In The Weeds with Ben Randall

Episode 39: Not Sorry We Don't Have Waffles 09.05.2016 1:48:36 ↓

This week the WHO launched a war against bacon, so we LAUNCH BACK!  Also, gluten is intolerated, vegetarians are given their own space, and I will be buying a new mic before we record again.

Episode 38: The Live One 25.04.2016 1:06:15 ↓

Recorded live, in front of an amazing audience of only one.

Episode 37: Be A Better Customer 25.04.2016 15:35 ↓

Our first ever shitty Periscope recording!

Episode 36: Don't Be That Guy 25.04.2016 1:23:34 ↓

Just don't.

Episode 35: 7 Year-Olds Don't Eat Sushi 25.04.2016 1:10:35 ↓

Today we talk to Chef Renee, a mother, a friend, a private chef.  Born into restaurants but smart enough to not work in them, she's made a career of the OTHER arenas of the industry.

Episode 34: It's Not Us, It's You 03.04.2016 1:56:28 ↓

We cover what makes jobs the WORST jobs, be it environmental, political or miscellaneous.  Also, don't be a sucky customer.

Episode 33: That's Why They Have Recipes 03.04.2016 1:53:08 ↓

You know what pastry chefs hate?  Guys like me!  Guys who don't measure.  Welcome Chef Alekka to the show!

Episode 32: By The Way, I'm Allergic To Tortilla Chips 19.03.2016 2:15:41 ↓

In the 'studio' with us today is Ryan, our favorite bartender.  So let's get behind the bar!

Episode 31: Decoding Your Nickname 19.03.2016 1:14:06 ↓

You have a nickname.  Whether you know it or not.  In fact, ESPECIALLY if you don't think you have one.

Episode 30: Waiting. And waiting. And waiting 19.03.2016 1:39:10 ↓

Today, we make our first foray into recording a movie commentary track.  Sit down with us as we watch the Ryan Reynolds vehicle 'Waiting'.  They get a LOT of stuff right.  Sorry.

Episode 29: The Seven People You Meet In Hell 19.03.2016 1:48:37 ↓

You want the rundown?  You want the primer on the twisted personalities of restaurant folk?  You got it.

Episode 28: Lists 06.03.2016 1:28:05 ↓

Tonight we dispel some kitchen myths and talk dirty to kitchens.  Remember, there are at least 28 reasons to distrust Buzzfeed.

Episode 27: 5 More Reasons 14.02.2016 1:44:56 ↓

You really don't want to work in a restaurant.  Like REALLY.

Episode 26: I Am A Restaurant B Apostate 14.02.2016 2:03:42 ↓

Yep, I left Restaurant B.  I can't go back.  Here's why.

Episode 25: On The Road 14.02.2016 1:10:01 ↓

A tough one to listen to; Steve & I record in a moving vehicle on our way to the Alton Brown live show and talk work injuries!

Episode 24: The Big Drink 14.02.2016 1:39:22 ↓

I set out to talk more about Restaurant B, but ended up talking about the multitude of bottles I've violated.

The Timbute 14.02.2016 24:13 ↓

We lost a great man and a great chef last week.

Episode 23: The Front of the House 05.02.2016 1:32:54 ↓

...or "Your Constant Mention Of Babydick."

Episode 22: The Back of the House 01.02.2016 2:02:10 ↓

Here it is, kids, Installment 1 of our discussion of my time spent at Restaurant B.

Episode 21: Say Yes To Everything 01.02.2016 1:46:02 ↓

The 10 things you need to know to work in a restaurant kitchen.

Episode 20: Unholy Union 16.01.2016 1:42:04 ↓

I will never work for another labor union ever again.  Or another hotel.

Episode 19: Cheeseball 10.01.2016 1:59:42 ↓

We all mock it; we all eat it.

Episode 18: List of Failures 10.01.2016 1:16:34 ↓

...I mean Teaching cooking classes is fun, right?  Part 2.

Episode 17: That Ah-Ha Moment 12.12.2015 1:26:47 ↓

Teach cooking classes?  Like to people? Sure!

Episode 16: 5 Reasons 01.12.2015 49:44 ↓

You don't want to work in a restaurant.  Really.  I'm serious.