EP391 Policy and Public Health: a discussion about National Ag Day and the New Dietary Guidelines with Jaclyn London, MS,RD,CDN
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this special edition of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor is joined by Jaclyn London, MS, RD, CDN, author, and Chief Nutrition Officer for The Produce Moms for a dynamic conversation following their time in Washington, D.C. during National Ag Day. Together, they unpack key takeaways from a high-level USDA roundtable, including the rollout of the updated “Product of the USA” labeling initiative and its broader implications for agriculture and consumer transparency.
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EP390 Feeding the Human Spirit: How Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste Mission is Impacting Communities with Eric Halvorson, Head of Communications and Public Affairs for Kroger’s Central Division
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Eric Halvorson, Head of Communications and Public Affairs for Kroger’s Central Division, for an inspiring conversation on hunger relief, community impact, and the evolving role of grocery retailers.
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EP389 From Backyard BBQ to Global Stage: The Rise of Food Sport with Mike McCloud, Founder of World Food Championships
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this special edition of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Mike McCloud, Founder and CEO of the World Food Championships (WFC), for an inside look at the fast-growing world of “food sport.” With Lori recently named a judge for the Final Table event in Bentonville, this episode explores how culinary competition has evolved into a global stage for chefs, home cooks, and food innovators alike.
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EP388 Rooted in Legacy: Female Leadership in Global Farming with Ana Carrillo, Business Development Director at UVEX
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor continues the celebration of the International Year of the Female Farmer with Ana Carrillo, Business Development Director at UVEX, a multi-generational farming operation based in Sonora, Mexico. Ana shares her unique journey from studying marketing and international business to building a career within her family’s farming operation. What began as a path outside of agriculture ultimately transformed into a deep passion for the industry-one rooted in legacy, responsibility, and purpose.
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EP387 Food Is Medicine: How Kentucky Is Connecting Agriculture, Healthcare, and Farmer Prosperity with Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Dana Feldman and Morgan Bray of Kentucky Department of Agriculture
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Morgan Bray, Food Is Medicine Program Coordinator for the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and the Kentucky Hospital Association, alongside returning guests Commissioner Jonathan Shell and Dana Feldman from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture. Together, they explore how Kentucky is building one of the nation’s most comprehensive Food Is Medicine frameworks, connecting agriculture, healthcare systems, and policy to improve health outcomes while strengthening rural prosperity.
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EP386 Local First School Meals: How Kentucky Is Bringing Farms to Cafeterias with Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Heather Becker, and Dana Feldman at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Commissioner Jonathan Shell, Heather Becker, and Dana Feldman from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture to discuss how the Commonwealth is transforming school nutrition through its Local First School Food initiative.
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EP385 The Power of WIC: How Moms Are Leading the Movement for Healthier Families with Alison Hard, MS, RD, Policy Director for National WIC Association
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of the Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Alison Hard, MS, RD, Policy Director for the National WIC Association, for an important conversation about the power of the WIC program and the critical role moms play in shaping healthier families across America. Lori and Alison discuss how WIC empowers mothers as leaders in their households and communities, helping drive better nutrition, stronger food systems, and healthier outcomes for the next generation.
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EP384 Leading with Purpose: Women Transforming Grocery, Wellness, and Agriculture with Danyel O’Connor, Co-Founder and CEO of Umami
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Danyel O’Connor, CEO, and Co-Founder of AI-powered product development platform Umami, for a forward-looking conversation on grocery leadership, wellness trends, and the evolving role of fresh produce in 2026.
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EP383 Navigating Leadership in the Fresh Produce Industry with Julie Krivanek, Founder and President of Krivanek Consulting
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor welcomes Julie Krivanek, a seasoned leader in the fresh produce industry. They discuss the importance of mentorship, the impact of the pandemic on business strategies, and the qualities that define effective executive leadership. Julie shares her journey from coal mining to fresh produce, emphasizing the unifying power of food and the personal connections it fosters.
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EP382 Plant Not Plastic: Why What You Wear Matters with Marjory Walker, Vice President of Council Operations at the National Cotton Council of America
The Produce Moms Podcast
In this episode of The Produce Moms Podcast, host Lori Taylor sits down with Marjory Walker, Vice President of Council Operations at the National Cotton Council of America, to explore the often-overlooked world of fiber agriculture and why what we wear matters.
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