Slate Presents: One Year

1990: Bush vs. Broccoli


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In March 1990, a story broke that shocked the nation: George H.W. Bush had banned broccoli from Air Force One. The frenzy that came next would change the fate of a vegetable—and maybe even alter the course of a presidency.


This episode was written by Olivia Briley and Josh Levin, One Year’s editorial director. One Year’s senior producer is Evan Chung.


This episode was produced by Olivia Briley and Kelly Jones. 


It was edited by Joel Meyer and Evan Chung.


Derek John is Slate’s executive producer of narrative podcasts. 


Merritt Jacob is senior technical director.


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