Udderly Local: Keeping Milk Close to Home, with a Farmer’s Story

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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 learn more about Milk and Local Dairy. Ever wondered what happens to male calves on a dairy farm?

Our guest, and fifth generation farmer, Jessica Dizek, drops knowledge on everything from the elite status of Jersey cows—yes, they’re basically the royalty of ruminants—to why your oat milk latte is just expensive grain water. We dive into milk math, cow comfort strategies (fans! shade! spa days?), and the ongoing dairy vs. “milk” beverage debate. Are almonds trying to pass themselves off as mammals? The nerve.

Plus: raw milk, Connecticut cheese nuns, and whether probiotics are really just party animals in your gut. It’s a full-bodied conversation with a creamy finish—no additives necessary.

So pour yourself a tall glass (of actual milk), and get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe question your next alt-milk decision.