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Food First

Phil Knight
Food Insecurity
Food Security
Feeding America
Inflation
Agriculture
Community Engagement
Northern Illinois Food Bank
Charitable Food Network
Strategic Framework
Systemic Change
Community Support
Hunger
Michigan
Rising Costs Of Living
Climate Change
Economic Impact
Health Care
Social Determinants Of Health
Michigan Agriculture Surplus System
Education

“HUNGER IS NOT BETTER THAN WE ARE, IT IS NOT BIGGER THAN WE ARE, AND IT IS NOT BEYOND US TO SOLVE.” Featuring innovative leaders from government, industry and nonprofit organizations, Food First is a platform for sharing ideas and, more importantly, solutions to end food insecurity. Dr. Knight is a tireless advocate, believing that Michigan, the nation’s second most diverse agricultural state, can... more

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November 30 2025 by Phil Knight

November 16 2025_Crisis Management by Phil Knight

November 9 2025_Victor Green by Phil Knight

November 2 2025_Joe Presgrove and Garrett Zuver_Hunters Feeding MI by Phil Knight

October 26 2025_Linda Nageotte by Phil Knight

Dr. Mona Hanna_October 19 2025 by Phil Knight

Food First Michigan_Ryan Hoyle_101225 by Phil Knight

Bon Voyage Gerry_10.5.25 by Phil Knight

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Recent Guests

Victor Green
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Episode: November 9 2025_Victor Green
Linda Najat
President and Chief Operating Officer of Feeding America
Feeding America
Episode: October 26 2025_Linda Nageotte
Dr. Mona Hanna
A pediatrician, author, and public health visionary from Flint, Michigan.
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Episode: Dr. Mona Hanna_October 19 2025
Ryan Hoyle
Community leader focused on technology and food security
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Episode: Food First Michigan_Ryan Hoyle_101225
Kyle Wade
President and CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank
Atlanta Community Food Bank
Episode: Kyle Waide_9.28.25
Dr. Robert Bouvier
Internist and advocate for food as medicine
Self-employed physician
Episode: Dr. Bouvier_September 21, 2025
Dr. Seth Berkowitz
Associate Professor and researcher focusing on food insecurity and health outcomes.
University of North Carolina
Episode: Dr. Seth Berkowitz and Dr. Dawn Opel_9.14.25
Marcia Kiefer
Chief Operating Officer for the Food Bank Council of Michigan
Food Bank Council of Michigan
Episode: August 24, 2025 -- FBCM Strategic Plan
Kerry Calvert
Vice President for Government Relations at Feeding America, involved in food advocacy and policy reforms.
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Episode: Carrie Calvert_8.10.25

Hosts

Dr. Phil Knight
Host and advocate for food security, emphasizing the importance of nutrition in healthcare.
Jerry Bresson
Co-host and advocate for food security, involved in discussions on policy and community impact.

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Dr. Mona Hanna_October 19 2025
Q: When you think about the connection and just so we're all reminded about the significance of these, not just the classes, but helping children move toward a healthier diet, what are you seeing with these kids?
Dr. Mona discusses the importance of access to healthy foods and innovative programs designed to improve health outcomes alongside the critical conditions of poverty.
Dr. Mona Hanna_October 19 2025
Q: So tell us about yourself. Catch us up.
Dr. Mona reflects on her decade-long work since uncovering the Flint water crisis, emphasizing the ongoing fight for children's health and community stability.
Kyle Waide_9.28.25
Q: What do you see as the future of hunger relief?
Kyle discusses the increasing economic vulnerability in the community, the need for food banks to focus on providing budget-relieving access to resources, and the importance of collaboration with various sectors such as healthcare and education.
Kyle Waide_9.28.25
Q: How did you become the CEO for the Atlanta Community Food Bank?
Kyle Wade shares his journey from a public school kid in Mississippi to becoming the CEO of the Atlanta Community Food Bank, emphasizing his commitment to helping families in need due to his experiences with food insecurity as a child.
Bon Voyage Gerry_10.5.25
Q: What are the values driving your new venture?
I believe in engagement over participation, progress over activity, and integrity over applause.

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The podcast focuses on addressing food insecurity through insightful discussions with leaders from various sectors including government, healthcare, and non-profit organizations. Each episode typically highlights innovative solutions and collaborations aimed at mitigating hunger and improving food accessibility, particularly in Michigan. Unique aspects of the content include a strong emphasis on the intersection of food policy, health equity, and community engagement, underscoring the critical role of nutrition in overall health outcomes. The advocacy for treating food as a component of healthcare and the exploration of systemic changes needed in food assistance programs make this podcast especially noteworthy for listeners interested in so... more

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2. Linda Najat
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5. Kyle Wade
6. Dr. Robert Bouvier
7. Dr. Seth Berkowitz
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