⚠️ Warning ⚠️ This episode contains content that may be alarming to some listeners. We do talk about suicide and child abuse, which we know can be distressing.Step into the realm of inspiration with our latest podcast episode featuring Jo Hunter, the Chief Food Lover behind the remarkable and award-winning handcrafted food producer, Piglets Pantry. Join me as I delve into Jo's extraordinary journey, marked by resilience, courage, and an unyielding spirit.In this gripping episode, Jo bares her soul, recounting a traumatic childhood marred by abuse from her stepfather. Yet, amidst the darkness, she discovered solace in her grandmother's love for baking—a transformative escape that ultimately shaped her destiny. Unveiling a poignant narrative, Jo shares the emotional void of not knowing her father for the initial 25 years of her life and the heart-wrenching rejection upon finally meeting him.The episode takes a profound turn as Jo opens up about a dark period in her life, a moment of despair that led to a pivotal conversation in the hospital with her mother. From that dialogue emerged the seedling idea for Piglets Pantry—a venture that would become Jo's lifeline and a testament to her resilience.Dive into a riveting discussion on Piglets Pantry's phenomenal growth, securing contracts with prestigious clients like Brighton & Hove Albion FC, and receiving endorsements from culinary luminaries such as Paul Hollywood, Chris Evans, and Mary Berry. Jo's infectious passion for her craft and the culinary world is illuminated as she shares how baking is intricately woven into her DNA.Together, we explore the challenges and setbacks encountered along Jo's entrepreneurial journey, with failure emerging as a crucial stepping stone towards the triumphs that awaited her. Jo's narrative is a powerful testament to the transformative potential of perseverance and an unwavering belief in one's dreams.Prepare to be captivated by Jo Hunter's inspiring tale—her strength, courage, and resilience serving as a guiding light for anyone in search of hope and motivation. This episode is not just a podcast; it's an odyssey of triumph over adversity, an invitation to believe in the extraordinary possibilities that await those who refuse to give up.To watch the episode on YouTube click here 🧢 https://youtu.be/58r5Kwz4eyoTo find out more about Piglets Pantry go to 🧢 https://www.pigletspantry.co.uk/Special thanks to our sponsors and producers who make these moments possible.OUR SPONSORSRivervale 🧢 https://www.rivervale.co.uk/Plus X 🧢 https://www.plusxinnovation.com/Rubix VT 🧢 https://www.rubixvt.com/Little Jasmine Day Spa's and Therapies 🧢 https://www.little-jasmine.com/Nostos Hove 🧢 https://www.nostos-hove.co.uk/OUR PRODUCERSH2 Productions Ltd 🧢 https://h2productions.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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