Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg (by Food Tank)

On "Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg," Dani speaks with Tope Fajingbesi, and agricultural and social impact entrepreneur, author, educator, and the Co-Owner of Dodo Farms in Maryland. They discuss the highly spiritual nature of agricultural work, how Dodo Farms is bridging the gap between Nigeria and the United States with the crops they grow, and Fajingbesi's plans to create space for women in food and agriculture to connect and build 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.

On "Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg," Dani speaks with Michelle Hughes, Co-Executive Director of the National Young Farmers Coalition. They discuss what motivates young farmers despite the challenges they face, wins around mental health for producers, and why the National Young Farmers Coalition focuses so heavily on shifting power for a new future of agriculture. 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 Katherine Miller, the author of At the Table: The Chef’s Guide to Advocacy. Since 2012, Miller has focused on the interdisciplinary practices of politics, policy, advocacy, sustainability, and gender bias in the global food system. During this episode, they discuss strategies to be a successful advocate on food and agriculture issues, the ways that organizations are responding to the demands of younger generations, and turning feelings of helplessness into meaningful action. This conversation was part of a live conversation available only to Food Tank members, which featured a special Q&A session not included in the episode. To access these virtual events and have the chance to pose your own questions to changemakers transforming our food and agriculture systems, head to foodtank.com/join and find a membership level that works for you. New members also receive a special gift from Food Tank when they sign up. 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 Ira Wallace, a seed saver, writer, educator, and a co-owner of the cooperatively managed Southern Exposure Seed Exchange. They discuss how seed saving contributes to resilience in times of crisis, pushing back against corporate control of the seed industry, and why the story behind the seed is just as important as the seed itself.  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 Adrian Lipscombe, a chef, the Founder of the 40 Acres Project, and the Co-Founder of the Muloma Heritage Center. They discuss opportunities that allow chefs to reimagine what the hospitality sector can be, why food systems encompass so much more than the food we grow and consume, and the creation of an institution that is dedicated to research, archiving, education, and awareness raising around agriculture and Black foodways. 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.

Speakers gathered to explore the inseparable link between food and water at a recent Summit. A panel of youth leaders discussed the importance of water security for food systems. Indigenous studies and Squeadmic water governance were explored, highlighting the significance of land laws. The issue of water insecurity in British Columbia and the lack of compensation in Indigenous communities was discussed. The role of salmon as ambassadors for the environment and the global struggle to protect land and water systems were emphasized. Community projects in Winnipeg to reduce food insecurity and the importance of sustainable food and water were also discussed.

Bleu Adams, Director of IndigeHub, discusses the influence of Indigenous foodways, the talent locked in poverty, and the misconception of Indigenous communities. They emphasize the need for change, supporting farmers with indigenous crops, and empowering Indigenous communities. Adams shares their experience as a member of the American Culinary Corps and highlights the importance of Indigenous knowledge and voices.

Rupa Bhattacharya, Executive Director of the Strategic Initiatives Group for the Culinary Institute of America, discusses the impact of small adjustments on culinary culture, the role of chain businesses in driving change, and the strategy of addition rather than subtraction when making dietary changes. They also explore the influence of social media on food trends and the challenge of inclusivity within the plant-forward movement.

Mark Bittman, Author of 30 books and the Editor-in-Chief of The Bittman Project, discusses the importance of national policy for good food, his Community Kitchen project, and the need to build new models to demonstrate a better food system.

Listen to a discussion with Michael Pollan and Marion Nestle, authors, and Robert Kenner and Melissa Robledo, filmmakers, as they reflect on the changes in the food system since Food, Inc. was released in 2008. Topics include the influence of multinational corporations on the U.S. government, the effectiveness of guiding eaters towards different choices, and the significance of engaging with the political system for real change.