The Connected Table Live
Connecting Culinary Founders Legends: Stories from Food & Beverage Innovators
The Connected Table Live
Connecting Culinary Founders Legends: Stories from Food & Beverage Innovators
About The Connected Table Live
Connecting Culinary Founders Legends: Stories from Food & Beverage Innovators
Food and beverage industry insiders Melanie Young and David Ransom connect you to leaders and legends in wine, spirits, food and hospitality as they travel the world.
Why Join The Connected Table Live as a Guest
Food & Beverage Audience Reach
You reach listeners passionate about wine, restaurants, and culinary culture via Spotify, iHeartRadio, and 100+ platforms.
Chef-to-Chef Interviews
You'll join a conversation hosted by industry insiders who ask the right questions and let your story shine.
Featured Among Icons
You'll be in great company-past guests include Jacques Pépin, Dickie Brennan, and master sommeliers.
Global Audio Reach
Your episode is distributed across top podcast platforms and reaches a worldwide audience of culinary pros and fans.
Episode Angles & Guest Pitches
Inside the Vineyard
Explore your winemaking journey, regional varietals, and the evolution of your label.
From Kitchen to Culture
Dive into your culinary philosophy, signature dishes, and the culture behind your cuisine.
Crafting Spirits & Stories
Break down your distilling process, cocktail trends, and what sets your spirits apart.
Hospitality in Motion
Share how you lead, innovate, and create memorable guest experiences in hospitality.
How You'd Contribute to the Show
Audience Takeaways
Listeners gain behind-the-scenes insights from industry experts shaping food, wine, and hospitality today.
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Why Trust Me
The Ideal Guest
You're a chef, vintner, distiller, restaurateur, or hospitality expert with a story to share and a passion for your craft. If you've shaped palates or guest experiences, this mic is for you.
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Be Our Next Guest
We're booking guests to discuss food podcast, wine podcast, hospitality interviews. Remote recordings, Available Wednesday. If you bring practical stories and clear takeaways, let's talk.
Speaking fee applies — contact to discuss
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Will promote episodes to their audience
Available Wednesday
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