Carlotta Mast with The New Hope Network joins the podcast to talk about the natural and organic products market and Russell Diez-Canseco of Vital Farms talks conscious capitalism.
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New on the Podcast: Baldemar Velasquez on Amplifying the Voices of Migrant Farmworkers
International leader in the farmworkers and immigrants’ rights movement, Baldemar Velasquez, discusses migrant workers and organizing for change
New on the Podcast: Sara Roversi Talks Future Food Institute and Food Technology
Founder of Future Food Institute, Sara Roversi discusses the institute’s motives to help create a sustainable agri-food system.
New on the Podcast: Amy Senter on Leading Corporate Sustainability Strategy and Karen Lehman on Effective Ways to Fund Local Food Systems
According to Kellogg’s Amy Senter, the company is driving positive change in the food system through its commitment to a more sustainable supply chain. Fresh Taste director Karen Lehman describes her food system work and connecting large foundations with local communities, food producers and businesses.
New on the Podcast: Chef Marc Murphy on the Restaurant Industry and Finding New Opportunities
Renowned New York City Chef, Marc Murphy, joins Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg to discuss his career, new opportunities, food culture, and the restaurant industry emerging from the fallout of coronavirus
New on the Podcast: On World Oceans Day, Mark Zimring and Niaz Dorry Talk About Building Sustainable Fisheries of All Sizes
On Food Talk Live: Mark Zimring, who focuses on large-scale fisheries at The Nature Conservancy, talks about how to better monitor fishing practices around the world. Then, Dani is joined by Niaz Dorry, a community organizer and sustainability advocate who leads the Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance and the National Family Farm Coalition.
New on the Podcast: Nancy Roman on Fresh Food Distribution and Promoting Healthy Eating Among Children.
Nancy Roman of Partnership for a Healthier America on increasing access to fresh produce and encouraging healthy eating habits among children.
New on the Podcast: Panera’s Sara Burnett and Farmer Ron Mardesen on Building Healthy, Humane Supply Chains
On Food Talk Live: Sara Burnett, the vice president for wellness and food policy at Panera, and Iowa farmer Ron Mardesen join Dani for a conversation about how everyone in the food system can work together to build healthier and more humane food supply chains.
Colby Duren Talks Indigenous Food and Agriculture Policy
Dani and Colby discuss food and agriculture policy from Tribal governments to the federal government. They also talk about the importance of teaching youth about agriculture, business, policy, and nutrition.
With Oprah and Katy Perry as Investors, Apeel Sciences Raises Millions To Fight Food Waste
Apeel Sciences creates a protective layer that keeps fruits and vegetables fresh longer and prevents waste. The funding will be used in part to expand Apeel as a replacement for cold-chain infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa and South America.
Chris Barrett Discusses the Ways Research Can Inform Agricultural Policy
Professor at Cornell University, Chris Barrett, discusses his research to help reduce poverty and malnutrition.
Rob Larew Talks Corporate Consolidation in the Food System
Rob Larew exposes the social and agricultural injustices present in the food system and offer ways, primarily through legislature, to improve these injustices.
LaDonna Sanders-Redmond on the Importance of Co-ops
LaDonna Sanders-Redmond exposes the social and agricultural justices present in the food system and offer ways, primarily through legislature, to improve these injustices.
New on the Podcast: Patrick Holden on Sustainable Agriculture
Patrick Holden on trends to watch for in the food and agriculture sectors.
Nate Mook, CEO of World Central Kitchen Talks #ChefsForAmerica
Nate Mook talks restaurants serving meals to people in need during COVID-19.
New on The Podcast: Chefs Amy Sins And Erik Bruner-Yang on Food And Community Relief Efforts
On “Food Talk”, Dani talks with chefs Amy Sins and Erik Bruner-Yang. They discuss their unique business models and inspiration, as well as their efforts to provide food and community relief efforts during coronavirus.
Entrepreneur Rachel Krupa on Supporting Sustainable Businesses
Rachel Krupa discusses how food and agriculture markets are responding to COVID-19.
Nate Kleinman and Albie Miles on Community Food Sovereignty During COVID-19
For activist and grower Nate Kleinman, collaborative farming can help slow climate change and support community food sovereignty. Later, professor Albie Miles describes how COVID-19 is exposing the vulnerabilities in the food system in Hawai’i.
Grocery Store Workers On The Frontlines of COVID-19
Grocery store workers are risking their lives providing essential services to Americans.
Jeff Gordinier and Leah Lizarondo Talk About How Restaurants Will Survive and Food Recovery
Jeff Gordinier talks restaurant recovery, Leah Lizarondo talks Food Rescue Hero and the effect of food recovery in food insecure communities during COVID-19