Best Andreas Schmidt Podcasts (2024)

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88: On Being a First-Time Cookbook Author with Michelle Braxton 40:44

18m ago40:44

40:44

Kristin and Kate discuss author Michelle Braxton's turbulent publishing journey for her new book, Supper with Love. She shares the story behind the "organic" growth of her food career, how she balances social media creation, blogging and book writing with a separate full time career and how the book idea came about. She talks about committing firml…

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87: Publishing Confidential with Kathleen Schmidt 47:06

2d ago47:06

47:06

Kate and Kristin speak with Kathleen Schmidt, an industry veteran with years of experience in editing, publishing, marketing and public relations and now author of the newsletter Publishing Confidential. Kathleen shares her extensive career path, what her focus is as a freelancer and the origins of her newsletter along with what keeps her writing. …

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86: Culinary Activism and Cookbooks with Lelani Lewis 38:00

9d ago38:00

38:00

Kate and Molly speak with Lelani Lewis, a London born food stylist and culinary activist of Grenadian and Irish heritage now based in Amsterdam. Lelani shares how homesickness spurred her into a culinary career through pop-ups, where the idea for her debut cookbook came from as well as why she chose this title. She speaks about her desire to share …

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Creating Positive Organizational Vibes with Kris Hackbarth-Horn 50:54

9d ago50:54

50:54

With a keen sensitivity to the energy that surrounds her, Kris Hackbarth-Horn is an advocate for creating spaces that resonate positively with those who enter them. In this episode, Kris and host Kristi Skutvik dive deep into the strategies that forge a trusted, vibrant, and engaging workplace culture. As Chief People Officer at Fox Communities Cre…

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85: A Juneteenth Cookbook for Kids with Alliah Agostini and Taffy Elrod 38:26

17d ago38:26

38:26

Molly and Kristin dive into the territory of kid-lit in this talk with Alliah Agostini and Taffy Elrod, authors of The Juneteenth Cookbook. Alliah and Taffy discuss how they both got involved with the project, how they worked together and the goal they had of bringing the celebration of Juneteenth to life with food, history and family activities. T…

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84: Do We Need Cookbook Reviews? 38:33

24d ago38:33

38:33

Molly, Kristin, Andrea and Kate tackle the topic of cookbook criticism, spurred on by recent online conversations. They discuss what it could look like, its importance and what the lack of rigorous criticism means for cookbook publishing. They talk about the unique obstacles to reviewing cookbooks, the elements reviews should highlight and why we n…

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Conscious Business and Mindful Leadership with Scott Shute 41:29

26d ago41:29

41:29

In this episode, former LinkedIn executive and advocate of workplace mindfulness Scott Shute joins Vibecast host Kristi Skutvik to delve into the transformative power of conscious leadership. Scott's trajectory from corporate leader to mindfulness champion showcases his unique approach to melding personal well-being with professional culture. He un…

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83: A Niche Cookbook That Sold 350K+ Copies with Shelly Worcel 43:11

1M ago43:11

43:11

Kristin and Molly speak with author and blogger Shelly Worcel about breaking into speciality markets and writing niche, single subject cookbooks. Shelly speaks about growing her skills while blogging, how she was tapped to write her highly successful second book, and how her open mindset allowed a natural escalation of her brand and career. She sha…

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82: Craft Books for Cookbook Writers 42:55

1M ago42:55

42:55

Kate talks with Kristin, Molly and Andrea about the challenges faced when beginning a writing career and the resources they use to help improve their writing skills. They discuss which interest came first, the writing or the food, how reading with a critical eye can help one move beyond the basics and why it is vital to always keep the reader at th…

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Disrupting Autopilot and Embracing Intentionality with Rosie Ward 41:10

1M ago41:10

41:10

In a transformative journey from autopilot to intentionality, Dr. Rosie Ward, CEO and co-founder of Salvo Partners, sits down with Vibecast's host, Kristi Skutvik, to unravel the power of conscious living in both personal well-being and workplace culture. Rosie takes listeners through her personal 75 vibes challenge, an insightful initiative that r…

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BONUS Re-release: 01: Should You Write a Cookbook? 39:14

2M ago39:14

39:14

To mark our 2 year anniversary, we're re-releasing our very first episode! Kate leads today's discussion on the most important question to ask before you sit down to write your cookbook: Should you write a cookbook? Molly, Andrea and Kristin share their individual journeys as authors and provide some insights into what goes on behind the decision t…

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Leading by Example: Taking Ownership and Initiative with Jethro Lloyd 44:53

2M ago44:53

44:53

In this episode of Vibecast, CEO and president of iLab, Jethro Lloyd brings over two decades of leadership prowess to the table, revealing the profound impact of autonomy and trust within organizational structures. Jethro and host Kristi Skutvik delve into the nuances of engagement, challenging conventional metrics, and the art of fostering authent…

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Creating a Culture of Meaningful Work with Steve Perkins 42:58

2M ago42:58

42:58

Steve Perkins champions the significance of intentional workplace norms to cultivate purposeful, productive work environments. As the leader of a cultural revolution at Capital One and the driving force behind his own venture, Greenhouse Coaching, Steve reveals his strategic approaches, including the fundamental trio of weekly sprint planning, cale…

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81: “Do we really test all the recipes?” Season 4 Wrap-Up 32:35

3M ago32:35

32:35

Andrea, Molly, Kristin and Kate sit down to wrap up another incredible season of the show: taking listener questions, highlighting our top takeaways and hinting at the upcoming Season 5. They discuss how they individually approach recipe testing, what they learned about community this season and take time to celebrate the recent World Central Kitch…

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The Leader’s Impact: Toxicity Turnaround and Positive Work Cultures with Laine Schmidt 35:39

3M ago35:39

35:39

In this episode, Laine Schmidt tackles the gritty realities of a toxic leader and the profound impact negativity has on team morale and communication. But as she shares with Kristi, it's not just about the pitfalls; Laine shares the simplicity behind powerful leadership gestures and the philosophy of top-down, value-based culture building. So, whet…

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80: From Co-Author to Bestselling Solo Author with Adeena Sussman 54:02

3M ago54:02

54:02

Kristin and Kate speak with cookbook author Adeena Sussman about her career, her new book and what its like working with Chrissy Teigen. A self described "late bloomer" Adeena shares her experience collaborating on over a dozen books, how she got her start and what she learned on the job as she hustled her way into food media. She talks about how s…

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79: Collaborating with Family on a Cookbook with the Wang Sisters 40:48

3M ago40:48

40:48

Molly and Kristin speak with the Wang sisters, Stéphanie, Patricia Ho-Yi and Caroline, about their new cookbook, Asian Vegetables and its recently released English edition. They discuss how the idea for the book came about and how they decided to tackle it as a team using their various skill sets as a gardener, dietician and musician. They share th…

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Building Great Workplace Cultures and Morale with Jamie Jacobs 31:21

3M ago31:21

31:21

Jamie Jacobs has a keen sense of environmental energy, particularly in the workplace. She has built impactful, high-performing teams and thriving cultures in Fortune 50 companies and fast-growing startups. She has also co-authored an award-winning book on designing exceptional organizational cultures. In this episode, she shares her wealth of exper…

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78: Co-Authoring a Cookbook Series with Darra Goldstein 47:20

3M ago47:20

47:20

Molly and Kate discuss serialized cookbooks with author and professor, Darra Goldstein. Darra explains how the idea for the series came about, how the writing team was assembled and the inspirations behind the project. She shares the obstacles that arose as they released two books at once, as well as the relentless schedule this involved. Finally, …

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77: Politics, Food and Cooking with Clarissa Wei 50:36

4M ago50:36

50:36

Andrea and Molly talk with Taipei-based journalist and author, Clarissa Wei about her debut cookbook, Made in Taiwan and the inclusion of politics in food writing. Clarissa speaks about her career's origins and how her frustration with the outdated coverage of Taiwanese food in media compelled her to write this book. She shares how her journalistic…

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The Art of Alignment: Values, Vibes, and Vision with Andrea Butcher 37:35

4M ago37:35

37:35

Andrea Butcher is a visionary leader who breaks down transparency into three elements: honesty, vulnerability, and helpfulness. She joins Kristi to discuss the importance of integrating the personal with the professional for authentic connections and explore how courage in sharing personal leadership challenges can lead to lasting impacts. They'll …

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76: Totally Achievable Zero Waste Cooking with Irene and Mei Li 47:48

4M ago47:48

47:48

Kate and Kristin speak with sisters Margaret and Irene Li about their new book, Perfectly Good Food, and the concepts of shopping your kitchen and foraging your fridge. They discuss the idea behind the book, how they approached its unique structure and landed on its fun, friendly tone and created its flexible recipes. They share how they divided th…

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75: Food Trends: Do They Matter When You Write a Cookbook? 37:35

4M ago37:35

37:35

In our last episode of 2023, Kate, Kristin and Molly discuss food trends and how they apply to the cookbook world. Whether it's butter boards, nacho tables, "girl dinner" or baked potato bars these stunt foods can loom large yet die quickly in the public consciousness. They discuss ideas on identifying trends, how to capitalize on them and the impo…

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74: Crafting a Drinks Book with Danny Childs 43:35

4M ago43:35

43:35

Kristin and Molly speak with Danny Childs about his new beverage book, Slow Drinks; its origination, proposal stages and how the pandemic affected its creation. Danny shares his background in ethnobotany, how he altered his writing voice from academic to narrative and the process of making these recipes adaptable to non-local foraging readers. He t…

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Redefining the Workplace with Megan Galloway 32:28

4M ago32:28

32:28

Kristi Skutvik explores the transformative power of intentional living, purposeful goals, and authentic leadership in the workplace with Megan Galloway, Founder of Everleader, an organization offering award-winning experiential leadership development programs for international organizations seeking to define their leadership brand and build a healt…

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73: Writing For the Culture with Klancy Miller 52:06

5M ago52:06

52:06

Kate and Kristin speak with Klancy Miller about her magazine and upcoming book: For the Culture: Phenomenal Black Women and Femmes in Food. She speaks about writing the book she wanted to read when she was younger, how the idea came about and how events in 2020 influenced it. She shares how it evolved from proposal to book, why she included recipes…

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72: Nichole Accettola and Malena Watrous on Co-Authoring Scandinavian From Scratch 50:41

5M ago50:41

50:41

Kate and Molly get into the nitty gritty of collaborations with Nichole Accettola and Malena Watrous as they discuss their new book, Scandinavian From Scratch. They share how the book came about, how they began to work together and the process they followed so each could bring their own strengths to the project. They talk about the book's unique or…

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Fostering a Lifelong Learning Culture with Karen Alter 32:18

5M ago32:18

32:18

In a world where language gives life to experiences, Karen Alter found resonance with the word "vibe," a term that, for her, encapsulates the essence of unity and enthusiasm in a workspace. Karen, CEO and Partner at Borschoff, a full service communications agency believes that a vibe is more felt than defined—it's the undercurrent of passion that b…

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71: Building Your Instagram Following with Ara Zada 55:01

5M ago55:01

55:01

Kate and Kristin speak with Ara Zada all about content creation and becoming a social media influencer. Ara shares his decision to pursue a large following and grow his platform as well as how a health scare motivated this choice. He describes a day in his life and the full time requirements of this work as well as the mental toll it can take due t…

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70: Native California Recipes and Stories with Sara Calvosa Olson 43:18

5M ago43:18

43:18

Kristin and Molly speak with Sara Calvosa Olsen about her new cookbook, Chími Nu’am and its inspiration, creation and message. Sara shares her food writing journey, thoughts on the title and cover and how the pandemic altered the book's approach and voice. She discusses why she calls it "an inconvenient cookbook" and what it was like working with h…

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69: Writing a Menu Cookbook with Amy Thielen 51:45

6M ago51:45

51:45

Molly and Kate speak with writer Amy Thielen about her new cookbook, Company; its menu format, its inspiration and how its voice differs from her earlier works. She describes confronting her own created persona, why she feels it is important to highlight the bittersweetness in life, and who she writes for. She also discusses the delays with this bo…

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Changing Perspectives to Cultivate Growth and Satisfaction with Sam Dailey 31:08

6M ago31:08

31:08

Sam Dailey believes the way we show up and interact with others greatly defines the dynamics of a team. By emphasizing effective communication and mutual respect within teams, he strives to promote positive behavior and ultimately improve overall results. He joins Kristi to dive deep into the crucial topic of feedback and its impact on leadership a…

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68: A Cookbook from the Tuscan Countryside with Giulia Scarpaleggia 38:29

6M ago38:29

38:29

Molly and Kristin talk with Tuscany based blogger, teacher and cookbook author Giulia Scarpaleggia about the concept of cucina povera and creating a community in two languages. She shares her career journey, the differences in publishing in Italy versus the U.S. and how her passion for writing and cooking developed hand in hand. She speaks on the r…

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67: Latinísimo by Sandra Gutierrez 47:51

6M ago47:51

47:51

Kristin and Kate speak with food columnist and author, Sandra Gutierrez, about her career path and her newest cookbook Latinísimo, an almost 600 page tome about the cuisines of 21 Latin American countries. She shares her love of challenges, what its like working with a university press and why she wanted to write this specific book. She discusses b…

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Building a Culture of Genuine Connection with Chris Allaire 30:46

6M ago30:46

30:46

Chris Allaire, Founder + CEO of Averity, knows all about creating a great vibe at work - as a certified, “Great Place to Work” multiple years in a row. He brings a wealth of knowledge to this conversation, exploring the power of understanding and prioritizing people's needs, the impact of leadership on work vibes, and the importance of genuine conv…

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66: Becoming Your Own Publisher with Katie Parla 47:38

6M ago47:38

47:38

Kate and Molly discuss all things self-publishing with writer, tour guide and (new) publisher, Katie Parla. She shares what motivated her to do some data investigation into her previous cookbooks and ultimately how she decided to start her own publishing company for her newest cookbook, Food of the Italian Islands. She talks about lessons learned, …

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65: Podcasting about Cookbooks with Brian Hogan Stewart 48:13

6M ago48:13

48:13

Kate, Molly and Kristin speak with fellow podcaster Brian Hogan Stewart, of the Salt & Spine podcast. They chat about his career path, the origins of the show and how it has evolved since it began. Brian shares how his journalistic background and love of cookbooks led him to podcasting, how he learned the technical side of things and how he fits it…

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64: 'Do Only the Cool Kids Get Book Deals' and Other Community Questions 48:35

7M ago48:35

48:35

We are kicking off Season 4 with an episode dedicated to listener questions. Molly, Kate, Andrea and Kristin share their insights on everything from time management, "the cool kids club", design planning, building brand awareness and their love for librarians. Hosts: Kate Leahy + Molly Stevens + Kristin Donnelly + Andrea Nguyen Editor: Abby Cerquit…

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Introducing Vibecast w/Kristi Skutvik 2:00

7M ago2:00

2:00

The vibe we feel at work has a significant impact on culture. Whether we’re working on the vibe or not, it’s happening and either elevating or harming workplace culture. Vibecast is a podcast that inspires positive vibes at work through stories and lessons, both the positive and negative experiences, shared by exceptional leaders in conversation wi…

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63: On Rejection and Recovery 43:16

8M ago43:16

43:16

Today all four hosts sit down to discuss the realities of rejection. They share their own experiences with being turned down along with advice and tips on how to turn that into a learning strategy. They talk about what to keep in mind while waiting for responses, the pain of silent rejections and how they deal with negative comments and bad reviews…

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62: Single Subject Cookbooks with Martha Holmberg 55:06

9M ago55:06

55:06

Molly and Kate talk with Martha Holmberg, author and former publisher and food editor, about writing single subject cookbooks. She describes her career journey, how she decided to write her first cookbook and what the greatest job of her life was. She shares how her voice and style has evolved, how to make a deep dive into a subject feel complete a…

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61: Writing a Second Edition with Lukas Volger 48:10

9M ago48:10

48:10

Kate and Molly talk with cookbook author Lukas Volger about his career, writing journey and the process of creating a second edition. Lukas shares how he got his start in the food writing world, his experience in publishing industry and the easter eggs he includes in each of his books. He describes where the idea for a second edition of Veggie Burg…

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60: Hetty McKinnon on Writing for an International Audience 55:26

9M ago55:26

55:26

Andrea and Kristin chat with writer and recipe developer Hetty McKinnon about her career, books and inspirations. Hetty discusses how her background informs her food as well as the trajectory of her career from providing a salad delivery service in Australia to writing cookbooks in Brooklyn. She explains her thoughts on headnotes, how she stays org…

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59: Lerato Umah-Shaylor on Africana 53:24

9M ago53:24

53:24

Molly and Kate talk with Lerato Umah-Shaylor, a UK based chef, food writer and cooking teacher, about her debut cookbook Africana. Lerato shares how she made her passion for food into a career and what made her want to tackle this massive topic for her first book. She discusses how she pairs stories and context with recipes, how she conducted her r…

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58: David Lebovitz on the Writing Life in Paris 52:21

10M ago52:21

52:21

Kate and Kristin talk with writer David Lebovitz about his career and life in France. He discusses how he went from pastry chef to food writer, how blogging strengthened his writing voice and why he pivoted to video during the pandemic. He shares his decision to write "the hardest book he ever wrote", the advice he gives to aspiring writers and his…

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57: Alicia Kennedy on Expanding the Scope of Food Writing 46:50

10M ago46:50

46:50

Molly and Kristin talk with writer Alicia Kennedy about her new book, No Meat Required, and her philosophy on food writing. She discusses the proposal, writing and publishing process and her thoughts on the structure, citations and bibliography of the book. She shares her inspirations for the cover as well as how she organizes her varied research a…

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56: Hybrid Publishing with Vasudha Viswanath 47:37

10M ago47:37

47:37

Kate and Kristin discuss all things hybrid publishing with Vasudha Viswanath, the author of The Vegetarian Reset. Vasudha shares a quick rundown of the typical routes of publishing and why she chose to go down the hybrid path. She talks about the pitching process, what partnership publishers cover (and don't), the recipe development steps and how s…

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55: Making a Documentary-Style Cookbook with Matt Rodbard 49:05

10M ago49:05

49:05

Molly and Kristin chat with Matt Rodbard; writer and founding editor of the online food and culture magazine TASTE, all about his career in food media. He reveals the surprising way he got started, how his collaborations came about and the documentary visual style of some of his books. He shares some ups and downs of his writing career, how he bala…

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54: Cookbook Ideas: Where It All Begins 43:26

10M ago43:26

43:26

Molly, Kristin, Kate and Andrea talk about the idea behind the cookbook. After sharing some shelved ideas of their own, they workshop submissions from listeners to highlight considerations on topic, marketability, expertise and "the hook" for each premise. They brainstorm and discuss structural considerations, format, audience appeal and comp title…

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53: From Video to Cookbook with Nick DiGiovanni 33:49

11M ago33:49

33:49

Kate and Kristin talk with Nick DiGiovanni about his transition from YouTube/TikTok star to cookbook author. He discusses what made him want to write, how he translated the visual into the verbal and what inspired the focus of the book. He explains how he got started in content creation, his thoughts on soup and a peek behind the scenes of the book…

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