Best Pizza Bagel Podcasts (2024)

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215. Rising Star Marisol Doyle, Leña – Pizza + Bagels, Cleveland, Mississippi 39:36

8h ago39:36

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Over the next few episodes of The Hot Slice Podcast, we’re excited to let you get to know pizza makers and owners who we named Rising Stars in the Pizza Industry. We’re so impressed by Marisol Doyle, Co-owner/Pizzaiola, Leña – Pizza + Bagels in Cleveland, Mississippi. Leña was recently named a top pizza spot in the U.S in the feature: https://www.n…

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Marisol and Rory Doyle | Leña Pizza & Bagels 48:33

11h ago48:33

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Today’s guests were recently recognized by the New York Times as some of the best pizza-makers in the United States. Leña (which translates to firewood) makes dough from scratch and brings it to life with traditional proofing practices. Located in the rural Mississippi Delta, this Cleveland staple provides pizza and bagels unlike anywhere else in t…

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Give the gift of a nice ingredient 7:53

1h ago7:53

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What do you give the person who has everything? Something to use in the kitchen. You can’t go wrong. Today I share some of my ideas! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find out what food makes me feel great. By cooking from scratch I h…

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Thai Elephant + Island Wing Company 6:29

2d ago6:29

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Thai Elephant - Santa Rosa Beach Island Wing Company - DestinBy Billy Surf Martin

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La Crema + The E-Shack 6:43

1d ago6:43

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La Crema - Rosemary Beach The E-Shack - Food TruckBy Billy Surf Martin

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Ep. 20 - Blind Bourbon Tasting Test with Russ Kempton 34:58

2h ago34:58

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Ever wondered how your palate would fare in a blind bourbon tasting? Join us on the latest episode of the B-Team Podcast, where Josh Saffran, Matt Marrs, and our bourbon-loving permanent guest Rob Nelson embark on a flavor-packed adventure guided by Russ from Speaking of Grapes and Grains. We're tasting five Kentucky bourbons without any preconceiv…

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Takeaway Pizza Isn't Worth It 7:37

3h ago7:37

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Today I talk about why choosing pizza when you want to get a takeaway, or maybe rather - why getting a takeaway when you fancy a pizza - is a waste! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find out what food makes me feel great. By cooking …

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Ep. 19 - Building Community One Cigar at a Time 54:57

2d ago54:57

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Ever wondered how a 28-year veteran of law enforcement transitions to running a thriving cigar lounge? You'll find out in this episode of the B-Team Podcast! We sit down with Brian, the passionate owner of Open Door Cigars, as he shares his remarkable journey from policing to creating a unique, customer-centered experience in Fayetteville, Arkansas…

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214. Chicago Pizza with Hillary Lake 24:01

2d ago24:01

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This week, Executive Editor Denise Greer goes one-on-one with Hillary Lake, who co-owns Hillary’s Chicago Pizza, in St. Augustine, Florida. She’s no stranger to restaurant business ownership, but she never thought she would enter the pizza industry. It was during the pandemic that she missed her hometown Chicago pizza and sought to make the perfect…

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Walt Grayson and Keri Grayson Horne | A TV Family 48:59

5d ago48:59

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If you’ve worked in television in the state of Mississippi in any capacity, today’s guests are no stranger to you. Emmy award-winning television legends Walt Grayson and his daughter Keri Grayson Horne are joining us in the studio today to talk about what they know best- how storytelling and educational media can truly shape an entire state. Walt h…

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Slow Rise Bread - Why and How 11:08

8d ago11:08

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Even if you’re not doing sourdough baking at home, you can learn about the benefits of slow rising doughs and use that to your benefit to make tastier and healthier bread with commercial yeast! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find o…

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The Rican Vegan + Seneca’s 6:37

16d ago6:37

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The Rican Vegan - Food Truck Seneca’s - Gulf BreezeBy Billy Surf Martin

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Ep. 18 - From Bourbon Barrels to Bike Trails with Rich Drew 55:06

9d ago55:06

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Experience a thrilling journey from bourbon tasting to mountain biking excellence in this episode of the B-Team Podcast! We kick things off with Russ Kempton, our trusted bourbon aficionado, who introduces us to the latest bottled-in-bond release from 1792, soon to grace Walmart shelves. Russ unpacks the rich flavors of caramelization, creme brulee…

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213. Pizza Legend John Arena, the One & Only - REPLAY 31:17

10d ago31:17

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Happy 4th of July, everyone! On this holiday, we’re replaying a favorite episode for your enjoyment. Jeremy sat down for a one-on-one interview with pizza legend John Arena, co-founder of Metro Pizza in Las Vegas, just before he gave one of the most memorable opening day keynote addresses at the 40th Pizza Expo in March. During the discussion, John…

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East Pass Coffee Co. + Paris Banh Mi 6:35

20d ago6:35

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East Pass Coffee Co. - Destin Paris Banh Mi - Miramar BeachBy Billy Surf Martin

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Ep. 17 - Whiskey Wisdom and Culinary Journeys with Ben Biesenthal 52:20

16d ago52:20

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What happens when you mix the resolution of a contract dispute with a glass of Sazerac rye whiskey? Tune in as hosts Josh Saffran and Matt Marrs, accompanied by Robert Nelson and special guest Ben Biesenthal, bring you a lively discussion brimming with insights and laughter. We kick things off by talking about the importance of team dynamics and th…

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212. Catching up with King Umberto’s Giovanni Cesarano 35:05

21d ago35:05

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Giovanni Cesarano is part of the new generation behind the legendary King Umberto on Long Island, New York. We last caught up with Giovanni in 2021 on the podcast when we shared with him that he had been named a Rising Star in the Pizza Industry. A lot has happened with Giovanni and the business. We talk about how he’s able to keep King Umberto’s t…

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Southern Yankee Queen + Pancakery 7:03

25d ago7:03

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Southern Yankee Queen - Catering Pancakery - DestinBy Billy Surf Martin

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Connie Hollins & DeSanto Rollins | Rollins Funeral Home 47:01

19d ago47:01

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Our guests today know all about the importance of keeping it in the family. Connie Hollins and her son DeSanto Rollins will be the the guests of honor in a soon-to-come episode of Family Owned: A Legacy Leadership podcast, produced in partnership with Ole Miss and MPB. The owners of Rollins Funeral Home in Woodville, this entire family has been ded…

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How To Use Eggs 8:11

21d ago8:11

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This week's recipe (egg muffins) are a perfect example of the power of eggs and how you can use them, both as the star of the show and as a brilliant help in so many ways. How much do you really know about using eggs the best way, when do you use the yolk, the white and or the whole thing? Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe t…

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Ep. 16 - Bourbon, Airbnb's, and Beyond 47:28

23d ago47:28

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Unlock the secrets of bourbon tasting with our special guest, bourbon connoisseur Russ Kempton. This episode is all about the art and science behind a perfect pour. From the rich mahogany hue to the intricate notes of leather, cedar, black licorice, and caramelized sugar found in a vintage Knob Creek 9-year-old bourbon, Russ takes us through an edu…

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211. World Champion Pizza Maker of the Year Tony Cerimele 37:47

28d ago37:47

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It’s been a whirlwind kind of few months for Tony Cerimele, owner of New Columbus Pizza Company, in Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania. After capturing the first-place finish in the Pan Division, Tony went on to win the Finals to be named World Champion Pizza Maker of the Year at the International Pizza Challenge during Pizza Expo (March 19-21) in Las Vega…

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Christopher Swafford | Mississippi Blood Services 48:09

26d ago48:09

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Our guest today wants to talk to you about the importance of giving life. Christopher Swafford is the President and CEO of Mississippi Blood Services (MBS) based in Flowood, MS. MBS is a community based blood center that serves hospitals throughout the state of Mississippi and was established 45 years ago. Christopher is the 3rd CEO of the organiza…

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Ep. 15 - Building Community Through Pizza and Milkshakes 55:51

1M ago55:51

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Ever wondered how a small business can turn a natural disaster into an opportunity for community service? This episode of the B-Team Podcast brings you the inspiring story of Garrick and Bobbie, the dynamic duo behind Flashback Pizza and Milkshakes. These two passionate entrepreneurs postponed their grand opening to support their neighbors after a …

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210. Not Ready for Retirement with Chip Myles 31:44

1M ago31:44

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This week on The Hot Slice Podcast is Chip Myles. His passion for the pizza business and his customers radiates through this episode. Chip Myles opened Myles’ Pizza Pub in 1978 in Bowling Green, Ohio. The pizza pub's family business hospitality, unique style of pizza, and late-night hours earned a loyal fanbase among the Bowling Green community and…

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Plant Based Inspiration for Omnivores 7:15

1M ago7:15

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You don’t have to be following a strictly plant based, vegan or even vegetarian diet to take inspiration from them to improve your own cooking! I also share my cashew tofu Alfredo sauce. Yummmmm! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find…

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Holly Smith and Miranda Vaughn | Big House Books 48:02

1M ago48:02

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We have two guests this week with one mission. Big House Books is an organization that provides literature to the incarcerated, making sure those in the prison system still have access to reading materials and the right to read. The team recently won a 2024 Governor's Initiative for Volunteer Excellence or GIVE Award. Here to discuss the success an…

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Hotel Effie + The Red Bar 6:21

1M ago6:21

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@The850Foodie Joanna Davis reviews restaurants including: Hotel Effie - Sandestin The Red Bar - Grayton BeachBy Billy Surf Martin

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Ep. 14 - Tornado Relief and Real Estate Insights with Michael Duley 48:01

1M ago48:01

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What drives a prominent community leader and successful entrepreneur like Micahel Duley? For this special episode of the B-Team Podcast, we welcome Mike, the chairman of Keller Williams in Northwest Arkansas, to share the secrets behind his remarkable journey. From overseeing a team of 416 people to launching innovative products like EZ Sign, Mike …

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209. Pizza For Ukraine with Corey Watson 33:03

1M ago33:03

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This week, we talk with Corey Watson, founder of Pizza for Ukraine. Pizza for Ukraine's mission is to Make Pizza, Not War. We make Neapolitan pizza is made for Ukrainians affected by the trauma of war. Whether they are displaced, orphaned, wounded, responding to emergencies, or fighting for freedom, hope is served one pizza at a time. Corey joined …

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Poppy Seeds & Sourdough Bagels 13:44

2M ago13:44

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Poppy seeds - they are so tiny, but surprisingly full of nutritional greatness (and they are tasty too)! Today we learn all about them, and our weekly recipe continues in sourdough land with my absolute favourite; sourdough bagels. So keep those poppy seeds handy, we are topping our bagels with them! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and …

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Christina Dent | Changing Minds and Changing Lives 48:09

1M ago48:09

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Our first guest in the month of June is a local activist determined to save lives. Christina Dent is the Founder & President of End It For Good, a Mississippi-based nonprofit advocating for approaches to drugs that prioritize life and the opportunity to thrive. Christina supported a criminal justice approach to drugs until her experience as a foste…

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Post 20 Sushi + Queen Of Flavor 6:23

2M ago6:23

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@The850Foodie Joanna Davis reviews restaurants including: Post 20 Sushi- Niceville Queen Of Flavor - FWBBy Billy Surf Martin

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Ep. 13 - Desserts and Drinks: The Butter•scotch Bakery & Bar Experience 36:47

2M ago36:47

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Ever wondered how a simple homemade strawberry ice cream cake could transform lives and spark a thriving business? Meet Sam, the co-owner of Butter•scotch Bakery & Bar in downtown Bentonville, who, along with his wife, turned a delightful dessert into a local sensation. This episode uncovers their inspiring journey from Walmart bakery jobs to a foo…

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208. The Explosion of Mattenga’s Pizzeria with Hengam Stanfield 35:07

2M ago35:07

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This week, Josh and Denise chat with Hengam Stanfield, co-owner of Mattenga’s Pizzeria in San Antonio, Texas. What started out as taking over a failing pizzeria in 2013 has grown into eight locations and expanding. Hengam and husband Matt met in college, both aspiring engineers but soon realized they wanted to be in business for themselves. They en…

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Sourdough Troubleshooting & Basic Sourdough Bread 20:09

2M ago20:09

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Help! My sourdough starter is not working! Well, you've come to the right place. Today we look at some of the most common problems with a sourdough starter, and how you can easily fix them! We also go through a basic sourdough bread recipe which I use often. A great place to start for sourdough beginners! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv -…

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Classic: Reena Evers-Everette | A Legacy of Strength 50:36

2M ago50:36

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Happy Memorial Day! We are out of the office so in lieu of a new episode, here's an instant classic from earlier this year. We are honored to welcome an iconic Mississippian from an iconic family to the show today. Reena Evers-Everette is the daughter of civil-rights activists Medgar Evers and Myrlie Evers-Williams. Born in Mound Bayou, Mississippi…

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Bitterroot + M&P 6:57

2M ago6:57

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@The850Foodie Joanna Davis reviews restaurants including: Bitterroot - Destin M&P - Santa Rosa BeachBy Billy Surf Martin

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Wood Foot Beer + Merlins Pizza 6:14

2M ago6:14

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@The850Foodie Joanna Davis reviews restaurants including: Wood Foot Beer Company FWB Merlins Pizza DestinBy Billy Surf Martin

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207. Daily Dough with Gus Franco’s Pizza 34:18

2M ago34:18

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This week on The Hot Slice Podcast, Denise and Jeremy chat with Patrick Elston, who with his wife Mandy operates Gus Franco’s Pizza in Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania. Originally started as a food truck, Gus Franco’s opened in 2017. He talks about the steady rise of the pizzeria. Family dynamics and raising kids in the family atmosphere pizzerias. The …

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Ep. 12 - Southern Flavors and Community Ties with The Buttered Biscuit 56:26

2M ago56:26

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Raise your glasses for a hearty toast to entrepreneurship and epicurean delights as the guys share a bottle of Heaven Hill bourbon with Sam of the Buttered Biscuit on the B-Team Podcast. Your host, Josh Saffran, is joined by co-host Matt Marrs, as they take you on a journey from the boardroom to the kitchen, discovering how a dream and $164,000 tur…

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Wild Yeast & Sourdough Starter 21:17

2M ago21:17

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What is wild yeast? How is it different to commercial yeast? And can you make your own sourdough starter entirely from scratch, without any generous gifting from sourdough pro friends? (The answer to that last one is YES and I will tell you how) Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed wi…

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Ann Ford and Perez Hodge | WZZQ 48:34

2M ago48:34

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Marshall welcomes director Ann Ford and long-time producer Perez Hodge to discuss the new documentary on film on the now-defunct WZZQ radio station. For a brief shining moment (the 70’s!), this free form, counterculture, FM radio station in Jackson, Mississippi rocked the mid-South. With no playlists, no rules, and very few inhibitions, the legenda…

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Ep. 11 - Kneading Success: The Ozark Mountain Bagel Co.'s Journey 48:51

2M ago48:51

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When Rob pulled his Houdini act on us, little did we know that RJ would swoop in with a cape of wit to save the podcast day. This serendipitous shuffle set the stage for an episode that's as much a bagel-fest as it is a masterclass in rolling with the punches of small business life. Bill and Sheila, the heart and soul behind Ozark Mountain Bagel, d…

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205. Transitioning to Ownership at 23 with Shelby Hall 31:42

2M ago31:42

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This week on The Hot Slice Podcast, we hear Shelby Hall’s story. She owns Fox’s Pizza Den Cheat Lake in Morgantown, West Virginia and starting working at Fox’s Pizza Den as a teenager. While in college, she leaped into management. After graduation, she was presented with a franchise opportunity that she passed on. She waited for the right opportuni…

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Everything Bagel + Lilo's Shaved Ice 6:50

2M ago6:50

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@The850Foodie Joanna Davis reviews restaurants including: Everything Bagel A Modern Deli Lilo's Shaved IceBy Billy Surf Martin

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Francine Reynolds | Theatre in the Magnolia State 48:15

2M ago48:15

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Francine Reynolds has been the artistic director at New Stage Theatre in Jackson since 2006, and has worked as a theatre artist for 35 years. A Michigan native and current Jackson resident, Reynolds has served three terms on the board of directors for the Theatre Communications Group, a national organization for American theatre; and is on the boar…

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Rotating Your From Scratch 8:55

2M ago8:55

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Rotating your from scratch: a way to take the pressure off your at-home cooking, while at the same time building your skills and confidence! Welcome to The From Scratch Body! I’m Liv - and I believe that anyone can cook. Since being diagnosed with endometriosis, I have been on a journey to find out what food makes me feel great. By cooking from scr…

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Ep. 10 - Culinary Compass for Smokehouse Aficionados with Jordan Poole of OZ Smokehouse 54:29

2M ago54:29

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Sip and savor the essence of Four Roses bourbon with spirit savant Russ Kempton, who unravels the nuances of our favorite libation in a flavor-filled escapade. As we toss back drams and jests, the episode ventures beyond the glass, delving into the storied realms of whiskey education, the transformative 'release of the serpent' with water drops, an…

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204. Pizza Expo Interview Series, Part 6: Innovative Approaches to Pizza 25:18

2M ago25:18

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This week, we continue our Pizza Expo Interview Series from the show floor at Pizza Expo. Denise interviews four pizzeria operators who are defining their pizza businesses in their own ways. Jason Dascoli, Rock City Pies and Ice, Bloomfield, Colorado, checks back in to give us an update on his pizzeria. He talks about his personal and business grow…

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