

The Dave Chang Show
The Ringer
Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 1h 13min
So You Wanna … Build a YouTube Culinary Empire? With Andrew Rea
Guest Andrew Rea, host of Binging With Babish, discusses building a YouTube culinary empire. They talk about perfectionism, embracing mistakes, and Rea's new cookbook 'Basics With Babish'.

Oct 23, 2023 • 1h 6min
Meat and Threes, Underappreciated Po’boys, and Dave’s Boba Order
Former All-Pro offensive tackle and Louisiana native, Andrew Whitworth, joins Dave Chang and Chris Ying to discuss the superiority of roast beef and cheeseburger po'boys. They also assemble their meat-and-three dream teams, share their favorite boba orders, and emphasize the importance of eating sushi at the bar.

Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 26min
Dave and Chris Eat in New Orleans, the Worst Type of Diner on the Planet, and New Orleans Vs. Jacksonville
Dave After Dark: New Orleans edition. Dave and Chris explore the delights of New Orleans, hilarious dinner experiences, the impact of a weight loss drug on the food industry, and compare the food scenes in New Orleans and Jacksonville. They also discuss their culinary journey in Japan and reflect on the power of food and flavor.

Oct 16, 2023 • 1h 5min
Dave’s Favorite Seasonal Ingredients, the Grocery Store Price Conundrum, and the Future of Restaurant Service
Dave talks about his favorite seasonal ingredients, the high prices in grocery stores, and the future of restaurant service and automation.

Oct 12, 2023 • 1h 17min
Dave’s 'Thursday Night Football' Experience, Revisiting London, and PFFW: Kansas City Vs. Denver
Dave talks about his experience filming 'Thursday Night Football' and his recent trip to London. They discuss a travel faux pas, lopsided matchups in food and football, and answer a question about eating kimbap in one bite.

Oct 9, 2023 • 1h 25min
So You Wanna Be … a Hunter? With Steven Rinella
Host Dave Chang is joined by Steven Rinella, hunter, conservationist, and MeatEater founder. They discuss topics such as meat consumption, demystifying the taste of wild meats, and the ethics of hunting. They also talk about their own hunting and fishing adventures and the public perception of the hobby. The discussions include the misconceptions around hunting, biases against it, and the term 'gamey' when describing wild flavors. They explore the experience of introducing people to hunting and fishing and discuss the addiction and humbling moments these activities provide.

Oct 5, 2023 • 57min
The One Tailgate Dish to Rule Them All, What Dave Buys at the Korean Grocery Store, and L.A. Vs. Philadelphia Sandwiches
Dave Chang shares his favorite things to buy at the Korean grocery store and discusses the best places to get prepared foods and produce. The Pro Football Food Weekly segment covers a matchup between Washington, D.C. and Chicago, and a heavyweight bout between Los Angeles and Philadelphia. Dave also gives his advice on the perfect tailgate dish that can be prepared ahead of time. Join Dave and Chris as they talk about their new venture with Thursday Night Football and their new YouTube channel featuring cooking videos.

Oct 2, 2023 • 1h 13min
How Dave Picks Where to Eat, When to Give Up Your Seat on a Plane, and Top Five Rice Dishes
Dave is joined by Euno Lee to discuss tips for finding a place to eat, the conundrum of giving up your seat on a plane, and why ambitious restaurants may be reluctant to sell merchandise.

Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 12min
Bratwurst vs. Coneys, Crystal Chargers, and the Best Restaurant Bathrooms
This podcast episode discusses the food rivalry between Green Bay and Detroit, particularly the bratwurst vs. the Detroit-style coney. They also explore the importance of clean restaurant bathrooms and share experiences with high-tech toilets. The hosts talk about their irrational beliefs about bathrooms and discuss regional food preferences. They end with a debate on dining near a cemetery and their disbelief in ghosts.

Sep 25, 2023 • 1h 14min
Picking Restaurants for Groups, the Best Airports for Food, and the One Bar Game Dave Wants to Master
Dave takes the reins solo on this episode and gets into Three Things he sees in a restaurant’s cutlery and dishware—and what it says about the restaurant.Slice of Life takes a “turn” as Dave talks about a high-pressure situation every driver likely faces on a daily basis.Dave then gets into an AskDave segment, with a question about eating in a larger group in New York—and offers ideas for other large groups of diners and some of the best restaurant meal ideas.My Opinion Is Fact covers a wide variety of topics, including one question Dave calls “the best MOIF question [Euno] has ever come up with”: Which bar and pub game would Dave want to be the best at? The surprising answer involves some playful sniping at the Podfather (and perhaps an open challenge).Dave also covers his favorite airports to eat at, his favorite things to prep as a cook, and a FMK of custard-based desserts.Host: Dave Chang and Chris YingProducer: Victoria Valencia, Cory McConnell, Euno Lee, Gabi Marler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices