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Genetics in the Paddock with Emily30 Years of Proof: Why Muscular Cows Mean More Meat, More Profit with Dr Linda Cafe and Brett LittlerJoin us for another insightful episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Linda Cafe, a research scientist from NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development, and Brett Littler, Senior Land Services Officer with Local Land Services. In this episode, we dive deep into a remarkable Australian study that ran from 1992 to 2020, exploring muscle scoring in beef cattle and its impacts on herd productivity and profitability.Linda and Brett share fascinating insights from almost three decades of research, demonstrating how selecting cows for higher muscle scores significantly increases meat yield and carcass efficiency—wi...2025-04-0736 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyDouble Trouble or Double Profit? The Science of Twinning in Cattle with Dr. Leo CumminsJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Leo Cummins, a retired scientist from the Victorian Department of Agriculture. In this episode, we discuss the history behind twinning in cattle from the 1980's, through to what is currently undergoing research.Leo discusses some of the twinning research over in Nebraska, USA, as well as some of the practical challenges that go alongside twinning in cattle. We also discuss sustainability, growth rates of twins and some of the common misconceptions.Join us to listen to Leo's experience with t...2025-03-0230 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyWrinkles, Weather, and Wool: The Genetics of Breech Strike in Merinos with Tracie Bird-GardinerJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Tracie Bird-Gardiner, a Development Officer from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. In this episode, we discuss the significance of breech strike within the Australian Merino sheep industry including the practise of mulesing for controlling this issue.Tracie guides us through some alternative methods to mulesing, focussing on genetic selection and speaks about the tools we currently have available. We also discuss the impact the environment has on the expression of breech strike and various indicator traits for breech strike.2025-02-0221 min

Psychologists Off the ClockPerfect Is Boring (And It Tastes Like Kale) with Jess JohnstonWhat if the very thing keeping you from deep, meaningful friendships is the fear of being your true, imperfect self? This week Michael sits down with Jess Johnston for a chat about authenticity, friendship, and overcoming the fear of rejection. They dive into themes for her book, Perfect Is Boring (and It Tastes Like Kale): Finding Belonging and Purpose Without Changing Who You Are, which offers a refreshing take on embracing who you are while finding your place in the world. Together, they explore the ups and downs of adult friendships, including letting down your gu...2025-01-2258 min

Informed Pregnancy PodcastPostpartum with Emily Johnston (Part 3)In the last of this three part series, labor and delivery nurse Emily Johnston discusses her experience with the postpartum period. She's also a birth and postpartum doula and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) dh to try.Connect with Emily: @littleloomrn and littleloomrn.comWhat is an IBCLC?Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between, IP+ offers everything from prenatal workouts and y...2024-10-3146 min

Informed Pregnancy PodcastBirth with Emily Johnston (Part 2)In the second of this three part series, labor and delivery nurse Emily Johnston discusses her experience with birth. She's also a birth and postpartum doula and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) with an interesting fertility journey to share.Connect with Emily: @littleloomrn and littleloomrn.comWhat is an IBCLC?Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between, IP+ offers everything from prenatal w...2024-10-241h 08

Informed Pregnancy PodcastPregnancy with Emily Johnston (Part 1)In the first of this three part series, labor and delivery nurse Emily Johnston discusses her pregnancy. She's also a birth and postpartum doula and an IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) with an interesting fertility journey to share.Connect with Emily: @littleloomrn and littleloomrn.comWhat is an IBCLC?Want more pregnancy + parenting? Informed Pregnancy Plus is a new streaming platform by pregnancy focused chiropractor Dr. Elliot Berlin. Dedicated to pregnancy, parenting, and everything in between, IP+ offers everything from prenatal workouts and y...2024-10-171h 05

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyBreeders are Cheating the System with BREEDPLAN? With Dr. Matt Wolcott and Catriona MillenJoin us for another very exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Matt Wolcott (Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit) and Catriona Millen (Agricultural Business Research Institute) for a mythbusting episode. We discuss common misconceptions that arise when using the BREEDPLAN genetic evaluation service for beef cattle.Matt and Catriona discuss several topics such as low heritability traits, low accuracy, cheating the system, breeding values being the only important factor and more.Join us to hear more about these common misconceptions, and what the explanations behind this proven and powerful technology...2024-10-0630 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyFrom Data to Practice: Practical Applications for Breeding Programs with Professor Sam ClarkJoin us for another interesting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Professor Sam Clark in Quantitative Genetics, from the University of New England. In this episode, we discuss the importance and practical use of reference data sets, the value of genomics, breeding programme design and personal insights and reflections.Sam takes us through how he finds the balance between research and teaching. We also discuss some of the biggest challenges, memorable moments and the importance of collaboration within the research space.Come along to hear Sam's experience, working in Quantitative Genetics a...2024-09-3041 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyPhD-NA? A PhD Perspective in Quantitative Genetics with Dr. Dominic WatersJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Dominic Waters, an Associate Professor in Quantitative Genetics at University of New England (UNE), and a recent PhD graduate. In this episode, we discuss the Dom's experience during his PhD, including some of the important work he dedicated his time to.Dom offers the unique insights of a recent PhD student who has now dived into the world of academia. He discusses his work that encompassed genotype by environment interactions, and why it was important to capture data across multiple environments...2024-09-2318 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyThe Best of Both Worlds: Eating Quality in Merinos with Dr. Sue MortimerJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Sue Mortimer, a research scientist from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. In this episode, we discuss how to find the balance between wool production and eating quality traits and some of her research findings in improving carcass traits in Merinos.Sue takes us through the research findings from her extensive work done on eating quality in Merinos. We also discuss overall liking scores, different cuts of meat and some of the genetic relationships discovered when considering a dual p...2024-09-1628 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyThe Importance of a Balanced and Holistic Approach to Genetic Improvement with Sally MartinJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Sally Martin, who is the Managing Director and Senior Consultant at SheepMetriX. In this episode, we discuss the the importance of a balanced approach to genetic improvement.Sally offers her own insights around how to balance data with visual assessment when making important purchases and navigating the use of genetic technologies and tools available. This episode also covers some common challenges, as well as how the industry has advanced over time.Come along to hear Sally's perspective sustainability, balanced selection...2024-09-0937 min

A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast451 International Dental Hygiene Symposium in Seoul with Dr. Emily BogeThis is a great episode where we catch up with Dr. Emily Boge having recently returned from the International Federation of Dental Hygienists Symposium in Seoul, South Korea. Few people take the time to really experience culture as they travel, even less so when they travel all the time. Emily talks about the importance of slowing down and taking in all a new country and culture have to offer. Resources: Find her on Social media - @emilyboge on Instagram and Facebook. Her website www.thinkbigdental.com Her email - ereinert@hotmail.c...2024-09-0437 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyFrom Farm to Fork: Enhancing Meat Quality through Science with Dr. David HopkinsJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. David Hopkins, the Chief Editor of the Meat Science Journal. In this episode, we discuss the various topics around meat science and the impact genetic selection can have on these important traits..David offers an interesting perspective, taking us back in time to the coordinated effort of improving the Australian lamb industry. He also explains the importance of tenderness, pH, intramuscular fat and meat colour in relation to eating quality. This episode touches on a range of different topics inside the...2024-09-0249 min

Worthy Mother Podcast[Self-Care Snippet] Trusting Your Gut with Michele JohnstonThis is a Self-Care Snippet from Worthy Mother Podcast. As mothers, we need to prioritize our own care. Within this few-minute long episode, you will hear how our past guests prioritize their own self-care and some tips on how you can do the same. Tune in to the full episode Living Unapologetically and Breaking Out Of Society's Mold with Michele Johnston.Like what you hear? Make sure you are subscribed to Worthy Mother Podcast wherever you like to listen. For more motherhood content and support, connect with me on Instagram @emily.rose.hardy...2024-08-3001 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyWill Selecting for Lower Methane Emissions in Livestock Lower Productivity? With Professor Julius Van der WerfJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Professor Julius van der Werf, a Professor in Animal Breeding and Genetics at University of New England (UNE). In this episode, we discuss the various topics around sustainability, particularly what research is happening in this space at the moment and what it'll mean for various industries.Julius offers unique international insights in the sustainability space and highlights the importance of several projects in the work that will give producers the option to lower the methane output of their ruminant livestock. He also...2024-08-2633 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyMerinos, Terminals, Maternals... It's Time to Talk SheepGenetics with Peta BradleyJoin us for another exciting episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Peta Bradley, the Manager of SheepGenetics (SG) within Meat and Livestock Australia (MLA). In this episode, we discuss the intricacies sheep genetics, with a focus on Peta's insights from the SheepGenetics suite of genetic evaluation services for sheep and goats.Peta discusses her experience working at SG for several years. She shares her insights on how trends have changed and how breeding objectives have shifted over time, giving us much to reflect on. This episode also touches on how performance groups have...2024-08-1940 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyBreeding Beef Beyond Borders: Let's Talk BREEDPLAN with Catriona MillenJoin us for a fascinating episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Catriona Millen, an Extension and Technical Consultant from the Agricultural Business Research Institute (ABRI)'s BREEDPLAN. In this episode, we discuss the intricacies beef genetics, with a focus on Catriona's learnings from the BREEDPLAN genetic evaluation service for beef cattle.Catriona discusses her experience working with global and diverse markets and production systems. She shares her insights the use of Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs), giving us many helpful tips and tricks to implement. This episode also touches on some potential challenges producers...2024-08-1233 min

The Clarinet Channel#5 Clarinet Conditioning - with David CookCritically praised for “brilliant and stunning” performances, “terrific virtuosic playing,” and “a fine sense of drama,” David Cook is Associate Professor of Clarinet and Chair of Instrumental Performance Studies at Millikin University, Principal Clarinet of the Millikin-Decatur Symphony Orchestra, and clarinetist for the Appian Duo (with Emily Grabinski, piano) and the Greyline Duo (with Alexandra Rodriguez, flute). Previously a member of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra, the Lawton Philharmonic Orchestra, the Lieurance Woodwind Quintet, and the wind quintet Fiati Five, David has also performed with the Chicago Sinfonietta, Oistrakh Symphony of Chicago, Illinois Symphony Orchestra, Sinfonia da Camera, Northbrook Symphony, Champaign-Ur...2024-08-1147 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyCow Farts are Warming Up the World? Talking Sustainability with Dr. Michael AldridgeJoin us for a fascinating episode of "Genetics in the Paddock with Emily" as we welcome Dr. Michael Aldridge, a research scientist from the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU). In this episode, we discuss the intricate world of genetics and sustainability, focusing on the new and exciting research in around methane.Dr. Aldridge sheds light on the complexity of methane emissions from ruminant animals and how research to underpin breeding values will provide options for more sustainable livestock productions in the near future. With his extensive research and experiences from the Netherlands and various production systems worldwide...2024-08-0518 min

GeriPal - A Geriatrics and Palliative Care PodcastOptimizing Nutrition in Aging: A Podcast with Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily JohnstonWhat is a healthy diet and how much does it really matter that we try to eat one as we age? That’s the topic of this week's podcast with three amazing guests: Anna Pleet, Elizabeth Eckstrom, and Emily Johnston. Emily Johnston is a registered dietitian, nutrition researcher, and Assistant professor at NYU. Anna Pleet is an internal medicine resident at Allegheny Health Network who has a collection of amazing YouTube videos on aging and the Mediterranean diet. Elizabeth Eckstrom is a geriatrician, professor of medicine at OHSU, and author of a new book, the Gift of Agin...2024-08-0151 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyTrailer: Genetics in the Paddock with Emily - Season 2Welcome back to Genetics in the Paddock with Emily, where we explore topics related to livestock genetics. Last season, we spoke to various guest speakers about the fundamentals of genetics and how we can use these technologies for genetic improvement in our herds and flocks.This season, we're taking it to the next level.From sustainability, to discussing different production systems, to meat science, mythbusting and more, join us this season to dive into these new and exciting topics. Season 2 of 'Genetics in the Paddock with Emily' launches on August 5th. Subscribe now on y...2024-07-2900 min

Spring Creek PodcastCollective Climate Action: Emily Johnston on using our social nature to work for a thriving worldIn this episode, Emily Johnston explains that the life we're living now isn't just on a collision course with Earth's limits; it's also historically abnormal in the extreme. How can we ensure that our social nature begins to work far more for a thriving world, than against one? Emily Johnston is an essayist (anthologized in “All We Can Save”) and poet (“Her Animals”), as well as a co-founder of 350 Seattle, and more recently of Troublemakers. She was also part of the valve-turner action in 2016, shutting down all the tar sands crude pipelines into the U.S. with four fri...2024-04-2635 min

CPhT Connect The Podcast with Mike Johnston, CPhT-AdvEpisode 74 - Exploring Career Path Options with Emily Durham, MS, CPhTWelcome to another inspiring episode of CPhT Connect. In this installment, join your host, Mike Johnston, for an illuminating discussion with Emily, MS, CPhT, a seasoned pharmacy professional with a unique journey in the field. From her beginnings as a compounding technician to her venture into pharmaceutical sales and back again, Emily shares her captivating story of navigating various roles within the pharmacy landscape. Discover how Emily's initial leap of faith for love led her to unexpected opportunities in pharmacy, culminating in a fulfilling career that blends her passion for sales with her love for compounding. Gain...2024-04-1042 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyQ&A Session: Future of Genomics, Hybrid Vigour, Producer Groups & Genetic CorrelationsTo celebrate Season 1 of Genetics in the Paddock with Emily, we wrapped up the season with a panel Q&A, with some of our guest speakers from the first season, featuring Dr. David Johnston, Dr. Sam Walkom, Dr. Brad Walmsley and Dr. Tom Granleese. The questions cover a variety of topics including crossbreeding and how long hybrid vigour lasts, new traits we might see pop up in breeding objectives, how commercial producers can benchmark their livestock, how the environment plays into the physical expression of an animal and many other topics.Over the season, we collected questions from...2024-03-1121 min

The Clarity Corner with Megan SeamansBreaking Patterns Of Overworking With EmilyIn this coaching session, Emily explores a pattern of overworking after getting a promotion. We explore what it means to leave something “unfinished” and how this leads to overworking. Emily is a Reflector in Human Design and shares some beautiful revelations around the element of surprise.Considerations for you:Have you ever felt stuck in overworking?What is the story your pattern of overworking is feeding?What does it mean to leave something unfinished? What would you want it to mean?What does it mean to not just tell yourself a ne...2024-02-2031 min

Access Must-Have Free Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseMidnight on Beacon Street: A Novel by Emily Ruth VeronaPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/685020 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Midnight on Beacon Street: A Novel Author: Emily Ruth Verona Narrator: Christine Lakin Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 7 hours 4 minutes Release date: January 30, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Ratings of Narrator: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: “Midnight on Beacon Street is a lot of things. It’s a taut thriller about a babysitter and two kids surviving one weird night. It’s a celebration of classic horror movies. It’s a creepy narrative that involves a ghost and late night home break-ins. And, most important, it’s a lot of f...2024-01-3005 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyRaising the Steaks: Empowering Women in Agriculture with Renee RipponIn this empowering episode, we dive deep into the heart of beef production, exploring the remarkable journey of Renee Rippon, a technical officer for the Southern Multi Breed project (NSW DPIRD), who carved her niche in the industry of beef production. Renee shares her inspiring story and insights into her flourishing career from Queensland, to Northern Territory and finally back to New South Wales.Join us as Renee takes us on a journey through the challenges and triumphs of being a woman in beef production. From breaking stereotypes to managing large scale genetics projects, Renee's experiences...2024-01-2129 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyAccelerating Genetic Gain with Female Reproductive Technologies with Dr. Tom GranleeseIn this enlightening episode of Genetics in the Paddock with Emily, we have the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Tom Granleese, a research officer within NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development. Join us as we unravel the fascinating world of female reproductive technologies and their pivotal role in supercharging genetic progress in extensive livestock operations. Dr. Granleese takes us on a journey through the cutting-edge techniques and innovations that are transforming the way we can tackle genetic gain in the livestock industry. Female reproductive technologies, often underappreciated, hold immense potential to accelerate the development of d...2024-01-1426 min

Genetics in the Paddock with EmilyEvolving Excellence - Updating the Resource Flock with Dr. Sam WalkomJoin us in this enlightening episode of Genetics in the Paddock with Emily as we sit down with Dr. Sam Walkom, a senior research fellow at the Animal Genetics and Breeding Unite (AGBU). Together, we explore the essential task of updating the reference flock to align with industry standards and the dynamic landscape of the sheep genetics realm. In the ever-evolving sheep industry, staying ahead means continuously expanding our understanding of genetics. Dr. Walkom shares his deep insights into the strategic process of updating the reference flock, ensuring it reflects the latest traits and encompasses the full spectrum...2024-01-0742 min

Worthy Mother PodcastLiving Unapologetically and Breaking Out Of Society's Mold with Michele JohnstonIt's a new year, which means it's the perfect time to examine whether you are living life on your own terms, or to someone else's (or society's) standards. And if you're like many other women, you'll likely find that in some areas of your life, you are doing things based on old narratives, unrealistic expecations, and someone else's definition of what it means to be "good enough." This week I am joined by the unapologetic Michele Johnston, who left behind a life of coforming to strict ideals to live life as her authentic self - and she is here...2024-01-0255 min