Food And Travel Nation with Elizabeth Dougherty

Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/5/23 As we explore the "International Foods" aisle, this particular brand of soup mix popped out at us, and we decided to try it.

As you'll hear, this "chicken soup" is packed full of warming spices, and by comparison, it's a lesson that the typical American diet is rather bland and boring.   website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/5/23 We present, "The Top 10 Grocery Store Pet Peeves." 

If you haven't noticed, there's a BIG push for ordering your groceries online, and then picking up the packages in specially marked parking spots.

FYI... there are far more than 10 peeves, these will suffice for right now.    website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/12/23 We asked ChatGPT to write a paragraph about CRISPR technology being used in Brazil to create a genetically modified wheat.  What came back, surprised even us! 

People should be deeply concerned about the import of CRISPR-modified wheat from Brazil into their country for several crucial reasons. Firstly, the modified wheat has not undergone rigorous human testing studies, which means that potential health risks remain largely unknown. This lack of scientific evaluation raises serious questions about the safety of consuming such genetically modified products. Moreover, the fact that these wheat products won't be labeled as originating from Brazil or as genetically modified further compounds the issue. Without proper labeling, consumers are denied their fundamental right to make informed choices about the food they consume, which is essential for those with dietary restrictions, allergies, or ethical concerns regarding genetically modified organisms. In essence, the import of untested and unlabeled CRISPR wheat represents a concerning precedent for food safety and transparency, necessitating immediate attention and action from both consumers and regulatory authorities.   website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/5/23 Elizabeth has the latest food news stories and then there's this.  We're seeing reports of people using beet juice to create a bright pink "Barbie Lasagna" in honor of the movie.  While Elizabeth said she'd try it, Michael says NO! website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/12/23 Elizabeth takes us to a very small community in California with an old-world charm.  Solvang is located in Santa Barbara County and is known for it's quaint shops, amazing restaurants, outstanding architecture and is known as "The Danish Capital of America." website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/5/23 It happens all the time.  The car that's used for deliveries breaks down, and an employee has to stay at home.  This time, a hardworking guy came up with a plan to keep working, but his manager still wasn't happy.

Unfortunately, the story did not end well for this delivery guy! website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/12/23 The MOST overlooked component of your RV is that freshwater tank that's used when you can't connect to running water.  With the hot summer in full swing, it's crucial to keep that tank clean, sanitized, and ready in case it's needed.  Michael tells the story of how a mistake with a backhoe, left campers without safe drinking water, and you'll hear how easy it is to maintain your freshwater tank. website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/12/23 We're not sure what to make of this, but needless to say, based upon the events of the past three years, we're concerned.  A new vaccine has been produced BEFORE the official announcement of yet another pandemic.  Does this concern you?  It should.  Could we see another round of lockdowns, mask mandates and mandatory vaccines?  Without the authorization of congress, the White House converted the Covid 19 Response team into a permanent "Office of Pandemic Preparedness and Response Policy."  And, it wouldn't be a pandemic without that goofy, sweater wearing guy (who has NO medical training) appearing in the media pushing multiple jabs... and we're sure this all has nothing to do with the fact that there's an election next year!

"Fool Me Once, Shame on YOU, Fool Me Twice, Shame on ME."  website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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Food and Travel Nation
with Elizabeth Dougherty
The TRUTH about Food and Travel
Broadcast Date:  8/19/23 Full Show:  Since humans started cultivating grains for food, wheat has been a staple of our diet.  Early man had no way of knowing that Einkhorn flour was packed with protein,  iron, thiamine, fiber and lots of vitamins.  Of course modern science has screwed around with this ancient grain, genetically modifying it for its own profit.  Elizabeth talks about how/why this was done, and why you should be concerned when you see it on the shelves.  Also in this show, more information about the devastating fires in Lahaina, Hawaii and why you should be suspicious about the "news" that's coming out of Maui. You'll hear from restaurant employees who are speaking out about shortcuts their employers are taking, and our taste test focuses on restaurant branded frozen french fries.  In the travel hour, more Airline Debacles as agitated passengers are becoming more "unruly" and from the archives, Elizabeth takes us to Kansas to the Oz Museum, keeping alive the magic of the Wizard of Oz. website:  FoodAndTravelNation.com
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From the Food & Travel Nation Archives
Original Airdate:  June 16, 2012
"Thou Shalt Not Steal Pizza Sauce in NYC" It's Sunday which means we make sauce in our house. You can find my mother's meatball recipe here and my sauce recipes and basic pasta here. This week on Food Nation Radio Network we came across a story. Italians can be protective of their sauce recipes.  Two families in New York went to blows over sauce and pizza recipes used at L&B Spumoni Gardens in Brooklyn. Frank Russo, a former Columbo mafia mob boss, accused an associate of the Bonanno family. Eugene Lombardo was accused of stealing the pizza sauce recipe from the popular L&B restaurant. Lombardo's sons were employees of L&B. They gave Lombardo access to the food storage area in the restaurant. Then, he was caught looking at the flour they use to make pizza. Russo along with associates, Francis Guerra and Frank Iannaci went to the rival restaurant, The Square in Staten Island, to confront Lombardo. At the restaurant was a sign that read, "L&B-Style Pizza". Thereafter, a confrontation ensued, culminating in Iannaci slapping Lombardo because Thou Shalt Not Steal Stromboli Pizza Sauce NYC! After that, money was exchanged for use of the recipes. As a result, Guerra is now on trial for extortion. Source: Daily Mail.