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Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 18: Unfinished BusinessIt's been four years since Hedley, Dr Kirsty Wright and Vicki and Shannah Blackburn first Zoomed in late 2021 about the forensic testing anomalies in Shandee's case. In the final episode of Shandee's Legacy for now, the podcast’s focus turns to the future and a bid to solve Shandee's case. Hedley and Karina look into the status of Shandee's crime scene samples and those from other historical cases as Queensland’s Attorney-General Deb Frecklington pledges they will be re-tested. The senior lawyer in a defamation case brought by Shandee's former boyfriend over an episo...
2025-12-041h 19Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 15: Deja VuAfter a break of two years, the podcast returns with the first of several new bombshell episodes of Shandee’s Legacy. The DNA lab in Queensland is again under close scrutiny for gross scientific failure despite the findings of two public inquiries, major reforms and a huge injection of public funds. Dr Kirsty Wright answers another SOS to lift the lid on what’s going wrong in the lab - and she’s asked to help fix it once and for all. Kirsty reveals her disgust and shock at what’s happened. As serious...
2025-11-131h 08
Clueless CrimeEpisode 183 - Shandee Blackburn*
In this episode, we delve into the heartbreaking case of Shandee Blackburn, a 23-year-old woman whose life was cut tragically short in Mackay, Queensland, on February 9, 2013. Shandee was walking home after her late-night shift when she was brutally attacked, suffering multiple stab wounds in a shocking crime that shook the community to its core.
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2024-11-241h 07Shandee's StoryShandee’s Legacy Episode 14: Closing RanksThere was no fanfare when Commissioner Annabelle Bennett SC handed down her findings from the Project 13 inquiry. Only disappointment that the inquiry failed to hold anyone responsible for the biggest disaster in the lab’s history. In this episode of Shandee’s Legacy, Dr Kirsty Wright joins Hedley Thomas, Claire Harvey, and David Murray to dissect and comment on the findings from this rare second inquiry, the future of a lab at the heart of the criminal justice system, and the case which started all of this: the slaying of Shandee Blackburn in 2013. To re...
2023-11-241h 17Shandee's StoryShandee’s Legacy Episode 13: Science SpeakPublic hearings in a second inquiry into the lab and the disastrous Project 13 have concluded. Closing submissions have been delivered. And still questions are left unanswered. Why was the automated process unleashed on precious crime-scene samples? Who wrote the mysterious and damning Project 13 report? And why didn’t the lab’s new boss flag it in the first inquiry? In this episode, Hedley Thomas, David Murray, and Matthew Condon dissect a baffling week in Brisbane’s Magistrates Court – and what it all means for the investigation into the murder of Shandee Blackburn. To read The...
2023-11-111h 20Shandee's StoryShandee’s Legacy Episode 12: History RepeatingPublic hearings for a rare second inquiry into catastrophic failings at Queensland’s besieged forensics lab are about to get underway in Brisbane. In this episode of Shandee’s Legacy, Hedley Thomas, David Murray, Claire Harvey, and Matthew Condon drill down into the questions yet to be answered about Project 13: who knew what and when, and why didn’t the lab’s new boss raise it at the first inquiry? We also get to know the new legal team brought in to lead the new inquiry. To read The Australian's reporting and analysis of the inq...
2023-10-271h 14
ShandeeLandFood, Health, and Unstoppable Determination with Betsy Craig, CEO of MenuTrinfoJoin us for an extraordinary journey with Betsy Craig, a true testament to the power of resilience and determination! Battling and conquering the relentless autoimmune disease scleroderma, she has emerged as an unstoppable force in the business world.Food played a pivotal role in Betsy's life, especially in the context of her illness. Scleroderma, a condition that threatened her life, made her acutely aware of the impact of nutrition on health. This realization became her driving force in founding MenuTrinfo.At the helm of MenuTrinfo, Betsy is rewriting the rules of the foodservice industry. Her...
2023-10-0332 minShandee's StoryShandee’s Legacy Episode 11: What Linzi Left OutA cloud has been cast over the new chief of the lab following revelations that a DNA extraction method may have failed across thousands of samples in criminal cases for nine years. Professor Linzi Wilson-Wilde reviewed the automated method for retired judge Walter Sofronoff’s inquiry into the lab in 2022, but in her subsequent report did not mention information that she came across showing it was having serious problems recovering DNA. In this episode, Professor Wilson-Wilde launches a staunch defence of her report for the inquiry, saying she was engaged to examine a separate issue of...
2023-09-151h 26Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 10: Project 13Dr Kirsty Wright is the remarkable scientist who exposed the worst forensics disaster in Australia’s history, and now she’s identified the ‘smoking gun’ in the Queensland DNA lab disaster. It’s a catastrophe called ‘Project 13’ which has been hiding in plain view -- but Dr Wright is certain that it was deceptive and fraudulent, and it explains why Shandee’s case in 2013 and thousands of others since 2007 have failed. For dedicated followers of this series, the Project 13 report can be found on the inquiry’s website under module four. It’s document number 129.95, and you can compare for your...
2023-09-081h 17
ShandeeLandEnhancing Therapies for Food Allergies: Insights from Patient Experiences with Dr. Joey MattinglyAssociate Professor Joey Mattingly from the University of Utah College of Pharmacy discusses his collaboration with the FDA to better understand patient and caregiver experiences in developing therapies for food allergies. These interviews provided valuable feedback on the FDA's current practices and areas for improvement. The FDA's inclusion of patients and caregivers in the process is commendable, as it allows for a comprehensive understanding of food allergies' impact and potential treatment benefits and risks. Shifting the discussion to testing for food allergies, Joey and the host, Shandee, delve into the challenges posed by false results and the re...
2023-06-0539 min
ShandeeLandCourt Allam, Founder and CEO of Restaurant Marketing University, Unleashes his SuperpowersCourt Allam is the Founder and CEO and Founder of Restaurant Marketing University and Go Explore Local. His backstory begins as a teacher and coach, and he leaned into those superpowers to launch his business. If you are intrigued about earning passive, recurring revenue, but unsure how it works, Court offers that service and provides advice in this week’s episode. By ditching the old-school VIP club in favor of a subscription model, restaurants can generate passive, recurring revenue that can be used to hire and retain top talent, offset rising costs, and offer health benefits. He also founded Go Ex...
2023-02-1436 min
ShandeeLandTips, Tricks and Tactics to Master Marketing with David 'Rev' CiancioIn this episode of ShandeeLand, Shandee interviews Rev Ciancio, the Cofounder and CMO of Handcraft Burgers & Brews. Together, they discuss Rev's upcoming Restaurant Growth Summit, his extensive experience in marketing for hospitality and technology companies, and some lighthearted stories from his time in the music industry. Rev shares his top tips for marketing in the hospitality industry, as well as some key things to keep in mind when launching a restaurant business. This episode offers great insights into the hospitality marketing world, as well as the fascinating stories and experiences of a veteran behind the scenes.
2023-01-1732 min
ShandeeLandThe FA Mom to FA Mom Connection with Lynda Mitchell, Interim CEO of Allergy & Asthma NetworkLynda Mitchell, a food allergy mom and long time leader in the allergy and asthma community, is the Interim CEO at Allergy & Asthma Network. Lynda bravely opens up about her experiences becoming a mother to a child with food allergies, offering insight into the challenges it presented 30 years ago when her son was born. She was a protective mother, determined to provide her son with the best possible care. Undeterred by a lack of available information about his condition, she even hired sitters so she could search the hospital library for information, showing extraordinary effort and dedication. She learned...
2023-01-1033 minShandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 9: ConsequencesWill anyone face criminal charges for the disaster at the laboratory? We examine more of Walter Sofronoff’s findings about how this catastrophe unfolded, delve deeper into Cathie Allen’s conduct, and meet a lady who -- when the laboratory couldn’t make sense of DNA results -- was told her own son must have been switched at birth. The Queensland Government moves swiftly to respond to the report, and we cast forward to the laboratory’s future. To read The Australian's reporting and analysis of the inquiry, search Shandee's Story or visit shandee.c...
2022-12-171h 55Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 8: AstoundedAt last, Commissioner Walter Sofronoff hands down his 500-plus-page report -- and it is a sweeping denunciation of the laboratory’s failings, and of the conduct of one person in particular: Cathie Allen. He finds the managing scientist lied: to police, to her staff, to ministers and to the Commissioner himself, under oath during the inquiry. Sofronoff exposes a litany of deceit and trickery, compounded by ineptitude and weakness -- but he heralds the bravery of those who stood up, hailing the courage of Dr Kirsty Wright. We hear reactions from Dr Wright and Vicki Bl...
2022-12-161h 27Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 7: Freedom DayIt’s the final week of public hearings in the explosive inquiry into a broken DNA lab and we’re all here because of one person -- Shandee Blackburn. The vicious and unprovoked murder of the defenceless 23-year-old walking home from work is front-and-centre as three independent experts give their verdict on the lab’s failure to find any forensic trace of her killer. It’s been a long and, at times, lonely road for Australia’s Dr Kirsty Wright, but now she gets her day in court alongside the world’s most renowned forensic biologist, Dr Bruce Budowl...
2022-11-251h 39Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 6: Disney VillainIn the harsh spotlight of the inquiry, lab boss Cathie Allen admits to absolutely nothing, tearfully insisting she always acted with the best intentions and has been terribly misunderstood. In her account, white-anting staff were to blame for the toxic culture at the lab, management offered no support, funding was shrinking and the pressure was relentless. We explore her life outside the lab, with some surprising revelations, and examine her claim to have been unfairly portrayed as a ‘Disney villain’. To read The Australian's reporting and analysis of the inquiry, search Shandee's Story or visit shan...
2022-11-041h 45Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 5: BlowtorchThe big guns from the DNA lab - Lara Keller, Justin Howes and Cathie Allen - are rolled into the formal inquiry and subjected to withering questioning by a lawyer on top of his game over alleged cover-up, lies to police, and scientific fraud. The three insist they've been honest at all times, just guilty of misunderstanding the details or being overwhelmed by work and led into human error. The inquiry's lead lawyer Michael Hodge was relentless as he applied a blowtorch to a very broken lab affecting thousands of victims of crime. To read The Australian's...
2022-10-281h 38Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 2: Evidence DestructionWe reveal deep concerns that the lab managers put a new, untried and ill-conceived testing system in place immediately after the public inquiry was called. Was it a deliberate strategy of sabotage to try to cover up the mistakes of the past? Or merely accidental - the product of poor judgment? The inquiry is focusing long and hard on this as Dr Kirsty Wright helps identify the errors and potential destruction of evidence. The toxic culture inside the lab are on display along with three of the fascinating legal characters in the inquiry. Join The...
2022-10-071h 16Shandee's StoryShandee's Legacy Episode 1: Blame GameFollowing the shocking revelations of bungling, secrecy and misconduct within Queensland’s DNA lab exposed in journalist Hedley Thomas’ podcast Shandee’s Story, a major royal commission-style inquiry into the fiasco gets underway in a Brisbane court, headed by retired judge Walter Sofronoff KC. The hearings are immediately rocked by allegations of disharmony and distrust amongst laboratory staff, sound scientific advice being ignored by senior bureaucrats, and warnings that the lab’s prohibitively high DNA testing thresholds were unsafe also being dismissed. Senior police take the stand at the inquiry, saying they went along with the DNA lab’s ne...
2022-09-301h 29Shandee's StoryEpisode 19: Shandee's LegacyFinally, seven months after the first disclosures by Dr Kirsty Wright in Episode 7 of the podcast about grave concerns over the testing of DNA in Shandee's case and in hundreds of others, a remarkable breakthrough. The Premier of Queensland announces a far-reaching public inquiry to be led by one of Queensland's most respected legal figures and he'll be armed with vast powers and a team of lawyers and investigators to get to the truth in the DNA laboratory. Vicki and Shannah Blackburn were briefed by the premier and the health minister who said they wanted to ensure...
2022-06-091h 06
ShandeeLandChef Joel Schaefer is Sharing his Cooking Knowledge, Skills and Experience in a New CookbookJoel Schaefer, CCC, CDM, CFPP, joins Shandee in this week’s episode to talk about his brand new cookbook, At Home with Your Allergy Chefs: Cooking Up Gluten-Free and Allergy-Friendly Meals Everyone Will Enjoy. Chefs Joel and Mary Schaefer are food allergy sufferers, culinary instructors, cookbook authors, and co-founders of Your Allergy Chefs. For many years, they have shared their culinary expertise, cooking knowledge, skills, and experience with the food allergy community. In this newly released cookbook, they offer tricks, tips, and advice for home chefs catering to food allergies or sensitivities, including celiac disease and gluten-free and vegan di...
2022-04-1931 min
ShandeeLandSam Pillsbury, Film Director, Producer and Winemaker, has a Point of ViewGrapes grow in the Arizona desert, and Sam Pillsbury, Owner, and Founder of Pillsbury Wine Company, proves that by producing award-winning wine in Cochise County, AZ. He joins Shandee to share the fascinating life journey that led him from Connecticut to New Zealand and back to America and why he settled in Arizona. Sam wants to make a living while doing something that he cares about, and he talks about a hike in Camp Verde, Arizona, that changed his life. He details how he grows grapes differently from others and proves that it can be done well. He takes us f...
2022-03-1536 min
ShandeeLandAnita Roach, VP of Community Programs & Education at FARE, is Collaborating for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access.We were honored to be joined by Anita Roach, Vice President of Community Programs and Education at Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). She joined Shandee to talk a bit about the background and history of FARE and the vital work FARE is doing. Listeners will get to hear her perspective on the importance of patient advocacy and its role in developing research and education. Anita shares what her utopia for the health care system looks like. And she and Shandee delve into the issues of US labeling laws. Anita also gave us a peek at FARE’s ongoing initiatives to...
2022-03-0829 min
ShandeeLandBusiness and Technology Consulting with Mark Retz, Managing Director of SEIMark Retz is the Managing Director of Systems Evolution, Inc. (SEI), a business and technology management consulting firm. He built his expertise from working across many industries and has a diverse career and dynamic background. His goal is to help clients define the problem, identify solutions, implement plans, and get things done. He drives his clients to determine the obstacles and barriers to success, as individuals, as teams, and as a business and discusses how best to get results. He talks about the art of enabling self-realization and bringing empowerment to his clients. He shares about bringing the care facto...
2022-03-0138 min
ShandeeLandDiane Neville, CPO for Shake Shack Enterprises, is Elevating Your Dining ExperienceDiane Neville is the Chief People Officer for Shake Shack Enterprises and has over twenty years of human resource experience. She is responsible for the national development and oversight of all human resources workforce strategies and functions. Diane tells her journey that led her to human resources and the hospitality industry in particular. Diane joins Shandee, and they discuss the current issues surrounding staffing. Diane tells us her most memorable HR stories. She shares her hiring advice and what are the essential qualities she looks for in recruits. She also shares her guidance on the best approach to retain...
2022-02-1531 min
ShandeeLandFood Security through FOODiversity with Wendy Gordon PakeWendy Gordon Pake, Founder, President, and Volunteer Executive Director of FOODiversity, focuses on health equity by providing a direct link to resources for those with food allergies and celiac disease. FOODiversity aims to provide access to safe food, which is often an unmet medical need. The organization works directly with physicians, social workers, dietitians, schools, and community non-profits such as food pantries and homeless shelters by linking resources to those needing the help the most. Her solution to food insecurity is to raise awareness, provide education and financial support, and increase access. Wendy shares her family's personal experience with f...
2022-02-0828 min
ShandeeLandAlanna Zingano Cruises the WorldAlanna Zingano founded “Travel the World A to Z” and is a full-time travel content creator and vlogger. She was bit by the travel bug while studying abroad and was determined to make a career by doing what she loves. Alanna gets vulnerable as she shares with Shandee how she overcame her self-consciousness and the obstacles from learning as she worked. Alanna talks about maximizing your travel experiences with tips, tricks, advice, and knowledge. She shares her favorite locations and hidden gems. She has had multiple videos go viral as she shares her love of worldwide travel and cruising. Alan...
2022-01-3130 min
ShandeeLandExpanding Awareness to all Forms of Healing with Sonia HuntSonia Hunt is a food allergy activist, TEDx speaker, and best-selling author. She joins Shandee to share her food allergy journey. She tells her story of taking risks with her food allergies that led to her rock-bottom experience. She dedicated herself to "changing everything," advocating for herself, and drove herself to change her mindset. This journey led her to create Three to Be, a holistic health and well-being program. She also wrote her first book, "NUT JOB: How I Crushed My Food Allergies To Thrive," a prescriptive memoir detailing her journey to becoming food allergy-free. Her goal is to...
2022-01-1329 min
ShandeeLandFortune Favors the Bold with Wade Allen, SVP/Head of Innovation at Brinker InternationalWade Allen is the Senior Vice President and Head of Innovation for Brinker International and has extensive knowledge in restaurant and hospitality innovation. Brinker International is the company behind Chili’s Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy restaurant brands and has recently launched a virtual-only brand called It’s Just Wings. Wade joined Shandee to converse about drone delivery, ghost kitchens, virtual brands, and autonomous vehicle delivery. He talks about innovation from vision to design and why he operates with black and white benchmarks. He shares the brainchild he is most proud of and why he thinks it will cha...
2021-12-1329 min
ShandeeLandDr. Inderpal Randhawa discusses Allergy Food Freedom Through TIP™Although currently there is no known cure for food allergies, Dr. Inderpal Randhawa, Founder and CEO of Southern California Food Allergy Institute, discusses true food freedom through his Tolerance Induction Program (TIP™). TIP™ is entirely dependent on a patient's data and is uniquely tailored to their needs. The ultimate goal is for all food anaphylaxis sufferers to safely eat whatever they want without the fear of a reaction. Dr. Randhawa's approach involves assessing each patient's immune system to predict how that patient will respond to specific food proteins. As a result, the medical team designs a specifically tailored protocol to each...
2021-12-0633 min
True Crime ConversationsWho Killed Shandee Blackburn?Mackay is a city on the Coral Sea coast of Queensland, Australia, located about 970 kilometres north of Brisbane. It’s known as the sugar capital of Australia, producing more than a third of the country’s cane sugar. In South Mackay, sits a spacious pub called Harrup Park Country Club. In February 2013, this was one of the last places Shandee Blackburn was seen alive. The 23-year-old finishes her seven hour Friday night shift and begins to make her way home to her mother’s house in Boddington Street. Wearing dark pants and a dark shir...
2021-11-1733 min
ShandeeLandCooking from a Place of Love with Executive Chef David FhimaExecutive Chef David Fhima is a fascinating guest who will capture your heart with his passionate words and inspired cooking. He is Chef / Owner of Fhima’s Minneapolis and has partnered with Levy Restaurants at the Target Center to oversee Food and Beverage Operations. He tells the story of his life and childhood influences. He shares with us the important lessons taught by his parents and how he grew up to be such an inspiring man. He talks about the source and history of the Iconic bread starter that he uses to operate his bakery. He shares his interpretation of sp...
2021-10-1543 minShandee's StoryIntroducing Shandee's StoryShandee Blackburn was brutally murdered as she walked home from work - but this cold-case can still be solved. Gold Walkley Award-winning journalist Hedley Thomas - who created The Teacher’s Pet and The Night Driver - goes deep to find out who killed Shandee, and why. To contact Hedley Thomas anonymously with any information on Shandee's Story, email Shandee@theaustralian.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2021-10-0801 min
ShandeeLandAlleviating the Loneliness of Being a Food Allergy Parent with Priscilla HernandezWe are honored to have a driving force for the food allergy community, Priscilla Hernandez, join this week's episode. Her mission is to enlighten and educate people about food allergies, and she is succeeding in multiple ways. Her son, Zachy, has been diagnosed with multiple food allergies, and she shares their food allergy journey from Zacky's diagnosis to her advocacy work. She was astounded by the complexity of the school system and saw an opportunity to provide a solution. With her background in nonprofits and working directly with legislators and on education policy, she drafted 'Zacky's Bill.' The...
2021-08-2429 min
ShandeeLandShaping How We Think, Feel, and Act with Swapnil Patel"Epi, You're My Best Friend" is written by the creative brilliance of Swapnil Patel. He self-published this children's board book to help educate his daughter and other young children with food allergies on the importance of bringing epinephrine (Epi) everywhere. Swapnili's Café, which provides food allergy resources, is his side hustle to his work in advertising. In this week's episode, Swapnil discusses his career and answers if advertising is anything like the media makes it seem (Mad Men, for example). He talks about his genius behind the ads of some iconic and famous brands. He shares his thoughts on how a...
2021-08-1535 min
ShandeeLandChef Rick Petralia on Fazoli's Partnership with CertiStarWe were honored to have Fazoli's Director of Culinary Innovation, Rick Petralia, join this week's episode. Chef Rick had a long and distinguished career in operations before taking on a role as chef. He shares his incredible journey from a math major to chef and how one cook calling in sick changed everything. He discusses the importance of cross-training and how working in operations made him a better chef. You'll also hear Rick's valuable insights on innovation and technology as CertiStar's most recent partner. He talks about the importance of reading reviews and how they are an invaluable tool. f...
2021-08-1230 min
ShandeeLandHitting all the Right Buttons in His Soul with Bonefish Grill Chef Justin FieldsChef Justin Fields is Corporate Executive Chef and Director of Research and Development at Bonefish Grill & Bloomin’ Brands International™. Justin is creative and artsy; he is passionate and inspiring. And it all comes out in his love of cooking and is evident in this week’s conversation with Shandee. Justin attended the Culinary Arts program in high school where his desire for the culinary the arts began; it was another way to express his creativity. He shares his professional journey from the culinary arts program at Johnson & Wales University to Roy’s Restaurant to Executive Chef and Director of R&D at Bonef...
2021-07-2932 min
ShandeeLandNecessity is the Mother of Invention with Dr. Abby HerzigDr. Abby Herzig is CEO and Co-Founder of Belay, an innovative app to manage food allergies and confidently share important information with a network of caregivers. A mom of three, one being a child with life threatening food allergies, she was troubled when handing him to someone else to care for him. She recognized many safety gaps in daycares, preschools, and schools and mitigated her apprehension by building solutions for the unmet needs of children and families affected by the food allergy epidemic. Dr. Herzig has a lot of exciting things in store for Belay, including a partnership with Eli...
2021-07-1832 min
ShandeeLandPivoting Toward Self-Care with Hillary Tolle Carter, Food Allergy AdvocateHillary Tolle Carter is a food allergy mom and advocate, public relations specialist, speaker, writer, and community builder. She has two boys, ages 8 and 10, both with multiple, life-threatening food allergies. With the health challenges that both boys faced she immersed herself into her kids’ lives as mamas tend to do when taking on such great levels of worry. It was a lot of stress and a lot of work as food allergy management isn’t just any ordinary responsibility of parenthood. This took a toll, a very heavy toll, on Hillary and she speaks about her personal health journey and the...
2021-06-2743 min
ShandeeLandCustomer First, Customer Always with Brian Wayne, VP of Customer Success at QSR AutomationsBrian Wayne, VP of Customer Success at QSR Automations, joins Shandee to discuss how Covid-19 affected restaurant off-premise technology and the nuances of balancing technology and operations with guest experiences. Brian leads the Implementation, Project Management Training, and Support Services groups, guiding customers to get the most out of QSR products. He shares his experiences, priorities, and difficulties being in a customer success position and shares his favorite part of leading an organization of people. He also offers his predictions of future innovation in technology. Please tune in to listen!
2021-06-0331 min
ShandeeLandEmpowering Children Through the Written Word with Rebecca GreeneRebecca Greene is an author, licensed social worker, and food allergy awareness advocate. She writes inspiring stories to empower children and help them overcome challenges. In this episode, Rebecca shares her son's food allergy journey and the anxiety that overwhelmed her. We also get to hear about how she found inspiration in writing a picture book series with an important central theme: allergies! A discussion ensues between Rebecca and Shandee about the mental health aspects of having food allergies or having a loved one that does. Rebeca offers helpful coping mechanisms. She also provides recommendations for conversations with school pe...
2021-05-3032 min
ShandeeLandSuccess During a Pandemic with Tom Fricke, CEO of Bar LouisFor this week’s episode, Shandee welcomes Tom Fricke, CEO of Bar Louis, for an informative and insightful conversation. Tom discusses the shifts that the business made during Covid-19 and how they completed 5 to 10 years of changes in the last year and exited it with a better and completely different business. He shares his career journey and the whos and the whats that helped him evolve his leadership philosophy and why it is important to him to send hand-written communication. Please tune in!
2021-05-2738 min
ShandeeLandLet Them Eat (Chocolate) CakeSarah Matheson is Co-Founder and Creative Director of Hungry Harry’s – a food allergy-friendly food company with five baking mixes that are free from the Top-14 food allergens. Sarah, the consummate storyteller, shares the incredible account of Harry’s first reaction while the family was traveling in Thailand and how that experience led her to create Hungry Harry’s. She offers her advice on traveling with food allergy management in mind. Sarah and Shandee discuss the differences between Australia and the US in the treatment of allergies. Sarah is also a documentary photographer and has worked with FARE’s advocacy event...
2021-05-2338 min
ShandeeLandThe Future of Hospitality is TechnologyWe welcome Pete Gibson, CIO/CTO for Johnny Rockets and Friendly’s Restaurant, to ShandeeLand for this week’s episode. Pete is responsible for all aspects of their technology program and IT organization. He sits down with Shandee and discusses why technology is a major enablement of a restaurant and how technology is improving hospitality. Interestingly, Pete had an integral part in developing Naval defense and intelligence systems. Pete likes to work with “think on your feet people” and chats about his interview process and his go-to question and what he looks for in the answer. Pete also shares his favorite...
2021-05-2032 min
ShandeeLandA Journalist’s Perspective: Exploring the Hospitality WorldDanny Klein is the director of digital content at Food News Media, publisher of QSR and FSR magazines and he joins Shandee for this week’s podcast. They discuss the struggles restaurants have faced during Covid-19, how they adjusted and what the future may look like. He also shares the behind-the-scenes and day-to-day look of being a journalist while telling everyone why he loves it. He talks about how digital and social media have impacted journalism. Listen to find out where he lands on the chicken sandwich wars.
2021-05-1636 min
ShandeeLandBeing a Food Allergy Dad Makes Him a Better Food Allergy DoctorIn our new episode, Shandee is joined by Dr. Edwin Kim. Dr. Kim is a food allergy dad and pediatric allergist and immunologist whose research focuses on food allergy, immunotherapy, and chronic idiopathic urticaria. He is currently the director of the UNC Food Allergy Initiative (UNC FAI), which investigates the biological basis of food allergy as well as new forms of immunotherapy as a treatment for food allergy. This episode is a wealth of information about food allergy testing and diagnostics. Dr. Kim is also a food allergy father and shares how his patients and research subjects helped him in...
2021-05-1334 min
ShandeeLandFood Allergy Rock StarWe kick off Food Allergy Awareness week with Kyle Dine, CEO and Founder of Equal Eats. Kyle shares his personal transformation as an 80’s child with limited information surrounding food allergies and taking risks and being dismissive about his allergies through a severe food allergy reaction in which he wasn’t prepared. The anaphylactic reaction was his moment to realize he needed to reevaluate his life and determined that his life’s mission was to help others. His professional journey includes a decade of work in allergy education as a trusted speaker and musician. And as an avid traveler, Kyle r...
2021-05-0934 min
ShandeeLandThe Queen of Embarrassing MomentsIn this week’s episode, Caroline Verdon joins Shandee to chat about her embarrassing moments and funny anecdotes she has from her years in the industry. We put on our headphones for a stimulating chat with this award-winning radio presenter, producer, journalist, and podcast host of "At Least You Didn't". This hysterical conversation will make you laugh out loud!
2021-05-0632 min
ShandeeLandFood Allergy Advocacy Through LegislationIn this episode, Shandee converses with food allergy advocate Stacey Saiontz. Stacey’s journey into food allergy advocacy began because her son was diagnosed with 27 food allergies. Stacey works closely with FARE and has spearheaded the passage of several pieces of legislation in New York State, including training of educators to recognize anaphylaxis and how to treat it; and allowing students to self-carry prescribed epinephrine. Impressively, her son also supported the cause by championing particular legislation that proposed school buses carry epinephrine. Stacey shares her advice and experience being a mom with a son with food allergies, while navigating schoo...
2021-05-0230 min
ShandeeLandSafety Through Science; Keeping the Supply Chain ColdManik Suri, CEO and Founder of Therma, joined Shandee to discuss his mission to help protect our food, health and planet though smart technology. Therma builds safety and sustainability tools to eliminate food waste and improve energy efficiency to protect consumers and combat climate change. Therma is leading the way in smart technology to tackle the 1.6 billion ton food waste problem. Listen how.
2021-04-2936 min
ShandeeLand#50! Memorable MomentsWe have been honored to speak to 49 exceptional guests that we are celebrating on our 50th episode. Please join the team as they converse about a few of the many memorable exchanges Shandee had with the guests. CertiStar team members Richard Poczulp, Kelli Serrano and Marny Leary join Shandee as they cry, laugh and muse over a sampling of these conversations.
2021-04-1838 min
ShandeeLandMorning Sickness was her Aha! MomentThe impact of motion sickness and morning sickness led Renee Louis-Charles to develop Hana Tonic, a unique blend of the best ingredients to help prevent and ease nausea. While often driving along the Road to Hana that made her nauseous as a child, she brainstormed a drink product to ease feelings of queasiness.. She shares her story of how her idea came to fruition and offers advice from her lessons learned. She and Shandee also share a love of painting and discuss how her entrepreneurial spirit led her to creating tourist items from her paintings of the island scenery. The...
2021-04-1529 min
ShandeeLandBehind The Scenes in The Writers' Room: with Kendra Chanae Chapman, Writer & Story Editor for Designated Survivor and EmergenceKendra Chanae Chapman is a television writer for some of the most popular tv series including Designated Survivor (Netflix) and Emergence (ABC). I was excited to have her on the show to discuss what it’s like to be a successful TV writer. We started by discussing her journey with food allergies. Kendra has 20 + dietary restrictions! We explored some of the issues around food allergy testing and how she navigates her many restrictions at work. If you’ve ever wondered what happens inside the writers' room of your favorite series, Kendra explained what goes on behind the scenes. You’ll als...
2021-03-0437 min
ShandeeLandMom Influencer Reveals Journey and Helpful Tips with Christina Clyburn, Founder of The Millenial Mom BlogSuccessful blogger, Christina Clyburn, has learned to incorporate glamour with the reality of everyday motherhood. We were excited to have her on the podcast to discuss her journey starting her popular blog, the Millenial Mom Blog. We kicked off the episode by exploring her back story as a former Disney World princess! She revealed her experience becoming Disney's Princess Jasmine and what her job was really like. Christina then shared her journey to launching the blog. She opened up about the work that goes into running an Instagram blog and how she is creating inclusive filters for all skin...
2021-02-2835 min
ShandeeLandHow an Appalachian Trail Hiker Discovered His Cooking Passion with Chef Mark MolinaroChoosing a career can be hard when you have no idea what you want to do. Our special guest, Chef Mark Molinaro, didn’t discover his passion for food and cooking until later on in his life. Although his career path was initially unclear, this didn't stop him from succeeding. Mark now serves as Interim Executive Director and Senior Lecturer at Northern Arizona University’s School of Hotel and Restaurant Management. In this episode, Mark shared how he found his passion in cooking after four months of hiking on the Appalachian Trail. We also discussed some of the life skil...
2021-02-2541 min
ShandeeLandFrom Patient to Entrepreneur with Javier Evelyn, CEO & Founder of AlerjePeople with food allergies often leave their life-saving epinephrine at home. Alerje founder and CEO, Javier Evelyn, set out to solve this alarming problem. He and his team are developing a smartphone case that carries a slim epinephrine auto-injector. I was honored to have Javier on the podcast to discuss the story behind Alerje and his journey from being a food allergy patient to becoming an innovative entrepreneur. Javier shared the biggest reasons why people aren’t carrying their prescribed epinephrine and how his company is committed to developing a solution that is more convenient and easy to use fo...
2021-02-2140 min
ShandeeLandMichelin Star Chef Anita LoMichelin-starred Chef Anita Lo is one of the most respected female chefs in the country. In 2014 her West Village restaurant Annisa, received a three-star review from the New York Times. After closing down her acclaimed restaurant, Chef Anita wrote 'Solo’, which was voted 2018 Cookbook of the Year. I was honored to have Chef Anita on the podcast to ask her about her latest projects and culinary adventures across the world with Tour de Forks. During the episode, we also discussed the start of her culinary journey and her experiences in Paris. We delved into her book “Solo: A Modern Cook...
2021-02-1832 min
ShandeeLandMold In Your Home: Warning Signs and Treatment Strategies with Renowned Mold Expert, Michael RubinoMold is extremely good at hiding. It can be in your shower, in the crawlspace, or even hiding inside walls, but just how big of a health problem is it? Renowned Mold Expert, Michael Rubino, joined the podcast to share everything you need to know about mold in your home. Discover surprising ways to figure out if you have a mold issue in your house. During the episode, we also discussed how mold exposure can severely impact your health. Michael has helped over 500 cases of families with mold and air quality problems, he shared the three pillars of successful...
2021-02-1433 min
ShandeeLandUniversal Parks & Resorts Corporate Executive Chef Steve Jayson: Bringing The Flavors of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter To LifeMeet the creative brain behind Universal Parks and Resort’s most iconic foods and beverages including Harry Potter's Butterbeer and The Simpson's Krusty Burger. Corporate Executive Chef Steve Jayson has been with Universal since their grand opening in 1990. I was honored to have him on the show to discuss how he brings to life iconic dishes from your favorite movies, television shows, and books. We also discussed some of his favorite memories and highlights from his 32 years with Universal Parks and Resorts. For those of you who want to start a culinary career, Chef Jayson shared his best advice on...
2021-02-1138 min
ShandeeLandExploring New Cuisines With Food Allergies: Sharon Wong, Nut Free WokSharon Wong is the founder of Nut Free Wok, a blog specializing in “Allergy Aware Asian Fare”. I invited Sharon to the show to discuss what inspired her to start the blog and how she became a renowned culinary resource for the food allergic community. If you've ever wanted to try new types of food, Sharon shared ways to explore unfamiliar cuisines if you have food allergies. You’ll learn steps you can take to feel more comfortable and knowledgeable when trying different cultural foods. As an allergy mom of two, Sharon also shared great advice for new foo...
2021-02-0732 min
ShandeeLandFood Network Star, Chef Emily Ellyn, Shares Secrets Behind Some Of Your Favorite Cooking ShowsFood Network Star Chef Emily Ellyn joined the podcast to share her culinary journey, from growing up on a farm in rural Ohio to become a culinary star. You’ve seen Emily on Food Network’s “Food Network Star,” “Cupcake Wars,” “Food Quest”, and “Cutthroat Kitchen” on HGTV’s “House Hunters” as well as the FYI Network, Cooking Channel. In this interview, you’ll get to hear about Emily’s love for taking classic home dishes and giving them a retro-rad upgrade. She’ll also be sharing a few delicious recipe tips. For those of you who are cooking show aficionados, Emily reveals...
2021-02-0436 min
ShandeeLandThe Hidden Allergens in Cosmetics with Jennifer Kurko, Founder of Kiss FreelyFood allergens are in the most unexpected places. Jennifer Kurko had no idea that deadly allergens lurked in her lip balm, lipstick, soap, makeup, and creams. She discovered this after kissing her then-7-year-old daughter on the cheek and leaving her a vivid rash. This frightening experience inspired her to launch, Kiss Freely, a line of chemical-free beauty and self-care products that are also free of numerous common allergens. I was honored to have Jennifer on the show to discuss the story behind Kiss Freely in more detail. You’ll learn how Jennifer got to wh...
2021-01-3128 min
ShandeeLandGrowing and Scaling Social Impact Startups with Serial Entrepreneur, Elizabeth StoneElizabeth Stone has mastered the art of growing businesses from the ground up. She is a serial entrepreneur who is passionate about making a positive impact by pointing her businesses towards social enterprising. I was excited to have her on the show to discuss her secrets behind successfully running multiple businesses. Elizabeth shared the importance of overcoming the fear of failure and her passion for social entrepreneurship. You’ll also get to hear how she splits her time between her many projects and ways she finds work-life balance. During the episode, Elizabeth also explained how to get ideas out of...
2021-01-2834 min
ShandeeLandChef Joel Schaefer, Disney World Food Allergy Pioneer, Shares Tasty Substitutes for Common Food AllergiesPeople with food allergies have strict limits on the foods they can enjoy and cook at home every day. In this episode, you’ll discover surprising ingredient substitutes to make dishes that you thought you’d never be able to eat. Our special guest, Chef Joel Schaefer, will help you expand your food choices and bring in dishes that you assumed were out-of-bounds. As a culinary educator and pioneer in allergy friendly cooking, Chef Schaeffer is an expert at finding tasty substitutes for food allergies. In this second-round interview, you’ll get to hear his invaluable advice and expertise on alt...
2021-01-2442 min
ShandeeLandFazoli's CEO, Carl Howard: How Has Fazoli’s Succeeded Despite The Pandemic?Fazoli’s CEO, Carl Howard, has been leading America’s largest fast-casual Italian chain since 2008. He’s credited with turning around the struggling chain and helping Fazoli’s maintain a competitive edge. I was honored to have Carl on the show to discuss how Fazoli’s is succeeding despite the challenges of COVID-19. Carl talked about adapting their strategy and how they moved sanitation and safety to the forefront. We also discussed the chain’s focus on technology and innovation to better understand customer needs and elevate the guest experience. Listeners will also get to hear...
2021-01-2127 min
ShandeeLandFARE CEO, Lisa Gable: How is FARE Tackling The Biggest Challenges Around Food Allergies?We were honored to be joined by Lisa Gable, CEO of Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE). Before taking on this important role, Lisa achieved titles of US Ambassador, UN Delegate, advisor to Presidents, Governors, and CEOs of Fortune 500 Companies worldwide. In this one-on-one interview, you’ll learn more about FARE’s incredible work. Lisa shared how FARE is tackling some of the biggest issues facing the food allergy community. Listeners will get to hear her perspective on critical topics including food allergy testing, food allergen labeling, and the buying power of food allergic consumers. Lisa also gave us a bett...
2021-01-1841 min
ShandeeLandSuccessful Fired Pie Restauranteur, Fred Morgan, Shares Advice and Lessons LearnedFred Morgan has spent 20+ years in the Pizza Business. After working for California Pizza Kitchen, he left corporate life to start his own pizza concept named Fired Pie. Fred and business partner, Doug Doyle, are now the proud owners of 21 Fired Pie locations! I was excited to invite him on the show to talk about his love for the pizza business and his incredible career path. We started the interview by discussing Fired Pie's involvement in the local community and some of the organizations they support. Fred then shared helpful advice for aspiring restauranteurs and some of the business...
2021-01-1430 min
ShandeeLandFood Insecure and Food Allergic: A Vulnerable Population with Emily Brown, Founder and CEO of Food Equality Initiative, Inc.Food Equality Initiative (FEI) provides a voice for one of the most vulnerable populations. Founded by Emily Brown in 2014, FEI is increasing health and ending hunger for those diagnosed with food allergies and celiac disease. I was honored to have Emily on the podcast to discuss her journey as a food allergy mom and her lived experience of food insecurity. She shared how these struggles ultimately led her to start FEI. Emily also explained the many challenges that food allergy families face at food banks and pantries. We addressed some of the existing flaws in American food programs such...
2021-01-1036 min
ShandeeLandA Culinary Journey Across the World with Chef Marshall Shafkowitz, Executive Director at Brightwater: A Center for the Study of FoodChef Marshall Shafkowitz has traveled the world as a cook and chef, learning about different cuisines and cultures before becoming Executive Director for Brightwater: A Center for the Study of Food at Northwest Arkansas Community College. I was honored to invite Marshall to discuss his culinary journey and adventures across Europe. He shared some of his most memorable cooking experiences, including his work during the 1996 Olympics. Marshall cooked for the likes of the Royal Family of Spain and the Clinton family. We then explored his culinary philosophy and his love for creating memories through cooking. Marshall’s go...
2021-01-041h 01
ShandeeLandLighting up The World for Food Allergy Awareness with Stephanie Lowe, Food Allergy Advocate & Founder of Light It TealDuring Food Allergy Awareness Week, buildings and landmarks across the United States and the world are lighting teal. I was honored to invite Stephanie Lowe, the brains behind this amazing movement. Stephanie founded Light It Teal to help raise public awareness for food allergies. We discussed where the idea came from and her future plans for the organization. If you’ve ever wondered how iconic buildings are illuminated, Stephanie explained some of the work done behind the scenes and the innovative technology that’s being used. Stephanie is mom to three children, one of whom has food allergies. She shar...
2020-12-3137 min
ShandeeLandHow to Ditch the Diet Mentality and Make Peace with Food with Will Armijo, Wellness and Nutrition ExpertStart 2021 with a new and healthier mindset on wellness and nutrition. I invited Will Armijo, Nutrition Expert and Founder of Nrïsh, to share the secrets to building healthier relationships with food. We kicked off the episode discussing why diet plans and gym workouts aren’t a one size fits all solution. We then explored the basics of a healthier lifestyle. Will explained the importance of everyday movement and eating foods “from the earth” or in other words toxin-free. We also talked about how to satisfy our food cravings in a way that is healthy, especially during times of hormona...
2020-12-271h 05
ShandeeLandDave Bloom, Food Allergy Advocate and Influential Blogger, Shares Steps to Starting a Blog and Growing ReadershipDuring this second round interview with Dave Bloom, CEO & Blogger in Chief of SnackSafely.com, we explored his blogging and business journey. Dave shared details about his jump from corporate to startup, the story behind SnackSafely.com, and how it grew into one of the leading information hubs for the food allergic community. You’ll also learn important steps to market and grow your blog’s audience. Dave provided ways to find blog topics that inspire you. Finally, we talked about his ongoing support for non-profits in the food allergy space.
2020-12-2135 min
ShandeeLandHow Can Small Changes Lead to a Lasting Healthy Lifestyle with Kurt and Deanna Mangum, Founders of CoupleyFit™Kurt and Deanna Mangum are the founders of CoupleyFit™. They are a devoted husband and wife team who are impacting the world through their holistic approach to wellness. Their goal is to help people make healthier lifestyle changes, by bringing them back to the basics of health. In this episode, we discussed their story and their S.W.A.N. (Sleep, Water Activity, Nutrition) philosophy. Kurt and Deanna explained how changing these four habits can help us feel better, stronger, and healthier. We also explored the importance of mental health, especially in 2020, and their amazing initiatives for su...
2020-12-1736 min
ShandeeLandThomas Silvera, Food Allergy Legislation Advocate and Non-Profit Founder, Opines on Food Allergy Protocols and Much-Needed ChangeThomas Silvera is one of the leading advocates & educators in the food allergy space. He is the President & CEO of the Elijah-Alavi Foundation. After the tragic passing of his son, Elijah, he worked tirelessly to create legislative change. With the passage of New York State’s Elijah’s Law, Thomas helped improve the safety of thousands of food allergic children in daycare programs. I was honored to have Thomas on the podcast. I asked him about his ongoing mission to push for Elijah’s Law protections at the federal level and his support for other organizations that are fighting for le...
2020-12-1342 min
ShandeeLandLee Brian Schrager, Food Festival Empresario & Renowned Philanthropist, Shares His Journey in Hospitality and His Love for Helping the CommunityIn this episode, I was joined by Lee Brian Schrager, one of the nation’s preeminent event planners. Lee is the brains behind the Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach and New York Wine & Food Festivals. Both of these events bring in tens of thousands of visitors from across the world and showcase the talents of the most renowned chefs and culinary personalities. Lee joined the podcast to share his career path in the hospitality business and some of the biggest lessons learned along the way. We also discussed his many philanthropic initiatives and how he’s providing invaluable job...
2020-12-0932 min
ShandeeLandChef Joel Schaefer, Disney World Food Allergy Pioneer & Founder of Your Allergy Chefs, Shares Better Ways to Accommodate Food Allergic GuestsMeet Chef Joel Schaefer, founder of Your Allergy Chefs. As former Culinary Development and Special Dietary Needs Manager at Walt Disney World, Joel spearheaded many of their food allergy initiatives. I invited him on the show to discuss his incredible culinary career and his experiences suffering from food allergies. We also talked about Joel’s work motto “keep the food simple to keep the guests safe” and how the right recipe substitutions can help you create delicious food that is safe for you. Joel also shared more about his work at Your Allergy Chefs and their mission to pro...
2020-12-0535 min
ShandeeLandHow is World Central Kitchen Healing Communities Across the Globe with Allison Sosna, Director of Nutrition at WCKIn this episode, you’ll learn about the power of food in healing and strengthening communities. I was honored to be joined by Chef Allison Sosna, Director of Nutrition at José Andrés’s World Central Kitchen (WCK), to discuss their mission and many incredible initiatives. WCK has served more than 40 million meals to survivors of natural and man-made disasters. Allison shared her career journey and how her passions for food, nutrition, and helping others drove her to join WCK. We also discussed how WCK is responding to the pandemic and providing support to the struggling restaurant industry. Listeners will a...
2020-11-3031 min
ShandeeLandThe Emotional Impact of Food Allergies on Parents and Children with Leah Robilotto, Founder of The Food Allergy InstituteParents of food allergic children often suffer from high levels of stress and anxiety. They go to great lengths to keep their children safe and will feel overwhelmed with fear of a potential reaction. I invited Leah Robilotto, founder of The Food Allergy Institute, to discuss the emotional impact that food allergies have on parents and ways to manage this allergy-anxiety. During this conversation, we also discussed Leah's incredible work at The Food Allergy Institute and how she is helping families and educators gain greater peace of mind through personalized coaching. She also shared helpful advice on how to...
2020-11-2429 min
ShandeeLandThe Highlights, Challenges, and Realities of Being a PR Professional with Robyn Moore, Founder of Mack Media RelationsIn this episode, we reveal everything you need to know about working in public relations. Robyn Moore, Founder of Mack Media Relations, joined the show to share her journey in the PR industry and what she loves most about her career. Listeners will also get to learn about some of the biggest challenges facing PR professionals and some common misconceptions about PR. During our conversation, Robyn offers advice on how to adapt your strategy and messaging during these challenging times. For those of you who want to pursue a career in public relations or who want to learn about...
2020-11-2029 min
ShandeeLandDiscussing the Latest Food Allergy Research, Insights, and Misconceptions with Food Allergy Fund Founder, Ilana GolantIn this episode, we’ll explore some of the latest insights and most critical issues around food allergies. I was joined by Ilana Golant, founder and CEO of the Food Allergy Fund. She'll be sharing more about their commitment to funding research that uncovers the underlying causes of food allergies. We’ll also be discussing Ilana's perspective on the ever-growing food allergy market and its future impact on consumer behavior. For those listeners who are passionate about fundraising, you will also get helpful advice on how to make donors feel more connected to your cause. Ilana will share her journ...
2020-11-1431 min
ShandeeLandHow to Develop Talent and Instill Passion in Your Team with Kelly McCutcheon, VP of Training at Hopdoddy Burger Bar, Inc.Do you know the secrets to training employees for long-term success? I invited Kelly McCutcheon, VP of Training at Hopdoddy Burger Bar, Inc., to discuss best practices for talent development. You’ll learn about the benefits of empowering your employees and how you can instill the confidence they need to succeed. Kelly also shared ways to build trust among team members and some of her favorite parts about training people. Tune in to discover strategies to develop a talented team that will contribute to the success of your business.
2020-11-1029 min
ShandeeLandA Mother’s Experience Raising Food Allergic Children with Crystal GoldenCrystal Golden is no stranger to food allergies. Her young daughters, Cali and Camille, both suffer from multiple allergies. Crystal joined the podcast to discuss how to empower and teach children to protect themselves as they grow up. She also shares her experiences and some of the lessons she’s learned over the years. Listeners will discover ways to navigate their child’s allergies. This is a great conversation on why children are never too young to start learning about their allergies. You can get more helpful advice by following her Instagram and YouTube blog, Allergy Lifestyle Mom.
2020-11-0629 min
ShandeeLandThe Secrets Behind Running Multiple Businesses and Overcoming Challenges with Jessica StorryWhat does it take to successfully run multiple businesses? In this episode we invited special guest, Jessica Storry, to share her business journey and advice for overcoming challenges. Jessica is familiar with the hurdles of juggling multiple businesses and explains to our listeners why asking for help is essential for success. In this conversation, Jessica also shares her advice for coping with stress and changes brought on by the pandemic. You’ll get several tips to stay inspired and motivated at home.
2020-11-0229 min
ShandeeLandRenowned Food Allergy Advocate, Dave Bloom, Discusses The Most Pressing Food Allergy IssuesOn this episode, we’ll uncover the puzzling aspects of food allergies with leading food allergy advocate and SnackSafely.com CEO, Dave Bloom. Take a listen as we dive down into all things allergies including testing, labeling, and steps to prepare for a reaction. As a food allergy expert, Dave Bloom, will share invaluable advice and insights for those living with food allergies or managing the allergies of a loved one. Get the answers to some of your biggest allergy questions.
2020-10-2836 min
ShandeeLandElevating Food Allergy Safety with Chef Keith NormanHear from Executive Chef, author, and food allergy advocate Keith Norman in this episode of ShandeeLand. Keith shares his advice for food allergy sufferers as well as other chefs and restauranteurs on dining out safely and how to be the best at it. Also, take a listen to Keith’s perspective on risk-taking and when it may not be such a great idea. I know I’m guilty of it with my food allergies – are you?
2020-10-2229 min
ShandeeLandVagabond Chef Matthew Welsch Shares his Passions for Food, Travel, and Local CommunityIs it possible to turn your passions into a career? Meet Chef Matt Welsch, otherwise known as the Vagabond Chef. His passions for travel, food, and local community became the inspiration and foundation of his restaurant, Vagabond Kitchen. He loves learning the cooking styles and flavors of different regions, and he uses this knowledge to craft a dining experience like no other. His mission is putting his hometown of Wheeling, West Virginia on the culinary map. Matt joined the show to discuss his culinary journey across the United States, where his passions have taken him since, and the challenges...
2020-10-1933 min
ShandeeLandAndrew Kolikoff on Servant Leadership and The Secrets of GASIn this conversation with executive, author, and masterful connector of humans, Andrew Kolikoff, hear the story of his life of service and always caring about helping others. Learn the secret of GAS and how it applies professionally as well as personally in Andrew’s and all of our lives. I have a GAS problem – do you?
2020-10-1640 min
ShandeeLandFood Allergies and Practicing Self Care with Marny LearyIn this episode of ShandeeLand, I chat with my favorite food allergy mom, Marny Leary. We discuss having a kid with a food allergy, having a food allergy herself, as well as her career path and the twists and turns along the way. It’s a real, open, and raw conversation about the ways we take care of ourselves or the places we need to improve at it. 646f143c70e5539e9af4992f1d298def903e0b99
2020-10-1228 min
ShandeeLandWelcome to ShandeeLandWelcome to my new podcast, ShandeeLand. In this first episode, I wanted to share my story with you and let you get to know me a bit and what we’ll be talking about during the course of this podcast series. I share my background, some of my interests, a little about starting my company and my food allergy story. I hope that some of you facing the same types of challenges find some connection with me and my story and I hope that I can offer some help along the way.
2020-10-0520 min
The Tech Chef, Restaurant, Hospitality and Hotel Technology Business PodcastFood Allergy Technology with Shandee Chernow from CertistarHappy Tuesday, and I hope you all had an enjoyable, safe and relaxing Labor Day. It has been pretty rough this year so you have all deserved that extra day off. Today kicks off our new 5 part series on Food Safety. It was a 4 part series until I found out that Chef Robert Irvine will be joining the Tech Chef podcast to close out this series. Yes, that’s right, Chef Robert Irvine!Upcoming events….October 12th and 13th, the Restaurant Technology Network along with MURTEC is presenting an exciting two days in an event ca...
2020-09-0831 min
Allergy Free Hustle PodcastS01E09 Shandee Chernow: From Selling Software To Creating CertiStarShandee Chernow graced her presence on today’s episode of Allergy Free Hustle Podcast. She is the Founder of CertiStar. Shandee Chernow discovered in her late 20s she had life threatening food allergies by actually eating foods she had no idea she was even allergic to, only to discover she was by way of a traumatic reaction. Shandee knew the hospitality industry needed a solution - not only a software to make things easier on the restaurant, hotel, school or airline, but also on the customer - or person - with food allergies. Enter in CertiStar - a software la...
2020-07-2131 min
Snyder Showdown042 | Leveraging Big Data for Food Allergens in Restaurants with Shandee Chernow, Founder of CertiStarShandee Chernow is the Founder and CEO of CertiStar, a Phoenix-based menu software company designed to help restaurants navigate food allergies. Launched in 2017, the software allows a partnered restaurant to take the pressure off their operations team and staff, knowing they can safely serve food-allergic guests. Shandee sits down with Chris Snyder to discuss how CertiStar leverages big data from restaurant partners to code food allergens safely and accurately.
2020-06-1251 min
Gabbin' with MavensEp. 10 - Food Allergies with Shandee ChernowHave you ever wanted to gab with a maven of his or her field? On this week’s episode I interview an expert on food allergies: Shandee Chernow, CEO and founder of Certi-Star. For additional information about Certi-Star please visit https://certistar.com
2020-05-0625 min
Best Of HealthBEST OF HEALTH CertiStar Founder Shandee ChernowBEST OF HEALTH CertiStar Founder Shandee Chernow As a result of discovering her own personal severe food allergies in her late 20s, Phoenix-based, Shandee Chernow, founded CertiStar in 2017 to help the millions of people around the world who suffer from food allergies to have a more safe and easier dining experience. CertiStar , Inc. is […]
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2019-08-2900 min
Best Of HealthBEST OF HEALTH CertiStar Founder Shandee ChernowBEST OF HEALTH CertiStar Founder Shandee Chernow As a result of discovering her own personal severe food allergies in her late 20s, Phoenix-based, Shandee Chernow, founded CertiStar in 2017 to help the millions of people around the world who suffer from food allergies to have a more safe and easier dining experience. CertiStar , Inc. is [...]
2019-08-2957 min