Food is Medicine (Part 2) with Peter Sinclair

Summary: In this Episode, Dr. P continues exploring the powerful connection between food, health, and community. Joined by Peter Sinclair from VI Loaves & Fishes, they dive deeper into how food programs are not only addressing hunger but also building stronger communities. The conversation touches on common myths surrounding food expiration dates, tips to reduce food waste, and ways to safely extend food use. Peter highlights the urgent need for volunteers at VI Loaves & Fishes and how listeners can get involved. The show blends meaningful discussion with energizing tunes from Blink-182’s “Anthem Part 2” and Daughtry’s “What About Now,” closing with Pete Townshend’s “Give Blood” as a call to compassionate action.

This program originally aired on Saturday, October 26th, 2024 at 9 A.M.

Guests:

  • Peter Sinclair — Executive Director at VI Loaves and Fishes.

Program Team:

  • Dr. Derek Poteryko — Host.

  • Jesse Woodward — Producer.

  • Arbie Fru — Technical Assistance.

Theme Music:

  • Digging in the Dirt by Retrograde

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