Speaking Broadly

Dana Cowin speaks with Bonnie Morales, the chef/owner of Kachka in Portland. From the art of toasting to the intersection between politics and restaurants, Bonnie reveals the many ways that being a child of Belarusian immigrants inspires her work—including the incredible family story that inspired her restaurant’s name. The first-generation American daughter of Belarusian immigrants, Chef Bonnie Morales (née Frumkin) grew up in Chicago in a large family that brought with them the distinctive culture of food and drink of the former Soviet Union. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America, then honed her skills in several of New York and Chicago’s Michelin-starred restaurants including Tru, where she met her future husband and business partner, Israel Morales. In 2014, the Morales’ opened Kachka in Portland, Oregon – their dream restaurant devoted to the food that Bonnie grew up with, inspired by Russia and former Soviet republics such as Ukraine, Belarus, Georgia, and Uzbekistan. The creative, geometric plating of these dishes at Kachka is evidence of Morales’ design background. Thanks to our engineer, Aaron Parecki of Stream PDX. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Emma Bengtsson and Kristen Murray may have worked at NYC’s Michelin Star restaurant, Aquavit, a decade apart and currently live on separate coasts, but HRN host Dana Cowin finds the common threads in their extraordinary careers. Tune in to hear about their influential grandmothers and pastry chef beginnings. You’ll come away with a sense of what it takes to make dreams come true in the culinary world.Chef Emma Bengtsson was named Executive Chef of Aquavit in 2014, after four years as Executive Pastry Chef at the restaurant. As Aquavit’s Executive Chef she has garnered (and retained) three stars from The New York Times and two stars from Michelin, the second female chef in the U.S. accorded that honor. Prior to moving to New York, Emma worked at some of Sweden’s most renowned restaurants, including the two-Michelin starred Edsbacka Krog, Restaurant Prinsen, and Operakällaren. Emma attended Stockholm’s Hotel and Restaurant School after years of cooking at home with her mother and grandmother in Falkenberg, on the west coast of Sweden.As a little girl, Kristen Murray grew up surrounded by her great aunt’s vegetable garden: sweet peas, peppers, lettuces, herbs, raspberry bushes, and persimmon, fig and kumquat trees. Kristen’s professional pastry and culinary career has been shaped by adventures in San Francisco, New York City, Boston and France. Prior to moving to Portland, Kristen assisted Les Nouvelles Mères Cuisinières at Le Picnic in Courchevel, France, where she had the opportunity to work with pastry goddess Christine Ferber, who left an impressionable mark to say the least, and Kristin fell in love with the culture and people. Portland has become Kristen’s second home to New England and her travels in France. Her dream restaurant and pastry shop is a deeply personal project for Murray from design, detail, to food. It is to encompass her Norwegian heritage with her love of French culture and cuisine and of course, all things pastry, thus, MÅURICE: A Pastry Luncheonette is born.Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After working intensely and successfully with star chefs like David Bouley and Michael Mina, Sarah Rich and her equally accomplished husband Evan decided to open their own place Rich Table in San Francisco. It was a dream come true, but a dream with an emotional as well as economic price tag when the two had to figure out how to run the restaurant and take care of a child. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Sarah tells the story of struggling to open the business, then the difficulty of coming to terms with handing over daily cooking duties and taking on pastry in order to be home with their infant son. As the restaurant world confronts work-life balance and tries to figure out how to embrace and accommodate working mothers, Sarah’s strong, poignant voice is important to hear. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

One night, after the fall of Vietnam, Reyna Duong's father woke up his wife and 11 kids as well as the rest of his tiny fishing village and orchestrated an escape across the water to Malaysia. Duong, now owner of Sandwich Hag in Dallas, Texas, brings that same compassion, urgency and sense of community to her exquisite walk-up Vietnamese restaurant. She's an outspoken advocate for "people with all abilities," hiring her younger brother who has Downs Syndrome to prep by her side. He is, says Duong, her most loyal worker. And she has a strict zero tolerance policy for sexual harassment in her restaurant derived in part from her own horrific experiences with harassment as a child. Listen in to this episode of Speaking Broadly to hear Duong explain her belief in the positive power of humanity and how she got there.Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 2017, when she was just 26, Erin Schrode was chosen by super star chef José Andrés to spearhead his #ChefsForPuertoRico initiative being carried out by World Central Kitchen to help feed the island after Hurricane Maria. In this episode of Speaking Broadly, Schrode explains how, with no power, no water and no communications, World Central Kitchen prevailed, and brought nutritious, hot meals to more than 3 million people. Schrode had never run a hunger relief program, but when she got the call from Andrés, she'd already been a citizen activist for 10 years. At age 13, she and her mom launched "Teens Turning Green." They took on the beauty industry, calling out the products with "dirty" ingredients. At 24, she ran for Congress. Her stories of fierce engagement with an unjust world are moving, and her motto, "I am but one, but I am," will motivate everyone who listens to this podcast." Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a decade of humanitarian work for United Nations, Ghanian-born, American-raised Selassie Atadika has returned to her homeland to become a chef activist. Through small steps, like launching a line of elegant chocolates and hosting pop up dinners in Accra using indigenous ingredients, she is generating huge interest in the foods of West Africa. Atadika is cooking dishes that have been passed down through generations, updating them, and in the process documenting a New African Cuisine. Her goal is nothing less than changing the conversation around African food at a global and local level. Listen in to this week's Speaking Broadly to hear one woman's journey from aiding refugees to rejuvenating her own country's food traditions. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Success isn't a very good teacher. That's what chef Katie Button learned when she opened her second restaurant, Nightbell, in Asheville, North Carolina and it didn't take off right away. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Button talks about being primed for success by working for the world renowned chefs Jose Andrés and Ferran Adria before opening her award-winning first restaurant, Cúrate, as well as the challenges of shaping a second, highly-anticipated project. Button also shares her best practices for a strong business, including how to deal with you partners when they're also your family. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Preternaturally peppy, Gaby Dalkin talks to Speaking Broadly host Dana Cowin about how her parents helped make her a happy person and how she's infused that personality into her mega successful brand. Her most recent book, "What's Gaby Cooking: Everyday California Food," debuted at the #1 spot on Amazon and has remained there, a tribute to the do-able, enticing, bright, cheerful dishes, and the rapport that Gaby has created with her avid fans. Like her recipes, Gaby is plucky, fun and practical. Listen in to hear how she cooked for Hollywood celebrities, built her brand, found her husband and more. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 2017, after five years of running Take Root, an impossible-to-get-into 12 seat, Michelin-starred tasting menu only restaurant in Brooklyn, Elise Kornack and her wife Anna Hieronimous closed their doors and moved to 2 hours north to regroup, reconnect, get re-inspired and start again. Host Dana Cowin catches up with Kornack as she is on the verge of announcing her next project. Listen in to hear how this quintessentially original chef assesses the benefits and sacrifices of leaving NYC; how she dreams of dishes informed by narratives that only she knows; how the constant state of revision as an art student informs her cooking and her life. For just under an hour, immerse yourself in a world where trends don't matter, and following your truth is everything. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Editor in Chief of the restaurant website Eater, Amanda Kludt, is setting the conversation around cultural topics in food that range from the serious (removing accused sexual harrasser chefs from Eater's site) to the silly (the DOH ban on activated charcoal to color food insta-black). Listen in to hear Kludt's take on today's trends as well as stories about her rise to be one of the most prominent voices in media. Spoiler alert: it involved overcoming painful shyness and also pitching her boss a job that didn't exist. Speaking Broadly is powered by Simplecast.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Co-founder of MPShift, Anna Polonsky launched one of the hottest branding, concept and design studio in the hospitality industry. She and her partner Amy Morris are credited with creating the defining look of the all day cafe with NYC's Gilda and De Maria and recently completed the logo for Danny Meyer's Tacocina. Polonsky grew up in a food-focused family in Paris and got to know the OG chefs like Paul Bocuse. At the beginning of her career, she took a subversive turn by joining the team at Le Fooding, the France-based renegade food guide. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Polonsky shares her thoughts on overthrowing culinary convention and embracing simplicity. Listen in to hear this trendsetter's predictions about the future of restaurants, chefs, design, travel and style. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For Merritt Carey, the general manager of Luke's Lobster in Tenants Harbor, Maine, life-changing ideas just pop into her head. Like the time she was out jogging and realized she wanted to quit her job in publishing and become a sailor. Perhaps the more extraordinary thing is that she follows even her most outlandish instincts, which has lead to a fascinating life that includes being part of the first all-female crew competing on an America's Cup boat. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Carey talks about life on the water and off, and her hopes, dreams and plans for the working fisherman of Maine. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As a Brooklyn mother of two boys, a non-practicing lawyer and a reformed actor, Jessie Sheehan at age 38 offered herself up as an intern at Baked, a neighborhood bakery. A short time after being put to work bagging granola, she found her bliss among the rainbow sprinkles. "This," she thought, "feels like home." Thus began her third career baking, recipe testing and development. Sheehan now creates her own spectacular desserts, many of which are featured in her latest book, "The Vintage Baker". Listen in to this episode of Speaking Broadly to hear how this late bloomer deals with the imposter syndrome, updating old-fashioned recipes, and eating her failures. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

California-born Nancy Singleton Hachisu went to Japan in 1988 in search of sushi and stayed for love. Over these past three decases she's become an expert in the cuisine of her adopted homeland. For her latest book, Japan: The Cookbook, Hachisu spent years cultivating relationships with those who understood the traditions of Japanese cooking, from nuns to grandmothers. Listen in to this episode of Speaking Broadly to hear entertaining stories about cross-cultural understanding, food, starting out as the “resident bride” in her in-laws house and more. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Angela Dimayuga's style is entirely original, boundary-busting and holistic. Dimayuga, now Creative Director of Food & Culture at The Standard Hotels, is best known as the Executive Chef of Mission Chinese Food in NYC, but her true calling is that of tastemaker, community builder, artistic collaborator, and queer advocate. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, host Dana Cowin discovers how the second youngest child of six siblings born to immigrant parents in San Jose, California, became one of the most important voices in food, art, design and fashion by age 32. Dimayuga's 90s nostalgia, unique approach to artistic friendships, lessons in self-empowerment, and innovative genius make this podcast unmissable. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There are similarities between being a Research Associate focused on genetically-engineered yeast and being the Executive Director of a food media non profit. That's what host Dana Cowin discovered as she interviewed Caity Moseman Wadler of Heritage Radio Network, who has held both positions. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Wadler explains that tenacity, search for workable solutions, acceptance of failure and appreciation of small victories are applicable no matter the field. Listen in as Wadler shares more thoughts on navigating your career when the path isn't clear. As the head of a listener-supported radio station, Wadler also imparts practical advice for people on the path to podcasting who want to know how to get a show on air. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chef Adrienne Cheatham has worked behind the scenes at stellar restaurants including Manhattan's temple of haute cuisine Le Bernardin and Harlem's rockin' Red Rooster. After getting to the finale on Top Chef, she's come out from the kitchen to share her voice and her nuanced, evolved vision of Southern food at her pop-up, Sunday Best. Listen to this week's episode of Speaking Broadly to hear host Dana Cowin quiz Cheatham about her Mississippi roots, inspiration board and more. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Veronica Garza, a sixth generation Texan, grew up as the middle child in a large, close-knit Mexican-American family. So when Veronica was dealing with the effects of a debilitating trio of autoimmune diseases, her four siblings and both parents joined her on a journey to wellness. They all changed their diets, and shared joyous grain-free meals. The only thing that was missed were tortillas! A lettuce wrapping just didn't cut it at Mexican feasts. Veronica experimented until she created her now-famous almond flour based tortillas that helped launched Siete Family Foods. Listen to this episode of Speaking Broadly to hear about Veronica's insights into overcoming illness, working with your parents and combating shyness. You won't want to miss her advice on how to problem solve for yourself, to solve problems for many. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After years of being a renowned culinary expert, Eugenia Bone threw herself into the intense world of microbial science to write her latest book, Microbia: A Journey into the Unseen World Around You. She went back to college at age 55, and embraced the challenge of being an old student with unfamiliar material. It was, she said, a profound lesson in humility. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Bone shares how rewarding her journey has been as she struggled to learn the role of these invisible organisms. Bone explains how microbes awakened her understanding of the universe's connectedness, a new appreciation of gut flora, and shares some astonishing facts like this one: when you spend time with someone your microbial debris clouds will morph and connect like a Venn diagram that defines friendship and family. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a moment when there's lots of conversation about diversity, food activist Ashtin Berry is committed to helping define a language to understand equity in hospitality and sharing how to take that next step into action. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Berry reflects on how she pushed past her anger to find her own voice in order to fight the inequity and injustice she saw around her in the hospitality industry. Listen in to be moved and motivated to be a part of the change. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taylor Lanzet is young, queer and an advocate for food system change and inclusivity. In college, Lanzet helped run a CSA-styled program for students and faculty, including funding "shares" for low-income customers. Now 24, Lanzet sources millions of pounds of vegetables for the Dig Inn restaurant group where she's the Director of Supply and Sustainability. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Lanzet discusses how she’s investing her energy—and dollars—to support otherwise marginalized farmers. To learn how to make a difference, no matter your age or experience, listen in. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Martha Hoover, founder of Patachou Inc. in Indianapolis, has spent the past 29 years building one of the most successful and innovative restaurant groups in the country. Recently named Eater's Restaurant Empire Builder of the Year, Hoover joined Speaking Broadly host Dana Cowin at SXSW for the first ever live broadcast of the show. Together they talk about the power of following your intuition, being an inclusive leader, and doing well while also doing good. And, as a bonus, Hoover's favorite restaurants in Austin. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the host of Munchies’ The Hangover Show, Cara Nicoletti makes creative and restorative food for comically hungover friends. Nicoletti is also a fourth generation butcher with the delightfully original recipes for vegetable-heavy sausages. What's surprising is that she's neither a heavy drinker nor a carnivore. Tune in to this week's episode of Speaking Broadly to hear how kindness and caring for others motivates her apparently contradictory lives. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Vallery Lomas won season 3 of The Great American Baking Show, she was ecstatic. To prevail over the other competitors, she dug deep inside herself and found a strength and talent she didn't know she had. Not only was she proud of herself, but she was also proud to be a role model for other African American women. And then, months later, she learned the season would never air because of sexual misconduct allegations involving one of the judges. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, listen in as Lomas describes how she is moving forward after the pain and disappointment of an invisible victory. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christina Lecki worked side-by-side with star chef April Bloomfield for seven years at three different Ken Friedman-owned restaurants before becoming executive chef of Brooklyn's Reynard last year. In this podcast, Lecki comments on sexual harassment, improving kitchen culture and using one's own fear as a motivator. Listen in to also hear what she's learned from some of the best chefs in the world, like Francis Mallmann, the wood-fire genius of South America. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sprouts--Most dangerous food in America? Raw Water--safe or stupid? Personalized nutrition--Fad or fabulous? These are just a few of the questions answered by Melissa Musiker, APCO Worldwide's expert in food safety, nutrition and lifestyle trends. Listen to this episode of Speaking Broadly to hear from Musiker about the trendy foods you're eating today as well as her thoughts on how to be a woke eater at home and in restaurants Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jordan Salcito always had intense bosses who helped her become the entrepreneur she is today. From extern experiences wrapping bass with potato 'scales' at Daniel to director of special wine products at Momofuku, Salcito has put her head down and worked hard. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, she shares her wisdom on how to NOT fake it until you make it but instead gain real knowledge to create real confidence. Her latest project is the game-changing spritzer Ramona, a testament to a good idea well executed by a thoughtful, smart leader. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Julia Coney shares her experiences as an African-American Women making her way in the wine world - the unwanted invisibility and the insulting assumptions as well as the pure joy of drinking and discovering wines she loves. Listen as she gives advice on bringing along people of color and great suggestions for what to drink now. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Family is the center of cookbook author Katie Workman's universe, both the family she was born into and the family she created with her friends and colleagues. On Speaking Broadly, Workman shares how she handled the extremely delicate task of telling her father that she wouldn't be joining the family business. And how she has grown her own sassy brand, The Mom 100. Her key: generosity and authenticity. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When she was the Global Press Secretary of Human Rights Campaign, Kerry Brodie was jolted by the appalling headlines about the refuge crisis. That was in 2016 and the news has only gotten worse. To help improve the lives of immigrants struggling to find jobs in America, Brodie founded Emma's Torch. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Brodie describes how her culinary school education and a grandmother who loved event planning laid the foundation for her current work. We also dive into addressing the challenges facing those in the cross hairs of the Trump administration's policies. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode of Speaking Broadly, two extraordinary women teach host Dana Cowin about the power of honest communication. Jessica Largey stepped away from her prestigious chef job at the iconic Manresa in Los Gatos and made it clear to all that she needed a break. What is life like after giving up such a coveted position, against all advice? Listen to find out more, and also to hear from Julia Turshen, author of Feed the Resistance. Turshen tells us calmly and clearly how we can help make change by taking just a few simple steps. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cortney Burns is comfortable with being uncomfortable. On this episode of Speaking Broadly the renowned chef best known as a fermentation guru and the co-owner of Tartine in San Francisco, talks about embracing the difficulty of opening a restaurant in the small Massachusetts town of North Adams, far from her partner, farmers, community. Burns welcomes the challenge of a new place, incorporating the surprisingly diverse immigrant history of the area and her own culinary history in the menu. Also on this episode, former Editor-in-Chief of Travel & Leisure magazine Nancy Novogrod relives key mentoring, starting with her time at the New Yorker. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

New York-born Debi Mazar is the consummate entertainer—both on screen (you’ll recognize her from TV Land’s Younger, Entourage, Goodfellas among others) and at home where she hosts parties with her Tuscan husband Gabriele Corcos. On her early attempts at cooking to impress him she says, “he would always take my recipes and make them better. He would Tuscanize them.” On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Mazar talks about their new book, Super Tuscan, and as well as her life with friends Madonna, Keith Haring and more. Her advice for living well: “Chose your path wisely and don’t waste time on things that don’t matter. Be strong, have balls, and do what makes you happy.” Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A fisherman in Alaska two months a year, Emily Nicolson of Iliamna Fish Co. describes the decrepit but magical family camp on Graveyard Point, the tundra of Bristol Bay, the tinny, 20 foot "rowboat", the nets, the 24 hours days of hauling sockeye salmon and the satisfaction of living life on a harvest schedule. Her pristine red salmon sells out every year through a CFS (Community Supported Fishery) model that she manages; restaurant fans include Blue Hill and Diner. Listen to learn how you can buy this exceptional catch! Also on this episode of Speaking Broadly, food reporter for ABC Chicago Steve Dolinsky tell us his criteria for judging pizza and his favorite places in his hometown and NY. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A desire to spend "frivolous" time with her father led Iranian-born Homa Dashtaki to make yogurt the long, slow way. While talking and sharing stories, they turned just two ingredients into a sublime, handmade product, White Moustache, that immediately found a following. Recently, the company launched in LA's Eataly, where she continues to make small batch, old world yogurt. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Dashtaki talks about the power of "making your art," of finding a like-minded community to support and inspire you, and of the rewards of working with family. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Chief Financial Officer of the beloved California-based fast-casual brand, Tender Greens, Lina O'Connor is fiercely focused on growth, both in her personal life and in her career. A math geek born to Russian émigrés and a grandchild of Holocaust survivors, she tenaciously pursued increasingly complex jobs, starting first as an Assistant Controller at Wolfgang Puck's Spago. Recently, she took on a personal challenge--becoming a bat mitzvah--which required a substantial commitment, including learning Hebrew. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, O'Connor shares her strategies for constantly pushing forward to combat stagnation, find satisfaction and deeper meaning. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Recording at the swanky NoMad hotel in Manhattan, host Dana Cowin gets advice from a trio of bar experts. NoMad's bar manager Pietro Collina shares hacks for impressive mini bar cocktails. Lindsay Collins and Nikki Anhalt, charismatic servers at one of Charleston's best restaurants, FIG, bring us drinking trends from the South and secrets to making guests feel extra special. Their gift of entertaining is evident not just on this show, and with customers, but on their own industry podcast, Effin B Radio. Listen to hear hilarious behind the scenes banter. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"Trusting your gut in business is very underrated," says restaurateur Ariel Arce on this episode of Speaking Broadly. Arce admits to muting her instincts when she first launched Air's Champagne Parlor, but has fully come into her own with the super successful, personal Tokyo Record Bar, an omakase with choose-your-own vinyl on the sound system. Listen to talk about her struggles to find her voice and to figure out the balance between believing everything happens for a reason and knowing "the hard work is out there, waiting for you." Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For 15 seasons on Top Chef, viewers have watched Gail Simmons critique cheftestants' food. Simmons has now cast herself in a new role: cookbook author. Combining lessons learned on the set, her experiences cooking in professional kitchens and extensive notes from her travel journals, she has written Bringing It Home, a cookbook filled with fun, approachable recipes. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Simmons shares how she has overcome uncertainty about everything from writing this book to voicing her opinions on TV to what's next.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Doris Cooper, VP and Associate Publisher at Clarkson Potter, is the encourager-in-chief behind some of the most exciting food books this season: Alice Waters' memoir, Alex Guarnaschelli's The Home Cook, Melissa Clark's Dinner in an Instant. Listen to this episode of Speaking Broadly to learn how curiosity fueled Cooper's rise from xerox-intern-secretary to food world tastemaker and strategist. Though enormously successful today, there were challenges along the way like when she was laid off when she was a young senior editor. To stay interesting, says Cooper, "you need struggle." Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Top Chef winner and newly-minted cookbook author Kristen Kish reveals the powerful lasting influence of being adopted from Korea. As she told host Dana Cowin on Speaking Broadly, when she finally figured out who she was as a person, everything fell into place: her cooking, her drive, her joy. Listen to hear about her struggles with depression, sexuality and more, as well as her ultimate triumph. Also on this episode, Emily Staugaitis of Bandhu Gardens shares stories of learning, growing and building community and meaning with Bangladeshi women gardeners in Detroit. After working together, they now supply restaurants with greens and cater events, changing lives. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From "Parts Unknown" with Anthony Bourdain to "Jeremiah Tower: The Last Magnificent," to "Mind of a Chef," Lydia Tenaglia has helped produce some of the most important, talked-about food documentaries. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Tenaglia advocates "going rogue" to create original work, provides tips on how to successfully ride the rollercoaster of gaining a partner’s trust, and shares the keys to her success. Listen as she embraces faith, tenacity and willingness to do whatever it takes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bloomberg Food Editor Kate Krader has every major chef in America on speed dial after decades covering the business. On Speaking Broadly, she talks about the future of eating out and her road to becoming a trend ninja. Plus, Chicago chef Jason Vincent, tells us how he ignored dire warnings of experts and chose to leave his award-winning restaurant to spend time with his family. The unexpected result: two years later, he came back as an advocate for work/life balance in the kitchen, a better dad, and still an award-winner with his new place, Giant.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After years as a Senior Policy Advisor to the US Department of State, Julie Egan has a new diplomatic mission. Based in Detroit, she is bringing together diverse groups of individuals to have conscious conversations while eating a fantastic meal together. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, host Dana Cowin talks to Egan about her start up company called Salonniere, and also introduces listeners to two great Detroit chefs with new restaurants, Thomas Lents of The Apparatus Room and Kate Williams of Lady of the House. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Danielle Gould is a food futurist and the founder of Food + Tech Connect. To help us understand what lies ahead, and to accelerate the good food movement, she culls information from the excitingly diverse and intersecting worlds of food, tech, data science, entrepreneurship. On today's episode of Speaking Broadly, Gould shares her thoughts about individualized nutrition, biomes, urban farms and more. Plus she speaks candidly about some of the personal risks of launching a business. Speaking Broadly is powered by SimplecastSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Vicki Freeman is the force behind some of New York City's most enduring and beloved farm-focused restaurants. With her husband chef Marc Meyer she owns Hundred Acres, Vic's and Cookshop. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Freeman reveals the unlikely roots of her achievements: waitressing at Bob's Big Boy, catering for Ralph Lauren, opening a restaurant with no fear or experience. Listen in for her delightful stories of groovy New York restaurant days, unexpected star visits, unfortunate closings and ultimate triumph. Plus, Doug Quint tells host Dana Cowin about the launch of cult Big Gay Ice Cream and their latest foray into grocery stores.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At a very difficult moment in her life, just as this mother of 5 was getting divorced, Ali Cayne poured her energy into creating an beautiful alternate universe that consisted of a cafe, cooking school and event space in New York City. She called it Haven's Kitchen, a haven for her and the community she nurtures. And she says her business saved her. Listen to this episode of Speaking Broadly to hear Ali's story of going from an impromptu entrepreneur to a bad ass babe boss. Also on the show, a conversation with Denise Cerreta, the founder of One World, Everybody Eats. Cerreta was named James Beard Foundation's Humanitarian of the Year in 2016 for pioneering work that addresses food insecurity by helping people replicate a pay-as-you-go cafe model.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kelly Krause is the gatekeeper for one of the most exciting festivals on the circuit. She is the Conference Programming Manager at SXSW overseeing tracks like fashion, food and wellness. On this episode of Speaking Broadly she described the best ideas to emerge from the event and also reveals her own deep connections to the wellness space. She was over 300 pounds in 2014 when she decided to change her life. Listen in to hear how she took control, committed to kindness and helps others to live their best life. Also on this show, SB's first virtual taste test! We reviewed chocolate-dipped madeleines, croissant and kouign amman twists from Diane Yang of Bellecour in Minneapolis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chef Angie Mar of the Beatrice Inn in NYC's West Village doesn't care about trends. And although she owns one of the hottest restaurants in the city, she doesn't eat out at buzzy new restaurants herself for fear of being inadvertently influenced by the food of other chefs. Instead she is true to her vision of big cuts of glorious beef, magnificently prepared, inspired by dinners made with her Chinese American father. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Mar talks about the challenges of being a perfectionist in the kitchen but wanting to work on new projects, as well as what she learned about cows from the butchers of France and the UK.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Helen Johannesen is the Director of Operations of several spectacular Los Angeles restaurants (Animal, Son of a Gun, Petit Trois, Trois Familia & Trois Mec). In April 2015, she partnered with Jon Shook & Vinny Dotolo to open Jon & Vinny’s where, at the back of the space, she has a retail wine store called Helen’s. Though it is likely the smallest wine shop in the world, it has an outsized impact. In her wine cube, Helen holds classes, fulfills club membership and even delivery orders. On this episode of Speaking Broadly, Helen expounds on what she learned on her journey to the center of the wine world, what her wine selection says about her, and what to buy now. Also on this episode, journalist Megan Krigbaum shares her new favorites in Old World regions as well as perfect wines for July 4.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.