Eat the Damn Bread
Episodes
092: Seduction as a Lifestyle, How to Invite Pleasure Into Your Everyday
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, let's talk about seduction,not romance, but the art of inviting yourself back into your own life. In this episode, I'm sharing how slowi...
091: Why You Should Live an Unreasonable Life
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week let's talk about why being reasonable is the worst advice we've ever been given. In this episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the trap ...
090: The Secret Life of a Lady Who Lunches
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join me in Provence, France summer 2026: https://www.thecuratedretreat.com/provence To me, being a lady who lunches has always felt like an invitation...
089: France's Quiet Luxury You Didn't Know You Needed
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In France, life is designed around something called the third space — places that are neither home nor work, but hold community, creativity, and joy...
088: The Elegant No, How to Set Boundaries Without Ever Saying No
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luxury isn't about saying yes to everything. It isn't the crowded calendar, the endless obligations, or the forced commitments that leave you drained....
087: The New Luxury: Quiet, Immersive Travel
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luxury isn't about excess anymore. It isn't the jam-packed itineraries, the bursting closets, or the endless noise. The new luxury is about sanctuary,...
086: The Art of Self-Care While Traveling
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Self care while traveling isn't just about bubble baths and beauty products. This is about reclaiming your presence even while in motion. Whether you'...
085: Skip Paris and Visit St. Paul de Vence, France
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, I'm taking you beyond the City of Light and into the sun-drenched hills of the South of France to one of the mo...
084: Land Softly, The Jet Lag Cure I Swear By
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm sharing my secret to beating jet lag — and no, it's not what you think. Forget the sleep supplements and cold showers. The real...
083: The Art of Packing Less But Traveling with More
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's be real, overpacking is a symptom of overthinking and a scarcity mindset. In this week's episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to pack like e...
082: The Soft Start — How To Travel Without Stress or Scramble
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if your travel day didn't feel like a marathon? What if it set the tone for ease, presence, and pleasure? In this episode, I am sharing my signa...
081: Skip Paris and Visit Gordes, France
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we're trading the hustle of the Champs-Élysées for the hush of honey-colored stone and sunlit terraces. In this episode of our "Skip P...
080: 10 Ways to Fall in Love With Your City Again (No Plane Ticket Required)
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if I told you that the secret to living well and feeling more alive might just be around the corner? Literally... In this episode of Eat the Damn...
079: With Joy, From Lisbon
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When life in New York began to feel more like a checklist than a life, Hiwote knew something had to change she just didn't expect that following a qui...
078: French Decisions: Living Well, The French Way
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Colet invites you to rethink what it truly means to live well — not as a destination you hustle toward, but as an everyday practice infus...
077: From The Bay to the 18th: A Luxe Blueprint for Black Women Living Boldly and Embracing Ease Abroad
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Colet sits down with Latrice, founder of Paris Chic Code, a bespoke lifestyle consulting service that helps individuals and families transi...
076: Finding Joy: Unlocking the Secrets to a Life Filled with Joie de Vivre
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 'Eat the Damn Bread' podcast, Colet dives deep into the French lifestyle concept of 'joie de vivre,' or the joy of living. Tu...
075: An Elegant Approach To Spring Cleaning
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the 'Eat the Damn Bread,' we are embracing spring cleaning not just as a seasonal activity for organizing your physical spaces but ...
074: Chasing Dreams and Crafting Legacy, Lessons from The Palace of Versailles
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we're whisking away to France's opulent treasure trove, the Palace of Versailles, where every corridor whispers tales of grandeur and wisdom...
073: New York to Provence: Exploring a New Direction
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we embark on a captivating journey with Kathleen Grace, tracing her path from the bustling streets of New York to the serene landscapes of ...
072: Embrace Your Inner Josephine Baker: 4 Ways to Infuse Joy into Your Life
06 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week we take an inspirational look at the life and legacy of Josephine Baker. We discuss Josephine's journey from humble beginnings in the U.S. t...
071: Immerse in Provence's Allure with Cynthia Moos of Best French Forever
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to embark on a journey to Provence, where the sun-kissed landscapes, rich traditions, and artisanal wonders await! In the latest episode o...
070: How You Can Create Authentic Connections to Navigate Any Social Scene (Lessons I Learned in France)
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Creating connections, especially as a full on adult, can be more difficult than most people realize. However, I've learned over the years that the onl...
069: What to Do When You Lack Inspiration (Lessons I Learned in France)
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Inspiration is one of the keys to living a joy-filled life! The problem is that we don't always feel inspired. But fact is... the reason we aren't ab...
068: The Case for Pajamas
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, this week we are talking all about why you need to be wearing proper pajamas to bed, and it is not just in case you meet someone cute in your dre...
067: Skip Paris and Visit Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who wouldn't want to spend time at a place called the "Peninsula of Billionaires?" We thought as much! That's why we're chatting about the exclusiv...
066: Why You Need a Snackable Lifestyle
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who doesn't love a snack, right?! So why not lean into a "snackable lifestyle?" I know one of my favorite ways to do just that...mid workday facials...
065: How Simplicity Can Trigger More Bliss in Your Life (Lessons I Learned in France)
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's the first Tuesday of a new month, which means that it is time to share one of the many lessons I've learned from spending time in France! This...
064: How to Turn Your Home Into the Ritz Carlton
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
"Your home should be your sanctuary, the thing that rises up to meet you." Oprah I've snagged a few great lessons from Oprah over the years and one...
063: Skip Paris and Visit Menton, France
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paris is like that homecoming queen in the 90s teen movies. You know the one that gets all the attention from all the guys, the girls envy her fashion...
062: Why "Daycations" Are Where It's at in 2022
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We are pretty obsessed with the 'daycation' situation that will be happening all 2022 (and beyond) for us! And we think you should make it happen too!...
061: Lessons I Learned in France (Embracing the Imperfections)
04 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the inaugural episode of our new monthly series for 2022, Lessons I Learned in France! Tune in every first Tuesday of the month as I (Colet...
060: The Secrets to Tablescaping That You Won't Learn on Instagram
21 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Setting a beautiful and luxurious table, at anytime, but particularly during the holidays...I believe, is an act of love and takes just a bit of visi...
059: Why Not Require Luxury in Your Life?
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We have always been made to believe that luxury was unattainable. It was made to seem as something that was exclusive and rare. But that is really not...
058: Celebrating...Without Food?!
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Look, I consider myself a foodie just like the next person, but let me tell you... There is a point where you can indeed become maxed out on eating! E...
057: Ditch the Holiday Gifting This Season and Start To Create Real Memories
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Newsflash…it's Baby Jesus' birthday…not yours! Okay, it's true. Gifting can be symbolic of the birth of Jesus, but let's be honest, that isn't ...
056: How to Avoid Holiday Burnout and Actually Enjoy the Holiday Season
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Yes, it is indeed November. Yes, we are officially in the holiday season… But, our question to you...does it really have to be the "happiest" time o...
055: Why You Should Become Ritualistic
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Most of us live our lives like some people live paycheck to paycheck. It's time to cut that out and this week Colet dives into just how! There is a k...
054: You Should Have This Rendezvous At Least Once A Year
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is nothing wrong with a secret rendzvous once in a while...especially when you need to spark a fire...within yourself that is! Hang with Colet o...
053: How 'Dead Butt Syndrome' Is Costing You Your Dreams
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been scammed! Duped! Hoodwinked! At some point or another we've all been sold this idea that you only get one chance to live full out. ...
052: Embracing the Seasons to Create More Joy in Your Life
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ever have that feeling like you just can't keep up with life? Like you are tired and can never catch your next wind? Yeah, I hear ya! That is why w...
051: How Traveling to France Could Make You Healthier and Happier
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you hold on to your vacation days and paid time off like it is a badge of honor? Most Americans do and we're talking about why it's time to make th...
050: The Art of Entertaining
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
True entertaining is slowly becoming a lost art. In episode 50 of the Eat the Damn Bread podcast we explore the origins of the traditional and "proper...
049: 5 Ways to Adopt the French Lifestyle No Matter Where You Live
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ah! Croissants without the pants needing to be altered, the endless lunches accompanied by a glass a wine (without the judgmental stares) and strolls ...
048: The Magic of the French Riviera
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you dreaming of visiting the French Riviera, but not quite sure it should be your first stop in France? This is the episode for you! In this ep...
047: HGTV's Adrian Leeds on Finding French Property the American Way & Her 27 Year Adventure Living in France
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Adrian Leeds is the highly sought after French real estate property advisor for Americans wanting to own their own piece of heaven in France! As th...
046: French Is Beautiful: Musings of French Life, Language and Culture with Carrie Anne James
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Carrie Anne James, French coach extraordinaire, is an American expat who has found her own version of l'art de vivre after 6 years of living in and so...
045: Faux Pas and Rookie Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting France
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
France boasts some "not to be missed" attractions and offers a hosts of "once-in-a-lifetime" moments waiting to be had! But, if you go without arming ...
044: The Art of Slow Travel
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Art of Slow travel is this week's topic here on the Eat the Damn Bread podcast! With travel becoming more of a reality, it is the perfect time to ...
043: The Art of Slow Living
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Eat the Damn Bread podcast, Colet is back with a solocast deep diving into the concept of slow living! This concept is very much...
042: Everyday Joie de Vivre with Yanique Francis of My Parisian Life
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the Eat the Damn Bread podcast Colet talks with our guest, Yanique Francis, modern-day Parisienne and creative director behind the lauded...
041: 3 Things Not to Do After Returning Back to Life Post-Pandemic
01 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The grand re-opening of the world here in 2021 has been compared to that of the 1920s. You know, the time of the Harlem Renaissance and Gatsbyesque de...
040: Lessons from the French Kitchen that Apply to Everyday Life
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a foodie?! I hear ya, me too, but let me tell you something…you can get soooo much more than a great recipe and a fine dining experience fro...
039: How Truly Enjoying Your Food Can Help You Quit Dieting with Caitlin Ball
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you tired of the ping pong game you've been playing with your weight? Sick of going out with friends and being the only one not "indulging" becaus...
038: Strengthening Your Relationship Through Courageous Communication with Theora Moench
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 38 of Eat the Damn Bread we speak with Theora Moench, Conscious Dating & Relationship Coach, about the many dimensions of communication and...
037: Why You Need to Start Giving a Damn with Mark Lewis
06 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On episode 37 we talk to Mark Lewis, author of Give a Damn: The Ticket to Cultural Change. It was a great conversation where we discuss: — how tec...
036: Creating a Sustainable Fitness Routine for Your Lifestyle with Jess Schuster
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Eat the Damn Bread we chat with Jess Schuster, certified personal trainer, all about what it takes to really create a sustainable and ...
035: How French Women Bullied Me Into Becoming Healthier
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are 3 things that the French get right and Americans get wrong when it comes to living a healthy life, and that is what we are discussing in thi...
034: How to Romanticize Your Life and Find Beauty in the Mundane
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss romanticizing your life in this week's episode. We are going to touch on taking your life from the ho-hum of being frustrated and uninspire...
033: Why We Really Procrastinate and How to Just Get Sh*t Done with Vikki Louise
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Become a friend of the show! CLICK HERE In this week's Eat the Damn Bread podcast episode we're talking Vickii Louise about procrastination and common...
032: The Lifestyle of Faith: The Millennial Approach to Your Grandma's Religion with April Jarrett
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
BECOME A FRIEND OF THE SHOW! (Why not? It's complimentary) Click here to get the up leveled show content and exclusive offers! Saints, ain'ts and in ...
031: Your Mess is Your Message: Finding Purpose in Your Problems with Adele Wang
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Your purpose is right in front of you and it's typically disguised in the form of your problems, this is why "Your mess is your message," says our gue...
030: Identifying Your Travel Style To Make The Most Out of Your Next Adventure
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Eat the Damn Bread we talk travel with Angela, a custom vacation designer and the founder of Wild Hair Travels. Helping busy professional...
029: Failure Is Not Final- Finding Purpose & Taking Action In Your Life
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week are in conversation with Craig Chavez Jr., author of Burdens of A Dream. Craig is an award-winning author an interdisciplinary coach, and h...
028: The Exercise Obsession
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There is a lot of pressure to look a particular way, aesthetically. That pressure can come from things we have conjured up in our heads as a result ...
027: You Should Stop Exercising and Do This
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode of Eat the Damn Bread we talk to body movement specialist, Janis Isaman. This is an excellent episode if you are bored of you...
026: How the Nordic Way of Life May Make You Happier
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode of 2021, and from the return of our winter hibernation, we are seeking to understand why the Danish have been labeled as the happ...
025: Why You Should Get More Sleep and How To Do It with Abby DesJardien
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, we talk with Abby DesJardien. Abby classifies herself as a recovering workaholic, and insomniac, and now, wel...
024: Wine, Cheese and Chocolatines
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, we chat with American and self proclaimed to Toulousaine, Jessica Hammer, of Taste of Toulouse. Jessica grew up...
023: Taking the snobbery out of wine with Caroline Conner
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week on the podcast we are connecting with Caroline Conner better know as Wine Dine Caroline! Caroline is an American-British wine expert and edu...
022: How to Dress Like a Parisian, Effortlessly
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, I discuss and (semi-review) the book, Parisian Chic-Encore, by the fashion icon and former model, Inès de la F...
021: Take Me To Paris with Leah Walker
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Leah Walker joins me on this episode to discuss her life and take on living in Paris as an American expat. During this episode we dive into: - How...
020: What to Do on the French Riviera If It's Your First Visit
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For the first episode in French travel mini-series and in celebration of France's Bastille Day 2020 celebrations, I am talking to budding Instagram Tr...
019: Girl, You Asked For It with Becky Mollenkamp
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Okay, so we have all been there. We have a goal we want to reach, and then once we reach it we are scared out of our minds! We actually have to perf...
018: Life in Pictures with Claire Eyos
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Claire of, Claire Eyos Photography, joins us to talk about travel photography in France. We discuss why you should, and how to, hire a photographer ...
017: All About Wine with Girl Meets Glass
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are transported to the French wine scene courtesy of, Tanisha Townsend, otherwise known as Girl Meets Glass! Tanisha is the Chief W...
016: Acts of Self Care
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Eat the Damn Bread we talk with self-care expert, Kelly Newsome Georges, of Ritual Care. We also dive into the misconceptions of se...
015: What is the Autoimmune Protocol
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Health and nutrition are always top priority in my book, and I many of us are especially considerate of it during the current COVID-19 crisis, as ever...
014: Get Your Own Business to Mind...
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
014: Get Your Own Business Ever get frustrated and try to figure out how to actually reach that "crazy" goal you have but everybody or everything that...
013: A Retreat or Vacation
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the states, vacation and holiday time can be limited, and therefore selecting how you spend this time is a high priority, and getting it right is c...
012: Why You and Sugar Should Call it Quits with Mike Collins
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Collins is the founder of SugarAddiction.com and a Board Chairman of Food Addiction Institute. He has been completely sugar-free for over 30 y...
010: Making Life Elegant in the Mundane
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Let me say that this topic is definitely on target and today is all about sharing the wellness practices of the French. A lot of these are going to co...
009: How to Navigate the Holiday Season
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This solocast with Colet is all about navigating the holiday season (and beyond) with your health and wellness goals intact. I offer up 5 (plus a bonu...
008: What To Do When You Don't Feel Like Yourself
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode we are talking about what to do when you don't quite feel like yourself. We will discuss specific steps you can take to get back t...
007: How to Live Your Dream in France with Christine Camm
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
True Francophile, Christine Camm, chats with me about how to live your dream and find and use your voice in a world that originally would not listen. ...
006: Creating a Beautiful Home Inspired by Authentic Travel with Carmen Darwin
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Native Australian, Carmen Darwin, chats with us about how one trip to Italy sparked a massive change in the direction of her life and business and how...
005: How to Make Time for Your Health When There's No Time to Spare
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It can be tough, daunting to think about actually. What's that? Your health and actually making time to put it at the forefront. Well, I have a soluti...
004: The Secrets to Keeping Your Relationship Sizzling When You Have Kids with Allison Villa
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Allison Villa, a registered psychotherapist, is the relationship whisper for couples who have kids and are finding themselves in a situation where the...
003: Making Travel a Priority with Avid Traveler Harmony Hudgens
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, I speak with avid traveler Harmony Hudgens on: What inspires her love of travel How she makes travel work with...
002: Stress, Trauma + Emotional Release with Molly Murphy Moran
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, I chat with Molly Murphy Moran of Nourish. Molly is a community builder, yoga instructor, holistic health coa...
001: Using International Travel to Unlock Creativity, Intuition + Luck with Leilani Barnett
29 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Eat the Damn Bread, I chat with Leilani Barnett. Leilani is a travel writer, editor, and educator who fuses her passion for writing...
000: Welcome to the Eat the Damn Bread Podcast
28 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What Is Being a Vegan Really Like?
08 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
As a meat-eater I know you have wondered, "why the hell someone would be vegan" and if it is really a healthy option. In this episode I chat with a ve...