Christopher Bosso
Professor of public policy and politics and author of the book Why SNAP Works, who appears as the episode's expert guest discussing the history, policy, and impacts of SNAP/food stamps.
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Mar 10, 2026 • 47min
SNAP To It! Why Food Stamps Matter To All of Us—And Why They're Under Threat
Christopher Bosso, professor of public policy and author of Why SNAP Works, gives a concise history and policy primer on SNAP. He traces its Depression-era origins, explains EBT and stigma reduction, and examines debates over benefit levels, work rules, food restrictions, and SNAP’s place in the Farm Bill. The conversation explores how SNAP affects poverty, diets, employers, and policy choices.
