Penne for Your Thoughts is a savory blend of conversation, culture, and cuisine. Each episode serves up a fresh helping of food-centered storytelling, from hidden gems and hometown favorites to the meals that made us who we are. Hosted with humor and heart, our show is a pasta-powered journey through memories, interviews, and the dishes that spark dialogue. Come for the carbs, stay for the conversation.

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Matthew and Megan discussed their recent trip to Truckee, California, highlighting their visit to Pistol House for a meatloaf sandwich and their dining experiences in Reno and Truckee, including Great Basin Brewing and Old Town Tap Room. They also shared their experiences at local restaurants in St. Petersburg, such as Bo and Mo&#39;s and The Scott, and their attendance at a Rowdies soccer game. Megan mentioned her new healthcare routine involving exercise and lemon water. They also touched on their plans for upcoming travel, including a trip to Raleigh for the Fourth of July. The conversation revolves around personal anecdotes and travel plans. They recount a story about buying popcorn from Cub Scouts and a friend&#39;s encounter with a homeless person using Venmo. They discuss upcoming trips to New York, California, and Denver, mentioning a vegan Mexican restaurant and a Thai diner in New York. They also talk about a friend&#39;s trip to Finland and the idea of maintaining a &#34;friend calendar&#34; to keep track of travel plans. The discussion concludes with mentioning a low-key weekend.

Denver, Lataid, and Grandma's Recipes

Matthew and Megan discussed their recent trip to Truckee, California, highlighting their visit to Pistol House for a meatloaf sandwich and their dining experiences in Reno and Truckee, including Great Basin Brewing and Old Town Tap Room. They also shared their experiences at local restaurants in St. Petersburg, such as Bo and Mo&#39;s and The Scott, and their attendance at a Rowdies soccer game. Megan mentioned her new healthcare routine involving exercise and lemon water. They also touched on their plans for upcoming travel, including a trip to Raleigh for the Fourth of July. The conversation revolves around personal anecdotes and travel plans. They recount a story about buying popcorn from Cub Scouts and a friend&#39;s encounter with a homeless person using Venmo. They discuss upcoming trips to New York, California, and Denver, mentioning a vegan Mexican restaurant and a Thai diner in New York. They also talk about a friend&#39;s trip to Finland and the idea of maintaining a &#34;friend calendar&#34; to keep track of travel plans. The discussion concludes with mentioning a low-key weekend.

Denver, Lactaid, and Grandma's Recipes

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Come Back and Join us for another Round of Penne for your thoughts! New Mics, Technical difficulties, but thats a part of the journey! More soon!

We Got the Town Gossip

Episode 2: Boise, Illinois, St Pete, "Don't Say her real name"

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Pilot Episode – “A Seat at the Table”In our very first episode, Megan and Matthew set the table for what’s to come — swapping stories about the meals that made them, the restaurants they can’t stop thinking about, and why food is the perfect conversation starter. From comfort carbs to culinary curveballs, this is where the journey begins. Pull up a chair and dig in. Edited by Samuel DotyProduced by Kr38iv Creative LLCProduced by John Michael Hines

Pilot Episode – “A Seat at the Table”

Food for Thought, Served with Sauce

Penne for Your Thoughts is a food-forward podcast that explores the personal stories, cultural traditions, and meaningful moments behind what we eat. Join us each week as we dish out heartfelt conversations with chefs, creators, and everyday eaters about the meals that made them — and the places that serve them. From pasta to pop-ups, family recipes to food trucks, we believe every bite has a backstory.