At a time when many people are struggling with their psychological well-being, we’re taking a close look at the structural and cultural issues that make restaurant workers especially vulnerable. 

On today’s show we have the honor of welcoming chef, writer, TV personality, activist and lover of food, Andrew Zimmern. Andrew has spent his life in the food industry, and as we come to find out, it was the industry that ultimately helped to save his life.

To kick off a day of programming that focused on building a sustainable lifestyle and finding balance in the hospitality industry, HRN’s Kat Johnson and Hannah Fordin led a conversation with Steve Palmer and our very own Shari Bayer who hosts All In The Industry.

The hospitality industry is historically and notoriously been known for late nights and hard partying. The drug and booze filled nights were famously chronicled by Anthony Bourdain in Kitchen Confidential.

On this episode Caity and Hannah, along with special guest host, HRN’s Lead Engineer Matt Patterson, sit down with HRN Hall of Fame honoree Steve Palmer.

Kat Johnson catches up with Steve Palmer, the founder and managing partner of The Indigo Road, about the group's expansion plans and the growth of Ben's Friends.

Kat Kinsman, author and editor, is taking on the subjects rarely discussed in the food world, namely depression, addiction, and burnout.