Calabama, aka Cara is a fascinating lady with a great story behind her brand and her hot sauce.  Please enjoy the journey of how she came to be Calabama and how she got from Alabama to LA.  If you're in the Southern California area or happen to be passing through on a random weekend be sure to look her up.  You can find her @calabama on Instagram! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

Into the Fryer- Ramblings From the Kitchen

calabama- episode 32

I took a few minutes to ramble on what I've been up to lately.  A little family vacation and a couple of weeks traveling for work.  Shout outs to the crews at Certified Angus Beef, Daniel & Diana Clark and Wes Zimmerman in particular, and Broadleaf Game- Mark, Annie & Tim Mitchell.  Thank you to all of you that helped educate me and help me gain knowledge in my field... Also for feeding me a lot of kick ass meals during the time I got to spend with each of your teams! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

august travels- episode 31

On July 20, 2019 I was given the opportunity to speak in honor of a great human being, Henry "Hawk" Levendusky.  Hawk was the father of one of my best friends, David Levendusky, and through the almost 35 years that I knew Hawk he treated me like one of the family.  David had asked me to read the beautiful words he'd written and to account in my own words the memories I had with his father.  This is the recording of that.  I was completely humbled and honored to be able to use my voice and memories as a conduit for my friend and his wonderful family.  Hawk was one of the best people I've ever known and I am a better man for having had him in my life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

hawk- episode 30

I was joined awhile back by my good friend and brother from another mother, Jeff Foehr.  We had talked about getting back together and furthering our food and life discussion, but after I listened to our conversation several times I decided we had a pretty great chat.  Jeff shared some great stories and we had some great laughs.  His love for food and the food industry really come through.  I hope you enjoy this episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

the lama- episode 29

Wishing a great big HAPPY FATHER'S DAY to my dads- Lou and Jim and all the men who helped raise me.  Also a big shout out to all of my friends that are now fathers doing the best they can to raise the next generation.  Much love to all! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

father's day '19- episode 28

I just wanted to say HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to my wife, mom, stepmom and the special women in my life that have helped raise me along the way.  I am grateful to all of you for all that you have done for me throughout life.  I am grateful to my wife for being a fantastic mother to our children... I don't know what they'd(we'd) do without you.  Much love to all! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

mother's day special- episode 28

Yolanda has such a fascinating story.  I was completely in awe of her honesty, candor and willingness to share about some very intimate details of her life.  From the loss of her grandmother when she was seventeen to the ups and downs of motherhood.  Her story is an inspiring one and she definitely knows where she is heading.  I really think you're going to enjoy her and you can follow her on Istangram: @ymonic --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

yolanda monic- episode 27

I had a freaking blast taking with Chef Jordan Miller in the first live episode of the podcast.  Jordan got his first exposure to kitchens at a very young age and has had an awesome journey to get to where he is today.  Born in Texas, but moved to New Jersey at an extremely young age...Why don't I just let him tell you about his life?  I hope you enjoy this episode! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

jordan miller- episode 26

I can't begin to tell you how excited I am and how on fire I am with life!!! I have been formulating and marinating an idea for a documentary for a little while and it is coming to fruition.  American Food will examine the lives of immigrant workers in the restaurant & food industries.  My plan is to bring to light the people behind the scenes and behind the food that we eat on a daily basis in our favorite establishments.  I want to dispel the myths that immigrant workers are taking jobs from people and actually how vital immigration is to our economy.  I hope you get a sense of how passionate I am on this topic and join me on the journey.  If you like this or any episodes of the podcast remember to subscribe.  If I could ask for a favor- please give me a review and rate the show... I would greatly appreciate it!  If you really like what I'm doing, then by all means, share it with friends and your inner circle.  Thank you, Matt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

american food project- episode 25

It's just lil' old me in this episode of the show.  I wanted to get back to a good old style ramble.  In this episode I talk about a couple of my recent blog posts- The Learning Curve & Cooking- or art.  It was lighthearted and fun to go a little old school(I say old school as if I've been doing this forever!).  In any case, I hope you enjoy this episode.  If you want to check out the blog posts you can head over to  https://www.fryerpod.com/  or you can take a look at each one individually;   https://www.fryerpod.com/blog/2019/2/17/the-learning-curve   https://www.fryerpod.com/blog/2019/3/21/wh90rxp8m1qmhf8vfkifl69xtkfwxf  If you like this episode or any of my other episodes please subscribe, follow and share with friends.  The podcast is available on most major platforms including: iHeartRadio, Spotify, Google & Apple podcasts.  Peace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

episode 24- solo sunday rambling

Please enjoy the third and final segment of the conversation with my good friend, Cori Cauble.  I purposely left off an intro to this segment, because hey...what more can I say to introduce her.  I mean, really, this is the third segment(that's a little tongue & cheek, if you're wondering).  However, if I could offer a suggestion...Go back to part 1 and listen from start to finish.  I feel it's the best way to take it all in and get the most out of our conversation.  Cori's journey is an incredible one of perseverance, discovery and reinvention.  My hope is that the rest of you will find her as fascinating and intriguing as I do. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

cori cauble, pt 3- episode 23

This is part 2 of 3 of the interview I did with long time friend, Cori Cauble.  Nowadays, Cori is a personal coach, pattern healer and Kundalini yoga instructor.  In this portion of the interview we cover many things Long Beach like Jack of None and how we possibly crossed paths well before I turned 20.  However, most importantly we discussed how she used her life's experiences to get her where she's at today. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

cori cauble pt 2, episode 23

Cori is a long time friend of mine.  We met when I was about 20 years old and have been friends ever since.  We had a brief stint as co-workers that  we'll talk about, but most of the time I've known her has been as a friend.  She is a pattern healer, wellness guide as well as a Kundalini yoga instructor.  I've always enjoyed talking with her and this conversation is no different.  We spent over two hours talking.  Trust me when I say that we could have spent a great deal more time chatting it up.  She has a wonderful soul, a great perspective on life and is just an overall beautiful human being.  If you want to find out more about what she does and who she is visit her website: coricauble.com  Due to the length of our chat I am breaking this conversation up into three parts.  I hope you enjoy part 1. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

cori cauble, part 1- episode 23

I had an absolute blast talking with Allison! She is making big waves on the culinary scene in NYC. At 28 she has had a wealth of experience and has a great overall sense of her own direction. I’m going to say that you all will be hearing about her for years to come as she has set the bar pretty high for herself. If you ask me...I have no doubt she’ll become a household name for many years to come. Enjoy, chef Allison Fasano. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

allison fasano- episode 22

I’m joined on this episode by one of my favorite people in the entire world., my son, Van. We talk a little bit about plants and LEGOs and a little this and that. Enjoy this very special chat with this very special dude. He melts my heart and I hope he melts yours too. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

Episode 20- Van Hewitt

There are so many chefs with so many stories and each of them are as unique as a fingerprint! I want to tell their stories and have fun while doing it. I'll share some of my stories too. The good, the bad and the ugly. I want to share the stories of those whose story hasn't been told yet- the grinders, the badasses and the everyday people that make your plates come to life! We'll definitely laugh along the way, we may cry, we may shock you too, but most importantly I'm gonna tell it like it is! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/intothefryer/support

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Into the Fryer- Ramblings From the Kitchen

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