From poultry science to food science via microbiology, Jane Caldwell is a woman of many talents who is ever curious.  We discuss her journey through life, family, and career to her current role as a science communicator writing articles for publications like Food Technology.  Hear about her philosophy and tips on writing, including her thoughts on AI. She shares her life wisdom garnered from facing challenges head-on with curiosity and wit.  Jane is a voracious reader and talented musician and composer.  Check out her folk music band, The Bold Deniers and her podcast, On Medical Grounds.The Bold Deniers, Victory Waltz  Victory WaltzOn Medical Grounds podcast  Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Terrence Ward is a year 2016  alumnus of the Food, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition Sciences Department at NC State University.  He discovered his interest in food science while in the army.  Today he audits food processing facilities, and even grocery stores, to be sure the food produced and sold is safe for the US Armed Forces.  We talk about his o food science story, travels, joys and challenges of a career as a food auditor.Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Amena Kadibhai is a Raleigh, North Carolina native and a 2011 alumna of the Food, Bioprocessing, and Nutrition Sciences Department here at NC State.  A tussle with organic chemistry made her question her pre-med career path, but discussions and classes with former NC State professors Brian Farkas and Fletcher Arritt got her back on track with Food Science.  She’s never looked back.  Hear about the wisdom Amena gained learning from the experience of both those she works for and those who work for her and why in the name of work/life balance she answers work calls at 3:00 am.  Once again, this episode features NC State student Emilize Momplaisir as guest host. Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Along with special guest host Health and Wellness Coach Emilize Momplasir, we unpack the joys and the challenges Dr. Lisard Iglesias has experienced in his transition from student to scientist.  His research area is the microbiome, the intersection of microbiology, food science, and nutrition.  We discuss the strategies he uses to manage the dynamic balance between work and life.Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Happy New Year Everyone!  In this first WDFS episode of the new year and the new season on Food Science Careers, we start out talking about the many different types of job in the food science universe.  Are you into tech?  There are jobs out there.  Interested in food safety?  Absolutely.  Like the business or marketing aspects of food?  Yes, there are jobs there, too!  We outline eleven different career directions. Regardless of the path you choose you will face personal and professional challenges.  We are asking our guests and ourselves what strategies can be used to manage the stress and the strain and what others do to relax.  Spoiler alert.  We don’t have all the answers, but we do think there is value in sharing perspectives.  Join us on the journey!Careers in Food Science from Undergraduate to Professional by Richard W Hartel (Editor), Christina P. Klawitter (Editor)https://www.amazon.com/Careers-Food-Science-Undergraduate-Professional/dp/0387773908Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Dr. Minliang Yang will be joining NC State as a professor focused on sustainability in January 2023.  Her research focuses on techno-economic and life cycle analysis in sustainability.  Taking in all aspects of sustainability from economic and social impacts to carbon footprints, Minliang shares her research and outlook for North Carolina at NC State with us.WDFS Host Keith is now an educational television star!  Check him out here on Sci NC:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NSN5k8tiDIGot a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Adam Yee, a food scientist, entrepreneur, and host of the My Food Job Rocks!, shares his hot takes on startups, alternative proteins, supply chain, and worldwide travel.   His recent travels have taken him to Asia where he has done some exploring.  He takes some time while in Raleigh, NC to chat with us about podcasting, alternative proteins and the food business considerations when it comes to sustainability. During the podcast, we hear the buzziest of sustainability buzzwords, like "hype-cycle", "greenwashing", and "deep-tech".  Our favorite quote from Adam about his work in the sustainable foods arena is "...we have to believe that we are working for a better future".  This is also a great episode if you want to get some practical tips on how to maximize your networking skills in the age of LinkedIn and other social media platforms.  Please Note: The audio fades in a few places, but Adam's message comes across loud and clear.Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Dr. Josip Simunovic, NC State research professor, entrepreneur, and science fiction fan, takes us along on his journey into microwave and aseptic processing, two technologies that are making food safer, more stable, and more nutritious in North Carolina and around the world, all without the need for a refrigerator or a freezer.  As the tale unravels, we hear about the colleagues and mentors he has worked with along the way.Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Drs. Helen Joyner and Ty Wagoner, both alumni of NC State and employees of Perfect Day, join us to discuss precision fermentation in the food industry.  Precision fermentation can create products, like specific milk proteins, without a cow being involved in the process at all.  We discuss sustainability, the challenges of marketing a very different type of food product, and discover that cows are big Lou Reed fans. Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!

Dr. Jeremiah Johnson, an NC State University professor, is pretty excited about what he does. It’s not surprising since it is making a difference in the current state of energy usage and decreasing the carbon footprint.  By using buildings as batteries and examining the entire lifecycle of things like rentable scooters in urban areas, Jeremiah is finding more efficient and better ways to utilize the resources we have. Check out Jeremiah’s website:http://www.jxjohnson.com/Got a questions for us? Email us at [email protected] take a minute to help others find our podcast by leaving a rating and comment on your podcasting app!