Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg (by Food Tank)

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Johanna Hellrigl Wilder, the Chef & Founder of Ama, a mission-driven Northern Italian restaurant in Washington D.C. They talk about creating a restaurant model that does right by the people who work there, the diners they feed, and the planet; the issues that are encouraging lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to lean in; and the policies needed to ensure that food businesses at the heart of communities can thrive. 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 Dr. Christina Economos, Dean of the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University. They talk about democratizing food and nutrition education, the community-led Food is Medicine research the Friedman School is advancing in the Mississippi Delta, and creating pathways for the next generation of leaders working to improve food, nutrition, and public health systems. 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.

This week, the 30th U.N. Climate Change Conference (COP30) kicks off in Belem, Brazil; a new report reveals that hundreds of millions of people have been displaced by changing weather patterns in the last decade; and East Africa countries take steps to boost trade of agroecological produce. 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 LaMonika Jones, Director of State Initiatives at the Food Research and Action Center (FRAC), who oversees three initiatives of the organization: D.C. Hunger Solutions, Maryland Hunger Solutions, and the New Jersey Food Security Initiative. They discuss the millions of families waiting to receive their SNAP benefits this month, why states lack the bandwidth to fill gaps left by the federal government's inaction, and how you can take action to help neighbors in your own community. 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.

Join chef and humanitarian José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen, as he discusses food as a human right and the need for policy reforms to combat hunger. He highlights the importance of integrating humanitarian aid with local resilience efforts. Culinary historian Michael Twitty, known for his insightful work on Southern foodways, shares his journey uncovering the painful and rich heritage of Black Americans in agriculture. Twitty emphasizes the significance of history in shaping equitable food policies and celebrates kinship through shared culinary traditions.

In a compelling discussion, U.S. Representatives Nikki Budzinski and Shontel Brown delve into the urgent need for fair food policy. Budzinski highlights the Local Farmers Feeding Our Communities Act and its potential to connect farmers with food pantries while addressing the rising demand for food assistance. Brown shares her personal experiences with SNAP, emphasizing its critical role for families and advocating for bipartisan solutions to combat food insecurity. Both leaders stress the importance of sharing stories and supporting local agriculture in these tumultuous times.

Crystal FitzSimons, President of the Food Research & Action Center, discusses the critical impacts of food policy on nutrition security and shares personal stories highlighting the importance of SNAP and school meals. Michel Nischan, Chef and founder of Wholesome Wave, reveals the innovative concept of produce prescriptions and its growing reach. They also delve into the challenges of federal funding cuts, the need for equitable support for diverse farmers, and the importance of building coalitions to advance food policy for healthier communities.

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.

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Keithlin Caroo-Afrifa, the Founder and Executive Director of Helen's Daughters. They discuss how the organization is strengthening the capacity of women farmers in the Caribbean by teaching them technical skills and financial literacy, the mental health toll of changing weather patterns, and concerns that U.N. Climate Change Conferences have become networking events that leave little space to focus on the implementation of solutions. Plus, hear about how the African Union is mobilizing funds to support the continent's agri-food systems and what Food Tank is thinking about as we celebrate World Food Day. 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.

Stacy Dean, the Carbonell Family Executive Director for the Global Food Institute at GW, dives into pressing food policy issues. She discusses the recent changes to SNAP and the consequences for vulnerable families. The conversation touches on the USDA's impacts from the government shutdown and the need for a planet-friendly diet as outlined in the EAT-Lancet report. Dean also highlights the economic benefits of Zero Budget Natural Farming in India and emphasizes the importance of supporting young leaders to drive transformative change in food systems.