Best Free Fire World Series Podcasts (2024)

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Stephanie Izard (Girl and the Goat & others, Chicago and Los Angeles) on Eclecticism, Career Decisions, and Live-Fire Cooking (part of our Chefs on Fire series) 1:19:52

4d ago1:19:52

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For the past two decades, Stephanie Izard has steadily amassed a stellar culinary and hospitality career as a chef and restaurateur. First introduced to a national audience when she won Season 4 of Top Chef, which she immediately followed with her first restaurant, Chicago's Girl and the Goat. The instantaneous and overwhelming success of that rest…

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Chicago's Mindy Segal (Mindy's Bakery) on Collaboration, Cannabis, and a Life without Recipes 1:10:59

1h ago1:10:59

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From high atop the Hoxton Hotel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Chicago's Mindy Segal takes us through her life and career: How she grativitated to the pro kitchen and zeroed in on pastry; her instinct-based approach to creativity and collaboration; and the genesis of her self-titled line of edibles, as well as the story behind her current place, Mindy'…

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Gustavo Arellano (LA Times columnist) on the Ethics of Restaurant Criticism, the Joys of Being a Columnist, and Whether Any Subjects Should be Taboo 1:09:42

18d ago1:09:42

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Andrew's been a fan of the wit, wisdom, and observational powers of LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano for years. So, when they both attended The Chef Conference in Philly this spring, we asked Gustavo to sit down for an improvisational conversation. He obliged, and did not disappoint. Enjoy this freestyle conversation that covers a wide range of …

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Arielle Johnson (food scientist & author, Flavorama) on Why Foods Taste the Way They Do 1:09:51

9d ago1:09:51

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Food scientist Arielle Johnson has worked with some of the most acclaimed restaurants in the world, and recently offered up much of her knowledge in a surprisingly fun, accessible, and comprehendible book, Flavorama: A Guide to Unlocking the Art and Science of Flavor. In this interview, Arielle recounts her path to becoming a food scientist (a rela…

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Adair Canacasco (Roister, Chicago) on Nostalgia, his Mexican Roots, and Live-Fire Cooking (part of our Chefs on Fire series) 1:15:21

21d ago1:15:21

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Born in Mexico and raised in the Midwest, Adair Canacasco brings his personal background and passion to his role as executive chef of Roister restaurant in Chicago. While in Chicago recently, Andrew sat down with Adair to learn about his familial roots, his maturation as both a cook and a manager/mentor of cooks, and the complex nature of the live-…

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Sean Brock (Joyland, Audrey & june, Nashville) on Finding His Culinary Voice in Appalachian Food 1:05:52

1M ago1:05:52

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During The Chef Conference in Philly this spring, Sean Brock graciously made time to sit down for this deeply personal and open conversation about his path to the pro kitchen, his development as a chef, and his various restaurants, including his current Joyland, Audrey, and june in Nashville. Please check out our fellow meez network podcasts and ne…

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Intuitive Series Ep. 4 - Live Stream Channeled Message - July 5, 2024 2:31:33

2M ago2:31:33

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Welcome back to another episode of the intuitive series where we focus on the spiritual side of things. Psychic readings and channeled messages from ascended masters are the main focus of these episodes. This live channeled message was streamed and recorded on July 5, 2024. All messages are timeless. Tons of different energies come through in these…

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Spirit of Cain 53:09

2M ago53:09

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In today's episode of the podcast I decided to sit down and just let the thoughts flow. Today is July the 4th and I felt compelled to speak to the state of the United States, specifically how it’s viewed by peer nations around the world. The United States is and has been under attack from an invisible enemy. One that attacks within by rotting the m…

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Announcing ... The meez Network! A New Hospitality Industry Content Hub co-founded by Andrew and meez founder/ceo Josh Sharkey 10:57

2M ago10:57

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Hey, everybody! Please take 8 minutes and listen to this announcement of The meez Network. Andrew co-founded this new content hub with meez founder and ceo Josh Sharkey, and will initially serve the network as program director. The meez Network launches today (7/1/04) with an inaugural roster of podcasts, and one newsletter. Please check it out, ta…

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Ruth Reichl (author, The Paris Novel) on Pleasure, Travel, and Discovering the Joy of Writing 44:54

2M ago44:54

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After years mostly writing and editing "real life" articles and books set in and around the food and restaurant realm, Ruth Reichl recently published a new work of fiction, The Paris Novel. The book follows young protagonist Stella as she discovers life's pleasures, and gets to know herself, in the most romantic city on Earth. In this Special Conve…

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Lyndsay C. Green (Restaurant & Dining Critic, Detroit Free Press) on Becoming a Critic, Detroit's Food Scene, & the Role of Race in Criticism 54:35

3M ago54:35

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Lyndsay C. Green covers restaurants and dining for The Detroit Free Press. She comes to her area of specialization from a background in beauty reporting. In this conversation--recorded after a chance encounter with Andrew at The Chef Conference in Philly this spring--Lyndsay shares her personal story and how she migrated from beauty to food, the ho…

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80. Q&A with Shanté Part 2: Getting Fired, Burnout/Anxiety, Terrified of Talking to Clients, & More! [Season 1 Finale] 22:25

3M ago22:25

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Is there a magic formula to dodge burnout? Can you master your anxiety and shake off the fear of getting fired? And why on earth are we calling this the Season 1 Finale? Well, buckle up, because I'm back to answer even more of your pressing questions, picking up right where our last Q&A left off! This episode is bursting at the seams with juicy det…

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79. Q&A with Shanté Part 1: Fear of Failure, Ick Alert(?), Client Workloads, & More 12:50

3M ago12:50

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How many clients can one social media manager realistically handle? Can you truly overcome the fear of failure? These are just a few of the pressing questions you asked during my recent 'Ask Me Anything' on Instagram. Today, we’re diving back into a fan-favorite format with another Q&A session where I answer the questions you're most curious about.…

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LIVE! FROM HOT LUCK: Paola Velez (Dōekï Dōekï; Bakers Against Racism) Just Wants to Bake the World a Better Place 53:23

3M ago53:23

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LIVE! from Hot Luck (Austin, TX)--Perhaps best known as the force behind Bakers Against Racism, Paola Velez (Dōekï Dōekï) has made a life and career of intertwining baking and altruism. (As her website says, she just wants to "Bake the World a Better Place.") In this interview, recorded on the grounds of Hot Luck last weekend, Paola shares about he…

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Sal Lamboglia (Cafe Spaghetti, Swoony's) on the Long Road Back to Brooklyn 1:07:20

3M ago1:07:20

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Raised in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, Sal Lamboglia grew up on Italian-American food in a family populated by his chef father, butchers, and other food professionals. Following graduation from culinary school, he spent many years with a Manhattan-based restaurant group before returning to Brooklyn and launching his hit restaurant Cafe…

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Chad Williams (Friday Saturday Sunday restaurant; Philly, PA) on Finding the Magic & Poetry in Food & Cooking 1:17:43

3M ago1:17:43

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When Philly's Friday Saturday Sunday won the James Beard Foundation Award as Outstanding Restaurant in 2023, it was the culmination of chef Chad Williams' slow, patient development, of both his talent and craft, and of the restaurant he co-owns and co-operates with his wife Hanna Williams. In this conversation, recorded at The Chef Conference in Ph…

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78. Kelsey McCormick on: Creating & Selling Your Own Course As a Social Media Manager 26:05

3M ago26:05

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Are you a burnt-out social media manager looking to scale without taking on more clients or growing a team? If you've ever thought about creating your own course, this episode is a must-listen! Our guest today, Kelsey McCormick, shares all the golden nuggets about creating and selling your own course. Kelsey is a self-proclaimed Squiggly Creative™ …

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Author Robert Simonson on His Book "The Encyclopedia of Cocktails" (an ATTC Special Conversation) 35:16

3M ago35:16

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Robert Simonson is one of our most prolific and witty scribes on the subject of cocktails. Along with cocktails, he also writes about the related topics of spirits, bars, and bartenders for the New York Times and is the creator and author of the Substack newsletterThe Mix with Robert Simonson. In his most recent book, The Encyclopedia of Cocktails,…

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77. Kaili Meyer on: The 4 Pages Your Website NEEDS As A Social Media Manager 19:52

3M ago19:52

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Do you really need a website as a social media manager? Today's guest, Kaili Meyer, founder of Reveal Studio Co., is here to convince you that the answer is a resounding yes—and she'll also guide you through the four essential pages your site must have. Together, we'll explore how to launch a standout website for social media management, what essen…

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The Rent is Too Damn High and Other Industry Issues, with Marc Forgione (An Andrew Talks to Chefs Special Conversation) 45:50

3M ago45:50

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On the occasion of the relocation of his eponymous restaurant to its new home in Tribeca, Marc Forgione sat down for one of our special conversations--and, man, did he bring it. In just 30 brisk minutes, he and Andrew discuss NYC restaurant rents, the possibilities of a new space, the crucialness of having a private dining room, and the media's por…

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Pants on Fire 1:30:55

4M ago1:30:55

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In today's episode of the podcast I have gathered two clips that caught my attention over the last week, specifically on the topic of lying. The first is from a recent episode of the PBD Podcast in which (former CNN news anchor) Chris Cuomo is confronted by a clip casting him and his actions during covid in a negative light. We look at the clip in …

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76. Growing Instagram Accounts with Paid Ads | Visibility Strategy Series 21:17

4M ago21:17

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Welcome to the Visibility Strategy Series! Are you searching for a visibility strategy that consistently reaches your ideal audience on Instagram without depending solely on the algorithm? Consider diving into the world of paid ads, whether for yourself or your clients. In this episode, we are diving into Part 5 of this Series and it is especially …

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Deuki Hong and Matt Rodbard (authors, Koreaworld: A Cookbook) on This Exciting Time in Korean Food 1:00:53

4M ago1:00:53

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In their second literary collaboration, Koreaworld: A Cookbook, authors Deuki Hong and Matt Rodbard take readers on an adventure to Korea, and to hubs of Korean food in the United States, to paint a vivid portrait of Korean food worldwide right now. On today's episode, Deuki and Matt share their impressions of modern Korea and its cuisine, and of s…

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Evan Funke (Felix, Mother Wolf, etc.) on Pasta, Italy, and the Meaning of Life 1:21:27

4M ago1:21:27

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After a few lurches and false starts early in his career, Evan Funke connected with the Los Angeles area dining public in a big way with his Felix restaurant in Venice, California, and has followed it up with a series of successes: Mother Wolf, Funke, Tre Dita in Chicago, and others on the horizon. In this conversation, recorded last week in New Yo…

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75. Katelyn Rhoades on: OMG is Instagram finally fixing REACH?! 18:23

4M ago18:23

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There has been some bomb-dropping that has just happened recently through the Instagram world with Adam Mosseri giving us some really big algorithm news. So I’m sitting down with the Social Marketing Queen on Instagram and CEO of Enfluence Marketing Studio, Katelyn Rhoades to discuss this hot topic and how Instagram is shifting its focus to reward …

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Those Who Wrestle with God 1:41:01

4M ago1:41:01

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This episode is a deep dive into the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. With so much confusion and anger surrounding the subject it has been nearly impossible to discern what the truth is. Issues that run this deep demand careful and considered attention, effort that is utterly lacking in the current conversation. With this episode I am attempting to st…

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74. The Instagram Tool That Doubled My Engagement & Conversions | Visibility Strategy Series 15:06

4M ago15:06

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Welcome to the Visibility Strategy Series! Are you looking to boost engagement and conversions for yourself or your clients? Imagine achieving this effortlessly with automation. In this episode, I discuss my go-to Instagram tool that DOUBLED both my engagement and conversions. Join us for the fourth installment of our Visibility Strategy Series, wh…

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Trauma Station 1:46:57

4M ago1:46:57

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Welcome back for a heavy hitting episode! As the world changes people are also changing. It seems like the scandals just keep coming and that specific spotlight seems to have landed on P-Diddy and his entourage. I cover this story to start off the episode as I have wanted to speak directly about the abuse that has been uncovered for a while now. It…

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Nina Compton (Compère Lapin, New Orleans) on How She Put it All Together 58:06

4M ago58:06

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Between speaking on a panel at The Chef Conference in Philly and catching a flight back to New Orleans, chef Nina Compton took time to sit down with Andrew and share the milestones in her life and career to date. From a fondly remembered childhood in Saint Lucia to the Culinary Institute of America to stints working for and with chefs such as Danie…

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Austin Johnson's Long and Winding Road to One White Street (NYC) 1:30:04

4M ago1:30:04

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Austin Johnson has taken a circuitous route to NYC's One White Street and Rigor Hill Market. He's cooked or cheffed at institutions like Canlis, Noma, Eleven Madison Park, Frenchie, and others, as well as on an Alaskan fishing boat. (His blog from his time on the boat is still online, and is well worth your time.) He shares it all here, and takes t…

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73. The TOP Graphic Design Mistakes Social Media Managers Make | Visibility Strategy Series 15:05

4M ago15:05

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Welcome to the Visibility Strategy Series! Do you remember the feeling of crafting that almost perfect social media post only to have it receive lukewarm engagement? We've all been there, and it may have something to do with your graphics. Join me in Part 3 of our Visibility Strategy Series as I zero in on the graphic design mistakes that I see Soc…

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Alain Ducasse on His New Book "Good Taste: A Life of Food and Passion" (An Andrew Talks to Chefs Special Conversation) 34:46

4M ago34:46

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If ever there were a guest who needed little introduction, it's certainly Alain Ducasse. The great chef--one of the most influential, prolific, and successful in the history of Western cuisine--sat down with Andrew this week to discuss his new book "Good Taste: A Life of Food and Passion." The book is a meditation on Chef Ducasse's life and career …

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72. Revealing Industry Secrets: Creating Engaging Social Media Videos | Visibility Strategy Series 11:51

5M ago11:51

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Welcome to the Visibility Strategy Series! Video content is here to stay, but how do you create engaging social media videos for your clients? In part two of this series, we are diving into all things social media videos. We cover everything from understanding video quality and frame rate to mastering the art of text overlays and pattern breaking. …

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71. Writing Hooks That Don't Suck | Visibility Strategy Series 10:06

5M ago10:06

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Welcome to the Visibility Strategy Series! I’m so excited to bring you this 5-part series on Visibility Strategy for the next 5 weeks! We’re covering things like video editing, graphic design, tools to use for video content and running ads. And today we’re kicking off this series with Part 1 on how to write strong hooks, specifically how to write o…

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70. The Two Laura's On: Running Paid Ads (Successfully!) for Social Media Management Clients 22:57

5M ago22:57

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Have you started running paid ads for your social media management clients? Maybe you are too overwhelmed by the thought of Meta’s backend or just aren’t getting the results you want. Today's episode brings the expertise of the Two Lauras – Laura Moore and Laura Davis, your go-to guides for mastering paid advertising successfully. Since 2019, the L…

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69. How to Create a Social Media Report with KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) 11:15

5M ago11:15

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Are you struggling to figure out what to include in your KPI reports for clients? Social media reports don’t have to be overwhelming, so stop worrying—I have you covered! In this episode, we'll tackle selecting the right KPIs, crafting social media reports, and analyzing insights. The good news is there is no need for fancy tools or apps, but some …

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68. Becca Booker on: Boundary Hacks Every Social Media Manager Needs to Know 24:27

5M ago24:27

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Are you struggling to crack the code of setting boundaries as a social media manager? In a 24/7 industry, it can be hard to set and enforce boundaries. But has my guest, Becca Booker, discovered the secret? Becca is the owner of Homemade Social, where she works hands-on with lifestyle and e-commerce brands and implements social media and email stra…

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67. Gina Knox on: Scaling Your Business to $4k, $10k, & $100k Months 24:13

6M ago24:13

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Do you struggle with your money mindset and wonder if your personal and professional wealth will ever meet your goals? Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with finance coach Gina Knox, where she spills all the financial tea! Join us as Gina tells us the secrets of going from $2k a month to $4k to $10k and beyond. She shares the secrets to b…

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Bringing the Culinary Past to Life with "The Taste of Things" Director Trần Anh Hùng (An ATTC Special Conversation) 35:14

6M ago35:14

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The Taste of Things is one of the most celebrated films of the past year, a beautifully rendered love story set amid an important chapter in culinary history. On this ATTC Special Conversation, the film's writer-director Trần Anh Hùng joins us from Paris to discuss the genesis of the film, what attracted him to the project, the involvement of chef …

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66. What To Do If Getting Content From A Client Is Difficult 12:31

6M ago12:31

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Are you finding it challenging to get content from your clients? From one social media manager to another, you are not alone. In this episode, I'll walk you through effective strategies to navigate this issue. I'll share practical advice that you can start applying right away, including leveraging existing client resources and navigating client col…

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Mary Sue Milliken & Susan Feniger on Making a Difference (An ATTC Special Conversation) 44:01

6M ago44:01

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Friends of the pod Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger, of Border Grill and other restaurants, check in from Los Angeles to discuss the evolution of chefs and other industry figures making a difference by devoting time, effort, and resources to a variety of causes. In addition to their own substantial work on behalf of organizations such as The Abu…

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65. Q&A with Shanté: Clients Who Don't Listen, What To Do If You Aren't Seeing Results, etc. 14:12

6M ago14:12

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Get ready for a Q&A with me with a little twist! It’s been a while since I’ve done a Q&A, so I thought I would answer your questions completely off the cuff! So what are we talking about? I’ll be tackling questions from handling clients who buy likes and engagement to sharing invaluable tips for improving your mindset during the client acquisition …

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Remembering David Bouley: In His Own Words and Voice (previously unaired 2014 interview) 1:39:06

6M ago1:39:06

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This week, the chef and restaurant community suddenly lost one of its most talented and influential figures. David Bouley, who rose to prominence at Montrachet and Bouley restaurants in the 1980s, died of cardiac arrest at age 70. To remember this towering culinary figure, we are sharing a previously unaired interview recorded at Bouley restaurant …

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64. Andréa Jones on: The Strategy Behind Working With Clients Like Rachel Rodgers 23:06

6M ago23:06

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Ever wondered how top social media agencies consistently land those dream clients that everyone talks about? I've always been curious, too, and I had the opportunity to sit down with Andréa Jones, and we explored her strategies for attracting high-profile clients, including her experience working with clients like Rachel Rodgers. Andrea is the foun…

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Back to Basics: "The Wisdom of Nature" 1:15:12

6M ago1:15:12

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In this episode of the pod, we explore the wisdom found throughout the natural world and its profound lessons on interconnectedness. We start off catching up on the developments around the world over the last six months. We watch and discuss three videos in this episode on a wide range of topics, with the underlying theme of observing and connectin…

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Super Bowl Recap, Halftime Show Thoughts, Top NFL Offseason Stories, and What’s Next in Sports 1:07:22

6M ago1:07:22

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Gabb and Bree recap the Super Bowl as the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers. They discuss Travis Kelce’s altercation with Andy Reid, what this win means for Patrick Mahomes, the impact of Dre Greenlaw’s injury, Kyle Shanahan’s decision in overtime, and more. Then, they share their thoughts on Usher’s halftime show performance. Nex…

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Episode 239: Max Natmessnig and Marco Prins (Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare) on NYC Energy, Collaborative Cheffing, & Making the Final Every Night 1:08:16

6M ago1:08:16

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In October 2023, Max Natmessnig and Marco Prins returned to Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare, where they once were cooks, as co-chefs of the celebrated tasting-menu restaurant. Four months into their tenure, they sat down with Andrew to share their individual and joint stories, describe their collaborative creative process, and explain their their att…

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63. Cassie Petrey on: Landing Your Dream Celebrity Client As A Social Media Manager 24:40

7M ago24:40

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Ever dreamed of managing social media for your favourite celebrity? Our guest, Cassie Petrey, turned her dream into reality by working with none other than the Backstreet Boys. And she is here to share her journey from superfan to celebrity social media manager. As the co-founder of Crowd Surf, Cassie has also worked with other iconic artists’ incl…

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Episode 238: Brad Kilgore (MaryGold's Brasserie, Miami, FL) on Molecular/Modernist Cuisine, His New Frozen Pizza Venture, and the Surprising Secrets of a French Onion Burger 1:14:25

7M ago1:14:25

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MIami's Brad Kilgore displays an easygoing demeanor beneath which resides a precise and driven chef. When Brad and his colleagues hosted Andrew for a book event last fall at the Arlo Hotel Wynwood (home of Brad's MaryGold's Brasserie), the two of them sat down to record this interview. In it they discuss myriad subjects including Brad's adoption of…

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62. Shannon McKinstrie on: "Social Media Management" is Dead 27:11

7M ago27:11

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Social media management is dead. Yep, that’s what we said. To unpack this statement, I’ve brought back my first-ever podcast guest, Shannon McKinstrie, who is a fellow social media manager and long-time friend. Shannon is a social media mentor & strategist on a mission to eliminate the neverending content-creation guesswork and overwhelm so busines…

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