Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg (by Food Tank)

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Andy Jarvis, Director for the Future of Food at the Bezos Earth Fund. They discuss the kind of solutions emerging in response to today’s crises, the need to re-orient existing money to drive food and agriculture systems transformation, and Jarvis’ faith in human ingenuity. Plus, hear about author and nutritionist Marion Nestle’s on the Make America Healthy Again movement, the steps that one chef is taking to strengthen Indigenous foodways, and the growing uncertainty about the future of USDA and the agricultural communities they serve. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kimber Lanning, Founder and CEO of Local First Arizona. They discuss the value of desert-friendly crops in a changing climate, the fear that many immigrant business leaders are living with, and the power that communities can build through place-based, local economies. Plus, hear about the limited U.S. response to the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that killed more than 2,000 in Myanmar and the devastating effects that a reduction in aid from countries in the Global North will have on hunger and child mortality. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

Dr. Antony Chapoto discusses the vital need for localized agricultural research in Africa to enhance food systems. Farmers express their concerns over recent U.S. funding decisions, while Mexico takes a bold step by banning GMO corn to protect biodiversity and cultural heritage. The conversation also touches on the UK's initiative to reduce pesticide use by 10% to protect crucial pollinators like bees, highlighting the broader implications for agriculture and sustainability.

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Alissa Viera and Lindsay Williams of the Toledo, Ohio-based ice cream manufacturer Swanky Scoops. They discuss the grants that allow local economies to flourish, the impact that delays in the reimbursement of funds can have on small food businesses, and how federal grant freezes — even when temporary — can undermine trust. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

In this conversation, Sam Acho, a former NFL player and humanitarian, shares his inspiring journey in transforming a Chicago liquor store into a community food mart, emphasizing humility and support for local entrepreneurs. Meanwhile, Karen Washington, a passionate farmer and activist, dives into the challenges of food justice amidst social inequities. They discuss the need for community empowerment, the impact of fear in uncertain times, and the shift from ‘food deserts’ to the more accurate concept of ‘food apartheid,’ advocating for systemic change in food access.

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kerstin Plehwe, President of the Physicians Association for Nutrition (PAN) International Foundation. They discuss why nutrition education for doctors is still lagging, the link between diet and mental health, and the efforts underway to make sure that hospitals are serving healthier, more climate-friendly food. While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to  have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Mark Lewis, a Managing Partner at Trailhead Capital. They discuss what ag-tech investors can learn from the renewable energy sector; collecting the proof to demonstrate the social, environmental, and economic benefits of regenerative farming; and why Lewis remains an “eternal optimist.”   While you’re listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.

Toni Tipton-Martin, an award-winning food and nutrition journalist, delves into the rich culinary history of Southern women, shedding light on their powerful contributions to American cuisine. She emphasizes the importance of including marginalized voices in food narratives and how recipes tell the stories of communities. The dialogue also touches on the implications of the foreign aid freeze on global hunger and public health, alongside vital discussions on USDA funding and the preservation of biodiversity through community resilience.

In this insightful conversation, Patrick Holden, a farmer and the founding director of the Sustainable Food Trust, discusses pressing issues in food and farming. He emphasizes the urgent need to rethink our fragile food systems and advocates for true cost accounting to reveal hidden environmental impacts. The dialogue also touches on California's climate crisis and its effects on agriculture, while underscoring the importance of collaboration and open communication among stakeholders to address sustainability challenges.

Gerardo Reyes Chavez, a key leader of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers, passionately discusses the harsh realities facing farmworkers in the U.S. He reveals the transformative power of the Fair Food Program, detailing its role in combating abuses and empowering workers. The episode sheds light on modern-day slavery in agriculture and emphasizes the importance of consumer activism in demanding fair treatment. With personal stories and calls for reform, Reyes inspires listeners to engage in advocacy for vulnerable laborers in the food system.