Fill Your Plate Now Podcast
From Sportswriter to Food Champion: Brown on Feeding Millions at America’s 1st Food Bank, Episode 64
In this inspiring episode of Fill Your Plate Now, we welcome Jerry Brown, Director of Public Relations for St. Mary’s Food Bank. With 17 years at the organization, and more than 20 years prior as a respected Valley sportswriter covering the Suns, Coyotes, and Diamondbacks, Jerry brings a unique perspective to the fight against hunger. On our farm gate to your plate focus, dives deep into the importance of making food available to those with limited resources. Discover the remarkable story of St. Mary’s Food Bank—the very first food bank established in the United States. Today, it stands as one of the largest food banks in the world, proudly serving millions of meals each year across Arizona and beyond. Recognized as a Four-Star Charity by Charity Navigator, one of America’s Top 100 Charities by Forbes, and the Largest Phoenix-Area Nonprofit Organization for Service Assistance according to the Phoenix Business Journal, St. Mary’s continues to lead with compassion and impact. Join us for an engaging conversation about the power of community, the evolution of hunger relief, and how one organization’s mission continues to fill plates and change lives across the Valley and the nation. Whether you’re passionate about local impact or simply want to learn how you can help, this episode will leave you inspired.
Registered Dietitian PhD Shares Evidence-Based Dairy Tips for Everyday Wellness, Episode 63
On today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Kristin Ricklefs-Johnson, Director of Nutrition Research at the National Dairy Council. Dr. Ricklefs-Johnson…
Why the West’s Irrigated Farms Are Critical to America’s Food Security, Episode 62
Samantha Barncastle, Executive Director of the Family Farm Alliance, is an attorney with 17+ years in water law and natural…
More Joy for Cooking from Our Beloved Arizona Chef: Part 2, Episode 61
Join us on Fill Your Plate Now for an incredibly fun and informative conversation with Arizona’s beloved chef and cooking…
AZ’s Favorite Chef Jan D’Atri Shares Her Joy for Cooking: Garlic, Cheese, & More! Part 1, Episode 60
Join us on Fill Your Plate Now for an incredibly fun and informative conversation with Arizona’s beloved chef and cooking…
How to Fuel Like a High-Performer Without Giving Up Flavor or Culture, Episode 59
Men’s Health Nutrition Adviser and high-performance mentor Dezi Abeyta, RDN, joins hosts Julie Murphree and Tammy Baker to talk real…
2026 Farm Sector Crisis: Tale of Two Farm Economies, Truths Revealed, Episode 58
In this must-watch episode of Fill Your Plate Now, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Danny Munch breaks down the brutal…
Arizona’s Hidden Gem: Meet the Retirees Who Built an Award-Winning Winery from Scratch, Episode 57
In this landmark episode of Fill Your Plate Now — the first time we’ve welcomed an Arizona winemaker to the…
Unlocking Arizona’s Local Food Power: Farm-to-School, Nutrition Insights: Episode 56
Discover how the Arizona Department of Agriculture safeguards and nourishes Arizona families every day! In this eye-opening episode of Fill…
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