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Pod Chef

Pod Chef
Top Chef
Cooking
Restaurant Wars
Culinary Arts
Canada
Toronto
Cooking Techniques
Thanksgiving
Pizza
Vinny
Calgary Stampede
Pancakes
Tristan
Southern Cuisine
Peacock
Comedy
Culinary Stunts
Mike Isabella
Richard Blais
Christianity

The official Top Chef re-watch podcast sanctioned by Tom Colicchio. With your hosts - The Three Amigos, Your Best Friends: Bryan, Jamal, and Reaves.

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Latest Episodes

Alex Kazanas steps in to help us celebrate our 250th episode while Reaves tries to podcast through a lisp caused by a competitive hot dog eating injury. It goes exactly as poorly as you'd expect.

This week on Pod Chef, Bryan, Jamal, and a very lispy... more

Bryan creates a toxic workplace by ranking his co-hosts on a scale of "loveability," and Jamal flexes on everyone with a bougie first-class airplane food review.

This week on Pod Chef, the vibe is instantly ruined when Bryan breaks out his controver... more

It's the biggest week of the Bravo calendar: Restaurant Wars! Reaves is actually here for the entire episode, Bryan is still salty about last week's voicemail, and we take full credit for launching our guest's literary career.

This week on Pod Chef,... more

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Jamal is flying solo this week... well, almost. Improviser and travel aficionado Kate Symes steps in to save the pod, while Bryan calls in from an airport lounge after a wild run-in with past guest Reverend Hun Gary.

This week on Pod Chef, Jamal and... more

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Recent Guests

Alex Kazanas
Friend of the podcast, returning guest
Episode: Top Chef S23E10 Recap: "Hook, Line, and Dinner" & Hot Dog Injuries w/ Alex Kazanas | Ep 250
Oscar Diaz
Executive chef, noted for his work in North Carolina
Top Chef contestant
Episode: Top Chef S23E09 Recap: "The Ultimate Dinner Party" & First Class Dining | Ep 249
Kate Symes
Guest on Pod Chef episode
Episode: Top Chef S23E07 Recap: "Desserts Fit for a Queen" w/ Kate Symes | Ep 247
John Carroll
Guest who previously appeared on the podcast
Episode: Top Chef S23E06 Recap: "Going Whole Hog" & Bryan's Replacement w/ John Carroll | Ep 246
Timothy Townsend
Tim Townsend, long-time podcast collaborator and guest on this episode
Pod Chef guest, Buffalo-area podcast collaborator
Episode: Top Chef S23E05 Recap: “Cut & Dry” and Remembering Optophobia w/ Tim Townsend | Ep 245
Emeril Lagasse
Guest judge, celebrated chef
Emeril Lagasse; Top Chef judge
Episode: Top Chef S23E03 Recap: "True Colors" & Bryan's 30-Word Limit | Ep 243
Tom Colicchio
Celebrity chef, owner of Crafted Hospitality, and co-founder of Top Chef
Crafted Hospitality
Episode: #227 - An Ethical, Self-Produced Documentary About My Life (Top Chef S10, E6 recap)
Chris Pratt
Actor known for roles in movies like Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World
Actor
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Anna Faris
Actress known for her work in the Scary Movie franchise and television
Actress
Episode: #227 - An Ethical, Self-Produced Documentary About My Life (Top Chef S10, E6 recap)

Hosts

Jamal
Host with a long-running presence; part of the trio behind Pod Chef; known for humor and dish banter.
Bryan
Co-host; central to banter and hosting rhythm; often drives humor and audience engagement.
Reaves
Co-host; contributes co-host energy, audience rapport, and conversational flow.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 91 ratings
  • And some other stuff

    5/5 the premiere official Tom-sanctioned Top Chef podcast. All other Top Chef podcasts are inferior and should gracefully bow out. Pack Your Knives, pack your knives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MinorxRhett
    United States19 days ago
  • It’s Top Chef plus comedy—what more could you want

    Chefs, I prepared for you: vegan steak fajitas. I sautéed orange and yellow mini bell peppers leftover from a veggie tray ten days ago, plus red onion, cremini mushrooms, garlic, jalapeño, taco seasoning and half a fresh tomato I had in my fridge that I can’t use anymore because I ran out of bread to make sandwiches. I added taco seasoning to all of this. Then I sautéed Beyond steak, mixed with the vegetables, then served on corn tortillas.

    Listeners, if you want to hear some NBA analysts thr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kierabs
    United States8 months ago
  • good show

    someone was breathing heavy in their mic the entire time. it was very distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    drakes#01fan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Better than Others

    This pod is fun and doesn’t take itself too seriously, unlike certain OTHER Top Chef podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachel Bloor
    United Statesa year ago
  • Tom Colicchio approved

    The hosts are hilarious. Not to mention you get to hear what they ate last night! (And only last night)

    Edit: Chefs I have procured for you a piece of breaded baked haddock, waffle fries and mashed potatoes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicolerann89
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Consistently entertaining with strong recurring bits and guest moments.
The banter and chemistry are a major draw; guests and humor keep it fresh.
Listeners appreciate the lightness and insights from guests; some want tighter Top Chef coverage.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Top Chef S23E10 Recap: "Hook, Line, and Dinner" & Hot Dog Injuries w/ Alex Kazanas | Ep 250
Q: Alex, you've been watching this season?
Yes, he confirms watching and shares impressions of the season's dynamics and highlights.
Top Chef S23E05 Recap: “Cut & Dry” and Remembering Optophobia w/ Tim Townsend | Ep 245
Q: Tim, what's your relationship with Top Chef?
Tim explains he was an early viewer and has followed the show for years, connecting his own podcasting experiences to Top Chef coverage.
#214 - It Takes Two to Coup (Top Chef Season 22, Episode 14 recap)
Q: How did the chefs perform in the final meal?
The chefs showcased impressive dishes, but Tristan stood out the most among the contestants, gaining praise and ultimately securing the win.
#206 - Dude, Where's My Mise en Place? w/ Britt Migs (Top Chef S22, E6 recap)
Q: Britt, have you ever watched Top Chef before?
I have, but I need to give some caveats—I like Top Chef but I'm bad at committing to competition shows.
#197 - It's a New Game Now w/ Chef Savannah Miller
Q: What do you think you learned the most about yourself during the show?
Savannah reflects on gaining confidence in her cooking and decision-making capabilities.

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What is Pod Chef about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Humorous, fast-paced recaps of a popular reality-competition show, anchored by three hosts who riff on episode challenges, behind-the-scenes drama, and fan lore while weaving in playful banter and occasional guest insights. Episodes blend quick-fire jokes, personal anecdotes, and light analysis of contestants, with recurring segments and meta-commentary on sponsorships and show structure. Noteworthy is the mix of long-running familiarity and fresh guest appearances from notable chefs and media figures, which keeps the conversations lively even for listeners who watch the show casually or only tune in for the humor. The format appears to regularly blend recap, guest perspectives, and producer-style banter, making it a strong fit for fans see... more

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1. Pack Your Knives
2. We Know Top Chef
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Recent guests on Pod Chef include:

1. Alex Kazanas
2. Oscar Diaz
3. Kate Symes
4. John Carroll
5. Timothy Townsend
6. Emeril Lagasse
7. Tom Colicchio
8. Chris Pratt

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