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Add Passion and Stir

Share Our Strength
No Kid Hungry
Share Our Strength
OLO
Rockefeller Foundation
Food Is Medicine
Child Hunger
Chefs Cycle
Hunger
Immigration
Thomas Jefferson
John Adams
Declaration Of Independence
Restaurant Industry
Navajo Nation
Regenerative School Meals
Feed
Portland, United States
Dilley Detention Center
Stupski Foundation
Citi

Every other Wednesday, “Add Passion and Stir” shares the inspirational stories of individuals who set their sights on a problem and use their strengths to create solutions. Hosted by Share Our Strength’s founder Billy Shore, a leading advocate in food justice for 40 years, we convene leaders from the worlds of hospitality, education, government, and beyond tackling issues like hunger, systemic rac... more

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Latest Episodes

Omaha Mayor John Ewing, Hastings, NE organizer Sierra Edmisten, and Bellevue, NE SNAP career navigator Alicia Fremont about food insecurity, poverty, SNAP cuts, and the pressure families face when groceries, school meals, child care, and work require... more

Why are millions of Americans losing SNAP food assistance—even when many remain eligible?

In this episode of Add Passion and Stir, host Billy Shore speaks with Jason DeParle, poverty correspondent for The New York Times, and Sharon Parrott, presiden... more

Tony Spring, chairman and CEO of Macy’s, discusses his career path that began at Bloomingdale’s and led to more than 40 years in retail leadership. Tony reflects on the lessons he learned from Burger King, the importance of customer experience, and h... more

Devon Klatell of the Rockefeller Foundation talks about the growing “Food is Medicine” movement and why it matters for health, equity, and cost savings.

Devon explains how the Foundation’s work evolved from agriculture and production to nutrition,... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Spring
Chairman and CEO of Macy's
Macy's Inc.
Episode: A CEO for Whom Social Purpose is Always in Fashion: Tony Spring on Leadership, Hospitality, and No Kid Hungry
Devon Klatell
Vice President at the Rockefeller Foundation leading food, nutrition, and health initiatives
Rockefeller Foundation
Episode: Food is Medicine: How the Rockefeller Foundation Is Reimagining Nutrition and Health
Noah Glass
Founder and CEO of Olo
Olo
Episode: Noah Glass: From Pizza Delivery to Olo, the Largest Restaurant Tech Platform
Alex Craddock
Chief Marketing and Content Officer for Citi, long-time supporter of No Kid Hungry
Citi
Episode: Chefs Cycle Supports Increase of 16 Million Children to Summer Meals
Micah Klasky
Executive Chef at 21C, top fundraiser for Chef Cycle
21C
Episode: Chefs Cycle Supports Increase of 16 Million Children to Summer Meals
Brian Morris
Owner, Hattie B's Hot Chicken, Nashville; Chefs Cycle rider
Hattie B's Hot Chicken
Episode: Chefs Cycle Supports Increase of 16 Million Children to Summer Meals
Cory Melanson
Chef at Splendido, Beaver Creek; first-time rider
Splendido
Episode: Chefs Cycle Supports Increase of 16 Million Children to Summer Meals
Elaine Cizma
Diner-turned-restaurant-adjacent; long-time Chefs Cycle participant
Team Cizma
Episode: Chefs Cycle Supports Increase of 16 Million Children to Summer Meals
Ted Cizma
SpaceX chef-turned-chef cycle veteran; father of Elaine
Team Cizma
Episode: Chefs Cycle Supports Increase of 16 Million Children to Summer Meals

Hosts

Billy Shore
Host of the show; founder of Share Our Strength; long-time food justice advocate.
Debbie Shore
Co-host and co-founder role with Billy Shore; facilitates discussion and audience engagement.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Giving & Receiving

    I started giving to No Kid Hungry this year because I grew up in a food desert and faced food insecurity. I know first hand how hunger can impact kids and instill shame. I am glad that I decided to tune into this podcast! I have learned so much and it has helped me understand that addressing and solving the issue of hunger is more than just about food - it includes solving socioeconomic issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SleepSavy
    United States4 years ago
  • Guests are so impressive!

    The guests they secure for this podcast are so impressive and inspiring! I love the pairings of amazing voices, the range of topics so relevant and important to today’s current events, and the hosts’ natural and engaging demeanor with the guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inspired DC Teacher
    United States7 years ago
  • Every episode inspires me

    I love listening to these podcasts, they are inspiring, smart and funny with interviews from passionate people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sccornwell
    United States7 years ago
  • Makes me want to be a better person

    I love the way Billy and Debbie Shore conduct the interviews with their guests. Thoughtful and smart! Every time I listen I learn something new and am inspired to be a part of my community. Having been in the restaurant industry, it’s great to hear the chefs speak about their backgrounds and how, in spite of working such long hours, being of service is part of what makes them tick.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lww
    United States7 years ago
  • Soda Chef

    Thanks for this podcast! Very informative and also entertaining. Offering great 'big picture' work, they work hard to bring in broad relevant content while deligently vetting out ideas. I like Billy's conversational style too, and this has helped inspire and connect me to what's going on in a foodie world comprised of lots of challenges as well as opportunities. ADD PASSION also offers lots of faith and hope and a variety of solutions. Some of these podcasts have already got me back a secon... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikejip
    United States7 years ago

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Thoughtful, smart interviewing; content prompts action.
Conversations are inspiring, smart, and accessible to a wide audience.
Guests are impressive and inspiring; great pairings and relevant topics.
A civil, solution-oriented discussion style that makes complex issues approachable.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Maine Governor Janet Mills on Standing Up to Bullies
Q: Can you remember back to that first kernel of, maybe I should run for office?
She explains that she started in Maine as a district attorney, discovered a passion for public service, and entered politics gradually, ultimately finding the right time and place to run for governor based on her record and roots.
Single Moms Need Economic Mobility
Q: So Chastity, can you share how you came to this line of work and what sparked the focus on two-generation programs?
Chastity describes growing up in challenging circumstances, influenced by education and social supports, and credits mentors and advocates (like Marian Wright Edelman) for shaping her path toward direct service and leadership in programs that support both moms and kids.
Nicolas Kristof and Allison Barlow advocate for Social Justice Native American Communities
Q: What lens do you look through when measuring progress and progress versus continuing need?
There is optimism about resilience and emerging programs, but acknowledgement that structural inequalities persist and require policy changes and better funding, particularly in early childhood and education.
Nicolas Kristof and Allison Barlow advocate for Social Justice Native American Communities
Q: What is it like for Native American kids trying to get an education today, and what are the major barriers?
Education systems are demoralizing and under-resourced, with large class sizes and limited access to trained Native teachers, but there is commitment to building programs that promote Native autonomy and higher education pathways through targeted scholarships and certifications.
Nicolas Kristof and Allison Barlow advocate for Social Justice Native American Communities
Q: Will the understanding of inequities stay with us after the pandemic, or will we return to business as usual?
The guests suggest it may be an inflection point, but without sustained political will and concrete actions, progress risks stalling; there is cautious optimism that some attention will persist, especially around health care and education, if reforms are pursued.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Add Passion and Stir

What is Add Passion and Stir about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Add Passion and Stir curates conversations with leaders from hospitality, public health, education, government, philanthropy, and social impact to explore hunger, food justice, and opportunity. Across episodes, guests share how their work leverages food, policy, and community networks to scale solutions—from nutrition programs and school meals to philanthropic innovation and cross-sector collaboration. The show stands out for bringing chefs and business leaders into policy and advocacy discussions, highlighting practical fundraising tactics, bipartisan hunger initiatives, and the power of storytelling to mobilize action. It's likely to appeal to listeners who want actionable ideas, cross-sector partnerships, and inspirational case studies o... more

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Recent guests on Add Passion and Stir include:

1. Tony Spring
2. Devon Klatell
3. Noah Glass
4. Alex Craddock
5. Micah Klasky
6. Brian Morris
7. Cory Melanson
8. Elaine Cizma

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