Everyday Extension
Everyday Extension
Podcast Description
Everyday Extension brings the expertise of the Central Kansas District Extension office to your community. Hosted by Justine Johns and other extension agents, this podcast covers livestock and crop production, horticulture, 4-H youth development, family resource management, community wellness, and community vitality. Whether you’re a farmer, gardener, parent, or community leader, we provide practical tips, expert insights, and research-based knowledge to help you thrive in everyday life. Tune in to discover how extension services are making a difference in the lives of Kansans like you!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast features themes centered on livestock and crop production, horticulture, 4-H youth development, family resource management, community wellness, and community vitality. Episode examples include discussions on the importance of extension services in enhancing community vitality and exploring educational programs that empower community members.
Everyday Extension brings the expertise of the Central Kansas District Extension office to your community. Hosted by Justine Johns and other extension agents, this podcast covers livestock and crop production, horticulture, 4-H youth development, family resource management, community wellness, and community vitality. Whether you’re a farmer, gardener, parent, or community leader, we provide practical tips, expert insights, and research-based knowledge to help you thrive in everyday life. Tune in to discover how extension services are making a difference in the lives of Kansans like you!
“Not just a red meat allergy, it’s a growing health concern”
This episode discusses Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS), a red meat allergy triggered by tick bites, featuring experts from Kansas State University. The conversation covers the nature of AGS, its causes, the role of ticks, ongoing research on meat products, and community awareness efforts. The experts emphasize the importance of education and resources for those affected by AGS, as well as the long-term goals of establishing a research center to further study and address this growing health concern.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Alpha-Gal Syndrome
09:55 Understanding Alpha-Gal Syndrome
16:47 The Rise of Alpha-Gal Syndrome Cases
19:27 Research on Reintroducing Red Meat
27:08 Extension Efforts and Community Awareness
36:48 Long-Term Goals and Future Directions
44:47 Contact Info – Outro
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