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Food, Faith, and the Forgotten Art of Joy

Britt Brandon is not here to count your calories. She’s here to remind you that food is more than fuel — it’s connection, community, and, dare we say it, a little bit of magic. A bestselling author of 23 health books and a certified health coach with over 22 years of experience working with more than 10,000 clients worldwide, Britt knows a thing or two about what we eat and why it matters. In a world obsessed with diet trends and nutrition labels, she and podcast host Philipp Kobald peel back the layers of our modern food crisis, exposing a deep spiritual disconnection. Their conversation on the Holistic Circle podcast, Spiritual Conversations, is not just a discussion about what’s on our plates — it’s an exploration of how food shapes our lives, our rituals, and our very sense of belonging.

The Lost Language of Feasting

Once upon a time, food was a celebration. It marked the seasons, brought people together, and carried meaning beyond mere sustenance. Think of ancient feasts, religious rituals, and the sacred act of breaking bread. Think of the Red Wedding from Game of Thrones — only, you know, without the mass murder. Today, we have 24/7 supermarkets, meal replacements, and enough diet rules to make your head spin — but where’s the joy? Britt and Phil take us on a journey through history, questioning how we got from communal tables to drive-thru solitude. They remind us that food isn’t just about nutrition; it’s about how we nourish our souls.

Eating Shouldn’t Feel Like a Science Experiment

Somewhere along the way, we started looking at food like a math problem. We count macros, obsess over grams of protein, and debate whether our smoothie is clean enough. But as Britt points out, this hyper-scientific approach to eating has stripped away one vital ingredient: pleasure. Sure, health matters, but when did we start treating food like an enemy? Instead of fearing carbs or demonizing fats, she invites us to rediscover the simple, delicious beauty of real food. No guilt. No shame. Just a rekindling of our natural connection to what we eat. It’s like ditching the diet app and going full Ratatouille — let’s bring back the love for flavors.

Dinner Tables, Not Nutrition Labels

Phil and Britt are on a mission to bring joy back to food. And that means bringing people back to the table. They discuss how the rise of isolated eating — meals consumed alone, in front of screens, or on the go — has chipped away at one of our most fundamental human experiences. Food is meant to be shared. It’s meant to be an experience. Whether it’s a home-cooked meal with family or a communal feast with friends, eating together is an act of love. And as they explore in this episode, it’s also a deeply spiritual act. Think The Godfather — but instead of ominous conversations over cannoli, it’s all about laughter, connection, and an extra helping of joy.

The Spirituality of Sourdough and Soup

Spirituality isn’t just found in prayer or meditation — it’s also found in the kitchen. From the ritual of kneading dough to the patience of slow cooking, food preparation has long been a sacred act. Phil and Britt dive into the profound connection between food and faith, noting how almost every spiritual tradition has incorporated food into its practices. From communion wafers to fasting, food has always carried meaning beyond mere sustenance. But in today’s fast-paced world, we’ve lost that reverence. This episode asks: What happens when we bring intention back to our meals? When we stop rushing and start savoring? When we see food not as a transaction, but as a gift?

Fasting Isn’t Just a Trend — It’s an Ancient Truth

Intermittent fasting might be all the rage right now, but as Phil and Britt remind us, it’s nothing new. For centuries, religious traditions have included fasting as a way to cleanse not just the body, but the spirit. The balance between fasting and feasting isn’t about restriction — it’s about rhythm. In a world of endless snacking and all-day grazing, we’ve lost the natural ebb and flow of nourishment. Britt shares how embracing periods of fasting can help us appreciate our meals more, realign with our body’s needs, and even deepen our spiritual practice. It’s not about punishment — it’s about finding balance.

Eat the Rainbow, But Make It Seasonal

Strawberries in December? Tomatoes that taste like cardboard? We’ve been conditioned to expect all foods at all times, but Britt and Phil argue that something has been lost in this never-ending abundance. There’s a reason certain foods are best in certain seasons. Eating seasonally isn’t just good for our health — it’s good for our souls. When we align our eating habits with nature’s cycles, we reconnect with something primal and deeply satisfying. And let’s be honest: nothing tastes better than a ripe peach in the summer or a hearty stew in the winter. It’s living in the moment.

Getting Kids into the Kitchen (Without the Drama)

If there’s one thing harder than getting kids to eat vegetables, it’s getting them excited about making them. But Britt and Phil agree — cooking shouldn’t feel like a chore, and neither should teaching kids about food. The trick? Make it fun. Not a forced, “you must learn this life skill” kind of fun, but a Hey, you wanna make a pizza from scratch and throw flour everywhere? kind of fun. Whether it’s letting kids knead dough, mix pancake batter, or invent their own (sometimes terrifying) smoothie concoctions, the key is to give them control. Because the more they play with food, the more they learn to appreciate it.

The Takeaway? Food Should Be Fun Again

This isn’t a lecture. It’s an invitation. An invitation to rediscover the joy of cooking, the pleasure of eating, and the deep spiritual nourishment that food can bring. Britt and Phil don’t preach; they explore. They challenge. They laugh. And most importantly, they remind us that our relationship with food doesn’t have to be complicated — it just has to be intentional. There’s something deeply human about sharing a meal, about creating something with our hands, about knowing where our food comes from. And if we can bring a little more love, laughter, and meaning back to our plates, maybe — just maybe — we’ll feel a little more whole. Like a home-cooked meal made by someone who loves you.

The full conversation between Phil and Britt is packed with insights, laughter, and a fresh perspective on what it means to truly nourish ourselves. Catch the full episode on the Holistic Circle YouTube channel, Spiritual Conversations, and start your own journey toward a more joyful, more connected way of eating.

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By Philipp Kobald, 2025

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