Mixing Up Success
The Podcast by Dani’s Kitchen Shop
A podcast for bakers & creative entrepreneurs who want a business that actually works.
Real conversations. Practical strategy. Encouragement you can use — whether you’re just starting out or scaling what you’ve built.
🎧 New episodes released regularly
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“Success isn’t just about profit — it’s about creating something meaningful, building community, and doing it all in a way that feels true to you.”
— Dani Annala
Season 1: The Business of Baking
Launching November 4, 2025 with the first three episodes, then new episodes drop every Tuesday through the season — a baker’s dozen (13 total).
Each episode blends actionable business advice with behind-the-scenes stories from Dani’s Kitchen Shop in Hood River, Oregon.
Episode 1 — How It All Began: The Story Behind Dani’s Kitchen Shop
How a teaching dream turned into a thriving bakery, education hub, and mentorship brand. Dani shares her journey from agriculture and food safety to full-time baking — and the lessons she learned about patience, purpose, and resilience.
Episode 2 — The Recipe for Business Success: 5 Ingredients
Every Entrepreneur Needs
Dani breaks down the five core “ingredients” every successful bakery or creative business needs — Mission, Brand, Systems, Pricing, and Community — with relatable stories and actionable tips.
Episode 3 — Pricing Without Guilt: How to Confidently Charge
What You’re Worth
Pricing doesn’t have to feel awkward or emotional. Dani walks you through how to calculate your real costs, build pricing confidence, and ditch the guilt for good.
Episode 4 — Growing into Leadership featuring Mercedes
New episodes dropping every Tuesday!
Ready to Grow Your Baking Business?
Love the podcast and want to take your bakery to the next level?
Join The Business of Baking Course — Dani’s six-week program launching January 20, 2026.
Learn to price confidently, streamline systems, and market your bakery with ease — all with Dani’s step-by-step guidance and community support.
👉 Get on the waitlist to receive early-bird bonuses and weekly business inspiration.
