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Track & Food Podcast

Jamie Mah
Vancouver
Migrant Workers
Michelin Awards
BCLDB
Vancouver, Canada
Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Living Roots, the Promise Of Perennial Foods
The Land Institute
Foodie Culture
Robin Wall Kimmerer
Vancouver Hospitality
Bar Supernova
Canada Labour Policy
Perennial Cultures Lab
Kernza

Jamie Mah is a writer, bartender and sommelier in beautiful Vancouver B.C. Join him as he takes comprehensive deep dives into everything food and culture in the city and around the globe.

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Recently, I sat down with my good friend James Iranzad (Gooseneck Hospitality) for a long-overdue catch-up, beginning with a piece that caught both our attention: Substance Abuse, a column by Ed Elson in the Simply Put newsletter. Elson's provocative... more

This week, I'm joined by Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug, co-editors of Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods (Island Press, March 3, 2026), a new collection from The Land Institute and UC Santa Barbara that asks a deceptively simple quest... more

Three years ago, I interviewed labour economist David Fairey and UVic sociologist Anelyse Weiler about British Columbia's piece rate system — the legal framework that allows farm workers to be paid less than minimum wage. Although I've worked in hosp... more

Opening a bar in Vancouver in 2026 can cost of upwards of over a million dollars - and that's before you've even served a single drink. So what does it take to sign a lease, survive the build-out, and create something that lasts? I recently sat down ... more

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Recent Guests

Aubrey Streit Krug
Co-author of Living Roots, affiliated with The Land Institute (Perennial Cultures Lab)
The Land Institute
Episode: Rooted in What? : Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug Give the Lowdown on Perennial Agriculture
Liz Carlisle
Associate professor, Environmental Studies Program, UC Santa Barbara; director of the Perennial Cultures Lab at The Land Institute
UC Santa Barbara; The Land Institute
Episode: Rooted in What? : Liz Carlisle and Aubrey Streit Krug Give the Lowdown on Perennial Agriculture
Marcello Di Cintio
Author of Precarious: The Lives of Migrant Workers
Author, Calgary
Episode: Understanding The Lives of Migrant Workers with Author Marcello Di Cintio
Max Curzon-Price
Aspiring bar entrepreneur, partner at Nomo Nomo/Elisa
Nomo Nomo; Elisa
Episode: So You Want to Open a Bar?: With Andrew Kong, Max Curzon-Price, James Iranzad & Dallah El-Chami
Andrew Kong
Restaurant/bar operator, involved with Bar Supernova
Nomo Nomo
Episode: So You Want to Open a Bar?: With Andrew Kong, Max Curzon-Price, James Iranzad & Dallah El-Chami
Dallah El-Chami
Mish Mish bakery founder, involved with Superbaba
Mish Mish; Superbaba
Episode: So You Want to Open a Bar?: With Andrew Kong, Max Curzon-Price, James Iranzad & Dallah El-Chami
Joël Watanabe
Chef and owner of Mio, Kissa Tanto, and Bao Bei
Kissa Tanto, Mio, Bao Bei
Episode: Chef Culture, Awards, Opening Restaurants with Joël Watanabe, Ron McKinlay and James Iranzad
Ron McKinlay
Prominent Canadian chef with a background at Canoe
Canoe (formerly), Gooseneck Hospitality
Episode: Chef Culture, Awards, Opening Restaurants with Joël Watanabe, Ron McKinlay and James Iranzad
James Iranzad
Gooseneck Hospitality partner
Gooseneck Hospitality
Episode: Talking Tip-Flation, No-Show Fees, Meatless Menus, and Re-Finding the Spark

Hosts

Jamie Mah
Host of Track & Food Podcast
James Iranzad
Co-host, hospitality professional
James Langford-Smith
Co-host, hospitality professional

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Awesome topics

    This podcast is really well done; the audio is perfectly edited and they cover some incredible topics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TracyGiesz
    Canada8 years ago
  • Lusting for Vancouver

    I can’t stop! This is making me want to move back to the city.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mercederain
    Canada8 years ago
  • Track and Food

    Jamie and Mick have started a great venue for food and drink chat and anything industry related! With a wealth of experience and connections in the industry there will be no shortage of interesting topics. The two are a great match to balance each other out. I had the pleasure of being on the podcast would love to do it again! Keep up the momentum boys

    Bruce

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bruce Nollert
    Canada8 years ago
  • A Hit.

    Jamie and Mick have natural on-air charisma. They’re witty and fun, and they clearly know the Vancouver food and drink scene. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KellyJBurke
    Canada8 years ago
  • Amazing

    Great Podcasts:) will definitely be listening more :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabbymah
    Canada8 years ago

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Praise the balanced, candid banter and deep Vancouver roots.

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#250
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Understanding The Lives of Migrant Workers with Author Marcello Di Cintio
Q: What kinds of stories stood out to you the most while researching across Canada?
He highlights cases like Griselda and Celeste, and Evangeline, illustrating how intimate, risking, and sometimes heroic acts by workers intersect with harsh conditions and regulatory gaps, showing both vulnerability and agency.
Understanding The Lives of Migrant Workers with Author Marcello Di Cintio
Q: Can you talk about what you discovered regarding the policy history and the structure of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program?
Di Cintio discusses how policies evolved from a steady influx of workers who could 'leave' to a system that binds workers to a single employer, with explicit xenophobia shaping early designs and ongoing debates about labor rights and permanence.
Understanding The Lives of Migrant Workers with Author Marcello Di Cintio
Q: But I guess the first thing I'd like to get into is just what made you want to write a book like this? And why tell this story?
Marcello explains that his grandfather's immigration story and the broader history of migrant labor shaped his move to document these narratives, and he emphasizes the need to connect personal experiences with the policy backdrop to reveal the full picture of labor exploitation and resilience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Track & Food Podcast

What is Track & Food Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, industry-savvy conversation focused on food, beverage, and Vancouver's hospitality scene, with episodes frequently unpacking awards, openings, pricing, and the realities of running venues. Across guests and hosts, the show blends practical operations know-how with cultural commentary, mentorship stories, and firsthand accounts of navigating local markets, media, and policy. Noteworthy is how voices—from veteran chefs to rising operators—combine hands-on experience with thoughtful perspectives on sustainability, labor, and city-building in the dining world. This mix makes it a strong fit for listeners who want concrete lessons, insider context, and a pulse on current industry dynamics, whether they're operators, suppliers, or brand... more

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1. Aubrey Streit Krug
2. Liz Carlisle
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4. Max Curzon-Price
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6. Dallah El-Chami
7. Joël Watanabe
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