That's Rad

Surprise! In honor of National Co-op Month in October, That’s Rad is releasing a BONUS October episode! In this episode, host Anastasia sits down for an exclusive interview with Ed King, General Manager of the Littleton Food Co-op. This episode covers Cooperative Principles 2 (Democratic Member Control), 3 (Members' Economic Participation), and 6 (Cooperation Among Cooperatives). Listeners will he...

That’s Rad is celebrating National Co-op Month for October! Host Anastasia saw this sacred month as an opportunity to talk about the importance of being a co-op in a world full of for-profit businesses. The perfect case study showed up in the form of Nick Managan of Cabot Creamery Cooperative. Nick and Anastasia discuss how even though many consumers do not realize Cabot is a co-op, the cooperativ...

The air is getting cooler, the leaves are changing colors, and most importantly -- fall food is being cooked up in full swing! In honor of northern New Hampshire’s most colorful season, host Anastasia is talking about some of the flavors that pair best with Autumn for the latest episode of That’s Rad. First up, Morgan of Mount Cabot Maple reminds us all why we need to ditch the “pancake pigeonhole...

The northeast kingdom of Vermont and New Hampshire is packed to the brim with amazing local farmers and artisans. On this episode of “That’s Rad,” host Anastasia is talking to three local female farmers about what it’s like being a minority in their industry. These farmers produce cheese, vegetables, and flowers, so their experiences are unique, but with surprising commonalities. Hear about your f...

This episode is all about co-ops helping co-ops! The sixth co-op principle is “Cooperation Among Cooperatives.” How do co-ops, well, cooperate? Host Anastasia takes us through a number of different ways that co-ops have been known to support one another. First, did you know that the Littleton Food Co-op is actually a member of other co-ops? One of those is the Neighboring Food Co-op Association (N...

Calling all vegetarians and vegans -- this episode is for you! All the wannabes and skeptics--this one's for you, too! On this episode of That’s Rad, host Anastasia is exploring what it means to have a “food lifestyle:” a conscientious and consistent pattern of rules that has a high-level impact on the food going into your body. Anastasia talks to Travis, a Littleton Food Co-op employee and former...

Listeners beware: things are about to get cheesy. Host Anastasia is exploring her lifelong passion of cheese in this episode of “That’s Rad.” She’s joined by Catherine Cushing, Manager of the Littleton Food Co-op Speciality Cheese Department, to discuss her department, local cheese, and the elusive world of vegan cheese. Plus, hear Catherine’s pick of the top 3 cheese in store! Anastasia has also...

What do you think about when a Littleton Food Co-op employee asks you “are you a member of the Co-op?” In this episode, host Anastasia is exploring Cooperative Principle #1: Open and Voluntary Membership. It’s an idea that governs all co-ops, but what does it actually mean? To get the full scoop, Anastasia talks with Becky Colpitts, Community Outreach Coordinator at the Littleton Food Co-op. Plus,...

Who run the world? Girls! In this episode of “That’s Rad,” host Anastasia is talking to and about some of the women who keep the Co-op going. Women represent all parts of the Littleton Food Co-op: farmers, employees, members, management, producers, and more. But, they don’t always receive the same resources or support in their industries. This episode is to highlight just how integral women are to...

We all know and love our local Littleton Food Co-op, but the world of co-ops expands to way beyond our hometown of Littleton, NH. On this episode, host Anastasia has recruited some friends to discuss co-ops beyond national borders and industry lines. First, Anastasia says “g’day mate” to her friend Cheyenne so they can talk about an Australian food co-op. You’ll be surprised how many similarities...

Looking back on what could be the most important "Eat Local Month" of our lifetime: A farmer, a producer, and a NH Eats Local Month coordinator walk on to a podcast. What do you get? Episode three of “That’s Rad.” Host Anastasia is covering all things local in honor of Eat Local Month at the Littleton Food Co-op. So grab your favorite local snack to kick back and listen! Speaking of local, the Lit...

Host Anastasia is back and she's brought a few of her friends from the Littleton Food Co-op (they just don't know they're her friends yet). Anastasia and some of her coworkers dish about what it's *really* like to work at the co-op. Plus, Melissa Bridges, HR Manager, gives some insight on how to become a Co-op employee while Anastasia relives her embarrassing job interview. All of this and more ha...

Jessy (Graphic Designer) joins host, Anastasia, on a journey through the cooperativurse from Ask Jeeves to Bing. Brought to you by the Littleton Food Co-op — Littleton, NH's one and only 100% community-owned grocer.

Coming Soon: "That's Rad!" — A Podcast by (and about) the Littleton Food Co-op. Hosted by our very own (and very rad) Anastasia Maher.