Best Waiting On Fries Podcasts (2025)

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Wait Until Dark: Sochi Fried & Bruce Horak in Conversation 33:24

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What does real suspense feel like on stage? In this episode, actors Sochi Fried and Bruce Horak dive into their roles in Wait Until Dark at the Shaw Festival, a play full of menace, vulnerability, and razor-sharp tension. They talk about trust, sensory awareness, and the risks of staging a thriller in a real space, in real time. From soundscapes an…

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Episode 817: Delusionally Optimistic 12:12

1d ago12:12

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Episode 816: INTERNAL GAME 25:13

2d ago25:13

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Blues for an Alabama Sky: Kimberley Rampersad & Virgilia Griffith in Conversation 38:22

2d ago38:22

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What does it mean to rehearse with care, rigour, and trust? Director Kimberley Rampersad and actor Virgilia Griffith join us for a deep and moving conversation about Blues for an Alabama Sky at the Shaw Festival, from its political weight to its lyrical beauty. They talk about how Pearl Cleage’s 1995 play resonates today, how costumes and choreogra…

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29 | Earn This 39:14

2d ago39:14

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🚨 Spoiler Alert: If you’ve never seen the movie 'Saving Private Ryan' and plan to, you may want to hit pause and come back later. 🚨 This week, we reflect on one of the most gut-punching, unforgettable scenes in movie history - from the final act of Saving Private Ryan. Captain John Miller's last words to Private Ryan, “Earn this...earn it,” echo in…

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Episode 815: WIN WITHIN 6:32

3d ago6:32

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Lorraine Pascale - From Modelling Alongside Kate Moss In New York To Filming Music Videos With Robbie Williams To Selling Over 1 Million Cookbooks In The UK! 34:28

4d ago34:28

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This week on The Go-To Food Podcast, we’re joined by a true multi-hyphenate: model, chef, bestselling author, and international TV star Lorraine Pascale. From gracing the covers of US Elle and hanging out with De Niro in New York, to conquering UK television screens and selling over a million cookbooks, Lorraine’s journey is nothing short of remark…

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Episode 814: UNBREAKABLE 9:02

4d ago9:02

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039. True Crime in Napa: The French Laundry Heist & a Shocking Vineyard Murder 37:58

5d ago37:58

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Send us a text In this crime lovers episode of Taste Toast Travel, we’re unpacking two shocking true crime stories from Northern California’s wine country in Napa. First, we investigate the infamous French Laundry wine heist in Yountville, CA, where thieves made off with over $300,000 in rare, high-end wine—a burglary of a Thomas Keller restaurantt…

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Mitch Tonks - The Rise & Fall Of His 'FishWorks' Empire - Curry Nights With Johnny Depp & How He Changed Seafood in Britain Forever! 1:02:10

6d ago1:02:10

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Mitch Tonks didn’t start out as a chef. He was a 27-year-old dad trying to make ends meet when a fishmonger’s shop in Bath changed the course of his life. In this episode, Mitch shares the real, often chaotic, journey behind his seafood empire—from sleeping on a futon above his first restaurant to serving curry to Johnny Depp. He recalls the early …

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Episode 813: A reminder of WHO YOU ARE! 6:53

8d ago6:53

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Episode 812: Stop Waiting 6:23

9d ago6:23

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Ella & Louis: Alana Bridgewater & Jeremiah Sparks in Conversation 36:39

9d ago36:39

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How do you honour two of the greatest voices in jazz history? Ella & Louis creators and performers Alana Bridgewater and Jeremiah Sparks join us to talk about the personal stories, musical research, and collaborative energy behind their new show at the Shaw Festival. From scatting origins to Oscar Peterson’s early recordings, this episode covers th…

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Kirk Haworth - Creating The First Michelin Star Plant Based Restaurant In The UK - Surviving The Rigours Of The French Laundry & Why Head Chef's Need To Stop Bullying Their Staff! 42:15

10d ago42:15

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This week on Mise En Place, we’re coming to you straight from Plates, the UK’s first Michelin-starred, plant-based restaurant. At the helm is executive chef Kirk Haworth, a Great British Menu champion and one of the country’s most forward-thinking culinary minds. In this unmissable episode, Kirk dishes on the behind-the-scenes drama of Great Britis…

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28 | The Last Waffle Fry 38:15

10d ago38:15

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Radical generosity. Sacrificial love. A toddler’s lesson at Chick-fil-A. In this heartfelt episode of Sermons on the Side, Brad shares a tender moment from a recent family outing - five seats, two parents, three kids, and one single waffle fry left in the tray. What happened next between two-year-old Shep and four-year-old Bekah caught him complete…

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038. Culture, Cuisine, and the Intersection of Travel and Tradition with Chef Paul Iglesias 50:21

11d ago50:21

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Send us a text In this flavorful episode of Taste Toast Travel, Tara sits down with acclaimed Bay Area chef and restaurateur Paul Iglesias, the creative force behind Oakland, California hotspots Parché and Jaji. Known for weaving Colombian and Salvadorian heritage into every dish, Paul takes us on a journey from his roots in Washington, D.C., to th…

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Episode 811: THOSE WHO LIFT YOU UP! 6:36

11d ago6:36

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Episode 810: CANCEL THIS VOICE 7:31

12d ago7:31

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Daniel Clifford - The Madness Of Marco Pierre-White - Falling Victim To A £28k Wine Scam & Peter Jones's Dinner Party Chaos! 1:03:00

13d ago1:03:00

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Brace yourself for a riotous ride through the highs, lows, and absolute madness of Michelin-level cooking with the one and only Daniel Clifford, chef-owner of the legendary Midsummer House. In this epic episode of The Go-To Food Podcast, Daniel talks candidly about winning (and fearing the loss of) his stars, why he still shows up for every service…

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Episode 809: BLOCK OUT THE NOISE 3:45

15d ago3:45

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May I Have The Pleasure?: Sharry Flett & Taran Kim in Conversation 40:13

16d ago40:13

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What does a career in the theatre look like across generations? In this episode, we bring together Shaw Festival veteran Sharry Flett and rising star Taran Kim to talk about their work on May I Have the Pleasure?, a new dance-theatre piece that plays with memory, music, and the social rituals that shape us. From first gigs and unexpected inspiratio…

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27 | The Ruin 36:46

16d ago36:46

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Is it possible that what’s falling apart is more alive than what once stood strong? In this week’s episode of Sermons on the Side, we dive into an unexpected treasure: an ancient poem called The Ruin, discovered through an article sent to Richard by his daughter Carly. Written from the perspective of a translator of old poetry, The Ruin explores th…

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Jess Shadbolt - Creating One Of New York's Most Loved Restaurants - The Advantages Of A Full Female Kitchen & Squeezing Bill Clinton's Ass! 46:02

17d ago46:02

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In this week’s Go-To Mise en Place, we sit down with the brilliant Jess Shadbolt—co-founder of King and Jupiter, two of New York’s most adored restaurants—for a wide-ranging conversation full of warmth, wit, and wild stories. From serving Michelle Obama and Bill Clinton, to launching a restaurant with no cash but a fridge full of free samples, Jess…

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Episode 808: HOW TO STAY CALM WHEN THE PRESSURE IS ON 7:41

17d ago7:41

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Episode 807: WINNING PERSPECTIVE 6:43

18d ago6:43

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Episode 806: ALL DAY CONFIDENCE 7:56

19d ago7:56

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037. TSA Travel Changes, Bonnie & Clyde's Fried Chicken Mishap, & Top-Ranked Cities for Food & Drink 50:41

19d ago50:41

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Send us a text Today we’re breaking down notable travel changes, including the new TSA policy that finally ends the dreaded shoe removal at airport security. Then, things take a turn as Tara shares how an order of fried chicken led to the downfall of the infamous outlaws Bonnie and Clyde. Finally, we’re exploring the top-ranked U.S. and internation…

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Eric Huang - The Dark Secrets Of New York's Elite Kitchens, Creating Viral Fried Chicken With A 20,000 + Wait List & Why Michelin Has Become CORRUPT! 1:01:06

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This week, we’re joined by Eric Huang—Queens native, Juilliard-trained cellist, and the chef behind Pecking House, New York’s cult fried chicken sensation. In a wild ride of an episode, Eric walks us through his transformation from classical musician to Michelin-level chef, dishing on brutal kitchen culture, racial dynamics in fine dining, and the …

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Episode 805: Have You Heard This Story?... 4:31

22d ago4:31

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Episode 804: "WHAT IF..." 11:21

23d ago11:21

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26 | Building Altars 35:20

23d ago35:20

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What started as a casual dinner with a visiting friend turned into a sacred moment of reflection - one of those conversations that sticks with you. Between talk of wins, losses, and everything in-between, Brad felt prompted to say, “We need to build more altars in our lives.” That simple phrase launched this week’s episode! Join us as we explore th…

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Gnit: Will Eno & Tim Carroll in Conversation 41:45

23d ago41:45

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What does it mean to pursue the self, and what does it cost? In this episode, playwright Will Eno and director Tim Carroll talk about Gnit, Eno’s wild and thoughtful reimagining of Ibsen’s Peer Gynt, now on stage at the Shaw Festival. From existential longing to awkward small talk, they explore what makes this modern fable so strangely human, and w…

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Chef Asimakis Chaniotis - The First Greek Chef To Win A Michelin Star Outside Of Greece On; Why You Should Always Eat At Your Restaurant - The Balance Between Innovation and Authenticity & Chasing Perfection ... 48:56

24d ago48:56

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This week on The Go-To Mise en Place, we’re joined by the formidable Asimakis Chaniotis—chef-owner of Myrtos and the first Greek chef to earn a Michelin star outside of Greece. From his relentless early years at Pied à Terre, where he rose through the ranks to become executive chef, to the opening of his own restaurant Myrtos in South Kensington, A…

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Episode 803: ANXIETY 7:31

24d ago7:31

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Episode 802: THE POWER OF PERSPECTIVE 5:16

25d ago5:16

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Episode 801: IDENTITY - Who Are You? 5:35

26d ago5:35

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036. Wine Buying Tips on a Budget (from a Sommelier!) 57:23

26d ago57:23

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Send us a text Struggling to choose the right bottle of wine without spending a fortune? In this episode, Certified Sommelier John shares expert wine buying tips to help you shop smart—whether you're browsing the aisles of Trader Joe’s, Costco, or your favorite wine shop. We break down exactly how to choose a great bottle of wine on a budget by dec…

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Claude Bosi - The Secrets To Winning 7 Michelin Stars - That Infamous Public Spat With The Food Blogger & Getting Brutally Fired From Alain Ducasse In Paris! 1:00:26

27d ago1:00:26

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Claude Bosi: “I called him a c* on Twitter — my wife banned me from social media”** This week on The Go-To Food Podcast, we sit down with the maverick of modern French cooking, Claude Bosi — and nothing is off the table. From swearing at food bloggers to being told off by his wife, Claude shares the unfiltered stories behind his rise from Lyon to L…

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Episode 800: Commitment Over Feelings 6:17

29d ago6:17

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Episode 799: PASSION - If Your Juiceful... 9:49

30d ago9:49

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25 | Cultivating Hopeful Expectation with Special Guest: Darcie Frost 59:44

1M ago59:44

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What do you get when an Oklahoma farm girl ends up at Harvard, then finds herself living in New Zealand with a husband, two kids, and a podcast all about cultivating a life of hopeful expectation? You get Darcie Frost! And you get this special Episode 25! We first met Darcie through a podcasting support group, and what started as a quick connection…

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Chef Isaac McHale - Clove Club - Drunken Midnight Pasta With Massimo Bottura - A Nightmare Weekend Cooking In Russia & Why Food Critics Don't Understand The Costs Of Running A Restaurant! 35:02

1M ago35:02

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This week we’re joined by Isaac McHale — the legendary Scottish chef behind the two-Michelin-starred Clove Club and neighbourhood favourite Bar Valette. From his start as a fishmonger in Glasgow to one of London’s most quietly influential chefs, Isaac shares the raw, funny and fiercely honest story of how he got to the top. We talk scallops and tru…

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Episode 798: I AM HERE ON PURPOSE 6:22

1M ago6:22

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Episode 797: ARE YOU THE MVP OF YOUR LIFE? 6:20

1M ago6:20

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Episode 796: ALL IN 6:18

1M ago6:18

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035. The Carnival Poop Cruise, Meghan Markle's Rosé Wine & No Tax on Tips Bill 54:56

1M ago54:56

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Send us a text We’re digging into the infamous 2013 Carnival Triumph disaster, also known as the “Poop Cruise”. We dive into the chain of events that led to the catastrophic engine fire, the subsequent power and plumbing failures, and how 4,200 passengers were left stranded in unsanitary and dire conditions for five days. This (disturbing) tale inc…

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Episode 795: WIN ALL DAY w/ Yahya Bakkar 1:09:24

1M ago1:09:24

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In this episode of WIN ALL DAY Coach JC talks with Yahya Bakkar. Yahya is a family man, business mentor and the secret weapon behind many leaders who want to build a movement behind their message. He’s the author of CHOSEN & founder of Fruitful Father Ministries, which is a ministry that disciples marketplace leaders to be who God called them to be…

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24 | Stretch Out Your Hand 40:30

1M ago40:30

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The merch giveaway was a hit! From the Brad Bundle to the Richard Bundle to surprise bonus prizes, we had a blast sharing the love with you all last week. But today’s episode goes even deeper. Richard shares a story from a Sunday morning that started with peace, coffee... and an unexpected mental battle whiling driving I-65. What happened next? A q…

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The Roll of Shaw: Travis Seetoo & Cosette Derome in Conversation 43:22

1M ago43:22

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What happens when you blend tabletop role-playing games with the works of George Bernard Shaw and C.S. Lewis? In this episode, Travis Seetoo and Cosette Derome join us to talk about The Roll of Shaw: Through the Wardrobe, a unique live show at the Shaw Festival where fantasy storytelling meets improvisation, audience participation, and the deep win…