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.
Episodes
105 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
Creative Hustle w/ Derrick Wood of My BBQ Man
ABOUT THE SHOWFood Truck owners are hustlers who make their dreams happen. Today’s guest is a brother that takes that to the next level. To some on social Derrick Wood is the owner of My B...
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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46:56
Help Patrick Keep Truckin
ABOUT THE SHOWToday I’m giving you a followup episode on a guest that has been a fan favorite since season one. I have always gotten messages and comments from people who have been inspired by the story of Patrick Lanier and wanted t...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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49:01
Leap of Faith from Teacher to Food Trucker w/ Jerm Battles
Today’s episode features an entrepreneur that I met through clubhouse and has now got me ready to come to Florida to try these Henny wings and meet my little internet nephew in person. Jeremy “Jerm” Battles and his wife Kaydian Battles are the ...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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30:59
From Great Resignation to Big Launch w/ Share Cole of Sincere Saints
All of you are part of The Food Truck Scholar no matter if you’re a listener or guest, but I LOVE when listeners become guests! Shae Cole owner of Sincere Saints in Jacksonville, FL is someone that has listened to the show, went through the pro...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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33:10
Season 4 Premiere
I know, y'all been wondering where I've been. Well, I got plenty of updates for you!I'm a moderator for the Food and Business Summit!Join sharp like-minded food truck and restaurant owners to develop an ecosystem for su...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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50:49
New Food Truck Bill Proposed in Georgia: Act NOW!!!!
The Food Truck Association of Georgia is working on a bill to help all food truckers in the state. Call Governor Kemp's office TODAY at 404-656-1776. Share this 5 min episode to all you know. This is HUGE
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Season 3
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7:09
Introducing Keep Truckin University
Hey hey! Happy New Year! Did you miss me?Since 2019, I’ve been asked if I had courses to help food truck owners who were receiving great information from #TFTSPodcast. After studying, building relationships with and visiting over 500 fo...
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Season 3
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4:54
Season 3 Finale: Looking Back and Looking Ahead
About The ShowWell y’all we have come to the season 3 finale…can you believe it?! I have so much gratitude for everything that has happened this season and today I share some of those moments with you. From reflecting on highlights o...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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46:00
Ghost Kitchens & Catering In Pandemic w/ Miles Robbins of FourFortyFour
Today's ShowWithin the past year, I’ve received more questions about catering and ghost kitchens in particular. While experiences may vary by person and location, today’s guest utilized ghost kitchens to stay open at the onset of cov...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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39:27
Apartment Complexes & Food Trucks w/ Francesca Delguidice
We’ve heard all about apartment complexes and residential areas that have invited food trucks out to their properties for their residents during and after the height of the Covid pandemic so it’s great to actually speak to the representative of...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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25:55
Bouncing Back w/ Tonya L. Coleman of Chef TLC
One thing we can all agree on, 2020 changed the world and especially the the food and beverage industry. Food trucks were not immune to that and many questioned if 2021 would a return to the old normal or a continuation of what has become our n...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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38:18
When Customers Become Family w/ Charles Pilot of Fat Charles BBQ
It’s a great day to be from Birmingham, AL because I’m sitting down with one of the hottest food trucks on the area. If you think you got some ride or die customers, I promise Charles Pilot might have you beat. The brother got folks going viral...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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1:01:43
New Orleans Food, Music, and Culture w/ Lamount London
When I’m not talking to food truck owners, I love spending time talking to other food truck foodies. And let’s just say I share similar interests and passions with today’s guest.Lamount London is not only a music artist with a culinary ...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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41:13
Understanding Fraud Protection and Cyberhacking w/ Narissa Saint-Fleur of Impact Island Cafe
As a food truck owner and entrepreneur, scams are everywhere- In person and digital. On Monday, I hosted a free webinar on protecting yourself again in person scams like counterfeit money and quick change schemes through programming led by Regi...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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49:02
Caring for Gluten Free Customers w/ Dr. Devin Miles
The words “vegan,” “plant based” and “dairy free” have become buzz words in the food industry, but they often come with misconceptions about what they are and are not. And furthermore, while many of you have become cognizant of serving your veg...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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53:23
Journey to Food Truck w/ Romeo Calloway of Pop Ups Mobile Kitchen
Today’s guest has been part of The Food Truck Scholar fam for a while, but we finally got the chance to connect, and hopefully soon I can try some of his wings with orange soda sauce!Romeo Calloway is the owner of Pop Ups Mobile Kitchen...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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55:51
Free Webinar October 18th w/ Regions Bank and More Updates!
Less than 10 episodes remain in season 3– can you believe it?!We’ve had some amazing guests on the show this season and still have a few more stories to bring your way, but today, I felt it was important to update you on some exciting n...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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24:12
Return of Da Taco Ladi w/ Asia Iqui of Iqui's Chicken and Tacos
The food truck industry is full of many challenges and losses that aren’t always talked about. But even more important are the ways many are able to rebuild from the ashes. Today’s guest has literally done just that. Asia Iqui is the owner of I...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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23:45
Food Trucks & Oral History w/ Dr. Janis Thiessen of Manitoba Food History Project
Todays guest is a Canadian food historian and academic researcher that is out here living one of my dreams, collecting stories about food in a food truck!Dr. Janis Thiessen is a History Professor at the University of Winnipeg and a princ...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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43:51
Making Childhood Dreams a Reality w/ Jay Wolfe of Thicc Burger
Happy Labor Day!Now some people may like smash burgers that are all nice and thin, but for me, there’s only one way to make a burger- Thicc. Luckily, Jay Wolfe agrees with me and created Thicc Burger, a roaming burger joint that gives e...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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54:45
Building a Brand Before a Food Truck w/ Nadim Sammur of Chef Smoove
Many times when we talk about the food truck journey we focus on going from Truck or trailer to brick and mortar. But what about those who started out as home chefs and caterers who could potentially have a food truck coming to a city near you?...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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52:11
A Taste of N.Y. in the U.K. w/ John Lashley of Brooklyn Brownie Co
The Food Truck Scholar Podcast doesn’t just introduce you to your foodie cousins across the country but your family around the world. From Switzerland to Canada to Australia, the Philippines and everywhere in between folks from all over have be...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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