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The Real Steaks

The Real Steaks

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 "The Real Steaks" takes a dive into Iowa's agriculture industry from an environmental health and justice lens, focusing on the negative environmental effects of corporate agriculture, Iowa's meatpacking plants, and the rise of sustainable and regenerative agriculture. Special guests include Dr. Kristy Nabhan-Warren, Rep. Timi Brown-Powers, leaders from various sustainable nonprofits, and Iowa's sustainably-minded farmers. Earth Sciences Science
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  • Episode 2 - Timi Brown-Powers

    Episode 2 - Timi Brown-Powers
    May 21 2021

    In this episode, we learn about the story of a Tyson meatpacking plant in Waterloo, Iowa during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Representative Timi Brown-Powers recounts her experience advocating for the meatpacking workers in her community, the struggles she faced, and the best steps for moving forward. 

    Special guest: Timi Brown-Powers
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    26 mins
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