{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"What’s Up, Wake","title":"A Place at the Table with Maggie Kane","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2409,"description":"Join us in this inspiring episode with Maggie Kane, a Raleigh native and the founder of Raleigh's first pay-what-you-can café, A Place at the Table. Maggie shares her incredible journey from volunteering at a local day shelter to creating a community space where everyone, regardless of means, can enjoy nutritious meals in a dignified setting. Discover how her commitment to community and innovative approach has revolutionized the way we think about food insecurity. Discover the café's distinctive business model, its local community impact, and opportunities for involvement. Featuring insights into Maggie's background, the café's operations, and the power of communal support, this episode is a testament to the idea that everyone deserves a place at the table.00:00 Introduction to Maggie Kane01:30 Experiencing A Place at the Table03:03 Maggie's Journey and Vision05:13 The Concept of Pay-What-You-Can Cafes08:00 Founding A Place at the Table12:12 Community Support and Challenges16:49 Building a Nonprofit from Scratch17:27 Community Involvement and Fundraising21:51 A Place at the Table: Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere22:41 The Importance of Cloth Napkins23:02 Community Advisory Board's Role25:01 Rising Demand and Economic Challenges27:49 Volunteer and Payment Options30:41 Building Community Through Volunteering35:12 Catering and Food Truck Services37:30 How to Get Involved38:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3FPpkJ7JIRSxqmup6bUJfqr8_rMrqpK7grf9C8PwVsk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNmM5/OWRmY2Y4NDg0ZDEy/YjlmZjdkZDdhNDI2/OTJiZC5qcGVn.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}