Technology
Dietitians defending farmers? Episode 83
Dustin Moore is a dietitian active in research, education, and public health communication who thinks it’s time for RDNs to circle the wagons around agriculture. His favorite topics of discussion include food production, agriculture, public policy, and culture.
Read MoreChemicals and doctors and food, oh my! Episode 77
Did you know soldiers used to carry flowers into battle to keep them healthy? Dr. Liza Dunn joins Michele and Eliz for a fascinating conversation about pesticides, nutrition, herbicides, and why doctors need to stay in their lane.
Read MorePharmacist talks food, drugs, & rural mental health: Episode 72
Do you know your pharmacist? Does he or she know you? If not, you may be missing out on a key player in your health care. In this episode, Michele and Eliz chat with pharmacist Jason Medows about the role he plays in his rural community and why mental health resources should be treated as…
Read MoreGrowing cranberries and sustainability: Episode 66
Cranberries! One of the stars of autumn tables evokes beautiful images, wonderful scents, and a distinct taste. We discover how cranberries are grown and harvested sustainably in this episode, plus why we shouldn’t be afraid of the “sugar” in these nutritious berries. We also learn how a cranberry bog in Massachusetts looks different than a cranberry bog in Wisconsin.
Read MoreSnakes, stigmas, & neophobia in the pandemic: Episode 62
What role does disgust play in our fear of disease? Why should we be careful about the language used to describe disease, such as COVID-10? Dr. Tyler Davis is back to discuss how exotic foods are associated with “otherness.” Neophobia (fear of new things) creates stigmas. These stigmas can lead to food bullying, whether related to COVID-19 or technology used in farming.
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