In this episode of The Experts Podcast, Dr. Jenelle Kim sits down with Sharone Hakman, a celebrity chef, entrepreneur, and wellness advocate, who may be recognized from MasterChef, Food Network, or National Geographic. Sharone is the founder of the popular food brand Chef Hak’s and co-founder of the wellness line Sunny Within.
This is more than a food story. Sharone opens up about growing up in LA, navigating a tough childhood, leaving corporate finance behind, and finding purpose through cooking. He shares why food is about connection, how becoming a parent shifted his priorities, and why authenticity matters more than anything when building a business or a life you love.
What you’ll take away:
Why cooking can be meditative and healing
How to embrace discomfort and uncertainty on the path to growth
The power of eating intentionally, locally, and seasonally
Behind-the-scenes of launching Chef Hak’s and Sunny Within
Lessons in resilience, purpose, and living authentically
Timestamps:
00:00 – Meet Sharone Hakman: From MasterChef to mindful entrepreneurship
03:30 – Leaving finance behind: Finding purpose through food
07:45 – Growing up in LA: Resilience, family, and love
13:10 – Parenthood as a turning point
17:50 – Embracing discomfort to grow
22:20 – Food as medicine: Intentional and seasonal eating
30:40 – Building Chef Hak’s: Flavor meets purpose
34:00 – Launching Sunny Within: Holistic wellness made simple
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