One Bite is Everything

In this episode of  One Bite is Everything , host Dana DiPrima sits down with James Beard Award-winning chef  Chris Shepherd , whose groundbreaking Houston restaurant  Underbelly  wasn’t just about food – it was a movement. From his roots as a reluctant student turned kitchen prodigy, to becoming a champion of local farmers and global flavors, Chris has redefined what it means...

In this episode, your host, Dana DiPrima, dives into the surprising connection between your breakfast omelet and the U.S. Postal Service. Learn about the century-old tradition of shipping live chicks by mail, the challenges facing this practice today, and the potential consequences for small farmers, backyard chicken keepers, and our broader food system. From historical quirks to modern logistical...

In this episode of  One Bite is Everything , host Dana DiPrima sits down with Dr. Marion Nestle, a legendary figure in the world of food policy and nutrition. They dive deep into the power dynamics of the food industry, what's going on in MAHA, the evolving role of supermarkets, the future of regenerative agriculture, and the challenges of making healthy food choices in an increasingly corpor...

Tariffs aren’t just political strategy—they’re shaping what you eat, how much it costs, and whether the farms that feed you can survive. In this episode, we walk through the on-again, off-again tariff rollercoaster of March and April 2025—from Liberation Day declarations to global retaliation to quiet backpedaling—and explore how it’s impacting food prices, trade relationships, farm viability, and...

This month’s Local Food Challenge is simple, satisfying, and sneakily powerful: choose just one ingredient and commit to sourcing it locally for the next 30 days. Eggs, flour, yogurt, honey—just pick  one thing , learn where it comes from, and use it often. In this solo episode, host Dana DiPrima shares why this challenge matters, how it connects us more deeply to our regional food system, an...

What does it take to make local food more accessible, more transparent—and more delicious? In this episode, OBIE host Dana DiPrima sits down with Michael Robinov, co-founder of  Farm to People , a New York-based company delivering local produce, meats, and pantry staples to thousands of city households each week. Michael grew up steeped in natural foods thanks to his dad, a pioneer in the org...

In this episode of  One Bite is Everything , host Dana DiPrima sits down with Jamie Pritchard of WIT Farm—that stands for  Whatever It Takes —in rural Ohio. Jamie shares a raw and honest look at what happens when government support dries up and the impact of policy decisions reaches the fields. We hear a lot about budget cuts and shifting priorities in Washington—but what does that actua...

Guest:  Dana Cowin — Former Editor-in-Chief of  Food & Wine , host of  The Progressive Hedonist  podcast, and food media trailblazer. Summary:  To kick off One Bite is Everything's partnership with Heritage Radio Network, host Dana DiPrima sits down with the iconic Dana Cowin to talk about the transformation of food media, the chefs and farmers changing the world, and...

This week’s episode of  One Bite is Everything  takes you on a revealing journey—right into your own kitchen. Having done this herself to some astonishing revelations, host Dana DiPrima walks you through a simple but eye-opening Kitchen Audit to find out just how far your food is traveling before it hits your plate. You’ll explore three key spots: The  Refrigerator  (fresh food...

Egg shortages, skyrocketing prices, and farms in crisis—avian flu has made its way back into the headlines, but what’s really happening behind the scenes? In this episode, we sit down with  Michael Rhys, CEO & Co-Founder of Barnwell Bio , to explore how biosecurity technology is transforming the way we detect and prevent disease outbreaks in agriculture. Michael shares insights on why avi...

February 2025 Food Policy Recap: What You Need to Know Your food is changing, and the policies behind it could be making things worse. From rising grocery prices to a sudden freeze in farm aid, February brought major shifts that  impact what you eat, how much you pay, and where your food comes from.  In this episode, we break down the most critical policy changes and what they mean for&n...

Farmers are the backbone of America, but are they being left behind in Washington? In this re-released conversation with Sharon McMahon, better known as  America’s Government Teacher , we explore how farm policy is shaped, why farmers feel invisible in the political process, and how shifting power structures impact our food system. Since this episode first aired, we’ve seen budget cuts, trade...

What happens when a farm does everything right—gets permits, follows regulations, and builds a thriving local food community—only to be hit with lawsuits from its own neighbors? That’s the reality for Vernon Family Farm in New Hampshire, where a battle over agritourism, zoning laws, and NIMBY opposition is threatening their ability to survive. In this episode of One Bite is Everything , we dig int...

Welcome to the  100th episode  of  One Bite is Everything!  🎉 I’m so grateful to have you here as we hit this milestone together. Over the last 100 episodes, we’ve uncovered the deeper stories behind our food system, and today, we’re tackling a big one:  Does your supermarket have too much power? What does that mean? And what do we do about it? In this episode, we break d...

Think you’re eating local? Think again! In this episode of  One Bite is Everything , host Dana DiPrima walks you through a simple but eye-opening exercise: making a meal and counting the miles each ingredient traveled to get to your plate. Dana shares her own humbling experience of making a beef stew with local meat—only to rack up over  17,000 miles from imported spices, oils, and other...

A lot has been going on and even since recording this episode, things have changed. If you are interested in your food, food prices, the future of your food, and have your fingers crossed that our farmers survive, it's a good idea to take in 10 minutes a month (starting here) to get on top of the ripple effect that rocks the world of food from Washington and from other corners (this month from Poi...

I hear it all the time. Why is local food, AKA food from your local farmer, more expensive than the food in the grocery store. How can you justify shopping local and with small producers if it stings your wallet more? Here's the why and the how. Have a listen.

With egg prices soaring, consumers wonder what's happening, how it all started, and what's next. What we really want to know is how to prevent or mitigate this kind of situation, but are we ready for that reality? Take a quick 10 minutes to get a handle on the scope of this issue and some food for thought as you make your own egg choices.

Join "The Local Food Challenge" and start with "WHY?" Some reasons are obvious and some others you may not see yet are even more powerful. This is the start of a monthly episode where we dig into a fun, insightful 12-month local food challenge. It starts today, and you can sign up for a quickie guide to take you and your family through all the parts. You can join any time and we will catch you up!...

Let's take a look at some food predictions -- some absurd, some interesting -- and then I share some of my own that maybe we should all be prioritizing (or manifesting, as the case may be). Tell me what your predictions are. And maybe what you'd hope to see in addition to what you think you'll find. As promised, here's the link to the regional food episode with Kathleen Finlay of Glynwood Center.

Idaho rancher Glenn Elzinga and his wife and seven daughters have reinvented ranching cattle by listening to nature and working with her. This episode is part of a celebration of 5 years of the podcast where we’re bringing back some of the best episodes. This one is not to be missed and definitely worth listening to again if you heard it the first time!

In this episode of  One Bite is Everything , host Dana DiPrima speaks with Kathleen Finlay, president of the Glynwood Center for Regional Food and Farming. Kathleen shares her insights into the importance of revitalizing regional food systems, connecting farmers with land, and training the next generation of agricultural leaders. Together, they explore how sustainable, locally grown food bene...

in this episode, we take a look back at the factors facing Tenderly Rooted farm in California. As of last week, the Farm shut it gates for good. In celebration of five years of the podcast, we are looking back at some of the most pivotal episodes. And in light of the new status of Tenderly Rooted farm, I thought it was important for you to see inside the commodity market and how that hamstrings ma...

In celebration of 5 years of the podcast, I am bringing back some greatest hits that no one should miss. Rick Clark is one of those farmers who, through hard work and data mining from his own land, shows us all that what everyone says “can’t be done” on a large scale, actually can. Take a bite.

In this episode of  One Bite is Everything , we sit down with Trish Preston, a farmer and co-founder of the Winchester Farm Exchange, a groundbreaking initiative that’s redefining how communities connect with their food. Trish shares her incredible journey of overcoming personal health struggles and creating a thriving local food hub that supports over 60 farmers and artisans. Key highlights...