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Send us Fan MailChef JKP sits down with Glen Ballis, chef, restaurateur, and one of the most influential figures in modern hospitality.Glen shares his journey from a Greek family in Melbourne to leading kitchens across Thailand, Indonesia, China, Russia, and Dubai. He reflects on the chefs who shaped him, the lessons that came from failure, and how different cultures transformed the way he cooks and leads.They talk about opening restaurants, surviving financial crises, building teams, the realities of running hospitality businesses, and why great food will always be about product, simplicity, and people.This is a conversation about resilience, leadership, travel, and a lifetime spent chasing great food.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Growing up in a Greek household and the food memories that shaped him• Why a dream of becoming a professional cricketer led him into kitchens• The tough lessons learned in Australia's restaurant industry• Moving to Thailand and the leadership mistake that changed his career• Building restaurants across Asia and adapting to different cultures• Opening concepts in Moscow and spending more than two decades in Russia• The philosophy behind INA and cooking with fire in Dubai• Why chef-led restaurants and great produce are the future of hospitalityCHAPTERS03:31 Childhood food memories, Greek family traditions and his mother's cooking11:58 From aspiring cricketer to finding his place in professional kitchens17:52 Moving to Thailand and the leadership lesson that changed everything27:31 Indonesia, Malaysia and how Asia shaped his cooking style37:31 Moscow, Novikov and building a career in Russia47:03 Financial crises, sanctions and the rise of local produce56:34 Why he moved to Dubai and the philosophy behind INA01:15:15 Masters of Fire, the future of restaurants and chef-led hospitality01:29:29 Quick fire round01:41:05 Advice for young chefs entering the industryFOLLOW THE GUESTGlen BallisInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/glen_ballis/FOLLOW THE BUSINESSFundamental Hospitalityhttps://www.instagram.com/fundamentalhospitality/J1 Beach Dubaihttps://www.instagram.com/j1beachdubai/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNFood is memories.

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Send us Fan MailChef JKP sits down with Ben Kouider, Founder of Champavin.Ben shares how he went from engineering and oil and gas to building a business around champagne in the UAE.They talk about Normandy, family food memories, global travel, leaving corporate life, grower champagne, and the biggest mistakes people make when drinking champagne.This is a story about food, reinvention, and understanding champagne beyond the label.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Growing up in Normandy and the food traditions that shaped Ben's childhood• Studying engineering, sales and international commerce• Building a global career in the oil and gas industry• Working across cultures, countries and complex international projects• How travel and food deepened his appreciation for wine and hospitality• Discovering the world of champagne and the growers behind it• Leaving oil and gas to build Champavin in the UAE• The biggest misconceptions people have about champagne todayCHAPTERS03:31 Childhood food memories and his mother's gratin14:15 Science, hip hop and learning how to express himself28:35 The pressure, politics and problem-solving of oil and gas42:55 Building Champavin and bringing grower champagne to the UAE56:44 The biggest champagne mistake people make01:06:13 Champagne education, memberships and building a culture01:18:06 How to choose champagne based on grape, style and taste01:36:38 Quick fire round01:41:49 Advice for people starting their champagne journeyFOLLOW THE GUESTBen KouiderInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/benchampagnes/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNFood is memories.

Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to build a Korean street food brand from a used food truck into a global restaurant business?Chef JKP sits down with Dok Kwon, President & COO of CUPBOP, and Junghun Song, Co-Founder & CEO of CUPBOP.They talk about the early food truck days, Junghun's journey from dance to hospitality, Dok's move from Citadel to restaurants, their Shark Tank pitch, why they walked away from the Mark Cuban deal, and how CUPBOP is scaling across the US, Indonesia, the UAE and beyond.This is a story about Korean food, business, people, and the patience it takes to grow without losing the brand.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Growing up with Korean food and family traditions• Why Junghun gave up his dream of becoming a professional dancer• Dok's journey from Goldman Sachs and Citadel to CUPBOP• The story behind the first CUPBOP food truck in Utah• How the two founders met as customer and entrepreneur• Behind the scenes of their Shark Tank experience• Why they walked away from a deal with Mark Cuban• Scaling CUPBOP across the US, Indonesia, UAE and beyondCHAPTERS00:00 Childhood food memories and family traditions08:30 From dance dreams to discovering hospitality17:00 Wall Street, Citadel and the search for entrepreneurship28:00 Building the first CUPBOP food truck in Utah37:00 How Dok and Junghun became business partners46:00 Shark Tank, $5 million offers and national exposure01:16:00 Franchising, growth and building the right team02:03:00 Leadership lessons, entrepreneurship and what's next for CUPBOPFOLLOW THE GUESTSJunghun SongInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/cupbop4ever/Dok Kwon & CUPBOPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/cupbop/CUPBOP UAEInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/cupbopuae/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNFood is memories.

The Seven Stages of Queer Love: Therapy with Queer Couples, Queer Sex, and the Developmental Model - An Interview with Tom Bruett, LMFT Tom Bruett, LMFT on the seven stages of queer relationship development, the Developmental Model, queer couples therapy, and queer sex. Curt and Katie talk with Tom Bruett, LMFT, founder of the Queer Relationship Institute, about what therapists most often get wrong when working with queer couples, why queer sex is still treated as an asterisk in most sex therapy training, and how the Developmental Model of Relationship Therapy can be expanded to better reflect queer experience. Trained under Drs. Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson, Tom adds two stages to the five-stage Developmental Model: Second Queer Adolescence and Agreement. The expanded seven-stage model gives therapists a clearer way to track differentiation, autonomy, and connection in queer relationships that do not fit the standard "relationship escalator." Tom is the author of The Go-To Relationship Guide for Gay Men: From Honeymoon to Lasting Commitment (Jessica Kingsley Publishers). This is a useful conversation for therapists working with queer couples, sex therapists, couples therapists trained in heteronormative models, and queer therapists looking for better tools and community for this work. In this episode, we discuss: - What therapists most often get wrong with queer couples and queer sex - The Seven Stages of Queer Relationship Development, including Tom's two additions - Why a "second queer adolescence" matters clinically - Mutual interdependence versus codependence in gay male relationships - Minority stress, the relationship escalator, and queer identity formation - How the current political moment is showing up in queer couples therapy - Trauma activation, nervous-system regulation, and slowing the work down - Support for queer therapists working through a difficult cultural moment Timestamps: 02:28 - What therapists get wrong with queer couples and queer sex 04:43 - Sex therapy training and the asterisk problem 08:20 - The Seven Stages of Queer Relationship Development 13:00 - Mutual interdependence versus codependence 17:39 - The relationship escalator and minority stress 21:14 - The current political moment in queer couples therapy 25:18 - Trauma, regulation, and slowing down the work 27:08 - Writing The Go-To Relationship Guide for Gay Men 33:21 - Doing the work on the back end, not asking clients to educate you 34:13 - Where to find Tom and the Queer Relationship Institute Guest Bio: Tom Bruett, LMFT is a therapist, trainer, consultant, and author who works extensively with the queer community. He is the founder of the Queer Relationship Institute, which provides therapy for queer folx and training for therapists who work with queer relationships. Tom has trained under Drs. Ellyn Bader and Peter Pearson in the Developmental Model of Relationship Therapy, which he now trains other therapists in. His book The Go-To Relationship Guide for Gay Men: From Honeymoon to Lasting Commitment is published by JKP. Tom has spoken at national conferences including AASECT. Learn more at www.QueerRelationshipInstitute.com. Full show notes and transcript: mtsgpodcast.com Join the Modern Therapist Community Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mtsgpodcast Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/therapyreimagined Modern Therapist's Survival Guide Creative Credits Voice Over by DW McCann: https://www.facebook.com/McCannDW/ Music by Crystal Grooms Mangano: https://groomsymusic.com/

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when the conversation about water goes far beyond what we drink?Chef JKP sits down with Angie Pająk, CEO of Greentech by Aquacell, for a different kind of episode.From childhood food memories in Poland to studying across four universities, Angie's story moves through hospitality, sustainability, wellness, water technology, plastics, and the challenge of turning big environmental ideas into real action.This is a conversation about water, yes.But also about stress, health, hotels, kitchens, microplastics, climate systems, and why some of the simplest things we use every day may deserve a lot more attention.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Growing up around scientists and water research in Poland• Why Angie never felt she fit inside traditional education• Studying across four universities and living in Italy and the UK• How Aquacell and Greentech started• The relationship between hospitality, water, and wellness• The idea behind wireless water technology• Why plastic, water, and sustainability are deeply connected• Why climate conversations need more action and less talkCHAPTERS00:00 Childhood food memories in Poland08:00 Growing up around scientists and water research16:00 Four universities, Italy, and life in the UK31:00 The beginnings of Aquacell and Greentech44:00 EMF, technology, and modern stress01:02:00 Water technology and hospitality applications01:18:00 Plastic, sustainability, and climate systems02:18:00 Burnout, wellness, and recharging ourselvesFOLLOW THE GUESTAngie PająkInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/slowfoodlife/?hl=enGreentech by AquacellInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/greentech_by_aquacell/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailWhat does it take to turn pressure into purpose before the age of 26?Chef JKP sits down with Shehab Medhat, Chef of Savryn Restaurant in Dubai, whose journey began at 15 with a kitchen job he took just to buy football shoes.From steward to self-taught chef, 35 restaurants in Egypt, Bocuse d'Or Africa, San Pellegrino Young Chef, and winning Top Chef Middle East, his story is built on sacrifice, speed, competition, and relentless work.Now in Dubai, Shehab is building Savryn as a fine dining journey through Africa, shaped by family responsibility, ambition, and the belief that African cuisine deserves a much bigger place on the world stage.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Why Shehab chose kitchens over football at 15• Working across 35 restaurants in Egypt before turning 26• Teaching himself menus, stations, and fine dining techniques• The pressure and obsession behind culinary competitions• Losing Bocuse d'Or Africa by one point and coming back stronger• Winning Top Chef Middle East after years of trying• Building Savryn around African fine dining in Dubai• Why he believes African cuisine deserves global recognitionCHAPTERS00:00 Childhood food memories and growing up in Egypt08:00 Football dreams and starting work young16:00 Becoming a chef at 15 years old29:00 Working across 35 restaurants in Egypt58:00 Bocuse d'Or Africa and competition pressure01:13:00 San Pellegrino Young Chef and Egyptian breakfast01:32:00 Winning Top Chef Middle East01:38:00 Building Savryn and African fine dining in DubaiFOLLOW THE GUESTChef Shehab MedhatInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefshehab/Savryn Dining RoomInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/savryn.diningroomFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when someone who once worked underground in engineering tunnels ends up shaping some of hospitality's most iconic guest experiences?Chef JKP sits down with Samuel Graham, founder and CEO of The LightUp Group, hospitality consultant, nightlife operator, and host of the Tasty Humans podcast.From bartending in London's booming theme restaurant era to managing legendary nightlife venues like Pacha, Samuel shares a career shaped by chaos, people, reinvention, and an obsession with how hospitality makes people feel.At its core, this is a conversation about service. About atmosphere, human connection, leadership under pressure, and why hospitality is ultimately not about food or design, but about understanding people.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Samuel's childhood in the UK and the food memories that stayed with him• How engineering led him underground before hospitality pulled him in• The film Cocktail and the start of his obsession with bartending• Lessons from Rainforest Cafe, Planet Hollywood, and London's service culture• Managing nightlife venues like Pacha and learning leadership under pressure• Why atmosphere, lighting, music, and service shape how guests feel• The thinking behind The LightUp Group and improving guest experience• Tasty Humans, unscripted conversations, and why hospitality is all about peopleCHAPTERS00:00 Childhood food memories and growing up in the UK08:00 School struggles, engineering, and early life lessons18:00 London tunnels, burnout, and changing direction27:00 Discovering bartending and hospitality38:00 Rainforest Cafe, Planet Hollywood, and service culture58:00 Pacha London, nightlife, and leadership under pressure01:16:00 Service standards, atmosphere, and guest experience01:42:00 Tasty Humans, podcasting, and advice for hospitality professionalsFOLLOW THE GUESTSamuel GrahamInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/samuel_f_graham/Tasty Humans Podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/tastyhumanspodcast/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailWhat changes when a three Michelin star restaurant becomes a book?In this episode, Chef JKP sits down with Himanshu Saini and Liam Collens for the launch of The Rise of Indian Food: Recipes Reimagined by Trèsind Studio.This episode goes inside the making of the book.How a three Michelin star restaurant was translated onto the page.How recipes were selected, tested, written, edited, photographed, and made clear for readers outside the kitchen.And how Himanshu's story, Trèsind Studio's philosophy, and Liam's writing came together in one of the most important Indian cookbooks of its time.The book captures five regions of India, more than 50 recipes, and the thinking behind one of Dubai's most celebrated restaurants.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Why the book started and how the idea was pitched• How Trèsind Studio's story became a published cookbook• Why the book is structured around five regions of India• What it took to write recipes from a three Michelin star kitchen• The challenge of making complex dishes clear for readers• How Himanshu chose what to share and what to leave out• Liam's role in shaping the writing and voice of the book• The photography, editing, revisions and publishing process• What the book means for Indian food globally• Advice for young chefs and writersCHAPTERS00:00 Catching up after three Michelin stars08:00 The moment Michelin walked into Trèsind Studio18:00 What the three stars meant for Indian food33:00 How the book idea first started52:00 Why Liam became the co-author01:14:00 Writing the book alongside restaurant service01:28:00 Structuring the book around India's regions01:40:00 Food photography, recipes and publishing edits01:53:00 The title, the design and holding the first copy02:28:00 Quickfire round and advice for chefs and writersORDER THE BOOKThe Rise of Indian FoodPhaidon: https://www.phaidon.com/en-int/products/the-rise-of-indian-food-recipes-reimagined-by-tresind-studio?Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/0bPlAYGeFOLLOW THE GUESTSHimanshu SainiInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefhimanshusaini/Liam CollensInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsliamcollens/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailWhat starts with olives on a kitchen counter becomes a life built around food, travel, stories, and bringing people to the table.Chef JKP sits down with Tiffany Eslick, content and creative director at Spinneys, food writer, podcaster, and founder of Tiff's Table.From climbing onto kitchen counters for olives as a child to leading content across one of the region's most respected food brands, Tiffany shares a path shaped by risk-taking, reinvention, and an enduring obsession with ingredients, stories, and people.At its heart, this is a conversation about craft. About writing with depth, building a point of view, trusting unexpected turns, and how food can become both profession and personal language.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Tiffany's childhood in South Africa and the food memories that shaped her palate• How a path once aimed at law and politics led into publishing, media and storytelling• Lessons from Switzerland, London and learning through discomfort• Her years in magazine publishing and building a career in travel and food journalism• What it was like leading Etihad's in-flight magazines and writing around the world• How she approaches travel writing, pitching stories and finding original angles• Why hiring people better than you can change everything as a leader• The thinking behind Spinneys' content ecosystem, from magazine to social to storytelling• Why she went to Ballymaloe Cookery School and what it changed in her relationship with food• The story behind Tiff's Table, supper clubs, and her dream of a future culinary retreat in GreeceCHAPTERS00:00 Childhood food memories and growing up in South Africa08:00 Switzerland, risk taking and finding a creative path18:00 London, publishing and early career lessons33:00 Travel writing, Etihad and building a global editorial career52:00 Writing craft, pitching ideas and storytelling structure01:14:00 Spinneys, content leadership and building Nourish magazine01:28:00 Ballymaloe and returning to school for food01:40:00 Tiff's Table, supper clubs and cooking as community01:53:00 The future of food media, print and long form storytelling02:28:00 Quick fire round and advice for aspiring writersFOLLOW THE GUESTTiffany EslickInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/tiffany_eslick/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast steps outside the kitchen and into the world of storytelling, with actor, voiceover artist, and video editor Keith Dallison, for a conversation about craft, creativity, and what it really takes to bring stories to life.Chef James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Keith to explore his journey through film, television, and media, from early struggles in education to building a career across acting, editing, and voice. From childhood memories in the English countryside to working on sets and behind the scenes, this conversation uncovers the discipline, curiosity, and resilience behind creative work.At its core, this is a conversation about storytelling, not just as a profession, but as a way of seeing the world, and the parallels between creative industries that demand precision, teamwork, and obsession with detail.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Keith's early life growing up in the UK and how childhood shaped his creative instincts• Why he struggled in school and how that influenced his path into media• The moment storytelling became more important than performance itself• His experience across acting, voiceover work, and video editing• What happens behind the scenes in film and television that most people never see• The discipline required to stay consistent in creative industries• The parallels between hospitality and film, from teamwork to pressure• Why he focuses on the process rather than the final output• Advice for anyone trying to break into film, television, or media• The reality of building a career in storytelling without a fixed roadmapCHAPTERS00:00 Childhood memories, growing up around food and family04:00 School struggles and early life in the UK10:00 Finding his way into media and storytelling18:00 Acting, voiceover work, and life behind the camera27:00 The process of storytelling and creative discipline39:00 Film, television, and what people don't see behind the scenes53:00 Parallels between hospitality and media industries01:10:00 Advice for aspiring actors and creatives01:16:00 The reality of staying consistent in creative work01:28:00 Quick fire round and reflections on storytellingFOLLOW THE GUESTKeith DallisonInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/kidallison/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Chef Alvin Leung, better known around the world as The Demon Chef, for a conversation about reinvention, ambition, creativity, and the unconventional road that took him from engineering into the highest levels of global gastronomy.Chef James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Alvin, founder of Demon Duck, three Michelin-starred restaurateur, chef and MasterChef Canada judge, to unpack his remarkable journey from growing up in Canada, to working for years as an engineer, to teaching himself how to cook and eventually building one of the most distinctive culinary careers in the world.At its core, this is a conversation about courage, self-belief, and building your own path even when it looks nothing like everyone else's.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Alvin's childhood food memories and why bad home cooking pushed him to learn for himself• How he spent nearly two decades working as an engineer before becoming a chef• Why discovering Michelin-star dining in his forties changed everything• The story of opening his first restaurant during SARS in Hong Kong• How he found an unconventional shortcut into fine dining without classical culinary training• His thoughts on talent, passion, hard work, luck, and what really drives success• What MasterChef taught him about judging, potential, and mentoring future chefs• Why taste is still king, no matter the format, pressure, or platform• How he thinks about leadership, team culture, and getting the best out of people• His view on Michelin stars, legacy, and the evolving dining scene in DubaiCHAPTERS00:00 Alvin's childhood food memory and the instant noodles that made him start cooking04:00 Engineering, family expectations, and why becoming a chef came much later10:00 Discovering Michelin dining for the first time and rethinking what was possible18:00 Opening his first restaurant in Hong Kong during SARS27:00 Success, failure, stubbornness, and what kept pushing him forward39:00 MasterChef, judging talent, and why he is tough but fair53:00 Building teams, leadership, and creating the right kitchen culture01:10:00 Michelin stars, losing and winning with grace, and what accolades really mean01:16:00 How he sees the growth of Dubai's dining scene01:28:00 Quick fire round, food heroes, MasterChef advice, and why people need to season properlyFOLLOW THE GUESTChef Alvin LeungInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefalvinleung/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Saradhi Dakara, chef and co-founder of Stellar Society, for a conversation about food, identity, entrepreneurship, and what it truly takes to build something of your own from the ground up.Chef James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Saradhi to trace a journey that began in a small town in Andhra Pradesh, wound through some of Dubai's most high-profile hotel kitchens, and ultimately led to the founding of Oria and a bold new chapter in his career.At its core, this is a conversation about grit, reinvention, and the belief that community, not just cuisine, is what makes a restaurant truly great.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Saradhi's childhood food memories and what a South Indian Sunday really looks like when three families cook together• Why he refused to sit the engineering entrance exam and how that single decision changed everything• How he got shortlisted out of sixty students to join Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai• What it was like arriving in Dubai for the first time and discovering that everything he had learned needed to be unlearned• The mentors who shaped his approach to leadership and proved that teams can be built through love rather than fear• His journey through some of Dubai's most important kitchens and what each one taught him• Why he stepped away from executive chef roles to start something entirely his own• The thinking behind Stellar Society and the founding of Oria, its Mediterranean and Asian-inspired flagship• What nobody tells you about going from chef to restaurateur and why he still introduces himself as a chef, not an owner• His vision for the future of Stellar Society, including upcoming concepts and a restaurant named after his motherCHAPTERS00:00 A young chef in Dubai, the story that sets everything up04:00 Childhood food memories, thali, and Sunday feasts with three families13:00 Family expectations, engineering, and the exam he deliberately skipped25:00 Catering college, the Jumeirah interview, and being asked to sing30:00 Landing in Dubai for the first time and starting from zero37:00 Mentors, molecular gastronomy, and the lessons that never left him52:00 The Marco Pierre White opening at Conrad Dubai and the Michelin world01:16:00 The concept behind Oria, Mediterranean meets Asian, and building a soul into a restaurant01:24:00 From chef to restaurateur and what nobody prepares you for01:51:00 Advice to a 16-year-old Saradhi and the story behind the oyster shell mosaicFOLLOW THE GUESTSaradhi DakaraInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/saradhi_dakara/Oria Restaurant - https://www.instagram.com/orilladxb/Stellar Society - https://www.instagram.com/stellarsocietyofficial/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website: https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast features Laura Lai Coughlin, one of Dubai's most recognizable voices in food media, for a conversation about food, storytelling, journalism, and the path that took her from family kitchens to the centre of the city's dining scene.Chef James Knight-Paccheco sits down with Laura, food writer, presenter, content creator, and host of Best of Dubai, to unpack her journey from growing up with two parents who cooked professionally, to studying marketing, moving to Shanghai, and eventually building her editorial career in Dubai across titles like Explorer and What's On.Laura reflects on rising to Head of Content, why she chose to step away from full-time publishing, and how that opened the door to a more personal chapter of work. The episode also explores the thinking behind Best of Dubai, the changing nature of food media, and why championing chefs, restaurants, and the wider hospitality community matters so much to her.At its core, this is a conversation about instinct, reinvention, and building a career around people, stories, and the culture of food.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Laura's childhood food memories and how growing up with two cook parents shaped her relationship with food• Why she studied marketing, even though storytelling and journalism were always close by• How moving to Shanghai changed her life and opened the door to freelance writing• Why Dubai became home and how her early publishing years shaped her career• What it was like rising through the ranks to become Head of Content at What's On• Why she stepped away from full-time media in 2022 to build something more personal• How Best of Dubai started and why the format connected so quickly• What she has learned from interviewing chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality people across the city• Why Dubai's food community stands out for its support, energy, and collaboration• Her thoughts on the future of dining in Dubai and across the wider Middle EastCHAPTERS00:00 Laura thought she had been cancelled after a Best of Dubai video blew up04:00 Childhood food memories, congee, and growing up around food09:40 Studying marketing, loving theatre, and finding her voice16:40 Moving to Shanghai and the internship that changed everything26:00 Freelance writing and the start of her journalism journey27:30 Moving to Dubai and building her editorial career34:20 Joining What's On and rising to Head of Content45:00 Why she left full-time media in 202249:00 The story behind Best of Dubai and how the series took off01:25:00 Her views on the future of dining in Dubai and across the Middle EastFOLLOW THE GUESTLaura Lai CoughlinInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bylauralai/?hl=enFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website:https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailThis episode of the Chef JKP Podcast brings together two standout names from Dubai's dining scene for a conversation about friendship, entrepreneurship, hospitality, and building something meaningful in a competitive market.Chef James Knight-Paccheco is joined by Chef Neha Mishra, founder of Kinoya, and Panchali Mahendra, CEO of Atelier House Hospitality, for a special dual-guest episode centered around their newest venture together, Tezekuri.Neha shares how a dinner at home, built around hand rolls and conversation, sparked the idea behind the restaurant, while Panchali reflects on why the concept had been on her mind for years and why timing matters so much in hospitality.Together, they speak about protecting friendship while building a business, collaborating without ego, and creating a restaurant with real intention. From the menu and design to the guest journey and hidden vinyl-led martini speakeasy, every detail was shaped with purpose.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• How a dinner party turned into the idea behind Tezekuri• Why Neha Mishra and Panchali Mahendra decided to build together• Protecting friendship while navigating the realities of business• Why specialization matters more than ever in modern hospitality• Designing a Japanese-inspired dining experience in Downtown Dubai• The philosophy behind the hand roll concept and rice-focused menu• Building a restaurant around intention, craft, and discipline• Why they created a hidden vinyl-led martini speakeasy• The role of music, atmosphere, and intimacy in hospitality• The power of supper clubs as testing grounds for concepts• Their thoughts on Dubai's competitive restaurant landscape• Reflections on recognition, 50 Best, and what success really meansCHAPTERS00:00 Friendship, partnership, and what mattered most while building together02:00 Introduction to Neha Mishra, Panchali Mahendra, and Tezekuri04:45 How a dinner party sparked the idea for the restaurant08:45 From first conversation to finding the location and building the concept12:05 Protecting the friendship while building a business together14:35 Designing the space and aligning on aesthetic vision21:10 Building the menu around rice, craft, and Japanese discipline25:45 Hiring the right head chef and creating the right team32:30 The story behind the hidden speakeasy and martini listening room36:20 Why vinyl, music, and intimacy matter to the guest experience46:00 Soft launch feedback, refinement, and opening in a competitive market57:10 50 Best, supper clubs, legacy, and the future of the brandFOLLOW THE GUESTSNeha MishraInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/astoryoffood/Panchali MahendraInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/panchalimahendra/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY VALRHONAValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website: https://www.valrhona.com/en/valrhona-middle-east-africa-and-indiaSUPPORT THE SHOWStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us Fan MailSeason 12 of The Chef JKP Podcast kicks off with a solo episode, bringing you closer to the stories, people, and conversations you'll hear across the season.With 14 episodes ahead, this season features chefs, operators, and industry voices sharing their journeys, decisions, and defining moments inside hospitality.In this opening episode, Chef JKP reflects on what's been happening behind the scenes, shares updates from the industry, and answers questions from listeners around the world, from kitchen culture and leadership to building concepts, handling pressure, and navigating the realities of the business.It's an honest, unfiltered introduction to the perspectives you'll hear throughout Season 12.What You Will Hear in This Episode• What to expect from Season 12 and why it's the biggest yet• Listener Q&A from across the world on real industry challenges• Career decisions that feel risky but change everything• What actually makes a restaurant concept work• Why team culture is everything in a kitchen• The balance between creativity, discipline, and leadership• How chefs think about branding, growth, and standing out• The reality behind awards, recognition, and success• Handling pressure, failure, and tough services• The mindset required to sustain a long-term career in hospitalityChapters00:00 Welcome to Season 12 and what's ahead00:02 Why this season is extended to 14 episodes00:04 Listener Q&A begins with global questions00:08 Career risks and moving to new markets00:14 Building strong restaurant concepts00:18 Team culture, leadership, and emotional intelligence00:23 Design, branding, and guest experience00:28 Industry insights, awards, and recognition00:35 Handling pressure, mistakes, and growth00:42 The hardest lessons in hospitality and closing thoughtsProudly Brought to You by ValrhonaValrhona partners with chefs and artisans to elevate chocolate through craftsmanship, innovation, and a commitment to a more sustainable cocoa industry.Website: https://www.valrhona.comSupport the ShowStay hydrated with the Chef JKP thermos flask.Get yours here: https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNFollow Chef JKPInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send a textThis special collaborative episode of the Chef JKP Podcast brings together three voices from different corners of the culinary world for a conversation about identity, storytelling, and the power of food to connect cultures.Chef James Knight-Paccheco is joined by Tasneem Rawat, host of The Café, and legendary South African celebrity chef Jenny Morris, who joins the conversation remotely.Known across South Africa as “The Giggling Gourmet,” Jenny Morris has spent decades shaping how people experience food through television, books, and culinary storytelling. Her journey reflects a deep commitment to celebrating African ingredients, preserving culinary heritage, and making food accessible, joyful, and deeply human.In this episode, the conversation moves beyond recipes and kitchens. It explores the role chefs play as cultural storytellers, the responsibility of representing regional food traditions, and how media has transformed the way chefs connect with audiences around the world.Jenny reflects on building a career in food long before the modern celebrity chef era, navigating television, publishing, and education while staying grounded in authenticity. Tasneem brings her perspective as a media host and interviewer, exploring how conversations around food shape culture, while Chef JKP draws connections between global gastronomy and the evolving culinary identity of the Middle East.At its heart, this episode is about the power of conversation around the table. About laughter, curiosity, and the shared language of food that connects people across continents.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Jenny Morris' journey into the culinary world and becoming a television personality• The rise of food television and how it changed the role of chefs• Preserving African culinary traditions and storytelling through food• The importance of authenticity in media and cooking• How chefs become cultural ambassadors through their work• The role of conversation and storytelling in food media• Perspectives from the Middle East and Africa on culinary identity• Why food remains one of the most powerful connectors between culturesCHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to this collaborative episode03:40 Meeting Jenny Morris and her culinary journey11:20 The rise of food television and media chefs20:10 Preserving African food traditions31:40 Storytelling through cooking43:15 Cultural identity and regional cuisine54:30 Media, audiences, and the evolution of food conversations66:10 Reflections on food, culture, and connectionGet your Chef JKP Thermos today - https://pay.ziina.com/chefjkp/RKwVHDfpNFOLLOW THE GUESTJenny MorrisInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jennymorrischefTasneem RawatInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/thecafewithtasneemFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

We talk with Manchester-based poet Amy about growing up without queer role models, first love with a best friend, and learning to claim “lesbian” with joy. The chat ends with her live poem about a double coming out in Wetherspoons.• childhood in Grimsby with little queer visibility• legacy of Section 28 shaping silent classrooms• first crushes, confusion, and a secret relationship• telling mum and dad in small, human moments• TV and history as lifelines for representation• reclaiming lesbian and standing with trans siblings• haircut, visibility, and letting beauty be ours• poetry from slam urgency to crafted page work• practical advice on safety, timing, and community• live reading: Coming Out In WetherspoonsFollow Amy on Instagram HEREPresented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

Rēzeknis nūvoda pošvaļdeibys 2026. gods budžetā ījāmumi planavuoti vaira nakai 56 milj. 380 tyukstūšys eiro, tok izdavumi – vaira nakai 72 milj. 800 tyukstūšys eiro. Samazynuots finansiejums kulturys jūmā, kaiduos sferuos vēļ teik taupeits i kur naudys īdalaleits vairuok. Rubrikā „Kas nūteik munā sātā?” itamā reizē par jaunū Rēzeknis nūvoda pošvaļdeibys budžetu, par pošvaļdeibys lāmumim amatermuokslys kolektivu vadeituoju atolguojuma vaicuojumā i cytom nūvoda aktualitatem diskutej Rēzeknis nūvoda dūmis prīšksādātuojs Guntars Skudra (JV/Par/Latgales partija/JKP), Rēzeknis nūvoda dūmis deputate Jelena Stepule (LPV), Rēzeknis nūvoda Lūznovys pogosta īdzeivuotuoja i aktiva redzīņa paudieja socialajūs medejūs Ina Tuče i Rēzeknis nūvoda Drycānu pogosta īdzeivuotuoja, organizacejis „Maziča” puorstuove Diāna Saksone.

Send a textFront row at Middle East & North Africa's 50 Best Restaurants 2026, from a night at Mandarin Oriental Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi.There's a certain kind of tension in the air before the list is revealed. The chefs arrive, the teams gather, the community tightens up, and for a few hours, the region's hospitality story sits in one room.In this special event episode, Chef JKP speaks to chefs, restaurateurs, writers, and key voices from across the MENA dining scene, capturing the moments that happen between the flashbulbs. What it means to make the list, why the number is “just a number,” how teams earn recognition, and how the region is evolving from imported concepts to truly homegrown destinations.From quick-fire questions to honest reflections on craft, culture, pressure, and pride, this is a snapshot of a historic night for Middle East hospitality. What You Will Hear in This Episode• Arriving at MENA 50 Best 2026 and the suspense before the reveal• Chefs on what it means to be included, and why teams matter most• The MENA dining landscape and how it compares globally• Writers on the role of awards in putting talent on a world stage• Why the ranking is “just a number,” and what recognition really represents• The shift from imported to homegrown concepts across the region• Community, collaborations, and cooking beyond borders• Standout dishes and moments from chefs across the list Chapters00:00 Welcome from MENA 50 Best 2026 and what to expect from the night00:07 Chef Fabrice on the daily grind and why being recognised “is beautiful”00:15 The real point of 50 Best nights, community, connection, and not over-fixating on the list00:24 Mohamed Orfali on pride, responsibility, and leading the region's food scene forward00:32 A dream moment on stage, the team behind it, and the “could this be real?” reaction00:40 Building restaurants without creating new problems, and how small teams grow into leaders00:49 The reveal is over, a new No.1 is announced, and the room turns electric00:56 Winning brings more eyes and more pressure, and what it takes to keep earning it01:04 What the night represents at its best, unity across cuisines and celebrating each other01:12 The soul of hospitality, love, craft, and why some chefs “deserve” the recognition01:20 A chair's view of the region through food, and the cuisines that shaped their palate01:28 Closing wrap from the night and the final takeaway on where the region is headedProudly Brought to You by Potatoes USAPotatoes USA represents America's potato growers and supports chefs, home cooks, and food lovers with inspiration, nutrition, and creativity.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/potatogoodnessgcc/Website: https://www.potatogoodnessgcc.comFollow The Worlds 50 Best Restaurantshttps://www.instagram.com/theworlds50best/Follow Chef JKPInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us a textWelcome to the third episode of the SNACKS series.SNACKS are short, bite-size episodes from the Chef JKP Podcast, built to spotlight the strongest ideas from our most impactful conversations.In SNACKS Episode 3, Chef JKP brings together insights from Björn Frantzén and Regan Hillyer, exploring leadership, mental resilience, and how emotional state influences performance inside high-pressure kitchens.Björn reflects on leadership from lived experience at the highest level of gastronomy. He speaks about accountability, hiring and training responsibility, and why a leader must first look inward when performance drops. Drawing from his time building world-class restaurants, he explains that what truly separates elite kitchens is not technique alone, but culture, pride, and a team that believes deeply in how and why the work is done.Regan brings a complementary perspective grounded in wellbeing and performance psychology. She breaks down how stress shows up in the body before people are even aware of it, why most leaders miss those signals, and how breath, awareness, and presence directly affect decision-making. She connects leadership to service, explaining why calm is not passive, ego blocks performance, and true leadership is felt more than announced.Together, this SNACK examines why great kitchens rise or fall on the emotional state of the people inside them. From how stress transfers through leadership to how energy carries into food itself, this conversation reframes performance as something shaped long before service begins.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Leadership accountability and owning team performance• Why culture matters more than control• What elite Michelin-level kitchens have in common• Personality, pride, and belief inside great teams• Recognising stress responses in real time• Breath, presence, and decision-making under pressure• Leadership without ego• Why calm is a leadership skill• How energy transfers from kitchen to plate• Creating environments where teams perform with clarityCHAPTERS01:00 Leadership responsibility and accountability03:00 Hiring, training, and owning outcomes05:00 What defines top-level kitchens beyond technique07:00 Culture, pride, and chef personality09:00 Recognising stress in the moment11:00 Breath, presence, and performance13:00 Leadership as service, not ego15:00 Energy, food, and emotional transfer17:00 Final reflections on calm and excellenceFOLLOW THE GUESTSBjörn FrantzénPersonalhttps://www.instagram.com/bjornfrantzenRestaurantshttps://www.instagram.com/restaurantfzn https://www.instagram.com/restaurantzen.sgp https://www.instagram.com/restaurantfrantzenRegan HillyerInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/reganhillyerFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us a textWelcome to the second episode of the SNACKS series.SNACKS are short, bite-size episodes from the Chef JKP Podcast, built to spotlight the strongest ideas from our most impactful conversations.In SNACKS Episode 2, Chef JKP brings together insights from Himanshu Saini and Peggy Pui Ki Li, exploring pressure, recognition, and what really changes after success arrives.Himanshu speaks candidly about what Michelin recognition actually feels like. From the uncertainty of awards season to the pressure that follows, he reflects on how visibility reshapes a restaurant, its guests, and the expectations placed on the chef. He shares the emotional weight of recognition, the responsibility that comes with it, and why peace and patience matter more than chasing the next milestone.Peggy brings a complementary perspective shaped by years of operating at the highest level of hospitality. She breaks down the difference between commercial and fine dining, how attention to detail defines premium experiences, and why leadership, clarity, and mental resilience are essential when operating under constant scrutiny.Together, this SNACK episode explores what happens after recognition. The pressure it brings, the responsibility it creates, and how chefs navigate visibility, expectations, and their own wellbeing without losing focus on the craft.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• What Michelin recognition actually feels like in real time• The pressure that follows awards and global attention• How visibility changes guests, expectations, and business• Mental health challenges after success arrives• Managing distractions outside the kitchen• Leadership through uncertainty and responsibility• Commercial dining versus fine dining operations• Attention to detail at the highest level of hospitality• Developing talent and kitchen culture• Staying grounded while navigating recognitionCHAPTERS01:00 The reality of Michelin announcements03:00 Pressure, nerves, and expectations05:00 Visibility and changing audiences07:00 Managing attention beyond the kitchen09:00 Mental health and balance11:00 Leadership under pressure13:00 Commercial versus fine dining15:00 Talent, culture, and long-term thinking17:00 Final reflections on recognitionFOLLOW THE GUESTSHimanshu SainiInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefhimanshusainiRestauranthttps://www.instagram.com/tresindstudioPeggy Pui Ki LiInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/peggy_p_liFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us a textWelcome to the first episode of the SNACKS series.SNACKS are short, bite-size episodes from the Chef JKP Podcast, built to spotlight the strongest ideas from our most impactful conversations.In Snack Episode 1, Chef JKP brings together insights from the legendary chef Pierre Koffmann and Reim El Houni, offering two perspectives on leadership, craft, and visibility in hospitality.Pierre reflects on building excellence in an era before trends, PR, and performance culture. He shares what it took to shape The Waterside Inn on its rise to three Michelin stars, why a kitchen needs one clear voice, and how originality and restraint defined his approach.Reim brings a modern lens to the conversation with a clear message. If you are not visible, you are invisible. She explains why visibility is now part of the job, how chefs and creatives can turn presence into opportunity, and why preparation, testing ideas, and owning your platform matter more than ever.Together, this SNACK contrasts two generations of excellence. One built quietly through discipline and craft. The other shaped by communication, visibility, and evolving expectations.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Building a Michelin kitchen in a very different era• Life inside The Waterside Inn during its rise to three stars• Leadership, authority, and why one clear voice matters• Cooking without trends, tweezers, or theatrics• Ingredient quality versus presentation culture• Knowing when to back your own taste• Why originality creates attention• Visibility as a modern responsibility• Turning content into real opportunity• What longevity in gastronomy really requiresCHAPTERS 01:00 Michelin kitchens before trends and performance03:00 Leadership at the pass and owning responsibility05:00 Cooking with instinct, seasonality, and restraint07:00 Opening your own restaurant and backing your taste09:00 Originality, risk, and confidence11:00 Visibility and modern expectations13:00 Testing ideas before building them15:00 Creating your own platform17:00 Final reflections on longevityFOLLOW THE GUESTSPierre KoffmannInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pierre.koffmann/https://www.instagram.com/thefoodheroesfamilyReim El HouniInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/reimelhouni/https://www.instagram.com/ti22filmsFOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

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Send us a textSeason 11 closes with a conversation that defines what true creative commitment looks like at the highest level of gastronomy.In this season finale of the Chef JKP Podcast, Chef JKP is joined by Carmen Rueda Hernandez, Executive Pastry Chef of Bricks Dessert and one of the most quietly influential pastry chefs working today.From a small village in the mountains of Spain to the kitchens of El Bulli and The Fat Duck, Carmen's journey is not driven by titles or shortcuts, but by curiosity, discipline, and an uncompromising respect for craft.This conversation traces her evolution from a young cook obsessed with meat and fish to a pastry chef who found her voice through chocolate, research, and storytelling. Carmen speaks candidly about unpaid stages, 14-hour days, creative pressure at the world's most demanding kitchens, and the mental resilience required to grow without losing yourself along the way.She reflects on working during El Bulli's final season, rebuilding The Fat Duck's menu from scratch, leading experimental research kitchens, and why pastry is not about sweetness but about balance, texture, memory, and emotion.The episode also dives deep into her work in Dubai, where she built Bricks as the Middle East's first dessert-only fine dining restaurant. Carmen explains how storytelling shapes every menu, why education is still the biggest challenge, and how trust, repetition, and patience are essential when introducing new ideas to diners.At its core, this is a conversation about mastery. About staying curious. About knowing when to push, when to listen, and why greatness is built slowly, choice by choice.A fitting end to a season focused on growth in all its forms.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• Growing up in rural Spain and developing curiosity through observation• Choosing culinary school over economics on instinct• Discovering pastry through chocolate and laboratory kitchens• The reality of unpaid stages and long working hours• Working at El Bulli during its final season• Discipline, structure, and calm at the world's top kitchens• Rebuilding creativity at The Fat Duck through research and psychology• Leading experimental kitchens under extreme pressure• Competing at the World Chocolate Masters• Why dessert is about balance, not sweetness• Building Bricks as a dessert-only fine dining concept• Advice for young chefs on repetition, patience, and masteryCHAPTERS00:00 Season finale introduction04:10 Childhood food memories and curiosity09:30 Choosing culinary over economics15:20 Early kitchen realities and work ethic22:10 Discovering pastry through chocolate30:40 Moving to France and classical training42:00 Joining El Bulli55:20 Lessons from the world's top kitchen68:10 The Fat Duck and experimental research86:40 Competition mindset and pressure104:30 Creating Bricks in Dubai136:20 Final reflections and advicePROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY POTATOES USAPotatoes USA represents America's potato growers and champions chefs, home cooks, and food lovers across the world. From nutrition to creativity, they continue to show why the potato remains one of the most versatile and essential ingredients in every kitchen.Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/potatogoodnessgcc/Websitehttps://www.potatogoodnessgcc.com/FOLLOW THE GUESTCarmen Rueda HernandezInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefcarmenrueda6GUEST BUSINESSESSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us a textSeason 11 closes with the annual festive conversation that has become a tradition on the Chef JKP Podcast.In this Christmas special, Chef JKP welcomes back two of MENA region's most respected food writers, Courtney Brandt and Liam Collins, for an unfiltered year-end conversation on everything that shaped hospitality, dining, and food culture in 2025.From Michelin milestones and major restaurant openings to media responsibility, service standards, awards fatigue, and the reality behind hype, this episode captures the mood of the industry at a moment of reflection. It is personal, honest, occasionally controversial, and deeply rooted in lived experience.Courtney shares a landmark year that included working with the world's first three Michelin starred Indian restaurant, stepping into beverage culture, and witnessing how global recognition reshapes local pride. Liam reflects on his second year as a father, writing with more intention, and how Dubai continues to evolve from an importer of talent into an exporter of culinary identity.Together, they unpack what truly matters right now. Community over noise. Consistency over spectacle. Thoughtful growth over rushed expansion. And why hospitality still begins and ends with people.This festive special moves effortlessly between industry insight and personal storytelling, touching on Michelin, 50 Best, Tatler, food halls, service culture, PR ethics, neighbourhood dining, underrepresented cuisines, and what 2026 might bring.A conversation that feels like being invited back to the table with family.WHAT YOU WILL HEAR IN THIS EPISODE• The biggest hospitality moments of 2025• Michelin stars, losses, and what they still mean today• Media responsibility and the misuse of “Michelin” language• Why community-led dining is winning over hype• The rise of neighbourhood restaurants and food hubs• Service culture and what truly defines great hospitality• Underrepresented cuisines and where the real innovation lies• PR, influencers, and credibility in modern food media• Festive food memories, traditions, and industry realities• Predictions and hopes for hospitality in 2026CHAPTERS00:00 Festive welcome and setting the tone02:10 A year in review for Courtney and Liam05:30 Family, food memories, and life beyond work12:40 Michelin moments and historic milestones21:30 Awards, recognition, and industry maturity32:20 Openings, closures, and where the market is shifting45:10 PR, media ethics, and inflated expectations58:30 Service culture and what guests truly remember72:40 Community dining, food halls, and neighbourhood growth88:00 Underrepresented cuisines and future opportunities102:10 Predictions for 2026114:30 Festive reflections and gratitude for hospitality teams120:00 Closing thoughts and Christmas wishesPROUDLY BROUGHT TO YOU BY POTATOES USAPotatoes USA represents America's potato growers and champions chefs, home cooks, and food lovers across the world. From nutrition to creativity, they continue to show why the potato remains one of the most versatile and essential ingredients in every kitchen.Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/potatogoodnessgcc/Websitehttps://www.potatogoodnessgcc.com/FOLLOW THE GUESTSCourtney BrandtInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/_courtneybrandt_/Liam CollinsInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/itsliamcollens/FOLLOW CHEF JKPInstagramhttps:/Support the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Send us a textSeason 11 continues with conversations that explore the forces shaping hospitality beyond the kitchen.In this episode, Chef JKP sits down with Georgie Woollam Edwards, Founder of Katch International, a London and Dubai based PR and experiential agency that has helped shape some of the region's most influential restaurant and hotel launches.Georgie's journey moves from early years in theatre and media to studying culture, storytelling, and communication, before building a career across events, PR, and brand strategy. In 2010, she founded Katch in memory of her late sister, grounding the agency in values of honesty, craft, and emotional connection.Today, Katch operates across the UK, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, working behind the scenes on hospitality brands, global restaurant groups, and landmark openings including Atlantis The Royal.This conversation explores what PR really means in modern hospitality. From storytelling and brand positioning to influencer culture, restaurant launches, reintroductions, and why food, consistency, and people matter more than hype.What You Will Hear in This Episode• Childhood memories and early creative influences• Theatre, media, and learning to work behind the scenes• Studying culture, storytelling, and communication• Founding Katch in memory of her sister• Lessons from events and wedding planning• What PR actually means in hospitality today• Influencers, critics, and brand credibility• Launching and reintroducing restaurants in the Middle East• Building loyal teams and strong company culture• Advice for hospitality brands and creativesChapters00:00 Introduction and welcome05:20 Childhood and creative foundations12:40 Theatre, media, and storytelling21:10 Founding Katch and personal purpose32:00 Events, weddings, and hospitality lessons45:30 What PR really means today58:40 Influencers, critics, and credibility72:20 Reintroducing restaurants to the market88:10 Team culture and leadership102:30 Closing reflections and adviceProudly Brought to You by Potatoes USAPotatoes USA represents America's potato growers and inspires chefs, home cooks, and food lovers everywhere. From nutrition to creativity, they show why the humble potato remains one of the most powerful ingredients in every kitchen.Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/potatogoodnessgcc/Websitehttps://www.potatogoodnessgcc.comFollow Georgie Woollam EdwardsInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/georgiewoollams/Follow Katch InternationalInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/katch_int/Websitehttps://katchinternational.com/Follow Chef JKPInstagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chefjkppodcastLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/james-knight-paccheco-447b1b17TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jamesknightpacchecoSupport the showFollow The Chef JKP Podcast on Instagram HERE

Jason and MDV get real about what it means to follow your “personal legend” — a concept from The Alchemist that hits hard when you're balancing fatherhood, leadership, and purpose.From rethinking what success actually looks like to the importance of staying connected with your kids, this one dives into growth, authenticity, and the power of surrounding yourself with strong men.Timestamps:0:00 This thing called Cooperstown3:00 Success is being able to go to every one of your kid's games6:45 Shifting perspective about driving your kid to school8:50 Re-evaluating life and priorities11:00 Don't become roommates with your kids13:00 “It's… 6, 7”14:45 Will your kids want to visit you?15:50 Long-term leadership — it's okay to change direction18:52 Finding your personal legend (The Alchemist)22:20 Bringing men together — connection through fitness26:00 The Men's Club is just different30:37 Finding fulfillment in following your passion, even when it's scary34:40 It all comes down to authenticity35:09 Handling pressure when you make a life change44:00 Why men need to be surrounded by other men47:45 What can we do to help the guys who can't control themselves?49:00 Being a force multiplierThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast!

A goodbye note found on a computer. A father who says, “I don't understand, but I love you.” A marriage that proves joy can grow in places once ruled by fear. From rural West Virginia to an online audience that shows up for humour, makeup, and honesty, we sit with Bobby Jean Spears as he traces a path from secrecy to self-belief.  If you're weighing how and when to come out, you'll find practical advice: start with a trusted friend, build a small circle, and save the family talk for when you feel safe. If you've faced rejection, you'll hear how life can still open up in surprising, ordinary, wonderful ways. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this with someone who needs a reminder that better isn't a slogan; it's a direction we can walk together. Follow Bobby Jean:TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@bobbyjeanspearsIG https://www.instagram.com/itsbobbyjeanspears/  This episode also honours the legacy of Anne Algar, a lesbian trailblazer whose activism for lesbian mums shaped the ground we stand on for so many of us. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

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 The moment Christina saw a woman looking back at her in the mirror changed everything. "I can't really describe the euphoria," she reveals. "It was like finding something I didn't know was missing."Christina's journey began with childhood signs that went unrecognised. Growing up in the 1990s, she always gravitated toward traditionally feminine activities and friendships with girls, yet lacked the framework to understand her identity. When her father bought her football tickets as a treat, she innocently asked, "Have I been really naughty? Is this a punishment?"Her journey took a troubling detour at university when she first approached a GP about gender dysphoria, only to be dismissed with antidepressants that numbed rather than helped. "I was treating a symptom in a very negative, very non-constructive way," Christina reflects. Years passed before the COVID lockdown forced her to confront suppressed feelings and begin her transition in earnest.Coming out proved so challenging that Christina initially wrote letters to friends, unable to verbalise her identity. While most relationships survived her transition, including a remarkable friendship with her supportive ex-wife, others couldn't accept her authentic self. Today, Christina works with trans support groups in Greater Manchester, helping others navigate similar journeys.Her story illuminates the power of persistence through societal barriers and personal doubt. As Christina puts it: "It's a marathon, not a sprint... I never thought I'd be able to get to where I am now." Her experience reminds us that while finding yourself may be difficult, the joy of authenticity makes every step worthwhile. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

Is it true that exercise doesn't help with weight loss? This week, the Home Team takes on the controversial claim and breaks down what the science (and real life) actually say. From the “Burn” book on hunter-gatherer metabolism to modern 30-day challenges, we explore how the body adapts to energy output, the role of non-exercise activity, and what really moves the needle when it comes to shedding fat.But it's not just about the scale. We dig into how training impacts your longevity, muscle density, mental toughness, and overall health—plus where most people get it wrong when they try to “work off” a bad diet.Later in the episode, we shift gears to youth sports, community engagement, and some hilarious detours—including a CEO caught cheating (at a Coldplay concert) and Shane Gillis showing up at the ESPYs.Timestamps:0:00 The “Burn” book: Hunter-gatherer metabolism myths3:30 Your body adapts to movement—baseline expenditure explained6:03 Is nutrition the only thing that matters for weight loss?8:20 Is exercise actually useless? Building a better machine15:30 Do 30-day challenges help or hurt?17:20 Muscle mass, health, and long-term outcomes19:26 Counting calories vs. eating whole foods21:16 The real impact of non-exercise activity (NEAT)28:30 What diets actually work best for weight loss?29:30 Why is obesity so common now?34:20 Where has Dennis been? (Spoiler: youth sports dad duty)37:40 The power of training with people better than you40:09 The spectrum of parental involvement in youth sports41:50 Shane Gillis at the ESPYs—legend45:47 Coldplay, cheating, and corporate drama50:00 What's happening in MMA and boxing right now54:00 Local legends: MDV and Gabe's community projects

When Patrick Patrick Kitana Ettenes bluntly told his father "I suck dick, daddy" at 15 years old, it marked just one turning point in a life brimming with extraordinary challenges and triumphs. Born in Barbados in 1983 to a Dutch father and Trinidadian mother, Patrick's childhood was a paradox of privilege and pain—his father's high-profile security work with prime ministers and diplomats couldn't shield him from relentless bullying due to his feminine expression.Patrick's shocking classroom experiences included teacher-orchestrated "games" where students chased and attacked him, leaving him with bruises and scratches his mother eventually noticed. Despite this trauma, he emerged with an indomitable spirit, eventually leaving Barbados for Cuba on a psychology scholarship at just 15, before settling in Manchester, UK, where he finally found community and acceptance.But life in England wasn't the paradise he hoped for. Patrick survived an abusive relationship that left him homeless, battled substance abuse, contracted HIV, and was diagnosed with early onset dementia in his early thirties. Yet rather than succumbing to these challenges, he transformed them into fuel for activism. Finding no support groups for LGBTQ+ people with dementia, he created them himself, launching the "Bring Dementia Out" initiative with the Alzheimer's Society.Patrick's identity journey is equally compelling—identifying as non-binary and sometimes presenting as female at conferences, he embraces both sides of himself while rejecting the pressure to undergo gender confirmation surgery after learning it might affect his sexual pleasure. His perspective on dementia is particularly remarkable, describing how as his brain degenerates, his empathy and intuition have heightened, giving him what he calls a "superpower" to help others.Have you encountered someone whose resilience fundamentally changed how you view adversity? this extraordinary conversation that will challenge your perspectives on sexuality, gender, disability and the transformative power of turning personal trauma into community advocacy. Read more about Patrick's work and diagnosis herePresented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

What happens when you've spent nearly seven decades hiding your true self? Wendy Cole's story is a testament to courage, resilience, and the transformative power of authenticity.Born in the late 1940s, Wendy knew from age three that she was a girl, despite being assigned male at birth. At ten years old, she bravely dressed in her mother's clothes and declared her truth—only to face threats of psychiatric commitment in 1950s America. Her journey took another painful turn in the 1970s when a psychiatrist called her a "freak" during her second attempt to transition, forcing her back into the closet with what she describes as "padlocks on the inside."For the next 45 years, Wendy lived a life of quiet desperation—marrying, raising children, and building a successful tech career while suppressing her identity through marijuana and psychiatric medications. By 2014, at age 67, she had reached breaking point and was contemplating suicide.Then everything changed. Discovering that medical understanding had evolved and treatment was now available, Wendy finally began her transition in 2015. The transformation was profound—not just emotionally, but physically. She lost 70 pounds, reversed her type 2 diabetes, and found a joy she never thought possible. "Transition saved my life," she tells us simply.Today, Wendy works as a transition mentor, helping others navigate major life changes with her hard-won wisdom. Through her coaching, upcoming books, and podcast "Demystifying the Transgender Journey," she's dedicated to humanizing the transgender experience for the wider world.Her message resonates far beyond the transgender community: "You're never too old to be yourself" and "The joy you'll find on the other side is something you never dreamed possible." Wendy's extraordinary journey proves that authenticity is worth fighting for—no matter how long the wait. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

Welcome back to Coming Out Stories after our six-month hiatus! As our seventh year begins, there have been moments when giving up seemed tempting. But looking at the increasingly hostile world around us, it's clear that now is precisely the time these stories need to be heard.Season Six arrives during a critical period for LGBTQ+ communities worldwide. Here in the UK, the Supreme Court recently ruled that gender is defined by biological sex rather than gender identity, effectively undermining transgender existence and eroding hard-won equal rights. The FA has implemented a ban preventing trans women from playing in sanctioned football matches. Across the Atlantic, similar rollbacks of protections continue. These aren't merely political developments—they represent genuine threats to individuals who already face intense shame, hatred, and bigotry.Our upcoming episodes feature a remarkable collection of voices that capture the full spectrum of the coming out experience. You'll hear from a trans woman describing the euphoria of finally seeing herself in the mirror, a person whose coming out was delayed by years after a mother's casual homophobic comment, someone whose gay awakening came through representation in "Queer as Folk," and many more. Our first episode features Wendy, who attempted to transition in the 1970s but would then wait another 45 years to finally become the woman she is today. Her powerful conversation with her wife from 1978 reveals the personal challenges faced by trans individuals across generations.Follow us on Spotify or your preferred podcast platform, and please consider giving us a five-star rating to help others find these vital stories. Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram at Coming Out Stories Pod for updates and additional content. Share these stories—they might just save someone's life. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

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Welcome to The Dating with Katy Podcast: A Matchmakers Guide to Love and Life with Katy Clark.Are men or women more likely to ghost a person they are dating?Which US city has the most daters ghosting per capita? What percentage of the people out there dating are ghosting others?And is it ever ok for you to ghost someone depending on the situation?(Believe it or not the answer is yes and I'll explain why)In today's solo podcast episode I'll be answering all of these questions and more, Along with exactly how you should navigate a ghosting situation.Get Your High Quality Creatine Here: https://johnskillerprotein.com/product/creatine-taurine/?JKP=50&JKP_Campaign=CreatineGET IN MY NETWORK AND ON EMAIL LIST:https://datingwithkaty.com/pages/work-with-me14 DAYS TO DATING SUCCESS : 14 Day short video coursehttps://datingwithkaty.com/products/14-days-to-dating-successSTYLE YOURSELF CONFIDENT FOR MEN:https://datingwithkaty.com/products/style-yourself-sexy-for-men7 STEPS TO SEXY: Video Course for Women https://datingwithkaty.com/products/live-masterclass-7-steps-to-sexy-for-womenConfidence 101: Video Course for Men: https://datingwithkaty.com/products/confidence-101-master-class-workbook-includedGet my Amazon “Hot Date Night Outfits” and “Man Pad” list's: https://www.amazon.com/shop/datingwithkatyMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingwithkaty/Learn more about my and my company Cinqe Matchmakinghttps://cinqe.com/personnel/katy-clark/

Welcome to The Dating with Katy Podcast: A Matchmakers Guide to Love and Life with Katy Clark.There are sinister forces out there trying to sabotage the lives and relationships of decent people like you and I.And who better to help shine some light on how to navigate such darkness, as today's can't miss podcast guest, Joshua Broome.After a traumatic childhood and growing up to work in the highest levels of the adult film industry,Joshua finally hit rock bottom, and it was time for him to make some changes before something horrible happened.Today this Ex-Porn Star turned pastor shares his incredible story of redemption, Along with the dark “behind the scenes” side of working in porn, and its destructive effects on relationships.Get Your High Quality Creatine Here: https://johnskillerprotein.com/product/creatine-taurine/?JKP=50&JKP_Campaign=CreatineJoshua's Book: https://www.joshuabroome.me/joshuas-bookJoshua's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjoshuabroome/?hl=enGET IN MY NETWORK AND ON EMAIL LIST:https://datingwithkaty.com/pages/work-with-me14 DAYS TO DATING SUCCESS : 14 Day short video coursehttps://datingwithkaty.com/products/14-days-to-dating-successSTYLE YOURSELF CONFIDENT FOR MEN:https://datingwithkaty.com/products/style-yourself-sexy-for-men7 STEPS TO SEXY: Video Course for Women https://datingwithkaty.com/products/live-masterclass-7-steps-to-sexy-for-womenConfidence 101: Video Course for Men: https://datingwithkaty.com/products/confidence-101-master-class-workbook-includedGet my Amazon “Hot Date Night Outfits” and “Man Pad” list's: https://www.amazon.com/shop/datingwithkatyMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingwithkaty/Learn more about my and my company Cinqe Matchmakinghttps://cinqe.com/personnel/katy-clark/

Welcome to The Dating with Katy Podcast: A Matchmakers Guide to Love and Life with Katy Clark.I know that you have some inner healing to do.I know this because everyone does.We all have emotional wounds that have built up and stayed with us since our childhoods and beyond.So today I want to share with you some of the lessons I've learned along my own self healing journey.This is especially important when you find yourself in a relationship,Because this is when the real emotional tests really hit you.And it's so important to learn how to navigate these waters the right way.Join me in today's podcast episode, where I share the self healing lessons I've learned in my marriage so far, and how they can help you too.Get Your High Quality Creatine Here: https://johnskillerprotein.com/product/creatine-taurine/?JKP=50&JKP_Campaign=CreatineGET IN MY NETWORK AND ON EMAIL LIST:https://datingwithkaty.com/pages/work-with-me14 DAYS TO DATING SUCCESS : 14 Day short video coursehttps://datingwithkaty.com/products/14-days-to-dating-successSTYLE YOURSELF CONFIDENT FOR MEN:https://datingwithkaty.com/products/style-yourself-sexy-for-men7 STEPS TO SEXY: Video Course for Women https://datingwithkaty.com/products/live-masterclass-7-steps-to-sexy-for-womenConfidence 101: Video Course for Men: https://datingwithkaty.com/products/confidence-101-master-class-workbook-includedGet my Amazon “Hot Date Night Outfits” and “Man Pad” list's: https://www.amazon.com/shop/datingwithkatyMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingwithkaty/Learn more about my and my company Cinqe Matchmakinghttps://cinqe.com/personnel/katy-clark/

Welcome to The Dating with Katy Podcast: A Matchmakers Guide to Love and Life with Katy Clark! If your relationship is lacking intimacy you need to watch this!Because there is so much you and your partner could be doing to reignite that flame.And it's important to know that you're not alone.As there are so many couples out there struggling with similar issues,Which is why I invited relationship experts Nick and Amy onto the podcast! So don't miss out on this episode because they share some seriously helpful (and sexy) advice!Get Your High Quality Creatine Here: https://johnskillerprotein.com/product/creatine-taurine/?JKP=50&JKP_Campaign=CreatineGET IN MY NETWORK AND ON EMAIL LIST:https://datingwithkaty.com/pages/work-with-me14 DAYS TO DATING SUCCESS : 14 Day short video coursehttps://datingwithkaty.com/products/14-days-to-dating-successSTYLE YOURSELF CONFIDENT FOR MEN:https://datingwithkaty.com/products/style-yourself-sexy-for-men7 STEPS TO SEXY: Video Course for Women https://datingwithkaty.com/products/live-masterclass-7-steps-to-sexy-for-womenConfidence 101: Video Course for Men: https://datingwithkaty.com/products/confidence-101-master-class-workbook-includedGet my Amazon “Hot Date Night Outfits” and “Man Pad” list's: https://www.amazon.com/shop/datingwithkatyMy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/datingwithkaty/Learn more about my and my company Cinqe Matchmakinghttps://cinqe.com/personnel/katy-clark/

Joining Catherine & Pete in S4 Ep4 is stand-up comedian, writer, radio host and podcaster - Pierre Novellie.Pierre is co-host of The Frank Skinner Show on Absolute Radio, and his television appearances include World's Most Dangerous Roads (Dave), The Mash Report (BBC2), and Stand Up Central (Comedy Central). Pierre's first book Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things?: A Comedian's Guide to Autism was published by Bonnier in 2024.In audio, Pierre co-hosts the hit Budpod podcast alongside Phil Wang which has over 3.5million downloads, has performed on The Now Show and The News Quiz (Radio 4), and hosts the BBC Sounds podcast series Obsessed With… SAS: Rogue Heroes. As a writer, Pierre was a regular writer on the rebooted Spitting Image (ITV/Britbox) and has also written on shows including Mock the Week (BBC2), The News Quiz (Radio 4) and The Mash Report (BBC2).One of the UK's most acclaimed live acts, Pierre‘s latest show Must We? saw a sold-out run at the Monkey Barrel at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and was his fourth show to have been placed in the top 20 best-reviewed comedy shows across the entire festival and will tour the UK in 2024. He has released two comedy specials, Quiet Ones and Why Can't I Just Enjoy Things? via US comedy label 800 Pound Gorilla Records which have amassed over half a million views online.Connect with Catherine & Pete⁠⁠Visit Catherine's website ⁠⁠Order Catherine's NEW Book 'Rediscovered: A Compassionate and Courageous Guide for Late Discovered Autistic Women (and their allies) which was published 21st February 2025 by JKP ⁠⁠Contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Catherine Asta⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pete's ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Pete on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy ⁠⁠⁠⁠Untypical⁠⁠⁠⁠Need Post Discovery Support?⁠⁠⁠Join our next 6 week post discovery support circle⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our next 6 week relational space circle⁠⁠⁠⁠Join Catherine's Frequency Circle 1.5 hour Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Late Discovered Club Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore The Asta Community of Professionals ⁠⁠Support our work3 ways you can support the podcast and the work we do...Become a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠member⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠or partner and join our growing community.Buy us a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠coffee.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rate & review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ the show or an episode⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read about our 10 Year Plan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thank you to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Community Partners ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠who are supporting the work that we are doing.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Nordens⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Deborah Bulcock Coaching & Consulting ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠A Tidy Mind⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Growth Pod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hormones On The Blink ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠About the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.thelatediscoveredclub.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Founder & Host Catherine AstaPodcast Editor Caty AvaS4 Guest Co-Host Pete WharmbyMusic by⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Allora⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read more about our impact over the last 2 years ⁠here⁠

How do you stay true to yourself when both society and your own family won't accept you?Kuchenga Shenje is a remarkable trans woman, writer, and journalist, who first understood her true gender identity at just three years old.Kuchenga's story is one of resilience and spiritual strength. Her childhood experiences shed light on the challenges trans folk face in a gender-normative environment and she shares the solace she found in trans representation on 90s talk shows. Kuchenga's story is a powerful testament to preserving your true self against adversity.You can follow Kuchenga on Instagram and X and do visit her website.Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

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In this episode,  meet the hugely successful author Simon James Green.Simon writes books for a YA audience that include vital representation for LGBTQ+ teens.  This has led to his books being vilified and even banned. Simon talks about growing up gay in the UK in the shadow of  Clause 28, a time when  being true to oneself seemed nearly impossible. Simon recounts his personal journey of gradual self-revelation—a roadmap marked by subtle hints and professional expressions rather than a single defining moment. This powerful narrative underscores the importance of visible LGBTQ+ role models and challenges the often unspoken assumption of heteronormativity. We explore the myriad ways people navigate their identities, reminding us all that creating safe spaces for genuine self-expression is vital.We also discuss the ongoing challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community, delving into the resurgence of anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments and the book bans that Simon faces as an author. Oh, and our Emma is getting married!  HUGE congratulations to her and the wonderful Siobhan!Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

Imagine growing up wanting a Barbie doll but feeling afraid to ask for it.In this episode, award-winning author Dean Atta, shares his poignant journey of self-discovery and the courageous story of coming out at 15. Dean reveals the trials and triumphs of navigating childhood and adolescence as a queer individual, offering a heartfelt reflection on his first crush and the strength he found within himself amidst rejection and misunderstanding.Dean talks about the challenges of coming out within a mixed-race family during the 80s and 90s. We also discuss the powerful themes in his memoir, "Person Unlimited," and how cultural heritage has been a cornerstone in his journey toward self-acceptance. The conversation takes a broader look at the impact of LGBT representation in education and the ongoing fight for inclusivity. We discuss the significance of having queer-positive books in school curriculums, the importance of supportive educators, and the role of mental health practices in fostering resilience. Dean shares his personal journey to self-love, emphasizing the importance of nurturing supportive relationships and mental well-being. Presented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

What does it mean to grow up LGBTQ+ in a conservative environment? Jordan Gonsalves is a podcaster and journalist from New York, who shares his deeply personal journey of understanding his sexuality in the conservative suburbs of Houston, Texas. Jordan's reflections on childhood bullying, societal pressures, and the early realization of being different paint a vivid picture of the struggles many LGBTQ+ individuals face during their formative years.Growing up within a devout Catholic family, the fear of being gay led to years of self-suppression, but during an internship in San Francisco, Jordan found freedom in a new city and then support from a fellow gay intern.This episode captures the raw emotions of living a double life and the ultimate release in embracing one's true self. From a transformative conversation by the San Francisco Bay to a revealing trip to India, Jordan's journey towards self-acceptance is compelling. Moreover, the episode celebrates the preservation of queer history, featuring touching stories from the "But We Loved" podcast. Hear from queer elders like Stonewall Riots participant Martin Boyce, whose experiences echo the resilience and courage of the LGBTQ+ community across generations. Join us for a heartfelt and inspiring episode that underscores the power of storytelling and the enduring fight for acceptance and equality.Find Jordan on X and InstagramPresented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

What does the word capable mean to you? My guest, Dr. Deborah Winking, defines a capable person as an individual living a meaning-filled life determined by them and those who love them with the maximum level of autonomy and agency that they can achieve and authentically access. She's on a mission to show that there's a version of capable for every child that is unique to them, and it's what she writes about in her new book, Raising Capable Kids. The 12 Habits Every Parent Needs Regardless of their Child's Label or Challenge. Deborah, an educator, school leader, consultant and researcher, has a Ph.D in Educational Psychology, and is the mother of four children, including one child born with a rare neurological syndrome. She's worn many hats over the course of her career, including working with and advocating for countless children and families, teaching at the New England Center for Autism where she started the first work experience and supported employment program there, and conducting a 5-year evaluation of the New York City Schools Early Childhood Inclusive Education Initiative. She currently works in a public school teaching bilingual disabled learners. In addition to the book we're talking about today, Deborah is also the author of a memoir called Capable: A Story of Triumph For Children the World has Judged as "Different.” But for today's show, Deb shared the story of raising her son Jack and how focusing on the near future, or the next 15 yards as she calls it, helped her stay grounded. We also explored the concept of capable through multiple examples, the role of agency, our vision as parents, and more. I hope you enjoy our conversation!   About Deborah Winking, Ph.D Deborah Winking, Ph.D is the mother of four (including one child born with a rare neurological syndrome), and has worked with and advocated for countless children and families over the years as an educator, school leader, consultant and researcher.  Deborah has a Ph.D in Educational Psychology from the University of Illinois. She taught students with autism at the New England Center for Autism and started the first work experience and supported employment program there; designed the authentic and portfolio assessment program for the Minneapolis Public Schools; conducted the 5 year evaluation of the New York City Schools Early Childhood Inclusive Education Initiative; worked at the University of Washington Center for Educational Leadership training school leaders and teachers across the country in equity based and student centered instructional practices. She currently works in a public school teaching bilingual learners with disabilities. Deborah is the author of two books Capable, and Raising Capable Kids-The 12 Habits Every Parent Needs Regardless of label or Challenge.   Things you'll learn from this episode How parents who are raising their kids to be capable share important mindsets and behaviors What it means to be capable, defined as living a meaningful life with autonomy and agency Why setting a vision of being capable with your child important, and how can it be adjusted as necessary How self-compassion and learning from mistakes are crucial in the parenting journey   Resources mentioned for Raising Capable Kids, Regardless of Diagnosis or Challenge Dr. Deborah Winking's website Raising Capable Kids. The 12 Habits Every Parent Needs Regardless of their Child's Label or Challenge by Dr. Deborah Winking Capable on Facebook Capable on Instagram Email Deborah directly at debwinking@outlook.com Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards on Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World (Tilt Parenting episode) I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards Self-Determination Theory The Art of Case Study Research Go to us.JKP.com and enter the code TiltRCK20 to get Raising Capable Kids for 20% off, plus free shipping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it take to come out after 55 years of hiding your true self? Kevin O'Connor, an author and a gay man found the courage to embrace his identity after decades of living a different life. In this episode, you'll hear Kevin's reflections on his early inklings of being gay in the 1960s, his struggles with authenticity, and the pivotal moment when his youngest son came out at 16, prompting Kevin to finally confront his own buried feelings. This episode delves into the complexities of coming out later in life and the transformative power of embracing your true self.Kevin's unique upbringing in a Victorian house-turned-funeral home provides the backdrop for his memoir "Two Floors Above Grief," Kevin's story isn't just about his personal journey; it's a testament to the evolving landscape of LGBTQ+ acceptance and rights. Find out more about Kevin and his work herePresented by Emma Goswell Produced by Sam Walker We'd love to hear YOUR story. Please get in touch www.comingoutstoriespodcast.com or find us on twitter @ComeOutStories and on Instagram @ComingOutStoriesPod We have a book! Coming Out Stories is available at all major shops now! JKP.com | Queerlit | Waterstones | Amazon Coming Out Stories is a What Goes On Media Production

Welcome to the Marc Cox Morning Show!! Marc & Kim welcome John Lamping, Mark Walters and Rep. Adam Schnelting to discuss: Press corps press JKP about Biden's state of mind  Some states going back to ballot boxes that pose possible ballot stuffing  Biden's mental health  Who will Trump pick as VP Thanks for listening and be sure to check 971talk.com for all the latest news.

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