Mary Baird, CSEP hosts the creative business podcast that breaks down topics in business + life and SIMPLIFIES them! Interviewing smart people from all over the world, we will discover new insights, simple action items and spark fresh ideas to help you DO. THE. THING!
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Eating at a Meeting explores a variety of topics on food and beverage (F&B) and how they impact individual experience and inclusion, sustainability, culture, community, health and wellness, laws and more. The mission of Eating at a Meeting is to share authentic stories that illustrate the financial, social, emotional, and mental impact food and beverage have on individuals, organizations, and the earth. I see it being threefold: ● Help individuals and organizations understand how F&B impacts ...
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Season 3 of the CSEP Podcast will focus on equity, diversity, and inclusion. This season the podcast takes a different approach to the typical format, and instead of a single host conducting a 1-on-1 interview, instead have a different panel of guests on each episode. Host: CSEP members from across Canada and internationally. If you would like to be on an episode of Season 3 please email: [email protected] CSEP is the Gold Standard in exercise science and personal training. Providing leade ...
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12 million Americans work in the live events industry. This NSFW podcast hosted by two industry veterans from very different verticals shares the triumphs and tragedies of those who work in the events industry along with the questionable things we've been asked to do for - or with - our clients... with regrets.
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315: Planning Safe Events with Food Allergies in Mind: A CMP’s Perspective
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52:55During 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)
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57:00What 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)
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42:59Do 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
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1:00:45What 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
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1:00:11When 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)
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48:13One 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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312: Voices That Matter: Addie & Robyn Lao on Food Allergy Advocacy and the ADDE Act
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29:35On 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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388: How to relax your mind - with Peter Russell (ALL-STAR)
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1:06:13What 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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B157: How to embrace change with grace (ALL-STAR - guided visualization)
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14:25Let’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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311: Serving Tea with Intention: A Fresh Take on Event Beverage Planning
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52:17Tea 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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310: 5 Ways to Manage Event Food & Bev to Reduce Waste & Budget Effectively
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21:10I'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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387: How to create wealth by sharing your gifts - with Maria Davis (ALL-STAR)
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55:31What 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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386: How to rebuild company culture after a massive layoff - with Daniel Stokes (ALL-STAR)
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46:54Raise 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
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44:18What 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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308: Stirring the Pot for Good: How One Social Enterprise is Uplifting Refugees
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47:15This 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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385: How to stop procrastinating + get it done - with Sam Bennett (ALL-STAR)
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45:50Question: 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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307: From Food Apartheid to Food Empowerment: A Story of Change
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48:04In 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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B156: How to calm your nerves (guided visualization)
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12:59Time 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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306: Bridging the Gap: Foster Care, Food Security, and Social Impact
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47:38Food 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)
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57:47The 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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383: How to shine bright - with Sarah Hagstrom (ALL-STAR)
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53:14Part 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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305: Secret Food Stories: Chef Asantewaa's Vision for Sustainable Dining
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41:49This 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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382: How to leverage your network to drive career mobility - with Susan Collins (ALL-STAR)
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38:25Real 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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304: Building a Food Business That Brings People Together—One Cheese Board at a Time
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47:06This 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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303: Food Safety & Allergen Awareness in Restaurants with Denise Baron Herrera
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46:26Women’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)
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15:23Time 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
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46:42To 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)
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49:44Are 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
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52:17This 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)
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36:19Do 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
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54:06This 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)
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40:51What 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?
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36:51Taylor 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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