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Behind the Meal

Hosted by Dave Colling · business · EN-US

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About this Podcast:

Behind the Meal offers an in-depth look at the diverse Meals on Wheels programs that serve communities across the United States. Through engaging interviews, we explore the challenges and successes of each program, highlighting their unique approaches to serving their local populations. We delve into the critical role these programs play in providing not only nutritious meals, but also essential social connection and support to seniors and individuals in need. Join us as we uncover the heartwarming stories and unwavering dedication behind every delivered meal.

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30%

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Selective

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What is Behind the Meal about?

Behind the Meal offers an in-depth look at the diverse Meals on Wheels programs that serve communities across the United States. Through engaging interviews, we explore the challenges and successes of each program, highlighting their unique approaches to serving their local populations.

Who hosts Behind the Meal?

Behind the Meal is hosted by Dave Colling. The show has published 23 episodes to date.

What has Behind the Meal covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada" (28 July 2026, 31 minutes), "Meals on Wheels of Boulder" (1 July 2026, 37 minutes), and "Southern Maine Agency on Aging" (8 June 2026, 37 minutes).

How often does Behind the Meal publish?

Behind the Meal publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 36 minutes across 23 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Behind the Meal?

Booking probability for Behind the Meal is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Behind the Meal requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Behind the Meal's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Behind the Meal?

The strongest fits for Behind the Meal are Food Banks, Shelters & Relief. Behind the Meal has a business audience.

About the host

Dave Colling hosts Behind the Meal, a business podcast with 23 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Jul 28, 202631 minS2

    Sue Kurland is the Vice President of Food Service at Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada. She’s on the front lines of tackling senior hunger and food insecurity, and she’s here to take us behind the scenes of their...

  • Jul 1, 202637 minS2

    Today on Behind the Meal , we are thrilled to welcome Shoshana Fanizza, the Development and Marketing Director for Meals on Wheels of Boulder. Shoshana joins us to share how her team delivers independent...

  • Jun 8, 202637 minS2

    <p>I'll be speaking with Ashley Perrone. Ashley is with The Southern Maine Agency on Aging. We’ll talk about the work of her Triple A beyond just their home delivered meals, their large network of delivery points, and...

  • May 19, 202643 minS1

    <p>Today we have a special edition of Behind the Meal, I’ll be speaking with Amelia Kurtz - Senior Director, Membership at Meals on Wheels America and Chris Culak from Texas VNA and board member for Meals on Wheels...

  • May 4, 202642 minS2

    <p>Today we're joined by Linda Paetz. Kitchen Director. for Mobile Meals of Toledo, with her unique background that blends a degree in social work and culinary training she overseas the production of hundreds of...

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  • Apr 20, 202641 minS2

    <p>Today I'll speak with Jimmy Golding, the Executive Director of Meals on Wheels for Summit, Utah, and Wasatch counties. With a career dedicated to community service and social impact, Jimmy oversees a vital operation...

  • Feb 10, 202631 minS2

    <p>On this episode we'll talk to Jeff Wyatt, the Senior Services Director at SEMCAC, South East Minnesota Community Action Council who oversees an expansive nutrition and support network across eleven counties in...

  • Dec 16, 202534 minS1

    <p>Today, I'll be talking to Heather deJong, Director of Advancement and Engagement for Meals on Wheels of Ocean County in New Jersey.</p><p>We’ll learn how her program serves over 1,000 seniors daily, the challenges of...

  • Dec 3, 202536 minS1

    <p>In this episode we'll talk to Tyler Amundson, Director of Mission and Development at Allies in Aging. Tyler was Executive Director for Big Sky Senior Services before their recent merger with Allies in Aging, where he...

  • Nov 18, 202540 minS1

    <p>Today we have a twofer. I’ll be speaking with Feleen Nancarvis and Brandon Pizzola from Lancaster PA about the ups and owns and life at Meals on Wheels, funding, volunteers, kitchen operations, and the reasons we do...

  • Nov 3, 202542 minS1

    <p>Today, we welcome Steve King, the CEO of Meals on Wheels of Tampa. Steve is one of the Tampa Bay area's most respected nonprofit leaders, recently recognized as an Apogee Award Winner for large nonprofit CEO of the...

  • Oct 13, 202530 minS1

    <p>Todays episode is with Suzzette Jarman of Meals on Wheels in Orange County North Carolina, we’ll be discussing community partnerships, the changes that came about after COVID and the challenges of...

  • Sep 29, 202535 minS1

    <p>In this episode, I'll talk to Andrea Proulx Buinicki, the Chief Executive Officer at Meals on Wheels for Northern Illinois, which serves suburban Chicago. We’ll be talking about the kind of impact Meals on Wheels can...

  • Aug 19, 202539 minS1

    <p>In this episode, I'll talk to Suzanne Washington the CEO of Meals on Wheels People, which serves counties in 2 states, Oregon and Washington. We’ll be talking about the need to be flexible, understanding the needs of...

  • Aug 4, 202545 minS0

    <p>Today we have Debbie Sprouse the Executive Director of Asheville and Buncombe County Meals on Wheels in North Carolina. She has been with the program for over 10 years in different roles and served in her current...

  • Jul 23, 202536 minS1

    <p>On this episode I’ll be talking with Chris Culak, Vice President of Development and Strategy at Visiting Nurse Association of Texas, VNA oversees the Meals on Wheels program for Dallas County Texas. We’ll discuss the...

  • Jul 7, 202542 minS1

    <p>On this episode of Behind the Meal, I talk to Rich Zeck, Executive Director of the Pitt County Council on Aging in Greenville North Carolina. We’ll discuss some of the challenges they face that hit very close to home...

  • Jun 22, 202533 minS1

    <p>Today, we're joined by Jennifer Kanney-Beebe, Director of Home and Community Based Services at Vantage, overseeing Meals on Wheels Northeast Ohio. Her background as a licensed Social Worker and licensed Professional...

  • Jun 9, 202541 minS0

    <p>This episode of Behind the Meal we'll meet Beth Shapiro from Citymeals on Wheels in New York City. Citymeals on Wheels serves one of the densest populated areas in the country, which also happens to be one of the...

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