In this episode, you’ll learn about the power of food in healing and strengthening communities. I was honored to be joined by Chef Allison Sosna, Director of Nutrition at José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen (WCK), to discuss their mission and many incredible initiatives. WCK has served more than 40 million meals to survivors of natural and man-made disasters. Allison shared her career journey and how her passions for food, nutrition, and helping others drove her to join WCK. We also discussed how WCK is responding to the pandemic and providing support to the struggling restaurant industry. Listeners will also get a broader look into the impacts of natural disasters on food availability. This is your opportunity to get an inside perspective on one of the most influential and impactful non-profits.  

Parents of food allergic children often suffer from high levels of stress and anxiety. They go to great lengths to keep their children safe and will feel overwhelmed with fear of a potential reaction. I invited Leah Robilotto, founder of The Food Allergy Institute, to discuss the emotional impact that food allergies have on parents and ways to manage this allergy-anxiety. During this conversation, we also discussed Leah's incredible work at The Food Allergy Institute and how she is helping families and educators gain greater peace of mind through personalized coaching. She also shared helpful advice on how to raise siblings when just one child has allergies.

In this episode, we reveal everything you need to know about working in public relations. Robyn Moore, Founder of Mack Media Relations, joined the show to share her journey in the PR industry and what she loves most about her career. Listeners will also get to learn about some of the biggest challenges facing PR professionals and some common misconceptions about PR. During our conversation, Robyn offers advice on how to adapt your strategy and messaging during these challenging times. For those of you who want to pursue a career in public relations or who want to learn about brand messaging, this episode is a must-listen. Robyn has led instrumental campaigns for local and national companies.

In this episode, we’ll explore some of the latest insights and most critical issues around food allergies. I was joined by Ilana Golant, founder and CEO of the Food Allergy Fund.  She'll be sharing more about their commitment to funding research that uncovers the underlying causes of food allergies. We’ll also be discussing Ilana's perspective on the ever-growing food allergy market and its future impact on consumer behavior. For those listeners who are passionate about fundraising, you will also get helpful advice on how to make donors feel more connected to your cause. Ilana will share her journey in fundraising and some of the challenges she’s faced.

Do you know the secrets to training employees for long-term success? I invited Kelly McCutcheon, VP of Training at Hopdoddy Burger Bar, Inc., to discuss best practices for talent development. You’ll learn about the benefits of empowering your employees and how you can instill the confidence they need to succeed. Kelly also shared ways to build trust among team members and some of her favorite parts about training people. Tune in to discover strategies to develop a talented team that will contribute to the success of your business. 

Crystal Golden is no stranger to food allergies. Her young daughters, Cali and Camille, both suffer from multiple allergies. Crystal joined the podcast to discuss how to empower and teach children to protect themselves as they grow up. She also shares her experiences and some of the lessons she’s learned over the years. Listeners will discover ways to navigate their child’s allergies.  This is a great conversation on why children are never too young to start learning about their allergies. You can get more helpful advice by following her Instagram and YouTube blog, Allergy Lifestyle Mom.

What does it take to successfully run multiple businesses? In this episode we invited special guest, Jessica Storry, to share her business journey and advice for overcoming challenges. Jessica is familiar with the hurdles of juggling multiple businesses and explains to our listeners why asking for help is essential for success. In this conversation, Jessica also shares her advice for coping with stress and changes brought on by the pandemic. You’ll get several tips to stay inspired and motivated at home.

On this episode, we’ll uncover the puzzling aspects of food allergies with leading food allergy advocate and SnackSafely.com CEO, Dave Bloom. Take a listen as we dive down into all things allergies including testing, labeling, and steps to prepare for a reaction. As a food allergy expert, Dave Bloom, will share invaluable advice and insights for those living with food allergies or managing the allergies of a loved one. Get the answers to some of your biggest allergy questions.

Hear from Executive Chef, author, and food allergy advocate Keith Norman in this episode of ShandeeLand. Keith shares his advice for food allergy sufferers as well as other chefs and restauranteurs on dining out safely and how to be the best at it. Also, take a listen to Keith’s perspective on risk-taking and when it may not be such a great idea. I know I’m guilty of it with my food allergies – are you?

Is it possible to turn your passions into a career? Meet Chef Matt Welsch, otherwise known as the Vagabond Chef. His passions for travel, food, and local community became the inspiration and foundation of his restaurant, Vagabond Kitchen. He loves learning the cooking styles and flavors of different regions, and he uses this knowledge to craft a dining experience like no other. His mission is putting his hometown of Wheeling, West Virginia on the culinary map. Matt joined the show to discuss his culinary journey across the United States, where his passions have taken him since, and the challenges of being a restauranteur.