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Bozoma Saint John, a marketing executive and CMO of companies like Uber, Endeavor, and Netflix, has been called one of the most powerful voices in American business. Bozoma’s journey from Ghana to Colorado to Connecticut to New York is an inspiring story of cultural identity and staying true to who you really are.  Over a hearty plate of lasagna at Hollywood’s oldest Italian restaurant, Micel...

Ron Finley, otherwise known as the “Gangsta Gardener”, is a master gardener and founder of The Ron Finley Project, a gardening training facility. Ron believes all life lessons can be learned from gardening and spending time outside. Over the flavors of a hearty soul food meal at Alta in South LA, Ron shares the detour that became the defining trajectory of his life, and how it helped him to redefi...

Reshma Saujani is the founder of Girls Who Code and Moms First. In 2009, Reshma became the first Indian-American woman to run for Congress, and lost. That loss was the impotence for her greatest creation: Girls Who Code, a nonprofit that helps girls learn STEM, coding, and all things technology. Reshma saw firsthand during her run for Congress how few opportunities were given to girls in computing...

Curtis Duffy is a Chicago chef and restaurateur of restaurants Ever and Grace. Curtis is a Michelin-starred and James Beard Award-winning chef with an impressive track record, working at restaurants Charlie Trotter, Alinea, and Avenues, before opening Grace to much acclaim in 2012. Curtis joins us to discuss his story, his creativity in the kitchen, and his connection to FX’s The Bear . Follow To...

Tracy Smith is correspondent for CBS News Sunday Morning with Jane Pauley as well as a correspondent for CBS’s 48 Hours. She has had a lengthy and impressive career at CBS News, covering events like the Winter Olympics in Torino, Italy, the September 11th terrorist attacks, Hurricane Katrina, and the 2008 Presidential Campaign. Tracy has also done major celebrity interviews for CBS News Sunday Mor...

Robert Reffkin is the Founder & CEO of Compass Real Estate. Robert founded an online real estate company to tackle some of the problems he saw his single mother face daily as a realtor. In 2021 Compass went public, making Robert one of the country’s youngest black billionaires. Over the flavors of his favorite restaurant, Shabu Tatsu in the East Village of New York, Robert shares his purpose f...

Gitanjali Rao is an 18 year old inventor, aspiring scientist, author, speaker, and promoter of STEM worldwide. She was recognized as America’s top young scientist and received an EPA Presidential Award for her patented invention of an innovative lead contamination detection tool. She is also the inventor of Epione, a device for the early diagnosis of prescription opioid addiction, as well as Kindl...

Jay Shetty is a storyteller, podcaster, life coach, and former monk. He has been named to Forbes Magazine’s 30 Under 30 for changing the way people look at their own mental health and wellness. Dining at Fresh on Sunset in Los Angeles, Jay shares timeless wisdom for living in uncertain times, as well as how to live a more meaningful life. Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Faceb...

Aisha Cole, otherwise known as Pinky, is an American restaurateur. She is the owner and operator of Slutty Vegan, a plant-based burger restaurant chain originated in Atlanta. In 2023 she was added to TIME Magazine’s 100 Next list, recognizing individuals with an outsized influence on American culture. We discuss the creation of Slutty Vegan, her previous career in television, and her book, I Hope...

Anjula Acharia is a talent manager, angel investor, and entrepreneur. She is the Founder and CEO of A-Series Investments and Management, a company that invests in startups, many of which have achieved unicorn status. Some brands that she has invested in include ClassPass, Hooked, Bumble, Health-Ade, and SkinnyDipped. In 2007 she founded DesiHits, blending pop culture with diversity. She introduced...

Micaela Connery is the Co-Founder and CEO of The Kelsey, a San Francisco-based non-profit that develops accessible, affordable, and inclusive multi-family housing, advocates for policy changes that promote inclusive practices, and provides tools and templates for others who want to build housing based on its model. Micaela co-founded The Kelsey in 2017, securing more than $180 million in funding t...

On a special episode of To Dine For, Kate is interviewed by Notre Dame student and To Dine For intern Zora Rodgers about her career path and the power of storytelling. Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Facebook: Facebook.com/ToDineForTV Instagram: @ToDineForTV Twitter: @KateSullivanTV Email: ToDineForTV@gmail.com   Thank You to our Sponsors! American National Insurance Hos...

Monique Volz is the Founder & CEO of Ambitious Kitchen, a recipe platform dedicated to celebrating wholesome and delicious recipes that feed the body and nourish the soul. The healthy-living and food blog, inspired by the passion her parents had for cooking and baking, and the memories made at a young age, has millions of followers, with over 5 million visitors a month. Monique’s love affair w...

Jannese Torres is the creator and host of the award-winning personal finance podcast Yo Quiero Dinero, as well as the author of the best-selling book, Financially Lit . Her debut book, Financially Lit , offers culturally relevant and relatable finance advice that will allow you to finally feel seen, heard, and understood, whether it’s the guilt you feel from being the first person to make it in yo...

Radhi Devlukia-Shetty is a passionate self-taught cook and nutritionist. She has just written a new cookbook called JoyFull , and it is abundant with more than 125 plant-based recipes. Radhi is the wife of Jay Shetty, the self-help guru, and she is also the host of a new podcast called A Really Good Cry. Radhi discusses her cookbook, her journey in health and wellness, and her plans for her new po...

Ana Maria Jipa is the co-founder and CEO of Olyn, a monetization and distribution tool for filmmakers and media creators. With four co-founders and 22 people on staff, Ana is working to pioneer the future of media distribution. She also hosts the podcast Unscripted - Masterminds in Media, focusing on revealing the stories, insights, and experiences of today’s most influential and innovative creato...

Damali Peterman is a lawyer, mediator, negotiator, educator, and speaker, with nearly 20 years of experience in the alternative dispute resolution field. She is also the founder and CEO of two successful award-winning companies, Breakthrough ADR and Damali Law. Damali is an engaging and dynamic educator and public speaker whose personable style and innovative approach make her a sought-after asset...

Kelly Kleine Van Calligan is the Executive Director of Football Operations and Special Advisor to the General Manager for the Denver Broncos. Kelly is in her 13th year in the NFL, serving as the primary liaison for the Broncos’ football operations and maintains significant responsibilities with both pro and college scouting. Before joining the Broncos, Kelly worked with the Minnesota Vikings for 9...

Lauren “Lo” Bosworth is a reality-TV star turned entrepreneur who began her career in the limelight on the MTV shows Laguna Beach and The Hills. After leaving entertainment and moving to New York, Lo struggled with health issues that took doctors over a year to figure out were due to gut problems. From these experiences Bosworth founded Love Wellness, a gut and brain wellness brand that creates fr...

Julianne Goldmark is a Los Angeles native who has become a trendsetter in the world of hair and hair accessories. After hair accessories became her go-to form of self-expression because of private school uniforms, she launched Emi Jay at the age of 14 with her mother. The business began with homemade non-crease hair ties made from underwear elastics, but following a rebrand in 2019 evolved into sc...

Alan Feigenbaum and Ariella Steinhorn have come together to present Nonlinear Love, a collection of unique relationship stories that reframe the way we think about dating, romance, break-ups, divorce, and love, by talking about the issues without subscribing to the self-help drive that has permeated pop culture for decades and continues to do so today.  Al and Ari discuss their story of how t...

Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon, also known as Jet Set Sarah, returns! Sarah is a travel journalist who specializes in the Caribbean, and her work has appeared in publications like Travel & Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler. Sarah is back to discuss 2024 travel trends, her trips to Switzerland, Japan, and Africa, and what she's looking forward to. Follow To Dine For: Official Website: ToDineForTV.com Fac...

Patrick J. Kennedy is a former Congressman from the state of Rhode Island and current mental health advocate. His book, Profiles in Mental Health Courage , portrays the dramatic journeys of a diverse group of Americans who have struggled with their mental health. This book offers deeply compelling stories about the bravery and resilience of those living with a variety of mental illnesses and addic...

Tori Dunlap is a financial feminist and entrepreneur from Seattle whose life goal is to help women achieve financial freedom. After successfully saving $100,000 by 25 years old, she left the corporate world to start Her First $100K, a company that fights financial inequality by equipping women with the resources to better their money and fight the patriarchy. Dunlap published a book, Financial Fem...

Chris Voss is a businessman, author, academic, and former FBI hostage negotiator. Chris is also an adjunct professor at Harvard Law, Georgetown, and USC. His ability to negotiate in any situation and teach how to handle the tough conversations in life is incredible. Chris is the CEO of the Black Swan Group and co-author of Never Split the Difference . From a table at the Silver Diner in Arlington,...