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The Dave Chang Show

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Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.

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The Evolution of the Las Vegas Food Scene, With Joe House, Shaun King, and Matt Rudofker | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 13) 26.07.2018 1:00:54

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with ‘House of Carbs’ host Joe House, Momofuku Las Vegas executive chef Shaun King, and Momofuku global director of culinary operations Matt Rudofker to discuss how Las Vegas became a culinary destination (10:55), building a healthy staff culture (24:19), and the unique challenges of running a restaurant in the desert (41:25). Learn more about your ad...

Lena Waithe on Staying True to Herself and What Inspires Her | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 12) 19.07.2018 46:42

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Lena Waithe to discuss why she doesn't want people to strive to be "the next Lena Waithe" (1:35), where she gets her inspiration (21:01), and why she decided to write in a chef character in her show 'The Chi' (37:22). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Producer Micro-Pod: A Tease for This Week's Lena Waithe Interview | The Dave Chang Show 17.07.2018 6:24

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by producers Aggi Ashagre and Isaac Lee in this micropod. They look ahead to Thursday's episode featuring screenwriter, producer, and actress Lena Waithe and discuss queer representation in media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alan Yang Returns to Discuss His Hollywood Takeover | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 11) 12.07.2018 49:30

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by screenwriter and producer Alan Yang in this second installment of their conversation about some of Alan's latest projects (1:18), Asian representation in pop culture (14:49), and how inclusion in Hollywood has evolved over the course of his career (27:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘Master of None’ Cocreator Alan Yang on Breaking Out of Harvard and Into Comedy | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 10) 28.06.2018 41:57

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by screenwriter and producer Alan Yang to discuss how he transitioned from studying biology into comedy (5:23), making it in Hollywood (20:11), and some fun behind-the-scenes tidbits that 'Parks and Recreation' fans will enjoy (25:23). Stay tuned for part two of the conversation with Alan Yang in two weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 5 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 9) 21.06.2018 57:15

In this final installment of the pre-opening diaries, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss the restaurant review process (8:15), dealing with poor reviews (28:05), and what to look forward to on the podcast (54:06). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Chang on Mental Health and Holding on to Hope | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 8) 14.06.2018 25:01

A brief note on this episode from chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang: "This week on the podcast, I want to open up a little about my own experiences with mental health in the hopes that we can chip away at some of the stigmas around it. I apologize if you’re a regular podcast listener and you find this to be too dark or too self-indulgent, but if it helps any of you feel a little better about se...

Chloe Kim on the Olympics, Korean American Identity, and Supportive Parents | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 7) 07.06.2018 47:43

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim to discuss dealing with heightened pressures at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics (2:30), overcoming difficulties growing up as a Korean American athlete (16:12), balancing her snowboarding career with daily life (28:42), and, of course, food (40:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

Growing Up With Asian Immigrant Parents | The Dave Chang Show 05.06.2018 7:20

In this micropod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang previews his interview with Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim by sharing his experiences playing competitive golf as a child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Helen Rosner on #MeToo in the Culinary World and Her Long Career on the Food Beat | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 6) 31.05.2018 52:14

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with New Yorker food correspondent Helen Rosner to discuss how food journalism has evolved (15:31). They also discuss how sexual misconduct allegations are being handled in the culinary world (27:01). Read Helen's work here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MSG, Korean Food, and Cultural Appropriation | The Dave Chang Show 29.05.2018 31:28

In this not-so-micro pod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by his producers, Isaac Lee and Aggi Ashagre, to discuss the racist implications behind the public perception of MSG, how Korean cuisine became popular in America, and dealing with cultural appropriation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 4 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 5) 24.05.2018 56:28

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss launching the Majordomo restaurant in Los Angeles (3:12), the reasons for its immediate success (20:55), and hit menu items (35:49). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rian Johnson and Karina Longworth on Dealing With Criticism | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 4) 17.05.2018 59:02

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ director Rian Johnson and ‘You Must Remember This’ host Karina Longworth to discuss innovating within the confines of expectation and facing subsequent criticism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rehashing ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ With Mallory Rubin | The Dave Chang Show 14.05.2018 14:54

In his first micropod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin to recapitulate their debate over the controversial film ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi.’ Stay tuned for Dave’s interview with ‘Last Jedi’ director Rian Johnson and film critic Karina Longworth later this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 3 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 3) 10.05.2018 1:00:05

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss developing unique menu items through test dinners (4:32), utilizing local California ingredients in the dishes (28:50), and accounting for customers’ requests (43:31). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 2) 03.05.2018 51:41

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss choosing the location for Majordomo in Los Angeles (7:53), planning the numerous facets of the restaurant (22:02), and building the menu through test kitchens (28:14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 1 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 1) 26.04.2018 47:41

Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss the steps leading up to moving to Los Angeles (5:57), using past mistakes as lessons to apply during the Majordomo launch (17:34), and the unique struggles of being a star chef (30:51). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing ‘The Dave Chang Show’ 24.04.2018 0:36

From 'The Ringer' and Majordomo Media: Join chef and founder of Momofuku Dave Chang as he shares his thoughts on the culinary world and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices