

Katie Marx, policy associate with the Center for Science in the Public Interest discusses food marketing to children.
Aug 1, 2024
Katie Marx, a policy associate with the Center for Science in the Public Interest, dives into the alarming $2 billion spent annually on marketing unhealthy food to children. She discusses how influencers shape kids' eating habits through apps and games. The conversation highlights regulatory challenges in curbing this marketing, successful policies in other countries, and the insidious presence of advertising in schools. Marx advocates for stronger regulations and media literacy to empower kids and families against misleading food marketing.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Marketing to Kids: The Unseen Influence
02:28 • 9min
The Struggle for Regulation in Children's Food Advertising
11:51 • 2min
Targeting Kids: The Impact of Food Marketing
13:37 • 4min
Advertising in Education: A Concern
17:43 • 5min
Promoting Healthier Beverage Choices for Kids
22:29 • 6min