In this insightful conversation, Ann Cooper, a nutrition advocate and author, discusses her book focused on revamping school food programs. She highlights the alarming state of childhood obesity and the inadequacies of current school lunches. Ann shares inspiring stories of student activism that led to healthier meals and the importance of parental involvement in driving change. She emphasizes local sourcing, empowering kids with food choices, and the need for policy changes to ensure nutritious options are available to all children.