Book · 1939

King corn

the greatest of all cash crops

by Greater Des Moines Committee · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

Why people recommend it

King Corn is an eye-opening documentary film produced by the Greater Des Moines Committee that follows two friends as they move to Iowa to plant, grow, and harvest an acre of corn while investigating how corn permeates the modern American diet and agricultural economy. The film has been recommended in media discussions concerning food production and industrial farming practices. On The Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan recommended the documentary to Sal Vulcano, describing it as a great and worthwhile watch for anyone interested in understanding modern food systems. In an earlier episode of the same podcast with guest Vinnie Paz, Rogan again brought up the documentary film to examine the agricultural practices behind corn feeding and its widespread impact on cattle and the broader food supply chain. These mentions highlight the documentary's ability to engage viewers in critical conversations about agriculture, health, and sustainability, using an accessible and personal narrative approach to unpack complex industrial processes that affect everyday consumers.

Who recommended it

Joe Rogan — 2 mentions
Recommended
“have you ever watched that documentary King Corn no it's great it's a king it's a good one to watch”
Discussed
“if you watch there's a great documentary King corn”

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