Bananas Foster: Emily Cole on Family, Fandom & the Heart Behind the Savannah Bananas

In today’s episode we sit down with Emily Cole, co-owner of Fans First Entertainment and a driving force behind the world-famous Savannah Bananas. You may know the Bananas for their bold yellow tuxedos, unforgettable fan experience, and internet-breaking baseball, but today we go deeper—into purpose, family, and a mission much bigger than the game itself.

Emily shares her and Jesse's journey in building a movement that puts people first—creating joy, connection, and memories that last. But this episode shines even brighter because of Emily’s heart for something beyond baseball: foster care and adoption.

We talk about the creation of Bananas Foster, the nonprofit dedicated to supporting foster families and bringing more children into safe, loving homes. Emily opens up about the calling that led her and Jesse into fostering, what the system desperately needs, and how the platform of the Savannah Bananas is being used for good that matters.

Whether you're a Bananas fan, a parent, a leader, or someone curious about how joy and purpose can collide—you’re going to love this conversation.

💛 Topics We Covered

Fans First Philosophy & how it transformed entertainment
The Cole family's journey into fostering & adoption
The mission behind Bananas Foster
Turning passion into real-world impact
Joy, service, and building community through sports

📍 Connect with Bananas Foster & Emily
• Bananas Foster: bananasfoster.org
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheSavBananas
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emcole3/?hl=en