Vanessa Vadim

Writer

Expertise

Farming, Film-making

Education

Brown University, New York University

Introduction

Vanessa Vadim is an organic farmer and gardener with a passion for environmental issues. Her column, “Ask Vanessa,” tackles everything from environmental impact of food production to head lice to disposing of pharmaceuticals. She also does weekly environmental radio spots in her hometown of Atlanta, reaching over 800,000 listeners.

Experience

Vadim has an extensive background in environmental writing and filmmaking. She has produced several documentaries, including one about her mom called, “Jane Fonda in Five Acts.”

Education

Vanessa graduated from Brown University and earned an MA in English and Creative Writing from New York University.

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