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Essential Ingredients Season 6

A NextGen Purpose Podcast

Season 6

2023 · 34 Episodes · Every Tuesday

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Season Finale

Aug 29, 2023 · S6 · E34

Nina Curtis, Essential Ingredients S6 · E34
Food & Sustainability

Nina Curtis · NextGen Purpose

Advocating for the Plate — A Palate's Plea with Nina Curtis

Advocating for the plate is a multi-faceted concept at the intersection of aesthetics, quality, and social responsibility. It is an essential part of promoting our health and shaping the well-being of our earthly home and everything in it.

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Be Tech Smart — Leverage the Digital Market with 'No Effort Web' with Ameet KallarackalS6 · E33

Be Tech Smart — Leverage the Digital Market with 'No Effort Web' with Ameet Kallarackal

There are thousands of humble yet hardworking entrepreneurs like small restaurant owners and operators who are not that savvy technically and who are restlessly operating their in-person craft and business.

Aug 22, 2023

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Crafty Ways to Curb Kitchen Food Waste with Alison MountfordS6 · E32

Crafty Ways to Curb Kitchen Food Waste with Alison Mountford

The relationship between home cooking and reducing food waste extends deeper than just being a simple solution. It's about making conscious, constant decisions that influence both our health and our planet.

Aug 15, 2023

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Changing the Narrative with Regenerative Agriculture with Ryan SlabaughS6 · E31

Changing the Narrative with Regenerative Agriculture with Ryan Slabaugh

Our current agricultural system revolves around sustainability— maintaining the status quo while doing minimal damage. But our world can no longer afford this argument. We need a better narrative, a regenerative one that encourages growth, revitalization, and improvement.

Aug 8, 2023

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Gut Health and Prebiotics: A Fundamental Connection to Superior Health with Marc WashingtonS6 · E30

Gut Health and Prebiotics: A Fundamental Connection to Superior Health with Marc Washington

Gut health refers to the balance of microorganisms in the digestive tract. However, our gut flora has more function than we think. A gut filled with diverse and beneficial bacteria can impact every dimension of our health including digestion, immunity, and even mental health!

Aug 1, 2023

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Spanish Savory Secrets: From Idea to Table Success with Aaron LuoS6 · E29

Spanish Savory Secrets: From Idea to Table Success with Aaron Luo

Nestled among the country's many gastronomic wonders lies an unsung hero: authentic Spanish charcuterie. With its rich history, meticulous craftsmanship, and mouthwatering flavors, this culinary gem has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide.

Jul 25, 2023

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The Morning After — Beating That Next-Day Misery After Alcohol with Zack AbbottS6 · E28

The Morning After — Beating That Next-Day Misery After Alcohol with Zack Abbott

Many people find solace in drinking alcohol, whether it be during social gatherings or as a means to decompress and find some relief after a tiring day. Unfortunately, as our bodies metabolize alcohol, a toxic substance called acetaldehyde begins to accumulate.

Jul 18, 2023

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Nurturing Nutrition — Choosing the Right Formula for Your Little One with Mia FuntS6 · E27

Nurturing Nutrition — Choosing the Right Formula for Your Little One with Mia Funt

Breast milk is often referred to as the "magical superfood" for infants due to its numerous health benefits and essential nutrients. While breast milk is considered the gold standard for infant nutrition, infant formula serves as a viable alternative when breastfeeding is not possible or preferred.

Jul 11, 2023

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Home Cooking Made Fun, Quick, and Easy with Daniela KratzS6 · E26

Home Cooking Made Fun, Quick, and Easy with Daniela Kratz

Cooking can be a therapeutic and satisfying experience, but it's not always easy to find the motivation. Between finding the right recipe, shopping for ingredients, and having to clean up after the meal, it's no wonder so many people opt for takeout.

Jul 4, 2023

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Reimagine Your Diet — Elevate Your Well-Being with Functional Foods with Hoda MohajeraniS6 · E25

Reimagine Your Diet — Elevate Your Well-Being with Functional Foods with Hoda Mohajerani

At our core, humans are a part of nature, not separate from it. Our health and well-being depend heavily on the natural world around us.

Jun 27, 2023

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Better-For-You Delights Now At Your Local Stop-and-Shop with Rachel KrupaS6 · E24

Better-For-You Delights Now At Your Local Stop-and-Shop with Rachel Krupa

Choosing better-for-you products has been about endless label-reading and guessing games. Moreover, these products are hard to find and often comes with a higher price tag. But what if healthier options can be found in convenience stores?

Jun 20, 2023

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How to Build a Good, Ethical Business with Sasha MillsteinS6 · E23

How to Build a Good, Ethical Business with Sasha Millstein

Thirty years ago, an incredible woman, by the name of Alicia Ethel Reinish, whipped up a recipe that still makes our mouths water to this day! She has been cooking up delicious pot pies for her local clients but she decided to share the love with everyone across the country.

Jun 13, 2023

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Unlocking The Secret to the Best Tasting Dishes with Max La MannaS6 · E22

Unlocking The Secret to the Best Tasting Dishes with Max La Manna

Every year, tons of food are wasted, leading to environmental pollution and economic losses. By adopting low waste cooking methods, we can save food, money and natural resources.

Jun 6, 2023

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Democratizing Health and Nutrition with Shreela Sharma Ph.D.S6 · E21

Democratizing Health and Nutrition with Shreela Sharma Ph.D.

We are currently living in one of the most prosperous times in human history. The problem is that many people are still not having access to enough high-quality food or even the right education about it.

May 30, 2023

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Agtech and the Food System: A New Era of Innovation with Aaron MagenheimS6 · E20

Agtech and the Food System: A New Era of Innovation with Aaron Magenheim

Agtech has been used as a buzzword a lot lately as the farm industry moves to digitalization. But there's more to this than just growing food with the latest technology and equipment.

May 23, 2023

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Moving Towards a More Resilient & Regenerative Farm Model with Nina MannheimerS6 · E19

Moving Towards a More Resilient & Regenerative Farm Model with Nina Mannheimer

Industrial agriculture has been the backbone of food production for decades, but it is now being challenged by a new approach— regenerative agriculture. This method of farming has been gaining traction in recent years due to its potential for positive system change and its scientific foundation.

May 16, 2023

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Revolutionizing the Urban Landscape with Meredith ShepherdS6 · E18

Revolutionizing the Urban Landscape with Meredith Shepherd

Urban farming can help create a future where everyone has easy access to fresh, nutrient-rich produce. Additionally, these gardens provide green spaces in cities that can be used for leisure activities and contribute to improved physical and mental health.

May 9, 2023

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Uncovering the Hidden Secrets Behind Time-Honored Culinary Cuisines with Dana ThompsonS6 · E17

Uncovering the Hidden Secrets Behind Time-Honored Culinary Cuisines with Dana Thompson

Native foodways have been an integral part of various indigenous cultures for centuries. However, due to the economic and health crises affecting native communities, access to traditional foods has become more difficult.

May 2, 2023

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From Classrooms to Communities to Perpetuity with Stephen Ritz Part 2S6 · E16

From Classrooms to Communities to Perpetuity with Stephen Ritz Part 2

School gardens are popping up all over the country as more and more people are recognizing their value in transforming both the lens of public education and green literacy.

Apr 26, 2023

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Beyond Cancer — Improving Quality of Life Through Personalized Lifestyle with Stephen Freedland M.D.S6 · E15

Beyond Cancer — Improving Quality of Life Through Personalized Lifestyle with Stephen Freedland M.D.

Eating healthy is not just about looking good, it is also about feeling good. Food has been used as medicine for centuries, and with the right knowledge and eating habits, we can use food to heal ourselves.

Apr 25, 2023

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How to Accelerate Protein Transition with Chris BryantS6 · E14

How to Accelerate Protein Transition with Chris Bryant

Protein is the building block of life, and it's crucial that we get enough of it in our diet every day. But we're hard-wired to crave meat, plus, we know how challenging it can be to find healthy foods that match up to the rich flavor profiles of meat.

Apr 18, 2023

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Getting People on the Urgency of Upcycling with Anna HammondS6 · E13

Getting People on the Urgency of Upcycling with Anna Hammond

Food is an important part of our lives. It's what we eat, and it's how we celebrate and mourn. But sometimes, getting the right ingredients can be a challenge—especially if we're trying to do right by our environment, too.

Apr 11, 2023

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Revolutionizing the Food System Helps Build an Inclusive World with Rick VanzuraS6 · E12

Revolutionizing the Food System Helps Build an Inclusive World with Rick Vanzura

Food security is a pressing global issue that requires concerted action from multiple sectors to solve. In many cases, communities are far away from reliable sources of fresh, healthy, and affordable food.

Apr 4, 2023

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Grandma's Favorite Snack Gets a Tasty Makeover with Ashley AlbertS6 · E11

Grandma's Favorite Snack Gets a Tasty Makeover with Ashley Albert

Matzo crackers are a classic snack, but many people struggle to find a good version that doesn't taste like cardboard. Matzo Project co-founders Ashley Albert and Kevin Rodriguez have solved this problem with their revolutionary matzo cracker.

Mar 28, 2023

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Harnessing The Power Of Local Seafood Through Sustainable Fishing with Shareen DavisS6 · E10

Harnessing The Power Of Local Seafood Through Sustainable Fishing with Shareen Davis

Our oceans are an incredibly valuable resource— home to some of the world's most majestic and diverse marine life. Unfortunately, our current fishing systems continue to threaten the health and balance of our aquatic ecosystems.

Mar 21, 2023

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Collaboration — The Key to Achieving Sustainable Solutions and Magnifying Impact with Kate FossonS6 · E9

Collaboration — The Key to Achieving Sustainable Solutions and Magnifying Impact with Kate Fosson

The world is changing, and businesses must keep up to remain competitive. To do so, they need to look beyond their own resources and start collaborating with others to create sustainable solutions.

Mar 14, 2023

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Be a Food Hero — Saving the Food Industry with Food Rescue with Leah LizarondoS6 · E8

Be a Food Hero — Saving the Food Industry with Food Rescue with Leah Lizarondo

Food shortage is a pressing issue affecting people of all countries and cultures across the globe. Sadly, it's not necessarily due to lack of food production, but the excessive waste that contributes mostly to this problem.

Mar 7, 2023

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Smart Growing — Getting People Closer to Their Food with Micro Farms with Alexander OlesenS6 · E7

Smart Growing — Getting People Closer to Their Food with Micro Farms with Alexander Olesen

Simplifying farming to provide more access to good food is becoming the new norm. With technology advancing the way it has, people are now able to grow their own food in spaces where they never thought were possible with fewer resources needed than traditional farming methods.

Feb 28, 2023

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Upcycle Certified — How Upcycling Accelerates Innovation and Ensures Nutritional Security with Angie CroneS6 · E6

Upcycle Certified — How Upcycling Accelerates Innovation and Ensures Nutritional Security with Angie Crone

The global food waste epidemic is no longer a secret. Each year, billions of tons of food are wasted globally, including tons of perfectly edible produce that are lost even before they can reach homes, stores, and eateries.

Feb 21, 2023

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Storytelling Tips — How to Use Your Story to Craft Engaging Presentations with Frances Cole JonesS6 · E5

Storytelling Tips — How to Use Your Story to Craft Engaging Presentations with Frances Cole Jones

When it comes to presenting information, stories are often the most effective way to capture and hold the attention of our audience. By understanding the basics of storytelling, we can create memorable and engaging presentations that will leave our audience wanting more.

Feb 14, 2023

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Going Back to Basics — Pure Fruit Snacks with Zero Additives with Simón SacalS6 · E4

Going Back to Basics — Pure Fruit Snacks with Zero Additives with Simón Sacal

Eating clean foods is one of the most important things we can do for our health. It helps keep our energy levels up, reduce cravings, and maintain our weight.

Feb 2023

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The Mushroom Meat Alternative Transforming the Food System with Michael FoxS6 · E3

The Mushroom Meat Alternative Transforming the Food System with Michael Fox

One fine day, a vegetarian, a celebrity chef, and a mushroom geek were out for a leisurely walk in the woods. They stumbled upon something special— an opportunity to transform eating habits and create a more sustainable and nutritious way of cooking with mushrooms.

Feb 2023

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Rescuing Leftover Cuisine — Fighting Hunger and Food Waste with Robert LeeS6 · E2

Rescuing Leftover Cuisine — Fighting Hunger and Food Waste with Robert Lee

Food insecurity and hunger is a tragic reality. Despite the overwhelming abundance of food, millions of people around the world are still hungry and do not have regular access to enough nutritious food to support a healthy lifestyle.

Jan 2023

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Sustainable Pet Food — Building a Better Planet One Bowl at a Time with Anne CarlsonS6 · E1

Sustainable Pet Food — Building a Better Planet One Bowl at a Time with Anne Carlson

As pet owners, we want to ensure that our furry friends are getting the best nutrition possible. Unfortunately, animal proteins used in many pet treats are not only unsustainable and cruel to animals and the environment, but also contain pathogens that can harm our pet's health, especially if they have allergies and gut issues.

Jan 2023

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