#165: Reclamation & Resilience – Taking Nature Black 2025
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
1w ago
In this episode of Edible Activist, we’re kicking off the year with a powerful conversation about Taking Nature Black, a conference dedicated to celebrating Black leadership in the environmental movement. ?✨ As an official media sponsor, I’m honored to amplify this year’s theme: “Reclamation & Resilience”—a call to reclaim our narratives, protect our land, and build a sustainable future. Join me as I highlight the incredible speakers leading this movement, including Rev. Lennox Yearwood, Jr. of Hip Hop Caucus, Dr. Carolyn Finney, Matt Scott, Wawa Gatheru, and more. We’ll dive into the impo ..read more
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#164: Edible Activist Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
1M ago
Join me as I reflect on 2024—celebrating Edible Activist’s key milestones, and the exciting journey ahead in amplifying Black voices in growing spaces ..read more
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#163: Farming Truths and Myths: A Live Conversation with Gail
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
In this special episode, recorded during an intimate, invitation-only live event, I sit down with Gail, affectionately known as "The People's Farmer." Gail shared her journey, her wisdom, and the profound impact she’s had on farmers and growers across the city. Using a truth vs. myth format, we explored common beliefs about farming and food systems, with Gail’s thoughtful answers rooted in her lived experience and deep knowledge. The vibrant live audience brought incredible energy, making this conversation even more dynamic and unforgettable. Tune in for an inspiring celebration of resilience ..read more
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#162: Ashwagandha’s Power and Revolutionizing Wellness with HSA/FSA
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
In this episode, we sit down with Najee Ellerbe, founder of Everybody's Juice, to explore the journey behind his growing health-focused business. We revisit his origin story, building on his previous appearance in Episode #56, and discuss the biggest lessons he's learned along the way. Najee also shares the benefits of ashwagandha, a supplement he offers through Everybody's Juice, which played a key role in his own healing journey. Finally, he explains how he integrated HSA/FSA into his business model to make healthy juice more affordable and accessible ..read more
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#161: Food Systems Spotlight: SNAP and Farm Bill
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
In this episode of Edible Activist, we welcome back LaMonika Jones, Executive Director of DC Hunger Solutions, to discuss the latest updates on SNAP benefits, focusing on the changes with Give SNAP a Raise and its impact on families in the District. We’ll also delve into the Farm Bill, highlighting the importance of finalizing legislation that supports all aspects of the food ecosystem. Tune in for these essential updates ..read more
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#160: Growing Futures: Youth, Food, and Community
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
In this episode, students from the Youth Entrepreneurship Cooperative at Common Good City Farm take the lead, sharing their experiences exploring urban farming, food systems, and small business entrepreneurship. Through their initiative, "Youth Common Agrowments," the teens developed community agreements to address local challenges and created their own hot sauce brand, "Hot Topic." Focused on raising the wage floor for youth and advocating for their future, this mission-driven project highlights the power of youth leadership. Listen as these teens discuss how they're cultivating change in the ..read more
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#159: Farmer Wes aka The Compost King
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
We sit down with Farmer Wes, aka The Compost King, as he shares his inspiring journey and entrepreneurial legacy from his roots to his current role in urban agriculture. Explore his early agricultural experiences in Trinidad, from knocking down mangoes with bamboo shoots as a child, to his transformative journey through the Regenerative Agriculture Certificate program at Common Good City Farm. Wes unpacks the essentials of composting, its importance for growing healthy food, and what farming has looked like during this sweltering summer. Plus, get an insider's look at his involvement in other ..read more
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#158: Heirs Property 101: Insights with Urban Planner, Brittney Drakeford
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
Disclaimer: We are not lawyers and are sharing personal experiences. For legal assistance with heirs property, please consult a lawyer ..read more
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#157: Seeds of Blackness: A Journey Through St. Croix
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
https://www.seedsofblackness.com/grouptravel ..read more
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#156: Empowering LA: Prosperity Market Transforming Food Access
Edible Activist Podcast
by Melissa L. Jones
2M ago
Join us on this episode as we welcome Carmen and Kara, the dynamic duo behind Prosperity Market LA—a unique farmers market on wheels and food truck that features Black farmers, food producers, and chefs, bringing a curated market experience to the diverse communities of Los Angeles. Discover their inspiring origin story and how they joined forces to revolutionize LA's food scene. We explore the challenges of food access in the city and how Prosperity Market LA is making a tangible impact on the local community. Carmen and Kara share their vision for the future, discuss the opportunities and hu ..read more
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