

Sam Kass
Former White House chef and senior policy advisor on nutrition who led Michelle Obama's Let's Move initiative and is the author of The Last Supper, speaking about food systems and climate.
Top 3 podcasts with Sam Kass
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Oct 16, 2025 • 46min
A Food Crisis Is Brewing. Are We Ready?
In an eye-opening discussion, Sam Kass, former senior food policy advisor to President Obama and author of The Last Supper, dives deep into the looming food crisis. He highlights the shocking vulnerability of our food supply due to climate change affecting everything from almonds to chocolate. Cass argues that fixing our food system could unite us, emphasizing the need for culture-driven policy shifts. He shares insights on promising agricultural technologies like CRISPR and AI, while maintaining a cautious optimism about our ability to overcome these challenges.

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Oct 29, 2025 • 1h 31min
Former White House Chef Sam Kass: How to Overcome the Coming Food Crisis
Sam Kass, former White House chef and nutrition policy advisor, illuminates the pressing food crisis we're facing today. He discusses how our daily food choices affect both health and the environment, and highlights the vulnerabilities of our food systems, including climate threats to beloved crops. Kass sheds light on the potential of regenerative agriculture to revitalize soil health and the urgent need for policy reforms. He emphasizes the power of individual actions in influencing food culture and driving meaningful change for a sustainable future.

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Oct 23, 2025 • 40min
525. The Government Shutdown Threatens Food Assistance, Earth Hits a Major Tipping Point, and a Conversation with Sam Kass on Staving Off Climate Catastrophe
Sam Kass, a former senior policy advisor for nutrition during the Obama Administration and author of The Last Supper, discusses urgent food and climate issues. He highlights the potential impacts of a government shutdown on nutrition assistance and warns about current climate-driven losses affecting our food systems. Kass emphasizes the necessity for cultural shifts and pragmatic solutions to navigate impending climate crises, as well as innovative technologies that can transform agriculture. His insights provide a hopeful outlook amidst the challenges we face.


