Stocking the Pantry

In this episode, Colby talks with Dr. Marianna Wetherill and Lacey Caywood about their ongoing research study, NOURISH OK. The study looks at how a monthly curated food  box affects insulin resistance and inflammation in people living with HIV over a three month period.  They discuss the study's design, recruitment strategies, and the importance of community engagement. Tune in to learn about their inspiring journey and the promising potential of food as medicine!Find out more about the study at www.howdoyounourish.org. Read the published papers  here:Defining what Matters: Use of Q Methodology to Identify Food Values among People Living with HIV Affected by Food InsecurityUnpacking determinants and consequences of food insecurity for insulin resistance among people living with HIV: Conceptual framework and protocol for the NOURISH-OK study

In this episode, Carlos talks with Kristine Wolcott, a Counselor, PhD candidate, and Health and Wellness teacher at San Francisco Waldorf High School. They discuss the importance of breathwork, movement, and relational trust in promoting overall well-being and offer insights into creating a meaningful connection with one's body for better health outcomes.

In this episode, Tee talks with Christi Garner, co-founder of Holistic Emotional First Aid (HEFA), a trauma-informed model that offers body-based tools for emotional regulation and recovery. Designed to be accessible to people from all industries and walks of life, HEFA empowers individuals and communities to respond to stress and adversity through practical, everyday practices rooted in neuroscience, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning. Tune in for real-world stories and actionable tools that reconnect us to ourselves and each other.Visit the HEFA website at www.holisticemotionalfirstaid.orgFollow HEFA on Instagram @HEFA_collective

In this episode, Colby and Carlos talk with Diane Moss, Managing Director at Project New Village in southeastern San Diego. Project New Village serves an area they call the Good Food District with urban gardens, a mobile farmers’ market, and an upcoming food and resource hub called The Village. Join Carlos and Colby as they explore how Project New Village gets San Diegans excited about urban gardening, unique community programming, and a holistic approach to well-being.Learn more about Project New Village at projectnewvillage.org. You can check out the Project Good Food podcast on its website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. View photos from Carlos’ visit to the Project New Village gardens in our Google Drive.Download the PDF of The Good Food District Need Report.We want to hear from you! Join the discussion for each episode on our Peer Learning Community: https://www.nutritionsecurityplc.org/c/podcast/16

In this episode, Colby is joined by a special guest host: Leah’s Pantry Executive Director, Adrienne Markworth! Colby and Adrienne sit down with Alex Navarro and Olivia Teter from Second Harvest Silicon Valley to discuss what it means to take a trauma-informed approach to food distribution, nutrition education, and community service. Learn more about the Journal of Trauma-Informed Community Health, Nutrition, and Physical Activity (J-TICH) at j-tich.org.Visit Second Harvest of Silicon Valley’s website at shfb.org.Watch Second Harvest’s videos about a trauma-informed approach on their YouTube channel Second Harvest’s multilingual hotline is 866-234-3663.New episodes of Stocking the Pantry drop monthly. Come curious, leave inspired. Follow us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg for more.We want to hear from you! Join the discussion for each episode on our Peer Learning Community

We’re back with Season 3 of Stocking the Pantry, a CalFresh Healthy Living podcast hosted by Leah’s Pantry. To kick off the season, we’re revisiting some of our favorite moments from Season 2. Join us as we reflect on past episodes and insights from our guests. Stick around until the end for Colby’s current go-to recipe! This episode features highlights from these incredible guests: -Annie Lindsay-Claudia Lopez-Jennie Altman-Lindsey Mullis-Holly Lacell New episodes of Stocking the Pantry drop monthly. Come curious, leave inspired. Follow us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg for more. We want to hear from you! Join the discussion for each episode on our Peer Learning Community: https://www.nutritionsecurityplc.org/c/podcast/16

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) Come curious, leave inspired. Follow us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg for more. We want to hear from you! Join the discussion for each episode on our Peer Learning Community: https://www.nutritionsecurityplc.org/c/podcast/16

In this episode, hosts Colby and Tanesha 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 Tanesha share some of their own gardening experiences. New episodes of Stocking the Pantry drop every month. Come curious, leave inspired, and check us out on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.We want to hear from you! Join the discussion for every episode on our Peer Learning Community: https://www.nutritionsecurityplc.org/c/podcast/16

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 Tanesha 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.New episodes drop at the end of each month. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

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. New episodes drop at the end of each month. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

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.  New episodes drop at the end of each month. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

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 New episodes are set to debut at the end of each month. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

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. Join the discussion by sharing your thoughts in the Podcast Category on the Nutrition Security Peer Learning Community.   New episodes are set to debut at the end of each month.   Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg. 

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.    Join the discussion by sharing your thoughts in the Podcast Category on the Nutrition Security Peer Learning Community.   New episodes are set to debut at the end of each month.   Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg. 

DISCLAIMER: Stocking the Pantry invites guests with a wide variety of opinions and perspectives. Guest/host opinions are their own and do not represent the views of Leah's Pantry. On Episode 2, “Exploring Nutrition in Substance Use Recovery,” hosts Colby and Tee profile Dr. Annie Lindsay, from the University of Nevada, Reno, in an insightful interview about her journey in nutrition education and research.  With more than 30 years of experience, Dr. Lindsay has crafted bespoke programs, including direct work with women in correctional settings suffering with Substance Use Disorder. New episodes are set to debut at the end of each month.   Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg. Learn More About Dr. Annie Lindsay: https://www.unlv.edu/news/article/making-nevada-healthier-place or, Dr. Annie Lindsay UNR bio page - https://extension.unr.edu/profile.aspx?ID=866 Our Leah’s Pantry course featuring Dr. Annie Lindsay: https://leahspantry.org/product/nutrition-food-security-support/ Research references/ links: Hadland, Park, and Bagley https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5937046/ Yang, Wong, Grivel, and Hasin https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5854406/

We are back with Season II of Stocking the Pantry, a CalFresh Healthy Living podcast, hosted by Leah’s Pantry. We’re kicking off Season II by revisiting fresh thoughts and fruitful conversations from Season I. Join us as we highlight precious moments from our guests, including thought leaders, community practitioners, and professionals working across settings and sectors to discuss how we can all support flourishing and resilient communities through a trauma-informed lens.   New episodes debut every month.  Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg. Episodes 1 & 2Adrienne MarkworthMonica Bhagwan Episode 3Francis VillalpandoSharon Plunkett Episode 4Wendy WillardVanessa Davis Episode 5Maggie HoeyNicole Eddy Episode 6Cailin McLaughlinCristina Luquin Episode 7Noelle DiSanoCole Morales Episode 8Lina NasrRoberto Ramirez Episode 9Casey Bakhsh

Follow Stocking The Pantry this month for a special episode highlighting an innovative non-profit based in Tulsa, Oklahoma and their extra special Second Cup Lunch program at the intersection of SNAP-ed. Wondering what your top domains are? Tune in as hosts Colby and Tee Explore The Meaning Of Food, which is also a questionnaire, developed by researchers: Noami Arbit, Matthew Ruby, and Paul Rosin from Columbia University (Teachers College) and The University of Pennsylvania (Department of Psychology) respectively. The questionnaire has been adapted by Leah's Pantry, and is offered in English, Spanish, and Russian. Colby then sits down for a meaningful conversation with Casey Bakhsh, CPO of TulsaCARES, a social service organization in Tulsa, Oklahoma, that specializes in providing wrap-around services and compassionate care to folks who are low income and living with HIV, AIDS and/or Hepatitis C. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

Follow Stocking The Pantry this month for a special (3) episode series highlighting sessions at the upcoming CalFresh Healthy Living Forum.  Hosts Tee and Colby anchor a lively and inspiring conversation with Lina Nasr and Roberto Ramirez from the County of San Diego, Aging & Independence Services. Our guests are at the forefront of engagement planning with older adult communities and will present a session (see below) entitled: Innovative Strategies to Engage Low-Income Older Adults in Creating Community Change. The CalFresh Healthy Living (California's SNAP-ED program), holds an annual conference in October (23rd-25th at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Garden Grove, CA).  This year’s theme is: Equity in Action: Supporting Healthy Communities Together.  Even if you are not able to attend in person, you'll enjoy these insightful conversations. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

Follow Stocking The Pantry this month, for a special (3) episode series highlighting sessions at the upcoming CalFresh Healthy Living Forum.  Join hosts Colby and Tee in conversation with Noelle DiSano and Cole Morales from the Center for Healthy Communities (CHC), California State University, Chico. Our guests actively apply trauma informed practices within their work with 19 sovereign tribes in the Northern California region and will be presenting a session (see below) full of best practices and insights, titled: Engaging Tribal Communities.  The CalFresh Healthy Living program (State of California SNAP-ED), holds an annual conference in October (23rd-25th at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Garden Grove, CA).  This year’s theme is: Equity in Action: Supporting Healthy Communities Together.  Even if you are not able to attend in person, you'll enjoy these insightful conversations. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.

Follow Stocking The Pantry this month, for a special (3) episode series highlighting sessions at the upcoming CalFresh Healthy Living Forum.  On this episode, join hosts Colby and Tee as they speak with Cailin McLaughlin and Cristina Luquin from the University of California State Office, about Inclusive Organizational Practices and their session (see below) titled: Creating Inclusive Spaces for Participants with Disabilities.  The CalFresh Healthy Living program, (State of California SNAP-ED), holds an annual conference in October (23rd-25th at the Hyatt Regency Orange County in Garden Grove, CA).  This year’s theme is: Equity in Action: Supporting Healthy Communities Together.  Even if you are not able to attend in person, you'll enjoy these insightful conversations. Come curious, leave inspired, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram at @leahspantryorg.