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Higgenbaum's MitzvahGive, Hear, NowI’ve finally broken down and accepted the fact that the only way forward with this project is to humbly ask you for your direct patronage. Kind of. This episode is sponsored by Nikki Dinki's Pre-Crumpled Tissues, Classic and Danish Modern, sold in a stylish 3-pound sack in your choice of pigeon gray, end-of-days black and harrowing phlegm-yellow. Credits: Produced, written and performed by Scott Pinkmountain Voices: Tina Karisch – Deutschesprachedinge Lindsay Beamish – just trying to help Music: Ellington...2025-04-0851 min
That's FunFamily Gatherings: Renting vs. HostingNikki and Damaris tackle the joys and chaos of family reunions. From managing 25 relatives under one roof to navigating the sometimes not-so-fun realities of planning for adults who don’t read the e-vites, they share personal stories, tips, and hilarious moments about bringing everyone together.
Nikki talks about hosting the ultimate Dinki family gathering (with air mattresses galore), while Damaris dives into her experience organizing a multi-house reunion for her 16 cousins. The two explore the art of managing expectations, setting boundaries, and finding joy in the quieter moments, like late-night wine chats and s’mores by the fire...2025-03-3131 minThat's FunThat's Fun with Nikki Dinki & Damaris Phillips coming SOON!Big news, everyone! 🎉
We're thrilled to announce that "That’s Fun with Nikki & Damaris" is launching soon! If you're ready for a podcast that mixes laughter with a healthy dose of real talk, this one's for you.
Join us as we dive into life’s adventures, share some personal stories, and, of course, have a ton of fun along the way. Stay tuned—your new favorite podcast is just around the corner! 🌟2025-01-1500 min
Food Network ObsessedDamaris Phillips, Host of Outrageous PumpkinsDamaris Phillips reflects on how her Southern and Midwestern roots shaped her culinary style, with family playing a key role in her passion for food. She reminisces about learning to cook biscuits with her grandmother, revealing why biscuits and gravy remain her ultimate comfort food. Damaris shares her creative approach to hosting Kentucky Derby events with fun, themed outfits, like "Clown Couture" and "Animal Print Power Clash." As a passionate advocate for female friendships, she opens up about the importance of girls' trips and how her bond with fellow Food Network Star contestant Nikki Dinki blossomed into a lifelong...2024-09-2055 min
The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert KellyWho Is Jacques Pepin?Jacob is enraged that no one knows his favorite chef-Jacques Pepin. To prove his lack of culinary fame, Jay & Bob phone their moms, they call chef Nikki Dinki, and Black Lou hits the streets of NYC to see if anyone has heard of Jacques Pepin.
Christine offers up many other celebrity chefs that are more famous than this Frenchman. Jay has a horrible Uber experience and really wants a penny-farthing.
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You're So CreativeSelf-TaughtDo you need lessons to do what you do? A degree? A mentor?
Or is figuring your craft out on your own an okay way to get there?
And if you do figure it out yourself, does this mean you’re not as skilled as someone who was trained formally? Or maybe it means you’re better at what you do in a different way?
We're talking with My Morning Jacket Drummer Patrick Hallahan about his self-taught journey from drumming against the side of a bed as a kid to playing on stages in f...2024-06-2421 minYou're So CreativeGetting Back Into ItHave you ever thought about revisiting a dream?
Creatively and professionally, we almost always end up taking different paths throughout the years. Maybe you start out doing something towards achieving one dream and then you pivot to something else—for a variety of reasons.
And then you probably pivot again...and again.
And when you're looking to that next pivot that you're about to take, have you ever thought about looking towards your past?
Should you pick up something from your past—OR is it better to let it lie?
We...2024-06-1131 minYou're So CreativeWhen Things Don't Go As PlannedWhen we’re young, we have all sorts of ideas about how our lives will look at 40, 60, 80…but as time passes, we realize that even the best laid plans tend to go awry—or at least change a little.
And if things don’t turn out the way we planned, does that mean we’ve failed? That there’s no room for some of those dreams that haven’t been realized yet?
Or is there still time and space for them?
Join us as we talk with Tattoo Artist and Owner of The Tilted Rose Ta...2024-05-2731 minYou're So CreativeNever Too LateWhen is it TOO LATE?...
To follow a dream?
To make a decision that will affect your life’s path?
To just take up a hobby?!
Are you too old if you’re 40, 50, 60?!
Join us as we talk with Jenny Hutt, mom, lawyer, consultant, podcast host, inventor of Bunny Eyez, and so much more!
She’s sharing that getting older means getting wiser—as well as recounting the freedom she felt when she stopped being a perfectionist (and/or giving a f*— about what people think of her!) afte...2024-05-1329 minYou're So CreativeHobbiesDo you have a hobby? Multiple hobbies? And do they spark your creativity--or exhaust it?
Join us as we talk with Food Network’s Damaris Phillips about how her multiple hobbies bring her joy and allow her to play—something she doesn’t necessarily get from her work.
And hear about Host Nikki Dinki’s experience trying out a brand-new hobby!
This episode is for anyone who’s been struggling to find a hobby, worrying their hobby takes away from their work, or just likes listening to podcasts…as a hobby. ;)
Follow us on...2024-04-2926 minYou're So CreativeMaking a PodcastSo you want to start a podcast…
Do you have the right equipment? What would you talk about? How do you grow your audience?
If these questions have been on your mind, then this is the episode for you!
We’re talking with Food Network and Bravo television producer, Chris DeRosa, about his wildly successful podcast, Fixing Famous People—and he’s giving us some of his best tips on hosting, producing, publishing, and marketing a successful podcast.
This episode is for anyone who’s ready to dive into the world of podcast...2024-04-1535 minYou're So CreativeFinding Your AudienceAre you always yourself? Or do you sometimes present a more polished up version of the real you?
Do you sometimes turn your light down a little bit to fit in?
Are you afraid if you show people all the weird and wacky sides of yourself that they won’t pick up what you’re putting down?
We’re talking with Food Network’s favorite self-proclaimed nerd, Justin Warner, about being one’s authentic self and finding your own audience at the same time.
He’s sharing all the things that make him who...2024-04-0135 minYou're So CreativePerfectionismDo you set crazy-high standards for your creative work?
Are you spending hours polishing up your finished products?
Is it hard for you to delegate because you imagine YOU’RE the best person for the job?
If you answered YES to any of the questions above…you might be a perfectionist.
Join us as we talk with Tattoo Artist and Owner of The Tilted Rose Tattoo, Joseph Folmar. He’ll explain how he used to spend hours of personal time perfecting each tattoo design—and how his process has now evolved to be mo...2024-03-1828 minYou're So CreativeCreativity + ParenthoodCan you be a creative AND a parent? The short answer is yes. The long answer is…complicated.
It can be hectic, it can be challenging, BUT it can also be extremely rewarding.
We’re talking with My Morning Jacket Drummer Patrick Hallahan and Weelicious and One Potato Brand Founder Catherine McCord about how to balance the time and attention we give to our families and our work.
Hear how they carve out space for themselves and why it’s important to focus on the positive rather than comparing themselves to others.
And...2024-03-0444 minYou're So CreativeDo It YourselfYou’ve got what it takes to be a writer, a food stylist, a TV chef. But everyone who makes it big needs a little (or a lot of) luck. So now all that’s left to do is sit around and wait for luck to strike…right?!
WRONG!
Join us as we talk with Writer Christina Perez and Food Stylist, Art Director, and Owner of Secret Sauce Culinary Lauren Bloomberg about forging their own paths to reach impressive levels of creative success.
And Host Nikki Dinki shares her journey of launching a YouTub...2024-02-1940 min
Just JennyEp. 304 Nikki Dinki came to play!I sat with Nikki Dinky and we got into IT ALL. We talked about what. motivates us, what holds us back, childhood trauma, creative impulses and more. If you think you're too old or too whatever to do that thing you want to do, THIS is the episode for you! Nikki Dinky is a chef, cookbook author, TV host and influencer. She has a brand new podcast called You're So Creative! And she is always sharing new recipes on her social media @nikkidinki. Email all questions, comments and consulting requests to me anytime at justjennypod@g...2024-02-1346 min
Fixing Famous People with Chris DeRosa & Dominick PupaNick Cannon with Nikki DinkiChris and Dominick have the most heated discussion they've ever had...about Taylor Swift ignoring larger-than-life pop icon music industry behemoth Celine Dion at the Grammy Awards. After a Britney Watch recap that is mainly a call-to-action against Justin Timberlake, they discuss King Charles' prostate and Drake's prostate examining instrument. Then, Nikki Dinki joins to break down just how many kids Nick Cannon has and how he's somehow in a good place with all of their mothers? This is an episode full of cliteral chaos.You can find Nikki at @nikkidinki and find her podcast here.2024-02-071h 28You're So CreativeSupport SystemsDo you really need to take time out of your busy, busy day to connect with and support other people? Do you need to take time to connect with other creatives? YES! You do!
Join us as we talk with Actor Natalie Knepp and Weelicious and One Potato Brand Founder Catherine McCord. They’ll dive into the ways their journeys as creatives have been shaped by those who have supported them and those who have taught them how to support others.
And Host Nikki Dinki shares what she’s learned about building her own circle of s...2024-02-0537 minYou're So CreativeDiversifyingIn an entrepreneurial climate where everyone tells you to niche-down, doesn’t it seem like it might make more sense to diversify?
Why do we insist on squashing any avenue of creativity that doesn’t seem to fit with our MAIN creative endeavor? (How did we end up with a MAIN creative endeavor?)
If I’m musician, does that mean I’m ONLY a musician? If I’m a chef, am I ONLY a chef?
We’re talking to My Morning Jacket Drummer Patrick Hallahan and Author Ali Rosen about Diversifying—how it can help our c...2024-01-2241 minYou're So CreativePhysical Body, Creative MindHow does your physical body affect your creative mind?
Is working your body the key to unlocking your creativity?
Join us as we talk with Actor, Singer-Songwriter, and Podcast Cohost Corri English and Food Stylist, Art Director, and Owner of Secret Sauce Culinary Lauren Bloomberg. They’ll take us from the gym to the surf turf of Long Island as they explore the correlation between moving our bodies and getting those artistic juices flowing.
And Host Nikki Dinki gives us some tips based on how she takes care of her body to ensure sh...2024-01-0837 minYou're So CreativeConfidenceHow does confidence affect creativity? And how can being creative make us more confident?
Join us as we talk with Food Network Star and Cookbook Author Aarti Sequeira and Weelicious and One Potato Brand Founder Catherine McCord. They’ll tell us how they’ve gained confidence in some areas and how it’s still a work in progress in others.
And Host Nikki Dinki describes her own confidence journey and how faking it truly can help you make it.
Whether you’re still working on your confidence, you’ve mastered it, or you’re somewhere...2023-12-2540 minThe Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert KellyMaster Baker (feat. Nikki Dinki)Celebrity Super-Chef, Masterbaker Nikki Dinki finds chemistry with Bobby.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire
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siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.2023-12-1453 minYou're So CreativeTravel InspoTravel is a challenge to our minds, it helps us grow. When we travel, we think new thoughts and develop new perspectives. And YES, travel sparks creativity.
Join us as we talk with Writer Christina Perez and Author Ali Rosen about how venturing outside of their comfort zones to travel has pushed their creativity to new levels.
And hear host Nikki Dinki discuss her own evolution from travel newbie to international jetsetter.
This episode explores how—whether you’re traveling with family, a partner, or embarking on your first solo trip—we can all be...2023-12-1137 minYou're So CreativeSocial Media 101Social media, is it important for creatives? YES!!!!!!!!!!
We're talking to Food Network's Damaris Phillips and Actor Natalie Knepp about how social media has changed their brands and businesses.
And host Nikki Dinki is giving you real tips and tricks to nail the Instagram game.
Whether you are or want to be an influencer or are looking to promote your small business, brand or art form, this episode is going to help you grow!
Follow us on Instagram: YOURESOCREATIVEPOD2023-11-2742 minYou're So CreativeTime To Move OnWhen is it time to give up on a dream? Time to move on? Today we are talking with Former Actor Talia Thelen and Singer Songwriter Corri English about moving on.
You might think it's interesting that for our second episode we are talking about quitting. Shouldn't we be pushing you to always keep going? Well...no, sometimes you do need to give it up, make a change. Sometimes you need to move on to finally be happy or finally get yourself on the right path. Let's discuss...2023-11-1344 minYou're So CreativeCultivating CreativityHow do you make creativity happen? How do you keep the creativity flowing? Food Network Star and author Aarti Sequeira and writer Christina Perez are going to talk us through how they cultivate creativity. And your host Nikki Dinki, will be sharing all her tips and tricks so you are never left in a lurch.
Welcome to You're So Creative the podcast that delves into the dynamic world of passion careers and creativity! Join your host, Nikki Dinki, as she engages in inspiring conversations with a diverse array of talented individuals who have harnessed their...2023-10-2445 min
A Fresh StoryConversations on Pregnancy and Infant Loss: Willa's StoryA Fresh Story, season 4, episode 4
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and we’re honored to hold space for these profound stories. These stories may be of grief, but they are also of hope, resilience, and most of all, unconditional love. As a reminder, be gentle with your heart, and if you are not able to listen to this episode at the moment, we understand and we are holding you close. We know these conversations will change you as they have changed us.
Nikki Dinki is a chef, author, mom, TV Host, and co...2023-10-1742 min
Mom CuriousEpisode 78: Finding (inner) Success + A Story of Stillbirth with Food Network Star and Mother of 3 Nikki DinkiNikki Dinki is a chef, author, mom, actor, TV host and picky-eater-turned-veggie-lover! You can flip through her award-winning first book, Meat On The Side, follow her adventures and unique creations on multiple Food Network and Cooking Channel series, and watch her share recipes and tips regularly on the Wendy Williams, Dr. Oz, Nick Cannon and Today show. Her newest cookbook More Veggies Please! has recently hit the marketplace with critical acclaim and her podcast “You’re So Creative”, exploring the business behind creative professionals launches this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc...2023-07-0450 minThe Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert KellyBundt Cakes (feat. Nikki Dinki)The Bonfire Chef, Nikki Dinki gets tricked by Jacob while Bobby gives the room a hot gift.Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire
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Making Room by GatherMore Veggies Please: Family Favorite Comfort Foods w/ a Surprising Veggie Twist w/ Nikki DinkiThere's WHAT in my muffins? Pairing vegetables and comfort food is a new concept to many of us. Conversations about vegetables in our mac and cheese and even pureed in our muffins may make many of us cringe but, what if I told you it CAN be delicious! We so often focus on kids who don't eat vegetables but what about adults and teens who could use some help with this too? Gone are the days of simply boiling or steaming vegetables, vegetables now make the most delicious main dishes AND secret ingredients in our favorite comfort foods. As...2023-02-0754 minThe Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert KellyMoist Muffins (feat. Nikki Dinki)It's Nikki Dinki vs Chef Jacob in The Great Muffin Bake-Off! Bobby Kelly judges and gets sick!!!Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire
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Food IssuesHow to Get Kids to Eat Their Veggies w/ Nikki Dinki | Episode 2If you have picky eaters, you’ve probably tried everything to get them to eat their veggies: new recipes, sneaking vegetables into meals, and making their meals into food art. It can be really frustrating, but no matter how picky your kids are, there are ways to encourage them to eat their vegetables without a ton of work and stress.
In this episode, I sat down with Nikki Dinki, foodie, chef, TV host, comedy writer, and author of More Veggies Please!: Easy Kid-Approved Meals and Family-Friendly Comfort Foods with Surprising Veggie Twists.” As a kid, Nikki Dinki was called “picky Nikki”...2022-07-2629 minThe Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert KellyExuberant People (feat. Nikki Dinki)Chef Nikki Dinki joins The Bonfire and shares about her experience accidentally getting caught up in the lifestyle and brings in delicious treats for the whole crew.Stream "The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson & Dan Soder" for 3 months free on the SiruisXM app! Offer Details Apply: www.SiriusXM.com/BonfireFollow us on all social media @TheBonfireXM @DanSoder www.DanSoder.com@BigJayOakerson www.BigJayOakerson.com@NikkiDinki www.NikkiDinki.com
Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Bonfire ad-free and a whole week earl...2022-02-0342 minThe Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert KellyHow You Doin? (feat. Nikki Dinki)Chef Nikki Dinki joins The Bonfire and after feeding the guys tells stories of working with Wendy Williams!Stream "The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson & Dan Soder" for 3 months free on the SiruisXM app! Offer Details Apply: www.SiriusXM.com/BonfireFollow us on all social media @TheBonfireXM @DanSoder www.DanSoder.com@BigJayOakerson www.BigJayOakerson.com@NikkiDinki www.NikkiDinkiCooking.com
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Hi My Name Is MomTHE 10 MIN GABFEST: Getting Kids to Eat Their Veggies with Nikki DinkiCorri's good friend Nikki Dinki joins the gabfest to talk about how to get kids to eat their veggies! Nikki is a mom, a voice-over artist, a cook, a cookbook author, a tv host... and her IG feed will definitely make you hungry! Her new book, More Veggies Please is FILLED with amazing recipes and ideas for getting veggies into familiar (and yummy) foods!
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The One Way Ticket Show"Meat on the Side" Chef Nikki Dinki shares her one way ticket destination plus talks about making vegetables the star of the plate!Nikki Dinki is a chef, TV host, cookbook author, blogger, recipe developer, professional voice over artist and terrace gardener living with her family in New York City. She cooks in a way called "Meat on the Side" which focuses on veggies, making them unique and the star of the plate. It's also the title of her terrific cookbook from St. Martin's Griffin. In this episode, Nikki shares her one way ticket destination to ten years into the future. Plus, Nikki offers fantastic inspiration for "meat on the side" cooking. Nikki is just one of the...2018-04-2445 min
Sharp & HotEpisode 134: Meat on the Side with Nikki DinkiThis week on Sharp & Hot, Heritage Radio alum Allison Hamlin sits in for Chef Emily Peterson to speak with Nikki Dinki, author of Meat on the Side.
Nikki is a chef, TV host, cookbook author, blogger, radio host, recipe developer, professional voice over artist and terrace gardener. As the name of her new cookbook implies, she cooks mostly "Meat on the Side," which focuses on veggies, making them unique and the star of the plate.
Eggplant “Meatballs”
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I make huge batches of these “meatba...2016-06-2837 min
Like, Bite & ShareTV ChefsA graduate of the California Culinary Academy in San Francisco, Chef Russell Jackson’s passion for food started out like many of us, at home watching his Mother cooking family meals. He went on to become the Head Chef role at the James Beard-nominated Black Cat and eventually landed an opportunity to appear on both Iron Chef America and The Next Food Network Star. Currently he is the founder and host of SubCulture Dining, a bi-coastal, underground supper club and host of Bravo TV’s “Going Off the Menu” show. He joins Like, Bite & Share today to talk about life as...2016-06-2351 min
The Clever Cookstr's Quick and Dirty Tips from the World's Best Cooks105 CC 5 Tricks to Eat More VegetablesNikki Dinki joins the Clever Cookstr to talk about her new book Meat On The Side: Delicious Vegetable-Focused Recipes for Every Day. She's on a mission to show omnivores new and exciting ways to eat their vegetables. Read the full transcript here: http://bit.ly/28Q1mfk
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Country Cooks with Bill WestNikki Dinki CooksFun with Nikki Dinki from 2015 talking about Junk Food Flip.
Check out her new book Meat On The Side Here --->http://amzn.to/1UecrBQ2016-06-1704 min
Sam in the Morning on LA Talk RadioMonday, February 29, 2016We talk to chef Nikki Dinki about her new TV show, "Junk Food Flip" and about how to eat healthy yet delicious.2016-03-0150 min
Uncensored RadioUncensored Radio - Special guest Nikki DInkiSpecial guest Nikki DInki joins an ALL NEW No Rules, Just Mics. Rules Breakers Unite for No Rules, Just Mics with Topher, Christian and Bersin at 8pm EST/5pm PST Followed By Guilty Pleasures with Karan, Jeff and Kat at 9pm EST/6pm PST. You never know who might call in2013-09-271h 59
Uncensored Radio - Special guest Nikki DInkiSpecial guest Nikki DInki joins an ALL NEW No Rules, Just Mics.
Rules Breakers Unite for No Rules, Just Mics with Topher, Christian and Bersin at 8pm EST/5pm PST
Followed By
Guilty Pleasures with Karan, Jeff and Kat at 9pm EST/6pm PST. You never know who might call in2013-09-272h 00