Podcasts about food truck scholar

Take a walk down memory lane with us on today's special episode! These longtime Podfest attendees submitted their favorite memories to get you jazzed up for Podfest 2022: Lee Silverstein, Ellen Ferranti, James Van Prooyen, Niel Guilarte, Elsie Escobar, Scott Johnson, Izzy Jay, Nick Snapp, Ariel Smith, and Paul Desmond Adams. Plus, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime give you a reminder of their presentation schedules, so you can be sure to mark your agendas, haha! Enjoy these wonderful memories on your way to Podfest 2022. (And, we may or may not make you both laugh and cry...) Welcome to the conference! Chapters: 6:09 - Memory #1: Lee Silverstein of We Have Cancer Show 11:03 - Memory #2: Ellen Ferranti of Wisdom Without Wrinkles 14:10 - Memory #3: James Van Prooyen of Veterans In Business Show 18:31 - Memory #4: Niel Guilarte of Wildstyle Media 22:06 - Memory #5: Elsie Escobar of She Podcasts and The Feed 26:38 - Memory #6: Scott Johnson of What was that Like 29:46 - Memory #7: Izzy Jay of the upcoming Gen iZZY: Beyond Ordinary on FPN 32:50 - Memory #8: Nick Snapp of Miracles & Atheists 35:27 - Memory #9: Ariel Smith of The Food Truck Scholar 39:38 - Memory #10: Paul Desmond Adams of Mental Mastery Moment and Total Podcast Solutions 43:16 - Our Schedules at Podfest 49:01 - Close Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired: Click Here Presented by: Podfest Multimedia Expo Hosts and Executive Producers: Glenn the Geek of Horse Radio Network and Producer Jaime of Flint Stone Media, Florida Podcast Network, and Podcasting Your Brand | Catch their past show, Finding Florida! For this episode's full show notes, click here. ----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Founder: Producer Jaime Follow Flint Stone Media on social media: LinkedIn: Producer Jaime | Flint Stone Media Instagram: @FlintStoneMedia Tik Tok: TikTok.com/@producerjaime Facebook: Facebook.com/FlintStoneMedia Threads: @FlintStoneMedia Clubhouse: @ProducerJaime YouTube: @FlintStoneMedia101 Or, feel free to email Jaime@FlintStoneMedia.com Interested in working with Producer Jaime her team? Why FSM | Get Started

Today, I wanted to share some of my thoughts around grants: where to find them, how to apply, and other tips I've learned along the way.This episode is only available to my Patreon members. I want to thank everyone for supporting my Patreon page! This helps me off load some of the work of producing The Food Truck Scholar that has now become overwhelming while also providing additional value for YOU.You can become a Patron member for as little as $10/month HEREOver the past 5 years, I've learned a lot about what makes a good food truck stand out among the rest. I took 8 of those key concepts and created a book where I could have curbside conversations with each of you about them. This book is not only digestible and not designed to overwhelm you, but also propels you into action. You can purchase Before You Launch A Food Truck TODAY at TheFoodTruckScholar.com/shop in paperback and ebook format as well as on Amazon.

All of you are part of The Food Truck Scholar no matter if you're a listener or guest, but I LOVE when listeners become guests! Shae Cole owner of Sincere Saints in Jacksonville, FL is someone that has listened to the show, went through the process of starting her food truck business at the height of the pandemic, and is continuing to flourish. Today's episode covers her journey from the Great Resignation to the Big Launch and the steps in between. Plus, we talk about how she has used her food truck journey to create a space for other women in the industrySincere Saints FBSincere Saints IGFemale Food Truckers FB GroupBook Available!Looking for food truck books to read and starting to feel overwhelmed? Are you trying to find the right answers but realizing you haven't asked the right questions to get those answers? That's why I created Before You Launch A Food Truck: 8 Questions Every Aspiring Food Trucker Should Ask. For the past 5 years that I've been studying the food truck industry and being a diehard food truck customer, I've  learned a lot about what makes a good food truck stand out among the rest. I took 8 of those key concepts and created a book where I could have curbside conversations with each of you about them. What makes this book different is not only is it digestible and not designed overwhelm you, but it also propels you into action.You can purchase Before You Launch A Food Truck TODAY at TheFoodTruckScholar.com/shop in paperback and ebook format as well as on Amazon. For every copy purchased, I'm donating a copy to organizations committed to helping formerly incarcerated individuals re-enter society, particularly those interested in starting their own food business. So buy a copy today to help yourself and someone else get rollin and keep truckin!Over the past 5 years, I've learned a lot about what makes a good food truck stand out among the rest. I took 8 of those key concepts and created a book where I could have curbside conversations with each of you about them. This book is not only digestible and not designed to overwhelm you, but also propels you into action. You can purchase Before You Launch A Food Truck TODAY at TheFoodTruckScholar.com/shop in paperback and ebook format as well as on Amazon.

I know, y'all been wondering where I've been. Well, I got plenty of updates for you!I'm a moderator for  the Food and Business Summit!Join sharp like-minded food truck and restaurant owners to develop an ecosystem for success through structure, stability, and security.With years of experience as a consultant and proven track record of success working with the TOP food trucks and restaurants in Los Angeles WFE Consulting wanted to create a space to share knowledge, experience, and resources with other restaurant and food truck owners across the nation and invited me as one of the moderators for this food truck tour.Thankful for the #FoodTruckTitans to be along on this journey to share their tips and tricks that have allowed their business to be recession proof! AllFlavorNoGrease, Billionaire Burger Boyz and Wut-A-PickleThis will be moderated by none other than Ariel D. Smith "The Food Truck Scholar"  and @thegreatglaspie of @coolassblackwoman. With special guest marketing strategist @juntaedelane of @digitaldelane Register TODAY by going to www.foodandbusinesssummit.com and use the discount code FTS22 for 10% off General Admission and VIP tickets!Help Patrick Lanier Keep Truckin am fundraising for a past podcast guest and food truck owner Patrick Lanier . He is the owner of Lip Smackin Creations Food Medic in Nashville, TN. I first met Patrick in February 2019 when I visited Nashville to interview his friend Terry Key, and I immediately gravitated towards his story and decided to interview him as well. With his ambulance-turned-food truck, Patrick truly has been a first responder in his own way, serving others however he could. Now he needs his city to have his back.Covid has been difficult for many food trucks with event cancellations, labor shortages, supply chain shortages and inflations to name a few challenges. Patrick has found himself experiencing all of this, all while still trying to push forward to support his family with the food truck as his only means of support. Applying for federal relief has been difficult, stressful, and unsuccessful. Applying for funding in general has presented several challenges for many first time entrepreneurs. He has acquired a new truck that help him take his business further, but it will need to be compliant with new TN food truck regulations and he cannot afford to stay compliant without our help.I am asking the community (near and far) to support Patrick to help him keep truckin. He needs $12,000 to put towards the following: a new generator, suppression system, fees for 2 fron Keep Truckin University is the hub for live and self-paced courses. Our first live virtual course will cover menu creation. Food items are one of the largest expenses a food trucker can have, so it's important to use then wisely to avoid food waste, profit loss, time mismanagement, and poor customer retention. I'll cover how you can make a menu that's #Lean&Mighty on MONDAY, Jan 31 @ 12pm EST. Register HERE!

Hey hey! Happy New Year! Did you miss me?Since 2019, I've been asked if I had courses to help food truck owners who were receiving great information from #TFTSPodcast. After studying, building relationships with and visiting over 500 food trucks across the country— I can now say YES!The Food Truck Scholar  is proud to present Keep Truckin University which will be the hub for live and self-paced courses. Our first live virtual course will cover menu creation. Food items are one of the largest expenses a food trucker can have, so it's important to use then wisely to avoid food waste, profit loss, time mismanagement, and poor customer retention. I'll cover how you can make a menu that's #Lean&Mighty on MONDAY, Jan 31 @ 12pm EST.This live webinar is available for only $47. You get access to the webinar, handout, live Q&A, and more! Register TODAY

About The ShowWell y'all we have come to the season 3 finale…can you believe it?! I have so much gratitude for everything that has happened this season and today I share some of those moments with you. From reflecting on highlights of the year, to sharing new products and initiatives, to updates on my academic progress, and what to look forward to in season 4, it's an exciting time!CYBER MONDAY SALENew Book by The Food Truck Scholar- "Before You Launch A Food Truck"Ebook PDF PaperbackKindleAfter traveling the country meeting and interviewing about 500 food trucks in the past 5 years through The Food Truck Scholar Podcast and academic research, Ariel D. Smith has compiled an abundance of information regarding the food truck industry from menu creation and marketing, to maintenance and regulations. One of the things she discovered over the years is that aspiring food truckers either do not have enough information or are overwhelmed with information and no clue where to start. Ariel designed this book to be the first touchpoint on your food truck journey. If you're in multiple online groups and reading big books about food trucks and feeling lost, pause for a moment, pick up this trimmer. What's best about "Before You Launch A Food Truck" is that it is designed for you to reflect before taking action. Once you have reflected on and answered the questions provided (pages to take notes on each section included!), feel free to jump back into the other resources you're using to birth your food truck dreams!Season 3 Truck Level SponsorsEatokraEatOkra is where food, culture, and community link. Supporting Black owned restaurants and food trucks just got easier! Download the EatOkra app today.Sponsor The ShowNeed to get the word out about your product or service to food truckers? Consider becoming a sponsor for season 4!FREE Checklist: 7 Things To Do If You're Looking for a Food Truck BuilderJoin Our Mailing ListSocial MediaYoutubeFacebookInstagramTwitterLinkedIN

This week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime share our final LIVE recording from Podfest Origins in Tampa! Ariel Smith of The Food Truck Scholar takes us down a track on Audience Growth, sharing how she's used her podcast as a positioning piece. Then, on Track 2, Alex Sanfilippo of Podmatch.com and PodcastSOP.com talks about surviving and thriving during your first year or NEXT year as a podcaster. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout! To help you out with your Monetization and Marketing, they will share how to ask for your listeners' support without sounding desperate. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and reveal our trivia prize for the holidays. Welcome to the conference!Chapters:4:38 - Podfest on the Move - Shoutouts7:48 - Track #1: Audience Growth with Ariel Smith illustrates using your podcast as a positioning piece19:12 - Track #2: Audience Growth with Alex Sanfilippo discusses how to survive and thrive during your first year or next year as a podcaster29:34 - Track #3: Monetization and Marketing from Buzzsprout on how to ask for listener support (without sounding desperate)35:44 - Trivia Segment with Jonathan Oakes from Trivial Warfare38:28 - ClosePresented by: Podfest Multimedia ExpoTitle Sponsor: BuzzsproutHosts and Executive Producers: Glenn the Geek of Horse Radio Network and Producer Jaime of Flint Stone Media, Florida Podcast Network, and Business in the Bedroom | Catch their past show, Finding Florida!Link: Submit Yourself as a Speaker to Podfest 2022!Guest, Track 1: Ariel Smith of The Food Truck Scholar | Ariel's Ebook, Before You Launch A Food Truck: 8 Questions Every Aspiring Food Trucker Should Ask | Ariel on Instagram: @TheFoodTruckScholar | @IAmAriel_SmithGuest, Track 2: Alex Sanfilippo of PodMatch and PodcastSOPTrack 3, provided by Buzzsprout: Buzzsprout's Podcasting Q&ALinks: Producer Jaime's Podcasting 101 Launch Workshop | Producer Jaime's Podcasting 102 Booster ClassTrivia Host: Jonathon Oakes of Trivial Warfare | Prize for Holidays 2021: TASCAM TM-70 Dynamic MicrophoneEmail the Hosts: Glenn: Glenn@HorseRadioNetwork.com | Jaime: Jaime@FlintStoneMedia.comVocal Editor: Paul StevensAssistant Producer: Jorge HernandezIntro Voice Over Artist: Jodi KrangleEq

Today's ShowWithin the past year, I've received more questions about catering and ghost kitchens in particular. While experiences may vary by person and location, today's guest utilized ghost kitchens to stay open at the onset of covid but shares with us why his restaurant plans will not include ghost kitchens in the foreseeable future.Miles Robbins is the founder of FourFortyFour, a catering service in LA that is positioning itself to one day have a restaurant that will be listed as one of the best. Today we talk about his culinary journey and if a food truck will ever be added to the equation.FourFortyFour Social MediaIG: @fourfortyfour_creationswebsite: fourfortyfourcreations.comSeason 3 Truck Level SponsorsEatokraEatOkra is where food, culture, and community link. Supporting Black owned restaurants and food trucks just got easier! Download the EatOkra app today.Sponsor The ShowNeed to get the word out about your product or service to food truckers? Consider becoming a sponsor for season 4!New Book by The Food Truck Scholar- "Before You Launch A Food Truck"Ebook PDF ON SALE!!!PaperbackKindleAfter traveling the country meeting and interviewing about 500 food trucks in the past 5 years through The Food Truck Scholar Podcast and academic research, Ariel D. Smith has compiled an abundance of information regarding the food truck industry from menu creation and marketing, to maintenance and regulations. One of the things she discovered over the years is that aspiring food truckers either do not have enough information or are overwhelmed with information and no clue where to start. Ariel designed this book to be the first touchpoint on your food truck journey. If you're in multiple online groups and reading big books about food trucks and feeling lost, pause for a moment, pick up this trimmer. What's best about "Before You Launch A Food Truck" is that it is designed for you to reflect before taking action. Once you have reflected on and answered the questions provided (pages to take notes on each section included!), feel free to jump back into the other resources you're using to birth your food truck dreams!FREE Checklist: 7 Things To Do If You're Looking for a Food Truck BuilderJoin Our Mailing List

Today's guest has been part of The Food Truck Scholar fam for a while, but we finally got the chance to connect, and hopefully soon I can try some of his wings with orange soda sauce!Romeo Calloway is the owner of Pop Ups Mobile Kitchen in Bear, Delaware and has been steadily growing his brand through pop ups and catering as he works his way to a food truck.In this episode, Romeo shares his experience about navigating the hospitality in the wake of COVID 19 as well as steps and resources he utilizing to make his food truck dreams a realitySpecial thank you to EatOkra for being our Season 3 Partners!

Ariel D. Smith, M.Ed is the founder of The Food Truck Scholar and the host of its podcast of the same name. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in American Studies, where her research examines the role of the food truck industry in American Culture and African American entrepreneurs' experiences and involvement in the mobile food industry specifically. Instagram: @thefoodtruckscholar Facebook: @Arielthefoodtruckfoodie Special Thanks to our Sponsors: We love our new sponsor, ReadySlim! Say Hello to a better, brighter you. And right now, for a limited time, you can save 25% on your first order of ReadySlim's 28-day Detox tea kit, plus you get a FREE collapsible water bottle! GO to ReadySlim.Com/THEONLYONE and use the code: The Only One. That's ReadySlim.Com/THEONLYONE and use the code: The Only One. Best Fiends: Join us and the millions of Americans who are already playing this game. Download Best Fiends for FREE on The Apple APP store or Google Play. That's friends without the R, Best Fiends. Voyage et Cie: Voyage et Cie's curator Melanie Apple has cultivated a passion for notable moments using the sense of smell. Voyage et Cie is the ultimate luxury blend of travel, fragrance, and design. Each original fragrance is created by Melanie, 100% organic and natural which will transport you on a journey. Visit https://www.voyageetcie.com/ and enter the code: theonlyone to get your 10% off your purchase! Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays and our brand new series On My Nightstand on Fridays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.  Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.  Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more. We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show! All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Now I have had a few guests on the show that go way back with me in terms of The Food Truck Scholar, but this guest even goes beyond that for me. Justus McGee is the owner of SoulFresh Springrolls in Durham, NC and earlier this year we sat down to talk about our journeys together, his transition from the classroom to the curbside, and the impact of Covid on his business. Soon after Justus closed his food truck due in large part to the Covid 19 pandemic, but nonetheless, his story is one to be shared and his friendship is one I cherish Thank you to EatOkra for being our Season 3 Sponsors! The go-to app for finding Black-owned food trucks and restaurants

Ariel D. Smith, M.Ed is the founder of The Food Truck Scholar, LLC, and the executive producer of its podcast, which was recently ranked as the number 1 food truck podcast of 2020 and 2019 by FeedSpot. Her podcast invites guests from various backgrounds, identities, regions, and fields to discuss their role in the food truck movement. The podcast has now reached over 70 countries worldwide and counting.   The Food Truck Scholar Podcast is where food, business, and stories collide. Each episode Ariel  peels back the cultural, social, economic, and political layers of the food truck industry. From Food Network contestants and former bank executives to self-trained and formally trained chefs- The Food Truck Scholar Podcast introduces you to entrepreneurs from all walks life that are ready to feed your mind with tips to start your own food truck, stories that fill your heart, and tempting meal options to fill your stomach.   Ariel earned a BS in Management from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Collat School of Business, Master of Education from Vanderbilt University and is an American Studies PhD Candidate at Purdue University, where she has been an instructor of American Studies, African American Studies, and Scholar-in-Residence for the Black Thought Collective at the Purdue Black Cultural Center

It's National Food Truck Week (June 20th - June 27th)! For our first Table Topic Mini-Episode, we're celebrating with Ariel D. Smith, the founder of The Food Truck Scholar and host of its podcast! Her platform seeks to amplify Black voices in the food truck industry, educate current and aspiring food truckers, and inspire those in and beyond the food truck and entrepreneurship fields. In this Table Topic, Ariel gives us her top Black-owned food truck picks across a number of fun categories. If you're interested in hearing more, catch the full episode here: A History of Black-Owned Food Trucks with Ariel D. Smith of The Food Truck Scholar, and be sure to follow Ariel at the links below: Website: TheFoodTruckScholar.com Instagram: @thefoodtruckscholar YouTube: The Food Truck Scholar Twitter: @FoodTruckSchola Facebook: The Food Truck Scholar Page Clubhouse: @FoodTruckSchola Black-owned Food Trucks mentioned in this episode: Aw Shucks - Birmingham, AL The Beignet Bar - Nashville, TN The Guac Box - West Lafayette, IN R & R Extreme Wings - Indianapolis, IN Lip Smacking' Creations Food Medic - Nashville, TN Pop Goes the Waffle - St. Petersburg, FL

Next week, June 25th is national food truck day but you know we gotta celebrate all week long right?! The Food Truck Scholar is proud to partner with Roaming Hunger and several other national partners in the food truck community and press all over the nation to celebrate YOU. That's right, we want to celebrate each and every one of you for making the industry we all love so special. Whether you're open for one day or the whole week next week, we want you to sign up today and we help bring more customers and press your way. Did I mention it's free to participate? Simply click the link our link here to sign up!As we get ready for Father's Day, I thought about so many fathers I've had on the show that entered into the food truck industry whether solely or in part because they wanted to be closer to their family and have made it part of the family legacy. Well today's guest is not only doing that, but he's also the prime case study of what it means to have a growth mindset that is critical to be in the food truck industry. And not only that, he's been a big brother to me since we connected a year ago.Ya Ron Brown is the Owner of Southern Roots BBQ in the ATL area, and he's poured everything he has into his dream And shares it'll take nothing less for you to accomplish yours.Thank you to our season three partners EatOkra- the go to app for finding Black owned food trucks and restaurants.

People often ask if I have been to every truck from the podcast, and my response is always “not yet.” While work and school are demanding by themselves, I make it a goal to visit as many as I can, no matter how far down the line it is And that's why I'm excited to share an episode I originally released two years ago in season 1 with Nikeisah Newton, owner of Meals for Heels in Portland, OR. Nikeisah gained national attention for being Portland's first late night delivery service supporting the sex work and sex positive industries, but she's done so much more as well! Her activism with Black and Brown communities, the LGBTQ community, Black and Brown farmers, local artists and those at the intersections of those communities show that meals for heels it's not just in the community-it's for the community. This week, following the third anniversary of The Food Truck Scholar, I'm flying to Portland to finally meet Nikeisah in person, try her food and celebrate the one month anniversary of her new walk up restaurant. As you can tell by the audio, we've both come a long way and a followup interview is long overdue Thank you to our Season 3 Partners EatOkra- the go to app for finding Black owned food trucks and restaurants!

Meet Janique Edwards, COO / Co-FounderJanique is a team leader with the ability to connect, organize, maximize productivity and improve program efficiency. and started her career with the Department of Homeland Security as a Mission Support Specialist providing administrative support services to smaller subdivisions within the agency. In 2017, she was promoted to the role of a Management and Program Analyst, where she currently uses her skills to examine and execute administrative support programs with the goal of increasing agency productivity.As COO / Co-Founder of EatOkra, Janique focuses on sourcing and managing business data to attract more users, while developing the company's brand identity and mission. The company now includes a team of eight; She oversees the daily operations of the company while also focusing on developing company culture, defining the overall mission and values, revising brand identity, managing team morale, framing business goals, and building strong industry relationships. Janique is a graduate of Herbert H. Lehman College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.EatOkra was founded by husband and wife Anthony Edwards, Jr (CEO) and Janique Edwards (COO) in Brooklyn, NY as a comprehensive, user-friendly Black-owned business directory app that makes Black food and beverage the focal point. EatOkra's mission is to provide a food-themed directory that encourages fellowship through one specific avenue, Black food.Since their 2016 debut, EatOkra has welcomed welcomed 300,000+ users; features 5,700+ Black-owned restaurants, bakeries, cafes, food trucks, bars and wineries across the U.S. are featured on the app and have been featured in the following media outlets: CuisineNoir, Forbes, Fox News Business, NBC New York, People, Thrillist and more.The Edwards reside in Brooklyn, NY with their lovely daughter Bradley.What You'll Learn in this Episode: How Janique and her husband Anthony started Eat OkraDiversity Janique see in Black-owned restaurants nationwideCorporate partnerships and sponsor The Food Truck Scholar and future partnerships and initiatives in the works with Eat Okra Website: https://www.eatokra.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eatokraTheApp---About Us - Women Who Brunch:Women Who Brunch is a community for  women who love connecting, networking, and learning from each other over the most important meal of the week...BRUNCH!Check out our website for updates on events, recipes, brunch spots, product reviews and more or say hi on Instagram!WWB Website: https://womenwhobrunch.comWWB Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenwhobrunch

I was joined by Ariel Smith of The Food Truck Scholar all the way in West Lafayette, Indiana. Visit her online to learn more about the food truck industry and possibly discover your new favorite food truck: https://thefoodtruckscholar.com/ ►AFFILIATE LINKS Get 10% OFF your Blackology Coffee Company order using my link: https://www.blackologycoffeecompany.com/angela Create your own Linq + Get 15% OFF your smart product order: https://bit.ly/3p3UwVa ►Sign Up for the email newsletter: http://anghstudio.hubspotpagebuilder.com/newsletter ►Let's Connect WEBSITE: www.anghstudio.com FB/TW/LinkedIn: @honeyandhustle As a Blackology Coffee Co. & Linq Affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

#034: How incredible would it be to support and build relationships with stakeholders in your favorite industry? To give them a platform to get known and expand their reach?In this episode of Beyond the Culture, Dr. David M. Walker speaks with Ariel D. Smith who's doing just that in the food truck industry, focusing on black-owned ones. She is the founder of The Food Truck Scholar, LLC, and the executive producer of its podcast, which was recently ranked as the number 1 food truck podcast of 2020 and 2019 by FeedSpot. Her podcast invites guests from various backgrounds, identities, regions, and fields to discuss their role in the food truck movement.Listen in to learn about the factors you should think about before starting a food truck business. You will also learn the history of food trucks in America and how modernization is changing the said industry.“Do it afraid and do it for the one.”- Ariel [32:44]What you will learn in this episode: ·       [2:19] Ariel describes her background from Birmingham, Alabama which is known for the Civil Rights Movement.·       [5:55] How Ariel's love for food drove her into a career in the food industry.·       [7:23] She explains she became fascinated with the idea of researching black-owned food trucks.·       [12:48] How she's committed to learning about the food truck industry and providing a platform to support food truck owners. ·       [17:07] The factors you should consider to tap into the opportunity of being a food truck owner.·       [19:20] The old food trucks' stereotypes that go centuries back and how that is changing, to appreciate the industry.·       [21:39] The challenges of social media underutilization and city councils' tension in the food truck industry today. ·       [24:12] Ariel describes the success of her podcast The Food Truck Scholar, which she had initially hesitated to start.·       [27:14] She talks about her inspiration from her great aunt and what people expect of her. ·       [29:38] The books Ariel is reading about black food and inequality. ·       [32:44] Ariels advises you to do it even with your fear and for the one person that will stay till the end. Relevant Links:·       Website: https://thefoodtruckscholar.com/ ·       Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefoodtruckscholar/ Books Mentioned:·       Black Food Matters by Ashanté M. Reese·       It's About Damn Time by Arlan Hamilton

Happy holidays to all! Today we are excited to guest star Ariel D. Smith, who runs The Food Truck Scholar podcast. We open with a chat between co-founders Anne Marie Aigner and Janet Prensky, then talk in-depth with Ariel Smith, and we end the episode with an interview of our departing intern, the beloved Taylor Nasuti! We hope you enjoy listening as you close out the year surrounded by loved ones and delicious foods. Stay safe and wear masks to save lives!And remember: 'Tis the Season to support your local eateries. New Years Resolution: Buy from Food Trucks and Black-owned businesses in your area! Happy bellies, happy hearts. Can't Lose. Also, Dismantle racism. But you'll need lots of fuel, so, as needed, keep circling back to that 1st resolution.

This episode, we welcome Ariel D. Smith from the Food Truck Scholar podcast, where she reveals her research on food trucks, how they are revitalizing communities of color, and their lasting ties to hip hop. We also break down the #Goyaway controversy, Big Boy's new mascot, and finally answer the existential question currently plaguing the internet-is this cake? Mentioned on the show: The Silver Dipper (Ariel recommends the Blueberry Cheesecake flavor): http://www.silverdipper.com/ The Food Truck Scholar: https://thefoodtruckscholar.com/ Cuisine Noir Magazine: https://www.cuisinenoirmag.com/author/arielsmith/ SoulPhoodie: http://soulphoodie.com/ Goober Gear: gooberswag.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/gourmetgoober/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/gourmetgoober/support