Chris Merrill discusses the latest news on the federal government's policy to ban junk food purchases with SNAP benefits. He shares his thoughts on the potential benefits and drawbacks of this new rule, citing concerns about food deserts and the stigma surrounding public assistance. Chris also talks about the recent trend of grocery stores offering discounts to attract customers and the rise of online shopping. Additionally, he delves into a story about a scam involving drones dropping contraband into prisons and the increasing use of streaming services.

<p>Chris Merrill discusses the latest news on the federal government's policy to ban junk food purchases with SNAP benefits. He shares his thoughts on the potential benefits and drawbacks of this new rule, citing concerns about food deserts and the stigma surrounding public assistance. Chris also talks about the recent trend of grocery stores offering discounts to attract customers and the rise of online shopping. Additionally, he delves into a story about a scam involving drones dropping contraband into prisons and the increasing use of streaming services.</p>

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@ChrisOntheAir - Junk Food Bans, Grocery Deals & Drone Drops: SNAP, Scams, and the Changing Way We Shop

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