Best Salience Podcasts (2024)

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EP. 151 MATT OVINGTON, ASK THE RIGHT QUESTIONS WITH SALIENCE RESEARCH 1:12:45

26d ago1:12:45

1:12:45

In this episode, Mark McC invites Matt Ovington, Director of Research at Salience Plus, to talk about the power of research in hospitality marketing. They explore cost-effective techniques, understanding customer behaviour, and leveraging System 1 and System 2 thinking to boost business performance. The discussion also covers qualitative and quanti…

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“How Dare She Be Phenomenal!” Women’s Sports and Gender Panic with Dr. Naima Reddick 51:26

2h ago51:26

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Jessica welcomes Dr. Naima Reddick who played rugby for the women’s national team. She was part of the community that started https://www.rugbyforall.com. The two talk Olympics, women’s sports, gender equity and the gender panic that seemed more prominent at these Olympics than in previous years. Naima shares what should really matter in women’s sp…

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EP. 154: AKTAR ISLAM, MICHELIN MASTERY WITH CHEF AND OWNER OF OPHEEM 1:33:13

5d ago1:33:13

1:33:13

In this episode, Mark McC interviews two-Michelin-starred chef Akhtar Islam from Opheem. They discuss Akhtar's career, dedication to continuous improvement, and the evolving landscape of Indian cuisine and social media in the culinary world. Insights are shared on the challenges faced by the hospitality industry, the importance of authenticity, and…

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Making it Awkward Turns 1; A look back at the first season 25:54

1h ago25:54

25:54

Making it Awkward is turning 1 and Jessica celebrates by looking back at the first season's highs, lows, most awkward moments. She returns to a very puzzling conversation with Amy and then reminds listeners of her dad’s message for all of you. You can send pitches and awkward moments to makingitawkwardpod@gmail.com You can become a podcast patron! …

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Embracing Downtime (Anke Herrmann) 37:09

9d ago37:09

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Dr. Irena is joined by Anke Herrmann to discuss the importance of downtime for reducing stress and improving productivity. Clients often feel guilty taking time off, but breaks lead to better sleep, health, and work output. Likewise, downtime is crucial for the insights that propel success. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Iren…

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EP. 153: SHEREEN RITCHIE, BAKING INNOVATION WITH CEO OF BUNS FROM HOME 1:09:32

12d ago1:09:32

1:09:32

In this episode, Mark McC welcomes Shereen Ritchie, CEO of Buns From Home. Reflecting on her dynamic career across notable venues like Leon, TGI Fridays, and the London Underground, Shereen shares her journey on mentorship, gender equality, and innovation within the hospitality industry. Highlights include her memorable viral moment at the Women's …

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Re-Release: Jessica's Ultra Processed Food Diet Results with Amy Fletcher 35:24

5d ago35:24

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EP. 152 ROBIN ROWLAND OBE, SUSHI AND STRATEGY WITH TRISPAN 1:29:27

19d ago1:29:27

1:29:27

In this episode, Mark McC sits down at Brewdog Waterloo with Robin Rowland OBE, partner at TriSpan. They discuss Robin's significant impact on Yo Sushi as CEO, where he grew the brand through innovative strategies, Robin's investment insights at TriSpan, the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, and successful investments in hospitali…

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Hedonism, Palatability, and the Science-ification of “Junk Food;” Same advice, different packaging. 19:27

22d ago19:27

19:27

Jessica wraps up the conversation about food addiction and ultraprocessed foods that began with her interview with Dr. David Wiss. She thinks that Dr. Wiss’s message is one that the nutrition field has shared for years. You can read Dr. Wiss’s ⁠4500+ word blog entry⁠ about cancel culture in the eating disorder field. You can find the first episode …

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Reframing Imposter Syndrome (Melanie Benson) 37:19

14d ago37:19

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Dr. Irena and Melanie Benson discuss imposter syndrome — feeling like a fraud despite being competent and achieving success. It’s driven by past experiences that lower self-worth and encourage perfectionism. And although the predictive brain fuels imposter syndrome, it can also help overcome it. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr.…

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Eating Disorders, Dopamine, Salience, & The Status Quo with Molly Robbins 55:12

22d ago55:12

55:12

Molly Robbins joins the show for a follow-up interview to Jessica's conversation with Dr. David Wiss, about his article, Dismantling the Myth of “All Foods Fit” in Eating Disorder Treatment.” Molly Robbins is a researcher and clinician with lived experience having gone through treatment for atypical anorexia while in a larger body. Molly has questi…

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Ep. 150 PATRICK MCGUIGAN, FROM FARM TO TABLE WITH THE AUTHOR OF THE CHEESE LIFE 1:09:42

1M ago1:09:42

1:09:42

In this episode, Mark McSee chats with Patrick McGuigan, a renowned cheese journalist, teacher, and judge. They delve into Patrick's journey from food writer to cheese expert, his role in judging world-class cheeses, and the nuances of different cheese types globally. Patrick also shares insights on cheese's growing popularity in restaurants and th…

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Sex is the Sixth Vital Sign; HIV, PrEP, and Disclosure with Pablo Sarmiento, NP 41:53

26d ago41:53

41:53

On today’s episode Jessica is joined by Pablo Sarmiento, NP, a family nurse practitioner working in the Department of Medicine subspecialty of Infectious Diseases. Pablo is a PrEP provider and the two discuss PrEP research, HIV incidence, disparities, updated language, and HIV disclosure. Resources: https://www.hiv.gov/ https://www.thebody.com/ htt…

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Is Willpower Like a Muscle? (Dov Gordon) 27:28

26d ago27:28

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In this insightful episode, Dov Gordon stresses the value of creating simple processes and sticking to them, while Dr. Irena highlights that willpower can be built by regularly pushing yourself slightly beyond your comfort zones. Consistent, incremental improvement is crucial for long-term success. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host …

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Ep. 149 NICK POPOVICI, REVOLUTIONISING THE INDUSTRY WITH VITA MOJO 1:30:41

1M ago1:30:41

1:30:41

In this special episode, Mark McC sits down with Nick Popovici, CEO and co-founder of Vita Mojo to explore the journey and innovations behind Vita Mojo's restaurant management platform. They talk about Nick's transition from finance to restaurant management, the creation of Vita Mojo inspired by personal dietary changes, and their evolution from a …

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Eating Disorders, Food Addiction, Hyperpalatability, and Mental Health with Dr. David Wiss 51:46

1M ago51:46

51:46

Dr. David Wiss joins the show to talk about his recent comment in the Journal of Eating Disorders, “Dismantling the myth of “all foods fit” in eating disorder treatment.” The two talk about eating disorders, ultra-processed foods, food addiction, and hyperpalatable foods. Dr. Wiss discusses his idea of a harm reduction meal plan, and shares how he …

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EP. 148 DARREL CONNELL AND LIZZIE RYAN: SOUND INVESTMENT WITH IMBIBA 1:27:24

2M ago1:27:24

1:27:24

In this episode, Mark McC sits down with Daryl Connell and Lizzie Ryan from Imbiba to explore their private equity firm's unique approach to investing in the hospitality sector. They talk about support strategies for brands, key trends in health and wellness, casual dining, and technology. The discussion also highlights recent investments, such as …

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Where Were You When Gaza Was Starving? With Dietitians Maya Torres, Laila Shanaa and Malak Saddy 50:17

1M ago50:17

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Jessica is joined by Palestinian-American dietitian, Laila Shanaa, and Lebanese-American dietitians, Maya Torres and Malak Saddy to discuss the eating disorder field's (lack of) response to forced starvation in Gaza. They also discuss concerns about refeeding syndrome, the iaedp certification, their evolving views on the racial reckoning and though…

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Is Visualization Just Fantasy? (Jason Moss) 31:52

1M ago31:52

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Dr. Irena is joined by Jason Moss to discuss the widely touted technique of visualization. The two explore the line between what people think visualization is and what actually happens in the mind, while clarifying the roles of fantasy versus expectation and process versus outcome. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien…

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EP. 147 KRIS HALL: INVESTING IN MENTAL HEALTH WITH BURNT CHEF PROJECT 1:01:50

2M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

In this episode, Mark McC catches up with Kris Hall, founder of The Burnt Chef Project, to discuss mental health within the hospitality industry. They explore Kris's personal journey, the start of the project through a photography campaign, and its growth into a global initiative offering support and training. The conversation looks at mental healt…

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Love on the Spectrum! with Jessica and Her Spouse 28:11

2M ago28:11

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Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Jessica's spouse, Elisha, joins the show for a relationship quiz. Afterward Elisha shares how she started thinking about her autism and shares a device that she's found helpful in monitoring her overwhelm. Mentioned in the episode: Whoop Jessica's dad trying Liquid IV Email the show: makingitawkwardpod@gmail.com Follow Jessica on …

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EP. 146 DAVID MCDOWALL: FROM BREWDOG TO STONEGATE CEO 1:03:41

2M ago1:03:41

1:03:41

In this episode, Mark McC visits Soho to meet with David McDowell, former COO and President of Brewdog and current CEO of Stonegate, the UK's largest pub group. The conversation covers David's journey since joining Stonegate, the challenges he's faced, and the strategic changes he's implemented. They also discuss the importance of pub culture, shif…

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Queerness, Christianity, & 50% Off Ozempic for Pride!? with Kent Thomas, MSW 46:51

2M ago46:51

46:51

50% off Ozempic for Pride!!! What?! Kent Thosmas, MSW joins Jessica to talk about this ad and her visit to the clinic offering the deal, and what this means for gay men. Kent shares how his Christianity played into his eating disorder and the two talk about queer men, and how religion, queerness, and health are connected. They also talk about the n…

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Embracing Fear in Public Speaking (Jon Schumacher) 35:32

2M ago35:32

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This episode digs into the fear of public speaking with guest Jon Schumacher. Drawing from his marketing background, he emphasizes authenticity and intentional practice, reveals tactics to master anxiety and truly connect with audiences, and reveals how imperfections can elevate performance. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Ire…

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EP. 145 ROGER DALTREY & JAMIE DALTREY: BREWING SUCCESS WITH LAKEDOWN BREWING CO 56:23

2M ago56:23

56:23

In this episode, we sit down with rock legend Roger Daltrey and his son Jamie Daltrey, the founders of Lakedown Brewing Co. Roger and Jamie discuss their journey of building the brewery on their estate, which also includes trout farming and carp farming. We talk about the highs, the lows, and the importance they place on sustainability and communit…

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Salsa is a Vegetable!; Reclaiming Our Cultural Foods with Dalina Soto, RD 39:38

2M ago39:38

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Dietitian Dalina Soto of @your.latina.nutritionist joins Jessica to talk about getting spicy on TikTok when a dietitian decided to tell us that salsa isn’t a vegetable. The two talk about how so much of her work is correcting misinformation about cultural foods, and helping people to reclaim them. They chat about curves and a time she was told she …

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Tuzz! The Dietetics Field's Response to Forced Starvation is Trash; with Malak Saddy, RD 36:05

2M ago36:05

36:05

Malak Saddy, RD, a Lebanese, Muslim dietitian joins Jessica for a conversation about forced starvation, and how their profession has responded. Malak shares how the personal and the professional cannot be separate and how she is bringing her experiences to her work and advocacy. You can find Malak You can find her on Instagram @malaksaddy or via em…

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The Power of Reflective Journals (Kay Adams & Deborah Ross) 37:02

2M ago37:02

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Kay Adams and Deborah Ross reveal the magic of journaling, merging neuroscience and therapeutic writing. Through their profound insights, discover how reflective practices can foster self-awareness, harness neuroplasticity, and become powerful tools for manifesting a desired life. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien …

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NPR Told Us To Eat Like Peasants; Its Living Better Series was Good for Clicks and Giggles 32:52

3M ago32:52

32:52

NPR launched its NPR’s Living Better series a year ago. It spent a year investigating health disparities with a goal of bringing us solutions and hope. The lead story was from journalist Allison Aubrey, the number 1 nutrition journalist in the country. Jessica shares what she learned from this series, and what that means for the public. Dr. Kevin H…

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S8 Ep. 144 FROM FINE DINING TO ARTISAN COFFEE AND EXCELLENT PUB FOOD WITH CHEF ASHLEY PALMER WATTS, CO-FOUNDER OF THE DEVONSHIRE AND ARTISAN COFFEE CO 1:17:11

3M ago1:17:11

1:17:11

Explore the fascinating world of culinary arts and entrepreneurship with one of the UK’s finest chefs, Ashley Palmer Watts. Ashley shares his extensive experience in the restaurant scene, notably his time with Heston Blumenthal at The Fat Duck. He offers an insider's view into the intricate process of creating innovative dishes and the importance o…

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Tight Sphincters; on Being “Divisive” in the Eating Disorder Field with Dr. Deb Burgard 53:52

3M ago53:52

53:52

Jessica is joined by Dr. Deb Burgard, a psychologist and one of the co-founders of the Health at Every Size approach. The two of them talk about Jessica's recent keynote presentation in which she discussed an ad for an eating disorder treatment center. She was not expecting the backlash she received. Deb and Jessica are often labeled as people who …

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Fostering Team Flow (Sharon Richmond) 33:21

3M ago33:21

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Executive coach Sharon Richmond joins Dr. Irena O’Brien to explore the fascinating concept of team flow—a state of peak performance from all members of a team, characterized by effortless work and the activation of alpha waves in the brain. Discover how micromanaging can obstruct team flow and damage workplace dynamics, while fostering a shared goa…

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S8 Ep. 143 HOSPITALITY'S NEW HORIZONS: TECH, SUSTAINABILITY, BRAND EVOLUTION AND GLOBAL INSIGHTS FOR LOCAL SUCCESS WITH DAVID CAMPBELL, GLOBAL CHAIR OF OLE AND STEEN 1:10:52

3M ago1:10:52

1:10:52

David Campbell is a luminary in the hospitality industry with experience leading iconic brands like Pizza Express and The Ivy to his current ventures in the bakery scene with Ole & Steen. David shares insightful stories from navigating corporate challenges, mastering branding, and spearheading innovative marketing strategies. Together with Mark McC…

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Final Thoughts & Who is Anti-Diet for?; With Jaye Rochon and Cara Harbstreet, MS RD 55:39

3M ago55:39

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Jessica is joined by Cara Harbstreet, MS RD and Jaye Rochon to wrap up the series on the anti-diet dietitian article by the WaPo and Examination. Both Cara and Jaye were featured in the article and this episode they share their experiences with the anti-diet community and their thoughts on the article. Jessica wraps up the episode with her thoughts…

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S8 Ep. 142 PINTS, PUB CULTURE, AND PERFECTION: A CONVERSATION WITH OISIN ROGERS, CO-FOUNDER OF THE DEVONSHIRE PUB 41:21

3M ago41:21

41:21

What makes a pub stand out from the rest and what is the secret behind a good pint of Guinness? Devonshire co-founder and Guinness aficionado Oisín Rogers answers these questions and more in this week’s episode. Mark McC delves into Oisín’s extensive career in hospitality, exploring his unique path from bypassing university to dominating the pub sc…

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Rage Farming and Sh*tting on Women; with Clara Nosek 45:16

3M ago45:16

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Clara Nosek was the most creative critic of the article about anti-dietitians who made cereal ads, written by The Examination and the WaPo. She joins Jessica to talk about her concerns and the two try hard to figure out why the article was written in the first place. Join Clara's Substack Clara on tiktok 1st article from The Examination and WaPo Th…

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Harnessing Neuroplasticity (Marisa Murray) 27:55

4M ago27:55

27:55

Today, we explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity with guest Marisa Murray, a leadership development expert. We’ll unpack the ways this phenomenon plays a crucial role in personal development, which will enrich your understanding of how neuroscience can revolutionize your coaching practice. You’ll learn about the brain’s ability to change …

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S8 Ep. 141 TECH-DRIVEN CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE AND THE HUMAN TOUCH WITH LIAM O’KEEFE, BRAND DIRECTOR AT BLEECKER 1:27:19

4M ago1:27:19

1:27:19

In this episode, Mark McC delves into a candid conversation with Liam O'Keefe, brand director at Bleecker Burger, offering an in-depth exploration of their shared experiences in the realm of branding and hospitality. They discuss the landmark achievements of Bleecker Burger, emphasising the significance of becoming a London Living Wage company and …

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Neurodivergence, “Picky Eating” and ARFID with Naureen Hunani, RD 48:10

4M ago48:10

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Jessica talks with Naureen Hunani, the dietitian and creator behind RDs for neurodiversity. They get into what Naureen saw was missing in the dietetic and anti-diet spaces and Jessica asks her about ARFID and the social construct of picky eating. The two also share their critiques of intuitive eating from a neurodivergent and disability lens. You c…

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S8 Ep. 140 UNVEILING THE SECRETS OF SUCCESS IN THE HOTEL INDUSTRY WITH CHRIS WAYNE-WILLS, CEO OF CRERAR HOTELS 1:18:35

4M ago1:18:35

1:18:35

CEO of Crerar Hotels, the AA Small Hotel Group of the Year 2023/24, Chris Wayne-Wills joins Mark McC on this week’s episode to discuss his career, his experience in the hospitality industry and the unique culture and approach of Crerar Hotels. Chris emphasises the importance of personalised guest experiences and attention to detail and highlights t…

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Anti-Diet Dietitians Made Cereal Ads, Then Things Got Awkward; with Sasha Chavkin 34:05

4M ago34:05

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Sasha Chavkin, of the Examination, joins Jessica to talk about an article he recently co-authored, As Obesity Rises, Big Food and Dietitians Push ‘Anti-diet’ Advice, in collaboration with the Washington Post. Shasha shares how the article came together and some additional information that he's gathered for this episode. This will be the first episo…

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From Avoidance to Action (Nina Cooke) 31:42

4M ago31:42

31:42

Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical evidence-based tools and strategies…

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S8 Ep. 139 HOW TO USE OMNI-CHANNEL CAMPAIGNS AND HOSPITALITY TECH IN YOUR HOSPITALITY DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGY WITH GEMMA BARTER, DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGER AT HONEST BURGER 1:02:49

4M ago1:02:49

1:02:49

Gemma Barter, the Senior Digital Marketing Manager at Honest Burgers discusses the importance of approaching digital marketing from a customer's perspective and emphasises the need for continuous learning and adaptation in the fast-paced digital landscape. She highlights the success of a campaign at Honest Burgers that focused on introducing a new …

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Pineapple Overthrow Butter Mochi and Hawaiian Tourism with Daphne K. Jenkins 35:38

4M ago35:38

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Jessica welcomes butter mochi queen, Daphne Jenkins, to the podcast to discuss her Hawaiian ancestral foods, how she got into baking butter mochi and the art of food. She talks about the history, beauty, friction and tension that she channels into her work. Jessica also asks about Hawaiian tourism and about how to visit Hawaii if we were going to d…

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Presenting Teacher Tom’s Podcast (Lenore Skenazy) 33:21

4M ago33:21

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Lenore Skenazy is the accidental pioneer of the “free-range kids movement” and literally wrote the book on the subject. Following that, she co-founded Let Grow, a nonprofit promoting childhood independence and resilience. “The real problem is that our culture has insisted that adults always be supervising kids.” — Lenore Skenazy After her newspaper…

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S8 Ep. 138 A BUBBLY CONVERSATION ABOUT BUBBLE TEA AND USING HOSPITALITY TECH TO ENHANCE THE CUSTOMER JOURNEY WITH PAUL CUPP, MD OF CUPP 1:11:43

4M ago1:11:43

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It’s bubble tea but for grown ups. In this episode, Mark McC has a chat with Paul Tanner, the Managing Director of CUPP, a bubble tea brand. Paul shares his journey from being a barista to becoming an MD. He discusses some learnings from his career, emphasising the importance of training and development for the team. Paul and Mark chat about the un…

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Ultra Processed Fridays and Southern Food; a dad and daughter chat 42:17

4M ago42:17

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Jessica talks ultra processed foods with her dad. The two started ultra processed Fridays in which Jessica makes her dad taste test a new food and the two discuss the idea that all UPFs are unhealthy. Today Jessica presents a “natural” beef jerky to her dad for testing. She talks to him about UPFs, what he ate growing up and it turns out that her d…

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Harnessing Self-Acceptance (Matthew Kimberley) 28:46

4M ago28:46

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Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical evidence-based tools and strategies…

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S8 Ep. 137 FROM HOSPITALITY OPERATIONS TO MARKETING TO HOSPITALITY MARKETING CONSULTANCY: ALAN ARMSTRONG’S STORY, SPACEMAN MARKETING 1:31:13

5M ago1:31:13

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From operation to marketing, employee to freelancer Alan Armstrong has a variety of experience in the hospitality sector, giving him a very holistic perspective on things. He discusses his experience working with celebrities and managing venues at a young age and what he learned from this experience. Alan talks about his freelance journey, offering…

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GLP-1s, Diabetes and How Whiteness Works 50:11

5M ago50:11

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Jessica talks to UK doctor Dr. Asher Larmie about his perspectives on Ozempic and weight loss, diabetes, whether prediabetes is a thing and how we should (and shouldn't) measure blood sugar. The two discuss the differences in the US and UK guidance for diabetes and prediabetes. Then, at Asher's invitation, Jessica asks him about his white saviorism…

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