The Oven Light

Barry Clayton – American Society of Baking Hall of Fame-elect and a former senior vice president with AB Mauri North America – visits with ABMNA Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak in this latest episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ They discuss everything from baking enzyme technology to New Zealand All Blacks rugby, from living in America to exponential innovation, and everything in between. Listen wherever you are – including watching that football playoff game or biting into a Kiwi lolly cake, which is made with crushed malt biscuits, sweetened evaporated milk & fruit-flavored candy, by the way. It’s now time to flip the switch. Who’s ready for ‘The Oven Light’?

Kerwin Brown, President & CEO of BEMA – Bakery Equipment Manufacturers & Allieds – visits with AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak in the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ They discuss Kerdog’s longtime career within the baking industry, the importance of connection-driven experiences, the #1 baking trade show in North America - IBIE, his ‘On A Roll’ podcast, the impact of AI and kindness & so much more. Listen wherever you are – driving to a big college football or basketball game, enjoying a hot ham & cheese breakfast sammie or listening to your new favorite podcast…umm, ‘The Oven Light’, of course. Now it’s time to flip the switch…let’s go for ‘The Oven Light’.

Kristen Spriggs, Executive Director of the American Society of Baking based in Indianapolis, joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ The duo discusses Kristen’s nearly three-year tenure at ASB, her previous work in the events industry & at a midwestern basketball powerhouse university, the ever-evolving world of industrial & artisan baking, new demands from today’s baked goods consumers, living in ‘Circle City’ and a whole ton more. Listen wherever you are – watching an open wheel race on TV, enjoying dunking a cake donut in a hot latte or even limping along in early morning traffic. Flip the switch. It’s time again for ‘The Oven Light’.

Erin Ball, Executive Director of the Grain Foods Foundation based in Washington D.C., joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ The duo discusses the benefits of grain foods in a healthy diet, the changing face of the food industry today, consumer-led drives and demands, juggling an active nation’s capital, the importance of managing the little details and a whole lot more. Listen wherever you are – waiting in the grocery checkout line, waiting in the doctor’s office or waiting for the paint to dry. Flip that switch. Let’s go! It’s time for ‘The Oven Light’.

Two founding members of the iconic 80s New Wave & Modern Rock band Wang Chung – Jack Hues and Nick Feldman – join AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for a fascinating episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ The trio dives into a dynamic era of popular music, the real meaning behind the band’s name, life on the road including food choices, the uniqueness of having Wang Chung woven into just having fun and so much more. Listen wherever you are, listening to tunes on the morning commute, searching for albums at the retro market or just hanging out on the beach with good friends. It’s time. Let’s flip the switch for ‘The Oven Light’…and as Wang Chung would suggest, Let’s Go!

Leading international business growth and customer experience expert Jay Baer – who is also an established purveyor of tequila – joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for an excellent episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ The duo dives into connecting with customers, enjoying the perfect bottle of tequila, finding cool plaid clothing, being recognized as a global marketing guru, writing best-selling books, having the honor of being in the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame and so much more. Listen wherever you are – sipping a margarita on the beach, shopping for that stunning, new outfit on your laptop or just playing bocce ball with good friends. Flip the switch. It’s time for ‘The Oven Light’…let’s go!

1879 Distilling Company Founder Mark Disper and Head Distiller Kyle Decker join AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for this episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ The trio dives into multiple topics including starting up a distillery, crafting the ideal alcohol beverage, generating great teamwork, telling unique stories through labels and branding, selling the perfect cheeseburger and much, much more. Listen wherever you are – on a business trip layover, unwinding after the workday with your favorite cocktail or even getting the yard ready for spring – and flip the switch. It’s time for ‘The Oven Light’…let’s do this!

Seth Godin – author of nearly two dozen bestsellers that have been translated into more than 35 languages – joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing, Rick Oleshak, for the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light.’ The duo discusses daily blogging, pioneering in the internet age, being married to a gluten-free baker, giving back & doing good, making a ruckus, racing to the top, simplifying strategic goals and so much more. Listen wherever you are – waiting for that shuttle pickup, reading an inspiring text, taking your favorite pooch to the dog park or just enjoying a mocha latte at your favorite coffee spot. Get ready to flip the switch…let’s go! It’s time for ‘The Oven Light’! Thanks for listening in!

Chef Matt Borchardt, executive chef of Ronald McDonald House Charities in St. Louis, joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing, Rick Oleshak, for the newest episode of ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. The duo recounts the impact of doing good, serving others through a meal, the new, state-of-the-art Ronald McDonald House build in the Gateway City, helping up & coming chefs along the way, favorite breakfast items at the Golden Arches & much more. Tune in wherever you are & whenever you can – during that trip through the fast food drive-thru line, in between holiday shopping stops or while you map out your giving back strategy in 2025. Flip the switch & get ready for another insightful episode of ‘The Oven Light’ podcast…you’ll be glad you did.

Matt McLean – known in the food world as ‘Uncle Matt’ from Uncle Matt’s Organic juices & beverages – joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing, Rick Oleshak, for the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light’. The duo discusses farming citrus crops with family, selling orange juice in Germany, drinking unsweetened black tea, supporting the Special Olympics, celebrating Florida Gator football and a whole lot more. Listen wherever you are – during that flight layover, after the pickleball rally or even while enjoying a glass of pulp-free organic orange juice – and flip the switch. Get ready for ‘The Oven Light’ & thanks for tuning in!

Terence Reilly – current President of Hey Dude footwear and previously President of the iconic Stanley portfolio of tumblers and other drinkware – joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about innovation, the power of teamwork, being ready for your audition, making fast decisions, dingers at Fenway Park, homemade Irish soda bread and so much more. Listen in wherever you are – cruising the neighborhood in your Crocs, sipping chilled water in your Quencher bottle or catching the latest in social media on your phone – and flip the switch. Tune into ‘The Oven Light’ & we can’t wait to see you here!

Charles K. Poole – established author, thought leader, fellow podcaster, award-winning communications executive & much more – joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for a new episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about living intentionally and changing lives – including your own – with of course with a dash of baking mixed right in. Have a listen wherever you can – walking the dog, listening to the cicadas or on the bus – and flip the switch. Get tuned into ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!

James Thomas, Director of the St. Louis Black and Classic Film Festivals and movie man extraordinaire, joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for a new episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about the world of cinema, movie stars and more. In this episode, the duo jumps into favorite flicks, award-winning performers and the importance of innovation, with a bit of baking sprinkled in, too. Have a listen wherever you can – in the Uber, in the dentist chair or strolling through the park – and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we look forward to seeing you there!

Brandon Steiner, founder of CollectibleXchange and The Steiner Agency, joins AB Mauri North America Vice President of Marketing Rick Oleshak for this episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about the incredible landscape of baking, sports and so much more. In this episode, the duo dives deep into the everything bagel, women’s hoops, sports memorabilia, the Big Apple, the beginnings of today’s sports bars, playing MJ in basketball, trying new things and beyond. Take a listen wherever you are – in between flights, in the kitchen or on the commute – and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!

Josh Allen, founder of St. Louis-based Companion Baking, joins AB Mauri North America’s Rick Oleshak for this episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about the wonderful world of craft baking. In this program, the duo discusses sustainable baking, frozen products, to-go food orders, today’s bakery customers, podcasts and much, much more. Take a listen wherever you are – after a swim, while reviewing photos from the recent solar eclipse or even at the table enjoying a fresh baguette with salted butter – and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!

Acclaimed bakery executive and recent winner of Baking & Snack’s 2023 Operations Executive of the Year, Kevin Stevens, joins AB Mauri marketing head Rick Oleshak for this episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about the enlightening world of industrial baking. In this episode, the duo discusses the state of baking, motocross racing, equestrian sports, the importance of business relationships and much, much more. Take a listen wherever you are – during the commute, on a hike or overlooking the ocean during spring break – and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!

Alastair Brogan, the chieftain of Boulder Spirits and Vapor Distillery in Colorado, joins AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak on the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. In this edition, the duo talks about Top Gun, the Royal Air Force, drinking whiskey with friends – with ice, Scotch eggs, Pinnacle Distillers Yeast, the iconic Red Rocks concert venue and much more. Whether you’re in the office, listening while on a hike or just tuning in during a traffic jam, flip the switch and tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ right now. We hope you enjoy the show.

Jim Morris, a former major league pitcher and inspiration for the Disney film, ‘The Rookie’, visits with AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak on ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. In this episode, the tandem discusses teamwork, making dreams come true, professional baseball, whether or not a hot dog is a sandwich and much, much more. Wherever you are listening – on a run or on the run – it’s time to flip the switch and tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ today. We’ll see you here!

Crown Bakeries CEO and esteemed baking industry leader Cordia Harrington joins AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak for this new episode of ‘The Oven Light’. In this episode, the duo tackles the future of baking, quick service restaurants, universities in the southeast, travel in Japan, U.S. real estate and much, much more. Wherever you are, take a listen – on the commute, in the office or on a treadmill– and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!