Food safety gets the late night treatment

Comedian John Oliver digs into the long history of food safety dysfunction. Candy makers urge FDA to jump into additives fight. And Jim Jordan tries to quell farm bill anxiety in bid for speakership.

October 17, 2023

Comedian John Oliver sits on set against a backdrop of New York City. The words FDA/USDA are on the screen next to him.

Comedian John Oliver comments on food safety during Last Week Tonight With John Oliver.

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