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The F4 Hunger Awareness Show

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The F4 Hunger Awareness Show is a discussion hosted by Derek Fiorenza of Fiorenza’s Food For Friends (F4) and guests with the purpose being to raise awareness around hunger, poverty, and food insecurity. Included will be conversations with financial sponsors, food donors, food manufacturers, food recipients, agencies in need, and constituents of F4’s cause - to end hunger. F4 is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a world without hunger!

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Latest episode

May 29, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 63: Hunger in Japan 29.05.2026

This episode of the F4 Hunger Awareness Show focuses on #Hunger and #Foodinsecurity in #Japan. Our goal is to share valuable information and effectuate a positive change in society with love and compassion with the hopes of creating a world without Hunger!! @F4_Service shares some Hunger #Stats in Japan · According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), 3.4% of Japan's population suffe...

Episode 62: Hunger in Uganda 22.05.2026

This episode of the F4 Hunger Awareness Show focuses on #Hunger and #Foodinsecurity in #Uganda. Our goal is to share valuable information and effectuate a positive change in society with love and compassion with the hopes of creating a world without Hunger!!​ @F4_Service shares some Hunger #Stats in Uganda. According to the Global Hunger Index, Uganda receives a #Foodinsecurity score of 20.2 with...

Episode 61: Hunger in the Garden State 14.05.2026

Description Hunger stats and causes of poverty in the Garden State discussed. · Nearly 829,000 people lived below the poverty line in 2024 ($15,060 for an individual and $31,200 for a family of four is the poverty line) · As a percentage the poverty rate for the state was 9.2% which was actually less than the prior year at 9.7%. o The national poverty rate is around 12.1% · For New Jersey resident...

Episode 60: Hunger in New York 11.05.2026

Derek discussed hunger and food insecurity challenges across the state of New York, focusing primarily on New York City. Key Stats Between 1.2 and 1.4 million New Yorkers are food insecure in New York City representing a food insecurity rate around 15% 2.8 million people are food insecure across the state of New York representing a rate between 10.4% to 14% The child hunger rate in New York City i...

Episode 59 Hunger Updates Around the World 01.05.2026

Derek discussed hunger and food insecurity challenges around the globe from South Sudan, Samalia, Gaza and the United States. April 28th in the USA is "Hunger Awareness Day"   Key Stats South Sudan: 56% of population are food insecure Somalia: 134% increase in fuel price Gaza: 37,000 pregnant woman and 101,000 children are food insecure, or battling malnutrition USA: April 28th is "Hunger Awarenes...

F4 Hunger Awareness Show Episode #58 with Guest Eric Miller 21.04.2026

Eric discusses his volunteer journey with F4 and serving the community, and covers the great partnership with Blessings of Hope! 

F4 Podcast 57: Stacy Martin and The West Chester Area Senior Center 18.04.2026

Derek and Stacy talk about her experience meeting with The West Chester Area Senior Center. Here is a link to their website: https://wcseniors.org/

F4 Episode 56: Hunger Hotspots 13.04.2026

Derek discusses the importance of creating "Hunger Awareness" and shares some hunger stories from around the globe. Source https://www.actionagainsthunger.org.uk/our-impact/stories/the-hungriest-countries-in-the-world

Episode 55: Making a Difference with Ed Bonnett 02.04.2026

Ed discusses his work with the Media Food Bank, preaching at the church, and singing an Elvis song.  Together we can create a world without hunger!

Episode 54: Hunger at Any Age 23.03.2026

The hosts of the F4 Hunger Awareness Show discuss a visit to a local residential care facility that operates a sustainable farm, and explore the broader issue of food insecurity — particularly among college students.

Episode 53: An Update with CEO Brenda Russell 09.03.2026

Brenda and Derek discuss some of F4's Hunger Programs   Morsels 2 Meals Casserole Program  Food Recovery for Volunteers  F4 Newsletter  Morsels 2 Meals Zeffy Donation link https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/morsels-2-meals-the-dollar10month-initiative-to-fight-hunger?fbclid=IwY2xjawQYcd1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlSWVjNDJlY3FLOFhUNDhlc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHoxqasmwMqJUW-atCoKJ...

Episode 52: Get to know Catering With a Purpose (Ft. John Montgomery) 19.01.2026

Derek and John discuss how Catering With a Purpose came to be, and its impact.

Episode 51: Get to know Chartwell Law VIII (Ft. Douglas Burrell) 08.01.2026

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Douglas Burrell from Chartwell Law. Together they discuss the impact Chartwell has had on the Atlanta area, Douglas' journey in becoming an attorney through law school, and the importance of giving those who are struggling dignity and grace. They also talk about Chartwell's culture of caring and how they are partnering with F4...

Episode 50: Get to know Chartwell Law VII (Ft. Angel Gomez) 19.12.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Angel Gomez from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Angel's journey in becoming a defense attorney, what his particular practice of law looks like, and the importance of Chartwell's commitments and values. They also talk about Chartwell's culture of caring and how they are partnering with F4 in their Chartwell Cares Holida...

Episode 49: Get to know Chartwell Law VI (Ft. Isis Davidson) 12.12.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Isis Davidson from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Isis' journey in becoming an attorney, the wide breadth of areas of law she has worked in over the course of her career, and what her current practice of law looks like at Chartwell. They also talk about Chartwell's culture of caring and how they are partnering with F4...

Episode 48: Get to know Chartwell Law V (Ft. Leslie Whitten) 05.12.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Leslie Whitten from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Leslie's path in pursuing law as a career, Italian food, and work she does as a lawyer and what that may look like. They also talk about Chartwell's culture of caring and how they are partnering with F4 in this initiative, as well as how supporting things like local fo...

Episode 47: Get to know Chartwell Law IV (Ft. Barrett Albritton) 02.12.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Barrett Albritton from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Barrett's journey to becoming a lawyer, what his practice often entails, and what it takes to do what him and others do at Chartwell. They also talk about Chartwell's culture of caring and how they are partnering with F4 in this initiative.   Chartwell Law's website...

Episode 46: West Chester University (ft. Rita Patel) 27.11.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Dr. Rita Patel, the Senior Director of Community Engagement and Social Impact at West Chester University. Together they talk about education and Rita's journey as both an educator and a learner, gardening, and most importantly, West Chester University's resources for students, volunteers, and community members alike. Check out...

Episode 45: Get to know Chartwell Law III (Ft. Chris Pavuk) 18.11.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Chris Pavuk from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Chris' career and educational history as a lawyer, what law school is really like, how to stay positive and let go of the negative in life, as well as Chartwell's culture of giving and how they are partnering with F4 in this regard. Chartwell Law's website and LinkedIn: h...

Episode 44: Get to know Chartwell Law II (Ft. Victoria Godwin-Reese) 14.11.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek (and Brenda!) is joined by Victoria Godwin-Reese from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Victoria's career history and her immense dedication to her firm, Chartwell's culture of giving, and how Chartwell and F4 have partnered together to bring food to people in need across the nation as well as awareness to food insecurity. Chartwell L...

Episode 43: Get to know Chartwell Law (Ft. Ryan Hathcock) 12.11.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Ran Hathcock from Chartwell Law. Together they talk about Ryan's career history in getting into law, his work in construction litigation and worker's comp, and what life in Atlanta is like. They also cover Chartwell's current initiatives, and why giving back to causes such as food banks and shelters is important. Chartwell Law'...

Episode 42: Get to know Mallon Insurance (Ft. Tom Mallon) 11.11.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Tom Mallon from Mallon Insurance. Together they talk about serving and giving back to customers and the community, what it is that Mallon Insurance does and how they do it, as well as accepting the differences and diversity in people in order to best support one another both professionally and personally.

Episode 41: Get to know Whitford Insurance (Ft. Brian Ward) 23.10.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Brian Ward from Whitford Insurance. Together they talk about giving to charitable causes and supporting their missions, as well as Brian's career history in the insurance industry. Most importantly, they discuss information on insurance in terms of saving money by bundling, educating individuals on "overinsuring" vs. "underinsu...

Episode 40: Get to know McKenna Snyder LLC (Ft. Nicole Snyder) 16.10.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Nicole Snyder from McKenna Snyder Law Firm! Together they discuss Nicole's journey becoming an attorney, the education system and how she helps students within it through her career, and her experience as a mother separating work life and home life.

Episode 39: Ebbs and Flows (Ft. Pete Marziano) 14.10.2025

In today's episode of The F4 Hunger Awareness Show, Derek is joined by Pete Marziano, one of the musicians playing at this year's West Chester Chili Cook-Off! Together they talk about Pete's background and how he came to be a musician, how music can be an outlet for emotions, and the self-fulfillment that's often the driving passion behind an artist's music.

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