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Georganne Bell and Aime Pope have teamed up to bring you an exciting new podcast about the business of baking. They've baked up (see what I did there?!) a fresh perspective on how challenging and rewarding it can be to balance work and life while running

Georganne Bell and Aime Pope


    • Sep 28, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 40m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    Weight.. How Did You Do That?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 39:14


    Are you a yo-yo dieter? Have you tried every fad diet only to lose a few pounds and regain it all back, then some? Renee Terry of Sweet Cheeks by Renee found herself in this vicious cycle and decided it was time to change the pattern. In this episode, Renee gets real and shares about her life, her health, her business and what it took to catapult Sweet Cheeks to the successful heights it's achieved today. Listen to how Intermittent Fasting became the tool she needed to take control of toxic habits and feel better than she ever thought possible! To learn more about Intermittent Fasting and the book Renee references in the show, click the link below: https://www.amazon.com/Delay-Dont-Deny-Intermittent-Lifestyle/dp/1541325842?crid=1JT7YV5HGIB25&keywords=delay+don%27t+deny+by+gin+stephens&qid=1663121887&sprefix=delay+don%27t+deny,aps,329&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=lil0de_lilaloadecorating-20&linkId=d5a813b14652d7ebacb3f3370bb15cd2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&fbclid=IwAR20fxsTQIx9JCABdsdXJcClf9SvRPgiBF0JWF0BRwKizBwQ0IlUgZOa624

    No Easy Way Through

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 34:36


    Amber Spiegel, more commonly known as "SweetAmbs", has captured the hearts of baking enthusiasts with her feminine style and flawless execution. The journey from a girl with a dream to work as a decorator in a bakery to social media influencer with MILLIONS of followers and subscribers wasn't a straight or simple path. Listen as Amber shares her story, some of her secrets and above all, some great advice to help anyone interested in growing their social media pages. We can all look forward to Amber's latest book, Cookie Canvas: Creative Designs for Every Occassion, available for pre-order NOW!  Amber's Latest Book:  https://www.amazon.com/Cookie-Canvas-Creative-Designs-Occasion/dp/0744060834 Amber's Business Coach:  https://www.instagram.com/lauree_ostrofsky/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D&fbclid=IwAR1KbYXaxxUzu5AG6WpuIa90Ivs1tYMdU1IUS7amDaj-kJ5Zf3mUrIjSZuA

    5. Admired and Inspired

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 34:02


    Liz Adams, perhaps better known as "Arty McGoo", took the concept of cookie decorating to an entirely new level when she discovered that she could paint on a cookie with food coloring. This idea shattered the confines of what decorators could do and opened up a whole new world of techniques and possibilities. Not only is Liz a pioneer in the industry, but she continues to create mind blowing content each and every month with her decorating school, McGoo U. You too can join in on the fun and become a "McGoober" by enrolling in her online programs found at ArtyMcGoo.com! Make sure to listen to the hilarious blooper reel at the very end of the episode!

    Not Just Empty Boxes

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 54:56


    Have you ever wondered about the bakery boxes and the people who create them? In this episode, we chat with Kip Simpson from Big River Packaging (BRP Boxshop) about making boxes, making a business and making a life worth living. We also find out how Big River Packaging got it's name and what's next for them!  PS- Don't miss the outtakes at the end of each show!  

    Cookie Pros and CookieCon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2022 55:08


    You may have heard of Comic-Con, but if you haven't heard of CookieCon, that's about to change! On this episode, we interview Mike and Karen Summers, founders of CookieCon, the largest cookie decorating convention on the planet! Hear how they developed an idea into 10 successful events... and counting! Learn more about CookieCon and get in on the fun with 2 new events coming your way in 2023 at cookie con.net! 

    Baking is a Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2022 41:48


    Have you ever experienced the heartache of a recipe flopping? A pathetic pie crust or a caved in cake? We certainly have! The good news is that there's a way to turn that bad luck around with a little science and the help of expert bakers, Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin from Flour, Sugar, Butter! In this episode, we will hear practical (and very organized!) advice from not one, but TWO scientist-turned bakers who literally wrote the book on the subject. You can grab not just one but TWO cookbooks from this pair that will change the way you approach baking. Find "Fabulous Modern Cookies" and "The New Pie" at floursugarbutter.net or wherever you purchase books!

    Saying Yes is Expensive

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2022 54:12


    Have you been considering taking the plunge from home or hobby baker to brick and mortar bakery owner? Nicole Silva took that very dream and turned it into a sprinkle-covered reality. On this episode, she shares the story of transforming a less than desirable space into a thriving bakery. We'll warn you though, it's not all sweet! Nicole provides a unique, behind-the-scenes perspective into what it takes to make a business successful and cautions us to keep work and home life in balance. Make sure to listen all the way to the end for some hilarious out takes!

    *So* Excited!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 8:55


    Welcome to the Baking a Livng Podcast with Georganne Bell from Lilaloa and Aime Pope from The Painted Pastry! In this promo episode, the pair shares a little about why they wanted to create this podcast and what you can expect in the future! To support the Podcast, find them on Patreon!

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