Best Michele Payn Podcasts (2025)

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The epidemiology of space with Sabine Bellstedt 44:43

1M ago44:43

44:43

A lot about what it is to be human is understanding who we are and where we came from, whether that's genetically, geographically, or otherwise. But what if we zoomed out and approached it at a galaxy level? What could we learn about who we are, what we understand about the universe, and what humans are capable of achieving? Sabine Bellstedt is an …

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Plumbing the depths of continence with Sheena Lagat 56:07

3M ago56:07

56:07

We have to get past this stigma over talking about wee, poo, and other toileting activities. It's something that we have to do every day, and if you're not, you should really be speaking to someone about that. Because continence is something that we all should be proactive about no matter our age or gender. Sheena Lagat is a wee wee nurse. Specific…

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Cultures, culture, and identity with Jayashree Srinivasan 56:07

5M ago56:07

56:07

Cultures have an incredible impact on our society, and not just anthropologically. Cultures in a microbial context have an equally significant impact on the industries that allow us to live the lives that we want. Jayashree Srinivasan is a microbiologist specialising in biotechnology and microbial research. Join us as we speak about Jaya's journey …

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Engineering, climate action, and politics with Zaneta Mascarenhas MP 42:17

6M ago42:17

42:17

Changes in career aren't a divergence from a path. The common thread is you, your experience, and how you can apply what you know in a difference space. Zaneta Mascarenhas is Member of the Australian House of Representatives for Swan. Join us as we speak about Zaneta's journey through engineering and resources, climate action, and politics -- and h…

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Potato, potahto, vegetable or grain? Episode 141 27:35

7M ago27:35

27:35

The humble potato: is it a vegetable or a grain? Coming from a family that has farmed America’s favorite vegetable (yes, we’ll refer to the potato as such), Mitchell Searle offers a unique perspective on the cultivation, harvesting, and sustainability of this crop. While Searle expresses concern about what he perceives as the growing chasm between …

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Healthy fields, happy farmers - drones deliver sustainability: Episode 140 26:12

7M ago26:12

26:12

Where’s the future of food production? You might want to look to the sky. In this episode of the Food Bullying podcast, Nicole and Michele chat with Sarah Hovinga of Bayer Crop Science in California and Bryan Sanders of HSE-UAV in Washington about how precision agriculture is transforming farming. According to Sanders, drones REDUCE 1) the amount (…

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Pork Yeah, for your nutrition: Episode 139 25:03

7M ago25:03

25:03

No - you DON’T have to cook pork until it’s gray. This, along with the idea that pork is somehow not a healthy protein choice are two misconceptions that Jeanette Merritt, director of Communications for Indiana Pork, wishes would go away already. “Pork still has the perception of not being a good dietary choice,” says Merritt. “Consumers think chic…

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Superbugs and penpals with Dr Jennifer Payne 50:02

8M ago50:02

50:02

Having a penpal can be a life-changing experience. You can connect with someone over shared and unique experiences, and learn about a life or environment different from your own. It can even give you the opportunity to broaden your perspective about the world and your place in it. Jennifer Payne is a research scientist in the area of antimicrobial …

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Farming pain, inflated food prices, and Pad Thai: Episode 138 26:49

8M ago26:49

26:49

Sure, grocery prices are through the roof, but are farmers paying the ultimate price? This insightful podcast gives dietitians, consumers, and farmers insight on the impact of inflation around the food plate. In this candid conversation, Michele and Nicole take a deeper dive into the impact of the yet-to-passed Farm Bill, consumer demand, and the e…

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Dietitian’s top five super foods: Episode 137 25:50

9M ago25:50

25:50

One dietitian with three decades of experience believes RDNs must be a part debunking nutrition myths and overcoming food bullying to help people enjoy food. Is eating well on a budget…impossible? Dr. Keith Ayoob, EdD, RDN, FAND, CDN, is an Associate Professor Emeritus in the department of pediatrics at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in th…

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Eggs, Angus, and healthy animal proteins: Episode 136 27:32

9M ago27:32

27:32

With the rise of Avian flu, should consumers take caution when buying eggs? What do dietitians need to know about the safety of animal proteins? And why are egg prices so high? Andy Bishop, Kentucky farmer and ag lender, confirms that Avian flu is not transmitted via eggs, but that the spread of the virus has presented farmers with a variety of cha…

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Clinical Trial Nursing and the STEMM of Nursing with Ellen Yeo 47:14

9M ago47:14

47:14

Nurses don't get enough credit for what they do. Despite being an essential role in healthcare, it's still an often misunderstood and underrated field, but one that has immense scope for professional development and medical specialisation. Ellen Yeo is a Clinical Nurse Consultant specialising in Renal Medicine and Kidney Transplantation Clinical Tr…

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Science connecting dietitians & agriculture: Episode 135 28:06

10M ago28:06

28:06

Scientific curiosity can change the conversation about food, whether from a food, farm, or dietetic perspective. Likewise, scientific illiteracy can leave people susceptible to food bullying. Listen to this latest episode of the Food Bullying podcast and learn about how a new book can help you better communicate science. Amy Hays is currently the A…

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Food demons & dietitians as decongestants: Episode 134 26:10

10M ago26:10

26:10

In a sea of dis- and misinformation, what’s the most important thing dietitians can do to help consumers? Milton Stokes, Senior Director of Food and Nutrition at the International Food Information Council (IFIC), has some ideas to help RDNs cut through the congestion of information swirling around about food and nutrition. “Sometimes when we provid…

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Innovating for Social Impact with Rumee Singh 41:25

11M ago41:25

41:25

Not everyone has that pivotal moment where they realise what they want to do with their life, and that's okay. The important thing is to be open to ideas and opportunities even if they may take you a different direction. Rumee Singh is the CEO and co-founder of Rahat and a Tech Entrepreneur. Join us as Rumee shares the full-circle journey that brou…

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Eat like a pig with high quality amino acids: Episode 133 28:28

11M ago28:28

28:28

If you close your eyes and imagine a “healthy” meal, is a salad the first thing that comes to mind? Dr. Eric P. Berg of North Dakota State University discussed the concept of a 'complete plate' in the context of good nutrition. He explained that a complete plate should have a balanced diet with six nutrient categories: water, protein, fats, vitamin…

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Do dollar stores help meet dietary needs? Episode 132 28:27

11M ago28:27

28:27

Would consumers be healthier with fewer dollar stores? While the plethora of expanding bargain chains across the country offer fewer nutrient-dense choices than other food retailers, Dr. Sean Cash, an economist on faculty at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, where he chairs the Division of Agriculture, Food an…

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Science & sensationalism on the food plate 29:47

12M ago29:47

29:47

Algorithms. Shortened attention spans. Competition from uncredentialed influencers. In communicating science, even the best in the industry may occasionally fall prey to the siren song of sensationalism in an effort to deliver evidence-based information. Dr. Jess Steier, creator of Unbiased Science, emphasizes the importance of nuance in science co…

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The gluten lie: Episode 130 30:08

12M ago30:08

30:08

The gluten-free market is valued at over two billion dollars. Yet the question remains...do so many people really need to avoid this protein? Heidi Wells, a dietitian by day and farmer by night, and her farming husband Byron - are proud owners of Lucky W Dairy in Kansas. They grow crops, including wheat, for both feed and human consumption. The myt…

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Dairy safety and cognitive dissonance 32:41

1y ago32:41

32:41

Dr. Andrea Love on milk safety, food anxiety & chemophobia Ever since fragments of the H5N1 virus (also known as avian influenza or HPAI) were detected in milk, the safety of our dairy supply has come into question, with some wondering if they should forego dairy in favor of alternatives, and others gravitating toward raw milk. In this episode of t…

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Narrative for social change and science communication, and AI in the creative process with Joanna Beveridge 58:02

1y ago58:02

58:02

Humans are fascinating. We have this incredible capacity for creativity, resilience, and invention, and have been keen to dabble in technologies that improve our lives since we first started using tools. So, where is technology going to lead us in terms of what makes us human? Joanna Beveridge is a producer, writer, and director with a background i…

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Cutting through the nutrition science noise: Episode 128 28:24

1y ago28:24

28:24

Are seed oils poison? Is it worth purchasing produce if it’s not organic? Are the Dietary Guidelines for Americans actually killing us? Today's guest has a unique perspective for dietitians and everyone interested in food. These are just a few of the questions Michele and Nicole pose to Dr. Adrian Chavez, who earned his PhD in nutrition and health …

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What the Washington Post got wrong about dietitians: Episode127 30:09

1y ago30:09

30:09

When dietitians are offered a seat at the table of commodity boards, food brands, and non-profit associations, there are benefits for all involved - including the consumer. But what’s the emotional price tag the dietitian must pay when partnerships are erroneously scrutinized for all the world to see? Is the discussion more nuanced than recent arti…

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Southern belles, soil health, & sustainability: Episode 126 29:43

1y ago29:43

29:43

“The biggest misconception about farming in the dietetic world is that GMOs are bad for the environment and human consumption - and that farmers are financially well-off.” Wendy Yeager is a fourth-generation farmer who, with her husband Jamie, owns and operates Bell Place Farm, a diversified row crop operation. They grow peanuts, cotton, sorghum, s…

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The heart of the wheat kernel: Episode 125 30:21

1y ago30:21

30:21

“If a food is free from something, then it must be healthy, right?” Dr. Brett Carver, a wheat breeder and researcher at Oklahoma State University for nearly 40 years, has found himself spending more time defending the plant to which he’s devoted his career in recent years. “A huge chunk of our population, based on easy-to-find survey data, makes di…

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Building compassionate tech, and advocating for diverse voices with Bec Nguyen 45:06

1y ago45:06

45:06

For many of my guests, the careers and fields that we're in now didn't exist or were just newly conceived when we were at university. So those indirect paths I often speak about were just a matter of course for us. Bec Nguyen is the director of Upbeat Digital and a specialist in UX in digital health. Join us as we speak about her winding path to Us…

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The art & science of farming citrus: Episode 124 24:32

1y ago24:32

24:32

Rich in vitamin C and flavonoids, many citrus varieties have earned their place on our breakfast tables, squeezed into our water (and cocktails), and in our favorite American recipes. There is both art and science in growing citrus that is in demand as part of our nutrition. Citrus farmers continually met consumer demand for new flavors (think bloo…

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Big bad agriculture: a transparent look at their science & safety 26:08

1+ y ago26:08

26:08

“The biggest misconception about my work is that agriculture companies place pesticides or biotech products on the market without testing them for safety. The fact is that agriculture is one of the most strictly regulated and thoroughly investigated industries in the world. Agriculture companies must strictly follow local and international regulato…

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Chasing fireballs and the evolution of our solar system with Professor Gretchen Benedix 52:12

1+ y ago52:12

52:12

We've spoken about indirect career paths, but Professor Gretchen Benedix calls hers the pinball method, starting on a course that could change direction when she strikes something that she'd like to delve more into. This method has served Gretchen well and has given her opportunities to work with Dr Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, ch…

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A.I. in your food (cattle, not computers): Episode 122 26:43

1+ y ago26:43

26:43

Brady Blackett is a 4th generation cattle producer from Utah who’s passionate about the cattle industry and its ability to contribute to a healthy and wholesome food system in the U.S. and abroad. As the co-founder of IGA (Intermountain Genetic Alliance), Blackett is well-versed in the subject and application of AI (artificial insemination). In thi…

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Leading Change and Transformation with Michele Payne 23:51

1+ y ago23:51

23:51

As Michele aptly puts it, "Change leaders engineer and make change a reality by putting people first." Explore this principle and more as the podcast seeks to find out the relationship between organisational transformation and the art of embracing change. 📌 Click to learn more about our change strategies in action https://bit.ly/3tXoy4P 🌐 Follow us…

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