Four cities. Four episodes. Four important conversations about increasing diversity in the culinary industry. Former "Food Network" star Gina Neely walks you through what to expect this season on "Stories from the Soul."

Introducing Stories from the Soul

In the first stop on The Table is Set tour, Gina Neely and the Soul Food Sessions founding chefs are in Charlotte, N.C., talking about what to expect during the upcoming pop-up dinner tour, why we're advocating for increased diversity in the culinary industry and some delicious seared scallops paired with a refreshing Coca-Cola® Zero Sugar.

Episode 1: Where are the black chefs?

In this episode, Gina Neely and the Soul Food Sessions founding chefs are in Baltimore talking about the importance of diversity in leadership positions and their personal experiences in the culinary industry. Plus, they've got all the details on the Charm City pop-up dinner on July 29, including a sneak peek at the charred corn crab cakes with watermelon rind slaw dish that will be served with a refreshing Coca-Cola® Life.

Episode 2: Diversity is good for business.

In the third episode, Gina Neely and the Soul Food Sessions founding chefs are in Washington, D.C., talking about the James Beard awards, diversity in fine dining and a shout out to chefs crushing the game. They're also previewing the second stop on The Table is Set tour with a preview of the event's signature dish: Crispy seared trout with five-pea succotash served with a refreshing Coca-Cola®.

Episode 3: The table is set for change.

In the fourth episode of Stories from the Soul, Gina Neely and the Soul Food Sessions chefs are in Charleston, S.C., talking about the important role mentorship plays in increasing diversity and the impact they've been able to make thanks to $10,000 in scholarships from Coca-Cola Consolidated. They're also previewing the final stop on 2018's The Table is Set Tour with a preview of the event's signature dish: New Orleans grillades and green strawberry relish served with a classic Coca-Cola®.