Episodes 280
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.8 (112)
Since Jun 2017
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Join Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan as he sits down in-person with the world’s culinary elite to explore their journey into the food industry and the social impact they have made in their community. Every episode will share inspiring stories of what it means to be in today’s hospitality industry.

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Recent Episodes

HEARD (028): Motek, tinned vegetables, frozen gin & tonics, food waste solutions, functional cookies, and Team Lemon.

Jun 08, 2026 10m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Motek | IGRow 7 Seed Co. | Chef Dan BarberNinja CREAMi | Fords GinReFED | Catalytic Grant…

HEARD (027): Best bites from 48 hours in London, 2 brothers with a smart play for ground beef, baked beans, upcycled food, Andrew Zimmern’s new noodles, and lemonade stands.

May 26, 2026 15m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Darjeeling Express | Asma Khan | The Connaught | Ago Perrone | Giorgio Bargiani | Mountain…

HEARD (026): Gwyneth Paltrow, chocolate’s Brazilian cousin, rice pudding, teaching kitchens, N.America’s best bars, and sushi taste tests.

May 11, 2026 9m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Goop Kitchen | IG | Gwyneth Paltrow | Chef Kim FlorescaFiga Foods | IGInstant Pot Rice…

HEARD (025): Lilac Tiger, Mango Sticky Rice, Wagyu Chuck Roast, Soul & Smoke Foundation, non-cookbook books, Chris Bianco’s tee shirt, and kids in the kitchen

Apr 27, 2026 13m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment. Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Lilac Tiger | Chef Zubair Mohajir | Share Our StrengthBite Tuoso | Van Leeuwen | Cafe…

HEARD (024): A steakhouse in Miami, watermelon slushies, tahini granola, chefs rallying for autistic individuals, Eric Ripert’s new cookbook, and sweet and sour chicken.

Apr 13, 2026 11m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment. Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Sunny’s Steakhouse | IG | Will Thompson | Chef Aaron BrooksNinja CREAMi | Chris Young…

HEARD (023): Thai in the Bahamas, tempeh chips, matzah chilaquiles, ending childhood hunger, desserts for one(!), and the bottom of a tortilla chip bag.

Mar 30, 2026 8m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment. Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Ko Sa Wan | Ian Kittichai | AtlantisMamame Tempeh Chips | IG@jewishfood | Matzah…

HEARD (022) (Bonus): Expo West highlights - brand collaborations, standout founders, and what tasted great

Mar 16, 2026 31m Bonus

In this special bonus episode of HEARD, Kappy shares insights from Expo West - the natural and organic CPG industry’s biggest event. He joins Ilana Shenitzer, EVP of Consumer Brands at Ruder Finn, to…

HEARD (021): A new Hollywood restaurant, 3 farm daughters, sous vide egg bites, Expo West, Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival, and bone broth.

Mar 02, 2026 7m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:The Benjamin Hollywood | IG3 Farm DaughtersSous Vide Egg BitesExpo WestNassau Paradise…

HEARD (020): Cuban classics, farm-to-ferment miso, slow cooker rules, Jamie Oliver on change, South Beach Wine & Food Festival, and a hot sauce reset.

Feb 16, 2026 8m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Puerto Sagua RestaurantShared Cultures | IGNY Times Slow Cooker Hoisin Garlic Chicken |…

S12E20 Chef Jamie Oliver: The Side of Him You’ve Never Really Heard From (S12/Ep.20)

Feb 11, 2026 51m

For our season finale, we're excited to welcome Jamie Oliver - one of the most recognized chefs in the world and a global food icon who’s used his platform to educate, advocate, and inspire. In this…

S12E19 Chef Evan Funke: How Discipline - and a Plane Ticket - Changed His Life (S12/Ep.19)

Feb 04, 2026 1h 2m

Evan Funke is a chef, restaurateur, author, and torchbearer of Italian culinary tradition. Known for his obsessive dedication to pasta, he’s behind some of the most celebrated restaurants in LA and…

HEARD (019): corn mocha, ice cube molds for soup, basic roast(ed) chicken, 1/2 price food, 2 children's books recommended by chefs, and restocking your pantry.

Feb 02, 2026 8m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Milli by Metric | Metric Coffee | IGSouper CubesCombustion Inc.Too Good To Go | IGHow Full…

S12E18 Jessica Secrest/@applesauceandadhd (LIVE) The ADHD Mom Who Built a 10M+ Following by Being Herself (S12/Ep.18)

Jan 28, 2026 44m

Jessica Secrest is a mom, content creator, and now cookbook author who’s built a deeply loyal following by doing one thing: showing up as herself. We sat down for a live conversation at Everybody’s…

S12E17 Beyond the Drink: Christine Kim Doesn’t Care What You Order - She Just Wants You Happy (S12/Ep.17)

Jan 21, 2026 18m

Christine Kim is a Washington, DC-based bartender and the newly crowned U.S. Bartender of the Year at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards. She shares the journey that began with her first…

HEARD (018): an all-day Italian café in Chicago, a delicious bloody mary mix, PB Banana Oatmeal Bars, food waste, SANDWICHES, a new kind of hotel experience, and spices.

Jan 19, 2026 7m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment. Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Bar Tutto | Chef Joe Flamm | day off group | Share Our Strength/No Kid HungryEleven City…

S12E16 Chef Grant Achatz (Re-Release): How to Chase the Impossible - Even When Everything’s at Stake (S12/Ep.16)

Jan 14, 2026 47m

Note: This episode was originally released in 2020 and is being re-shared due to its continued relevance and listener response. It reflects the business context at the time of recording.Grant Achatz…

S12E15 Adam Mesnick (Deli Board): He Quit Banking to Build One of the Best Sandwich Shops in America (S12/Ep.15)

Jan 07, 2026 59m

Adam Mesnick is the “Chairman of the Board” and founder behind Deli Board in San Francisco - a place that’s built a cult following with chefs, tech execs, and loyal regulars alike. With a career that…

HEARD (017): pistachio halva rice krispie treat, sourdough pasta, chef’s press, Chicago style “Italian Beef” carpaccio, pie crust cookies, a chocolate bar collab, and fancy choco tacos.

Dec 22, 2025 8m Bonus

In this episode, Kappy shares what’s on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:hani's bakery + café | Miro Uskokovic | Shilpa Uskokovic | Daniel Alvarez | Jake Cohen BtP…

S12E14 Beyond the Drink: How Kevin Armstrong Built One of the Most Respected Bars in the World (S12/Ep.14)

Dec 17, 2025 21m

Kevin Armstrong is a celebrated bartender, bar owner, educator, and author based in East London. His neighborhood bar has become a global destination - thanks in part to its daily-changing cocktail…

S12E13 Jake Cohen: How Hosting Dinner Parties Changed Everything (S12/Ep.013)

Dec 10, 2025 1h

Jake Cohen is a two-time bestselling cookbook author, culinary content creator, and unapologetic dinner party enthusiast. In this episode, he shares how a childhood curiosity for hosting dinner…

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