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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.

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Phillip Gardner: Danville Public Schools

September 14, 2020 • Ariel D. Smith • Season 2 • Episode 15

Today is a rewind episode where I talk with Phillip Gardner, Director of Child Nutrition Services for Danville Public Schools.

The pandemic has changed a lot about school, including the guarantee of a meal for many students across the country during the school year. According to the USDA at the time of the original release last year 22 million children in the US receive free or reduced lunch. This number is possibly higher given our current circumstances. More schools have decided to use their buses as a way to deliver lunches to students while schools are virtually or remote learning. This episode is dedicated to a school system with a food truck at their disposal to serve not only students but the community as well.

Over the past 5 years, I’ve learned a lot about what makes a good food truck stand out among the rest. I took 8 of those key concepts and created a book where I could have curbside conversations with each of you about them. This book is not only digestible and not designed to overwhelm you, but also propels you into action. You can purchase Before You Launch A Food Truck TODAY at TheFoodTruckScholar.com/shop in paperback and ebook format as well as on Amazon.