Uncorking A Story

"Food had controlled me. The grocery store controlled me, restaurants controlled me—and I wanted to break free of that." In this mouth watering episode, Mike Carlon uncorks the story of Jared Gleaton, a nationally certified school psychologist and captivating food critic. Jared takes us on a fascinating journey from his early social media food reviews to his dramatic mental and physical transformation. His book, A Feast for the Senses: The Psychological Art of Eating Well, explores the intersection of psychology and food. Through deep self-reflection, Jared unpacks the emotional triggers behind overeating and how he regained control of his life by redefining his relationship with food. Tune in to hear Jared’s powerful story of weight loss, self-discovery, and the importance of savoring both food and life. Key Themes The Power of Detailed Food Reviews: Jared discusses how his frustration with shallow restaurant reviews led him to create vivid, immersive descriptions that engage all the senses. His goal? To