Best Foodtravel Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 69 - Daniel Contreras - Making It My Own 23:10

2M ago23:10

23:10

Dos Sucres Restaurant in Cuenca, EcuadorBy Daniel Contreras, Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 68. Fred Lizee - Tout Est Possible 40:46

5M ago40:46

40:46

See Fred's project on Instagram. Meet Fred on LinkedIn. Visit Fred's website (French only). Fred's project on LinkedIn (in English).By Frederic Lizee, Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 67. Rico Mandel - Don't Be Afraid 45:31

8M ago45:31

45:31

Find Rico on Instagram. Meet Rico on LinkedIn. Visit Rico's website.By Rico Mandel, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 66. Darren MacLean - Collaborate Learn Inspire 40:27

12M ago40:27

40:27

Find Chef Darren on his website. Or on Instagram here.By Darren MacLean, Erik Wolf

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Ep 65. Jonathan DeLise - Keep At It 36:11

1y ago36:11

36:11

Find Jonathan on LinkedIn. Visit Jonathan's professional journalist page on Muckrack. Explore Jonathan's YouTube channel.By Jonathan DeLise, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 64. Jose Luis Santos - Work Builds Character 37:00

1+ y ago37:00

37:00

Find Jose Luis on LinkedIn here. Learn about Ecostars here. Learn about Ecofoodies here. Follow Ecostars on Instagram here. Also mentioned in the show: ISLAMIC ARTS BIENNALE 2023By Jose Luis Santos, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 63. Tammara Soma - To Each Their Own 45:57

1+ y ago45:57

45:57

Find Tammara on her university web page here. Or on LinkedIn here.By Tammara Soma, Erik Wolf

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Ep 62. Selassie Atadika - Change: One Bite at a Time 34:17

1+ y ago34:17

34:17

Find Selassie on her website here. Anyone based in the USA or Canada who wishes to order a sampler of Selassie's chocolates, use code "WORLDFOODTRAVEL10" for a 10% discount. Or on LinkedIn here.By Selassie Atadika, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 61. Jacquie Chandler - Remember Recover & Restore 47:17

1+ y ago47:17

47:17

Find Jacquie on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here.By Jacquie Chandler, Erik Wolf

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Ep 60. Matricia Bauer - Body Mind Spirit 40:27

1+ y ago40:27

40:27

Find Matricia on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here.By Matricia Bauer, Erik Wolf

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Ep 59. Theo Cromhout - Find Your Purpose 40:12

1+ y ago40:12

40:12

Find Theo on his website here. Or on LinkedIn here.By WFTA, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf, Theo Cromhout

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Ep 58. Nancy Matsumoto - Trust Your Intuition 37:16

2y ago37:16

37:16

Find Nancy on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here or on Instagram here. Photo Credit: Jennifer RowsomBy WFTA, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf, Nancy Matsumoto

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Ep 57. Jose Gonzalez - An Edible Country 37:46

2y ago37:46

37:46

Find Jose on his website here. Or on Instagram here.By WFTA, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf, Jose Gonzalez

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Ep 56. Anita Mendiratta - The Humility of Travel 39:18

2y ago39:18

39:18

Find Anita on her website here. Or on LinkedIn here.By Anita Mendiratta, WFTA, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 55. Yasmine Fofana - So Much to Discover 48:29

2y ago48:29

48:29

Find Yasmine on LinkedIn. Visit Yasmine's website.By Yasmine Fofana, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 54. Ana Ros - After the Rain the Sun Always Comes 38:49

2y ago38:49

38:49

Ana is not on LinkedIn, but you can find her on her website here.By Ana Roš, Ana Ros, Erik Wolf

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Ep 53. Hussein Dehghan - The Guest is King 43:20

2y ago43:20

43:20

Meet Hussein on LinkedIn or on his websites here and here.By Hussein Dehghan, Erik Wolf

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Ep 52. Brighde Reed - Books Are My Passport 39:30

2+ y ago39:30

39:30

Meet Brighde on LinkedIn or visit her website.By Brighde Reed, Erik Wolf

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Ep 51. - Soumaya Hamdi - Building Bridges with Food 44:29

2+ y ago44:29

44:29

Meet Soumaya on LinkedIn or visit her website.By Erik Wolf, Soumaya Hamdi, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 50. David Mora - Memento Mori 37:29

2+ y ago37:29

37:29

Meet David on LinkedIn or visit his website.By David Mora, Erik Wolf

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Ep 49. Rosa Jackson - You Can't Imagine 32:08

2+ y ago32:08

32:08

Meet Rosa on LinkedIn or visit her website.By Rosa Jackson, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 48. Tracy Stuckrath - Every Meal Matters 32:31

2+ y ago32:31

32:31

Find Tracy on LinkedIn or on her website here.By Tracy Stuckrath, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf

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Ep 47. Nuria Ribera - Make Respect a Habit 28:17

3y ago28:17

28:17

Find Nuria on LinkedIn or on her website here.By Nuria Ribera, Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 46. Tiffany Kelly - Make Change Happen 34:57

3y ago34:57

34:57

Find Tiffany on LinkedIn or on her website here.By World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf, Tiffany Kelly

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Ep 45. Aashi Vel - Share an Idea 33:23

3y ago33:23

33:23

Find Aashi on LinkedIn or on her website here.By Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association, Aashi Vel

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Ep 44. Roberta Muir - Kill Your Darlings 34:56

3y ago34:56

34:56

Find Roberta on LinkedIn or on her website here.By Erik Wolf, Aashi Vel, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 43. Royce Chwin - Ask Better Questions 35:10

3+ y ago35:10

35:10

Find Royce on LinkedIn.By Aashi Vel, Erik Wolf, Royce Chwin, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 42. Elise Botiveau - To Live is to Try 29:04

3+ y ago29:04

29:04

Find Elise on LinkedIn.By Aashi Vel, World Food Travel Association, Erik Wolf, Elise Botiveau

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Ep 41. Hans Entner - The Power of the Smile 30:56

3+ y ago30:56

30:56

In this episode you will learn: How hotel guests have a different customer experience when the hotel owner lives in the hotel Why hotel guests are treated like family The power of the smile Mentioned in this episode: His WebsiteBy World Food Travel Association, Aashi Vel, Erik Wolf, Hans Entner

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Ep 40. Yorm Ackuaku - One Foot In Front of the Other 41:39

3+ y ago41:39

41:39

In this episode you will learn: Why you should not be afraid of the FSD. How to collaborate in order to delegate. The best way to get ahead with any project. Mentioned in this episode: Find Yorm on LinkedIn Yorm's WebsiteBy Yorm Ackuaku, Aashi Vel, Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 39. Kathiana Lejeune - Peace Begins With a Smile 34:59

3+ y ago34:59

34:59

In this episode you will learn: What is the hardest part of writing a book Why food is a "soft power" in international relations When you reach a hurdle, why you have to jump Why peace begins with a smile Why we should embrace our differences earlier in life Mentioned in this episode: Find Kathiana on LinkedIn Kathiana's Website…

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Ep 38. Rika Nakazawa - Let the Shape Emerge 38:03

4y ago38:03

38:03

In this episode, you will learn: Why there's nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come. Why you should chip away at a stone to let the shape emerge rather than try to chip away to make a shape. How in today's climate you can't fear technology - use it to help drive change. Discussed in this episode: Find Rika on LinkedIn Rika's Company…

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Ep 37. Martina Jamnig - The Sum of Small Things 35:16

4y ago35:16

35:16

In this episode, you will learn: Why team sports teach useful life lessons. What to do when some of an area's best food & beverage products are not exported. How a "transition dish" can make some traditional foods more approachable for visitors. What you will discover if you follow the road less traveled. How to make your dreams a reality. Discusse…

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Ep 36. Marg Leehane - Work Smarter Not Harder 37:55

4y ago37:55

37:55

In this episode, you will learn: Why travel is the best education How conversation is now a lost art Why we need to reconnect with nature Why you should work smarter, not harder Discussed in this episode: Great Bear Lodge / Great Bear Tours Find Marg on LinkedInBy Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association, Marg Leehane

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Ep 35. Camille Hoheb - Don't Fear Change 35:16

4y ago35:16

35:16

In this episode, you will learn: Why you should not fear change How dramatic negative life events can have life-changing positive effects How spas are just a very small part of "wellness tourism" Why consumers need to be aware of 'wellness washing' Why food is a cornerstone of wellness Why you should strive to leave a legacy Discussed in this episo…

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Ep 34. Ewan Henderson - Ride on the Shoulders of Giants 39:53

4y ago39:53

39:53

In this episode, you'll learn: Why you need to move with the times How the actual process of researching affects knowledge retention Why you need to think differently to solve old problems Why people with different perspectives can add value to a discussion and give a better final result Why the pandemic has been an opportunity for many companies D…

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Ep 33. Philip Ruskin - It's My Pleasure 36:28

4y ago36:28

36:28

In this episode you'll learn: Why saying "My pleasure" is such a special way to say "you're welcome" Why communication should never be one-way Why it's important to curate your work and personal life activities And more! Discussed in this episode: Ruskin International Philip on LinkedInBy Erik Wolf, Philip Ruskin, World Food Travel Association, Aashi Vel

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Ep 32. Isi Laureano - Remember to Love Yourself Along the Way 37:38

4y ago37:38

37:38

In this episode you'll learn: Why you need to build your network of contacts because on experience leads to another, and doing one job could open doors to doing your dream job later Why we can all be food travelers in our own countries Why her greatest foodservice concerns are relentless competition, the logistics of sourcing quality ingredients fr…

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Ep 31. Heidi Yu Spurrell - Keep Learning Every Day 42:11

4+ y ago42:11

42:11

In this episode you'll learn: Why you should never reveal too much too soon in business Don't be afraid to pivot in a new career direction when the time is right for you Why you should ask what others want from you before you start a new project Why we eat less than 0.5% of Earth's plant species How food and sustainability are inextricably linked D…

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Ep 30. Richard Bagnold - Don't Be a Keyboard Warrior 33:41

4+ y ago33:41

33:41

By Richard Bagnold, Aashi Vel, Erik Wolf, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 29. Devin O'Sullivan - The Story Matters Most 35:13

4+ y ago35:13

35:13

By Erik Wolf, Aashi Vel, Devin O'Sullivan, World Food Travel Association

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Ep 28. Zina Sorensen & Vasil Zlatev - The Poison is in the Dose 46:22

4+ y ago46:22

46:22

In this episode you'll learn: Why a destination needs to diversify its product portfolio to be competitive How the poison is in the dose - nothing in extremes gives great results How new technologies threaten culinary tourism experiences & what can be done to prepare for a sustainable future for our industry Why the personal touch needs to be prese…

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Ep 27. Lauren Aloise – We're the Sum of Our Parts 35:59

4+ y ago35:59

35:59

In this episode you'll learn: How preserving sense of place is essential to fostering a successful visitor experience, and ultimately, to furthering the advancement of food & beverage tourism Why you need to ask for help early on in life so that you can go further faster How a company is the sum of its parts – everyone plays a vital role Why local …

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Ep 26. James Blick - Build Your Team to Build Your Business 44:52

4+ y ago44:52

44:52

In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between authentic food and good food, and why you don’t necessarily need to have both or offer both at the same time. Ways to minimize “overfoodtourism” How the act of sharing food or drink together is an accelerator for friendships How speaking directly can be so powerful Why it is in your best interes…

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Ep 25. Anthony Creswell - Always Ask Why 31:26

5y ago31:26

31:26

In this episode you'll learn: Why quality trumps quantity Why consumers will always pay more for quality If you can’t sell something, double the price and watch it sell out How bureaucracy & rules can stymie small business growth How an impressive visitor experience drives sales Why you always need to ask why Discussed in this episode: Ummera Irish…

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Ep 24. Rob Holmes - The Power of Story 27:57

5y ago27:57

27:57

In this episode you'll learn: How travel can be transformational for younger people starting their careers The power of video to tell a story The danger of food becoming commoditized How authenticity is about “real people” How to find the “magic” of great storytelling Why it’s important to be persistent Rob's links: GLP Films Rob on LinkedIn…

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Ep 23. Raj Gyawali - Living on the Edge 37:50

5y ago37:50

37:50

In this episode you'll learn: What "linked prosperity" is and how you can work it into your business Why if you’re not living on the edge, you’re taking up too much space! How keeping a simple focus can help you achieve your goals Why plans seldom survive reality and what you can do about it Raj's links: Social Tours Ethical Travel Portal…

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Ep 22. Eric Aebi - Sharing Abundance With Others 38:16

5y ago38:16

38:16

In this episode you'll learn: Why too many visitors can ruin a destination’s authenticity & what to do about it Why we need to promote the value of hospitality careers, to industry, youth and the media How globalization has adversely affected the food-loving visitor experience Why food memories last so long What zero-sum thinking is and why it’s a …

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Ep 21. John Mulcahy - Don't Ask for Permission Ask for Forgiveness 42:06

5y ago42:06

42:06

In this episode, you will learn: How to be part of the solution not part of the problem Why you should take the road less traveled and don't be afraid where it leads. You'll surprise yourself. Not to be scared to make mistakes; it's the only way to learn To follow your heart and the money will follow after. That it's OK to chase the money for a sho…

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Ep 20. Wojtek Osinski - There's No Hiding Behind the Internet 39:39

5y ago39:39

39:39

In this episode you'll learn: Why food culture makes us unique How greed is a “four letter word” and is destroying food cultures. Why you have to deliver a consistently excellent experience; there is no hiding behind the internet. Why people crave authenticity and human connection – that’s why companies exist to match travelers to hosts to share me…

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