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The Business of Food with Steve Alexander

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Chicago's Best Baker
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Agriculture
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Sweet Reserve Bakery
Illinois Farm Dog Of the Year
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Lollapalooza
Food Prices
Seeds Of Change Garden Club
California Table Grapes
Piglet's On Parade
Malört
Cake Jars
Beef Shack
Cattle Herding
Climate Change
Gold Coins
Irish Dairy Farming

Steve Alexander reports on the agriculture industry with stories of how what we eat goes from farm to plate and profiles of the people and companies who make it all happen.

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Stan’s Donuts began in Los Angeles in 1963, after founder Stan Berman moved there in 1954 and opened the first location in Westwood. After forming a friendship and partnership, Rich Labriola of Labriola Baking Company opened the first Chicago locatio... more

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We hear a lot about omega-3 fatty acids and most of what we hear is that we don’t get enough of them in our diets. In the audio clip above, Dr. Daniel Robinson, an associ... more

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As a child, Emilia D’Albero loved cheese. Most kids do, but few take it as far as she did, all the way to the “Olympics of Cheese” — the Mondial du Fromage, a biennial ev... more

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Sunday, October 12, was National Farmer’s Day in the United States. Traditionally, when people think “farmer,” they don’t think of a woman. “It’s usually expected that it... more

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“I love Choco Chimps,” Jane Goodall told Nature’s Path Organic CEO Arjan Stephens. “I’m really proud to partner with you guys,” she told him in 2014 when the company team... more

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In the film The Irishman, Teamsters Union boss Jimmy Hoffa, played by Al Pacino, rallies an audience by pointing out how vital trucks, and the men and women who drive the... more

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So there you are, minding your own business as you inspect and squeeze the fresh produce in the supermarket when a robot named Servi, loaded with shelves of bananas and/o... more

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It was just another busy day in the Loyola Medical Center cafeteria in Maywood, Illinois. Cashier Ketzly Angel was helping a line of hungry customers. ER physician Dr. Jo... more

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Episode: A dairy farm that has no cows
Christina Nigro
The manager of The House of Cakes
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Episode: Chicago bakery starts an ‘Egg GoFundMe’
Stephania Marzelia
Founder of Sips, a coffee flavoring company
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Episode: Another home kitchen-to-CEO story
Erica Beth Levin
CEO of GloBowl, created a brand of baby food after identifying a better way to make healthier baby food.
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Episode: How to go from kitchen creator to national brand CEO
Sean Hayes
Emmy and Tony award-winning actor, known for his work in television and theater.
Episode: Sean Hayes talks about his mom and food
Laura Glaza
Executive Director of the Glen House Food Pantry, overseeing food distribution and community support.
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Host and reporter focusing on the agriculture industry, sharing insightful stories from farm to plate and featuring various stakeholders in the food system.

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Farmer strikes gold while planting corn
Q: How did he manage the selling of the coins?
He contacted Jeff Garrett, a coin expert, and they took the coins to Florida for appraisal and sale.
Farmer strikes gold while planting corn
Q: What can you tell us about the farmer's discovery?
The farmer discovered a glint of gold while digging in his field and eventually found over 800 gold coins from the Civil War.
Meet Chicago’s Best Baker!
Q: Any interest in going pro?
Sarah expressed interest but mentioned that she prefers not to wake up at 3 a.m. for baking shifts, indicating that better hours would make her consider it.
Fed up with egg prices? Want to start your own backyard flock? Check this out first.
Q: How much will it cost to raise chickens?
Costs include housing, feeding, and care, which may not be worth it depending on egg prices.
Fed up with egg prices? Want to start your own backyard flock? Check this out first.
Q: How many eggs will I get per day?
It depends on the breed of the chicken; one egg per day is common for laying hens.

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Focuses on the interconnectedness of agriculture, food production, and culinary culture. The discussions explore various topics such as innovative farming techniques, food industry transformations, and the marketing strategies of food products. Recent episodes have featured guests from diverse backgrounds, sharing expert insights on agriculture, kitchen remodeling, and nutritional trends. This blend of industry-specific knowledge and relatable stories positions it as a valuable resource for listeners interested in the food sector's complexities. Unique elements include personal anecdotes from guests that highlight the human element behind food production and consumption, making the content engaging and accessible.

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