The Spectacle Podcast: SNAP, Riots, and the Price of Dependency
As the government shutdown continues, millions of Americans may soon lose access to their SNAP and EBT benefits.
Former President Trump has stated that federal back pay won't be provided, and some states are struggling to fund the program.
The conversation focuses on what food stamps have become: a means of enriching large food corporations while keeping citizens dependent on unhealthy foods and state control.
- Immigrant reliance on the program
- System abuse
what happens when the welfare state runs dry?
On this episode of The Spectacle Podcast, hosts Melissa Mackenzie and Scott McKay discuss the SNAP program, covering government dependency and corporate greed.
Author's summary: The Spectacle Podcast explores the SNAP program's flaws.
More News
- What to know about PM Mark Carney’s first federal budget
- Look: Jonathan Bailey named 'Sexiest Man Alive' by People magazine - UPI.com
- Jonathan Bailey Didn't Just Win the Sexiest Man Alive Title, He Made History
- WWE 'Raw': Logan Paul, The Vision attack CM Punk, Jey Uso - UPI.com
- Voaden on warpath to open Totnes banking hub
- LIST: Races to watch on Election Day 2025
- Election Day 2025 live updates: Bronxites head out to vote in the mayoral election – Bronx Times
- Red Kettle Ringer Alert: Bell County Needs Volunteers to Raise Crucial $125K
- The Regs: Decent Homes changes will make architects’ lives harder
- Ukrainians Stop Following Euro-Buying Trend Despite US Uncertainty