I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza

I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza

What does it really take to change your mind? Sometimes it’s a life-altering “aha” moment. Other times, it’s three dishes and a chef who refuses to quit. On this show, America’s Test Kitchen’s Dan Souza puts change to the test—one ingredient at a time. Each episode, he sits down with a celebrity guest for a candid conversation about the pivotal moments that shaped them, while serving them three different dishes, all built around an ingredient or food they hate. Three attempts. No easy outs. Can Dan get his guests to change their minds?

Episodes

Eddie Huang vs. Licorice

July 30, 2026 • 40 mins
Chef, writer, and director Eddie Huang takes on the candy he’s spent a lifetime avoiding as Dan serves up three bold takes on licorice. Between bites, Eddie reveals the movie that reshaped his childhood, how a brutal New York Times review helped launch his bestselling memoir and hit TV series Fresh Off the Boat, and why writing his novel Coming Undone proved an even bigger challenge than writing his memoir. Recipes Mentioned...
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Braun Strowman vs. Green Peas

July 16, 2026 • 41 mins
Wrestling and strongman legend Braun Strowman steps into the ring to face his ultimate culinary nemesis: green peas. As Dan puts Braun through three pea-packed dishes, the conversation gets surprisingly personal. Braun opens up about why he’s grateful to the bullies who shaped him, how he turns adversity into fuel for success, and why hosting Everything on the Menu with Braun Strowman is his latest title-worthy role. Recipes...
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Phoebe Robinson vs. Peas

July 2, 2026 • 35 mins
Comedian and writer Phoebe Robinson challenges Dan to change her mind about green peas—her least favorite food. Between bites, Phoebe shares how grit and optimism carried her through the years before fame, reflects on her time on the cult-hit TV show Portlandia, and reveals what she eats on the road as she gears up for her next comedy tour, Feral & Fired Up! Recipes Mentioned: Spring Pea Salad   Keema Matar served...
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Rocco DiSpirito vs. Arugula

June 18, 2026 • 33 mins
James Beard Award-winning chef Rocco DiSpirito sits down with Dan Souza to confront his culinary nemesis: arugula. Along the way, Rocco shares the gritty story behind his culinary rise—from getting his first restaurant job at age 11 to chasing a legendary three-star review, navigating the intense spotlight of reality TV fame, and rediscovering what matters most through time spent caring for his mother. Recipes Mentioned: Ar...
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Kardea Brown vs. Olives

June 4, 2026 • 33 mins
Dan welcomes chef, caterer, and cookbook author Kardea Brown to talk about her Gullah Geechee roots, her unlikely path to food TV, and the obstacles she’s overcome along the way. But there’s one challenge she still can’t get past: olives. Can Dan finally change Kardea’s mind? Recipes Mentioned: Green Olive Tapenade on a crostini Cheddar Olives New Orleans Muffulettas
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José Andrés vs. “Bad Food”

May 21, 2026 • 27 mins
Chef and humanitarian José Andrés will eat just about anything—except bad food. So instead of changing his mind, Dan serves up three classic tapas that tell the story of José’s homeland, Spain. Along the way, José shares memories from his culinary journey, from his acclaimed restaurants to his food relief work with World Central Kitchen, and shares an unforgettable bratwurst incident at a Washington Wizards game. Dis...
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Brooke Shields vs. Oregano

May 7, 2026 • 31 mins
Actress, entrepreneur, and icon Brooke Shields is a lifelong oregano skeptic, and puts her palate to the test as Dan serves her three dishes to win her over. Between bites, Brooke opens up about not being a confident cook, a surreal health scare, and embracing her “give zero f*cks” era.  Recipes Mentioned: Horiatiki Salata (Hearty Greek Salad) Seared Steak with Chimichurri Sauce French Bread Pizza
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Valerie Bertinelli vs. Oysters

April 23, 2026 • 28 mins
Description: In this episode, actress Valerie Bertinelli sits down with Dan Souza to face her longtime nemesis: oysters. As she bravely tackles raw oysters, a rich Oysters Rockefeller, and a crispy po’boy sandwich, Valerie opens up about a year of loss, healing, and writing her book, Getting Naked: The Quiet Work of Becoming Perfectly Imperfect.  Recipes Mentioned: Raw Oyster with Mignonette Granité Oysters Rockefelle...
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Neil Patrick Harris & David Burtka vs. The Devil(ed Eggs) You Know

April 9, 2026 • 31 mins
Can Dan Souza change Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka’s minds about their most-hated food: deviled eggs? Between laughs, confessions, and a few near gag-reflex reactions, the duo samples three unexpected takes on the classic dish. They also share the stories of their career pivots, their collaborative cocktail book, and a surprising revelation about the true source of David’s food trauma. Will one bite be enough&hel...
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Padma Lakshmi vs. Bitter Melon

March 26, 2026 • 26 mins
Host Dan Souza kicks things off with legendary TV star and food expert Padma Lakshmi. In this episode, Padma gets real about the twists, turns, and breakthroughs behind her rise to the top—while Dan puts his culinary know-how to the test with her ultimate nemesis: bitter melon. One divisive ingredient. Three dishes. No holding back. Can Dan change Padma's mind? Recipes Mentioned: Bitter Melon Pickles Goya Champuru (...
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I Changed My Mind premieres March 26!

March 20, 2026 • 45 secs
Join America’s Test Kitchen’s Dan Souza as he invites guests into the kitchen with their worst culinary nightmare–an ingredient they hate–all in the hopes of changing their mind. Will he succeed? Tune in on Thursday, March 26!
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