From Berkeley Hills to Capitol Hill: Carolyn Federman's Food Literacy Crusade

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In this episode, Amy Boyle interviews Carolyn Federman, the founder of the Charlie Cart Project. Carolyn shares her journey from working with chef Alice Waters to launching the innovative Charlie Cart Project, which brings food education to schools and organizations. The chapters cover topics such as the inspiration behind the project, the challenges faced in starting it, the importance of mentors, the universal curriculum, measuring success, and the role of the project in ending childhood hunger. Carolyn also provides advice for career pivots and emphasizes the importance of family meals.
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Chapter

1. Introduction to Carolyn Federman and the Charlie Cart Project (00:00:00)

2. 02:02 Background and Inspiration for the Charlie Cart Project (00:02:32)

3. The Birth of the Charlie Cart Project (00:03:54)

4. Challenges in Starting the Charlie Cart Project (00:06:47)

5. The Importance of Mentors in Overcoming Challenges (00:08:37)

6. Expansion of the Charlie Cart Project (00:11:17)

7. Creating a Universal Curriculum (00:12:17)

8. The Influence of the Edible Schoolyard on the Charlie Cart Project (00:14:58)

9. Measuring the Success of the Charlie Cart Project (00:17:22)

10. The Importance of Food Education in Ending Childhood Hunger (00:20:06)

11. Goals and Aspirations for the Charlie Cart Project (00:21:53)

12. Partnership with the Vitamix Foundation and the White House Initiative (00:24:46)

13. The Importance of Collaboration and Leveraging Work in the Nonprofit Sector (00:27:38)

14. The Impact of the Charlie Cart Project on Food Education, Community Building, and Views on Food (00:29:11)

15. Advice for Career Pivots into Passion Projects (00:32:08)

16. Book Recommendations and the Importance of Family Meals (00:33:54)

17. Getting Involved with the Charlie Cart Project (00:39:57)