Adam Carolla Show Andrew Gruel: How Tough Coaches Made Strong Men and Eating on a Budget
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Feb 4, 2026 Andrew Gruel, chef and restaurateur known for American Gravy, talks food as a lesson in agency and parenting. He outlines a $15-a-day meal approach and why charitable meal-giving matters. Conversations roam from tough coaching and the Miracle on Ice to cultural softness, innovation, and practical nutrition.
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Food As Agency And Civic Practice
- Food acts as a metaphor for agency: shopping, cooking, and budgeting teach responsibility.
- Chef Andrew Gruel argues restoring those basics counters dependence on government programs.
Feed Well On A Tight Daily Budget
- Plan economical meals and snacks to show $15/day feeding is feasible with whole foods.
- Use staples like eggs, fruit, rice, beans, and braised meats to keep nutrition and cost balanced.
Restaurant Giveaway Supports Families Directly
- Gruel's restaurant gives away ~200 high-quality meals weekly to struggling families.
- He uses private charity to help hunger while still urging families to maintain agency.
