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In this fifty minute interview, we have the opportunity to sit with Chef Joe Taffurelli as he takes us through his journey from busboy to corporate chef over the last 20 years. Come with me as we chop, slice and sift our way through this exciting journey with Chef Joe!

As part of the season 2 interview series, I was fortunate enough to snag an interview with Executive Chef, Culinary Educator, Cook book author and Co-Founder of the Michael Magro Foundation Chef Paul Magro. I had the opportunity to work with Paul for over 25 years before he retired to continue his role on the board of directors of the Michael Magro Foundation, and of course his local guest appearances as food and wine consultant all over Long Island. Don't miss this episode as Chef Paul highlights some of the interesting adventures in the world of culinary arts.

As part of Season # 2, I will be interviewing some folks who have their roots in the food business or who have branched out a little farther to help those around them.     This episode features Samantha Farber  a passionate and dedicated therapist, who aims to create a safe and supportive space for those struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and those managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma.    Come with me as we chop, slice and sift our way through this episode with former chef and friend to the show, Samantha Farber.

Come with me as we chop, slice and sift our way through the choices we make in our life. This episode looks at how choices, both good and bad effect our daily life and how each choice shapes our future. 

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have more than others? Did they just get lucky? Were they born into a specific class? Or was it training and exposure along the way?    Come we with me as we chop, slice and sift our way through the cast system that seems to separate us all, and find out if you know the way up or out!

This month I added a special episode for the holiday season. As everyone goes out to eat and enjoy themselves, I think there are few things that every person should know. Do you know what a tip and a gratuity are? Have you ever wondered what a service fee really is and who pays for it? If so, then this episode is for you?       Come with me while we chop, slice and sift our way through another one of life's lessons with that chef's insightful twist!

If your life or business hasn't been going in the direction you were expecting, maybe the Diffusion of Innovation is just what you need.   Take a trip we me as we chop, slice and sift our way through one of life's many lessons with that chef's insightful twist. Be prepared as we  discover how the diffusion of innovation makes the world go 'round!

Its time to chop, slice and sift your way into a healthier way of living!       In this episode we discuss some of the things that you may be doing that may not be as healthy as you would think. "I should start eating more bananas!" Should you? Check this episode out if you would like to know more about your own health and well being, and how food sourcing and food choices effect your life!    

Sometimes envy is a motivator, sometimes its a crutch that stops us from being our best and sometimes it is just the thing we need to appreciate all that we already have.   Come with me as chop, slice and sift our way through this episode of Life Lessons A Chef's Insights...Envy!!

Not that Pandemic!!! In this episode we will explore the reasons why people aren't going back to work and what effect it will have on our collective future!    Is a socialized system killing work ethic? Or, is it just what we need?       Tune in to find out!

Sorry I was gone for a while, had to upgrade some equipment...but I'm back with more insights.  This week we discuss "Grace" and what happened to our ability to forgive each other. 

How we view change affects every aspect of our lives and yet we all deal with change differently.  This short insight is a quick piece designed to make you think a little more about how change can be more of a blessing than most of us may think!       Please keep listening and tell a friend! Thanks