The 'Sader Digest
de Bradley Shannon
Blade Meat: Southeastern Mass Has Entered the Chat
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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!
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- Blade Meat: Southeastern Mass Has Entered the Chat · 8 min · Saison 3 Épisode 8Send us Fan Mail North Shore beef has its three-way. The Merrimack Valley has its chicken sandwich. And Southeastern Massachusetts? It's got blade meat. This week on The ’Sader…
- Bananas Are Berries. Strawberries Aren't. You're Welcome. · 11 min · Saison 3 Épisode 7Send us Fan Mail I've got some news that might ruin your next fruit salad: strawberries aren't actually berries, but bananas and tomatoes are. Wait, what?! 🍓🍌 This week on The…
- Beefing with the North Shore: The Three-Way Is the Way. · 10 min · Saison 3 Épisode 6Send us Fan Mail Forget politics. Forget sports. If you really want to start an argument in Massachusetts, just ask someone where to get the best North Shore beef. This week on…
- What the Heck Is a Chicken Bob? · 10 min · Saison 3 Épisode 5Send us Fan Mail What happens when you order a “chicken bob” and expect barbecue… only to get warm pulled chicken, iceberg lettuce, mayonnaise, and a soft roll? Welcome to the…
- Taylor Made Nutrition: Carbs, Protein & Peanuts on the Brain · 35 min · Saison 3 Épisode 4Send us Fan Mail This week on The ’Sader Digest, Brad sits down with dietetic intern Taylor Barber to talk about changing majors, finding your passion, and discovering that…
- Massachusetts? More Like Massachusweets: The Commonwealth of Cookies · 17 min · Saison 3 Épisode 3Send us Fan Mail The chocolate chip cookie feels like it has existed forever. Grandma made them. Your dining hall makes them. There’s a recipe on the back of the bag. They’re…
- Fluff Around and Find Out · 19 min · Saison 3 Épisode 2Send us Fan Mail Before it was a Fluffernutter, it was just a guy in Somerville selling marshmallow goo door to door. This week on The ’Sader Digest, Brad digs into the very…
- From Poke Bowls to Better Dining: A Student's Perspective with Mia Simpson · 39 min · Saison 3 Épisode 1Send us Fan Mail What happens when students don't just talk about dining—but actually have a seat at the table? In this episode of The 'Sader Digest, Brad sits down with Mia…
- Who the Heck Is General Tso? · 14 minSend us Fan Mail Sweet. Crispy. Sticky. Completely misunderstood. This week on The 'Sader Digest, Brad tells the incredible story of General Tso's chicken, a dish that's become…
- Beyond the Fortune: The Surprising Story Inside the Cookie · 15 min · Saison 2 Épisode 14Send us Fan Mail Fortune cookies feel ancient, traditional, and unmistakably Chinese—but their story is far more complicated. In this episode of The 'Sader Digest, Brad Shannon…
- Improvised in Mexico: How Caesar Salad Took Over the World · 14 min · Saison 2 Épisode 13Send us Fan Mail This week on The Sader Digest, host Bradley Shannon dives into one of the biggest misconceptions in food history: the Caesar salad is not Italian. Created in…
- From Manchester to Every Menu in America: Chicken Tenders · 16 min · Saison 2 Épisode 12Send us Fan Mail This week on The 'Sader Digest, Brad tackles one of life’s most important—and somehow least questioned—foods: the chicken tender. Crispy, dippable, and…
- From Fizz to Fame: The Rise of Honest Kimball Review · 45 min · Saison 2 Épisode 12Send us Fan Mail This week on The 'Sader Digest, Brad flies solo—but brings in a guest who definitely doesn’t hold back: Patrick, the creator of Honest Kimball Review. What…
- From Tires to Tasting Menus: The Power of the Michelin Guide · 25 min · Saison 2 Épisode 11Send us Fan Mail What started as a clever way to sell tires has become one of the most powerful forces in global cuisine. In this episode of the Sader Digest, Brad dives into the…
- From Starter to Stability: The Psychology Behind Sourdough · 28 min · Saison 2 Épisode 10Send us Fan Mail What does a jar of bubbling flour and water say about us? In this episode of the 'Sader Digest, Brad and Alex take a deep (and surprisingly philosophical) dive…
- More Than a Nurse’s Office: Rethinking Campus Health with Kristen Gauthier · 21 min · Saison 2 Épisode 9Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The 'Sader Digest, Alex brings along Public Health Nurse Kristin Gauthier to share insight into the evolving role of Health Services at Holy…
- Airport Eats & Mindful Treats: Navigating Food When You’re Stuck in Transit · 27 min · Saison 2 Épisode 8Send us Fan Mail Travel days hit different—and so do our food choices. In this episode of the Sader Digest, Brad and Alex are back in the studio swapping stories from a whirlwind…
- Everyone’s a Chef Now (According to Instagram) · 18 min · Saison 2 Épisode 8Send us Fan Mail Everyone loves calling themselves a chef these days. Got an apron? Chef. Posted a pasta video on Instagram? Chef. Bought a really expensive knife? Obviously……
- The Gentrification of Your Dinner Plate: Peasant Food’s Million Dollar Makeover · 17 min · Saison 2 Épisode 7Send us Fan Mail Lobster used to be prison food. Pizza was street food for dock workers. Brisket and oxtails were scraps no one wanted. Today? They’re on $40 menus. In this…
- Is Authentic Food Even Real? The most dangerous word in food · 18 min · Saison 2 Épisode 7Send us Fan Mail Is your favorite dish actually authentic… or just something your grandma made really well? In this episode of The 'Sader Digest, Brad dives into one of the most…







