The Market Maven
Peeling back the layers of Farmers Markets – diving into the “WHY” behind the 10x10 tents, showcasing the roots behind the organizations; and connecting those in our communities through education, stories and more. A Market Manager's job is weird, and I want to share more about it. Bringing produce and powerful stories to the people.
Podcasting since 2023 • 85 episodes
The Market Maven
Latest Episodes
SNAP Judgements – The Human Side of Food Politics
In this episode, I break down the recent Senate bill’s deep cuts to SNAP and what they mean for real people—market shoppers, small farmers, and families already stretched thin. We also dive into the culture of snap judgments online and in life,...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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33:23
Grace Costs You Nothing
This episode is about grace. The kind we give to others, and the kind we often forget to give ourselves. I talk about: ✨ Navigating unruly market days with patience ✨ Learning to delegate (even when it’s hard)&...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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28:01
You Can't Make This Market Sh*t Up
Welcome to a no-holds-barred peek behind the produce at the farmers market! In this episode, I’m sharing a few annoying and exhausting moments I’ve experienced recently as a market director. From vendors needing constant attention to customer q...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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30:48
Paradox: Behind the Scenes of a Maven’s Messy Middle
A solo episode where Sarah Dylan Jensen reflects on the simultaneous beauty and hardship in her life right now. From launching another busy market season, training a new puppy, and building big partnerships — to helping her mom through cancer t...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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29:37
When Life Hits Hard and the Market Opens Anyway
In this raw and honest episode, I open up about what the last few weeks have looked like behind the scenes—my mom’s cancer diagnosis and surgery, my dad coming to visit, getting a new puppy from my incredible husband, and kicking off opening da...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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24:31
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Sarah!! It’s Laurie, from Mother Road FM in AZ! Just listened to you and Emily!! It was great to hang out for a while!😂
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