Best CSEP Podcasts (2025)

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318: How do you Build Community through Food 36:19

5d ago36:19

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How do we truly build community through food? In this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I'm joined by two inspiring professionals—Jenny Ng, Event Planning Senior Manager at National Co-op Kosher, and Rachel, General Manager & Food and Beverage Director at a locally-focused hotel restaurant—to unpack this very question. Fresh from my presentation at M…

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393: How to find + recruit great talent - with Kelly Simants (ALL-STAR) 41:01

6d ago41:01

41:01

Switching gears, we’re now focused on simplifying topics for those who work in all aspects of HR, human resources next. Recruiters - are you struggling to find and recruit great talent these days? Word on the street is that recruiters are inundated with hundreds of applications for open roles but that doesn’t always mean they are qualified candidat…

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392: How to manage 5 different generations at work- with Dana Dillard (ALL-STAR) 47:38

13d ago47:38

47:38

We are in an unprecedented time right now where there are 5 different generations in the workforce. As a people leader, how can you effectively manage that wide spread of ages and background, keeping them motivated, engaged and productive? My all-star special guest today is author Dana Dillard and she’s simplifying how to manage 5 different generat…

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317: Why Food Allergy Safety Must Include Mental Health Awareness 48:02

12d ago48:02

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In honor of both Food Allergy Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Month, I was thrilled to welcome Amanda Whitehouse, licensed psychologist, food allergy anxiety and trauma expert, host of the Don’t Feed the Fear podcast, and a devoted food allergy mom, to Eating at a Meeting. Amanda and I dove into the rarely-discussed intersection of food…

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316: Two Moms, Countless Events: Lessons on Food Safety & Hospitality 56:09

20d ago56:09

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How does being a food allergy mom change how you plan an event menu? This week, I’m talking with two powerhouse planners—Colleen M. Earley, CMP, HMCC and Jessica Hiemenz-Woodbury, CMP, CMM, DES—who are blending personal experience with professional expertise to reshape how we think about food at events. Both are long-time event pros. Both are moms.…

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B158: How to take action on a big goal (guided visualization) 12:57

20d ago12:57

12:57

Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to take action on a big goal. If you’ve got a vision for something you really want to accomplish, either personally or professionally, this one is for you. Especially if you’ve been prone to procrastinating or struggling to begin. So, how does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focu…

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315: Planning Safe Events with Food Allergies in Mind: A CMP’s Perspective 52:55

27d ago52:55

52:55

During Food Allergy Awareness Week this year, I was joined by veteran meeting planner P. Christine Poole, CMP—someone who knows firsthand how a single overlooked ingredient can turn a meal into a medical emergency. With more than 20 years of experience planning conferences for state, regional, and national associations, Christine has a sharp eye fo…

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391: How to level up by doing less - with Kate Northrup (ALL-STAR) 57:00

27d ago57:00

57:00

What if I told you it was possible to level up by doing less? Would you give it a go? So many of us have been conditioned over the years that MORE is the answer. More hours in front of your computer. More hustle, more grind, more exertion = more success. So, umm… how’s that working out for you? For me… not so great. So, let’s talk about doing less,…

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390: How to simplify + organize your workspace - with Christy Lingo (ALL-STAR) 42:59

1M ago42:59

42:59

Do you want to know how to organize your workspace like a pro? I don’t know about you, but the summer months always inspire me to declutter, and this year I’m going all out. Basically, I want to set fire to all the miscellaneous paper that I’ve collected this past quarter and start anew. Time to break out the fire pit and the marshmallows! My all-s…

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314: Celebrating Celiac Awareness Month: Real Talk on Safe & Inclusive Gluten-Free Dining 1:00:45

1M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

What does it really take to feel safe, heard, and included when you’re dining with celiac disease? In honor of Celiac Awareness Month, this episode of Eating at a Meeting brings real talk—and real solutions—to the table with two powerhouse advocates: Kayla King (@celiacwithkayla) and Gabby Hemond (@noglutengabby). Kayla is a certified nutrition coa…

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313: Building Better Bars at Events: How to Elevate the Attendee Experience 1:00:11

1M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

When it comes to creating unforgettable experiences behind the bar, few have done it better — or longer — than Rob Husted. With nearly three decades of experience in bartending, mixology, flair, and education, Rob is a force who's helped shape beverage programs and trends across the globe. Tracy had the chance to meet Rob at Catersource earlier thi…

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389: How to cultivate healthy relationships - with Brianne Davis (ALL-STAR) 48:13

1M ago48:13

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One of the hardest things to grapple with in life is realizing when you are NOT cultivating healthy relationships… Why do we do that? Have you ever found yourself chasing unavailable people or constantly welcoming toxic patterns in people, over and over and over again? If so, how do you break the cycle? My all-star special guest today is Brianne Da…

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388: How to relax your mind - with Peter Russell (ALL-STAR) 1:06:13

2M ago1:06:13

1:06:13

What would it take to relax your mind? Now, I’m not talking about numbing out or escaping from the stress and overwhelm but actually getting to a state of peace about where things are at, personally and professionally for you. Is it possible? My all-star special guest today is Peter Russell and he’s simplifying how to relax your mind. Spoiler alert…

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312: Voices That Matter: Addie & Robyn Lao on Food Allergy Advocacy and the ADDE Act 29:35

2M ago29:35

29:35

On this episode of Eating at a Meeting, I welcome Addie Lao, a courageous nine-year-old food allergy advocate, and her mom, Dr. Robin Lao, a pediatric nurse practitioner from Sacramento, California. Together, these two inspiring women are leading the charge for safer dining experiences in California with their coauthored California Senate Bill 68 —…

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311: Serving Tea with Intention: A Fresh Take on Event Beverage Planning 52:17

2M ago52:17

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Tea is having a moment—and it's long overdue. In this week's episode of Eating at a Meeting, I’m joined by Amy March, executive chef and co-founder of The Steeping Room and Urban Tea House, to talk about why tea deserves a starring role on your event menu. With over two decades of experience in specialty tea, culinary arts, and holistic health, Amy…

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B157: How to embrace change with grace (ALL-STAR - guided visualization) 14:25

2M ago14:25

14:25

Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to embrace change with grace. You know the old adage, “change is the only constant,” which I suppose is true in most cases. However, I want to plant a seed of a new thought in your mind that might help you navigate change when it comes your way again: “I’m the only constant in my life, n…

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387: How to create wealth by sharing your gifts - with Maria Davis (ALL-STAR) 55:31

2M ago55:31

55:31

What if the secret to creating more wealth is actually, all about sharing your gifts openly, fluidly and giving yourself permission to be seen? What if that one (tiny) thing changed how you show up to sales meetings, networking events, and the regular day-to-day work? My all-star special guest today is Maria Davis and she’s simplifying how to creat…

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310: 5 Ways to Manage Event Food & Bev to Reduce Waste & Budget Effectively 21:10

2M ago21:10

21:10

I'm talking about managing food and beverage at events based on recent events I've attended and questions I've seen on social media or asked about at conferences. Join me to share your management tips. Want to create live streams like this?By Tracy Stuckrath

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386: How to rebuild company culture after a massive layoff - with Daniel Stokes (ALL-STAR) 46:54

2M ago46:54

46:54

Raise your hand if you’ve been through a layoff. Keep your hand raised if you kept your job through it and are faced with the reality of attempting to rebuild the company culture after a massive layoff. You are what people call a “survivor” and my goodness, that’s a lot of pressure on your shoulders to help the organization recover, eh? My all-star…

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309: Safe, Sober, & Inclusive: How Zero-Proof Bev Are Changing the F&B Industry 44:18

2M ago44:18

44:18

What a month it’s been! As Women’s HERStory Month comes to a close, I couldn’t think of a better way to wrap it up than with a conversation that’s redefining inclusivity in food and beverage. Laura Silverman, founder of Zero Proof Nation and Booze Free in DC, is leading the charge in the non-alcoholic beverage movement, proving that choice and incl…

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385: How to stop procrastinating + get it done - with Sam Bennett (ALL-STAR) 45:50

3M ago45:50

45:50

Question: Ever find that when you’ve got a big, looming deadline, you’re doing everything else BUT the thing that’s due? “Oh, look at those dishes over there! Man, I should clean out this junk drawer. Hmm, wonder what’s happening over on Instagram?” Sound familiar? My all-star special guest today is Sam Bennett and she’s simplifying how to stop pro…

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308: Stirring the Pot for Good: How One Social Enterprise is Uplifting Refugees 47:15

3M ago47:15

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This Women’s HERStory Month, I’m celebrating trailblazing women who are reshaping the way we think about food, community, health, and inclusion on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast. This week, I’m introducing you to Jin-Ya Huang—a social entrepreneur, artist, and community leader using food to break down barriers and build bridges. A social practice …

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B156: How to calm your nerves (guided visualization) 12:59

3M ago12:59

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to calm your nerves, especially if you’re about to do something big in life. Maybe you’re about to take the stage and deliver a presentation… or maybe you’ve got to have a crucial conversation and want to get your point across calm, cool, collected and confident. I mean, there are so many times our emot…

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307: From Food Apartheid to Food Empowerment: A Story of Change 48:04

3M ago48:04

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In celebration of Women’s HERStory Month, I’m honored to highlight Femeika Elliott, a powerhouse in food justice, maternal health, and community empowerment, on the Eating at a Meeting podcast. How do we reclaim access to fresh, nutritious food and create healthier futures for our communities? Femeika is on a mission to transform food justice, mate…

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306: Bridging the Gap: Foster Care, Food Security, and Social Impact 47:38

3M ago47:38

47:38

Food has the power to nourish, heal, and connect—and this Women’s HERStory Month, I’m honored to celebrate Ally Smith, a woman making a profound impact at the intersection of food and foster care. As Development Director at Partnerships for Children, a private chef, and the creative force behind the “Gather With” cookbook project, Ally is redefinin…

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384: How to re-emerge after hibernation - with Carrie Contey (ALL-STAR) 57:47

3M ago57:47

57:47

The seasons are changing and it’s time to (ever so slowly) re-emerge again after hibernation! Thank goodness. If you’ve felt like you’ve gone in a cave, either figuratively or creatively these last few months, this episode is especially for you. My all-star special guest today is Carrie Contey, Ph.D. and she’s simplifying how to re-emerge after hib…

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305: Secret Food Stories: Chef Asantewaa's Vision for Sustainable Dining 41:49

3M ago41:49

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This Women’s HERStory Month on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast, I’m shining a spotlight on incredible women who are reshaping how we think about food, sustainability, and culture. The third woman I want you to meet is Chef Asantewaa E. L., a culinary powerhouse and advocate for food sustainability in San Antonio. As the founder of Food Horizons and…

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383: How to shine bright - with Sarah Hagstrom (ALL-STAR) 53:14

3M ago53:14

53:14

Part of being a truly radiant person is to learn how to shine bright, yet without that pesky ego getting in the way. Many times you hear about people who “suck all the oxygen out of the room” or others who feel destined to be a wallflower forever. And in both scenarios, I find it fascinating that these are fear-based perceptions… Comparing yourself…

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304: Building a Food Business That Brings People Together—One Cheese Board at a Time 47:06

3M ago47:06

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This Women’s HERStory Month, I’m celebrating women who are using food to build community, preserve culture, and spark meaningful change. One of those incredible women is Mahfam Moeeni-Alarcon , the founder and co-owner of Mingle + Graze, a cheese shop and eatery in downtown Chandler, Arizona, that is so much more than a place to eat—it’s a space fo…

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382: How to leverage your network to drive career mobility - with Susan Collins (ALL-STAR) 38:25

3M ago38:25

38:25

Real talk time: Is your career where you want it to be? When you think of your career mobility (as in how one role opens up other opportunities down the line), are you satisfied with where you are now and where you are headed? If things have veered off course, let’s talk about it! My all-star special guest today is Susan Collins and she’s simplifyi…

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303: Food Safety & Allergen Awareness in Restaurants with Denise Baron Herrera 46:26

4M ago46:26

46:26

Women’s HERStory Month on Eating at a Meeting This Women’s HERStory Month, I’m celebrating trailblazing women who are reshaping the way we think about food, community, health, and inclusion on the Eating at a Meeting Podcast. To kick it off, I'm talking with Denise Baron Herrera, Co-Founding Chef and Chief Culinary Officer for Burtons Grill & Bar a…

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B155: How to let it go (guided visualization) 15:23

4M ago15:23

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to let it go. Whatever it is that you’re holding onto right now, today’s episode will help you release, process, and move on from here. Whether it’s a tough conversation that didn’t quite go the way you thought it would, a situation where you might have fumbled a bit, or a life change that has come unex…

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302: More Than Comfort Food: The Rich History and Future of Soul Cuisine 46:42

4M ago46:42

46:42

To close out 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡 I’m sat down with Chef Deborah VanTrece, a culinary visionary 𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝. From her days as a flight attendant exploring global cuisines to becoming a 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝-𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐟, restaurateur, and 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭-𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐫, Deborah has built a legacy on honoring tradition while pushing boundaries. 🎙️We dish…

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