The Dave Chang Show
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.
Episodes
May 12, 2025 • 80 mins
Dave introduces today’s guest, Will Guidara, author of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality,’ and his storied culinary background. Dave then interviews Will and they talk about Will’s philosophies on hospitality, the influence of Danny Meyer’s approach to hospitality, problem-solving, and having a positive attitude regarding work. Dave finishes with an Ask Dave.
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May 8, 2025 • 86 mins
Dave and Chris talk about knowing when a dish is ready to be put on the menu. Chris then interviews Ben Shewry of Attica in Melbourne, Australia, and they talk about their years of friendship, kitchen culture, and Ben's obsessive pursuit of perfection. Dave and Chris finish the episode with a gauntlet being thrown and a future challenge promised.
Host: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guests: Ben Shewry
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe G...
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May 5, 2025 • 98 mins
Dave and Chris introduce their guest today, Aisha Ibrahim, and discuss her importance in today's culinary world. They are then joined by Aisha to talk about her storied career with some of the most important modern culinary figures, her transition from the basketball court to the kitchen, and being crazy and competitive enough to work in food. They finish with two Ask Daves.
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May 1, 2025 • 133 mins
Dave sits down with Anajak Thai owner/chef Justin Pichetrungsi and sommelier Ian Krupp to deep-dive into wine. In a conversation that flows as freely as its subject, the trio talk wine from a variety of angles: how to order it in a restaurant, the job of a sommelier, Majordomo-ing wine, and how to bring wine literacy back. Join for the education and fun, stay for the actual sabrage of a wine bottle—on a podcast.
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April 28, 2025 • 85 mins
Dave and Chris start by musing on chopsticks and salad, as well as accidentally parroting someone's accent back at them. They then take on the hot topic of seed oils with expert Dr. Selina Wang. Dave and Chris finish with a MOIF on froyo, the ice cream cone, and mean children playing online chess.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Dr. Selina Wang
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rear...
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April 24, 2025 • 87 mins
In this episode, Dave and Chris start off with some musings about artichokes and theorize about the potential untold Chinese influence on Italian cuisine. They then have an informative conversation with Warby Parker cofounder and co-CEO Neil Blumenthal about the current U.S. tariffs. Dave and Chris finish with an MOIF concerning the tariffs' potential effects on food in America, Parmesan Reggiano, and more.
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April 21, 2025 • 60 mins
A very over-caffeinated Dave returns from the Masters golf tournament in Augusta, Georgia, with stories to tell and some hot takes on food delivery. Afterward, Dave and Chris talk about a new cinematic project, then finish with an MOIF.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Editor: Stefano Sanchez
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April 17, 2025 • 55 mins
Dave is in Augusta, Georgia, for the Masters Tournament and has eaten his way through the course. He gives a rundown of the food, reveals a lie he told on TV, and recaps the excessive amount he has eaten. Dave and Chris then discuss some unhappy Discord users and their pizza takes, but they try to patch things up with an Ask Dave.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
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April 14, 2025 • 88 mins
Dave and Chris talk about what their dream restaurant would look like and how self-sufficiency with ingredients and schedule would play into it. They are then joined by owner and farmer at Verdant Hills Farm, Rich Butler, who discusses sustainability and the learning curve of becoming a farmer. Dave and Chris finish with a dining-themed MOIF.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Rich Butler
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilherm...
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April 10, 2025 • 94 mins
Dave and Chris discuss the value in learning to take the long way instead of the shortcut. They are then joined by one of the great modern explorers, among other endeavors, Erling Kagge, who talks with them about his mindset and how anyone can take risks and challenge themselves—even in the face of extreme danger. The episode ends with a surprise MOIF.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Erling Kagge
Video/Audio Producer: Feli...
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April 7, 2025 • 73 mins
Dave and Chris muse about how there is seriously great food across the United States, and it's not just concentrated in the major cities. They are then joined by pastry chef Dominique Ansel, who discusses his philosophy around asking questions in pursuit of innovation and creativity. He, Dave, and Chris also compare and contrast Asian and French cuisines and examine Dominique's process of trying to properly fuse the two.
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April 3, 2025 • 52 mins
Dave and Chris start with some musings on shortages and the effects they have on food. Next, they're joined by Dr. David Ortega to discuss the avian flu and how it will affect chicken and egg consumers economically. Then, Dave and Chris get into an inflation-related Ask Dave.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Dr. David Ortega
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
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March 31, 2025 • 85 mins
Dave and Chris talk fearmongering amongst the Eggpocalypse. They bring on animal epidemiologist and expert Dr. Maurice Pitesky to find out more about the avian flu, how it might spread to humans, and its worst-case scenarios. They close with an egg-themed MOIF that gets a little spicy.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Dr. Maurice Pitesky
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and ...
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March 27, 2025 • 75 mins
Dave and Chris consider things that have been unfairly demonized, from ingredients to medicinal drugs like cannabis. They are then joined by Beau Kilmer, the codirector of the RAND Drug Policy Research Center, who discusses the possible future of psychedelics in the United States. They finish with an Ask Dave.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Beau Kilmer
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Ke...
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March 24, 2025 • 72 mins
Dave and Chris talk about three keys to success before they are joined by iconic American chef, Nancy Silverton. They discuss with Nancy how to follow your gut (literally and figuratively), make your own path, and work hard. After, Nancy joins for a fun MOIF where we hear some hot takes about desserts and Italian food from a master of both.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Nancy Silverton
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhe...
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March 20, 2025 • 78 mins
Dave and Chris are joined by friends of the show, Kelly Meinhardt and Charlotte Duerden, to talk about friendship itself. This group of pals then participates in a cereal draft that is just grrrrrreat! They finish with a MOIF: Milk Opinion Is Fact.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guests: Kelly Meinhardt and Charlotte Duerden
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
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March 17, 2025 • 74 mins
Dave is recuperating from surgery. Dave and Chris talk about platitudes that they didn't listen to when they were younger, and wish they had now that they are older. They then dive into Dave's kitchen must-haves and ideal equipment for home chefs at any skill level. They end with a MOIF and Ask Dave mailbag! Relisten to the past episode on the science of nonstick cookware with Professor Greg Blonder here:
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March 6, 2025 • 57 mins
Dave and Chris talk about the lies we tell ourselves when we're eating. They then embark on a heated, spirited debate about one of the most divisive topics of our time: ranch or Caesar dressing? They finish off with a quick MOIF and a new recipe from Dave.
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Video/Audio Producer: Felipe Guilhermino, Victoria Valencia
Majordomo Media Producers: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
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March 3, 2025 • 79 mins
Dave and Chris have a special mystery guest on this episode to teach them the basics on card collecting, which has transformed from a childhood hobby into a booming industry. They opine on the commodification and diminishing returns of dining-out dish photos. There is also discussion about restaurant memorabilia collectors, from menus to stolen spoons. The duo finishes with a MOIF.
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February 27, 2025 • 64 mins
Dave muses about beef Wellington. Next up is the return of a fan favorite: Pronunciation Bee, with friend of the show Noelle. Then, the trio takes on Girl Scout Cookies. Chaos and laughter ensue!
Hosts: Dave Chang and Chris Ying
Guest: Noelle Cornelio
Video/Audio Producer: Victoria Valencia
Majordomo Media Production: Kelsey Rearden and David Meyer
Additional Production Support: T.Cruz
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