World Food Prize Podcast: Dialogue That Feeds the World

The World Food Prize Podcast is the official podcast of the World Food Prize Foundation, launched in 2026—the 40th Anniversary of the Prize. Hosted by Foundation CEO and former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, the podcast builds on the enduring legacy of World Food Prize Founder Dr. Norman E. Borlaug, advancing the idea that food security is a fundamental human right that transcends politics, geography and ideology. Twice each month, Vilsack sits down with leaders from across the global food system—including scientists, farmers, policymakers, youth advocates, World Food Prize Laureates and global changemakers—to explore practical, forward-looking solutions for nourishing a growing world. Through in-depth conversations, this podcast aims to raise awareness about the global issue of hunger, educate listeners about the work of the World Food Prize Foundation and elevate the solution-oriented voices of those driving real-world impact. Each episode offers insight,

World Food Prize Podcast: Dialogue That Feeds the World is a science podcast hosted by World Food Prize Foundation, with 13 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

World Food Prize Foundation hosts World Food Prize Podcast: Dialogue That Feeds the World, a science show with 13 episodes published.

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  Episode #13

  World Food Prize Podcast with Dr. Michael Kremer, 2019 Nobel Prize Laureate

  Aug 19, 202636 minS1

  In this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, Dialogue That Feeds the World, Dr. Michael Kremer discusses how advances in digital technology and other innovations are reshaping approaches to global agricultural and development challenges. The conversation focuses on the broader opportunity to move effective solutions from isolated successful trials to systems that can operate at national and global scale, improving outcomes for farmers and communities. It also highlights the importance of building the institutional, financial and policy frameworks needed to support large-scale adoption of proven innovations. Dr. Kremer reflects on AIM for Scale’s role in advancing this agenda by connecting evidence, financing and delivery systems, and underscores the broader need for coordinated action across sectors to strengthen resilience and long-term development outcomes.

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  Episode #11

  World Food Prize Podcast with Jeremy Gosch of Hy-Vee, Inc.

  Jul 7, 202634 minS1

  In this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, Dialogue That Feeds the World , Tom Vilsack speaks with Jeremy Gosch, Chairman of the Board and CEO of Hy-Vee, Inc., about the company’s role as one of the largest privately owned retailers in the United States and its impact across the Midwest through an integrated approach spanning retail, healthcare, supply chain and technology. Gosch discusses how leadership and culture drive Hy-Vee’s mission of making lives easier, healthier and happier, and how its three giving pillars—Health & Wellness, Food Security and Education & Economic Empowerment—guide annual giving to communities. Together, the conversation underscores Hy-Vee’s commitment to strengthening communities and aligns with the World Food Prize Foundation’s mission of advancing a more food and nutrition secure world. --- The World Food Prize Podcast is presented by The Wellmark Foundation , whose mission is to improve the health of all Iowans and South Dakotans. By supporting conversations on food and nutrition, The Wellmark Foundation is advancing the role access to nutritious food plays in long, healthy lives and in building a food- and nutrition-secure future for all.

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  Episode #10

  World Food Prize Podcast with Myron Stine of Stine Seed Company

  Jun 16, 202634 minS1

  In this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, Dialogue That Feeds the World, Tom Vilsack speaks with Myron Stine, President of Stine Seed Company, about the critical role of agricultural innovation in strengthening food security in the United States and around the world. Myron shares how sustained investment in research—from advanced soybean breeding to high-performance corn—continues to push the boundaries of yield and resilience, and why pairing cutting-edge genetics with localized agronomic expertise is essential for helping farmers succeed in an increasingly unpredictable climate. --- The World Food Prize Podcast is presented by The Wellmark Foundation , whose mission is to improve the health of all Iowans and South Dakotans. By supporting conversations on food and nutrition, The Wellmark Foundation is advancing the role access to nutritious food plays in long, healthy lives and in building a food- and nutrition-secure future for all.

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  Episode #9

  World Food Prize Podcast with Janti Soeripto of Save the Children U.S.

  Jun 2, 202637 minS1

  <p>In this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, Dialogue That Feeds the World, Tom Vilsack speaks with Janti Soeripto, President and CEO of Save the Children US, about closing food security gaps in rural America and globally. Janti discusses community-led solutions that use local data and partnerships to identify and address food gaps, as well as child hunger advocacy in the U.S. through the Save the Children Action Network and policy efforts.</p><p>---</p><p>The World Food Prize Podcast is presented by <b>The Wellmark Foundation</b>, whose mission is to improve the health...

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  Episode #8

  World Food Prize Podcast with Rajiv Shah of the Rockefeller Foundation

  May 19, 202636 minS1

  <p>In this episode of the World Food Prize Podcast, Dialogue That Feeds the World, Tom Vilsack sits down with Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, to explore how bold ideas and innovative approaches can drive meaningful change in a complex, interconnected world. Through stories from his decades leading initiatives in global development and public health, Dr. Shah reflects on the risks, opportunities and thoughtful strategies that make lasting impact possible, offering a window into what it takes to create solutions that endure.</p><p>---</p><p>The World Food Prize Podcast is presented by <b>...

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