Talking FACS

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky   Guests: Nichole Huff, PhD, Associate Extension Professor for Family Finance and Resource Manangement and Kristen Jowers, MS Extension Specialist for OneOp Season 7, Episode 17 Welcome to this insightful episode of Talking FACS, Join us as we explore the vital to...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guests: Ryan Lark, UK Zero-Waste Specialist, Hardin Stevens, Former Extension Associate for Healthy Homes and Communities Season 7, Episode 16 In this episode of Talking FACS, host Mindy McCulley is joined by Ryan Lark, Zero-Waste Specialist at the University of Kentucky, and Hardin Stevens, (former) Ex...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: Kerri Ashurst, PhD, Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Development Season 7, Episode 15 In this episode of Talking FACS we delve into the challenging topic of bullying during the middle school years. Dr. Kerri Ashurst, Senior Extension Specialist for Family and Relationship Developm...

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky  Guest: Jeanne Badgett, MS Extension Associate for Clothing, Textiles, and Household Equipment Season 7, Episode 14 Jeanne Badgett unravels the myths surrounding clothing care to help listeners find strategies for saving money. She provides guidance on everything from keepin...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Dr. Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason wrap up the SNACK Club series by diving into the fascinating world of sensory e...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Guests: Jamie Adkins, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC Speech Language Pathologist and Lactation Consultant Suzanna Attia, MD, MScPH...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation Season 7, Episode 13 In this episode of Talking FACS, Annhall Norris unpacks the four fundamental principles of food safety: Clean, Separate, Cook, and Chill. Learn the importance of proper handwashing techniques, the best prac...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Join SNACK Club as we return to tackle the ever-relevant topic of managing mealtime behavior with children. Using a...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky  Welcome to the fifth episode of SNACK Club where they dive into the art and science of creating pleasant and meaning...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, UK Cooperative Extension Service, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Guests: Cheryl Witt, PhD Extension Specialist for Farm Safety and Health and Dale Dobson, Safety Administrator, Kentucky Department of Agriculture Season 7, Episode 12 In this episode of Talkin...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky    Join hosts Dr. Courtney Luecking and Anna Cason, as they continue the SNACK Club adventure of feeding children, pr...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, UK Cooperative Extension Service, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Guest: Katrina Nickles, MD, Assistant Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Palliative Care and Support, UK Markey Cancer Center Cancer Conversations Show 58 Welcome to anothe...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky   In another engaging episode of SNACK Club, we dive into the intricate dance of mealtime roles and responsibilities...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guests: Jennifer Bridge, MAEd NEAFCS President-Elect and UK Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences in Meade County and Christy Stearns, MS KEAFCS President and UK Extension Agent for Family and Consumer Sciences in Clinton County Season 7, Episode 11 Today, we celebrate the 90th anniversary...

Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky   Welcome back for another engaging episode of SNACK Club, where our nutrition experts delve into the intricate world...

  Hosts: Courtney Luecking, PhD, MPH, RDN Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Anna Cason, RDN, LD, Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, University of Kentucky   Welcome to the inaugural episode of Big Blue Book Club presents SNACK Club, where hosts Courtney Luecking and Ann...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation Season 7, Episode 10 In this MoneyWi$e Episode, we highlight the importance of being prepared for emergencies, especially during National Preparedness Month. Joining us today is Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: LaToya Drake, Extension Specialist for Food Equity and Food Access, Kentucky Nutrition Education Program Season 7, Episode 9 LaToya Drake shares her expertise on the benefits of consuming locally sourced produce, including cost-effective strategies and the positive impact on local economies. List...

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky   Guest: Heather Norman-Burgdolf, PhD, Assistant Extension Professor for Nutrition and Health Season 7, Episode 8 In this captivating discussion, discover the origins and rise of Alpha-gal Syndrome, first identified in 2002 and confirmed in 2007. Learn how Lone St...

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guest: Courtney Luecking, PhD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health Season 7, Episode 7 As another school year approaches, the challenge of packing nutritious and appealing lunches looms large for many parents. Dr. Luecking provides expert advice on selecting t...

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guests: Dr. Timothy Mullett, Medical Director and Professor of Thoracic Surgery and Ms. Cheri Tolle, Deputy Director, UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network (MCCAN) In this episode, we delve into the origins and growth of the UK Markey Cancer Center Affiliate Network (MCCAN), since...

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky   Guest: Kristen Jowers, MS Extension Specialist for OneOp Kristen Jowers, Extension Specialist for OneOp, delves into strategies for to maximizing college savings as families continue to face the escalating costs of a college education. From the staggering costs...

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences, University of Kentucky Guests: Courtney Luecking, PhD, RD Extension Specialist for Maternal and Child Health and Anna Cason, RD Extension Associate for Food and Nutrition Special Edition Episode Welcome to this SURPRISE edition of Talking FACS providing a "taste" of what is to come in September! ...

Host: Mindy McCulley, MS Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky   Guest: Katherine Jury, MS Extension Specialist for Family and Health Season 7, Episode 5 In this insightful episode, discover the secrets to making the vaccination process smoother for both parents and children. From understanding the importance of vaccines to p...

Host:  Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, University of Kentucky   Guest: Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation Season 7, Episode 4 In this eye-opening episode, Annhall Norris, Extension Specialist for Food Safety and Preservation unravels the mystery behind the common belief that reheating rice can be dangerous. Discover the crucial ste...