The Food Truck Scholar
The Food Truck Scholar Podcast is where food, business, and stories collide. Each episode host and academic scholar Ariel D. Smith peels back the cultural, social, economic, and political layers of the food truck industry. From Food Network contestants and former bank executives to self-trained and formally trained chefs- The Food Truck Scholar Podcast introduces you to entrepreneurs from all walks life that are ready to feed your mind with tips to start your own food truck, stories that fill your heart, and tempting meal options to fill your stomach.
Podcasting since 2019 • 105 episodes
The Food Truck Scholar
Latest Episodes
Cheat Codes to Food Truck Success with Marcus Crawford
ABOUT THE SHOWIt’s been a minute since the last episode dropped, so we are coming in hot!Today’s guest is Marcus Crawford, co founder and co owner of Bro-ritos. Selected by Parade as one of the top Black owned eateries in the...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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28:48
The Gamble of Food Truck Lotteries w/ Jordan Rubin of Mr. Tuna
ABOUT THE SHOWWhile many people love food trucks, it’s important not to romanticize their relationship with residents, urban planners, and city officials. Over the years, I’ve researched cities that haven’t found a way to properly po...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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41:18
The Importance of Written Agreements w/ Attorney Courtney L. Howard
ABOUT THE SHOWI know one of the major takeaways people often get from my show when it comes to starting their food truck is to step out on faith and do it. However, in addition to faith to launch it, you also have to use logic and re...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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35:16
