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FERN
Food Policy
MAHA
SNAP
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Ultra-Processed Foods
CDC
Local Food Programs
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Public Health
Coca-Cola
Maha Movement
Food Assistance Programs
Agriculture
USDA
Food Politics
Egg Prices
Autism
Casey Means
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FORKED takes on the politics and policy that are turning the American food system on its head. Every two weeks, hosts Theodore Ross (FERN editor-in-chief) and Helena Bottemiller Evich (founder and editor of the newsletter Food Fix) dive into the complex issues that are transforming agriculture and nutrition. FORKED makes sense of this moment of radical change for everyone who cares about what they... more

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Latest Episodes

A third of the food Americans produce goes to waste, and a shocking amount of that waste happens in our own homes. But reducing food waste is possible, if we make a few simple changes. In this episode, which comes to REAP/SOW courtesy of Second Natur... more

Our guest on this episode is Michael Grunwald, a journalist and the author of We are Eating the Earth: The race to fix our food system and save our climate. He’s also well-known for his opinion columns in The New York Times, and his writing often tak... more

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Helena and Theodore are joined by Vani Hari, “the Food Babe,” a New York Times Best Selling Author, wellness entrepreneur, and social media influencer. This is a wide-ranging conversation, on Roundup, the new dietary guidelines, and why Hari wishes s... more

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It’s 2026 and Forked has returned from a short holiday break. Helena and Theodore are excited – and maybe a little nervous – to see what happens in the second year of life in the MAHA moment. Along with bold (and unsubstantiated) predictions, in this... more

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Recent Guests

Vani Hari
A blogger, entrepreneur and social media influencer known as the Food Babe, focused on food and health issues.
Episode: The Food Babe dishes on MAHA’s next moves
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Host of the What You're Eating podcast
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MAHA mom and influential lobbyist from West Virginia
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Veteran food policy journalist
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Hosts

Theodore Ross
Editor-in-Chief of the Food and Environment Reporting Network and a prominent voice in food journalism and policy discussions.
Helena Bottemiller Evich
Founder and editor of the newsletter Food Fix, specializing in food policy and its implications on public health.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Loving Helena’s Thoughts

    I love the show’s content but it is difficult to listen to Theodore talk over and interrupt Helena constantly. I hope he can slow down and let her get a thought out.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    GoldbergSarahE
    United States4 months ago
  • Struggling to continue listening

    First I want to say that I am very interested in the content and enjoy listening to Helena’s thorough analysis/discussion of the episode topics. My struggle is with Theodore’s direction(?) and participation in the podcast. I get that he wants to introduce each segment of the podcast, but I think we are past the need to describe what each section is. Worst - he continually talks over Helena when she is trying to answer a question he has brought up. He is obviously interested and informed about t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    BobtB100
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners commend the hosts for their expertise and ability to clarify complex issues surrounding food policy.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and relevant discussions about food politics and nutrition.
There are concerns regarding the occasional interruptions that can distract from the depth of analysis offered by the co-hosts.

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The Food Babe dishes on MAHA’s next moves
Q: How do you decide how far into the camp of the current administration you want to get into?
I focus solely on food-related issues and try to separate myself from other political topics to maintain my advocacy efforts.
The Food Babe dishes on MAHA’s next moves
Q: Did you ever think about going into the administration?
I hate politics, so I chose not to get involved directly with the administration despite having opportunities to do so.
The Food Babe dishes on MAHA’s next moves
Q: How did you go from like this loathed food blogger building this audience, this army to the power that you now hold in this movement?
It's years of telling the truth and not being afraid to tell the truth, highlighting how the food industry has duped the public.

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Focused on the evolving landscape of American food politics and policy, discussions rotate around vital topics that impact agriculture, nutrition, and public health. Central themes include the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, legislative changes regarding food safety, the implications of immigration on the food workforce, and critiques of ultra-processed foods. Noteworthy is the podcast's engagement with significant political figures and activists, highlighting both bipartisan efforts and partisan divisions in food policy. With hosts bringing their journalistic expertise, the podcast combines insightful analysis with timely interviews, making it a crucial resource for those interested in the intersection of food, health, and poli... more

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