The Oven Light
The Oven Light
Rick Oleshak & Tricia McNamara
Industrial & artisan baking doesn't have to be so complex. Let the expert team from AB Mauri North America shed some light on ingredients, finished baked goods & everything in between to help you have a successful & fun baking experience.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH
Alastair Brogan, the chieftain of Boulder Spirits and Vapor Distillery in Colorado, joins AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak on the latest episode of ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. In this edition, the duo talks about Top Gun, the Royal Air Force, drinking whiskey with friends – with ice, Scotch eggs, Pinnacle Distillers Yeast, the iconic Red Rocks concert venue and much more. Whether you’re in the office, listening while on a hike or just tuning in during a traffic jam, flip the switch and tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ right now. We hope you enjoy the show.
Feb 22, 2024
29 min
CATCHING UP WITH ‘THE ROOKIE’
Jim Morris, a former major league pitcher and inspiration for the Disney film, ‘The Rookie’, visits with AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak on ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. In this episode, the tandem discusses teamwork, making dreams come true, professional baseball, whether or not a hot dog is a sandwich and much, much more. Wherever you are listening – on a run or on the run – it’s time to flip the switch and tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ today. We’ll see you here!
Jan 25, 2024
22 min
A Crowning Achievement
Crown Bakeries CEO and esteemed baking industry leader Cordia Harrington joins AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak for this new episode of ‘The Oven Light’. In this episode, the duo tackles the future of baking, quick service restaurants, universities in the southeast, travel in Japan, U.S. real estate and much, much more. Wherever you are, take a listen – on the commute, in the office or on a treadmill– and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!
Jan 5, 2024
26 min
Yakety Yakima…Do Talk Back
Haas Hops Midwest Key Account Manager & former Yakima, Washington mayor Micah Cawley joins AB Mauri North America VP of Marketing Rick Oleshak for this episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk brewing. In Episode #25, the combo discusses the beer industry, current fashion and fast cars, being one of the youngest mayors in the United States & more. Take a listen wherever you are – on the road, in the office or on a jog – and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!
Dec 7, 2023
23 min
The Baking Industry Dell-ivers Again
New American Bakers Association President & CEO Eric Dell joins AB Mauri marketing head Rick Oleshak for this episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk hardcore baking. In Episode #24, the duo discusses the state of the union for baking, the convenience and vending industries, top spots for hanging out on a football game weekend in Columbia, South Carolina & more. Take a listen wherever you are – from the car, at the office or on foot – and flip the switch. Tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ & we’ll see you there!
Nov 20, 2023
22 min
Let’s Be Frank
St. Louis Sports Commission chief advisory officer, Frank Viverito, joins ABMNA vice president of marketing, Rick Oleshak, for this episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about how sports and baking intersect…trust us, they really do! Viv goes long (a football reference) into baking during the pandemic, the importance of sportsmanship in athletics and even circus highwire acts on Episode #23. Take a listen from the car, office or on that walk in the crisp Fall weather. Flip the switch & tune in to ‘The Oven Light’ today!
Nov 14, 2023
33 min
EP22 - THAT'S THE SPIRIT
Long-time AB Mauri and AB Biotek senior vice president, Greg Strauss, joins ABMNA vice president of marketing, Rick Oleshak, on this exciting episode of ‘The Oven Light’ to talk about the wonderful world of yeast…outside of baking. Greg goes deep into the consumer alcohol space, his background at Coca-Cola, inspiration from past business leaders, music & more on Episode #22. Have a listen wherever you are and enjoy. Flip the switch & tune in to ‘The Oven Light’!
Oct 3, 2023
25 min
EP21 - MAMA MIA...IT'S MADE BY LIA
Award-winning cake artist, former AB Mauri North America brand ambassador & local St. Louis region baker Lia Holter joins ABMNA vice president of marketing, Rick Oleshak, on the latest 'The Oven Light' podcast. Lia gives her take on the post-pandemic craft baking business, her inspirations and background, creative tattoo artwork and so much more on the tip-off to Season 3 of the show. Don't miss out listening from the car, in the kitchen or wherever you may be. Flip the switch and check out 'The Oven Light' today!
Sep 25, 2023
26 min
EP20 - A RUN ON DONUTS
Acclaimed & award-winning artisan baker Rachel Wyman – now part of the lecturing faculty at The Culinary Institute of America – joins AB Mauri North America vice president of marketing, Rick Oleshak, on the latest ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. Rachel provides her insights on fabulous donuts, the pandemic, family, the Florida Gators & more on this exciting episode you don’t want to miss. Flip the switch for ‘The Oven Light’…let’s go!!
Jun 12, 2023
29 min
EP19 - IT’S A ‘GUDE’ TIME TO BE A BAKER
Longtime Sosland Publishing executive and recent baking hall of fame inductee, Mike Gude, joins AB Mauri North America vice president of marketing, Rick Oleshak, on the latest ‘The Oven Light’ podcast. Mike – a popular figure with B2B bakers in the United States – shares his thoughts on both baking and media trends, The Masters golf tournament, top Kansas City barbecue hot spots and much, much more. Flip the switch…it’s time to turn on ‘The Oven Light’! Are you ready?
May 1, 2023
24 min
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