2025-0215 FOOD TRAVEL USA WITH ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY

Elizabeth Dougherty's Food Travel USA 2025-0215 FOOD TRAVEL USA WITH ELIZABETH DOUGHERTY "The TRUTH about Food and Travel" Original Broadcast Date:  02/15/2025 FOOD HOUR:  Will the Government Decide What You Can Buy with Food Stamps? The Trump administration is quietly considering a move that could ban food stamp recipients from purchasing sugary drinks and junk food. Supporters argue it’s a public health win, while critics call it government overreach that could lead to even more restrictions on what Americans are allowed to buy.  Server’s Revenge: When Rude Customers Get Exactly What They Deserve The keyword this week? Revenge. Elizabeth brings you real stories of restaurant workers who turned the tables on nightmare customers. From disastrous first dates ruined by well-timed “mistakes” to servers who made bad tippers regret their life choices, these stories prove that sometimes karma wears an apron. If you’ve ever worked in food service, you’ll be cheering along. Top 10: What People Are REALLY Eating in 2025 Forget marketing gimmicks and influencer trends—Elizabeth reveals the REAL top 10 foods Americans are eating this year. What’s surging in popularity, what staples are disappearing, and which foods are quietly making a comeback? Some of these might shock you. GAMMA Rays: How the Government Used Radiation on Your Food Grapefruit juice is getting all the buzz for its health benefits, but did you know the U.S. government experimented with gamma rays on food in the 1950s—and some of that food is still being sold today? Elizabeth exposes this forgotten piece of history, revealing what was zapped, why they did it, and what it means for your health. Taste Test: Are Plant-Based Milks Worth the Hype? We’ve been conditioned to avoid cow’s milk, but are the plant-based alternatives actually worth it? Elizabeth and the team sample some of the most popular brands to find out which ones are creamy and delicious—and which ones taste like wet cardboard. Before you pour it in your morning coffee, find out which ones are worth your money. TRAVEL HOUR: Is Airbnb About to Replace Your Travel Agent? Airbnb is making a huge move toward becoming a full-service travel agency, allowing you to book flights, experiences, and more—all inside the app. But is this a game-changer for travelers or just another way for big tech to take over the travel industry? Elizabeth breaks down what’s happening, how it could impact hotel prices and vacation costs, and whether it’s good or bad news for travelers. Top 10 Travel Trends in 2025: What People Are REALLY Booking Forget the clickbait travel lists—Elizabeth has the real data on what kinds of vacations people are actually booking for this summer. From off-the-grid escapes and private jet rentals to the resurgence of a once-dying travel trend, find out what’s hot and what’s not in 2025. Cruise News: Is This the Last Voyage for the SS United States? Once the fastest ocean liner in history, the SS United States may soon set sail for the last time. Elizabeth has the latest on why the ship is leaving Philadelphia, what could happen to it next, and whether this is the end of the line for this iconic vessel. These Freaks Are Watching Me: The New Hotel Privacy Threat You Didn’t See Coming After a recent resort stay, Elizabeth made a disturbing discovery—Wi-Fi access points inside the hotel room, not just in the hallway. Could this be the next big privacy invasion, and what kind of data are these devices actually collecting? If you thought hotel cameras were bad, this might be even worse. Destination Unknown: What’s Really Underneath Boyers, PA? In a stunning discovery LIVE during the show, Elizabeth finds out that Butler, PA—the site of the near-assassination of President Trump—sits just miles from a massive underground federal records facility. Coincidence? Or is something much bigger lurking beneath the Pennsylvania hills? What else is hiding underground?