This episode is short—but powerful. Dana DiPrima, host of One Bite is Everything and founder of the For Farmers Movement, introduces the One For Farmers campaign: a bold national effort to raise $1 million for small American farmers, one dollar at a time.

Dana shares the hard truth about the state of small farms in the U.S., the story behind this people-powered campaign, and why a single dollar might be more impactful than you think. She walks you through the origin, the mission, and the plan—and shares what happens when we hit that million-dollar mark.

You’ll hear:

• The story behind the One For Farmers campaign
• Why $1 is enough to make a real difference
• How grant recipients use the funds
• What’s been cut by the USDA—and how we can fill the gap
• How to join, fundraise, and spread the word

💵 Donate your dollar: https://www.forfarmersmovement.com/one-for-farmers

🧑‍🌾 Be one in a million. Stand with the people who feed you.

Guests: Mary Sue Milliken & Liz Murray

Description:

Restaurants aren’t just places to eat—they’re where over 55% of U.S. food dollars are spent. They shape what gets grown, what’s cooked, who gets paid, and how our communities gather. But the middle of the industry—the locally loved, mission-driven, community-based restaurants—is disappearing fast.

In this episode, I sit down with powerhouse advocates Mary Sue Milliken and Liz Murray—founders of MORE (Movement to Organize for Restaurant Equity)—to unpack the crisis restaurants are facing and why it matters to everyone who eats.

We talk about:

• The disappearing middle ground between fast food and fine dining
• Why immigrant labor, economic mobility, and parenting are all restaurant issues
• What diners don’t see behind their favorite neighborhood spot
• And how advocacy, policy change, and collaboration are reshaping the future of food from the back of house out

If you’ve ever eaten out (which of course you have), supported a local farmer (here's hoping), or wondered what’s really driving our food system—this episode is for you.

Find out more about MORE here.

Find out more about Mary Sue Milliken and Liz Murray here.

Find out more about your host and the For Farmers Movement here.

What if flavor isn’t just about enjoyment, but about truth? About health? About justice?

In this episode of One Bite is Everything, host Dana DiPrima is joined by Franco Fubini, founder of Natoora, a global produce company working with over 600 small farms to radically rethink how we source and value food.

Franco shares his journey from flavor-seeker to food systems changemaker—revealing how taste can guide us toward nutrition, sustainability, and deeper ecological connection. They talk industrial agriculture, the rise of supermarkets, the role of chefs as gatekeepers, and why we need to stop thinking about sustainability as a marketing term—and start seeing it as a mindset.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why flavor is the clearest signal of nutrition
• How post-WWII food policy reshaped consumer habits and farming
• What supermarkets and supply chains have to do with climate resilience
• The real opportunity—and responsibility—chefs have in shaping the future
• Why small farms matter and what makes a Natoora-sourced carrot different

Whether you’re a foodie, a farmer, or just trying to make better choices, this episode offers a roadmap for reimagining our food system—one bite at a time.

Links & Mentions:

• Natoora
• In Search of the Perfect Peach – Franco Fubini’s book
• @natoora on Instagram
• Learn more about the For Farmers Movement

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What happens when climate data disappears and federal funding for farmers dries up overnight? Wes Gillingham, farmer and president of NOFA-NY, joins One Bite is Everything to unpack what’s really happening in our food system right now. From the USDA’s removal of key climate tools to the veto of New York’s Good Food Purchasing Bill, Wes reveals how policy, advocacy, and farmer action intersect—and why this matters to every eater in the country.

If you’ve ever wondered why your hospital serves bad food or how farmers are supposed to plan for extreme weather without support, this episode is for you.

Key Topics:

• Why the USDA was sued—and lost—for deleting climate data
• The crisis farmers face when grants are frozen mid-contract
• How New York’s Good Food Purchasing Bill could change institutional meals
• Why local food isn’t just about flavor—it’s about public health, climate, and community resilience

Resources & Mentions:

• NOFA-NY (Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York): https://nofany.org
• One For Farmers Campaign: https://forfarmersmovement.com

This is a quick episode that connects the dots between your local farmer and everything that's important. It's another reason to shop local. Why would you not?

Join The Local Food Challenge for an easy monthly prompt to help you be just a little more local. It's fun, easy, and really packs a punch.

Download the free Farmer's Market Field Guide for 36 pages of how to get the most out of your farmer's market.

Support small farmers as part of ONE FOR FARMER$, where we raise one million dollars, $1 at a time, from one million people. Show you care about small farmers and donate $1 today! 100% goes to farmer grants.

Find out more about the For Farmers Movement here.

Connect with your host on IG here.

Who is hungry in America? It’s not just who you might think.

In this episode of One Bite is Everything, host Dana DiPrima talks with Rachel Sabella, Director of No Kid Hungry New York, about the hidden face of hunger in our communities. With one in five children at risk of food insecurity and grocery prices soaring, Rachel explains how bipartisan solutions—like no-cost school meals and Summer EBT—can have a powerful impact on families, local economies, and the nation at large.

They discuss:

• Why rising prices are pushing even middle-income families into food insecurity
• The importance of dignity in food assistance programs
• How proposed federal cuts to SNAP could reverberate through farms, schools, and stores
• What everyday people can do to make a difference

If you’ve ever wondered how hunger could exist in a country of abundance—or what to do about it—this conversation is for you.

Resources Mentioned:

• No Kid Hungry: nokidhungry.org and https://state.nokidhungry.org/new-york/
• State SNAP Agency Directory: fns.usda.gov/snap/state-directory

What happens when a chef goes beyond the kitchen and into the policy rooms, fishing boats, and oyster beds? In this episode of One Bite is Everything, Dana DiPrima sits down with Chef Kerry Heffernan of Grand Banks to explore the deep connections between what we eat and the health of our oceans.

Chef Heffernan shares his personal journey from growing up near the Connecticut shoreline to leading one of New York's most unique seafood restaurants, all while championing sustainable fishing practices and responsible aquaculture. From the overlooked porgy to the surprising truth about fish freshness, this conversation offers both practical takeaways and big-picture insights for anyone who cares about the food on their plate.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Kerry's upbringing near the water shaped his culinary philosophy.
• Why lesser-known fish like porgy deserve a place on more menus.
• The real story behind striped bass populations—and why appearances can be deceiving.
• How chefs can drive awareness and policy changes around sustainable seafood.
• Why aquaculture may be the key to feeding future generations.

Resources & Links:

• Grand Banks: https://www.grandbanks.nyc/
• Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch: https://www.seafoodwatch.org/
• For Farmers Movement www.forfarmersmovement.com
• Connect with host Dana DiPrima on IG @xoxofarmgirl

Credits:

Produced by Dana DiPrima and Sonia Dhillon.

Sound editing and original music by Russell Chapa.

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This month, the Local Food Challenge takes us to the vibrant, delicious, occasionally chaotic world of the farmer’s market. If you're not in the know, you might end up missing out on strawberries (by hours) like the host did. The episode connects you with smart shopping tips from the brand-new Farmer’s Market Field Guide, and explains why a simple market trip is actually a radical act of community care.

Whether you’re a first-timer or a lifelong shopper, you’ll walk away with fresh ideas, seasonal inspiration, and a renewed sense of connection to the people who grow your food.

✨ Highlights include:

• Why your dollars go further (and do more) at the market
• How to talk to a farmer without feeling awkward
• What to do when you can’t find what you came for
• Kid-friendly tips to make the market more fun
• How to shop smart—even on a budget

📥 Download the free Farmer’s Market Field Guide here.

Farm-to-table might sound good on a menu—but what does it actually mean in practice? And who’s paying the real cost of “good food”?

In this episode of One Bite is Everything, host Dana DiPrima talks with Chef Molly Levine of Westerly Canteen about the complex, often invisible challenges of sourcing locally, paying workers fairly, and keeping a restaurant alive. From the legacy of Chez Panisse to her Airstream kitchen in the Hudson Valley, Molly shares why walking the talk on food values is far harder—and more important—than most diners realize.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why "farm-to-table" has become more marketing than movement—and how to tell the difference
• The impossible balancing act between paying farmers, supporting workers, and staying in business
• How chefs can (and do) quietly compromise their sourcing—and what it takes not to
• What it really looks like to write a menu based on what farms can produce, not what’s convenient
• Why small changes by consumers can ripple across the food system

Resources & Mentions:

• Westerly Canteen – Molly’s project focused on seasonal, farm-connected dining.
• Molly Levine on socials and Westerly Canteen too
• For Farmers Movement – national initiative supporting small American farms
• Dana DiPrima on socials

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One Bite is Everything is co-produced by Sonia Dhillon, with original music and sound design by Russel Chapa.

In this episode of One Bite is Everything, host Dana DiPrima sits down with James Beard Award-winning chef Chris Shepherd, whose groundbreaking Houston restaurant Underbelly wasn’t just about food – it was a movement. From his roots as a reluctant student turned kitchen prodigy, to becoming a champion of local farmers and global flavors, Chris has redefined what it means to eat – and live – like a local.

You’ll hear how a Mickey Mouse cookbook sparked his culinary journey, why he once bought out an entire farmer’s market table, and how he used his platform to uplift cultures, communities, and unsung culinary heroes throughout Houston.

What you'll learn:

• Why embracing local ingredients means more than just freshness – it’s about trust, impact, and resilience.
• The value of building relationships with farmers – and the power of showing up for your community.
• How Chris's new show Eat Like a Local is taking his ethos from restaurant to screen – and changing lives along the way.

Featured Topics:

• The origin and evolution of Underbelly
• Building culinary trust with a community
• The quiet power of local food systems
• Fish sauce, wine pairings, and making vegetables irresistible
• How a chef becomes a storyteller

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