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Pizza Story Podcast

Erica D"Arcangelo

There are more than 70,000 family-owned pizzeria"s in America, and even more across the globe. Each one has their own unique story. Join our host Erica D"Arcangelo as she interviews this group of real American heroes, and learns about their pizza stories. This podcast encompasses everything that makes you fall in love with food, family, Italian culture, and tradition. Most of all, you"ll get inside information on the best pizza in the world, and where to get it, from award-winning pizzaiolo"s and

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00:25:12

From Malibu Private Chef to Best Caterer: The Story...

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2026/04/15

Victor Melchor didn’t just wake up one day with an award-winning pizza trailer. He spent years watching beautiful, stone wood-fired ovens in Malibu backyards sit cold, used as nothing more than "decoration." He was the one who finally started lighting the fires.In this episode of The Pizza Story, I’m sitting down with the man who turned a Malibu grocery store deli job into Woodstock Farina, Ventura County’s 2025 Best Caterer. Victor’s journey is pure hustle. From migrating from Oaxaca,

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00:26:25

From Surviving a House Fire to Serving Drake: The...

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2026/04/08

What happens when you lose everything in a fire and have to start over from scratch? For Adam and his wife Sasha, the answer was found in a 500-page cookbook and a shared love for "Pizza Fridays ♥️."In this episode of The Pizza Story Podcast, we’re talking with Adam, the founder of Hooray for Pizza Day, a Toronto staple located inside the iconic Comedy Bar Danforth 🍕. We dive into their harrowing origin story, how they ran a secret high-volume pizzeria out of a 9th-floor condo, and the

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00:27:41

Pizza, Pop-Ups, and Parenting: The Bruddy's Pizza...

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2026/04/01

What does it take to turn a COVID-era hobby into a thriving pizza brand without a permanent storefront? In this episode, we sit down with Alik, the founder of Bruddy’s Pizza, a popular pop-up based in Oceanside, California 🍕.Alik takes us through his journey from a literature student and bartender to a woodworker, and finally, to a self-taught pizzaiolo. We discuss the "daunting" early days of making terrible pizzas in a home oven, the inspiration found in YouTube's The Pizza Show,

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00:26:32

From Farm to Fire: Crafting the Future of Legacy...

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2026/03/25

Can a pizza crust made of sweet corn and poppy seeds redefine a legacy? I’d like to think so 🌽🌱On today’s episode of The Pizza Story Podcast, we sit down with Thomas Novosel Jr., the visionary behind Happy Valley Chef LLC. Based in the heart of Central Pennsylvania, Thomas is a true pizza artisan who has mastered the balance between honoring the "old school" methods of 50-year-old pizzerias and pushing the

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00:21:06

The Pizza Enemy: How a Delivery Disaster Created an...

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2026/03/18

What happens when your Valentine’s Day pizza arrives vertical, broken, and cold? If you’re Luc (aka @lucho_pizzaaa), you don't just ask for a refund—you start a revolution in your own kitchen 🍕.In this episode of The Pizza Story Podcast, I’m joined by one of the most exciting faces in the modern pizza scene. Based in Lyon, France 🇫🇷, Luc has gone from a casual home cook to a viral dough specialist with over 400,000 monthly views. His secret? He stopped trying to copy the restaurants and

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00:43:00

60 Years of Sauce, Soul, and Survival with Nicolosi’s...

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2026/03/11

From the rough-and-tumble docks of New York to the heart of North Jersey, the story of Nicolosi’s Pizza is more than just flour and water—it’s a masterclass in the American Dream 🇺🇸. In this episode, host Erica D'Arcangelo sits down with Angelo Nicolosi, the third-generation torchbearer of a 60-year culinary legacy.Angelo pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to run an old-school powerhouse in a digital world. We dive deep into his grandfather’s migration from Trecastagni, Sicily,

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00:28:49

Redefining Leadership: Women’s Pizza Month with...

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2026/03/04

In this episode of The Pizza Story Podcast, I am joined by a woman who is truly a force of nature in the pizza community. You likely know her as @realcleverfood on Instagram, where she shares her stunning recipe development and masterclasses.Christy Alia isn’t just a pizzaiola; she’s an East Coast collective leader, a global Gozney ambassador, and the visionary founder of Women’s Pizza Month.We dive deep into her story—from growing up in the Bronx and Queens and learning the art of the dough from

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01:01:28

From Lockdown Hobby to 16 Million Views: Meet...

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2026/02/25

In 2020, while the rest of the world was slowing down, today's guest was firing up the ovens 🔥! I am so excited to share this episode with you all! Today on the Pizza Story Podcast, I’m sitting down with a young man who is redefining what it means to be a "junior" in the kitchen. At just 15 years old, Chef Rocco isn’t just making pizza; he’s building an empire 🍕. From his early days experimenting in lockdown to launching Rocco’s Pizza and serving 80-person events in freezing

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00:29:44

The Prodigal Pizzaiolo: John Gristina’s Return to the...

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2026/02/18

What happens when you walk away from your calling for thirteen years, only to realize that the fire never truly went out 🔥? In this soul-baring episode of The Pizza Story Podcast, Erica D’Arcangelo sits down with John Gristina, the award-winning force behind Pizza Fenice in Pelham, New York. For over a decade, John lived a life completely removed from the flour and heat of a commercial kitchen. He worked in hospitals, managed corporate salad chains, and even became a licensed massage therapist. But

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00:27:52

The Spirit of Italian Dance: Pizza, Healing, Rituals,...

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2026/02/11

In this episode of the Pizza Story Podcast, host Erica D'Arcangelo sits down with Anna Harsh, the visionary director behind Allegro Dance Company 💃🏻. Anna has dedicated over three decades to researching, performing, and preserving traditional Italian dances that date back over 2,000 years.From performing for the Pope to researching ancestral rituals in the heart of Calabria, Anna shares how dance is more than just movement—it’s a form of prayer, a method of healing, and a vital link to Italian

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00:31:15

The Grit, The Glory, and The GOAT: Tony Gemignani & A...

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2026/02/04

What does it truly take to become the most decorated pizza maker in the world 🌎? Today on The Pizza Story Podcast, we are sitting down with the legendary Tony Gemignani. With 13 world titles, multiple Guinness World Records, and a culinary empire that spans from independent shops to international franchises, Tony is widely considered the "GOAT" (Greatest of All Time) of the pizza industry 🍕.In this expansive interview, Erica D'Arcangelo digs deep into the "school of hard

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00:28:55

The Movement Shaking Up the Industry: Alexandra...

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2026/01/28

“Pizza wasn't just a meal in my house; it was the celebratory item after every win, the center of every sleepover, and the force that defined our family without us even realizing it. 🍕”In this episode of The Pizza Story, host Erica D'Arcangelo sits down with Alexandra Mortati, the visionary founder behind Women in Pizza. Alexandra’s story is a beautiful blend of deep-rooted family tradition and modern entrepreneurial spirit. Growing up surrounded by the flour, tomatoes, and olive oil of her

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00:24:25

From Front-of-House to 50 Top Pizza with Leña Pizza...

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2026/01/21

Hey guys, welcome back to the Pizza Story Podcast! They say every great pizza has a story, but rarely does that story involve a transformation into a bagel shop at sunrise.Today, I am sitting down with the incredible Marisol Doyle, the heart and soul behind Leña Pizza & Bagels in Cleveland, Mississippi. Marisol has managed to capture the attention of the global culinary world, earning a spot on the prestigious 50 Top Pizza list and receiving glowing reviews from the New York Times—all from a

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00:24:07

From Jersey Roots to Reno’s Best Crust: The South...

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2026/01/14

Have you ever wondered what makes a pizza go from "good" to "legendary"? In this episode of the Pizza Story Podcast, we’re heading to Reno, Nevada, to sit down with Ian Madan, the founder and heart behind South Creek Pizza Co. For over 13 years, South Creek has been a sanctuary for those who crave the perfect "leopard-spotted" charred crust and the authentic taste of Italy in the high desert. But the journey to becoming a Reno staple started long before the first oven

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00:33:07

Turning Heat into Heart: The Unstoppable Rise of...

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2026/01/07

There are people who make pizza, and then there are people who live it. In this episode, we are joined by the incredible Sarah Correa, the visionary co-founder of Fired Pizza in Stockton, CA.Sarah isn't just a business owner; she’s a master of brand-building and a pioneer of the "hard way." Alongside her husband Daniel, she has transformed a "fake it till you make it" mobile oven dream into a Central Valley institution that thrives on authenticity, grit, and world-class

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00:26:27

Science + Story of Pizza with I Need Pizza Club...

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2025/12/17

What happens when a chemical engineer with Sicilian roots turns his meticulous attention to the world of pizza 🍕? You get Jim Mumford, a man who doesn't just cook—he experiments, tells stories, and builds community one slice at a time. In this episode of The Pizza Story Podcast, I’m sitting down with the PizzaPedia author, @insidehook writer, and I Need Pizza Cub Podcast Host Jim Mumford. Jim takes us on a journey from his grandmother’s Sicilian kitchen to the 517 test pizzas he made to

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00:27:38

From $3.99 Pizza to a 5-Location Dynasty: Angel Solis...

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2025/12/10

Welcome to an inspiring episode of The Pizza Story Podcast! Today, we’re diving deep into the history and passion behind 399 Pizza, a family business that has grown into a local legend with five popular locations across the San Gabriel Valley area of California.Our guest is Angel Solis, who didn't just join the pizza business—he was born into it! Angel shares what it was like growing up in the pizzeria since his parents purchased the very first location in West Covina back in 1993, when he was

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00:31:31

Scott's Pizza Project—How a Surprise Oven Made a...

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2025/12/03

What happens when a random birthday gift changes your life?Hey, Pizza Fans! Welcome back to another episode of the Pizza Story Podcast! I had an absolutely incredible chat with the one and only Scott Deley from Scott's Pizza Project—and trust me, this is one journey you need to hear!Scott is the master behind those perfectly round, symmetrically topped, absolutely stunning pizzas you see all over Instagram. But here's the kicker: he only started making pizza five years ago during the COVID

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00:25:19

Pizza Story Podcast Episode 43: Patriot Wood Fired Pizza

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2025/11/26

Welcome back to a new episode of The Pizza Story Podcast! This week, we're taking you to East Tennessee to meet the brilliant minds (and hands!) behind some truly incredible pizza: Jake and Holly Johnson of Patriot Wood Fired Pizza 🍕! If you love pizza made with passion, quality, and a touch of history, you are in for a treat. Jake and Holly share their wild journey from Florida to Jefferson City, Tennessee, and how a risky idea—putting a brick oven on the back of a trailer—turned into a

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00:24:37

From Fine Dining to Corporate Chef—Chef Juan Robles...

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2025/11/19

I’m so excited about our guest for our 42nd episode of the Pizza Story Podcast. The incredibly talented Chef Juan Robles, from Triple Beam Pizza. Juan's story is one for the books—a journey that takes him from the intensity of fine dining and big-name corporate roles to becoming the Corporate Chef overseeing the growth and culinary development of a multi-unit pizza empire right here in Los Angeles.Juan shares his incredible 24-year culinary career—the last 16 of which have been dedicated to

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