In this episode of Gluten Free Unwrapped, Jenny Finke speaks with Suzie Carpenter, the founder of Savor by Suzie. While Savor by Suzie is now famous for its irresistibly crunchy, gluten- and grain-free pretzels, Suzie’s path here was anything but simple.

In 2000, when her daughter Kelly was diagnosed with autism, celiac disease, and more than twenty-five food intolerances, Suzie and her daughter faced a world of limited food options. Suzie channeled her family’s love of pretzels to create the world’s first grain-free pretzel. Not only that, Suzie has been on a mission to provide meaningful employment opportunities for neurodiverse individuals.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Suzie got into the pretzel business – hint, it’s a family affair.
• What she was doing before the inception of Savor by Suzie and how it relates to her business today.
• What led her down the path to creating the world’s first grain-free pretzel?
• How her daughter’s autism diagnosis challenged-yet-inspired their family.
• Suzie’s commitment to employing neurodiverse employees.

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In this episode of Gluten Free Unwrapped, Jenny Finke speaks with Michelle Carfagno, the founder and CEO of The Greater Knead. Michelle started her company in 2012 after several family members were diagnosed with celiac disease. As a life-long baker, she began creating foods her whole family could enjoy.

Today, the Greater Knead is known for its gluten-free and top-nine allergen-free New York-style bagels, pretzel bites, and bagel chips—and it’s also known for helping people feel safe and included at the table.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Michelle first came up with the idea to start a gluten-free bagel company.
• The challenges of developing a bagel recipe free from gluten and the top nine most common allergens.
• The challenges of building a niche frozen food brand.
• Why the company is called The Greater Knead.
• How Michelle continues to persevere despite the many challenges she has faced – and continues to face.

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In this episode of Gluten Free Unwrapped, Jenny Finke speaks with Jill and Lily Bommarito, the dynamic mother-daughter duo behind Ethel’s Baking Company. What began in a small Michigan kitchen as a labor of love has grown into a nationally recognized brand celebrated for its rich, indulgent gluten-free dessert bars. Ethel’s has earned a loyal following not just among those who eat gluten-free, but among anyone who appreciates a decadent, handmade treat crafted with care.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The story behind Ethel’s, and how Jill and Lily built a thriving family business that started in a church basement with one signature product.
• How the famous Ethel’s recipes came to life, including the company’s best-selling Pecan Dandy.
• How Ethel’s first got “discovered.”
• The challenges of building a gluten-free brand, manufacturing, working with family, staying true to your mission.

More about Ethel’s

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WEBSITE: ethels.com

INSTAGRAM: @ethelsbaking

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Gluten-Free Unwrapped peels back the label to reveal the real stories behind the gluten-free brands, trailblazers, and tastemakers shaping the industry. Hosted by Jenny Finke, each episode dives into the journeys of founders, CEOs, and influencers—spotlighting their challenges, innovations, and the passion that fuels their mission.

Whether you’re a gluten-free foodie, a curious entrepreneur, or just love a good origin story, this podcast delivers inspiration, insight, and a deeper connection to the people behind the products you trust.

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