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Food Network Obsessed

Each week on Food Network Obsessed, host Jaymee Sire sits down with your favorite chefs, food influencers and Food Network personalities to dish on all things delicious in the food world. From exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, first (and worst) jobs in food, to cooking fails and culinary triumphs, no topic is off the menu. Whether you’re a super-fan of Food Network or a super foodie you’re going to want to hear this! Want even more Food Network? Head to discovery+ to stream some of your favorite

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55:29

Claudette Zepeda on the Real-Life Intensity of Bobby...

Food Network Obsessed ·

2026/09/25

Chef Claudette Zepeda returns to the show to talk about where she is in her journey to earn a “PhD in Humanity” and what’s changed since the last time she was on. Claudette talks about what it meant to author her first cookbook and just how personal the pages get. She goes on to create an incredible imaginary dinner of dream guests before jumping into all the details on the new Food Network show Bobby Flay’s The Line. Claudette talks about what sets this show apart from other competitions, how true

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1:10:50

Introducing the Real Organic Podcast: NFL Wellness...

Food Network Obsessed ·

2026/08/24

This week we’re sharing a special episode from our friends at the Real Organic Podcast, the Anthem-award-winning “Best Sustainability, Environment & Climate Podcast” produced by the Real Organic Project. Recently named one of the "best climate podcasts" by Earth.org, the Real Organic Podcast uncovers the forces reshaping organic food and farming today. Hosted by Linley Dixon and Dave Chapman, each episode features deep conversations with farmers, scientists, chefs, and journalists fighting to

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1:11:56

Andrew Zimmern on Why Pitmasters Is Unlike Any...

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2026/07/10

Andrew Zimmern returns to the pod to talk about Pitmasters, Food Network's bold new barbecue competition series. Andrew shares why he waited years before saying yes to a competition show, and what makes Pitmasters different from traditional cooking competitions.Later, Andrew reflects on how food media has evolved, why great storytelling will always outlast technology, and the inspiration behind The Blue Food Cookbook. He explains why cooking more seafood can benefit both our health and the planet,

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38:28

Terry Crews on Hosting Food Network's Biggest Cooking...

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2026/06/26

Terry Crews joins the pod to talk about his latest role as host of 100 Cooks, Food Network's biggest cooking competition ever. Terry shares what it was like stepping into a kitchen with 100 home cooks competing at once, why the energy on set was unlike anything he's experienced before, and how the series balances high-stakes competition with genuine encouragement and heart.Later, Terry reflects on his remarkable career, from the NFL to Hollywood, and why he's always been drawn to new challenges. He

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45:19

Allison Chen on Viral Baking Videos and Bringing...

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2026/06/19

Pastry chef and content creator Allison Chen joins the pod to share her unconventional journey from studying neuroscience … to attending pastry school in France. Allison reflects on learning French pastry techniques, running a tasting-menu out of her college apartment, and how documenting the experience online unexpectedly launched her career as a creator.Later, Allison talks about bringing one of her favorite childhood desserts, tangyuan, to Food Network’s digital series Dig In With, why food

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36:47

Brian & Mika Kleinschmidt Reveal the Wildest Features...

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2026/06/12

Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt join the pod to talk about their latest project, the all-new HGTV Smart Home 2026.The winningest duo on HGTV shares what it was like designing the $1.3 million Orlando dream home, the challenge of balancing luxury with smart technology, and the features they’re most excited for fans to see… including hidden rooms, a shoe carousel, a four-screen TV wall, and a backyard built for year-round vacation living. They also discuss why involving their daughter Jade in the design

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50:50

Maneet Chauhan on Chopped Castaways, BBQ Brawl, and...

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2026/06/05

Maneet Chauhan joins the pod to talk about one of Food Network’s most ambitious competitions yet: Chopped Castaways. Maneet shares what it was like judging a group of chefs dropped onto a remote island. She reveals why the experience felt unlike anything she’s ever done on television and why some of the food served on the island ranks among the best she’s ever tasted on Chopped.Maneet also reflects on her latest season of BBQ Brawl, including welcoming Brooke Williamson into the captain’s chair, the

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57:32

Gabe Bertaccini on Chopped Castaways and What Makes...

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2026/05/29

Chef Gabe Bertaccini joins the pod to talk about his latest Food Network adventure, Chopped Castaways, a wild new spin on Chopped that drops elite chefs onto a remote island where strategy, survival, and cooking skills all collide. Gabe breaks down what made the experience so intense, what surprised him most about judging in that environment, and why the show pushes chefs in completely different ways than a traditional kitchen competition.Gabe also dives into his digital series Cook Like an Italian,

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29:25

Cassie Yeung on Joining the Food Network Hot List...

Food Network Obsessed ·

2026/05/22

Cassie Yeung joins the pod to share her excitement on being named to the 2026 Food Network Hot List. She talks about the viral “hangover ramen” video that changed her life, growing up in a food-obsessed household, and why she believes cooking should always be guided by “no measurements, just vibes.”Later, Cassie dives into her New York Times bestselling cookbook Bad Bitch in the Kitch, explains why she fought to keep the title, and breaks down the philosophy behind making approachable, craveable

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42:03

Jet Tila on Ready Jet Cook and Teaching the “Why”...

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2026/05/15

Chef, restaurateur, and Food Network fan-favorite Jet Tila returns to the pod for a catch-up on everything from family life to building a career that spans restaurants, television, cookbooks, and teaching.Jet dives into the new season of Ready Jet Cook, breaking down the philosophy behind fast, flavor-packed cooking and why teaching the “why” behind techniques is just as important as the recipes themselves. He shares what keeps him coming back to competition shows, and how he approaches pressure in

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36:55

Rashad Jones on Joining the Judges Table for BBQ Brawl

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2026/05/08

Pitmaster and restaurateur Rashad Jones joins the pod to talk about his journey from backyard barbecue obsession to building Big Lee's Barbecue into a barbecue destination. Rashad shares the Thanksgiving meal that sparked it all, the legacy of Uncle Leon, and how hospitality became the foundation of everything he does.He alsoopens upabout his “renegade barbecue” style, the Food Network recipes that mean the most to him, and his return to BBQ Brawl - this time as a judge. Plus, Rashad breaks down

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37:19

Esther Choi on 24 in 24, Cooking with Choi, and Her...

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2026/05/01

Chef, restaurateur, and Food Network favorite Esther Choi returns to the pod to catch up on a massive new chapter of life: Motherhood. Esther opensup abouther debut cookbook, and her new Food Network YouTube series,Cooking with Choi.Esther dives into her upcoming cookbook,Hand Taste: Cook Like a Korean Grandmother, why kimchi was non-negotiable for the book, and what readers can expect from the recipes. Plus, she talks about finally getting to live out a lifelong dream: teaching people how to cook

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50:22

Kenny Gilbert on Tournament of Champions and Trusting...

Food Network Obsessed ·

2026/04/10

Chef Kenny Gilbert joins the pod to talk about his impressive run on this season ofTournament of Champions, from the pressure of the randomizer to cooking in one of the most intense competition formats on TV. He shares how he prepares for the unpredictable nature of TOC, why blind judging raises the stakes, and how he approaches each round with a “swim your race” mentality.Kenny also takes us back to his early days in the kitchen, from cooking out of a Betty Crocker cookbook as a kid to preparing

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32:43

Zoha Malik on Going from Home Baker to Food Network’s...

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2026/04/03

Zoha Malik, the creator behind BakeWithZoha, joins the pod to talk about being named to Food Network’s Hot List and how a weekend baking hobby turned into one of the most popular dessert accounts on the internet. She shares how teaching herself baking from scratch shaped her approach to recipes, why understanding the “why” behind baking matters, and how a single viral brownie video helped kickstart her community.Zoha also dives into the cultural influences behind her desserts, from growing up in

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43:59

Bryan Ford on Judging Ultimate Baking Championship...

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2026/03/27

Bryan Ford joins the pod to talk about judging Food Network’s new competition seriesUltimate Baking Championshipand what it was like watching some of the most skilled pastry chefs in the country go head-to-head. He shares why blind judging raises the stakes, what separates technically perfect baking from something truly special, and how storytelling plays a role even in the most precise desserts.Plus, Bryanopens upabout opening Diljan Bakery in Brooklyn, exploring Afghan baking traditions, and how

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34:00

Kaleena Bliss on Returning to TOC and How to Handle...

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2026/03/20

Chef Kaleena Bliss joins the pod ahead of her return toTournament of Champions, and she breaks down whatit’sreally like to step back into one of the most intense kitchens on television. She talks about the adrenaline of competition cooking, the chaos of the randomizer, and why sometimes the only way to survive the TOC arena is to black out and cook on instinct.Plus, sheopens upabout how kitchen culture has changed over the years, what makes someone a true badass in the industry now, and why the

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54:33

Duff Goldman on Dad Advice, Cake Builds, and Ultimate...

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2026/03/13

Duff Goldman returns to the pod for his third appearance, officially earning Food Network Obsessed royalty status. He catches up with Jaymee on life at home, getting ready to become a dad of two, and whyhe’sembracedhis unexpected role on the internet as the guy giving calm, rational dad advice.Duff also dives into his newest Food Network seriesUltimate Baking Championship, where sixteen elite pastry chefs compete in one of the most technically demanding baking competitions the network has ever done

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46:45

Lorenzo Espada on his journey from Hot Plates to the...

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2026/03/06

Lorenzo Espada, known online as EatWithZo, joins the pod to talk about landing on Food Network’s 2026 Hot List and the full-circle moment of being recognized by the network he grew up watching. He shares how cooking with his grandmothers shaped his love of food, and how selling food out of his college dorm helped spark the idea that eventually became his “Somethin’OuttaNothin’” philosophy.Lorenzo also dives into the viral crab cake biscuit video that changed everything, how social media helped

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37:01

Michael Tchao on Food Science, Japanese Charcoal, and...

Food Network Obsessed ·

2026/02/27

Michael Tchao joins the pod to talk about how his unexpected landing on Food Network’s 2026 Hot List was a true full-circle moment. He shares how teaching a total kitchen “noob” helped him find his voice as an educator, and why experimenting in public is at the heart of his content.Michael also dives into his recent trip to Japan, where he documented a family preserving a centuries-old charcoal craft that burns hotter, cleaner, and more intentionally than standard briquettes. From patience in the

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40:57

Alessandra Ciuffo on Cooking with Confidence and...

Food Network Obsessed ·

2026/02/20

Alessandra Ciuffo joins thepodto talk about being on Food Network’s “Hot List” and winningGuy’s Grocery Gamesat just 15 years old. Sheopens upabout why social mediawasn’talways part of the plan, and how documenting every single day of culinary school helped her truly “find her culinary voice”. She also shares why teaching peoplehowto cook matters, how she balances classical training withnonnaintuition, and why midnight pasta might just be the ultimate comfort food.Follow Food Network on

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