Best CSEP Podcasts (2025)

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

17h ago46:42

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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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381: How to stop yo-yo dieting - with Jovanka Ciares (ALL-STAR) 49:44

17h ago49:44

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Are you ready to stop yo-yo dieting once and for all? Lord knows, it doesn’t work but we get woo-ed by the bright, shiny object syndrome of magic pills and “5 steps to the body you desire” nonsense that’s shoved down our throats especially in these months leading up to summer. Enough. Let’s make a choice to try something different. My all-star spec…

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301: Why Black Culinary History Matters in Events: Food as a Cultural Experience 52:17

8d ago52:17

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This Black History Month, I sit down with my friend Tie Whittaker, owner of Buttermilk Boutique. A professional pastry chef with over 13 years of experience, Tie blends her Southern roots and culinary expertise to create stunning pastries and elevated Afternoon Tea experiences that are redefining hospitality in North Carolina. Afternoon Tea may not…

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380: How to simplify your wardrobe + personal style - with Sarah Jackson (ALL-STAR) 36:19

8d ago36:19

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Do you wish you could simplify your wardrobe a little bit? More importantly, when you open your closet, do you feel like you’ve got NOTHING to wear? Girl, I feel ya. If your personal style could use a bit of a refresh or you’re finding the task of getting dressed in the mornings totally tedious and borderline stressful, this one is for you! My all-…

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300: The Biggest Lessons from 300 Episodes on Food Safety, inclusion & Sustainability 54:06

15d ago54:06

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This is episode 300 of Eating at a Meeting! After five year and 300 episodes, one thing is clear—food and beverage are never just about what’s on the plate. They’re about safety, inclusion, transparency, and creating experiences where everyone feels valued. For this milestone episode, I’m bringing back some of the most insightful and impactful gues…

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379: How to tap into your Intuition to make better decisions - with Kim Chestney (ALL-STAR) 40:51

15d ago40:51

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What if you could tap into your Intuition to make better decisions… would you try? Many believe you decide with either your head, your heart or your gut… that deep, inner knowing when grappling with a situation. But what if you could better tune into that voice inside you to gain clearer insight and a solid path to follow in the months ahead? My al…

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299: Taylor Swift’s Mocktail Success: Event Planners, Are You Taking Notes? 36:51

22d ago36:51

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Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour wasn’t just a cultural phenomenon—it was also a showcase of unforgettable food and beverage experiences. For the last three U.S. stops and her grand finale in Vancouver, Sodexo Live! delivered the perfect menu to celebrate the end of an era, crafting mocktails and drinks as iconic as the music itself. This week, Tracy is th…

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B154: How to form new habits that stick (ALL-STAR) 9:56

22d ago9:56

9:56

Let’s talk about how to form new habits that stick. Okay, okay, I’m curious… raise your hand if you were totally fired up at the beginning of this month to start afresh, change your life, or maybe flip one or two bad habits into better ones? Yup, me too. Now, keep your hand raised if you stuck with it all? Energetically, I just felt a ton of hands …

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298: Sodexo Live! San Diego Convention Center 43:58

29d ago43:58

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Ready to go Behind the Plate? This week on Tracy chats with Sufi Karaien, Executive Chef at the San Diego Convention Center Corporation (SDCC), where he leads culinary operations for one of the busiest convention centers in the United States. Chef Sufi is redefining event catering by incorporating innovative, plant-based dishes into large-scale men…

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B153: How to spring clean your mind (guided visualization) 15:13

29d ago15:13

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to spring clean your mind. Ahh yes, it’s that time of year when the daffodils are blooming once again, the winter ice is melting, and there’s an overwhelming urge (in my world, at least) to declutter my entire home. But what if we could do the same with our minds, releasing the things we no longer need …

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297: Norovirus 101: What Event Planners Need to Know About Food Safety 59:47

1M ago59:47

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Food safety isn’t just about what’s on the plate—it’s about protecting everyone who gathers to share a meal. This week on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE, join me as I chat with food safety expert Francine Shaw, CP-FS, FMP, about one of the most contagious viruses threatening events today: norovirus. Francine’s expertise spans the globe, with proj…

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378: How to create a simple, effective sales funnel - with Dr. J.J. Peterson (ALL-STAR) 1:01:08

1M ago1:01:08

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Okay, okay - raise your hand if you’ve heard us talking about how to create an effective sales funnel for YEARS now, but still haven’t made one that actually works for your business? Or maybe you’ve got a funnel, but you’ve never formally written it down and shared it with your team? No problem - this one is especially for you! My special guest tod…

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296: Carrying Intentionality into 2025_ Food Safety_ Inclusivity_ and Hard Conversations 28:57

1M ago28:57

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Unity at the table is more than gathering people; it’s about creating spaces where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. Reflecting on my December commitment to make every table safe and welcoming, I recognize that intentionality isn’t just an ideal—it’s a responsibility and it requires action. In this solo episode of Eating at a Meeting,…

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377: Why you should treat your job search like buying a house - with Shannon Taylor (ALL-STAR) 47:12

1M ago47:12

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Have you ever stepped back and thought about how similar the process is, of finding a job to buying a house? Like in nearly every single way - the parallels are eerie! So let’s talk about it… My special guest today is global talent acquisition leader, Shannon Taylor and he’s simplifying why you should treat your job search like buying a house. Beca…

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295: Trends Report: Vegan Food and Non-Alcoholic Drinks Take Center Stage 49:03

2M ago49:03

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The way we eat, drink, and celebrate at events is evolving, and the numbers prove it. This week on Eating at a Meeting Podcast LIVE — the first episode of 2025 — I’m sitting down with Hugo Campbell, co-founder of Togather, to talk about their new report tracking food and drink trends at over 100 UK festivals attended by 10 million people in 2024. 🌱…

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376: How to deal with menopause - with Laurie Lewis (ALL-STAR) 48:43

2M ago48:43

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Are you trying to figure out how to deal with menopause or curious if you’re on the brink of it all? Welp, friends… this one is for you! My special guest today is author Laurie Lewis and she’s simplifying how to deal with menopause. No matter if you’re at the beginning of it all and you’re starting to notice your period is getting irregular. Or you…

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294: Beyond the Bar — A Recap to End the Year and Kick off 2025 52:27

2M ago52:27

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David T. Stevens and I will recap the "Beyond the Bar" panel discussion he led and I participated in during IMEX at the Jimmy Kimmel Comedy Club in Las Vegas. During the discussion, we dove into the growing trend of non-alcoholic and wellness-focused events. We discussed everything from authentic mocktails to the importance of inclusivity in today'…

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B152: How to snap out of a funk (guided visualization) 13:23

2M ago13:23

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to snap out of a funk. If you’re feeling beaten down, worn out, or like your energy vibration is hitting an all-time low, my hope is that today’s episode will help you stop, pause, hit the reset button, gain clarity, and come back to center once again. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide f…

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293: How Food Defines Us: A Dialogue with Author Psyche A. Williams-Forson 1:00:40

2M ago1:00:40

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I’m thrilled to welcome Psyche Williams-Forson, cultural food scholar and author of “Eating While Black: Food Shaming and Race in America,” to the podcast! 🖤🍽️ Food is so much more than what’s on our plates—it’s identity, belonging, history, and survival. In her groundbreaking work, Psyche unpacks the deeply rooted biases and shaming that often sur…

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375: How to improve your digestion - with Tyler Mayoras (ALL-STAR) 45:39

2M ago45:39

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Today, we are talking all about how to improve your digestion. Are you feeling a bit bloated, and well, clogged up? Aha, this one's for you! My all-star special guest today is Cool Beans co-founder Tyler Mayoras and he’s simplifying how to improve your digestion. There’s nothing worse than having tummy aches and feeling like your body isn’t working…

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292: Ensuring Everyone Can Attend - The Key to Inclusive Event Planning 49:53

2M ago49:53

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Tracy chats with Jami Paronto, Senior Global Account Director at HPN Global, about creating accessible food and beverage experiences for all attendees. I met Jami at a recent event and was struck by some of the barriers she faced to simply participate. To enter the room, Jami, who uses a wheelchair, had to be taken outside in the rain to access an …

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374: How to get into the flow - with Scott Robinson (ALL-STAR) 1:16:34

2M ago1:16:34

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When was the last time you felt like you were in flow state? You know, that feeling you get when time seems limitless, your creative juices and ideas are free flowing, and your energy is buzzing at a higher vibration. Has it felt like forever? Well if so, you’re going to love today’s conversation. My special guest today is The Brain Guy - Scott Rob…

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291: The Food Allergy Generation Goes to Work_ Legal Challenges & Opportunities 46:59

3M ago46:59

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How are workplaces adapting to meet the needs of the "food allergy generation"? In this conversation, I sit down with Professor D'Andra Shu, a law professor at South Texas College of Law Houston, to explore the growing legal challenges and opportunities that food allergies present in professional environments. We dive into how addressing food aller…

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373: How to be the CEO of your well-being - with Naz Beheshti (ALL-STAR) 52:05

3M ago52:05

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Are you ready to step up and be the CEO of your well-being? If last year taught us anything at all, it reminded us of how incredibly important it is to take good care of our body, mind, and spirit in order to stay grounded through big change. Self-care is no longer a “should” but a “must-have” priority to maintain your well-being as an entrepreneur…

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290: Raising the Bar: Why We Need Clear Alcohol Labels Now 50:31

3M ago50:31

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Did you know that beer, wine, and spirits can contain allergens like wheat, nuts, or even milk—and that most bottles don’t disclose this information? Consumers are often left guessing with no mandatory labeling for allergens or ingredients, putting health and safety at risk. This week, I'm discussing transparency in alcohol labeling with Eva Greent…

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B151: How to let yourself rest when you’re sick (guided visualization) 13:31

3M ago13:31

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Time for a guided visualization exercise: How to let yourself rest when you’re sick. How does it work? Simple! Let my voice be a guide for you as you focus inward to help you tap into your inner wisdom and Intuition for answers. Listen and participate in this guided visualization exercise: How to let yourself rest when you’re sick. Show notes avail…

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289: How the Food Donation Improvement Act Impacts Events, Hotels, and Venues 53:48

3M ago53:48

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Tracy talks with Emily Broad-Lieb, Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Harvard Law School Food Law and Policy Clinic, diving into the game-changing Food Donation Improvement Act (FDIA). Many of us as planners hear “we can’t donate the food” or “we’ll be sued” from venues, but this new legislation signed into law in January 2023 breaks dow…

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372: How to boost your immune system - with Dr. Uma Naidoo (ALL-STAR) 50:04

3M ago50:04

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Q: Are you feeling run-down, exhausted, stressed, and wish you could boost your immune system? I don’t blame ya! Life is wacky right now and you might be feeling the effects of it all, physically and mentally. My special guest today is Dr. Uma Naidoo and she’s simplifying how to boost your immune system. And surprisingly enough, it’s simpler than y…

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288: What Would Make You Feel Safe Eating at a Meeting With a Food Allergy? 9:22

3M ago9:22

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What does it take to feel safe eating at a meeting? In this episode, individuals with food allergies, celiac disease, and other dietary needs share their personal stories and actionable suggestions for creating safer, more inclusive dining experiences. From clear ingredient labeling and cross-contact prevention to having knowledgeable staff or chef…

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371: How to cook lighter with an Instant Pot - with Jeffrey Eisner (ALL-STAR) 44:24

3M ago44:24

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Let’s talk about cooking, more specifically, let’s simplify how to cook lighter with your Instant Pot! It’s happened, I too have jumped on the bandwagon of cooking with an Instant Pot… and can I say, I LOVE IT. It makes batch cooking a cinch and the versatility of what you can make, my goodness, I feel like I’m just scratching the surface! My all-s…

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287: Is Your Event Breakfast Doing More Harm Than Good? 44:31

4M ago44:31

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Registered Dietitian Jessie Gibson from UT Health East Texas joins Tracy to discuss whether event breakfasts are helping or hindering attendee success. Are the meals served setting attendees up for a productive day—or leaving them sluggish and distracted? Jessie shares how better breakfast options could boost energy, focus, and overall wellness. We…

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B150: How to visualize a new path for your life (ALL-STAR) 11:14

4M ago11:14

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Let’s do a guided visualization exercise together: here’s how to visualize a new path for your life. Something that I love doing with my coaching clients is to lead them through guided visualization exercises and the thought occurred to me, “why not do these on the podcast, as well?!” So in today’s mini episode, I’m going to lead you through a guid…

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286: Behind the Plate: Why Ingredient Stories Matter for Event Menus 51:30

4M ago51:30

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On this week’s Eating at a Meeting Live, I’m sit down with Ali Cox, the Founder & CEO of Noble West, an award-winning marketing consultancy specializing in the entire agricultural ecosystem to explore how event professionals on both sides of the table — planners and food service teams — can bridge the gap between farm and table. As a fifth-generati…

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