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American Gravy
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American Gravy is where bold flavors meet even bolder opinions. Hosted by acclaimed chefs Andrew and Lauren Gruel, this no-holds-barred podcast dives into food, culture, and real-life chaos with unfiltered honesty and a healthy dose of humor. From viral culinary trends and restaurant stories to personal rants and pop culture takes, American Gravy keeps it spicy and unapologetically real. Whether you’re a food lover, a free thinker, or just along for the ride, you’ll find something to chew on here. New episodes drop weekly... bring your appetite and your opinion!
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Holiday Food Debates and What’s Worth Eating
Dec 1800:28:30Tap to summarizeThe holidays are here…and so are the food debates, kitchen confessions, and big questions about what we’re really eating.Chef Andrew and Lauren discuss wild viral food news…including Japanese 7-Eleven egg salad sandwiches, Little Caesars stuffed crust chaos, Heinz gravy in a squeeze bottle, and Disney’s smoked salmon corn dog.PLUS…holiday cooking tips…must-have kitchen gifts…and a fascinating food fact about scallops that might haunt you forever.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Food Crimes of the Internet
Dec 1600:29:36Tap to summarizeChef Andrew and Lauren are back to cover the latest viral food controversies, shocking holiday kitchen confessions, and the biggest debates in food right now. They break down the “6-7” phenomenon at In-N-Out, question why spicy cereal exists, and take on TikTok food hacks that deserve an 86. Plus: why McDonald’s outrage culture is getting out of control, and the ingredients TikTok needs to stop abusing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Vegan Backlash, Cinnamon Paper & Sweetgreen’s Robot Line
Nov 2000:32:57Tap to summarizeA vegan restaurant sparks outrage after adding meat, Cinnabon launches cinnamon-scented wrapping paper, and Chefs Andrew and Lauren break down wild SNAP-benefit fraud, including $25K rollover balances and payments going to the deceased. Plus: ant invasions, parenting chaos, spam history, Sweetgreen robots, cheese theft, and sharp cooking tips. Subscribe now for weekly food fun, real-life chaos, and kitchen wisdom straight from the Gruels!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Tiramisu Champs, Fast-Food Lawsuits & Egg Truths
Nov 1800:33:46Tap to summarizeStarbucks ice scandals, Subway footlong drama, and Wendy’s infamous chili hoax kick off a wild ride as Chefs Andrew and Lauren dive into fast-food lawsuits, Japan winning Italy’s tiramisu championship, and bizarre food facts like bug-based red dye and the sliced-bread ban. Plus: egg-label decoding, sheet-pan tips, pasta-water tricks, and why onion rings need to go! Subscribe now for weekly food fun, kitchen hacks, and the stories that flavor everyday life!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →AI Cashiers, Secret Chick-fil-A Cafés, and Thanksgiving Hacks
Nov 1300:30:14Tap to summarizeChef Andrew and Lauren are serving up the week’s hottest food stories…from the rise of AI cashiers and fast-food automation to Chick-fil-A’s secret new spinoff café. Plus, they dig into the surprising truth behind “natural” foods and share some essential Thanksgiving cooking tips! Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Trader Joe’s Recalls, Viral Food Trends & Kitchen Secrets
Nov 1100:32:31Tap to summarizeCaviar on cinnamon rolls?! Yep, Chef Andrew Gruel actually tried it… and that’s just the beginning.Lauren and Chef Andrew dive into wild food mashups, shocking Trader Joe’s recall news, and the kitchen secrets chefs never spill.Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Tariffs, Turkey & What’s Really on America’s Plate
Nov 600:31:19Tap to summarizeFrom Trump’s new China trade deal to radioactive shrimp recalls, Chef Andrew and Lauren break down what’s happening behind the headlines, and how it all hits your dinner table. They also dish on Cracker Barrel’s viral comeback, ant yogurt gone too far, and their favorite sheet-pan cooking hacks for busy nights. Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →SNAP Judgement and the Delivery Dilemma
Nov 400:31:36Tap to summarizeWhat happens when $10 billion in food stamps goes to DoorDash and Uber Eats? Chef Andrew and Lauren unpack the wild truth about the SNAP program, delivery app scams, and why America’s nutrition system is broken. Plus, LA’s front-yard farms, Thanksgiving prep, and pro cooking hacks. Subscribe now for food, freedom, and the real stories behind what’s on your plate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →Hot Ice Cream and Cold Politics
Oct 3000:32:35Tap to summarizeChef Andrew and Lauren break down how a dispute between politicians and the restaurant industry could reshape restaurants, grocery stores, and food prices across the country.Then they dig into the wildest food headlines of the week…from America’s favorite candy to the strange world of “hot ice cream.” Plus…some outrageous food lawsuits…over fake grill marks on burgers, and even “misleading” taco shells. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Transcribe →From Argentinian Beef to Baja Blast: What’s Really Cooking in America
Oct 2800:33:59Tap to summarizeBeef prices are surging, and the U.S. plans to spend $50B on Argentinian imports... what could go wrong? Chef Andrew and Lauren break down who really profits, the Del Taco shake-up, the viral Baja Blast Pie, and a deep dive on Thanksgiving turkey costs. Real talk, real food, and one sharp cooking tip to finish it off. Subscribe now and join the conversation with @ChefGruel and @LaurenGruel for more food, fun, and fearless truth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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