In a compelling episode of The Podcast by KevinMD, food allergy advocate Lianne Mandelbaum explores the challenges encountered by millions dealing with food allergies. Dining out transforms into a struggle between survival and enjoyment due to fears of cross-contact and ingredient clarity. Mandelbaum highlights an expanding advocacy movement, driven by personal stories, that seeks to create systemic reform. A key emphasis is on California’s ADDE Act (SB 68), which calls on restaurants to display major allergens on their menus. Mandelbaum contends this isn’t a burden but rather a business opportunity, increasing transparency to gain the confidence and support of the food-allergic community and their dining companions. Drawing parallels to her airline safety advocacy, Mandelbaum demonstrates how passionate actions from parents are altering policies, making public spaces safer and more inclusive.