Best Max Trujillo Podcasts (2024)

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The Sausage King of the Carolinas with Specialty Food Solutions 33:12

1d ago33:12

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In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss dive into the world of sausages with their guest, Haig Berberian, owner of Specialty Food Solutions. Broadcasting virtually live from the historic Raleigh building in downtown Raleigh, they explore Haig's Armenian roots, playful nicknames, and his …

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Talking To Kids About Politics with Lindsey Cormack 38:19

3d ago38:19

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Over the last couple of years, the political climate has gotten contentious. That sentiment has caused people to shy away from discussing politics and government with their children. Despite that, teens still think it’s important to follow current events, politics included. A recent survey of teens aged 13–17 found that 1/3 of respondents relied on…

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Downtown Raleigh’s Growth and Future with Bill King 56:17

8d ago56:17

56:17

Bill King, the President and CEO of the Downtown Raleigh Alliance joins us to discuss the vitality of downtown Raleigh, including economic development, safety measures, and promotional events. King discusses the role of the DRA, their funding sources, and the challenges faced, such as accommodating office workers post-pandemic and promoting new bus…

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Getting Teens Organized with The Home Edit 41:19

10d ago41:19

41:19

Recently, I’ve been craving a project. With Lola starting her senior year of high school, I feel like maybe this craving is just a distraction (but, still a craving nonetheless!) There’s something about losing myself in organizing a closet that is therapeutic. So this week, we bring our favorite organizational friends, Clea Shearer and Joanna Tepli…

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Hops For Hope: Children's Flight of Hope and Local Breweries Unite 19:01

15d ago19:01

19:01

We speak with the Children's Flight of Hope charity with Heather Miller, Director of Community Engagement for the organization, and Mike Zolnik, Director of Marketing for Clouds Brewing to promote Hops for Hope on September 14th in North Hills! Heather explains how Children's Flight of Hope provides flights for children in need of life-changing med…

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Behind the Barrel: A Deep Dive into Lonerider Spirits 40:46

15d ago40:46

40:46

We welcome Levin Woodall, the director of Lonerider Spirits to explore their journey from being a staple craft brewery in Raleigh to launching its spirits division, including whiskey, in 2018-2019. The discussion delves into Lonerider's unique offerings like the high rye bourbon finished in sherry, tequila, and stout barrels, as well as their limit…

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Staying in Like & Milkshakes 41:33

17d ago41:33

41:33

Somehow, Penn and I will have been married for 20 years next year (what?!) It's an incredible feat, but with experiencing such a busy season of parenting, I can see how couples fall out of "like" with each other. This week, we give each of our own Top 5 tips on how to stay in like. Our producer, Ann Marie Taepke, also joins to play a fun game we ca…

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It's Time for EUPHORIA in Greenville, SC... Join us! 11:12

21d ago11:12

11:12

Euphoria is a food, wine, and music festival that takes place in Greenville, South Carolina. It is celebrating its 19th year and has become a prominent event in the culinary scene. The festival offers a variety of events, including tastings, chef demos, seminars, and lunch and learns. It showcases a diverse range of cuisines and brings in renowned …

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To Hell with Your Bad Reviews: The Native Prime Provisions Experience 43:23

22d ago43:23

43:23

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss interview Chef Scott Alderson, owner of Native Prime Provisions, a hidden gem located in a strip mall in Cashers, North Carolina. Scott shares his journey, love for fresh, high-quality ingredients, and innovative yet strict approach to running a 10…

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Senior Year Goals & Top Fives 35:28

24d ago35:28

35:28

I am having mixed feelings about having a kid going into her senior year of high school. The biggest feeling I have is excitement for her - closing one chapter and about to open the next. But big changes bring big feelings. This week, Penn and I talk about my senior year goals and your best advice (thank you for writing in on Instagram and leaving …

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Pouring Wisdom: Ingrid Folkers on Cocktails & Bartending Competitions 55:07

29d ago55:07

55:07

This episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast features co-hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss interviewing accomplished mixologist Ingrid Folkers. Ingrid shares her journey from being a bartender at Whiskey Kitchen to competing in prestigious cocktail competitions like the USBG World Class sponsored by Diageo, where she was named a …

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How to Build a Restaurant Today with Mera Brothers Oysters 48:29

30d ago48:29

48:29

Join Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss on the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast as they chat with the Mera Brothers, who are opening a new oyster and ceviche restaurant in downtown Raleigh. The trio dives into their journey from a Google search to becoming seasoned oyster farmers, and discuss their plans to vertically integrate their oyster far…

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Life Lessons From Team USA 35:55

1M ago35:55

35:55

Penn has never been prouder of Team USA than this Olympics. He has watched every Olympics Games since 1984 and he watches everything – racewalking, speed climbing, archery, you name it. He says that regardless of medals, Paris 2024 is the best that Team USA has ever been. These kids (I’ll say kids, because most are young enough to be my children) h…

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When Life Turns Out Differently with Raquel Moore 44:44

1M ago44:44

44:44

When life turns out differently, it’s all about how you perceive it. For our friend, Raquel Moore (who you may remember from our season of The Amazing Race) life has turned out very differently than she expected. She never thought she’d meet the love of her life. She never thought she’d live in the suburbs of Cleveland. She never thought she’d be a…

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It’s A Hot One: Inside Shelby Spice's Hot Sauce Revolution 57:49

1M ago57:49

57:49

In this sizzling episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosts Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss spice things up with Duncan Blount, the owner of Shelby Spice from Shelby, NC. As they chew the fat (and some hot sauce), Duncan shares his rockstar passion for crafting premium hot sauces, comparing them to aged bourbon and fine wine. Ami…

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Moments Don’t Define You with Olympian Sandi Morris 33:42

2M ago33:42

33:42

The 2024 Olympics have started! Today, we talk to our friend, Olympic Silver Medalist, and a U.S. pole vault record holder, Sandi Morris. Sandi barely missed going to the games in Paris this year (she placed 4th in qualifying) but she isn't letting that stop her. She offers words of encouragement on how to keep going and stay positive when you're d…

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Blues and Brews at Missy Lane's: A Jazz Oasis in Durham 57:53

2M ago57:53

57:53

We turn up the mics and dim the lights for a session with Dr. Cicely Mitchell, Marcel Mercer, and Adrian Lindsey to explore the soulful world of Missy Lane's Assembly Hall. Discover the heart behind this unique jazz club and coffee bar in downtown Durham and get an insider perspective on its vibrant music scene. From classic to modern jazz vibes, e…

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Wrong Answers Only 42:38

2M ago42:38

42:38

Every now and then, there are times when I really just need to laugh. The world can feel so heavy, it’s nice to have an escape from time to time. On this week’s show, we play the game Wrong Answers Only with our producer, Ann Marie Taepke. In the game, we are given a piece of obscure trivia and we have to give the wrong answer on purpose. What tran…

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Heads Carolina, Tails California with Davis Family Vineyards 1:15:40

2M ago1:15:40

1:15:40

In this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, co-hosts Max and special guest Felicia Trujillo interview Guy Davis and his son, Cooper Davis of Davis Family Vineyards. They discuss their comprehensive winemaking journey, spanning from Sonoma, California to Highlands, North Carolina. The discussion delves into North Carolina's dist…

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Let Your Kids Quit with Dr. Hope Seidel 34:02

2M ago34:02

34:02

As someone who has said one of their family’s values is resilience, I have a hard time with seeing my kids quit something. If something isn’t serving me or isn’t something I am interested in, I have no problem saying no. (This took years to master, by the way.) So why do I have a problem with my kids wanting to quit something? This week, we invited…

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Margaux's: 32 Years of Culinary Innovation and Excellence 37:43

2M ago37:43

37:43

Having recently celebrated our nation's independence, this episode of the North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, celebrates 32 years of the independently owned Margaux's in Raleigh. The NC F&B Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, speaks with owner Steve Horowitz and Chef Andrew Pettifer, as they discuss the restaurant's history, ro…

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Life Lessons from Coaching Youth Sports 36:06

2M ago36:06

36:06

Penn here. The other day I drove home from rural North Carolina after yet another youth basketball tournament. There are moments I question my sanity for agreeing to coach my son’s basketball team. It’s a time and energy commitment that can be draining. But there’s something else too. Coaching his team has taught me a great deal and I believe has m…

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Honoring Heroes: A 4th of July Special 1:22:15

2M ago1:22:15

1:22:15

The North Carolina Food and Beverage Podcast, hosted by Max Trujillo and Matthew Weiss, celebrates Independence Day by featuring veterans who have found new purposes after their service. From farming at the Veteran's Farm of North Carolina with Robert Elliott to competitive shooting with Memorial Three Gun Foundation's Jordan Comstock and Seth Amid…

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Summer Mode & Mundane Celebrations 35:33

2M ago35:33

35:33

Hoping you all are enjoying your summer so far. Happy to say that Penn and I are currently in full-on summer mode. After a very busy spring with our book tour, we’ve been lucky enough to squeeze in some beach time in between work, sports, camps, and college prep for Lola. Penn Charles capped off his busy spring with a celebration for graduating fro…

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Caviar, Funyuns, Produce Aisles and Japanese TV: Chef Kevin Cottrell's Unusual Journey to Machete 56:51

3M ago56:51

56:51

Max Trujillo and special guest host Amber Freeman, from CBS’ My Carolina, talk with Kevin Cottrell, the executive chef and partner of Machete in Greensboro. The episode delves into the backstory of Machete, which opened in February 2020 right before the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and evolved from a supper club. Cottrell discusses his culinary journey, …

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Inside Out of Teen Emotions with Dr. Lisa Damour 37:09

3M ago37:09

37:09

Emotions are hard. Teen emotions are VERY hard. We brought in one of our favorite people to talk to us about the new Pixar movie, Inside Out 2. For the past four years, Dr. Lisa Damour has worked with the writers as they explore how becoming a teenager changes Riley’s emotional world. The author of three New York Times bestsellers, she helps highli…

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James Beard Awards 2024 RECAP! 15:01

3M ago15:01

15:01

Go behind the scenes and on the Red Carpet at the Lyric Auditorium in Chicago as we dive into the 2024 James Beard Awards! We're in town to support our NC nominated crews, such as Jamie Davis of the Hackney in Washington, NC, Crawford Hospitality for Outstanding Hospitality and Chef Dean Neff for Outstanding Chef. We take you inside, discuss what i…

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Drink A Full Mug of Inspiration with 321 Coffee 41:49

3M ago41:49

41:49

Here comes a full mug of motivation! Listen to Co-Founder of 321 Coffee's Lindsay Wrege speak about the inspiring stories and seeing potential in people that don't always get the opportunity to rise against odds. Coffee shop + roaster employs individuals with disabilities and brings excellent coffee to the community! We also speak with special gues…

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How Summer Has Changed 36:23

3M ago36:23

36:23

I have fond memories of riding bikes and walking around the mall, with my biggest worry being how to avoid the intense southern heat. Fast forward to today, my 17-year-old daughter’s summer is planned out to the minute. Between college applications, tennis, and being a normal social teenager, her schedule is could be compared to a complex military …

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Take Some Time with Broad Branch Distillery 54:04

3M ago54:04

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The best kept secret in Winston-Salem is Broad Branch Distillery - Until now. We tasted through the various whiskeys, ryes, and rums with Anna Windham and Donald Jenkins of Broad Branch Distillery. That was a memorable afternoon of tasting. And their commitment for flavors is quite inspiring. Listen in to hear how they started the distillery, the c…

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What Your Dreams Actually Mean with Jane Teresa Anderson 50:13

3M ago50:13

50:13

Penn and I do lots of things together. We work together, we live together, we travel together, and now we… dream together? (No, like literally the same dream. What do dreams mean?!) On this week’s podcast, we brought in expert dream analyst Jane Teresa Anderson to see if she could unravel that dream for us (and she also unraveled some of yours from…

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Get to Know The Single Handed Chef, Aaron Vaughen 1:00:48

3M ago1:00:48

1:00:48

Bonus Follow the personal journey of Aaron Vaughen, navigating life post-brain injuries focusing on resilience, adaptation, and purpose. The Single Handed Podcast covers Vaughn's challenges, culinary career, and transformation into 'The Single Handed Chef' post-injury, emphasizing inspiring others. Additionally, it touches on themes of embracing di…

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Operation: Chicken Sandwich with BB's Crispy Chicken 57:30

3M ago57:30

57:30

It's fried chicken, bun, pickle, mayo... and that's pretty much about it. But for some reason, we've all gone nuts for chicken sandwiches. And in this cloud of battered breasts and thighs emerges a concept that went high, not low. Chef driven, not robotic. And guess what...? They win. BB's Crispy Chicken out of the Triangle is truly the best of the…

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For The Moms With ADHD with Amy Marie Hann 36:53

3M ago36:53

36:53

What a journey this past month has been. Kim and I finished up our final book tour appearance last week in Minneapolis - and we loved meeting all of you! ADHD Is Awesome is research-based and we interviewed many doctors, psychologists, and psychiatrists to get as broad a perspective as possible. But in the end, it's written from my perspective. Whe…

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“I'm gonna fry chicken the rest of my life” - James Beard Finalist Jamie Davis of The Hackney 56:27

4M ago56:27

56:27

Chef Jamie Davis, executive chef at The Hackney in Washington, NC recently found out he was a James Beard Award semi-finalist for Best Chef Southeast, then he found out he was a finalist. What’s next? We will find out on June 10 in Chicago for the James Beard Awards 2024. Before then, Jamie shares his insights into his journey, from growing up in J…

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