Recorded live at the 2023 World Food Championship, Neil welcomes Brylee Johnson, the current Miss Rodeo Texas who is preparing to compete for the Miss Rodeo America title. She shares her journey in rodeo queening, her background in ranch life including rodeo participation and livestock showing, and her role as a judge in the Championship's vegetarian category. The discussion delves into her experiences with food, both in her personal life and at rodeo events, highlighting the significance of food in family and community gatherings. Brylee also touches on her understanding of agriculture and fo ..read more

Chef Brian Duffy, a seasoned chef with extensive experience in the culinary world, shares insights on the food industry and its various dynamics in an interview at the World Food Championship. Having graduated from culinary school in 1995, Duffy has witnessed the evolution of the industry over the years. He has appeared on television shows like Bar Rescue and Opening Night and now operates a consulting firm, aiding in the opening of restaurants globally while also engaging in speaking engagements and entertainment ventures. Duffy delves into various topics, shedding light on the intricacies of ..read more

Paul Newnham joins the show to discuss food advocacy, sustainability and dietary diversity. The topics include  beans as a nutritious food source, the importance of biodiversity in agriculture, and the impact of dietary choices on health. Paul believes in  the need for informed food decisions and understanding food production processes. Links: www.gainhealth.org/paul-newnham Find Paul on social media at @PaulNewnham Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/   Topics: [01:00] The World Food Championship, a unique food sport event. [02:00] Advocacy for beans, peas, and lent ..read more

Neil chats with food enthusiast Danyel Buie about the profound significance of food memories, her culinary journey, and experiences as a judge at the World Food Championship. From childhood cake recollections to recommendations for Dallas eateries, they explore the joy and diversity of food culture. Links:  https://danyelbuie.com/ Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/   Topics: [01:00]: How food intertwines with cherished memories and family gatherings. [02:13]: Memories of a birthday cake with Easter egg decorations. [03:00]: Danyel’s role as a master judge at the World Food ..read more

An ambassador for the culinary culture, Chef Jernard Wells is an inspiration for other chefs and someone for people to look up to. Links The book: Southern Inspired: More Than 100 Delicious Dishes from My American Table to Yours: https://a.co/d/dGSq6zk https://www.hautecuisine.store/ https://www.threads.net/@chefjernard https://www.instagram.com/chefjernard/ Topics [00:19] Introduction of Chef Wells and discussion about the importance of food. [00:39] The cultural and ambassadorial role of chefs. [00:55] The influence of his father, who was also a chef, on his career. [01:40] His role in supp ..read more

The Walk-In Talk Podcast is hosted by Carl Fiadini, combining his culinary expertise and experiences to provide an insightful and engaging exploration of the food industry.    Links https://www.thewalkintalk.com/ https://www.thewalkintalk.com/walkin-talk-podcast IMDb imdb.com/title/tt27766644/reference Instagram intagram.com/WalkInTalkShow TikTok tiktok.com/@thewalkintalk Twitter twitter.com/thewalkintalk Facebook facebook.com/WalkInTalk.the.restaurant.lfe Topics 00:48 The concept of Walk and Talk Podcast  01:53 The importance of gaining experience working in a restaurant 02:16 ..read more

World Food Championships Founder Mike McCloud joins the show in a conversation recorded live at the WFC in Dallas earlier this year. Links:  https://worldfoodchampionships.com/ Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/ Topics: [34] Recap of the bacon category judging at the World Food Championship.  [01:01] The resilience of Jack McMurray, a former bacon champion  [01:27] Dedication of competitors and the camaraderie in the food industry. [02:00] The intense competition and the incredible dishes presented. [03:00] Balancing the fine line of judgment in an uber-competitive set ..read more

Howard Brauner and Rock Sun join the show to talk about exporting food. The conversation as usual covers where food comes from, how it gets from here to there, and the relationships it requires. Links:  https://www.globalresourceproducts.com/ Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/ Topics: [00:46] China’s need for foodstuffs [2:45] The importance of whole carcass utilization  [4:31] Chinese market is strict on food safety control  [6:43] Less sweet is better [10:53] The specter of wire fraud.  [12:58] Sourcing for everything natural and safe  [15:56] Wrap-up   ..read more

Recorded live at KetoCon 2023, it’s a conversation with Jennilyn Griffiths, an expert in gut health and a lot of other things. Not to mention a really high energy person. Links:  www.jennilynfit.com Instagram: @jennilynfit https://www.facebook.com/jennilyn.griffiths/ Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/ https://www.ketocon.org/   Topics: [1:13] Childhood gut issues  [3:43] IBS is a syndrome, not a disease [5:22] What an antibiotic does to your gut [8:46] Doctors don't know everything  [9:22] A passion for exercise  [14:25] How you can you keep a good mindset [1 ..read more

Today, recorded live at KetoCon 2023, a conversation with Chef James Barry about organ meat, a seasoning derived from organ meat, and generally where food comes from. Links:  Visit us online: https://pedersonsfarms.com/ Pluck Seasoning: https://eatpluck.com/ Instagram: @chefjamesbarry Twitter: @chefjamesbarry https://www.ketocon.org/ Topics: (0:30) Dinner was ready ‘when the smoke detector went off’ (1:12) Making comfort food healthy (1:31) Cooking for Tom Cruise George Clooney[00:03:08] Make that accessible  (3:08) Organ meats: nutrient dense food  (4:46) ‘Empire of the Summer ..read more