On this episode of Solving for Why, Danny Leckie sits down with Jeff Simmons, CEO of Elanco, to explore the intersection of innovation, agriculture, and hunger relief. From leading one of the world's top animal health companies to tackling food insecurity, Jeff shares his journey, his "why," and how partnerships like ours are making a real difference.

Jeff Simmons Social Media & Elanco Information:

https://www.instagram.com/jeffsimmons2050/

https://twitter.com/JeffSimmons2050

https://www.elanco.com/en-us

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On this episode of Solving for Why, Adam Putnam sits down with Danny Leckie to share more about his work supporting local growers, expanding nutrition programs, and driving innovation in food systems.

https://instagram.com/adam.putnam/

https://x.com/adamputnam

https://www.ducks.org/

What’s Hatchin’ Notes:

Https://www.givingtuesday.org/participate/ 

https://Wish.org/illinois/our-events 

https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank 

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On this episode of Solving for Why, Danny sits down with Leslee Oden, President and CEO of the National Turkey Federation, to discuss her leadership journey, the role of NTF in championing the turkey industry, some behind-the-scenes details of the annual Thanksgiving turkey pardon, and more! 

https://www.instagram.com/homelessnancy/

https://www.instagram.com/natlturkeyfed/

https://www.eatturkey.org/

What’s Hatchin’ Notes:

The History of the White House Presentation - National Turkey Federation 

The White House 

Northfield Farmer raises National Thanksgiving Turkey flock | News | kimt.com 

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In this episode of Solving for Why, Danny sits down with Mitch Frazier, CEO of AgriNovus Indiana, to discuss the intersection of technology and agriculture and how a new category, HungerTech, is changing how we approach food security nationwide.

https://x.com/mitchdf

https://x.com/agrinovusin

https://agrinovusindiana.com

What’s Hatchin’ Notes:

Expiration of the 2018 Farm Bill and Extension for 2024 

USDA Invests $1.7 Billion to Support Farmers, Deliver Nutrition Assistance, and Bolster Rural Economies | USDA 

[2024-05-01] Chairwoman Stabenow Unveils the Rural Prosperity and Food... 

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In this episode, Danny, Mark and Christine discuss the catalysts behind Mark and Christine's work in the development space, lessons learned from working with leadership in agriculture, balancing personal and professional growth, and more."

Mark & Christine Jewell Instagram Pages:

https://www.instagram.com/markjewell/

https://www.instagram.com/thechristinejewell/

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On this episode of Solving For Why, Danny welcomes Marshal Sewell, founder of Mind Your Melon, a nonprofit raising awareness for mental health in agriculture. In this episode, Danny and Marshal discuss Marshal's experiences growing up on his family farm, the events that served as a catalyst for his advocacy and the launch of Mind Your Melon, and what the future of farmer mental health and wellbeing looks like.

Mind Your Melon Information

https://mindyourmelon.org/

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/mindurmelon/

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/mindurmelon/

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On this episode of Solving For Why, Danny welcomes Natalie Kovarik, a rancher, advocate, storyteller, and host of the top-ranked agriculture podcast, Discover Ag. In this episode, Danny and Natalie discuss common misunderstandings when it comes to our knowledge of where our food comes from, the importance of visibility into this space, and how marketing and storytelling can transform entire industries.

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On this episode of Solving For Why, Danny welcomes Fred Glass, CEO of Gleaners Food Bank located in Indianapolis, Indiana. In the episode, Fred and Danny discuss how Fred's experience growing up at his Dad's bar formed his understanding of food insecurity and the path that led him to Gleaners, a nationwide leader in the fight against hunger.

About Fred: 

Fred Glass is a prominent Indianapolis attorney and civic leader who has served his city and state in a variety of ways.  

On October 1, 2022, he became the president and chief executive officer of Gleaners Food Bank, the largest food bank in Indiana and one of the leading food banks in the national Feeding America network.  

An attorney, Fred has practiced at two of the city’s most prominent law firms: Baker and Daniels (now Faegre Drinker) and more recently Taft. He served as Chief of Staff to Indiana Governor Evan Bayh. He served as president of the Capital Improvement Board where he led successful negotiations to keep the Colts in Indianapolis, regularly host NCAA Final Fours, develop what became Lucas Oil Stadium, and dramatically expand the Indiana Convention Center. Fred also led the effort for Indianapolis to host the Super Bowl, laying the groundwork for its successful 2012 bid.  

He served as vice president and athletic director for his alma mater, Indiana University, from 2009 through its Bicentennial Year in 2020. There he led a cultural and physical rebuilding of the athletic department. 

Fred’s book, published in 2021 titled Making Your Own Luck: From a Skid Row Bar to Rebuilding Indiana University Athletics, is a powerful story focusing on personal empowerment and values-based leadership. Fred writes movingly about his father’s efforts to feed the hungry at his bar, including a young Fred and his family having holiday dinners at the bar with patrons who had nowhere else to go.  

He and his wife Barbara live in Indianapolis and have four children and five grandchildren.

Stay Current On What Gleaners Is Doing In The Community: 

https://www.gleaners.org/

INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/gleanersfbindy

What's Hatchin' Notes& Links:

Exploring America’s Food Deserts - The Annie E. Casey Foundation (aecf.org) 

Beyond ‘food deserts’: America needs a new approach to mapping food insecurity | Brookings 

USDA ERS - Characteristics and Influential Factors of Food Deserts 

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On the first episode of Solving For Why, Danny Leckie welcomes MPS Egg Farm's Co-CEO Sam Krouse. Sam discusses the lessons learned in being a part of a six-generation family business, and how eggs are the perfect protein to feed people and tackle hunger nationwide

Stay Current On MPS Egg Farms:

https://mpseggfarms.com/

INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/mpseggfarms/

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Welcome to the Solving for Why podcast, the show where passion meets purpose in the fight against hunger. In this podcast, we bring you conversations with leaders who are on a mission to put nutritious food on every table, from farmers to food banks and everyone in between. We'll dive deep into their stories, uncover their motivations, and explore the "why" behind their work in this critical space.

Solving For Why is hosted by HATCH For Hunger CEO Danny Leckie.

Produced by Jeremiah Tittle, Adam Bernard and edited by Justin Cortese for Next Chapter Podcasts.