More than three decades ago, chefs Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr met in the kitchen, and they’ve been working together ever since. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, host Sarah Chabot and guest host Cassidee Dabney, executive chef of The Barn at Blackberry Farm, talk with the acclaimed culinary duo about the journeys that got them to where they are today and their successful partnership in the New York City culinary scene. The James Beard Award winning restauranteurs behind Frenchette, Le Rock, Le Veaudór and Wild Cherry, the two humbly reflect on their careers, the value in trusting the process and encouragement for the next generation of hospitality professionals.

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The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm.

Producer: Kathryn Sullivan

Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot sit down with two beloved voices in Southern fashion, Sid and Ann Mashburn. Today, the couple has seven retail stores across the United States, with Sid shepherding the menswear and Ann leading the womenswear designs. But they’ve worked to create more than clothing and shops. They’ve brought thoughtful hospitality into their spaces and brands, fostering connection and confidence. Before launching Sid Mashburn and Ann Mashburn in Atlanta, Sid helped shape iconic American retail brands like J.Crew and Tommy Hilfiger and Ann built an impactful career in fashion editorial, working with publications including Vogue and Glamour. On the episode, the couple shares about entrepreneurship, creative partnership and the journey of building a brand with longevity and heart.

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Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

This episode of The Blackberry Podcast was filmed in front of a live audience during Masters of Craft, a special event at Blackberry Farm that welcomed John Shields and Karen Urie Shields as guest chefs. Host Sarah Chabot sat down with Cassidee Dabney, executive chef of The Barn at Blackberry Farm®, to interview John and Karen about their culinary journeys, going from beginning individual careers in the kitchen to owning and operating a three Michelin star restaurant recently named the number one restaurant in North America by World’s 50 Best. As the creative forces behind both Smyth and The Loyalist in Chicago, John and Karen are known for an innovative approach to seasonal fine dining and their exceptional culinary artistry, and they share about creating an atmosphere that encourages creativity and excellence in the industry. In this conversation, the group connects on the impact of hospitality and the memories made through sharing a great meal.

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Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

On this episode, hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot welcome Seb Bishop, CEO and creative director of Summerill & Bishop. Listeners get a peek inside the fascinating career journey that led Seb to where he is today and learn the story of taking over his mother’s shop and continuing her legacy. In this thoughtful conversation, Seb talks about building a brand, honoring traditions and the impact of creating meaningful moments around the table. Specializing in beautiful accessories that create personality-driven and eye-catching tablescapes, he reflects on how it is the experience at the table, more than the design of it, that truly matters most. Seb and Mary Celeste also share about the custom linens created in collaboration between Summerill & Bishop and Blackberry Farm as part of the celebration of Blackberry Farm’s 50th anniversary. The two designs, Lenton Rose and Denim Hydrangea, pay homage to life at Blackberry Farm and the special details that make it unique.

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Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

This episode takes The Blackberry Podcast to Blackberry Mountain for the first time. Host Sarah Chabot is joined by guest host Joey Edwards, executive chef of Three Sisters, for a conversation with Timothy Charles, executive chef and founding member of the kitchen team at Fogo Island Inn, a Relais & Châteaux located on the largest offshore island of Newfoundland, Canada. The chefs bond over sustainable and responsible foraging and harvesting practices, respect for the land and its influence on their menus, and the creativity to get the most out of every great ingredient. They share the value of learning your craft in the industry, rather than vying for a fast rise to the top, and what ignited their passion for the kitchen. This is the kind of chef-to-chef storytelling that reminds you why sharing a meal is one of life's greatest pleasures.

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Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

There is an art to creating spaces that feel as welcoming as they are beautiful. This week on The Blackberry Podcast, hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot talk with interior designer Rita Konig about her career journey, early influential moments working with her mother, her years in journalism, and her impact on the design industry today. Together, they explore why a home's greatest luxury is not perfection, but livability. From hosting friends around the table to finding comfort in everyday routines, Rita believes the best-designed spaces are the ones that support the lives unfolding within them. It's a discussion filled with wisdom, humor and thoughtful reminders that hospitality begins long before anyone takes a seat at the table.

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Dr. Henry Cloud is a psychologist, speaker, leadership consultant and author who offers tools and advice for getting from where you are to where you want to be. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, Dr. Cloud joins hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot to explore what it means to live intentionally. Together, they dive into Dr. Cloud’s insights on breaking unhealthy patterns, managing stress and creating the structures that help us move toward our goals with purpose. He speaks to the power of having a vision, the importance of community and the truth that growth often begins when we become willing to acknowledge our own needs. Dr. Cloud’s latest book, “Your Desired Future: The Five Essential Steps That Take You Where You Want to Go” is available now.

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From revealing what fast-food mascot he worked as to going back to the beginning of his journey in the kitchen as a dishwasher, on this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, Tyler Florence shares a little about the path that built his decades-long career as a chef, restaurateur and television personality. In conversation with host Sarah Chabot and guest host Cassidee Dabney, executive chef of The Barn at Blackberry Farm, Tyler talks about life in the kitchen and what makes great food. Cassidee and Tyler discuss how technology has changed the way young cooks learn their culinary skills, offer advice to upcoming chefs and discuss the best way to make fried chicken. This episode captures so much of the humor and hard work that define the culinary world, touches on how passion and patience will help you thrive in the industry, and is complete with a Buc-ee’s Beaver Nuggets tasting.

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Dara Caponigro is the editor in chief of FREDERIC magazine and the creative director of Schumacher. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, Dara unpacks what it takes to preserve legacy while continuing to innovate. She not only shares about the storied history of the brands she guides but also offers a peek into her own personal journey, from developing a love design at an early age to handling snakes at the Bronx Zoo. She tells hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot about her passion for supporting others in their careers, the value of collaborating with an incredible team and the impact of working with incredible artisans and creatives.

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Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions

From being in the first MTV yoga video to running her own digital platform for on-demand yoga, Pilates and mindfulness practices today, Kristin McGee has experienced an exciting and unique journey through three decades working in the wellness and fitness industries. Kristin is a nationally recognized yoga and Pilates teacher, speaker, author and entrepreneur. On this episode of The Blackberry Podcast, she shares with hosts Mary Celeste Beall and Sarah Chabot about the value of making mobility and flexibility practices accessible, the importance of consistency in movement, and modeling positive self-care for the next generation. This conversation is an exploration of what it means to support long-term health. It’s an invitation to discover what you need for your personal health journey and to prioritize time for real connection, with yourself and with the world around you.

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The Blackberry Podcast is a production of TenTen Media and Blackberry Farm.

Producer: Kathryn Sullivan

Video and Audio Recording: Reid Long Productions