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The Table Underground

Tagan Engel
Wampanoag People
Social Justice
Food Entrepreneurship
King Philip Corn
Corn Sister Circle
Community Support
Economic Development
Environmental Degradation
Cultural Preservation
Funding Access
Black and Brown Entrepreneurs
Soul Fire Farm
Food Apartheid
RISA
Cityseed
Immigrant Support
Food Security
Agricultural Land Access
Farming While Black
Community Building

Digging deep into stories of food, radical love and creative social justice. Broadcast on WPKN 89.5 community radio Bridgeport, CT. Hosted by chef, activist, organizer, educator Tagan Engel

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Latest Episodes

Soraya Hosni is a French-Tunisian social entrepreneur, olive oil sommelier, farmer and environmental anthropologist. She speaks 8 languages and is as comfortable talking with North African olive farmers as she is with global leaders. Her innovative w... more

Rob Peck, aka Hood Farmer Rob is a Black urban farmer, mushroom grower and educator based in Bridgeport, Connecticut. His love of fungi has led him from cooking up mushrooms to foraging in parks and the forest, to growing mushrooms - both indoors and... more

For our first show of 2026 - go behind the scenes with our Host Tagan Engel's family, her partner Enroue Onigbonna Halfkenny and children Tomitsela and Ayo Engel-Halfkenny. They talk about the themes of this show: food, radical love and creative soci... more

Indonesian Chef and Farmer Ria Ibrahim shares on building loving relationship with soybeans through a multitude of methods to preserve and enjoy these sacred beans including as miso, tofu, and soy milk. As Farm to Table Director at Soul Fire Farm Ria... more

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Recent Guests

Lauren Sun Turtle Peters
A Mashpee Wampanoag seed keeper and founder of Corn Sister Circle.
Episode: Healing Through Corn Rematriation w/ Lauren Sun Turtle Peters
Dr. Mitch Levine
An OBGYN who has transformed the field of women's healthcare for over 40 years
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Episode: A Career Transforming Women's Health Care w/ Dr. Mitch Levine
Leah Penniman
Co-founder of Soul Fire Farm and author of "Farming While Black"
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Episode: From the Archive: Farming While Black + Fever Pitch Pilgrimage
Meg Fama
Owner of Farm Belly, a food truck turned restaurant in New Haven, Connecticut
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Episode: 2 Fab Women Food Business Owners
Raquel Rivera
Owner of A Pinch of Salt, a cooking instruction business
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Episode: 2 Fab Women Food Business Owners
Mohammed Alqurnah
Entomologist and Beekeeper from Bethlehem
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Episode: Palestinian Beekeepers
Hana Maaiah
Farmer and Beekeeper based in upstate New York
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Episode: Palestinian Beekeepers
Dishaun Harris
Black urban farmer and filmmaker, founder of Rootlife
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Episode: Growing and Cooking in Community w/Rootlife & By Brimarie
Briana Mclean
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Episode: Growing and Cooking in Community w/Rootlife & By Brimarie

Host

Tagan Engel
Host and Producer of The Table Underground

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • So happy to see this reboot!

    This pod is at the intersection of social justice and food. Looking forward to learning more each month about the challenges inherent in our food systems, as well as the solutions we can all participate in to feed our communities and uplift local food makers. Keep going, Tagan Engel!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robyndoyonaitken
    United States9 months ago
  • Compassion made yummy

    This podcast combines the best aspects of storytelling, land cultivation, community, and a big old dose of love! I enjoy how it offers ways to cultivate all parts of my life through food and land.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pepmocja
    United States6 years ago
  • Yes!

    I love this podcast! I really appreciate the intersection of food and social justice that you bring and also your personal voice/opinions are always appreciated. I’ve been loving the gas you’ve been bringing on and how you bring out the relaxed and authentic expression of each person.

    Thank you for sharing this work with all of us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rosegrows1
    United States6 years ago
  • It’s all connected

    I love how this podcast puts food and land together with social justice. Colorful, thought provoking, often mouth watering, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FirstPersonNaturalist
    United States7 years ago
  • Amazing!

    This podcast is so great, but I particularly enjoyed your latest episode with your daughter, speaking about feminist children’s literature. What an inspiring daughter you have. Amelia from New Zealand.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmeliaMouse
    New Zealand8 years ago

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Critics highlight its informative nature, with educational content that inspires action and engagement in community issues.
Many are particularly impressed with the personal narratives and the way the podcast handles complex themes with compassion and care.
Listeners appreciate the intersection of food and social justice, praising the deep storytelling and the diversity of voices presented.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Healing Through Corn Rematriation w/ Lauren Sun Turtle Peters
Q: How have the children taken to this? Like, how do they get involved, and how do you see it impacting them?
The children are excited and engaged, learning confidence and a deep connection to their Earth Mother through gardening.
Healing Through Corn Rematriation w/ Lauren Sun Turtle Peters
Q: Can you talk about this process of kind of learning, relearning, getting to know this sibling of this corn and learning about how to grow it?
Lauren describes the initial years as welcoming the corn back home, using traditional gardening practices and listening to her environment to cultivate its growth.
From the Archive: Farming While Black + Fever Pitch Pilgrimage
Q: Can you give us an overview of what is the work that Soul Fire Farm does?
Soul Fire Farm aims to end racism and injustice in the food system by offering food delivery, training programs for farmer activists, and reparations work.
A Career Transforming Women's Health Care w/ Dr. Mitch Levine
Q: What do you attribute your progressive approach to women's health care?
Growing up in an Orthodox Jewish household with a focus on ethics influenced my belief that the right thing should always be prioritized.
A Career Transforming Women's Health Care w/ Dr. Mitch Levine
Q: Can you describe how you would handle high-risk deliveries and women who have experienced trauma in their lives?
It's important to empower women and ensure they feel safe during the birthing process, as their emotional state can impact physical outcomes.

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A rich exploration of the intersecting histories of food, community, and social justice is at the core of this podcast. With a unique focus on personal narratives, episodes frequently feature guests who share their experiences related to agriculture, culinary innovation, and cultural preservation. The discussions often highlight the importance of community resilience and the impacts of food systems on marginalized populations, all while promoting healing and empowerment through shared stories. This podcast stands out due to its commitment to amplifying underrepresented voices and addressing the critical issues surrounding food justice.

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1. Lauren Sun Turtle Peters
2. Dr. Mitch Levine
3. Leah Penniman
4. Meg Fama
5. Raquel Rivera
6. Mohammed Alqurnah
7. Hana Maaiah
8. Dishaun Harris

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