When Lorissa Link set out to make snacks for her family, she wasn’t just creating another jerky stick — she was rewriting the rules for an entire category. After her son’s food allergy diagnosis and a scary reaction at a birthday party, Lorissa realized the shelves were missing safe, delicious, certified allergen-free snacks.

Drawing on her family’s roots in the jerky business, she launched LK Snacks (formerly Lorissa’s Kitchen), and the rest is history. Her story begins on a Minnesota farm, where she learned the value of food from the ground up — lessons that gave her the confidence to start her own meat stick and jerky company.

Despite navigating a male-dominated industry, Lorissa was determined to do things differently. She created the first certified Top 9 allergen-free jerky and meat stick snacks, made with the utmost care: grass-fed and finished, non-GMO, and zero-sugar.

In this episode, we unwrap:

• How Lorissa’s farm roots shaped her values — and her approach to food
• What it was like to marry into the Jack Link’s legacy and still carve out her own brand
• The birthday party scare that changed Lorissa’s entire outlook on food
• Why allergen certification was a non-negotiable for LK Snacks

Lorissa’s journey is proof that with passion - and a clear purpose - can transform not just a product, but an entire industry.

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INSTAGRAM: @lorissaskitchen

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When Abby Helman Kelly discovered in her 30s that she was gluten intolerant, she found herself in the same frustrating maze many of us know too well—mysterious symptoms, confusing labels, and endless trial-and-error eating. After a naturopath suggested cutting gluten and dairy, Abby’s stubborn eczema cleared up, and she felt better than ever. Later, an egg allergy entered the picture, giving her an even deeper understanding of the challenges of a free-from lifestyle.

Out of her own health journey came a mission: help others navigate gluten-free living in a way that’s not just safe—but fun.

What started as a hyper-local Connecticut gluten-free restaurant guide quickly grew into Wicked Gluten Free, now one of the fastest-growing gluten-free expos in the country.

From her very first event in 2017 to pivoting during COVID when in-person gatherings were impossible, Abby has built an experience that celebrates community, connection, and—of course—delicious gluten-free food.

In this episode, Abby shares:

• What the Wicked Gluten Free expos are like—and who should attend
• How pivoting during COVID was essential to keeping the community connected
• Her take on the future of gluten-free expos, and why so many expos fail
• Her pick for the best gluten-free restaurant in Boston (yes, you can eat the onion rings!)
• The story behind the name “Wicked Gluten Free”

Abby will also share more about how you can attend or get involved with her upcoming expos.

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INSTAGRAM: @wickedglutenfree

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In this episode, talk with Trish Thomas, the co-founder of Every Body Eat, a snack brand built on the belief that everyone deserves to feel included at the table, no matter their dietary restrictions.

Trish’s journey began after a personal health transformation—dealing with weight gain, hair loss, and extreme fatigue following her first pregnancy. She was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and, after eliminating gluten, dairy, and corn, experienced a complete turnaround in her health.

That transformation led to the creation of Every Body Eat, a brand that’s reshaping the snack aisle with allergen-free, clean, and delicious options. Trish shares her philosophy of "ingredients we left out on purpose" and discusses how Every Body Eat stands out in the crowded gluten-free market.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Trish’s health journey and the inspiration behind Every Body Eat.
• The importance of transparency, and why Every Body Eat puts its ingredient list on the front of its packaging.
• Insights into why many small food brands fail and how Trish is combating the stigma.
• How she manages to balance being a mom and an entrepreneur.
• A sneak peek at an exciting new product launching soon—shhh!

Every Body Eat’s product line, including crunchy crackers and sweet cookie bites, is certified gluten-free, vegan, and free from the top 14 allergens. Trish’s story proves that when you create food that’s safe, clean, and delicious, you can bring every body together—one bite at a time.

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WEBSITE: everybodyeating.com

INSTAGRAM: @everybody_eating

FACEBOOK: @everybodyeat

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More about Jenny Finke

Jenny Finke is the founder of the popular blog, Good For You Gluten Free. Find her at goodforyouglutenfree.com and subscribe to her FREE newsletter at welcome.goodforyouglutenfree.com.

INSTAGRAM: @goodforyouglutenfree

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