches and requires attention now to set farmers and the industry up for success. In this episode…
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The covid-19 protocols are on there way back to a neighborhood near you!! What are YOU going to do about? Read the Declaration! Drop us a text, get involved learn more of offer show content @ 512-900-1722 Find me on Twitter @thesocialresis1 Facebook We the People group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/237102168191373 Website: wethepeoplelaketravis.…
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Whether today’s farmers come from a multi-generational line of growers or they're the first generation to be called to agriculture, those paths are filled with twists and turns, challenges, redemption and kindness. In this episode, we’re sharing compelling stories from the peanut grower community that open up new opportunities, possibilities and ap…
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Description: PB&Js have been a school lunch staple for generations—and at most schools they still are. The star ingredient, peanut butter, is nutritious, affordable, shelf stable and tasty. But food allergy concerns are a barrier to schools using more peanuts. Tapping into our recent Summer School Nutrition Summit, we’ll discuss the latest trends, …
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Farmers put their livelihoods on the line with each crop they plant, tend to and harvest. Now imagine 40% of that crop going into the trash instead of feeding hungry people. That’s the unfortunate situation we’re in with food waste in the US. But there’s a push from multiple sectors to get the most out of every ounce of nutritious food American far…
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In this episode, we dissect the arguments for keeping all the books on the shelves of LTISD school libraries in order to be inclusive of all individuals in the Lake Travis community. Lawn boy article: https://thespringmagazine.com/2022/01/28/lawn-boy-is-pedophilic-heres-why-explicit/ Dr. Debra Soh The End Of Gender: https://www.simonandschuster.com…
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With the few months of 2023 behind us, it’s time to look into what’s working and what’s on the horizon in marketing. Are Gen Z and millennials still the darlings of marketing? How are brands and organizations reaching them, and what can the peanut industry learn? How do exports play into marketing trends? We’ll find these answers with perspectives …
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In this episode we expose social media censorship and how it is accomplished at the local level by the politically connected "moderators" on Nextdoor. Then, we dive into some local Antifa's voicemail responding to those pesky parents that don't want their Lake Travis School District school children exposed to books that normalize deviant behaviors.…
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It’s a hot time for health. For the first time in almost 30 years, the FDA is planning to update its definition of healthy. In the nutrition community, there’s a movement to consider more factors, like age, lifestyle and culture, when recommending food choices. Consumers are considering health more holistically—not just as the food we eat but also …
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Peanut oil may be best known as the oil of choice for frying that delicious Thanksgiving turkey or the classic Chick-fil-A sandwich. But changes in the marketplace, climate and economy are leading industry stakeholders to explore the possibility and opportunity of producing more peanut oil in the U.S. In this episode, we talk with National Peanut B…
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George Washington Carver is known as the father of the peanut industry. He brought a new understanding of sustainable agriculture to the Southern U.S. to help farmers support their families and have a better life. In this episode, we go beyond the basics and explore Carver as a dynamic person who was a scientist, educator, artist, humanitarian and …
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In this episode we explore the science behind the concerns about books promoting childhood gender transition in LTISD schools. We delve into the book "The End of Gender" - debunking the myths about sex and identity in our society by Dr. Debra Soh. Drop us a text, get involved learn more of offer show content @ 512-900-1722 Find me on Twitter @theso…
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This episode we explore the community's response to the lack of concern by the LTISD school district with regard to books in the schools. Some inside baseball on how the left(the unreams) use language and media narratives to accuse the right(the reasons) of being and doing what they are actually being and doing. Drop us a text, get involved learn m…
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It seemed like it might be impossible to top the magic of last year's Boxing Day special, A Karate Christmas Miracle. It was. But A Wrestling Christmas Miracle was definitely in line with the feeling of lining up for hours to get into a store for underwhelming savings. And isn't that what Boxing Day is really all about? Join us for this very specia…
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Hear it from the Trustees and the Superintendent. Audio sound bytes and discussion from Joe Lunchbox. Articles Referenced: Critical Race Theory defined - Christopher Rufo https://imprimis.hillsdale.edu/critical-race-theory-fight/ We The People website: https://wethepeoplelaketravis.com/ LTISD Transparency website: https://ltisdtransparency.org/ Dro…
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In this episode we cover a letter that Jenifer Fleck sent to the LTISD school board Trustees. This material of this episode predates the Audio Sound-Byte episode and it is quite revealing as to how spot on Jenifer was about how this board would vote during the actual meeting that occurred several days after the letter was sent. Link to the Ltisd Bo…
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Show Notes: For resources mentioned in the show: · AgriSafe Resource Page · National Suicide Prevention Lifeline For more resources on mental health: · MentalHealth.gov · Suicide Prevention Resource Center · National Alliance on Mental Illness Sources: · Maintaining Mental Health During the Holiday Season (And A Pandemic) · The National Institute f…
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Show Notes: To learn more about Virginia Carolinas Peanut Promotions, click here. For more info on peanuts during the holidays: The Ultimate Halloween Guide for Peanut & PB Lovers Peanut Butter Lover’s Guide to the Holidays 5 Gifts for Peanut Butter Lovers 9 Gifts for the Peanut/Peanut Butter Lover in Your Life 3 DIY Holiday Décor Ideas with Peanut…
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Show Notes: To learn more about the organizations mentioned on today’s podcast: · Project Peanut Butter · Peanut Butter for the Hungry · Peanut Proud · Edesia To learn more about peanuts humanitarian relief and aid: · Stock the Shelves with Peanut Butter at Your Local Food Bank this Summer · Here's a Unique and Fun Way to Help Your Local Food Bank …
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Most of us know the basics of how peanuts grow—and that there’s no such thing as a peanut tree! But unless you’ve been able to spend a good amount of time with peanut growers across the U.S., you may not know much about the different challenges and practices growers face throughout the Peanut Belt. Diverse soil types, equipment, diseases, weather a…
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Innovation lights the fire for change and growth, and the peanut industry is ablaze! Today we highlight a few movers and shakers in the industry including a young farmer who’s growing organic peanuts and trying his hand at hemp; a Southwestern grower whose diversified operation won her family a peanut efficiency award; a third-generation family pea…
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What if you watched one movie growing up that you knew was terrible even then, but it was one of the only VHS tapes you had so you watched it 112 more times than anyone in the world was meant to? This is probably not a movie that most 90s kids remember or relate to, but this is one such movie for one person, and that's why we're watching Magic in t…
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Everyone has their favorite food they like to pick up at the grocery store or order at a restaurant. There’s a lot to be said for the benefits of “the usual.” But for the food industry to stay primed for growth, it pays to keep a pulse on trends in dining out and eating at home. We’re talking about innovation in Mexican comfort foods like quesadill…
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