Starving for Attention with Richard and Jazmin Blais
199 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 599 ratingsGet an entertaining, behind-the-scenes look at the world of food with this chef, television personality and author. Hear from anyone and everyone in the culinary industry, including restaurateurs, television hosts, famous chefs, producers of your favorite cooking and competition shows and more. They'll join the Blaises for spontaneous, back-of-house conversation about what it takes to make it in different parts of the food business, global trends and where the industry overlaps with entertainment. Plus, play along with their games, trivia and other wacky moments.
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Carla Hall
June 18, 2019 08:00 - 47 minutes - 21.9 MBChef, television personality and friend of the pod, Carla Hall, stops by to chat with Richard and Jazmin during the Aspen Food & Wine Classic. Join in the fun as they recount the many festivities in Aspen including a secret room invite. Carla shares a story about the thoughts and emotions she felt during one of the competitions on her and Richard’s season of Top Chef All-Stars. And when they play a game of Carla’s Choice, it’s not nearly as difficult as the namesake might suggest. Remember to...
Carla Hall Top of the Mountain
June 18, 2019 08:00 - 48 minutes - 45.3 MBChef, television personality and friend of the pod, Carla Hall, stops by to chat with Richard and Jazmin during the Aspen Food & Wine Classic. Join in the fun as they recount the many festivities in Aspen including a secret room invite. Carla shares a story about the thoughts and emotions she felt during one of the competitions on her and Richard’s season of Top Chef All-Stars. And when they play a game of Carla’s Choice, it’s not nearly as difficult as the namesake might suggest. Remember to...
Going Viral with Kalen Allen
June 11, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBToday, Youtube star and viral sensation with his, "Kalen Reacts" videos, Kalen Allen joins Richard and Jazmin in the studio. You wont want to miss a minute of the fun as they talk about how Kalen first went viral while attending Temple University. Kalen also shares how his meteoric rise got him a job on the Ellen DeGeneres Show. And of course we get some first hand reactions from Kalen including his thought on In-N-Out Burger since moving to the west coast. Don't forget to join us on social @...
Kalen Allen
June 11, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 28.1 MBToday, Youtube star and viral sensation with his, "Kalen Reacts" videos, Kalen Allen joins Richard and Jazmin in the studio. You wont want to miss a minute of the fun as they talk about how Kalen first went viral while attending Temple University. Kalen also shares how his meteoric rise got him a job on the Ellen DeGeneres Show. And of course we get some first hand reactions from Kalen including his thought on In-N-Out Burger since moving to the west coast. Don't forget to join us on social @...
Chad Minton
June 04, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBToday, founder of TrueCooks Chef Chad Minton hangs out with Richard in Las Vegas! To kick it off Richard and Jazmin talk about the pressures that can come along with the Michelin guide. Chad shares how welcoming the local chef's community in Las Vegas have been. And when its time for games, Richard even makes Chef Minton determine if it was a TrueCook or a NewCook.
TrueCooks' Chef Chad Minton
June 04, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBToday, founder of TrueCooks Chef Chad Minton hangs out with Richard in Las Vegas! To kick it off Richard and Jazmin talk about the pressures that can come along with the Michelin guide. Chad shares how welcoming the local chef's community in Las Vegas have been. And when its time for games, Richard even makes Chef Minton determine if it was a TrueCook or a NewCook.
Chef Josiah Citrin
May 28, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 33.1 MBToday, two star Michelin chef and 25 year veteran of the Los Angeles gourmet dining scene Chef Josiah Citrin joins the podcast. You wont want to miss out as Chef Citrin tells why the Michelin guide's return to California is bittersweet for him. Josiah even takes the time to explain what the star rating are supposed to signify in Michelin's guide. Richard also inquires about the techniques and details that Josiah brought into the more casual Charcoal Venice. Remember to join us on social @Star...
Gregory Gourdet
May 21, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 33.5 MBToday, Runner up on season 12 of Top Chef and Executive chef of Departure, Chef Gregory Gourdet catches up with Richard in his adopted hometown of Portland Oregon. Join in the laughs as Richard and Gregory talk about the uniqueness of the city and any influences it may have had on him or his food. Gregory talks about wanting another chance at Top Chef while Richard lends his insight on training techniques. Chef Gourdet even opens up about his TED talk on recovery and how the service industry ...
Mother's Fray
May 14, 2019 08:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBToday we see Richard and Jazmin flying solo again as they examine the restaurant perspective on Mother's Day brunch, spoiler alert Richard isn't a fan. The duo then takes time to look at the value of awards in the wake of the James Beard awards and after the Michelin Guide announced they are returning to Los Angeles. Richard even gives his take on the recent Chopped parody on SNL. And of course don't forget to join us on social @Staring4Pod!
DeFine Dining
May 07, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBToday's episode delves into the stigmas of fine dining after Richard and Jazmin made a visit to The French Laundry in celebration of Jazmin's birthday! Using their recent experience as reference, they combat the preconceptions of fine dining to explain how you too can find value.
DeFine Dining
May 07, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 27.6 MBToday's episode delves into the stigmas of fine dining after Richard and Jazmin made a visit to The French Laundry in celebration of Jazmin's birthday! Using their recent experience as reference, they combat the preconceptions of fine dining to explain how you too can find value.
Chef Sheldon Simeon
April 30, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBRichard and Jazmin catch up with Celebrity Chef and two time Fan Favorite on Top Chef (seasons 10, 14) Sheldon Simeon at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine event! Sheldon explains how this event marks his first time away since opening his new restaurant Lineage. Richard and Sheldon bond over their shared paths to Top Chef as well as the competitive drive that made them go back for more. And Chef Simeon talks about how the history of the Hawaiian islands led to the first fusion cuisines before the...
Sheldon Simeon
April 30, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 34.6 MBRichard and Jazmin catch up with Celebrity Chef and two time Fan Favorite on Top Chef (seasons 10, 14) Sheldon Simeon at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine event! Sheldon explains how this event marks his first time away since opening his new restaurant Lineage. Richard and Sheldon bond over their shared paths to Top Chef as well as the competitive drive that made them go back for more. And Chef Simeon talks about how the history of the Hawaiian islands led to the first fusion cuisines before the...
Alvin Cailan
April 23, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 35 MBRichard and Jazmin catch up with founder of Eggslut, star of The Burger Show and possible Guru Alvin Cailan at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine Event. Richard asks Alvin about getting outside his comfort zone with the growth of Eggslut, Alvin talks about his passion for the food trumping his reluctance for stardom with The Burger Show, and Alvin shares the reasons behind his three month rule for new employees.
Crack Shack meets Eggslut with Alvin Cailan
April 23, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBRichard and Jazmin catch up with founder of Eggslut, star of The Burger Show and possible Guru Alvin Cailan at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine Event. Richard asks Alvin about getting outside his comfort zone with the growth of Eggslut, Alvin talks about his passion for the food trumping his reluctance for stardom with The Burger Show, and Alvin shares the reasons behind his three month rule for new employees.
Trashfish with Silvia Barban and Gerald Sombright
April 16, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBRichard and Jazmin catch up with two members of "Trashfish" Chefs Silvia Barban and Gerald Sombright from Top Chef season 14 at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine event. After kicking it off talking about the growing trend of caviar bumps in the intro, Richard and Jazmin inquire about the unofficial group name and the camaraderie Silva and Gerald helped create with their cast-mates on season 14. The resurgence of Ripe or Hype lets us know if Chefs Barban and Sombright cook the same at home as the...
Silvia Barban and Gerald Sombright
April 16, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 36.4 MBRichard and Jazmin catch up with two members of "Trashfish" Chefs Silvia Barban and Gerald Sombright from Top Chef season 14 at the Pebble Beach Food and Wine event. After kicking it off talking about the growing trend of caviar bumps in the intro, Richard and Jazmin inquire about the unofficial group name and the camaraderie Silva and Gerald helped create with their cast-mates on season 14. The resurgence of Ripe or Hype lets us know if Chefs Barban and Sombright cook the same at home as the...
Maneet Chauhan
April 09, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 30 MBRichard catches up with celebrity chef, restaurateur, and tv personality Maneet Chauhan in Nashville! Join in the fun as Maneet talks about the changes in her diet that have helped her get healthier, they Chop it up about her experiences judging tv cooking competitions, and Maneet shares the joys and struggles of balancing the demanding schedule of a celebrity chef with the demands of being a mother. Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
Chris Bianco
April 02, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 28 MBRichard hangs out with Chef Chris Bianco who preaches about how he stuck to a narrow lane to become a master pizza maker, Chris talks about the shock of learning the politics of food when he started in the business, and we find out who his preferred collaborators are in a game called, "Chris Bianco and CO." Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
Pizza Pulpit with Chris Bianco
April 02, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBRichard hangs out with Chef Chris Bianco who preaches about how he stuck to a narrow lane to become a master pizza maker, Chris talks about the shock of learning the politics of food when he started in the business, and we find out who his preferred collaborators are in a game called, "Chris Bianco and CO." Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
Jackson Hole Food and Wine Winterfest Ski Report
March 26, 2019 08:00 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBOn this episode Richard hangs out with 2 of the 5 founders of the Jackson Hole Food and Wine festivals, Megan Gallagher & Haynes Oakley! Richard has fun asking the ladies to rate the difficulty level of handling the events and personalities at the festival like a piste, we find out how common it is to walk into someone else's house in Jackson Hole, and the tables are turned as Richard becomes the interviewee! Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
The Legendary Drew Nieporent
March 19, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBRichard hangs out with legend of the food world restaurateur Drew Nieporent at the Jackson Hole Food and Wine Winterfest. Listen in as Drew shares his insight from years as a successful restaurateur and traveling to events, Richard and Drew exchange stories about meeting comedian Jerry Seinfeld, and Drew even talks about working with Robert De Niro. Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
Esdras Ochoa, Antonia Lofaso and Aarti Sequeira
March 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBIn the introduction Richard takes a moment to button up last week's topic before things get crazy when Richard and Jazmin are joined in a jam packed studio with Chefs Esdras Ochoa, Antonia Lofaso and Aarti Sequeira. Listen in as Antonia explains the meaning behind the term Sancho, finding the right ingredients for Esdras' new restaurant in Mumbai India, and as Taco King Esdras presides over the joint efforts of the room to build a "unique" taco. Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
The Taco King and his Court with Esdras Ochoa, Antonia Lofaso and Aarti Sequeira
March 12, 2019 08:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBIn the introduction Richard takes a moment to button up last week's topic before things get crazy when Richard and Jazmin are joined in a jam packed studio with Chefs Esdras Ochoa, Antonia Lofaso and Aarti Sequeira. Listen in as Antonia explains the meaning behind the term Sancho, finding the right ingredients for Esdras' new restaurant in Mumbai India, and as Taco King Esdras presides over the joint efforts of the room to build a "unique" taco. Remember to join us on social @Starving4Pod!
Cat Cora V Alinea 2019
March 05, 2019 10:00 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBRichard and Jazmin take a look at the events leading up to the dispute between Iron Chef Cat Cora and Alinea that resulted in her flipping off the staff, Richard and Jazmin each give their perspective on the misunderstanding along with the subsequent social media fall out, and in the end find the very social media post they've discussed taken down. Remember to join us on our own social @Starving4pod!
Bringing down the Haus: with Natasha Case
February 26, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBRichard and Jazmin are joined by friend and regular contributor Aarti Sequeira to interview co-founder of Coolhaus Natasha Case. Join in the fun as Natasha's love for basketball leads to a conversation about their various run ins with Shaq, Natasha shares how her background in architecture lead her to making ice cream sandwiches, and find out which of Natasha's ice cream flavors blows Richard's mind! Don't forget to join us @Starving4pod!
Natasha Case
February 26, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBRichard and Jazmin are joined by friend and regular contributor Aarti Sequeira to interview co-founder of Coolhaus Natasha Case. Join in the fun as Natasha's love for basketball leads to a conversation about their various run ins with Shaq, Natasha shares how her background in architecture lead her to making ice cream sandwiches, and find out which of Natasha's ice cream flavors blows Richard's mind! Don't forget to join us @Starving4pod!
Hugh Acheson
February 19, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBRichard and Jazmin chop it up with Chef Hugh Acheson before the Super Bowl. Before the interview Richard has a great idea for some merch, then Hugh shares his feelings on competition shows having been on both sides himself, and how despite hailing from Canada Hugh's favorite sport is not Hockey. Remember to join us @Starving4pod! Green Chef - Check out Greenchef.us/starving to get $50 off your first box!
Getting to Know Hugh: with Hugh Acheson
February 19, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBRichard and Jazmin chop it up with Chef Hugh Acheson before the Super Bowl. Before the interview Richard has a great idea for some merch, then Hugh shares his feelings on competition shows having been on both sides himself, and how despite hailing from Canada Hugh's favorite sport is not Hockey. Remember to join us @Starving4pod! Green Chef - Check out Greenchef.us/starving to get $50 off your first box!
BeauMac Knows Jack: with Beau MacMillan
February 12, 2019 10:00 - 55 minutes - 51.5 MBRichard and Jazmin hang out with Chef Beau "BeauMac" MacMillan in Atlanta before Superbowl 53. Beau talks about having made Arizona his home for 20+ years, his love for the hospitality side of the job, and makes a BIG announcement!
Beau MacMillan
February 12, 2019 10:00 - 54 minutes - 25 MBRichard and Jazmin hang out with Chef Beau "BeauMac" MacMillan in Atlanta before Superbowl 53. Beau talks about having made Arizona his home for 20+ years, his love for the hospitality side of the job, and makes a BIG announcement!
Eli Kirshtein The Game Slayer
February 05, 2019 10:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBRichard and Jazmin are joined by a former protégé of Richard’s and Atlanta (home of this year’s Superbowl) native Eli Kirshtein as they find parallels between famous college football coaches and figures in the food world, after saying they hate the cliché of talking wings this time of year they fall into their own trap, and Eli is asked to verELIze some famous Chef’s names.
Eli Kirshtein
February 05, 2019 10:00 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBRichard and Jazmin are joined by a former protégé of Richard’s and Atlanta (home of this year’s Superbowl) native Eli Kirshtein as they find parallels between famous college football coaches and figures in the food world, after saying they hate the cliché of talking wings this time of year they fall into their own trap, and Eli is asked to verELIze some famous Chef’s names.
Tortellini Snowflakes With Steve Samson
January 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBChef and Owner of Sotto, Rossoblu and Superfine Steve Samson joins Richard in the walk-in as the two brodo out about "authenticity" in Italian dishes, the complexities of their children's developing palates, and Richard sneaks in a pitch for his cleverly named pasta delivery service.
Steve Samson
January 22, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 29.4 MBChef and Owner of Sotto, Rossoblu and Superfine Steve Samson joins Richard in the walk-in as the two brodo out about "authenticity" in Italian dishes, the complexities of their children's developing palates, and Richard sneaks in a pitch for his cleverly named pasta delivery service.
Too Hot Tamales with Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken
January 15, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBThis week Richard and Jazmin are joined by culinary icons Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken co-chefs and owners of The Border Grill restaurants and stars of Food Network classic, “Too Hot Tamales.” Listen to Susan and Mary Sue speak about their early refusal to make solo appearances, the evolution of the culinary industry over the last 30+ years, the tradeoff between innovation and soulful cooking and even their recent Julia Child Award from the National Museum of American History. Remember...
Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken
January 15, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 34.2 MBThis week Richard and Jazmin are joined by culinary icons Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken co-chefs and owners of The Border Grill restaurants and stars of Food Network classic, “Too Hot Tamales.” Listen to Susan and Mary Sue speak about their early refusal to make solo appearances, the evolution of the culinary industry over the last 30+ years, the tradeoff between innovation and soulful cooking and even their recent Julia Child Award from the National Museum of American History. Remember...
Ray Garcia
January 08, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 30.2 MBThis week Richard catches up with Chef Ray Garcia to talk about his restaurant Broken Spanish, the stigmas that effect fine dining and Hispanic cuisines, and Chef Garcia sets a new record for most 86ed items in one podcast! Remember to join us on instagram @Starving4pod!
Niki Nakayama
January 01, 2019 09:00 - 55 minutes - 25.6 MBThis week Richard and Jazmin ring in the new year with Chef Niki Nakayama who explains Kaiseki and it's use in her restaurant N/naka, her experience on Chef's Table, and of course a little resolutions talk is inevitable this time of year. Remember to join us on instagram @Starving4pod!
Digesting 2018
December 25, 2018 10:00 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBOn this special episode Richard and Jazmin take a fond look back at their 2018 experiences from the best travel to the best meals and beyond! Remember to join us @Starving4Pod!
Tim Hollingsworth Part 2: The Final Table
December 18, 2018 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MBOn this week's podcast Richard is once again joined by friend Aarti Sequeira and Chef Tim Hollingsworth for a discussion centered around Netflix's The Final Table. Join in the fun as Tim talks about his experience on the show, what motivated him to his victory, and what is next for the Chef Netflix related and beyond. Remember to join us @Starving4Pod!
Tim Hollingsworth Part 1: Hollings' good fun
December 11, 2018 09:00 - 50 minutes - 23.1 MBOn this special two part episode Richard is joined in studio by Aarti Sequeira as they get to know Chef Tim Hollingsworth. Listen to the fun as Richard and Tim commiserate over their time at The French Laundry, Tim talks about the lessons brought over and inspirations for his restaurant Otium, and Aarti and Richard ask Chef Hollingsworth to weigh in on the Pineapple on pizza debate. Remember to join us @Starving4pod!
Pineapple on Pizza and other ethical issues: with Aarti Sequeira
December 04, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBThis week Richard is joined by his good friend and regular guest on the pod, Chef Aarti Sequeira. Join in the fun as Aarti talks about lending her voice to the new Disney Jr animated series "Mira, Royal Detective", a discussion of Richard’s food choices in Italy leads to a debate about the merits of pineapple on pizza (and in general), and the introduction of Richard’s alter ego Collin McGregor. Remember to join us @Starving4pod!
Aarti Sequeira
December 04, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBThis week Richard is joined by his good friend and regular guest on the pod, Chef Aarti Sequeira. Join in the fun as Aarti talks about lending her voice to the new Disney Jr animated series "Mira, Royal Detective", a discussion of Richard’s food choices in Italy leads to a debate about the merits of pineapple on pizza (and in general), and the introduction of Richard’s alter ego Collin McGregor. Remember to join us @Starving4pod!
Friday Game Night: Scarf of Barf with Thug Kitchen
November 30, 2018 21:00 - 10 minutes - 4.69 MBThis week's Friday Game Night is Scarf of Barf Vegan edition with Thug Kitchen. Remember to join us at @starving4pod on Instagram!
Turkey Trends and Tuscany
November 27, 2018 09:00 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBThis week Richard and Jazmin break down why he believes there is no perfect way to cook a turkey, the effect “Millennial Flight” has had in the food world, and the family’s recent trip to Italy including a controverted Shakira sighting. Remember to join us at @starving4pod on Instagram!
Netflix and Grill with Andrew Knowlton
November 20, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 67.2 MBThis week Richard and Jazmin sit down with host of the new Netflix series The Final Table and Restaurant Editor at Bon Appetit magazine Andrew Knowlton. Join in the fun as Andrew presses Richard about moving from Atlanta, they discuss their experiences pitching shows to networks, and Andrew shares the inspirations behind The Final Table. Remember to join us at @starving4pod on Instagram! Rad Power Bikes - Check them out at www.RadPowerBikes.com/PODCAST
Andrew Knowlton
November 20, 2018 10:00 - 1 hour - 32.7 MBThis week Richard and Jazmin sit down with host of the new Netflix series The Final Table and Restaurant Editor at Bon Appetit magazine Andrew Knowlton. Join in the fun as Andrew presses Richard about moving from Atlanta, they discuss their experiences pitching shows to networks, and Andrew shares the inspirations behind The Final Table. Remember to join us at @starving4pod on Instagram! Rad Power Bikes - Check them out at www.RadPowerBikes.com/PODCAST
Friday Game Night: What would Wylie do?
November 16, 2018 09:00 - 7 minutes - 3.38 MBThis weeks it's What would Wylie do? with chef Wylie Dufresne. Remember to join us at @starving4pod on Instagram!
Bennett There, Done That: With Ellen Bennett
November 13, 2018 10:00 - 59 minutes - 55.4 MBThis week the podcast travels back to an early classic, Founder of Hedley & Bennett Ellen Bennett joins Richard and Jazmin to talk about her experience in reinventing the wheel of the kitchen world: the apron.Remember to join us at @starving4pod on Instagram! Rad Power Bikes - Check them out at www.RadPowerBikes.com/PODCAST