At The Table

What do teens really think about living with celiac disease? And what do they wish everyone else understood?

In this special Teen Advisory Board takeover episode, Megan, Madeline, Katie, and Addysen take the mic to break down the biggest myths about living gluten-free. From “just eat a salad” to “a little gluten won’t hurt,” they’re sharing honest, unfiltered perspectives on what life is actually like navigating school, friendships, food, and social situations.

You’ll hear real conversations about:

• The emotional ups and downs of diagnosis
• Misconceptions about gluten-free diets and health trends
• Cross-contact, labeling confusion, and hidden gluten
• Navigating restaurants, school events, and social pressure
• What it feels like when people don’t quite get it (and when they do)

With both celiac and non-celiac voices in the conversation, this episode brings humor, honesty, and clarity to a topic that’s often misunderstood.

Whether you’re living with celiac, supporting someone who is, or just curious, this episode is your myth-busting guide, straight from the next generation.

What happens after a celiac diagnosis, and where do you turn when everything suddenly feels overwhelming?

Welcome to Season 2 of At the Table. In this episode, Channon Quinn (COO of GIG & CEO of GIG Cares) sits down with Outreach Manager, Devyn, to pull back the curtain on what real support in the gluten-free community looks like. From long-standing community groups to mentorship programs, teen summits, and food access initiatives, they break down how GIG and GIG Cares are working to make life safer, more connected, and more equitable for those living gluten-free.

They share the “why” behind every program, whether it’s helping newly diagnosed families feel less alone, ensuring access to certified safe food, or creating life-changing experiences for kids and teens. It’s an honest look at the challenges facing the community, and the people working every day to meet them.

Before we dive into Season 2, we’re opening the mic on something a little different.This special retrospective episode of At the Table pulls back the curtain on Season 1, bringing you the moments you didn’t hear, the ones you couldn’t forget, and the stories that shaped everything.

From bloopers and behind-the-scenes chaos (including surprise appearances from Tater, the Great Dane, and a few farm animals) to laugh-out-loud one-liners and unforgettable guest moments, this episode is a reminder that the best conversations are often the realest ones.

But in between the laughter, there are the moments that stay with you:

• Stories of belonging, advocacy, and growing up gluten-free
• Families navigating celiac disease and finding connection
• The impact of simple, everyday actions that make someone feel safe at the table

At its core, this episode is about community, the people who show up, support one another, and keep raising the standard for what gluten-free living can look like.

Whether you’re here for the laughs, the heart, or the mission behind it all, this one is for you.

Karen Hertz survived two cancers, went gluten-free, and went looking for a beer she could actually drink. She came up empty. So she built Holidaily Brewing: the largest dedicated 100% gluten-free brewery in the US.

In this episode: the science behind why gluten-reduced beer isn't safe for celiac consumers, what GFCO certification actually requires, how the category is growing fast, and what Karen says directly to anyone grieving a new diagnosis.

Plus, the consultant who told her it would never work, and the drive home from Fort Collins that started everything.

Find Holidaily at holidailybrewing.com. Follow At the Table wherever you listen.

In this episode, Channon sits down with Dr. Chrissie Ott for a deeply honest conversation about medicine, burnout, whole-person healing, and navigating complex health journeys.Dr. Ott shares her path from professional dance and nutrition studies to becoming a dual board-certified physician, coach, speaker, and advocate for physician well-being. Together, they explore the emotional realities of healthcare, the importance of compassionate listening between doctors and patients, and what happens when clinical knowledge collides with lived experience.

The conversation also dives into Dr. Ott’s personal experience supporting her daughter through pediatric obesity treatment, the complexity of food relationships, and why reducing suffering, not perfection, has become the guiding principle behind her work.

For the gluten-free and celiac community, this episode offers validation, encouragement, and a reminder that healing is rarely linear. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, supporting a loved one, or simply trying to feel better in your body, this conversation centers on curiosity, community, and finding joy even in difficult seasons.

About Dr. Chrissie Ott:

Dr. Chrissie Ott is a dual board-certified integrative pediatrician and internist with an undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition and Food Science. She has extensive experience in primary care and hospital medicine across the lifespan and frequently incorporates integrative healing modalities while remaining grounded in evidence-based medicine. She serves as the medical director of a long-term care skilled nursing facility for children and young adults with medical complexity and also supports clinicians through coaching and well-being advocacy.

Listen to her podcast, Solving for Joy, https://solvingforjoy.transistor.fm/connect with her https://chrissieottmd.com/ or https://inclusahealthandwellness.com/

Join us as we explore the evolution of gluten-free certification, the science behind GFCO standards, and the impactful journey of Sara Boswell from food scientist to industry leader. Discover how her personal experience with celiac disease drives her mission to improve gluten-free products and supply chains.

Channon chats with Matt Weinstein (known for Glass of Weinstein & Gluten-Free Town Hall) in this easy to listen to, entertaining episode about Matt’s love for cooking, belief that food is life, and passion to help others have confidence in the kitchen. https://glassofweinstein.com/

In this episode, Casey Cromwell, known as Casey the College Celiac, dives into her story about being diagnosed with Celiac at 17. She shares about the struggles she is still navigating on this gluten-free journey and how she is using her platform to support others going through the same things.

In this episode, host Channon sits down with Jill Robbins, founder and CEO of Homefree, to talk about the deeply personal story behind one of the gluten-free and allergen-friendly brands in the GFCO community. Jill shares how her experience as both a mother and clinical psychologist shaped her mission to create treats that make inclusion easier for everyone, especially children navigating food allergies and gluten-free life.

The conversation explores the emotional impact of food inclusion, the trust consumers place in certification and what it really takes to build a brand around safety, quality, and belonging. Jill also shares how Homefree approaches allergen control, food service partnerships and why making one cookie for all can mean so much more than just convenience.

In this episode of At the Table, we explore inflammation, how it shows up in everyday life, and how food choices may help support better health. Host, and COO of the Gluten Intolerance Group, Channon talks with Jeff Kitchen, Corporate Culinary Director at GenCare, and Registered Dietitian Alma Nocchi about anti-inflammatory eating, menu planning for senior living residents, and the small changes that can make a meaningful difference. From sugar and processed foods to real-world recipe swaps and resident feedback, this conversation makes nutrition feel practical and hopeful.