I always have some interesting conversations when at the airport. Upon finding out I was a meat scientist, one of the conversations ventured into discussions about hormones in meat. It was a good conversation to have that day, and just as good to talk about today!

I always have some interesting conversations when at the airport. Upon finding out I was a meat scientist, one of the conversations ventured into discussions about hormones in meat. It was a good conversation to have that day, and just as good to talk about today!

Ep. 41: Hormone Havoc

No, this isn't an episode that breaks into a High School Musical number, but it does give a little info on my new job and reflect on my past couple years at UNL. I am thankful for my time at the University, but am excited to take a jump into an industry role!

No, this isn't an episode that breaks into a High School Musical number, but it does give a little info on my new job and reflect on my past couple years at UNL. I am thankful for my time at the University, but am excited to take a jump into an industry role!

Ep. 40: Start of Something New

Natalie Jones

This week I visit with communications specialist, rancher and beef enthusiast, Natalie Jones. We dive into how she balances her communications career while working on the ranch, what is going on at the ranch and what the ranching lifestyle looks like in the beautiful sandhills of Nebraska.

This week I visit with communications specialist, rancher and beef enthusiast, Natalie Jones. We dive into how she balances her communications career while working on the ranch, what is going on at the ranch and what the ranching lifestyle looks like in the beautiful sandhills of Nebraska.

Ep. 39: Steak and the Sandhills: Natalie Jones

Color

If you're at the grocery store and choosing a steak to buy, whether your realize it or not, color likely plays a big role in which cut you choose.  This week we talk about what can impact the color of different cuts and what the color can tell you about the product. 

If you're at the grocery store and choosing a steak to buy, whether your realize it or not, color likely plays a big role in which cut you choose.  This week we talk about what can impact the color of different cuts and what the color can tell you about the product.

Ep: 38: Considering Color

May is Beef Month!  Celebrate with a steak and hear a deep dive into various aspects of the beef industry. 

May is Beef Month!  Celebrate with a steak and hear a deep dive into various aspects of the beef industry.

Ep. 37: Happy Beef Month!

For years my grandparents, Clarence and Alice Lems, spent their days in the sheep business. This week I had the opportunity to visit with them about the business and the changes that they saw in the ag industry over the years. 

For years my grandparents, Clarence and Alice Lems, spent their days in the sheep business. This week I had the opportunity to visit with them about the business and the changes that they saw in the ag industry over the years.

Ep. 36: The Sheep Business: Clarence and Alice Lems (aka Grandpa and Grandma)

This week I had the chance to visit with my good friend, Sierra Jepsen, who is a graduate student at University of Idaho.  Sierra shares about how she got involved in meat science, her research in the beef world and about her experiences repping Team Beef.

This week I had the chance to visit with my good friend, Sierra Jepsen, who is a graduate student at University of Idaho.  Sierra shares about how she got involved in meat science, her research in the beef world and about her experiences repping Team Beef.

Ep. 35: Tender Steaks and Tough Mudders:Sierra Jepsen

This week we go through an update on some market numbers, prices and news stories to get you updated on some of the happenings in the meat industry. 

This week we go through an update on some market numbers, prices and news stories to get you updated on some of the happenings in the meat industry.

Ep. 34: What's the Haps?

Mike Dickinson

If you are like me, you LOVE a Costco rotisserie chicken.  This week I had the chance to visit with Mike Dickinson, one of the farmers that raises the birds for Costco. He shared some awesome insight into what poultry production looks like and the process of getting the $4.99 rotisserie chicken to your table. 

If you are like me, you LOVE a Costco rotisserie chicken.  This week I had the chance to visit with Mike Dickinson, one of the farmers that raises the birds for Costco. He shared some awesome insight into what poultry production looks like and the process of getting the $4.99 rotisserie chicken to your table.

Ep. 33: Costco, the Champion of Chicken: Mike Dickinson

This weekend is Super Bowl Sunday!!  To celebrate, this week's episode talks about the role the meat industry plays in the big game. 

This weekend is Super Bowl Sunday!!  To celebrate, this week's episode talks about the role the meat industry plays in the big game.

Ep. 32: Steak and the Super Bowl 

Welcome to The Meating Room! This podcast will keep you up to date on what is happening in the meat industry, as well as provide an in depth discussion of all things relating to meat safety, quality and production.The views, information, or opinions expressed in The Meating Room are solely those of the individuals involved and do not represent those of their employers.

Say hello to one of the NE Beef Ambassadors, TaraLee Hudson! In this episode, we learn a little bit about TaraLee's background in the industry, experience as a NE Beef Ambassador and hear about her viewpoints on things that concern and excite her about the future of the beef industry. 

Say hello to one of the NE Beef Ambassadors, TaraLee Hudson! In this episode, we learn a little bit about TaraLee's background in the industry, experience as a NE Beef Ambassador and hear about her viewpoints on things that concern and excite her about the future of the beef industry.

Ep. 31: NE Beef Ambassador: TaraLee Hudson

Looking at the meat counter can be pretty overwhelming. From differences in ground beef to picking the best bacon, this week we dive into a few tips to keep in mind the next time you're filling your cart!

Looking at the meat counter can be pretty overwhelming. From differences in ground beef to picking the best bacon, this week we dive into a few tips to keep in mind the next time you're filling your cart!

Ep. 30: At the Meat Counter

This week we wrap up 2021 with a recap of some of the news stories about the meat industry!  I am thankful that 2021 brought the opportunity to start this podcast and for all of those that listen in.  Thank you for joining me in The Meating Room this year, and we will see you in 2022!

This week we wrap up 2021 with a recap of some of the news stories about the meat industry!  I am thankful that 2021 brought the opportunity to start this podcast and for all of those that listen in.  Thank you for joining me in The Meating Room this year, and we will see you in 2022!

Ep. 29: Happy New Year!

I did not always know I wanted to work in meat science. In fact, it wasn't really even on my radar.  This week, I talk about my journey to meat science and how my faith has been impacted because of this industry. Though it may not resemble a plot of a Hallmark movie, it's still a pretty great reason to celebrate this holiday season. "Consider the ravens: they neither sow nor reap, they have neither storehouse nor barn, and yet God feeds them. Of how much more value are you than the birds!" Luke 12:24

I did not always know I wanted to work in meat science. In fact, it wasn't really even on my radar.  This week, I talk about my journey to meat science and how my faith has been impacted because of this industry. Though it may not resemble a plot of a Hallmark movie, it's still a pretty great reason to celebrate this holiday season.  "Consider the ravens: they neither sow nor reap, they have neither storehouse nor barn, and yet God feeds them. Of how much more value are you than the birds!" Luke 12:24

Ep. 28: Christmas in the Carcass Cooler

Becca Furbeck is a meat science PhD student with a passion for bacteria.  From best by dates and shelf life to best handling practices, it was such a fun conversation about some of her research and how it applies to everyday life.  

Becca Furbeck is a meat science PhD student with a passion for bacteria.  From best by dates and shelf life to best handling practices, it was such a fun conversation about some of her research and how it applies to everyday life.

Ep. 27: Bacteria with Becca: Rebecca Furbeck

Recently, I was able to be interviewed by the Meat + Poultry Podcast about my career and what led me to meat science. This week's episode features that interview and will provide a look into the path that led me to where I am today. Thank you to Meat + Poultry for the great conversation!

Recently, I was able to be interviewed by the Meat + Poultry Podcast about my career and what led me to meat science. This week's episode features that interview and will provide a look into the path that led me to where I am today. Thank you to Meat + Poultry for the great conversation!

Ep. 26: Meat + Poultry Podcast Guest Interview

Animal protein is not only a large portion of the diet, but can also take up a good chunk of the budget. In this episode we breakdown the value of a beef animal and how that can evolve from when the animal is on the hoof to when the final product makes it to the plate. 

Animal protein is not only a large portion of the diet, but can also take up a good chunk of the budget. In this episode we breakdown the value of a beef animal and how that can evolve from when the animal is on the hoof to when the final product makes it to the plate.

Ep. 25: The Value of Beef

Earlier this fall I was able to moderate a panel on Direct to Consumer Marketing of Meat Products.  This panel featured Dan and Clarissa Feldman of Setting D Ranch and Jaclyn Wilson with Flying Diamond Beef. These episode features the panel discussion and includes great insight from folks working everyday in the direct to consumer business. 

Earlier this fall I was able to moderate a panel on Direct to Consumer Marketing of Meat Products.  This panel featured Dan and Clarissa Feldman of Setting D Ranch and Jaclyn Wilson with Flying Diamond Beef. These episode features the panel discussion and includes great insight from folks working everyday in the direct to consumer business.

Ep. 24: Direct to Consumer Marketing of Meat

This week I am joined by Nelson Gaydos, Outreach Specialist for the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP).  Nelson provides an insight into his position as well as explains some of the opportunities available for processors within AAMP.

This week I am joined by Nelson Gaydos, Outreach Specialist for the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP).  Nelson provides an insight into his position as well as explains some of the opportunities available for processors within AAMP.

Ep. 23: AAMPing Up Processed Meats: Nelson Gaydos

This week, we visit with Dr. Jessica Lancaster who oversees a multimillion pound fajita meat line at Buckhead Meat and Seafood in Houston, TX.  Not only do the meat products that you see in the store have a meat scientist behind them, but often times your favorite recipes at restaurants are backed by a meat scientist as well! Dr. Lancaster visits about her experience in this role, the transition from school into full time, and her experiences in graduate school. 

This week, we visit with Dr. Jessica Lancaster who oversees a multimillion pound fajita meat line at Buckhead Meat and Seafood in Houston, TX.  Not only do the meat products that you see in the store have a meat scientist behind them, but often times your favorite recipes at restaurants are backed by a meat scientist as well! Dr. Lancaster visits about her experience in this role, the transition from school into full time, and her experiences in graduate school.

Ep. 22: Managing the Fajita Line: Dr. Jessica Lancaster

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