Best Paul McFadden Podcasts (2025)

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Rich, Restless, And Ready For More: Money, Time, And What You Are Missing 16:20

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer speaks directly to high achievers who have money and status yet still wake up wondering if this is all there is, unpacking the hidden costs of success like attention tax, calendar debt, and the courage gap while challenging listeners to rethink how they use their wealth,…

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838: Our All-American Thanksgiving with Padma Lakshmi and Dorie Greenspan 49:23

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This week, we’re celebrating Thanksgiving and looking at the way this American holiday and its food tell our stories. First, we talk with Padma Lakshmi about her new cookbook, Padma’s All American, a celebration of the immigrant dishes and regional traditions that make up our country’s culinary landscape. Padma talks about what she’s learned from y…

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Dr. Desiree Jones on Neurodivergence: Who Decides What’s “Normal”? 42:21

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Steve wonders what the difference between “normal” and “not normal” is. His friend Desi drops by to help him out! Dr. Desiree Jones is an Assistant Professor of Psychology and director of the SHINE Lab (Stigma, Human Interaction, and Neurodivergent Experiences) at the University of Maryland. She received her PhD in Psychological Sciences from the U…

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Mobilizing Chefs for Good: The Role of Culinary Voices in Global Advocacy With Paul Newnham 52:09

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer sits down with global food-systems leader Paul Newnham, Executive Director of the SDG2 Advocacy Hub and driving force behind the Chef’s Manifesto, for a powerful conversation about how chefs can become agents of change. Paul shares his journey growing up around the world…

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Twins / It's Barnstang Now (Guest Cohost: Ben Burris) 2:03:05

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Send us a text Guest co-host Ben "Burrito" Burris joins his bro (not-identical) "regular” co-host Paul for a thorough examination of "Twins” (d. Reitman 1988). Starring: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Danny DeVito, and Kelly Preston. Is it possible for a PG rated comedy to be one of the horniest, busiest, raunchiest, rootenest, tootenest, and glutenest mov…

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Stop Trying To Do It All Yourself 11:21

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer breaks down the trap that keeps so many leaders stuck: trying to do everything themselves. Drawing from personal experiences and a real moment when an entire project stalled because he became the bottleneck, Christian explores why control is comforting but crippling, why…

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814: Ottolenghi Comfort with Yotam Ottolenghi and Classic German Cooking with Luisa Weiss 49:48

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Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music | YouTube This week, we talk about comfort food around the world. First, Yotam Ottolenghi tells us about his latest book, which is filled with recipes for his favorite comfort foods. He talks about what it is about specific dishes that evoke emotional reactions, from taste to texture to m…

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The Emotionally Awkward Cost of Money with Reema Khrais 55:03

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Reema swings by Steve’s window to share what she’s learned about money and why it’s so emotionally awkward. Reema is the host of the Marketplace podcast, This is Uncomfortable. The show focuses on life and how money messes with it. Reema is an experienced audio journalist with an emphasis on personal finance. She reported in Turkey in 2018 as an IC…

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Rethinking Leadership: Christopher McFadden on Breaking Burnout and Building with Purpose 39:52

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer welcomes Christopher McFadden, founder of The McFadden Group, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, self-awareness, and the evolution of hospitality. Christopher shares his journey from sommelier to leadership coach, opening up about hitting burnout, overcoming…

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Finding Your Voice When the Noise Gets Loud 10:56

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer dives deep into one of the most overlooked skills in leadership, finding and using your true voice. Sharing lessons from his time in the kitchen and his journey as an entrepreneur, Christian explores how clarity, conviction, and authenticity separate real communication f…

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837: The Universal Language of Bread with Tony Shalhoub and Maureen Abood 49:51

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This week, we’re breaking bread in every sense of the phrase. First, beloved actor Tony Shalhoub joins us to talk about his new CNN series, Breaking Bread, where he travels the world to explore the meaning of bread and how it connects us across cultures and tables. Growing up in a large Lebanese American family in Wisconsin, Tony shares memories of…

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Bonus Episode: How We Survive's The Uncanny Valley of Meat 32:15

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Today we have a bonus episode for you, featuring our very own Francis Lam. How We Survive is an award-winning podcast from Marketplace about the messy business of climate solutions. From the glitz and glam of Miami, to the punishing Arizona desert, to a sinking island that our national security depends on, every season takes listeners on an adventu…

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Paul Ford Eases Steve's Real Panic About Artificial Intelligence 1:13:15

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Steve checks in with his tech whiz friend, Paul Ford, to share his hopes and concerns about artificial intelligence. Paul Ford is the co-founder of Aboard, an AI startup. Previously, he was an advisor to the White House Office of Digital Strategy during the Obama Administration. He has written about technology at leading publications from The New Y…

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Sweet Disruption: Scott Porter on Reinventing Food Service Without a Storefront 48:48

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In this inspiring episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, Christian J. Fischer sits down with Scott Porter, the fearless founder of San Diablo Churros, a brand redefining what it means to build community, connection, and unforgettable customer experiences through food. From his beginnings in healthcare administration to launching a churro empi…

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YCR 8 - Cabin in the Woods / Honey is Under Appreciated 1:37:23

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Send us a text Well, it's the end of Spooky Season, and what better way to do it than with a "You Choose the Review," poll episode? And what better movie, than a bit of every horror movie/trope/sub-genre "Cabin in the Woods?!" (2011 d. Drew Goddard) Answer: there is no better way. Starring: Kristen Connolly, Chris Hemsworth, and Fran Kranz. Sawface…

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The Quiet Work: Why the Best Builders Don’t Need the Applause Yet 11:21

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer dives into “the quiet work”, the unseen, uncelebrated effort that separates those who chase momentum from those who build legacy. Christian reflects on the power of patience, structure, and alignment, reminding entrepreneurs that momentum without direction is chaos in di…

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813: Fall Cookbook Favorites with authors Carolina Gelen, Sonoko Sakai, and Jody Eddy 49:22

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Cookbook season is back, and we talk to the authors of some of our favorite picks. We're joined by Carolina Gelen, who talks to us about learning how to cook, her favorite Romanian dishes, and how she comes up with her signature recipes like Butter Beans alla Vodka, a fast, one-pot dish inspired by the famous vodka pasta sauce. Carolina is the auth…

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Maitland Ward on Sex 36:48

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Steve speaks with Maitland about why it’s so difficult to talk about sex. Maitland Ward is an author, actress, and adult film star. She began her career on CBS’ The Bold and the Beautiful. Maitland is the author of the best-selling title, My Escape from Hollywood: Unapologetic, Unfiltered, and Unashamed. Get 15% off OneSkin with the code ALIVE at h…

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From Burnout to Alignment: Dan Capello on Leading Without Losing Yourself 41:09

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer welcomes Chef Dan Capello, leadership coach, author, and former executive chef, for a powerful conversation about burnout, identity, and rediscovering purpose. Dan opens up about his journey from chasing titles and perfection to finding alignment through self-awareness, …

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The Fly (1986) / Typhoon Warning! (Guest: Chris Olds) 2:02:54

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Send us a text Our good chum Chris Olds buzzes back in with “The Fly” (1985 d. Cronenberg) Starring: Jeff Goldblum, Geena Davis, and John Getz. This movie has a baboon. A real baboon. You can’t really train a baboon to act. It’s a wild f***ing animal. It will rip your face off. Have yourself a good laugh at this delightful Mel Brooks produced romp.…

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Are You Chasing the Wrong Fire? 9:07

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer shares a raw and timely reflection on how easy it is to confuse busyness with purpose and end up chasing the wrong fires. Drawing from his own experiences as an entrepreneur and creator, Christian unpacks the difference between growth that fulfills you and motion that bu…

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836: Italian Two Ways with Chefs Joshua McFadden and Christian Petroni 50:09

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This week, we’re diving into Italian cooking, from the Pacific Northwest to the Bronx. First, chef and author Joshua McFadden joins us to talk about Six Seasons of Pasta, his love letter to everyone’s favorite food. Known for his hit cookbook Six Seasons: A New Way with Vegetables, Joshua brings that same seasonal sensibility to pasta, pairing loca…

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Why Do We God? with Professor Leela Prasad 47:30

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Leela chats with Steve as he wonders about the different ways humans worship. Leela Prasad is St. Purandar Das Distinguished Professor of Religious Studies at Brown University. In 2024, she was elected as the first South Asian female president of the American Academy of Religion. She has received prestigious awards and fellowships for the study of …

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Breaking the Spiral: Mark Laux on Menu Psychology, Profitability, and the Fight for Independent Restaurants 49:29

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer sits down with Mark Laux, founder of HotOperator and the creative mind behind one of the most successful food service marketing stories in history. Known as the “five billion man” for his work on the Stuffed Jalapeño Popper program, Mark shares his incredible journey fro…

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Dawn of the Dead (2004) / It's Got STYLE! (Guest: Stimson Snead) 2:03:35

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Send us a text Stimson Snead (Tim Travers and the Time Travelers Paradox) has returned to talk about BEN'S CHOICE(?!) for Spooky Season “Dawn of the Dead” (2004 d. Zack Snyder) Starring: Sarah Polley, Jake Weber, and Ving Rhames. Line up early for the mall opening, cause it's limited capacity, and everything is on sale...FOR FREE! We wax on about t…

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How To Reinvent Without Starting Over 9:38

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In this episode of The Disruptive Chef Entrepreneur, host Christian J. Fischer unpacks what he calls “reset season”, the space between burnout and breakthrough, and shows how to reinvent your business or career without burning everything down. Drawing from his own experiences and lessons from working with leaders and teams, Christian breaks down a …

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812: Bread with Richard Hart and Our South, Black Food Through My Lens with Ashleigh Shanti 49:49

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This week, we sit down with two chefs at the top of their craft. First, we talk to legendary baker Richard Hart about the inspiration behind his new book, Richard Hart Bread: Intuitive Sourdough Baking. He fills us in on why he thinks that humble bakers are the best bakers, how he really is just a simple “yeast farmer” and he shares his realistic t…

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What Does Success Look Like? with Wayne Coyne 49:03

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Steve catches up with his good friend, Wayne Coyne, to chat about what it means to be successful. Wayne Coyne is an American musician known primarily as the founder, lead vocalist, and songwriter for the Flaming Lips, a psychedelic rock band from Oklahoma. The celebrated band has found acclaim and many awards through several indie breakout records.…

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Listen on: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music This week, we’re turning peak-season produce into bold, flavorful dishes. First, we talk with Rick Martínez, author of Salsa Daddy: Dip Your Way into Mexican Cooking, about transforming simple ingredients – think tomatoes, onions, garlic, and chilis – into salsas that sing. Rick explains …