The 2005 documentary "Trudell" chronicles the life of American Indian activist and poet John Trudell. The film traces his journey from childhood in Omaha, Nebraska, through his leadership in the

The 2005 documentary "Trudell" chronicles the life of American Indian activist and poet John Trudell. The film traces his journey from childhood in Omaha, Nebraska, through his leadership in the American Indian Movement, and his subsequent rebirth as a musician and spoken word poet following the tragic death of his wife in a suspected arson fire. Directed and produced by Heather Rae over more than a decade, "Trudell" aired nationally on PBS's Independent Lens series on April 11, 2006. Notable contributors include Robert Redford, Kris Kristofferson, and Sam Shepard.

Experience John Trudell's music by visiting his first CD, "HeartTaker, Owl Dance Song," on YouTube here.

Food authority Mark Bittman explores how industrialized food production has driven global health crises and climate change. He offers a panoramic view of this history, explaining how we can rescue

Food authority Mark Bittman explores how industrialized food production has driven global health crises and climate change. He offers a panoramic view of this history, explaining how we can rescue ourselves from modern missteps.

With over three decades in global food culture and policy, Bittman is known for his "How to Cook Everything" series and thirty-plus books, including Animal, Vegetable, Junk. A fellow at Yale and on Columbia's Mailman School of Public Health faculty, he also edits The Mark Bittman Project and has received multiple James Beard and IACP Awards.

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