Food 101, now in its fifth season, takes listeners on a flavorful journey through Italy’s most beloved pasta creations. This season features iconic dishes such as Spaghetti alla Carbonara, a creamy Roman classic made with eggs, cheese, and pancetta; Penne all’Arrabbiata, known for its bold, spicy tomato sauce; Lasagna alla Bolognese, layered with rich meat ragu and velvety béchamel; and Pasta alla Norma, a Sicilian favorite that combines eggplant, tomato, and ricotta salata. Each episode dives into the history, ingredients, and culinary artistry behind these timeless recipes, celebrating the soul of Italian cuisine one plate at a time.

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Rob Tracz

Guiding Entrepreneurs to Look Good, Feel Good, and Do Great Things!

Today’s guest is Rob Tracz — a high-performance coach, speaker, and creator of the Prime Performance Process, a system that helps driven entrepreneurs and leaders break through stagnation and build sustainable momentum in both life and business.

As the founder of Prime Performance Coaching, Rob teaches individuals and teams how to look good, feel good, and do great things by mastering six core principles: Resilience, Intentionality, Clarity, Optimization, Social Influence, and Opportunity Creation.

Rob’s work blends storytelling, psychology, and actionable strategy to help people turn awareness into performance and pressure into progress. His approach is practical, human, and built for the modern leader who wants to perform at a high level—without burning out.

Get ready for a conversation filled with energy, clarity, and tools you can use immediately to strengthen your mindset, elevate your influence, and create real momentum that lasts.

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Arlene Miller

Work-Life Harmony & Leadership Coach: Polishing the Jewel Within

Arlene Cohen Miller brings a wealth of training and experience to help you compassionately and wholeheartedly lead yourself and create the life that works and feels right for you, a life where you experience less stress and more patience, kindness, and peace; a life where you experience more contentment and joy.

She is a Work-Life Harmony & Leadership Coach for Women, a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, and a Transformational Mentor for Men and Women. Arlene is also an A-V Rated Colorado attorney, a Certified Meditation Facilitator, and has a Diploma in Transformational Holistic Counseling from Australia.

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Food 101 Review, in its fifth season, proudly features Dr. Evette Rose—author of 21 books, international speaker, and holistic counsellor—sharing her love for her all-time favorite food: pizza. In this flavorful conversation, we dive into the cultural roots and global appeal of pizza, exploring how this Italian classic has evolved into one of the world’s most beloved dishes. Dr. Rose reflects on the personal joy and comfort pizza brings, while we uncover its history, versatility, and timeless role in both everyday dining and special occasions. Perfect for food lovers, pizza enthusiasts, and fans of Italian cuisine, this episode highlights why pizza continues to unite people across cultures and generations.

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Food 101, now in its fifth season, features a delicious journey into two iconic Italian dishes—Minestrone and Caprese. In this episode, we uncover the rich history, traditional ingredients, and cultural importance behind these beloved recipes. From the hearty, vegetable-packed comfort of Minestrone soup to the fresh, vibrant simplicity of the Caprese salad, listeners will discover why these Italian classics remain timeless favorites around the world. Join us as we share cooking tips, fun trivia, and culinary insights that celebrate the authentic flavors of Italy. Perfect for food lovers, home cooks, and anyone passionate about Italian cuisine.

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Working In Slippers: Virtual Companies and the New Normal

While many CEOs drag employees back to expensive offices, visionary leaders are building the future: fully remote companies that outperform, outcompete, and out-hire their competition.

Ken Taylor helped scale a startup from three people to a multi-million dollar operation, all without ever renting office space. In Working in Slippers, he reveals how most fully remote companies gain lasting advantages over traditional businesses.

With practical examples and stories from his own experience, Taylor demonstrates how remote work enables companies to become more profitable and productive while enhancing employee quality of life and reducing turnover.

The book explores the full spectrum of remote work:

• Hiring and managing top remote talent
• Creating a high-performance remote company culture
• Identifying the financial, legal, and operational advantages of remote work
• Implementing essential software, management, and operational systems

Whether you're launching a startup, scaling up, or leading enterprise teams, Working in Slippers shows you how to build a more competitive company that works for everyone, everywhere.

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Food 101 returns for its fifth season as Daniel Lucas welcomes Michael deLisser for a fiery deep-dive into the world of spicy food. From chilies’ flavor chemistry to the Scoville scale, Michael explains why heat can heighten sweetness, brighten acidity, and unlock hidden aromas. He shares kitchen-tested tips for building layered spice—toasting, blooming, and balancing with fat, acid, and a touch of sweetness. Expect myth-busting on capsaicin, smart pairings (mango, yogurt, lime), and beginner-to-bold recipes that scale the heat safely. Tune in for a conversation that proves spice isn’t just about burn—it’s about flavor, culture, and joy.

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Food 101 kicks off its fifth season as Daniel Lucas welcomes Teresa Blaes to celebrate two favorite flavors that spark joy and creativity: tomatoes and chocolate. Teresa shares how sun-warmed tomatoes bring brightness and balance—whether sliced into a crisp caprese, slow-roasted for depth, or blitzed into a silky passata. She then leans into chocolate’s comforting complexity, from velvety cocoa to bittersweet bars that add body and intrigue to both sweet and savory dishes. Together they explore bold crossovers—think tomato-chocolate mole, cocoa-dusted roasted cherry tomatoes, and a balsamic-cacao glaze that sings over fresh mozzarella. Expect practical tips, tasting notes, and easy weeknight ideas that turn pantry staples into small celebrations.

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