The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Guy Fieri | Land Of The Fee
Feb 27, 2025
Guy Fieri, restaurateur and Food Network star, shares insights from his culinary adventures and philanthropy. He discusses the vital work of his foundation, providing 25,000 meals to first responders during disasters. Guy also humorously recalls his reluctant start in television, along with the serendipitous moments that led to his fame. The podcast highlights the upcoming season of his show, "Tournament of Champions," and showcases how his passion for food intertwines with community support.
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Guy Fieri's Big Break
- Guy Fieri almost didn't appear on Food Network Star because he didn't send in his audition tape.
- The casting director found his DVD, played it at home and then took her DVD player to work to show them.
Flavortown Origin
- Flavortown's origin is a funny anecdote about a giant pizza.
- The phrase caught on, leading to airport encounters and the eventual creation of Flavortown products.
Young Chef Fieri
- As a child, Guy Fieri faked illness to cook because he disliked his parent's macrobiotic meals.
- His first cooking experience was a meatloaf, which his father declared the best steak he'd ever had.