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December 11, 2024 67 mins

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The Healing Power of Food: A Conversation with Roni Zade

This episode delves into the transformative journey of Roni Zade, a renowned cook, cookbook author, and food storyteller. Roni shares her personal experiences with trauma, food as therapy, and the healing power of cooking.

The conversation touches on her deep-rooted connection with family recipes, the importance of communal support, and the joy found in teaching and sharing her culinary creations. Lisa and Roni reminisce about shared memories, discuss parenting and emotional resilience, and explore Roni's new cookbook, 'Food Therapy.' This heartfelt discussion offers insights into using food as a medium for healing and connection.

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Connect with Lisa:
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00:00 Introduction and Personal Trauma

00:43 Welcoming Roni Zade

01:25 Roni's Impact and Community Building

01:53 Today's Conversation Overview

02:52 Roni's Background and Mission

06:45 Healing and Personal Stories

12:48 Parenting and Emotional Support

21:18 Food Memories and Cooking Journey

31:05 Teaching and Adapting Cooking Classes

34:08 Excitement and Overwhelm in Cooking Classes

35:02 Connecting with Readers and Their Stories

39:14 The Healing Power of Food

46:45 Emotional Resilience and Parenting

54:16 Preserving Family Recipes

57:19 Creating New Recipes and Inspirations

01:03:51 A Heartfelt Conversation and Future Plans

01:06:12 Closing Remarks and Podcast Information



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