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Line Cook Thoughts
Line Cook Thoughts
Line Cook Thoughts

A podcast focusing on the everyday workers of the food service industry. I strive to promote cooks and other food service workers,... more

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Episodes

Episode 213: The Return Of The Podcast, Chili's, And New Cooks

In this episode of the Line Cook Thoughts Podcast, Ray reflects on his return after a year-long hiatus, sharing insights... more

21 Nov 2024 · 34 minutes
Episode 212: Brooklyn Pasta Lab with Michael Pini

In this episode, I chat with Michael Pini on his business, Brooklyn Pasta Lab. Brooklyn Pasta Lab was established in... more

01 Jan 2024 · 50 minutes
Episode 211: Interviews, Culinary Recruiting and More Job-Seeking Tips with Maura McMahon

In this episode, I chat with Maura McMahon. Maura McMahon is currently the Employment Manager at Mohonk Mountain House in New... more

18 Dec 2023 · 1 hour, 1 minute
Episode 210: 5 Years of LCT, CosMc's and Customer Sentenced to Fast Food

On this solo episode, I start off by reflecting on the 5 years I have spent working on Line Cook... more

09 Dec 2023 · 45 minutes
Episode 209: The Return of Hanalei Souza

In this episode, I chat with Hanalei Souza aka @ladylinecook. We discuss why the Sous Chef role is one of... more

03 Dec 2023 · 54 minutes
Episode 208: Andrew Friedman On His New Book "The Dish"

In this episode, I talk to Andrew Friedman, author of "The Dish: The Lives and Labor One Plate of Food."... more

23 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 10 minutes
Episode 207: Street Food Dominance in CPG, Staffing Levels And Medication Affecting The Food Industry

In this solo episode, I discuss the recent news that many major financial analysts are concerned over weight loss drugs... more

16 Oct 2023 · 35 minutes
Episode 206: Culinary School Enrollment, Web 3.0 Restaurant Impacts and More with Justin Khanna

In this episode, Justin Khanna returns to discuss many, many topics. We start out with the potential decline in culinary... more

08 Oct 2023 · 1 hour, 31 minutes
Episode 205: Hot Topics In The Food Industry with Mary King

On this episode of the podcast, Mary King returns to talk all things food industry. Mary King is a restaurant... more

01 Oct 2023 · 44 minutes
Episode 204: MrBeast Food Issues and AI Recipes

In this episode, I go over the lawsuits regarding MrBeast Burger and Virtual dining Concepts and the effects this can... more

08 Aug 2023 · 31 minutes
Episode 203: Managing Yourself Within The Food World with Chef Brother Luck

On this episode I chat with Chef Brother Luck. Chef Brother Luck, an acclaimed restaurateur from Colorado Springs, Colorado, is a renowned... more

27 Jul 2023 · 58 minutes
Episode 202: Talking Retro Recipes With Bobby Hicks

In this episode I chat with Bobby Hicks, the founder of Retro Recipes Kitchen. In the podcast we talk about... more

21 Jul 2023 · 1 hour, 2 minutes
Episode 201: How To Use Instagram Threads As A Chef Creator, Food AI and More With André Natera

On this episode, I chat with André Natera of Chef's PSA. We talk about Instagram Threads and how to take... more

12 Jul 2023 · 49 minutes
Episode 200: 10 Lessons I've Learned From Talking To Cooks

Episode 200 is hear, and I wanted to share the principles and ideas I've learned from talking with you all... more

06 Jul 2023 · 34 minutes
Episode 199: Not Staying Within The Lines, MasterChef and Creativity with Fred Chang

On this episode I chat with Fred Chang. Fred is a Chef, Food Blogger, 2x MasterChef Alum, Milkbar Alum and... more

25 Jun 2023 · 48 minutes
Episode 198: How Judgement Of Yourself And From Others Can Hold You Back In Food

In this episode, I talk about how fear of failing and the judgement we and others may hold is the... more

05 Jun 2023 · 30 minutes
Episode 197: Your Mental Health Matters!

On this episode, I chat with Jasmin Vitolo Parks-Papadopoulos. Here is her bio in her own words: "I am Jasmin... more

21 May 2023 · 43 minutes
Episode 196: Becoming A Lawyer, Learning To Cook and The Similarities Of Both

On this episode, I chat with Graham MacLennan. Graham MacLennan is a lawyer based in Vancouver, British Columbia. About 15... more

11 May 2023 · 33 minutes
Episode 195: My Interview with Jensen Cummings On The Best Served Podcast

Hello and welcome back to the show. Today's episode is a guest interview by yours truly on the Best Served... more

01 May 2023 · 21 minutes
Episode 194: Why Cooking Is Just A Small Part Of Success In Food

In this episode I dive into the idea of why just focusing on cooking is not enough to lead a... more

23 Apr 2023 · 30 minutes
Remembering The Interview with Professor Jerry Fischetti

On April 3rd the culinary world lost a teacher and a mentor to many. Jerry Fischetti was a professor I... more

10 Apr 2023 · 54 minutes
Episode 193: A Conversation On The Beverage Industry with Adam Shoemaker and Mason Aronson

On this episode of the show, I chat with Adam Shoemaker and Mason Aronson. These two are the hosts of... more

02 Apr 2023 · 46 minutes
Episode 192: What Is Good Food Marketing with Crista Aladjadjian

On this episode, I get to chat with Crista Aladjadjian. Crista Aladjadjian is a former chef and restaurant operator who... more

26 Mar 2023 · 39 minutes
Prep List Items Recap: 03/13/23

Welcome to a new content piece for the podcast! Every Saturday I will drop a brief recap of the Prep... more

18 Mar 2023 · 5 minutes
Episode 191: Lessons from MrBeast Burger/Impact of Removing Michelin Stars

In this solo episode I discuss two different topics.  The first half is a look at the success and impact of... more

15 Mar 2023 · 34 minutes
Episode 190: Success After Restaurants with Taffy Elrod

This episode is the return of Chef Taffy Elrod! Taffy Elrod is a professional chef, cooking instructor, recipe developer, food... more

05 Mar 2023 · 40 minutes
Episode 189: The Worst Career Advice For Cooks In 2023

In this episode I debut the podcast to both audio AND video audiences. This episode can be found on Youtube as... more

26 Feb 2023 · 31 minutes
Episode 188: Conversations Behind the Kitchen Door with Emmanuel Laroche

On this episode, I chat with author Emmanuel Laroche on his new book "Conversations Behind the Kitchen Door". Born and... more

21 Feb 2023 · 37 minutes
Episode 187: Food Robotics and Automation with Dr. Nathan Libbey

In this episode, I chat with Dr. Nathan Libbey. Dr. Libbey is the Director of Client Success at robochef, Inc,... more

13 Feb 2023 · 31 minutes
Episode 186: Are You Being Too Humble? When To Have Confidence In The Food Industry

Welcome back to another solo episode. This week I talk about why it is SO important that you show up... more

08 Feb 2023 · 23 minutes
Episode 185: How ChatGPT Will Change Recipe Writing and Being A Chef with André Natera

My guest today is Chef André Natera. With a 27-year culinary career, André Natera has cooked with Michelin-starred chefs and... more

31 Jan 2023 · 36 minutes
Episode 184: ServSafe Vs. Cooks/Consistency Vs. Creativity

On this episode I chat about the reporting by the NY Times that the food safety certification, ServSafe, is using... more

24 Jan 2023 · 32 minutes
Episode 183: Noma Closing, "The Menu" and A.I. with Justin Khanna

In this episode, Justin Khanna and I discuss the bombshell news of Noma closing. We breakdown our thoughts on what... more

12 Jan 2023 · 1 hour, 26 minutes
Episode 182: Process, Food Media And More with Chris Spear

In this episode, Chris Spear returns. Chris is the Chef/Owner of Perfect Little Bites. He is also the founder and... more

10 Jan 2023 · 50 minutes
Episode 181: Mistakes To Avoid And Advice For New Cooks In The Industry

In this episode, we start the year of 2023 off with mistakes to avoid and advice for new cooks in... more

02 Jan 2023 · 46 minutes
Episode 180: 4 Years of Line Cook Thoughts

In this episode I spend some time to thank you all for 4 years of Line Cook Thoughts! I give... more

25 Dec 2022 · 17 minutes
Episode 179: Interview with Josh Sharkey, CEO of meez

On this episode I chat with Josh Sharkey. Josh Sharkey is the founder and CEO of meez, the recipe tool... more

12 Dec 2022 · 44 minutes
Episode 178: 10 Books I Recommend (Not About Food But For Those In The Food Industry)

On this episode I start a new list framework I will be using over the next few weeks. I'll be... more

01 Dec 2022 · 19 minutes
Episode 177: Why The Expectation Of Suffering Is Still Hurting The Food Industry

Hello again and welcome back to another solo show. Today I wanted to take a deep dive into the expectations... more

27 Nov 2022 · 24 minutes
Episode 176: Winning MasterChef and Finding Success in Food Media with Dara Yu

On this week's podcast I chat with Chef Dara Yu. Dara Yu is a 21-year-old LA native chef. Her career... more

20 Nov 2022 · 46 minutes
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In this episode, Chris Spear returns. Chris is the Chef/Owner of Perfect Little Bites. He is also the founder and lead content... more