Seared

I've received a lot of questions in my time as a chef, even now that I'm retired. In this episode, not only do I share my story of becoming a chef, but I answer a few of those burning questions. Join me as I bare all about the passion-fueled journey, from a wide-eyed novice to a skilled culinarian, and the simultaneous struggle with alcohol addiction that painted this journey with its ow...

Can you imagine the shock if police stormed into your restaurant and hauled one of your cooks away? Sounds like a plot twist out of a Hollywood movie, doesn't it? But that's exactly what we'll be discussing today. We're diving into the murky waters of managing professional and personal relationships in the workplace and the tightrope you have to walk as a leader in the food ind...

If you don’t have trust, then what do you have? Working as a team means trusting that everyone’s got your back and you have theirs.  But what if you have doubts? What if someone’s broken that trust? Then what? In this episode, I share a story that will STINK to almighty hell, but in a good way? You’ll see what I mean.  I also share tips on how to rebuild trust when it’s lost, and how to amplify tr...

Imagine if someone did THIS to you when you thought you were just in for an interview? Where do you draw the line when it comes to doing things just because everyone else is doing it - even if it doesn't line up with who you are? Why DO we conform?  In this episode we step into the fire of a common kitchen practice and how it relates to toeing the line.  What are your thoughts? To learn more...

It's not uncommon to see a mouse or other little critters in the kitchen, but THIS?  We dive into some fun and deep waters here...a bit of woo, some spirituality, a sprinkle of energy, and a dash of the spooky. 👻 Please share or leave a review on iTunes or wherever you listen! Bon Appetit! To learn more about my Soulful Guidance sessions and to book, you can go HERE To join the wicked email...

Do you know what it takes to handle sticky situations like a champ? How would it be like to not freak out or lose control when things go pear-shaped? In this episode I share a gnarly tale and how it was handled...and what you can learn from that in your own life. You can also watch this episode on YouTube for some extra fun and flair.  To learn more about my Soulful Guidance sessions and to book,...

In this amuse bouche episode, you'll learn what Seared: Stories From The Stove is all about and who the hell is running this kitchen-slash-podcast.  This short intro will give you a run-down on what to expect from this new and unique podcast.  Yes, there are over 5 million podcasts out there, but none are like this one.  So sit down, dig in, and nourish yourself in all different ways.  Bon ap...