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The Future Of Food Is You The Cherry Bombe Network
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The Future Of Food Is You is a podcast for the next generation of food leaders. Each week, food enthusiast & community builder Abena Anim-Somuah of The Eden Place interviews emerging talent in the worlds of food, drink, tech, and media. They talk about their dreams, aspirations, and desires to transform the food world and also give us some predictions about what’s to come. New episodes drop every Thursday. The Future Of Food Is You is produced by The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network.
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Groundcycle Founder Vivian Lin Wants You To Compost For A Better World
During the pandemic, Vivian Lin was a sustainably-minded young architect living at home in New York City with her parents. She was working for a top international firm and decided to launch a compost company on the side. In just a few months, Vivian left her promising career behind and dedicated herself full-time to her fledgling business, Groundcycle. At the time, New York City had canceled compost collections. “I felt a sense of urgency,” she tells host Abena Anim-Somuah. “Everything was going to landfill.”
Vivian shares the story of how Groundcycle has expanded to more of a closed-loop system. The company now picks up compost from residents, events, and small businesses including restaurants, coffee shops, and florists, and delivers vegetables from their farm partners. They also do food rescue, launched a zine called Seedlings, and hosted a zero-waste bake sale. Tune in to learn more about Vivian and Groundcycle.
Don’t miss Vivian’s voicemail to her future self.
More on Vivian: Groundcycle, website
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Future Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here.
Hosted by Abena Anim-Somuah
Produced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth Vogt
Edited by Jenna Sadhu
Content Operations Manager Londyn Crenshaw
Recorded at CityVox Studios in NYC -
Stephanie Lau, Founder Of Cookbook Club, Is Building Community One Potluck At A Time
Stephanie Lau is on a mission to bring people together. A CPA by day, she started a monthly potluck called Cookbook Club out of her one-bedroom apartment in Brooklyn. Today, the Cookbook Club events draw dozens of attendees.
In this episode, host Abena Anim-Somuah dives deep into the world of cookbooks with Stephanie. They discuss the titles Stephanie grew up with, including “Joy of Cooking” and Mark Bittman’s “How to Cook Everything,” and why it’s important for her to feature authors of color like Hetty Lui McKinnon and Natasha Pickowicz. Stephanie also talks about balancing her full-time job as an accountant with her new role as a community-builder.
Don’t miss Stephanie’s voicemail to her future self.
More on Stephanie: Instagram
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Future Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here
Hosted by Abena Anim-Somuah
Produced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth Vogt
Edited by Jenna Sadhu
Content Operations Manager Londyn Crenshaw
Recorded at CityVox Studios in NYC
The Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network -
Figlia Founder Lily Geiger On The Mission Behind Her Zero-Proof Brand
Today’s guest is Lily Geiger, founder of Figlia, a nonalcoholic beverage brand she founded with the mission of changing drinking culture. Having grown up with a parent who battled alcoholism, Lily says she started Figlia “for those who are going zero proof, for whatever reason.” Figlia is more than just a zero-proof drink option. The brand also aspires to help non-drinkers feel empowered to share their experiences. Lily and host Abena Anim-Somuah discuss the story behind Figlia and how the values of community and philanthropy underpin the brand.
Don’t miss Lily’s voicemail to her future self.
*Please note that alcoholism is discussed throughout the episode.
More on Lily: Instagram, Figlia, website
Partnership to End Addiction website
Follow Abena on Instagram
Cherry Bombe on Instagram
Future Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here
Hosted by Abena Anim-Somuah
Produced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth Vogt
Edited by Jenna Sadhu
Content Operations Manager Londyn Crenshaw
Recorded at CityVox Studios in NYC
The Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network -
Lauren Dozier On Her Viral Quilt Cookies And Drawing Inspiration From The Past
Lauren Dozier’s cookies are more than just sweet treats. Incorporating influences from fine art, fashion, children’s books, and her ancestors, Lauren has delighted her followers and collaborated with the likes of Loeffler Randall and The Six Bells. She takes vintage and coquette aesthetics to a whole new level with her viral quilt cookies, gingham slice-and-bakes, and other confections, and it’s not surprising to learn she’s inspired by artists including Mary Cassatt, Betye Saar, and Beatrix Potter.
Lauren and host Abena Anim-Somuah discuss Lauren’s unique baking style, how loving vintage things and antiques as Black women can feel complicated at times, and how virtual interactions can lead to meaningful connections in real life.
Don’t miss Lauren’s voicemail to her future self.
More on Lauren: Instagram, Substack
Follow Abena on Instagram
Cherry Bombe on Instagram
Future Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here
Hosted by Abena Anim-Somuah
Produced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth Vogt
Edited by Jenna Sadhu
Content Operations Manager Londyn Crenshaw
Recorded at CityVox Studios in NYC
The Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network -
While Entertaining’s Amber Mayfield Hewett Is Changing The Party Scene
Today’s guest is Amber Mayfield Hewett, the party planner and entrepreneur behind the companies To Be Hosted and While Entertaining Media. Amber joins host Abena Anim-Somuah to talk about the flagship WE Gala, her time as an NBC page, the media company she launched in her 20s, and why she’d love to plan events for Rihanna and 2 Chainz.
Don’t miss Amber’s voicemail to her future self.
More on Amber: Instagram, To Be Hosted, While Entertaining
Follow Abena on Instagram
Cherry Bombe on Instagram
Future Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here
Hosted by Abena Anim-Somuah
Produced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth Vogt
Edited by Jenna Sadhu
Content Operations Manager Londyn Crenshaw
Recorded at CityVox Studios in NYC
The Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network -
“The Frosted Hag” Madeline Bach Is Making Cakes Her Own Way
Today’s guest is Madeline Bach, the founder and cake artist behind Frosted Hag. Madeline’s cakes are colorful, maximalist creations, crowded with whimsical toppings that beckon you to lean in for a closer look. In this episode, host Abena Anim-Somuah and Madeline discuss the inspiration behind her cakes, her time working as a “gallerina” at a Lower East Side art gallery, and the special people and events she’s made cakes for, including Harry Styles’ Madison Square Garden residency and her collaboration with MAC Cosmetics.
Tune in to learn all about Madeline’s frosting philosophy, her artistic idols including Lana del Rey, Pink Pantheress, and Depeche Mode, and why she loves “being on the other side of a celebration” as a cake artist. Don’t miss Madeline’s voicemail to her future self!
More on Madeline: Instagram, website
Follow Abena on Instagram
Cherry Bombe on Instagram
Future Of Food Is You transcripts can be found here
Hosted by Abena Anim-Somuah
Produced by Kerry Diamond, Catherine Baker, and Elizabeth Vogt
Edited by Jenna Sadhu
Content Operations Manager Londyn Crenshaw
Recorded at CityVox Studios in NYC
The Future Of Food Is You is a production of The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network
Customer Reviews
Captivating
This podcast is captivating to even the newest food enthusiast. Abena holds the listeners attention with her natural and comfortable banter with her guests, making you feel like you’re just having a conversation with friends! Definitely recommend this podcast if you’re looking to learn a bit about food in an approachable and cozy setting!