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Imagine Audio: Big Sugar

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Muhammad Ali
Peter Ivers
Sugar Industry
Los Angeles
Punk Rock Scene
Parkinson's Disease
Family Legacies
Childhood Memories
Death
Murder
Humanity
Personal Growth
Memorial Services
Friendship
Boxing
Drug Use
Cultural Shifts
Violence
LAPD
David Jove

Come explore the secretive, multi-billion dollar sugar industry and the epic court battle that exposes how sugar is grown, cultivated and sold. Big Sugar is a deep dive into the inner workings of the industry.

Hear firsthand from the workers, lawyers and journalists exposing the lies, exploitation and ultimately the truth. We travel from the Oval Office to the nightclubs of Havana to the sugarcan... more

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Latest Episodes

Charity Ryerson investigates human rights and environmental abuse allegations against multinational corporations everyday. But what she and her team found in Central Romana worker camps was like nothing they'd ever seen before. Has the sugar ban chan... more

Meet Kina Phillips, part of the grass roots effort in Florida to fight cane burning and encourage the sugar companies to embrace green-harvesting methods. Then, Celeste digs deeper into how the pending Farm Bill affects the cost of sugar.

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Reporter Lulu Ramadan set out to cover the health effects of burning cane. Now, for the first time, there is data linking Florida residents’ respiratory illnesses to Big Sugar.

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Join us to continue investigating the world of Big Sugar, right up to the present day: Celeste Headlee hosts a three-episode update exploring the inner workings of the multi-billion dollar sugar industry. And catch up on episodes 1 - 9 today.

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Recent Guests

Charity Ryerson
Executive director and founder of the Corporate Accountability Lab
Corporate Accountability Lab
Episode: BIG SUGAR BONUS 3 - Forced Labor and a Government Ban
Lulu Ramadan
Reporter at Palm Beach Post
Episode: BIG SUGAR BONUS 1 - Black Snow Falls in Florida
Dr. Holly Schill
Director of the Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center
Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center
Episode: The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E5 The Eyes Lie (with Dr. Holly Shill and Frank Bourget)
Frank Bourget
Patient at the Muhammad Ali Parkinson's Center
Episode: The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E5 The Eyes Lie (with Dr. Holly Shill and Frank Bourget)
Imam Zaid Shakir
An American Muslim scholar and co-founder of Zaytuna College, known for his close relationship with Muhammad Ali as his spiritual guide.
Zaytuna College
Episode: The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E4 Paradise Regained (with Imam Zaid Shakir)
Reverend Al Sharpton
Civil Rights activist and minister
Episode: Introducing: The Tao of Muhammad Ali
James Buster Douglas
Heavyweight boxing champion
Episode: Introducing: The Tao of Muhammad Ali
Rashida Ali
Daughter of Muhammad Ali
Episode: Introducing: The Tao of Muhammad Ali

Host

Celeste Headlee
Host who brings rich insights into the complexities of the sugar industry and its implications on health and environment.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 755 ratings
  • Want to quit Sugar? Listen here…

    I discovered Big Sugar while in my journey to lose weight when there were only 3 episodes. I was so angered by what I heard the sugar industry was doing to us and was ready to boycott sugar. I did great for 3 months, I lost 30 lbs but then lost my way. Im back and just as angered as I was before. Its just the push I needed. Down 5 lbs already!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brandi P (Fine Girl)
    United States3 months ago
  • Just skip the ads

    I haven’t paid for a newspaper in decades. This is a great bit of journalism. The ads are annoying but think, when was the last time you paid for stories the world deserves to hear. Now more than ever.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Rybro
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Good story

    Good story but my god the ads are insane!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    TruckerCorey95
    United States4 months ago
  • Ads are Suffocating!

    Decent enough content, but with episodes only 25-30 min long, having 8-10 min of ads is distracting and hard to stick with. I’ve noticed the same with other podcasts owned/operated by iHeart. Unfortunate that it detracts from important content.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    DMP1276
    Canada10 months ago
  • Shocking, well made, just didn't like the 7th episode.

    Podchaser
    4
    Marika
    a year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many praise the authenticity of guest interviews and the insight into the sugar industry's hidden impacts, particularly relating to health and the community.
The storytelling element is often highlighted as engaging, despite a few critiques regarding pacing and focus.
Frequent comments indicate a frustration with excessive advertisements, which some listeners feel detract from the content.
Listeners appreciate the depth of research but have criticized the execution for being repetitive or lacking investigative journalism.

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The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E4 Paradise Regained (with Imam Zaid Shakir)
Q: How do you feel he faced the inevitability of his own death?
He faced it with courage, dignity, and reliance on God, trusting that he was ordained to move on from this world.
The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E4 Paradise Regained (with Imam Zaid Shakir)
Q: What were the circumstances that first brought you to Muhammad Ali?
Dr. Gianotti reached out and coordinated how the last stage of Muhammad Ali's life would unfold, ensuring it respected his wishes for a diverse service.
The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E5 The Eyes Lie (with Dr. Holly Shill and Frank Bourget)
Q: Tell us about the origins of Muhammad's involvement in the founding of the center.
Dr. Holly Schill recounts a fundraiser called Celebrity Fight Night, where Muhammad Ali agreed to be the face of Parkinson's disease in 1997, marking the beginning of his involvement.
The Tao of Muhammad Ali: E5 The Eyes Lie (with Dr. Holly Shill and Frank Bourget)
Q: How were you able to get into the Ali Center?
Frank Bourget explains that he got a referral to the center after being with another neurologist and mentions his wife's significant role in getting him the right treatment.
BIG SUGAR BONUS 1 - Black Snow Falls in Florida
Q: Did the report lead to any real, tangible changes?
The real tangible changes were minimal as the sugar burning practices have not changed, but more academic research is being conducted on air quality due to increased interest.

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The content prominently centers around the multi-billion dollar sugar industry, focusing on the systemic issues of exploitation, health impacts, and environmental concerns associated with sugar production. Episodes feature firsthand accounts from workers, journalists, and activists, highlighting serious issues like respiratory diseases caused by practices such as cane burning. Notable themes of environmental justice and the political dynamics surrounding sugar subsidies are prevalent, enriching the narrative with social and ethical considerations about this lucrative industry. Additionally, narratives surrounding prominent figures like Muhammad Ali and various personal stories interweave with broader reflections on life, legacy, and humanit... more

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2. Lulu Ramadan
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5. Imam Zaid Shakir
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7. James Buster Douglas
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