November 2025 Food Literacy podcast post the federal government shutdown in the USA. A host of issues related to food security and sovereignty came to light during the shutdown, including the value of food assistance programs such as SNAP. Check out this episode as we begin addressing many of the issues raised.

As always, I will instruct you to pay attention to the show notes for information regarding this episode.

Scratching the surface about what we will be talking about in upcoming episodes:

Food security vs food sovereignty is important to know the differences between the two and why they are both important for our communities.

As I stated in the episode chronic disease is a huge problem. Why?

Global topsoil loss? And you want me to focus on the Epstein files?

The environmental and health impacts of pesticides are Immense.

More on the importance of a healthy food system.

Think spring 2026, David the Good talks seed companies, and I will contribute some additions in upcoming episodes.

Seeds explained, GMO seeds are... I will be keeping you revved up and ready to go in 2026!

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