Best Momofuku Podcasts (2024)

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Is Superfood Still Relevant? And, Why Is ‘Rampage’ On A Kick? 45:46

1h ago45:46

45:46

Dates, consumed for millennia, are having a modern moment. But can the superfood maintain its momentum, particularly among mainstream consumers? And, while we’re asking: has “superfood” lost its luster? Taste Radio’s hosts have their say. We also sit down with MMA icon Quentin “Rampage” Jackson, who is a partner with upstart beverage brand F3 Energ…

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What Keeps Emma Chamberlain Up At Night? It’s Not The Coffee. 37:59

6h ago37:59

37:59

Emma Chamberlain isn’t jaded by the ebb and flow of beverage entrepreneurship. Not yet, anyway. On the contrary, the 22-year-old, who rose to fame as a YouTube creator and has since become one of the most prominent influencers in the world, says that she revels in the daily lessons learned from building her coffee brand, Chamberlain Coffee. Founded…

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Walmart Is Getting ‘Better.’ But Will Brands Benefit? 29:13

3d ago29:13

29:13

When the world’s largest retailer launches a private label brand of better-for-you and affordable food and beverage staples, it stands to reason that their customers will benefit. But how will Walmart's new bettergoods brand impact its existing CPG suppliers? The Taste Radio crew weighs in. Show notes: 0:35: A Terrifying Chameleon. Tipping Protocol…

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For Elizabeth Banks, Entrepreneurship Is Like Acting: Unconventional Is The Only Way 46:48

6d ago46:48

46:48

A bold and carefree woman. A living embodiment of human adventure. A confident explorer known to travel the world atop a moose. Archer Roose, the fictional character that Marian Leitner created to represent her wine brand in name and label design, is all of those things. One could say the same (except for the moose part) about Elizabeth Banks, the …

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Bonus Content: How To Find Angel Investors That Will Give Your Business Wings 53:56

7d ago53:56

53:56

In this feature of our sister show BevNET and Nosh's Community Call, seasoned angel investors Nicole Bruno and Gefen Skolnick, alongside Ruth Berhane-Williams, founder of Eritea, who is actively exploring the angel investment landscape. Hear tips for identifying angel investors, understanding their preferences, and nurturing successful partnerships…

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Overrated French Foods, Where to Eat in Copenhagen, and Delete Yelper: Benu SF 48:59

7d ago48:59

48:59

Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two kick things off with a Delete Yelper: Benu. The analysis of an old one-star review of Corey Lee’s three Michelin-starred institutions gets into a discussion of attitudes about dining and how they’ve shifted in the past 10 years. The pair then turn to pitching a “perfect game” in Copenhagen, as Dave runs down …

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It's Not Just You. Everything Looks The Same. Is That A Bad Thing? 32:25

10d ago32:25

32:25

Call it the millennial/Gen Z effect. A retro aesthetic is the defining characteristic of modern package design as new brands incorporate the vibe and culture of decades past into product labels. But has the trend made it more challenging for emerging brands to stand out? Show notes: 0:35: Surfing With Turtles. Zen & Coffee. Exceptional Bounce. Broa…

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Rules of a Restaurant Playlist, Dave Returns to Hamlet’s Kitchen, and Price Fixing 54:42

11d ago54:42

54:42

Dave is joined by Chris Ying for an episode in which the two discuss the Courvoisier club, the enduring greatness of Hamlet’s Kitchen, and rules for a restaurant playlist before they get into a game of Price Fixing. The two guess the prices of items on menus at Jiquitaia in São Paulo, Brazil; Khaluna in Minneapolis; and Duly’s Place in Detroit. Hos…

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Raising Capital? BFG’s $125M Fund Should Be In Your Sights. 34:35

13d ago34:35

34:35

Venture capital firm BFG Partners invested in Mid-Day Squares when the brand’s founders were still hand crafting their functional chocolate bars in a Montreal apartment. BFG managing partners Tom Spier and Dayton Miller described their decision as “a leap of faith.” On the surface, it may seem like BFG, which has a track record of investing in high…

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Underrated/Overrated: ’90s Edition, Book Tours, and How to Menu: Kopitiam With Rachel Khong 1:08:30

21d ago1:08:30

1:08:30

Dave is joined by Chris Ying and Rachel Khong to discuss Rachel’s latest novel, 'Real Americans,' and her upcoming book tour. The trio then play Underrated/Overrated with ’90s trends before going into a How to Menu of Kopitiam in New York’s Lower East Side. Topics covered include learning parents’ stories as an Asian American, Dave’s love of 'The M…

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It’s A Gen Z(ero) World. But, You Don’t Need Millions To Get Their Attention. 50:57

17d ago50:57

50:57

As expected, commerce reigned at the annual Coachella music festival, but which food and beverage companies stood out? We have a report. This episode also features conversation with Laura Merritt, the CMO of Diageo Beer Company, who discusses how Guinness’ non-alcoholic Zero variety is helping the brand cultivate a new generation of consumers. 0:35…

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Dave’s Masters Champions Dinner Theory, Effective Plating, and Menu Formatting 45:33

20d ago45:33

45:33

Dave’s Masters Champions Dinner Theory, Effective Plating, and Menu Formatting Dave is joined by Chris Ying for an episode covering the principles behind effective plating and Dave’s theory on Masters Champions Dinners, plus the one menu item that determines whether you are (allegedly) an unpopular champion. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Produce…

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She Built An Iconic Brand By Thinking ‘Purely’ Every Step Of The Way 29:22

24d ago29:22

29:22

After 15 years at the helm of one of the most admired better-for-you brands in the food industry, Elizabeth Stein is happy to share. The founder and CEO of Purely Elizabeth, which markets natural and organic granola, cereal and oatmeal, Elizabeth has long been at the forefront of incorporating ancient grains, such as chia seeds, quinoa and amaranth…

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Pizza Potluck and Buy or Sell With Chris Bianco and Kelly Meinhardt 1:04:23

28d ago1:04:23

1:04:23

Dave is joined by Chris Ying and friends of the show Kelly Meinhardt and Chris Bianco. The group discusses what they’d bring to a hypothetical pizza and pasta potluck before getting into a game of Buy or Sell. Topics include the proposed Apple home robot, hot food vending machines, and the future of sugar (and sugar substitutes). Hosts: Dave Chang …

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Discussing Momofuku Chili Crunch, With Marguerite Mariscal 20:04

1M ago20:04

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Dave is joined by Momofuku CEO Marguerite Mariscal to talk about challenges and next steps with the name “chili crunch.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy The Ringer

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Maybe Momofuku Doesn’t Deserve This Heat. Then Again… 32:57

28d ago32:57

32:57

Momofuku built its reputation as a company that was always willing to stir the pot. It may, however, regret stirring this one. David Chang’s restaurant and consumer brand empire is under fire for sending cease-and-desist letters to brands using its trademarked term “chili crunch,” a move that has elicited rage among some in the food industry who fe…

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Why Getting To ‘Zero’ Means Winning Today… And Tomorrow 45:49

29d ago45:49

45:49

What role can bars and mixologists play in protecting Earth’s fragile environment? It’s a question that Juan Torres Master Distillers, the maker of Torres Brandy, has attempted to answer via an innovative competition. A highly regarded spirits brand based in the Penedès region of Spain, Torres Brandy is the creator of Zero Challenge, an annual inte…

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Reservation Cancellation, and the Glory of an All-You-Can-Eat French Buffet | My Opinion is Fact 44:02

1M ago44:02

44:02

Dave and Chris Ying discuss the pros and cons of charging a cancellation fee for reservations, three alternative things they would have done in college, and Dave’s fixation on an all-you-can-eat French buffet. Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying Producers: Victoria Valencia and Euno Lee Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…

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A Trendy Retailer May Have Run Its Race, But There’s Still Road Ahead 27:06

1M ago27:06

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What happens when a small, but influential, retailer unexpectedly closes all of its stores? What’s the impact on suppliers? What does its closure say about the trends it embraced? The hosts share their thoughts on Boisson’s surprising shutdown. They also test out an innovative countertop machine that produces on-demand plant-based milk and highligh…

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Seasoning Do’s and Don’ts and How to Menu at Town Hearth 1:00:59

1M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

Dave is joined by Chris Ying as the two discuss some principles of seasoning and eating at bachelor/bachelorette parties. The two get into a How to Menu at Dallas chophouse Town Hearth before getting into a match of Culinary Arbitrage. Restaurants featured include: San Francisco Greek specialist Kokkari Estiatorio, Nashville's casual fine-dining ho…

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How Momofuku’s ‘Objection’ Helped It Generate $50M In Sales 38:01

1M ago38:01

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Marguerite Zabar Mariscal is rarely satisfied. It’s not in her DNA, she says, nor that of the companies she helms: Momofuku, the admired restaurant group founded by David Chang, and Momofuku Goods, a brand of restaurant-quality pantry items inspired by modern Asian cuisine. Marguerite, who took the reins of Momofuku in 2019 and co-founded its consu…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Momofuku Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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The Dave Chang Show

The Ringer

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Taste Radio

BevNET Inc.

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The Unbearable Lightness of Being Hungry

Lee Tran Lam

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Is Superfood Still Relevant? And, Why Is ‘Rampage’ On A Kick? 45:46

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What Keeps Emma Chamberlain Up At Night? It’s Not The Coffee. 37:59

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Walmart Is Getting ‘Better.’ But Will Brands Benefit? 29:13

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For Elizabeth Banks, Entrepreneurship Is Like Acting: Unconventional Is The Only Way 46:48

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Bonus Content: How To Find Angel Investors That Will Give Your Business Wings 53:56

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Overrated French Foods, Where to Eat in Copenhagen, and Delete Yelper: Benu SF 48:59

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It's Not Just You. Everything Looks The Same. Is That A Bad Thing? 32:25

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Rules of a Restaurant Playlist, Dave Returns to Hamlet’s Kitchen, and Price Fixing 54:42

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Raising Capital? BFG’s $125M Fund Should Be In Your Sights. 34:35

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Underrated/Overrated: ’90s Edition, Book Tours, and How to Menu: Kopitiam With Rachel Khong 1:08:30

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It’s A Gen Z(ero) World. But, You Don’t Need Millions To Get Their Attention. 50:57

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Dave’s Masters Champions Dinner Theory, Effective Plating, and Menu Formatting 45:33

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She Built An Iconic Brand By Thinking ‘Purely’ Every Step Of The Way 29:22

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Pizza Potluck and Buy or Sell With Chris Bianco and Kelly Meinhardt 1:04:23

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Discussing Momofuku Chili Crunch, With Marguerite Mariscal 20:04

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Maybe Momofuku Doesn’t Deserve This Heat. Then Again… 32:57

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Why Getting To ‘Zero’ Means Winning Today… And Tomorrow 45:49

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Reservation Cancellation, and the Glory of an All-You-Can-Eat French Buffet | My Opinion is Fact 44:02

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A Trendy Retailer May Have Run Its Race, But There’s Still Road Ahead 27:06

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Seasoning Do’s and Don’ts and How to Menu at Town Hearth 1:00:59

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How Momofuku’s ‘Objection’ Helped It Generate $50M In Sales 38:01

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