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Allinfoodz covers a variety of food, and foodservice-related topics that aim to answer core questions regarding our food decisions: How, and why we eat food? The process of creating, serving, and eating food can be a personal or social event. Most people think about food frequently during any given day. Furthermore, there are often underlying reasons that might drive how we make our food choices and decisions, whether we are consuming, or offering food to others. Allinfoodz provides a space to share varied and all-inclusive food choice research, stories, narratives and experiences, so that we can learn from each other.

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Food Choices at the Grocery Store

2026/01/29

Grocery stores, both physical and digital, quietly shape what we at, how much we spend, and how healthy our choices become. In this episode of allinfoodz, we explore how online grocery shopping influences nutrition, food waste, and equity, drawing on recent research with Dr. Yizao Liu. From algorithms to SNAP policy, we ask whether technology is helping people eat better—or simply nudging them differently. Music credit: "West in Africa" by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.

Beyond Compliance: The New Legal Realities of Foodservice

2026/01/08

This episode explores how legal frameworks are reshaping the future of foodservice. From climate disclosure to AI governance, Aramark's General Counsels Melissa Merkel and Aaron Skrypski walk us through the little-seen legal forces that increasingly influence sustainability, ethics, transparency, and innovation across the food system. Music credit: "West in Africa" by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.

Beyond Graduation: Three Alumni, Three Journeys, One Hospitality Mindset

2025/12/18

In this special alumni edition, three Penn Staters (Jill Ferguson '98, Jaden Crudup '25, and Alysha Foo '25) reflect on their unexpected career paths and the lessons they learned along the way. From operational leadership to legal strategy and organizational transformation, they offer candid stories about growth, purpose, and navigating an industry where people, food, and values intersect. Music credit: "West in Africa" by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.

Access, Value & the Future of Higher Education: Insights from President Andrew Feinstein

2025/12/03

President Andrew "Andy" Feinstein of the University of Northern Colorado joins us to discuss the changing landscape of higher education, where access, relevance, workforce expectations, and hospitality-inspired leadership converge to define the next generation of universities. Music credit: "West in Africa" by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.

Relaunch of allinfoodz

2025/12/03

After a thoughtful hiatus, allinfoodz is back! Host Dr. Amit Sharma reflects on the podcast’s journey since 2017 — from its roots in exploring the complex world of food systems to its renewed vision for the future. In this relaunch episode, Dr. Sharma introduces new producer and editor Alicia Skeath and shares what listeners can expect in the episodes ahead. Music credit: "West in Africa" by John Bartmann is licensed under a CC0 1.0 Universal License.

Adapting in Foodservice: A Conversation with Tom Neely

2025/09/03

Hospitality leader Tom Neely discusses how businesses are responding to labor challenges, shifting guest expectations, and sustainability goals in today’s foodservice industry through thoughtful leadership and innovation.

Rethinking Institutional Food: Local, Nutritious, and Sustainable?

2025/08/27

Institutional meals feed millions, but can they also drive sustainability? Dr. Laure Saulais unpacks the complex systems behind institutional foodservice and shares insights on aligning health, policy, procurement, and sustainability goals in healthcare and beyond.

Why Advocacy Matters in Hospitality — And How to Do It Right

2025/04/30

In this episode, John Longstreet shares insights on navigating policy challenges, workforce shortages, and legislative advocacy in hospitality. From minimum wage debates to public-private innovation, we explore what it takes to lead and sustain the restaurant and lodging industry in a changing world.

Drink Trends Uncorked: What’s Gaining & What’s Fading

2025/04/16

Join us back in a conversation with Dr. Kathy Kelley as we explore shifting alcohol consumption trends, from Gen Z’s sober curiosity to the rise of low- and no-alcohol drinks. Learn how consumer preferences, health consciousness, and product innovation are reshaping what, how, and why people drink today.

Community-Driven Efforts to Reduce Food Insecurity

2025/02/19

Food insecurity is a real and persistent challenge facing our society. While government organizations are essential to provide food to those in need, grass-root initiatives are often the backbone for local communities. We revisit with Mel Curtis, the Director of the Anti-Hunger program at the YMCA in Central PA to get an update of realities surrounding the food insecurity challenge.

A Conversation with Jeff Lobdell

2025/01/15

In this pod we discuss the present and future of the restaurant industry, from the viewpoint of a multi-unit restaurant owner and current Chairman of the Board of the National Restaurant Association, Mr. Jeff Lobdell. Our quiz question includes a bucket list item for you to add to your list!

Salad Bars in Schools

2024/12/23

In this podcast, our guest Dr. Meg Bruening from Penn State University discusses the effectiveness of salad bars in schools to promote healthier food choices amongst students. Our quiz question is about one of the largest meal programs in the world, and its creation from a historical perspective.

Food Waste in Meetings & Events

2024/11/06

Meetings & Events are crucial to our travel and hospitality experiences and food is a central element. In this pod we discuss the complexity of managing food waste in this industry and opportunities to solve this crucial aspect of sustainable, and responsible consumption. Our guest, Dr Rick Garlick, shares insights from a recent World Wildlife Fund research project. Check out this pod’s quiz question!

Recovering Food for Those in Need

2024/10/23

In this episode, we explore innovative ways to address food waste and food insecurity through community efforts. The conversation highlights turning surplus food into opportunities, while discussing sustainability, logistics, and the broader impact of these initiatives. Stay tuned for inspiring insights on tackling one of today’s major global challenges.

Autism Spectrum Disorder and Food Preferences

2024/10/09

The impact of Autism Spectrum Disorder on food preferences remains less understood. In this podcast we unpack several of these aspects with Dr. Vinita Berry, from multiple perspectives, including how restaurant and foodservice industries can make spaces more accessible to autistic people.