Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg (by Food Tank)
Food Tank 601 episodes Nov 5, 2026
Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg is hosted by Food Tank co-founder Danielle Nierenberg. Each Thursday she interviews leading figures in the food industry about the most important food news and issues. The show covers topics across agriculture, food policy, sustainability, and innovation. It is produced by Food Tank, a nonprofit organization focused on food system issues.
Episodes
579. Midterm Election Surprises, Haiti's Hunger Crisis, and a Conversation with Peter Goldsmith on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 7
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Peter Goldsmith, a Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Consumer Economics at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, for Part 7 of Food Tank's series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development. They discuss Goldsmith's reaction to the sudden loss of federal funding for th
578. John Boyd, Jr. on the Fight for the Future of American Agriculture
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with John Boyd, Jr., a fourth-generation farmer, advocate and the Founder and President of the National Black Farmers Association. They discuss the strain that trade policies and supply chain disruptions are placing on farmers, what makes the challenges today worse than the farm crisis of the 1980s, and why the upcoming midterm elections are so import
577. Ebola in Kenya, the Power of Farmers' Cooperatives, and Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian on the Promise of Food is Medicine
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, a cardiologist and Director of the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University, about his new book Food Is Medicine: Healing Our Bodies, Nourishing Our Minds and Transforming Our Food System. They discuss how food has become one of the biggest issues facing humanity today, framing nutrition as a celebration of the good
576. A New Approach to Childhood Obesity, Food Worker Exploitation, and Cat Oakar on Farmers Markets as Community Infrastructure
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Catherine Oakar, Executive Director of FRESHFARM. They talk about the mounting pressure eaters face after federal funding cuts, how farmers markets serve as community gathering spaces and economic engines, and why supporting our local food systems helps us build resilience. Plus, clean energy may be out of reach for farmers, a report exposes the
575. Medically Tailored Groceries Transform Health, African Union Pushes Climate-Resilient Seeds, and Ertharin Cousin on Building Community-Centered Food Retail
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Ambassador Ertharin Cousin, CEO of Food Systems for the Future Institute. They answer the question if the next food crisis has begun, the forces putting groceries out of reach for families, and where publicly-supported supermarkets and strong policy fit into food access solutions. Plus, new research shows the benefits of medically tailored grocer
574. A Conversation with Dr. Columbus Batiste on Building Nutritional Resiliency
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Columbus Batiste, a board-certified interventional cardiologist, lifestyle advocate, and the Co-Founder of Healthy Heart Nation. They discuss the link between stress and chronic illness, overcoming distrust of scientists and medical professionals, and how we build nutritional resiliency. While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the
Where Food Education Meets Food Systems Change
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing three conversations from our Summit, "The Future of Food Education." First, Dani and Alexandra DeSorbo-Quinn (Pilot Light) talk about the work being done to expand access to food education in classrooms. Next, Dani and award-winn
The Waters that Sustain Us
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing three conversations from our "Water and Blue Foods Summit." First, Dani sits down with Sara Roversi, Founder of the Future Food Institute to talk about building sustainable aquatic ecosystems. Next, Dani and Kaveh Madani (U.N. Un
Marion Nestle's 90th Birthday Party
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. Food systems leaders celebrate author, nutritionist and NYU Professor Emerita Marion Nestle for her 90th birthday. Dani is joined by speakers including author Ruth Reichl, Kathleen Finlay (Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming), New York Times reporter
Meeting the Urgency With Faster Food Security Action
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing conversations from our Summit, "Acting at the Speed of Crisis: Challenges & Opportunities for Food Security Rapid Response." First Dani talks about early warnings for global food security with Inbal Becker-Reshef (Microsoft AI fo
Chefs on the Front Lines of Food Systems Change
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing three conversations from our Summit, ""Chefs Save the World." First, Dani and Chef Sean Sherman (North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems) talk about The Regional Indigenous Nutritional Guide—a tool for understanding ho
Building a Healthier, More Resilient Food System
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing three conversations from our Summit, "The Roots of Organic: From Soil to Shelf." First, Dani speaks with Gary Hirshberg (Stonyfield and Organic Voices) about how far the organic movement has come and where it needs to go. Next, D
Building the Future of Organic
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing three conversations with sustainable food business leaders from our Summit, "The Roots of Organic: From Soil to Shelf." First, Dani speaks with Paul Schiefer (Amy's Kitchen) on the shift away from ultra-processed foods. Next, S
Farming for Land, Community, and Connection
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing three sessions from our Summit, "The Roots of Organic: From Soil to Shelf." First, Dani and Leah Penniman (Soul Fire Farm) talk about farming as healing and the urgent work that's needed to protect the farm workers who feed us. T
Building a Sustainable Food Future For New York City
In this episode, we're sharing two conversations from our Summit, "People-Focused. Climate-Friendly. Food-Forward New York City." First, Dani and Siddhartha Sanchez (NYC Mayor's Office of Food Policy) sit down to talk about building a sustainable food future for New York City. Then Dani speaks with Maggie Baird (Support + Feed and Mother of artists Billie Eilish and Finneas), Emma Curtis (Strong R
Where Farming, Food, and Health Meet
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing a fireside chat from our Summit, "Nourishing the Future: How Farming Practices Shape the Food We Eat, the Health We Build, and the Longevity We Seek." In this conversation award-winning chef, television personality, and food syst
Putting Farmers and Ranchers at the Center of a Thriving Food System
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing two sessions from our Summit, "Thriving Farms and Ranches." First, Dani and John Piotti (American Farmland Trust) share their perspectives on what it takes to create agriculture systems where farmers can flourish. Then Secretary
Reimagining Business as Usual to Drive Food Systems Transformation
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing two conversations from our "Mission Driven Brands Sustainability Summit." First, Dani speaks with the First Partner of California Jennifer Siebel Newsom to talk about how her state is leading the way with its Farm to School progr
Making Food Waste a Climate Priority
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing two conversations from our Summit "Solving Food Waste is a Key Solution to the Climate Crisis." First, Dani sits down with U.S. Congressmembers Andrea Salinas (OR-6), Maxine Dexter (OR-3), Nikki Budzinksi (IL-13), and Melanie Sta
How the Next Generation of Farmers Are Reimaginging Our Food Systems
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space to talk solutions for food, agriculture, and environment during Climate Week NYC. In this episode, we're sharing conversations from our Summit "Putting Farmers First: How Young Farmers are Shaping the Future of Food." First, Michelle Hughes (National Young Farmers Coalition) and Caitlin Leibert (Amazon Grocery and Whole Foods Market) sit do
573. Disaster Readiness Pays Off, Diesel Prices Squeeze Farmers, and Conversation with Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark on Medicine for All People
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark about her new book Medicine for All People: Science and Ancient Wisdom for Revolutionary Healing. They discuss why food was pushed out of medical education, reclaiming the medicines that truly heal us, and how to create your own kitchen apothecary. Plus communities see early action paying off before the effects of El Niño in
572. A Victory for Food Workers, Dignity-Focused Models for Food Pantries, and Conversation with Roger Thurow on Abiding Hunger in the U.S.
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with author and journalist Roger Thurow, about his new book Abiding Hunger: An American Paradox. They discuss how hunger became a part of the national fabric even as it continues to be overlooked and ignored, the smallholder farmers bearing the brunt of this crisis, and what we should be demanding from legislators in the leadup to the next election. W
571. Support for Flood Victims in Nepal, New Funding for Climate Resilience and a Conversation with Robin Arzón on Eating to Hustle
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Robin Arzón, Vice President of Fitness Programming and Head Instructor at Peloton about her new book Eat to Hustle: 75 High-Protein Plant-Based Recipes. They talk about meals that work for every body and lifestyle, ditching myths around plant-based diets, and finding joy in foods that are fun—not just functional. Plus, learn how you can support c
570. Land Restoration Gains Ground, Water Rises in the African Sahel, and a Conversation with Alice C. Hill on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 6
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Alice C. Hill, the David M. Rubenstein Senior Fellow for Energy and the Environment at the Council on Foreign Relations, for Part 6 of Food Tank's series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development. They discuss how USAID's closure is impacting climate risk, the decisions we need to make now to
569. California Phases Out Paraquat, Women Fishers Cut Waste, and a Conversation with Kat Taylor on Building the Conditions for Regeneration
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kat Taylor, Founder of TomKat Ranch and TomKat Ranch Educational Foundation. They discuss how we scale regenerative agriculture and mitigate risk for food producers, why school meals are such an incredible lever for change, and the power of listening deeply and empathizing completely to advance shared goals for food systems transformation. Plus,
568. HHS Moves on Food Policy, Microorganisms Offer Farming Solutions, and a Conversation with Abdou Tenkouano on the Unexpected Potential of Insects
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Abdou Tenkouano, Director General for the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe). They discuss the insect being used to create everything from biofertilizers to animal feed, the efforts underway to control diseases transmitted by the world's deadliest animal—the mosquito, and private sector collaborations helping icipe
567. A Conversation with Betty Kibaara on the Power of Regenerative School Meals
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Betty Kibaara, Director for the Food Initiative at The Rockefeller Foundation, where she leads the implementation of the Regenerative School Meals Initiative in Africa. They discuss how school meals can do far more than feed children—creating reliable markets for farmers, restoring ecosystems, strengthening local economies, while improving health
566. Soil Restoration Promises Boost in Food Production, Cyclospora Offers Wake-Up Call, and a Conversation with Jerry Glover on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 5
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Jerry Glover, a Distinguished Fellow at the Food Security Leadership Council for Part 5 of Food Tank's series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development. They discuss how the agency supported agricultural research and development, why this mattered in the U.S. and abroad, and filling the vacuum
565. A New Investment in Organic Farming, Namibian Food Security Program Scales, and a Conversation with Maximo Torero on the Rising Cost of a Healthy Diet
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Maximo Torero, Chief Economist for the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization about the latest report on the State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World. They discuss the decline in global hunger, why the cost of a healthy diet is significantly higher than in 2020, and the policies that can help countries expand access to nutritious food fo
564. Right to Repair Won, A School Farm Program Boosts Enrollment, and a Conversation with Sara Mbago-Bhunu on Building Resilience in the Face of El Niño
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Sara Mbago-Bhunu, Director of the East and Southern Africa Division at the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). They discuss what this year's super El Niño means for farming communities and agricultural supply chains, the lessons learned from extreme weather events of the past, and why investing in resilience is cheaper than re
563. $127 Million in USDA Grants Restored, Nigeria's Hunger Crisis Deepens, and a Conversation with Vijay Kumar Thallam on a 'Simple but Profound' Farming Solution Spreading Around the World
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Vijay Kumar Thallam, Executive Vice Chair of Rythu Sadhikara Samstha (the Farmer Empowerment Organisation). They discuss the conventional agriculture practices based on outdated science, the growth of one of the world's largest agroecology projects, and the women central to the initiative's success. Plus, India acts to empower women farmers, a ju
562. Agrifood Investment Can Create 5 Million Jobs, SNAP Enrollment Falls, and a Conversation with Jessica Fanzo on Building the Food System We Know Is Possible
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Jessica Fanzo, a Professor of Food Policy & Climate at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies Europe. They discuss whether decisionmakers' awareness of the links between food, agriculture and climate is growing, the amazing potential of food systems transformation in urban centers, and what Fanzo believes would be a "game
561. A Conversation with Patrick Webb and Caitlin Grady on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 4
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Patrick Webb, a Professor at the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, and Caitlin Grady, Associate Professor and Director of Research and Policy at the Global Food Institute at the George Washington University, for Part 4 of Food Tank's series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for In
560. El Niño Begins, Project Empowers 10,000 Farmers, and a Conversation with Paul Lightfoot on Being in the Business of Making Food Systems Better
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Paul Lightfoot, General Manager of Patagonia Provisions. They discuss how the brand is proving it's possible to grow profits while investing in sustainable practices, awakening eaters to the harms of fossil fuel based agriculture, and the business risks that are paying off. Plus El Niño — predicted to be one of the strongest on record — has begun
559. Research Challenges Necessity of Synthetic Pesticides, New World Screwworm Detected in the U.S., and a Conversation with Kristin Coates on Building Local Models for Global Food Systems Change
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kristin Coates, Co-Founder and CEO of Regenerative California. They talk about creating a regenerative farm in a region dominated by conventional agriculture, pathways to build a more hopeful food future, and how the organization's model can be spread to other counties and beyond. Plus, demand for raw milk continues despite health risks, a new br
558. Dryland Farmers Lead Climate Resiliency, Colorado River at a Historic Low, and a Conversation with Patience Kabwasa on Reclaiming Land Stewardship Practices
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Patience Kabwasa, Executive Director of Food to Power. They discuss how the organization is reclaiming land stewardship practices and building solutions with community, Colorado's recent policy wins to strengthen food access for children, and how the organization is responding to setbacks created by federal funding cuts, Plus, the US Department o
557. The Hajj Begins, States Move to Ban Food Dyes and Additives, and a Conversation with Nicholas Enrich on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 3
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Nicholas Enrich for Part 3 of Food Tank's series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development. Enrich is a former civil servant who worked at the U.S. Agency for International Development under four administrations and the author of the new book Into the Wood Chipper: A Whistleblower's Accoun
556. Ebola Cases Rise, The Cuban Fuel Crisis becomes a Food Systems Crisis, and a Conversation with Dana Gunders and Emily Broad Leib on the Ways Are GLP-1s Changing Food Waste
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dana Gunders, President of ReFED, and Emily Broad Leib, Clinical Professor of Law and Director of Harvard Law School Center for Health Law and Policy Innovation. They discuss how the adoption of GLP-1 drugs is impacting food waste at the household and retail levels, how grocers and restaurants can respond to shifting eating habits, and what's hap
555. Fiji Advances Organic Ag, East African School Meal Programs Grow, and a Conversation with Jordan Chamberlin on Helping Kenyan Farmers Manage Risk and Build Resilience
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Jordan Chamberlin, an agricultural economist and a principal scientist at the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT). They talk about how new data and tools can help farmers manage risk, improving soil health without expensive inputs, and the impacts of conflict and funding shortages rippling through communities. Plus, shifting
554. Australia Cracks Down on Food Waste, Ag Co-ops Offer Stability, and a Conversation with Kathleen Merrigan on What's at Stake in the New Farm Bill
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Kathleen Merrigan, Executive Director of the Swette Center for Sustainable Food Systems at Arizona State University to talk about the recently passed House Farm Bill. They discuss what it means for rising food insecurity, MAHA's influence on the legislation, and what lies ahead as the Senate prepares to take up the Farm Bill in the coming weeks.
553. NY Acts on GRAS Loophole, Bolivia's Farmers Defend their Future, and a Conversation with Nabeeha Kazi Hutchins on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 2
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Nabeeha Kazi Hutchins, President and CEO of PAI, for Part 2 of Food Tank's series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development. They discuss what USAID's closure means for clinics and the women they cared for, the link between gender equity and global food security, and the opportunity we have to
552. Women Producers Challenge Taboos, Anti-Immigration Laws Fail, and a Conversation with Niaz Dorry on Reclaiming the Ocean for Fishing Communities
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Niaz Dorry, the Coordinating Director for the North American Marine Alliance. They discuss the forces consolidating and controlling our blue foods systems, celebrating the gifts of the ocean by diversifying our diets, and how we rebuild regional fisheries that center communities. Plus, hear about how the war in Iran could drive a shift to more su
551. Development Aid Plummets, Bangladesh Connects Farmers to Key Resources, and a Conversation with Amanda Koehler on the Termination of a USDA Land Access Program
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Amanda Koehler, Manager of the Land, Capital, and Market Access Network. They discuss the U.S. Department of Agriculture's decision to terminate 49 of the 50 land access projects, the barriers that young and beginning farmers face, and how we can support our local food producers moving forward. Plus, hear about what the latest numbers show about
550. Sunday Ekesi on Harnessing Insects for the Health of People and Planet
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Dr. Sunday Ekesi, the Deputy Director General of Research for Development at icipe. In this interview, recorded on the ground in Kenya, they discuss why research into insects and other arthropods is so important to managing infectious diseases, the livelihood opportunities that beekeeping offers to young people, and how icipe is filling the gap l
549. Amanda Leland on a Global Blueprint to End Overfishing
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani sits down with Amanda Leland, Executive Director of the Environmental Defense Fund to talk about her new book Sea Change: Unlikely Allies and a Success Story of Oceanic Proportions. They discuss the forces driving overfishing, the heroes of our food systems hiding in plain sight, and a replicable solution that protects the world's oceans while building resil
548. The Future of Vertical Farming, Côte D'Ivoire Invests in Women Farmers, and a Conversation with Abby Maxman on Dismantling USAID: What it Means, Part 1
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Abby Maxman, the President and CEO of Oxfam America for Part 1 of Food Tank's new series exploring the far-reaching impacts of dismantling the U.S. Agency for International Development. They discuss why the loss of humanitarian assistance is particularly damaging for women and girls, the eroded trust that could take years to rebuild with on-the-g
547. SNAP Recipients Sue USDA, Researchers Tackle Avian Flu in Livestock, and a Conversation with Emily Rees on Feeding a Growing World Amid a Widening Productivity Gap
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Emily Rees, the President and CEO of CropLife International. They discuss women's leadership in food systems, what the shuttering of the U.S. Agency for International Development means for agriculture research and development, intellectual property rights, and the role of integrated pest management for long- term sustainability. Plus, hear about
546. Karina Gonçalves David on Regenerating Land—and Livelihoods—with Agroforestry
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Karina Gonçalves David, a farmer and the Co-Founder of ProNobis Agroflestoral in Brazil. They talk about David's journey to becoming a farmer, how agroforestry can improve climate and economic resilience, and the empowerment of youth and women farmers. While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to
545. Strikes on Iran to Disrupt Supply Chains, an Investment in Agrichemical Research, and a Conversation with Reema Nanavaty on Building a Model for Women-Led Economic Resilience
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Reema Nanavaty, Head of the Self- Employed Women's Association (SEWA). They discuss the challenges faced by women in the informal sector, solutions that offer protection from the impacts of a warming planet, and how SEWA is creating pathways for women to become climate entrepreneurs. Plus, hear about what the U.S. and Israel's strikes on Iran mea
544. Farmers Refuse to Sell Their Land, Companies Support Legislation to Fight Food Waste, and a Conversation with Jules Pretty on Storytelling for Climate and Nature Recovery
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Jules Pretty, an Emeritus Professor of Environment and Society at the University of Essex. They discuss how storytelling can foster hope, transformation, and agency in the face of the climate crisis; why it's ineffective to use fear to drive change; and the vulnerability we need to move forward. Plus, hear about the producers turning down multi-m
543. Rosinah Mbenya on Powering Kenya's Food System through Agroecology
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Rosinah Mbenya, the Country Coordinator for PELUM Kenya, a network dedicated to advancing agroecological principles among smallholder farmers and pastoralists. They discuss policy developments protecting farmers' rights, agroecology as a climate solution, and the innovations that are drawing a new generation to the agriculture sector. While you'r
542. African Growth and Opportunity Act Extension, Storm Damage in Portugal and Spain, GLP-1s, and a Conversation with Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli on Creating a Roadmap to Unlock African-led Food Systems Solutions
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, the President and CEO of the ONE Campaign. They discuss how the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development has impacted the African continent, the opportunities this shifting landscape creates for the emergence of African-led solutions, and the innovative women spearheading food and agriculture systems tra
541. Deadly Nipah Virus Detected, a New Project Supports Mozambique's Farmers, and a Conversation with Ronni Kahn on Innovating for Food Waste Solutions
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Ronni Kahn, the Founder and Visionary in Residence of Australia's leading food rescue organization, OzHarvest. They discuss the mindset shift needed to truly value farmers and the food they grow, innovative food waste solutions developed through social entrepreneurship, and education models that can cultivate a new generation of climate warriors.
540. Chile's Wildfires Spread Faster, Ethiopia Reels in the Face of 'Catastrophic' Aid Cuts, and a Conversation with Paula Daniels and Kayla de la Haye on Making Food Systems Visible—and Fixable
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Paula Daniels, the Executive Director of the Los Angeles County Office of Food Systems and Kayla de la Haye, the Director of the University of Southern California's (USC) Food Systems Institute, about Food Base LA, a new tool that will help decision makers monitor and understand food access, food security, and the last mile of the food system in
539. Billionaire Wealth Spikes, Maryland Acts to Protect Shoppers, and a Conversation with Maria Kalaitzandonakes on the New Dietary Guidelines—and What They Mean for American Health
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Maria Kalaitzandonakes, an Assistant Professor at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. They discuss what's in the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, whether affordability is at odds with the latest recommendations, and why schools may struggle to meet new targets on added sugar without greater investment and support. Plus, hear about w
538. Ocean Temperatures Hit a Record High, Sudan Marks 1,000 Days of Civil War, and a Conversation with Secretary Kevin Atticks on Rebuilding Regional Food Resilience
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Maryland Secretary of Agriculture Kevin Atticks. They discuss an exciting new program that will incentivize conservation practices on farms, why producers should run for office, and what Atticks hopes to see from the federal government. Plus, hear about what new research reveals about rising ocean temperatures, why the U.S. is pulling out of more
537. New Dietary Guidelines for Americans Unveiled, Youth Turn to Agriculture, and a Conversation with Sara Farley on the Visions that Will Lead Us to a Hopeful Food Future
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Sara Farley, Vice President of the Global Food Portfolio at The Rockefeller Foundation. They discuss the intentionality and hope that's needed to build the future we want to see, food as a connector and act of love, and the idea that "systems change isn't so complicated that it's impossible." Plus, hear about what's in the new Dietary Guidelines
536. Monicah Yator on the Women Farmers Rewriting the Future of Food and Farming
2026 is the International Year of the Woman Farmer, and for the first episode of Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg of the year, we're kicking things off with a special conversation about the essential role that women play across food and agriculture systems. Dani sits down with Monicah Yator, Founder of Indigenous Women and Girls Initiative, to discuss the cross-cutting benefits of investing in and u
535. Funding for Biodiversity Falls Short, Influential Glyphosate Study Retracted, and a Conversation with Marion Nestle on What to Eat Now
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with author, nutritionist and Professor Emerita Marion Nestle about her new book, What to Eat Now: The Indispensable Guide to Good Food, How to Find It, and Why It Matters. They talk about the problem with ultra-processed foods, the rise of dynamic pricing, and how eaters can navigate the thousands of options in grocery stores. Plus, hear about the fu
534. A Bailout for Farmers, Tackling Forever Chemicals, and a Conversation with Sieglinde Snapp and Eske Willerslev on What Ancient Soil Teaches Us About Future Resilience
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Sieglinde Snapp, Director of the Sustainable Agrifood Systems program at CIMMYT, and Eske Willerslev, a Professor and evolutionary geneticist at the University of Copenhagen and Cambridge University. They talk about the interdependence of the biodiversity above and below ground, what ancient DNA reveals about climate adaptation solutions, and the
533. Podcast News Roundup: Week of 12.1.25
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani shares some updates and news that makes her excited, energized, infuriated, or curious: Court Rules to Protect Seed Saving in Kenya Australia's Government to Expand Right to Repair Nigeria Launches Initiative to Support Sustainable Farming San Francisco Sues Producers of Ultra-Processed Foods Microbes with an Appetite for Methane While you're listening, subs
532. Johanna Hellrigl Wilder on Rethinking Restaurants for People, Policy, and the Planet
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
531. Dr. Christina Economos on Putting Communities at the Center of Nutrition and Health Research
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
530. COP30 Kicks Off, Hundreds of Millions Displaced by the Climate Crisis, and East Africa Aims to Strengthen Agroecology Trade
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 fee
529. 'Check on Your Neighbors:' a Conversation with LaMonika Jones on the Human Cost of SNAP Instability
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
528. José Andrés and Michael Twitty on Humanity, Heritage, and the Language of Food
This episode of Food Talk features two conversations from Food Tank's recent Summit in Washington D.C. First the chef and humanitarian Jose Andres, Founder of the Global Food Institute at GW and World Central Kitchen, joins Dani to talk about changing outdated policies to meet the current moment, food as a universal human right, and finding opportunities in today's challenges. Then James Beard Aw
527. Reps. Nikki Budzinski and Shontel Brown on Fair Food Policy, Perseverance, and Putting People First
This episode of Food Talk features two conversations from Food Tank's first annual Food and Agriculture Policy Summit in Washington D.C. First Congressmember Nikki Budzinski, who represents Illinois' 13th District, joins Dani to talk about the legislation that's needed to connect local farmers with food pantries and the hunger crisis that's about to worsen as we hurtle toward the Supplemental Nutr
526. Crystal FitzSimons and Michel Nischan on Feeding Families and Fixing Food Policy
This episode of Food Talk features two conversations from Food Tank's recent Summit in Phoenix, Arizona to uplift the partnerships that will help us eat for health while supporting the wellbeing of farmers and the planet. First Crystal FitzSimons, President of the Food Research & Action Center (FRAC) talks about human impact of the policies threatening food and nutrition security as well as th
525. The Government Shutdown Threatens Food Assistance, Earth Hits a Major Tipping Point, and a Conversation with Sam Kass on Staving Off Climate Catastrophe
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Sam Kass, a Partner at Acre Venture Partners, the former senior policy advisor for nutrition in the Obama Administration, and the author of the new book, The Last Supper: How to Overcome the Coming Food Crisis. They compare the rhetoric and the actions of the Make America Healthy Again movement, discuss how the climate crisis is already upending
524. An Investment in African Agri-food Systems, World Food Day, and a Conversation with Keithlin Caroo-Afrifa on Supporting Women Farmers on the Frontlines of the Climate Crisis
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 beco
523. States Brace for SNAP Changes, a Diet to Cut GHG Emissions, and a Conversation with Stacy Dean on Bridging Research, Policy, and Real-World Impact
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Stacy Dean, the Carbonell Family Executive Director for the Global Food Institute at GW. They discuss the changes from the Trump-Vance Administration that have weakened the federal nutrition safety net, the need to translate research and knowledge into actionable recommendations for policy officials, and how we can pave a path for young people to
522. Jonathan Kung on Cutting Through the Noise on Food and Climate
On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Jonathan Kung, a chef, cookbook author, and influential content creator known for his vibrant "third culture" cooking—blending cultural traditions, flavors, and ingredients that hold personal meaning. They discuss what it means to be a third culture cook, how to combat misinformation around nutrition and health, and the local, grassroots communit
521. Stephanie Hsu, Sea Matias, and Karen Washington on Community Land Stewardship and Farming in the Bronx and Beyond.
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
520. David Moscow And Sam Kass On Farming, Storytelling, Food Systems, Policy, And Impact
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
519. Florence Fabricant, Ruth Reichl and Priya Krishna on Food Writing, Storytelling, and Kitchens as Engines of Change
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
518. Grace Young And U.S. Congressman Daniel S. Goldman On The Future Of Food Policy And Advocacy
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. Our first conversation fe
517. Eitan Bernath And Paul Polman On Inspiring Youth To Take Action Against Hunger And Business Leadership For Sustainable And Inclusive Change
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
516. Anna Hammond, Viraj Puri, Sarela Herrada, Brendan Somerville, and Ron Ben-Israel at the Sustainable Foods Showcase
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
515. Helena Bottemiller Evich And Marion Nestle On Policy Priorities For Sustainable Food Systems And MAHA Wellness Trends
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
514. Maddy Devita, Chef Jon Kung, And Andrew Zimmern On Youth Action, Culinary Innovation And How Food, Media, And Storytelling Can Address Hunger And Climate Challenges.
Food Tank is live all week at WNYC-NPR's The Greene Space running food and agriculture programming at Climate Week NYC with over 300 speakers, 60 performers, and 15 events. Watch these conversations live on Food Tank's YouTube channel, or by visiting FoodTank.com. While you are on our website please also become a Food Tank member to ensure programming like this continues. This episode takes you to
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