The Table Underground
Tagan EngelDigging 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
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 138 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureArtsFood | |||
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How communities are restoring Long Island Sound one shell at a time. Recorded live at the International Festival of Arts & Ideas, we hear from shellfish farmers Chief Sagamore Buddy Pocknett of the First Light Farm of the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe and ... more
Chef's Emily Mingrone, Damon Sawyer, and Arturo Franco Camacho in a Chefs Roundtable discussion on sourcing ingredients, the values and creativity that drive their kitchens, and the people that make it all possible. Recorded live at the 2026 Internat... more
Protests in recent years have mobilized millions of people across the country and world, and brought attention to issues of great injustice. Despite these mass actions, real systemic change on issues from genocide to immigration, to food and farm wor... more
Chef, activist, artist and author Bryant Terry on his 5th book, Vegetable Kingdom - cooking for his kids - uplifting Black and Asian food traditions - and collective actions to transform our "messed up food system". A show from our archives, first a... more
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- 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 Podcasts5robyndoyonaitken
United Statesa year 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 Podcasts5PepmocjaUnited States7 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 Podcasts5rosegrows1United States7 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 Podcasts5FirstPersonNaturalistUnited 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 Podcasts5AmeliaMouse
New Zealand8 years ago
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A thoughtful program at the intersection of food, social justice, and community building. Episodes frequently explore food systems, advocacy, and grassroots change through conversations with organizers, farmers, chefs, and researchers. A standout aspect is how personal narratives—racial and cultural heritage, family histories, and local-improvement projects—are used to illuminate systemic issues and practical paths forward. Listeners are likely drawn to hands-on social impact, sustainability, and policy-informed storytelling, with a strong emphasis on inclusive community voices and actionable ideas for change.
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The Table Underground launched 10 years ago and published 138 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Table Underground include:
1. Buddy Pocknett
2. Beth Simmons
3. Emily Mingrone
4. Damon Sawyer
5. Arturo Franco Camacho
6. Jose Oliva
7. Bryant Terry
8. Tim Macklin
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