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This expert show is dedicated to the workforce of today and tomorrow. Pete ‘the Job Guy’ Langlois introduces his listeners to Jacksonville’s most innovative companies, and he explores the career journeys behind some of Jacksonville’s top influential individuals, all done with an honest and entertaining filter.
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Running, Life and Stuff is a brand-new, fortnightly podcast launched by Craig on 2 January 2024, where he chats all things … well … running, life and stuff. Craig’s a trail runner, coffee lover and adventure seeker. He’s also an ordinary guy in his 40’s, with a hectic job in the health and fitness industry, who unexpectedly found himself back on the dating scene after his marriage ended during lockdown. In 2023 Craig took part in the Race Across Scotland, a 215-mile ultra marathon covering o ...
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Your least pretentious food-loving friends break down the food news, culture, and happenings of the day. Hosted by Luca Servodio, a guy who ate 100 Los Angeles pizzas in 2021, visited 100 LA taquerias in 2022, and reviewed 100 epic LA sandwiches in 2023. This year, he's visiting 100 epic LA noodle shops. Check him out @TheLACountdown on Instagram and TikTok. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thelafoodpodcast/support
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Today on the LA Food Podcast, the most recognizable chef on the planet joins us for an interview - and I’m not talking about Chef Boyardee. Wolfgang Puck is with us today, alongside his son Byron Lazaroff Puck for honestly one of my favorite conversations we’ve ever had on this platform. Wolfgang has been one of the most if not THE most trailblazin…
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Peter's back to tell Craig about how he did in his Lavaredo Ultra Trail for Alzheimer's, he did it with relative ease... Even if he did have to backtrack a little bit. Peter's JustGiving Page for Alzheimer's: https://www.justgiving.com/page/peter-wilmot-lavaredo-ultratrail-120km?utm_term=YG7gekpj3 To get in touch with the Pod, please email: craig@r…
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Today on the LA Food Podcast, which LA restaurant was named one of Bon Appetit’s Best New Restaurants of 2024? What’s the secret to Chef Josiah Citrin’s longevity? And which famous Los Angeles fruit did Tejal Rao dedicate an entire New York Times column to? Father Sal’s with us to discuss all of it, in addition to the pros and cons of guest chef di…
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What do we make of Poltergeist and Button Mash closing? Was The LA Times out of line in writing about chef-driven optimism during the tough times restaurants are facing? And why does it matter that yet another LA chef has earned a place on Food & Wine’s vaunted list of Best New Chefs? Father Sal’s with us to discuss all of the above plus, why Taste…
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We're at the tail end of summer and the night's are drawing in (nobody mention the "C word" though!). On this episode you'll hear Craig's tips to be safe while running in the dark. Tyles is in France and Craig wants to contact her SO badly, even though she's on holiday she makes a quick guest appearance with an update which will help improve Anglo-…
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We’re joined on today’s pod by the icon known as Joe Sasto. Joe is a Michelin-pedigree chef whose exploits at San Francisco’s Quince and Lazy Bear earned him the chance to go on Top Chef. His high-octane performance on his season earned him a third-place finish, the opportunity to compete on Top Chef All-Stars, and more importantly, a place in the …
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Today on The LA Food Podcast, is Langer’s closing for good? Is Chick-Fil-A going to save Hollywood? And does JD Vance even know what a donut is? Father Sal is physically with us in Los Angeles today to discuss all this and more. We recap all of the amazing food he’s had in LA this week, from a beachside South American feast to an all-time steak din…
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2 DJ's in one episode? Music can lift you, motivate you and inspire you to be better. Craig and Anna are joined by Max Tyler and Tom Watts, 2 talented artists who make the kind of music you're probably listening to on your evening run! Max's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxtylerofficial/ Max's Website: https://maxtylerofficial.com/ Tom's In…
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Today on the LA Food Podcast, is work/life balance possible in fine dining? What the heck is postmodern craft beer? And why should Angelenos care about the passing of Famous Amos founder Wally Amos? James Beard-nominated reporter Gab Chabran is with us today to explore all of these topics, and to tell us why he believes the city’s best tacos are in…
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Today on the LA Food Podcast, is Bill Esparza revolutionizing the restaurant review or is he merely feeding his ego? There’s an Anthony Bourdain biopic in the works, a New York Times article on whether the robots are ready to run restaurants, and a lightning round of bad idea / horrible idea featuring ice cream flavored water and and a Bon Appetit …
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The link between physical and mental health has never disputed. In this episode, Craig and Anna talk to Mark Rowland (CEO of The Mental Health Foundation), about the impact of running on your mental health and about the amazing work of the charity. Craig is running 3000 miles in support of the foundation, please show your support here: https://www.…
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Michelin held its 2024 California Guide Ceremony earlier this week, and it’s fair to say that LA restaurants fared rather well. Jordan Kahn’s Vespertine earned back its 2 stars, Holbox, Uka and Meteora earned their first, and LA also dominated the list of new Bib Gourmands. But, like I ask my therapist on a weekly basis, what does it all mean? Fath…
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We’re joined on the pod today by none other than Father Sal. As you know, dear listener, Father Sal doesn’t actually live in Los Angeles, but when he does visit our city, which happens often, he always comes prepared with the most thorough itineraries humankind has ever seen. If planning were an Olympic sport, Father Sal would take home gold, silve…
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One ultra marathon is a pretty big undertaking.... imagine doing two back to back. Craig's been up to that, and you'll hear the effects during this episode, along with the dangers of handling nuts and melons at the same time! 🥜🍈 Craig's full of gratitude for his support crew.... massive love to them 😍 A slide at a hotel may sound like fun, but the …
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We’re joined today by Leah Marcus and Yasaman Bakhtiar, the co-founders of Good Girl Snacks, a company you might be familiar with if you’ve come across their viral Hot Girl Pickles on your social media feed. Yasaman and Leah join us to share their story of ditching their day jobs as recent grads to start a pickle company with a Gen Z twist. We’re a…
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This week, legendary LA food writer Bill Esparza made waves when he dropped a scathing review of Villa’s Tacos on his Instagram stories. The review had been building for weeks, if not more than a year, and its Kendrick-style intensity left all of Los Angeles talking. Father Sal is with us today to dive deep into the situation, including what led to…
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Over the last few weeks Craig and Anna have talked to some amazing guests, during this episode you'll hear a "progress check" to see your their recent marathons went. We've been releasing material for 6 months now, and having collated your thoughts and feedback, one question keeps coming up: "Who the hell is Anna"; during this episode we'll delve d…
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Father Sal is with us today to talk about the LA Times’ 2024 Restaurant of the Year Baroo. We break down what the award means, why it’s significant, and why we are so excited for our upcoming meal at this very special restaurant. We also talk about the LA Times’ Gold Award winner, the rise of non-alcoholic beer, and the sudden closure of Rampart Vi…
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Part 2 of our The Bear Season 3 recap. Father Sal is with us to break down episodes 6-10. If you listened to Part 1 on Monday, you'll know that we weren't too sweet on episodes 1-5. Did the second half of the season change our opinion? Not exactly, but keep listening to find out where exactly we feel the show got lost in the sauce, and most importa…
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In this episode, Craig and Anna are joined by Jennifer Mannion. Jen started with a 5k and became hooked! She founded the brilliant Runners and Stunners community, which supports females of all running abilities. Follow Jen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyyy_fit/?hl=en Jennifer's Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0ndX…
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Father Sal and I recap episodes 1-5 of The Bear Season 3, which is now streaming on Hulu. Helpful links:The Bear https://www.hulu.com/series/the-bear-05eb6a8e-90ed-4947-8c0b-e6536cbddd5f--Get 10% off when you use code "LAFOOD" on House of Macadamias https://www.houseofmacadamias.com/pages/la-foods--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify…
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Santiago Lastra is the chef of Michelin-starred restaurant KOL in London. He visited in LA on the heels of the World’s 50 Best ceremony in Las Vegas, where KOL was named the number 17 best restaurant in the world. He stopped by the City of Angels for a special collab dinner with Vespertine’s Jordan Kahn, and I’m really honored he made time to grab …
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Top Chef Season 21 is in the books. A champion has been crowned, both for Top Chef and our LA Food Pod Fantasy Top Chef. Father Sal and I are joined by Jessie Evans also known as Jessie Eats, and Daniel Wargo AKA Forking Around to recap the finale and the season as a whole. But first, a few things that caught my eye this week. An iconic LA fast foo…
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In this episode, Craig and Anna are joined by Peter Wilmot who is running 120K on the Lavaredo Ultra Trail for Alzheimer's Society. He chats about the run, his goals, finding the ideal pace and why he's fundraising for the cause. Peter's JustGiving Page for Alzheimer's: https://www.justgiving.com/page/peter-wilmot-lavaredo-ultratrail-120km?utm_term…
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Kuya Lord’s Chef Lord Maynard Llera took home this James Beard Award this week for Best Chef California, and we’d like to extend him and his whole staff a heartfelt LA Food Pod congratulations. Today’s episode is all about awards. I’m joined by Father Sal to discuss LA’ showing at the Beards, as well as some of the most interesting takeaways from t…
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Gabe Kennedy is the all-star chef behind Highland Park’s Checker Hall. He joins us today to tell us his high-octane journey, which includes winning Anthony Bourdain’s competition show “The Taste,” co-founding one of the hottest plant-based supplement companies on the market, and uprooting his life in New York to relocate to LA and grace our city wi…
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Using science in your training is awesome, but sometimes the stats, metrics and terminology are confusing and intimidating. Friend of the show Lois (from the Sport Performance Centre at Loughborough University) makes the numbers understandable for mere mortals. CryoRefresh: https://www.cryorefresh.co.uk/ Lois' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/…
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We’re joined on today’s episode by the Infatuation’s Brant Cox for the first-ever in person podcast in LA Food Pod history. Brant and I met up for lunch at Mae Malai in Thai Town for some wonderful boat noodles (and much more). We caught up about what it’s like to be BFFs with Chris Pine, where he’s been eating lately, and oh yeah, a little thing c…
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Eddie Navarrette is the Executive Director of the Independent Hospitality Coalition in addition to being one of LA’s foremost consultants in helping restaurants navigate the debilitatingly confusing process of opening their doors. He’s been at the center of advocating for restaurants for several years now, helping shape much needed policies for boo…
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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff! Welcome to this episode, which was recorded before the London marathon in 2024. Craig and Anna are joined by Amy, who's aiming to join the 100 Marathon Club. At the time of recording, she was just about to run …
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A midseason check in on Season 21 of Top Chef. We’re about half way through the season, so LA Food Pod Top Chef correspondent Father Sal is on the pod to dissect the highs, lows and everything in between. We’re also joined by two of my new favorite people - Bits Nicholas and Nancy DaSilva, the hosts of Compliments to the Chef, the must-listen Top C…
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We’re joined by none other than Bill Esparza, the legendary award-winning writer, author, TV fixer and saxophonist. Maybe you’ve read his reporting at Eater, maybe you’ve eaten at one of his many finds, or maybe you’ve seen him on shows like Somebody Feed Phil. Regardless of where you know him from, Bill’s one of the most essential voices in LA foo…
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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff! Welcome to this episode, today Craig and Anna are joined by Dan from the Matlock running club, it's a tight knit group of runners who share what they love doing... So why should you join a running club? For the…
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We give flowers to the very deserving LA-based journalists and writers who did score James Beard nominations, including Gab Chabran, Daniel Hernandez and Noah Galuten. We also talk about what we learned from a New Yorker deep dive on the Wild West that is restaurant reservations, why Angelenos are flocking to two new bakeries that opened this week,…
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Coachella is behind us, my friends, and your humble podcast host had the chance to descend on the desert to catch up with 8 amazing chefs who were out there serving their food to the masses. Today’s episode is a compilation of those conversations. I spoke with Eric Greenspan about his latest concepts, including a delivery-only duck pop-up you simpl…
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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff! Welcome to this episode! Today, Craig and Anna are joined by Phil, from Cryo Refresh. Along with Craig, he advocates heavily for cryotherapy. In this episode he explains why it's so beneficial to use cryo chamb…
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Wendy Zeng is an award-winning chef and owner known around town and beyond for hosting cannabis-infused pop-ups, supper clubs and events. Make no mistake - we’re not talking about stoner food here, no shade to stoner culture. Wendy’s all about leaning into market-driven ingredients in the name of building community and destigmatizing recreational c…
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Daniele Uditi is the chef and partner behind Pizzana, one of Los Angeles’ best and most influential pizzerias. Daniele joins us for a wide-ranging conversation that covers everything from his upbringing living above his aunt’s bakery near Naples, Italy, to his spontaneous relocation to Los Angeles which ultimately led him to meeting Candace Nelson …
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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff! Welcome to this episode! Today, Craig and Anna are joined by Lois, a Performance Physiologist from Loughborough University, the sporting capital of the UK! She explains why scientific training is beneficial and…
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Father Sal joins us. There's a quick Top Chef recap, including a Kristen Kish assessment. Father Sal also fills us in on The Bear clip that leaked. News-wise we cover the announcement of the 2024 James Beard Award Finalists, a scathing Taste Magazine expose on the grocery store known as Trader Joe’s, and a long overdue minimum wage hike coming to C…
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We’re joined by Scott Linder, one of the Founders and Operating Partners behind Matū, which just might be my favorite steakhouse in all of Los Angeles. Matū is famous for its dedication to serving only the highest quality grass-fed wagyu beef. But that’s not all - as they were getting ready to launch the restaurant, Scott and his fellow founders sp…
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During this episode Craig chats about his recent experience in Marbella at the CXM Sierra Blanca. Not only was the 42.2km brilliantly signposted (he didn't get lost once), the food points catered for his nut allergy. It wasn't just the perfect ultra....it was the perfect buffet! See more on their official site: https://en.cxmsierrablanca.com/ To ge…
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We're joined by Charbel Hayek, a Top Chef champion and World-All Stars contestant who’s recently opened up one of Los Angeles’ buzziest new restaurants. Charbel is the mastermind behind Ladyhawk, which opened last year inside of the La Peer Hotel in West Hollywood. Ladyhawk has been earning rave reviews for its forward-thinking Eastern Mediterranea…
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Top Chef is back! Season 21 kicks off next week March 20 in Wisconsin, and there are plenty of changes afoot. We discuss the changes, and hold our 2024 Fantasy Top Chef Draft. We’re expanding the competition this year and joining us are none other than Jessie Evans, also known as Jessie Eats, and Daniel Wargo, also known as Forking Around. Will one…
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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff! Welcome to this episode! During this one you'll hear some pros and cons of dating other runners from a professional relationship coach - the best advice on the market! Rachel New is a dating and relationship co…
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Today, the first ever crossover pod in LA Food Podcast history. I (Luca) joined the PIE 2 PIE podcast, hosted by Hot Tongue Pizza's Alex Koons, to talk about pizza, influencers, and much, much more. Alex is making one of Los Angeles' best pizzas at Hot Tongue in Silver Lake. I loved talking to him about his pizza journey, from delivering pies at To…
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Joining us today on the podcast is our very own Prodigal Father-turned-television correspondent, Father Sal. If you have a Hulu subscription, a Netflix subscription or a keen eye for billboards, you’ve probably seen an ad for one of David Chang’s many shows recently. Sal and I are going to do a bit of a deep dive into the world of Chrissy & Dave Di…
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Craig's a trail runner, coffee lover, and adventure seeker. Join him fortnightly on a Tuesday as he chats all things running, life & stuff! Welcome to this episode! During this one you'll hear some pros and cons of dating other runners—with plenty or listener input along the way! 😁 To get in touch with the Pod, please email: craig@runninglifestuff.…
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The inaugural LA Wine and Food Festival is coming to Santa Monica pier next week (March 1-3). Organizer Cecile Rebbot joins us to offer a sneak peak at what you can expect from this bona fide chef-a-palooza. Plus, my thoughts on Eater's 2024 "Where to Eat" list, Mona Holmes' article on whether LA has achieved "peak smashburger," and what restaurant…
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Joining us today on the podcast are Courtney Kaplan and Charles Namba, the duo behind Echo Park’s Tsubaki and Ototo, as well as the upcoming project Camelia, in the Arts District. Both Tsubaki and Ototo have been making serious noise for years, in Los Angeles and beyond. Their modern, California-centric approach to the classic izakaya experience ha…
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