Explore every episode of the podcast In The Weeds with Ben Randall
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 421: BrainWorm2024 | 08 Nov 2024 | 01:47:13 | |
| Episode 420: DUHigh | 30 Oct 2024 | 02:02:36 | |
Today we're talking McDonald's ongoing EColi issues, Subway getting trolled with frivolous lawsuits, Ben's new Prep Monster job and a major french fry producer shutters a plant. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 | |||
| Episode 411:The Shame Shack | 27 Aug 2024 | 01:56:13 | |
Today we're lighting Vicks Vap-O-Rub on fire, witnessing GBBO's comeback, wondering about Dunkin's boozy PSL & we get taken to task about non-dairy milks. Also, maybe it's time to spam-tag Pepsi? Aas always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 | |||
| Episode 285: Mayorinara | 06 Nov 2022 | 01:48:17 | |
Today we're talking Starbuck's Special K, trick-or-treating Idaho style, the US's Strategic Hotdog Reserve and Buddy Cianci's takeover of the Providence school menus. And there's a meat heist. Because if course there is. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| Episode 284: 17 Things That Do A Thing | 01 Nov 2022 | 01:38:54 | |
Today we're talking Amish Cracker Barrel, TikTok restaurant reviews, avian flu & the price of eggs, food trucks and more hiring processes. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 30: Choices, Choices | 27 Oct 2022 | 00:32:43 | |
I used to choose to drink, now I choose NOT to drink. I REALLY wish it was as simple as all that. Also, let me tell you about my job. (Originally released 11/3/2019) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 29: Triggered For Good | 20 Oct 2022 | 00:36:51 | |
Today we're talking about things that trigger you into feeling good, baseball, and we have an interview! (Originally released 8/13/2019) | |||
| Episode 283: The Dead Don't Have Bills | 17 Oct 2022 | 01:47:28 | |
Today we're talking Apples & apple picking, coffee, 'Texas' Pete hot sauce, the Great Racist British Baking Show and frivolous lawsuits. (Is that a job?) As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 28: Gradual Change Brought You Here | 13 Oct 2022 | 00:40:15 | |
How did we get here, what can we do for ourselves and how can we help each other? Also, chemistry. (Originally released 7/23/2019) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 27: The Other Side Of The Door | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:34:30 | |
Know thyself. (Originally released 4/2019) | |||
| Episode 282: Going Scandi! | 03 Oct 2022 | 01:48:38 | |
Today we're talking about folks stealing; stealing from federal funds for feeding children, stealing from the stock market(?) and trying to steal from as-of-yet unhired employees. What a week. Also, there are haircuts. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 26: Cascade Failure | 29 Sep 2022 | 00:19:48 | |
Look, I get it. You have a lot of problems. Where do you start? Well, at the beginning. (Originally released 3/9/2019) | |||
| Episode 281:Influence That Soft Opening | 27 Sep 2022 | 01:46:44 | |
We're back with an update on the good ship Disney Wish, how the mighty USA has fallen (in food security) and we dive into what they eat in Norway. Also, Ben was on someone else's show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-6-ben-randall/id1605827840?i=1000580322843 As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| Episode 410: Pancake Bush | 14 Aug 2024 | 02:12:39 | |
Tonight we're talking Boar's Head updates, Chicago street fests, Tipping (again), and should your boss just be an AI already? As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 | |||
| Episode 280: Ketchup By The Foot | 19 Sep 2022 | 01:55:47 | |
Steve's back! Today we're talking Steve's Alaskan cruise, ketchup chips, Canadian-American pizza and more on hiring post-COVID. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 25: On The Road | 15 Sep 2022 | 00:30:40 | |
So, how do we take care of ourselves when nobody is watching? Today, we head into the Heart of Darkness. Also known as Pittsburgh. (Originally released 2/24/2019) | |||
| Episode 279: If This Job's A 10 | 11 Sep 2022 | 01:24:45 | |
We're back! Ok, just Ben! Today we're talking about hiring restaurant employees - from both sides of the desk. Things are changing, folks. Gotta change with them. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 24: Bear In A Cage | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:34:07 | |
In which we talk about restaurant upbringing, managing expectations and personal responsibility. Also there's bears. (Originally released 1/20/2019) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 23: Happy New Year | 06 Sep 2022 | 00:29:11 | |
This time of year is tough; being sober over the holidays is tough, restaurant work is tough, but goddamn it, we are tough. Reach out if your innate badassery isn't getting you all the way there. https://www.aa.org/pages/en_US/find-local-aa 1-800-273-8255 (Suicide Prevention Hotline) https://www.hftd.org/ (Hope For The Day) https://www.bensfriendshope.com/ (Originally released 12/25/2018) | |||
| Episode 278: Terrible Muffins | 29 Aug 2022 | 01:58:35 | |
Today we’re talking about more hiring woes, unregulated pizza recalls and leaving your job for all the right reasons. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 22: The Pros & Cons | 25 Aug 2022 | 00:39:55 | |
In this episode, we talk about the very real pros & cons of sobriety. Restaurants don't make it easy on you. (Originally released 10/14/2018) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 21: Industry Health with Chef Laura McWilliams | 18 Aug 2022 | 00:49:21 | |
Today we sit down with a Seattle chef named Laura who has launched a company aimed at changing the way chefs approach health. We talk yoga, sleep & the importance of taking time for yourself. (Originally released 10/7/2018) | |||
| Episode 277: Austin Beef Syndicate | 14 Aug 2022 | 01:57:48 | |
Today we're talking brisket heists, cost increases linked to diesel fuel, hiring & hiring & hiring, Domino's Italy foray coming to an end and more on the Blue Bell criminal case. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 20: I Did Not Die | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:30:33 | |
Today we're talking about the cook shortage, chef suicide, treating our people like people and all the times I didn't die. (Originally released 9/16/2018) | |||
| Episode 409: Edible Bacon Diaper | 07 Aug 2024 | 01:42:10 | |
Today we're re-considering our position on Taco Bell (because we got a call!), we're dishing out some Boar's Head and somebody asked an Olympian to sit on cheese? As always find us (and call us!) here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 | |||
| Episode 276: Popeye's Is UnhealthCare | 08 Aug 2022 | 02:01:38 | |
Today we're talking Popeye's Customer Service, bulletproof coffee, the Cult of Keto, various approaches to pizza making and the ongoing hiring saga. Also, we have some teenchy technical difficulties. Let's blame it on supply chain. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 19: Hot Mess | 31 Jul 2022 | 00:30:32 | |
I went to a conference and read a book. Social situations continue to be a bummer and I had to take another long look inside. (Originally released 6/18/2018) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 18: RIP Chef Tony | 31 Jul 2022 | 00:21:07 | |
These are not the feels I wanted to have today. In losing Anthony Bourdain, I have lost part of the structure of what makes me...me, at least professionally. Get help if you need help Get rest if you need rest. Smoke 'em if you've got 'em. (Originally released 6/9/2018) | |||
| Episode 275: Lookin' Around For The Pickle | 25 Jul 2022 | 01:42:53 | |
Today we're talking about pickle-brined hotdogs, more Chicago pizzas, influencer culture, cancer Skittles and the birth of a Pizza Robot? As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 17: I'm Sorry, Jenn Louis | 21 Jul 2022 | 00:12:57 | |
I unfairly judged someone; here's where I apologize. Also, where are our real responsibilities? (Originally released 5/21/2018) | |||
| Episode 274: Mayo In The Mail | 18 Jul 2022 | 01:56:23 | |
Today we're talking fancy coffee (Cafe Feminino), customer service standards (of dentistry?) restaurants suing themselves, COVID closings and pickled hotdogs. Also, would you rather wait at the door, or at a table? Jury's out. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 16: CulinaRecovery with Melinda Dorn | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:59:32 | |
It's our first interview episode! Today we chat with Melinda Dorn about restaurant culture in relation to substance abuse, her history in the industry and her ideas for changing things (for the better) in the future. (Originally released 4/11/12) As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| Episode 273: Cutting The Mustard | 10 Jul 2022 | 01:14:54 | |
Tonight we're talking Sunrise Mill Flours, Duke's Mayo, wacky Oreo & KitKat flavors, Ben's ongoing house-moving saga and the looming Mustard Shortage. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 15: What's The Plan? | 07 Jul 2022 | 00:30:25 | |
So how do we make this work? Practice. We practiced drinking, now we have to practice sobriety. (Originally released 4/1/18) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 14: Slugging Average | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:27:32 | |
So what do we really value in the restaurant, and what define's a cook's value TO the restaurant? Also, baseball. (Originally released 3/4/2018) | |||
| Episode 408: Dr Vikram Baliga | 02 Aug 2024 | 01:38:45 | |
We have a guest! Joining us today is Dr. Vikram Baliga from Texas Tech to talk horticulture, water reclamation, backyard gardening and a bunch of other related things. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 | |||
| Episode 272: Stay Positive, My Friends | 27 Jun 2022 | 01:49:11 | |
Ladies & gentlemen, Ben had/has the COVIDs. Also, today we talk summer hiring, business travel, work flexibility and a trip to Connecticut! As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 13: Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Pint Glass | 16 Jun 2022 | 00:30:25 | |
If I could erase all of my terrible, fuzzy memories of my drinking days, would I? Find out! (Originally released 2/21/2018) | |||
| Episode 271: The Spaghetti Reactor | 12 Jun 2022 | 01:53:25 | |
On today's show we're talking about the future of dining rooms, a listener hips us to a new-ish service style, we mock some restaurant names and shorten up our Homebuying Corner even more! As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| Episode 270: 86 Tipping | 06 Jun 2022 | 01:50:47 | |
Today we're talking 5-Hour Energy swag, Jack's BBQ in Nashville TN, Starved Rock Coffee Co, marinating pork in Flamin' Hot Mountain Dew and abolishing tipping for the good of everyone. It's a rambly one. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 12: The Ben Identity | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:33:38 | |
Did my personality change when I quit drinking? How would I know? (Originally released 2/11/2018) | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 11: Oxygen Mask | 25 May 2022 | 00:31:02 | |
Tonight we're grilling, thinking about self-care and boxing. How can you be kind to yourself and mend some bridges? I have some ideas. (Originally released 1/22/2018) | |||
| Episode 269: Pie-Owa | 22 May 2022 | 01:42:09 | |
Today we're talking (more) house-hunting stuff, FoodDance Cafe's closure in Kalamazoo, Cream-Nut Peanut Butter, Grub Hub's "free lunch" and Jif's peanut butter recall. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 10: Petoskey Stone | 18 May 2022 | 00:29:06 | |
How do we mourn a loss without alcohol? Also bread, stones & Star Wars (Originally released 1/13/2018) | |||
| Episode 268: Kitchen Wishing | 16 May 2022 | 01:37:49 | |
Today we're talking house-buying (again), Mountain Dew gives us a Mouth UTI and SolidTeknics is still not sponsoring us. Also, Starbucks engages in union busting and the 'meat shortage' was more of an 'actual lie/gouging'. As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 9: Party On | 11 May 2022 | 00:29:01 | |
So you've been invited to a restaurant work party. Everyone's going to be drinking. How does that shake out for you? (Originally released 12/3/2017) | |||
| Episode 407: Taco Bonaroo | 22 Jul 2024 | 01:38:41 | |
Our topics today include a glut of tomatoes, cheese on fish (?), apologies to old chefs and Taco Bell is hosting an old-people-cosplay festival? As always, find us here: https://www.speakpipe.com/InTheWeedsWithBenRandall https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop intheweedswbr@gmail.com | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 8: What Is Sobriety? | 04 May 2022 | 00:28:55 | |
How do you define sobriety, for you? Because it's a tricky word. Spoilers, there IS no one definition. (Originally released 9/10/2017) | |||
| Episode 267: Oh, Those 9 Cent Steaks | 03 May 2022 | 01:49:02 | |
Today we're talking MadeIn Cookware (not a sponsor), Whittingham Meats (not a sponsor), E.Coli beef recalls (DEFINITELY not a sponsor) and what should you do when the store makes an error in your favor? As always, find us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/774902433251568 https://www.instagram.com/chefbenrandall/ (instagram) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-weeds-with-ben-randall/id869521547 @wurstharold (twitter) https://www.redbubble.com/people/enzwell/shop | |||
| This Empty Glass Episode 7: Where Is Home? | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:32:41 | |
Where do you feel comfortable? Who are the people there? Are they really good for you? Do you remember where that giant bruise down the side of your leg came from? (Originally released 8/20/2017) | |||