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The Confidence To Cook: The Mix at Columbus State Community College
Episode 177
Monday, 2 November, 2026
Are you curious about culinary classes, hands-on cooking, or community outreach at Columbus State? Learn more in this episode.This episode of "Looking Forward Our Way" features Tommy Tucker, coordinator of the School of Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts at Columbus State Community College. Recorded on-site at Mitchell Hall, our discussion explores The Mix, the college’s innovative culinary outreach program designed to make cooking accessible, fun, and confidence-building for the community. You'll hear insights into Tommy’s journey, the creation of The Mix, its role in community and workforce development, and practical tips for beginner cooks. Perfect for adults interested in enhancing their kitchen skills or exploring new culinary adventures.If you like this episode, please let us know. We appreciate the feed back, and your support of offset costs of producing the podcast!What You’ll Learn:The origins and mission of The Mix at Columbus State Community College (08:38)How classes are structured for every skill level, with emphasis on confidence-building (11:42)Insights on workforce development through hospitality management and culinary arts (14:33)What to expect in hands-on and demonstration classes, plus adapting skills from the classroom to your home kitchen (19:21)BONUS!!! Tommy’s top tip for making perfect scrambled eggs at home (40:03)We would love to hear from you.Give us your feedback, or suggest a topic, by leaving us a voice message.Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com.Find us on Bluesky and Facebook.Please review our podcast on Google!And of course, everything can be found on our website, Looking Forward Our Way.Recorded in Studio C at 511 Studios. A production of Circle 270 Media® Podcast Consultants.https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/Copyright 2026 Carol Ventresca and Brett JohnsonThe views and opinions expressed by the experts interviewed on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or any affiliated organizations. The information provided in these interviews is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to consult with qualified professionals for specific advice or information related to their individual circumstances. The podcast host and producers do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided by the experts interviewed. Listener discretion is advised.
