Food, Policy, and the Future of Food Systems: Matt Jozwiak sits down with Corby Kummer, Executive Director of Food & Society at the Aspen Institute, for the first episode of Family Meal at Rethink Food. Together, they discuss the future of food, the role of policy in shaping better systems, and why cross-sector collaboration is essential to building a more sustainable and equitable food landscape.
A Partnership for Impact in Miami: In this episode, Matt speaks with Michael Schwartz, owner and chef of The Genuine Hospitality Group, about the partnership that helped raise over $1.25 million, helping fund over 250,000 meals for food-insecure neighbors across Miami-Dade. Their conversation explores how restaurants can be a powerful force for good and how hospitality leaders can turn community support into lasting impact.
Advancing Food Security Through Policy: Matt is joined by Congressman Jim McGovern, a longtime advocate for food security in the U.S. and around the world. They discuss the importance of public policy in addressing hunger, expanding access to healthy food, and creating systems that ensure no one is left behind.
Building a More Equitable Food System in New York City: In conversation with Kate MacKenzie, Executive Director of New York City’s Mayor’s Office of Food Policy, Matt explores the city’s efforts to improve food access, strengthen sustainability, and advance a more equitable food system. The episode highlights the role of local leadership in driving meaningful, community-centered change.
Food Politics, Nutrition, and Systemic Change: Matt sits down with Marion Nestle, renowned nutritionist, author, and food politics expert, for a conversation on the intersection of food policy, nutrition, and sustainability. Together, they unpack the forces shaping our food system and the changes needed to create healthier outcomes for people and communities.
School Food, Healthy Habits, and Community Well-Being: In this episode, Matt speaks with Nancy Easton, founder and executive director of Wellness in the Schools, about school lunches, nutrition education, and the role healthy food plays in student well-being. Their conversation looks at how food, movement, and policy can work together to support stronger communities.
Advocating for New York City’s Restaurant Industry: Matt is joined by Andrew Rigie, Executive Director of the New York City Hospitality Alliance, for a timely discussion on the policy challenges facing New York City’s restaurant industry. From outdoor dining to the financial burden of scaffolding, the episode examines how advocacy and public policy directly affect restaurants, workers, and local communities across the five boroughs.