Chef's Table: Talks Jason Stewart | Chef’s Table: Talks
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Nov 24, 2025 
In this engaging conversation, Jason Stewart, known as Them Jeans, shares his journey as a musician and podcaster. He dives into his straight edge and vegan beginnings, hilarious food mishaps like his failed attempt to recreate Del Taco, and how cooking became a ‘love language’ for him. Jason reminisces about his first sushi experience and the aura of restaurants. He also discusses the evolution of his podcast, How Long Gone, and the importance of curating meaningful relationships in his life.
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Veganism Sparked A Cooking Career
- Jason Stewart learned to cook as a straight-edge vegan teen to attract friends and feed his household.
- He taught himself tofu scrambles and tempeh bacon and used food as a way to build community.
From Seedy Dispensaries To Moderation
- Jason recalled first weed-store experiences that felt seedy, with bulletproof glass and suspicious customers.
- He later reintroduced marijuana in smaller doses after bad edible experiences.
Bad Highs Teach Emotional Skills
- As you age, drug experiences change from carefree highs to reflective, sometimes difficult trips.
- Jason compares managing bad highs to meditation: observe the cloud and let it pass.