Best Malik Beard 🎬 Podcasts (2024)

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Rakan Draz of Avison/Young 1:08:58

2M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

If you're a chef, you probably don't know Rakan. However, if you're a new restaurant owner it's very likely you do know Rakan. He's helped multiple restaurant owners achieve their dream of ownership and he's my latest guest on the podcast.By John Malik

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Derek Underwood of SC Agriculture 34:37

6M ago34:37

34:37

On July 1st, the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control will cease to exist. Which departments will pick up their responsibilities and who will take over restaurant inspections? That's why I've asked Derek underwood to join me. He's a Clemson grad, a huge fan of our state's fresh fruits and vegetables, and as the assistant co…

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Mr. Soby's himself, Carl Sobocinski 45:53

6M ago45:53

45:53

What can be said about Carl Sobicinski that hasn't already been said? He's the proprietor of the most successful restaurant in Greenville and he's the brains behind the Table 301 Group which includes, past and present, Passerelle Bistro, The Lazy Goat, Nose Dive, Southern Pressed, Restaurant O, Jones Oyster Company, The Loft, and Table 301 Catering…

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Buying and Selling Restaurants with George Buell 42:58

6M ago42:58

42:58

George Buell has a long and interesting background in Hospitality. He's owned a market, tended bar, managed bustling steakhouses and while in college, he managed the dining room of his Ivy League school. Today he helps people buy and sell restaurants through National Restaurant Properties. If you've ever been tempted to be in the business, listen i…

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Chef Laura Pauli, the Cucina TestaRossa 41:41

2y ago41:41

41:41

As the Christmas holiday is up on us, I've gone outside of South Carolina for my guest and welcome to Laura Pauli, a private chef and certified sommelier in San Francisco, CA. Listen in as she discusses her time in Poland with World Central Kitchen and the visits she made to Ukraine.By Chef Laura Pauli

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CJ Golobish of Liability Brewing 1:01:32

2y ago1:01:32

1:01:32

Mortal Wombat IPA. Do I have to say more? CJ Golobish is the brewmaster behind some of Greenville's most respected beers and he's a fascinating guy that's traveled the world, served in the US Marine Corps, and knows his beer and world history. Listen is as he and Jeremy Cody, the packaging manager of Liability, join me for an intriguing conversatio…

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Erik Guzman of Cucho's Taco Grill 42:49

2y ago42:49

42:49

Erik Guzman has the restaurant business in his blood. The son of a chef, Erik spent time in the construction business before launching Cucho's Taco Grill during the height of the pandemic. Listen in as John and Eric discuss the many challenges of opening and running a bustling restaurant.By Erik Guzman of Cucho's Taco Grill

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Marty Nicholson of Travelers Rest Farmer's Market 41:57

2+ y ago41:57

41:57

He may be a volunteer, yet he's really brought the TR Market into the big leagues. Marty has a wonderful background and he's a huge fan of Greenville, Travelers Rest, and the farm to table movement. Listen in as we chat about his work at the market and some of the episodes that shaped him.By Marty Nicholson

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Cooking with World Central Kitchen, Poland 1:21:12

2+ y ago1:21:12

1:21:12

No sooner had Russia invaded Ukraine under false pretenses of exterminating Nazis, World Central Kitchen was there. They set up a kitchen inside a warehouse in Przemysl, Poland and set about feeding the refugees from Ukraine. In mid-March I spent ten days there and on May 1st I returned for a second tour, and this time I recorded short interviews w…

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Linda Lee, Greenville Food Writer 45:16

2+ y ago45:16

45:16

You've read her essays on Greenville's food and beverage scene in Town Magazine, Spirit which is the magazine of Southwest Airlines, Tempus Magazine, 10Best.com, and USA Today. Prior to that Linda was the executive editor of Michelin's Red Guide of the US. Chefs across the country trembled at the prospect of being included in the Red Guide and it t…

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Chef Brian Province of The Blake 41:31

2+ y ago41:31

41:31

He's done an internship at The French Laundry, cooked at Greenville's favorite modern restaurant, Devereaux's, and is a graduate of Johnson & Wales Culinary. He also spent time as a GM of Chuck E. Cheese and those experiences taught him the secret of preparing for success. Listen in as Chef Brian and host John Malik talk about the many joys of cook…

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Sponsorship on the Tin Roof Farm Radio Show 1:44

2+ y ago1:44

1:44

How would you like to get your product in front of the ears of a great Greenville, SC audience? One that’s interested in our chef driven restaurant scene, local coffee roasters, organic farmers, craft breweries, local writers, and all the wonderful people that make these places rock and roll.By John Malik

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Farmer Nate of Growing Greens Family Farm 38:21

2+ y ago38:21

38:21

At the Greenville downtown market, Nathan Vanette is the best dressed guy on Main Street. He has an affinity for vintage clothing and his vegetables are equally as well dressed. He's one of the folks that make Greenville a wonderful place to live and he's got big plans for the future of farming in the Upstate. Tune in and hear his story then find h…

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Jason Janson of Broadwater Shrimp 47:23

2+ y ago47:23

47:23

In a short time, Jason Janson has created a respected mobile seafood market that Greenville loves. He's a native of Charleston and a fan of fresh seafood. You'll be surprised to learn he does not have a background in hospitality. Tune in to learn more about Jason's love of shrimp and where to find his market.…

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Chef Tony Keely, Northampton Wine Cafe 40:06

3y ago40:06

40:06

I've been friends with Tony Keely for 20+ years and we've learned a great deal from one another. This is an interview we taped before the whole CV19 mess started and I had to edit out a few references to events that were in the past and now irrelevant. Also I have an essay I wrote while part of the Kairos Prison Ministry and it's a Christmas letter…

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Homesick 22:17

3y ago22:17

22:17

Where have I been? Funny you should ask. Belize, Central America. When you're ready to catch up on all our news, tune in to our first show in a year.By John Malik

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Episode 1: The McKay's 1:20:45

3+ y ago1:20:45

1:20:45

For over 20 years, Antoine McKay has been among the leading actors and directors to hail from the MidWest. He developed his passion for acting at a young age and honed his skills at Eastern Michigan University's prestigious theatre arts program and by studying under world famous acting coach, Uta Hagen. McKay began his professional acting career at…

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Episode 9: Tommy Chong "From Canada to Motown" 1:08:44

3+ y ago1:08:44

1:08:44

We all know Tommy Chong from That 70's Show or from the Cheech and Chong movies and skits but, did you know Tommy was once and R & B Singer, signed to Motown? Tommy was very much into the R & B scene in Canada and he promoted several concerts in Canada. In fact, he introduced Ike and Tina Turner to Canada and he talks about a night, in Chicago, at …

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Trailer: Episode 9-Tommy Chong meets 10 year old Michael Jackson 1:02

3+ y ago1:02

1:02

Here is a snippet from The Tommy Chong interview. Tommy talks about meeting Michael Jackson in Chicago when MJ was 10 years old!By Todd Patterson featuring Chanci Herer and Tommy Chong

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Episode 8: The WordSmyth, Malik Yusef, From No Love to G.O.O.D. Music 57:14

3+ y ago57:14

57:14

Malik Yusef, the WordSmyth, is an avant-garde spoken word poet—with timely lyrics that address and bring attention to national and global issues. Born and raised in Chicago’s south side amongst a humble and sometimes troubled beginning, Malik rose out of those surroundings to become a 24x Grammy award-nominee, 6x Grammy award-winner, and 7x ASCAP a…

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Episode 7: Todd McCormick "Sometimes you get shown the light in the strangest places...." 1:36:14

3+ y ago1:36:14

1:36:14

Todd McCormick is a former cancer patient who started using cannabis in 1979, under his mother's supervision while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation. Todd overcame the cancer and went on to become a lifetime advocate for medical cannabis. Starting in 1994, Todd worked with Jack Herer as an editor of The Emperor Wears No Clothes and after Jack’s…

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Episode 6: Steve Bloom “from High Times to Celeb Stoner” 1:03:49

3+ y ago1:03:49

1:03:49

On this episode Steve shares some great stories about his stint as Editor of High Times, drops some little known knowledge about cannabis. Steve shares his stories of activism with Jack Herer and Steve tells us why James Brown would not start his concert until Steve showed up! Only on The Silver Ash, High Quality Cannabis Conversation. Steve Bloom …

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Episode 5: “The Middle Man” 44:23

3+ y ago44:23

44:23

Meet Chance a marijuana middle man! His official title is a Pot Broker. Chance is a good friend of Chanci Herer and he joins us today to talk about his job as a middleman. Chance also talks about the time when there was so much weed in Oregon, that he was selling pounds for $200-$300! Chance learned how to grow while growing up in Nebraska and turn…

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Season 1, Episode 4: Mr. CBD 53:13

3+ y ago53:13

53:13

Meet Mr. CBD, Mark Kunicki! How does a guy that is just starting in the CBD business partner up with some of the G.O.A.T. Icons in the cannabis business, like Willie Nelson, and Redman? Once you take a few minutes and listen to Mark you won't be surprised that he has accomplished those things and more. Take this opportunity to learn about CBD from …

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Episode 3 : Prob Cause 1:04:25

4y ago1:04:25

1:04:25

Prob Cause was a high school basketball player turned artist. An artist so well rounded that he creates his own cover art but, Prob C has musical collaborations with Chance The Rapper, Twista , and Snoop Dogg! This episode includes stories of Prob C eating shrooms with Chance, smoking with Twista, and high school hoop stories. Prob C shares the sto…

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Bonus: CBN Means a Good Night Sleep 2:51

4y ago2:51

2:51

Having trouble sleeping? Listen this clip and learn how cannabis can help you sleep without smoking and without the hangover.By Todd Patterson featuring Chanci Herer

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Episode 3: Prob Cause talks about collaborating with Twista 2:40

4y ago2:40

2:40

Prob Cause was a high school basketball player turned artist. An artist so well rounded that he creates his own cover art but, Prob C has musical collaborations with Chance The Rapper, Twista , and Snoop Dogg! This episode includes stories of Prob C eating shrooms with Chance, smoking with Twista, and high school hoop stories. Prob C shares the sto…

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Bonus: You smoke crack don’t you?! 1:57

4y ago1:57

1:57

Bonus material. Smoking cannabis concentrates can be difficult if you don’t have the right equipment. In this clip The Silver Ash talks about the uncomfortable feeling of using a blowtorch while smoking concentrates through a rig.By Todd Patterson featuring Chanci Herer

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Episode 2-U Don’t Know Jack 41:12

4y ago41:12

41:12

Introducing Chanci Herer daughter of cannabis Activist Jack Herer. Chanci is a knowledgeable cannabis enthusiast that will be joining The Silver Ash to share stories about her father Jack Herer and about the cannabis industry from a unique perspective, the daughter of cannabis royalty. In this episode hear stories of The Cannabis Cup, porn in grow …

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Trailer “U Don’t Know Jack” 2:02

4y ago2:02

2:02

Introducing Chanci Herer daughter of cannabis Activist Jack Herer. Chanci is a knowledgeable cannabis enthusiast that will be joining The Silver Ash to share stories about her father Jack Herer and about the cannabis industry from a unique perspective, the daughter of cannabis royalty. In this episode hear stories of The Cannabis Cup, porn in grow …

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The Silver Ash Podcast Ep:1 ''The First Time" 51:02

4y ago51:02

51:02

Welcome to The Silver Ash Podcast hosted by licensed marijuana professional Todd Patterson. A former educator turned entertainment agent is now a professional in the cannabis industry. Quietly, Todd has been a marijuana enthusiast for over 30 years and has gathered an immense amount of knowledge as a casual marijuana user. Now as a licensed profess…

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One Plate of BBQ in Louisiana 36:43

4y ago36:43

36:43

My Dad used to tell me, only James Bond gets to save the world, YOU can save a small piece of it. And that's why I went to Lake Charles, to help save a small piece of the world ravaged by Hurricane Laura. Operation BBQ Relief is a charity whose mission is to provide a hot meal and a warm smile to those affected by natural disasters. I worked with t…

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Ken Frazier of Woodside Bistro 30:09

4y ago30:09

30:09

Braised Beef Short Rib sandwich with A1 aioli, melted Havarti cheese and real au jus. This might be my favorite sandwich in Greenville and it's not something I'd eat every day, rather it's a treat, something after a workout or a long ride. And it's the specialty of Woodside Bistro, a small, authentic diner in our Sans Souci neighborhood. Chef Ken F…

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Ricardo Pereira of Due South Coffee 41:56

4y ago41:56

41:56

He's a native of Brazil, a fan of the farmlands of Colombia, owner of one of Greenville's most iconic coffee roasters, and about to be my neighbor. He's Ricardo Pereira and he's got some amazing coffee knowledge to share with our listeners. And when you're ready for an amazing cup of coffee, stop in at Due South Coffee in Hampton Station.…

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Chris Smith and The Whole Okra 40:19

4y ago40:19

40:19

Is okra the greatest vegetable ever or a quirky, slimy mess only meant for the fryer of a diner? Author Chris Smith joins John Malik and they discuss the good, bad, and the ugly of okra and his new (James Beard Award Winner!) book, The Whole Okra. Have a listen then light the grill and get ready to cook some okra.…

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Julian Loue of Rise Bakery 29:24

4y ago29:24

29:24

For many thousands of years, bread was made by combining a wild yeast starter with a combination of flours, salt, and water. After World War Two, automation and commercialization took over the bread industry and the old ways were soon practiced only by a few bakers and aritsans. Sourdough bread is now in a resurgence and Greenville's newest sourdou…

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The Best Burger in Town is? 17:51

4y ago17:51

17:51

Yeah it’s been a few months and you have my sincere apologies. The last episode of the show, the one I recorded right after our Euphoria Food & Wine festival, received well over a thousand plays and I was thrilled, terribly excited. Couldn’t wait to get the next one up. Then after that my job got in the way. A chef's position is all consuming and..…

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Euphoria 2019 Recap 44:04

5y ago44:04

44:04

Participating in a food and wine festival as a chef is quite demanding. There's high expectations and a sense of urgency as well our normal work routine to manage. The day after Greenville's four day food and wine festival, Euphoria, I invited Chefs Jacques Larson and Jeff Kelly, cheesemaker Christian Hansen of Blue Ridge Creamery, and food writer …

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Jenny & Bryan Starks of Belle Oaks Farm 44:03

5+ y ago44:03

44:03

Care to buy a forlorn farm and turn it into an actual working farm? Our next guests did just that when they bought Belle Oaks Farm in Piedmont. I've known Bryan for many years when he was the lead mechanic at Sunshine Cycle Shop here in Greenville and we recently reconnected. Bryan and his wife Jenny have a great story and they're regulars at the T…

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Gina and Roberto Cortez of ASADA 38:01

5+ y ago38:01

38:01

In the middle of the recession of 2008, Gina and Roberto went way outside of their comfort zone and started cooking at festivals across their recently adopted state of South Carolina. Without any background in food, much less the restaurant business, they built a following with their clever interpretations of Mission Style California/Mexican cuisin…

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Will Shurtz of Methodical Coffee 44:46

5+ y ago44:46

44:46

What were you doing in high school? Will Shurtz of Greenville's Methodical Coffee was already brewing, serving and pop uping his way to stardom in the coffee limelight. Then he was traveling across the southeast as the Vagabond Barista and he turned that into a thriving business that now reaches across the country. From the NY Times to the cover of…

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Gluten, Peanut, Lactose, or Shellfish. Allergy, or Sensitivity? 52:54

5+ y ago52:54

52:54

Is it a sensitivity or an allergy? So many diners insist they're sensitive to this, allergic to that. What's the difference and what does a chef need to know? Is it possible to be allergic to sea salt? Boiled but not roasted peanuts? Doughnuts? Join Chef Malik as he sits down with Dr. Reid Johnstone, Allergist with Allergy Partners in Greenville, S…

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Jeff Kelly of Stella's Brasserie 35:09

5+ y ago35:09

35:09

Although Stella's Brasserie is the sister restaurant to one of the best known Southern restaurants in the Upstate, they dabble in a variety of cuisines. Jeff Kelly, their executive chef, has a well rounded background that includes stints in Washington, DC, Charleston,SC andhis home of northern Virginia. He brings an exciting ethos to the Upstate an…

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Happy Valentine's Day with Le Petit Croissant 41:01

5+ y ago41:01

41:01

Vincent Caradonna has traveled the world in his quest to make wonderful chocolates. He's a native of Annecy, France and after falling in love with a South Carolina native, he recently settled in Greenville and opened Le Petit Croissant. Here he bakes croissants, breads, and makes wonderful handmade chocolates, truffles, bon bons, and caramels. List…

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Naked Pasta with Christina Barest 36:45

5+ y ago36:45

36:45

Naked Pasta? Yup. It's the best handmade noodles, ravioli, and gluten free pasta in the Upstate and owner Christina Barest was a recent guest at Tin Roof Farm. She brought along her husband and part time employee, Brett, and we chatted about pasta, chickens, music, and what she loves about making pasta.…

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Can we Avoid Cancer? Dr. Steve Trocha 43:43

5+ y ago43:43

43:43

Cancer. We've all been affected by it. We've all lost a loved one to it. And do you know exactly what cancer is? And can a diet rich in local foods and seasonla produce help us avoid cancer? Listen in as GHS Surgical Oncologist Dr. Steve Trocha joins me at Tin Roof Farm and helps us understand what cancer is, and what it isn't.…

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Our Best Bites of 2018 29:07

5+ y ago29:07

29:07

Over the course of 2018 we ventured to Tulum Mexico, Durham, NC, Charleston, SC, Washington, DC and of course right here in Greenville, SC. And we had some great bites of food. This show isn't about any one meal but rather the culinary surprises we encountered. From our favorite cup of coffee in Greenville to Xiabentun, the anise and honey liquor o…

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Alex George of GB&D 50:50

6y ago50:50

50:50

Alex George is the tour de force behind Carol's Ice Cream, the GB&D food truck, and GB&D restaurant, perhaps the most compelling restaurant in Greenville, SC and that title doesn't come easily. The quality of the food, the ethos, the management of inventory and staff, just a few of the reasons why owners don't sleep well. The restaurant business is…

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Viva Mexico! 35:40

6y ago35:40

35:40

Robert Berry is the creative force behind El Thrifty, the latest restaurant to open in Greenville, SC, and it's brilliant. Robert is a true student of Mexican cuisine and he joined me at the farm to discuss masa, hominy, a little history of Mexico and of course El Thrifty. We're joined by Executive Chef Justin Serwetz and of course my dog Otis.…

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Jon & Michelle Stauffer of Colonial Milling 38:15

6y ago38:15

38:15

Grits, Polenta, Corn Meal, and Corn Flour. No one does these better than Jon & Michelle Stauffer of Colonial Milling. They've taken their cues from Glenn Roberts of Anson Mills and forged their own path and are now getting lots of great press courtesy Southern Living, Town Carolina, and many more.By Colonial Milling

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