E25: When the Food Network Calls with Jessie Thomas
Download MP3InterVarsity Alumna Jessie Thomas had no idea that her love for food and hospitality would open so many doors: personal chef, cooking on local television, hanging out with Cookie Monster (to name a few). But nothing compared to her experience as a crew member on the Food Network's reality cooking series Chopped. During their marathon recording sessions each day, Jessie got to work alongside hurt and anxious people; people who became lifelong friends and who experienced the love of Jesus. All because Jessie made room at the table and provided a listening ear.
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Jon Steele
Jon Steele, a 2011 InterVarsity alumnus from Minnesota State Mankato, lives in Mankato, MN with his wife Kaitlynn and their two daughters. He’s been on staff with InterVarsity since 2012 and has been hosting and producing InterVarsity Alumni podcasts (After IV, InterVarsity World Changers) since 2020. Jon enjoys gaming, reading, and leading worship at his church.
