Fill Your Plate Now Podcast
Farm to Carton: Dr. Schack on Her Children’s Book, Connecting Kids to Dairy Farming, Episode 73
Join hosts Tammy Baker and Julie Murphree on Fill Your Plate Now for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Michelle Schack—Arizona dairy veterinarian, mom, social media educator known as The Dairy Doc, and co-founder of DairyKind. Dr. Schack shares the story behind her new children’s book, DairyDoc’s Discovery Goggles: Milk from Cow to Carton, which takes young readers on an exciting journey through the milk supply chain—from the farm and bulk tanks to processing plants, pasteurization, and grocery shelves. Inspired by kids’ questions (and misconceptions) about where milk really comes from, this fun, educational adventure highlights the science, teamwork, and dedicated people behind one of America’s favorite foods. Tune in to explore how this book sparks curiosity in the next generation, bridges the farm-to-table gap, supports agricultural literacy, and encourages appreciation for modern dairy farming, animal care, and the careers that make it all possible. Whether you’re a parent, educator, or simply curious about your food, this episode delivers wholesome insights and practical ways to talk to kids about nutrition and agriculture. Available now on all major podcast platforms—don’t miss this fresh take on filling your plate with knowledge!
Raising Kids and Cattle: How One Young Arizona Ranch Couple Manages in Modern Times, Episode 72
Join us on Fill Your Plate Now for an inspiring conversation with Ben and Ashley Menges — a young, hardworking…
Fill Your Plate Securely: Dr. Wolker on Battling the Screwworm Before It Hits Arizona, Episode 71
Join Fill Your Plate Now for a critical conversation with Dr. Ryan Wolker, DVM, Arizona’s State Veterinarian with the Arizona…
Large Animal Vet Life, Dairy Regulations & Consumer Myths: Inside Look with Dr. Runyon, Episode 70
Discover the real story behind dairy cow care with Dr. Kandice Runyon, DVM, Director of Animal Wellbeing at United Dairymen…
360 Days of Sunshine: How the Desert Became America’s Winter Salad Bowl, Episode 69
Discover how Arizona’s incredible climate powers our state’s agriculture. With over 300 days of blazing sunshine, mild desert winters, and…
Life & Legacy on Desperado Dairy, Episode 68
Join us on a captivating journey into the heart of agriculture and dairy farming at Desperado Dairy. In this podcast,…
Award-Winning Chef + Dietitian Jackie Newgent on Making Healthy Food Irresistible, Episode 67
Join us on “Fill Your Plate Now” for an inspiring conversation with Jackie Newgent, RDN — a classically trained chef…
Ranch Chores, 4-H Courage & Steak Dreams: Fun Chat with Young Carey Dobson & Mom, Alex, Episode 66
Join us for a delightful and inspiring episode of “Fill Your Plate Now” with 9-year-old Carey Dobson and his mom,…
Butcher Solutions on Wheels: How Revolutionizing Meat Processing Brings Better Beef Home, Episode 65
In this episode of Fill Your Plate Now, we sit down with Sierra Anthony — meat scientist, owner of Butcher…
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