Here, From with Chef Andrew Garrett
Welcome to Here, From Where—a podcast about the journeys that shape us. I’m your host, Chef Andrew Garrett, and each week, I’ll sit down with incredible individuals who’ve carved their own paths in health, nutrition, entrepreneurship, sports, and beyond. This is where we dive deep into the stories of determination, resilience, and passion—the moments that brought them here, from where they started. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, a spark to start your own journey, or just love hearing amazing stories, you’re in the right place. So, grab your favorite drink, settle in, and let’s explore what it really takes to follow your dreams.
Episodes

Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
In episode 3 I sat down with Dan Littlefield of Hop Dogma Brewing, we talk about the correlation between competing at high levels of athletics and becoming a good leader. How brewers are basically chefs, and why prioritizing your health leads to a more productive work place.
https://hopdogma.com/
IG: @hopdogma

Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
I sat down with Dr. Kathryn Waters, an Optometrist turned Natural Chef. We dive into growing up in Wisconsin, mom's home cooking and how those early years impacted her current journey. We cover why eye protection is so important, how to keep your eyes healthy and where to start looking for great natural recipe ideas, and we even breakdown some of my grandmothers suggestions about eating all my carrots.
Dr. Kathryn Waters, Optometrist | Nutritionist

Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Wednesday Feb 05, 2025
Summary
In this conversation, Chef Andrew Garrett speaks with Heidi Brackebusch, a mule packer and dietitian, about her unique journey that intertwines her passion for mulepacking and nutrition. They explore the challenges and rewards of working in the backcountry, the significanceo of places like the Hettinger Ranch, and the philosophy of nutrition in outdoor settings. They also cover fueling your body in the backcountry, the importance of being hydrated before you're dehydrated and finding the right balance of macro nutrients to help you have success on your next Backcountry Adventure. Oh and Pop-Tarts, the importance of them in your adventure.
You can find Heidi on Instagram:
@thedeckerdietian
@v2pnutrition
Connect with her through www.V2Pnutrition.com
History of the Hettinger Ranch: https://objects.lib.uidaho.edu/taylorarchive/b4-HistoricalAccounts-002.pdf

Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
Tuesday Feb 04, 2025
In our first episode we sat down with Sarah Allen, a nutrition coach with a holistic health background. We cover a lot of ground in an hour so buckle up.
How to use Google Scholar for research
The importance of blood panels and overall health