The Study Hall Podcast The Future of Food Media ft. Alicia Kennedy
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Aug 6, 2025 
Alicia Kennedy, a food and culture writer featured in major publications like The Washington Post and Vogue, dives into the transformative landscape of food media. She shares insights on her pandemic-launched newsletter and the importance of storytelling that intertwines food justice with personal narratives. The discussion highlights the critical differences between 'food desert' and 'food apartheid,' advocating for community-driven solutions. Kennedy also emphasizes the value of independent media and collaborative approaches, urging readers to engage authentically with food culture.
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Newsletter Origins in Uncertainty
- Alicia started her newsletter in March 2020 without knowing its direction or impact.
- It became a place to share food thoughts that traditional media never welcomed.
Food Media Lost Its Depth
- Food media once balanced recipes with deep, challenging food writing, but not anymore.
- Now, systemic food issues and ethics are rarely discussed alongside everyday cooking content.
SEO Overshadows Food System Issues
- SEO-driven recipe content floods media with repetitive chicken recipes.
- This contrasts with real concerns about harsh chicken processing working conditions rarely covered.
