Best Of: Michael McDonald / The American 'Food Cartel'

This podcast episode explores the life and career of musician Michael McDonald, as well as the issues of cultural appropriation and concentrated power in the food industry. McDonald's memoir, "What a Fool Believes," highlights his journey from a high school dropout to a successful musician in iconic rock bands. The podcast also discusses the racial divisions in pop music and the importance of recognizing the contributions of black artists. In addition, the episode reviews the film "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" and delves into the concentrated power in the food industry, leading to limited choices for consumers and stagnant wages for workers.