Podcasts by The Dave Chang Show
Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.
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Spaghetti and Meatballs, Onion Rings, 'Ted Lasso' (Again), and Spicy Thai Food | My Opinion Is Fact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave, Chris Ying, and producer Isaac Lee offer their thoughts on a variety of topics, including spaghetti and meatballs, eggnog, onion rings, TV shows they are watching right now, cocktails, their ...
ListenWhat Chefs Can Learn From ‘Ted Lasso,’ and BBQ With Kevin Bludso from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave discusses the lessons that can be learned from the sitcom ‘Ted Lasso’ (0:00) before he and Chris Ying sit down with legendary pitmaster Kevin Bludso to talk all things barbecue (7:00).
ListenSweet Pancakes Have Got to Go, Sesame Oil > Olive Oil, and Why the Garde-Manger Should Be Respected More | My Opinion Is Fact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave explains why key lime pie is the only acceptable pie to eat (0:00) before bringing in Chris Ying and producer Isaac Lee to riff on a variety of topics (6:30): pancakes, extra virgin olive oil,...
ListenCL on Representing Korean Culture and Breaking the Mold from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris briefly talk with producer Isaac Lee about K-pop’s rise as an international phenomenon (0:00) before Dave’s interview with global superstar musician CL (18:30) about her complex iden...
ListenKorean BBQ, Korean Quarantine, and Jimmy Kimmel! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave explains the virtues of Korean barbecue (1:00) and calls up his producer Isaac Lee to talk about how South Korea is successfully containing COVID-19 (5:12). Then, Jimmy Kimmel comes on (14:46)...
ListenLeftovers, School Lunches, Dining Solo, and MSG Popcorn | My Opinion Is Fact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave talks about the exquisite experience of eating at El Bulli before bringing in his producers to discuss a variety of topics: frozen pizza, leftovers, hobbies, school lunches, mochi ice cream, s...
Listen#AskDave, Vol. 6 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave describes the deliciousness of Peking duck (0:00) before answering questions sent in by you, the listeners (8:00).
Listen‘Recipe Club’ Pre-Opening Diaries from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave talks through the best foods to get delivered (0:00) before discussing the trials and tribulations of spinning off ‘Recipe Club,’ first with Chris Ying and Priya Krishna toward the beginning o...
ListenWhy Work Feels Harder Now. Plus, Dads Vol. 8 With Chef Magnus Nilsson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers talk through the unique fatigue of working during the pandemic (0:00). Then, chef Magnus Nilsson (formerly of the two Michelin-starred Fäviken) joins to discuss his illustrio...
ListenStress-Eating Through the Election, Wine Snobs Are Better Than Beer Snobs, and Everyone Should Eat Gim | My Opinion Is Fact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers recap how they spent election week (0:00) before running through a variety of topics, including slow cookers, pretzels, beer/wine snobs, gim, and stress-eating foods (32:00).
ListenProcessing the 2020 Election. Plus, the Bad Movie Club With Patton Oswalt: ‘Battle Beyond The Stars’ (1980) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers talk through their emotions about the United States’ 2020 election week and debate how the nation could move forward from this historic moment (0:00). Then, Dave and Chris si...
ListenAsian Supermarkets, Road Trips, Best Potato Dishes, Horror Films, and Subway Sandwiches | My Opinion Is Fact from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers riff on a variety of topics, including mac and cheese, East Asian grocery stores, road trips (and driving in general), makgeolli, the best way to eat a potato, horror movies,...
ListenNut Milk, Kombucha, Lengua (and Other Culinary “Adventures”). Plus: Election Preview With Alex Wagner. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers riff on a few culinary topics including milk substitute beverages, the kombucha craze, and beef tongue. Then, they sit down with politics journalist and ‘The Circus’ cohost A...
ListenMy Opinion Is Fact: Instant Coffee, White Claw, and Top-Five Candy Bars from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers link up once again for the lightning-round segment now officially named My Opinion Is Fact. Topics include: coffee snobbery, adventures in alcohol, best candy bars, feline pe...
Listen33 Rules for Becoming a Chef, Rule 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris are joined by ‘Top Chef’ star Kwame Onwuachi to discuss racial equity in the culinary industry and explore the second rule from Dave’s "Rules for Becoming a Chef," as detailed his ne...
ListenBest Breakfast Cereals, Tipping During the Pandemic, and Underrated Foods. Plus: Too Small to Fail Vol. 13, With Chef Éric Ripert of Le Bernardin. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris once again power up their state-of-the-art “supercomputer” (which sounds conspicuously like their producer Isaac Lee) to answer a variety of questions posed by its intelligent algori...
Listen#AskDave, Vol. 5 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers answer questions sent in by you, the listeners! Topics include: labeling tape, mukbangs, the fallacy of recipes, and more.
ListenDads With a Mom, Chef Asha Gomez. Plus, the Basketball GOAT, Crab vs. Lobster, and Uncomfortable Dinner Table Convos. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and his producers explore a variety of topics algorithmically chosen through a “supercomputer” (0:54) before bringing in chef Asha Gomez to discuss parenting a teenager and educating through f...
ListenTop Five Condiments and East African Food With Hawa Hassan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris are joined by Basbaas CEO Hawa Hassan to discuss introducing the larger American audience to East African cuisine (1:17) before debating their five favorite condiments (31:02). You c...
ListenGood Tortillas and California Politics: The Gustavo Arellano Experience from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris are joined by Los Angeles Times columnist Gustavo Arellano to react to President Donald Trump contracting COVID-19 (0:34) and explain the widely misunderstood political history of Ca...
ListenThe Bad Movie Club: ‘The F Word'/'What If’ (2013) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris make the mistake of allowing their producer Isaac Lee to select his favorite film of all time—the Canadian romantic comedy ‘The F Word’ (also known as ‘What If’ in the United States)...
ListenName This Podcast from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In yet another new gimmick meant to distract from the goings-on of the world, Dave’s team puts him through a round of rapid-fire questions in the style of ‘Pardon the Interruption.’ Please vote on ...
ListenEverything Is Terrible, So Let’s Eat Our Feelings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying briefly take stock of current events (0:11) before ranking their respective top five foods to order for delivery and/or takeout (18:27).
Listen#AskDave, Vol.4 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave is joined by his producers, Chris Ying and Isaac Lee, for a chaotic and haphazard conversation that goes on for an inarguably exorbitant amount of time (3:12) before finally answering some mai...
ListenDads, Vol. 6 With Lisa Joy and Jonathan Nolan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up ‘Westworld’ creators and parents of two, Lisa Joy and Jonathan Nolan, to discuss raising children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ListenThe Bad Movie Club: ‘The Last Dragon’ (1985) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by polymath and three-peat guest Eddie Huang to discuss the underappreciated 1985 martial arts comedy film ‘The Last Dragon’ and how the movie became a cultural landm...
Listen‘Eat a Peach’ Preopening Diaries With Gabe Ulla from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave discusses his upcoming book, ‘Eat a Peach: A Memoir,’ with Chris Ying and coauthor Gabe Ulla. ‘Eat a Peach: A Memoir’ releases on September 8, 2020 wherever books are sold; pre-order now online.
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 12: John Hall from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by Post Office Pies chef John Hall of Birmingham, Alabama, to discuss operating restaurants during COVID-19.
ListenDads, Vol. 5 With Ravi Patel (Part 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave reiterates the urgency for Asian Americans to join in the fight against systemic racism (0:50) before resuming his conversation with actor-filmmaker Ravi Patel on parenting and being parented,...
ListenDads, Vol. 5 With Ravi Patel (Part 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by actor-filmmaker Ravi Patel to discuss parenting and being parented, as well as his upcoming docuseries ‘Ravi Patel’s Pursuit of Happiness’ on HBO Max.
ListenPost-Opening Diaries: Lisa Donovan (‘Our Lady of Perpetual Hunger’) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying catch up with Lisa Donovan, author of the riveting new memoir ‘Our Lady of Perpetual Hunger,’ about what it's like to lay one's entire life out for people to see. The guys marve...
Listen#AskDave, Vol. 3 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying mercilessly roast their producer, Isaac Lee (0:13), before answering questions submitted by you, the listeners! (11:57)
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 11: Simone Tong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by chef Simone Tong of Little Tong Noodle Shop to discuss the complexities of opening her new restaurant, Silver Apricot, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ListenPadma Lakshmi: American Food Is Immigrant Food from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave addresses the rapid closures of many independent restaurants across the United States (1:07) before bringing in ‘Top Chef’ and ‘Taste the Nation’ host Padma Lakshmi to discuss the inseparable ...
ListenA Training Session With the World’s Best Executive Coach from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by world-renowned executive coach Marshall Goldsmith for a deep exploration of leadership and management. Warning: This episode goes off the rails, even for us—in a g...
ListenThe Recipe Club, Vol. 2: Chicken Parm from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave, Chris Ying, and food writer Priya Krishna debate the best way to prepare a quintessential Italian American dish: chicken parmesan. They each present a recipe and, after individually cooking a...
ListenThe Bad Movie Club Redux: ‘Best of the Best’ (1989), With Teddy Zee from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying invite film producer Teddy Zee to tell them everything they got wrong about the 1989 martial arts film.
ListenWhat Bruce Lee Means to Asian Americans, With ‘Be Water’ Director Bao Nguyen from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by director Bao Nguyen to discuss his Bruce Lee documentary ‘Be Water,’ which explores the iconic Hong Kong actor’s life, impact, and legacy.
ListenThe Story Behind the Momofuku Chili Crunch, With Eddie Huang from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When the Momofuku team announced the arrival of the Chili Crunch, chef and polymath Eddie Huang raised some questions regarding its resemblance to the popular Chinese chili sauce Lao Gan Ma. Natura...
ListenWaiting for Eddie Huang from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
While on standby for next week’s guest, Eddie Huang, to join the call, Dave and Chris Ying venture into an interesting conversation that touches on a wide range of topics.
ListenThe Bad Movie Club: ‘Best of the Best’ (1989) With Mina Kimes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by ESPN’s Mina Kimes to discuss the truly nonsensical martial arts film ‘Best of the Best,’ starring Eric Roberts, James Earl Jones, and Sally Kirkland.
Listen#AskDave, Vol. 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave is joined by Chris Ying to answer questions sent in by you, the listeners! Topics include: 'Hamilton', air fryers, the Food Network, and more.
ListenThoughts on Lucky Peach from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares his thoughts on recent news regarding Lucky Peach and the L.A. Times.
ListenDads, Vol. 4 With Lolis Elie from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up food journalist and filmmaker Lolis Elie to discuss parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic.
ListenRediscovering Black Power With Professor Jeffrey Ogbar from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying and joined by Jeffrey Ogbar, professor at the University of Connecticut, historian, and author of ‘Black Power: Radical Politics and African American Identity.’ They trace the B...
ListenThe Recipe Club, Vol. 1: BLT from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave, Chris Ying, and food writer Priya Krishna debate the best way to prepare a classic American sandwich: the BLT. They each present a recipe and, after individually cooking all three, give their...
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 10: Ann Kim from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by Minneapolis chef Ann Kim to hear her unique perspective on operating restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic and being part of the Black Lives Matter movement.
ListenJoe Chang (1942–2020) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave honors his late father, Joe Chang.
ListenChris Shepherd: Using Food for Good and Safely Reopening Restaurants from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave is joined by Houston chef and restaurateur Chris Shepherd to discuss channeling cooking into charitable efforts and the inventive ways to ensure safety as dine-in restaurants begin to reopen a...
ListenDan Giusti: Black Lives Matter Is More Than a Moment, and How Food Professionals Can Be Part of Social Change from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up Brigaid chef Dan Giusti to discuss how the Black Lives Matter movement can continue to build long beyond the protests (2:19) and how the restaurant industry can help to ...
ListenLooking Back at America With Paul Carmichael from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying have a cathartic and eye-opening conversation with their friend, chef Paul Carmichael of Momofuku Seiobo. They discuss what Paul's been learning to cook while in quarantine, the...
ListenHow Asian Americans Can Better Support Black Lives Matter from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave calls up his producers, Chris Ying and Isaac Lee, to explore why Asian Americans can and should advocate for the Black community in the midst of ongoing protests against systemic racism and po...
ListenA Conversation With ‘Westworld’ Co-Creator Jonathan Nolan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up filmmaker Jonathan Nolan to hear his perspective on a wide range of topics, from interrogating the structures of Western society in light of the global pandemic to the p...
ListenCPG, Normal Pot, and Too Small to Fail, Vol. 9 With Lily Kwong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying explore the idea of restaurants selling consumer packaged goods and review some home cooking equipment (1:39) before calling up renowned landscape artist Lily Kwong to discuss h...
ListenDads, Vol. 3 With Wylie Dufresne from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying are joined by legendary chef and current full-time dad Wylie Dufresne to exchange stories about fathering children in the time of COVID-19.
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 8: Ben Leventhal from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up Ben Leventhal, cofounder of Eater and Resy, to discuss how the hospitality industry will change due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 7: Restaurant Closures | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying speak to Lincoln Carson of Bon Temps (2:44), Eric Bost of Auburn (29:54), and Marguerite Mariscal of Momofuku (55:08) about the experience of closing restaurants due to the COVI...
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 6: Jim Kim | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up former World Bank president and epidemiology expert Jim Kim to discuss the science-based methods for the United States to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
ListenThe Bad Movie Club: ‘Burnt’ (2015) | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up food personality Joe House to discuss the universally panned 2015 chef drama ‘Burnt’ and explain everything wrong with the film.
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 5: Wylie Dufresne | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave offers up an idea for the food delivery infrastructure in a post-COVID America (1:07) before calling up Chris Ying and legendary chef Wylie Dufresne to discuss how the pandemic has changed the...
Listen#AskDave, Vol. 1 | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying sit down to answer questions submitted by you, the listeners! Topics include: eating raw chicken, salting pasta water, food festivals, and much more.
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 4: Eddie Huang | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up BaoHaus chef Eddie Huang to discuss his recent move to Taipei, what Americans can learn from many East Asian countries’ success in handling the COVID-19 pandemic, how th...
ListenDads, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave calls up Majordomo Media head creative and father of two Chris Ying to discuss parenting young children under quarantine. Topics include: mispronouncing names in children’s books, the unique e...
ListenToo Small To Fail, Vol. 3: Jessica Koslow | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave explains his recent ventures on Instagram (2:32) before calling up Jessica Koslow of Sqirl and Chris Ying to discuss reshuffling a restaurant to give back to the community during this difficul...
ListenThe Bad Movie Club: ‘Demolition Man’ (1993) | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave addresses the increasingly perilous state of the restaurant industry amid the COVID-19 pandemic (1:08) before calling up his producers Chris Ying and Isaac Lee to explore the 1993 sci-fi/actio...
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 2: Marguerite Mariscal | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave and Chris Ying call up Momofuku CEO Marguerite Mariscal to discuss how the Momofuku restaurant group has navigated the COVID-19 pandemic thus far and how to move forward.
Listen‘Tigertail’ Pre-Opening Diaries | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with filmmaker Alan Yang to discuss his deeply personal film ‘Tigertail’ and how it portrays the Asian American experience. ‘Tigertail’ releases tomorrow, April 10, exclusively on Ne...
ListenToo Small to Fail, Vol. 1: Corey Lee | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave gives his homemade crepe recipe (0:37) before calling up three-Michelin-starred chef Corey Lee of Benu to discuss how the restaurant industry will have to change and rebuild in a post-pandemic...
ListenMr. Moms, Vol. 1: Cooking for Your Family in Quarantine | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In the first (and possibly last) episode of ‘Mr. Moms,’ Dave calls up Majordomo Media head creative and father of two Chris Ying to explore the challenges of cooking for their respective families w...
ListenHonoring Floyd Cardoz, Vendors During Quarantine, Instant Pots Are Stupid, and Regrowing Scallions | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave pays his respects to the late, great Floyd Cardoz, who passed away on March 25, 2020, due to complications from contracting COVID-19 (0:57). Then, he calls up Majordomo Media head of creative ...
ListenHow the COVID-19 Pandemic Is Hurting the Restaurant Industry | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave is joined by Majordomo Media’s head of creative Chris Ying to discuss the devastation that the COVID-19 pandemic is inflicting upon the restaurant industry and the policies that can be impleme...
ListenThe Legacy of Gray Kunz, Quart Containers, and Frozen Peas. Plus: The Current State of Geopolitics With Ian Bremmer | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave honors the life of the late great chef Gray Kunz, explains the utility of quart containers, and illustrates the unique advantages of frozen produce (1:09) before bringing in GZERO Media founde...
Listen‘Ugly Delicious’ Opening Diaries, With Morgan Neville | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave gives some restaurant recommendations, offers an alternative to hand sanitizer, and explains his declining interest for baseball (0:41) before sitting down with Oscar-winning director of ‘Ugly...
Listen‘Ugly Delicious’ Season 2 Preview, the Teflon Wok, and Jerry Saltz, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On the 100th episode of ‘The Dave Chang Show,’ Dave gives a preview of the upcoming second season of ‘Ugly Delicious’ and discusses the many uses of the teflon wok (1:46) before bringing in one of ...
ListenSpoons, Restaurant Recs, and Fly Fishing. Plus: Huey Lewis! | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with his producer, Isaac Lee, to discuss the importance of cooking spoons, recent food adventures, and the appeal of fly fishing (1:39). Then Dave is joined by rock legend Huey Lewis...
ListenKo Post-Opening Diaries | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Even for a Momofuku restaurant, Ko has gone through a lot of changes since opening its doors in 2008, all while maintaining two Michelin stars for the majority of its existence. Dave sits down with...
ListenHow Sweetgreen Became Sweetgreen, With Nicolas Jammet | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with Sweetgreen co-founder Nicolas Jammet to discuss the creation and growth of the restaurant chain as well as the philosophies behind the company’s ethos.
Listen‘Olympic Dreams’ Pre-Opening Diaries, With Jeremy Teicher and Alexi Pappas | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with ‘Olympic Dreams’ filmmakers Jeremy Teicher and Alexi Pappas to discuss the making of the unique romantic comedy set at the 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Games. You can watch ‘Olympic...
ListenA Candid Conversation Between Chef and Critic, With Adam Platt | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with New York Magazine’s esteemed food critic Adam Platt to discuss the unique relationship between restaurants and their media counterparts.
Listen‘Briarpatch’ Pre-Opening Diaries, With Andy Greenwald | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave is joined by cohost of ‘The Watch’ and creator of the upcoming USA Network series ‘Briarpatch’ Andy Greenwald to discuss the transition from critic to creator, the natural anxieties that escal...
ListenCooking As an Art, Vol. 4, With Alex Ross | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The culinary arts may seem to be only nominally related to the arts, but there are more similarities between the food world and the art world than you might think. Having already examined the conne...
ListenMajordomo Meat & Fish Pre-opening Diaries | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with key members from across the Momofuku team to discuss the opening of three new restaurants in the Palazzo tower at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas: Majordomo Meat & Fish, Moon P...
ListenLooking Back and Moving Forward, 2020 Edition | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
So much has happened to Dave in 2019. Here are some of his thoughts on the new year.
ListenDavid Epstein: The Paradox of (Non-)Expertise | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with ‘Range: Why Generalists Triumph in a Specialized World’ author David Epstein to discuss the myth of early specialization, the virtues of interdisciplinary training, and how this...
ListenChampioning Women Chefs, With Charlotte Druckman | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares some of his favorite food experiences of 2019 (1:54) before sitting down with ’Women on Food’ author Charlotte Druckman for a nuanced conversation on the many different systematic injus...
ListenThe King of Retail, Mickey Drexler | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with merchandising titan Mickey Drexler — known for his work stewarding the Gap, Abraham & Straus, Apple, J.Crew, and other successful businesses — to glean pearls of wisdom.
ListenThe Beauty of Indian Cuisine With Madhur Jaffrey | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with legendary food writer Madhur Jaffrey CBE to explore the great depths of Indian food and its relations with the Western world.
ListenRoy Shvartzapel Tells His Story | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with renowned pastry chef Roy Shvartzapel to discuss his extraordinary life and career: from being on a track to play basketball in the NBA to working in the most preeminent kitchens...
ListenMarco Canora, Dave’s First Chef | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with his very first chef, Marco Canora, to discuss his illustrious career, from starting as a line cook at the iconic Gramercy Tavern to becoming the chef-founder of Hearth and Brodo.
ListenThe 2019 Sports Mega-Pod, With Kevin Clark and Kevin O’Connor | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In honor of what is arguably the best time of the year for sports, Dave sits down with The Ringer’s resident NFL analyst Kevin Clark (5:42) and NBA analyst Kevin O’Connor (51:53) to draw parallels ...
ListenReassessing the Beard Awards With James Beard Foundation CSO Mitchell Davis | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with James Beard Foundation chief strategy officer Mitchell Davis to assess the state of the James Beard Foundation Awards and how it can improve.
ListenSean Brock: Rethinking Southern Food | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Recorded live at the 92nd Street Y in New York City, Dave interviews renowned chef Sean Brock about rediscovering the culinary heritage of the American South and pioneering within Southern cuisine....
ListenLessons From a Billionaire Investment Titan, Michael Novogratz | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What can a chef learn from a hedge fund manager turned cryptocurrency specialist? A lot, it turns out. Dave sits down with Galaxy Digital CEO Mike Novogratz to discuss the wisdom he’s gleaned from ...
ListenAngela Duckworth: Explaining Grit | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave celebrates Jeremy Fox’s new Santa Monica restaurant Birdie G’s (0:37) before sitting down with Angela Duckworth, psychologist and author of ‘Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance,’ on th...
ListenNick Anderson: Expanding Political Discourse, One Cartoon At a Time | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with Counterpoint founder and Pulitzer prize–winning cartoonist Nick Anderson to discuss the value of editorial cartoons, the importance of critical thinking, and consuming a variety...
ListenJeff Ma: Breaking Biases | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares his thoughts on the recent controversy around comedian Shane Gillis (1:00) before sitting down with analytics expert Jeff Ma—best known as the blackjack player at the center of the book...
ListenWylie Dufresne: Pushing the Envelope on What Food Can Be | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave extols the virtues of fly fishing (1:16) before sitting down with renowned molecular gastronomy chef Wylie Dufresne, a hall-of-fame food innovator who revolutionized American cuisine with his ...
ListenOur Own Worst Critics, Vol. 2: Sam Kang of Bar Way? | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After the successful launch of Bar Way? in New York City’s South Street Seaport, Dave sits down with its chef Sam Kang to assess for themselves the newest addition to the Momofuku restaurant group.
ListenBrooks Headley: Doing More With Less | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
From playing the drums to being an elite pastry chef to cooking iconic vegetarian burgers, Brooks Headley produced excellence despite limitations. Dave speaks with the James Beard Award-winning che...
ListenBrian Koppelman: Celebrating the Good and Learning From the Bad | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave talks about his most recent barbecue exploits in Austin, Texas (0:45), before sitting down with filmmaker Brian Koppelman to discuss the early days of Momofuku, choosing to focus on positivity...
ListenHow to Run a Restaurant Group, With Momofuku CEO Marguerite Mariscal | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave remembers the late musician-poet David Berman (1:00) before sitting down with the newly minted CEO of Momofuku restaurant group, Marguerite “Marge” Mariscal, to discuss her meteoric rise as we...
ListenFinding Peace in the Kitchen, With Iliana Regan | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares his thoughts on which tomatoes taste best in BLT sandwiches (1:46) before sitting down with Elizabeth chef-owner Iliana Regan to discuss her unique culinary vision, maintaining mental h...
ListenHelping People on a Global Scale, With Dr. Jim Yong Kim | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s not often that Dave calls someone his “hyung”—an informal, affectionate Korean word meaning “older brother.” But Dr. Jim Yong Kim, former president of the World Bank Group and Dartmouth Colleg...
ListenA Brief Message on Where We Stand | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A message from Dave: “Steve Ross, if you're reading this, I implore you to divest from Trump. He is everything we stand against. Please turn your attention to fundraising for gun control and immigr...
ListenThe Secret Sauce of Noma, With Jeff Gordinier | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave explains why aspiring cooks should not go to culinary school (1:02) and then brings in food critic Jeff Gordinier to discuss what makes chef René Redzepi and Noma special, where the food world...
ListenMichael Schur on Creating ‘The Good Place’ and Making Ethics Funny | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave speaks to celebrated television producer Michael Schur about incorporating ethics into comedy in his show ‘The Good Place’ and applying moral philosophy to one's profession.
ListenWhat Pottery Can Tell Us About Culture, With Adam Field | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares his thoughts on sushi etiquette and respecting the craftsmanship behind food (1:15) before sitting down with renowned potter Adam Field to discuss the history of Korean pottery and what...
ListenOur Own Worst Critics, Vol. 1: Joshua Skenes of Angler LA | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After the highly anticipated launch of Angler in Los Angeles, Dave sits down with its chef and founder, Joshua Skenes, to assess for themselves the second outpost of the Michelin-starred seafood re...
ListenBill Simmons on 2019 Food Trends, Fatherhood, and, of course, the NBA | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares his thoughts on the ethnic-food aisle at grocery stores (0:36) before bringing in The Ringer’s CEO, Bill Simmons, to discuss food trends of the year thus far (11:04), the pervasive chan...
ListenRandall Park on Being an Asian American Actor, Representing His Community, and BTS | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave shares his perspective on American fast food (0:48) before bringing in ‘Always Be My Maybe’ star Randall Park to discuss embracing his Asian American identity (16:17), making it as a comedic a...
ListenOn Mental Health and Holding on to Hope, One Year Later | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Just over a year after Anthony Bourdain’s passing, Dave revisits the topic of mental health and speaks about his own battles.
ListenPreet Bharara: Sticking to Your Moral Compass | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When Preet Bharara was appointed to be United States attorney for the Southern District of New York, he earned a reputation as one of the most successful prosecutors of Wall Street corruption. Dave...
ListenMomofuku Kawi Post-Opening Diaries | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We last spoke to chef Eunjo “Jo” Park mere days before the grand opening of Momofuku Kawi in Hudson Yards. Months later, Dave sits down with Jo to discuss all that has happened since the launch.
ListenGabriela Cámara: A Titan of Mexican Food | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Gabriela Cámara wears many hats: chef-owner of a handful of iconic restaurants, cookbook author, subject of a Netflix documentary, social justice activist, and mother. She is also an adviser to the...
ListenCombating the Climate Catastrophe, With David Wallace-Wells | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Since the arrival of his child, Dave has become increasingly concerned with the viability of a tenable future for the next generation. He speaks with David Wallace-Wells, deputy editor of New York ...
ListenExpanding Your Horizons, Literally, With Jada Yuan | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Travel often inspires a changed perspective on the world, especially in relation to the self. Dave speaks with Jada Yuan, the 2018 author of "The 52 Places Traveler" in 'The New York Times,' about ...
ListenCooking As an Art, Vol. 3, With Rirkrit Tiravanija | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The culinary arts may seem to be only nominally related to the arts, but there are more similarities between the food world and the art world than you might think. Having already examined this conn...
ListenCooking As an Art, Vol. 2, With Roberta Smith | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The culinary arts may seem to be only nominally related to the arts, but there are more similarities between the food world and the art world than you might think. Having examined this connection w...
ListenSophistication in Simplicity: Jess Shadbolt and Clare de Boer | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Partnerships are tricky to navigate in any business structure, let alone a kitchen where everyone is bumping shoulders. But Jess Shadbolt and Clare de Boer of NYC's King restaurant work so seamless...
ListenChris Bianco and Chad Robertson: A Culinary Superteam | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's not often two masters of any craft join forces to collaborate, let alone open up an entire complex together. So when Pizzeria Bianco’s Chris Bianco and Tartine’s Chad Robertson clasped hands t...
ListenA Conversation With Grace Chang | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When Dave and Grace first found out they would be parents, they realized nothing mattered more than the arrival of their first child and changed everything in anticipation. A week before Grace gave...
ListenMomofuku Seiobo: Finding Freedom in Food | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's difficult to describe Momofuku Seiobo without it sounding a little odd. The three-hatted restaurant is located inside a massive casino in Sydney, Australia. Named after a Japanese goddess, it ...
ListenMina Kimes on the Korean American Experience and the NFL | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave speaks to ESPN senior writer Mina Kimes about the unique experience of growing up Korean American, the paradox of being an NFL fan, and Asian representation in sports media.
ListenJoe Beef: Staying True to Yourself and Being Damn Good at It | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Joe Beef is an unassuming, casual restaurant in Montreal, Quebec. The humble Little Burgundy establishment resembles more of an laid-back tavern than a renowned fine dining institution. And yet it ...
ListenThe Ethics of Meat Eating With Steven Rinella | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hunting and fishing are hot-button topics in the United States. Some embrace them as valuable parts of culture, and some view them as archaic or even inhumane. Dave speaks with renowned outdoorsman...
ListenCreating Community in Counterculture With Eric Koston | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Iconic street skateboarder Eric Koston turned pro at just 16 years old. Now at 43, he still skates professionally and is an active participant in skating culture. Dave spoke with Eric from the Uber...
ListenAaron Franklin: the Master Craftsman of Barbecue | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In 2009, when Aaron Franklin and his wife Stacy opened up a barbecue trailer on the side of a highway in Austin, Texas, they had no idea it would snowball into one of the most popular barbecue rest...
ListenDefying Conventional Wisdom With Outdoor Voices CEO Ty Haney | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In 2013, the activewear market seemed oversaturated, dominated by titans like Nike and Adidas. But in spite of the prevailing wisdom, Ty Haney saw a way to break into that market and founded Outdoo...
ListenHasan Minhaj on Comedy As a Conduit | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Dave sits down with ‘Patriot Act’ host Hasan Minhaj to discuss how he learned to embrace his cultural heritage, the similarities between food and comedy, and using entertainment to make a differenc...
ListenMomofuku Kawi Pre-Opening Diaries, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eunjo “Jo” Park spent most of her adult life learning to be a good cook. But she never had to learn about being a good chef. In the second of a two-part interview, Dave speaks with Jo about learnin...
ListenMomofuku Kawi Pre-Opening Diaries, Vol. 1 | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Eunjo “Jo” Park turned down many opportunities to manage her own restaurant in order to focus on cooking. Now the executive chef of the new Momofuku Kawi, she finds herself melding her fine dining ...
ListenCooking As an Art, With Jerry Saltz | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 43) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The culinary arts may seem to be only nominally related to the arts, but there are more similarities between the food world and the art world—in both abstract and concrete ways—than you might think...
ListenBreaking the Ceiling on Breakfast, With Jessica Koslow | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 42) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Simple, easy, approachable—these are words that may be used to describe dishes at Sqirl. But the Los Angeles–based cafe did not become one of the most popular restaurants in the city by making dish...
ListenWhat Makes the Best Food the Best? With Lolis Elie | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 41) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
People have subjective definitions when it comes to quality, and food is no exception. To compare one genre of food to another often requires nuance and context, making the whole endeavor that much...
ListenWhy You Should Go to Spoon by H | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Spoon by H is an unassuming dessert café located in a strip mall near central Los Angeles. Yet Dave named it his 2018 restaurant of the year on this very podcast. In this micropod, Dave sits down w...
ListenChallenging the Status Quo in Cooking and in Basketball, With Kevin O’Connor | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 40) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The NBA has gone through a significant revolution in the past decade, prioritizing efficiency over tradition. The result? A wildly popular league that garners more attention than ever before. Dave ...
ListenWhat Hip-Hop Can Tell Us About Food, With Shad | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 39) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The genre of hip-hop music may seem to have little to do with the culinary world, yet there are parallels between the two that dovetail surprisingly well. Dave draws these parallels out with the he...
ListenThe Chef as a Leader, With Adam Grant | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 38) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Being a chef is a lot more than just cooking; it requires the ability to manage a kitchen and everyone who works in it. Dave learned the hard way that he needed to control his infamous temper in or...
ListenRené Redzepi: The Relentless Innovator | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 37) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Noma has been considered one of the greatest restaurants in the world for over a decade. Dave’s longtime friend, Noma head chef and co-owner René Redzepi, takes us through how the Danish restaurant...
ListenLooking Back and Moving Forward | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 36) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
So much has happened to Dave in 2018. Here are his thoughts, unfiltered. We’re trying something new: Send any questions you may have to askdave@majordomomedia.com.
ListenMajordomo Post-opening Diaries, Vol. 2: Back of House | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 35) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the first year of Majordomo draws to a close, Dave sits down with his key staffers at the Los Angeles restaurant to review the journey since launch. This week, he speaks with the back-of-house l...
ListenMajordomo Post-opening Diaries, Vol. 1: Front of House | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 34) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As the first year of Majordomo draws to a close, Dave sits down with his key staffers at the Los Angeles restaurant to review the journey since launch. This week, he speaks with the front-of-house ...
ListenFood Trends of 2018 With Bill Simmons | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 33) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This year has been a memorable one for food; Dave reviews 2018’s biggest food developments with the help of the Podfather, Bill Simmons. And, of course, they talk about some sports too.
ListenJeremy Fox Tells His Story | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 32) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef Jeremy Fox reinvented cooking with vegetables at Ubuntu. But the recognition and accolades, in both earning and receiving, were not without their costs. Dave speaks to the ingenious chef about...
ListenEmbracing Cultural Identity With Jon M. Chu | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 31) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ is a worldwide phenomenon, the sixth highest-grossing rom-com of all time, and a cultural touchstone for many East Asians. But for its director, Jon M. Chu, the road to creating...
ListenJoshua Skenes: The Maverick of Cooking | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 30) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Saison chef Joshua Skenes didn’t become one of the greatest chefs in the world by reading a textbook or by chasing accolades. All that mattered was the food.
ListenSteven Yeun: Exploring and Embracing the Korean American Duality | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 29) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Filming ’Burning’ allowed actor Steven Yeun to grapple with being in South Korea as a Korean American (9:07), the unique Korean sentiment of “Han” (22:22), and the expectations to represent Asian A...
ListenChallenging the Status Quo in Cooking and in Football With Kevin Clark | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 28) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Ringer NFL writer Kevin Clark to compare the tension between progress and orthodoxy in the culinary arts to a similar dissonance in the NFL.
ListenEvan Kleiman: Telling the Story of Food | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 27) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with 'Good Food' host Evan Kleiman to discuss growing up as a food lover in Los Angeles (1:20), innovation in dining during the '70s and '80s (23:24),...
ListenIke Barinholtz: Restoring a Frayed Nation, One Movie at a Time | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 26) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by comedian-turned-filmmaker Ike Barinholtz to discuss the uniqueness of the Thanksgiving meal (7:37), how politics bleeds into culture at large (24:4...
ListenMaking Sense of Modern Politics With John Heilemann | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 25) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder David Chang sits down with political journalist John Heilemann to discuss Brett Kavanaugh’s controversial appointment to the Supreme Court (4:11) and the future for the Un...
ListenKhabib-McGregor Reactions With Kevin Clark | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this micro-pod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with The Ringer’s Kevin Clark to relive the fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor at UFC 229 and the ensuing brawl.
ListenFinding Purpose in Cooking: Dan Giusti of Brigaid | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 24) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Brigaid chef Dan Giusti to discuss how Giusti’s career led up to becoming head chef at Noma (4:37) and leaving the top position at one of the wor...
ListenFrom Cooking Prodigy to Culinary Artist: Jessica Largey | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 23) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Simone chef Jessica Largey to discuss her extraordinary ascent as a prodigious cook in elite kitchens (0:47), developing an artistic voice with f...
ListenChristina Tosi of Milk Bar, Part 2 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 22) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi to recount her experience working under Wylie Dufresne (1:36), how she helped advance Momofuku (14:05), and the tri...
ListenChristina Tosi of Milk Bar, Part 1 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 21) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by Milk Bar founder Christina Tosi to discuss the unique challenge of opening a new restaurant (6:37), fostering creative innovation in the kitchen (2...
ListenVivek Garipalli on the Power of Taking Risks | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 20) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by cofounder and CEO of Clover Health Vivek Garipalli to discuss how he overcame those who underestimated him (16:56), the power of taking risks when ...
ListenRevolutionizing Japanese Cuisine in America With David Schlosser | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 19) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by Shibumi chef David Schlosser to discuss Schlosser’s advanced career leading up to working in Japan (0:56), learning the highest forms of Japanese f...
ListenDavid Choe Tells His Story | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 18) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by artist David Choe along with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to explore Choe’s extraordinary life.
ListenJJ Redick on L.A. vs NYC, Food-Sports Parallels, and Challenging Norms | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 17) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by Philadelphia 76ers guard JJ Redick to discuss the Los Angeles–New York debate (1:05) and the parallels between restaurant management and profession...
ListenNick Kroll, Part 2: Growing Beyond | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 16) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang continues his conversation with comedian Nick Kroll. They discuss how personal experiences shaped the development of ‘Big Mouth’ (0:38), the importance of work-...
ListenNick Kroll, Part 1: The Origin Story | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 15) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang and comedian Nick Kroll discuss how they first met almost 20 years ago (5:08), Nick’s early days in comedy while he was still in college (11:21), why he’s glad ...
ListenGood Girl Dinette Chef Diep Tran on Her Life and What Makes Vietnamese Food So Special | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 14) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by Good Girl Dinette owner and chef Diep Tran to discuss what it was like fleeing Vietnam as a child (3:00), how she was inspired by her grandmother's...
ListenThe Evolution of the Las Vegas Food Scene, With Joe House, Shaun King, and Matt Rudofker | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 13) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with ‘House of Carbs’ host Joe House, Momofuku Las Vegas executive chef Shaun King, and Momofuku global director of culinary operations Matt Rudofker ...
ListenLena Waithe on Staying True to Herself and What Inspires Her | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 12) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Lena Waithe to discuss why she doesn't want people to strive to be "the next Lena Waithe" (1:35), where she gets her inspiration (21:01), and why...
ListenProducer Micro-Pod: A Tease for This Week's Lena Waithe Interview | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by producers Aggi Ashagre and Isaac Lee in this micropod. They look ahead to Thursday's episode featuring screenwriter, producer, and actress Lena Wai...
ListenAlan Yang Returns to Discuss His Hollywood Takeover | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 11) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by screenwriter and producer Alan Yang in this second installment of their conversation about some of Alan's latest projects (1:18), Asian representat...
Listen‘Master of None’ Cocreator Alan Yang on Breaking Out of Harvard and Into Comedy | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 10) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by screenwriter and producer Alan Yang to discuss how he transitioned from studying biology into comedy (5:23), making it in Hollywood (20:11), and so...
ListenMajordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 5 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 9) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this final installment of the pre-opening diaries, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss the restaurant review process (8:15), dealing ...
ListenDave Chang on Mental Health and Holding on to Hope | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 8) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A brief note on this episode from chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang: "This week on the podcast, I want to open up a little about my own experiences with mental health in the hopes that we can c...
ListenChloe Kim on the Olympics, Korean American Identity, and Supportive Parents | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 7) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim to discuss dealing with heightened pressures at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics (2:30), overcoming diff...
ListenGrowing Up With Asian Immigrant Parents | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this micropod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang previews his interview with Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim by sharing his experiences playing competitive golf as a child.
ListenHelen Rosner on #MeToo in the Culinary World and Her Long Career on the Food Beat | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 6) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with New Yorker food correspondent Helen Rosner to discuss how food journalism has evolved (15:31). They also discuss how sexual misconduct allegation...
ListenMSG, Korean Food, and Cultural Appropriation | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In this not-so-micro pod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by his producers, Isaac Lee and Aggi Ashagre, to discuss the racist implications behind the public perception of MSG, how Ko...
ListenMajordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 4 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 5) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss launching the Majordomo restaurant in Los Angeles (3:12), the reasons for its immediate success (20:...
ListenRian Johnson and Karina Longworth on Dealing With Criticism | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 4) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ director Rian Johnson and ‘You Must Remember This’ host Karina Longworth to discuss innovating within the confines of ...
ListenRehashing ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ With Mallory Rubin | The Dave Chang Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In his first micropod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin to recapitulate their debate over the controversial film ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi.’ Stay tuned f...
ListenMajordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 3 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 3) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss developing unique menu items through test dinners (4:32), utilizing local California ingredients in ...
ListenMajordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 2) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss choosing the location for Majordomo in Los Angeles (7:53), planning the numerous facets of the resta...
ListenMajordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 1 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 1) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss the steps leading up to moving to Los Angeles (5:57), using past mistakes as lessons to apply during...
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From 'The Ringer' and Majordomo Media: Join chef and founder of Momofuku Dave Chang as he shares his thoughts on the culinary world and much more.
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