Topic: Food Law

3 chapters across the catalog

Climate Deaths
Episode 787 2:07 - 4:32

787: Climate Deaths

Texas Open Carry Law Implementation and Public Reaction

Texas officially implemented its open carry law on January 1, 2016, allowing licensed gun owners to visibly carry holstered handguns in public. While supporters argue the law increases safety, private businesses like Whole Foods have opted out by posting specific signage. The law still prohibits firearms in schools and courthouses.

Poison Wheat
Episode 441 1:26:55 - 1:35:13

441: Poison Wheat

Stanford Organic Food Study and Egg Regulations

A Stanford University study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine concluded that organic foods are not significantly more nutritious than conventional foods, though they do reduce pesticide exposure. The hosts discuss the "Big Organic" industry and new California health codes that make it difficult for small farmers to sell eggs.

Obama vs CIA
Episode 161 1:32:30 - 1:35:40

161: Obama vs CIA

Codex Alimentarius and Global Food Regulation

The implementation of Codex Alimentarius in Europe is discussed as a move toward total regulation of food and supplements. The hosts argue this "food law" undermines national sovereignty and gives a centralized "Ministry of Food" control over organic standards and genetically modified organisms.