The As Told By Podcast
Food. We all love it. But how much do we know about the people who’ve made it their business? Join food enthusiast and host Kahja Elliott as she talks to some of the industry’s most influential voices, from celebrated chefs and restaurateurs to voices in food media, rising culinary stars, innovative brands, and food industry thought leaders and discovers the stories of how they’re helping shape culinary culture.
As someone who’s always loved the adventure and wanderlust of food, I’ve also been drawn to the backstories; what makes people choose this as a career, and how do they bring communities and cultures along with them? With the rise of food TV focused on storytelling beyond just recipe or competition shows, The As Told By Podcast highlights the creative and the business sides of the industry, from leading culinarians who are informing what’s on your plate, to CEOs, food justice and entrepreneur-based organizations, and food writers crafting the the paths and stories of how it gets there. We all have a role in the system of food, so join me for a behind the scenes taste of the people helping to make it happen!
- Update frequency
- every 13 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 71
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
Artist Spotlight: Mani Over Everything: As Told By Mani Draper (S2/E5)
From his work as a solo artist to his collaborative contributions as a member of Grand Nationxl, Mani Draper is redefining what it means to be a modern day rapper, one album at a time. This week, he …
From Cuba To Oakland With Love: As Told By Lilian Duran of Clandestina Cocina (S2/E4)
Starting a business and immigrating to a new country is no easy feat, but in just over 5 years, Lilian Duran has managed to do both! As the founder of one of the Bay Area's newest pop-ups, Clandestin…
Gumbo Grandiosity: As Told By Dontaye Ball of Gumbo Social (S2/E3)
A good bowl of gumbo is a mix of various things that come together to make something great, and in keeping with that theme, this week, Mr. Gumbo his self reflects on his culinary origins, navigating …
All Dressed Up In Love: As Told By Iguehi James (S2/E2)
It's been said that no one has it all, but Iguehi James is closer than most to doing exactly that! As the designer and creative force behind Love Iguehi, an African-inspired clothing brand, her missi…
Mind Your Body: As Told By Cassandra Delynn (S2/E1)
Summer is practically here and so is the desire for a "summer body," but what does that mean?? Is health and fitness just a physical thing, or is your mind running the show? Free your mind and the re…
Who Is This Chick Anyway??: As Told By Kahja Elliott (S1/E6)
It's the end of Season 1, and since Kahja's been asking questions of everyone else, she decided to switch places and be the interviewee this time! And to help, she's joined by Kendra Williams, Founde…
The Art of Comfort: As Told By Sadé Stamps and Christian Washington of The Comfort Collective (S1/E5)
Pop-up food experiences have become a successful business model as an outcome of the pandemic, and the food scene in the Bay is no exception. In this episode, Kahja talks with Christian Washington an…
Artist Spotlight: The People’s Champ: As Told By Champ Green (S1/E4)
In this first Artist Spotlight episode, Kahja talks to Bay Area musician Champ Green about his musical roots, his love of family and community, parity for plus-sized female rappers, and more!
From his…
Old Oakland vs. New Oakland: As Told By Charlese Banks and Rod Campbell (S1/E3)
Oakland is full of transplants, and this week, as Kahja approaches 8 years as a Bay Area resident, she talks to Charlese Banks of The Town Experience and Rod Campbell of Dope Only Marketing about the…
The Road to Entrepreneurship: As Told By Princess & Brownie Sims and MarQuita Petties (S1/E2)
Entrepreneurship is no easy feat, and in this week’s episode, Kahja sits down with the owners of two Bay Area-based businesses, That’s My Jam Company and The Final Sauce, to talk about their individu…
Success in Modern Marriage: As Told By Anthony and Martinique Petty (S1/E1)
This week, Kahja interviews Anthony and Martinique Petty on the origins of their relationship, how they knew they were the right marital fit, growing into relationship roles, and the things that have…