Best Richard Blais Podcasts (2024)

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Diana Ganz of SuitShop & Jenny Robertson of FedEx 56:03

1+ y ago56:03

56:03

Co-founder of SuitShop and the Senior Vice President of Integrated Marketing and Communications at FedEx talk about what makes excellent customer service, managing deliveries during peak times, and building trustworthy, dedicated vendor partnerships. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.

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Clint Harp: Owner of Harp Design Co., Carpenter, & TV Host 59:38

1+ y ago59:38

59:38

Clint Harp, Owner of Harp Design Co., Carpenter, and TV Host (Restoration Road), talks about the building blocks for his business, running it with his wife, Kelly, and more. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.

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Anjula Acharia, Founder & CEO of A-Series Management & Investments 53:49

1+ y ago53:49

53:49

Anjula Acharia, Founder & CEO of A-Series Management & Investments, discusses finding unique brands and people to support and managing work-life balance. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.

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Salad vs. Mayonnaise Based Salads 44:16

1+ y ago44:16

44:16

Happy Holidays to our Food Court fans! And what better way to celebrate Hanukkah (or Christmas or Tuesday or whatever you're doing this week) than this very special episode featuring Seth Rogen (The Fablemans) and Lauren Miller Rogen (Like Father) discussing the world of mayonnaise based salads. The salads that make a deli a deli. Seth hates them, …

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Butter Pecan vs. Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream 1:03:50

1+ y ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Season 3 is winding down but we're going out with a bang and not a whimper. This week friends and podcast co-hosts Busy Philipps (Girls 5Eva, Busy Philipps is Doing Her Best, Cougar Town) and Caissie St. Onge (Busy Philipps is Doing Her Best, Busy Tonight, Watch What Happens) had a hard time coming up with something argue about but then came up wit…

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Jeni Britton, Founder of Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams 45:24

1+ y ago45:24

45:24

Jeni Britton, Founder of Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams, dishes up details on her background as an artist, the inspiration behind her unique ice cream business, and more. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.By American Express

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Richard Blais: Chef, Author, & Restaurateur 46:43

1+ y ago46:43

46:43

Richard Blais, chef, cookbook author, and TV personality talks about running multiple restaurants and finding creative ideas. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.By American Express

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Tony Hawk, Professional Skateboarder & CEO of Birdhouse Skateboards 53:54

1+ y ago53:54

53:54

Tony Hawk, Professional Skateboarder and CEO of Birdhouse Skateboards, talks about turning a passion into a career and using his platform to help create skateparks in underserved communities. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.By American Express

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Chicken Sandwich Wars! 39:15

1+ y ago39:15

39:15

When we first started recording in early 2020, a guest was lined up who was excited to dig into the chicken sandwich wars but then covid shutdown came and the war on chicken sandwiches ended and the episode never happened. Cut to almost three years later and the topic is back! Chef Pyet DeSpain (Next Level Chef) is here to defend the Chic-fil-A chi…

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Spicy vs Not Spicy Food 42:34

1+ y ago42:34

42:34

Every season someone brings an "I love this" vs an "I hate this" take. Season 1 brought us loving cilantro vs. hating cilantro and then season 2 brought us the infamous loving butter vs. hating butter and now here we are in season 3 with another spicy (or not spicy depending on your taste) take. Does spicy food have a place? Chef and author Wylie D…

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Jason Oppenheim, President & CEO of The Oppenheim Group 53:00

1+ y ago53:00

53:00

Jason Oppenheim, President and CEO of The Oppenheim Group, award-winning real estate broker, and TV star (Selling Sunset) discusses his path from law to real estate, building a business, and more. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.

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Billy Porter, Award Winning Multi-Hyphenate & Founder of Incognegro Productions 52:58

1+ y ago52:58

52:58

Billy Porter, Founder of Incognegro Productions, Emmy, Grammy, and Two-Time Tony Award Winner is a boundary-breaking entertainer and entrepreneur. But feeling free to embrace his authenticity didn’t always come easily. Now he roots his business decisions in letting his full self shine brightly on the stage, screen, and behind the scenes. Hosted by …

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Deepica Mutyala, Founder and CEO of Live Tinted 55:10

1+ y ago55:10

55:10

As a kid, Deepica Mutyala, Founder and CEO of Live Tinted, knew she wanted to build a beauty brand someday. But that doesn’t mean it was easy: her bold ambitions required courage and confidence to create more makeup choices to help people of color feel beautiful and thrive. Hosted by author and entrepreneur, Suneel Gupta.…

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Savory Cornbread vs. Sweet Cornbread 37:23

1+ y ago37:23

37:23

Wow wow wow, as we approach the holiday season Chef Carla Hall is here to throw down for savory cornbread against her friend, fellow cook and writer, Chadwick Boyd, who is totally okay with a little extra sugar in the mix. Carla does NOT add extra sugar in her recipe and she has the evidence to prove it. This is a Food Court to remember with Carla …

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Dark Beer vs. Light Beer 32:21

1+ y ago32:21

32:21

This week in the Food Court we have two podcasters, lovers of the art of arguing and friends: Matt Frederick (Stuff They Don't Want You to Know) and Alex Williams (Ephemeral) take on the topic of dark beer vs. light beer. Which one is tastiest? Which one attracts the most snobs? Which one has notes of peanut butter? Which one did your grandpa drink…

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Hot Cereal vs. Cold Cereal 40:51

1+ y ago40:51

40:51

Today in the Food Court with Richard Blais we have a case of two cereals. Comedian and writer, Ashley Ray, is truly passionate about hot cereals of all kinds while her friend and fellow comedian/writer, Babs Gray, is equally passionate about a simple bowl of cold cereal. It's instant oats vs marshmallow stars, it's congee vs corn flakes and it's al…

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Popcorn Shrimp vs. Popcorn Chicken 42:47

1+ y ago42:47

42:47

Today in the Food Court we have comedian and writer, Marcy Jarreau (Brooklyn 99), here all the way from the Bayou to defend her beloved popcorn shrimp. Her friend, Michael McMillian (True Blood / My Crazy Ex-Girlfeiend), is from the midwest and here to tell us all that popcorn chicken is actually the best popcorned food. It gets verrrry personal an…

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Soft vs. Crunchy Tacos 44:03

1+ y ago44:03

44:03

It's a family food feud in the Food Court this week! Cousins Manolo and Sandra Vergara are in the studio (our first fully in-studio episode since March 2020!) to argue soft vs crunchy tacos. Many great side topics come up in this one including the Taco Bell menu, Julia Child, international chips, the best red carpet snacks, Oreos and even Abercromb…

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Ophira and Josh Bonus Content! 10:33

1+ y ago10:33

10:33

Richard was having so much fun with Ophira and Josh that they did this fun bit of bonus content. Listen to find out snap opinions on several food topics in a quick game we are calling Snack Attack! Josh, I see that you've added "year round ice coffee drinker" to your twitter bio. Or has a it always been there?! See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…

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Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee 51:45

1+ y ago51:45

51:45

This week in the Food Court we have two incredible comedians and coffee connoisseurs here to fight the battle between hot and iced coffee. Ophira Eisenberg veteran of NPR's Ask Me Another, the Moth and the new podcast Parenting is a Joke, is taking the position of hot coffee with a side of "is iced coffee even coffee?!?" while comedian and writer J…

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Dark vs. Milk Chocolate 35:45

2y ago35:45

35:45

Jordan Runtagh and Alex Heigl from the Too Much Information podcast are here to argue the virtues of dark and milk chocolate. It's a very good episode all the way through but the rebuttals in this one are a thing of beauty. literally. Enjoy this epic throwdown! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Crispy vs. Chewy Cookies 40:48

2y ago40:48

40:48

We're back! So sorry about the delay. What even is time anymore? Do not fret though because we are back with a BANG! On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais our judge is faced with a doozy of a debate. What's better- crispy or chewy cookies? And two people who are as good at talking as they are at cooking are here to lay it all out. John K…

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Hannah Bronfman: Founder of HBFIT, Author, & Activist 58:53

2y ago58:53

58:53

Hannah Bronfman, Founder of HBFIT, stretched her passion for wellness outside of the box – building a blog that became a successful subscription-based content hub with a dedicated community. Now she is moving the company a step further to incorporate both content and products – while prioritizing honesty and support for herself, her followers, and …

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Ryan Tedder, Frontman of OneRepublic & CPG Entrepreneur 56:15

2y ago56:15

56:15

Ryan Tedder, OneRepublic front man and founder of MAD TASTY sparkling water and emu hand sanitizer, has much more than music on his playlist. While still soaring through song, the CPG entrepreneur and investor successfully manages multiple income streams, from real estate to restaurants, to balance the notoriously hit-or-miss music industry. Hosted…

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Jessica Simpson, Owner of The Jessica Simpson Lifestyle Collection 54:24

2y ago54:24

54:24

Jessica Simpson, Owner of The Jessica Simpson Lifestyle Collection, singer, actress, and New York Times best-selling author, is taking full leadership of her namesake brand. As Jessica fought the outside noise to chart her own path, she stayed true to her voice and vision, amassing a faithful following of fans and fashion diehards eager to try on w…

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Kelly Love, Co-founder of Branch Basics 55:29

2y ago55:29

55:29

Kelly Love, Co-founder of Branch Basics, didn’t have a business background, but by fighting perfection, following her intuition, and asking for help, she and two friends built a brand that demonstrates what ‘clean’ products can be. Despite the hurdles along the way, the team took control of their product formula to build a strong, sustainable brand…

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Galyn Bernard & Christina Carbonell, Co-founders of Primary 58:29

2y ago58:29

58:29

Galyn Bernard and Christina Carbonell, Co-founders of Primary, built a brand with a bold idea: to redefine what kid’s clothing is and how consumers purchase it. That brighter vision includes prioritizing sustainability and transparency and implementing a company-wide four-day workweek, all with the goal of making excellent products that shine for b…

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Aimee Song, Founder & Fashion Designer of Song of Style 50:17

2y ago50:17

50:17

Aimee Song, Founder and Fashion Designer at Song of Style, evolved her passion for fashion from a blog into a fully bloomed business. After becoming a social media superstar, she finds ways to unwind offline, helping recharge her energy and creativity. Prioritizing balance helps Aimee boost the brand into its next exciting stages, including long te…

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Amirah Kassem, Founder of FLOUR SHOP 52:57

2y ago52:57

52:57

Amirah Kassem, Founder of FLOUR SHOP and a best-selling author, loves capturing the feeling of fun in her products, even if it means making a mess along the way. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, Amirah serves up slices of wisdom, including how her exploding cake went viral and how she uses her bright bursts of creativity to move the…

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John Jacobs, Co-founder of Life is Good® 52:58

2y ago52:58

52:58

John Jacobs, Co-founder & Chief Creative Optimist at apparel and accessories company Life is Good®, has a positive mindset that strengthens his brand and inspires people all over the country. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, John takes us on his journey from selling shirts on the streets of Boston in the ‘90s to building a $150 mill…

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Nate Berkus, Interior Designer 52:02

2y ago52:02

52:02

With a sharp eye for detail, award-winning interior designer, entrepreneur and best-selling author, Nate Berkus knows a lot about what it takes to build a successful business. On this episode of Business Class: Office Hours, Nate shares how he continues to build his brand and what drives him as a leader. Discover the inspiration behind Nate’s proje…

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The Full Food Court Theme Song! 1:02

2y ago1:02

1:02

Have you ever wondered how our whole song goes? Please enjoy the full Food Court theme song in all its glory. Arranged and preformed by Jason NeSmith with lyrics by Christopher Hassiotis wayyyy back in 2020 but most of its debate predictions have come true. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Martha Stewart, Founder of Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia 52:35

2+ y ago52:35

52:35

Martha Stewart is a culinary arts and home and garden expert who has informed and inspired millions of fans with her cookbooks and television programs. With perennial curiosity, a passion for discovery, and a desire to educate her fans, Stewart is as much a student of life as she is a teacher. She continues to expand new product lines, including Ma…

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Jay Shetty: Author, Purpose Coach, & Former Monk 58:24

2+ y ago58:24

58:24

Jay Shetty has led a life of radical pivots: at 18, he left his life as an undergraduate business student in London to become a monk. Through his studies, Shetty learned how to set intentions, be mindful, and overcome self-doubt. Equipped with his newfound tools, he turned to the business sector with the goal of spreading wisdom. Since then, Shetty…

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Seema Bansal Chadha & Sunny Chadha, Co-founders of Venus ET Fleur 53:40

2+ y ago53:40

53:40

Venus ET Fleur Co-founders, Seema Bansal Chadha and Sunny Chadha, abide by the saying: “If you want a job done right, do it yourself.” After an underwhelming experience with a Valentine’s Day bouquet, the couple decided to take it upon themselves to create a luxury, long-lasting bouquet service that focuses on quality over quantity. Their can-do at…

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Rebecca Minkoff, Creative Director and Founder 47:38

2+ y ago47:38

47:38

Pursuing your passion and keeping the momentum going: that’s how Rebecca Minkoff built a world-class fashion brand. She started her own company at 25, designing shirts, handbags, and more, all while navigating the ups and downs of a rapid rise to fame. While encountering no shortage of hurdles along the way, her fearlessness and passion guided her …

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Richard Moross, Founder and CEO of MOO 49:02

2+ y ago49:02

49:02

Richard Moross entered the design field with the goal of disrupting the print industry. After a false start with an initial brand concept, he went back to the drawing board and came back to the table with Moo.com. Today, the digital business card company is a leading example of tech-savvy entrepreneurship in the design and print industries. In this…

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Amanda Hesser, Founder and CEO of Food52 51:38

2+ y ago51:38

51:38

After 7 years as the New York Times food editor and publishing a best-selling cookbook, Amanda Hesser set her sights on a new entrepreneurial challenge. She co-founded Food52, the award-winning recipe exchange community, to help chefs at any level support each other 52 weeks a year. In this Office Hours episode, Hesser spoke with host Suneel Gupta …

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Jonathan Adler: Potter, Designer, & Founder 48:57

2+ y ago48:57

48:57

Jonathan Adler found himself in an all-too-common predicament after graduating college: "What do I do next?” Above all else, Adler believed in his own creative instincts when it came to his love of pottery. By staying resilient, keeping his eyes on the prize, and doing what he loved, his break finally came when his work was featured in a Barney’s s…

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Payal Kadakia, ClassPass Founder, Artist, and Author of LifePass 48:26

2+ y ago48:26

48:26

While searching for dance classes in New York, Payal Kadakia and her friends struggled to find studios they could attend. Not one to sit idly by, she created her own app, ClassPass, that would allow users to find and experience new forms of fitness. Today, the company is a tech phenomenon operating around the globe connecting users to thousands of …

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Chef Stephanie Izard, Founder of Girl & the Goat 49:16

2+ y ago49:16

49:16

Since her first day as a culinary graduate student, Stephanie Izard knew that she had found her calling in the food industry. As the owner of five restaurants, including Girl & the Goat, Izard has a wealth of experience not only cooking professionally, but running multiple businesses. In this Office Hours episode, Izard tells the story of the early…

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Issa Rae & Hannah Diop, Co-owners of Sienna Naturals 43:48

2+ y ago43:48

43:48

Issa Rae and Hannah Diop came from different professional backgrounds, but they found common ground in their mutual love of clean ingredients. The duo partnered to provide the cosmetics market with clean, vegan textured hair care products that are good for both your health and the environment. In a recent live Office Hours with host Suneel Gupta, t…

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Ellen Marie Bennett, Founder of Hedley & Bennett 48:52

2+ y ago48:52

48:52

Hedley & Bennett founder Ellen Bennett started her company with little more than a dream. Through tenacity, grit, and business savviness, her designer kitchenware and aprons are now world-famous, and used by some of the most prestigious names in the culinary industry. In this Office Hours episode, she sits down with host Suneel Gupta to discuss how…

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Buffalo vs. Lemon Pepper Wings 36:37

3y ago36:37

36:37

In the season two finale of Food Court with Richard Blais Richard is faced with two old friends with a score to settle. Food writers, critics and podcast hosts Jennifer Zyman (The Food that Binds) and Mara Davis (Sounds Delicious) are here to argue which is better? The old standby; buffalo wings or the scrappy upstart; lemon pepper wings. Two citie…

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Roni Frank, Co-founder of Talkspace 46:20

3y ago46:20

46:20

Roni Frank is the Co-founder of and Head of Clinical Services at the leading virtual behavioral healthcare company Talkspace. Frank started Talkspace with her husband in 2012. Frank describes her journey from an unfulfilled software developer to inspired entrepreneur, how Talkspace pivoted to handle explosive growth during the pandemic, her persona…

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Zoe Krislock, CEO of MiniLuxe 31:09

3y ago31:09

31:09

MiniLuxe, an ethics-driven nail salon chain, is on a mission to make the business of self-care safer and more equitable for all. We sat down with CEO Zoe Krislock to talk about the on the challenges and rewards of running a purpose-driven commercial organization, the reimagining of their service-based business during COVID and what MiniLuxe is doin…

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Rosario Dawson & Abrima Erwiah, Co-founders of Studio 189 55:55

3y ago55:55

55:55

Since 2013, actor and activist Rosario Dawson and former luxury fashion brand executive Abrima Erwiah have been building Studio 189, a sought-after clothing line that promotes and curates authentic African designs. In this episode, the founders explain how they’re using fashion itself as an agent for social change and the practical lessons they’ve …

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Trixie Mattel, Founder of Trixie Cosmetics 35:30

3y ago35:30

35:30

Comedian, drag queen, musician and entrepreneur, Trixie Mattel knows a thing or two about making things work. “With drag queens especially,” she says, “we're not used to having every amenity. I mean, at a drag show, you know, it can be a barn light and a milk crate and a broken jukebox.” In this episode, the Founder of Trixie Cosmetics, explains ho…

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Egg and Cheese vs. Egg and Cheese 44:33

3y ago44:33

44:33

On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais our judge will have to decide a very regional debate. In NY/NJ delis and bodegas egg and cheese sandwiches are a way of life; but what defines these popular sandwiches? Chris Gethard (Beautiful/Anonymous, The Chris Gethard Show) is here to argue that the parameters are very specific while Hallie Bull…

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White Meat vs. Dark Meat 38:27

3y ago38:27

38:27

On this episode of Food Court with Richard Blais two longtime friends and co-hosts of The Kitchen, Geoffrey Zakarian and Jeff Mauro, break it down and get into the meat of this debate- what's the best? White meat or dark meat? Richard has his work cut out for him while he fights to get a word in. Do these two even hear the gavel? Tune in to find ou…

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