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Lauren Braun Costello - Mastering Life with Technique, Not Torture

In this episode of She’s Smart, Maria sits down with Lauren Braun Costello—chef, author, and the voice behind It’s Lauren, Of Course. Lauren shares her unexpected journey from the high-powered world of Wall Street to food styling on national TV and building a loyal community through her honest, hilarious, and skillful approach to cooking.

They talk about her leap of faith into culinary school, working behind the scenes on The View, the beauty of simple, well-executed food, and the challenges of building a brand in a world that often values flash over substance. Lauren also opens up about…

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