World According to Monsanto
Saturday, May 11 at 10:00 am on Channel
12.1
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Monsanto is the world leader in genetically modified organisms (GMOs), as well as one of the most controversial ... [See more]corporations in industrial history. This century-old empire has created some of the most toxic products ever sold, including polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and the herbicide Agent Orange. Based on a painstaking investigation, The World According to Monsanto puts together the pieces of the company’s history, calling on hitherto unpublished documents and numerous first-hand accounts.
Today, Monsanto likes to style itself as a “life sciences” company. The leader in genetically modified seeds, engineered to resist its herbicide Roundup, claims it wants to solve world hunger while protecting the environment.
In the light of its troubling past, can we really believe these noble intentions? Misleading reports, collusion, pressure tactics and attempts at corruption: the history of Monsanto is filled with disturbing episodes. Behind its clean, green image, Monsanto is tightening its grasp on the world seed market, striving for market supremacy to the detriment of food security and the global environment.
IN-STUDIO GUESTS:
Throughout the broadcast of THE WORLD ACCORDING TO MONSANTO on Thursday, August 18 at 7pm, CPT12 will present experts to answer questions and comment on the film. The evening will be co-hosted by CPT12 Membership Director Shari Bernson and television veteran Patrick Jager. Guests will include:
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Robyn O-Brien
Robyn O’Brien author The Unhealthy Truth: How Our Food Is Making Us Sick and What We Can Do About It. A former food industry analyst and mother of four, Robyn brings insight and detailed analysis to her research into the impact that the global food system is having on our health and the health of our children. She founded The Allergy Kids Foundation and was named by Forbes as one of "20 Inspiring Women to Follow on Twitter." The New York Times has described her as "Food's Erin Brockovich."
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Gerri Kier, CNHP
Nutritionist Gerri Kier is the founder of Complete Nutrition Alliance and a Certified Loomis Digestive Health Specialist. Her nutrition philosophy is based on the importance of eating healthy whole foods, physically caring for your body with exercise/activity and the pillar of excellent digestion.
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