Episode 1

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13th Aug 2025

Introducing United Relief: Examining Food Insecurity in Portage County Ohio

In Portage County, Ohio—like so many places across the country—food insecurity isn’t just a statistic, it’s a lived reality. This podcast follows two brothers as they return home to uncover the complex web of causes, challenges, and grassroots solutions shaping the fight against hunger in their community.

Through intimate interviews and on-the-ground reporting, we explore the local food ecosystem—from county officials and food bank leaders to rural mutual aid groups and policy influencers. Along the way, we ask: What does it really take to make sure everyone in our community eats?

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About the Podcast

United Relief
Examining Food Insecurity in Portage County Ohio
In Portage County, Ohio—like so many places across the country—food insecurity isn’t just a statistic, it’s a lived reality. This podcast follows two brothers as they return home to uncover the complex web of causes, challenges, and grassroots solutions shaping the fight against hunger in their community.

Through intimate interviews and on-the-ground reporting, we explore the local food ecosystem—from county officials and food bank leaders to rural mutual aid groups and policy influencers. Along the way, we ask: What does it really take to make sure everyone in our community eats?

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Patrick Childers

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Patrick is the CCO and a Podcast Producer at Odd Conduit Media, an audio experience agency helping orgs amplify their impact through high quality audio storytelling. He uses his background in audio engineering and project managing for his indie rap label, WATKK, to design, produce, and market podcasts. MA in Linguistics.

Ben Childers

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Ben is the COO and Experience Designer at Odd Conduit Media, an audio experience agency helping orgs amplify their impact through high quality audio storytelling. He is a strategist and marketer helping mission-driven teams tell sharper stories. He holds a Master in Education and an MBA.