Podcasts about food assistance

  The record federal government shutdown may be over, but the dysfunction to which it gave rise and helped spur continues to plague North Carolina. Here in our state alone, millions of average people who have long relied upon government structures and services to help make basics like health care and access to food more […]

At some point in our lives, many of us will struggle to afford groceries. A job loss, a medical crisis, a divorce, an unexpected expense — life happens. Yet shame often keeps us from seeking help at food shelves and through food assistance programs like SNAP. MPR News guest host Catharine Richert talks about food insecurity and the stigma that often surrounds it. Guests:Karen Tolkkinen is a columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune who writes about issues and people of greater Minnesota. She recently wrote a column about her experience turning to food assistance at two different points in her life.Susie West is a University of Minnesota Extension educator who manages and leads a program that helps make food shelves more dignified and inviting — places where families can choose food the way they would in a grocery store.Subscribe to the MPR News with Angela Davis podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Spotify or RSS.Use the audio player above to listen to the full conversation.     

While the government shutdown has ended, food pantries continue to face high demand. The Good Food Collective helps them meet needs. By Sadie Smith.Watch this story at www.durangolocal.news/newsstories/food-pantries-strain-to-keep-up-after-shutdown This story is sponsored by Happy Pappy's Pizza & Wings and Kroegers Ace Hardware.Support the show

Ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, KCUR's Up To Date broadcasted from Harvesters Community Food Network in Kansas City to hear how the organization is managing a time of extremely high demand.

Emergency state funding for food banks comes to an end.We take a look at how data centers impact energy usage.Oklahoma State University is providing four year degrees in Tulsa.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

Millions across the state are still waiting for November SNAP benefits to be paid out as the government shutdown continues. Beyond this current crisis, others remain anxious about their future eligibility for food assistance once the federal government's new stricter work reporting requirements go into effect next year. All the while, Chicago's food assistance organizations, food banks, and mutual aid groups are bracing for the inevitable rise in food insecurity across the city. We are talking with Ruby Ferguson, the Senior Director of Community Engagement at the Greater Chicago Food Depository, about how the city's network is preparing for the worst.  Good News: Nakama Toys Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 If you enjoyed today's interview with Deborah's Place Board President, Rosie Drumgoole, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this Nov. 10 episode:  The Newberry Paramount Theatre Babbel - Get up to 55% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

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KVMR News speaks with Kristin Plante, Nevada County Social Services Program Manager, about the ever-changing state of CalFresh benefits for Nevada County residents. Then we hear from Brett Bentely, Executive Director of the Food Bank of Nevada County and Victoria Lindsay, Marketing and Communications Manager for Interfaith Food Ministry. Bentely says food banks and pantries can't make up the difference for those not receiving federal benefits. For every one meal of a food bank provides, benefits provide nine.

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Any possible optimism that lawmakers would reach a deal this weekend to end the longest government shutdown on record has faded. The Senate held its first Saturday session since the shutdown began, but no votes were scheduled. John Yang speaks with former FAA administrator Randy Babbitt and Supreme Court analyst Amy Howe about two widespread effects of the shutdown: air travel and SNAP benefits. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Any possible optimism that lawmakers would reach a deal this weekend to end the longest government shutdown on record has faded. The Senate held its first Saturday session since the shutdown began, but no votes were scheduled. John Yang speaks with former FAA administrator Randy Babbitt and Supreme Court analyst Amy Howe about two widespread effects of the shutdown: air travel and SNAP benefits. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Any possible optimism that lawmakers would reach a deal this weekend to end the longest government shutdown on record has faded. The Senate held its first Saturday session since the shutdown began, but no votes were scheduled. John Yang speaks with former FAA administrator Randy Babbitt and Supreme Court analyst Amy Howe about two widespread effects of the shutdown: air travel and SNAP benefits. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

First, as the longest government shutdown in U.S. history continues, we speak with one of the roughly 400,000 in the county who rely on those benefits. Then, we tell you the impacts and risks of elders missing meals. Next, San Diego's housing voucher program is losing money fast, we tell you why. Finally, some weekend event suggestions.

As the nation readies itself for what could turn into the longest federal government shutdown in history, 42 million people - or about 1 in 8 - are bracing for a pause in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Here in Cuyahoga County, 190,000 residents receive SNAP benefits. Funding for the program will run out starting on November 1st. Regardless of whether the government reopens or Congress passes a SNAP funding bill, changes to SNAP eligibility and work requirements will take effect beginning November 1-impacting immigrants, families with teenage children, and others.rnrnrnFood Banks across the nation are readying to meet increased demand. Yet, SNAP provides about nine times the amount of food aid compared to food banks. Add to this, 1.4 million federal employees are either furloughed or working without pay, stressing household budgets and driving up food insecurity. How are area organizations managing the increased demand? And how can we support the region's wrap-around services to become more resilient in the face of external pressures? rnSpeakers: Annette IwamotornDirector, Cuyahoga Human Services Chamber, Center for Community SolutionsrnPatrick KearnsrnExecutive Director, Re:Source ClevelandrnDavid MerrimanrnDirector, Cuyahoga County Department of Health and Human ServicesrnModeratorrnGabriel KramerrnReporter/Producer, Ideastream Public Media

Indiana is making more children repeat third grade under a new reading rule. House Speaker Pro Tem Mike Karickhoff won't seek reelection next year. Prosperity Indiana, an economic advocacy group, released its policy priorities for 2026. With federal food assistance uncertainty this month local service organizations are stepping up. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Funds are coming to help with food assistance amid SNAP cuts.Starbucks workers in Oklahoma plan to join a national strike. Organizations are working to get a piece of 50-billion-dollars for rural health care.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

This Week in Oklahoma Politics, KOSU's Michael Cross talks with Republican Political Consultant Neva Hill and Civic Leader Andy Moore about the governor and legislative leaders approving $7M from the state's emergency fund for food banks amid SNAP cuts and the federal shutdown, calls growing for a special session to provide even more food assistance funding and the state Department of Human Services furloughing employees as the shutdown reaches historic levels.Signature gathering begins for State Question 836 to open primaries to all voters regardless of party and a state lawmaker calling for the investigation of a former Department of Corrections director who worked out a deal with an artificial intelligence company and then to a job with the same company.

When government funding delays threatened to halt SNAP benefits for millions of families, The Produce Moms Podcast turned its platform into a source of support and awareness. In this heartfelt and timely episode, host Lori Taylor speaks with Jack Griffin, the inspiring founder of Food Finder, about how his organization connects food-insecure Americans to essential resources.

As Congress and the President battle over funding the government, nearly 2,000 Door County residents who receive foodshare assistance are wondering if they'll be able to cover the next grocery bill. Myles Dannhausen Jr. talks to Debra Fitzgerald about who those residents are and how they'll be impacted if a funding solution doesn't come to pass. Plus, the Clippers head to state in soccer, a Halloween thank you and an update on the future of Rowleys Bay Resort.

Iowans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, are awaiting relief. Later, we hear about a new podcast from ISU Extension.

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The conversation focuses on the critical impact of the government shutdown on SNAP benefits, highlighting the struggles faced by millions of Americans relying on food assistance. It discusses the severe cuts to SNAP, the implications for families and local economies, and emphasizes the importance of community action and support for food justice initiatives. Resources for assistance and upcoming community events are also shared to encourage engagement and advocacy. WTH in Public Health Webpage!WTH in Public Health Session #1!WTH in Public Health Survey!

Oklahoma is working to get food to its citizens.A Muscogee citizens case against the state could be heard in the US Supreme Court.Oklahoma County's drug treatment court helps people navigate the criminal legal system.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

Staff and volunteers at The Pantry in Kalihi create more food assistance options for furloughed federal workers; Kauaʻi writer Jonathon Medieros shares the intention behind his poem "To the People on the Cruise Ships"

Renee Shaw leads a discussion about SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Guests include: State Rep. Adam Moore (D-Lexington), a member of the Kentucky General Assembly's Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Kentucky Task Force; Anne-Tyler Morgan, a Lexington healthcare attorney with McBrayer PLLC; and Heather LeMire, State Director of Americans for Prosperity - Kentucky.

Trump hosts ‘Great Gatsby' Halloween party as food assistance expired for millions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Brooke Rollins unravels the fraud and abuse of the SNAP program and says the Schumer Shutdown has shined a necessary spotlight on a corrupt social safety net. A remarkable turnaround for the bankrupt and corrupt Kennedy Center as a rapid and focused restructuring leaves the venue redecorated, sold out, and turning a profit. Highlights from President Trump's sit down with 60 Minutes which did more to expose media bias than promote Trump's many successes. Scott Adams asks Trump for help to save his life, and Trump responds.

Iowa families could soon face major food insecurity as the federal shutdown threatens SNAP benefits for more than 130,000 low-income households. Food banks are bracing and Iowa's hunger relief leaders share what comes next.

A federal judge orders the White House to keep the funds flowing for tens of millions of Americans worried about how to feed their families. The President says he has questions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Food banks, advocates, and local officials have been scrambling this week upon word that November's SNAP assistance won't be funded by the federal government. The Trump administration cites the ongoing shutdown for the move, and refuses to tap into federal contingency funding. However, state leaders say the hundreds of millions of dollars each month simply can't be covered on the state level, and holding back SNAP funding during a shutdown is unprecedented.Erin McAleer of Project Bread and Andrew Morehouse of the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts are part of the Make Hunger History Coalition. They return to the show this week to discuss the situation and offer resources for those in need, including the Project Bread FoodSource Hotline, which you can call at 1-800-645-8333.CONTENT NOTE: This discussion was recorded earlier in the week from the publish date, and there have been some legal developments over the funding for November's SNAP benefits. However, the interview's information on the story and resources for food access remains timely.

Tens of millions are one day away from losing food stamps as the government shutdown continues. Meanwhile, a judge weighs in on Trump's refusal to use emergency funds to avert the hunger crisis. Then, the President claims a “win” in his trade talks with Xi Jinping. Plus, a keynote conversation with New York Mayor Eric Adams on the election to choose his replacement and working with the Trump White House. David Drucker, Jon Ralston, Jake Lahut, Rohit Chopra, David Gura, Mayor Eric Adams, and Radley Balko join The 11th Hour this Thursday night. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Hundreds of thousands of Oregonians who help fill their pantries thanks to the federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could be cut off from the program. I’m Lauren Dake. On this week’s OPB Politics Now we will take a deeper about what will happen to some of the most vulnerable as the government shutdown continues. Find the show wherever you get your podcasts.   

First, how San Diego City College is stepping up to help students prepare amid the ongoing government shutdown. We also bring you the latest details on local food banks doing their part as well amid the shutdown. Then, another major airline would like to fly out of McClellan-Palomar airport. Next, we tell you about two signature horse racing events happening in the county. Followed by three new recipients of the San Diego Art Prize. Finally, some weekend event ideas happening across the county

WDAY First News anchors Scott Engen and Lydia Blume break down your regional news and weather for Friday, October 31. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. Visit https://www.inforum.com/subscribe to subscribe.

Tribal and state leaders prepare for food assistance programs to stop this weekend.Signature gathering begins on a ballot measure to open primaries.Oklahoma bats seem to be avoiding a disease impacting their North American brethren.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Tik Tok and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

Local organizations are urgently responding to help Georgians who will soon be without federal assistance for food. More than 1.4 million Georgians will lose their benefits when the nation’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program stops issuing funds this Saturday due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. “Closer Look” program host Rose Scott talks with leaders of several Georgia-based organizations working to make sure households across the state have food and other wraparound services. Guests include: Allison Ashe, the president and CEO of Wellroot Family Services Elizabeth Omilami, the president of Hosea Helps Lisa Regan, the senior director of programs and services at Saint Vincent de Paul, Georgia Plus, several former mayors of the City of Atlanta, along with business, civic and community leaders, are doubling down on their efforts to center diversity, equity, and inclusion. The group formed the new Soul of Atlanta Coalition. On Thursday, the coalition held the SOUL OF ATLANTA UNITY RALLY at Big Bethel AME Church. Following the rally, “Closer Look,” program host Rose Scott talks with former Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin and Jabari Simama, a former Atlanta city councilmember and retired educator. They discuss the coalition’s efforts to defend and preserve Atlanta's civil rights legacy amid the heightened attacks on diversity and inclusion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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California joins a lawsuit against the Trump administration over federal food aid. Meanwhile, the L.A. County Parks Department is stepping in to help feed Angelenos affected by the shutdown. The father of a Parkland shooting victim is using joy, art and advocacy to celebrate his son's life at a play showing in Culver City. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comThis LAist podcast is supported by Amazon Autos. Buying a car used to be a whole day affair. Now, at Amazon Autos, you can shop for a new, used, or certified pre-owned car whenever, wherever. You can browse hundreds of vehicles from top local dealers, all in one place. Amazon.com/autosVisit www.preppi.com/LAist to receive a FREE Preppi Emergency Kit (with any purchase over $100) and be prepared for the next wildfire, earthquake or emergency! Support the show: https://laist.com

00:08 — John Nichols is the executive editor of The Nation. 00:33 — Grace Yarrow is a food and agriculture policy reporter for POLITICO. Michael Altfest is Director of Community Engagement and Marketing at Alameda County Community Food Bank. The post Government Shutdown, USDA Cuts to SNAP; Plus, Bay Area Food Assistance Resources appeared first on KPFA.

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

Joyce talks about the disapproval ratings on both sides of the political spectrum when it comes to the Government shutdown that appears to have no end in sight. CNN fact checks Congresswoman Jasmine Crocket who accused President Trump of neglecting Americans while focusing on the White House ballroom. Joyce also talks about the history of President Trump being prosecuted by the left, stories the media is focusing on, Federal Food Aid ending on November 1st and a letter from a 26-year-old college student about privilege and entitlement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today... More than twenty-eight hundred Montrose County households — that’s over five thousand people — could see delays in their snap benefits if the federal shutdown continues past October 31st. And later... This season was a special one for the Montrose High School Mountain Bike team — and a farewell to longtime director Chris Brown.Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:Millions of Texans - more people than in any other state - depend on SNAP food assistance, and the Trump administration has chosen to use them as pawns in the ongoing federal shutdown drama: https://apnews.com/article/food-aid-government-shutdown-snap-trump-democrats-8a52a63b26a707ea676962226b090bb1...Almost two million children in Texas are in the crosshairs: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/millions-of-texas-families-could-lose-snap-benefits-if-shutdown-continues/...All of this comes as thousands of Texas federal workers have been furloughed or working without pay for almost four weeks: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/10/27/texas-federal-workers-government-shutdown-impacts/The University of Texas at Austin, the last institution of the nine offered a "compact" by Donald Trump that is still considering it, is said to be "in talks with the White House": https://www.axios.com/local/austin/2025/10/24/texas-compact-white-house...Faculty and students are up in arms against it: https://www.texasaft.org/membership/higher-ed/higher-education-news-texas-state-upholds-professors-termination-ut-austin-stays-silent-on-trump-compact/Austin State Senator Sarah Eckhardt is announcing today a run for the U.S. House in the newly-drawn and Michael McCaul-vacated CD-10: https://www.statesman.com/news/politics/state/article/sarah-eckhardt-congress-campaign-21115760.phpWe're excited to see YOU at one (or both!) of our 2025 Holiday Parties this December in Austin and Dallas! Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available now: ⁠https://act.progresstexas.org/a/progress-texas-holiday-parties-2025⁠Check out our 2025 Texas Statewide Voting Guide, including a link at the bottom for a printable version you CAN take with you to the polls: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/blog/2025-texas-statewide-ballot-guide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks for listening! Our monthly donors form the backbone of our funding, and if you're a regular, we'd like to invite you to join the team! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

How is the federal shutdown affecting food assistance programs? That's ahead.Then, Lawmakers are meeting with Jackson officials to discuss the city's public utility needs.Plus, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chad opens the show talking food assistance benefits not getting paid out on November 1st and why he doesn't believe President Trump has no way of funding the program even with the shutdown continuing.

Chad opens the show talking about the government confirming food assistance benefits won't be paid on November 1st due to the shutdown. Later, Chad also has problems with a new list claiming to rank the greatest movies in history.

Chad's full show today features talk about SNAP benefit funding going dry on November 1 due to the shutdown, Overrated, Underrated or Properly Rated, Omar Fateh pushing for MPD officers to arrest masked ICE agents, Star Tribune sports columnist Chip Scoggins and more!

On Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg, Dani speaks with Sam Kass, a Partner at Acre Venture Partners, the former senior policy advisor for nutrition in the Obama Administration, and the author of the new book, The Last Supper: How to Overcome the Coming Food Crisis. They compare the rhetoric and the actions of the Make America Healthy Again movement, discuss how the climate crisis is already upending global food and farming systems, and offer advice on how we avoid the worst of it by shifting culture. Plus, hear about the nutrition assistance benefits drying up as the federal government shutdown continues, the planet's approach of major climate tipping points, and the national adaptation plans that countries are developing that will offer investors and financial institutions a roadmap for change.  While you're listening, subscribe, rate, and review the show; it would mean the world to us to have your feedback. You can listen to “Food Talk with Dani Nierenberg” wherever you consume your podcasts.