Sustainable Dish Podcast
268 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 226 ratingsSustainable Dish Podcast is a show hosted by nutritionist, author and sustainability advocate Diana Rodgers. Learn about healthy living, eco-eating, and regenerative food production from leading experts in their fields.
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David LeZaks on creating a new financial ecosystem for regenerative agriculture
October 06, 2020 19:00 - 44 minutes - 36.5 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we talk with David LeZaks, a senior fellow at the Croatan Institute, about his work in regenerative agriculture finance. Croatan Institute is an independent, nonprofit research institute whose mission is to harness the power of investment for social good and ecological resilience by working at the critical nexus where sustainability, finance, and economic development intersect. Fortunately, some investors are taking a more altruistic approach to how they...
Dr. Adegbola Adesogan on the vital role of livestock within developing communities
September 29, 2020 19:54 - 43 minutes - 34.5 MBIn today's episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Adegbola Adesogan, a Professor of Ruminant Nutrition at the University of Florida, to talk about his research and the many roles that livestock play in a nutritious, ethical, and sustainable food system. Dr. Adesogan's work in developing communities focuses on improving livestock production and educating the public of the importance of animal products in a nutritious diet. His work shows that improving the nutr...
Dr. Sylvia Karpagam on the Malnutrition and Vegetarian Myth in India
September 10, 2020 19:17 - 47 minutes - 37.4 MBMy guest on this episode is Dr. Sylvia Karpagam, who is an Indian Public Health doctor, writer, researcher, and advocate of the right to health and the right to food, particularly in the marginalized communities in India. In this episode, we talk about: Causes of malnutrition in India, including the political and cultural denial of nutritious animal foods to members of their communities. How 80% of India actually eats animal foods and it’s a dangerous myth that it is a vegetarian country....
Marshall Johnson of the National Audubon Society on Birds, Beef, and Grassland Restoration
September 03, 2020 18:34 - 42 minutes - 32.5 MB"No cow, no grass, no birds," says Marshall Johnson, Vice President of the National Audubon Society and Executive Director of Audubon Dakota and Audubon Conservation Ranching. In this episode, we discuss Marshall's calling to birds and the prairies, the great influence of our indigenous populations on our past, present, and future grasslands, how birds are a strong indicator of the health of an ecosystem, and how we, as conservationists, along with well-managed cattle can call on our ...
Bart & Wendy Morris of Oxbow Cattle Co talk going grass-fed, direct marketing, and being married to your ranching partner
August 21, 2020 20:09 - 37 minutes - 32.3 MBWith the ongoing pandemic, small and midsize farmers have been looking for new and creative ways to get their products into consumers' hands. For Bart and Wendy Morris of Missoula-based Oxbow Cattle Company, that question was already on their minds many years ago. The duo constructed a store on their ranch property called the F2M, or farm to market store, that operates entirely based on the honor system. The Morris’ restock the freezers and let shoppers peruse, pick, and pay all on their o...
Edlin Choi on Leaving Tech and Big-City Life to Become a Farmer at White Oak Pastures
August 04, 2020 17:35 - 56 minutes - 44.7 MBIt’s not uncommon these days to hear about someone ditching city life to try their hand at farming. For Edlin Choi, leaving the city behind was a no brainer. After working for a variety of startups in both San Francisco and New York, Edlin found himself presented with an ideal opportunity to see his farm dreams come to life. Telling your family and friends that you are leaving your tech job and life in the city to start your journey to becoming a farmer can be daunting however. Edlin shares ...
Pilar Egüez Guevara, PhD: Transforming our broken food system through culinary justice & the defense & advocacy of traditional foods
July 23, 2020 17:31 - 49 minutes - 37.6 MBPilar Egüez Guevara, PhD is 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. You can find her on instagram.com/raspando_coco and facebook.com/comidasquecuran.com.ec.
Jon Venus: Physique athlete & vegan influencer on returning to eating animal products, striving to raise a healthy family, & adopting a more sustainable diet.
July 09, 2020 15:40 - 39 minutes - 30.5 MBJon Venus is a physique athlete based in Norway. Over the past 5 years, he's become a prominent vegan influencer on YouTube, Instagram, and his own coaching community, yet recently has made the decision to incorporate animal products into his diet in an ethical, sustainable way. In this episode, we discuss his experience transitioning away from veganism, the reactions from his family and his community, and his intentions to eat more locally and sustainably.
Happy Hollow Beef on Converting a Legacy Ranch to a Grass-Finished Beef Program
June 23, 2020 17:55 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBIn this episode of Sustainable Dish, we chat with Brandon Howley of Happy Hollow Beef, a multi-generation ranch in East Texas outside of Dallas. The founder of Happy Hollow is Chuck Howley, an NFL star who is heralded by many as one of the greatest linebackers in Dallas Cowboys history. After serving in the military, Brandon returned to the family ranch. One of Brandon’s first goals for the family ranch was to explore grass-finished beef and direct marketing to local consumers. Althoug...
Jacqueline Smith: On Being a Shepherdess at Central Grazing Co. & How Regenerative Farming Extends Beyond our Plates & into our Closets
June 09, 2020 17:57 - 45 minutes - 36.5 MBIn the latest episode of the podcast, Lauren interviews shepherdess, Jacqueline Smith, of Central Grazing Company. They discuss raising sheep, creating a 100% traceable leather supply chain, and how we, as consumers, can learn that farmers not only regenerate ecosystems, but can also provide food, clothing, and community.
Pete Messmer of Lively Run Dairy & Turning Farmers' Surplus Milk into Cheese for Food Banks
May 19, 2020 15:15 - 36 minutes - 32.6 MBThis pandemic has highlighted many weaknesses in our global food system, including food shortages and the need for more resilient, local food systems. For one artisanal cheese maker in the North East, however, these problems created a perfect opportunity to demonstrate how local food can solve pandemic-related food supply problems. In today’s podcast, we speak with Pete Messmer, Head Cheesemaker at Lively Run Dairy in Interlaken, NY, about how Coronavirus has affected his business. The...
Sam Garwin: On Regenerative Ag, Big Food, & Building a Better Supply Chain
May 05, 2020 15:25 - 45 minutes - 37.6 MBThe regenerative agriculture movement advocates for new ways to raise crops and livestock but what about the supply chain? In this episode of Sustainable Dish, we chat with Sam Garwin, a regenerative food business consultant whose role in the food system reaches far beyond consulting. Take a listen to learn more about Garwin’s personal journey from vegetarianism and software sales to her life now as a meat-eater and butcher, working with big food companies, and a little daydreaming abo...
Doniga Markegard on Regenerative Ranching, Motherhood, & Reconnecting with Nature
April 21, 2020 17:06 - 45 minutes - 38.2 MBRegenerative ranching is a balance between agriculture and nature, using mindful restoration methods and making space for the wild. In the latest podcast, Lauren speaks with Doniga Markegard, a wildlife tracker, regenerative rancher at Markegard Family Grassfed and author of Dawn Again: Tracking the Wisdom of the Wild and Wolf Girl: Finding Myself in the Wild. They discuss how to retain, protect, and restore the wild spaces around them while nurturing the "wildness" that's innate...
Jamie Ager on Direct-to-Consumer Sales at Hickory Nut Gap
April 07, 2020 18:59 - 41 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this episode, we talk to Jamie Ager of Hickory Nut Gap Farms outside of Asheville, North Carolina. Jamie and his team at Hickory Nut Gap have created many of their own supply chain systems to keep their farm running, growing, and accessible to their community. We dive into how regenerative agriculture goes beyond regenerating soil and our climate and regenerates consumers' connection to their food, educates them to the costs of food production, the challenges farmers face and how th...
Kate Estrade of Local Cooling Farms
March 24, 2020 17:33 - 54 minutes - 45.7 MBIn honor of Women’s History Month, our next podcast features Kate Estrade of Local Cooling Farms. In this episode, we discuss modern farming, the improvements on her soil's and animal's health as she's adopted rotational grazing and regenerative agriculture, farming with her husband, and the fulfillment she feels as a 1st generation "Farm-Her." If you are interested in farming or starting your own homestead, listen to this episode! It may be just the inspiration you need to take the leap a...
Audra Mulkern of The Female Farmer Project: Progress & Pitfalls for the Women Who Grow Our Food
March 10, 2020 15:53 - 39 minutes - 32.8 MBIn honor of Women’s History Month, our next podcast features Audra Mulkern, founder of The Female Farmer Project and forthcoming documentary film project Women’s Work: The Untold Story of America’s Female Farmers. Mulkern also hosts a podcast dedicated to featuring female farmers and providing a way for them to share their stories, struggles, and successes. Be sure to give it a listen and let us know your key takeaways!
Justin Butts: On being a top chef, soap maker, & farmer at Soul Fire Farm
February 25, 2020 18:37 - 37 minutes - 31.7 MBOur next podcast guest shines a light on black farmers in celebration of black history month. Justin Butts may be young, but he’s already accomplished an impressive resume. He’s served in the armed forces, studied at the Culinary Institute of America, and launched his own soap business, Butts Brothers, sourcing lard from the Kune Kune pigs that he raises. In his newest gig as livestock coordinator for Soul Fire Farm, Justin is working diligently to help the community learn more about ...
Introducing my Co-Host & an Update on the Sacred Cow Film & Book
February 18, 2020 17:23 - 31 minutes - 29 MBThe Sustainable Dish Podcast is BACK! I've been hard at work with book and film edits and the podcast has been a bit silent lately. Until now! In this new episode, I introduce my co-host, Lauren Stine, discuss why I chose to make Sacred Cow, and share my favorite parts of this film-making journey. We have an exciting lineup of future guests, so be sure to subscribe to your favorite podcast streaming platform to stay up-to-date on the latest and greatest. This isn't the firs...
The Truth About Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Livestock Production with Frank Mitloehner
September 17, 2019 12:00 - 46 minutes - 32.9 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Frank Mitloehner, a specialist in livestock air quality at UC Davis. Learn more about him in my film, Sacred Cow. This episode is sponsored by FOND Bone Broth, one of my favorite “better broth” companies. Their broths and elixirs are not only well-sourced, but they are delicious. Visit their website here and enter the code SUSTAINABLEDISH for 20% off your first order.
Feeding the World with Regenerative Agriculture with Dr. Allen Williams
August 27, 2019 01:02 - 51 minutes - 39.3 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Dr. Allen Williams a healthy soil consultant and rancher at Joyce Farms.
Beyond Burger vs. Real Burgers with Sara Place
August 23, 2019 16:17 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Sara Place from the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. We break down the components of life cycle assessments for cattle, and the impact on water, land use, and methane emissions.
The Stolen Goat with Lauren Manning
August 05, 2019 23:22 - 47 minutes - 34.9 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak to Lauren Manning about the theft of a goat from her Arkansas farm.
Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing with Paige Stanley & Jason Rowntree
July 23, 2019 12:19 - 47 minutes - 36.1 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak to Jason Rowntree and Paige Stanley from Michigan State University. Jason and Paige just published the paper- Impacts of soil carbon sequestration on life cycle greenhouse gas emissions in Midwestern USA beef finishing systems. We discuss the results of their paper, the impact of grazing livestock specifically- Adaptive Multi-Paddock Grazing , and why eating meat may be not as bad for the environment as we think.
The Carnivorous Diet with Dr. Shawn Baker
July 15, 2019 17:45 - 46 minutes - 34.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish podcast I speak with Dr. Shawn Baker, an orthopedic surgeon, multi-sport world record holding Masters 50+ Athlete, and Zero-Carber meaning he eats a primarily carnivorous diet.
The Vegetarian Myth with Lierre Keith
July 01, 2019 15:41 - 36 minutes - 25.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish podcast I speak with Lierre Keith, author of the Vegetarian Myth, about her experience being a vegan for almost two decades and her eventual transition back into eating meat.
Sustainable Dish Episode 94: Critiquing Moral Vegetarianism
June 17, 2019 23:16 - 45 minutes - 31.8 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish podcast I talk to Andrew Smith about his book A Critique of the Moral Defense of Vegetarianism.
Episode 93: Healing With the Meat Diet with Mikhaila Peterson
June 03, 2019 12:11 - 42 minutes - 29.8 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Mikhaila Peterson. We discuss Mikhaila's journey into remission from severe arthritis, chronic fatigue, depression and a plethora of other symptoms from changing how she eats.
Sustainable Dish Episode 92: Veganism and Mental Health with Dr. Georgia Ede
May 21, 2019 11:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBOn this epiosde of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak to Dr. Georgia Ede, a nutrtional psychiatrist. Dr. Ede studies the powerful scientific connection between food and brain health.
Sustainable Dish Episode 91: The Setpoint Diet with Jonathan Bailor
May 07, 2019 11:17 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Jonathan Bailor author of the new book, The Setpoint Diet.
Sustainable Dish Episode 90: Meat and Regeneration with Ronnie Cummins
April 23, 2019 11:00 - 44 minutes - 31 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak to Ronnie Cummins of the Organic Consumer Association and Regeneration International. We discuss addressing climate change through farming, regenerative agriculture education, and the needed alliance between vegans, ranchers, climate changers, and regenerators.
Sustainable Dish Episode 89: The Nutrient Optimiser Challenge with Marty Kendall
April 09, 2019 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Marty Kendall again about nutrient density and the Nutrient Optimiser Challenge. I followed Marty’s program in January and I learned how to maximize my diet for optimal health.
Sustainable Dish Episode 88: Dirt to Soil with Gabe Brown
March 26, 2019 11:00 - 31 minutes - 26.4 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Gabe Brown of Brown’s Ranch and author of Dirt to Soil: One Family’s Journey into Regenerative Agriculture.
Sustainable Dish Episode 87: Making Nutritional Changes at Hospitals & Low Carb Access in West Virginia with Dr. Mark Cucuzuella
March 12, 2019 12:00 - 47 minutes - 33.8 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Dr. Mark Cucuzuella about removing soda at hospitals, low carb on low income and, plant-based nutrition education at medical schools.
Sustainable Dish Episode 86: The Future of Food with John Kempf
February 26, 2019 13:00 - 39 minutes - 30.8 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with John Kempf about robotics in agriculture, universal basic income and a new food economy.
Sustainable Dish Episode 85: Ideological Anti-Meat Agendas in Dietary Guidelines with Gary and Belinda Fettke
February 12, 2019 13:00 - 51 minutes - 34.3 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Gary and Belinda Fettke. We discuss dietary guidelines in Australia and Tasmania, ideology and diet, the anti-meat curriculum taught in medical school.
Sustainable Dish Episode 84: Meat as Scapegoat with Frédéric Leroy
January 29, 2019 13:00 - 43 minutes - 31.2 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Frédéric Leroy, a French microbiologist and anthropologist who studies meat and society.
Sustainable Dish Episode 83: The Truth About Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Livestock Production with Frank Mitloehner
January 15, 2019 13:04 - 45 minutes - 33.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Frank Mitloehner, a specialist in livestock air quality at UC Davis.
Sustainable Dish Episode 82: Feeding the World with Regenerative Agriculture with Dr. Allen Williams
January 01, 2019 12:00 - 51 minutes - 38.3 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Dr. Allen Williams a healthy soil consultant and rancher at Joyce Farms.
Sustainable Dish Episode 81: Infrared Light Therapy with Brian Richards
December 11, 2018 13:00 - 41 minutes - 30.9 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast, I speak with Brian Richards the owner of SaunaSpace, the world’s first infrared, full body incandescent therapy portable sauna.
Sustainable Dish Episode 80: Circadian Rhythms, Stress, Satiety, Fasting & Longevity With Bill Lagakos
November 27, 2018 13:00 - 50 minutes - 36.5 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak to Bill Lagakos, author of The poor, misunderstood calorie. We discus several scientific studies that address circadian rhythms, stress, satiety, fasting and longevity.
Sustainable Dish Episode 79: Epic Solutions & Regenerative Grazing with Taylor Collins
November 13, 2018 13:00 - 50 minutes - 36.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Podcast I speak with Taylor Collins of Epic Provisions and Roam Ranch.
Sustainable Dish Episode 78: Beyond Burger vs. Real Burgers with Sara Place
October 30, 2018 12:38 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Sara Place from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. We break down the components of life cycle assessments for cattle, and the impact on water, land use, and methane emissions.
Sustainable Dish Episode 77: Ruminant Nutrition with Peter Ballerstedt
October 16, 2018 12:00 - 36 minutes - 37.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Peter Ballerstedt about the environmental case for read meat, ruminant nutrition, and the case for CAFO cattle.
Sustainable Dish Episode 76: Nutrient Density, Red Meat & Politics with Dr. Zoe Harcombe
October 02, 2018 12:00 - 42 minutes - 30.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Dr. Zoe Harcombe. Dr. Harcombe is an obesity researcher in an England, and the author of The Harcombe Diet.
Sustainable Dish Episode 75: Lance Pekus: The Cowboy Ninja
September 18, 2018 12:00 - 35 minutes - 26.9 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Lance Pekus, the Cowboy Ninja. We discuss life on the ranch, conservationism, and red meat misconceptions.
Sustainable Dish Episode 74: Marty Kendall of Nutrient Optimiser
September 04, 2018 12:00 - 45 minutes - 33.3 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak to Marty Kendall from the Nutrient Optimiser. We discuss nutrient dense foods, satiety, the insulin index, and protein intake and how you can optimize your nutrition with the Nutrient Optimiser.
Sustainable Dish Episode 73: Real Plans with Antony & Emily Bartlett
August 21, 2018 12:00 - 48 minutes - 34.5 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Antony & Emily Bartlett, the founders of of Real Plans.
Sustainable Dish Episode 72: Natural, Healthier Wine with Todd White
August 07, 2018 12:00 - 52 minutes - 39 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak with Todd White of Dry Farm Wines. We discuss wine farming in the US and Europe, and why Dry Farm Wines are a natural, and healthier option.
Sustainable Dish Episode 71: Compassion in World Farming with Leah Garces
July 24, 2018 12:00 - 55 minutes - 40.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I speak to Leah Garces Executive Director of Compassion in World Farming.
Sustainable Dish Episode 70: The Piggery with Heather Sanford
July 10, 2018 12:00 - 40 minutes - 30.6 MBOn this episode of the Sustainable Dish Podcast I talk to Heather Sanford about her homesteading journey and the development of The Piggery.