The Heart of Hospitality: A Mid-Season Reflection with Colleen Silk
In this mid-season recap of Hospitality Bites, host Colleen Silk reflects on the journey so far and the powerful stories shared by her guests. From chefs and entrepreneurs to advocates and storytellers, each conversation highlights courage, resilience, and community within the hospitality industry.
Colleen also opens up about her personal advocacy work—her role as an Ambassador for The Burnt Chef Project, her board seat with CHOW, and her documentary [un]hospitable, which sheds light on the challenges women face in hospitality.
This episode is both a reflection and an invitation: to continue supporting storytelling that breaks down stigmas, fuels empowerment, and builds a stronger, healthier industry.
Key Takeaways
- Hospitality Bites continues to spotlight diverse voices across the industry.
- Courage and resilience are the common threads among guest stories.
- Colleen shares her personal journey and advocacy for mental health.
- The documentary [un]hospitable addresses the challenges faced by women in the hospitality industry.
- Storytelling is a powerful tool for advocacy and empowerment.
- Support is crucial to keep these conversations alive and growing.
- Hospitality is about more than service—it’s about community, wellness, and connection.
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction: The Journey of Hospitality Bites
04:40 – Guest Stories and Common Threads of Courage
06:12 – Colleen’s Personal Journey & Advocacy Work
08:27 – Invitation for Support & Future Endeavors
09:39 – Closing Reflections
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About Hospitality Bites:
Hosted by Colleen Silk, Hospitality Bites is an honest and restorative space for voices within the hospitality industry. More than just a podcast, it serves as a storytelling platform for changemakers, risk-takers, and hospitality professionals who are approaching their work in innovative ways. Each episode features guests ranging from chefs to advocates and media personalities, focusing on mental and physical health, personal experiences, and the realities of thriving in the hospitality industry and beyond.
New episodes of Hospitality Bites drop every Monday, now proudly under the Walk-In Talk Media umbrella.
Watch the full episode on YouTube the following week.
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