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Jul 10
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🎙️From Bars to Jars: Joe Gallagher Jr.’...

Real English Conversations: Amy Whitney & Curtis Davies - English Podcast
About this episode

From addiction and prison to purpose and impact — this is a redemption story you won’t forget.

In this episode, Curtis sits down with Joe Gallagher Jr., also known as Chef Giuseppe, a former Grammy-nominated musician turned faith-driven entrepreneur, author, and founder of Apastioli Specialty Foods — one of the fastest-growing food brands in the Southern U.S.

Joe’s story begins in darkness: a traumatic accident, a spiral into addiction, broken relationships, attempted murder charges, and years lost behind bars. But through sobriety, faith, and a simple act of service — sharing a homemade sauce at a recovery meeting — Joe began to rebuild his life and reconnect with purpose.

Today, his business is expanding into major grocery chains, his book is inspiring lives, and his message is clear: “Even the most broken people can become powerful healers.”


🧠 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

✅ How Joe went from prison to purpose
✅ The connection between redemption and entrepreneurship
✅ How sharing your story can heal others
✅ The power of faith, service, and second chances
✅ What Joe’s journey teaches us about communication, identity, and resilience
✅ Why speaking your truth is the first step to becoming who you’re meant to be

This is more than a food business story — it’s a raw, honest, and empowering conversation about rebuilding from rock bottom, overcoming shame, and learning to lead with love.


🎯 Perfect for:

  • Anyone navigating recovery, reinvention, or big personal change

  • Global professionals learning to speak confidently and authentically

  • Entrepreneurs, educators, and language learners looking for real inspiration

Whether you're learning English, launching a business, or trying to reclaim your voice, this episode will lift you up and remind you what’s possible.


📘 BUY Joe’s Book on Amazon:

From Bars to Jars: A Saucy Redemption Story
👉 Buy it here


🔗 Follow Joe Gallagher Jr. & Apastioli Specialty Foods:

🌐 Website: joegallagherjr.com
🌐 Apastioli Foods: apastioli.com
📘 Facebook: facebook.com/joegallagherjr


🚀 Want to Speak English with Confidence and Purpose?

If you’re ready to tell your story in English — clearly, confidently, and authentically — join my private coaching program. I’m currently accepting 5 new professionals for 1-to-1 communication coaching.

👉 Book your trial English Class With Teacher Curtis HERE:
https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/


✅ With Curtis, You’ll Learn To:

  • Speak clearly in meetings and presentations

  • Reduce your accent and be easily understood

  • Build workplace credibility in English

  • Handle tough conversations with confidence

  • Communicate your message with clarity, emotion, and impact

  • Prepare for interviews, promotions, and professional growth

🌍 Learn more at realenglishconversations.com

👉 Book your trial English Class With Teacher Curtis HERE:
https://realenglishconversations.com/memberships/member-plans/fluency-programs/trial-lesson/

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