Invitation to the Cookout
”Invitation to the Cookout” is where food science, product development, and nutritional wisdom meet the culture, all dished out in an engaging vibe that speaks directly to those aware of the importance of what’s on their plate and curious about the science and history behind it. This podcast is the ultimate gathering spot, hosted by a dynamic duo—a food scientist and a health coach—who bring the heat with deep dives into the world of food manufacturing, the nitty-gritty of food science, and the low-down on nutrition, health, and fitness that’s both engaging and actionable. Each episode serves up a flavorful mix of insights into how food products come to life, from the brainstorming sessions to hitting the shelves, giving listeners the inside scoop on the innovations driving healthier and more sustainable choices in the food industry. It’s all about teaching the game on how these advancements affect our food, from farm to fork. ”Invitation to the Cookout” keeps it 100 by unpacking the science of eating right without losing that flavor. Expect to get schooled on everything from superfoods and supplements to breaking down the buzz around food labels, all while keeping it as real as a family cookout. This is where you learn to navigate the grocery aisles armed with knowledge that’s as solid as your grandma’s cooking. Featuring candid sit-downs with the movers and shakers in the food scene, from scientists dropping knowledge bombs to innovators shaking up the supermarket, this podcast is where you get the lowdown on what’s really going into your body. And with listener Q&As, it’s like having a backdoor chat with your own personal health and food squad, ready to debunk myths and spill the tea on eating well. For those about their business in the kitchen, food industry professionals, or anyone just trying to keep it tight and right, ”Invitation to the Cookout” is your spot to lounge and learn. It’s not just a podcast; it’s a movement towards eating smarter, living better, and enjoying the process. Pull up to the cookout, where we’re serving up knowledge that’s just as satisfying as the plate you’re fixing up.
Episodes
We taking it to the Barbershop for this episode with 4 special guests joining DapperDom and TheeAlex Mac to talk all things black mens mental health. We talk about what it was like growing up, the lessons we learned (and the ones we didn't). Being successful black men in corporate America, being a romantic partner and the task of trying to be yourself within society.
This is a first for us but one that is very needed as we look to ...
It's Men Mental Health Month, something that we hold near and dear at the Cookout. Our Guest today is Lucien Isaac, Licensed Professional Counselor at The Joshua Center.
He walks us through his journey to becoming a counselor and helps us navigate Identity vs. role dynamics as men, communicating your feelings and the importance of that as youth, and the process to repair relationships. This is a life-changing episode. Mental health...
DapperDom and TheeAlexMac bring that blacked out vibe on this episode with their latest guest Dr. Airic Hughes, founder of Visionari Studios that produces films, media and events with a mission to promote and preserve black culture.
He walks us through his journey to find his identity, his pursuit of his PhD, and his love for the culture and how he uses that to enlighten and teach the next generation. This is a culture shifting epi...
Its the midpoint of the year and DapperDom and TheeAlexMac talk the drop off in New Years Resolutions, dealing with rejection and failure, and going in a new life directions. Tap in with your favorite co-hosts!
DapperDom and TheeAlexMac are joined by Iffy Ibekwe, current VP of Business Development for Arvest Bank but also an expert on Estate Planning from her Law Career. Iffy drops the details on Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorneys, and the trauma and drama caused by not having an Estate Plan in place.
The Finance Doctor, Dr. Clement Ogunyemi joins us today to talk health-financial health. He is a published author, entrepreneur, and renowned speaker on financial management for businesses, non-profits and athletes.
Your favorite host duo get into budgeting, NIL, and if its true that the more money you have, the more problems you have!
The dynamic duo is back and this time we have Olympic Medalist Dominique Blake back with us for a full sit-down. You will remember her from our episode at the BlackOwned Expo.
It was such an honor to sit down with her we brought her back to talk, her upbringing, when she realized she had a special talent, the olympic experience and her second act as a serial entrepreneur. She drops some serious life and business gems in this sit do...
Your favorite co-hosts keep showing love for Women's History Month with Charity Howard, executive at PepsiCo. Her story of pivoting from dreams of being a pharmacist, to redirecting to food science and learning along the way is a must watch.
We are proud to showcase women who continue to trailblazer and set the standards in their industry at the cookout. Tap in and get you a plate!
Dapper Dom and TheeAlexMac celebrate Women's History Month with retail legend Twilla Brooks. They talk about her upbringing as an accomplished softball player, career beginnings, journey from Macy's to Walmart and ascension to VP at the world's largest retailer. A true piece of Women's History, this is HERstory.
We kick it off LIVE from the BlackOwned Expo with an impressive lineup of guests talking about their paths to entrepreneurship, life lessons learned, and even what they need on their to-go plate at the cookout!
You will need multiple to-go boxes to pack up everything from this episode.
Please go follow and support these amazing entrepreneurs. Link below for all guests.
BlackownedNWA-blackownednwa.org
Legacy- The long-lasting impact of particular events, actions, etc. that took place in the past, or of a person's life. That's ho wWebster defines it.
With it being Black History Month TheeAlexMac and DapperDom dive into what they want their legacies to be with the podcast, in life, as husband, and as fathers.
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DapperDom finishes his conversation on his role as a Life Coach. He shares the stages of working with new clients, writing down your goals as a way to push towards success, and enjoying the journey of progression in life. Remember to like, share, and engage!
We get a chance to put DapperDom on the hot seat today as he takes us through his journey and passion as a Life Coach. We talk about the differences between, therapists and life coaches, his journey to becoming one and his yearn yo help the youth out in his work. Remember to like, share, and engage!
New Year, same cookout....We back at it! Part 2 of the discussion is here as we talk about the behind the scenes of bring food products to life, the product lifecycle, and the tense conversations that take place in deciding what products are released. Remember to like, share, and engage!
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New Year, same cookout....We back at it! Season 2 is here with your favorite hosts TheeAlexMac & DapperDom. They come straight out the gate discussing New Years Resolutions, themes, and words for the year before getting into TheeAlexMac's history as a product developer. They talk about the Viral Popeye's Chicken Sandwich, and start to discuss the stages of product development unveiling some of the behind the scenes discussions ...
apperDon and TheeAlexMac bring on their first special guest of the show, Chief Merchant and Co-Founder of Black Paper Party Jasmine Hudson. They cover her roots in retail at Corporate 1, her transition into entrepreneurship, love for her community as well as learn some of her holiday favorite foods and tips for entrepreneurs ready to make that jump in the new year! Pull up and get you a plate at the cookout.
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The crew gets into steak today chopping it up about their favorite steakhouses, cuts of steak, and even a Fabolous name drop. Do you still get your steak cooked well done like a kid? We dive into all the cooking temperatures for steaks and explain why that liquid from steak is not blood (We said what we said!). Pull up to the cookout and get you a plate.
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Your favorite hosts dive into the history of hot dogs, breaking down the ingredients, doing some myth busting, and letting you know how they like their hot dogs.
The conversation was so good we decided to have a Part 2! These are topics and spaces that don't get enough coverage and intention within our communities. TheeAlexMac and Dapper Dom expand to talking about two key areas, mental health as fathers, and mental health as husbands.
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With it being Men's Mental Health Month TheeAlexMAc and Dapper Dom focus on the health in our minds vs our waistline. They cover sizeism, the effects teasing and bullying have at a young age, how they navigated those insults to become secure and thriving men, and how they use those early life lessons to raise their children.
Make sure to go follow us on social media @invitation2thecookout!
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