Craft & Care: featuring Chef Sam Hart

Hosted by Jana Angel, this conversation with Chef Sam Hart isn’t about food. It’s about people.

Chef Sam Hart, the mind behind the Michelin-Star restaurant counter-, shares what leadership looks like when care, honesty, and respect come first. From building a people-centered kitchen culture to creating sustainable career paths rooted in fair pay, education, shared ownership, and mental health awareness, Sam offers a clear picture of how leaders can serve well without losing themselves.

Jana first met Sam during a dinner at counter-, expecting an impressive meal but leaving with something deeper. What stood out wasn’t just the experience, but the intention behind it. Every interaction, every story, and every detail reflected a belief that leadership begins with how you treat people.

This isn’t a traditional chef interview. It’s a conversation about purpose, culture, and leading in a way that leaves people better than you found them.

It's time to live boldly. Coffee and Conversations from WBTV is bringing you honest chats between everyday people -- some who happen to be celebrities, others who may be your neighbor. Together, we talk about our lived experiences and the choices that brought us to where we are today. Our goal is to leave you feeling entertained, enlightened, and encouraged to do the damn thing.