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REAP/SOW

FERN
Pollinator Crisis
Numu People
David Masumoto
Los Angeles Department Of Water and Power
California Water Wars
California's Central Valley
Water Rights
Owens Valley
Food and Environment Reporting Network
Agriculture
Shizuko Masumoto
PFAS
Water Pollution
Honeybees
Cultural Identity
Pollinators
Food
Beef
Cayo De Hacha
Organic Farming

Dispatches from the frontlines of food, farming, and the environment. From the Food & Environment Reporting Network, the producers of Hot Farm, REAP/SOW brings you narrative and investigative reporting that examines the consequences of what we choose to eat and why. Currently featuring BUZZKILL, a six-part series on the pollinator crisis

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes47Founded4 years ago
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Veteran food policy journalist Tom Philpott, one of the hosts of the Unconfined podcast from the Center for a Livable Future at Johns Hopkins University, joins Helena and Theodore in a unique collaboration. Unconfined is a monthly interview show focu... more

In this episode, FERN Editor-in-Chief Theodore Ross talks food and power in the West. There’s Ted Genoways on a JBS meatpacking plant in Colorado; Jeremy Miller on how large pecan growers are strangling a declining Rio Grande; and Paisley Rekdal on t... more

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The MAHA Commission has made big promises about what it would do to fix the nation’s food system and health. Its new strategy document includes 128 proposals for change – but little evidence that those changes can be made real. Helena and Theodore go... more

The impact of the Trump Administration’s immigration crackdown is starting to show up in new preliminary census data, and that poses major problems for all parts of U.S. society, but particularly in our food system: Nearly half the country’s food sys... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Philpott
Veteran food policy journalist and co-host of the Unconfined podcast
Center for a Livable Future at Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Special episode: A collaboration with the Unconfined podcast
Brea Baker
Author of 'Rooted', discussing her family history and the importance of Black land ownership.
Episode: Black land loss: A Conversation with Brea Baker from What You're Eating
Helena Bottemiller Evich
Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Food Fix
Episode: Forked: MAHA drama as food fighters duke it out with anti-vaxxers
Theodore Ross
Editor-in-Chief of Fern
Episode: Forked: MAHA drama as food fighters duke it out with anti-vaxxers
Ted Genoways
Senior Editor at FERN and author of 'Tequila Wars'
Food & Environment Reporting Network
Episode: Mexico’s Spirit: A Conversation with Ted Genoways, author of ‘Tequila Wars’
Mackison Remy
A Haitian immigrant who created viral TikTok videos promoting job openings at JBS.
JBS
Episode: Trouble on the Line
Edmond Iba
Recruiter for JBS who assists Haitian workers in finding jobs.
JBS
Episode: Trouble on the Line
Chelly Moise
Union representative from UFCW-7 who provides critical insights on working conditions.
UFCW-7
Episode: Trouble on the Line
Rodrigo Medellín
An ecologist known as the Batman of Mexico who is involved in endangered species conservation.
Episode: Buzzkill: Bats and the blue agave

Hosts

Teresa Katsourilis
Host of REAP SOW and BUZZKILL, she brings insightful narrative and investigative perspectives on food and environmental issues.
Helena Bottemiller Evich
Co-host of Forked, who addresses food policy and societal issues related to the food system.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • Already obsessed with Forked

    I adored the debut episode of Forked and truly hope there are many more to come!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    O_that's_nice
    United States7 months ago
  • Innovation and Hope in our Climate Emergency

    The FERN series foes a thoughtful and elegant job of connecting food access to climate solutions and regenerative agriculture, and making those ideas accessible to the general public. Listening to the journeys of individual farmers makes me eager to find new sources of funding for their transition initiatives, and the research that supports it. Eager to listen to the next episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kdkhands
    United States8 months ago
  • Each episode is fascinating!

    I’ve shared this w my followers because it’s a well of valuable info delivered in a fun and easy to listen to format!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lydiakia
    United States2 years ago
  • Great!

    Such an informative podcast. I learned so much from this podcast!! More episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tonita99999
    United States3 years ago
  • Fabulous podcast

    I really enjoy the show with it’s interesting topics, vision and comedic tie ins.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tyedyemom
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its engaging storytelling and informative discussions on pressing food and environmental issues.
Guests are frequently lauded for their insights and expertise in their respective fields, making the content both compelling and educational.
Overall, the production quality and thoughtful curation of topics receive high marks, making it a valuable resource in the landscape of agricultural media.
Many appreciate the diverse perspectives presented, particularly from farmers and activists, which enrich the listening experience.
The series is noted for its balance between urgency in addressing critical challenges and a sense of optimism for positive change.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Buzzkill: The mystery of the dead bees
Q: What was the impact of neonicotinoids on pollinators?
The neonicotinoids showed to be harmful to bees and can affect their thriving and reproduction rates, particularly impacting wild bees like bumble bees.
The Sioux Chef’s decolonized cuisine from The Switchyard Podcast
Q: What do you feel about the idea of authenticity in the food you're making?
We've created our own philosophy about Indigenous foods, emphasizing that Indigenous peoples today have the right to define their own culinary identities.
The Sioux Chef’s decolonized cuisine from The Switchyard Podcast
Q: How does decolonization work in the dining experience at Owamni?
At Owamni, we prioritize purchasing from indigenous producers and creating menus that reflect the cultural and environmental context of the Great Lakes region.
The Sioux Chef’s decolonized cuisine from The Switchyard Podcast
Q: What does decolonized food mean? What does that term mean?
Decolonized food involves understanding the impact of colonization on food systems and reclaiming indigenous knowledge and practices around food to promote health and identity.
Weaponized food from The Switchyard Podcast
Q: What do you see as the significance of how we make culture around food?
Food is central to the way we think of ourselves and the communities we're creating, influencing our relationships with others and our identities.

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Focused on the intersections of food, farming, and environmental issues, this podcast features compelling narrative and investigative reporting that sheds light on the profound consequences of our dietary choices. It thoroughly engages with topics such as food politics, the impact of agricultural practices, and the challenges facing local farming communities. Notable series explore critical themes including the pollinator crisis, racial injustices in land ownership, and the effects of immigration policies on the food system, making it a crucial resource for those interested in sustainability, social justice, and the evolving landscape of food production.

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2. Brea Baker
3. Helena Bottemiller Evich
4. Theodore Ross
5. Ted Genoways
6. Mackison Remy
7. Edmond Iba
8. Chelly Moise

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