When it comes to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, nothing is more apparent than the unequal distribution of power between them. And this inequality is present in food, farming, and Palestinian agriculture. How has Palestine food culture changed in this conflict? And how has daily life changed for the farmers of Palestine? Tag along with me as we take a quick look at food culture and Palestine's agricultural history, and learn which organizations are making a change and how you can help free...

Well hey there everyone~~ Welcome back to Nothing Fancy. In Nothing Fancy I'll be cooking up some of my favorite recipes and I'll walk you through every step of the way while also talking about some history behind the dish, it's meaning to me, and whatever else I talk about. Today's episode is about a spicy tuna bowl. A quick and super tasty pantry-raid recipe that's a distant cousin of the Hawaiian poke bowl. Tuna, veggies, rice, what's not to love!  As you listen along, feel free to...

School lunches are an integral part of school life, and sometimes they're the only meal a student may have. Let's take a look at the history and evolution of school lunches through the years. Explore some of the concerns regarding healthy eating and nutritional education. And look at what the future of school lunches may look like. So where did the idea for school lunches come from? How has it evolved alongside America? And where is it heading? Follow me on Instagram at @AustinEatsATL ---...

Well hey there everyone~~ Welcome back to Food with Benefits but actually not. Today's episode is part of a new cooking series called Nothing Fancy. In these episodes I'll be cooking up some of my favorite recipes and I'll walk you through every step of the way while also talking about some history behind the dish, it's meaning to me, and whatever else I talk about.  Today's episode is on kielbasa soup. A recipe I learned from my mom which she learned from her Nana. So it's a recipe that's...

Well hey there everyone! Welcome back to another episode. Today we'll be discussing a bit on the history of ethics, it's relationship to food and eating culture, and is it really ethical to be vegan?  Follow me on Instagram @AustinEatsATL --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/foodwithbenefitspod/support

On todays episode we'll be talking about racism and xenophobia and it's presence in the food industry. From magazine editors at magazines like Bon Appétit, America's doublethink towards the Mexican people and their cuisine, and the white savior complex in fine dining. Ultimately, we'll learn together that food is a connection to a common ground where we can building lasting relationships and true appreciation for others. And there is so much opportunity for us to learn and to grow if we are...

On today's episode we'll be discussing picky eating with this weeks guest host, Chris Owens! Chris is a former picky eater and he'll join us as we dive into the underlying causes of "selective eating", complications and issues that stem from selective eating, and ways to overcome it. Join along with us as we explore this finicky relationship with food!  Follow me on Instagram @AustinEatsATL Find me online at austineatsatl.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to...

In this episode I'm joined by my close friend, Violet Padilla, who is my go-to source for anything K-Pop related. We'll be discussing K-Pop diet culture, it's connection to early-2000's American pop culture, it's harmful impacts on idols, and enjoying a charcuterie board while we're at it!  CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussions on various eating disorders.  Follow me on Instagram @AustinEatsATL Explore recipes and more at austineatsatl.com --- This episode is sponsored...

In this weeks episode we'll be taking a deep dive into America's current obsession with excess, particularly when it comes to food. We'll take a look how the evolution from WWI to The Great Depression, to WWII and the rise of post-war American capitalism influenced and shaped consumerism on such a deep level that we are still affected by them.  You can follow along on Instagram @AustinEatsATL Intro: Philanthrope, mommy - soupeddd! https://chll.to/9fc9acd9 Special thanks to Anchor.FM for...

Meet your host, Austin Thompson, as we prepare to take a deep dive into our relationship with food and how it’s shaped our lives, culture, history, and society at large. This week, we’ll take it slow and talk about my personal relationship with food and get a sneak peek at what’s in store for Food With Benefits. You can follow Food with Benefits on Instagram at @FoodWithBenefitsPod You can follow Austin on Instagram at @AustinEatsATL Music Credits: Intro: Philanthrope, mommy - soupeddd!...