Podcasts about food52

Today I'm joined by Monique Volz, founder of Ambitious Kitchen, to explore how she built a thriving food blog into a 7-figure business—with a lean team, kids at home, and a strong sense of purpose.We dive into the evolution of her brand, her best-performing growth channels, the funnel that sells her digital product on autopilot, and what the future of food content looks like with AI and SEO shifts.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction01:06 Launching Ambitious Kitchen in 201103:00 First income from ads and sponsored posts05:58 When she knew it could be full-time06:22 What changed with Pinterest & Instagram10:00 Email funnel strategy using Grocer's List14:02 Plans to build a food media company beyond herself21:50 TikTok vs. Instagram for discovery25:34 Inside her full-time team and contractors31:08 Scaling with kids and working in focused blocks42:56 SEO, AI, and where food content is goingIf you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe, share it with your friends, and leave us a review. We read every single one.Learn more about the podcast: https://nathanbarry.com/showFollow Monique:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ambitiouskitchenWebsite: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.comGrocer's List: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/grocers-list/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmbitiousKitchenFollow Nathan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nathanbarryLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathanbarryX: https://twitter.com/nathanbarryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thenathanbarryshowWebsite: https://nathanbarry.comFeatured in this episode:Ambitious Kitchen: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.comThe Ambitious Kitchen Cookbook: https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/cookbook/Kit: https://www.kit.comRaptive: https://raptive.com/Food52: https://food52.com/The Every Girl: https://theeverygirl.com/The Every Mom: https://theeverymom.com/5 Types Of Wealth: https://www.the5typesofwealth.com/#ambitiouskitchen #foodblogger #entrepreneur

Chelsea Erdner is the artist behind Bombabird Ceramics. Chelsea has been working with clay for over two decades, but left her job as a graphic designer in 2017 to pursue Bombabird full-time. What started as a business focused primarily on functional production work has evolved to explore symmetry, clean lines, texture, balance, and repetition. Chelsea enjoys pushing the boundaries of the materials she works with — often piecing multiple wheel-thrown objects together to achieve balance and harmony in a finished shape or adding complex flourishes to a simple form. Since the beginning of Bombabird, Chelsea has prided herself on work that is not only beautiful, but meant to last. She has produced and sold thousands of pieces to folks all over the country, including selling through retailers like Food52 and Schoolhouse Electric. Chelsea's business has seen a lot in its eight years—studio moves, a pandemic, the birth of her first child—but she still wakes up every day feeling incredibly fortunate and inspired to do this work. https://ThePottersCast.com/1131

What do Barstool Sports and Food52 have in common? Visionary leadership, incredible growth, and today's podcast guest, Erika Ayers Badan. After nearly a decade as the CEO of Barstool Sports, turning it into a cultural juggernaut, Erika has taken the reins at Food52, where she's bringing her passion for design, food, and empowering women to the forefront. Tune in as Erika talks managing young teams, shaping resilient work cultures, staying ahead of trends (hello, AI), and the lessons she's carrying from Barstool's locker-room vibes to Food52's stylish kitchen counters. If you're hungry for entrepreneurial insights and brand-building wisdom, this episode is a must-listen. Burnout is bad for employees and business. Spot the signs, tackle the causes, and create a successful workplace: https://bit.ly/4jSaJJq Your workforce is your superpower — but only with the right planning. This webinar shows you how to boost productivity, close skills gaps, and hire a team that thrives: https://bit.ly/4iUbJM7 Topics include: 00:00 – Episode preview and welcome 01:47 – Erika's career journey  04:06 – Pivoting towards women-led workspaces 06:10 – Lessons learned at Barstool  09:07 – Motivating and leading young employees 12:18 – Building company culture 17:34 – Managing diverse teams 18:31 – The importance of feedback 21:32 – Remote work vs. office collaboration 23:16 – Brand-building lessons from Barstool 26:11 – Leveraging digital creators at Food52 27:24 – The role of AI in business growth 29:08 – Wrap up and thank you DISCLAIMER: The information presented in this podcast, and that is further provided by the presenter, should not be considered legal or accounting advice, and should not substitute for legal, accounting, or other professional advice in which the facts and circumstances may warrant. We encourage you to consult legal counsel as it pertains to your own unique situation(s) and/or with any specific legal questions you may have.

Erika Ayers Badan isn't here to polish the truth—she's here to say it louder. In this first of a two-part series, the current CEO of Food52 and former CEO of Barstool Sports breaks down the raw realities behind her debut book, No One Cares About Your Career. From writing on commuter trains to fielding hundreds of workplace questions a week, Erika shares why her advice hits different—because it's honest, hard-earned, and hyper-relevant for a Gen X audience still rewriting the rulebook. This isn't a pep talk. It's a reset.>>The Title That Says It All“It's not just a title—it's the truth.”Erika reveals how No One Cares About Your Career went from a casual comment to the book's heartbeat—and why it resonates across industries, generations, and inboxes.>>When Creativity Gets Crushed“I went from running wild to daily reforecasts and regulatory meetings.”She opens up about the moment corporate structure smothered her spark—and how writing a book on the train became a lifeline back to creative energy.>>The Mid-Chapter Career Book“This isn't for the lost or the legends. It's for the people in the messy middle.”Erika explains who the book is for—and why it's not another glossy manifesto or three-step self-help trick.>>The Five Things That Actually Matter at Work“Who you are. What you offer. How you show up. What you do with your time. And how much you care.”Forget the buzzwords. Erika distills 25 years of media, tech, and executive leadership into five brutally simple career rules.>>Mentoring at Scale“I get 200 questions a week—and I try to answer every one.”She shares how social media became her advice desk, what Gen Z is most worried about, and why transparency—not perfection—is the new leadership currency._____________________Connect with us:Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan  --Chief Change Officer--Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligencefor Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.12 Million+ All-Time Downloads.Reaching 80+ Countries Daily.Global Top 3% Podcast.Top 10 US Business.Top 1 US Careers.>>>140,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.

In the second half of her conversation, Erika Ayers Badan—CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports, board leader, media powerhouse, and author of _No One Cares About Your Career_—lets us behind the curtain. From negotiating screen time as a kid to rewriting the rules as a high-profile executive, she reflects on how grit, autonomy, and unfiltered curiosity shaped everything—from her parenting to her management style. She shares why she no longer chases titles, what failure really teaches us, and why today's “toxic culture” talk often needs more clarity than cancellation. For Gen Xers raising kids, leading teams, or just trying to keep their values intact in a noisy world, this episode is the deep breath you didn't know you needed.>>The Original Streaming Negotiation“My brother and I shared one hour of TV a week. That's how I learned to negotiate.”Erika reflects on the creative, disciplined upbringing that shaped her independence—and how it made her a better leader, dealmaker, and parent.>>Titles Are Overrated. Impact Isn't.“I cared about titles in my 20s. Now I care about purview.”She explains why chasing titles is a trap—and why real career growth is measured in responsibility, resilience, and reach.>>Fail Always Mode“If you feel like you're failing, it means you care—and you're trying something new.”Erika breaks down why failure isn't just tolerable—it's necessary. And why she rewards effort over perfection every time.>>Culture > Buzzwords“I'm allergic to gossip, inertia, and pontificating.”From toxic culture to real collaboration, Erika shares her no-BS filter for building teams that do the work and actually like doing it.>>Gen Alpha, Gen X, and the Parenting Gap“I worry their advantages are actually disadvantages.”She gets honest about parenting kids in a hyper-stimulated world—and why she's racing the clock to instill resilience before the clay hardens._____________________Connect with us:Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan  --Chief Change Officer--Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself.Open a World of Expansive Human Intelligencefor Transformation Gurus, Black Sheep,Unsung Visionaries & Bold Hearts.12 Million+ All-Time Downloads.Reaching 80+ Countries Daily.Global Top 3% Podcast.Top 10 US Business.Top 1 US Careers.>>>140,000+ are outgrowing. Act Today.

In this episode of FoodTech Junkies, host Sharon Cittone sits down with Miriam Ueberall, a seasoned leader with 24 years of experience in the food industry, for a compelling conversation on the systemic changes needed to future-proof our food systems. Miriam shares her insights on the challenges of innovation, the importance of DEI, and the urgent need for consumer-centric sustainability.Together, they explore how corporates and startups can forge stronger collaborations, why digitalization is a game-changer, and how leadership and company culture play pivotal roles in driving transformation. From balancing taste and nutrition with sustainability to preparing the next generation of food leaders, this episode is packed with inspiration, real talk, and forward-looking ideas.______________________________________________________About Miriam: Miriam is a seasoned Food Tech Expert and Senior R&D Leader with over 24 years of experience in advancing the food industry through innovation and technology. She has worked in leadership roles across various multinational FMCG companies, ranging from Unilever to Kraft Heinz to Flora Food group. A visionary at heart, Miriam combines a deep understandingof food science, technology, and consumer and market trends to craft forward-thinking strategies that address today's most complex globalchallenges. With a strong belief that human-centric leadership is key to drive sustainable growth, Miriam brings a track record of delivering market growth via innovation and renovation, pipeline building, organizational transformation, and driving portfolio efficiencies. A staunch advocate for honest and trusted multi-party partnerships, Miriam is convinced that true breakthroughs in food tech can only occur when diverse stakeholders and players across the value chain collaborate transparently, bringing their unique expertise and perspectives to the table, and commit to aligned objectives.As a passionate champion of female empowerment and allyship, Miriam actively works to create inclusive, supportive environments where women can thrive and unleash theirbest self.Episode Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to the Podcast00:32 – Meet Miriam Ueberall: A Powerhouse in Food Innovation01:06 – Miriam's Journey in the Food Industry03:07 – Challenges and Systemic Transformation in the Food Industry07:24 – The Role of Leadership and Partnerships18:10 – Innovation in R&D and Addressing Consumer Needs24:46 – Consumer Education and Building Trust28:47 – Defining Sustainability in the Food Industry29:59 – Practical Steps for Integrating Sustainability34:06 – The Role of Government and Policy in Driving Change36:39 – Leadership and Company Culture in the Food Business41:55 – Grooming the Next Generation of Food Leaders44:54 – The Future of Female Leadership and Inclusivity49:29 – Future Trends and Technologies in Food52:08 – Conclusion and Final Thoughts

We have Ollie to thank for bringing us this ep about a topic near, if not dear: the headache of feeding ourselves and others. (We have to do this multiple times a day?!?!). The app helps you figure out what to cook, makes your grocery list, and *learns what you like*—it's a whole thing, and we're grateful for the robots for helping us with this task. In related topics: our always-on-hand grocery items and supermarket immersive theater.   Stuff always in our pantries/fridges: Chara's Kitchen Barbeque Sauce, Kewpie Roasted Sesame Dressing (the made-in-Japan version!), Mutti Cherry Tomatoes, Bjorn Qorn (related:nutritional yeast), Chaokoh Coconut Milk, The Rice Factory Rice, Painterland Sisters Skyr Yogurt, Portugalia Market tinned fish.    Recipes we love rn include Eric Kim's shredded chicken in the Instant Pot for Food52, Sarah DiGregorio's salmon and kimchi skillet for NYT Cooking, Smitten Kitchen's slow-roasted sweet potatoes, and the tofu sheet-pan dinner from the cookbook Kid in the Kitchen by Melissa Clark,    Two exceptional easy-cooking cookbooks with companion newsletters: What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking by Caroline Chambers and Small Victories by Julia Turshen.   Download Ollie today in the app stores or at ollie.ai/athingortwo to save two of the recipes we're cooking most.   What's your grocery routine looking like? Share with us at 833-632-5463, podcast@athingortwohq.com, @athingortwohq, or in our Geneva.   Let Ollie help you figure out dinner: Download the free app and use the promo code ATHINGORTWO to cook what we're cooking. YAY.

Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, including layoffs at Food52 and Schoolhouse, a new design district in Charleston, and a look back at how Covid changed the industry. Later, John Edelman joins the show to share some updates on Heller. This episode is sponsored by Jaipur LivingLINKSHellerBusiness of Home

In this episode of WORK, Erika breaks down the massive shift happening at Food52 and Schoolhouse. She talks hard choices, layoffs, and the reality of running a business when the numbers don’t add up. She gets into what went wrong, what had to change, and what’s next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you channel authenticity and candor to connect with an increasingly fractured audience? Erika Ayers Badan returns to Rapid Response to reveal the ups, downs, and lessons learned in her first year running the lifestyle brand Food52 – a big pivot from her role as CEO of Barstool Sports. Her new podcast ‘Work' drops advice from her own career, plus hot takes – from generational differences in the office to her surprising case for in-person work. Badan also shares how Food52 is finding its voice around politics, navigating social media, and seeking bright spots in the media business.Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian is joined by Erika Ayers Badan, the CEO of Food52 and former CEO of Barstool Sports, to discuss the nuances of workplace negotiations and the power of authenticity in one's career. Erika shares her journey of negotiating in various industries, from sports entertainment to lifestyle, and highlights the importance of staying true to oneself. The conversation delves deep into how authenticity can be a powerful tool in both personal and professional negotiations, as well as the courage it takes to say no when necessary. Listeners will gain insights into Erika's vast experience in negotiations, her thought process behind tough decisions, and how she navigates complex deal-making scenarios. What will be covered: The significance of authenticity in successful negotiations and career growth. Insights from Erika's personal negotiation experiences, including the sale of Barstool Sports and dealings with major media companies like ESPN. Strategies for setting boundaries and saying no in professional settings. Connect with Erika Ayers Badan Buy the Book: Nobody Cares About Your Career Follow Erika on LinkedIn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company In this episode of Negotiate Anything, host Kwame Christian is joined by Erika Ayers Badan, the CEO of Food52 and former CEO of Barstool Sports, to discuss the nuances of workplace negotiations and the power of authenticity in one's career. Erika shares her journey of negotiating in various industries, from sports entertainment to lifestyle, and highlights the importance of staying true to oneself. The conversation delves deep into how authenticity can be a powerful tool in both personal and professional negotiations, as well as the courage it takes to say no when necessary. Listeners will gain insights into Erika's vast experience in negotiations, her thought process behind tough decisions, and how she navigates complex deal-making scenarios. What will be covered: The significance of authenticity in successful negotiations and career growth. Insights from Erika's personal negotiation experiences, including the sale of Barstool Sports and dealings with major media companies like ESPN. Strategies for setting boundaries and saying no in professional settings. Connect with Erika Ayers Badan Buy the Book: Nobody Cares About Your Career Follow Erika on LinkedIn Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn The Ultimate Negotiation Guide Click here to buy your copy of How To Have Difficult Conversations About Race! Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!

ABOUT INSTANT ITALIAN BEGINNING MONDAY, MARCH 10 AT 9:30PM ET/PT ON A+E NETWORKS' FYI  Continuing A+E Networks' partnership with television personality, author, and philanthropist Rachael Ray and Intentional Content's Free Food Studios, new series "Instant Italian" joins chef, cookbook author, recipe developer, and culinary influencer Anna Francese Gass in the kitchen as she brings a new spin to beloved Italian dishes. The series premieres with back-to-back episodes beginning Monday, March 10 at 9:30pm ET/PT on FYI, as part of A+E Networks'  Home.Made.Nation multi-platform lifestyle programming block.   "I'm really excited for my new cooking series. The tips and techniques I developed to simplify my cherished Italian recipes will make it effortless for anyone to bring a delicious and authentic Italian dinner to the table," said Anna Francese Gass.   In each half hour episode, "Instant Italian" works to take favorite Italian dishes and make them quick and easy for modern home cooks. Drawing on inspiration from her childhood visiting family in Calabria, Anna is known for her ingenious spins on familiar dishes. Whether she is transforming pasta with a snackable fried version (just minutes in an air fryer), perfecting a deeply flavored chicken cacciatore for an easy sheet-pan supper, or putting a creative twist on desserts like affogato mug cake and cannoli icebox cake, Anna is always finding fun and unique ways to update meals while still keeping the flavors true to their roots.   Ahead of the premiere of "Instant Italian" a new episode of "Rachael Ray in Tuscany" will premiere at 9pm ET/PT on FYI. Viewers will join Rachael Ray in the kitchen as she brings delicious Italian specialties from her very own kitchen into her Tuscan villa, utilizing the best local ingredients from the region with her own personal twists.   "Instant Italian" is produced by Free Food Studios for A+E Networks. Executive producers for Free Food Studios are Rachael Ray, Brian Flanagan, Anthony Amoia, and Sean Lee. Executive producers for A+E Networks are Teri Kennedy and Jordan Harman. A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights. Series will be available on demand and to stream on the FYI App and fyi.tv  ANNA FRANCESE GASS BIO  Born in Italy and raised in the U.S., the cuisine of Italy is part of Anna Francese Gass's soul. She graduated from the French Culinary Institute and began her career in the test kitchen of Martha Stewart Living and Food52. Her cookbooks, Heirloom Kitchen: Heritage Recipes and Family Stories from The Tables of Immigrant Women, was a collection of cherished family recipes from around the world published in 2019 and Italian Snacking: Sweet and Savory Snacks for Every Time Of Day were featured on Good Morning America, Today and Rachael Ray. Anna is known for her ingenious takes on traditional Italian dishes, and millions around the world have viewed her Instagram videos at @annafgass. She appears regularly on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Rachael Ray and Access Hollywood, and her recipes are top-rated on New York Times Cooking, Bon Appetit Magazine and the Washington Post.      Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

Welcome back for Part Two with Erika Ayers Badan, CEO of Food52 and former CEO of Barstool Sports. In our last episode, we cracked open her debut book, No One Cares About Your Career, and explored why that's actually good news. Now, we shift gears. Erika gets personal—sharing the experiences that shaped her leadership style, her no-nonsense approach to handling toxic workplaces, and the real-world career advice she gives her own kids (because let's be honest, the world they're stepping into looks nothing like ours did). Key Highlights of Our Interview: Blame It on the Parents? How Childhood Shaped a Love for Teaching and a Struggle with Authority “I really love to teach. I think my parents, who were in education, gave me that. I also have a fairly strange relationship with authority. I think that also comes from my childhood.” Do Titles Really Matter? Confessions of a CEO Who Once Cared A Lot “I don't really care about titles. It's a little bit hypocritical because the CEO is a great title. I did care a lot about titles in the hustle years where I was really trying to advance. You should always endeavour to take on more than you had six months ago. Are you doing the same exact thing you did six months ago, without learning, or growing, or tripping on yourself, or taking on something you didn't know exactly how to do?” Why Failure Is a Good Thing: Tripping Over Yourself Is Part of the Plan What's Your Leadership Style? Finding the Balance Between Boss and Buddy Toxic Workplace or Just a Bad Day? Getting Real About Fixing Office Culture “I think that people throw the term toxic workplace around a lot. I'm not sure what it means anymore. I would try to spend as much time as I can to get specifics – what's going on?” Career Advice for My Teenage Kids: Balancing Business and Life Lessons What's Next After ‘No One Cares'? Teasing the Next Passion Project Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan ______________________ --Chief Change Officer-- Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself. The Global Go-To-Source of Deep Human Intelligence  for Growth Progressives, Visionary Underdogs, Transformation Gurus & Bold Hearts. 5+ Million All-Time Downloads. Reaching 80+ Countries Daily. Global Top 3% Podcast. Top 10 US Business. Top 1 US Careers. >>>100,000+ subscribers are outgrowing. Act Today.

If Erika Ayers Badan's book title, No One Cares About Your Career, made you do a double take—same here. CEO of Food52 and former Barstool Sports exec, Erika has built an impressive career, but she's not here to talk about her LinkedIn page. In Part One, we dig into her book, the lessons behind it, and five game-changing tips for workplace success. Then in Part Two, we step behind the curtain to explore leadership, workplace culture, and what career wisdom she's passing on to the next generation. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Revisiting the Roots: A Walk Down Memory Lane to Discover the Past's Impact on the Present The Brutal Truth Behind ‘No One Cares About Your Career'—How Did Erika Land on That Mic-Drop of a Title? "Nobody's coming to help you. It's up to you to save yourself, grow yourself, push yourself, teach yourself." What Sparked the Inspiration Behind Writing the Book? What Makes This Book a Game Changer in a Sea of Career Guides? Who Is This Book Really For? Unpacking the Audience Behind the Pages "Just because you went to Princeton doesn't mean you have to go work in finance. A lot of times people get caught up in what everyone else thinks they should do. That's the lore. What everyone else thinks they should be and the reality is that nobody's really thinking about you that much. You should do what makes you happy and tell everyone else to jump off a cliff." 30 Years, 5 Simple Lessons: How to Succeed at Work Without the Overwhelm Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan ______________________ --Chief Change Officer-- Change Ambitiously. Outgrow Yourself. The Global Go-To-Source of Deep Human Intelligence  for Growth Progressives, Visionary Underdogs, Transformation Gurus & Bold Hearts. 5+ Million All-Time Downloads. Reaching 80+ Countries Daily. Global Top 3% Podcast. Top 10 US Business. Top 1 US Careers. >>>100,000+ subscribers are outgrowing. Act Today.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work. To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work. To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work. To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work.To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work. To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work.To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most everybody has to work. Most everything has changed about work. Join Erika Badan -- CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career -- as she candidly navigates what’s great about work, what’s terrible at work, and what you need to know to make work, work for you.You're about to hear a clip from the debut episode of Work, where Erika breaks down the realities of work, leadership, and career growth. She shares why she started the podcast, the importance of learning on the job, and why resilience matters in today’s workplace. From the dangers of revenge quitting to hiring insights and generational work-life balance debates, Erika keeps it real with unfiltered advice and guest perspectives. Also decoding corporate jargon, explaining the meaning of EBITDA, and reflections on the challenges of discipline at work.To hear the rest of the episode, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorkwithErikafdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever doubted yourself or wondered how to take your career to the next level, this episode is for you! On this episode of the Women Express! Podcast, Denise and Nia sit down with Erika Ayers Badan, CEO of Food52 and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career, for a candid conversation about success, failure, and taking charge of your own path. Erika shares what it's like leading a dynamic brand like Food52, why lifelong learning and experimentation are key to growth, and how she built a career by betting on herself—no hesitation, no hedging. She talks about embracing failure as a tool for success, setting boundaries while staying authentic, and why the best opportunities come to those willing to take the first step, ready or not.    Check out more from Erika here!  or at https://www.erikaayersbadan.com/book    More from Women Express!  - Check out WE Lead: The Women's Leadership Experience  on Eventbrite!  - Instagram: @women_express_ - Youtube: SpeakingWithImpact  - Denise Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deniseharrington/ - Nia Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/niaharrington/  - Website: www.SpeakingWithImpact.com

Kiera Wright-Ruiz has an impressive resume: food writer with creds in The New York Times and Bon Appétit. Photographer for big-name brands including Taco Bell. Recipe developer for the Japan Times, The Kitchn and Food52. Picture book author.We could go on.But perhaps most impressive is the vulnerability Kiera displays in her latest work, My (Half) Latinx Kitchen. Part cookbook, part memoir, the book explores her multicultural roots through a lens of food. Between mouthwatering recipes, photos and illustrations are personal essays about her mixed heritage (her father is Ecuadorian, and her mother is Korean), father's drug addiction, time in foster care and other personal subjects not usually found in a recipe book. The result is a work that will feed both your body and soul.Dalia chatted with Kiera, who grew up in South Florida and now lives in Tokyo.Related episodes:Talking Seoul Food with Miami's 2 Korean GirlsFor Storyteller Natasha Samreny, Multicultural Family Dinners Set the Table for a Comedy CareerFrom Florida to France: Food Writer Jamie Schler on Cooking with Oranges, French Hotel Life and More

Most everyone dreams of having a successful career that they enjoy and that provides them with the life they desire. But more often than not, many end up settling for less and living day by day unfulfilled. The good news is that having a successful career may be more in your control than you believe. According to Erika Ayers Badan, you're not perfect, work isn't perfect, but you can both be great. She discusses how to be effective in the workplace, love what you do, and get noticed. Erika is the CEO of Food52. She was the first CEO of Barstool Sports, one of the most influential sports, lifestyle, and entertainment media brands on the internet. Erika led the company from a regional blog with 12 employees to a national powerhouse with over 300 employees. She has been named one of Forbes' Most Powerful Women in the U.S. in Sports. Erika has held leading roles at Microsoft, AOL, Demand Media, and Yahoo, and has appeared on CNN, MSNBC, and top podcasts. She is the author of Nobody Cares About Your Career: Why Failure is Good, The Great Ones Play Hurt, and Other Hard Truths. Follow CYACYL: Website: www.cyacyl.com Digital: www.cyacyl.com/digital Upcoming shows: www.cyacyl.com/shows Facebook: www.facebook.com/changeyourattitudechangeyourlife Music: www.purple-planet.com

In episode 641, Laura Arnold teaches us how to set realistic goals for SEO in 2025, staying ahead of AI and algorithm changes. Laura Arnold is a New York City-based Emmy-Nominated Culinary Television Producer, Cookbook Consultant, and award-winning Content Creator with over a decade of experience. She currently is the Supervising Culinary Producer for Food Network's The Kitchen, and has worked previously at ABC's The Chew, DotDash Meredith, Good Housekeeping, Food52, kitchn.com, and with many more brands. After learning about SEO through several food clients and brands over the past several years, she kept hearing from clients that they wished a food media expert had an SEO consultancy. She then founded Dang Good Digital, her own SEO consulting business specifically for food creators and bloggers to help them grow their brands, sites, and social media exposure. In this episode, you'll learn how to analyze your content and niche down to get more traction, why it's worth investing in video, even if it's not perfect, and ways to build a strong community. Key points discussed include: - Niche down your content: Analyze your past year's performance to identify your content strengths and focus on building out those areas. - Experiment with content pillars: Try increasing content in your top-performing areas, like salads, while maintaining a balance of other recipe types. - Research keywords strategically: For newer bloggers, look for high-volume, low-competition keywords to target and build content around. - Adjust your publishing cadence: Aim for 5 new posts and 12 post updates per month, adjusting as needed based on your blog's size and goals. - Write with a conversational tone: Incorporate trigger words and a more personal approach when writing blog post introductions and meta descriptions. - Embrace video content: Experiment with creating simple video content to accompany your blog posts, even using a smartphone. - Build a community presence: Invest time in building a community on 2-3 platforms, such as Instagram and Facebook. - Expect SEO changes: Stay adaptable as search algorithms and AI continue to evolve, focusing on creating high-quality content. - Understand domain authority: While it's important, don't let a low domain authority discourage you, as newer bloggers can still achieve success. Connect with Laura Arnold Website | Instagram

Work with Erika is a new podcast hosted by Erika Badan, CEO of Food52, former CEO of Barstool Sports and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career. Each week, Erika dives into the challenges and realities of modern work - from office dynamics to work-life balance, and everything in between. Join her for candid conversations on how to make work, work for you. Tune in starting January 27th, wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we continue our two-part journey with Erika Ayers Badan, the CEO of Food52 and Barstool Sports' first CEO. From her early roles at Fidelity, Microsoft, AOL, and Yahoo to leading innovative brands, Erika's career is packed with stories and lessons that resonate. In Part One, we delved into her debut book, No One Cares About Your Career, exploring why she wrote it and the practical wisdom it offers for thriving in any workplace. Now, in Part Two, Erika goes deeper—reflecting on her roots, her leadership style, and her take on addressing toxic work environments. Plus, she shares something you won't hear elsewhere: the career advice she gives her middle and high school-aged kids in a world that's constantly changing. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Blame It on the Parents? How Childhood Shaped a Love for Teaching and a Struggle with Authority “I really love to teach. I think my parents, who were in education, gave me that. I also have a fairly strange relationship with authority. I think that also comes from my childhood.” Do Titles Really Matter? Confessions of a CEO Who Once Cared A Lot “I don't really care about titles. It's a little bit hypocritical because the CEO is a great title. I did care a lot about titles in the hustle years where I was really trying to advance. You should always endeavour to take on more than you had six months ago. Are you doing the same exact thing you did six months ago, without learning, or growing, or tripping on yourself, or taking on something you didn't know exactly how to do?” Why Failure Is a Good Thing: Tripping Over Yourself Is Part of the Plan What's Your Leadership Style? Finding the Balance Between Boss and Buddy Toxic Workplace or Just a Bad Day? Getting Real About Fixing Office Culture “I think that people throw the term toxic workplace around a lot. I'm not sure what it means anymore. I would try to spend as much time as I can to get specifics – what's going on?” Career Advice for My Teenage Kids: Balancing Business and Life Lessons What's Next After ‘No One Cares'? Teasing the Next Passion Project Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan ______________________ Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

Erika Ayers Badan, CEO of Food52, joins me for the first part of a compelling two-part series. With a career spanning Barstool Sports, Microsoft, AOL, and Yahoo, Erika is no stranger to bold moves and big titles. But this episode isn't about resumes—it's about stories. Erika's journey is filled with lessons that inspired her first book, No One Cares About Your Career. Intrigued by the title? So was I. In this episode (Part One), we'll dive into her book—why she wrote it, why now, and why this title resonates. We'll also explore five actionable tips anyone can use to succeed at work. In Part Two, we'll step behind the scenes of her life, discussing her upbringing, leadership style, and her take on toxic work cultures. Plus, she'll share the advice she's giving her own kids about thriving in today's fast-changing world. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Revisiting the Roots: A Walk Down Memory Lane to Discover the Past's Impact on the Present The Brutal Truth Behind ‘No One Cares About Your Career'—How Did Erika Land on That Mic-Drop of a Title? "Nobody's coming to help you. It's up to you to save yourself, grow yourself, push yourself, teach yourself." What Sparked the Inspiration Behind Writing the Book? What Makes This Book a Game Changer in a Sea of Career Guides? Who Is This Book Really For? Unpacking the Audience Behind the Pages "Just because you went to Princeton doesn't mean you have to go work in finance. A lot of times people get caught up in what everyone else thinks they should do. That's the lore. What everyone else thinks they should be and the reality is that nobody's really thinking about you that much. You should do what makes you happy and tell everyone else to jump off a cliff." 30 Years, 5 Simple Lessons: How to Succeed at Work Without the Overwhelm Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan ______________________ Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 2.5% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 3.5 Million+ Downloads 80+ Countries

The hardest truth is often the most liberating: nobody cares about your career—but Erika Ayers Badan is here to show you why that's your superpower. In this episode, Erika reflects on her groundbreaking tenure as CEO of Barstool Sports, the chaos, creativity, and humanity behind its success, and the power of building trust in unconventional places. From navigating criticism to balancing motherhood, leadership, and her own insecurities, Erika's insights are raw, real, and refreshingly honest. Plus, hear how her new role at Food52 and a mission-driven board position are teaching her patience, perspective, and the art of reinvention.Find More Erika:LinkedIn Website InstagramX TikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you. The Best Of Q4 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders: Eliah Drinkwitz, Head football coach at Mizzou Mike Wirth, Chairman and CEO of Chevron Tom Nolan, CEO of Kendra Scott Fawn Weaver, Founder and CEO of Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey John Peyton, CEO of Dine Brands (IHOP, Applebee's, Fuzzy's Taco Shop) Aaron Witt, CEO of BuildWitt Erika Ayers Badan, CEO of Food52 and former CEO of Barstool Sports Scott Harrison, Founder and CEO of charity: water Jeni Britton, Founder of Jeni's Ice Creams Doug Hirsch, Owner of Arizona Drive Pickleball Team and founder of Seneca Capital Jared Belsky, CEO of Acadia Karla Gallardo, Cofounder and CEO of Cuyana ——— FEATURED RESOURCE The How Leaders Lead mobile app Download the app and scale up your leadership skills in under 2 minutes a day

In this special holiday replay, we share a standout conversation of 2024 featuring ex-CEO of Barstool and current head of Food52, Erika Ayers Badan. She shares with Rapid Response why she made a dramatic career pivot — taking over Food52 — and why running Barstool was like “a heart attack every day.” She also explores lessons around cultivating a community of fans, and why, as a leader, “no” is often a better answer than “yes.”Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special holiday replay, we share a standout conversation of 2024 featuring ex-CEO of Barstool and current head of Food52, Erika Ayers Badan. She shares with Rapid Response why she made a dramatic career pivot — taking over Food52 — and why running Barstool was like “a heart attack every day.” She also explores lessons around cultivating a community of fans, and why, as a leader, “no” is often a better answer than “yes.”Visit the Rapid Response website here: https://www.rapidresponseshow.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When Amanda Hesser was pursuing a profession after college, she decided to take the road less traveled and less certain by pursuing a love of traditional methods of cooking in kitchens scattered around Europe. As her passion for cooking and food continued, it started taking her out of the kitchen and into the keyboard which ultimately led to a dream career in food journalism for the New York Times. Landing a job with NYT might be the pinnacle of any career, but after a while Amanda felt pulled to something else. In 2008 she launched Food52, an online community that combines cooking, home goods, and a social network for food lovers. Today we're going to hear more about Amanda's story and how Athletic Brewing has partnered with Food52 to craft our new brew, Host & Toast, a Belgian-style White bursting with flavor. It features sweet Meyer lemon and notes of Grains of Paradise atop herbal and peppery undertones. Whether you enjoy it on its own or elevated in an NA cocktail, it's an easy pick for effortless entertaining. Bring it home and let the hosting begin!You can purchase Host & Toast here. 

Join thousands of other listeners on our Substack, The Foodletter!     In this episode of That Was Delicious, host Brooke Eliason welcomes Amanda Hesser, an iconic food writer, cookbook author, and entrepreneur. Amanda shares her journey from growing up in a food-loving household to becoming a prominent figure in food media, co-founding Food52, and curating the beloved The Essential New York Times Cookbook. The conversation dives into her early experiences at the New York Times, the creation and vision behind Food52, and Amanda's reflections on the evolving relationship between food, community, and storytelling. Listeners will gain insight into Amanda's inspiring career, her thoughts on entrepreneurship, and her love for meaningful food traditions.     Key Takeaways [02:23] Childhood Influence on Food Passion: Amanda's upbringing in a household that prioritized seasonal and homemade food profoundly shaped her love for cooking and her career in food. [06:35] The Legacy of Food Traditions: Amanda's mother's chocolate dump-it cake reflects her family's values of simplicity and creativity, inspiring both her personal and professional life. [11:52] Transition to Food Media: Amanda's pivot from studying finance to pursuing food writing in Europe was driven by her passion for food and willingness to explore unconventional paths. [27:55] Navigating Challenges of Entrepreneurship: Amanda reflects on the risks of leaving the New York Times and the importance of building lasting, meaningful brands like Food52. [28:15] The Essential New York Times Cookbook: Amanda spent five years compiling and testing recipes for this iconic cookbook, capturing over a century of American food culture. [37:25] The Creation of Food52: Amanda and her co-founder envisioned Food52 as a holistic community connecting people through food, blending media, commerce, and education.   Notable Quotes (07:54) “My family's values around food—economy, creativity, and making the best of what you have—became part of who I am and shaped the business of Food52.” (37:31) “Food52 is a gathering place for everyone who believes the kitchen is at the heart of the home and food is the center of a well-lived life.” (46:32) “I would love to relive the meal Julia Child cooked—a rabbit braised in Dijon cream sauce—because I didn't fully absorb just how magnificent she was at the time.”     Resources Visit the official Food52 website Get a copy of Amanda's cookbook, The Essential New York Times Cookbook Follow Food52 on Instagram Follow Female Foodie on Instagram

Send us a textIn this episode of Badass Women in Business, Aggie and Cristy sit down with Erika Ayers Badan, former CEO of Barstool Sports and current CEO of Food52, to discuss the art of balancing ego and insecurity in leadership, navigating the complexities of career transitions, and the power of showing up authentically. Erika shares candid insights from her journey transforming Barstool into a media powerhouse, why she believes failure is a gift, and how to lean into discomfort to find career fulfillment. Whether you're running a startup, thriving in corporate, or planning your next big move, Erika's no-nonsense approach will inspire you to own your career with confidence and grace.Show Notes:Introduction: Erika Ayers Badan, former CEO of Barstool Sports, current CEO of Food52, and author of Nobody Cares About Your Career.Key Insights:Ego and Insecurity: How balancing humility with confidence can open doors and lead to growth.Lessons from Microsoft: The art of saying "no" and the importance of setting boundaries in leadership.Building Barstool Sports: Turning a chaotic startup into a $550 million brand with a predominantly female leadership team.Career Transitions: Why Erika chose to pivot to Food52 and how she's redefining leadership in the homeware and lifestyle space.Community and Connection: Erika's vision for building brands that foster joy and belonging.Feedback and Radical Candor: Why immediate, constructive feedback is essential for growth—at every level of the organization.Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Strategies for silencing self-doubt and betting on yourself.Advice for Listeners:Don't silence your voice—listen to what you need and take action.Work is tuition you're paid for—make the most of every opportunity to learn and grow.Nobody cares about your career more than you do—own it unapologetically.Connect with Erika Ayers Badan:Website: ErikaAyersBadan.comTikTok: @erika_Instagram: @erikaLinkedIn: Erika Ayers BadanDon't miss this honest and inspiring conversation about leadership, resilience, and the journey to finding career happiness.Follow, review, and share!Keep up with more content from Aggie and Cristy here: Facebook: Empowered Women Leaders Instagram: @badass_women_in_business LinkedIn: ProveHer - Badass Women in Business Website: Badasswomeninbusinesspodcast.com

Join us on this special episode where we challenge each other to bake something new from one of the many cookbooks we own, share our upcoming Thanksgiving bakes and sit down with Food52 social media manager, Linsey Sowa to chat about cookbooks.

In this episode, we sit down with Alison Seibert, the visionary founder of The James Collective, a successful PR and integrated marketing agency. Over nearly a decade, Alison has transformed her business from a modest NYC apartment operation into a bicoastal, seven-figure enterprise representing some of the most recognized names in CPG and hospitality, including Food52, Unilever, and emerging brands like Jacobsen Salt Company. Join us as Alison shares her insights on authentic leadership, the importance of work-life integration, and the power of building meaningful relationships in business. The Journey to Success: Alison shares her background and the inspiration behind starting The James Collective. The evolution of her agency and the milestones achieved along the way. Work-Life Integration vs. Balance: Why Alison believes traditional work-life balance is a myth and her approach to integrating work and personal life. Authentic Leadership: The significance of leading a team authentically and how vulnerability fosters a supportive work environment. The Power of Relationships: How valuing relationships can organically drive business success. Tips on nurturing professional connections. The Unsexy Side of Business: Discussing the crucial but often overlooked role of operations in building a sustainable business. The Art of Saying No: How setting boundaries can attract the right opportunities and clients. Overcoming Hurdles: Alison reflects on the biggest challenges she's faced in her career and how she overcame them. Self-Confidence and Leadership: The role of self-confidence in her journey, particularly as a female leader in a traditionally male-dominated space. Life Outside Work: A glimpse into Alison's personal life and interests beyond her professional endeavors. The James Collective Website: thejamescollective.com Follow Alison on Instagram: @thejamescollective How do you define work-life integration in your own life? What strategies do you use to build authentic relationships in your career? Reflect on a time when saying no led to a positive outcome in your professional life. Alison's journey is a testament to the power of authenticity, resilience, and the importance of building strong relationships. Tune in to gain inspiration and actionable insights that can help you navigate your own career path! Connect with Us: Website: www.leadershipisfemale.com Instagram: instagram.com/leadershipisfemale Host Emily's Instagram: instagram.com/leadershipisfemale Key Topics Discussed:Resources Mentioned:Questions for Reflection:Closing Thoughts:Subscribe and leave us a review! Your feedback helps us bring more inspiring stories to you. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leadershipisfemale/support

What does it take to get to the C-suite? In the case of Erika Ayers Badan, the road to the CEO's chair was filled with risk and had plenty of bumps along the way. Earlier in 2024, Erika was appointed CEO of Food52. She's the former CEO of Barstool Sports, where she saw Barstool's rocket ship ascent in the competitive sports media environment. She is also the author of the book “Nobody Cares About Your Career.” In this interview with Erika, she discusses her willingness to take risks, how she thinks about career development, the roles of mentors in assisting her success, her approach to getting over the need to be perfect, and she discusses the CEO's role in cultivating the company culture that will help an organization succeed. Erika Ayers Badan is the CEO of Food52 and the former CEO of Barstool Sports. During her tenure at Barstool from 2016 to 2024, Erika transformed the organization from a regional blog to a national powerhouse operation leading to a 5,000% increase in overall revenue, making it one of the most innovative and successful internet media brands. Before joining Barstool, Erika held several leadership positions in media and technology at Microsoft, AOL, Demand Media, and Yahoo. She has been extensively recognized for her innovation in the industry, including being named one of Forbes' Most Powerful Women in Sports amongst other achievements. Erika currently serves on the boards of the Premier Lacrosse League, Axon Enterprise (AXON), and Malaria No More. She is the author of the book “Nobody Cares About Your Career: Why Failure is Good, The Great Ones Play Hurt and Other Hard Truths.”

When Erika Ayers Badan became the CEO of Barstool Sports, they didn't even have a P&L. Eight years later, they're a media empire and a household name worth over $550 million. Listen to this conversation to get an inside look at how Erika led that effort, and what she's up to now as the CEO of Food52.  You'll also see how Erika leads with honesty and directness. She doesn't shy away from the tough stuff, and that's important if you want to build trust, solve problems, and get people working together toward a big vision.  You'll also learn: The strategy every upstart brand can use to beat the big guy How to get the most out of your creative team members What it takes to build an engaged online following Advice for women who work in male-dominated industries

Erin is a cookbook author, recipe developer, and baker extraordinaire. She started baking as a young girl and put her skills to the test at the Culinary Institute of America. She's now published three award-winning cookbooks, all on baking, and hosts the binge-worthy series Bake It Up A Notch for Food52. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Food Network, Bon Appetit, Food52 just to name a few.    In this episode of That Was Delicious, Brooke and Erin discuss everything you need to know about making fantastic homemade pie from scratch, including best practices for prepping and baking pie dough, rookie mistakes that people make when baking pie, some of Erin's favorite recipes (and her favorite pies for beginners), plus a healthy dose of encouragement for anyone who may be new to pie baking (spoiler alert: you got this!).    Key Takeaways [04:18] Erin's love of pies started with family traditions and bonding moments with her grandmother over pie-making. [08:29] The communal nature of pie makes it an excellent opportunity to bring people together; it is inherently a "shared experience." [12:45] The "Sturdy Pie Challenge" is Erin's way of teaching proper pie-baking techniques to help achieve a stable, sliceable crust without sacrificing tenderness and flakiness. [15:52] The importance of par-baking (partially baking a crust) and blind baking (fully baking a crust) for achieving a sturdy and crispy pie base. [20:00] Chilling dough and understanding the role of butter temperature in achieving a flaky pie crust. [27:45] Allowing pies to cool at room temperature is essential for the pie to properly set and achieve the desired texture, even if patience is required. [35:29] Custard and cream pies are great starting points for beginners, as they are simpler to master compared to fruit pies. [45:55] The joy and creative fulfillment that come from baking, especially making pies, which Erin encourages everyone to explore.   Notable Quotes (06:17) “Pie is really meaningful to me on multiple levels, and I've always wanted to spread the gospel of pie.” – Erin Jeanne McDowell (09:35) “When in doubt, chill it out.” – Erin Jeanne McDowell (32:04) “Don't be afraid of a deeply golden brown crust. There's a big difference between deeply golden and burnt.” – Erin Jeanne McDowell (45:30) “Baking in general is like muscle memory, and the more you do it, the less scary and more automatic it becomes.” – Erin Jeanne McDowell   Resources Watch Erin's @food52 series, Bake It Up A Notch! Buy a copy of Erin's pie cookbook, The Book On Pie Get a copy of Erin's newest cookbook, Savory Baking Follow Erin on Instagram Follow Female Foodie on Instagram

Part Two I'm joined by none other than Erika Ayers Badan, the current CEO of Food52—a leading innovator in the food, cooking, and home space. Before her time at Food52, Erika was the first-ever CEO of Barstool Sports, and her career spans across media, marketing, and tech, with roles at companies like Fidelity, Microsoft, AOL, and Yahoo. On my show, I bring on guests who are willing to share real, lived stories. And Erika has no shortage of those. In fact, she's gathered so many lessons along the way that she decided to write her first book, titled No One Cares About Your Career. When I saw that title, I knew I had to develop a two-part series featuring Erika. In the last episode, we dove into the book—why she wrote it, why now, and why this title. Plus, we'll unpack some key nuggets of wisdom, including five simple things anyone can do to succeed at work. In this episode, Erika will open up about her life and career experiences—her upbringing, her parents, her leadership approach, and even her thoughts on toxic work cultures. And here's something you won't hear in other interviews: What career advice would Erika give her own two middle and high school-aged kids, especially in today's rapidly changing world? Episode Breakdown: 2:42—Blame It on the Parents? How Childhood Shaped a Love for Teaching and a Struggle with Authority “I really love to teach. I think my parents, who were in education, gave me that. I also have a fairly strange relationship with authority. I think that also comes from my childhood.” 7:57—Do Titles Really Matter? Confessions of a CEO Who Once Cared A Lot “I don't really care about titles. It's a little bit hypocritical because the CEO is a great title. I did care a lot about titles in the hustle years where I was really trying to advance. You should always endeavour to take on more than you had six months ago. Are you doing the same exact thing you did six months ago, without learning, or growing, or tripping on yourself, or taking on something you didn't know exactly how to do?” 11:51—Why Failure Is a Good Thing: Tripping Over Yourself Is Part of the Plan 14:47—What's Your Leadership Style? Finding the Balance Between Boss and Buddy 17:07—Toxic Workplace or Just a Bad Day? Getting Real About Fixing Office Culture “I think that people throw the term toxic workplace around a lot. I'm not sure what it means anymore. I would try to spend as much time as I can to get specifics – what's going on?” 20:55—Career Advice for My Teenage Kids: Balancing Business and Life Lessons 25:16—What's Next After ‘No One Cares'? Teasing the Next Passion Project Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. A Globally Modernist Community for Growth Progressives Highest Rankings On Apple Podcasts Charts in Careers #1: US, CAN, MEX, IRE, HUNG, AUST and SWTZ #2-5: GRBR, FRAN, SWDN, GER #2-5: TUR, IND, JPN, SING 1 Million+ Downloads 50+ Countries

Cookbook author and online personality Carolina Gelen is on a mission to share her love of food, which comes into focus in a great new cookbook, Pass the Plate: 100 Delicious, Highly Shareable, Everyday Recipes. Carolina's journey began in Transylvania, Romania, where she was born and raised. In 2021, she immigrated to the United States to pursue her passion for food full time. She is a recipe developer and food content creator with work featured in the New York Times and on the Food Network and Food52. In this episode we hear about Carolina's journey to her debut cookbook and what makes her recipes unique and cookbook-able. I hope you enjoy our conversation.Also on the show, Matt covers four great books being released this fall that are about food, but not quite cookbooks. These include: Why I Cook by Tom Colicchio, Taste in Music: Eating on Tour with Indie Musicians by Alex Bleeker and Luke Pyenson, A Thousand Feasts by Nigel Slater, Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir by Ina Garten.Do you enjoy This Is TASTE? Drop us a review on Apple, or star us on Spotify. We'd love to hear from you. MORE FROM CAROLINA GELEN:Scraps [Substack]Seared Chicken Thighs With Cherry Tomatoes and Olives [NYT]Lemon Olive Oil Cake [official]This Is TASTE 396: Robert Sietsema & Luke Pyenson [TASTE]See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm joined by none other than Erica Ayers Badan, the current CEO of Food52—a leading innovator in the food, cooking, and home space. Before her time at Food52, Erica was the first-ever CEO of Barstool Sports, and her career spans across media, marketing, and tech, with roles at companies like Fidelity, Microsoft, AOL, and Yahoo. But let me be clear—this isn't about interviewing someone with big titles. On my show, I bring on guests who are willing to share real, lived stories. And Erica has no shortage of those. In fact, she's gathered so many lessons along the way that she decided to write her first book, titled No One Cares About Your Career. When I saw that title, I knew I had to develop a two-part series featuring Erica. In this episode, we'll dive into the book—why she wrote it, why now, and why this title. Plus, we'll unpack some key nuggets of wisdom, including five simple things anyone can do to succeed at work. In the next episode, Erica will open up about her life and career experiences—her upbringing, her parents, her leadership approach, and even her thoughts on toxic work cultures. And here's something you won't hear in other interviews: What career advice would Erica give her own two middle and high school-aged kids, especially in today's rapidly changing world? Episode Breakdown: 0:38—A special 2-part series on Erica's book, career, life, and more 4:40—Revisiting the Roots: A Walk Down Memory Lane to Discover the Past's Impact on the Present 8:25—The Brutal Truth Behind ‘No One Cares About Your Career'—How Did Erika Land on That Mic-Drop of a Title? "Nobody's coming to help you. it's up to you to save yourself, grow yourself, push yourself, teach yourself." 12:04—What Sparked the Inspiration Behind Writing the Book? 18:17—What Makes This Book a Game Changer in a Sea of Career Guides? 21:36—Who Is This Book Really For? Unpacking the Audience Behind the Pages "Just because you went to Princeton doesn't mean you have to go work in finance. A lot of times people get caught up in what everyone else thinks they should do. That's the lore. What everyone else thinks they should be and the reality is that nobody's really thinking about you that much. You should do what makes you happy and tell everyone else to jump off a cliff." 25:45—30 Years, 5 Simple Lessons: How to Succeed at Work Without the Overwhelm Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Erika Ayers Badan Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. A Globally Modernist Community for Growth Progressives Highest Rankings On Apple Podcasts Charts in Careers #1: US, CAN, MEX, IRE, HUNG, AUST and SWTZ #2-5: GRBR, FRAN, SWDN, GER #2-5: TUR, IND, JPN, SING 1 Million+ Downloads 50+ Countries

We discuss the Department of Justice's antitrust case against Google as a classic case of fighting the last war. And even if Google's monopoly is dismantled, history shows to be careful of what you wish for because what comes next could be worse. Plus: Airmail's weird business, the struggles at Food52 and why chicken parm is a great American product.Watch us on YouTubeTroy Young's People vs Algorithms newsletterBrian Morrissey's The Rebooting newsletterAlex Schleifer's Universal EntitiesFollow Alex, Brian and Troy on Twitter

If you've been on any corner of the internet in the past decade, then chances are you've heard of Barstool Sports. Since its launch, Barstool has become one of the top ten podcasting publishers in the US thanks in part to Erika Ayers Badan, who served as the company's CEO from 2016 to 2024. An early adopter of internet culture, Erika is always on the cutting edge of content creation, distribution, and monetization. Author of the book Nobody Cares About Your Career, named one of the most powerful women in US sports by Forbes, and now the CEO of Food52, she is leading the world of digital entrepreneurship to the next level. In this interview, we discuss navigating a rapidly changing industry, pushing yourself to make that next big leap, and Erika's advice for those worried about finding the “perfect job”. Don't miss this episode where we talk about:Erika's early career working at Fidelity Investments and how she first became involved in media and marketingHow taking the job nobody wants and going the extra mile can lead to rapid growthBuilding your career one step at a time and being open to the journeyHow Erika got involved in Barstool Sports and helped grow the company into the internet's forefront media juggernautKnowing when to start your next chapter and Erika's new role as CEO of Food52Find Erika Ayers Badan:https://www.food52.comIG: @erikaLinkedIn: Erika Ayers BadanFollow Lydia:www.lydiafenet.comIG: @lydiafenetLinkedIn: Lydia FenetIf you enjoyed this episode and you'd like to help support the podcast, please subscribe and leave a rating and review on Apple or Spotify or where ever you get your podcasts. To stay up to date with Claim Your Confidence and get all the behind-the-scenes content, you can follow us on Instagram and on YouTube.Recorded at The Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center.Thank you for listening.

In episode 588, Megan chats to Laura Arnold about why an SEO content calendar is important for diversifying your brand and how to set it up to improve your rank on Google. Laura Arnold is a New York City-based Emmy-Nominated Culinary Television Producer, Cookbook Consultant, and award-winning Content Creator with over a decade of experience. She currently is the Supervising Culinary Producer for Food Network's The Kitchen, and has worked previously at ABC's The Chew, DotDash Meredith, Good Housekeeping, Food52, kitchn.com, and with many more brands. In this episode, you'll learn more about how to balance new posts with content updates, which keywords to choose, the significance of storytelling and expert phrasing and whether social media is important or not. Key points discussed: - Consistency is key: Maintain consistent SEO efforts and content creation for long-term growth and success. - Manageable workloads: Create a content calendar that fits within your capabilities and resources for sustainable success. - Competitor analysis: Research and understand the top-performing content in a given niche to help you develop effective SEO strategies. - Keyword research and targeting: Identifying high-volume, low-competition keywords is a key step in creating content that resonates with the target audience. - Interlinking and content pillars: Strategically linking related content within posts and building out content pillars can improve site navigation and user experience. - Storytelling and expert phrasing: Balance personal narratives with authoritative language to help engage readers and establish the blogger as an expert in their field. - Performance tracking: Regularly monitoring and analyzing SEO metrics, such as impressions and keyword rankings, can inform content optimization and strategy adjustments. - Social media integration: Leveraging social media platforms to share and promote content can help diversify a brand's digital presence and reach a wider audience. Connect with Laura Arnold Website | Instagram

Imagine the dedication and initiative it takes to turn a small blog into a multimillion-dollar media brand. We know it's not easy, but the habits and hustle required may surprise you. This is what I dive into in this episode with former CEO of Barstool Sports, Erika Ayers Badan.  We discuss how Erika transitioned from leading roles at Barstool to her current position at Food52, the importance of authenticity, learning from failures, and how to cut through information overload. We also discuss the traits that foster success, like persistence, generosity, likability, and hard work compared to “coddle culture” which leaves detrimental effects.  Ranked one of the most influential executives in digital innovation, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle media, Erika Ayers Badan is the CEO of Food52 and the former CEO of Barstool Sports. During her tenure at Barstool from 2016 to 2024, Erika transformed the organization from a regional blog to a national powerhouse operation leading to a 5,000% increase in overall revenue, making it one of the most innovative and successful internet media brands. What We Discuss: Work Life Realness Building Intuition and Grit in Work Navigating the Evolving Digital Landscape Building a Home Lifestyle Brand Key Traits for Success and Generosity Establishing Successful Business Habits …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Erika Ayers Badan: Website: https://www.erikaayersbadan.com/   Instagram: @erika Book: Nobody Cares About Your Career

Controversy, frat house culture, viral moments — when you hear ‘Barstool Sports,' this may be what comes to mind. But former CEO Erika Ayers Badan is here to tell you that the business model that made Barstool into an online cultural juggernaut is replicable and poised to re-shape the food and lifestyle industry. Ayers Badan shares with Rapid Response why she decided to make a dramatic career pivot — taking over Food52 — and why running Barstool was like “a heart attack every day.” She also explores lessons around cultivating a community of fans, and why as a leader, “no” is often a better answer than “yes.”Subscribe to the Rapid Response podcast feed: https://listen.rapidresponseshow.com/SubscribeFor more info, visit: www.rapidresponseshow.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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