When you show up with love and aim only to give of yourself, everyone you interact with can feel it.Carla Hall has led a life and a career filled with zigs and zags. The two-time Top Chef contestant and current cooking contributor for Good Morning America went from accountant, to model, to author, to chef. She has done it all and shown up with love at every opportunity. She’s living proof that when you make decisions out of love—both for yourself and others—even your falls can be beautiful.This is… A Bit of Optimism.For more on Carla and her work, check out:https://www.carlahall.com/https://linktr.ee/carlahall 

Chef Jet Tila returns to take Thanksgiving calls, Dan Pashman constructs the ultimate plate, Rossi Anastopoulo reveals the secret history of pie in America, Milk Street team gives mashed potatoes a makeover, and Jacques Pépin shares his Thanksgiving plans.

Exploring personal growth through overcoming insecurities, manifesting desires, and embracing inner power. The podcast delves into the power of authentic self-discovery, starting the day right, and the journey towards personal evolution. From theater experiences to spiritual awakenings, the narrative highlights the importance of connecting with inner wisdom and owning one's worth.

In this engaging conversation, chef Carla Hall shares her mission to reshape the perception of soul food, emphasizing healthier and innovative takes. She delves into the cultural significance of soul food and its evolution, especially during the Great Migration. Topics also include cooking with cannabis, likening its growing culinary acceptance to cocktail culture. Listeners are treated to insights on culinary techniques, from mastering eggs to creating flavorful dishes, alongside a recipe for delicious sweet fresh corn pudding.

Rainn Wilson, Carla Hall, and Michael B. Beckwith discuss exploring spirituality, shadow work, navigating life challenges, reincarnation, speaking one's truth, astrology, and embracing spiritual growth. The episode aims to inspire listeners on their journey of self-discovery and personal development.