Tastemaker Talk

In this episode of Tastemaker Talk, Shaunda Necole shares her journey of transforming her blogs into a media empire, emphasizing the importance of positioning as a media company, leveraging SEO, and building trust through content. She discusses strategies for creating a recognizable brand, adapting to generative search, and maintaining authentic connections with her audience.Show Links:thesoulfoodpod.comshaundnecole.comFollow Shaunda on socials! @shaundanecole across platforms Join us in San Antonio for TC 2027!

Kelli Quinn is the VP of Product, Customer Success, and People Ops at VEOX Inc, and she's also a longtime photographer. Today she's joining Abbey to talk about where creativity meets technology. From her journey into the AI space to practical ways creatives can use it without losing their voice, this episode is all about staying adaptable, thinking for yourself, and using tech as a tool to unlock your best life.Show Links⁠Visit Kelli's site⁠⁠Follow Kelli on IG⁠Explore the Tastemaker Tunes playlist (shoutout Step Up franchise 😝)⁠Learn more at TC 2027!⁠

Ready to move beyond relying on one income stream? In today's episode, Lauren Less sits down with Chandice to talk about building a multi-income creator business. We're covering brand deals, social commerce, blogging, email lists, and how to grow without burning out.Show Links⁠Find Lauren on Substack⁠Follow Lauren on ⁠IG⁠ and ⁠TikTok⁠⁠Visit Lauren's blog⁠⁠Join us in San Antonio for TC27!⁠

Today Abbey is catching up with Laura Scherb, a food photographer and creator behind Page and Plate! Laura is sharing how she transitioned from food blogging to professional photography over the past decade, highlighting her evolution of creative style along the way. Because we can't get enough, we're also exploring Substack together, with Laura explaining how she uses it to share recipes behind a paywall while alternating with photo essays and behind-the-scenes content every other week. Tune in and then get crafty!Show LinksFollow along on the Page and Plate Substack!Follow Laura on InstagramVisit Laura's websiteJoin us for TC 2027 in San Antonio for more conversations like this one!

Josh Gale has spent the last year building @TheChefOutWest into an engaged community, and a full-time career. Today, he's chatting with Chandice about his journey to 1 million followers across platforms. While growth doesn't happen overnight, Josh is sharing the insights you need if you're looking to catalyze the process (without losing your unique POV). Tune in!Show LinksFollow along on www.theChefOutWest.comJoin us for TC 2027 in San Antonio! 🤠

Like so many bloggers, Christie Vanover has seen her organic search traffic decline due to AI. That decline in views equals a decline in ad revenue. So she's been testing an automated way to populate social channels, using her existing blog posts, to shift where her traffic comes from. We're diving into what she's learned as a result on today's episode, along with a candid convo about entering the CPG realm as a creator. Enjoy! Show LinksChristie's website: girlscangrill.com The Traffic Shift Course: https://www.thetrafficshift.com/ CPGs: https://shop.girlscangrill.com/ Follow Christie on all socials @girlscangrill

Rebecca Johnston (Devour Dinner) has been to every Tastemaker Conference since we opened our doors in Salt Lake City in 2018. Each year, she and Abbey kick off the conference weekend with a hug, which acts as a powerful symbol of what Tastemaker is all about.We're chatting all about the impact of community--especially in the context of operating a one-woman creator business--and getting one of Rebecca's specialty pep talks on today's episode. Tune in!Show LinksExplore Rebecca's site, DevourDinner.comBest Cookie Recipes here!Free hugs at TC 2027 San Antonio 🥰

Today we're joined by Naomi Andres! Naomi is the founder of Knead Some Sweets, a baking and dessert blog she started at age 14. We're exploring Naomi's early interest in baking, her journey into food blogging, and her approach to balancing her blog with a full-time job. We're also chatting about how Naomi plans to grow long-term and her advice for creators who are just getting started.Show LinksFind recipes and more from Naomi on her blogFollow Naomi on InstagramJoin us for TC 2027! $599 Early Bird pricing only lasts through Feb 28!

Every quarter, Tastemaker founder, Abbey Rodriguez, writes an open letter to our community. For this quarter's message, Abbey is sitting down to have a one-on-one chat with you from her microphone, sharing pieces of her life, her thinking, and her goals--for Tastemaker, for the industry, and for herself.Enjoy this special Tastemaker Talk segment: From the Founder!Show LinksBuy your Tastemaker 2027 ticket to San Antonio!

We are SO happy to be sitting down for today's episode with Jocelyn Delk Adams, discussing her journey from baking cakes in Chicago to becoming a successful TV personality and judge. We're also exploring lessons learned from her recent endeavors with her ready-made cake line, Everyday Grand--available soon nationwide in Walmart stores! This episode emphasizes the importance of authenticity, hard work, and maintaining a clear brand voice while adapting to changes in the industry. Enjoy!Show NotesFollow along with Everyday Grand on Instagram! 🍰 Check out Grandbaby Cakes onlineBuy your Tastemaker Conference 2027 ticket

Today we're diving into copyright basics and AI's impact on content creators with Gavin Gillas, a former IP lawyer and co-founder of Copymight Coalition! Gavin is here to give us an overview of the challenges creators face with AI platforms using their content without permission, and explore potential paths of resistance for creators and consumers. He's also breaking down exactly which aspects of AI-generated content are copyright-able (spoiler alert: almost none), emphasizing the importance of original creation even in the digital age. Show LinksJoin the Copymight CoalitionConnect with Gavin on LIRead more about the psychology behind Uncanny Valley Join us (and Gavin!) for Tastemaker 2027 in San Antonio to continue your learning!

Today we're joined by the lovely Mary Smith! Mary is the creator behind Mary's Whole Life, a gluten-free recipe blog and content platform. Chandice and Mary are unpacking Mary's journey, from being diagnosed with celiac disease to building a successful content creation business. Mary is sharing her approach to recipe development, business growth strategies, and how she maintains work-life balance as a mom of three. Enjoy!Show LinksFollow Mary on InstagramCheck out Mary's blogJoin us for Tastemaker Conference 2027 in San Antonio!

We're honored to be chatting with Marta Rivera Diaz (Sense & Edibility) in this special episode of Tastemaker Talk. Please note: This episode engages with nuanced social, political, and historical realities. We approach these topics with care, but some listeners may find parts of the conversation challenging or emotionally charged.Marta is a San Antonio local and trusted advocate in the Tastemaker community, and today we're having an honest conversation about the nuances of hosting our 2027 event in San Antonio. This conversation comes at a time when political tensions are high, and we wanted to dive head-first into the realities of San Antonio's political, cultural, and geographical histories--and what that means for us as a community intending to gather there. Tune in, and let us know your thoughts and follow-up questions in the comments! 🫶Show NotesTo learn more about San Antonio Review the 2026 MLK march--the largest in the nation!San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM) VisitSanAntonio.comHow to help communities impacted by ICEExplore the ACLU website/IG and use their templates to contact your repsDonate if you can - The Kitchn has a round-up on their IG of local food banks/orgs who are organizing in MinnesotaShare your beliefs and use your platforms to speak out, especially if you feel safe enough to do so!

In our SEASON 3 PREMIERE EPISODE (!!!), Abbey sits down with Jack Thomas and Azara Krovatin to chat about building a creator business that lasts—especially in the food space—without relying on ads alone. They get into what makes a great knowledge product (courses, digital products, memberships), how to validate your idea fast, and how to build community by sharing your authentic food stories. This one is quick, but it's full of your next steps for fueling growth—without abandoning your values.Show Notes:Register for Jack and Azara's February webinar!Get your TC 2027 tickets for San Antonio!

We had the BEST time at Tastemaker Conference 2026 at the JW Marriott Los Angeles LA LIVE -- such a good time, in fact, that we needed to close out Season 2 of the pod with our main takeaways. This quick episode explores the impact of community, the depth of the sessions, and the incomparable feeling of gathering with people who just get you.We're already planning and looking forward to TC 2027 in San Antonio! It will be our TENTH Tastemaker, and we can't wait to do it big, Texas style!GET YOUR EARLY BIRD TC 2027 TICKET - best rate of the year ends 1/18!

Hey hey! WE HEAD TO TASTEMAKER 2026 IN JUST A FEW DAYS! To celebrate, we 're revisiting one of our main stage sessions from Tastemaker Conference 2025 in Las Vegas! This panel discussion has never been released to the public before, and we hope that it can spark some exciting ideas and a-ha moments for you as we usher in the new year. And get ready--we've got even more amazing experiences waiting in LA later this week!We hope you enjoy, and we’re excited to see so many of you so soon!!

We're so excited to be sitting down with Ben Jabbawy, founder of Grocers List, for today's episode! Grocers list is a platform built to help food creators drive more website traffic and capture more emails from social channels and unlock new forms of monetization. Ben is sharing all of his insider tips to help you take your next step toward growing your platform (without overwhelming your plate).Show LinksFollow Grocers List on IGLearn more about Grocers ListJOIN US AT TC 2026! Ben and his team will be there and ready to help you!

As the search stars would have it, we sat down to record this episode with Marie Haynes 10 minutes after Google's December 2025 update launched! Tune in to hear what Marie makes of it all, and for her interpretation of what this and other AI updates mean for food creators.Show LinksLearn more about Google's Core UpdateJoin The Search Bar, Marie's online community!Subscribe to Marie's newsletterGET YOUR TC2026 TICKET TO LEARN MORE FROM MARIE (special thanks to TopHatRank for curating this SEO education for us!)

We spend so much time talking about reaching new levels of your food content creation business, but what if you're at Level 1? In today's episode of Tastemaker Talk, we're sitting down with Kayla Burton from Food Blog Coaching to talk us through exactly what she would do if she wanted to start a food blog in 2025. Whether you're blogging-curious, a beginner blogger, or a veteran looking for a refresh--you'll want to hear Kayla's advice!Show Notes:Get coaching & free resources from Kayla's teamFollow Kayla on Instagram Listen to some of Kayla's fave artists in our Tastemaker Tunes playlist 😎 Get your TC 2026 ticket!!

We always love hearing from today's guest, Sandie Markle (Blueberri)! We're sitting down with Sandie to discuss the rapid changes in the tech landscape over the past 5 years, focusing on how AI, particularly generative and agentic AI, has transformed content presentation on search engine results pages (SERPs) and social media platforms. We're also teasing some of the takeaways you'll be able to find at Sandie's upcoming speaking appearance at Tastemaker Conference 2026! Show LinksConnect with Sandie on LinkedInFind Sandie on InstagramGet your TC 2026 ticket!

Laura Ashley Johnson has amassed a loyal following at Dinner in 321, but her story is far from an overnight success. Tune in to hear how Laura Ashley built her brand, lost everything, and started completely over...twice! Laura Ashley is sharing her tried and true strategies for growth across platforms, including how consistent content creation, quality, and audience connection helped her get back everything she'd lost. If you've ever felt like it's time to throw in the towel, take this as your sign to keep going (no matter how tough things get)!Show NotesCheck out Laura Ashley's websiteFollow along on InstagramSee Laura Ashley speak at Tastemaker in LA!

We had the BEST time at MVCon in early November, and we're excited to spend some time unpacking everything we learned with you today! We've always known that Mediavine cares about creators (they've been a sponsor of our event from the very beginning!), but we gained a deeper understanding of exactly how they are showing up for creators like us in Boston.Thanks Mediavine, and can't wait to see you in LA!Show NotesCheck out Mediavine's new publisher requirements (hint: you may qualify!)Check out Grocers List and see how it can help you growJoin us at Tastemaker 2026--EBF sale live Nov 18-23, unlocking $100 off!

Today we're catching up with our friend Rachel Korinek from Two Loves Studio! We're diving into Rachel's career transition from editorial to commercial food photography, and exploring her creative evolution along with her approach to storytelling through visual details. If you're in need of a creativity boost or food photography tips, this episode is just what you need!Show LinksCheck out Creative Photo Essays that our attendees made with Rachel on our 2024 Photography Retreat in ITALY!Explore Rachel's stunning photographs on InstagramGet your TC2026 ticket here!

This week we're discussing Natasha Pierre's upcoming session at Tastemaker 2026, which will teach you how to create a content strategy that will do #werk in 2026. Natasha is sharing insights on Instagram's evolving algorithm and strategies for creating more purposeful content on multiple platforms.Show Links:Find Natasha on IG @shinewithnatasha and @withshinestudioCheck out Natasha's fav creator, @olivianocedaGet your TC 2026 ticket to hear more in-depth content tips from Natasha!!

We are SO honored to have Rachel Cunliffe, founder and designer at Cre8d Design, joining us today--all the way from New Zealand!!Diving deeper into Rachel's article, "Why food blogs still matter (even in the age of ChatGPT)," we're dissecting the many ways that AI falls flat when it comes to recipe creation (or should we say imitation). If you've been needing a data-backed pep talk to keep going, creating, and sharing recipes that are uniquely you, this one is for you! Show NotesGet WordPress design supportSubscribe to Rachel's Substack, "Best Served Hot," for a weekly data report!Check out Rachel's food blog, Friday's PizzaFollow Rachel on Instagram!Learn more with Atlas of AI by Kate Crawford

Today our good friend Erin Collins of Meaningful Eats joins us for her second appearance on the pod! Erin and Chandice are going even deeper this time around, getting into the technical aspects and details to consider when self-publishing a cookbook. We're excited to bring this one to you today, especially as advancements in AI are making tangible keepsakes--like cookbooks--all the more important.Plus, be sure to stick around for the Q&A with printing expert and Firewire Publishing owner, Morgan Crockett! Morgan is answering the questions YOU submitted about self-publishing/cookbook creation via social media. Show Notes:Pre-order Erin's upcoming cookbook, Let's Celebrate Gluten-Free!Read Morgan's book rec, Who Not How by Dan SullivanJoin us for TC26 and get your very own, specialty printed yearbook!

The Tastemaker Team is BACK, baby! Today we're talking all about our brand/website refresh, which you can enjoy for yourself later this October!We're walking you through our thought process when it comes to the rebrand, including how to identify your brand personality, the importance of working with a team you trust (shoutout to Lindsay and Jordan! ), and making sure that you're regularly checking in with your brand values and updating them as needed.Show Links​Build a Brand WorkbookThe Brand Archetypes wheel!​Check out Jordan's work at Studio 9 Co​Check out Lindsay's work at Made to Thrive

We're so excited to bring you today's conversation with Justin Moore, founder of Creator Wizard and author of Sponsor Magnet! This conversation was recorded ahead of Justin's speaking appearance at VTC 2025, and we're stoked to be giving you a teaser of his full-length session: "How to Craft a Sponsorship Pitch No Brand Will Ignore."From helping us write a sponsorship pitch to Erewhon to discussing Justin's metal band days (yes, you read that right), this convo is a delight from start to finish. Show LinksWatch Justin's full VTC session - purchase your replays hereFind more from Justin at sponsormagnet.com

You may know Bjork Ostrom from his trailblazing work over at Food Blogger Pro, and we're thrilled to welcome him to the pod this week to chat about how food content creators can prioritize purpose to reach their business goals.Today, along with Abbey and Chandice, Bjork is covering everything from monetization methods in the evolving creator economy to Rice the pet frog. This is a fun one--enjoy!Show LinksTune in to the Food Blogger Pro podcastGet in touch with BjorkCheck out Bjork's must-have tech tool, the Things App!

Today Chandice is chatting with Megan Porta, who you all know and love from Eat Blog Talk! Together Megan and Chandice explore strategies for community building, how to embed your personal values into your business, and the importance of adaptability in the creator economy. Show LinksFind all things Eat Blog TalkReach out to MeganJoin us for Tastemaker 2026 LA!

Welcome to a very special REPLAY EPISODE of Creator Trends for 2025 with Mediavine!With VTC right around the corner, we didn't want to throw too much content at you all at once (that's not how our brains thrive, after all!). So we're encouraging you to listen to this replay ep with Amanda Martin (CRO at Mediavine), pick up a few new nuggets of wisdom, and then join us for VTC 2025 to stream Mediavine's on-demand session to keep the good times going!Get your VTC 2025 ticket here, and we'll see you Friday 9/12!

Today we're sitting down with our good friends from NerdPress, Andrew Wilder and Joel Carter. We're covering what branding actually means, and how authentic storytelling, brand differentiation, and core value alignment can help set you apart from AI-generated content. Today's Big Theme™️ is "Action creates clarity," and we hope that this episode speaks to those of us who have been feeling a little lost or listless lately.Show Links:Find NerdPress onlineGrow your WordPress site with Hubbub!Get in touch with Andrew or Joel at [email protected] the Build a Brand with Impact FREEBIEGet your ticket to VTC in September to learn more about branding!Connect with NerdPress IRL at Tastemaker Conference 2026 in LA!

We're geeking out over today's episode, y'all! We're honored to be sitting down with Chef Carla Contreras, a food creative, content strategist, and the host of the Nourishing Creativity podcast. Chef Carla is giving us a Substack introduction, and she's making a very compelling case for why food content creators need to have a presence in the Substack arena. While sharing her warm energy and creative wisdom, Chef Carla is also giving us a teaser for her deep-dive sessions at Virtual Tastemaker in September AND Tastemaker 2026 in LA!Show NotesFor more of Chef Carla, tune in to the Nourishing Creativity podcastFollow Chef Carla on Instagram!Buy your VTC and TC26 tickets to learn from Chef Carla IRL!!

Foodie friends, you are not going to want to skip this one! We're chatting today with Liane Walker, a mom of three, a Siftr investor, and the Managing Director of Foodie Digital.In today's convo, Liane is providing insights on the challenges faced by food bloggers due to AI changes and algorithm updates, emphasizing the importance of data-driven decision-making and being a creator who can adapt.Show NotesCheck out Foodie DigitalCheck out Siftr SEO and follow along on IGConnect with Liane on LinkedInJoin us for Tastemaker 2026 LA!

Allea Grummert has worked with content creators across all niches, and she believes that when it comes to the creator economy, food creators are the honors students. What does that mean, exactly? On one hand, we're tenacious, organized, and resilient. But we also tend to push ourselves toward burnout and hold tightly to some unrealistic expectations for our work. Listen, food creators contain multitudes!Tune in to today's episode for Allea's expert perspective on what food creators are doing really well, and where they might be able to seek support. Because you don't have to do it all, and you certainly don't have to do it alone. Show NotesCheck out Allea's websiteBook a free 15-minute coaching call here!Tune in to Allea's podcastFollow Allea on InstagramStream “Substack vs. Kit” from the Happy Subscribers podcastDownload Allea's content calendarFollow Tilly the Cat on IGRegister for TC 2026!

Today we're sitting down with Emily Baksa to discuss how telling clearer, more authentic stories can help your content stand out in an AI-driven world. Emily is a copywriter and marketing strategist who helps food content creators gain creative and financial freedom so they keep loving what they do.Hit play to explore Emily's insights on content rewriting and how to use AI tools for efficiency, not to replace your unique humanity. Emily also shares her tips for embracing change, branding with intentionality, and "de-optimizing" your old content.Show NotesGet Emily's Cooking for Humans course here! $20 off with code: TASTEMAKERCheck out Emily's websiteFollow Emily on IGMeet Emily IRL at Tastemaker Conf 2026!

We are SO excited to chat with the formidable Joanie Simon, aka The Bite Shot, today! Press play to learn about Joanie's journey into food photography, including her transition from hobby to professional photographer. Today's Big Themes™️ uncover the importance of making mistakes, maintaining authenticity, and finding community in creative work. We also talk candidly about the business side of Joanie's photography practice, including her approach to cookbook projects, workload management, and balancing family life with professional pursuits.Show NotesRead Joanies book recs: The Art of Possibility and Hook PointFollow Joanie on IG or find her at thebiteshot.comGet your Tastemaker 2026 tickets rn!

Matt Molen is CEO of Email Crush and a top educator in email marketing, and today we're lucky enough to pick his brain about why email marketing matters for bloggers and content creators.Get your notebook ready, because this one is FULL of practical advice you can use immediately, including: Strategies for building and nurturing email lists through welcome sequences and consistent content deliveryHow to automate your systems for bigger impactMatt's FAVORITE subject line (that you can borrow)And so much more!Show Notes:Matt's FREE ROI CALCULATOREmail Matt to continue the convoFollow Matt on IGBuy your Tastemaker Conference 2026 ticket to keep learning!

On today's episode, Toni Okamoto chats with us about her food blogging and content creation journey building Plant-Based on a Budget. Throughout the convo Toni shares her strategies for building a loyal community via personal connections and budget-friendly content. Tune in to hear Toni's favorite ways to connect with her audience, which also happen to impact her ability to monetize and grow her reach.Show Links:Check out Toni's blogFollow Toni on IGListen to music from today's chat in our playlist!Get your TC 2026 ticket!

By popular demand, we are sitting down with Casey Markee to cover all of your most pressing SEO questions! In this episode Casey shares extensive insights about Google's AI mode transition and its impact on content creation, emphasizing the importance of high-quality, unique content. We also discuss technical strategies to help bloggers adapt to future changes in the digital landscape.Show Notes: ⁠Schedule an Audit with Casey (booking for August)⁠Google’s AI-Powered SERPs: Strategies for recipe, travel, and lifestyle bloggersHow Evolving Search Results Impact Content Creators (TopHatChats)Niche blogging in the new Google reality: 5 strategies to thrive or dieFind Casey at mediawyse.com, or connect in the Food Blogger Pro and Food Blogger's Central Facebook groupsJoin us for TC 2026 in Los Angeles!

Today we sit down as a complete Tastemaker Team--all 4 of us! 🤭 We clarify our roles, chat about how communication and flexibility is a key tenant to our success, and narrow in on our respective zones of genius. If you're itching for a look behind the scenes, wondering how to foster community and camaraderie with your own small team, or just want to giggle with us--press play!Show Links:Abbey's fave creator: The New YorkerChandice's fave creator: chefbae and isabelleheikensLeslie's fave creators: diasdechuvaseca and aysat_officielDaphne's fave creators: ssense and lydialoo12Join us at Tastemaker 2026 in Los Angeles!

We are so excited to be chatting with our friend Izzah Cheema on today's episode! Izzah is the brilliant mind behind Tea for Turmeric, a trusted source for South Asian recipes with over half a million monthly views on less than 130 recipes.We dig into Izzah's journey as a food blogger, the importance of authenticity in branding, and strategies for maintaining motivation and preventing burnout in the creator economy. Press play and let Izzah's warmth and wisdom brighten your day!Show Links:Follow Izzah on InstagramGet your Tastemaker 2026 ticket!

You might have heard of this week's guest when you saw her create Bad Bunny's birthday cake? Or maybe you saw her on Netflix's "Is it Cake?" Or maybe you just know and love her from Sugar Geek Show, where you follow along for her amazing cakes AND amazing energy.That's right: today we're chatting with renowned pastry chef, Liz Marek! Liz was generous enough to take time out of a dreamy Moroccan vacation to share her journey from being an uncertain teenager to becoming a successful cake artist and content creator. We also yapped about the balance between creativity and profitability in their respective fields, and how to stop sacrificing the joy of making art for the algorithm alone. Show Links:Get your armature wire here 😜Get Sugar Geek Fondant hereFollow Sugar Geek Show on InstagramAlso find her @ SugarGeekShow on all socialsJoin us at Tastemaker 2026!

Today we're joined by Chef Evelyn Williams of ​Gourmet Grad School​! Evelyn was kind enough to discuss her journey in the food industry with us, starting from the top. Nothing is off-limits today: from the economy and the importance of diversifying income to Evelyn's transition into culinary entrepreneurship, we cover it all.In this episode, Evelyn shares her strategies for avoiding burnout and identifying your unique strengths, plus her favorite ingredients, books, and dream collaborators.P.S. Gourmet Grad School is expanding! Keep your eyes on their Signature Program for exciting updates. 👀 Show Links:Follow Chef Evelyn on InstagramFollow along with Gourmet Grad SchoolGet your TC 2026 ticket!

We promised a follow-up convo, and this week we're delivering! Today Chandice sits down with Danielle from Liss Legal to provide an overview of recipe copyright laws and their application to food content creation.If your copyright curiosity has recently been piqued, hit play to learn about legal protections for recipes and fair use guidelines in the USA. Danielle also touches on common copyright myths and shares her candid advice for what to do if you find yourself in tricky copyright situations.Show Links:Get in touch with Danielle at Liss LegalDownload one of Danielle's Businessese templates Join us in Los Angeles for TC 2026!

This week we're sitting down with our longtime friend, the brilliant Haley Janicek from Kit! We love to dive into the big picture of the creator economy with Haley, whose chief role on the Kit team involves orchestrating events and experiences aimed at fostering creator growth. Get your notepad ready to capture Haley's strategies for creators to diversify their income streams, including her hottest email marketing tips. This is one you don't wanna miss!Show Links:Follow Haley on InstagramConnect with Haley on LinkedInGet your ticket to Craft + CommerceJoin the Kit Creator NetworkListen to the Nathan Barry Show (Haley's fav podcast)Join us at Tastemaker 2026 LA!

Press play to hear Yumna’s candid thoughts on the importance of crediting others in your niche, her tips for successfully engaging your audience, and how to keep your content relevant and helpful.DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded May 6, and new information about the controversy has since come to light. We know this is an extremely nuanced topic, and we plan to discuss the details of copyright law and recipe creation in an upcoming episode of Tastemaker Talk.Show Links:Follow Yumna on Instagram (Feel Good Foodie)Send her a DM (she answers all of them personally!) or email her at [email protected] your TC 2026 ticket today!

We are honored to be joined this week by Marta Rivera Diaz of Sense and Edibility, to discuss the ethics of content creation. As food bloggers and content creators, we know that the involvement of loved ones is something all of us have had to reckon with as legislature and culture has shifted over the years. In this convo, we cover it all: the importance of consent and autonomy when involving family members (and particularly minors), how to check in with your conscience and value system, and the way that privilege plays into the conversation. We also touch on the need for self-reflection, accountability, and acknowledging past mistakes, as well as the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in content creation. Links and Further Learning:Shari Franke’s memoir Marta's SocialsX/TwitterPinterestInstagramYoutubeFacebookSense & Edibility WebsiteTastemaker Conference 2026 tickets!

This week on the Tastemaker Talk podcast, we're picking up where we left off. Abbey is opening up about her personal experiences following the pandemic, including a divorce that shaped how she showed up in all aspects of her life–including her business. In this episode, she and Chandice explore the ways in which they have continued to #holdspace for one another throughout these highs and lows, and how the Tastemaker Conference team and community has been a source of joy and support for each of them.P.S. The Tastemaker Birthday Sale is still running for 2 more days!! We’d love to invite you to celebrate with us, and we’re offering $80 off your Tastemaker Conference 2026 ticket. Use the code BDAY80 and keep the party going, available now through April 30.

In this week’s episode, we’re diving deep into the personal and professional learning experiences that have shaped Tastemaker Conference over the past 8 years, and we’re not holding back. If you’ve ever wondered who we are, how we make it all happen, or why we continue to show up even in times of uncertainty, loss, and grief–this one’s for you. AND to celebrate Tastemaker turning 8 this month, we are offering listeners an exclusive discount for Tastemaker Conference 2026 in Los Angeles.Get your ticket here, and apply code BDAY80 at registration for $80 off your ticket price. Our gift to you, only running through the end of April! Thanks so much for being here. 🎉 ❤️