Listen "Ms. Dean's Double Life: 2nd Grade Teacher and Country Cooking Queen"
Episode Synopsis
In this mouth-watering episode, a group of curious 7th and 8th grade students interview the one-and-only Sharon Steen - a modern-day renaissance woman who seamlessly balances two diverse careers. By day, she nurtures young minds as a beloved 2nd grade teacher. But when the school bell rings, Sharon trades her lesson plans for aprons, transforming into the passionate owner and chef of Laney's Country Cooking.
But this interview comes with an extra helping of Southern hospitality! Sharon arrives armed with a sampling of her restaurant's signature dishes, allowing the hosts to savor the flavors of Laney's as they dive into her fascinating story.
With a healthy blend of humor and heartfelt anecdotes, Sharon walks the students through the challenges and rewards of juggling her dual roles. How does she transition from shaping young lives to crafting mouth-watering comfort food? What drives her unwavering commitment to both passions? The students' insightful questions unravel the tale behind this modern-day marvel.
But this interview comes with an extra helping of Southern hospitality! Sharon arrives armed with a sampling of her restaurant's signature dishes, allowing the hosts to savor the flavors of Laney's as they dive into her fascinating story.
With a healthy blend of humor and heartfelt anecdotes, Sharon walks the students through the challenges and rewards of juggling her dual roles. How does she transition from shaping young lives to crafting mouth-watering comfort food? What drives her unwavering commitment to both passions? The students' insightful questions unravel the tale behind this modern-day marvel.
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