The Bronx Squeeze: Health Juices Making an Impact
An assortment of colorful fruit juices surrounded by strawberries, dragon fruit, blueberries, and raspberries. Photo by Polina Tankilevitch.
“The community was a major key to my success because I was able to raise about $15,000 through Go-fund me... to help me open up a storefront. So that’s how desperate we were for something healthy in the community.”
By Delyse McEwen
In a borough where fast food outnumbers healthy options, Felicia Forbes is making a difference with Freckle’s Juice. Hear about Felicia Forbes’s journey, from her humble beginnings selling juices from her Bronx apartment to operating a thriving juice bar chain. Despite facing significant challenges, including rising produce costs, she remains committed to improving health in her community. This episode dives into her inspiring story and the impact she’s making in the Bronx and beyond.
Delyse McEwen is a senior at NYC iSchool in Soho. She serves as co-president of her school’s Culture Club and is an active member of the Black Student Union. Outside of school, Delyse spends most of her time reading, writing, and listening to music.
The Summer Youth Podcast Academy is The Bell’s immersive beginner podcasting workshop for New York City public school students. This year’s academy was made possible by support from the Spotify Studios Union.
