The Meating Room
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.
Episodes
49 episodes
Ep. 49: Schweid & Sons-The Very Best Burger: Jamie Schweid
Ground beef is the most commonly consumed form of beef in the US. This week, I visited with Jamie Schweid, President and CEO of Schweid & Sons, Inc., a 4th generation, family owned ground beef business. You can find Schweid & Sons burge...
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Ep. 48: Studying the Steak: Dr. Jessica Lancaster
Dr. Jessica Lancaster is the Director of Product Quality Research for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association and joins us this week to visit about the research happening in the beef world and the connection of academia to industry!
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Ep. 47: Art and Science of Aging Beef
Christmas is fast approaching and for many people that means it is time to get the perfect prime rib. For some, the perfect cut may come along with some aging time. This episode talks about wet and dry aging and how they can improve the final p...
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Ep. 46: Meat Things to Know
Like our teachers always said, if one person has a question, there are likely others wondering it as well! This week we visit about some of the questions I have received recently. It might just be something you have wondered about too!
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Ep. 45: Beef, Building Opportunities
Through my interest in the beef industry, I have had so many cool opportunities to grow my industry knowledge, travel and most importantly-meet people! This week I visit about some of the doors that have been opened for me in the beef business ...
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Ep. 44: Back of the Steak is the Steer
"Back of the bread is the flour, back of the flour is the mill, back of the mill is the sun and the rain and the Maker's will." This saying from middle church camp has always stuck out to me as a reminder of the work that went into produc...
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Ep. 43: The News
A lot is happening in the meat industry! This week we recap some of the top news stories impacting the industry today.
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Ep. 42: Pork, Bringing People Together: Hayden Kerkaert
This week I am joined by Hayden Kerkaert, a swine nutritionist for Pipestone Systems. On the episode we talk about pork quality and the steps to ensure that a safe product makes it to your table. Thank you to Meat the Neighbors for sponsoring t...
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Ep. 41: Hormone Havoc
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 ...
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Ep. 40: Start of Something New
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...
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Ep. 39: Steak and the Sandhills: 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 look...
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Ep: 38: Considering 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 ...
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Ep. 37: Happy Beef Month!
May is Beef Month! Celebrate with a steak and hear a deep dive into various aspects of the beef industry.
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Ep. 36: The Sheep Business: Clarence and Alice Lems (aka Grandpa and Grandma)
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.
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Ep. 35: Tender Steaks and Tough Mudders:Sierra Jepsen
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 r...
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Ep. 34: What's the Haps?
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.
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Ep. 33: Costco, the Champion of Chicken: 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...
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Ep. 32: Steak and the Super Bowl
This weekend is Super Bowl Sunday!! To celebrate, this week's episode talks about the role the meat industry plays in the big game.
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Ep. 31: NE Beef Ambassador: TaraLee Hudson
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 h...
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Ep. 30: At the Meat Counter
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!
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Ep. 29: Happy New Year!
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 M...
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Ep. 28: Christmas in the Carcass Cooler
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...
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Ep. 27: Bacteria with Becca: Rebecca Furbeck
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. &nb...
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Ep. 26: Meat + Poultry Podcast Guest Interview
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 t...
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