Food Sleuth Radio

Guest Martha Claire Morris, Sc. D., nutritional epidemiologist at Rush University discusses the Mind Diet, dietary approaches for reducing risk for Alzheimers Disease, cognitive decline and dementia RUSH

Guest Paul Wotzka, Minnesota-based hydrologist, and organic farmer, discusses the water cycle, watersheds, and the impact of the herbicide Atrazine and other contaminants on water quality, health and our environment Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service

Guest Ridge Shinn, a.k.a. the Carbon Cowboy, and founder of Big Picture Beef, explains the human health and planetary benefits of 100 percent grass-fed cattle Ridge Shinn

Guest Judith McGeary, sustainable farmer, attorney, and Founder and Director of the Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance based in Cameron, TX, discusses the soil-food-web, protecting soil, conserving water, and the political challenges facing sustainable family farmers Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance/a>

Guest Emily Jackson, Founder and Director of the Growing Minds Farm to School Program of the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP), discusses the benefits, joys and strategies for establishing successful school gardens. Farm to school

Guest Will Allen, VT-based organic farmer, co-founder of Cedar Circle farm, research director for Regeneration Vermont, and author of The War on Bugs, describes his work to advance regenerative farming, and exposes Bayer historic links to Nazi Germany and Monsanto pesticide injuries. Regeneration Vermont

Guest Peter Infante D.D.S., Dr. P.H., epidemiologist, and former Director of the Office of Carcinogen Identification and Classification at OSHA, describes the influence of industry and Congress on governmental regulatory agencies charged to protect public health. Part 2. The International Agency for Research on Cancer

Guest Peter Infante, D.D.S., Dr. P.H., epidemiologist, and former Director of the Office of Carcinogen Identification and Classification at OSHA, describes the influence of industry on science, and in particular addresses the carcinogenicity of glyphosate, the active ingredient in Monsantos Roundup herbicide IARC Monograph

Guest Cheryl Forberg, R.D., James Beard Award-Winning Chef, New York Times best-selling author, and Nutritionist for NBCs The Biggest Loser, takes us behind the scenes of this reality TV show to reveal the biggest challenges and secrets behind successful weight loss. She will also pull weight loss tips from her latest book, A Small Guide to Losing Big Cheryl Forberg

Did you know that producing some of our own food can be an empowering, affordable way to improve our diets, take control of our food choices, and protect our health? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Andy Tomolonis, a.k.a  the “dirt-cheap gardener.” Based in Southeastern, MA, Tomolonis, is a journalist, organic farmer, and author of “O...

Did you know that poverty and hunger is often associated with obesity, depression, alcoholism, and childhood trauma? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Mariana Chilton, Ph. D., MPH, Professor at the Dornsife School of Public Health at Drexel University, in Philadelphia, PA. Chilton directs the Center for Hunger-Free Communities, and is...

Do you know the biggest challenges family farmers face when trying to bring their livestock to market? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn, for her interview with Joe Maxwell, Political Director for the Humane Society Legislative Fund ( http://www.hslf.org/ ), former MO State Representative, Senator and Lt. Governor, and family farmer. Maxwell explains farmers’...

Guest Daryl Ray, Ph. D., Agricultural Economist, Professor Emeritus at the University of TN Knoxville, and columnist for the Agricultural Policy and Analysis Center, explains how economic principles apply to agriculture, the power of the consumer in the marketplace, and the danger of industry-funded and influenced research at Land Grant Universities. Ray recalls Monsantos pressure to not publish p...

Guest Warren Porter, Ph. D. professor of zoology and environmental toxicology at the U. of WI-Madison, describes the health risks from ingredients (glyphosate + inerts) in Monsantos Roundup herbicide, at concentrations below what EPA says are safe. The Detox Project

Guest Richard Oswald, 5th generation farmer, poet and columnist for the Daily Yonder, President of the MO Farmers Union and Board member of the Organization for Competitive Markets, describes how farmers have been sold on pesticides, GMO seeds, and the myth of feeding the world. Organization for Competitive Markets

Guest Faith Rogow, Ph. D., the Media Literacy Education Maven, and co-author of The Teachers Guide to Media Literacy: Critical Thinking in a Multimedia World, helps us navigate fake news with critical thinking and observation sk Insighters Educational Consulting ills

Guest Kathleen Dean Moore, Ph. D., Distinguished Professor of philosophy at Oregon State University, nature essayist and author, discusses the moral urgency of climate change, hope, and insights from her book, Great Tide Rising: Towards Clarity and Moral Courage in a Time of Planetary Change. Kathleen Dean Moore On The Moral Urgency Of Climate Change

Guest James Greenblatt, M.D., discusses his recent webinar: Malnourished Minds: A Functional Medicine approach to Cognition, Memory and Mood, with a specific focus on minerals, including lithium James Greenblatt

Guest Colleen Webb, M.S., R.D., Weill Cornell Medical Center, speaks about her work with gastro-intestinal disorders irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease, and how to promote gut health Colleen Webb Nutrition

Guest Jessica Almy, M.S., J.D., Deputy Director of Nutrition Policy, Center for Science in the Public Interest, discusses Rigged: Supermarket Shelves for Sale, a behind-the-scenes expose of how food companies get their products featured in particular locations in supermarkets Supermarket Shelves for Sale

Guest Brenda Davy, Ph. D., R.D., Nutrition Professor and researcher at Virginia Tech, talks about the under-appreciated role of water in health promotion, disease prevention, brain function, and surprising role in weight control, especially among middle-aged and older populations. Find out how much water we need and why, plus challenges to water quality Brenda Davy

Guest Sriram Madhusoodanan, Director of Corporate Accountability Internationals Value[the]Meal Campaign, describes Corporate Accountabilitys successful efforts to expose and challenge Nestles infant formula promotion, tobacco advertising, and McDonalds fast food marketing targeted at children Corporate Accountability International

Guest Bettina Siegel, J.D., School food activist, named one of the 20 Most Influential Moms and author of The Lunch Tray blog, describes her work to improve school lunch, and national policies affecting childrens food, including the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act The Lunch Tray

Guest David Andrews, Ph. D., Senior Scientist at the Environmental Working Group discusses his recent reports on water contamination with the carcinogenic chemicals, Chromium-6, and PFOA. The latter is the chemical formerly used in the manufacturing of Teflon. EWG EnviroBlog

Guest Paul Winchester, M.D., Medical Director of the Neonatal and Intensive Care Unit at St. Francis Hospital, and Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at Riley Childrens Hospital in Indianapolis, IN, discusses his research on pesticide-related birth defects and premature births. PDF Paul D. Winchester, M.D.