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In this episode, Sean Collins and Steve Barry update the future of the We Feed Them Podcast, a new release schedule and a bit of an updated tone. Then they move into Foodie news where they chat about giant coffee portions, and ranch dressing.  This episode kicks off a discussion about the infamous book "Kitchen Confidential" by the late Anthony Bourdain, its impact on the industry, where Sean and Steve feel they've had similar experiences and invite you, the listener to pick the book up and read along, Finally, we introduce a new segment called "Now Hiring" which is a comical take on improv as it relates to hiring on the fly.   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST:   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229   Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299   Website: wefeedthem.com   This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

Good farts and Bruce Lee. We speak with Jairo about preparing kimchi from scratch, and his defiant moment of preparing bacon in a new way. His inspirations, culinary upbringing, and his journey with his wife and their catering/food truck operation called A Bite With Mee https://www.abitewithmee.com/ A Bite with Mee specializes in delicious, healthy food with vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options! Our mission is creating educational awareness one bite at a time by providing and encouraging healthy, local, organic, eco-conscious, sustainable practices, as well as building community and connections!   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

What's actually in your McDonald's Big Mac? Spoiler: it's not just seven ingredients. This week, Sean and Steven go down the rabbit hole of fast food ingredients, from petroleum derived additives and soybean oil made with industrial degreaser, to the mystery behind McDonald's "natural beef flavor." They also dig into which fast food chains are doing it better (Culver's, Five Guys, Freddy's) and why Chipotle might actually be the move right now. The guys also get real about the impossible balance of feeding a family on a budget when McDonald's is sometimes cheaper than a grocery run and why that's a bigger systemic problem than most people want to admit. Plus: the Drive Away Challenge. Can you skip the drive-through just once before the next episode? Sean and Steven are daring you to try. A candid, unfiltered conversation about food, the industry behind it, and what we're really putting in our bodies. 🎙️ Hosted by Sean Collins & Steven Berry | We Feed Them — the podcast about the people and stories that shape the food industry.   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com

We Feed Them is a podcast about the people and stories that shape the food industry. Follow us and share with your friends. In this episode we discuss Seans method of grading his food operation . This is a great technique to use for general managers and restaurant owners to determine where they need to tighten up and where they're doing well. Then Steve makes a bold prediction about robotics and fast food while the boys discuss the next 30 years of hospitality.   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq 🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com   This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

The "We Feed Them" podcast, hosted by Sean Collins and Steven Barry, is a show about the people and stories behind the food industry. This episode focuses on tipping covering topics like tipping culture in America vs. other countries, the debate around tip pooling, and the awkwardness of being asked to tip at quick-service spots like Starbucks. The hosts also share personal war stories from their time working front of house, including dealing with dine-and-dashers, chaotic large parties, and the stress of messing up a bill. They wrap up by touching on the "no tax on tips" policy and reminiscing about their early days in the industry.     🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299   Website: wefeedthem.com   This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

On this 420 friendly episode of We Feed Them, we interview Aaron and Ray and rock out a chopping block live, ranking the best munchies from Trader Joe's. Aaron owns a head shop called Glass Roots, in Mishawaka Indiana. Check them out online and give them a follow. We recorded this episode at Glass Roots in celebration of 420.  Aaron Wyatt discusses some of the ways legalizing it has caused new concerns in the industry, the time his business was raided, the art of glass blowing and much more. Follow us, and share our episodes with people who you think would dig our content! 🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299   Website: wefeedthem.com   This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

Hosts Sean Collins and Steve Barry discuss what jobs Steve would be willing to work, like a line cook in Tokyo, a sommelier in france, a frito lay tast tester and more. What is your dream job? We also explore some lesser known jobs that celebrity chefs have had. Chefs like Gordon Ramsay, Wolfgang Puck, Julia Child and more. This is a podcast about the stories and people that shape the food industry. every week we release a new episode, and we hope you enjoy!   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com   This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

The hosts of the We Feed Them Podcast discuss the rise and fall of TGI Fridays, its influence on the industry and their favorite parts of it. They share memories of nights out at the local Fridays. Episode starts off with blind tasting liquor, which Steve NAILED. How well do you think you would do? This podcast is about the people and stories that shape the food industry. Line cooks, bartenders, chefs, farmers, food sales reps and more. Weekly we discuss whats on our mind, our experiences and industry insight. Subscribe and review!   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST:   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com

We get back into the studio this week where we discuss Sean wing competition, midwest weather, and more boring crap before a couple of awesome ads and a potato themed chopping block. What do you think is the best potato dish!?     🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299   Website: wefeedthem.com This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec

This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec   In this episode of We Feed Them, Sean and Steve totally bomb it. No preparation and a weird remote connection makes this the most awkward and skippable podcast episode yet. Sean has been sick, and steve is sleep deprived. so we landed here. on our very first ever remote recording. We talk about corporate restaurants and how they compete with private small businesses. We talk about human flesh finding its way into McDonalds food??!! and we talk about our beloved home town, Watervliet, MI Tune back in next week as we get back on pace! 🍻    🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq 🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them 📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com

This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec   In this episode of We Feed Them, Sean and Steven dive into the reality of transitioning from a team member to a manager in the restaurant industry. Drawing from their own experiences moving from the line into leadership, they talk about what actually changes when you step into management—and what nobody really warns you about. They cover the mental shift from focusing on one station to overseeing the entire operation, the pressure of being the person everyone looks to when things go wrong, and why leading by example matters more than barking orders. The conversation also explores topics like earning respect from your staff, learning from every coworker you meet, balancing authority with empathy, and figuring out your own management style. Along the way, they share stories from the kitchen, lessons learned the hard way, and practical advice for anyone thinking about taking the next step in their hospitality career. Whether you're an aspiring manager, a seasoned leader, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes in restaurants, this episode offers honest insight into the challenges, responsibilities, and rewards of leadership in the food industry.   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299   Website: wefeedthem.com

This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec   In Episode 14 of We Feed Them, Sean and Steve catch up after a chaotic week—including a scary hospital stay, long restaurant hours, and the grind of keeping a podcast schedule alive. They talk about several local restaurant closures and what they say about the current state of the industry, including the end of long-time staples and whether some concepts just don’t fit today’s culture anymore. Then it’s time for the Chopping Block, where they break down the ultimate gas station snack bracket—nuts, beef jerky, donuts, gummy candy, chips, and more. What’s the best road-trip snack when you’re staring down hours on the highway? In They Feed Us, the guys dive into the surprising history of Chef Boyardee—the real person behind the famous cans—and how a small Italian restaurant turned into one of the most recognizable food brands in America. The conversation eventually turns into a deeper look at processed food, convenience culture, and the strange reality of what we actually eat in America. Restaurant stories, food history, and the kind of kitchen conversations that usually happen after close. 🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299   Website: wefeedthem.com

This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec Is the "healthy soda" trend a scam? This week on We Feed Them, Sean and Steven rock out another Chopping Block Live segment, to taste prebiotic sodas like Poppi and Olipop. Beyond the fizz, we’re getting into the grit of kitchen life—from the aftermath of a devastating deep fryer death to the "jokes" that almost lead to a stabbing on the line. Highlights: The Chopping Block Live: We separate the probiotic hype from the actual flavor. Kitchen Disasters: A deep dive into the deep fryer tragedy and the reality of restaurant fires. Close Calls: The crew trades stories of the worst kitchen injuries and why you never "fake stab" a chef. The "Mushroom" Era: Our take on the alternative drink craze taking over grocery shelves. 🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq   🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com

This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec / In this episode of We Feed Them, Sean and Steven investigate the high-stakes world of corporate manipulation and kitchen survival. We’re breaking down the "Big Soda" conspiracy and a Super Bowl wing crisis that nearly took down the line. Plus, we launch a brand-new segment, Great Food People of History, starting with the chaotic and often misunderstood life of the man behind the white suit: Colonel Sanders. In this "Case File": The Walmart, Pepsi Price Gouging Scheme: We pull back the curtain on the alleged "back door deals" between corporate giants to keep grocery prices high while squashing the competition. Is it business, or is it a crime against the consumer? The 40 Wing Uh OH: Sean recounts a high-pressure Super Bowl Sunday where an online ordering glitch left the kitchen 40 wings short. Hear the "Bear"-style story of the literal sprint to a rival restaurant to save a customer's party. The Legend of the Colonel: Long before he was a mascot, Harland Sanders was a tough-as-nails entrepreneur who once got into a literal shootout over small business competition. We explore the real history of the KFC founder. New Partnerships: We’re officially fueled by Dubby Energy! Check the show notes for our exclusive discount code to get "turned the f*** up" like Sean. Support the Show: If you enjoyed this deep dive, share it with a fellow "food person." Your shares are what keep the algorithm feeding us! Keep feeding 'em. 🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq    🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them   📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com

This episode is supported by Snibbs Footwear and Dubby Energy. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and mentions of promotional partners. If you make a purchase through these links, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. (Paid Links below). SNIBBS Footwear $20 off: snibbs.co/wefeedthem DUBBY Energy 10% off: https://www.dubby.gg/?ref=yvdqzuec   Happy Valentine’s Day! In this special holiday episode, hosts Sean Collins and Steven Barry are joined by their long-time friend and "badass" cook, Junior Abrajan, to explore the spicy, messy, and often inappropriate world of restaurant romance. From "sneaky hideaways" in storage closets to the unique bond formed during a high-volume dinner rush, the crew dives deep into what it’s really like to find love (and trouble) in the food industry.   What’s in this episode: The High of the Rush: Junior and the hosts discuss the "adrenaline rush" of a busy kitchen and that rare, almost telepathic "in-sync" feeling when two cooks are working as one mind.   Industry Love Stories: A look at why restaurant workers almost exclusively date each other and the "scandalous" drama that follows when workplace hookups go south.   Tales from the Alley: Sean shares some hilarious—and slightly traumatizing—stories of things he’s seen in the restaurant alley after hours   Cooking for a Date: The guys debate their go-to romantic dishes, ranging from "bougie" fish to the questionable choice of Hamburger Helper.   Content Warning: This episode contains explicit language and discussions of adult themes and workplace "extracurriculars." Listener discretion is advised.   🎥 watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@wefeedthem?si=ip-Oi1CuUigIAFyq 🎧 LISTEN TO THE FULL AUDIO PODCAST: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0RKgIORu43VHm5fcdipFT7 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-feed-them/id1859129229 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a4866f0b-d6b5-4d18-a9bc-29b2fc4f8443/we-feed-them 📲 CONNECT WITH US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wefeedthempod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584447723299 Website: wefeedthem.com