Pederson's Farms - Powered by Protein a deep dive into Where your Food come From!

Pederson's Farms - Powered by Protein a deep dive into Where your Food come From!

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. How to raise pigs without gestation crates? What company made no sugar bacon first? What is the carnivore diet? What is the Keto diet? How to raise third party verified humanely raised pork? What is Whole 30? How to cook turkey bacon? 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.

Episodes

October 14, 2024 52 mins

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 densit...

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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 disea...

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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 bu...

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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 af...

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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 ...

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May 1, 2024 17 mins

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 ...

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April 22, 2024 19 mins

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 person...

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April 3, 2024 19 mins

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 mo...

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March 20, 2024 17 mins

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 o...

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March 6, 2024 3 mins

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 socia...

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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/

 

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February 7, 2024 16 mins

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.th...

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January 17, 2024 27 mins

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/

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01:31 Jay's Background: Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Sugarland, Texas

03:00 Transition to Food World: Blo...

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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

Instagram

intagram.com/Wa...

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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/

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[34] Recap of the bacon category judging at the World Food Championship. 

[01:01] The resilience of Jack McMurray, a former bac...

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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/

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[00:46] China’s need for foodstuffs

[2:45] The importance of ...

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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/

 

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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/

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[00:56] Is carnivore sus...

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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/

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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/

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[00:56] From classic pianist to biologist

[01:29] A decade of independent research 

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