Table 86

Dr. Geo Banks-Weston
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Table 86 is a podcast showcasing Black and underrepresented content creators, entrepreneurs, and culinary professionals that are transforming the food and beverage industry. Hosted by Dr. Geo Banks-Weston (affectionately known as Geo Darwin) the Table 86 podcast explores each guest's journey and gets their insight on navigating an industry that has historically ignored Black and underrepresented talent. 

  1. 38: How to Scale your Instagram Account to 100K Followers with Josh Moore of Josh Eats Philly

    07/02/2024

    38: How to Scale your Instagram Account to 100K Followers with Josh Moore of Josh Eats Philly

    In Season 3's mid-season finale I'm joined by one of my closest friends, Josh Moore. Josh is the dynamic force behind the food media brand Josh Eats Philly, where he highlights the food, restaurants, and events of the Philadelphia area. With a background as a content creator, photographer, and videographer, Josh has collaborated with some of the largest national brands in the food and beverage industry. Additionally, he has leveraged his platform to promote small businesses, women-owned businesses, minority-owned businesses, and LGBTQ+-owned businesses, striving to make a positive impact in his community. Currently, Josh holds the title of Philadelphia Magazine’s Food Influencer of the Year. In this episode, Josh discusses how he got his start in food media, particularly in social media. We explore the evolution and changes he’s seen in both social media and the Philly food scene, creating intentional spaces for Black content creators, and delve into the strategies he developed to scale his Instagram account to over 100,000 followers. Learn more about Josh and Josh Eats Philly: Website: josheatsphilly.comInstagram: @JoshEatsPhillyTikTok: @JoshEatsPhillyFacebook: /JoshEatsPhillyInstagram  accounts mentioned in this episode: @devourpower@stickaforkinme@nyc_cheatdaykingRestaurants mentioned in this episode: Bake'n BaconPrime Fusion LoungeMy Loup Subscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    53 min
  2. 37: How Black Millennials influence Fashion and Food Trends with Bryce Lennon of UnRegisteredStyle

    06/18/2024

    37: How Black Millennials influence Fashion and Food Trends with Bryce Lennon of UnRegisteredStyle

    Bryce Lennon is the trendsetting visionary behind UnRegisteredStyle and BryceLennon.com. Known for his street-style photography and insightful content, Bryce captures the essence of fashion with captivating visuals and eloquent prose. In this episode, we share our thoughts on how black millennials influence trends in fashion and food (highlighting brunch culture, TikTok trends, and music) We also share how our preferences and tastes have changed based on our life experiences.  In the table topic, Bryce gives us his tips on how to define your personal style, which are easily transferrable to other creative mediums. Learn more about Bryce, UnRegisteredStyle, and BryceLennon.com: Website: unregisteredstyle.com (relaunching Fall 2024) // brycelennon.com Instagram: @unregisteredstyle // @brycelennon Facebook: /UnRegisteredStyle TikTok: @BryceLennon Subscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    40 min
  3. 36: Investing in yourself as a Food Blogger with Stefani Renee of Savor and Sage

    06/04/2024

    36: Investing in yourself as a Food Blogger with Stefani Renee of Savor and Sage

    Stefani Renee is a culinary storyteller, blending traditional Southern flavors with a unique Bay Area twist on her blog, Savor + Sage.   Inheriting a love of cooking, throwing parties, storytelling, and creating from her Granny Octavia, Stefani celebrates this influence through her creative pursuits, showcasing her passion for cooking, entertaining, and building a beautiful lifestyle on her blog. In this episode, Stefani provides fantastic insight for those who have dreamed of starting a food blog but have been hesitant about taking that leap. She also shares how she stands out in the saturated food blogging world by staying true to her values and cultivating skills essential to her blog's success. In the table topic, Stefani reminds us that the best investment you can make is in yourself and gives us her tips and resources for doing just that. Learn more about Stefani and Savor + Sage: Website: savorandsage.com Instagram: @savorandsage Twitter: @savorandsage Facebook: Savor + Sage YouTube: @savorandsage Subscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    34 min
  4. 35: How to Evolve Your Creative Practice with Sherrod Faulks of DEEP BLACK

    05/14/2024

    35: How to Evolve Your Creative Practice with Sherrod Faulks of DEEP BLACK

    Sherrod Faulks, a true Renaissance man, journeyed through culinary arts, photography, and software development before finding his passion in ceramics. Co-founding Slice & Torte, a food media company, helped him refine his branding and entrepreneurial skills. Yet, it was a pottery class that changed his path and led him to create DEEP BLACK, a ceramics and design-centered business in 2020. Since then, Sherrod and his work have been featured in powerhouse publications like The New York Times, Real Simple, Southern Living, and more. In this episode, Sherrod and I discuss the skills, internal work, and experiences that led him to leave his 9-to-5 job to pursue entrepreneurship full-time through DEEP BLACK, as well as what ignited his passion for ceramics and pottery. During the table topic, Sherrod shares his tips and practices for committing to continued evolution and growth as a multifaceted creative. Learn more about Sherrod and DEEP BLACK: Website: www.deepblack.shop Instagram: @deepblack.shop YouTube: @deepblackshop Mentioned in this episode: Shops that have commissioned work from DEEP BLACK ceramics.   Bayberry Garden - Providence, RI | Restaurant Honeysuckle Provisions - Philadelphia, PA | RestaurantTrunc - Philadelphia, PA | Shop YOWIE - Philadelphia, PA | ShopSubscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    42 min
  5. 34: Reframing the Health Narrative on Culturally Rich Foods with Ashley Berthoumieux of Mieux by Ashley Nutrition

    05/01/2024

    34: Reframing the Health Narrative on Culturally Rich Foods with Ashley Berthoumieux of Mieux by Ashley Nutrition

    Ashley Berthoumieux is a registered dietitian and the visionary behind Mieux by Ashley. She is passionate about guiding women (with an intentional focus on women of color) toward sustainable, health-focused choices for their bodies while championing Health At Every Size™.   In this episode, Ashley shares how and why she chose to pursue a career in nutrition, and her dedication to breaking down barriers imposed by diet culture and debunking common myths held about cultural foods. In the table topic, she helps me explore my own nutritional goals by taking me through an activity she uses when engaging with clients and offering practical tips. Learn more about Ashley Berthoumieux and Mieux by Ashley Nutrition: Website: https://www.mieuxbyashley.com/ Instagram: @mieuxbyashley.nutrition Email: hello@mieuxbyashley.com Resources mentioned in this episode: Is American Dietetics a White-Bread World? These Dieticians Think So - Article from New York TimesMaster of Science, Nutrition and Dietetics - New York University, Master's ProgramHealth At Every Size™ - Article from National Institute of HealthNote: This episode was recorded in February 2022 - statistics referenced in the episode reflect this. Subscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    43 min
  6. 33: Exploring the Intersection of Soul Food and Music with Marwin Brown of Food Fidelity

    04/16/2024

    33: Exploring the Intersection of Soul Food and Music with Marwin Brown of Food Fidelity

    Marwin Brown, is an entrepreneur, DJ, and the creative mind behind the food blog, Food Fidelity. Through his platform Marwin showcased his passion for modern soul food and music shines through his family-friendly recipes, all inspired by dope music tracks. In this episode, Marwin shares the origins of Food Fidelity and how, throughout his life experiences and travels, music has been a catalyst for his love of cooking and recipe development. In the Table Topic, Marwin shares with us the recipes he would dream up for a few of our hosts' favorite tracks and music genres. Connect with Marwin Brown: Website: foodfidelity.comInstagram: @foodfidelityTwitter: @foodfidelitySubscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    42 min
  7. 32: Preserving Black Culinary Narratives through Storytelling with Sheree Williams of Cuisine Noir and The Global Food and Drink Initiative

    04/02/2024

    32: Preserving Black Culinary Narratives through Storytelling with Sheree Williams of Cuisine Noir and The Global Food and Drink Initiative

    Sheree Williams is the founder and executive director of The Global Food and Drink Initiative (GFDI), based in Oakland, California. Since 2009, Sheree has been leading the charge in culinary storytelling as the publisher of the first Black global digital and print culinary lifestyle publication, Cuisine Noir Magazine. Through her visionary leadership, Cuisine Noir has been instrumental in connecting the African diaspora through the lens of food, drink, and travel, sparking important conversations about Black chefs, tastemakers, winemakers, and travel influencers. In this episode, Sheree shares the lessons she's learned from running a publication centered on Black food and culture and the trends she sees shaping Black foodways in 2024 and beyond. She also emphasizes the importance of sharing Black stories as a means of preserving. Black history. In the table topic, she offers her tips for writers and media professionals interested in amplifying underrepresented voices. Learn more about Sheree Williams: Global Food and Drink Initiative Website: globalforgood.orgCuisine Noir Magazine Website: cuisinenoirmag.comFacebook: /cuisinenoirmagInstagram: @cuisinenoirmagYouTube: Global Food and Drink InitiativeFlipboard: @cuisinenoirmag Resources mentioned in this episode: "At the Table of Power" by Diane SpiveyGreat Food, All Day Long: Cook Splendidly, Eat Smart By Maya AngelouThe Edna Lewis Cookbook by Edna LewisSupper with Love by Michelle BraxtonSpecialty Food Association Subscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

    41 min
  8. 31: How Diverse Voices Impact Philly's Restaurant and Culinary Culture with Ernest Owens of Ernest Media Empire

    03/19/2024

    31: How Diverse Voices Impact Philly's Restaurant and Culinary Culture with Ernest Owens of Ernest Media Empire

    In the highly anticipated season 3 premiere of Table 86, I am joined by none other than Ernest Owens. Ernest is an award-winning journalist, CEO of Ernest Media Empire, LLC, Editor of Eater Philly, and Political Writer at Large for Philadelphia Magazine. He's also President of the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists and Regional Vice President of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (Mid-Atlantic Chapter). Known for his bold commentary on race, LGBTQIA issues, and pop culture, Owens founded his multimedia company in 2018 to promote diversity in media. In this episode, Ernest delves into his personal experiences covering Philadelphia's food scene and emphasizes the crucial role that media plays in shaping its future. He also draws from his perspective as both a journalist and advocate, to offer insights into how to cultivate a more inclusive culinary culture. Follow Ernest Owens: Website:ernestowens.com Twitter: @mrernestowens Instagram: @mrernestowens / #ernesteat Resources mentioned in this episode: Dining While Black: Race and the Philly Food Scene - Philly Magazine Article, 2018Philly Restaurant Coverage - Eater Philly, 2023 - PresentThe Case for Cancel Culture - Authored Book, 2023 Restaurants mentioned in this episode: Favorite CocktailsPhiladelphia DistillingBest WingsMoriarty's PubPattaya Thai CuisineBest Happy HourHarp and CrownBest OystersPearl and MaryRoyal BoucherieLoch BarOlde BarDate NightKalayaSouth Jazz KitchenWhite Dog CafeBlack-Owned RestaurantToast CafeBake'n BaconHoneysuckle ProvisionsTwo Locals Brewing Subscribe, rate, and follow @geostable on Instagram to know when our episodes go live. Website: table86podcast.com Instagram: @geostable / @table86podcast Facebook: /geostablephl

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Table 86 is a podcast showcasing Black and underrepresented content creators, entrepreneurs, and culinary professionals that are transforming the food and beverage industry. Hosted by Dr. Geo Banks-Weston (affectionately known as Geo Darwin) the Table 86 podcast explores each guest's journey and gets their insight on navigating an industry that has historically ignored Black and underrepresented talent. 

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  • Creator
    Dr. Geo Banks-Weston
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Table 86
  • Show Website
    Table 86