The 'Sader Digest
The 'Sader Digest —where health, wellness, and food collide with a whole lot of flavor!
We’re here to dish out fresh ideas and fun conversations about how to eat well, live better, and make food choices that fuel your body and mind. From Holy Cross dining hacks to mastering the art of cooking on your own, we’re serving up everything you need to know to stay healthy and feel your best.
Whether you’re curious about what’s on your plate, looking for simple tips to level up your meals, or just want to geek out about all things food, this podcast is for you. Think of us as your foodie friends with a side of wellness wisdom.
Grab a seat, press play, and let’s dig in!
Podcasting since 2025 • 14 episodes
The 'Sader Digest
Latest Episodes
Practicing Safe Food: More Than Just Wrapping It Up
Grab your thermometers and put down that dented can of beans because Brad is about to school you on food safety like never before! In this episode, we're talking all things temperatures, bacteria, and the things you should NEVER eat—like a bulg...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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34:55
Building a Degree, Blending Nutrition: Here's To You Carly Robinson
Get ready to dive into a world of nutrition, sports, some snacks and dorm room cooking! Host Alex is joined by the one and only Brad Shannon and our special guest, Carly Robinson, a grad assistant in the Wellness Department at Holy Cross. Carly...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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33:42
Label Me Confused: Decoding Nutrition Myths & Smart Shopping
In this episode, Brad and Alex tackle the wild world of nutrition labels – because, let’s face it, who actually reads them unless they’re hunting for the secret sugar stash? They’ll guide you through deciphering all that confusing jargon like "...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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28:52
Udderly Local: Keeping Milk Close to Home, with a Farmer’s Story
In this a-moo-sing episode, Brad is alone in the studio again, and this week we have a Special Guest from Mapleline Farm, our Milk supplier for the campus. In this week's episode we milk the truth from a real-life dairy farmer to le...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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35:29
Buzzwords and Bellyaches: The Battle Between Marketing and Real Food
In this episode, Brad and Alex discuss the challenges of navigating food marketing and making healthier choices. They explore the impact of labels and buzzwords like “plant-powered microbiome approved” and “prebiotic,” using the example o...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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27:54