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Riding their bicycles for 200 miles in two days, 125 culinary leaders and other supporters of the No Kid Hungry campaign raised a record-setting 1.29 million dollars. Their grit and determination over the years have helped connect more children to the bipartisan, fully-funded Summer Meals programs, increasing participation from 3 million to nearly 19 million kids.Joining us on the site of Chefs Cycle in Bend, OR to share their personal stories of sharing and sacrifice are:Alex Craddock, CMO of Citigroup;Brian Morris, "B-MO", Executive Chef for Hattie B's Hot Chicken;Cory Melanson, Chef of Splendido at the Chateau in Beaver Creek, CO; Micah Klasky, the Executive Chef of The Hive at the21 C Museum Hotel in Bentonville AR; andThe Father-Daughter team of Ted Cizma, Executive Chef of LA Catering and Local Events by David LeFevre, and Elaine Cizma, "restaurant-adjacent" health care technologist.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Jameisha Prescod FRSA. Jameisha is a multidisciplinary artist and writer from South London. With work grounded in a research-based practice, Jameisha explores how culture, identity, black history and colonialism influence the way illnesses are experienced. By combining multiple art forms their work reimagines how disabled stories can be archived in more experimental ways.We discuss disability as depicted in art past and present, the role of art and the artists in the disability rights movement, being told “you look okay to me” and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Jameisha: Instagram: @youlookokaytome YouTube: You Look Okay To Me Website: https://jameishaprescod.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
Ben Rice has been on some kind of magical journey this year, as he continues to establish himself as one of the best hitters in the league. And as he tells Yankees Magazine deputy editor Jon Schwartz on this week's episode, it's all on account of maniacal levels of preparation, in all facets of the game (and of life). “Ben Arroz” has proven to be uniquely capable of connecting teammates in the clubhouse while also offering the offensive firepower the team needs with Aaron Judge out of the lineup, and he talks about his entire process. Then, YES Network's Meredith Marakovits and Jon chat about the latest news in Yankees universe and even give some thoughts on the NBA Finals. Don't forget, the New York Yankees Official Podcast is also available in video form on the Gotham Sports App. Check us out! And if you have questions you'd like Meredith to get answers to, send them to podcast@yankees.com. This week's episode is presented by Ben's Original. This season, Ben's Original is teaming up with Ben Rice to help provide meals and support to kids facing hunger through the No Kid Hungry campaign. Learn more at BensOriginal.com and NoKidHungry.org. This week's episode is presented by Charles Tyrwhitt. Yankees fans can get 30% off everything at Charles Tyrwhitt with offer code BRONX30, in store on online at ctshirts.com. Charles Tyrwhitt — dress well! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Billy Shore speaks with Mayor Daniel Rickenmann of Columbia, South Carolina, Mayor Alyia Gaskins of Alexandria, Virginia, and Aaron Goldstein of Share Our Strength about how local leaders are using practical, bipartisan solutions to fight childhood hunger. The conversation explores why mayors are so effective at solving problems close to home, how housing, transportation, and economic insecurity affect food access, and why local innovation often moves faster than state or federal policy. Mayor Rickenmann shares how Columbia is using partnerships, technology, churches, and community organizations to expand food access, while Mayor Gaskins discusses Alexandria's focus on housing, workforce issues, and the lived reality of hunger in the community. Together, they show how mayors can turn concern into action and build coalitions that make it easier for families to get the support they need.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Emily Gerhardstein. Emily is the CEO and Co-Founder of LS Adaptive™, a mission-driven minority and female owned company utilizing proprietary magnetic technology, Hana Fasteners™, to restore independence and dignity to those with limited mobility, aging, or disabilities. As an FIT graduate, retail veteran, and former caregiver, Emily combined her personal journey with professional expertise to create universal, one-handed dressing solutions.We discuss the disability tax, building a brand at the intersection of fashion and technology and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow LS Adaptive: Instagram: @lsadaptive TikTok: @lsadaptive Website: https://www.lsadaptive.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
The World Cup is like the Olympics, Super Bowl and March Madness all rolled into one — a global event that stops entire countries in their tracks. It gets under way this week and millions of Americans who may not normally watch soccer are suddenly getting curious about what makes the sport so beloved around the world. I discussed it with Nick Greene - who explores the world-wide fascination with this sport in his new book How to Watch Soccer Like a Genius. When school lets out for the summer, many thousands of kids across our country lose access to something families may rely on every day: school breakfasts and lunches. Food security. Rachel Sabella, with No Kid Hunry.ORG, explained how widespread the issue is and what we can do about it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
runDisney training may be between big weekends, but our brains are still in race mode. We start by mapping the season ahead, talking base building, long-run confidence, and how to sneak in hill work even when you live somewhere flat. We also share one of our favorite community rituals: a collaborative Spotify training playlist that turns solo miles into a shared soundtrack and helps you find new “go-to” songs when motivation runs low.Then the mood shifts to the headache a lot of runners felt this week: Princess Half Marathon Weekend registration gets postponed. We talk through what it's like to sit in the queue, how tough it is when people rearrange work and family schedules, and why the added service fee makes the whole thing sting more. We also wrestle with the uncomfortable question: if races keep selling out fast, what pressure would actually lead to better registration tech and clearer communication?From there, we go full gear nerd with a roundtable on running technology. Garmin vs COROS watches, Shokz bone conduction headphones, hydration vests, the Gymboss interval timer for run-walk training, Strava add-ons, and the new gadgets that tempt us, including ENGO sunglasses with a heads-up display. We also share honest buyer's remorse, from fueling experiments that wreck your stomach to lights and accessories that never live up to the ads.We wrap with a spotlight that brings the fun back: Andrew the Puppet Runner joins us to share his free summer virtual race (5K, 10K, and half) and why he's connecting it to fundraising for No Kid Hungry. If you enjoy practical training talk, real world Run Disney updates, and gear advice you can use right away, hit subscribe, share this with a running friend, and leave us a review so more runners can find the Rise and Run family.Puppet Runner Virtual RaceRise and Run LinksRise and Run Podcast Facebook PageRise and Run Podcast InstagramRise and Run Podcast Website and ShopRise and Run PatreonRunningwithalysha Alysha's Run Coaching (Mention Rise And Run and get $10 off)Send us Fan MailSupport the showRise and Run Podcast is supported by our audience. When you make a purchase through one of our affiliate links, we may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.Sponsor LinksMagic Bound Travel Stoked Metabolic CoachingAffiliate LinksThe Start Line Co.Fluffy FizziesMona Moon Naturals Rise and Run Amazon Affiliate Web Page Kawaiian Pizza ApparelGoGuarded
In this week's episode I sat down with Belle Bakst. Belle, is a stylist, fashion editor, content creator and disability advocate. Also known as “Little Fashion Stylist”, her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, InStyle, Harper's Bazaar, Brides, and more.We discuss who is driving the conversations around representation and inclusivity, especially in this new era, the permanence of fashion as an art form, what it means to be whimsical and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Belle: Instagram: @littlefashionstylist TikTok: @littlefashionstylist Substack: Outta SightLearn More About And Support The Fun Eye Fund: https://www.funeyefund.orgFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport the organizers, detainees and their families at Delaney Hall (all links from @feminist):Donate To Family Support Funds: linktr.ee/SupportOurFamiliesDonate to the Commissary Fund: givebutter.com/commissaryfundCall your representative: https://5calls.orgLearn More: indivisible.org/campaigns/dismantling-detentionSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this episode of Add Passion and Stir, Billy Shore speaks with George Kelemen of Share Our Strength and Jennifer Wheeler of Marion County Public Schools in Kentucky about what childhood hunger looks like when school is out for the summer. They discuss how Summer EBT, non-congregate feeding, and local school nutrition teams are helping close the gap for families who rely on school meals during the year. Jennifer shares powerful stories from the ground in Kentucky, while George explains the bipartisan policy work that expanded summer access nationwide. This conversation shows how policy, logistics, and school leadership can work together to feed more kids with dignity and consistency.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Sonia Vera. Sonia is a Venezuelan-born model who is seeking to transform how the disability community is represented and celebrated within the fashion industry. She is a passionate advocate for radical, long-overdue change, using fashion as a platform to normalize inclusion and disability, and to shine a light on the significant and largely overlooked spending power of these communities.We discuss how fashion as an art form has always seen disabled bodies, how the industry can go much further in regards to representation and inclusion, being a part of this year's Met Costume spring exhibition and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Sonia: Instagram: @sonia_veraofficial Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Kate Robinson. Kate built a career spanning retail management and the nonprofit sector, most recently working at Nike, Inc. Now, in an exciting career transition, she is an enthusiastic advocate for creative expression and the power of amplifying individual voices.We discuss her career working at the intersection of sport and fashion, finding community that allows you to be your full self and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Kate: Instagram: @katers02 Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this episode of Add Passion and Stir, host Billy Shore talks with Maureen Conway, vice president at the Aspen Institute and executive director of the Institute's Economic Opportunities Program, and Giselle Veloz, senior program manager of parent engagement and recruitment for LIFT in New York.The conversation explores why ending childhood hunger requires more than food alone — it also means supporting parents, reducing systemic barriers, and creating pathways to economic mobility. Maureen explains how the Aspen Institute's Economic Opportunities Program advances promising policies and practices that help low- and moderate-income people connect to better opportunities and build better lives. Giselle shares how LIFT's coaching, cash infusions, and trust-based support help parents move toward stability. Together, they make the case that poverty is not an individual failure but the result of systems, and that real change comes from policy, partnership, and lived experience. If you care about child hunger, family well-being, or practical solutions to poverty, this is an essential listen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Julie Forrest Wyman. Julie is a filmmaker, writer, and Associate Professor of Cinema and Digital Media at UC Davis. Her work engages issues of embodiment, body image, and the possibilities and problematics of media spectatorship.We discuss her most recent film “The Tallest Dwarf”, the ways in which the bodies of people with dwarfism have been seen and perceived through to the present day and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Watch The Tallest Dwarf:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsoDZ7hu0xg&t=5046s PBS: https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/documentaries/the-tallest-dwarf/Follow Julie: Instagram: @julieforrestwyman Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
On this special Mother's Day 2026 episode of Add Passion and Stir, host Billy Shore and co-host Debbie Shore talk with Lauren Bush Lauren, founder of Feed, and Nance Hastings, chair of the National Mother's Day Council and vice president of the Father's Day Mother's Day Council. Lauren shares how a college experience abroad and time with the World Food Program inspired her to create Feed, which has helped provide more than 128 million meals to children around the world. Nance reflects on a career in beauty and philanthropy, her work leading the Mother's Day and Father's Day Councils, and the impact of fundraising for childhood hunger and family support. Together, they explore why mothers are central to children's health, economic mobility, and long-term well-being, and why access to nutritious food matters just as much as access to food itself. This episode is a celebration of moms, mission-driven leadership, and the power of practical action to help children thrive.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Greetings and welcome to this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast. Appreciate you being here. We're in Tontitown today at Mama Z's talking with owner Jesse Bishop, but before we get to her?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Goat Lab Red has closed in Fayetteville. We'll tell you why. Table Au Centre has opened on the Walmart Campus. They have temporary hours now and we'll tell you why. NWA Burger Week is next week, and Big Daddy's Burgers will be open for it! Food and bev for Crystal Bridges will be outsources, according to Axios NWA. The Bentonville Farmer's Market has been ranked the 4th best in the country. We'll explain the ratings system by the USA Today. There are two new Cureate winners in Northwest Arkansas! No Kid Hungry had another big night in Northwest Arkansas! The DISH event raised BIG money for ACNW! Happy Anniversary to Sidecar in Fayetteville! Want to advertise on Flavors of Northwest Arkansas? Email for info! (FlavorsofNWA@Gmail.com) In today's Flavors Flashback, a local James Beard Best Chef of the South nominee tells you how to make your food taste better! Jesse Bishop is the 3rd generation owner/operator of Mama Z's in Tontitown. Her Nona was Edna Zulpo who started Mama Z's. Jesse has some stories about her and the early days of the restaurant. Jesse will also talk about her path from growing up in the restaurant to owning it. She'll talk about what the hardest part has been. Finally, the food, she'll hit the classics including the national dish of Tontitown, fried chicken and spaghetti. For those that don't know, they also have food that's not Italian and she'll also talk about serving breakfast and lunch. We're talking Mama Z's next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas!
In this week's episode I sat down with Maegan Blau. Maegan is the founder and principal designer of Blue Copper Design, an Arizona based studio recognized for its accessibility forward approach and for pushing the industry beyond minimum standards to create spaces that truly support how people live.We discuss the differences between adaptive and accessible, the importance of blending access and design, and what can be created when accessibility is built into the foundation rather than as an afterthought and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Blue Copper Design: Instagram: @bluecopperdesign TikTok: @bluecopperdesign Website: https://bluecopper.designFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
WE'RE TALKING CHAMPAGNE TODAY!!! Sidenote: I've got on my NWA Burger Week t-shirt – You'll find out more about NWA Burger Week this Friday as we sit with the founder and organizer, Joseph Nguyen who you know as @hangrypedalernwa on Instagram. But today, we're in Bentonville at Muselet, talking with Owner, Executive Chef and Champaign King Aaron Walters, but before we hear form Aaron?? FOOD NEWS!! The World Food Championships happened this weekend at Brightwater. The winner took home $100,000 and almost didn't finish his final plate! We have the VIDEO!! A new Cajun grocery & gift spot opened in Springdale this weekend. We'll tell you about Down the Bayou. There's a new breakfast & lunch spot in Rogers. We'll talk about Velvet Sunrise. Siplab in Bentonville opened their doors to a crowd on Sunday morning! Amorino Gelato is officially open! Home Brewers battled it out at Bentonville Brewing on Saturday to benefits the NWA Women's Shelter. It's almost Chefs' Night for No Kid Hungry – you can still get tickets! Aaron Walters owns and operates Muselet Champagne Bar on 5th Street in Bentonville. An Arkansas native, he talks about how he got into food, because he became a chef before getting into the finer points of Champagne. In fact, he was a private chef for some pretty important people. What's it like being a private chef in Hawaii? Aaron's got some stories. Also, what got him into Champagne, and how many do they stock at Muselet? We talk wine, other beverages, and a delicious food menu in this episode of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.
In this week's episode of Always Looking Up I welcomed back Melanie Waldman. An advocate for disability rights and overall inclusion, Melanie's history & career include sharing her professional connection(s) with a wide range of audiences. In 2025, she launched her platform "Disability Reality Media", which she's taken to Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW. Through her platform, she has been able to interview artists on red carpets across the country. As we are two self-professed Bravo girls, we sat down to discuss disability as a costume as seen in both reality and scripted television. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode on my Patreon will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Melanie: Instagram: @whereswaldman TikTok: @whereswaldmanListen to Disability Reality Podcast: Spotify Apple PodcastsFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
On this episode of Add Passion and Stir, host Billy Shore and co-host Debbie Shore speak with Dr. Katie Queen, a Louisiana pediatrician focused on preventing childhood obesity, and Dr. Rosemarie Allen, a lifelong early childhood and education leader. Together they explore the real-world impact of hunger, food insecurity, inequity, and policy decisions on children's health, learning, and long-term development. The conversation also looks at the first 1,000 days of life, prescription programs for fresh produce, school meals, stigma around food assistance, and why investing in maternal nutrition and early childhood access is one of the most effective ways to improve outcomes for kids. If you care about children's health, education, and public policy, this is a must-listen episode.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're at the Honeycomb Kitchen Shop in downtown Rogers talking with their wine shop director & Ryn bartender Ryan Kalkwarf. We'll be talking about his path to wine, and then, we'll be trying some of his current favorites, so get your notepad ready – but before we talk to Ryan?!?! FOOD NEWS!!! Cura Osteria has passed all of their tests, and gotten permits! They open.... VERY soon! Kilroy Public House officially opens... VERY soon!! Big Daddy's Burgers announced their grand opening for May 1st- we'll tell you when they soft open! It's going to be a big weekend for Down the Bayou in Springdale. We'll hear from owner Shane Acosta. Siplab opens Saturday- we'll tell you about their deals. The 2nd annual Chef's Dinner benefitting No Kid Hungry is going to be HUGE. Get tickets before you can't. We'll tell you how to get them. On this week's Flavors Fashback, we hear how Executiver Chef Sam Walker ended up at Gaskins! Honeycomb Kitchen Shop and Ryn's Ryan Kalkwarf has been in the restaurant food and beverage game for a long time around the US. He'll talk about becoming a chef and what inspired him to get involved with wine. He'll also talk about wine trends, and we'll talk about the future of wine, and how the next generations are approaching it. Also, we'll taste a few trendy wines, and Ryan will give us the low-down on those on this edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Winecast!
In this week's episode I sat down with Isaac Zablocki. Isaac is the Co-Founder and CEO of the ReelAbilities Film Festival, a disability film festival that has developed into a leading independent nonprofit and the premiere global exhibitor of disability-focused cinema. We discuss the beginnings of ReelAbilities and its continued, evolving success, the importance of building community through the watching of films, what we can expect to see and experience at this year's festival and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Learn More About The 2026 ReelAbilities Film Festival: https://reelabilities.org/newyorkFollow ReelAbilities: Instagram: @reelabilitiesny TikTok: @reelabilitiesny YouTube: ReelAbilities InternationalFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this Special Edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're talking to Sam Walker, Executive Chef at Gaskins on Emma as he prepares to host his EPIC No Kid Hungry dinner at the Jones Center. He'll talk about the event, the 20 chefs involved in the undertaking of the event, and the mission of No Kid Hungry. Also, we'll tell you how to get tickets- they've already sold half, so with the event being 2 weeks away, you need to get them now!
In this week's episode of Always Looking Up I sat down with Zach Miller. Zach is a 2x World Champion, 2x Paralympian and 2023 ESPY winner for Best Athlete with a Disability. When he isn't snowboarding, you can find him riding his motorcycle, driving his Supra, or hopping online for some gaming with friends. We discuss how he discovered para snowboarding, the road to Milan and competing at the 2026 Paralympics, being a member of one team, Team USA and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Zach: Instagram: @themountainmillerWatch Nothing To Hide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyT77hwvY7EFollow Culxtured: Instagram: @culxtured TikTok: @culxtured_ Website: https://culxtured.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
About the Show:"It's not a lack of food problem. You know, our country has an abundance of food. It's getting that food to the people that need it." – Chef Sam WalkerHunger doesn't take a day off.For millions of children across the United States—and right here in Arkansas—food insecurity is a daily reality that shapes everything from how well a child sleeps to how clearly they think in school to how much hope they carry into their future.On this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Chef Sam Walker, the chef and owner of Gaskins on Emma in downtown Springdale, to talk about one of the most urgent and quietly persistent challenges facing our communities: making sure every child has enough to eat.Sam's journey from growing up in Little Rock to building a restaurant rooted in hospitality and belonging has given him a front-row seat to both the power of food and the pain of its absence—and he's decided to do something about it.Chef Sam Walker is the kind of cook who understands that food is never just food.It is connection, dignity, memory, and care—all served on a single plate.In this conversation, Sam opens up about how his love for the culinary craft has always been inseparable from his love for people and why that philosophy has drawn him into the fight against childhood hunger in a deep and personal way.From the growing culinary renaissance reshaping Springdale and Northwest Arkansas into a legitimate food destination to the national movement rallying chefs, communities, and everyday people around the No Kid Hungry campaign, this episode is a reminder that the most powerful thing a community can do is feed its children—and that the people leading that charge are often the ones standing behind the stove.Key Takeaways:Community Through Food: Bringing people together around the table builds lasting connections and support for those in need.Tackling Food Insecurity: Northwest Arkansas faces real challenges, but people in the region are stepping up to help.Chef's Night for No Kid Hungry: The event features 20 chefs, aiming to raise $50,000 to ensure kids don't go hungry.Springdale's Culinary Boom: Springdale is now recognized as a hub for outstanding food, thanks to chefs and entrepreneurs committed to growth.Multiple Ways to Help: Whether you buy a ticket, sponsor, or donate, you can be a part of this movement to end child hunger.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Chef's Night for No Kid Hungry – April 26 at the Jones Center, SpringdaleChef Cycle No Kid Hungry: Learn more, donate, or sponsor rides and events Chef Cycle 2026Chef Sam Walker on InstagramChef Sam Walker on LinkedInGaskins on Emma (Springdale's food corridor anchor)Hive at Bentonville – Raised $80,000+ for No Kid HungryMentioned chefs from out of town: Ted Cizma (California), Vinnie Cimino (Ohio), Joe Flamm (Chicago), Rebecca Masson (Texas), Lambert Givens (Boston)Sponsor, donate, or attend via links in the show notes or by emailing hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.com for direct info and connectionsThis episode is sponsored by*FindItNWA.com Try ONBoardNWA.com Today!*Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest ArkansasMentioned in this episode:FindItNWA.com
In this episode of Add Passion and Stir, Billy Shore and Debbie Shore speak with attorney Corey Martin and former DHS attorney Jason Thomas about immigration detention, due process, and what humane policy should look like. Corey reveals the horrifying conditions she has seen inside the immigration detention center for families and children at Dilley, TX. Jason explains how the immigration system works from the government side, and both push for a more just, practical, and human response. To be part of the solution, learn more at the nonprofit law clinic Mass Deportation Defense.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Welcome this this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast! I adore everything about today's podcast. The company, the product, the owner and her story as we're talking today with Angela Bolt from Siloam Syrups... but before we get to her?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Two local spots made the James Beard Awards Final 5 in two categories, and they're both in the same building in Rogers! A No Kid Hungry dinner was announced for Springdale. We have the details. More news about the Kilroy Public House in Rogers! Chuo Izakaya is officially open! Taqueria El Cuervo has officially moved. There will be multiple food options in the new development going up by Gully Park in Fayetteville. 7Brew is coming to the UofA We have the results of the Black Howler Beer Chili Cookoff from the weekend! Happy anniversary to Crisis Brewing and Terracotta. Both are partying on Saturday. We have the deets. Another Dining in the Dark at Mockingbird Kitchen. We'll tell you where it originated from and how it started in NWA! What a story Angela Bolt has. Born and raised on the west coast, you'll love the story about how she learned how to cook. You'll also hear about the familial influences in her life and are with her today. How did she get into the food and beverage business? That's a good story and has to do with family. Speaking of which, how does one go from Oakland to Siloam Springs? It'll make sense, I promise. Also, a scary health situation and the story of Angela having to put her life on pause and the village that got her through it. Finally, those yummy syrups... Delish. We talk to Angela Bolt from Siloam Syrups next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas!
In this week's episode I sat down with Anna Johannes. Anna is a 2012 Paralympic bronze medalist and a seasoned strategist dedicated to redefining the intersection of sport and disability. After transitioning from elite swimming to the corporate world for the past decade, she has now launched her own consultancy, On the One Hand, and currently serves as a Partner and Co-founder at Culxtured, a media collective redefining Paralympic storytelling.We discussed the Milan 2026 Paralympic Games, from the athletes to the competition to the media coverage, and much, much more. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Anna: Instagram: @Anna_f_johannes Follow Culxtured: Instagram: @culxtured TikTok: @culxtured_ Website: https://culxtured.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
The Fork Report Hour 2 (03/28) - The Fork Reporter recaps on the No Kid Hungry event happening April 11, and how their event helps to feed children. Plus, The Fork Reporter takes some calls from listeners for some foody tips and questions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Fork Report Hour 1 (03/28) - Technique of the Week features proteins in your freezer and how to thaw them out! Chefs Kwini and Michael Reed join the show! A chef duo behind Poppy and Rose in downtown LA and Poppy and Seed in Anaheim and longtime No Kid Hungry supporters. About No Kid Hungry’s mission: No child should go hungry in America, but 1 in 5 kids in the United States live with hunger. That’s nearly 14 million children. No Kid Hungry is working to end childhood hunger by helping launch and improve programs that give all kids the healthy food they need to thrive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kwini and Michael Reed are the chef duo behind Poppy and Rose in downtown LA and Poppy and Seed in Anaheim and Longtime No Kid Hungry Supporters. April 11, 2026 at 1005 Mateo St Los Angeles CA 90021. The Dinner: 5:00-10:00 PM. The Tasting: 6:30-10:00 PM. For one night only, two of the city's most celebrated culinary events, LA’s Taste of the Nation and the No Kid Hungry Dinner, are joining forces to create a new, unforgettable experience: LA’s Night Out for No Kid Hungry. The special promo code specifically for iHeart listeners “JoinUs20” will give you a 20% discount off tix to The Tasting portion of the event, which also grants admission to The After Party. Take a listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
S.E. is a nationally syndicated columnist, author, podcaster and TV commentator. She hosts Off the Cupp, a podcast which focuses on mental health, and which features interviews with celebrities and newsmakers. She is a columnist at the New York Daily News and has also been published in the New York Times, Vanity Fair, Rolling Stone, Washington Post and many other publications. She is currently a political commentator at CNN. She regularly interviews authors for CSPAN's BookTV, and is a regular guest on The View, Real Time w/Bill Maher, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Watch What Happens Live and others. SE has also consulted on Aaron Sorkin's The Newsroom and AppleTV's The Morning Show, and has made cameos on House of Cards and SNL. As an author SE has written two books, Losing Our Religion: The Liberal Media's Attack on Christianity, and co-authored Why You're Wrong About the RIght. She is on the Advisory Board of Cornell University's Institute of Politics and Global Affairs and INARA.org, and is a No Kid Hungry ambassador S.E. and I discuss the Iran war, MAGA, the midterms, and the general chaos, dysfunction and danger of Trump 2.0. But whenever S.E.'s around, there also has to be a some silly fun too, so there's also some chit-chat about AL Gore, French strikes, and her new "Pee Poo" pod with Adam Kinzinger! Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel
On this episode of The LA Food Podcast, Luca checks in from Las Vegas in full Uncut Gems mode while Father Sal returns for a chaotic, no-holds-barred Q&A episode.You asked, we answered. We're talking everything from which LA food influencers are completely full of shit, why certain “terrible” restaurants stay packed, and how to actually navigate tipping culture in 2026, to deeper cuts like underrated LA chefs, Mexican breakfast standouts, and whether LA food media ignores entire regions of the city. We also get into real-life dilemmas like bad restaurant recommendations, ordering disasters, and yes, Luca's advice on finding a wife.On Chef's Kiss / Big Miss, the biggest stories in LA food get the treatment. A San Gabriel Valley institution is forced to pull its iconic stinky tofu after neighborhood complaints, sparking a larger conversation about culture, identity, and who gets to “smell” in Los Angeles. The Horses saga returns as Will Aghajanian denies the now-infamous cat-killing allegations in a bizarre and headline-grabbing interview. Meanwhile, the Noma Los Angeles fallout continues to spiral, with conflicting accounts around a viral abuse story complicating an already explosive situation. Plus, we break down the wild new Dodger Stadium menu, including bone marrow tacos and loco moco, and highlight Night Out for No Kid Hungry, one of LA's biggest food events of the year. (Use code LUCA20 for a discount!)In Part 2, we're joined by world-class pizza chef Daniele Uditi live from Pizza Expo in Las Vegas. We dive into his latest project, Lele Dinner Club, and get into a full-on pizza myth-busting session. Should pizza have no flop? Is Neapolitan pizza supposed to be soupy? And are people crazy for expecting a dollar slice to still cost a dollar?If you care about LA food, pizza culture, or just want brutally honest takes on the restaurant world, this one's for you.--Also don't forget you can discover amazing wines by subscribing to MVA.wine - use code LAFOOD for $50 off the first collection (first 20 listeners only!)
In this episode of Add Passion and Stir, Billy Shore and Debbie Shore talk with three internal leaders about how Share Our Strength sustains and grows its mission in a turbulent time for nonprofits. Chief Revenue Officer Leah Ray, individual giving lead Karen Barr, and corporate partnerships veteran Allison Shuffield share how a diversified, $75 million revenue portfolio, “unrelenting commitment to hospitality,” and authentic relationships with donors fuel No Kid Hungry's work for kids and families.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Happy March, and welcome to this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast – WE HAVE SOME STORIES for you today with Roger Gildehaus from Macadoodles in Pineville and Guess Who in Bentonville, but first?!?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Orthodox Farmhouse Brewery is for sale. We'll tell you why. Fossil Cove will be adding a second location in Fayetteville; so will Wicked Wood Fired Pizza. There are two new dessert spots coming to the Pinnacle Hills Promenade. The Fermentary opens their taproom soon! If you're a matcha or latte fan in Bentonville, your favorite new spot opens Saturday. We'll hear from the owner of the Caffeine Bar. A longtime Fayetteville spot will close its doors at the end of May. Few seats remain for the No Kid Hungry fundraising dinner at The Hive Saturday night. We're doing our first LIVE podcast this week! We'll tell you about it! BITE NWA has added 2 events this year, and one is around the corner. We'll tell you about it! We celebrate the anniversaries of three Fayetteville spots: Mockingbird Kitchen, Baked by Kori and the Feral Pig! We'll hear what the winner of the Natural State Beer Company's First Annual Chili Cookoff had in his chili! Roger Gildehaus started in retail right out of high school and at the age of 24, worked his way into becoming a Walmart store manager. Sam Walton hand-picked Roger to be the store manager of a prototype Walmart in Pine Bluff, and you'll hear the story of how that happened. Roger worked his way up to being a VP in the company, and that's when he started Macadoodles in Pineville, Missouri. He'll tell you what sparked him to open at the border- and it's not as obvious as you might think. Also, Roger tells the story about why Guess Who in Bentonville isn't named Macadoodles... So many stories in this episode... We talk to Roger Gildehaus of Macadoodles on this edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast.
In this episode of Add Passion and Stir, co‑hosts Billy Shore and Debbie Shore talk with No Kid Hungry state directors Stacie Sanchez‑Hare (Texas), Kathy Saile (California), and Rachel Sabella (New York) about turning policy into real meals for kids. From Texas, which has “the second highest food insecurity rate in the nation,” to California's universal school meals and New York's bipartisan approach where “hunger hides in plain sight,” they unpack how relationships, partnerships, and local leadership change what happens in school cafeterias and communities. Along the way, listeners hear why “we need to think differently” about politics and why “childhood hunger is an important issue and it's manageable enough to solve.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Andrea Dalzell. Andrea, known as “The Seated Nurse”—is a New York City nurse leader, disability advocate, and wheelchair user redefining what inclusive healthcare looks like. Through storytelling, consulting, and keynote speaking, she equips institutions to move from empathy to action in disability inclusion. We discuss her journey towards becoming a nurse, what it means to truly listen to your patients and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Andrea: Instagram: @theseatednurse TikTok: @andreadalzell Website: https://www.theseatednurse.comFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
We are pleased to announce the creation of Billy Shore's regular Substack Column. Click on or copy and paste this URL https://tinyurl.com/Billy-Shore to subscribe. In today's column, Billy talks about the horrific conditions children (many of them US citizens) are enduring while being illegally held in Migrant Detention Centers here in the United States.Today, we are reprising a episode that we feel is really important to be heard. In May of last year, we released a podcast with three thought leaders in philanthropy, Jeff Braddock, who co-founded Bridgespan Clara Miller, who led the Herron Foundation and the Nonprofit finance fund, and Daniel Stitt of the American Enterprise Institute, and what they spoke about, about how philanthropy shows up in the face of so many challenges that we're experiencing right now. Assaults on human service organizations, assaults on social justice programs, feels even more important today as those assaults continue. This week, for example, some of the news that I've been following is among the most disturbing of anything, and we kind of, it feels like we say that week after week as developments unfold. But the story about children being detained in Dilley, Texas reminds me of what James Baldwin said when he wrote, "These are all our children and we shall either profit by or pay for whatever they become." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Greetings, and welcome to this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Podcast. I'm John Engleman- appreciate you being here however you watch or listen. This week, we talk with Jordan Wright of Wright's Barbecue, and as you might imagine, what a story he has! But before we get to him?!?! (*FOOD NEWS*) Onyx Coffee Lab in Rogers is named best coffee shop IN THE WORLD! Parlay on 8th is officially open! We'll have them describe themselves. The Rogers location wasn't a fit for Mermaids Whole Foods opens TODAY in Rogers! We hear about 2 news places coming to downtown Springdale on Bien the Know. We'll tell you how to get your tickets to No Kid Hungry, is tickets are selling FAST. We go back to out 12/11/2024 episode with Rein Sushi & Hibachi for this week's Flavors Flashback Jordan Wright was a backyard BBQ king for a good while. He had a successful career in sales and communications at one of the big northwest Arkansas companies and caught the bug in a bigger way at a popular BBQ spot in Austin. He tasted some things that weren't in Northwest Arkansas at the time, and maybe not even the state. That's changing, as Wright's has 4 spots in Northwest Arkansas, one in Little Rock, with 2 more central Arkansas locations coming soon. Jordan talks about learning BBQ, building Wright's in the early days, current day, and what the future holds and that's next, here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.
In this week's episode I sat down with Syanne Bloom and Jillian Mercado. Syanne is an Afro-Indigenous disabled activist and political commentator who examines the intersection of politics, media, and representation. Her work exposes how industries like fashion often reflect the same systemic inequities seen in government and society. Jillian is an actress, model, and activist who has become a prominent figure in the fashion world, challenging beauty ideals, and re-defining traditional norms in the fashion industry. We discuss Bad Bunny's halftime concert and the power of representation and storytelling, the fashion industry and its current lack of disability inclusion and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC. Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Syanne: Instagram: @syannebloom TikTok: @syannebloomFollow Jillian: Instagram: @jillianmercado TikTok: @thejillianmercado Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan. Cara is a visionary international disability rights advocate whose career has spanned humanitarian action, diplomacy, entrepreneurship, and storytelling. She is also a filmmaker and a passionate force for inclusion in the arts and media, most recently participating, owning and producing the short documentary film, Facing the Falls.We discuss her incredible career as an activist, the power and impact in seeing disabled people doing humanitarian work, why representation truly matters and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Cara: Instagram: @cara_yarkhan LinkedIn: Cara Yar Khan Website: https://carayarkhan.comWatch "Facing The Falls": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMa86VBidKE&t=1sWatch Cara's TED Talk, "The beautiful balance between courage and fear": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHgfcA6Vy24Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
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On the radio show this week we dive into the negative impact of ICE's presence on Minnesota students and their ability to show up to learn. Then we hear about the No Kid Hungry campaign, the importance of SNAP for 14 million food-insecure children, and the need to protect it from funding cuts. We also cover the effectiveness and safety of vaccines, including the HPV vaccine. In closing we discuss the power and importance of storytelling in advocating for health care and disability rights. SPECIAL GUESTS: Kristen Sinicariello, Columbia Heights, Minnesota School District; Anne Filipic, Share Our Strength, @sharestrength; Dr. Angela Ulrich, Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy, @cidrap, @cidrap.bsky.social; Elena Hung, Little Lobbyists, @LittleLobbyists, @littlelobbyists.com;
Evan Funke is a chef, restaurateur, author, and torchbearer of Italian culinary tradition. Known for his obsessive dedication to pasta, he's behind some of the most celebrated restaurants in LA and beyond. In this episode, we talk about the power of mentorship, the tension between preserving heritage and forging new paths, and why Evan chose a harder, more disciplined road in his craft. He shares how years of focused practice and repetition- not ego- continue to define his approach in the kitchen. He also shares the importance of building community within the restaurant, and how that belief drives both his team culture and his support for organizations like World Central Kitchen, Baby2Baby, Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, and No Kid Hungry. Enjoy this episode as we go Beyond the Plate… with Chef Evan Funke. This episode is brought to you by Mill - the sleek, odorless food recycler for your home. Learn more and get $75 off at mill.com/btp. Offer may expire. Follow Beyond the Plate on Facebook.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.Find Beyond the Plate on all major podcast platforms. www.beyondtheplatepodcast.com www.onkappysplate.com
Host Billy Shore talks with Stupski Foundation CEO and author Glen Galaich about his new book, Control: Why Big Giving Falls Short, and why philanthropy must shift power from donors to communities. They unpack spend-down foundations, “fake rules” that keep $2 trillion sitting in endowments, and how trust-based philanthropy can move resources faster to address hunger, health inequities, and other urgent needs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Cara Reedy and Rebecca Cokley. Cara is a journalist, filmmaker and a sometimes actor/comedian. She is the founder and Executive Director of the Disabled Journalists Association where we are working to make a more equitable industry for Disabled Journalists. Rebecca Cokley is a second generation civil rights activist raising a third. She is a political consultant, philanthropist, writer, and producer and is working on her first book. We discuss the current state of disability from both a policy and media perspective, what disability issues and stories we should all be paying attention to and much, much more. For context, this conversation was recorded on January 30, 2026. This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Learn More About the Texas v Kennedy Case: https://dredf.org/texas-and-eight-other-states-renew-attack-on-section-504-and-the-right-of-disabled-people-to-live-in-their-communities/Follow Disabled Journalists Association: Instagram: @disabledjournalists Website: https://discojourno.comFollow Rebecca Cokley: LinkedIn: Rebecca CokleyFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
In this week's episode I sat down with Lachi. Lachi is a world touring recording artist, award winning music executive, Disability Culture champion, host of PBS series Renegades, Recording Academy National Trustee, and producer of a GRAMMY-Nominated album. Born legally blind, Lachi created the U.N.-recognized organization RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities), a consultancy group, collaborating on disability-inclusive solutions with the likes of Netflix, Live Nation and more, while bringing opportunities to its growing global network of professionals with disabilities. We discuss her newly released book I Identify As Blind, out today, and the stories and conversations that have filled its pages, who this book is for and what she hopes her readers take from it, celebrating the disability community and the people in it past, present and future and much, much more.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUp Follow Lachi: Instagram: @lachimusic YouTube: Lachi Website: https://www.lachimusic.com/index.html Follow RAMPD: Instagram: @rampd_up Website: https://rampd.org/ Buy I Identify As Blind: https://lachimusic.com/i-identify-as-blind.htmlShop Glam Caneshttps://www.instagram.com/reel/DToHjpeEjbV/Follow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Minneapolis:Stand With Minnesota: https://www.standwithminnesota.comMN NOICE: https://mnnoice.comCommunity Aid Network MN: https://www.canmn.orgSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornaleros
Recorded on January 20—the day before the launch of major ICE enforcement operations—host Billy Shore speaks with Jim Wallis, founding chair of Georgetown's Center on Faith and Justice, about federal immigration actions targeting Maine communities, featuring clips from Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Gov. Janet Mills. This episode explores faith-driven courage, community solidarity amid fear, and the destabilizing impact on families and children.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this week's episode I sat down with Daniel Durant and Britt Stewart. Daniel is a Deaf actor on stage and screen. He is best known for his starring role as Leo Rossi in CODA, a film that garnered three Oscar Awards, including the top prize of Best Picture. He also starred in Deaf West's productions of Spring Awakening and Green Day's American Idiot and made it to the semifinals of Dancing With The Stars alongside his then dance partner, now wife, Britt Stewart. His ongoing work also includes co-leading acting workshops for Deaf students and interpreting in schools, serving as an acting teacher and coach for Deaf film camps as well as national speaking engagements for colleges and universities. Britt is a professional dancer, choreographer, and creative leader whose career blends artistry, impact and authenticity in the entertainment industry. Best known as a Pro dancer on Dancing With The Stars, she made history as the first Black female professional dancer on the show and has since made an impact with her presence. She uses her platform to inspire balance, self growth and connection. As president of non-profit organization, Share The Movement, she champions access, education and representation in dance.We discuss what Deaf representation looked like for Daniel growing up and why he decided to become an actor, Britt's dance journey that led her to the Dancing With The Star's ballroom, how they are both working to make their respective spaces in the entertainment industry more inclusive, their relationship and how they have made their world and their home more accessible and much, much more.For this conversation we were joined by ASL interpreter Justin Maurer.This episode was edited and produced by Ben Curwin. All proceeds from purchasing this episode will be split between City Harvest and Food Bank For NYC.Join Always Looking Up on Substack: https://jilliancurwin645746.substack.comJoin The Patreon: https://patreon.com/AlwaysLookingUpFollow Daniel: Instagram: @danielndurant TikTok: @danielndurant YouTube: Daniel N. DurantFollow Britt: Instagram: @brittbenae TikTok: @brittbenae Website: https://www.brittbenaestewart.comFollow The DWTS Tour: Instagram: @dwtstourofficial TikTok: @dwtstourofficial Website: https://dwtstour.comFollow Share The Movement: Instagram: @sharethemovementnow Website: https://sharethemovementnow.orgFollow Me: Instagram: @jill_ilana , @alwayslookingup.podcast TikTok: @jillian_ilana Website: https://www.jillianilana.com Email: alwayslookingup227@gmail.comRead With Me:GoodreadsThe StoryGraphSupport Those Impacted By The Cutting Of SNAP Benefits:Feeding America: https://www.feedingamerica.orgWorld Central Kitchen: https://wck.orgNo Kid Hungry: https://www.nokidhungry.orgList Of NYC Food Pantries: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dycd/services/food_pantries.pageSupport Immigrant Communities (all links came from @chnge):The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights of Los Angeles (@chirla_org): https://www.chirla.org/donatenow/Immigrant Defenders Law Center (@immdef_lawcenter): https://www.immdef.orgInland Coalition 4 Imm Justice (@ic4ij): https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jornalerosRelief For Disabled People Impacted By The Los Angeles Fires:Richard Devylder Disaster Relief Fund: https://disabilitydisasteraccess.org/rd-relief-fund/United Spinal Disaster Relief Grant: https://unitedspinal.org/disaster-relief-grant/Inevitable Foundation Emergency Relief Fund: https://www.inevitable.foundation/erf
In this year-end special of Add Passion and Stir, host Debbie Shore revisits 2025 conversations colliding with today's headlines: Trump administration's $10B freeze on childcare/social welfare funds, ICE raids terrorizing families, and KPMG's forecast of stagnant financial mobility trapping single moms. Maine Governor Janet Mills sued over school lunch threats and won universal free meals. DC restaurateurs Peter Schechter and Eric Bruner-Yang turned kitchens into safe houses amid intense ICE raids. Chastity Lord and Elaine Waxman reveal two-generation models that deliver a "three-X multiplier" for single moms, kids, and communities. Essential listening on food justice, child poverty, and state-level solutions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
One thing for certain, and two things for sure; if Meghann ditches me to become a full time gamer, heads are gonna roll. Our fan favorite is Jennifer and her cause is No Kid Hungry. Please take a moment to check out their organization! Please remember to Rate, Review, and Subscribe on Apple Podcast and Spotify. If you would like to write in, find us on Patreon, buy MERCH, or find our social handles, go to our website, www.myskepticalsister.com You can also support us with a one time donation at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/myskepticaz
Today Your Mom and Dad are back with another D&D adventure! As always, they are joined by their bestie and greatest Dungeon Master of all time - Bryan Sammis! But today is an extra special episode, because today they are joined by their most favorite person ever! ***Tune in Friday (11/14) for the recap of the Golden Bachelor Finale! Today we will be donating proceeds to the “No Kid Hungry” organization. Please join us in donating to them, another great org of your choosing, or a local food bank! Every dollar counts: http://nokidhungry.org/ BRYAN SAMMIS (Our Dungeon Master) ***Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olivverthekid/ ***Olivver the Kid music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3SoOohS0zlj8nLdGmhrKA7 THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS: ***HUNGRYROOT: Get 40% off your first box PLUS get a free item in every box for life at https://www.hungryroot.com/momdad with code momdad ***HEXCLAD: Find your forever cookware @hexclad and get 10% off at https://www.hexclad.com/MOMDAD # hexcladpartner ***AMENTARA: Go to www.amentara.com/go/momanddad and use code momanddad22 for 22% off your first order! ***INDACLOUD: If you're 21 or older, get 40% OFF your first order + free shipping @ IndaCloud with code MOMDAD at https://inda.shop/MOMDAD # indacloudpod