Defining moments are those times in our lives that are so powerfully memorable that they impact us forever. It's been 2 years since Shannon recorded a podcast episode, and this is her comeback as she talks about the defining moments in her life that still impact her today. From the life-long question, "What's wrong with your face?" to the moment someone told her she was talented, Shannon remembers those defining moments as the fuel that drove her to a life of contentment.

It's been a year since Shannon recorded a podcast episode and she's back with guest, Sheila Dills, state representative for Oklahoma, who tells the story of finding her way back in the kitchen after becoming widowed during the pandemic.

Shannon visits with Amber Day, as she tells stories of her travels to 29 countries in one year. Their friendship began on Facebook when Amber made a unique request for the perfect cornbread stuffing. It led to meeting up a few months later in India, the last country on Amber's adventure.

Shannon and her British bestie, Rachael became fast friends in India, and have traveled together around the world, eating their way through every city, and ordering Rachael's favorite cocktail, Sex On The Beach.

After eating an Indian feast, Shannon and Andrea quiz their doctor friend who grew up in a hotel in India before choosing to practice medicine in Oklahoma. The hospitality of the Indian culture comes through at the end of the interview when Shannon receives a special gift on her doorstep.

Although her first time to India began in the dead of night with nowhere to go, Shannon soon developed her love affair for the food, colors, and people in India. She returned two more times, learning more about the food and culture, while staying in historic hotels with the most unique hospitality she has ever experienced.

Shannon and her friends Kim and Andrea have been traveling together for nearly twenty years. Twice they decided to take all the kids. Whiplash and a lost retainer were part of the adventures. They give advice on traveling with their kids both as a group, and alone with Mom.

Shannon chats with her favorite Colorado residents, Mitchel and Carli about their favorite things to do in the land of blue skies and adventure.

Shannon and co-host, Andrea share stories of family vacations, from fishing in a lightening storm to frozen ham sandwiches.

Shannon’s longtime friend, Andrea recalls how she met Shannon, and was invited to Breakfast At Wimbledon. Shannon tells the story of visiting southeast Asia at the beginning of the Coronavirus scare, and her first taste of Birdsnest Soup.

Join Shannon Smith, chef and world traveler, as she inspires you to experience the world with a spoon and fork in your hand. She’ll share stories about the people she’s met and unexpected encounters along the way. She’ll talk with chefs, travel experts, and friends from all over the globe who share her love of tasting the world.