Stick a Fork in It
The official podcast of Feeding Tampa Bay. We talk food and philanthropy with some of the biggest names in Central Florida, and provide a firsthand look at the process of making sure our 700,000 neighbors are fed, happy and healthy.
Meditating on Mental Health with Ian Adair of the Gracepoint Foundation
Author, comedian, and Executive Director of the Gracepoint Foundation, Ian Adair has spent 25 years managing communications in the non-profit world. He uses humor and human connection to introduce people […]
Helping Tampa Bay the United Way with Kari Goetz
Accessible housing, tax assistance, early childhood education — United Way guides people through some of the most difficult trials that life serves up, and many of us have no idea […]
Making Life Suite with MaryAnn Renfrow
Raising a family and growing a business on a resort overlooking the sandy shores of St. Pete Beach, MaryAnn Renfrow understands the importance of preserving the nature that guests and […]
Need in the News with Gayle Guyardo of Bloom TV
One of our main goals here at Feeding Tampa Bay is to tell the stories of the people we serve each day, and we couldn’t make that happen without the […]
Rays Up the Community with Brian Auld of the Tampa Bay Rays
For the past 7 years Brian Auld has been president of the Tampa Bay Rays, and during that time he has helped foster a culture of community involvement that sports […]
Preparing a Positive Difference with Buck Johnson of Berkeley Prep
Math and science aren’t the only things kids should be learning in school, as today’s guest on the show will tell you. A food pantry orchestrated by neighborhood schools is […]
Epic Chef Master's Edition LIVE
In a year full of change-ups we’ve altered the formula of our annual Epic Chef event to be a pack even more excitement into a shorter run of shows. If […]
Contributing to the Community with Chrissy Lewis and Kathy Castor
On a special edition of Stick a Fork in It, Congresswoman Kathy Castor is interviewed by her daughter Chrissy Lewis, who just completed a multi-department internship with our organization learning […]
Farm in a Box with Shannon and Maddy of Brick Street Farms
What if you could grow 3 whole acres of food in a box in your back yard? Well, Brick Street Farms has developed a way to do just that, using […]
Cereal for Summer with Scott Nevitt and Katie Fenech of General Mills
General Mills is the company that produces many of your most favorite, most iconic cereals — but they’re also responsible for TONS of other beloved breakfast, lunch, and dinner foods […]
USF - Dr. Eric Eisenberg, Dean of USF College of Arts & Sciences
The University of South Florida stands with Feeding Tampa Bay not only to feed struggling youth in our community, but to understand why they’re struggling, and how best to help […]
Building Better with Rob Rozmeski
It may take a village to raise a barn, but Rob Rozmeski, founder of construction contracting outfit the Zackary Group, did much more than that with far fewer people. Rob […]
Making Ends Meat with Kevin Ordway
You may know Tyson as “the chicken company” but they provide much more than just delicious wings and nuggets to your local grocery store — they also provide thousands of […]
Language of Love with Jaclyn Boland
The people we serve come from all walks of life, and an array of cultures. We respect how important it is to meet them in their world — providing foods […]
Breakfast and Broadcasting with Miguel Fuller from Hot 101.5
Fans of the Tampa radio station Hot 101.5 have probably listened to the Miguel and Holly Show on their way to work. But for those who are out of range, […]
Making Big Changes with Big E
Tampa Bay experienced another first this year with Wrestlemania37! WWE Superstar Big E made an impressive, surprise entrance rocking our brand from head to toe! On this episode we find […]
The Ultimate Volunteer with Peter Masone
Few people understand the importance of showing up as well as players on a sports team. And Peter Masone, General Manager of the Tampa Bay Cannons, has been showing up […]
Centuries of Service with Matt Mitchell of the YMCA
YMCA’s across the nation serve as community hubs where members can exercise, learn new skills, gather with fellow members of their faith, swim, dance, and more. And as CEO of […]
Speaking the Language with Monica Wilson
It may come as a surprise to many that food banks exist in some of the more affluent areas around Tampa, let alone that residents actually visit it. But the […]
Spirits and Sanitizer at the St. Pete Distillery
The Covid pandemic has created lots of unlikely allies, like a food bank and an alcohol distillery, for example. When the city’s hand-sanitizer supply dried up, the savvy engineers at […]
Making Men of Vision with Ross Anderson
For the past 16 years Ross Anderson has been raising the young men of Tampa Bay out of difficult circumstances and into leaders, thinkers, and achievers. His Men of Vision […]
For the Love of Tampa Bay with Thaddeus Bullard (AKA Titus O'Neil)
A truly great man in both character and physical stature, local wrestling celebrity Thaddeus Bullard joins us on the show to talk hometown philanthropy. Not only has he established a […]
The Superbowl Special with Ashley Ehrman Wickham
We did it, Tampa! The Bucs are going to the Superbowl, and we’re taking the opportunity to share some behind-the-scenes info about all of the phenomenal work the NFL is […]
Homes and Hope with Mike Sutton
Through a new partnership with our local Habitat for Humanity affiliate, we’re helping to give our neighbors two of the most basic needs on Earth – food and shelter. Our […]
Humans of the Food Bank Part 3
On this final (for now) episode of “Humans of the Food Bank” we learn all about our annual tradition of naming one employee as Food Banker of the Year. We […]
Humans of Feeding Tampa Bay Part 2
The crew returns to share the stories of more of our incredible fellow food bankers — from frontline warriors to behind the scenes miracle makers, the humans of FTB are […]
Humans of Feeding Tampa Bay
A food banker can look like anyone, come from anywhere. But no matter the difference in our age, nationality, or job status, we are all connected by our intense drive […]
Substantial Storytelling with Colleen Chappell
Fighting through poverty, cancer, and the loss of a dear friend, Colleen Chappell (co-founder of the ChappellRoberts Branding & Advertising Agency) has maintained her fiery spirit, and worked her way […]
Feeding Florida with Robin Safley
Feeding Tampa Bay is just one small part of a vast network of food banks feeding struggling American families. And we couldn’t do it without the help of people like […]
Food Pharmacies with Darcy Klempner
Imagine if instead of shaming you for your diet, your doctor sent you home with bags of delicious, healthy food. Well that’s the reality at Tampa Family Health Centers, where […]
Happiness for Humans with Keri Higgins Bigelow
Keri is an entrepreneur with a heart of gold, who for the past 11 years has been helping companies around Tampa Bay create an environment that their employees can feel […]
Faith & Feeding with Jeff Darrey
Some people find a mission in life, and rather than waiting until everything falls into place, they start placing everything that’s needed on their own. For years our guest and […]
Season 2 Promo
As Summer becomes Fall, we’re also moving into a new season on Stick A Fork In It! We’re thrilled with the repertoire of exciting guests we’ve had on the show […]
Healthy Helpings with Rick Bennett
We’re so lucky to have amazing partners like Florida Blue, with wonderful folks like Rick Bennett who sit on our board. Rick joins us on this episode to discuss the […]
Park, Walk and Talk with Chief Dan Slaughter
On this week’s episode we welcome Chief Dan Slaughter of the Clearwater Police Department to the warehouse. We talk about all the ways that law enforcement helps us run our […]
Power Couple 101 with Marie & Tim Everitt
What is a power couple? One that changes the lives of millions of people side by side with Feeding Tampa Bay. On today’s episode we introduce you to board member […]
On the Front Lines with Keri Eisenbeis
The unsung heroes amidst the pandemic are our healthcare workers, many behind the scenes. Joining us is VP of Government and Community Relations for BayCare, Keri Eisenbeis, discussing Covid from […]
Weather-Geeking with Denis Phillips
Let’s start with Rule #7 because it’s that time of year and EVERYbody’s favorite meteorologist, Denis Phillips is here to talk hurricane season. With the country still struggling under the […]
Pandemics and Protests with J.J. Burton
One of our local faves and we know yours too, JJ Burton of ABC Action News joins us safely via Zoom to discuss reporting in a time of pandemic and […]
Helping hARTs with Senator Jeff Brandes
With Florida Senator Jeff Brandes philanthropy is a family affair. Not only has he brought his kids to volunteer at our Pinellas mega pantry over the few past months but […]
Publix - Brian West
Can somebody explain where all the TP went? We have the guy. Brian West and Publix has been an avid supporter of Feeding Tampa Bay and the food banks in […]
Matt & Shannon - End of May Check-In
After a short break we are back with our hosts Matt Spence and Shannon Hannon-Oliviero, filling you in on the exciting news and updates coming out of Feeding Tampa Bay. […]
ABC Action News - Sean Daly
If you don’t know Sean Daly, where have you been? Listen in and enjoy the lovefest because we’re not sure who appreciates who more. You’ll shed a tear or two, […]
Team Rubicon - Chris Brewer
Founded by military veterans, Team Rubicon began working in disaster relief in 2010, and has been growing as an elite response team ever since. In the wake of the Covid-19 […]
Hillsborough County School Board - Cindy Stuart
Cindy Stuart, the HCSB Member for District 3, fills us in on how students and families are handling the new virtual schooling program, and how schools are continuing to feed […]
Rays & Rowdies - Jenn Tran
In this time of crisis sports teams are on the bench but they are knocking it out of the park to help the community! We are thrilled to introduce you […]
Guest Check-In - Chef Rachel Bennett
Life has changed for all of us, especially those working in the hospitality industry. One hard working and innovative thought leader came to mind, our friend Chef Rachel Bennett of […]
Coronavirus PSA - Help During Hard Times (ft. Thomas Mantz)
Crisis has hit Tampa Bay, our country and world. On this special edition our President and CEO, Thomas Mantz, joins us to explain how we’re continuing to serve our community. […]
Time, Talent & Treasure with Roberto Torres
Watching someone succeed is inspiring and motivating for many, and Roberto Torres is the man to watch in Tampa Bay. An entrepreneur with a passion for giving his time, talent […]
In the Margins with Ernest Hooper
Ernest Hooper, formerly a reporter and columnist for the Tampa Bay Times for 27 years, now sits at the communications helm for the American Cancer Society. “Hoop” is a name […]
Food & Fitness with Chef Rachel Bennett)
At just 30 years old Chef Rachel Bennett has already held the position of Executive Chef at multiple high-end restaurants here in Tampa Bay, and received a coveted nomination for […]
Flavor & Philanthropy with Ian Beckles
The true “Flavor of Tampa Bay” radio host, deejay, social influencer, father of three and expert foodie, Ian Beckles began making our area his home by playing 7 seasons with […]
It Begins - Intro
Stick A Fork In It is a show about the incredible work being done in Tampa Bay and its surrounding counties to help residents who struggle with food and financial […]