Inside the System: How 600,000 People Get Fed Every Month

Most people think they understand hunger. Most people are wrong. In this episode of The Shelf Life Podcast, which we filmed in the Greater Boston Food Bank warehouse, I sit down with Cheryl Schondek, Chief Operating Officer to go inside the system that helps feed over 600,000 people every month. From warehouse logistics to community partnerships, this conversation explores what it actually takes to move food at scale--and why dignity and respect matter as much as efficiency. In this episode: What 'food insecurity' really looks like in MassachusettsWhy so many people experiencing hunger are workingHow food banks manage supply chains, donors, and distributionThe role of community in building a more reliable food system. This isn't just about food. It's about how communities take care of each other, and what happens when they don't. Learn more or get involved.