Sharone Hakman on Food as Medicine, Authentic Entrepreneurship & Mindful Cooking

Описание: In this episode of The Experts Podcast, Dr. Jenelle Kim sits down with Sharone Hakman, a celebrity chef, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate, who may be recognized from MasterChef, Food Network, or National Geographic. Sharone is the founder of the popular food brand Chef Hak’s and co-founder of the wellness line Sunny Within.
This is more than a food story. Sharone opens up about growing up in LA, navigating a tough childhood, leaving corporate finance behind, and finding purpose through cooking. He shares why food is about connection, how becoming a parent shifted his priorities, and why authenticity matters more than anything when building a business or a life you love.
What you’ll take away:
Why cooking can be meditative and healing

How to embrace discomfort and uncertainty on the path to growth

The power of eating intentionally, locally, and seasonally

Behind the scenes of launching Chef Hak’s and Sunny Within

Lessons in resilience, purpose, and living authentically


Timestamps:
00:00 – Meet Sharone Hakman: From MasterChef to mindful entrepreneurship
03:30 – Leaving finance behind: Finding purpose through food
07:45 – Growing up in LA: Resilience, family, and love
13:10 – Parenthood as a turning point
17:50 – Embracing discomfort to grow
22:20 – Food as medicine: Intentional and seasonal eating
30:40 – Building Chef Hak’s: Flavor meets purpose
34:00 – Launching Sunny Within: Holistic wellness made simple
Links & Resources:
🌿 JBK Wellness Labs
🍽️ Chef Hak’s Products
☀️ Sunny Within Supplements
🎓 Dr. Kim’s Living Meditation Course

Connect with Dr. Jenelle Kim:
Instagram / TikTok / LinkedIn / Facebook → @drjenellemkim
Connect with Sharone Hakman:
Instagram → @sharonehakman | chefhaks.com | sunnywithin.com

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