Episode 394 • • 2:37 - 7:42
394: No Bagles for You!
Hunger Games, Homeless Feeding Bans, and Mayor Bloomberg
The hosts connect the popularity of The Hunger Games movie to real-world ordinances in cities like New York, Philadelphia, and Orlando that restrict feeding the homeless. In New York City, Mayor Michael Bloomberg's administration reportedly blocked a synagogue from donating bagels and carrot stew to shelters due to concerns over salt, fat, and fiber content. The discussion highlights the transition from public service to government micromanagement of nutrition for the indigent.