Joe Hong
Investigative data reporter for WNYC and Gothamist who analyzes pricing data and supply-chain dynamics to report on grocery price variations across New York City.
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Nov 13, 2025 • 20min
SNAP and the Cost of Groceries
Karen Yi, a reporter focused on homelessness and poverty, and Joe Hong, an investigative data journalist, dive into the complex world of grocery pricing and SNAP benefits. They explore how prices vary across neighborhoods and the hidden factors influencing these costs. A discussion on why shopping local can sometimes be pricier reveals the challenges of low-income areas. Listeners share personal experiences, while insights into the effects of SNAP interruptions on both customers and stores add depth to the conversation about food affordability in New York City.
Oct 30, 2025 • 10min
Evening Roundup: What SNAP Cuts Could Mean for New Yorkers
Joe Hong, a WNYC reporter covering food prices and supply-chain issues, teams up with Karen Yee, who focuses on SNAP and food insecurity in NYC. They delve into the potential fallout from SNAP cuts, explaining how new work requirements could lead to loss of benefits for many. With grocers heavily relying on SNAP sales, they express concerns over possible layoffs and inventory shifts. The conversation highlights rising food prices in low-income neighborhoods, emphasizing the increasing reliance on SNAP and the looming economic ripple effects.
