Eat Your Content

Rich Herrera

Welcome to "Eat Your Content" with host Rich Herrera! Dive into the delectable world of food and pop culture as we explore the delicious connections between what we consume on our plates and screens. Join us for mouthwatering conversations and explore the intersection of culinary experiences and pop culture phenomena. Satisfy your cravings with Rich as he serves up a delectable blend of tasty tidbits and entertaining insights in each episode. Tune in to "Eat Your Content" and feast on a cultural smorgasbord that will leave you hungry for more! ____________ Website: https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

  1. JAN 12

    112. Brain Fog, Burnout, and Food, What a Neuroscientist Wants You to Eat (and Avoid)

    Brain fog, burnout, low energy, and constant fatigue are some of the most common health complaints today, and they are often driven by what, when, and how we eat. In this episode of Eat Your Content, neuroscientist Dr. L breaks down how food directly affects brain function, mood, focus, and long-term cognitive health. We dig into why inflammation plays such a major role in mental clarity, how poor meal timing can sabotage energy levels, and why mixing fats and carbohydrates can create the perfect storm for brain crashes. Dr. L also explains why most diet advice fails, how fad diets confuse people, and what actually matters when it comes to feeding your brain instead of just following trends. You’ll learn how protein supports brain chemistry, why gut health and brain health are inseparable, and how modern lifestyles keep our nervous systems stuck in overdrive. This conversation is grounded in neuroscience but delivered in a way that makes sense for real life, not a lab or a clinic. If you’re tired of feeling mentally drained, overwhelmed by nutrition misinformation, or stuck in a cycle of energy crashes, this episode will help you rethink food as fuel for your brain, not just your body. 👉 Follow Eat Your Content, leave a review on your podcast app, and check the show notes for Dr. L’s free guide on removing brain fog. ____________ Buy Dr L's book here: https://a.co/d/epJBPIb Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    21 min
  2. JAN 5

    111. AI in the Kitchen: How WellFed Is Changing the Way America Eats

    AI in food, personalized nutrition, and healthier eating habits are some of the most searched topics in the food and wellness world today, and this episode goes straight into the heart of all three. If you’ve ever wondered how artificial intelligence might shape the future of home cooking, meal prep, and dietary health, this conversation will pull you in right away. Rich sits down with Jaclynn Morgan, CEO and co-founder of Healthvice, the company behind WellFed, an app that blends nutrition science, cultural food traditions, and AI-powered personalization. WellFed is built for the real world, not for fantasy meal plans, and Jaclynn breaks down exactly how their technology helps regular people eat better without giving up time, taste, or convenience. Jaclynn shares the story of how her background in rehabilitative therapy opened her eyes to the way nutrition affects healing, inflammation, and long-term health. From helping a friend manage endometriosis pain through diet to developing a platform that reworks recipes based on allergies, preferences, and even GLP-1 needs, she explains why personalized food guidance might be the shift Americans have been waiting for. You’ll hear us dig into:  • how AI can rewrite any recipe so it fits your restrictions  • why ultra processed foods have taken over American kitchens  • the real reasons most people feel too busy to cook  • how Instacart integration, meal planning, and prep tools lower the barrier to healthy eating  • why taste and convenience matter more than willpower  • the surprising ways food culture shapes our health  • how WellFed is helping families bring cooking back into the home This episode explores food, health, technology, and culture all at once, and it’ll leave you thinking differently about how you eat and why. If you're looking for healthier habits that still fit your life, hit play. And be sure to follow, rate, and share the show so more people can join the conversation around food, culture, and the tech shaping our future. ____________ Wellfed Website: wellfed.us Instagram: @w Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    27 min
  3. 12/01/2025

    110. Why Food Scenes Make Us Cry: The Psychology of Comfort, Connection, and Cinema

    Why do food scenes in movies and TV hit us so hard? Why does a simple bowl of pasta in Chef or a chaotic kitchen in The Bear stir up so much emotion? In this episode of Eat Your Content, host Rich Herrera sits down with Jennifer Teplin, licensed therapist and founder of Manhattan Wellness, to explore the emotional psychology of food in pop culture—and why what we eat on screen (and in real life) often reflects what we’re feeling deep down. Jennifer and Rich dive into: 🍝 Why food scenes in movies can feel more intimate than love scenes 🧠 The psychology behind comfort food and emotional eating 🔥 How perfectionism and pressure in the restaurant world mirror real-life burnout ❤️ How family recipes, holiday meals, and shared dishes connect to memory and identity 🎥 The hidden therapy behind iconic scenes from The Bear, Chef, and It’s Complicated Whether you’re a foodie, a film buff, or someone trying to understand why food carries so much emotional weight, this conversation will make you see your favorite shows—and your favorite meals—in a whole new light. 👉 Listen now to learn how food, emotion, and storytelling feed the human experience. ____________ Connect with Manhattan Wellness: gettherapytips.com ____________ Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    34 min
  4. 11/24/2025

    109. From Top Chef to Michelin Chef: Buddha Lo’s Unfiltered Look at the Journey

    Top Chef winner stories, Michelin star achievements, and the real path to becoming one of New York’s most exciting chefs. In this deep and honest conversation, Chef Buddha Lo pulls back the curtain on everything that happened after his historic back-to-back Top Chef wins and how that momentum fueled his push for a Michelin star. Buddha walks through the early days cooking alone in a caviar shop, the grind of keeping a dream alive on slow nights, and the moment he realized HŪSO needed to evolve into a full restaurant worthy of global attention. He talks about moving from Australia to New York to chase a rating that didn’t even exist back home, and why Michelin was always the goal long before television came calling. You’ll hear how he built a dining room experience from scratch, how he balances creativity with exacting standards, and why he believes the real challenge isn’t earning a star, it’s maintaining a mindset that aims far beyond it. He shares candid stories about the mystery of Michelin inspectors, the pressure that comes with sudden demand, and why Top Chef fans played a bigger role in his success than anyone realizes. This episode is packed with insight, ambition, humility, and the kind of behind-the-scenes details food lovers never get to hear. Buddha’s story is equal parts inspiring and relentless, and he tells it with the same precision and intensity he brings to every plate. If you love hearing how great chefs are made, press play now and share this episode with someone who’s chasing their own big dream. ____________ Follow Chef Buddha Lo on Instagram: @buddha__lo Huso Website: https://husony.com/ Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    52 min
  5. 11/17/2025

    108. Passion vs Profit: The Real Cost of Running a Restaurant

    There’s a reason so many people dream of opening a restaurant. Food feels personal. Feeding people feels meaningful. And if you’ve ever worked in a great kitchen, you know the rush of it. The energy, the noise, the late nights that turn into early mornings. But there’s another side to the restaurant business that most folks never see, and it’s not as romantic. In this episode, I talk with Kasey Anton, former restaurateur and author of Profit First for Restaurants. Kasey spent years inside kitchens before realizing the thing that saves restaurants isn’t talent or passion. It’s understanding the numbers. We talk about: Why restaurants with full dining rooms still lose moneyThe emotional toll of holding onto a restaurant that can’t support itselfWhat The Bear gets right about the stress behind the passHow to tell if your dream restaurant idea is actually financially viableAnd how to build a business that supports your life instead of swallowing itThis conversation isn’t about killing the dream. It’s about protecting it. If you love food, restaurants, or The Bear, or if you’ve ever whispered “maybe one day I’ll open a place,” this one is for you.  If this episode hits home, share it with someone who loves food as much as you do. And follow the show so you never miss the next conversation.  Follow Kasey Anton and Spark Business Consulting Website: https://sparkbusinessconsulting.com/ Instagram: @thekaseyanton / @sparkbusinessconsulting  Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    42 min
  6. 11/10/2025

    107. Decoding the Menu: How Foodini is Changing the Way We Eat Out

    What if the menu in front of you automatically adapted to what you can eat? No guessing, no awkward back-and-forth with the server, no anxiety about whether the kitchen really understands your allergy or dietary restriction. Just clarity and confidence. That’s the vision behind Foodini, and today I’m joined by its founder, Dylan McDonnell, to talk about the future of personalized dining. Dylan was diagnosed with celiac disease as a kid, and after years of getting sick from restaurant meals that were supposed to be “gluten-free,” he knew there had to be a better way. That journey led him from the world of corporate law to building a platform that breaks restaurant menus down to the ingredient level using a combination of AI and registered dietitians. We talk about: Why menu transparency is still so difficult for restaurantsHow Foodini maps recipes to ingredients to give diners accurate allergy and dietary informationThe emotional side of eating out when you don’t fully trust the menuThe “veto vote” and how one diner’s allergy influences where an entire group eatsNew legislation that may soon require restaurants to label allergens nationwideWhy personalization is becoming a defining force in the future of food and hospitalityThis episode is for anyone who cares about food safety, restaurant culture, and how AI is changing the way we eat. It’s a thoughtful, practical look at what it means to create dining experiences that include everyone at the table. Tap play and then share this with someone who has ever had to bring their own snacks, scan a menu nervously, or trust a waiter’s “I think so.” Let’s help more people enjoy eating out again. Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    37 min
  7. 11/03/2025

    106. Food, Fear, and FAFO: Immigration’s Breaking Point in America’s Kitchens

    What happens when the people who feed America start disappearing? Former Washington State Senator Mona Das joins Eat Your Content for a raw, fast-moving conversation about the reality behind your plate. Immigrant workers are the backbone of the food industry—cooks, farmers, dishwashers, and delivery drivers—but in today’s political climate, many are afraid to show up for work. Fields are empty, restaurants are understaffed, and the system that keeps our kitchens running is starting to crack. Mona, an immigrant herself, talks with Rich about how fear-based policies and disinformation are driving people out of the workforce and threatening the future of America’s food supply. They dive into how politics, identity, and pop culture collide in the most basic human act—eating—and what happens when we forget who’s behind the meal. It’s part political reality check, part cultural reckoning, and all heart. If you care about food, you should care about who makes it. Listen now and join the conversation about what happens when politics meets your plate.  Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    11 min
  8. 10/27/2025

    105. When Food Meets Film: Chef Elisa Lyew’s Double Life in Hollywood and the Kitchen

    Chef Elisa Lyew has one of the coolest jobs you’ve probably never heard of. By day, she’s the founder of Elisa’s Love Bites, a New York City bakery known for its gluten-free, low-sugar desserts that taste just as indulgent as the classics. But behind the scenes, she’s also a culinary prop stylist—the person who makes all the food you see in movies and TV shows look picture-perfect and edible. In this episode of Eat Your Content, Elisa joins host Rich Herrera to talk about how she went from studying theater and media to becoming one of Hollywood’s go-to pastry chefs. She shares how a one-off gig on Madam Secretary led to years of steady work in TV and film, including projects like Fallout and Apple TV’s The Savant. You’ll hear how she creates everything from futuristic jello cakes to vegan doughnuts that look straight out of Dunkin’—and why it’s so important that her on-screen food is just as real as what she serves in her bakery. Rich and Elisa dig into: How growing up in Panama shaped her love of food and storytellingThe creative process behind her hit Bangin’ Chocolate Chip CookieWhat it’s really like feeding actors on restrictive dietsHow she makes “healthy” desserts taste sinfulThe unexpected ways film and food overlap behind the cameraElisa’s story is about following your instincts, finding your niche, and turning a creative hobby into two thriving careers. Whether you love baking, film, or just a good comeback story, this episode will make you hungry—in more ways than one. 🍪 Listen now and subscribe to Eat Your Content for more conversations where food and pop culture collide. Send us a text Thanks for listening to Eat Your Content. If you like what you hear, please consider supporting the podcast through our merch store on Tee Public. Get great quality items like T-shirts, hats, mugs, and more all sporting the vibrant Eat Your Content logo. Go to teepublic.com/user/eatyourcontent for more great items. Thank you for your support! Support the show Want to be a guest on Eat Your Content? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/eatyourcontent Follow EYC on Socials TikTok: @eatyourcontent (https://www.tiktok.com/@eatyourcontent) YouTube: @EatYourContent (https://youtube.com/@EatYourContent?si=wYA-OAgpX4D51otX) Instagram: @richherrera (https://www.instagram.com/richherrera/) & @eatyourcontent (https://www.instagram.com/eatyourcontent) X (formally known as Twitter): @richherrera (https://twitter.com/richherrera) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richherrera1250 Atmosfy: https://atmosfy.io/richherrera Web: ⁠https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent

    34 min

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Welcome to "Eat Your Content" with host Rich Herrera! Dive into the delectable world of food and pop culture as we explore the delicious connections between what we consume on our plates and screens. Join us for mouthwatering conversations and explore the intersection of culinary experiences and pop culture phenomena. Satisfy your cravings with Rich as he serves up a delectable blend of tasty tidbits and entertaining insights in each episode. Tune in to "Eat Your Content" and feast on a cultural smorgasbord that will leave you hungry for more! ____________ Website: https://my.linkpod.site/eatyourcontent