We Feed Them
A weekly deep-dive podcast investigating the restaurant business, the food industry's supply chain, and the innovation shaping the future of eating. Join hosts Steve Barry and Sean Collins as they share the stories of chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs who built the food world. If you love culinary history, food science, and business insights, this is the show for you.
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7 days ago
7 days ago
We Feed Them is a podcast about the people and stories that shape the food industry.Follow us and share with your friends.In this episode we discuss Seans method of grading his food operation . This is a great technique to use for general managers and restaurant owners to determine where they need to tighten up and where they're doing well.Then Steve makes a bold prediction about robotics and fast food while the boys discuss the next 30 years of hospitality.
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Monday Apr 27, 2026
Monday Apr 27, 2026
The "We Feed Them" podcast, hosted by Sean Collins and Steven Barry, is a show about the people and stories behind the food industry. This episode focuses on tipping covering topics like tipping culture in America vs. other countries, the debate around tip pooling, and the awkwardness of being asked to tip at quick-service spots like Starbucks. The hosts also share personal war stories from their time working front of house, including dealing with dine-and-dashers, chaotic large parties, and the stress of messing up a bill. They wrap up by touching on the "no tax on tips" policy and reminiscing about their early days in the industry.
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Monday Apr 20, 2026
Monday Apr 20, 2026
On this 420 friendly episode of We Feed Them, we interview Aaron and Ray and rock out a chopping block live, ranking the best munchies from Trader Joe's.Aaron owns a head shop called Glass Roots, in Mishawaka Indiana. Check them out online and give them a follow. We recorded this episode at Glass Roots in celebration of 420. Aaron Wyatt discusses some of the ways legalizing it has caused new concerns in the industry, the time his business was raided, the art of glass blowing and much more.Follow us, and share our episodes with people who you think would dig our content!
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Monday Apr 13, 2026
Monday Apr 13, 2026
Hosts Sean Collins and Steve Barry discuss what jobs Steve would be willing to work, like a line cook in Tokyo, a sommelier in france, a frito lay tast tester and more. What is your dream job? We also explore some lesser known jobs that celebrity chefs have had. Chefs like Gordon Ramsay, Wolfgang Puck, Julia Child and more. This is a podcast about the stories and people that shape the food industry. every week we release a new episode, and we hope you enjoy!
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Monday Apr 06, 2026
Monday Apr 06, 2026
The hosts of the We Feed Them Podcast discuss the rise and fall of TGI Fridays, its influence on the industry and their favorite parts of it. They share memories of nights out at the local Fridays.Episode starts off with blind tasting liquor, which Steve NAILED. How well do you think you would do?This podcast is about the people and stories that shape the food industry. Line cooks, bartenders, chefs, farmers, food sales reps and more. Weekly we discuss whats on our mind, our experiences and industry insight. Subscribe and review!
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Monday Mar 30, 2026
Monday Mar 30, 2026
We get back into the studio this week where we discuss Sean wing competition, midwest weather, and more boring crap before a couple of awesome ads and a potato themed chopping block. What do you think is the best potato dish!?
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Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
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In this episode of We Feed Them, Sean and Steve totally bomb it. No preparation and a weird remote connection makes this the most awkward and skippable podcast episode yet. Sean has been sick, and steve is sleep deprived. so we landed here. on our very first ever remote recording.We talk about corporate restaurants and how they compete with private small businesses. We talk about human flesh finding its way into McDonalds food??!! and we talk about our beloved home town, Watervliet, MITune back in next week as we get back on pace! 🍻
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Monday Mar 16, 2026
Monday Mar 16, 2026
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In this episode of We Feed Them, Sean and Steven dive into the reality of transitioning from a team member to a manager in the restaurant industry. Drawing from their own experiences moving from the line into leadership, they talk about what actually changes when you step into management—and what nobody really warns you about.
They cover the mental shift from focusing on one station to overseeing the entire operation, the pressure of being the person everyone looks to when things go wrong, and why leading by example matters more than barking orders. The conversation also explores topics like earning respect from your staff, learning from every coworker you meet, balancing authority with empathy, and figuring out your own management style.
Along the way, they share stories from the kitchen, lessons learned the hard way, and practical advice for anyone thinking about taking the next step in their hospitality career.
Whether you're an aspiring manager, a seasoned leader, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes in restaurants, this episode offers honest insight into the challenges, responsibilities, and rewards of leadership in the food industry.
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Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
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In Episode 14 of We Feed Them, Sean and Steve catch up after a chaotic week—including a scary hospital stay, long restaurant hours, and the grind of keeping a podcast schedule alive.
They talk about several local restaurant closures and what they say about the current state of the industry, including the end of long-time staples and whether some concepts just don’t fit today’s culture anymore.
Then it’s time for the Chopping Block, where they break down the ultimate gas station snack bracket—nuts, beef jerky, donuts, gummy candy, chips, and more. What’s the best road-trip snack when you’re staring down hours on the highway?
In They Feed Us, the guys dive into the surprising history of Chef Boyardee—the real person behind the famous cans—and how a small Italian restaurant turned into one of the most recognizable food brands in America.
The conversation eventually turns into a deeper look at processed food, convenience culture, and the strange reality of what we actually eat in America.
Restaurant stories, food history, and the kind of kitchen conversations that usually happen after close.
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Monday Mar 02, 2026
Monday Mar 02, 2026
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Is the "healthy soda" trend a scam? This week on We Feed Them, Sean and Steven rock out another Chopping Block Live segment, to taste prebiotic sodas like Poppi and Olipop. Beyond the fizz, we’re getting into the grit of kitchen life—from the aftermath of a devastating deep fryer death to the "jokes" that almost lead to a stabbing on the line.
Highlights:
The Chopping Block Live: We separate the probiotic hype from the actual flavor.
Kitchen Disasters: A deep dive into the deep fryer tragedy and the reality of restaurant fires.
Close Calls: The crew trades stories of the worst kitchen injuries and why you never "fake stab" a chef.
The "Mushroom" Era: Our take on the alternative drink craze taking over grocery shelves.
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