At The Table

Who You’re Actually Sitting With

Most weeks on At the Table, Channon sits across from a guest listening, asking questions, and creating space for someone else’s story. This week, she pulled her own chair up. In this solo episode, Channon shares the path that shaped her. From eight-year-old dreams to a business graduate who helped grow the Gluten Free Certification Organization from three certified companies to over 1,300 brands across six continents. But the heart of the episode isn’t about growth metrics. It’s about the moment certification stopped being professional and became personal. When her four-year-old daughter was diagnosed with celiac disease and learned to look for “Mommy’s logo” before eating at a friend’s house. It’s about learning that leadership isn’t about authority, it’s about congruence. Showing up the same way, every time.It’s about integrity.And friendship. If you’ve ever wondered why GIG and GFCO hold the line so firmly… or why this community work runs deeper than a job description… this conversation answers that. Pull up a chair. Now you know who you’re sitting with.

History, Standards, and What’s Next

What does the GFCO certification mark really mean — and how does a product earn it? In this episode, we sit down with Paul to share the story behind the Gluten-Free Certification Organization. From its early days certifying just three companies to becoming a globally recognized certification program, we walk through how the standards were built, how they continue to evolve, and what happens behind the scenes before a product carries the GFCO mark. They also address some of the most common consumer questions and concerns:How strict are the standards?How are companies monitored?What happens if something goes wrong? This conversation offers a transparent look at the integrity, science, and accountability behind the symbol millions of gluten-free consumers rely on every day — and a glimpse into what’s ahead as the program continues to grow.

Healthy Aging, Gluten-Free & the Nutrition Shifts No One Talks About

In this episode of At the Table, we sit down with longtime gluten-free educator and registered dietitian Ronni Alicea to talk about what actually shifts as we age... and what matters most.We cover:Why protein becomes non-negotiableHow gut health impacts more than digestionPortion control vs. restrictionNutrient density over caloriesWhat gluten-free adults should pay attention to long termWhy critical thinking matters in a world full of nutrition noiseThis conversation is practical, honest, and grounded in decades of real-world experience. If you’re 30+, 40+, 50+ (or caring for someone who is) this one is worth your time.Ronni is also leading a free GIG webinar on Healthy Aging & Gluten-Free Nutrition. Details and registration information can be found here.Pull up a chair. Future you will thank you.

Growing Up Gluten-Free: Mothers, Daughters, and the Power of Self-Trust

What does it really mean to grow up gluten-free? Not just medically, but socially, emotionally, and relationally?In this episode, we are joined by writer and longtime gluten-free advocate Elyn Joy, her daughter Edyth, and the host’s own daughter, Devyn, for an honest, multi-generational conversation about childhood, identity, and learning to advocate for yourself.Together, they talk about the moments people don’t always see: navigating school events and birthday parties, dating and friendships, learning when to speak up (and when you didn’t), and how early food boundaries quietly shape confidence, self-trust, and adulthood.Elyn reflects on the fear that comes with a diagnosis and the unexpected gifts that followed. Edyth and Devyn share what it was like to grow up gluten-free in different eras, how support (or lack of it) landed, and why living gluten-free is just one part of who they are, not the whole story.This is a conversation about parenting without panic, raising capable humans, and trusting kids sooner than we think we should.Pull up a chair. This one matters.Elyn Joy’s books, The Gluten-Free Parent’s Survival Guide and The Gluten-Free Teen’s Survival Guide, created in collaboration with a team of celiac physicians at Colorado Children's Hospital. Her articles and interviews have appeared in Gluten-Free Living, Whole Foods Magazine, Allergic Living, and many GF sites and publications. Elyn has been a featured presenter at national celiac awareness events and offers advice on lifestyle and dietary challenges for parents and children. For more information and contact details, visit https://www.glutenfreeparent.com.Edyth is a medical student at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, focusing on emergency medicine, global health, and medical education. She served as Clinical Research Coordinator at Massachusetts General Hospital's Center for Celiac Research and Treatment, where she supported studies and explored new research trials and findings. Edyth was heavily featured in The Gluten-Free Teen’s Survival Guide, offering her experiences and insights to teens facing a diagnosis with celiac disease.

Heart Health, Inflammation, and What Our Bodies Are Trying to Tell Us

Heart health isn’t a “someday” issue. It’s a now conversation.In this episode, we talk about inflammation, heart health, and the early signals our bodies send long before something feels urgent. From joint pain and fatigue to brain fog and stress, we explore why gluten free is often only part of the picture and how lifestyle and chronic inflammation play a bigger role than most people realize.This is a grounded, practical conversation for anyone who wants to understand their body better without fear or overwhelm.Pull up a chair.