The Science That Feeds Us
The story behind what's on your plate.
Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
The Science That Feeds Us
Latest Episodes
Is Red Dye #40 Safe? The Science Behind Artificial Food Coloring
In this episode, Dr. Lynette Johnston joins us to explore the science, use, and safety of one of the most common artificial food colors: red dye #40. Dr. Johnston explains where this dye shows up in our everyday lives, and why it is used so ext...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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32:20
Sugar Showdown: High Fructose Corn Syrup vs. Cane Sugar
In this episode, we sat down with Dr. Basheerah Enahora to unpack the science and controversy behind two of the most debated sweeteners in our food system: high fructose corn syrup and cane sugar. From their nearly identical chemical structures...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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30:30
PFAS in Our Food: What the Science Says About "Forever Chemicals"
In this episode, Dr. Khara Grieger and Dr. Katy May join us to explore the growing concern around PFAS, often called “forever chemicals,” and their connection to our food and water systems. From cookware and cosmetics to contaminated rivers in ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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37:43
SNAP Outreach: How Communities Are Expanding Access to Food
In this episode, Dr. Carolyn Bird joins us to unpack the role of SNAP outreach in connecting families to vital food resources. She explains how the More In My Basket program works to reduce barriers, simplify applications, and raise awareness o...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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34:21
Nutrition Education Through SNAP-Ed: What You Didn't Know
In this episode, Tammy Brunelle and Kim Eshleman join us to unpack the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program’s education arm, SNAP-Ed, and its role in promoting healthier communities. We explore how SNAP-Ed goes beyond food assistance to su...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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34:22