Best American Patchwork Podcasts (2025)

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Flour, power & politics: ABA’s bipartisan play in a polarised America 14:31

5M ago14:31

14:31

Bakers eager to understand the shifting political landscape in the US will get exclusive insights at the American Bakers Association’s upcoming 2025 Convention. Bakers from both sides of the pond are invited to attendBy William Reed Ltd

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Responsive Hearts: How Hymns and Poetry Help Kids 28:03

9M ago28:03

28:03

Today, Anna and Cathy talk about how can we instill tender, responsive hearts in our kids and grandkids. Hymns and poetry can help. Not only that, they also help young readers learn to sequence their syllables and process deep concepts. Pretty cool stuff. We’re watching as confused leaders are turning our culture into a nation victims. Co-dependenc…

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Teach Kids Humility: Bug and Flower Collecting 27:52

11M ago27:52

27:52

School just started and everyone is swamped. So it may seem really odd to release a podcast on bug collecting now. But Anna and Cathy have NOT lost their minds. They just think we can make the connection between something as simple as bug collecting and, you guessed it, humility. You may have noticed as you swat at flies, dirt daubers, and wasps, t…

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How the EU elections are expected to impact snack producers 15:55

1y ago15:55

15:55

We catch up with Sebastian Emig, director general of the European Snacks Association (ESA) to find out why he is excited about the upcoming elections for the new European Parliament. He also talks about the Green Deal and SNACKEX 2024: an event not to be missed.By William Reed Ltd

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603: Interview with Kiley Ferons 48:45

1y ago48:45

48:45

Kiley talks about her journey from longarm quilter, to pattern designer, to magazine founder, to now quilting app developer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy American Patchwork & Quilting

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Justice, the Cool Factor, Real Leadership When We Need It 28:14

1y ago28:14

28:14

Today, Cathy and Anna talk about a big topic in our culture right now: Social Justice. But so much of what we hear is based on codependency. Thomas Jefferson said, “I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just; that his justice cannot sleep forever.” So how do we differentiate between compassion and codependence? How do we teach our chi…

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How PepsiCo is sequestering the water from its potato chips to combat the water crisis, and other interesting innovations 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

28:42

More than two billion people lack access to safe drinking water services around the world, which is why good corporate water stewardship is imperative. But the global snack giant is stepping up with some industry-leading tech, including one that uses the water found in potatoes. We find out more.By William Reed Ltd

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American Bakers Association’s 2024 Convention: Unveiling innovation, advocacy and community service in Scottsdale 13:05

1+ y ago13:05

13:05

The ABA’s 2024 Convention in Scottsdale, Arizona, is set to kick off tomorrow, promising an array of activities, workshops and networking opportunities. We caught up with Eric Dell, president and CEO of ABA, to get the inside scoop on what attendees can expect.By William Reed Ltd

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US patchwork of additive bans: Will food manufacturers be forced to come up with a different formulation for different states? 23:32

1+ y ago23:32

23:32

Unsurprisingly, the current state of play in the US is causing deep concern in the food industry: especially for those producers that sell products across multiple states. It's turning into a quagmire to stay ahead of the latest regulatory developments and how they impact a product portfolio: do we reformulate or not, how will this affect prices, w…

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From exploiting the SuperBowl to fighting malnutrition in Guatamala and scaling up Black smallholder farmers in South Africa: PepsiCo’s global head of Social Impact talks trends in the social impact space ... 36:33

1+ y ago36:33

36:33

It’s bizarre to think that like fashion or food, there are emerging trends in the social impact and philanthropy spaces, but as C.D. Glin, global head of Social Impact at PepsiCo and president of the PepsiCo Foundation says, it’s the pointedness and emphasis that consumers are putting on issues like sustainability, digitization and localization tha…

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602: Interview with Joanna Figueroa 1:06:56

1+ y ago1:06:56

1:06:56

Joanna shares how she got her start quilting, her favorite parts about quilting, how she decides what fabric scraps to keep, and discuss modern vs. traditional quilting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy American Patchwork & Quilting

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Volunteering: Respectful of Family Time 28:03

1+ y ago28:03

28:03

In today’s episode, Anna joins Cathy to talk about how volunteering can impact 4 generations or more of your family. Plus, teach kids the difference between compassion and codependence. Anna shares more personal stories, including why she still loves to connect with a hug. Are we cheating our family by saying “no” to other good stuff? The answer is…

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What impact will the EU Deforestation Regulation have on the baking industry? 26:29

1+ y ago26:29

26:29

While honorable, the EU Deforestation Regulation – specifically its fast-approaching 2024 deadline – is viewed, by some, as impractical. But what is the legislation and what does it mean for the food industry? More specifically, the bakery sector, which is a predominant user of palm oil?By William Reed Ltd

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601: Interview with Katie Nolan 33:39

1+ y ago33:39

33:39

Beth chats with Katie Nolan about how she has combined her love of two hobbies - quilting and cross-stitching by making the most adorable cross-stitch designs that look like quilts! Beth also shares a recent UFO finish and how she tackled it to get it done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Are you ready to dive into Japan? Ichigo is on a mission to deliver a little piece of culture through snacks 36:50

1+ y ago36:50

36:50

‘Ichigo ichiya’ is a Buddhist saying that describes a cultural concept of treasuring the unrepeatable nature of a moment. In other words, cherish every moment – which is exactly what the specially curated snack boxes of Ichigo’s TokyoTreat and Sakuraco are meant to inspire.By William Reed Ltd

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Cost of reformulation giving you pause? FDF Scotland invites producers to apply for funding from Reformul8 Challenge Fund 4 24:14

1+ y ago24:14

24:14

Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland has launched the next round of its Reformul8 Challenge Fund (RCF4), calling on Scottish producers to apply for funds to help them with their reformulation journey.By William Reed Ltd

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Drama and Family at Christmas: Acting or Acting Out? 28:04

1+ y ago28:04

28:04

What if you could replace family drama with joy during the holidays? Today, Anna and Cathy share how drama --that is, acting out plays --can actually be a really fun and hilarious family activity! Oh, the benefits of drama! In this episode, Anna shares how the thespians at her school teach students to respect their characters. She talks about teach…

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600: Tips for Setting up a Quilting Space 18:39

1+ y ago18:39

18:39

Beth shares tips and space-saving ideas for making the most of the storage in your quilting room and a recent quilting-related garage sale find! For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: https://www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-600-tips-for-setting-up-a-quilting-space Email us at APQPodcast@mered…

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599: Quilt Market 2023 Recap 17:17

1+ y ago17:17

17:17

Doris Brunnette and Beth Peterson both attended Quilt Market at the end of October. Beth shares what they spotted at the show and gives some trends they noticed. We also share gift ideas for quilters! For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: https://www.allpeoplequilt.com/magazines-more/quilting-podcast/episode-599-quilt-mar…

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American Patchwork: Textile Art, Mindfulness, and Reading with Kids 26:44

1+ y ago26:44

26:44

In this episode, Anna joins Cathy to talk about some of their favorite topics: textile art, creative kids, reading, and our crazy culture. American Patchwork; Americans seem to be holding it together, like one giant crazy quilt. An educator and artist, Anna talks about how textile projects can help kids’ brains connect in wonderful and creative way…

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598: Interview with Ann Lauer 41:47

1+ y ago41:47

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Ann Lauer is an award-winning fiber artist who has been professionally designing and creating quilts, quilt patterns and kits, and quilt fabric for more than twenty-five years. In 2021, Ann and her husband, Ron, were visiting Uganda to visit the Impenetrable Rainforest Gorilla Refuge. In addition to seeing gorillas, they stumbled upon an organizati…

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PODCAST: Despite the recent onslaught of challenges, ‘the US baking industry is in better shape than it was five years ago’ 37:45

1+ y ago37:45

37:45

With his ‘glass half full’ mentality, Eric Dell plans to use his years of experience on Capitol Hill to open the opportunities that working with congress has for the US bakery industry.By William Reed Ltd

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597: Interview with Kimberly Einmo 48:07

1+ y ago48:07

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Kimberly Einmo shares about her life as a quilting nomad (she's moved 23 times) and how quilting allowed her to find her community in each new city! Her most recent stop was spending a year living in the Australian outback that inspired her new fabric line, Rooville by Benartex. For more resources from today's show, visit the show notes here: https…

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Anatomy: A Lively Conversation About Identity and Vocabulary 27:39

2y ago27:39

27:39

By Cathy Krafve

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596: Fall Quilting Fun! 6:18

2y ago6:18

6:18

Beth invites you to join our free Happy Hues Block of the Month, which has instructions for both rotary cutting and AccuQuilt die cutting! She also shares information about our upcoming quilt-along for the quilt Cabin in the Woods featured in the December issue of American Patchwork & Quilting. Plus, enter to win daily quilting prizes in October! F…

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PODCAST: Three industry titans launch ‘revolutionary’ $312m growth equity fund to scale up radical better-for-you startups 38:48

2y ago38:48

38:48

The founders of RXBar and Orgain have teamed up with the well-known ‘VitaminWater lawyer’ to launch Humble Growth, a founder-led growth equity investment firm focused on scaling up disruptive brands that empower consumers to lead healthier lives.By William Reed Ltd

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Reading Out Loud: Your Children’s Big Advantage 28:03

2y ago28:03

28:03

By Cathy Krafve

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‘Africa is a focal point for composite flour research’: 3D-printed crackers from African-grown peas and quinoa nabs Mühlenchemie’s Flour Innovation Award 19:07

2y ago19:07

19:07

There are some really exciting developments happening in the composite flour space - particularly coming out of South Africa, Ethiopia and Pakistan - brought to light through MC Mühlenchemie’s Composite Flour Awards to mark its 100th anniversary.By William Reed Ltd

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Don’t get caught in the greenwashing trap 23:56

2y ago23:56

23:56

Despite high inflation, the majority of consumers are happy to pay more for products with a sustainable backstory. So there’s money to be made from environmental credentials, which makes falling into the greenwashing trap a bigger temptation than ever before.By William Reed Ltd

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Story-telling Teaches Discernment: Summer Series with Anna 27:59

2y ago27:59

27:59

By Cathy Krafve

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Last day to apply for the Healthier Bakery Fund 23:14

2y ago23:14

23:14

In partnership with Food Standards Scotland (FSS), Food and Drink Federation (FDF) Scotland has developed the Healthier Bakery Fund, which provides funding of up to £5,000 to support health reformulation of sweet and savoury bakery products. But to be eligible, applications have to be by today (30 June 2023).…

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Timelines Teach Identity: Summer Series with Anna 28:03

2y ago28:03

28:03

Anna and Cathy get together to create a series of summer podcasts just for YOU. Summer is the perfect time to change things up a bit. First up? Timelines! Are you, like us, concerned about all the self-rejection free loading around in our culture? Nobody wants a time bomb of self-rejection taking our their kids. Maybe you'll think they're crazy, bu…

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‘Very few, if any, of our members will be impacted by the HFSS regulations’: Craft Bakers Association 21:22

2y ago21:22

21:22

Soaring energy and ingredient prices, the cost of living crisis, labour shortages and the UK Government’s HFSS regulations - the craft bakery sector has been bombarded with one challenge after another. However, Karen Dear, recently appointed CEO of the Craft Bakers Association (CBA), remains steadfastly optimistic for the industry’s future.…

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Alasdair Smith bows out as CEO of Scottish Bakers: Lesson learned during his 5-year tenure LISTEN 33:31

2y ago33:31

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After five years in the hot seat, Alasdair Smith has gained unique insight into what he considers ‘an incredibly noble and proud trade and one that’s got an amazing sense of fellowship’. Before he takes his final bow at the Scottish Baker of the Year Awards and Annual Conference (5-6 May), Bakery&Snacks caught up with Smith to find out what changes…

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