In this episode of Food News with Corby Kummer on Boston Public Radio, we dive into the deep end of food supply chains, where bananas and coffee are at the mercy of longshoremen strikes and invasive insects. With a sprinkle of nostalgia for locavores and a dash of Neil Young’s passionate rants about buying local, as Corby shares the consequences of relying on imported goods.

But wait, there’s more! The conversation takes a dark turn as they uncover the shocking state of a Boar’s Head plant, where inspectors turned a blind eye to moldy horrors. Just when you thought it couldn’t get worse, they discuss the insidious presence of “forever chemicals” in local foods, proving that even the most wholesome-sounding farms can harbor hidden dangers.

As if that wasn’t enough, the episode also features a humorous look at the culinary missteps of politicians on the campaign trail, from John Kerry’s Swiss cheesesteak faux pas to JD Vance’s awkward donut shop visit. With witty banter and insightful commentary, this episode serves up a feast of food-related revelations that will leave you both informed and entertained. Grab your cast iron skillet and tune in—it’s time to dig into the deliciously complicated world of food!