Behind the Mic (and the Menus) in Kansas City
From a dreamy Kansas City hotel to a deep conversation on how food labels are fooling us—I’m sharing it all inside this episode.
I’m so excited to finally share this with you!
Recently, I flew out to Kansas City to record a podcast episode that’s truly close to my heart. And let me tell you—this was more than just a quick trip. It turned into an experience I’ll never forget.
First, let’s set the scene:
I stayed at the Inn at Meadowbrook, a dreamy boutique hotel that felt like a secret getaway. Think cozy, stylish, and peaceful—a perfect recharge before recording.
And of course, you know I had to find the clean eats!
I discovered Billie’s Grocery, a local gem packed with real, clean, feel-good food. Their menu made it so easy to stay true to my clean lifestyle, even while traveling. (If you ever visit Kansas City, put Billie’s on your list!)
But the real highlight?
Recording this incredible podcast episode with Liz Wolfe, where we pulled back the curtain on how easily we all get scammed by food labels—even on things like "healthy" snacks, meats, plants, and especially wine. 🍷
Here’s what we dive into:
✨ Why food labels are designed to trick you
✨ How even the most “health-conscious” shoppers are getting fooled
✨ The shocking truths about what’s hidden in your food
✨ How you can beat Big Food—and protect yourself and your family
🎧 Listen to the episode here: LISTEN
You’ll walk away with a new set of eyes for the grocery store—and a little fire under you to demand better from the brands we buy from. 🔥
Also, if you’re not already following along, come hang out with us on Instagram and check out the [Read The Labels Food Scanner app here] —because being informed is your superpower!
Let’s beat Big Food together. 💥
Jen Smiley