Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 170
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
YouTube: 150 subscribers
Instagram: 231 followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
foodforthoughtcmc@gmail.com
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Host
Melissa Reagan - Melissa Reagan is the host of a food-focused show covering culinary experiences, restaurants, hospitality, food and beverage, and the stories behind what people eat and drink.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Michele DiMeo - Entering The Hospitality Business, The Meaning Of Hospitality, Restaurant And Hospitality Industry Experiences, And Leadership Lessons.
Andy Ellwood - Grocery Prices, Consumer Access, Technology, Family Grocery Shopping, And The Changing Retail Food Experience.
Ana Olson - Women In The Restaurant Industry, Entrepreneurship, Tequila Production, Additive-free Tequila, Food Pairing, And Building A New Career Path.
Mauricio Velázquez de León - Tacos And Burritos, Recipes, Food History, Mexican Culinary Traditions, Food Publishing, And Culinary Illustration.
Emmanuel Laroche - Madagascar’s Cuisine, Ingredients Such As Vanilla And Pepper, Caviar, Food And Beverage Traditions, Ritual, Community, And Culinary Travel.
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Episodes
168. Candy Corn Walked So Slime Could Run
October 09, 2026
Welcome back to The Food For ThoughtCast, it's spooky season and time for Episode 168! It's a solo episode today, and I'm going on a deep dive into the history of some iconic Halloween foods. There is a little history, a little science, a dash of nostalgia, and a lot to learn! Did you know that candy corn used to be sold year-round and was initially a marketing gimmick? Did you know that oranges, carrots, and turnips were the initial pieces of produce to be carved, long before anybody put a p...
167. Woody Creek Whiskey Dinner
September 24, 2026
Hey there food fans! It's just me today as I share the eats and drinks I experienced this past Sunday at the Woody Creek Whiskey Dinner at Whiskey Cake Restaurant in Plano, Texas. I had the immense pleasure of experiencing five carefully crafted courses paired with cocktails and pours from Woody Creek Distillery in collaboration with the team at Whiskey Cake. The dinner was hosted by none other than William H. Macy himself, and the culinary and dining team of the restaurant. The standout was ...
166. The Culinary Origin Story with Greer Jackson
September 17, 2026
Hey there food fans! It's time for Episode 166 of The Food For ThoughtCast. Today I was honored to be joined by Greer Jackson, a fermenter, forager, and story-keeper of all things food and family. We talk about what it means to carry on culinary legacies, and how all of the elements of the people that came before and where and how you grew up can influence your kitchen identity. Greer writes a beautiful substack that examines food and culture, specifically the connections between ritual and b...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef?
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What is the email for The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef?
The publicly listed email for The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef: foodforthoughtcmc@gmail.com.
How many listeners does The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef have?
Podseeker estimates The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef?
The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Professional experience in restaurants, hospitality, food and beverage, culinary publishing, cookbook authorship, food writing, culinary education, or food-related entrepreneurship, ideally paired with a distinctive personal story, product, book, or area of expertise. Common among recent guests: Leadership or entrepreneurship in the restaurant, hospitality, food, or beverage industries; Published cookbooks or food books; Founding or developing food and beverage brands. Recent guests include Michele DiMeo, Andy Ellwood, and Ana Olson.
How hard is it to get booked on The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef?
Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.
What topics does The Food For ThoughtCast: Call Me Chef cover?
Recent episodes cover Culinary, Restaurants, Hospitality, Beverages, and Cookbooks. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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