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Our basic right to healthy food is at risk. What can we do? Written in an astute, engaging style, armed with examples from her own homesteading lifestyle, small farmer Nicole Faires' Food Confidential gives you the tools to fight the intangible battles as well as the practical ones.

Globe-trotting sports enthusiast Oly Bennet dives into the World Gravy Wrestling Championships, where costumed competitors grapple in 528 gallons of gravy for charity. This Lancashire tradition raises thousands for hospice care through pure, joyful absurdity. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Everybody eats. We may even consider ourselves experts on the topic, or at least Instagram experts. But are we aware that the shrimp in our freezer may be farmed and frozen in Vietnam, the grapes in our fruit bowl shipped from Chile, and the coffee in our coffee maker grown in Nicaragua, roasted in Germany, and distributed in Canada? Whether we know it or not, every time we shop for food, cook, and eat, we connect ourselves to complex supply networks, institutions, and organizations that enable our food choices.

"Food is more than just sustenance; it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and community. From comfort dishes that warm the soul to gourmet creations that spark curiosity, the world of food offers endless flavors and stories. Exploring the rich diversity of cuisines, ingredients, and culinary traditions not only satisfies our taste buds but also connects us to different cultures and experiences." Let me know if you’d like any changes!

Nutrition scientist and gastronome Dr. P. K. Newby provides a sweeping overview of the many interrelationships between humans, land, and food. Newby examines topics including key nutrition concepts behind good eating; the technology, biology, and psychology of food choices; how diet affects our health and environment; and evidence-based tips for creating lasting behavior change. At the same time, Newby debunks popular myths and food folklore, challenging listeners to "learn, unlearn, and relearn" the fundamentals of nutrition at the heart of a health-giving diet.

Clare Delish explores the wild transformation of festival food from soggy survival snacks to Michelin-worthy masterpieces. Discover the ancient origins, the moment chefs crashed the scene, and the plant-based, zero-waste future reshaping outdoor dining. History, culture, and culinary innovation collide in this deliciously fascinating series. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Why does a single banana cost $1,000? Dive into the extreme world of Japanese luxury fruit. In Japan, fruit isn't just food—it's a high-brand status symbol and a meticulously crafted gift. Join Jun as we explore the obsessive selective breeding and the unique economics behind the world’s most expensive produce. Discover the fascinating culture and business of premium fruit.

Hosted by author and journalist Jenn Sharp, Flat Out Food is a gorgeous documentary series that illuminates viewers about unique ingredients while exploring their journey from the field to the plate. Flat Out Food the Podcast, hosted by Jenn Sharp and Kaitlyn Schropp, further explores the themes and stories that are found in the series.

Welcome to the Field Food and Country Podcast, the home of countryside chat, banter and news. We will have a variety of guests throughout this regular pod, including some big names in the industry as well as some people you'll have never have heard of. This podcast sits alongside our popular subscription service, which allows members access to premium countryside documentaries covering every aspect from the field to fork. We track down the best characters to film and as such, we have so much extra information to relay that we wanted another platform to do that... hence the FF&C Podcast. Each ...

As millions of Americans turn to GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, entire food sectors are watching revenue evaporate. Host Nick Ledger follows the money trail through snack aisles, restaurant chains, and grocery boardrooms to uncover who's losing billions and what desperate pivots they're making to survive the appetite revolution. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Food Court In Session is a podcast, ranking, series of essays, and exploration of every mall in Metro Vancouver. Every two weeks, Justin McElroy, Steve Masuch and rotating guests explore a different mall in our region, as we debate and determine what a mall means in 2026, and which one in Metro Vancouver is truly the best. Come along with us on this very silly but worthwhile journey, as we go to new food courts, and debate old memories. Consider it less as a definitive ranking and more of an anthology of the walkable indoor commercial spaces of our city that inspire joy, annoyance, nostalgia ...

Journey through Japan's extraordinary culinary landscape. From iconic street food stalls in Osaka to world-class Michelin-starred restaurants in Tokyo, this podcast is your essential guide to the flavors of the Rising Sun. Explore regional specialties, hidden gems, and the deep culture behind every dish. Perfect for travelers planning their next trip or lovers of Japanese cuisine.

Short audio stories exploring Ukrainian dishes, traditions, and culinary heritage.Ukrainian Food Flair has been part of Nash Holos Ukrainian Roots Radio for many years, sharing the recipes and stories originally created and presented by Sylvia Molnar, a Vancouver culinary figure whose recipes and stories shaped the original radio series. This podcast brings those segments together into a dedicated space for easier listening and discovery.It also serves as a companion to the Ukrainian Food Flair cookbook, which preserves and honours the original recipe collection. Hosted on Acast. See ...

Creating Change with Food empowers everyday people to build nourishing, resilient food systems for a finite planet. There is no single solution; we all have unique bodies, lifestyles, and skill sets—real transformation comes from going back to basics, taking an integrated approach to people and planetary health, reimagining what is possible, and taking imperfect action.Join me every week on this adventure!

Although little is known about its author, this groundbreaking cookbook holds the distinction of being the very first vegan cookbook ever published. At the time of its writing, the Vegetarian Society and other proponents of vegetarianism were passionately debating whether dairy and eggs should be included in a healthy diet. This work boldly asserts, from its title to its footnotes, that the optimal diet is entirely free from animal products. It explores a wide range of arguments—historical, physical, ethical, aesthetic, and economic—culminating in timeless practical advice. This essential ...

One of the New York Times Book Review's Ten Best Books of the Year Winner of the James Beard Award Author of #1 New York Times Bestsellers In Defense of Food and Food Rules What should we have for dinner? Ten years ago, Michael Pollan confronted us with this seemingly simple question and, with...

Ever wonder why your order takes exactly seven minutes? Clare Delish reveals the hidden brigade systems, brutal economics, and fierce loyalty that define professional kitchens—where every plate is a financial bet and those who stay call it family. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Clare Delish reveals why classic cocktails like the Old Fashioned, Negroni, and Martini have survived over a century as blueprints for balance and precision. Each episode examines the cultural forces, ingredient relationships, and bartending philosophy behind irreplaceable formulas. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Ever wonder who those anonymous diners judging your favorite restaurant really are? Clare Delish reveals how Michelin inspectors operate, the brutal economics behind three-star kitchens, and why celebrated chefs are walking away from culinary's most coveted prize. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai

Journey through craft beer's revolutionary transformation from bland corporate uniformity to flavor-forward local artistry. Clare Delish reveals how homebrewers and hop obsessives created a $29 billion industry—and asks whether today's craft giants have become tomorrow's establishment. For more content like this, visit QuietPlease.ai