
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
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 23 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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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
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
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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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.
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
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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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