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Have you ever wondered where your food comes from? Welcome to the Pederson’s Farms podcast. Our goal is to lift the curtain on all aspects of the food industry, so you know more about what you eat. Hosted by our VP, Neil Dudley, a man with over 20 years of experience in the business, that worked his way from the ground up. We look forward to discussing agriculture, sustainability, transparency, diversity, philanthropy, and animal welfare from the perspectives of our consumers, customers, vendors, employees, and peers. You never know what you don’t know until you listen.
Be sure to check us out at https://pedersonsfarms.com
The Pederson's Natural Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Peterson (notice the "t") and Root & Roam.
In this engaging episode, Neil discusses ancient food practices and the evolution of human diet and health with Dr. Bill Schindler, a food archaeologist and primitive technologist. Dr. Schindler highlights the importance of connecting with our food sources and shares insights into how our ancestors thrived through dietary practices. He explores the evolution of human anatomy and diet, emphasizing the significance of nutrient density and bioavailability. The conversation also touches on the Blue Zones, the impact of disconnection from food, and the overwhelming nature of modern dietary information. Dr. Schindler encourages a return to instinctual eating and provides practical insights into creating nourishing meals and lifestyle choices as seen in his restaurant and educational initiatives.
Links
https://pedersonsfarms.com/
https://eatlikeahuman.com/
Dr. Schindler on IG: @drbillschindler
Topics
- 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Schindler
- 02:47 The Evolution of Human Physiology
- 04:10 The Role of Food in Human Development
- 09:14 Challenges of Modern Lifestyle
- 22:32 The Disconnect from Our Food
- 26:50 Exploring Apple Varieties and Consumer Choices
- 27:47 The Power of a Truly Nourishing Meal
- 29:46 Instincts and Modern Nutrition
- 30:54 The Role of Senses in Nourishment
- 31:48 Evolutionary Perspectives on Diet
- 32:59 Challenges of Modern Eating Habits
- 33:57 Reconnecting with Natural Instincts
- 35:39 Steps Towards a Healthier Lifestyle
- 38:03 The Complexity of Food Choices
- 48:12 Promoting a Nourishing Food Culture
- 51:46 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
The guest is Shawn Wells, a renowned nutrition expert and entrepreneur. Shawn has extensive background in biochemistry, his insights on biohacking and nutrition, and his experiences within the health community. Key topics include the impact of processed foods, the importance of whole foods, and the role of supplements. Shawn also shares his personal health journey, detailing the challenges he faced with obesity and autoimmune diseases, and how these experiences fueled his passion for nutrition. Additionally, they touch on the societal issues related to food education and the benefits of staying connected to the source of our food. The conversation is an insightful deep dive into health, wellness, and the food system.
Links
https://shawnwells.com/
IG: @shawnwells
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics
02:14 The Biohacking Community
03:55 Vitamin Myths Debunked
05:28 The Impact of Modern Diets
11:02 The Best Diet Debate
17:29 Personal Health Journey
21:50 The Power of Passion and Curiosity
34:37 Food System Misunderstandings
36:57 Conclusion and Resources
In this episode of the Peterson's Farm podcast, Tony Bartleson, also known as Meat Dad, shares his journey and expertise as a butcher, educator, and content creator. Tony talks about the cultural significance of butchery, the benefits of buying whole cuts of meat, and how learning to cut meat at home can lead to better quality and cost savings. He also discusses his background, how he transitioned from various jobs to becoming a butcher, and the importance of genuine, hard-earned skills. Additionally, Tony highlights his mission to make quality food accessible to everyone while encouraging healthier lifestyles. The episode also touches on the role of butchers and the challenges faced by the profession today, along with Tony’s involvement in charity events like Bacon Bash, Texas.
Links
https://www.themeatdad.com/
IG: @meatdad1
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics
00:13 Introducing the Meat Dad
01:11 The Importance of Food Education
02:01 Saving Money with DIY Meat Preparation
07:42 The Journey to Becoming a Butcher
11:19 Lessons from the Butcher Shop
13:17 Corporate Life vs. Personal Fulfillment
15:25 Earning Respect and Success
20:33 Knife Sharpening Techniques
21:18 Understanding Bacon Production
23:43 The Value of Healthy Eating
26:28 The Importance of Teaching Kids
27:45 Challenges of Promoting Health
31:23 Supporting Type 1 Diabetes
36:16 Reviving the Butcher Profession
40:41 Consumer Power in the Grocery Industry
41:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
In this episode, representatives from Forum Meat, Todd Winn and Jennifer Tyson, discuss their backgrounds and experiences in the meat industry. They share insights on where meat comes from, the challenges and intricacies of meat processing, and the importance of quality and safety regulations in meat distribution. They also emphasize the value of small businesses in providing customized services and how the pandemic affected their operations, leading to unexpected growth in new business areas like serving ranchers. The conversation underscores their dedication to delivering high-quality, all-natural products to customers.
Links
https://www.forummeat.com/
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics
00:00 Introduction to Todd Winn and Jennifer Tyson
01:28 Jennifer's Journey in the Meat Industry
03:57 Todd's Background and Passion for the Meat Business
08:22 Challenges and Misconceptions in the Meat Industry
13:22 Forum Meat Company's Unique Approach
24:18 Impact of COVID-19 on Forum Meat Company
27:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
In this episode of the Pederson's Farms podcast, Neil Dudley interviews Carnivore Ray, who follows a carnivore diet consisting of only meat, eggs, and seafood. Ray shares his journey of how he started the carnivore diet and the positive effects it had on his physical and mental health. He experienced weight loss, improved mental focus, and the disappearance of chronic knee pain. Ray also discusses his perspective on food addiction and the importance of not comparing oneself to others. He emphasizes that while the carnivore diet may not be for everyone, it can be a beneficial option for many. In this conversation, Carnivore Ray and Neil Dudley discuss the benefits of the carnivore diet and the misconceptions surrounding it. They touch on topics such as the importance of understanding different perspectives, the potential impact of food on our health, and the role of alcohol in a carnivore diet. They also discuss the preference for lean meats among women and the affordability of the carnivore diet. The conversation ends with a discussion about their favorite steaks and the reasons behind their career choices.
Takeaways
The carnivore diet, consisting of only meat, eggs, and seafood, can have positive effects on physical and mental health. Following a carnivore diet can lead to weight loss, improved mental focus, and the reduction or elimination of chronic pain. Food addiction is a real struggle, and it is important to understand that individuals are not solely to blame for their addiction in a society that promotes hyper-palatable and addictive foods. It is crucial not to compare oneself to others and to focus on what works best for one's own body and health. While the carnivore diet may not be suitable for everyone, it can be a valuable option for those looking to improve their overall well-being. Understanding different perspectives can lead to more effective communication and understanding. Certain foods may have adverse effects on our health that we have deemed as normal. The carnivore diet can help alleviate conditions like gout and regulate hormones. Alcohol is best avoided on a carnivore diet due to its negative impact on sleep and metabolism. Women's preference for lean meats may be influenced by societal norms and misconceptions. The affordability of the carnivore diet is a topic worth exploring. Ribeye is a favorite steak among carnivore enthusiasts. Career choices in the agriculture industry can be influenced by personal experiences and values.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background of Carnivore Ray 01:22 Reasons for Adopting a Meat-Only Diet 07:39 Addressing Mental Health and Depression 09:57 Challenges of Food Addiction and Cravings 15:28 The Concept of 'Not Giving a Rip' 24:35 Exploring the Benefits of the Carnivore Diet 26:55 Understanding Different Perspectives and Ideas 29:57 Gout and the Carnivore Diet 33:15 The Role of Butter in the Carnivore Diet 36:27 Alcohol and the Carnivore Diet 40:47 Preference for Lean Meats Among Women 41:41 Favorite Steaks in the Carnivore Diet 44:04 The Affordability of the Carnivore Diet 47:50 Being Open-Minded and Exploring Dietary Approaches
Recorded at the World Food Championships, Neil interviews Lee Ann Whippen, a seasoned pitmaster with over 25 years of experience in competitive barbecue and the restaurant industry. Whippen shares her journey from growing up on a hog farm to becoming a successful restaurant owner and brand ambassador for Pit Boss Grills. She discusses the importance of high-quality ingredients, animal welfare, and practice in mastering barbecue. Whippen also touches on the growth of the World Food Championship, the dynamics of being a woman in the barbecue scene, advice for aspiring pitmasters, and her advocacy for Pellot grills as a convenient option for both beginners and seasoned chefs. Additionally, Whippen promotes Trim Tabs Pig Powder, a unique rub developed by her late father, emphasizing personal stories woven into brand identity.
Links
www.pigpowder.com
Lee Ann on Instagram: @leeannwhippen
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
00:27 Diving Into the Life of a Pitmaster 01:18 The Journey from Hog Farm to Barbecue Champion 02:24 Understanding the Importance of Animal Welfare in Food Quality 03:31 Experiencing the Growth of the World Food Championship 04:33 The Competitive Spirit and Community of Barbecue 06:21 Tips for Aspiring Competitors and the Role of Quality Ingredients 08:43 Breaking Barriers: Women in the World of Barbecue 12:45 The Versatility and Appeal of Pellet Grills 15:33 Connecting with Lee Ann and a Tribute to Trim Tabs Pig Powder
Recorded live at the 2023 World Food Championship, Neil welcomes Brylee Johnson, the current Miss Rodeo Texas who is preparing to compete for the Miss Rodeo America title. She shares her journey in rodeo queening, her background in ranch life including rodeo participation and livestock showing, and her role as a judge in the Championship's vegetarian category. The discussion delves into her experiences with food, both in her personal life and at rodeo events, highlighting the significance of food in family and community gatherings. Brylee also touches on her understanding of agriculture and food sourcing, influenced by her upbringing and responsibilities as Rodeo Queen. Additionally, the conversation explores Brylee's personal growth, faith, and her perspective on competition and camaraderie within the rodeo community. The dialogue underscores the intertwining of food, rodeo culture, and personal values, offering insights into the multifaceted world of rodeo queening.
Links:
Miss Rodeo Texas: https://missrodeotexas.com/royalty/miss-rodeo-texas/
Brylee on Instagram: @brylee_lark
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics
00:27 Miss Rodeo Texas: Dreams and Aspirations 01:39 A Rodeo Queen's Food Judging Debut 02:26 Family, Food, and Rodeo Traditions 06:03 From Rodeo to Representing: A Queen's Journey 10:47 Navigating Success and Setbacks in Rodeo Queening 16:43 Faith, Family, and Finding One's Path 19:19 Reflecting on the Journey and Looking Ahead
Neil interviews Molly Blakely, a remarkable cookie maker from Alaska, who shares her inspiring journey of starting her business with just her last $150 and transforming it into a million-dollar product. Molly candidly recounts the early days of hand mixing cookies in her kitchen with her 10-year-old son, gradually building up her business while facing challenges and seizing opportunities along the way. She highlights the pivotal moment when her business gained nationwide recognition after being featured on Buzzfeed, leading to exponential growth and prestigious accolades. Through her story, Molly emphasizes the importance of perseverance, faith, and resilience in the face of adversity. She opens up about the role of her faith in guiding her entrepreneurial path and how her cookies serve a greater purpose by supporting various ministries and community initiatives. The conversation delves into Molly's mission to make a positive impact through her businesses and her future plans, including her goal to sell her cookie company and focus on other ventures. Listeners are treated to insightful discussions on entrepreneurship, faith, and the power of perseverance. Links: mollybz.com Molly on Instagram: @mollybzcookies Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics 00:00 Kickoff: Introducing the Unlikely Duo 00:41 Molly's Incredible Journey: From Last $150 to Walmart Success 02:59 The Science and Secrets Behind Molly B's Cookies 05:35 Navigating Business Growth and Embracing Change 06:59 Faith and Business: How Spirituality Guides Molly's Success 11:37 Expanding Horizons: The Alaskan Love Company 13:56 Overcoming Adversity: Molly's Personal and Professional Rebirth 17:31 A Concluding Note on Faith, Business, and Life
Chef Brian Duffy, a seasoned chef with extensive experience in the culinary world, shares insights on the food industry and its various dynamics in an interview at the World Food Championship. Having graduated from culinary school in 1995, Duffy has witnessed the evolution of the industry over the years. He has appeared on television shows like Bar Rescue and Opening Night and now operates a consulting firm, aiding in the opening of restaurants globally while also engaging in speaking engagements and entertainment ventures.
Duffy delves into various topics, shedding light on the intricacies of the hospitality and restaurant business. He addresses the common misconception about food pricing, attributing the rising costs to factors like increased food prices and elevated labor wages, particularly in the wake of events like COVID-19. Duffy emphasizes the importance of supporting local businesses, especially smaller restaurants that often struggle to compete with larger chains.
The interview also touches upon broader issues such as sustainable farming practices, the impact of dietary choices on health, and the significance of consumer influence in shaping the food landscape. Duffy advocates for a balanced approach, acknowledging the diversity of perspectives and the need for open dialogue in today's polarized society. He underscores the power of consumer choices in driving change within the industry, urging individuals to prioritize quality and sustainability in their food preferences.
Links:
https://chefbrianduffy.com/
Find Chef Duffy on social media at @chefbriduff
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
[00:00] Chef's background and culinary journey [01:00] Evolution of the food industry [02:00] Impact of TV appearances and consulting work [02:00] Misconceptions about food pricing [03:00] Effects of COVID-19 on restaurant economics [03:30] Importance of supporting local businesses [06:00] Dietary choices and health implications [07:00] Role of consumer influence in shaping the food landscape [08:00] Advocacy for quality ingredients [09:00] Challenges faced by small restaurants [11:00] Polarization and open dialogue in society [12:00] Power of consumer choices [15:00] Influence of social media and media consumption patterns
Paul Newnham joins the show to discuss food advocacy, sustainability and dietary diversity. The topics include beans as a nutritious food source, the importance of biodiversity in agriculture, and the impact of dietary choices on health. Paul believes in the need for informed food decisions and understanding food production processes.
Links:
www.gainhealth.org/paul-newnham
Find Paul on social media at @PaulNewnham
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
- [01:00] The World Food Championship, a unique food sport event.
- [02:00] Advocacy for beans, peas, and lentils and their benefits.
- [04:00] Paul describes his flexitarian diet and the importance of dietary diversity.
- [06:00] The microbiome, fiber, and gut health.
- [09:00] The importance of diversity in farming practices for resilience.
- [10:00] Exploration of the impact of food choices on health and well-being.
- [19:00] Small-holder farmers' significant role in global food production.
- [21:00] The importance of biodiversity in the food system for resilience.
- [23:00] How dietary choices can impact overall health and well-being.
- [24:00] The role of food as preventive medicine and its influence on health outcomes.
- [24:30] Emerging trend of prescribing food for health management.
- [25:00] The importance of understanding food production before criticizing it.
Neil chats with food enthusiast Danyel Buie about the profound significance of food memories, her culinary journey, and experiences as a judge at the World Food Championship. From childhood cake recollections to recommendations for Dallas eateries, they explore the joy and diversity of food culture.
Links:
https://danyelbuie.com/
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
[01:00]: How food intertwines with cherished memories and family gatherings.
[02:13]: Memories of a birthday cake with Easter egg decorations.
[03:00]: Danyel’s role as a master judge at the World Food Championship in Dallas.
[04:00]: A passion for food blogging and exploring Dallas's culinary scene for over seven years.
[04:47]: The significance of visual content in today's social media landscape for engaging audiences.
[06:00]: The beauty of simplicity in cooking and the value of quality ingredients.
[10:36]: Noteworthy dishes: boudin-stuffed green peppers and blue pasta with ribs.
][12:00]: A love for cooking, tracing back to childhood and family influences.
[13:00]: Mindful cooking, considering dietary preferences and nutritional aspects of ingredients.
[15:00]: Danyel's French heritage influences her love for Cajun and Creole cuisine, including unique dishes like turtle sausage.
[16:00]: Exotic foods like caviar, oysters, octopus, and escargot.
[16:55]: Crawfish holds a special place in Danyel's heart, representing her favorite dish and a nod to her Louisiana roots.
An ambassador for the culinary culture, Chef Jernard Wells is an inspiration for other chefs and someone for people to look up to.
Links
The book: Southern Inspired: More Than 100 Delicious Dishes from My American Table to Yours: https://a.co/d/dGSq6zk
https://www.hautecuisine.store/
https://www.threads.net/@chefjernard
https://www.instagram.com/chefjernard/
Topics
- [00:19] Introduction of Chef Wells and discussion about the importance of food.
- [00:39] The cultural and ambassadorial role of chefs.
- [00:55] The influence of his father, who was also a chef, on his career.
- [01:40] His role in supporting and mentoring other chefs in the entertainment and competition world.
- [02:01] Impact of COVID-19 on the restaurant business and the chef's personal experience.
- [02:50] Challenges faced by high-end and gourmet restaurants in adapting to takeout orders during the pandemic.
- [05:00] Discussion on the ever-changing landscape of cooking styles and food preferences.
- [06:00] TV show "New Soul Kitchen" and the idea of making recipes unique to individuals.
- [08:00] Importance of cooking at home as a bonding activity with family.
- [09:00] Background growing up on a farm in Mississippi and the influence of his father.
- [10:00] Chef Jernard's family, including his wife and nine children, and their involvement in the culinary business.
- [11:00] Recognition and award for Chef Jernard's culinary skills at Horseshoe Bay Resort in Texas.
- [12:00] Chef Jernard's new book, "Southern Inspired, My American Table," and the inspiration behind it.
- [13:00] Discussion on the perception of Southern food and the nutritional value it offers.
- [14:00] Appreciation for claims-based products like those from Pederson's Farms, emphasizing quality over cheap alternatives.
Jay Ducote joins the show recorded live at the World Food Championships to discuss his appearance on Master Chef and much more.
Links:
www.jayducote.com
Facebook & Instagram @jayducote
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics
01:31 Jay's Background: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Sugarland, Texas
03:00 Transition to Food World: Blogging, Social Media, Podcasts, Radio, TV Shows
03:37 Participation in MasterChef Season 2 on Fox
04:33 Winning against Bobby Flay with a Crawfish Boil
06:00 Cooking Experience with Gordon Ramsay
07:45 Life Lessons from TV Competitions and Set Experiences
10:55 Reflection on the Journey and Building Success Locally
13:29 Challenges of Offering High-Quality but Costly Products
15:43 Jay's Appreciation for Sustainable and Humane Agriculture
17:49 Sausage Making and Importance of Texture
22:05 Germans' Influence on Sausage Making in South Louisiana
23:23 Exploration of Cajun-Style Smoked Meats
The Walk-In Talk Podcast is hosted by Carl Fiadini, combining his culinary expertise and experiences to provide an insightful and engaging exploration of the food industry.
Links
https://www.thewalkintalk.com/
https://www.thewalkintalk.com/walkin-talk-podcast
IMDb
imdb.com/title/tt27766644/reference
intagram.com/WalkInTalkShow
TikTok
tiktok.com/@thewalkintalk
twitter.com/thewalkintalk
facebook.com/WalkInTalk.the.restaurant.lfe
Topics
00:48 The concept of Walk and Talk Podcast
01:53 The importance of gaining experience working in a restaurant
02:16 Challenges of catering to sick and hungry individuals
02:48 Carl's experience in the food service industry and changes over the years
03:27 Expansion into food entertainment and video production
04:47 Reaching a million downloads
05:48 Challenges and excitement of the World Food Championship
07:21 Advocacy for mental health awareness in the food industry
08:36 Opportunities for collaboration and mutual learning in the podcasting world
World Food Championships Founder Mike McCloud joins the show in a conversation recorded live at the WFC in Dallas earlier this year.
Links:
https://worldfoodchampionships.com/
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
[34] Recap of the bacon category judging at the World Food Championship.
[01:01] The resilience of Jack McMurray, a former bacon champion
[01:27] Dedication of competitors and the camaraderie in the food industry.
[02:00] The intense competition and the incredible dishes presented.
[03:00] Balancing the fine line of judgment in an uber-competitive setting.
[04:00] The three dimensions of judging: appearance, execution, taste (EAT).
[4:47] The difficulty of being objective
[05:00] The grand prize and the journey to becoming a bacon ambassador.
Howard Brauner and Rock Sun join the show to talk about exporting food. The conversation as usual covers where food comes from, how it gets from here to there, and the relationships it requires.
Links:
https://www.globalresourceproducts.com/
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
[00:46] China’s need for foodstuffs
[2:45] The importance of whole carcass utilization
[4:31] Chinese market is strict on food safety control
[6:43] Less sweet is better
[10:53] The specter of wire fraud.
[12:58] Sourcing for everything natural and safe
[15:56] Wrap-up
Recorded live at KetoCon 2023, it’s a conversation with Jennilyn Griffiths, an expert in gut health and a lot of other things. Not to mention a really high energy person.
Links:
www.jennilynfit.com
Instagram: @jennilynfit
https://www.facebook.com/jennilyn.griffiths/
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics:
[1:13] Childhood gut issues
[3:43] IBS is a syndrome, not a disease
[5:22] What an antibiotic does to your gut
[8:46] Doctors don't know everything
[9:22] A passion for exercise
[14:25] How you can you keep a good mindset
[18:49] ‘Just 'cause you saw someone on the internet lose 50 pounds, it doesn't mean that's gonna be you’
[20:14] Managing carbs
[24:09] Compete with your own potential
Dr. Lisa Wiedeman, optometric physician and a carnivore, joins the show to explore whether a carnivore diet is sustainable.
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Dr. Wiedeman: www.CarnivoreDoctor.com
On Instagram: @mycarnivoredoctor
YouTube: @carnivoredoctor
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics:
[00:56] Is carnivore sustainable?
[3:32] ‘It's not a diet. We're eating to live.’
[4:25] ‘Don't eat anything that comes in a box, a bag, a bottle, or a jar.’
[6:33] A daughter who knows she's doing her body good.
[8:05] Don't you get sick of meat?
[9:07] No need to be monitored by the medical profession
[10:18] Crisco and processed food
[11:40] The slow suicide of dementia, Alzheimer's, cancer, diabetes, hypertension, stroke.
[14:00] Lift, with all your body parts.
[17:34] Carnivore cooking videos
Today, recorded live at KetoCon 2023, a conversation with Chef James Barry about organ meat, a seasoning derived from organ meat, and generally where food comes from.
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Pluck Seasoning: https://eatpluck.com/
Instagram: @chefjamesbarry
Twitter: @chefjamesbarry
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics:
(0:30) Dinner was ready ‘when the smoke detector went off’
(1:12) Making comfort food healthy
(1:31) Cooking for Tom Cruise George Clooney[00:03:08] Make that accessible
(3:08) Organ meats: nutrient dense food
(4:46) ‘Empire of the Summer Moon’
(8:32) The magic pill is the whole animal
(9:53) Our pallets are the way to adventure eating.
(13:53) Our human body will do what it needs to do to survive
(15:34) A passion for improving the world
(17:29) Keto and other labels
(19:49) ‘if I bring it into my house, I'll eat it.’
J Gulinello is a health & wellness specialist and the founder of Perpetual Health.
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Perpetualhealth.com
Instagram: @perpetualhealthco
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics
[00:56] From classic pianist to biologist
[01:29] A decade of independent research
[02:24] What is mitochondria?
[04:47] The illusion of the grocery store
[05:57] ‘Food sovereignty’
[09:12] Convenience may be killing us
.[13:04] The FDA: ‘they're human’
[16:24] Eggs, fish and more
[17:02] Balance between diet and fitness
[21:05] ‘the door is open for the conversation’
[22:15] Allowing blood sugar to regulate
Today, recorded live at KetoCon 2023, a conversation with Nathalie Niddam, an expert in biohacking, health optimization and maximizing life. As Nathalie says, since the beginning of time, humans have been obsessed with not dying. But while we don't want to die, we also don't wanna be old and feeble. She joins the show to talk about this concept of health span over lifespan.
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Nathalie Niddam: https://www.natniddam.com/
Her podcast: https://www.natniddam.com/podcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/biohackingsuperhumanperformance/
Instagram: @nathalieniddam
Twitter: @nathalieniddam
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics:
(1:30) What is biohacking?
(3:56) A passion for peptides
(6:33) Nathalie’s origin story
(9:06) Misconceptions about food
(11:21) Life is a pendulum: looking back on fallacies
(13:32) Teaching kids about health and food
(15:06) The meat in the freezer
(16:42) Podcasting and inspiration
Today, recorded live at KetoCon 2023, a conversation with Dr. Robert Kiltz, a fertility doctor who runs one of the largest IVF centers in America. The doctor discusses a host of issues around fertility, including inflammation as the real cause of infertility.
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Dr. Kiltz: https://www.doctorkiltz.com/
Instagram: @doctorkiltz
Facebook: doctorkiltz
https://www.youtube.com/user/DrRobLive
https://www.cnyfertility.com/
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics:
0:48 The real cause of infertility
1:46 ‘I went into medicine to help people’
3:21 The specter of propaganda
4:31 The natural nutrition plan: Carnivore
6:49 We’ve been duped about fruits, seeds and nuts
8:27 Learning from each other
10:51 The declining population
11:52 Bacon, eggs, butter and beef
15:30 ‘Nobody has to fail for me to succeed’
Recorded live at Keto-Con 2023 in Austin, Texas, the guest is Dr. Ken Berry. He’s a doctor who wants to help people. The discussion is: Why carnivore? What's important about nutrition? And what is the real human diet?
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
https://drberry.com/
https://www.ketocon.org/
Topics:
1:27 What is the real human diet?
4:56 Is it food or not food?
6:12 Becoming a doctor
9:21 Humans are different
10:02 Being ignorant about food
12:47 What is pre-diabetic?
16:07 Type 1 vs. Type 2 diabetes
20:36 Slow death vs. quick death
24:00 Your word matters, your reputation matters
28:00 The doc embraces Keto
35:00 Changing the diet, and side effects
Dave Greening joins the show to discuss where food comes from. Dave has spent more than 25 years in the food industry and the last five with CROPP Cooperative, the co-op that has Organic Valley and Organic Prairie Brands.
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
More on Dave: linkedin.com/in/dave-greening
Topics:
(2:01) - Dave’s backstory
(5:25) - What the co-op does
(11:05) - The concept of regeneration
(14:06) - Manure lagoons
(15:57) - Where food really comes from
(17:21) - Why organic is so expensive
(23:49) - Preserving the planet
Links:
Pederson's Natural Farms
cupcakesbyjordanjames.com
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Jordan and her experience placing 2nd in the World Bacon Championships
(3:36) - How on earth do you make 2,000 cupcakes for one event?
(4:53) - Jordan’s family dynamic
(7:19) - Why do you bake cupcakes for a career?
(9:25) - How do you feel about animal protein?
(12:25) - Learning the ropes of the cupcake business
(18:19) - What is your biggest lesson in running this businss?
(21:46) - What’s misunderstood about where food comes from?
(23:59) - What do you do outside of making cupcakes?
(28:44) - How do you sell someone?
(33:06) - How do you approach intimidating situations?
Links:
Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Tendergrass Farms
Tompkin Paper
Nick Vos
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Richard
(2:00) - Why do you think consumers care?
(13:47) - What is the most important thing about where your food comes from?
(20:28) - How do we talk to people to make them understand the truth of animal agriculture?
(23:35) - Richard’s work in making sure medications & antibiotics aren’t being given to the wrong animals or accidentally leaked into food, etc.
Visit us online: https://www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Buena Vista Seafood
Land-based aquaculture
Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS)
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Joe
(1:20) - Who are you, why do you do what do you do?
(7:51) - Veganism, processed foods, and the seafood industry
(21:35) - What was your process for achieving this diet?
(28:43) - Do you agree that transparency is more productive in one’s industry than throwing shade on competitors?
(34:52) - Wrapping up
What does it take to steward the land and build up a profitable ranch like Big Bluff Ranch? This is something Tyler Dawley knows well. Tyler joins Neil to discuss the importance of and the benefits of regenerative agriculture. They discuss their passions, the changing nature of the ag industry, their experiences in the industry, and the power the consumer has on their businesses.
Visit us online: https://www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
bigbluffranch.com
HolisticManagement.org
TED talk by Alan Savory
Regenerative Agriculture 101
Power Steer by Michael Pollan
Big Bluff Ranch Organic Chicken Delivery
Topics:
(0:41) - Introducing Tyler
(4:02) - How long until you saw the rewards of regenerative farming?
(9:38) - Did you go to school for agronomy?
(11:13 ) - How do you feel about meat consumption?
(15:20) - What kind of animals are on your farm?
(21:21) - Do you adhere to any 3rd party raising standards?
(29:12) - The power is in the consumer’s hands & the real experience of life in this industry
(39:53) - Any last comments you’d like the listeners to know?
Links:
Where Food Comes From
Cody Land on The Cowboy Perspective
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing John Saunders
(1:26) - Where did you come up with the business plan?
(3:22) - Introducing Spencer Lomax.
(6:02) - What is the most important thing about Where Food Comes From?
(8:42) - How do you get paid?
(10:59) - What is the least understood piece of where your food comes from?
(18:57) - How is it working with your wife?
(20:41) - What’s your most recent education or failure or win?
(30:05) - what was the first company you founded?
(36:25) - Question from GUEST: how does a cowboy end up selling bacon?
Can your biggest strength also be your biggest weakness? For Jodi Taffel, the answer is yes! Listen in as Neil is joined by Jodi - multiple time winner of the bacon category of the World Food Championship. They talk about her competition wins, as well as her acting career, and being unafraid to try things until they work. The conversation doesn’t end there; Neil and Jodi offer some great insights into the food industry among other things. Listen in!
Links:
Jodi's IMDb
Jodi on Instagram
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Jodi
(8:58) - Jodi’s award-winning bacon dish
(10:52) - Where did you learn to cook and what motivates you to do this?
(13:19) - How closely do you pay attention to your ingredients and where they come from?
(17:45) - How do you deal with failure?
(19:50) - What do you think is the least understood thing about where food comes from?
(23:11) - Are you from the West Coast?
(24:43) - Jodi’s acting background
(29:33) - The difficulty of gaining attention and the importance of doing hard things
Links:
Greener Pastures Chicken
Virtual Kitchens
Rebel without a Crew by Robert Rodriguez
www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(1:03) - Introducing Diego & GPC
(4:40) - How many people do you think understand the nuances about chicken in our country?
(6:35) - How can you leverage the claims GPC makes?
(10:02) - Eating for a goal vs. eating for experience
(14:22) - The Sales role for Farmers and Ranchers
(17:11) - Virtual Kitchens
(19:43) - Why did Von Miller join GPC?
(22:44) - What’s your approach to branding?
(25:19) - Is there a specific breed of chicken you use?
(26:48) - How is the drought affecting you?
(27:11) - Certified Human claims
(30:12) - Diego’s career & a discussion about news/social media
(40:16) - Celebrity, fame, and success
(46:48) - Failure, Stoicism & Filmmaking
(1:02:12) - Will Smith and Chris Rock
(1:07:19) - What’s something interesting you’ve learned taking classes from Matthew McConaughey?
(1:11:54) - You can’t be close friends with everybody
Did you know that it is possible to make hot ice cream or snow out of food? At the World Food Championship it is! This week, host Neil Dudley is joined by James Murray. Murray has 40 years of experience in the industry, works for the National Pork Board, and is a professional chef. They discuss the incredible innovations seen at the World Food Championship, how Murray became a chef, and the importance of continually educating ourselves, consumers, and producers in the pork industry.
Links:
Pork.org
Porkcares.org
Porkcheckoff.org
The American Culinary Federation
The Research Chefs Association
Jim on LinkedIn
National Pork Board
World Food Championships
Topics:
(0:44) - Introducing Jim
(3:09) - What’s the secret to a great pork chop?
(7:30) - Trickonosis in wild pigs
(9:15) - How is the Pork Board funded?
(10:55) - Why is pork #1 in consumption globally but only #3 in the United States?
(13:34) - Claims-based pork
(18:57) - What’s your journey to becoming a chef?
(20:41) - What gives you your drive?
(23:24) - The science behind cooking at the chef level
(25:08) - What resources does the Pork Board offer?
(27:25) - What advice would you give someone to connect with the culinary community?
Links:
The Fit Boss on YouTube
The Fit Boss on Instagram
Jordan's Website
FitExpo LA '23
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Jordan
(2:15) - Jordan’s weight loss and mental health journey
(5:25) - What is your advice to people who want to approach people in their life about getting healthier?
(11:08) - Do you ever think about quitting?
(12:51) - When did you start choosing to change your life?
(19:58) - Are people in your family obese?
(22:00) - What was your mental approach to losing weight?
(24:34) - Mentors & Failure
(37:19) - Thoughts on different diet approaches
(43:40) - The Whole 30 Reset & 75 Hard
(49:18) - Wrapping up
Are you wondering what it takes to truly be successful as an entrepreneur? Caroline Fausel would say never giving up is key, along with a few other ingredients. Listen as Caroline joins host Neil Dudley to discuss Caroline’s Olive You Whole blog and podcast. The conversation covers healthy living, regenerative agriculture and the role animals play in it, and Caroline’s path from vegetarianism to Paleo. You don’t want to miss it!
Links:
Olive you Whole Podcast
PaleOMG
Danielle Walker - Against All Grain
Nom Nom Paleo
Neil on the Olive you Whole Podcast - Episode 38
Topics:
(0:30) - Caroline and her background
(2:01) - The Vegetarian Perspective
(6:37) - The world of a content creator
(9:20) - What would be the key to succeeding in this field?
(12:46) - What’s something surprising you’ve learned about food in your conversations with people in this space?
(16:25) - Why did you get into podcasting?
(18:49) - Can we allow imperfection?
(26:32) - How do you reconcile with someone who thinks negatively about what you do?
(29:32) - Parenting
What does it take to turn your company’s good reputation into a strong brand? Hard work is a good starting point. Listen as Michael Kiolbassa of Kiolbassa Smoked Meats joins Neil Dudley to discuss how Kiolbassa has become what it is today and the changing nature of the business. They discuss the ins and outs of the meat business and the priceless things they’ve learned in their years of experience working in the industry.
Links:
Kiolbassa Smoked Meats
Kiolbassa on Twitter
Kiolbassa on Facebook
Kiolbassa on Instagram
Kiolbassa on TikTok
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Michael
(1:53) - Michael background and his company: Kiolbassa
(2:53) - Why do we as an indsutry try to soften the term ‘slaughter’?
(7:19) - Why did you decide to go into banking?
(10:44) - How did you build your brand?
(18:09) - Would you prioritize marketing or sales?
(20:22) - Why sausage?
(21:14) - How do you keep the VC money out of your business?
(23:51) - Sausage as a sustainability play
(27:29) - How do you build a team?
Do you know where your food comes from, and does that matter to you? Owner of Nutrition with Judy and author of The Carnivore Cure, Judy Cho joins host Neil Dudley on the podcast to explain why it definitely should matter to you! They also talk about the power of our habits and fueling our bodies with the right kind of fuel. This is a discussion you don’t want to miss!
Links:
Nutrition with Judy
Nutrition with Judy on YouTube
Nutrition with Judy Podcast
Neil’s appearance on Nutrition with Judy
The Carnivore Cure by Judy Cho
Dr. Natasha Campbell's episode of Nutrition with Judy
Melissa Urban on the PNF podcast
The Magic Pill
The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Judy
(2:20) - The Carnivore Cure
(4:28) - What were you doing before all of this?
(6:49) - Chasing shiny new ideas in the wellness space
(8:13) - How do you feel about the importance of knowing where your food comes from?
(14:53) - Gut and Psychology Syndrome Protocol
(16:56) - Diets are an elimination protocol
(20:24) - Dieting and Autism
(23:20) - Where does your drive come from?
Have you ever heard of the term “greenwashing?” Nurse practitioner Cynthia Thurlow joins Neil Dudley on the podcast this week, and they discuss the greenwashing of product labels, as well as metabolic health, intermittent fasting, and nutrition. Cynthia has expertise and explains the science behind intermittent fasting in her book Intermittent Fasting Transformation.
Links:
Cynthia’s TEDtalks
Intermittent Fasting Transformation by Cynthia Thurlow
Cynthia's Website
Everyday Wellness Podcast
Paleo Valley
Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique
Beth Lipton
The Intermittent Fasting Podcast
Dr. Jason Phung
Robb Wolf
Dr. Ben Bikman
JJ Virgin
Dave Asprey
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
Ben Azadi
Topics:
(0:30) - Cynthia’s background and career
(7:23) - Thoughts on Doctor’s spending more time working toward nutrition solutions vs. pharmaceutical solutions for health issues
(17:41) - The limiting belief that women gain weight as a normal function of aging & the Processed Food Industry
(26:56) - Cynthia’s book & Intermittent Fasting
(30:40) - Wrap up
n this episode, the creator of Keto Savage, Robert Sikes, joins host Neil Dudley for a discussion about running businesses, transparency for consumers, and the importance of breaking out of the status quo in everything from nutrition to business practices. Robert has been a natural bodybuilder for fourteen years, half of which have been in a ketogenic state. Listen to hear more about his story and a “behind the scenes” chat about both businesses.
Links:
-
Keto Savage
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The Keto Savage Podcast
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Global Animal Partnership
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Pederson’s Natural Farms
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Cowboy Ethics by James Owen
Topics:
(1:06) - Carnivore Snacks & Robert’s Keto Brick
(3:21) - Robert’s Marketing secrets
(5:03) - How Robert became a sought-after speaker
(6:48) - How to not be mediocre
(9:29) - What’s next for Robert
(11:48) - 75 hard
(14:45) - Introducing Neil & his career with Pederson’s
(22:04) - Staying ahead of the curve with marketing, social media & podcasting
(27:27) - Pederson’s Products
(28:13) - The life cycle for a Pederson’s raised Pig
(36:59) - Ethically raising & killing animals
(47:01) - Robert on becoming KetoSavage
(53:05) - The Cowboy Perspective & What Neil wants to instill in his children
(1:03:01) - You can’t have bad bacon!
(1:06:02) - Trickinosis and Pseudorabies in Hogs
(1:08:19)- The Grocery Shop Conference
(1:12:25) - Wrap up
What is it like working at Pederson’s? This week, Pederson’s Lead Support Representative Jeff Hackett joined Neil Dudley on the podcast. They discussed Jeff’s experience working at Pederson’s, how he joined the Pederson’s team, and his Whole30 experience!
Links:
Visit us online www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Jeff & life working at Pederson’s
(8:02) - Jeff’s work, hobbies and life
(17:42) - Learning to navigate pandemic changes
(20:03) - Jeff’s favorite Pederson’s products
(22:03) - Do you feel pressured to do a Whole30 working for Pederson’s?
(25:58) - Talkin’ product!
(30:37) - Are you strict with your kid’s diets?
(31:08) - Does being a pet owner make you think about eating meat?
(33:31) - Wrap Up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
What exactly is an NFT and what does it have to do with bacon? Listen as Neil Dudley is joined by Ritchie McCord and Andrew Evans of Bacon Club. They discuss and explain what NFTs are, the simplicity of using them, and the partnership between Pederson’s and Bacon Club.
Links:
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Andrew on Twitter
Richie on Twitter
Join the Bacon Club! https://baconclub.io/
Topics:
(1:39) - Introducing Andrew & Richie
(9:58) - NFT’s & interfacing Web3 with Web2
(14:48) - When can people start buying our NFT and why should they care about it?
(20:59) - The hierarchy of the NFT’s & goals for Bacon Club
(32:00) - Attempting to explain Ethereum and Bitcoin mining
(38:17) - Wrap Up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
What does it take to run Denver’s oldest sausage manufacturer? Listen as siblings Melodie Harris and Steve Polidori join host Neil Dudley and discuss the ins and outs of family run Polidori Sausage. They talk about what it means to run a certified green facility, working with family, and the importance of hearing what customers are saying.
Links:
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Polidori Sausage
Topics:
(1:22) - Introductions
(3:11) - The work that goes into building a company focused on sustainability
(8:43) - What’s it like working together as siblings?
(12:17) - How did you evolve out of being a mom & pop business
(17:00) - How do you approach your marketing efforts?
(24:19) - Why should consumers choose your product?
(27:50) - Are there any new products you have coming out?
(29:57) - How confident are you in your plant-based sausages?
(32:02) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Can the food we eat be life-changing? If you ask Abby Scott, the answer is absolutely yes. Abby started the ketogenic lifestyle in 2017 and saw major positive changes. Now, her whole family is on the keto path and are all the better for it. In this episode, Neil and Abby talk about House of Keto, what led her to the ketogenic life, and, most importantly, what adopting the ketogenic diet has done for Abby’s family.
Visit us online at www.Pedersonsfarms.com
Links:
House of Keto Website
House of Keto on YouTube
House of Keto on Instagram
House of Keto on Facebook
The Magic Pill movie
Topics:
(1:00) - Introducing Abby
(2:38) - Abby on completely changing her son’s life with Keto & her approach to a family Keto diet
(25:11) - Thoughts on public school lunches, processed foods, changing diets & parenting styles
(32:15) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Beatriz Aranda
How often do you learn about the people behind the products you purchase? Well, that’s just part of the culture at Pederson’s. The desire for transparency doesn’t end at what goes into the products or even how the animals are raised. It’s the people that really tell the story. People like Beatriz Aranda. Neil sits down for a chat with Beatriz, a 15-year employee, to discuss the work she does every day. Beatriz shares how she takes pride in what she does and her joy in working with others from her neighboring town, with a population of just 200. She’s the one that takes the time to make sure the product you purchase looks good on the store shelf, and she does it with pride. Listen to her story and learn a little more about where your food comes from and the people who make it all possible.
Links:
www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Beatriz
(4:03) - What is your job?
(9:12) - How has Pederson’s changed since you came to work here?
(12:02) - What’s your favorite product we have?
(12:45) - Beatriz’s family
(14:12) - Thoughts on Pederson’s chorizo
(15:54) - How do you like working in a cold environment?
(18:09) - Final thoughts
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Dr. Mindy Pelz
What if you could reset your body’s health without spending a dime? Dr. Mindy Pelz firmly believes that our bodies can do just that through intermittent fasting. Listen as she leads Neil through the journey of what happens to your body after 13 hours, 17 hours, 24 hours, and beyond. But don’t think you can just jump in and stop eating, folks. That’s not a healthy way to approach anything. As Dr. Mindy says, “If you want to run a marathon, you don't start at 26 miles.” So how does one start, and what are the benefits of this way of fueling your body? Listen and find out.
Links:
Fast like a Girl by Dr. Mindy Pelz
Dr. Mindy Pelz on YouTube
Dr. Mindy Pelz Website
Dr. Mindy Pelz on Instagram
Everything else from Dr. Pelz!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(0:46) - Mindy’s background, Intermittent Fasting, ketosis & coffee
(4:37) - Why it’s important to delineate between men & women when talking about fasting
(7:13) - What is fasting?
(12:42) - The importance of sleep
(14:47) - What starts a fast?
(17:07) - Do you think about things in a holistic way?
(19:05) - 36-72 hours into a fast: What happens to your body
(23:11) - Assessing Neil’s health
(26:01) - Fixing your cravings via fasting
(28:00) - Can you fast too often? How long should you space out each fast?
(32:19) - Should one intermittent fast for the rest of their lives?
(33:52) - Thoughts on protein cycling
(38:11) - Breaking a fast
(39:53) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
James Peisker
What happens when a trained chef is dissatisfied with the quality of the meat on offer? In the case of James Peisker, the answer is simple: If want something done right, sometimes you just have to do it yourself. Neil talks to James about how he came to co-found Porter Road, a company where flavor, quality, and freshness come first. The conversation ranges from logistical to philosophical and everything in between. With sage advice from an entrepreneur that started with nothing more than an idea and $500 in a bank account and now runs a successful cutting-edge business—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
Links:
Porter Road Butcher
The Story of Porter Road
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(2:20) - The reality of being a business owner
(3:53) - The Meat industry is Smoke & Mirrors
(12:38) - Understanding the circle of life when it comes to eating animals
(17:10) - Fitness & Nutrition
(19:27) - What challenges do you face getting products to consumers?
(29:10) - We need more butchers in America!
(40:28) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Dr. Anthony Chaffee
What if eating carnivorous could help cure you of chronic pain, lower your risk of cancer, heart disease, and obesity and run your body more efficiently? Well, that’s precisely what Dr. Anthony Chaffee, a physician that specializes in neurosurgery, believes. Neil explores how Dr. Chaffee came to this belief through medicine and nutrition to his personal experience trying to find the most efficient fuel for his body as a professional rugby player. His insights have helped numerous others discover how a carnivorous diet can improve their health too. And he’s all about helping others, as you’ll hear from his extended stay in Bangladesh helping Myanmar refugees. Intelligent conversation and potential solutions for a better life abound in this episode.
Links:
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Alone Series
Thomas Sowell
Milton Friedman
Topics:
(0:30) - Introducing Dr. Anthony Chaffee & the Carnivore diet history
(7:41) - How do we reconcile differences between people who pursue different diets?
(14:11) - Does your physique help grow your audience and bolster your argument for Carnivore?
(15:41) - How Dr. Chaffee approaches debating anti-Carnivore people
(19:22) - Do you like the stance of the fact that it’s a Doctor’s responsibility to get people off medication?
(23:25) - The Legalization of Drugs
(30:22) - Dr. Chaffee’s service in refugee camps in Myanmar
(40:41) - Final Thoughts
The Pederson's Farms podcast is produced by Johnny Pdocasts & Root and Roam.
Have you ever felt that if you just lost weight, everything else would fall into place? Dennis Pridgen is here to tell you there is much more to it. Looking good doesn’t always equal feeling good. Dennis is the owner of Get Lean Journey, offering customized keto plans and fitness and lifestyle coaching. Neil talks to Dennis about the most crucial factor in his 195-pound weight loss journey, and it’s much bigger than just nutrition and exercise. Find out how Dennis left his depression behind and continues to push forward daily to be the best version of himself. If you’re looking for inspiration, this episode has it.
Get Lean Journey on Instagram
Links:
Robby on LinkedIn
Force of Nature
Epic Protein
‘Alone’ Reality series
@ForceofNatureMeats on Instagram
Topics:
(3:37) - How’d you come up with the name Force of Nature?
(4:58) - Robby’s career background
(9:23) - Why do you keep going through the punishment of startups?
(11:47) - Has it been easier building a team the second time around?
(14:34) - How do you educate a potential customer to justify a higher price?
(18:06) - What would you say to someone who says you’re chasing money for selling your first company?
(23:19) - What’re your thoughts on food products not being affordable for everyone?
(31:03) - Is Bison your number one product?
(33:09) - Final thoughts
The Pederson's Natural Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Links:
www.PedersonsFarms.com
Southwest Meat Association
USDA
Topics:
(1:19) - Jim’s Background
(4:53) - Using the whole animal
(8:28) - Thoughts on Price Fixing in the meat industry & becoming a trustworthy vendor
(18:29) - What makes Pederson’s Pork the best?
(28:42) - Why aren’t our pigs pasture-raised?
(38:03) - Final thoughts
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Links:
Global Animal Partnership
Anne on LinkedIn
Topics:
(3:21) - Anne’s background and work with GAP
(8:09) - What is GAP and why does it matter?
(13:48) - Thoughts on Regenerative Certification
(18:30) - Anne’s Sales Philosophy
(21:00) - Is blockchain tied to any of the technology you’re building?
(23:10) - How do you feel about Pederson’s GAP progress?
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Links:
The Market District
Giant Eagle
Whole Foods
Wawa
Topics:
(3:40) - Ed’s background
(5:56) - How are you able to juggle all of this responsibility?
(10:41) - How much parallel is there in your stores and Giant Eagle?
(11:56) - Ed’s ability to be nimble in trying new products
(17:13) - Product planning and purchasing methods
(18:40) - What makes a great vendor?
(25:44) - Ed’s buying philosophy
The Pederson's Farms Podcasts is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Links:
No Crumbs Left on Social Media
https://www.pinterest.com/Nocrumbsleft/
https://www.facebook.com/nocrumbsleft/
https://www.instagram.com/nocrumbsleft/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ1ctRWQLgMM707JDA6Q16A?
https://nocrumbsleft.net/
No Crumbs Left Table Talks Podcast
Topics:
(2:22) - Introducing Teri
(3:39) - How did you start No Crumbs Left?
(5:53) - The business behind No Crumbs Left
(10:18) - Would you consider yourself an influencer?
(13:39) - How did you come up with the name for the account?
(16:14) - Thoughts on Pronoun usage & Teri’s Podcast
(18:48) - What do you think about different diets and nutritional lifestyles like Keto, Whole30, etc.?
(24:47) - Neil’s goal with content
(27:45) - Teri’s sales and marketing mindset
(31:35) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam
Links:
Pederson’s Farms Online
Gustine, TX
Time Codes:
(1:21) - Luke’s background
(3:15) - Luke’s journey at Pederson’s
(6:13) - How are you finding people with great wok ethic as the plant manager?
(8:07) - What do you enjoy most about your job?
(10:36) - Thoughts on R&D
(12:28) - ERP Systems
(14:10) - What are some challenges you face in your role?
(15:56) - High School and College life
(17:32) - Fatherhood
(20:47) - Dealing with issues outside of work
(23:17) - High School Football
(25:27) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Southwest Meat Association
Joe Harris on LinkedIn
SMA on LinkedIn
Topics:
(3:20) - Joe’s background and career
(8:39) - The Southwestern Meat Association
(15:41) - Leadership philosophies
(24:52) - Vendor relationships
(27:30) - What’s it like up in Washington D.C.?
(31:34) - How Joe became familiar with Pederson’s
(32:55) - Wrap up and final thoughts
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Coro Foods: Salumi
Martinique on LinkedIn
Global Animal Partnership Pig Regulations
HACCP
SQF
Topics:
(4:17) - Coro Food’s background
(6:17) - How did you come to take over the business?
(9:05) - The Salami-making process
(18:11) - Pederson’s GAP approach, HACCP & SQF
(26:03) - What’s your favorite product you make?
(27:34) - What are your growth plans for the future?
(28:44) - What is your sales strategy?
(31:28) - Are there any tough conversations the leadership team has to have?
(33:35) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Welcome to the Show please find links and time stamps below!
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Southern Fried Skinnyfied by Paige Murray
BootsandBiscuits.com
Paige on Instagram
Topics:
(3:27) - Introducing Paige
(5:18) - Has food always been important to you?
(7:55) - Dieting within the Modeling world
(10:25) - Paige’s marathon training
(12:39) - Active relaxation
(16:15) - What’s your daughter’s perspective on exercise?
(19:13) - Paige’s diet and nutrition
(23:33) - Paige’s cookbook, blog, adapting to ranch life, and social media
(29:13) - The Kentucky Derby horse debacle, changing people’s perspectives, and the power of having a platform
(40:15) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
The "Salmon Queen" GiGi Ashworth is an example of your attitude is everything! Please listen to this conversation and consider the importance of attitude and food in your HEALTH!
Visit https://www.ketocon.org/ketocon-2022/ and use Code BACON for $50 off!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Gigi on Instagram
Gigi on YouTube
Topics:
(6:51) - Are Large Intestines optional?
(9:42) - Where do you get your resilience from?
(14:55) - Dealing with the lovers and the haters on social media
(18:34) - Did you picture your career panning out the way it has?
(27:57) - Thoughts on motherhood & fertility
(33:51) - Gigi’s thoughts on Pederson’s Products
(36:38) - What’s something that people don’t already know about you?
(42:12) - Final thoughts & Gigi’s Ketocon appearance
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Food Lies, doesn’t that title catch your attention! It sparks thoughts of curiosity, mystery, and revelation for me, and I am excited to share this conversation with the man behind the documentary. Brian Sanders is an entrepreneur and massive player in the food truth community.
Through his website Sapien.org, his wellness community, his Nose to Tail website, and his podcast Peak Human this man is driving transparency and education.
Fun fact: His degree is in mechanical engineering, and he makes his living in the film and health and wellness space.
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Sapien.org
Nose to Tail
Brian on Instagram
Peak Human Podcast
Primal Uprising by Michelle & Keith Norris
Topics:
(4:37) - Brian’s background and his Food Lies film
(10:22) - What got you into filmmaking?
(12:21) - The Nose to Tail Burger
(13:05) - The negative connotation around farming & ranching
(15:42) - Different cultural approaches to meat
(19:09) - Do you have any vegan friends you’d want to debate?
(21:36) - Why do you focus on red meat?
(28:45) - How do we reconcile skepticism with the rise of the internet?
(33:28) - Sapien
(39:00) - Wrap up and final thoughts
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Chris "The Surgeon" Sekeres, enough said!
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Ben’s Beef Bacon Video
Ben on the Pederson’s Podcast
Ketocon.org
Use code BACON for $50 off!
Topics:
(5:48 ) - Chris’ background & role at Pederson’s
(11:00) - How can we improve at Pederson’s?
(14:37) - Ketocon
(18:48) - Golf & stories selling snack bacon
(22:38) - Castrating a calf
(26:09) - Joining the Distribution Center
The Pederson’s Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Ketocon y’all! Do you know how important ketosis, ketones, metabolic health, carnivore, intermittent fasting, cold plunges, and exercise is to your health? If your answer is no or not as much as I would like then you need to come join the community at this event! In this episode, Robin Switzer founder and leader of Ketocon explores her story and offers some honest insight into what it takes to put on this event, for the community she cares so much about.
Fun fact: Use the code BACON when purchasing your 3-day ticket to Ketocon (link to website below) and receive $50 off.
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Ketocon.org
Q1 Productions
Get your ticket to KetoCon here
Use Code BACON for $50 off!
Smartless Podcast w/ Jason Bateman & Will Arnett
Armchair Expert w/ Dax Shepard: Jason Bateman
Topics:
(4:35) - Introducing Robin
(7:45) - Ketocon
(25:28) - What are you most excited about for Ketocon?
(29:50) - Do you do other events besides Ketocon?
(32:23) - Thoughts on podcasting
(35:36) - Dealing with shutting down KetoCon in 2020
(39:27) - Wrap Up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
More in-depth description coming...
Links:
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Ketocon.org
Use code BACON for $50 off!
Tiffany on Instagram
Topics:
(5:11) - Feeling better at 50 years old than at 30 years old
(8:44) - What would you tell people about the carnivore diet?
(11:07) - Thoughts on losing weight & polarizing diets
(20:06) - Mental approaches to food, dieting and exercise
(26:05) - Ketocon
(31:54) - Do you get opportunities to speak as a coach?
(34:04) - Ketogenic Coaching, Austin & BBQ
(39:52) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
More in-depth description coming...
Links:
Vi on Instagram
Visit us online www.PedersonsFarms.com
Visit https://www.ketocon.org/ketocon-2022/
use code BACON for $50 off!
Vielka on LinkedIn
Topics:
(4:46) - Introducing Vi
(9:56) - Why is Keto a passion of yours?
(13:14) - Stigmas around losing weight, eating properly & Vi’s personal weight loss journey
(32:10) - How do you mentor people?
(41:23) - Spanish & Ketocon!
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Banana peel bacon, Bread on top of Bread vegan beef wellington, and the idea that our human ancestors were almost all vegetarians are just a few of the myths Dr. Shawn Baker addresses with his TikTok Duets! Dr. Baker has a wealth of knowledge about and experience with the Carnivore Diet. He is an author, surgeon, veteran, father, and advocate. Listen and learn as we explore his story and along the way he offers great life lessons as well.
Fun fact: Dr. Baker has eaten primarily red meat for 6 years! Google Dr. Shawn Baker and see if you think he is thriving!
Visit us online: www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Shawn on Instagram
Shawn o Twitter
Shawn on Tik Tok
Shawn on YouTube
Revero
Topics:
(5:20) - Choosing to have a positive attitude & Shawn’s background
(11:19) - Shawn’s diet
(15:31) - Content creation
(17:47) - Do you pay attention to trolls?
(20:15) - Does carnivore work for kids?
(23:06) - Thoughts on fatherhood
(30:26) - KetoCon
(34:19) - How do you answer people who are against “animal cruelty”?
(41:53) - What’re you working on right now?
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
“Bacon Clown” has a ring to it, don’t you think? Do you have a friend, family member, or co-worker who seems to know just how to bring a smile to your face? We do!
Janie Hernandez is one of our packaging team members here at Pederson’s Farms, and she shares insight into what it is like being a bacon packaging expert. Janie offers ideas on how to improve our company throughout our conversation. We’re always looking to make the best better, and with insight like this, we can!
Fun fact: Lotteria is a popular game played at our company holiday celebrations!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(2:04) - Introducing Janie and her time with Pederson’s over the past 7 years
(5:41) - How do y’all manage bad days?
(7:16) - What does the new employee experience look like?
(8:41) - What’s the feeling when management comes in to watch the line?
(10:57) - What are some of your favorite things to cook?
(15:08) - Seeing the products in the wild as an employee
(17:01) - Volunteering at Bacon Bash
(19:34) - What is something you wish we could improve on as a business?
(27:38) - Janie’s role being bilingual
(30:44) - Advice to younger workers: You need to work hard!
(34:03) - Janie’s favorite Pederson’s product
Do you know how important trucking is to our economy? According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, "Trucks move 64 percent of freight by ton and 69 percent of freight by value—by far the single largest mode."
Linn and Will Owen run Linn Owen trucking, and they do their part to keep freight moving. This father and son team is a vital link in the “where your food comes from” chain. Listen as we explore the challenges they face every day, ensuring our bacon gets from Texas to New York and all the places in between.
Fun fact: I didn’t know this before this conversation, but the Owen and Dudley families likely did some cattle deals back in the day!
Links:
www.PedersonsFarms.com
Quiet by Susan Cain
Topics:
(3:46) - Linn & Will’s background in trucking and how they started their business
(13:00) - The Rat Nest of the freight industry
(16:14) - Parenting philosophies
(16:58) - The process of trucking Pederson’s products
(25:34) - What makes a good truck driver, and what issues do truckers normally run into on the road?
(33:40) - What’re the most dynamic things that have changed in your industry over the past 6 months?
(40:46) - Will’s background in mechanics
(44:09) - Emissions regulations across the US
(46:41) - Wrap up
During an inflationary period within our economy it seems too easy to implement a price increase. Does that create an opportunity that might not exist otherwise?
Sam Freedman, Founder of Mission Driven Foods, explores this thought and many others as we talk about what it is like to do business in this day and time. Sam and his team serve as an expert solution in the meat procurement space for several emerging companies. They’ve made it their “mission” to support sustainable and humane animal agriculture and reduce food waste.
Fun fact: Sam has a dog named Harold…My dad’s first name is Harold!
Links:
www.PedersonFarms.com
Mission Driven Foods
Sam on LinkedIn
Imperfect Foods
Topics:
(5:10) - Sam’s role at Mission Driven Foods
(6:46) - Sam’s career before MDF
(10:34) - Food waste
(15:26) - Thoughts on price increases
(20:14) - What intrigued you about the meat business?
(23:11) - What have been some great things about working with your family?
(27:50) - How do you balance running your own business and raising a family?
(34:28) - Final thoughts
What would happen if you ate nothing but meat for an entire year? It may sound different, but it’s a reality for those living the carnivore lifestyle.
Autumn Wagner, who goes by @__authenticallyautumn on Instagram, shows how the carnivore lifestyle is a real solution for her life. I ate according to the carnivore outline for 30 days, and in my experience, you might want to try it!
Fun fact: Autumn has multiple tattoos! Her best friend is a tattoo artist, so she helps out by volunteering for a bit of practice now and then!
Links:
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Autumn on Instagram
Check out all of Autumn's content
Topics:
(2:52) - Introducing Autumn Wagner
(3:54) - What was your diet like pre-carnivore?
(7:42) - How much research should people do before going full carnivore?
(11:47) - Thoughts on the vegan & vegetarian diet
(16:43) - How Autumn got into coaching
(20:04) - Thoughts on alcohol
(24:34) - How can people connect with you online?
(25:23) - How do you define the carnivore diet?
(34:07) - Autumn’s tattoos
(37:00) - Autumn’s experience with Pederson’s products
Can you relate to the struggles of being a working mom? Have you ever worried about what’s in the food you feed your children? Brittany Hayes is the VP of Sales here at Pederson’s Farms, and these are a couple of the realities we touch on throughout this episode. Aside from these mom realities, Brittany shares her journey from working as a nanny to one of our top decision-makers!
Fun fact: Google Air Bud World Pup 😊
Links:
Brittany on LinkedIn
Pederson’s Natural Farms
Topics:
(3:37) - Introducing Brittany, her role and how she came to Pederson’s
(10:44) - Thoughts on sales, working as a mom and being a user of the products
(16:36) - What are you most excited to be working on right now?
(23:36) - How do you empathize with Stay at Home mom’s?
(26:59) - What do you do to decompress?
(32:40) - What’s your “Big Fish” perspective going forward?
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
I know you have heard of a stockbroker, mortgage broker, and insurance broker, but did you know there are food brokers? Andy Epstein is the co-founder of B&A Food Brokers. B&A has working relationships with Key Operators in every aspect of the food service and retail industry. From large and small food distributors/retailers to airlines, health care institutions, commissaries, manufacturers, cruise lines, restaurants, theme parks, colleges, and even The Board of Education, they provide their Principals with access to the decision-makers. Andy and his team live in a super competitive market, and they thrive in a commission-based model. Listen to learn how this small-business owner navigates culture, change, and legal agreements!
Fun fact: Andy has a tradition of espresso and Sambuca in the office!
Links:
B&A Food Brokers
Andy on LinkedIn
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(2:31) - Andy’s family background and company
(9:43) - How do you create and keep a culture that allows the lifestyle you have?
(11:34) - Doing business between Texas and the Tri-state area
(15:11) - More on culture and the importance of face-to-face interaction in business
(18:50) - What is a broker?
(21:02) - Why we need to be able to disagree on things
(26:50) - What’s it been like running your business in this climate?
(36:50) - The broker’s role in the food business
(41:00) - Thoughts on Capitalism
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Raise your hand if you have experienced the painful truth of doing business during the Covid 19 pandemic. Can you imagine opening a restaurant during that time? Well, that’s exactly what Eddie Ledesma-Porter, the co-founder of May’s Eats, did! In this episode, we talk about their story, inspiration, and the community they serve. This restaurant is a powerhouse, and if you are interested in how a team can react the right way to a major disruption, this is a must-listen!
Fun fact: Eddie and I got cut off by a bad internet connection during our conversation. If it seems to end abruptly, that’s why!
Links:
Eddie on LinkedIn
May’s Eats
Global Animal Partnership
Empire Baking Company in Dallas
Natalie’s Juice Company
Rosewood Ranches
Visit us online at https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
(3:46) - May’s Eats
(5:48) - Starting a restaurant in 2020
(10:44) - Where do you get your attitude to always strive for better?
(14:38) - How do you avoid charging high prices?
(18:32) - The catering side of May’s
(20:11) - What would be your perfect catering job?
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
What is a Blog? It’s a regularly updated website or web page, typically run by an individual or small group, written in an informal or conversational style. I just had to clear this up for anyone like me who thinks the word blog is an acronym standing for something! Alex Young runs the blog Eat Style Dallas. It was born of his passion for his hometown and the food and style uniquely represented there. We talk about the importance of food, the hidden gems in Dallas, and how Pederson’s plays a role in Alex’s life.
Fun fact: Alex recommends the Dallas Farmers Market as a must-see!
Links:
@Eatstyledallas on Instagram
Alex@eatstyledallas.com
Eatstyledallas.me
Alex Snodgrass
Melissa Urban
Dallas Farmer’s Market
Oak Cliff Bread
Bishop Arts District, Dallas TX
Visit us online at https://pedersonsfarms.com/
Topics:
(3:10) - Alex’s background and work with Eat. Style. Dallas.
(7:39) - Learning to be authentic on social media & in business
(10:54) - How did you become so deliberate with the food you eat and being active?
(13:33) - Battling self-doubt
(15:28) - Thoughts on vegetarianism
(16:59) - How did you get into blogging and make it into a business?
(28:09) - Where should people traveling to Dallas check out?
(30:53) - How can people find you?
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.
Have you ever heard of a co-op consisting of over 100 ranchers–with every single one of them committed to sustainability and animal welfare? How about an honest discussion about the values of being USDA organic versus being focused on truly regenerative agriculture? Does grass-fed always mean an animal is pasture-raised and never sees a feedlot? These are some of the biggest questions in the industry right now, and Country Natural Beef Marketing Director Dan Probert and Manager Becky Faudree have seen it all firsthand. Both have served on Global Animal Partnership (GAP) board of directors and know what it takes to bring Step 4 GAP certified beef to the market. Country Natural Beef and Oregon Country Beef are part of an organization we look to for advice and keep an eye on for good ideas! Let’s just say we are friendly competitors. But the real story here is the transparency we are both trying to bring to an industry that has been clouded in mystery for far too long. Listen in as we lift the curtain and get real about what it takes to bring about real change, lead with diplomacy, and grow a successful business. Fun fact: Dan and Becky might have arm-wrestled an animal rights activist or two! Links:
Becky on LinkedIn
Dan on LinkedIn
Country Natural Beef
Global Animal Partnership
The Savory Institute
Topics:
(1:17) - Introducing Becky
(2:10) - Introducing Dan
(4:50) - Humane animal treatment and starting GAAP
(11:31) - Changing perspectives on animal agriculture
(14:42) - Origins of Country Natural Beef & Grass fed vs, grain fed beef
(22:27) - Does organic dictate humane treatment?
(26:07) - What’s it like wrangling 100 farmers and ranchers in a meeting?
(31:04) - Have you had to deal with people fudging their cost of production?
(34:40) - How much Country Natural Beef do you eat at your own house?
(37:38) - Wrap Up and where to buy Country Natural Beef
The Pederson’s Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.
What does a meat cutter with a marketing degree know that you need to know? The answer might surprise you! Pederson’s Director of Retail Marketing Ben Warren discusses how his indirect path to his current position has helped him gain valuable insights into our industry. Ben also sheds some light on the importance of food, family, and pasta! Let’s be honest here; this guy knows his way around a kitchen and the backside of an Instacart ad.
Join us to learn more about the real people working to bring you honest food. You will not leave without a few nuggets of thought-provoking knowledge!
Fun fact: Ben recently completed his 1st Whole 30!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Topics:
(1:06) - Ben’s career arc
(5:08) - Ben’s commitment to Pederson’s beyond his job description
(9:06) - Ben’s experience w/ Whole30
(16:11) - What would you tell your pre-Pederson’s self about the company?
(19:50) - How the podcast is morphing
(21:49) - Digital Retail Marketing
(27:06) - Wrap up
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.
What can you learn from an entrepreneur whose family’s business has been successful in the food industry for almost 100 years? How to help your business survive and thrive, even in uncertain times. From their start in 1928, through the Great Depression and now Covid, Ed Ruff is the fourth-generation owner-operator of Morrilton Packing, one of Pederson’s production partners. Ed understands how to create products that meet consumer demand and exceed it. Listen as he shares valuable insights that help keep his company strong and his approach to making delicious foods like smoked ham - because when we feed our families good food made by people who know what they're doing...it's something special indeed!
Fun fact: Edward has served as the President of the Southwest Meat Association and might be known to bring a little excitement to the party!
Join us to learn how Ed’s business expertise might help your business, too!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Petit Jean Meats
Southwest Meat Association
Topics:
(1:37) - Ed’d background and career
(3:05) - Surviving the Great Depression vs. what we experience today
(5:03) - How has Covid changed your business?
(6:45) - The Southwest Meat Association
(11:16) - Adding meat processing to the business
(13:48) - The farm to plate journey for Nature’s Rancher hams
(18:14) - More about Nature’s Rancher
(19:30) - Ed’s business philosophy
(23:47) - What’s one mistake from your career that you learned from?
(26:07) - Final thoughts
The Pederson’s Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.
Does your family ever argue about which restaurant to have breakfast at? Do you want to win that argument? Then you should try to gain a deeper understanding of YOUR favorite place! Snooze an A.M. Eatery is one of ours! Brian Whitson and Allen Johnson have a passion for greatness in their company, staff, service, food, and themselves. In this episode, they share deep insights into the challenges they face on a daily basis as well as the thought processes behind their decision-making. You can expect to go away with a better understanding of how this GM and Head Chef work together and what they value most! Fun fact: They have nicknames on their business cards! Brian the “Biscuit” Whitson and Allen “Apple Jack” Johnson!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Snooze A.M. Eatery
Danny Meyer Books
Simon Sinek Books
The One Minute Manager by Ken Blanchard
Topics:
(3:12) - Was it difficult to find time to come visit the Pederson’s Plant?
(4:35) - Introducing AJ & Brian
(8:35) - Bacon talk & kitchen war stories
(12:40) - The role of a General Manager
(14:48) - The importance of good partnerships & what working in a restaurant teaches you
(20:33) - What’s front of mind for you two at the store level?
(23:58) - How does someone become a superstar in the restaurant industry?
(29:20) - Thoughts on leaders in the Hospitality & Restaurant industries
(32:27) - Wrap Up & Final Thoughts
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.
Have you ever wondered if the foods you eat negatively impact your health and well-being? Have you ever considered trying a Whole 30 nutritional reset? If you haven’t yet, this discussion might change your mind. Erica Nkansah began to struggle with muscle and joint pain after her daughter was born. In an effort to pinpoint the cause, she turned to Whole30. Finding relief with this new nutritional approach, Erica began creating gluten and dairy-free recipes. As she felt her pain subside, she found her anxiety did too. In this episode, listen and learn as Erica shares her insights as a nurse, Whole 30 recipe creator for her website ThisAfricanCooks.com (@thisafricancooks on Instagram), and the importance diversity and flavor play in making healthy foods the entire family can enjoy.
Fun fact: Keep your eye on Erica for those plant-based Whole 30 recipes she is currently dreaming up!
Join us to hear more about how nutrition might be impacting you, too!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links:
Erika on Instagram
Erika’s Blog: ThisAfricanCooks.com
Whole30
75 Hard
Topics:
(1:10) - Erika’s Background growing up in West Africa & moving to the United States
(6:21) - Erika’s career in medicine
(10:29) - How Whole30 helped with Erika’s anxiety and joint pains
(16:06) - Erika’s Food Blog - ThisAfricanCooks.com
(17:14) - Thoughts on plant-based Whole30 & making food exciting for everyone
(21:58) - Why are people skeptical when it comes to changing diets?
(23:56) - What are some products you want to see from Pederson’s?
(26:18) - Erika’s advice on health
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.
An Employee of Pederson’s with a passion for our brand and the e-commerce customer experience – Robin Bouck plays the intricate role of conveying our desire to do the best thing even when those desires don’t always result in the best experience for our customers. She is a shining example of what it means to be a PNF’er!
Fun fact: Robin is an avid outdoorswoman who has hiked a good portion of the Appalachian Trail!
(1:02) - Robin’s background and career with Pederson’s while working remotely in Florida
(3:25) - Robin’s childhood and family dynamic
(5:31) - Building a team dynamic at Pederson’s
(7:12) - Robin’s current role with Pederson’s
(15:45) - What’s the most fun part of your job?
(18:32) - Is there anything that is a drag on your day to day?
(19:47) - What do you like to do outside of work?
(22:58) - What is the #1 question you get from customers?
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam
A customer who bought Pederson’s bacon – ButcherBox’s, Mike Salguero and Michael Billings are visionaries leading a revolution in how our industry operates. Their core values and the market's response to those values have made it clear they are certainly on to something!
Fun fact: Everyone at ButcherBox is named Michael…ok not actually true but I thought it would be a fun teaser.
www.ButcherBox.com
(1:17) - Where did the idea for ButcherBox come from?
(7:46) - Michael Billing’s background and journey to joining ButcherBox
(10:10) - Experiences during Covid-19
(16:18) - Prop 12 and it’s affects on Pederson’s and ButcherBox
(18:45) - How do you guarantee your product is what you say it is?
(20:06) - More on Prop 12 & Brand Building
(27:24) - How Pederson’s & ButcherBox got working together
(31:15) - Marketing Strategies
(41:27) - Final Thoughts & wrap up
Use the Code Mikesentme for $30 off at butcherbox.com
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.
One of our loyal e-commerce consumers – Tina Wills comes to the show as an experienced online shopper who has helped us to fix problems within our fulfillment system and website user experience reality. Through her transparent communication with Robin our e-commerce lead we are able to learn. We are willing to bet, her healthy lifestyle choices, and the fact that they are driven by health concerns within her family is highly relatable to you or someone you know!
Fun fact: This part got left out of the show but I called Tina the wrong last name at the beginning of the recording and we had to start over…embarrassing!
Topics:
(1:25) - Tina’s background and relationship with Pederson’s
(5:55) - The concept of buying meats online
(8:05) - Tina’s daughter dealing with Crohn’s
(12:47) - Recent e-commerce struggles
(17:45) - From a customer perspective, what else can Pederson’s do to make for a better experience?
(20:17) - Is there any product you wish Pederson’s would make?
(22:48) - The importance of customer relationships
(25:10) - Wrap Up
The Pederson's Farms podcast is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.
An Employee of Pederson’s keeping our distribution center on point – Nina Ortega plays that intricate role of scheduling, organizing, and verifying shipments in and out of our distribution facility. She is a pleasure to be around and most definitely a leader within our organization!
Fun fact: Nina is an avid knitter…listen to this episode to hear more about her heart behind this passion!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(0:52) - Introducing Nina Ortega & her role at Pederson’s
(6:11) - Nina & her relationship with her mother
(8:42) - Battling health issues
(15:12) - Supply chain issues
(18:19) - The Pederson’s workplace dynamic
(22:50) - Hobbies outside of work
(24:10) - A message to anyone interested in working at Pederson’s!
The Pederson's Farms Podcast is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.
A vendor of labels, boxes, and l-boards for Pederson's – Matt Malin, founder of M3 Packaging, displays the best things about customer service and what it means to truly build relationships! He tries to say several times in the conversation that his business isn’t complicated…I say liar!
Fun fact: Matt got fired and he will tell you…that was the best thing that has ever happened to him!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links
M3 Packaging solutions
Wins, Losses & Lessons by Lou Holtz
The Southwest Meat Association
Topics
(1:10) - Introducing Matt & M3 Packaging
(6:10) - What challenges do you face in your business?
(12:46) - How much do you deal with freight?
(17:28) - Having a ‘Want to’ attitude in every aspect of life
(21:01) - What’s the state of your industry and where do you see it going?
(24:17) - How M3 gets their products to the end consumer
(26:26) - Amazon as a competitor for buying box products
(29:39) - What drives the cost for base board?
(32:43) - Matt’s business is NOT simple!
(33:52) - The story of Matt starting his company
(36:40) - Where to find Matt & Wrap up
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A customer buying multiple Pederson's products as well as trusting us to manufacture their own brand – Jack Gridley is a veteran of the meat business who is truly a visionary in the space! Grocers around the country keep a close eye on what Dorothy Lane Market is doing!
Fun fact: Jack once offered me the keys to his vehicle during a sales call so I could drive to Nashville and go see Stacy (My future wife).
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(2:07) - Jack, Jerry and Mike’s background and careers
(10:52) - The Dorothy Lane Dynamic
(16:53) - Why are you only located in Dayton?
(19:15) - Mike’s secret singing ability, Friendship and loyalty
(22:35) - How do you build the next generation of DL Leadership?
(25:59) - Building a world-class culture
(27:55) - The importance of building design and in-store experience in Brick & Mortar
(33:36) - Thoughts on meat alternatives
(37:26) - Wrap Up
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A consumer of Pederson's products and avid fan of this podcast – Neil Dudley takes to Facebook Live for and episode in which he talks about the mission and design of the podcast while fielding a few questions from PNF’ers who tune in to the Live event!
Fun fact…The show almost didn’t get recorded thanks to a facebook app glitch in Neil’s phone…reboot and try again was the magic!
Visit us online www.PedersonsFarms.com
(0:30) - Introducing Pederson’s Facebook Live & why we started the podcast
(6:28) - Audience Question: What’s it like recording an episode with a competitor?
(9:50) - The Mission of the podcast
(11:09) - The steps we take for complete transparency
(13:43) - Audience Question: How do you think about planning who will be your next guest on the show?
(18:35) - The importance of customer trust & continuous learning
(20:37) - Building loyalty & final thoughts
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A Peer in our industry – Shannon Duffy is the Co-Founder of a company named Tender Belly. As luck would have it their story and ours follow many of the same paths! Save one difference…they began knocking on restaurants doors where we started out knocking on grocery retailers’ doors!
Fun fact: He and his brother Eric came up with the name for the company while working on an air conditioning thermostat in his house!
Visit us online at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(1:14) - Shannon’s background with Tender Belly and the origin of the name
(4:40) - Tender Belly vs. Pederson’s
(6:45) - Animal sustainability
(7:58) - Building Tender Belly
(10:42) - Growing from selling bacon to a ‘Nose to tail’ seller
(13:39) - What 10-20 years in an industry will teach you
(16:00) - Tender Belly’s take on the “Our Table” Theme
(19:26) - What’s it like selling a ‘premium’ price product?
(22:25) - Where to learn more about Tender Belly
Tenderbelly.com
Social media
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An Employee of Pederson’s for 8 years as of recording – Alejandro Hernandez is our Kitchen Supervisor. He has worked in almost every department of our production facility and his leadership and work ethic sets the standard for what it takes to be a true PNF’er!
Fun fact…Alejandro dressed up for Halloween for the first time in 2021…he went as Zorro!
Visit us at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(1:07) - Alejandro’s background & journey to Pederson’s
(5:24) - Alejandro’s work ethic & his
progression through Pederson’s
(14:33) - Prepping the famous Bacon!
(17:00) - Alejandro’s Day to day
(23:00) - What’s your favorite part of the job? Are there bad days?
(27:15) - How do you feel about animal welfare and its impact on your role?
(33:43) - Thoughts on auditors & quality assurance
(38:20) - Wrap Up
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A vendor bringing the value of Ozone to Pedersons – Jason Storey works for a company called Scan America Corporation which represents an equipment manufacturer named Jimco! Through the use of this equipment we have been able to do a better job of sanitizing our plant and preventing the spread of Covid! If you own a plant this is a conversation you will not want to miss!
Fun fact: Jason is a fan of the argyle sweater
Visit us at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(1:20) - Jason’s background and career
(2:50) - Relationship building, Sales and professionalism
(4:42) - How Jason got into sales & sales philosophies
(7:59) - How Jason and Bert have helped Pederson’s & a discussion on the process of Disinfecting the Pederson’s plant to keep everything clean
(22:05) - How did the pandemic affect your Ozone technology?
(27:44) - Where can people learn about Ozone technology?
www.Jimco.dk
Scan American Corp
(28:39) - How Ozone is made and how they implement them into businesses
(37:59) - The maintenance costs of the Ozone machine
(40:22) - Wrap up
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A customer buying multiple Pedersons products for direct to consumer delivery – Joe Heitzeberg founded a company named Crowd Cow in 2015, which believes that taste, transparency, and convenience should not be mutually exclusive!
Fun fact: Joe’s inspiration for the company was his son! He wanted to feel good about the meat he was feeding him!
Visit us at www.PedersonsFarms.com
(2:29) - How Joe got into selling beef and starting Crowd Cow
CrowdCow.com
(7:31) - Learning the story behind the labels and stereotypes of beef
(8:40) - “Our Table”
(13:46) - What’s the best way to cook a steak?
(18:17) - What was it like eating A5 for the first time?
(22:17) - Thoughts on pork chops & properly preparing meat
(25:40) - What’s the biggest problem you’re trying to solve in your business?
(30:18) - Wrap Up
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A Consumer of Pederson’s products – Robb Wolf, is a former research biochemist and 2X New York Times/Wall Street Journal Best-selling author of The Paleo Solution and Wired To Eat. He and co-author Diana Rodgers recently released their book, Sacred Cow, which explains why well-raised meat is good for us and good for the planet. Robb has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people around the world via his top-ranked Itunes podcast, books and seminars. He’s known for his direct approach and ability to distill and synthesize information to make the complicated stuff easier to understand.
He holds a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu…just sayin…might not wanna mess with him 😊!
Visit us at www.PedersonsFarms.com
Links
Healthy Rebellion Podcast
LMNT Electrolytes
The OWL Google Update
The Social Dilemma
KetoGains
Robb's Books & Products
Time Codes
(1:15) - Origins of The Healthy Rebellion
(9:19) - Robb’s willingness to stand up to the internet Mob and cultivate conversation
(12:09) - Element Electrolytes
(18:49) - Robb’s thoughts on meats in the Pederson’s product line
(25:04) - Robb’s thoughts on balancing diets for kids with meat
(28:26) - Jiu Jitsu
(32:18) - Cold Plunging
(35:13) - Wrap Up and final thoughts
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Employees of Pederson’s driving production up time – Gary Hollis and Henry Vance work on our maintenance team and share a passion for machinery…more specifically the puzzles those pieces of equipment challenge them with! These guys are key to what we do at Pederson’s we are excited to share their perspective!
Fun fact: I would have bet big money these guys would have been hard to get to talk…it goes to show you when you are talking about someone’s passion you will definitely find engagement!
(1:51) - Introducing Gary and Henry
(2:44) - Gary’s history with Pederson’s
(5:42) - Henry’s history with Pederson’s
(7:37) - The importance of the maintenance team
(9:42) - The most fun and most frustrating equipment to work on and dealing with discouragement
(14:00) - Introverted vs. Extroverted in work & the team dynamic at Pederson’s
(18:28) - Working with great vendors
(19:59) - Continuing education on equipment & changes during the pandemic
(22:08) - Wrap Up
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A vendor/advisor helping guide Pederson’s E-commerce strategy – Travis Rudolph proves to be a valuable sounding board as well as leader when we are talking all things Amazon and our product presence online!
Fun fact: Travis and Cody went to Texas A&M together…waaaayyyy back in the day!
(0:57) - Introducing Travis and his thoughts on e-commerce & Amazon
(2:30) - Travis’ career background
(5:17) - The New Item launch process and its application to e-commerce
(8:58) - Pederson’s journey into e-commerce and Travis’ thoughts on solving fulfillment problems
(12:17) - Alibabba and Amazon competitors
(15:45) - Brand’s need to build trust with customers
(17:06) - Travis’ thoughts on being a consultant and Pederson’s unique challenges
(27:22) - Wrap Up & How to think about your customer
See Pedersons on Amazon HERE
Learn more about Travis's business Trek Strategy HERE
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A customer using Pederson’s bacon ends and pieces – Heidi Orrock (Diestel) might qualify more as a peer than a customer but we are so proud of the fact that she is using our bacon in her turkey burgers we just had to put her in the customer category! Heidi is a member of a family farming business that began raising turkeys in 1949 and a champion for their no compromise approach!
Fun fact: Heidi has probably done north of 1000 product demonstrations in her life! That has to be a big reason she relates so well with the Diestel consumers!
(1:36) - What led you to put bacon into turkey burgers?
(4:44) - How do you think about brand building?
(6:02) - Thoughts on animal treatment/cruelty
(14:27) - How do you think about sustainability?
(25:06) - Heirloom Turkeys
(27:04) - Heidi’s experience with product demonstrations and it’s relation to understanding the customer
(30:53) - Wrap Up
Go here to learn more about Diestel Turkey Ranch
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One of our most trusted consumers – Maria Emmerich has been telling the story of protein’s role in nutrition and health for years! She is an international bestselling author as well as a world class speaker. She specializes in autoimmune disorders and says “My goal is to help transform people’s lives and start living again!”
Fun fact: Check out ketocondo.com…
(2:08) - What got you into this world of Keto?
Check out Maria's books here
(4:36) - Maria’s Coaching and resources
KetoMaria.com
(5:14) - Why do you love Pederson’s products?
(7:13) - The issue with Sugar
(10:10) - The stigma around the word “Keto”, “Natural” and the power behind protein
(12:23) - Maria’s husband going on the Carnivore diet
(14:11) - Maria’s Beef recommendations
(15:29) - Humane animal treatment
(17:01) - Paddle boarding with Whales
(18:20) - Getting clients off medication via diet change
(21:19) - The importance of Pederson’s partners
(23:00) - Getting our kids off sugar
(25:41) - The obesity problem and fat shaming
(28:46) - Maria’s story of adopting her sons
(31:08) - Wrap Up
(32:00) Maria’s resources and how to get in touch with her
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The 1st family of Pederson’s – Cody (President) and Chrissy (Office Manager) Lane have been making the wheels turn around here for a long time…over 20 years to be exact! They both played a big role in founding Bacon Bash Texas and you can still find them working their tails of throughout the year and on the 3rd weekend in October making sure the event continues to be Bigger, Badder, and Baconier!
Fun fact: Cody and Chrissy were high school sweet hearts…and if Chrissy had not sent in a job application to Pederson’s on Cody’s behalf he might still be a day working cowboy!
(2:35) - How Chrissy ended up at Pederson’s and her role evolving
(6:29) - Cody on Bacon Bash
(10:07) - Making calls to scholarship recipients & The charitable outcomes of Bacon Bash
(12:57) - Cody & Chrissy’s working relationship
(16:01) - What’s next for Pederson’s?
(20:05) - Wrap Up
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A vendor keeping Pederson’s COLD – Cleve Simpson and his team at Cooltime Refrigeration supports our plant, company, products, and brand by keeping our large number of freon cooling and freezing units operational. His experience, engineering, and customer support make him one of those vendors we most appreciate.
Fun fact: Cleve and Cooltime have been sponsors and attendees of Bacon Bash Texas for most of our events…we flat couldn’t do what we do without their loyal support!
(2:22) - Cleve and his career background in refrigeration
(4:27) - What’s the most frustrating thing in your industry right now?
(7:52) - Cleve’s Inventor mentality and Cooltime’s & Pederson’s commitment to quality
(11:11) Bacon Bash Texas!
(13:15) - Wrap Up
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A customer using Pederson’s products in his restaurant – Cowboy Chef Mike Newton displays his culinary skill in Stephenville, TX at his restaurant, Newton at THE CELLAR. Chef Newton sits on the final table judging panel at Bacon Bash Texas and always seems to find a way to raise just a little more $$$$.
Fun fact: Cowboy Chef Newton was a contestant on MasterChef season 8…those Damn Caviar!
(1:41) - Introducing Chef Newton & Newton at the Cellar
(5:28) - What makes local suppliers important to you?
(8:07) - The future or agriculture
(9:39) - The balance of local growers & high quality product
(12:24) - Pederson’s striving to be a resource to their vendors
(13:53) - People won’t remember what you said but how you made them feel
(14:30) - Creating the aesthetic of a restaurant
(17:08) - How is Newton as the Cellar navigating the world today to stay in business?
(19:45) - The importance of sustainability
(20:52) - Chef Newton’s incredible Palate
(23:42) - Bacon Bash Texas!
(25:56) - Mike’s early life and mistakes he made
(26:45) - Pederson’s goal of sharing information to everyone and highlighting our amazing partners
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Loyal consumers of bacon at Bacon Bash Texas – Owen and Sandi Carlson represent what is best in humanity. They live through tough realities with love and a heart for others. Pederson’s is honored to dedicate a month of the podcast to Bacon Bash Texas and all it stands for!
Fun fact: Owen and Sandi founded Niki Warms the Cold in honor of their daughter Niki Carlson and spend much of their time making sure the needy, across Texas, know they are seen and have a coat or blanket to keep warm!
(1:50) - Owen and Sandi Introductions
(3:38) - Bacon Bash 2021
www.BaconBashTexas.com
(4:18) - The story behind Niki Warms the Cold
Nicki Warms the Cold on Facebook
(11:46) - Why is Bacon Bash supporting Type 1 Diabetes?
(14:07) - Continuous Glucose Monitors to help those with Type 1 Diabetes
(14:57) - The Horny Toad
(16:12) - Cranfills Gap, TX
(17:17) - What happens at Bacon Bash?
(19:29) - Hooty-Hoo!
(22:36) - Advice for those struggling with the loss of a child
(25:27) - Wrap Up
A Peer in our industry – DPM (David Paul Miller) is the Chief Sales Officer at The New Primal, a brand with Whole30 compliant products and a kindred spirit! As you might expect as the CSO he has a broad understanding of the industry, buyers, consumers, and how his brand brings value!
Fun fact: He once commandeered a button-down shirt from the hotel he was staying in because his luggage didn’t make the trip across the country with him in time for his meeting. So, he wore a shirt that said “Inn By The Sea La Jolla CA” to a meeting 😂
Check out the Whole30 Approved Program Here
(3:10) - The story of “DPM” and thoughts on Personal Branding
(6:15) - Behind the scenes of The New Primal
(12:30) - Who’s your biggest competitors and how do you differentiate?
(16:56) - How TNP brings new products to market & The Whole30 Theme
(26:23) - The importance of being collaborative partners with retailers & How DPM pitches retailers
(31:15) - AIP: Auto-immune Protocol
(35:19) - Growth plans for The New Primal
(37:36) - Do you still feel like a startup?
(44:50) - The New Primal’s newest products
(48:35) - What are your buyers’ biggest pain points?
(57:18) - Wrap Up
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An Employee of Pederson’s for 11 years as of recording – AJ Flinn is our Internal Operations Coordinator. She is our go to expert for Label Compliance, Nutritional Fact panels, and IT/Network/Software/Hardware solutions. Her input drives much of our decision making and her experience makes her one of the best in the industry!
She has done 1.5 Whole30s…yes we know there is no such thing as doing a .5 Whole30…we forgive her!
Check out the Whole30 Approved Program Here
(1:56) - AJ’s background and the value she brings to the team
(3:59) - What do you wish consumers and customers knew about your work
(5:39) - How AJ came to Pederson’s
(7:28) - How the natural farming industry has changed & butting heads
(8:33) - Nutritional Facts Panels and how they’re written
(12:17) - Who is the ‘Nutritional Police’?
(13:17) - What are the most common questions you get from customers and vendors?
(15:06) - Investing in Employee talent & Working with great vendors
(17:55) - Whole30
(21:32) - Are consumers getting more interested in what’s in their food and where it came from?
(24:51) - What’s your favorite thing about PNF
(25:34) - What’s your least favorite thing about PNF?
(28:21) - Wrap Up & words of encouragement
USDA Labeling Regulations
Pederson's Natural Farms
A Vendor providing farm management services to Pederson’s – Gary Dial is the founder of Aberdeen Farms and Truebridge Foods. He is a veterinarian/professor who left academia and started his own business which works tirelessly to make 3 things happen within the operations he works with...better environment for pigs, consistent quality product, and financial feasibility!
He is a big reason our pork supply is Whole30 compliant!
Whole30 Approved Program
(1:44) - Gary’s background and how he got into pig farming
(6:20) - The sanitizing process when working with pigs
(7:58) - Pigs are actually very clean animals
(9:12) - Gary’s commitment to the well-being of pigs
(16:22) - Staff training and Standard Operating Procedures
(17:11) - Misconceptions in Pig Farming
G.A.P. Standards for Pig Welfare
(21:04) - Gary Walks us through one of his farms
(25:25) - Farrowing and nursing pigs
(30:41) - Environmental differences between commercial and traditional farms
(32:38) - Gasses produced from manure and animals and their impact
(34:09) - What goes into the pig feed?
(35:20) - What grains or vegetable components make up the vegetarian-feed?
(36:39) - Profitability & Sustainability
(39:55) - Why don’t we expand this sustainable model faster?
(43:35) - Wrap Up
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A Customer buying Pederson’s pork – Angela Mavridis is the founder of TRIBALÍ Foods. As a kid in her grandmother’s Greek kitchen, Angela discovered the nurturing power of real foods. Today, her recipes are a flavorful celebration of simple ingredients — gathered from nature and seasoned with loving care — that make healthier eating easier for everyone. TRIBALÍ Foods seeks and sources high-quality animal meats — from grass fed and grass finished pastured beef, free-range chicken and turkey, to natural pork — to create a flavorful, versatile, and nutrient-dense centerpiece for wholesome, satisfying meals. Welcome to ancestral eating made for your modern world!
Her company TRIBALÍ is a Whole30 partner!
Check out the Whole30 Approved Program Here
(1:20) - Angela’s background and Tribali
TribaliFoods.com
(3:39) - Angela’s thoughts on the changing consumer & wanting to know more about their food and who makes their food.
(6:32) - Why did you become a nutritionist?
Whole30
(12:28) - How do you help clean up people’s plates?
(15:37) - Angela’s Entrepreneurial insights
(19:32) - Networking
(20:24) - Tribali’s new products
(22:24) - What drives you to differentiate your products?
(24:43) - Who’s doing a great job in the food industry right now?
Siete Foods
Primal Kitchen
(25:52) - How can people find more about you?
Tribali on Instagram
A Consumer of Pederson’s products - Melissa Urban is the co-founder and CEO of the Whole30 program, and a six-time New York Times bestselling author. She has been featured by Dr. Oz, Good Morning America, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, People, and Forbes; and ranks #19 on Greatists Top 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness. Melissa is the host of the Do the Thing podcast, and is a prominent keynote speaker on social media and branding, health trends, and entrepreneurship. She lives in Salt Lake City, UT.
She is the reason for a Whole30 themed month of episodes!
Check out the Whole30 Approved Program Here
(1:37) - Where did Whole30 come from?
(3:20) - What’s it like writing a book?
(4:52) - Food Freedom
(6:00) - Melissa’s very first Whole30 in 2009
(10:05) - Boundary Alerts
(15:36) - Blending your public persona with private life like marriage
Melissa Podcast episode - Hypothangry
(18:15) - Melissa’s Podcast journey
Do the Thing w/ Melissa Urban
(21:06) - The concept of being an ‘influencer’
(27:32) - Is people wanting to know where their food comes from a long-lasting trend?
(29:54) - How does Pederson’s continue to grow while maintaining the integrity in regards to animal welfare and quality of product?
(33:50) - Melissa’s experience as a CEO and her 5 year plan
(39:28) - Melissa’s relationship with the mountains & Faith
(41:10) - Melissa’s advice for people getting into Whole30
(46:48) - What does the growth of your community look like?
(47:46) - Do you have ‘haters’?
(48:54) - Melissa gives Neil personal coaching on healthy eating
The Pederson’s Natural Farms Podcast – Powered by Protein! Topics will range from bacon to air conditioning to business to healthy lifestyles... welcome to the community ladies and gentlemen! While you’re here, we look forward to sharing perspective, deep industry insights, and experience gained through the eyes of our friends (consumers, customers, vendors, employees, and peers)! Our goal is for you to leave each episode with a trustworthy, transparent, and thought provoking experience. I believe I speak for everyone involved when I say this industry is our passion! We appreciate you stopping by and giving us a chance to share that passion with you!
Be sure to check us out at https://pedersonsfarms.com/
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