Sustainable Dish Podcast

Fireside Chat with Robb Wolf on Getting Older, the New Harvard Study, & What's Next Oct 31, 2023

We’ve reached the final episode of the Sustainable Dish podcast, and I am joined by my friend Robb Wolf to help me close it out.

During this casual conversation, we look back on how our ideologies and priorities have changed over the years - from the time of a dogmatic approach to Paleo to now when we are better able to incorporate nuance when it’s needed.

And it wouldn’t be a conversation with Robb if we didn’t debunk the latest study vilifying meat. The latest study from Harvard finds a correlation between red meat consumption and type 2 diabetes. Like other epidemiological studies before it, this, too falls apart once you start digging into the data.

The chat concludes with an update from Robb about what’s in the future for LMNT. And I report the latest news from GFJA.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 271: Fireside Chat with Robb Wolf

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore.

This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to Sustainavore and sign up!

Fireside Chat with James Connolly on Favorite Episodes & Lessons Learned Oct 24, 2023

As Sustainable Dish comes to a close, my co-host, James Connolly, and I wanted to reflect on some of our favorite episodes.

They may be your favorites if you’ve been a long-time listener. If you are new to the show, these may be the episodes you’ll want to check out first.

James and I have had the good fortune to meet incredible and interesting people while learning a lot along the way.

Listen in as James and I take a trip down memory lane.

Diana’s favorite episodes:

Episode 117: Dr. Sylvia Karpagam

Episode 244: Pablo Manzano, PhD

Episode 98: The Stolen Goat with Lauren Manning

Episode 173: Nick Offerman

Episode 197: Florence Williams

Episode 203: Maui Nui Venison

Episode 248: Well for Culture

Episode 249: Dr. Tommy Wood

James’s favorite episodes:

Episode 238: Isle Kohler Rollefson

Episode 140: Sean B. Carrol

Episode 252: Dan Egan

Episode 257: Ulba Bosma

Episode 226: Chloe Sorvino

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 270: Fireside Chat with James Connolly

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore.

This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to Sustainavore and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

LMNT

LMNT is my favorite electrolyte company. It's a delicious blend of sodium, magnesium, and potassium to keep you hydrated better than water alone. It's sugar-free and has no dodgy ingredients. Electrolytes are also important in regulating your immune system, helping to keep you healthy during the colder months of cold and flu season.

You can place your order and get a free sample pack of flavors with any purchase at sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Jennifer Stojkovic on Our Broken Food System & Ways it Can Be Repaired Oct 17, 2023

It’s no secret that our food system is broken. Food production has been consolidated and corporatized, leading to the illusion of choice and abundance. The reality is a landscape of nutrient-poor, ultra-processed convenience food. As a nation, we are overfed, and undernourished, and “lifestyle” diseases are compromising our health and happiness.

On today’s show, my co-host, James Connolly, sits down for an in-depth conversation with Jennifer Stojkovic. Jennifer is a food-tech leader, founder of Vegan Women Summit (VWS), and author of The Future of Food is Female.

That’s right - Jennifer advocates for plant-based eating!

She is also passionate about tapping into the potential of women to change the food system. Her book, The Future of Food is Female, features women who are using their expertise and wisdom to change the food industry.

Listen to this episode with an open mind. While I don’t wholeheartedly agree with everything Jennifer states during the conversation, she hits on many of the same points we’ve discussed in previous episodes.

It’s time to see past our differences and look for common ground.

James and Jennifer dive into a nuanced and respectful discussion around many hot-button issues plaguing the current food environment.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 269: Jennifer Stojkovic

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get free downloads and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore.

This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to Sustainavore and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

NativePath

NativePath collagen is a brand that you can trust, and it's the collagen that I personally use and I recommend as a dietitian. Learn seven reasons why each of us should be consuming more collagen at sustainabledish.com/restore.

I recommend Native Path because it is:

Sourced from only pasture-raised bovine hide,
Made with only 1 ingredient
Consistently formulated with 10 grams of the highest quality, grass-fed, type one and type three collagen which makes up 90% of the collagen in your body
Completely flavorless and blends smoothly into any liquid - hot or cold!

You can get NativePath collagen as low as 45% off plus free shipping by going to sustainabledish.com/nativepath. Jump on this deal and start restoring your health with NativePath grass-fed collagen.

White Oak Pastures on "A Bold Return to Giving a Damn" Oct 10, 2023

Will Harris, owner of White Oak Pastures, has been a guest on Sustainable Dish many times. This time, he is joined by his daughters, Jenni and Jodi. They are part of the 5th generation in this 6-generation family farm in Bluffton, Georgia. They’ve helped turn White Oak into more than a farm but a tourist destination.

On this episode of the show, I chat with the Harris Family about how White Oak Pastures has evolved over the years and revitalized the town of Bluffton. Not only do they ship their high-quality meat all over the US, but they also offer:

Home goods made from byproducts from their herds,
Workshops and educational events for those who want to learn more about regen ag
A full-scale restaurant that serves 3 meals a day, 7 days a week, featuring ingredients fresh from the farm
And an RV park and cabin rentals so you can see it all for yourself

Will latest project is his book, A Bold Return to Giving a Damn: One Farm, Six Generations in the Future of Food. It’s out now!

I am asking my community to go out and get the book immediately. First-week sales are critical in helping a book get on bestseller lists. This is not simple for the accolades. When a book is distinguished on these lists, it brings the media, which means more attention to the regenerative agriculture movement. Let’s work together to get the word out.

Then, come back and listen in while I chat with Will, Jenni, and Jodi.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 268: White Oak Pastures

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get free downloads and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore.

This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to Sustainavore and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

LMNT

LMNT is my favorite electrolyte company. It's a delicious blend of sodium, magnesium, and potassium to keep you hydrated better than water alone. It's sugar-free and has no dodgy ingredients. Electrolytes are also important in regulating your immune system, helping to keep you healthy during the colder months of cold and flu season.

You can place your order and free sample pack of flavors with any purchase at sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Gareth Wyn Jones on Food Production, Sustainability, & Building a Better World on Our Bellies Oct 03, 2023

Gareth Wyn Jones is a hill farmer in Wales and a passionate advocate for grazing livestock as a means for environment and human health.

Gareth’s family has been grateful stewards of the land for 375 years, growing produce and raising livestock. He has been using his media presence to provide honest information about farming in hopes of sending the message that livestock is not the primary source of our environmental woes.

He acknowledges the divide between urban and rural and the loss of our connection to the land. The divide creates the opportunity for people to be easily misguided and misled by the people in power.

Gareth’s message is for people to come together and “build a better world on our bellies.” Listen in and get inspired by Gareth’s message.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 267: Gareth Wyn Jones

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get free downloads and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore.

This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to Sustainavore and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

Native Path

Native Path collagen is a brand that you can trust, and it's the collagen that I personally use and I recommend as a dietitian. Learn seven reasons why each of us should be consuming more collagen at sustainabledish.com/restore.

I recommend Native Path because it is:

Sourced from only pasture-raised bovine hide,
Made with only 1 ingredient
Consistently formulated with 10 grams of the highest quality, grass-fed, type one and type three collagen, which makes up 90% of the collagen in your body
Completely flavorless and blends smoothly into any liquid - hot or cold!

You can get Native Path collagen as low as 45% off plus free shipping by going to sustainabledish.com/nativepath. Jump on this deal and start restoring your health with Native Path grass-fed collagen.

Andrea Bemis on the Importance of Feeding Kids Nutritious Foods Sep 26, 2023

Andrea Bemis started her blog, Dishing Up the Dirt, as a way to document her life as a farmer and home cook. When she and her husband, Taylor, wanted to settle down, they moved to his family farm in Massachusetts.

Eventually, they wanted to start something for themselves, so Andrea and Taylor bought six acres in Parkdale, Oregon, which became Tumbleweed Farm. Through farming, Andrea found a love of food. She began by sharing recipes with her CSA, which grew into a book, Dishing Up the Dirt.

Now, Andrea is a mother with a passion for instilling an appreciation for food in her children. Her newest book, Let Them Eat Dirt, features simple, nutrient-dense foods perfect for the pickiest eaters.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 266: Andrea Bemis

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore. This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to sustainavore.com and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

Native Path

Native Path collagen is a brand that you can trust, and it's the collagen that I personally use and I recommend as a dietitian. Learn seven reasons why each of us should be consuming more collagen at sustainabledish.com/restore.

I recommend Native Path because it is:

Sourced from only pasture-raised bovine hide,
Made with only 1 ingredient
Consistently formulated with 10 grams of the highest quality, grass-fed, type one and type three collagen, which makes up 90% of the collagen in your body
Completely flavorless and blends smoothly into any liquid - hot or cold!

You can get Native Path collagen as low as 45% off plus free shipping by going to sustainabledish.com/nativepath. Jump on this deal and start restoring your health with Native Path grass-fed collagen.

Paul Wood, AO on Demystifying Lab-Grown Meat & Why it’s a Bad Business Idea Sep 19, 2023

There’s lots of buzz around lab-grown meat right now, and you may be thinking, “What is this stuff?”

On this episode, I am joined by Paul Wood, AO (Officer of the Order of Australia), who is going to give us a crash course on lab-grown meat, including the process of growing meat from cells, all in inputs involved, actual cost behind production, and the final product results.

Paul takes the emotion, ethics, and politics out of the issue by focusing only on the business and technology aspects. Through his analysis, he has come to one conclusion - it won’t work - at least in its current form. There is a lot of work and tech advancement needed to produce cell-based meat at a level to make good on the lofty promise of feeding the world. Succinctly put, the technology works, but the business models don’t.

As an immunologist with decades of experience in vaccinations and large-scale fermentation, Paul has an in-depth understanding of what it takes for these tech companies to produce food-grade products and the challenges they are up against.

Check out Paul’s article: Eight Key Questions about Lab-Grown Meat.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 265: Paul Wood, AO

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore. This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to sustainavore.com and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

LMNT

LMNT is my favorite electrolyte company. It's a delicious blend of sodium, magnesium, and potassium to keep you hydrated better than water alone. It's sugar-free and has no dodgy ingredients. Electrolytes are also important in regulating your immune system, helping to keep you healthy during the colder months of cold and flu season.

You can get a free sample pack of flavors with any purchase at sustainabledish.com/LMNT and place your first order.

Martin Cohen, PhD, Author of I Think Therefore I Eat Sep 12, 2023

“What to eat?” This is a question we ask ourselves several times a day.

The answer seems simple enough, but there are endless factors that drives this decision: your values, budget, time, mood, and last but not least - taste.

To answer this question, Martin Cohen, PhD, taps into philosophy. Dr. Cohen is a British philosopher who blends “psychological and social studies with philosophical theory” and aims to explain complex problems in easy-to-understand ways.

His latest book is I Think Therefore I Eat: The World’s Greatest Minds Tackle the Food Question. Throughout this book, Dr. Cohen uses the wisdom of philosophers to answer the question: “What to eat?”

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 264: Martin Cohen, PhD

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

And if you're looking for a guide to get your diet back on track so you feel your very best, plus learn more about meat’s role in a healthy, sustainable, and ethical food system, check out Sustainavore. This is my signature course to help you eat for your health, the planet, and your values. For more information, head to sustainavore.com and sign up!

Show support for the podcast by visiting our sponsors:

Native Path

Native Path collagen is a brand that you can trust and it's the collagen that I personally use, and I recommend as a dietitian. Learn seven reasons why each of us should be consuming more collagen at sustainabledish.com/restore.

I recommend Native Path because it is:

Sourced from only pasture-raised bovine hide,
Made with only 1 ingredient
Consistently formulated with 10 grams of the highest quality, grass-fed, type one and type three collagen, which makes up 90% of the collagen in your body
Completely flavorless and blends smoothly into any liquid - hot or cold!

You can get Native Path collagen as low as 45% off plus free shipping by going to sustainabledish.com/nativepath. Jump on this deal and start restoring your health with Native Path grass-fed collagen.

[Recycled] Ayla Barmmer, RD on Nutrition for Fertility, Preconception, & Pregnancy Sep 05, 2023

We are dipping back into the archives to bring you an episode especially for “Supplement September.”

We are taking a deep dive into the importance of nutrition for fertility and pregnancy. While women often shoulder the responsibility of all things related to preconception and birth, my guest today, Ayla Barmmer, MS, RDN, LDN says that nutrition in men during this time is just as critical.

For over 15 years, Ayla has been advancing the health and empowerment of thousands of clients, patients, peers, and mentees, at the intersection of nutritional science, functional medicine, and evidence-based holistic solutions.

Ayla owns and operates Boston Functional Nutrition, an integrative and functional nutrition multi-clinician practice that specializes in women’s health and infertility. She is also the founder of FullWell, a fertility wellness brand, widely endorsed by health practitioners for its quality and education.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 263: [Recycled] Ayla Barmmer, RD

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Chris Kresser on Adapt Naturals & What Makes a Good Supplement Aug 29, 2023

My good friend, Chris Kresser, M.S., L.Ac, is back on the show. It’s been a while since our last conversation, so today, we are catching up on what’s new in his world.

As an internationally recognized leader in ancestral health and functional integrative medicine, you may be familiar with his work. He is the author of The Paleo Cure and Unconventional Medicine and the founder of the ADAPT Practitioner Training Program.

In an effort to reach more lives, he developed the supplement line, Adapt Naturals, a streamlined stack of supplements designed to meet the most critical needs.

If you are like me, you may be skeptical of the supplement industry. And there is good reason to be - financial interests, misleading information, poor quality products, and the list goes on. It is difficult to find supplements that you can trust and that actually work. With Chris’s extensive research and time interacting with patients, I put my trust in his products above the rest.

This is the perfect episode if you have supplement confusion, looking to update your routine or have questions about the recent popularity of mushroom-based products on the market.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 262: Chris Kresser

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Roam Free Ranch Founders Jon Sepp & Brittany Masters Aug 22, 2023

Running a successful bison ranch takes more than land and a dream. Jon Sepp, one of the founders of Roam Free Ranch, will agree. Jon knew from childhood that bison ranching was in his future. After 10 years in the military, he transitioned to ranch life in Montana.

But it wasn’t until meeting Brittany Masters, the other half of the Roam Free team, that pieces of the puzzle began to fall into place. Brittany was ready to escape the grind of the corporate world and she brought her marketing talents to Roam Free.

Together they were able to bring high-quality bison products to market and communicate their mission to consumers. You can even find their products in most Costcos now!

Listen in as Jon and Brittany talk about their journey to get where they are today.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 261: Roam Free Ranch

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Dr. James Muecke on the Connection Between Diabetes, Blindness, & Nutrition Aug 15, 2023

Diabetes is one of the leading causes of vision loss and blindness in adults. And who better to explain the connection between sight and diabetes than an ophthalmologist?

Dr. James Muecke has been working as an ophthalmologist in Adelaide, South Australia, for over 30 years. In 2020 he was named Australian of the Year for his work with the nonprofit, Sight for All.

Shortly before this honor, he began exploring the link between nutrition and eyesight. Now he is using his recognition to spread the message that losing vision to diabetes is not inevitable. Diabetes can be put into remission, and vision can be restored with the help of nutrition and lifestyle interventions.

James is currently working on a book that compiles the lessons learned through his work. During this episode, James shares some of his case studies and gives advice to anyone that might be concerned about their vision.

Listen in as James and I chat about the two major impacts on the eye in people with diabetes, vision check recommendations, and common barriers to lifestyle changes.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 260: Dr. James Muecke

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Cole Mannix, President & Founder of Old Salt Co-Op Aug 08, 2023

If you ever get the chance, go to the Old Salt Festival in Montana. It’s a celebration of people coming together to support land stewardship in Montana. This year I was fortunate to be one of the speakers along with others in the regenerative space, plus regional authors, poets, and musicians.

Now that I’ve returned and things have settled a bit, I have Cole Mannix, president and founder of Old Salt Co-op, on the show to talk about his experience with ranching and growing his business.

Cole grew up in a ranching family but spent a brief time in Boston pursuing a master's in theology before returning to his ranching roots in Montana. When he returned, he started working for a startup beef cooperative and then became the Associate Director at Western Landowners Alliance. Ultimately, in 2020 he left to begin forming Old Salt Co-op.

Cole’s vision for Old Salt is to be “more than a meat company.” It is a regional meat economy with vertically integrated enterprises. The goal is not to produce meat for a national market or to grow big enough to be sold to a larger company. Functioning as a co-op allows for the direct involvement of producers and employees while fostering lasting relationships with customers.

Cole and I chat about what it was like growing up in Montana, why we need to create more inefficiencies in the food system, and the future goals for Old Salt Co-op.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 259: Cole Mannix

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Emily Soape, RD on Becoming a Registered Dietitian Aug 01, 2023

If you’ve been considering a career in nutrition, my podcast producer, Emily Soape, RD, has some sage advice.

After years of weighing the pros and cons of going the route of registered dietitian, she finally completed the journey of obtaining the official designation of “RD”. As Emily explains in the episode, this may not be the optimal choice for everyone. It comes down to your ultimate goals for your career and your personal strengths. There are many options.

Currently, Emily is working as a clinical dietitian while figuring out her career's next steps.

Listen in for advice on getting started with a dietetic internship and how real world experience changes perspective.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 258: Emily Soape, RD

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Ulbe Bosma on the Rise of the Sugar Industry Jul 25, 2023

Sugar is ubiquitous. Our grocery stores are brimming with sugar-added products, both from the usual suspects like cereal, soda, and other sweet treats and from products marketed as “healthy” that can contain a whopping dose of the sweet stuff.

Likely though, if you’ve been following my work for awhile, you already know this. But how did we get here?

The new book, The World of Sugar: How the Sweet Stuff Transformed Our Politics, Health, and Environment over 2000 Years, seeks the answer.

On this episode, my co-host, James Connolly is interviewing the author, Ulba Bosma.

Ulbe is a Senior Research for the International Institute of Social History. His research centers on labor and labor relations viewed from a social, historical, and geographical lens. Ulbe’s unique perspective brings to light how sugar production affected cultures worldwide through industrialization, labor migration, and human health.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 257: Ulbe Bosma

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

[Recycled] Shannon Hayes on Redefining Rich and Living a Family-Centered Life Jul 18, 2023

Shannon is the Chef & CEO of Sap Bush Hollow Farm, a three generation family business.

After graduating with a PhD in sustainable agriculture, Shannon became a subversive cookbook author as a means to get her message out into the world.

She went on to write six additional books, started a podcast, and expanded the family business. Throughout this growth, Shannon found herself overworked, stretched thin, and searching for a better way.

This episode originally aired June 8, 2021. The pandemic was still in full swing in many parts of the country. People recognized the fragility of our food system, and some of us were starting to reevaluate how we spent our time.

Even with the crisis behind us, those two things remain true.

In this interview with Shannon, she shares how she began to rethink how she viewed money and time. She also discusses her most recent book, Redefining Rich which is full of lessons learned as an entrepreneur trying to balance family and career.

If you’ve recently taken a step back to examine how you are living your life, this episode is for you!

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 256: Shannon Hayes

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Jill Winger on Being Old Fashioned on Purpose Jul 11, 2023

“Why do we have to do it like everyone else?” This is the question that Jill Winger asked herself years ago that led to impulse-buying a neglected farmstead with her husband.

After years of learning “old-fashioned” skills required for homesteading, like raising chickens, preserving food, and maintaining a great sourdough starter, she is now a mentor and teacher for those who want to do the same.

Her website, The Prairie Homestead, is a vast resource for homesteaders at every level: from the urbanite with nothing more than windowsill space to long-time farmers looking for community.

In her new book (available for pre-order now), Old Fashioned on Purpose: Cultivating a Slower More Joyful Life, Jill shares lessons learned from choosing to turn from modern conveniences and adopt skills of self-sufficiency.

In this episode, we discuss how Jill got started homesteading and where she sees the movement headed now.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 255: Jill Winger

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Pilar Egüez Guevara, PhD on the Defense and Advocacy of Traditional Foods Jul 04, 2023

Pilar Egüez Guevara, PhD is the director and founder of Comidas que Curan, an independent education initiative to promote the value of traditional foods through research and film. Her documentary Raspando Coco (Scraping Coconuts) received several awards and was presented at film festivals in the United States, Europe, and Japan.

This episode was pulled from the archives and aired initially during the Covid-19 pandemic. Although it may feel like the woes of this time are behind us, Pilar’s message is evergreen: traditional foods are essential to the health and well-being of all global cultures.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 254: Pilar Egüez Guevara, PhD

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Duke Phillips III, Founder & CEO of Ranchlands Jun 27, 2023

Duke Phillips III started his ranching journey without any land to his name and grew it into Ranchlands, a ranching business that encompasses 5 ranches in 4 states. Together with his family and team, Duke stewards almost 400,000 acres with a mission to promote the conservation of ranch lands, ranching legacy, and preserving the quality of life of the people associated with ranching.

In October, I am honored to join Ranchlands at the Zapata Ranch for a full weekend of ranch experiences. Plus, I am presenting my Sustainavore workshop, which includes personalized nutrition consultations. This special event takes place October 26-29, 2023, and space is incredibly limited, so act fast! You can learn more about the workshop here. And be sure to check out all the other events going on at the ranch.

In the meantime, check out this episode with Duke to learn about his unique background and how Ranchlands became a thriving business.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 253: Duke Phillips III

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Dan Egan on his book, The Devil’s Element: Phosphorus and a World Out of Balance Jun 20, 2023

Phosphorus is essential for life. It’s the second most abundant mineral in the body and critical for bone structure and bodily functions. Like humans, plants need phosphorus, too, and because of this, it is a key component of fertilizer.

Phosphorus also has a dark side. It’s used to make firebombs, rat poison, and nerve gas. The increased reliance on phosphorus has created dangerous conditions for humans and animals through its misuse and overuse.

Award-winning journalist Dan Egan explores both sides of phosphorus in his new book, The Devil’s Element: Phosphorus and a World Out of Balance.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 252: Dan Egan

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

John Kempf on Trends in Regenerative Agriculture Jun 13, 2023

John Kempf is an entrepreneur, speaker, podcast host, and teacher on a mission to make regenerative agriculture mainstream. This is John’s third time on the show, and he’s here to give us an update on trends he’s seeing in the regen ag space.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 251: John Kempf

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Thomas Locke on His Journey from Desk Job to Farmer Jun 06, 2023

Thomas Locke is part of the recent movement of office workers turned farmers. Before becoming a farmer, Thomas followed a path most of us are familiar with: go to college, take classes you find interesting, then move to a city where you can successfully join the workforce. The end.

But for Thomas, it didn’t stop there. After some moving around both geographically and within careers, he found his calling as a farmer and has never looked back. Bois d’Arc Meat Co. was born.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 250: Thomas Locke

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Dr. Tommy Wood on Nutrition and Brain Health May 30, 2023

Dr. Tommy Wood is a neuroscientist and Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neuroscience at the University of Washington. His research focuses on brain injury and brain health across the lifespan.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 249: Dr. Tommy Wood

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

This podcast was made possible by LMNT, my favorite electrolyte company. The all-natural sugar-free powder tastes great and gives you the perfect amount of sodium, potassium, and magnesium to keep you perfectly hydrated.

Check out my Salty Grapefruit Limeade made with their limited-time grapefruit flavor. Plus, you can get a free flavor sample pack with any purchase using my link: sustainabledish.com/LMNT

Well For Culture Co-founders Chelsey Luger and Thosh Collins on Reclaiming Indigenous Wisdom for Wellness May 23, 2023

It won’t come as a surprise that Indigenous cultures are often overlooked in conversations about health and well-being.

The current anti-meat narrative often demonizes traditional foodways and appropriates sacred rituals and ceremonies of First Nation people into performative, Instagrammable acts or a commercialized product.

Chelsey Luger and Thosh Collins are on a mission to reclaim and revitalize Indigenous health and wellness. As members of Native American tribes, Chelsey and Thosh cofounded Well For Culture, an Indigenous wellness initiative that promotes whole lifeways through ancestral teachings to optimize contemporary Indigenous lifestyles.

This work is not just for Indigenous people. Everyone can benefit from the Seven Circles, their holistic model for wellness. Their book, The Seven Circles: Indigenous Teachings for Living Well, shares the seven interconnected areas of life through lessons from Indigenous teachings and gives practical advice on how to engage with this wisdom.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 248: Well for Culture

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, Paleovalley, maker of one of my favorite supplements, the Organ Complex. It contains all of the benefits of liver, heart, and kidney - without the taste. You can get 15% off by clicking here: sustainabledish.com/pv15.

Kate Kavanaugh [Part 2] on Keeping Humans Connected to the Environment May 16, 2023

After several years as a vegetarian, Kate Kavanaugh realized her health was declining, and determined meat might be the missing element. Now, Kate is a butcher, farmer, and holistic nutritionist. She also runs Ground Work Collective, a farm-finding search engine to help you connect to local farmers.

Kate is on the podcast today with my co-host James Connolly to share her transformation from overmedicated child to a passionate entrepreneur. This is the second episode in this two-part interview with Kate.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 247: Kate Kavanaugh [Part 2]

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Kate Kavanaugh [Part 1] on Lifelong Learning and Being Connected to Your Food May 09, 2023

After several years as a vegetarian, Kate Kavanaugh realized her health was declining, and determined meat might be the missing element. Now, Kate is a butcher, farmer, and holistic nutritionist. She also runs Ground Work Collective, a farm-finding search engine to help you connect to local farmers.

Kate is on the podcast today with my co-host James Connolly to share her transformation from overmedicated child to a passionate entrepreneur. This is the first episode in this two-part interview with Kate.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 246: Kate Kavanaugh [Part 1]

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, Paleovalley, maker of one of my favorite supplements, the Organ Complex. It contains all of the benefits of liver, heart, and kidney - without the taste. You can get 15% off by clicking here: sustainabledish.com/pv15.

Kevin Gianni, Co-founder of Annmarie Skin Care May 02, 2023

Kevin Gianni is an author, health enthusiast, and co-founder of Annmarie Skin Care. After a fruitless search for skin care products that aligned with their standards, Kevin and his wife, Annmarie, realized there was a gap in the market. And in 2009, Annmarie Skin Care was launched.

Of course, it wasn’t that simple, and Kevin is on the podcast today to share his personal health story and how Annmarie Skin Care came to be.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 245: Kevin Gianni

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connolly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, Paleovalley, maker of one of my favorite supplements, the Organ Complex. It contains all of the benefits of liver, heart, and kidney - without the taste. You can get 15% off by clicking here: sustainabledish.com/pv15.

Dr. Pablo Manzano & New Research Comparing GHG Emissions of Wildlife & Livestock Apr 25, 2023

Dr. Pablo Manzano is an ecologist and researcher with a focus on rangelands. In his new paper, Comparison Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Animals in Wildlife and Livestock Dominated Savannahs, Dr. Manzano concludes that well-managed livestock serves the same ecological niche as wild grazing animals.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 244: Dr. Pablo Manzano

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

[Recycled] Dr. Pran Yoganathan on Gut Health & Nutrition Apr 18, 2023

I am currently traveling for GFJA to Australia, so I wanted to feature a previous episode with my favorite Aussie health influencer, Dr. Pran Yoganathan

Dr. Pran Yoganathan is a gastroenterologist based in Sidney, Australia. As the director of The Centre for Gastrointestinal Health, he takes a unique approach to achieve health for his patients.

In our conversation, we get into how healthcare has become disease management, the elitist nature of plant-based diets, the corporatization of food, and much more.

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 243: Dr. Pran Yoganathan

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Jennifer Fugo on Why Problematic Skin is More Than Skin-Deep Apr 11, 2023

During the month of April, we are focusing on “Healthy Skin from the Inside Out,” and I love having experts on who specialize in topics that are different from my own.

Jennifer Fugo is a clinical nutritionist that specializes in treating the most challenging skin issues, and she’s here to dispel some of the common myths about fixing your skin. Spoiler - animal-based foods are not toxic or inflammatory!

This episode is a great resource for anyone who has been struggling with chronic skin problems and can’t seem to find a solution.

And be sure to check out Jennifer’s course: Skin Rash Rebuild. Use Code REGENRISING at checkout for $50 off.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 242: Jennifer Fugo

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Trisha Rayner on Food Insecurity, Health, & the Need for Protein Apr 04, 2023

Trisha Rayner is the Chief Development and External Affairs Officer of the Freestore Foodbank in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Trisha and I met during my latest campaign for Global Food Justice Alliance. NFL player Markus Bailey and I teamed up to provide food-insecure kids in the Cincinnati area with healthy, protein-packed meat sticks.

The Freestore Foodbank is the largest emergency food and services provider to children and families in Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana. With a network of 540 community partner agencies, Freestore Foodbank provides 37.7 million meals each year.

If you are curious about getting involved with your local food pantry or want to learn more about how food banks serve communities in need, this is a must-listen conversation.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 241: Trisha Rayner

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Robert Whitaker on Rethinking Mental Health in America Mar 28, 2023

True health is more than just nutrition, and with that in mind, today’s episode is a departure from our usual topics. My co-host, James Connolly, is taking a deep dive into the field of psychiatry with guest Robert Whitaker.

Robert is a journalist who specializes in investigating science and medicine, especially as it relates to psychiatry and mental health. He is also the editor of Mad in America, an online hub dedicated to rethinking psychiatry in America.

Through his books, podcasts, and online media, Robert calls for change in the drug-based care of mental health that has ultimately failed our society.

Please note that if you are someone struggling with mental health issues and pharmaceuticals are working for you, please continue taking them and don't feel shame in this. Life is short, and all people deserve peace and happiness. As serious "questioners," James and I try to give a voice to those who question commonly held beliefs, and Whitaker is a great example of this. Our goal is to shed light on topics and keep asking questions. If you're someone who has a different view than this guest, feel free to share, respectfully, in the comments.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube: Episode 240: Robert Whitaker

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Rachel Brathen, owner & CEO of Yoga Girl on Quitting Veganism Mar 21, 2023

Rachel Brathen is the founder and CEO of Yoga GirlⓇ and has spent over a decade advocating for veganism within her work as a yoga practitioner.

Recently, Rachel decided that being vegan was no longer serving her health and made this announcement publically to her community. While the backlash was astounding, Rachel continues her journey as a conscientious omnivore.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Ilse Kohler-Rollefson on the Wisdom of Pastoralist Societies Mar 14, 2023

Ilse Köhler-Rollefson is the author of Hoofprints on the Land: How Traditional Herding and Grazing Can Restore the Soil and Bring Animal Agriculture Back in Balance with the Earth.

In 1990, Ilse moved to India to do fieldwork on camel pastoralists and never looked back. Her work evolved into supporting socially responsible and ecologically sustainable livestock development.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Sustainable Seafood with Jon Russell & Shannon Eldredge Mar 07, 2023

Sustainability in seafood is a complicated topic. To help us sort it out, I am joined by two special guests.

Jon Russel is the Food Justice Organizer for the North American Marine Alliance (NAMA), where he focuses on supporting the fights of BPOC food producers. NAMA is a fishermen-led organization that is building healthy fisheries and fishing communities.

Also joining me is Shannon Eldredge. Her family has been in the fishing industry for generations, and Shannon was a shellfish harvester and weir fisherman in the Cape Cod area for years. She currently works for and is on the board of Chatham Harvesters, a fisherman-led seafood cooperative.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

For the month of February, I am running a free community blood sugar challenge. You’ll learn how to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to guide your food choices, plus a free ebook and access to live Zoom calls.

I’m also partnering with Levels to offer two free months when you sign up as a member to get the CGM without a prescription. Just visit sustainabledish.com/bloodsugar to sign up.

And if you are listening to this after our challenge has ended, you can still get access to my blood sugar challenge ebook and the recorded Zoom calls, plus the special offer from Levels.

Esther Blum, RD on Women's Health, Hormone Replacement Therapy, & Self-Advocacy Feb 28, 2023

Esther Blum is an integrative registered dietitian and menopause expert. On this episode, she chats about her new book, “See ya later, Ovulator!”. This is a must-read guide for every woman, whether you are in menopause, about to start the journey, or know you one day will.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Global Food Justice Alliance members, and listeners.

GFJA members get early access to ad-free podcasts, free downloads, and you’ll be helping get healthy protein like meat, fish, and eggs to food-insecure kids. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

For the month of February, I am running a free community blood sugar challenge. You’ll learn how to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to guide your food choices, plus a free ebook and access to live Zoom calls.

I’m also partnering with Levels to offer two free months when you sign up as a member to get the CGM without a prescription. Just visit sustainabledish.com/bloodsugar to sign up.

And if you are listening to this after our challenge has ended, you can still get access to my blood sugar challenge ebook and the recorded Zoom calls, plus the special offer from Levels.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Brett Ender & Harrison Gray, Co-hosts of The Meat Mafia Podcast Feb 21, 2023

Brett Ender and Harrison Gray are co-hosts of The Meat Mafia Podcast. Through their platform, they aim to address fundamental problems in our food and healthcare system. Their message is simple: eat real foods, buy locally, and cook your own meals.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

For the month of February, I am running a free community blood sugar challenge. You’ll learn how to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to guide your food choices, plus a free ebook and access to live Zoom calls.

I’m also partnering with Levels to offer two free months when you sign up as a member to get the CGM without a prescription. Just need to visit sustainabledish.com/bloodsugar to sign up.

And if you are listening to this after our challenge has ended, you can still get access to my blood sugar challenge ebook and the recorded Zoom calls, plus the special offer from Levels.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Storm Baynes-Ryan on New Zealand’s Policy to Reduce Greenhouse Emissions and its Impact on Farmers Feb 14, 2023

On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Storm Baynes-Ryan, a New Zealand farmer and mother of four.

Like many countries around the world, New Zealand has proposed short-sided government policies with the intent of decreasing emissions. And like other similar global policies, the science backing these policies is flawed and does not account for the impact it will have on farmers and rural communities. What is likely to happen is an increase in micronutrient deficiencies once meat is no longer available or affordable and the destruction of the rural way of life.

What is often overlooked in these policy debates are the personal stories of farmers experiencing this firsthand. This short but impactful episode will give some insight into how New Zealand farmers are dealing with the new government policies.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

For the month of February, I am running a free community blood sugar challenge. You’ll learn how to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to guide your food choices, plus a free ebook and access to live Zoom calls.

I’m also partnering with Levels to offer two free months when you sign up as a member to get the CGM without a prescription. Just visit sustainabledish.com/bloodsugar to sign up.

And if you are listening to this after our challenge has ended, you can still get access to my blood sugar challenge ebook and the recorded Zoom calls, plus the special offer from Levels.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Matt Skoglund, Owner of North Bridger Bison Feb 07, 2023

Have you ever dreamed of leaving your office job to start a ranch? That’s what Matt Skoglund did.

Matt started his career as a lawyer in Chicago, then moved to Montana to work for National Resources Defense Council (NRDC). Even though Matt found working for the NRDC to be interesting and fulfilling, he felt like something was missing.

That “something” turned out to be bison. In 2018 Matt and his wife Sarah started North Bridger Bison Ranch and haven’t looked back since.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

For the month of February, I am running a free community blood sugar challenge. You’ll learn how to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to guide your food choices, plus a free ebook and access to live Zoom calls.

I’m also partnering with Levels to offer two free months when you sign up as a member to get the CGM without a prescription. Just visit sustainabledish.com/bloodsugar to sign up.

And if you are listening to this after our challenge has ended, you can still get access to my blood sugar challenge ebook and the recorded Zoom calls, plus the special offer from Levels.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Pipers Farm on Making Healthy Food Accessible to Everyone Jan 31, 2023

Pipers Farm started as a 50-acre family farm in 1989. Peter Greig and his wife, Henri, wanted to raise animals in a way that was inspired by and respected nature and resulted in healthy food that they wanted to feed their kids. Now, Pipers Farm includes 45 small-scale family farms that share common values in producing food in a sustainable way.

Peter Greig and his daughter-in-law, Abby Allen, are on the show today to chat about Pipers Farm’s new cookbook - The Sustainable Meat Cookbook: Recipes & Wisdom for Considered Carnivores. This is a beautiful book filled with delicious recipes, gorgeous photographs, and wise words about sustainable meat consumption. I highly recommend it!

Peter, Abby, and I have a wonderful nuanced conversation about the importance of consumer education and the complicated topic of access to nutrient-dense meat for low-income families. Join us for this great listen!

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

For the month of February, I am running a free community blood sugar challenge. You’ll learn how to use a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to guide your food choices, plus a free ebook and access to live Zoom calls.

I’m also partnering with Levels to offer two free months when you sign up as a member to get the CGM without a prescription. Visit sustainabledish.com/bloodsugar to sign up.

And if you are listening to this after our challenge has ended, you can still get access to my blood sugar challenge ebook and the recorded Zoom calls, plus the special offer from Levels.

Glen Burrows on Focusing on Food Sourcing rather than Food Politics Jan 24, 2023

Glen Burrows is the co-founder of The Ethical Butcher, a UK-based online marketplace for meat from regenerative farms. In 2020 Glen started Regenuary as a way to change the conversation around food and the environment.

Instead of Veganuary, where the focus is solely on eating vegan for a month, Regenuary encourages everyone, regardless of diet preferences, to look at the sourcing of their food and to choose food from regenerative farming.

Even if you aren’t in the UK and can’t access The Ethical Butcher’s delicious products, you can still participate in Regenuary by engaging in open conversations about where our food comes from.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix with everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Oliver Milman on His New Book, The Insect Crisis: The Fall of the Tiny Empires that Run the World Jan 17, 2023

Remember when you were a kid, and after long road trips, your parents would have to scrape all the dead bugs off the windshield? Now think about your last road trip. Fewer bugs, right?

In his new book, The Insect Crisis: The Fall of the Tiny Empires that Run the World, Oliver Milman shares how scientists began studying the decline of insects and what that means for us.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

For the month of January, my Sustainavore course is 50% off. If you’re struggling with holiday weight gain or finally ready to regenerate your health, It’s a great time to take my course. You’ll learn how to set and track your protein goals, which foods to include and what to avoid, and info on sourcing the right ingredients. The course includes instant access to eight easy-to-follow modules, 60 days of inspiring emails, 20 hours of bonus videos, a free cookbook, and more.

Go to sustainavore.com and use code JAN50 for 50% off.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Dr. Michelle Jorgensen on Health-based Dentistry Jan 10, 2023

Did you know that the health of your mouth is closely tied to the health of your body? It’s true.

My guest today, health-based dentist Dr. Michelle Jorgensen, explains how many of today’s chronic diseases are associated with what’s going on in your mouth and teeth. Michelle’s story is a familiar one. After practicing conventional dentistry for 10 years, she began to develop symptoms that couldn’t be explained or treated. She discovered her condition was caused by mercury poisoning from performing standard dentistry procedures. Not only did her research into her own health resolve her issues, it completely changed the way she practiced.

One thing Michelle makes clear is how critical nutrition is to a healthy mouth. If you are concerned with good oral care, this episode is a must-listen.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Peter S. Goodman, Author of Davos Man: How the Billionaires Devoured the World Jan 03, 2023

Peter S. Goodman is the global economic correspondent for The New York Times. In his latest book, Davos Man: How the Billionaires Devoured the World, Peter exposes the ways in which members of the elite, affluent class have a hidden impact on almost every aspect of modern society.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

For the month of January, my Sustainavore course is 50% off. If you’re struggling with holiday weight gain or finally ready to regenerate your health, It’s a great time to take my course. You’ll learn how to set and track your protein goals, which foods to include and what to avoid, and info on sourcing the right ingredients. The course includes instant access to eight easy-to-follow modules, 60 days of inspiring emails, 20 hours of bonus videos, a free cookbook, and more.

Go to sustainavore.com and use code JAN50 for 50% off.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Markus Bailey on Playing Football & Getting Meat to Kids in Need Dec 27, 2022

Typically, football doesn’t come up often in my work, but I’ve recently had the unique opportunity to partner with NFL player Markus Bailey of the Cincinnati Bengals.

Markus picked Global Food Justice Alliance as his non-profit of choice in the My Cause, My Cleats campaign. Until December 31, 2022, all donations through this link will be used to purchase Paleovalley’s 100% grass-fed beef sticks (at cost) and send them to Freestore Foodbank in Cincinnati.

Listen in as Markus, and I chat about our joint initiative.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

Now LMNT comes in Chocolate Medley, which includes Mint Chocolate, Chocolate Caramel, and Chocolate Salt. It’s great mixed with warm water, or check out my Chocolate Matcha Mint Latte for a healthy winter beverage perfect for cold-weather sipping. To give this new flavor a try, visit sustainabledish.com/LMNTchocolate and get yours while supplies last.

This episode is also sponsored by Annmarie Skin Care, a company committed to creating the best natural skin care possible and doing it sustainably. For a limited time, you can receive 30% off your order at sustainabledish.com/skin with code DIANA30.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Chloe Sorvino on her debut book, Raw Deal: Hidden Corporate Greed and the Fight for the Future of Meat Dec 20, 2022

Chloe Sorvino leads coverage of food, drink, and agriculture at Forbes. Her debut book, Raw Deal: Hidden Corporate Greed and the Fight for the Future of Meat, is out now.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Thanks to our episode sponsor, Annmarie Skin Care, a company committed to creating the best natural skin care possible and doing it sustainably. For a limited time, you can receive 30% off your order at sustainabledish.com/skin with code DIANA30.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Old Fashioned on Purpose Interview with Diana Dec 13, 2022

The Old Fashioned on Purpose podcast digs into modern homesteading and breaking out of our consumer-driven society. Host, Jill Winger, invited me on to talk about Sacred Cow, short-sighted global policies against meat, and looking a feedlot beef in a new way.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

Now LMNT comes in Chocolate Medley, which includes Mint Chocolate, Chocolate Caramel, and Chocolate Salt. It’s great mixed with warm water, or check out my Chocolate Matcha Mint Latte for a healthy winter beverage perfect for cold-weather sipping. To give this new flavor a try, visit sustainabledish.com/LMNTchocolate and get yours while supplies last.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Fireside Chat with James Connolly on Effective Altruism & COP27 Dec 06, 2022

I love catching up with friends to talk about current events and topics that need deep exploration. And occasionally, those convos get recorded. So, it’s time for another fireside chat with my co-host James Connolly.

In this episode, we get into my experience at COP27, plus a couple of hot-button issues happening in the world right now that we needed to unpack.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Thanks to our episode sponsor, Annmarie Skin Care, a company committed to creating the best natural skin care possible and doing it sustainably. For a limited time, you can receive 30% off your order at sustainabledish.com/skin with code DIANA30.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Tara Vander Dussen on Correcting Misinformation about Farming Nov 29, 2022

Tara Vander Dussen is a 5th generation dairy farmer and proud dairy advocate. Tara began sharing her story after realizing the many misconceptions people had about farmers and farming.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Thanks to our episode sponsor, Annmarie Skin Care, a company committed to creating the best natural skin care possible and doing it sustainably. For a limited time, you can receive 30% off your order at sustainabledish.com/skin with code DIANA30.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Michelle Hurn, RD on the Need for Protein in Food Pantries Nov 22, 2022

After her own health crisis, registered dietitian Michelle Hurn quit clinical practice and turned her focus to getting meat and other animal-based foods to people in need. Michelle’s new venture, The Protein Project, works directly with food pantries to help them get high-quality food like meat, cheese, and eggs.

Check out their first fundraiser to get holiday turkeys to patrons of food pantries!

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Serenity & Joe Carr, Founders of Serenity Kids Nov 15, 2022

Some of the best companies are started by people that create a product to solve their own problems. That’s exactly what happened to Serenity and Joe Carr, founders of Serenity Kids, a company that specializes in nutrient-dense baby and toddler food that’s convenient for parents.

Want your kids to try Serenity Kids? Use code DIANA15 for 15% off your order.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Thanks to our episode sponsor, Annmarie Skin Care, a company committed to creating the best natural skin care possible and doing it sustainably. For a limited time, you can receive 30% off your order at sustainabledish.com/skin with code DIANA30.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Paul Greive on Raising Chickens that are Good for the Planet Nov 08, 2022

Pasturebird started as a 50-bird backyard operation and has grown into one of the world’s largest pasture-raised chicken farms. Paul Greive was first on the show years ago when Pasturebird was just beginning its growth. Now, he is back on the show to share what’s been going on at the farm.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Belinda Fettke on the Influence of Religious Ideology on Food Policy Nov 01, 2022

Belinda Fettke is back on the show, and this time she is chatting with my co-host, James Connolly.

Belinda Fettke is the wife of Dr. Gary Fettke, an orthopedic surgeon in Tasmania that was under investigation by the Medical Board of Tasmania for giving nutritional advice to his patients. Belinda started her research journey with a simple goal: clear her husband’s name. Little did she know that her research would lead her to uncover the overwhelming influence of the religious ideology shaping our “plant-based” dietary guidelines, food policy, and medical education.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Thanks to our episode sponsor, Annmarie Skin Care, a company committed to creating the best natural skin care possible and doing it sustainably. For a limited time, you can receive 30% off your order at sustainabledish.com/skin with code DIANA30.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Jan Ellison Baszucki on Mental Health and the Ketogenic Diet Oct 25, 2022

Jan Ellison Baszucki is a former Silicon Valley fintech marketing executive, writer, parent, and mental health advocate. When her son, Matt, was diagnosed at age 19 with bipolar disorder, Jan and her family tried every therapy and treatment available with little success until they found the ketogenic diet.

Listen in as Jan tells her very personal story.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Dr. Peter Ballerstedt on the Benefits of Ruminant Animals Oct 18, 2022

Dr. Peter Ballerstedt is an advocate for ruminant animal agriculture and its benefits to healthy soil, healthy plants, and healthy humans. After facing a health crisis in 2007, Peter devoted himself to learning about metabolic health and living a “low-carb lifestyle.”

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

A big thanks to the sponsor of today’s show, LMNT. LMNT is an electrolyte drink mix that has everything you need and nothing you don’t - no artificial ingredients, food coloring, gluten, fillers, or sugar!

LMNT comes in lots of great flavors, and when you go to sustainabledish.com/LMNT, you’ll get a free sample pack with your purchase. Plus, they have a convenient subscription program that makes it easy for you to keep your favorite flavors fully supplied. Head over to sustainabledish.com/LMNT to give it a try.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Alec Jaffe, Founder of Alec's Ice Cream Oct 11, 2022

Alec Jaffe is the founder of Alec’s Ice Cream, the first-ever regenerative organic ice cream. Alec shares his story about how he set out to create this gut-friendly and planet-friendly treat.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Taylor Kellerman on Farming in Hawaii Oct 04, 2022

Hawaii is known for pineapples, leis, and tropical vacations, but did you know that they also have livestock ranches?

Taylor Kellerman is the Director of Diversified Agriculture and Land Stewardship for Kualoa Ranch on Oahu - which is the most populated of the Hawaiian Islands. Kualoa Ranch takes advantage of being in a travel hot spot by offering go-to tourist attractions like ziplining, movie set tours, horseback riding, and more.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Charlie Arnott on Regenerative Farming in Australia Sep 27, 2022

Charlie Arnott is a regenerative farmer in Australia. Charlie is no stranger to the difficulties that farmers face today, from government policies to disease and drought.

Charlie talks about the things he’s learned throughout the years and how the most critical element is taking care of the “paddock between your ears.”

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

It’s officially Sustainavore September! We’re launching the biggest Sustainavore community yet, and I’d love for you to be a part of it. Check it out at sustainavore.com.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Michelle Tam on Simple Meals and Great Food Finds Sep 20, 2022

Michelle Tam of Nom Nom Paleo is back on the show!

We chat about getting ready for the Fall, making simple meals, and the greatness of Costco. Listen in to find out Michelle’s tips for getting food on the table quickly, and some of our favorite food finds.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

It’s officially Sustainavore September! We’re launching the biggest Sustainavore community yet, and I’d love for you to be a part of it. Check it out at sustainavore.com.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Dr. Alice Stanton on the Global Burden of Disease Study Sep 13, 2022

Dr. Alice Stanton is on a mission to get to the bottom of the questionable conclusions made by the 2019 Global Burden of Disease Risk Factor Study.

She is on the podcast today to talk about her and her group's progress and how we can help.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

It’s officially Sustainavore September! We’re launching the biggest Sustainavore community yet, and I’d love for you to be a part of it. Check it out at sustainavore.com.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Fireside Chat with Robb Wolf Sep 06, 2022

Robb Wolf is back on the podcast to dive into two recent articles that have caught our attention.

First is a post about James Cameron’s recent attempt to start an organic farm without animal inputs.

Next, I cover George Monbiot’s latest article naming organic pasture-fed beef and lamb as the most damaging farm products.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out.

It’s officially Sustainavore September! We’re launching the biggest Sustainavore community yet, and I’d love for you to be a part of it. Check it out at sustainavore.com.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Erin Skinner, RD on the Truth about the Blue Zones Aug 30, 2022

The Blue Zones have long been touted as holding the secrets to longevity, but one aspect of the “Blue Zones” framework that gets far too much attention is the diet, which emphasizes limiting animal-based foods.

In reality, there are many factors that go into living a long, high-quality, and meaningful life. Plus, when you start to look at the research behind this movement, it doesn’t hold up to scrutiny.

Today I am sharing my conversation with fellow dietitian and podcaster Erin Skinner, founder of Empowered Nutrition, a functional nutrition practice in North Carolina. She has done extensive research on The Blue Zones and what she found was fascinating.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Realfoodology Podcast Interview with Diana Aug 23, 2022

I recently had the pleasure of appearing on the Realfoodology podcast with Courtney Swan.

Courtney is an integrative nutritionist and “real foodist” with a passion for changing the way America eats.

Like me, Courtney cares about where food comes from and wants people to eat a nutrient-dense diet - which includes animal-sourced foods. She and I get in deep with the anti-meat narrative and the 3 main topics that drive these discussions: nutrition, ethics, and the environment

The conversation was so good, I just had to share.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

[Recycled] Nicolette Hahn Niman on Defending Beef Aug 16, 2022

Today's episode of the podcast features my conversation last year with Nicolette Hahn Niman just before the launch of the 2nd edition of her book Defending Beef: The Ecological and Nutritional Case for Meat.

Nicolette is an author, lawyer, rancher, and one of the many environmental experts featured in the film, Sacred Cow.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alec’s Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Plus, they are Certified Humane. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.

Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

Hannah Thompson-Weeman from The Animal Ag Alliance Aug 09, 2022

Hannah Thompson-Weeman is the president and CEO of the Animal Agriculture Alliance. Since 1987, the Alliance has been safeguarding the future of animal agriculture and its value to society by bridging the communication gap between the farm and food communities.

Hannah’s work includes developing a plan of action for when protestors strike and fighting misinformation in anti-meat narrative campaigns.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alec’s Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Plus, they are Certified Humane. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.

Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

[Recycled] Lierre Keith on The Vegetarian Myth Aug 02, 2022

On this “recycled” episode, I am joined by Lierre Keith, author of The Vegetarian Myth: Food, Justice, and Sustainability. Lierre shares her story about becoming vegan, the struggles to “do it right,” and her eventual health downfalls as a result.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And, of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, a discussion community, and much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alec’s Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Plus, they are Certified Humane. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.

Join me September 29 - October 2, 2022, for a fun and informative weekend getaway at White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia. To learn more, visit sustainabledish.com/events and get your tickets today before they sell out.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com.

[Recycled] Allen Williams, PhD on Feeding the World with Regenerative Agriculture Jul 26, 2022

Today we are replaying my conversation with Dr. Allen Williams, a rancher and soil health consultant. Dr. Williams explains the connection between soil health and livestock and debunks myths around regenerative agriculture.

This episode was originally recorded in 2018 but the topics are still relevant today.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, and a discussion community plus so much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alec’s Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Plus they are Certified Humane. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Protecting Your N.E.S.T. Podcast Interview with Diana Jul 19, 2022

For this episode, I am sharing my interview with Dr. Tony Hampton on his podcast, Protecting Your N.E.S.T.

Dr. Hampton and I discuss regenerative farming versus monocropping and correct the narrative around the impact of livestock on climate change, plus how a high protein diet can improve health.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, and a discussion community plus so much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alec’s Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Plus they are Certified Humane. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Maui Nui Venison on Turning an Invasive Species into Nutrient-Dense Food Jul 12, 2022

Meet Jake Muise, co-founder of Maui Nui Venison. The Maui Nui mission is “to help balance Axis deer populations for the good of our environment, communities, and food system. “

In short, Jake and his team are using this invasive species to create a nutrient-dense food source for the people of Hawaii.

All of Maui Nui’s products are delicious and packed with high-quality nutrients. Plus, the USDA oversees the entire process and inspects each animal before approving it as safe for human consumption.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, and a discussion community plus so much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Today’s podcast is sponsored by Alec’s Ice Cream, the first and only verified regenerative, organic ice cream and the best-tasting ice cream I have ever had. Check it out by going to sustainabledish.com/icecream and use code DIANA for 20% off your order.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Frank Mitloehner, PhD on the Future of the Food Industry Jul 05, 2022

My last episode with Frank Mitloehner, PhD was so popular I wanted to have him back on the show to give us an update on what’s going on in the world of beef. Frank is a professor in the Department of Animal Science at UC Davis and is the director of the CLEAR Center.

This episode is short but it is packed with information.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, and a discussion community plus so much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on Eating Protein for Health Jun 28, 2022

I love discussing meat and protein consumption with other women! Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a functional medicine physician with a background in Human Nutrition. Her background in medicine and nutrition makes her uniquely qualified to speak about the intersection of the food we eat and our health.

Dr. Lyon supports animal-sourced foods as a part of a healthy diet and encourages her patients to build quality muscle mass as a way to improve metabolism, stave off chronic illnesses, and protect against signs of aging.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Patrons get access to ad-free podcasts, exclusive videos, and a discussion community plus so much more. Go to sustainabledish.com/join to support my work.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Liz Wolfe on Being a Mom, Podcasting, & Staying Curious Jun 21, 2022

My long-time friend, Liz Wolfe is on the podcast for a catch-up. Liz has been involved in the health and wellness field for over a decade. She is an author, podcaster, skin care authority, course creator, and self-described “professional question-asker.”

Listen in as Liz and I chat about where our work has taken us over the years and share real truths about running a business in the online world. Then check out Liz’s podcast, Liz Talks where she covers everything from food to family in a way only Liz can.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Dr. Mark Cucuzzella on Living Healthfully with Limited Resources Jun 14, 2022

Dr. Mark Cucuzzella is a professor at West Virginia University School of Medicine with real, front-line experience in working with populations with limited resources. Mark has been instrumental in establishing programs that help to level the playing field for these folks.

Listen in to find out more about these programs and about his work in pediatric obesity.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Wild Harmony Farm Co-Owner, Ben Coerper, on the Business of Farming Jun 07, 2022

Ben Coerper is co-owner of Wild Harmony Farm with his wife, Rachel Slattery. Wild Harmony Farm is a regenerative operation featured in my film Sacred Cow.

Ben is on the podcast to give us an update on farm operations and new life events since his appearance in the film.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Florence Williams on Healing Heartbreak Through Science May 31, 2022

Heartbreak and emotional pain are universal human experiences and emotional well-being is closely tied to physical health. Florence Williams, author of Heartbreak, approaches emotional pain through a scientific lens by using well-researched methods to heal from the pain she experienced after her 25-year marriage ended.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Fireside Chat with Robb Wolf May 24, 2022

It’s time for another catch-up with my friend and co-author of Sacred Cow, Robb Wolf.

Robb and I chat about our upcoming projects and the latest topics that have piqued our interest.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Human Nature Hunting on Teaching People to Hunt May 17, 2022

Do you want to hunt but don’t know how? Human Nature Hunting is an organization that teaches people hunting and other survival skills in an approachable way.

Bruce McGlenn, owner of Human Nature Hunting, and his partner, Sarah Long are the guests on today’s show. Bruce is a life-long hunter while prior to meeting Bruce, Sarah was a vegetarian for 12 years. Their story is fascinating and many of my listeners will connect with Sarah’s ongoing journey with pushing her comfort levels.

Human Nature Hunting hosts a variety of courses all year long so if you are looking to improve your hunting skills, check them out.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Cait Mizzi, Functional Nutritionist on Kitchen Basics May 10, 2022

It’s time to get back to basics! It’s easy to get caught up in the latest advancements and headlines related to health and sustainability but one of the simplest things you can do for yourself and the planet is to cook at home.

In this episode, Cait Mizzi, a functional nutritionist, joins my co-host James Connolly to chat about the fundamentals of cooking and kitchen set-up. They also share tips for making a great home-cooked meal.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy on the Prevention & Treatment of Cancer May 03, 2022

Cancer is scary! And given the grim cancer statistics, it is likely that most of us will face our own cancer scare at some point in our lives, making this episode a must-listen.

Leigh Erin Connealy, M.D. is an expert in Integrative/Functional Medicine specializing in the prevention and treatment of cancer. With over 30 years of experience in medical care, Dr. Connealy uses patient-first methodology which requires treatment of the whole person and understanding that each case is unique.

Tune in to discover the doctor’s advice on the role of healthy lifestyle habits in the prevention and treatment of cancer.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Thank you to Dry Farm Wines for their continued support of my work. They have a great selection of sparkling, whites, rosés, and reds. And when you visit sustainabledish.com/wine you can check out their latest special offer exclusively for listeners of the Sustainable Dish podcast.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

To Which We Belong Filmmakers: Pamela Tanner Boll & Lindsay Richardson Apr 26, 2022

If you loved Sacred Cow or are just passionate about the sustainability movement, you are going to love the new film To Which We Belong. The documentary features farmers and ranchers from around the globe that are turning from conventional practices and embracing regenerative agriculture.

On this episode, my co-host, James Connolly interviews Pamela Tanner Boll, director, and Lindsay Richardson, co-director and producer.

To Which We Belong is available for pre-order now on Apple TV and will release on Amazon, Apple TV, iTunes, GooglePlay, Youtube, and Vudu on May 10, 2022.

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Thank you to Dry Farm Wines for their continued support of my work. They have a great selection of sparkling, whites, rosés, and reds. And when you visit sustainabledish.com/wine you can check out their latest special offer exclusively for listeners of the Sustainable Dish podcast.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Frédéric Leroy, PhD on The Global Burden of Disease Apr 19, 2022

Frédéric Leroy, PhD is back on the podcast to give us an update on the Global Burden of Disease controversy. As many listeners know, he and his team wrote a letter to the GBD authors requesting evidence to show the justification for the 36-fold increase in deaths attributed to meat consumption. After months of fruitless effort to get their letter published, a response was finally received.

Frédéric and I discuss the recent problematic trend in mainstream media of refusing to present dialogue that counters popular “science” in order to promote the anti-meat narrative.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Thank you to Dry Farm Wines for their continued support of my work. Their wines are all-natural and low in alcohol which means less of a foggy feeling the next day. They have a great selection of sparkling, whites, rosés, and reds. And when you visit sustainabledish.com/wine you can check out their latest special offer exclusively for listeners of the Sustainable Dish podcast.

Alexandra Bregman, Writer and Art Specialist Apr 12, 2022

Alexandra Bregman is a freelance writer, specializing in the art world. Her latest book, The Bouvier Affair: A True Story, centers around, Russian oligarch, Dmitry Rybolovlev, as the alleged victim of a complex art fraud perpetrated by his art advisor Yves Bouvier.

My co-host, James Connolly interviews Alexandra about the connections between the consolidated wealth in the art world and the power the uber-rich have in many aspects of life. This is something we see in the food landscape - the rich and powerful making decisions that trickle down to everyone.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Thank you to Dry Farm Wines for their continued support of my work. Their wines are all-natural and low in alcohol which means less of a foggy feeling the next day. Plus, the non-irrigated vineyards force the roots to dig deep in search of water allowing the grapes to absorb extra minerals. Give Dry Farm Wines a try if you’ve given up on wine because of how you feel the next day or if you are simply looking for high-quality, all-natural wine. They have a great selection of sparkling, whites, rosés, and reds. And when you visit sustainabledish.com/wine you can check out their latest special offer exclusively for listeners of the Sustainable Dish podcast.

Jessie Inchauspe, The Glucose Goddess Apr 05, 2022

Jessie Inchauspe, better known as The Glucose Goddess is on the show today to share science-backed tips and advice on how to improve physical and mental health.

Her information is based on years of diving into the research and self-experimenting to translate what works into actionable and accessible steps for anyone. Many of the steps are so simple, that you can start doing them today.

Episode resources and transcripts are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Thank you to Dry Farm Wines for their continued support of my work. Their wines are all-natural and low in alcohol which means less of a foggy feeling the next day. Plus, the non-irrigated vineyards force the roots to dig deep in search of water allowing the grapes to absorb extra minerals. Give Dry Farm Wines a try if you’ve given up on wine because of how you feel the next day or if you are simply looking for high-quality, all-natural wine. They have a great selection of sparkling, whites, rosés, and reds. And when you visit sustainabledish.com/wine you can check out their latest special offer exclusively for listeners of the Sustainable Dish podcast.

Derrick Weston on the Intersection of Food and Faith Mar 29, 2022

My co-host James Connolly turns the tables on the host of the Food and Faith podcast, Derrick Weston after James was a guest on Food and Faith.

While it seems on the surface that religion may not relate to food and sustainability, Derrick argues that this couldn’t be further from the truth. The bible was written in the midst of an agrarian society with many of the lessons centering around food and feeding people.

Derrick finds that food is often the simplest entry point to difficult conversations. Everyone eats so it is one of the few things that unifies everyone in the world. Listen in as James and Derrick tackle some of the challenging subjects that come up around food and social justice.

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Melissa Urban on Plant-Based Whole30 Mar 22, 2022

Melissa Urban is back on the podcast to talk about the new Plant-Based Whole30. Most of you know the Whole30 as a real-food 30-day challenge that helps you discover the foods that work best for your body.

Now, Melissa and her team have thoughtfully created a framework to help people that are plant-based, healthfully self-experiment with this way of eating - which I fully support.

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Brandon Howley on the Changing the Narrative in the Beef Industry Mar 15, 2022

Brandon Howley of Happy Hollow Ranch is back on the podcast to chat with my co-host, James Connolly about life on a working ranch and raising grass-fed, grass-finished cows. Brandon talks about transitioning during COVID, combating misinformation, and going through the recent ice storm in Texas.

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

A big thanks to Microbiome Plus+ for sponsoring the podcast. As many of you know, I'm celiac and have very sensitive guts. And I recently tried their pro and prebiotic combo and have consistently felt amazing since taking it. I now highly recommend it to my nutrition clients who need probiotic support. And there's also some pretty solid scientific papers showing how Microbiome Plus can help with Vitamin D absorption and for improving cholesterol levels. So if you're looking for a new probiotic, give it a try for yourself. You can visit sustainable dish.com/biome and use code DIANA for 15% off sitewide.

Lucy Hendricks: Coach and Gym-Owner Mar 08, 2022

Lucy Hendricks is a coach, speaker, and co-owner of Enhancing Life Gym in Lexington, KY. Everyone has that friend or loved one who hates the gym, doesn’t like to work out, or only breaks a sweat on doctor’s orders. These folks are Lucy’s specialty. She meets people where they are in their fitness journey and helps people gain strength in order to improve their daily life.

Recently, Lucy has been challenging her members to eat more protein and the results have been amazing. On this episode, Lucy is sharing some of their success stories.

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

A big thanks to Microbiome Plus for their support of today's podcast. As many of you know, I'm celiac and have very sensitive guts. And I recently tried their pro and prebiotic combo and have consistently felt amazing since taking it. I now highly recommend it to my nutrition clients who need probiotic support. And there's also some pretty solid scientific papers showing how Microbiome Plus can help with Vitamin D absorption and for improving cholesterol levels. So if you're looking for a new probiotic, give it a try for yourself. You can visit sustainable dish.com/biome and use code DIANA for 15% off sitewide.

Dr. Pran Yoganathan on Gut Health and Nutrition Mar 01, 2022

In this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Pran Yoganathan, a gastroenterologist based in Sidney, Australia. As the director of The Centre for Gastrointestinal Health, he is taking a unique approach to achieving health for his patients.

In our conversation, we get into how healthcare has become disease management, the elitist nature of plant-based diets, the corporatization of food, and much more.

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. This is a tool I personally use and recommend to people I work with. It’s helped me figure out what foods spike my blood sugar and which ones keep me level. I can also see how certain tricks like walks after a meal affect my body. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if they go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism. This is a must-have tool for anyone interested in personalizing their nutrition.

Dan Saladino on Eating to Extinction: The World's Rarest Foods and Why We Need to Save Them Feb 22, 2022

Picture walking into any grocery store and the shelves are filled with a variety of products and foods for you to choose from (at least in the US, Canada, and most of Europe pre-pandemic). It gives you the impression that you have great diversity and choice in what you eat, right?

Our guest on the podcast today is Dan Saladino, a prominent BBC food journalist, who just wrote a book that proves your impression may be wrong.

Eating to Extinction: The World’s Rarest Foods and Why We Need to Save Them is an exploration into how the structure and globalization of our food system have caused a loss of food diversity and traditional food cultures. The resulting food monoculture brings with it staggering costs like a lack of resilience in the face of climate change, pests, and parasites that threaten our health and the health of the planet.

Just take a look at these examples:

The source of much of the world’s seeds is mostly in the control of just four corporations.

Ninety-five percent of milk consumed in the United States comes from a single breed of cow.

Half of all the world’s cheese is made with bacteria or enzymes made by one company.

One in four beers drunk around the world is the product of one brewer.

My co-host, James Connolly chats with Dan about why he felt compelled to write a book that shines a light on the issue of food extinction and why it’s currently relevant in today’s world.

Listen in as they cover:

Dan’s background and how he found the topic of endangered foods

The history of seed hunting and seed saving

The worldwide effects of colonialism

How an accidental American cheesemaker saves an iconic British cheese

Why advanced technology in agriculture isn’t all bad

The impacts of the 2008 economic crisis on agriculture

Episode resources and transcript are available at www.sustainabledish.com

Connect with Dan:

Radio Show: The Food Programme on BBC Radio 4

Instagram: @dan.saladino

Twitter: @DanSaladinoUK

LinkedIn: Dan Saladino

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. This is a tool I personally use and recommend to people I work with. It’s helped me figure out what foods spike my blood sugar and which ones keep me level. I can also see how certain tricks like walks after a meal affect my body. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if they go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism. This is a must-have tool for anyone interested in personalizing their nutrition.

Josh Clemente on using continuous glucose monitoring to optimize health Feb 15, 2022

Do you ever wish that you could know how specific foods impact your energy, sleep, mood, or overall health? And better yet, know in real-time so you can take actionable steps to get the outcome you want?

A continuous glucose monitor (CGM) might just be the solution you are looking for. For most of their existence, these tools have only been available to those diagnosed with poorly managed diabetes. So, in other words, once there was already a problem.

My guest for this episode, Josh Clemente, who when seeking answers to his own health questions, found this barrier to be frustrating and confusing. Why should you need permission or wait to have a problem in order to get information about your own body? Josh channeled these feelings and created Levels, a CGM available to the general public.

Josh says “the intention of Levels is to generate metabolic awareness” and understand how all your individual choices affect you and use that to piece together tactics to achieve your goals.

I don’t typically dedicate an entire podcast episode to a single product unless it is one I truly love. Levels have given me insight into how the foods I eat and the context in which they are eaten, effects me. Plus, it gives me accountability at the same time as liberation. I can eat more carbs than I thought and find ways to fit in occasional ice cream (or tequila!).

Listen in to find out more about CGMs and bio-individuality as Josh and I talk about:

- How Levels started and Josh’s struggle to find out information about his own body

- Why healthcare (or rather, sickcare) needs engineers

- The need for a paradigm shift from one of “symptom care” to one that enables people with feedback to make informed choices

- Why the focus should be on metabolic dysfunction rather than specific diseases

- What leads to metabolic dysfunction and why context matters

- The importance of closed feedback loops in making decisions

- Why you should pair salsa dancing with your margaritas

- What the future holds for Levels

Resources:

Lily Nichols, RD

Robb Wolf

Wired to Eat by Robb Wolf

Freestyle Libre

Dexcom G6

Marty Kendall

CDC stats on diabetes

Weitzman Institute Study on CGMs

Gretchen Rubin and The Four Tendencies Quiz

Glucose Goddess

Connect with Josh:

Website: Levels

Instagram: @levels

Twitter: @levels

LinkedIn: Josh Clemente

Podcast: LEVELS - A Whole New Level

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Ayla Barmmer, RD on nutrition for fertility and pregnancy Feb 08, 2022

On this episode on the podcast, we are taking another deep dive into the importance of nutrition for fertility and pregnancy. While women often shoulder the responsibility of all things related to preconception and birth, my guest today, Ayla Barmmer, MS, RDN, LDN says that nutrition in men during this time is just as critical.

For over 15 years, Ayla has been advancing the health and empowerment of thousands of clients, patients, peers, and mentees, at the intersection of nutritional science, functional medicine, and evidence-based holistic solutions.

Ayla and I have a special connection in that as I was completing my dietetic internship, she was one of my preceptors. And I continue to be impressed with all that she has accomplished in her career as a registered dietitian.

Ayla owns and operates Boston Functional Nutrition, an integrative and functional nutrition multi-clinician practice that specializes in women’s health and infertility. She is also the founder of FullWell, a fertility wellness brand, widely endorsed by a diversity of health practitioners for its quality and education.

And that’s not all! Ayla founded the Women’s Health Nutrition Practice Group and co-founded the Women’s Health Nutrition Academy with recent podcast guest, Lily Nichols, RD.

Despite her very busy professional life, she has taken time out to chat about all things “real-food” as it relates to pregnancy and fertility. Her passion truly shows as we cover:

- Why preconception nutrition is so important

- The importance of men’s fertility health in preconception

- How oxidative stress impacts men’s fertility health

- Why Ayla started making supplements and how they are different from other supplements on the market

- Important nutrients to look out for during preconception and pregnancy

- The difference in nutrient forms

Even if this isn’t the phase of life you are in or simply not interested in becoming pregnant, this episode still has important takeaways for anyone who uses supplements. Plus, fertility is a sign of health so it’s important to have it even if you don’t use it.

Resources:

FullWell Supplements

Sustainable Dish Episode 179: Ty Beal, PhD

Alya’s blog post about iron

Sustainable Dish Episode 178: Lily Nichols, RD

Sacred Cow

Nordic Naturals

New Chapter Wholemega

Urban Moonshine Calm Tummy Bitters

Real Food for Pregnancy by Lily Nichols, RD

Connect with Ayla:

Website: Full Well Fertility and Boston Functional Nutrition

Instagram: @fullwellfertility and @aylabarmmer_rd

LinkedIn: Ayla Barmmer, MS, RD, LDN

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. This is a tool I personally use and recommend to people I work with. It’s helped me figure out what foods spike my blood sugar and which ones keep me level. I can also see how certain tricks like walks after a meal affect my body. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how food you eat affects your metabolism. This is a must-have tool for anyone interested in personalizing their nutrition.

Special Episode: Ede Fox, The Black Carnivore on NYC schools announcement Feb 05, 2022

I am popping in your feed for a special episode. NYC schools just announced that in addition to their Meatless Mondays, they will now be serving all vegan meals on Fridays.

As you may imagine, I am pushing back hard on this. To discuss the problematic policy and its consequences, I have the perfect guest, Ede Fox - better known as The Black Carnivore. Not only does Ede promote a meat-inclusive diet but she also knows firsthand the landscape of New York, its politics, and the children that will be directly impacted by this change.

Listen in to find out more about how taking meat out of schools will have devastating effects on some of the most vulnerable kids.

Connect with Ede:

Podcast: The Black Carnivore

YouTube: Black Carnivore

Instagram: @blackcarnivore

Twitter: @edefox

LinkedIn: Ede Fox

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Alysa Seeland, Founder of Fond Bone Broth Feb 01, 2022

If you’ve been listening for long, then you know I am a big believer in bone broth. From its gut-healing properties to its nutrient-dense profile, bone broth is always something I have around for sipping or adding to recipes.

I’ve been making my own broth for years but as we all know, sometimes it's nice to have some stocked and ready-to-go in the pantry. Ready-made bone broth is also a good option for those of us that are time-strapped or maybe just intimidated by the whole broth-making process. Believe me - we’ve all been there.

My favorite shelf-stable bone broth is Fond and Alysa Seeland, founder, and CEO, is on the show today to talk about her story and why she started Fond Bone Broth. Along with the Fond origin story we also chat about:

- The delicious Fond flavors and how they came to be

- Fond’s setbacks and growth over the years

- Tips and tricks for making broth at home (there’s one that even I didn’t know about)

- The outer and inner results from drinking bone broth regularly

If you are a bone broth evangelist or skeptic, this episode is for you so tune in!

Resources:

Weston A Price Foundation

Sally Fallon’s Nourishing Traditions

Sustainable Dish posts on chicken and beef bone broth

Connect with Alysa:

Website: Fond Bone Broth

Instagram: @fondbonebroth

Twitter: @fondbonebroth

LinkedIn: Alysa Seeland

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode is sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. This is a tool I personally use and recommend to people I work with. It’s helped me figure out what foods spike my blood sugar and which ones keep me level. I can also see how certain tricks like walks after a meal affect my body. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism. This is a must-have tool for anyone interested in personalizing their nutrition.

Ty Beal, Ph.D. Nutrition Researcher, on Global Nutrient Deficiencies Jan 25, 2022

On this episode, I am joined by Ty Beal, Ph.D., a Research Advisor on the Knowledge Leadership team at the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN). So he is the perfect person to talk about nutrition at the global level including nutrient deficiencies and how best to address those gaps in different populations around the world.

We were both in Washington DC presenting at a conference and took advantage of a break in our schedules to have a chat. During this episode, Ty shares the highlights from his talk, “Contributions of Animal-source Foods to Healthy Diets for Improved Nutrition,” which is a topic you all know I am passionate about.

Ty references his presentation slides during the show and each one is pictured in the website show notes with timestamps so you can follow along, plus there is a downloadable pdf to the full slide deck. For those that want to dive deep into the science, there are also links to the studies he mentions.

For those that just want the good news about including meat in your diet, here are the key takeaways:

- Low consumption of meat and other animal-source foods increase the risk of undernutrition

- Animal-source foods contain unique nutrients and are evolutionarily appropriate for humans

- Meat and other animal-source foods are among the top sources of nutrients commonly lacking, especially among vulnerable groups like young children

- Too little animal-source foods may hinder child growth and development and may not be optimal for longevity

- Meat and animal-source foods are important for healthy diets and are compatible with sustainable diets when produced appropriately

- Meat, eggs, and dairy provide unique essential nutrients important for healthy diets

- Consuming too little animal-source foods worsens diet quality, increasing the risk of nutrient deficiencies and ill-health

Additional Resources:

2019 Burden of Disease Study

The Grocer: Red Meat Health Risks Study is ‘Unreliable’, Claim Scientists

Sustainable Dish Episode 84 with Frédéric Leroy

Eat-Lancet Diet

20 Ways Eat-Lancet’s Global Diet is Wrongfully Vilifying Meat (Sustainable Dish blog post)

White Oak Pastures Beef and Organ Meat Blend

US Wellness Meats Beef Blend

Lulun Project

Connect with Ty:

Website: Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)

Twitter: @tyrbeal

LinkedIn: Ty Beal

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode was brought to you by my new Sustainavore Course! Are you confused about which diet is best for your health and the planet? Are you feeling frustrated with quick-fix diets and conflicting nutrition information? Check out Sustainavore. You will learn how to feel confident that the food you’re buying is the right choice for your health and the environment. The course includes over 7 hours of video instruction from me and 60 daily emails full of tips, tricks, and motivation to keep you going - plus lots of bonus material. For a limited time, I am offering special discount pricing so head over to The Sustainavore Course now!

This episode is also being sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. This is a tool I personally use and recommend to people I work with. It’s helped me figure out what foods spike my blood sugar and which ones keep me level. I can also see how certain tricks like walks after a meal affect my body. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism. This is a must-have tool for anyone interested in personalizing their nutrition.

Lily Nichols, RD on protein vs amino acids, micronutrients, and real-world perspectives on nutrition Jan 18, 2022

Friend and fellow dietitian, Lily Nichols is back to catch us up on what she’s been up to and fill us in on the latest in nutrition research. Since our first episode together, Lily has been busy advocating for updated dietary guidelines, especially as they relate to pregnancy and postpartum. She is the author of two books: Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes. Lily is also the co-founder of Women’s Health Nutrition Academy, an organization dedicated to providing continuing education in women’s health.

In this episode, Lily and I take a deep dive into all things protein. There is a long-held belief in dietetics that as long as you are getting enough total protein in your diet then your amino acid requirements will be met too. Lily sets the record straight by pointing to new evidence that shows this simply isn’t true. In fact, the need for the full array of amino acids for children is so important, that deficiencies during certain development periods can cause irreversible problems.

There’s so much to cover in this episode that we actually ran out of time so stay tuned as I’m sure to have Lily on the show again.

Even if you are not pregnant or considering getting pregnant, you’re sure to find something interesting in this episode. Listen in to hear us rant about the need for protein and so much more including:

- Why the RDA (recommended dietary allowance) for protein needs an update

- All things B12

- Cheap nutrient-dense food options

- The need for culturally appropriate nutrition recommendations

- A thought experiment about the environmental cost of being unhealthy

- Why meat does not have to be grass-fed to be healthy

- Why nutrition professionals need real-world perspective

- Our personal results from continuous glucose monitoring and why everyone should try it

Resources:

Women’s Health Nutrition Academy

Sacred Cow

Research Paper: Animal Source Foods, Rich in Amino Acids Important for Linear Growth and Development of Young Children in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

US News and World Report “Best” Diets

Levels

Lily’s books:

Real Food for Pregnancy

Real Food for Gestational Diabetes

Lily’s Articles

Protein Requirements in Pregnancy are Higher Than Previously Thought

Vegetarian Diet in Pregnancy: Nutrients of Concern

Choline in Pregnancy: Folate’s Long-Lost Cousin

Budget-Friendly Prenatal Nutrition Following Real Food for Pregnancy Principles

Why Prenatal Nutrition Guidelines Needs to be Updated

Liver and Organ Meat: Nutritional Benefits & How to Make it Palatable

Connect with Lily:

Website: Lily Nichols, RDN

Instagram: @lilynicholsrdn

Twitter: @LilyNicholsRDN

Facebook: Lily Nichols, RDN

LinkedIn: Lily Nichols, RDN

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode was brought to you by my new Sustainavore Course! Are you confused about which diet is best for your health and the planet? Are you feeling frustrated with quick-fix diets and conflicting nutrition information? Check out Sustainavore. You will learn how to feel confidant that the food you’re buying is the right choice for your health and the environment. The course includes over 7 hours of video instruction from me and 60 daily emails full of tips, tricks, and motivation to keep you going - plus lots of bonus material. For a limited time, I am offering special discount pricing so head over to The Sustainavore Course now!

This episode is also being sponsored by Levels, a continuous glucose monitor that gives you individualized insight into your metabolism. This is a tool I personally use and recommend to people I work with. It’s helped me figure out what foods spike my blood sugar and which ones keep me level. I can also see how certain tricks like walks after a meal affect my body. Right now Levels has a waiting list of over 150,000 but they are allowing my listeners to skip the line if you go to sustainabledish.com/levels and sign up. Try it out to see how the food you eat affects your metabolism. This is a must-have tool for anyone interested in personalizing their nutrition.

Jake Marquez and Maren Morgan creators of Death in the Garden Jan 11, 2022

Jake Marquez and Maren Morgan are the creators of the forthcoming documentary Death in the Garden, which is their journey to “save the world through embracing the cycles of life and death and changing cultural paradigms.”

These two acknowledge the challenge and complexity of the project they have taken on but have pledged to question everything, remain honest, and uphold the highest levels of integrity.

It’s inspiring to see members of a younger generation not accept black and white thinking or the latest trendy narrative. Jake and Maren challenge the world-saving stories that have been sold as facts like eating a vegan diet, renewable energy, and recycling plastics. Instead, they view the world holistically and refuse to rely on the system that created our problems to solve them.

Jake and Maren have traveled the world interviewing experts in regenerative farming, human nutrition, carbon, soil, human rights, and the list goes on. You may even recognize some of the experts from the Sustainable Dish Podcast, like Lierre Keith and Nina Teicholz.

My co-host, James Connolly, has gotten to know this team as the producer of the Death in the Garden, and now he is interviewing Jake and Maren on what it was like to make the film.

This in-depth conversation covers:

- How James found Jake and Maren

- Jake’s time as a vegan

- Maren’s involvement with humanitarian projects

- How the film started out about regenerative agriculture and carbon but they realized it needed to be about more

- The problems with renewable energy sources

- Embracing death as part of the story

- How industrial civilization treats life like a commodity

- The next steps for Death in the Garden

Resources:

Interview with Lierre Keith

Interview with Nina Teicholz

Interview with Derrick Jenson

Silent Spring by Rachel Carlson

Peter Donovan of the Soil Carbon Coalition

30x30

COP26

Thacker Pass

Connect with Jake and Maren:

Website: Death in the Garden

Podcast: Death in the Garden

Instagram: @deathinthegarden

Twitter: @death_thegarden

Support their work: substack and Patreon

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode was brought to you by my new Sustainavore Course! Are you confused about which diet is best for your health and the planet? Are you feeling frustrated with quick-fix diets and conflicting nutrition information? Check out Sustainavore. You will learn how to feel confidant that the food you’re buying is the right choice for your health and the environment. The course includes over 7 hours of video instruction from me and 60 daily emails full of tips, tricks, and motivation to keep you going - plus lots of bonus material. For a limited time, I am offering special discount pricing so head over to The Sustainavore Course now!

Mallory Embree, Co-Founder of Native Microbials Jan 04, 2022

We’ve all heard about the microbiome and how important it is to human health. But have you thought about the microbiome of animals? Native Microbials is an innovative company that specializes in optimizing the gut bacteria of animals including cattle, chickens, and even your pets!

My guest today is Mallory Embree, Chief Science Officer at Native MIcrobials. She along with her co-founder, Mike Seely, started Native Microbials in 2015 to produce the next generation of feed supplements to improve the health, productivity, and sustainability of animals with microbes that are native to them.

Mallory’s love of microbes comes across as we chat about:

- How Native Microbials started

- What microbes can do for animals

- What the microbiome actual is

- Antibiotic resistance Native Microbials products can help

- How Native Microbials is different than just a probiotic

- The process for finding the best microbes

- The promising data on reduction in methane production

- How Native Microbials may impact the cell-based meat industry

Resources:

Robert Hungate

Research Paper: The Western Diet–Microbiome-Host Interaction and Its Role in Metabolic Disease

Connect with Mallory:

Website: Native Microbials

Email: mallory@nativemicrobials.com

LinkedIn: Mallory Embree

Instagram: @arksusdaily and @galaxis_native

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode was brought to you by my new Sustainavore Course! Are you confused about which diet is best for your health and the planet? Are you feeling frustrated with quick-fix diets and conflicting nutrition information? Check out Sustainavore. You will learn how to feel confidant that the food you’re buying is the right choice for your health and the environment. The course includes over 7 hours of video instruction from me and 60 daily emails full of tips, tricks, and motivation to keep you going - plus lots of bonus material. For a limited time, I am offering special discount pricing so head over to The Sustainavore Course now!

Food and Faith Podcast interview with James Connelly Dec 28, 2021

Our friends at Food and Faith podcast just released an excellent interview with my co-host James Connolly. The intersection of food and faith is often overlooked but it is important to acknowledge the influence of spirituality on what we eat and how we take care of the land.

Co-host of the podcast, Derrick Weston, is an ordained minister in the Presbyterian Church, founding director of the Food and Faith Storytelling Collective, proud father, husband, and gardener.

Every Food and Faith podcast episode begins with the question, “What is your geography?” It’s a simple question that allows each guest to talk about the food, the music, or culture that has shaped them into who they are today.

It shouldn’t be a surprise that James begins his answer talking about books and takes us through his life story starting with his time in the military, then heading a nonprofit in NYC, and ending up as a documentary maker.

- Learn more about James as he talks to Derrick about:

- The problems with nutrition in schools

- How James found my work

- Insight into how the current meat industry works

- How there’s a vegan documentary that appeals to every type of consumer

- Vegetarianism and the Black experience

- Seventh-Day Adventists and their influence on policy

- The Pigford v Glickman lawsuit

- The war with nature and how it relates to the Garden of Eden

Resources:

Archer Gray

Sacred Cow

Kiss the Ground

The Man Who Lived Underground by Richard Wright

Dust Bowls of Empire by Hannah Holleman

Ishmael by Daniel Quinn

Cows Save the Planet and Water in Plain Sight by Judith Schwartz

Mole Man

Transmilitary

Connect with Derrick:

Website: Faith & Leadership

Instagram: @derricklweston

LinkedIn: Derrick Weston

Twitter: @derricklweston

Podcast: Food and Faith Podcast

Connect with James:

Website: The Primate Kitchen

Instagram: @primatekitchen

Twitter: @jamescophoto

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Meg Chatham, and our editor is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

This episode was brought to you by my new Sustainavore Course! Are you confused about which diet is best for your health and the planet? Are you feeling frustrated with quick-fix diets and conflicting nutrition information? Check out Sustainavore. You will learn how to feel confidant that the food you’re buying is the right choice for your health and the environment. The course includes over 7 hours of video instruction from me and 60 daily emails full of tips, tricks, and motivation to keep you going - plus lots of bonus material. For a limited time, I am offering special discount pricing so head over to The Sustainavore Course now!

Sustainable Dish Episode 174: Fireside Chat with Robb Wolf Dec 21, 2021

My co-author and friend, Robb Wolf, and I are back again with another Fireside Chat (or is it a campfire chat?) where we get into current events and the latest research articles about food and nutrition. And despite a bad internet connection, we get into a couple of great topics this time.

First, we catch up on all the new happenings at Sustainable Dish

- The new website relaunch

- I’m hiring for a Digital Marketing Manager. Check out the job description here.

- The all-new Sustainavore Course coming soon. Stay tuned for details (full credit to Robb for the name)

- The shout out from Bear Grylls

We then get into why the “Less Meat, Better Meat” concept should die and cover these big current topics in research and the news:

- A new paper on how eating meat affects linear growth in kids and why it’s important. You can read more about the science on the Global Food Justice Alliance here

- The Starbucks “Justice Cup” hoax and a quick fact check. You can read the Starbucks response here.

Tune in to hear Robb and me break it all down.

Resources:

John Sapp and the Roam Free Bison Ranch

Bear Grylls

Captain Fantastic

Global Food Justice Alliance

Connect with Robb:

Website: The Healthy Rebellion

Instagram: @dasrobbwolf

LinkedIn: Robb Wolf

Facebook: RobbWolf.com

Twitter: @robbwolf

YouTube: Robb Wolf

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Meg Chatham, and our editor is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

Nick Offerman: Actor, Author, Woodworker, and Better Meat Advocate Dec 14, 2021

You may know him as Ron Swanson from Parks and Rec, or as Amy Poehler’s co-host in the reality competition series Making It, or as Megan Mullally’s husband. But did you know that Nick Offerman is also a passionate supporter of sustainability and the movement for better meat?

Many of you will immediately recognize his dulcet tones as the narrator from my film Sacred Cow. Nick and I met through a mutual friend and fellow supporter of regenerative farming, James Rebanks, and continue a friendship through our shared interests.

In this episode, I sit down to talk to Nick about his latest book, Where the Deer and the Antelope Play. Nick recounts some of his most memorable moments from his journeys and shares the inspiration for his travels.

Get to know Nick a little bit better as we chat about:

- Nick’s backstory and family history

- His inspiration drawn from Wendell Berry

- How Parks and Rec opened doors for new opportunities

- The good and bad of living in LA

- The necessary tradeoffs of living in the modern world

- The value of face to face interactions

- The problems with battling misinformation

- Nick’s current and upcoming projects

- Nick’s book recommendations

Resources:

Solid Sound Festival

The Shepherd's Life by James Rebanks

Wendell Daily Twitter

The Unsettling of America by Wendell Berry

Bewilderment and The Overstory by Richard Powers

The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben

The Man Who Made Things Out of Trees: The Ash in Human Culture and History by Robert Penn

Girls & Sex and Boys & Sex by Peggy Orenstein

Ishmael by Daniel Quinn

Connect with Nick:

Website: Nick Offerman and Offerman Woodshop

Instagram: @nickofferman

Facebook: Nick Offerman

Twitter: @nick_offerman

Podcast: In Bed with Nick and Megan

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Episode Credits:

Thank you to all who’ve made this show possible. Our hosts are Diana Rodgers and James Connelly. Our producer is Meg Chatham, and our editor is Emily Soape. And of course, we are grateful for our sponsors, Patreon supporters, and listeners.

A big thanks to Nakano Knives for their support of my work and the podcast. I’ve been using their knives for a couple of years now and I love them. They are beautiful, easy to hold, and a fantastic value. And just in time for the holidays, you can use my offer code DIANA for 10% off plus get a $25 voucher toward your next purchase. Who doesn’t love a new knife, right?

This episode is also sponsored by Paleovalley, my go-to, grab-and-go source for products that prioritize nutrient density in an industry that prioritizes everything else. Their epic lineup of products includes Organic Supergreens, 100% Grass-Fed Beef Sticks, Grass-Fed Organ Complex, 100% Grass-Fed Bone Broth Protein, and low-sugar snack bars. Visit their website here and enter the code SUSTAINABLEDISH for 15% off your first order.

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