The Impact of Food: Cultural Insights with Jeffrey Schlissel
Get ready for a feast for your ears as we journey through a mouthwatering exploration of worldwide cuisine. This episode is bursting with delightful bites, from our upcoming Walk- In Talk Media Food/ Party event to the tender allure of octopus from Acropolis Greek Taverna. We're joined by the brilliant Jeffrey Schlissel, whose culinary talents will headline the party. You'll hear us muse about the exciting prospect of a brick-and-mortar location for Walk -In Talk Studios, a space where we can cook, chat, and click, all under one roof. We've got 50 spots - and they're filling fast!
Our culinary adventure doesn't stop at our food party event. We'll be whisking you off to Serbia (actually in Orlando) for a massive Serbian Food Festival, where our very own video producer extraordinaire, Willie will wow the crowd with his camera prowess. This event is going to be one for the history books, and we can't wait to share the experience with you. Let's not forget about our tantalizing discussion about the sumptuous world of pork kata and the intriguing concept of food bondage. We promise, it's all as appetizing as it sounds!
In this gastronomical journey, we also take a deep dive into the business side of food and the impact it has on culture and mental health. We kibitz about the cost of processing credit cards, the
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Walk-In Talk Podcast
Where kitchen culture meets raw storytelling.
Hosted by Carl Fiadini, founder of Walk-In Talk Media, this #1 Apple-ranked food podcast dives deep with chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, and frontline pros. From trade shows to short films, we bring the food world to life—one honest conversation at a time.
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