Baking a Living Georganne Bell and Aime Pope

Are you a yo-yo dieter? Have you tried every fad diet only to lose a few pounds and regain it all back, then some? Renee Terry of Sweet Cheeks by Renee found herself in this vicious cycle and decided it was time to change the pattern. In this episode, Renee gets real and shares about her life, her health, her business and what it took to catapult Sweet Cheeks to the successful heights it's achieved today. Listen to how Intermittent Fasting became the tool she needed to take control of toxic habits and feel better than she ever thought possible!

To learn more about Intermittent Fasting and the book Renee references in the show, click the link below:

https://www.amazon.com/Delay-Dont-Deny-Intermittent-Lifestyle/dp/1541325842?crid=1JT7YV5HGIB25&keywords=delay+don%27t+deny+by+gin+stephens&qid=1663121887&sprefix=delay+don%27t+deny,aps,329&sr=8-1&linkCode=sl1&tag=lil0de_lilaloadecorating-20&linkId=d5a813b14652d7ebacb3f3370bb15cd2&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl&fbclid=IwAR20fxsTQIx9JCABdsdXJcClf9SvRPgiBF0JWF0BRwKizBwQ0IlUgZOa624

Amber Spiegel, more commonly known as "SweetAmbs", has captured the hearts of baking enthusiasts with her feminine style and flawless execution. The journey from a girl with a dream to work as a decorator in a bakery to social media influencer with MILLIONS of followers and subscribers wasn't a straight or simple path. Listen as Amber shares her story, some of her secrets and above all, some great advice to help anyone interested in growing their social media pages. We can all look forward to Amber's latest book, Cookie Canvas: Creative Designs for Every Occassion, available for pre-order NOW! 

Amber's Latest Book: 

https://www.amazon.com/Cookie-Canvas-Creative-Designs-Occasion/dp/0744060834

Amber's Business Coach: 

https://www.instagram.com/lauree_ostrofsky/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y%3D&fbclid=IwAR1KbYXaxxUzu5AG6WpuIa90Ivs1tYMdU1IUS7amDaj-kJ5Zf3mUrIjSZuA

Liz Adams, perhaps better known as "Arty McGoo", took the concept of cookie decorating to an entirely new level when she discovered that she could paint on a cookie with food coloring. This idea shattered the confines of what decorators could do and opened up a whole new world of techniques and possibilities. Not only is Liz a pioneer in the industry, but she continues to create mind blowing content each and every month with her decorating school, McGoo U. You too can join in on the fun and become a "McGoober" by enrolling in her online programs found at ArtyMcGoo.com! Make sure to listen to the hilarious blooper reel at the very end of the episode!

Have you ever wondered about the bakery boxes and the people who create them? In this episode, we chat with Kip Simpson from Big River Packaging (BRP Boxshop) about making boxes, making a business and making a life worth living. We also find out how Big River Packaging got it's name and what's next for them!  PS- Don't miss the outtakes at the end of each show!  

You may have heard of Comic-Con, but if you haven't heard of CookieCon, that's about to change! On this episode, we interview Mike and Karen Summers, founders of CookieCon, the largest cookie decorating convention on the planet! Hear how they developed an idea into 10 successful events... and counting! Learn more about CookieCon and get in on the fun with 2 new events coming your way in 2023 at cookie con.net! 

Have you ever experienced the heartache of a recipe flopping? A pathetic pie crust or a caved in cake? We certainly have! The good news is that there's a way to turn that bad luck around with a little science and the help of expert bakers, Chris Taylor and Paul Arguin from Flour, Sugar, Butter! In this episode, we will hear practical (and very organized!) advice from not one, but TWO scientist-turned bakers who literally wrote the book on the subject. You can grab not just one but TWO cookbooks from this pair that will change the way you approach baking. Find "Fabulous Modern Cookies" and "The New Pie" at floursugarbutter.net or wherever you purchase books!