John Avlon is an award-winning journalist, author and historian. He is a former CNN anchor and analyst and previously served as the editor-in-chief of The Daily Beast as well as chief speechwriter to the Mayor of New York during the attacks of 9/11.

Cathy Whims, a six-time James Beard Award finalist for Best Chef: Northwest, is a visionary who has profoundly shaped the culinary landscape of Portland, OR.

Kelly Jacques co-owns Ayu Bakehouse, a beloved modern bakery in New Orleans, with her friend and longtime colleague Samantha Weiss.

Margaret Orr is a Mom and Grandmother who lives in New Orleans with family and a fur boy named Skye who likes to play ball and dig in the garden.