What do you do when you realize your family has a famous hot sauce brand in Taiwan — and you only found out at age 25? For food stylist and documentary filmmaker Sophia J. Chang, the answer was: make a film about it. In this episode, Jane sits down with her cousin-in-law Sophia to talk about A Little Bit Sweet, a documentary seven years in the making about BB Sauce — a beloved Taiwanese condiment her grand-uncles built from the ground up — and the family story that almost went untold.

Sophia opens up about the grief of not capturing her grandmother Ama's recipes before she developed dementia, and how that loss became the quiet engine behind everything. The conversation weaves through oral history, identity, Taiwanese food culture, and what it means to belong to a story you didn't even know existed. This one is for anyone who has ever felt the pull of a family history just out of reach.

Sophia J Chang is a second-generation Taiwanese American food stylist and photographer, whose career in food and media reflects her deep-rooted passion for storytelling and culture. Sophia has worked on Food Network TV shows and commercials with clients including Bibigo USA, King’s Hawaiian, Knorr, and Starbucks.

• Support the film on Seed & Spark: A Little Bit Sweet crowdfunding campaign
• A Little Bit Sweet film website
• Sophia's company Batch 211

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Growing up in his family’s award-winning butcher shop in San Gottardo, Switzerland, Thomas Odermatt learned the foundations of traditional butchery and the art of succulent, tender rotisserie. From his father, Otto, a Metzgermeister (master butcher), he learned the importance of selecting the right cuts for the right purpose and sourcing only high-quality, free-range meats from trusted family farms. From his mother, Maria, he inherited the family’s cherished rotisserie recipes, a Saturday specialty that drew loyal customers to the shop.

Thomas went on to earn a master’s degree in organic farming in Zürich before moving to the United States to continue his studies at the University of California, Berkeley. Immersed in the Bay Area’s emerging gourmet food scene, he became inspired to bring his heritage and craftsmanship to a new audience. In 2002, that vision led to the launch of Roli Roti, America’s first gourmet rotisserie food truck, created from a singular pursuit: making the best rotisserie chicken possible.

As the business grew, Thomas found himself with excess bones and trimmings from the truck. Guided by his butchery roots and a nose-to-tail philosophy, he put every part to use. Thirteen years later, that approach culminated in the creation of Butcher’s Bone Broth, an organic, fresh bone broth that reflects his enduring commitment to time, attention, and care in feeding others. Like his rotisserie, the broth is crafted to be healthy, deeply flavorful, and satisfying.

Today, Butcher’s Bone Broth is available in more than 10,000 locations nationwide, including leading retailers such as Costco, Sprouts Farmers Market, Whole Foods, and Publix.

• Website: https://www.butchers.co/
• Instagram: @butchersbonebroth

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Alex Jhun Kim is a Boston-based food content creator who specializes in showcasing mom and pop restaurants through behind-the-scenes videos featuring owners, chefs, and staff. Originally from Southern California, Alex has spent 15 years working across the hospitality industry – from food trucks to white tablecloth fine dining.

He's a Le Cordon Bleu culinary school graduate who chose front-of-house work over becoming a chef because he values variety and human connection over repetition. Alex is also a competitive Super Smash Bros Ultimate player who competes nationally and internationally. His food content is inspired by shows like the original Iron Chef and the Japanese cooking show "Dochi," which featured extensive location shooting and storytelling about ingredients and the people behind the food.

Alex's one-day Boston food tour:

• Breakfast: Clear Flour Bread (Brookline) – European-style bakery with excellent pastries and bread. Get a fresh baguette with everything-spiced cream cheese and scallions.
• Lunch: Pho Viets (Brookline) – Vietnamese restaurant formerly in Super 88 food court. Try the com tam (broken rice plate) with grilled pork chop, but upgrade to their special tomato fried rice.
• Afternoon Snack: Heytea (Allston) – Tea dessert drink shop. Order the signature mango, coconut, and grapefruit parfait with coconut jelly, mango curd, and saga.
• Dinner: Mirchi Nation (Brookline) – South Indian restaurant specializing in rice dishes. Must-try: the biryani with slow-cooked basmati rice, saffron, braised chicken leg, and yogurt sauce, plus the Apollo fish (fried fish tossed in yogurt, lemon, and warming spices).

Connect with Alex:

• Instagram: @alexjhunkim

Discounts

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Professor Jerold Mande is CEO of Nourish Science; Adjunct Professor of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health; and a Non-Resident Senior Fellow, Tisch College of Civic Life, Tufts University.

Mr. Mande has a wealth of expertise and experience in national public health and food policy. He served in senior policymaking positions for three presidents at USDA, FDA, and OSHA helping lead landmark public health initiatives. In 2009, he was appointed by President Obama as USDA Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety, In 2011, he moved to USDA's Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services, where he spent six years working to improve the health outcomes of the nation's $100 billion investment in 15 nutrition programs. During President Clinton's administration, Mr. Mande was Senior Advisor to the FDA commissioner where he helped shape national policy on nutrition, food safety, and tobacco. He also served on the White House staff as a health policy advisor and was Deputy Assistant Secretary for Occupational Health at the Department of Labor. During the George H.W. Bush administration he led the graphic design of the iconic Nutrition Facts label at FDA, for which he received the Presidential Design Award.

Mr. Mande began his career as a legislative assistant for Al Gore in the U.S. House and Senate, managing Gore's health and environment agenda, and helping Gore write the nation's organ donation and transplantation laws.

Mr. Mande earned a Master's of Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Bachelor of Science in nutritional science from the University of Connecticut. Prior to his current academic appointments, he served on the faculty at the Tufts, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, and Yale School of Medicine.

Links & Resources:

• Nourish Science
• Study: US Diet Quality and the 86% F-grade finding
• Diet, Drugs and Dopamine by David Kessler
• The Poison Squad by Deborah Blum
• The Jungle by Upton Sinclair
• Commissioner Kessler's citizen petition to FDA on refined carbohydrates
• NYT Article: what's wrong with how we test food chemicals

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Understanding your unique constitution could be the missing piece in your health puzzle. Dr. Shivani Gupta, our first Ayurvedic expert on the show, shares how this 5,000-year-old system of medicine can help us navigate modern health challenges by working with our individual nature rather than against it.

After years of chronic illness and monthly antibiotics as a teenager, Dr. Shivani discovered Ayurveda during a healing journey in India. Now she's dedicated her career to bridging ancient wisdom with modern science, earning her PhD in turmeric research and helping thousands find balance through personalized approaches to diet, sleep, and lifestyle.

In this conversation, we explore the fascinating concept of doshas - your individual mind-body constitution based on the five elements. Dr. Shivani breaks down the three main types (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) and explains how understanding yours can revolutionize everything from what you eat to when you sleep. We also dive deep into the science behind turmeric, Ayurvedic pregnancy wisdom, and practical daily rituals that can transform your energy and gut health.

About Dr. Shivani Gupta

Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master's in Ayurvedic Sciences and her PhD on Turmeric. Her passion is teaching at-home remedies to reduce inflammation naturally, helping people enjoy more energy, less brain fog, and less pain to ultimately achieve vibrant health.

Dr. Shivani has practiced Ayurvedic medicine for over 20 years with an approach focused on showing you the tools in your toolkit, so you can reach for them every time you need them. She is also the founder of Fusionary Formulas, an Ayurvedic company that helps people with inflammation and pain.

Links & Resources:

• Website: shivanigupta.com
• Fusionary Formulas: fusionaryformulas.com
  • Use code FARMTOFUTURE for 15% off supplements and teas
• Fusionary Health Podcast: shivanigupta.com/fusionary-health-podcast/
• Take the free dosha quiz: shivanigupta.com/dosha-quiz/
• FREE: 7-Day Inflammation Detox Challenge: 7dayinflammationdetox.com/optin1641313075014
• FREE: Anti-Inflammatory E-Cookbook: Download here

Discounts

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If you're curious about switching to natural beauty but not sure where to start, this episode breaks down everything you need to know. Jessica Rose, author of "Healthier Beauty," shares her journey from making DIY face masks at 11 years old to becoming a holistic beauty expert who helps women create effective, non-toxic routines.

We explore the science behind clean beauty, the three ingredients Jessica says to avoid at all costs, and her practical approach to building a beauty routine that works from the inside out. Jessica also shares her exact daily skincare routine, her "beauty diet" philosophy, and simple DIY recipes you can make at home. This conversation will change how you think about what you put on your skin and in your body.

Key takeaways include understanding ingredient labels, the connection between liver health and skin, why protein-loading at breakfast supports hormonal health, and Jessica's simple approach to anti-aging through food and lifestyle rather than expensive creams.

About Jessica Rose

Jessica Rose is the Author of "Healthier Beauty: The Ultimate Guide to Radiant Skin, Hair, and Wellness," Certified Nutritionist, Licensed Cosmetologist, and Holistic Beauty Expert. With over 15 years in the beauty and wellness industry, her mission is to empower women to create a wellness focused lifestyle for radiant beauty, inside and out.

Jessica's journey began at age 11 when she started creating her own beauty products using kitchen ingredients. Today she specializes in helping women understand ingredient labels, create customized DIY beauty products, and develop sustainable routines that support both personal and planetary health.

Connect with Jessica

• Website: https://www.jessicarosewellness.com/
• Book: "Healthier Beauty" - https://bit.ly/HealthierBeautyBook

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In this follow-up conversation with Raw Farm's CEO & Founder Mark McAfee, we explore the nuanced differences between raw milk and UV pasteurization technology. Mark shares his expert perspective on UV treatment as a middle ground between raw milk and traditional heat pasteurization, explaining why it preserves some bioactives while eliminating the beneficial bacterial diversity that makes raw milk unique.

We dive into the technical aspects of milk safety, including Raw Farm's advanced PCR testing protocols that provide daily pathogen screening, and discuss the practical challenges of scaling raw milk production. Mark also shares his guide on how to source clean raw milk from your local farm.

About Mark McAfee

Mark McAfee founded the Raw Milk Institute (RAWMI) in 2011 to assure that farmers had a resource to assist them in producing very low risk raw milk for their consumers. Mark is passionate about “grass to glass” risk reduction management on the farm, and he believes that raw milk cannot emerge as a trusted food unless it is very low risk. He is certified in HACCP management from Chapman University and has developed and implemented award winning Food Safety Plans including Raw Milk Risk Analysis & Management Plans (“RAMP”).

Links & Resources

• Intro to raw milk episode with Mark McAfee and Max Kane
• Bob Comstock episode on UV pasteurization technology
• Guide: How to Find a Good Raw Milk Farmer
• Raw milk finder: https://www.realmilk.com/raw-milk-finder/
• Raw Farm website: https://rawfarm.com
• Cornell University 2021 study on bioactives in milk

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What if we could have all the immune-boosting benefits of raw milk without any of the safety risks? That's the promise of today's episode.

Bob Comstock is the CEO of Tamarack Biotics and inventor of a revolutionary UV pasteurization technology that just received FDA approval after 12 years of development. Unlike traditional heat pasteurization that destroys up to 70% of milk's beneficial compounds, Bob's "cold pasteurization" process preserves 93-100% of bioactive proteins while eliminating dangerous pathogens.

European studies have consistently shown that children who consume raw milk are protected from developing asthma, hay fever, eczema, and food allergies – conditions that now affect nearly half of all children. But the scientific community has confirmed that heating milk destroys this protective effect. Bob's UV technology could be the key to making these health benefits safely accessible to everyone.

Bob shares the fascinating origin story of how he discovered this technology while living in Singapore, the hundreds of pathogens they had to test against for FDA approval, and why a regulation from the 1970s nearly derailed the entire project. He also discusses their clinical trials showing elderly participants had 120% more antibodies after consuming UV-treated milk protein compared to traditional whey protein, and their upcoming studies on allergy prevention in children.

This technology could revolutionize not just the dairy industry, but potentially help address America's chronic disease epidemic by making truly nutritious milk widely available for the first time in over 150 years.

About Bob Comstock

Bob Comstock is the founder and CEO of Tamarack Biotics, a food‑tech company based in Fresno, California. With a Mechanical Engineering degree from UC Berkeley, Bob launched Tamarack in 2011 to pioneer healthier dairy solutions. Before starting Tamarack Biotics, he started Compass Foods, which developed the world’s most water soluble food grade emulsifier.

Under his leadership, Tamarack developed TruActive®, the first FDA‑accepted UV‑based milk treatment that kills pathogens while retaining enzymes, proteins, and immune‑boosting bioactives—without traditional pasteurization.

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