Tune in to the season two finale of Stocking the Pantry. In this episode, we dive deeper into the community garden conversation and explore how gardening can support Indigenous youth. Host Carlos sits down with three guests from Wisconsin to discuss food sovereignty, cultural preservation, and how extension programs can work together with local tribes.

Guests:

• Bridget Rongner, FoodWIse Administrator at University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension (bridget.rongner@wisc.edu)

• Laura Merchant, Youth Enrichment Scholarship Coordinator for the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin (lauram@stcroixojibwe-nsn.gov)

• Janine McNulty, Higher Education Coordinator for the St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin (janinem@stcroixojibwe-nsn.gov)

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In this episode, hosts Colby and Tee sit down with Holly Lacell, SNAP-Ed Senior Coordinator for Washington State University’s Yakima County Extension. Holly explains how community gardens can be healing for individuals in recovery from a substance use disorder. She also gives advice to other SNAP-Ed implementers who are curious about starting their own community gardens. Plus, Colby and Tee share some of their own gardening experiences.

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Tune in to the latest episode of Stocking the Pantry, titled “Nutrition and Community in Substance Use Prevention & Recovery.” In this episode, hosts Colby and Tee sit down with Michelle Frye-Spray, MS, CPS, Senior Manager of Workforce Development at the Center for the Application of Substance Abuse Technologies (CASAT). Michelle shares insights on the critical role of community, connection, and trauma-informed care in preventing substance use disorders. Together, they explore how nutrition, community building, and evidence-based strategies intersect in both public health and SNAP-Ed programs to create safer, healthier environments. Tune in to learn how we can move beyond fear and stigma, focusing on prevention and resilience to support those at risk in our communities.

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Tune in to the latest episode of Stocking the Pantry, titled “Universal Design In Health Education.” Hosts Tee and Colby speak with Lindsey Mullis, M.S., Ph.D. ABD, Inclusive Health & Wellness Director at the Human Development Institute at the University of Kentucky.

In this episode, they explore universal design strategies in SNAP-Ed messaging and programming. These strategies encompass principles and approaches that enable all individuals—regardless of ability, learning style, or culture—to access programs and services without the need for adaptation or additional assistance.

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Tune in to the latest episode of Stocking the Pantry, titled “Addressing Body Image In Nutrition Education.” Hosts Tee and Colby chat with Jennie Altman, MS, RDN, Community Programs Manager for AZ Health Zone (Arizona’s SNAP-Ed program).

In this episode, we explore strategies for addressing body image and combating anti-fat bias in SNAP-Ed programming and messaging. We discuss AZ Health Zone’s “The Language of Health” toolkit, designed to guide conversations about health, nutrition, physical activity, fitness, diet culture, and body size using an asset-framing and strengths-based approach.

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Tune in to the latest episode of Stocking the Pantry, “SNAP-Ed & Next Generation Health Educators,” hosted by Carlos Alessandrini, a new addition to our host team! Carlos is a Senior Program Coordinator at Leah’s Pantry, organizing food distributions and Spanish-speaking workshops. In this episode, Carlos interviews three exceptional California State University students about their unique experiences with their campus food security programs.

Guests:

• Vincent Lopez, MS Nutritional Science, California State University, Long Beach

• Venicia L. Santana, BS Nutrition – Dietetics Option, Cal Poly Pomona

• Giselle Corral, B.S., California State University, Dominguez Hills

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Tune in to the latest episode of Stocking the Pantry, titled “CFHL Nutrition Education on College Campuses.” Host Tee engaged in an insightful conversation with Alyson Wylie, Program Manager at Chico State’s Center for Healthy Communities, and Claudia Lopez, a Dietetic Intern and M.S. candidate in Food & Nutritional Sciences at California State University, Fresno.

In this episode, explore strategies for engaging California college students in nutrition programs and learn how to leverage dietetics and nutrition students as effective peer educators.

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Check out Episode 3 of Stocking The Pantry’s second season. Hosts Tee and Colby interview Dr. Sabrina Falquier, Founder of Sensations Salud in San Diego County.

Dr. Falquier is a board-certified Internal, Culinary, and Lifestyle Medicine physician. She also serves as the Board Chair of Olivewood Gardens (tune into the podcast for more details). Dr. Falquier describes her work as empowering individuals to achieve better health through nutritional knowledge and culinary literacy.

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