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Tastemaker Talk

Tastemaker Conference
Tastemaker Conference
Instagram
Creator Economy
Food Blogging
Google
Food Photography
Youtube
Artificial Intelligence
Social Commerce
Community Building
San Antonio, United States
Shaunda Necole
Substack
Food and Beverage Industry
Community
Video Marketing
Grocers List
Rachel Korinek
Pound Cake
Search Engine Optimization

Tastemaker Talk is a weekly podcast for food content creators. Join hosts and business besties Abbey Rodriguez & Chandice Probst as they pull the curtain back on what it takes to run a successful food blog; chat with dynamic guests from the tech, SEO, and food product spheres; and legitimize the creator economy through community (not competition).

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Latest Episodes

Daphne and Leslie on the mics this week! Make some noiiiise!

We just got back from Kit's Craft + Commerce event in Boise, and we had THE BEST time.

Tune in for our 6 takeaways inspired by the mainstage rapid fire session, including the AI tips we ... more

In this episode, Maria Lucey shares her journey from dietitian to successful YouTube content creator, exploring strategies for growth, monetization, and community building on YouTube. Discover how to leverage video content for long-term success and a... more

Abbey is back on the mic for her Q2 2026 Founder's Message, and she's sharing all of her thoughts, drawbacks, and joys surrounding the evolution of the creator economy over the last 10 years. With lessons learned from Yesteryear, Abbey's Master's Deg... more

Join us as we explore the latest trends in food content marketing with Anastasia Shtompel, Forbes Council Member and former Head of Marketing at a multi-million-dollar company. Hit play to discover how niche audiences, strong visual identity, and str... more

Alyssa Rivers, founder of The Recipe Critic, shares her inspiring journey through culinary school at age 41, overcoming challenges, gaining confidence, and pivoting her food blogging career. Discover her insights on mastering new skills, embracing vu... more

Today Abbey sits down with Jack Thomas to explore the future of food content through an ethical lens, covering everything from social commerce and monetization to transparency, sustainability, and the real impact of AI. Jack shares the mission behind... more

In this episode of Tastemaker Talk, Shaunda Necole shares her journey of transforming her blogs into a media empire, emphasizing the importance of positioning as a media company, leveraging SEO, and building trust through content. She discusses strat... more

Kelli Quinn is the VP of Product, Customer Success, and People Ops at VEOX Inc, and she's also a longtime photographer. Today she's joining Abbey to talk about where creativity meets technology. From her journey into the AI space to practical ways cr... more

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Recent Guests

Maria Lucey
Dietitian and content creator behind a growing YouTube channel and nutrition blog
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Episode: Your YouTube Growth Strategy with Maria Lucey
Anastasia Shtompel
Entrepreneur and marketer with extensive experience in branding and growth marketing
Episode: You're a Brand, Baby! with Anastasia Shtompel
Alyssa Rivers
Founder of The Recipe Critic, certified chef
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Episode: Content, Community, and Culinary School with Alyssa Rivers (The Recipe Critic)
Jack Thomas
Learning designer, regenerative farmsteader, founder of Acre
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Episode: Make Food Content Value-Driven Again with Jack Thomas
Shaunda Necole
Founder of The Soul Food Pot; author
The Soul Food Pot / Soul Food Pod
Episode: Why Creators Who Treat Their Blogs Like Media Companies Win Long-Term with Shaunda Necole
Kelli Quinn
Human systems integrator and AI executive specializing in creativity, leadership, and emerging technology
AI company (VEOX)
Episode: Bridging Creativity and Technology with Kelli Quinn
Lauren Less
Creator focused on allergy-friendly recipes, chronic illness support, non-toxic lifestyle, health and wellness
Episode: Turning Food Content Into a Multi-Income Business with Lauren Less
Laura Scherb
Food photographer in commercial and cookbook spaces
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Episode: How to Refine Your Signature Creative Style with Laura Scherb
Josh Gale
Chef and content creator behind The Chef Out West
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Episode: How To Become a Full-Time Content Creator with Josh Gale (The Chef Out West)

Hosts

Abbey Rodriguez
Host of Tastemaker Talk
Chandice Probst
Co-host and fellow food creator

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Get Growing with Grocers List
Q: What does Grocers List do if somebody doesn't know who Grocers List is?
Ben explains Grocers List is a software platform that helps food creators drive more website traffic, grow email lists, and monetize mainly through affiliate programs, with a focus on easy-to-use, creator-centric features and strong support.
Your Sign to Keep Creating with Laura Ashley Johnson
Q: So what inspired you to start sharing recipes, and how did your initial growth unfold?
Laura explains she always loved cooking, trained as a dietician, and started sharing with her son's encouragement during COVID. She gradually expanded across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest, saw a growing following, and then launched a website to monetize, realizing early on that a blog could be a major revenue driver.
Exploring Google's Core Update and Other Search Changes with Marie Haynes
Q: What is the nerdiest thing that you have Googled this week?
The nerdiest thing was the Cursor development platform, which can spin up agents to code, have them open a browser, test it, fix errors with a looping, automated process—an example of how AI can practically generate and refine code.
Do We Really Need Food Blogs Anymore? with Rachel Cunliffe
Q: Talk to us about the landscape shift in discovery and how it affects food bloggers.
The guest explains that before the pandemic the ecosystem was more stable, but discovery has become volatile with zero-click results and AI like ChatGPT reshaping how people search. Bloggers should focus on unique voice, trust, and practical optimization (like meta descriptions and content structure) to stand out, rather than relying on broad traffic channels.
The Food Stories We Keep with Jack Thomas and Azara Krovatin
Q: How should food creators validate ideas with their audience before building a full course?
Engage in proactive communication with the audience, ask specific questions to distinguish interest from willingness to pay, and analyze engagement patterns to find common threads that indicate what people will actually invest in.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tastemaker Talk

What is Tastemaker Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show targets food content creators who want to turn passion into a sustainable business. Across episodes, the conversation centers on practical strategies for growing a food blog or brand, with emphasis on ownership of platforms, community-building, and diversified income streams. Guests range from cookbook authors and food developers to AI and tech practitioners, photographers, and educators, all sharing actionable tips on content strategy, monetization, and navigating the creator economy. Noteworthy is a consistent focus on authenticity, human-centered storytelling, and building durable, collaborative networks rather than relying solely on social platforms. The format often blends personal journeys with concrete tactics—SEO clarity, ... more

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Recent guests on Tastemaker Talk include:

1. Maria Lucey
2. Anastasia Shtompel
3. Alyssa Rivers
4. Jack Thomas
5. Shaunda Necole
6. Kelli Quinn
7. Lauren Less
8. Laura Scherb

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