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In this episode Toby sits down with entrepreneur Michael Chernow! He talks about growing up in a rough household, starting drugs at 12 and being in the NYC clubs, starting in the restaurant field at 13, LA, acting gigs, moving back to NY, skateboarding, sneakers, Muay Thai, ODing, fitness and nutrition changing his life, being 20 years sober, therapy, breath work, mindfulness, culinary school, The Meatball Shop, Seamore's, his fitness regimen, Kreatures Of Habit brand, making habits positive, rucking, hip hop, running, his wife and kids and more! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and visit us at https://www.youtube.com/tobymorseonelifeonechance Please visit our sponsors! Athletic Greens https://athleticgreens.com/oloc Removery https://removery.com code TOBYH2O Liquid Death https://liquiddeath.com/toby Refine Recovery https://www.instagram.com/refinerecoverycenter/  

On today's episode, we talk about protein, one of the biggest topics in food today. First up is a really fun conversation with our friend Daniel Holzman. Daniel is the chef and owner of Danny Boy's Pizza in Los Angeles and cofounder of The Meatball Shop in New York City. This is a guy who knows about cooking with beef while balancing his diet for optimal health. We also talk about the pizza game and the creative ways he cooks to maximize his daily protein intake.Also on the show, we have a fascinating talk with sports dietitian Christina Chu. Christina works with professional athletes and actors on building programs to balance their diets and compete at the highest level. We talk about Christina's favorite sources for protein (beef included) and how she likes to think visually about the plate, balancing carbs, vegetables, and protein. This special episode was brought to you by Beef. It's What's For Dinner. On behalf of the Beef Checkoff. USDA recommends a safe minimum internal temperature of 145ºF for steaks and roasts, and 160ºF for ground beef.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wellness + Wisdom | Episode 718 Is it possible to harness an addictive personality and turn it into a powerful fuel source? Michael Chernow, Founder of Kreatures of Habit, joins Josh Trent on the Wellness + Wisdom Podcast, episode 718, to reveal how hitting rock bottom led him to discover the ultimate healing power of connection and self-love, why a structured routine can build the foundation for conquering life's toughest challenges, how to break free from destructive patterns, and why choosing to show up for yourself is the first step toward lasting transformation. "When you strip away drugs and alcohol from someone who has an addiction, they're left with this ability to commit to anything they put their mind to. They've channeled their superpower down the wrong path and so you give them a little bit of a course correction and the sky's the limit." - Michael Chernow 20% Off Kreatures of Habit Kreatures of Habit helps you build intentional, healthy routines with simple, nutrient-packed products. Their flagship offerings include Meal One, a high-protein oatmeal for energy and nutrition, and Sleep Oats, designed to promote restful sleep and recovery. With a mission to blend convenience, taste, and functional wellness, Kreatures of Habit empowers individuals to optimize their health one habit at a time. The oats are packed with pea protein (gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free), contain probiotics and digestive enzymes, and help you reduce soreness and recovery time. Save 20% with code "WISDOM20" In This Episode, Michael Chernow Uncovers: [01:10] The Truth About Addicts Michael Chernow Kreatures of Habit - 20% OFF WITH CODE “WISDOM20" Why people don't think of addiction as a disease. How addicts have a great ability for commitment. Why addicts suffer from chemical imbalances. Dr. Russel Surasky [06:55] Connection Is The Cure What inspired Michael to start healing from drug addiction. Why connection is what helps heal addiction. How he wanted to impress the man who was helping him heal. [13:00] Faith in Higher Power Why addicts have a sense of control even though they're completely out of control. How connection to a higher power provides a new sense of control and hope. Why Michael talks to God every morning since he decided to get sober. How faith gave him a second chance in life. [17:50] Healing The Father Wound How Michael's father struggled with extreme hoarding. Why our father wound can become a fuel source. How we choose our parents. Why Michael is grateful for all of his past struggles. How we don't need to be great at everything. [25:45] The Consequences of Trauma Why trauma moves emotions and decisions along a lot quicker. How Michael first experienced drugs when he was 12 years old. Why Fentanyl is in every drug and causes people to die. [30:55] Why People Always Want to Win How Josh's porn addiction was related to a lack of self-love and safety. Why addictions are related to our parents. How porn addiction provides us with a momentary control. Why we're wired to want to win. How Michael understood that he can feel like he's winning through a healthy lifestyle and exercise. Why he was told to have a specific morning routine in order to get better. The Big Book [43:25] You Have a Choice Why we have the ability to feel great and we can choose to do the things that support us. How Michael's routine makes him bulletproof. Why we shouldn't sacrifice our health for our strict routine. [48:15] What Happens When You Hit Rock Bottom? How the new lifestyle made Michael love himself more immediately. Why he wanted to stop doing drugs after overdosing but couldn't control it. How he almost jumped out of the window to end his suffering. [53:10] Healing Can't Be Forced Why it's not healthy to be outside of the present moment. What made Michael decide not to do plant medicine healing. Why healing can only happen when we decide to heal. How his best friends relapsed after 10 years of being sober. Why he convinced his friend to do a plant medicine ceremony. How we can't force people to heal. [01:02:05] It Starts With Children How to Know Higher Worlds by Rudolf Steiner Why public school systems are not giving the right example to children. How kids should not even experiment with drugs because most of them contain fentanyl. [01:07:15] Kreatures of Habit Why Michael wanted to open a healthy restaurant catering to any diet. How the pandemic ruined the plans for the company. Why he put his children into Waldorf School. How he runs long-distance while brainstorming ideas. Why he decided to put oatmeal in a pouch. [01:15:30] Habits Are Hard to Sell Why people care more about who we are than what we say. How Michael decided to sell not just a product but a habit to start the day with. 439 Khalil Rafati | From Homeless To Limitless: One Man's Spiritual Journey of Learned Helplessness to Powerful Humility How oatmeal was a catalyst for Michael that helped him heal. [01:21:30] The Hardship in Entrepreneurship Why entrepreneurs can live a balanced life. How the beginning journey as an entrepreneur is usually extremely busy, but it shouldn't be like that forever. Why Michael wakes up early to focus on himself. How putting our business first will hurt the business. Why performance is based on how we feel. [01:27:25] The Key to Productivity The only thing we can't purchase is time. How going to sleep earlier and waking up earlier gives us more productive time. Why we're more productive and creative in the morning. How waking up before everybody else gives us more control. The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma Why we need a "time to go to bed" alarm. [01:35:15] Inner Child Healing How Michael met his inner child during a breathwork session. Why his 7-year-old inner child was frozen. How spending time with his sons is what can heal his wounded inner child. Why he feels like he failed in spending time with his children. [01:42:10] Your Children Can Help You Heal How Michael dedicates every other weekend to being alone with his sons. Why hunting created a strong bond between him and his children. How our children don't care about the money we earn or how hard we work. Why children can help us heal our relationships. Leave Wellness + Wisdom a Review on Apple Podcasts Power Quotes From The Show Wired to Win "We're wired to want to win. I take action every single morning to put myself in a successful position to manage whatever is thrown my way." - Michael Chernow You Can't Buy Time "What's the one thing in life that there is no way anyone has ever been able to purchase? Time. We're all given the exact same amount of time in a day. So if you want to to win in life, it requires an hour of self-indulgent, self-care time. Because when you can dedicate to that, you are going to show up a better human being." - Michael Chernow Why Addicts Feel In Control "When you are in active addiction, you have a sense of complete control, even though you're totally out of control. That sense of control comes from the ability to change how you feel. You know that there is a substance that will numb your feelings. So when you feel bad, you can easily make yourself feel good. When you feel good, you can easily make yourself feel great. And so in essence, you're playing God. You're controlling how you feel no matter what is going on around you." - Michael Chernow Links From Today's Show  Michael Chernow Kreatures of Habit - 20% OFF WITH CODE “WISDOM20" Dr. Russel Surasky The Big Book How to Know Higher Worlds by Rudolf Steiner 439 Khalil Rafati | From Homeless To Limitless: One Man's Spiritual Journey of Learned Helplessness to Powerful Humility The 5 AM Club by Robin Sharma   Josh's Trusted Products | Up To 40% Off Shop All Products Biohacking⁠ MANNA Vitality - Save 20% with code JOSH20 HigherDOSE - 15% off with the code JOSH15 PLUNGE - $150 off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE Pulsetto - Save 20% with code "JOSH" SaunaSpace - 10% off with discount code JOSH10 Ultrahuman Ring Air - 10% off with code JOSH Wellness Test Kits Choose Joi - Save 50% on all Lab Tests with JOSH Blokes - Save 50% on all Lab Tests with JOSH FertilityWize Test by Clockwize - Save 10% with code JOSH Tiny Health Gut Tests - $20 off with discount code JOSH20 VIVOO Health Tests - Save 30% off with code JOSH SiPhox Health Blood Test - Save 15% off with code JOSH Nutrition + Gut Health Organifi - 20% off with discount code WELLNESSFORCE SEED Synbiotic - 25% off with the code 25JOSHTRENT

After building The Meatball Shop into a national brand, chef and restaurateur Daniel Holzman experienced success's highs and multimillion-dollar failures. Along the way, he learned hard truths about leadership, workplace culture, and lessons that led to Danny Boy's Famous Original Pizza. Listen now to learn about the importance of authenticity, better workplace culture, and not letting ego get in the way of financial success. Sponsored by:  • TOAST - All-In-1 Restaurant POS: https://bit.ly/3vpeVsc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Path, I sit down with Michael Chernow—entrepreneur, athlete, and founder of The Meatball Shop, Seymour's, and Kreatures of Habit. Michael shares his raw and unfiltered journey of building businesses while staying deeply committed to fatherhood, self-mastery, and personal growth.We dive into the power of structure, morning routines, and how he integrates discipline into every part of his life. Michael also opens up about his experience overcoming addiction, healing childhood wounds, and using breathwork as a tool for deep transformation.Topics Covered:Balancing high-level entrepreneurship with being a present fatherThe power of morning routines and non-negotiablesThe "Three C's" FrameworkOvercoming self-doubt and the inner criticBreathwork as a tool for healing and transformationBuilding a structure that supports long-term successLINKSMichael Chernow:Instagram: @michaelchernowKreatures of HabitMike SalemiGet Info on the Vital Man CollectiveWebsiteInstagram: @Mike.SalemiWork 1:1 with Mike: Email Support@mikesalemi.io

The BanterThe Guys are stoked about The Restaurant Guys LIVE with Rocco DiSpirito taking place at the theater next door on March 14, 2025! In other earth-shattering news, Francis changes his mind.The ConversationThe Restaurant Guys welcome pizza pioneer Daniel Holzman who was determined to bring NYC slices to LA. They discuss some of the challenges and joys of great pizza and why Daniel wants to share that with California. The Inside TrackThe Guys and Daniel, co-host of On the Line, talk about the loss of food journalism and how a quality podcast can help fill that void.“You start to see the breakdown of information that is actually useful to people, which for me is the biggest sadness. I think (the podcast) definitely plays a useful and realistically a positive role in society, which is a nice place to start if you're going to think about adding something to the already overcrowded conversation,” Daniel Holzman on The Restaurant Guys Podcast 2025BioDaniel started his cooking career at the age of 15 at Le Bernardin in New York City until he attended the Culinary Institute of America. In 2010, Daniel co-founded The Meatball Shop in New York City followed by five more locations.He moved to LA to embark on a new passion, pizza, and opened Danny Boy's Famous Original in 2021. He opened his second location in the summer 2024, and has his plans for a third.He is the co-author of Food IQ: 100 Questions, Answers, and Recipes to Raise Your Cooking Smarts, and The Meatball Shop Cookbook.He is a co-host of On the Line podcast with Amanda Freitag. InfoDanny Boy's Famous Original Pizzahttps://www.dannyboysfamousoriginalpizza.com/Link to On the Line podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-line/id1739016869Friday, March 14 is the first Restaurant Guys LIVE with Chef Rocco DiSpirito at the NBPAC in New Brunswick, NJ (next to The Guys' restaurants!)Restaurant Guys' Regulars get a discount code for VIP tickets. Become an RG Regular today!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribeGet tickets here.https://secure.nbpac.org/rocco-dispirito/22947 Our Sponsors The Heldrich Hotel & Conference Centerhttps://www.theheldrich.com/ Magyar Bankhttps://www.magbank.com/ Withum Accountinghttps://www.withum.com/ Our Places Stage Left Steakhttps://www.stageleft.com/ Catherine Lombardi Restauranthttps://www.catherinelombardi.com/ Stage Left Wineshophttps://www.stageleftwineshop.com/ To hear more about food, wine and the finer things in life:https://www.instagram.com/restaurantguyspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/restaurantguysReach Out to The Guys!TheGuys@restaurantguyspodcast.com**Become a Restaurant Guys Regular and get two bonus episodes per month, bonus content and Regulars Only events.**Click Below! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2401692/subscribe

This week, we chat with Chef Daniel Holzman, who owns Danny Boy's Famous Original, a two-location operation in Los Angeles, California. We spoke with Daniel a few days before the catastrophic wildfires broke out in LA. So, our conversation with Daniel focused on his career, the growth of Danny Boy's and what he has learned in the restaurant business. Danny Boy's locations are currently safe. We would like to recognize Danny Boy's, who has quickly provided sanctuary for those affected. Both pizzerias are feeding the community, firefighters and first responders. More background on Daniel: Daniel started his cooking career at the age of 15 at Le Bernardin in New York City and remained there for four years until (at the suggestion of chef Eric Ripert) he attended the CIA. He then accepted a position at the soon-to-open Palladin in New York City under chef Jean-Louis Palladin (and worked alongside Wylie Dufresne and Sam Mason, among others). He went on to begin what would ultimately become a 10-year culinary journey through some of the West Coast's finest restaurants, including The Campton Place, The Fifth Floor, Aqua and Jardinière.In 2010, he co-founded The Meatball Shop in New York City. The fast-casual mix-and-match menu of meatballs was an instant hit. Five more locations of The Meatball Shop opened in NYC in quick succession, and he also co-authored The Meatball Shop Cookbook, published in 2011.He moved to LA in 2019 to embark on a new passion -- pizza -- and opened Danny Boy's Famous Original, the slice joint of his childhood dreams, in 2021. Describing the years-long his years-long odyssey to perfect the New York-style slice: "As a classically trained chef, I approach pizza with reverence. Pizza isn't fast food; it's one of America's most important dishes. And to understand how to make it great, I deconstructed everything about it. I searched out masters across the country, learned the history, and sampled thousands of pies. I interrogated oven makers, traveled to tomato farms, tried grains from countless flour mills, and experimented with the perfect cheese blend."Since opening, he's received praise from LA Magazine for his "ultrawide, perfectly foldable, tangy-crusted slices [that] nail it"; LAist for being a "NY-style pizzeria that absolutely rips"; and Eater LA, which claimed "There may be no better New York-style slice spot in LA than Danny Boy's right now.” He just opened his second location of Danny Boy's this past summer, and has his sights set on a third.He's also the co-author (with Matt Rodbard) of Food IQ: 100 Questions, Answers, and Recipes to Raise Your Cooking Smarts, released in 2022. (Some of the questions they answer include: "Why does pasta always taste better in a restaurant?", "When is it okay to cook with frozen vegetables?", and "What is baker's math, and why is it the secret to perfect pastry every time?")Last but not least, he also co-hosts On the Line, a podcast during which he and co-host Chef Amanda Freitag interview culinary innovators.More on the LA WildfiresAmong the horrible devastation from the wildfires in Los Angeles, we know there were pizzerias have been lost. Our new Senior Editor Kate Lavin is reporting on the LA Wildfires and the Pizza Community, including local pizzerias directly assisting the efforts on the ground, as well as Slice Out Hunger, who is rallying pizzerias in a fundraising effort to provide emergency funds. Read Kate's s

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Michael is the founder of Kreatures of Habit and Seamore's restaurants, co-founder of The Meatball Shop and co-author of The Meatball Shop cookbook. He's a serial entrepreneur, restauranteur, Chef, professional body builder and wellness expert. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Health is wealth. When you have your health, the sky is the limit. When you're unhealthy, it is difficult to focus on anything else. 2. If you can own your habits in the morning, you can own your day. If you own your day, you can own your life. You can own and hold yourself accountable to the decisions that you make because life is a string of decisions we get to make. 3. Habits are everything. Most people's lives are built around their habits. What we do is how we feel, how we feel is how we act, how we act is how people portray us. Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram - Kreatures Of Habit Instagram Sponsors HubSpot When you combine the power of Marketing Hub and Content Hub, you can have your best quarter, every quarter. Visit Hubspot.com/marketers to learn more Airbnb If you've got an extended trip coming up and need a little help hosting while you're away, just hire a co-host to do the work for you. Find a co-host at Airbnb.com/host Optimize To chat with JLD about Optimizing your life, click here: EOFire.com/optimize.

From the archive: This episode was originally recorded and published in 2021. Our interviews on Entrepreneurs On Fire are meant to be evergreen, and we do our best to confirm that all offers and URL's in these archive episodes are still relevant. Michael is the founder of Kreatures of Habit and Seamore's restaurants, co-founder of The Meatball Shop and co-author of The Meatball Shop cookbook. He's a serial entrepreneur, restauranteur, Chef, professional body builder and wellness expert. Top 3 Value Bombs 1. Health is wealth. When you have your health, the sky is the limit. When you're unhealthy, it is difficult to focus on anything else. 2. If you can own your habits in the morning, you can own your day. If you own your day, you can own your life. You can own and hold yourself accountable to the decisions that you make because life is a string of decisions we get to make. 3. Habits are everything. Most people's lives are built around their habits. What we do is how we feel, how we feel is how we act, how we act is how people portray us. Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram - Kreatures Of Habit Instagram Sponsors HubSpot When you combine the power of Marketing Hub and Content Hub, you can have your best quarter, every quarter. Visit Hubspot.com/marketers to learn more Airbnb If you've got an extended trip coming up and need a little help hosting while you're away, just hire a co-host to do the work for you. Find a co-host at Airbnb.com/host Optimize To chat with JLD about Optimizing your life, click here: EOFire.com/optimize.

What does it take to turn life's darkest moments into stepping stones for success? In this Habits and Hustle episode, I talk with entrepreneur Michael Chernow, founder of Kreatures of Habit, to discuss how structured routines and intentional habits can transform lives.  We dive into Michael's journey from addiction to becoming a successful entrepreneur, devoted father, and advocate for healthy living. We also discuss intentional parenting, the power of morning and night routines, and the vital importance of asking for help. Michael Chernow is a transformative figure in entrepreneurship and wellness who turned his life around after battling addiction in his early years, achieving two decades of sobriety through commitment to positive habits and routines. As a restaurateur, he co-founded The Meatball Shop and founded Seamore's in New York City, scaling both concepts to six locations each, while also creating Kreatures of Habit, a lifestyle brand focused on optimized nutrition and apparel. Beyond his business ventures, Chernow is deeply committed to helping others transform their lives through fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching, hosting The Kreatures of Habit podcast where he explores the daily habits that drive success.  What We Discuss: (05:03) Nurturing Marriage Through Routine and Affection (16:15) Nurturing Intimacy Through Communication (25:09) Embracing Fear for Freedom (29:27) Developing Courage Through Commitment (33:57) Transforming Life Through Fitness and Commitment (39:33) Overcoming Addiction and Pursuing Success (42:24) Surviving Childhood Trauma and Abuse (55:57) Exploring Childhood Trauma and Healing (01:07:06) Teaching Values and Parenting Strategies (01:19:14) Morning Routine and Gratitude Practice (01:26:12) The Importance of Asking for Help …and more! Thank you to our sponsors: AquaTru: Get 20% off any purifier at aquatru.com with code HUSTLE Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off  TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100. Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout. BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohen and use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase. Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.    Find more from Jen:  Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/ Instagram: @therealjencohen   Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement Find more from Michael Chernow: Website: https://www.michaelchernow.com/  Podcast: Kreatures of Habit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow

Michael Chernow: The Ultimate Kreature of Habit | The Hopeaholics PodcastJoin us on this powerful episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast as we welcome Michael Chernow—entrepreneur, restaurateur, wellness advocate, and founder of several successful ventures. Michael is the visionary behind The Meatball Shop, a creative chain redefining comfort food, Seamore's, a sustainable seafood restaurant, and Kreatures of Habit, a lifestyle brand promoting healthier habits.Michael opens up about his journey from a tumultuous childhood marked by abuse and addiction to becoming a successful business owner and a hunter of life's possibilities. Discover how he overcame substance abuse, redefined his life through sobriety, and found healing through mindfulness, a connection to nature, and the daily routines that anchor his recovery. From near-death experiences to embracing resilience, Michael shares valuable insights on self-awareness and transformation.Michael also dives into his passion for hunting, highlighting its role in fostering sustainability and mindfulness. He reflects on how his love for food and fitness has shaped not just his career, but his mission to inspire others to live healthier, more intentional lives.Follow us on all our social media platforms down belowINSTAGRAM : https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics/?igshid=Mzc1MmZhNjY%3DSPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/4diCrlmIyqrkE2e22mFgU1?si=2df7f5920f944098FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thehopeaholicspodcast/TREATMENT : https://www.hopebythesea.com

How do consistent habits contribute to overall wellness, and what role do small, daily actions play in creating lasting change? Michael Chernow, is the founder of Kreatures of Habit, a lifestyle and wellness brand with the mission to inspire people to embrace the power of consistent habits as a pathway to improved health, well-being, and success. The brand's flagship product, Meal One, is an all-in-one, high-protein oatmeal packed with essential nutrients, probiotics, and functional ingredients designed to simplify healthy eating as part of a morning routine.  As the founder of New York City's Meatball Shop and Seymours, Michael reveals his transformative journey from the hustle of the restaurant world to the heart of the wellness industry. He joins podcast host Chloe Harrouche to share the routines, rituals, and resilience that fuel his success, including his morning practices of gratitude, skincare, prayer, exercise, meditation, and cold plunges. Learn how small, consistent habits can create monumental shifts in your life, why asking for help is a superpower, and how authenticity and passion are the cornerstones of building businesses that thrive. Resources & Links:  Our Care Teams Top 5 Wellness Non-Negotiables: https://www.thelanby.com/blog/our-care-teams-top-5-wellness-non-negotiables Chloe's Fitness Regime: https://www.thelanby.com/blog/chloes-corner-my-fitness-regimen Chapters 00:00 Michael's Journey: From Restaurants to Wellness 05:02 The Meatball Shop: A Customizable Dining Experience 08:07 Seymours: Introducing Underappreciated Fish Species 13:44 Kreatures of Habit: The Power of Habits 26:59 Introduction to Transformation and Wellness 36:32 The Power of a Simple Morning Routine 39:11 Michael's Non-Negotiable Morning Routine 49:58 Being Kind to Yourself and Getting Back Up Subscribe to Get Well, Better. Leave a review and follow along ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@the.lanby⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Lanby⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ today and book a consultation. Watch the Show ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Produced by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Haynow Media

Your extraordinary marriage starts here: www.thedadedge.com/25questions Michael Chernow is a father, husband, serial entrepreneur, podcast host, coach, professional athlete, and founder of Kreatures of Habit. Known for his ventures The Meatball Shop and Seamore's, Michael also hosts the Kreatures of Habit Podcast where he explores the routines and habits that lead to success. In recovery for nearly two decades, he attributes his success to the positive habits he upholds. Today, Michael Chernow shares his personal commitment to ensuring his children never experience the hardships he faced growing up. The conversation dives deep into the importance of being present for our children, emphasizing that kids value our attention far more than material possessions.  The episode also highlights the viral success of Michael's content, particularly posts that resonate with themes of purposeful parenting and the genuine needs of children. Tune in for heartfelt insights and practical advice on fostering meaningful family connections. www.thedadedge.com/499 www.thedadedge.com/alliance www.michaelchernow.com www.kreaturesofhabit.com - Use Code “DADEDGE20” www.kohpodcast.com  

On today's episode of the podcast Pastor Chris Durso answer's the hardest questions Christian's face. Timecodes (Episode #98): 0:00 - Intro 0:59 - Skip Intro 1:40 - Mike Chernow Tells his story of Addiction 8:26 - Getting Robbed and Making money as a Drug Dealer 14:35 - How to ACTUALLY get Sober 33:52 - His wife Ghosted him while Dating 40:23 - How Did he Start doing Heroin 50:35 - Why Mike Chernow Started the Meatball Shop 1:00:02 - The 3 C's to Success 1:15:01 - The Birth of Kreatures of Habit 1:22:46 - The Best places to Eat According to a NYC Legend 1:28:41 - Michael Chernow's Highest Highs/Lowest Lows 1:32:30 - Outro Follow On the Rocks TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ontherocks_podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theontherockspodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7xuYMlfFAXUfReoHKGHjb6?si=f95c4e4fc82c40df Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-rocks/id1670365515 Follow Michael Chernow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@michaelchernow?lang=en Website: https://www.michaelchernow.com/ Follow John Rondi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnrondi TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@johnnyrondi #ontherocks #podcast #johnrondi

Do you ever find yourself wanting the comfort a homemade meal, but not wanting to spend a ton time OR have to take out a bunch of pots and pans to make it? This week, we're re-releasing one of our fan-favorite episodes where we dive into the ultimate guide to sheet pan meals. Whether you're a busy parent or someone who loves a no-fuss dinner, we've got you covered. Imagine the sizzle of perfectly crispy chicken, the aroma of saucy teriyaki chicken, and the vibrant colors of a hearty vegetarian dinner — all made on just one sheet pan.By the end of this episode you'll…1. Learn how to whip up a flavor-packed teriyaki chicken dinner in under 30 minutes.2. Discover the secret to making the crispiest oven-baked chicken parm that will rival your favorite restaurant.3. Get our go-to vegetarian sheet pan meal that's as satisfying as it is simple — perfect for Meatless Mondays or any night of the week.Tune in now to discover how a sheet pan meals can make any dinner easier!***Links to from this week's show:We recommend local restaurant supply stores for sheet pans, or these excellent Nordicware pansSonya's sheet pan Seattle-Style chicken teriyaki The Meatball Shop's cookbookSheet pan sausage supper via Food NetworkSheet pan chicken parm via Rich RosendaleSheet pan haloumi via The KitchnSheet pan eggplant parm via Food & WineSheet pan harissa salmon by Colu Henry for the NY Times***We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com! Or give us a CALL on our kitchen phone! 323-452-9084Sign up for Sonya's free Substack, or order her debut cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!

In this deeply personal and introspective episode, we sit down with Michael Chernow, a serial entrepreneur, professional athlete, father, and husband, who recently celebrated 20 years of sobriety—a milestone marking two decades of personal growth and unwavering commitment to a better life. Michael takes us on his journey from active substance use disorder to a life transformed through the sacred practices of Alcoholics Anonymous and the 12 steps, which played a pivotal role in his recovery. As a health and fitness expert, Michael shares how his sobriety fueled his success, not just in overcoming addiction but also in rebuilding his life with healthy and productive habits. This transformation became the foundation for his entrepreneurial endeavors, including co-founding New York City's hugely successful The Meatball Shop, launching Seamore's, and creating the innovative oatmeal brand Kreatures of Habit—a brand born from his early dedication to a healthy lifestyle, starting with a simple yet powerful habit of eating oatmeal every morning. Michael opens up about the delicate balance of honoring the traditions and anonymity of 12-step programs while recognizing the unique opportunity that social media offers to inspire and help others through his public platform. His mission is to share the positive habits and experiences that have shaped his life, empowering others on their own journeys to better living. Join us as we explore the mindset, strategies, and profound personal and professional growth that Michael has achieved through embracing sobriety and building a life dedicated to health, wellness, and service. Connect with Zac https://www.instagram.com/zwclark/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/zac-c-746b96254/ https://www.tiktok.com/@zacwclark https://www.strava.com/athletes/55697553 https://twitter.com/zacwclark If you or anyone you know is struggling, please do not hesitate to contact Release: (914) 588-6564 releaserecovery.com @releaserecovery

This week, we're sharing Michael Chernow's episode from The Forward with Lance Armstrong. An extraordinary journey of resilience and redemption with Michael Chernow. From a tough upbringing to a harrowing near-death experience due to addiction, Chernow's story is a testament to resilience. Beyond his culinary accomplishments as the co-founder of The Meatball Shop and founder of Seamore's, a sustainable seafood restaurant chain, Chernow's journey is defined by his determination to overcome. His commitment to fitness and holistic living reflects his ethos of balance and well-being. Chernow shares his journey, offering hope and inspiration to those grappling with their own challenges. Join us as we delve into an awe-inspiring story, a testament to perseverance Check out The Forward.

Follow him Here: @chefholzman Daniel Holzman started cooking at the age of 15 at the elite Le Bernardin in New York City. Four years later, he attended The Culinary Institute of America on a full scholarship from the James Beard Foundation. Since then, he's worked at numerous acclaimed eateries including Palladin, Napa, The Campton Place, Aqua, Jardinière, and Axe. In 2010, Daniel co-created The Meatball Shop, dedicated to serving the best meatballs in the world, in New York City. He is the co-author of the best-selling The Meatball Shop Cookbook, published in 2011, and is the co-author of Food IQ: 100 Questions, Answers, and Recipes to Raise Your Cooking Smarts, released in 2022. Over the course of his culinary career, he has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, Saveur, GQ, People, and Food Network Magazine and has appeared on Selena + Chef, The Tonight Show, and Good Morning America, among others. He now owns and operates Danny Boy's Famous Original Pizza, the New York-style slice joint of his childhood dreams, in Los Angeles.www.dannyboysfamousoriginalpizza.com

Robert Chen is an entrepreneur with an innovative approach to redefining how New Yorkers experience food. In 2020, he founded EatMise, a food delivery platform bringing fully prepped ingredients straight from New Yorkers' favorite restaurants like Ivan Ramen, Bareburger, Luke's Lobster, and The Meatball Shop, to home kitchens for quick and easy last-mile cooking. Robert draws from his extensive experience in finance and investment to strategically disrupt the conventional takeout and food delivery industries. He has a distinguished history in distressed debt fund management. He has served as a senior investment lead at Strategic Value Partners and as an investment professional at Magnetar Capital and Leucadia Asset Management. Prior to that position, he was a Vice President at MidOcean Credit Partners and an associate at Citi. Robert graduated Summa Cum Laude from Columbia University with a degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering.  Connect with Jon Dwoskin: Twitter: @jdwoskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.dwoskin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejondwoskinexperience/ Website: https://jondwoskin.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jondwoskin/ Email: jon@jondwoskin.com Get Jon's Book: The Think Big Movement: Grow your business big. Very Big!   Connect with Robert Chen: Twitter: https://twitter.com/eat_mise?lang=en Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eat.mise/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-chen-a0768a49/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eat.mise *E – explicit language may be used in this podcast.

An extraordinary journey of resilience and redemption with Michael Chernow. From a tough upbringing to a harrowing near-death experience due to addiction, Chernow's story is a testament to the resilience. Beyond his culinary accomplishments as the co-founder of The Meatball Shop and founder of Seamore's, a sustainable seafood restaurant chain, Chernow's journey is defined by his determination to overcome. His commitment to fitness and holistic living reflects his ethos of balance and well-being. Chernow shares his journey, offering hope and inspiration to those grappling with their own challenges. Join us as we delve into an awe-inspiring story, a testament to perseverance. Caldera Labs Get 20% OFF with our code WEDU and make unforgettable first impressions that lead to the charming words, “you look younger!”.

This week Alex & Ryan conclude their talk with creator-developer and television executive Eli Holzman, in the second episode of a two-part series where they discuss Robert Altman's 1992 film "The Player." Eli Holzman is the founder and CEO of The Intellectual Property Corporation and the President of Sony Pictures Television Nonfiction. Holzman began his career in 1996 at Miramax Films where he co-founded the company's television department, created the multi-Emmy nominated series PROJECT RUNWAY and produced a wide array of scripted series, movies and minis for the studio. Holzman left Miramax in 2005 to run Ashton Kutcher's 20th Century Fox-based Katalyst Films and to work as an independent producer. In 2008, Holzman co-founded Studio Lambert USA, where he launched and Executive Produced UNDERCOVER BOSS, the #1 new show of the 2009 season and the highest rated reality premiere of all time. Holzman has been nominated for the Emmy Award 19 times and has been its recipient on 4 occasions. He has been nominated for the Producers Guild Award 5 times and has been its recipient once. Outside of television, Holzman is a partner of The Meatball Shop restaurant group and the proud father of the world's two most extraordinary children. Eli Holzman IMDB Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave first-time filmmakers a chance to direct their first feature film.   In 2018, Alex wrote and directed the film High Voltage starring David Arquette and Luke Wilson. Ryan Gibson Ryan Gibson is an Emmy-award winning producer of such films as the critically acclaimed Woe and the upcoming film Slotherhouse. He has worked for over twenty years in all aspects of film development and production. MAX launched the latest season of the Emmy-nominated TV series Project Greenlight from executive producer Issa Rae and Miramax Television in July 2023. How I Got Greenlit Instagram Twitter Podlink Credits Alex Keledjian, Host Ryan Gibson, Host Pete Musto, Producer/Editor Jeremiah Tittle, Producer Experience more of How I Got Greenlit via ncpodcasts.com For guest inquiries, sponsorships, and all other magnificent concerns, please reach How I Got Greenlit via howIgotgreenlit@gmail.com For inquiries and more information on Next Chapter Podcasts info@ncpodcasts.com New episodes go live every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do what you say you're going to do. It's a simple concept that's too often lost when the times get tough and we're under pressure. To close out day two of the 2023 Sandlot Jax and GORUCK Games entrepreneur, restaurateur and athlete Michael Chernow joins Fran Racioppi and Jessie Graff for a post-apocalyptic rain storm conversation about building businesses, forging relationships and committing to success. Michael is the founder of Seamores and Kreatures of Habit, and the co-founder of The Meatball Shop. As a New York City native he candidly shares how he entered the restaurant industry to escape a difficult childhood homelife; a decision that began a career of hospitality service, but also led to severe drug and alcohol addiction. Faced with a decision point about his life at just 23, Michael explains how we overcome adversity by focusing on our choices, setting a killer morning routine, and building meaningful relationships with people who push us to succeed. An exceptional entrepreneur distinguishes themselves by consistently taking decisive action and by doing what they say they're going to do; and for Michael that plan includes making the CrossFit Games by 45!Learn more about Michael Chernow on the web or follow him on social media. Read the full episode transcription here and learn more on The Jedburgh Podcast Website. Subscribe to us and follow @jedburghpodcast on all social media. Watch the full video version on YouTube. Highlights:0:00 Welcome to The Jedburgh Podcast & keeping your word3:00 Founding Seamores and CrossFit competition goals8:30 Michael begins working in restaurants to escape life at home11:15 Overcoming drug abuse in the restaurant industry13:55 Opening The Meatball Shop with a great story19:06 Making healthy food taste good25:15 Waking up and making the choice to perform with a killer morning routine35:18 You get out what you put in38:30 Get back up…it's the only thing you have to do49:24 The business of business is relationships59:26 Three Daily Foundations to Success Quotes: “I've made it my mission to have people around me that I'm chasing.” (3:35)“Connect with and engage with and create environments for people to strive in.” (10:25)We were opening up a New York City meatball place that had never been done before.” (17:41)“I like to start my day everyday by pouring a rock solid foundation.” (27:45)“I've made it my mission to learn to love the hard and the hurt.” (41:11)“If you want to be elite, you're gonna get hurt.” (41:40)“People have to like you...The business of business is relationships.” (51:33)Michael's Three Daily Foundations to SuccessLove Be LovedMove Your Ass This episode is brought to you by Jersey Mike's, Compass Workforce Solutions and GORUCK.

This week Alex & Ryan talk with creator-developer and television executive Eli Holzman, who helped Alex develop and sell the original Project Greenlight, in the first episode of a two-part series. Eli Holzman is the founder and CEO of The Intellectual Property Corporation and the President of Sony Pictures Television Nonfiction. Holzman began his career in 1996 at Miramax Films where he co-founded the company's television department, created the multi-Emmy nominated series PROJECT RUNWAY and produced a wide array of scripted series, movies and minis for the studio. Holzman left Miramax in 2005 to run Ashton Kutcher's 20th Century Fox-based Katalyst Films and to work as an independent producer. In 2008, Holzman co-founded Studio Lambert USA, where he launched and Executive Produced UNDERCOVER BOSS, the #1 new show of the 2009 season and the highest rated reality premiere of all time. Holzman has been nominated for the Emmy Award 19 times and has been its recipient on 4 occasions. He has been nominated for the Producers Guild Award 5 times and has been its recipient once. Outside of television, Holzman is a partner of The Meatball Shop restaurant group and the proud father of the world's two most extraordinary children. Eli Holzman IMDB Alex Keledjian Alex Keledjian is the creator of Project Greenlight, a documentary television series where executive producers Matt Damon and Ben Affleck gave first-time filmmakers a chance to direct their first feature film.   In 2018, Alex wrote and directed the film High Voltage starring David Arquette and Luke Wilson. Ryan Gibson Ryan Gibson is an Emmy-award winning producer of such films as the critically acclaimed Woe and the upcoming film Slotherhouse. He has worked for over twenty years in all aspects of film development and production. MAX launched the latest season of the Emmy-nominated TV series Project Greenlight from executive producer Issa Rae and Miramax Television in July 2023. How I Got Greenlit Instagram Twitter Podlink Credits Alex Keledjian, Host Ryan Gibson, Host Pete Musto, Producer/Editor Jeremiah Tittle, Producer Experience more of How I Got Greenlit via ncpodcasts.com For guest inquiries, sponsorships, and all other magnificent concerns, please reach How I Got Greenlit via howIgotgreenlit@gmail.com For inquiries and more information on Next Chapter Podcasts info@ncpodcasts.com New episodes go live every Tuesday. Please subscribe, rate & review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Chernow is a prominent figure and has a great recognition in entrepreneurial circles due to his keen interest in understanding human motivation and identifying market gaps. He is also prominent in the culinary world, known for his various roles and ventures. He is the founder of Seamore's, a restaurant, and co-founder of both The Meatball Shop and WellWell. With a diverse skill set, Michael is a restaurateur, entrepreneur, TV host, fitness personality, and a dedicated family man. He has been involved in the restaurant industry since he was just 13 years old and holds degrees in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management from the French Culinary Institute. Michael established his own place in the competitive New York City restaurant scene and has remained committed to his mission of promoting positivity, hospitality, and service. He is passionate about creating opportunities for health and happiness within his community.In this captivating episode, Michael shares his wisdom on embracing overall growth by prioritizing self-care and nurturing a morning routine that sets the tone for success. He shares his profound insights on facing and overcoming personal traumas. He reminds us that healing cannot be achieved by avoiding or running from our past but by bravely confronting our demons head-on. Michael emphasizes the transformative power that comes from addressing our innermost struggles and working towards resolution, showing us that it is through these courageous acts that we can truly find freedom and fulfillment.Drawing from his own journey, Michael sheds light on the pitfalls of relying on addiction as a coping mechanism for unresolved pain. He shares the profound impact of facing one's traumas head-on, rather than succumbing to the allure of addiction or attempting to avoid painful situations. He eloquently illustrates the transformative power that comes from confronting and healing past wounds, encouraging listeners to imagine the extraordinary possibilities that await them on the other side of their own personal journeys. With empathy and authenticity, he shares the profound impact of breaking free from these self-destructive patterns and the incredible transformation that can occur when we choose to confront our challenges with honesty and vulnerability.Throughout the episode, Michael's warmth and wisdom shine through as he encourages listeners to imagine the untapped potential that awaits them when they embrace the power of facing their fears. His personal anecdotes and practical strategies inspire us to develop a morning routine centered around self-care, enabling us to create a strong foundation for personal growth and overall success.Where to find Tyler Hall:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mchernow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelChernowInstagram: Sirva SoundbitesExplores the latest trends and topics on global talent mobility and the future of work.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify-Where to find Tyler Hall: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchall/ Newsletter: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-tyler-hall-archives-7018241874482122753/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/sirTHALL Work with Tyler: https://www.tylerchristianhall.com/

Si es tu primera vez aquí. O si ya has estado, pero como si lo fuera. Te mando esta postal sonora de Nueva York desde el Lower East Side. The Meatball Shop tenía ese típico ambiente cálido del Lower East Side. Aquí ponían las mejores albóndigas de la ciudad, sin duda. Lástima que, por culpa de la pandemia, sea uno de los muchos restaurantes que hayan cerrado. Lo recuerdo al pasear por este barrio de la parte baja de la ciudad, ya conquistada por los judíos. Paso junto a una de las pocas tiendas de comestibles kosher que aún sobreviven en el barrio. “Bokir tow”, me saluda un niño judío para desearme un buen día mientras juguetea con el par de rulos que le caen por delante de las orejas como dos lianas en el Amazonas. “Schalom”, le respondo con la única palabra yidis que sé. En esta ciudad de ritmo frenético, el tiempo pasa despacio cuando esperas que algo suceda. Y las cosas parece que no cambian. Hasta que cambian. En Nueva York es inevitable asomarse a una ventana. Las hay por todas partes. La ciudad ejerce tal atracción para que miremos a través de ellas, que ríete tú de Newton y su ley de la gravedad. Hoy me he vuelto a asomar a una. Y lo que he visto es diferente. Porque ya no soy el mismo. Desde mi atalaya en la planta 21 de un edificio de apartamentos encima del renovado Essex Market, he dirigido la mirada hacia la Freedom Tower. He dibujado mentalmente ese crepuscular hueco que dejaron las Torres Gemelas, igual que si alguien hubiera arrancado de cuajo y sin miramientos varias piezas de una construcción de Lego. Era el mismo solar que había sentido dentro de mí. Por eso, todos los días tenía la esperanza de que ese vacío se llenara. El de Nueva York. Y el mío. Gracias por escucharme. Un abrazo desde Nueva York.

A good sheet pan is an essential piece of equipment. In this episode, we talk about what we mean by sheet pans, where to buy a good sheet pan (we've had ours for 10+ years), what we cook on our sheet pans (spoiler: you can cook ANYTHING on a sheet pan), and even how to clean a sheet pan (those dark edges are a badge of honor!). As usual, we share (and debate) all the different recipes and meals we make with our sheet pans, learning from each other in the process, like when does it make sense to use parchment paper? How do you best cook fish? Can you serve a meal on a sheet pan? (ABSOLUTELY!) As usual, you can expect all our tips for cooking veggies, chicken, sausage, meatballs, tofu, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and more.We love our sheet pans and we think you'll feel the same after you listen! ***Links to recipes and favorites from this week's show:We recommend local restaurant supply stores for sheet pans, or these excellent Nordicware pansSonya's sheet pan Seattle-Style chicken teriyaki The Meatball Shop's cookbookSheet pan sausage supper via Food NetworkSheet pan chicken parm via Rich RosendaleSheet pan haloumi via The KitchnSheet pan eggplant parm via Food & WineSheet pan harissa salmon by Colu Henry for the NY TimesWe love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!

The boys are back this week with a fun-filled-foodie-feature with world renowned restaurateur, Chef Daniel Holzman. Chef Daniel has previously been on Joe Rogan Experience Podcast, Beat Bobby Flay, and author of many leather bound books. Chef Daniel chops it up with Dale and Von about cooking, restaurants, owning restaurants, and some of their favorite meals. This episode is more than a tasty one! Bon appetite! Guest: Chef Daniel Holzman Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefholzman/?hl=en Twitter: chefholzman Websites: https://www.themeatballshop.com/team-member/daniel-holzman/ https://www.dannyboysfamousoriginalpizza.com/ Show Intro Music - Dale not Dale Podcast Rap Show Presenter: Good Ranchers - Use our code "DNDPOD" https://www.goodranchers.com/ Producer - Audio/Visual: Magnus (John Manigold) - Manigold Multimedia - IG @manigoldmultimedia Art Director - Vittorio Fragale IG @vittorio.fragale

Michael Chernow is the founder of Seamore's, co-founder of The Meatball Shop, and co-founder of Wellwell. Quite literally the modern day renaissance man, Michael is a restaurateur + entrepreneur, TV host, fitness personality, and family-man, dedicated to inspiring the world through positivity, hospitality and service. After navigating the restaurant industry since the ripe age of 13, Michael graduated with degrees in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management from the French Culinary Institute. Staking his claim in New York City's highly competitive restaurant scene with a place of his own seemed like the obvious path for Michael — and that's exactly what he's done, all the while, staying grounded in his mission to create opportunity for health + happiness for his community. Partnering with his childhood best-friend, Daniel Holzman, THE MEATBALL SHOP opened its doors in February 2010. Together they have grown THE MEATBALL SHOP to 8 locations in New York, Washington DC and Connecticut, published the highly acclaimed The Meatball Shop Cookbook, and have celebrated brand collabs with VANS, Carhartt, and Champion, to name a few. In 2015 Michael launched the widely successful, sustainable seafood concept, Seamore's. More on https://michaelchernow.com/about Michael's Podcast: https://michaelchernow.com/blog Michael's videos: 10 Things Michael Chernow Can't Live Without | GQ : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ch-BEBXNFHw Chef Michael Chernow shares meals to make more with your groceries l GMA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DURSPj5Xdms How To Build New Healthy Habits | With Michael Chernow : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLkVXJc0H0U Michael Chernow on Mind Pump: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLMpDzE-L-g CHAPTERS 0:00 – Intro 0:09 – The single habit that can take your life to the next level 4:10 – Michael's journey to becoming a successful entrepreneur 12:36 – How he's channeling his trained assassin mindset into his business 15:37 – What distinguishes your new venture from previous failures? 23:09 – The first step one should take to get in shape 30:01 – Michael's views on masculinity being taboo, and the values that shaped him 36:29 – Advice on how to make a name for yourself and make money 42:37 – His thoughts on the future of nutrition and wellness 43:50 – “Pay for your health, or you're going to pay when you are unhealthy” 46:52 – How to choose a product that is actually good for you 50:21 – What would Michael do if time and money were not an issue? CONNECT WITH MICHAEL Web: https://michaelchernow.com/ Kreatures of Habit: https://kreaturesofhabit.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MichaelPChernow/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MichaelChernow FOLLOW US High-Level Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AxelAxePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/highleveltv Axel Axe: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/AxelArzola/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/axelaxeofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heyaxelarzola/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AxelAxeOfficial Red Axe Media Website: https://redaxemedia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redaxe.media/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/axelaxe/support

Michael Chernow is the Founder of Kreatures of Habit, a nutrition-focused wellness company. As a restaurateur, entrepreneur, TV host, fitness personality, and family-man, Michael is dedicated to inspiring the world through positivity, hospitality, and service. Listen in as Michael sits down with Ruben to talk about the powerful role of habits, morning and night routines, and fitness and discipline. He also shares a few things you shouldn't do when you're trying to change for the better. “Where a lot people fail when they're trying to be the best version of themselves is they want it all and they want it now, and that doesn't happen… Patience is everything.” – Michael Chernow Michael is proof that habits can either kill you or save you… and it's not going to be overnight. Habits will slowly lead you down a path of destruction and suffering or a path of love and growth. The choice is up to you.  He speaks on the lessons he learned from substance abuse and getting sober as a young adult and how self-discipline, mentorship, structure, and entrepreneurship saved his life. Tune in to hear Michael's exact morning routine, tips for starting your morning off right, and the #1 habit that changed his life. "At the core of everything, human beings are put on this planet to love and be loved… Every action we take, in some way, shape, or form, whether it's good or bad, is in the name of love.” – Michael Chernow Want to try Kreatures of Habit oatmeal? Use code KOHLOVE20 for 20% off your order! SUBSCRIBE to Live Through Love so you never miss an episode & RATE/REVIEW it on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube. About the Guest: Michael Chernow is the founder of Seamore's and Kreatures of Habit and co-founder of The Meatball Shop and wellwell. He's also the Host of The Kreatures of Habit Podcast. Quite literally the modern-day renaissance man, Michael is a restaurateur + entrepreneur, TV host, fitness personality, and family-man, dedicated to inspiring the world through positivity, hospitality, and service.  Visit Michael's website Follow him on Instagram  Follow Kreatures of Habit on Instagram Follow Ruben on Instagram Watch and subscribe to Live Through Love on YouTube This is an Operation Podcast production

Michael Chernow is a Serial Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, Podcast Host, and expert in wellness, fitness, and nutrition. Most recently, Michael founded and launched Kreatures of Habit, an in-your-face lifestyle and wellness brand, reimagining how you establish healthy habits. Partnering with his childhood best friend, Daniel Holzman, THE MEATBALL SHOP opened its doors in February 2010. Together they have grown THE MEATBALL SHOP to 8 locations in New York, Washington DC, and Connecticut published the highly acclaimed The Meatball Shop Cookbook, and have celebrated brand collabs with VANS, Carhartt, and Champion, to name a few.  Michael's affinity for understanding human motivation and identifying gaps in the marketplace has quickly secured “Michael Chernow” as a household name, especially in entrepreneurial circles. Additionally, his commitment to openly sharing his experiences, lifestyle, and motivation on social media, speaking panels, and interviews, has solidified his place as a “go-to” resource for aspiring business owners + entrepreneurs.  Follow Michael @michaelchernow on all social media platforms and at www.michaelchernow.com. Key point topics and studies mentioned: Background of how and why he started Kreatures of Habit Michael's sobriety journey and battle against addiction Breathwork and meditation Michael's daily routines for optimal health and fitness H.V.M.N. Podcast Fam: We're giving you an exclusive offer. You are some of our most loyal fans, and we want to give you a special reward. Use HVMNPOD10 to get 10% off your next H.V.M.N. order. _____________________________________________________________ Learn More About H.V.M.N. here: https://hvmn.com/blogs/podcast. Send a message to podcast@hvmn.com with feedback, questions, and guest suggestions!

Daniel started his cooking career at the age of 15 at Le Bernardin in New York City and remained there for 4 years until, at the suggestion of chef Eric Ripert, he attended the Culinary Institute of America with a full scholarship from the James Beard Foundation. Daniel's culinary journey has led him through some of the country's finest restaurants including Palladin, Napa, The Campton Place, Aqua, Jardinière, and Axe. In 2010, Daniel returned to his hometown of New York City to team up with his childhood friend Michael Chernow and debut The Meatball Shop on New York City's Lower East Side. This episode is brought to you by Authors Unite. Authors Unite provides you with all the resources you need to become a successful author. You can learn more about Authors Unite here: https://authorsunite.com/​​​​​​​​ Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on my future videos. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/authorsunite/support

Welcome back to True to Your Heart, brought to you by Amarin. Joining our host Ron Jaworski on the show today is Ron Ryder, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine and Medical Director of Hamilton Cardiology Associates ICANL Accredited Nuclear Cardiology Lab and chairman of the Quality Committee. Dr. Ryder is with us to discuss why cardiovascular disease is such an important issue, why decreasing risk is a question of lifestyle, and even give us his own recommendations for heart health resolutions in 2022. Today's show is all about simple and effective ways you can direct energy into keeping your heart healthy. Later, Ron will be joined by Michael Chernow, a man who wears many hats. Michael is the CEO and Founder of Creatures of Habit, Founder of Seamore's, the Co-Founder of the Meatball Shop, as well as an Entrepreneur and Branding Expert too. He's here today to tell us a little bit more about some of the lifestyle choices we can make to keep our heart healthy all year long.  Follow UsTwitter @JawsCEOQBFacebook @jawsceoqbInstagram @jawsceoqbPresented by Amarinhttps://truetoyourheart.com

Ever feel like you're missing a few basic skills in the kitchen, but aren't quite sure how to level up your home-chef game? A new cookbook will help you with just that. Chef Daniel Holzman, co-founder of The Meatball Shop, and food journalist Matt Rodbard have joined forces for a new cookbook titled FOOD IQ: 100 Questions, Answers, and Recipes to Raise Your Cooking Smarts. They join us to discuss. 

In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy'' and Jimmy Frischling “The Finance Guy'' chats with Jon Sherman, chief executive officer and co-founder at Sticky's Finger Joint about becoming an entrepreneur, developing a new brand, and the lessons learned. Sticky's Finger Joint was founded in New York City ten years ago in 2012. Sherman says Sticky's makes boneless, fried and grilled chicken and it is paired with eighteen different dipping sauces with different flavor profiles. Sherman was in finance for years before founding Sticky's. He says, “but I always had a bit of an entrepreneurial itch and I also always had a love for food and I didn't even realize that I could put the two of those together and that it was even a possibility or an option.” He talks about there not being a great option for chicken fingers in New York City and his love for chicken fingers when coming up with food ideas. Sherman was living on the lower east side and saw the original Meatball Shop open. He said they had a great vibe and just had meatballs. It resonated with Sherman that people, especially living in New York City, want to go get the best of something and everybody likes chicken fingers. Sherman was asked about where the sticky's came from, he says, “from early on we realized that sauce is going to be an incremental part of this. The beauty of chicken fingers is part of making this differentiated best in class chicken finger, you got to make a great piece of chicken.” He also says, all of the different sauces is what makes the experience the next level. When Sherman was asked about lessons he had learned, he said there were so many and the first three to six months they had to figure out what the real business model was. Sherman says he was able to use his past finance experience to overcome some of the early hurdles he faced at Sticky's and what the unit level economics needed to be. Sherman adds, he really learned that they are in the people business. To hear Sherman talk about Sticky's operating model, how long it took to develop his core team and opening their first drive-thru location, tune into this episode of Hospitality Hangout on Spotify.This syndicated content is brought to you by Branded Strategic Hospitality.

In the latest episode of Hospitality Hangout, Michael Schatzberg “The Restaurant Guy'' and Jimmy Frischling “The Finance Guy'' chats with Jon Sherman, chief executive officer and co-founder at Sticky's Finger Joint about becoming an entrepreneur, developing a new brand, and the lessons learned. Sticky's Finger Joint was founded in New York City ten years ago in 2012. Sherman says Sticky's makes boneless, fried and grilled chicken and it is paired with eighteen different dipping sauces with different flavor profiles. Sherman was in finance for years before founding Sticky's. He says, “but I always had a bit of an entrepreneurial itch and I also always had a love for food and I didn't even realize that I could put the two of those together and that it was even a possibility or an option.” He talks about there not being a great option for chicken fingers in New York City and his love for chicken fingers when coming up with food ideas. Sherman was living on the lower east side and saw the original Meatball Shop open. He said they had a great vibe and just had meatballs. It resonated with Sherman that people, especially living in New York City, want to go get the best of something and everybody likes chicken fingers. Sherman was asked about where the sticky's came from, he says, “from early on we realized that sauce is going to be an incremental part of this. The beauty of chicken fingers is part of making this differentiated best in class chicken finger, you got to make a great piece of chicken.” He also says, all of the different sauces is what makes the experience the next level. When Sherman was asked about lessons he had learned, he said there were so many and the first three to six months they had to figure out what the real business model was. Sherman says he was able to use his past finance experience to overcome some of the early hurdles he faced at Sticky's and what the unit level economics needed to be. Sherman adds, he really learned that they are in the people business. To hear Sherman talk about Sticky's operating model, how long it took to develop his core team and opening their first drive-thru location, tune into this episode of Hospitality Hangout on Spotify.This syndicated content is brought to you by Branded Strategic Hospitality.

Michael Chernow is the founder of Kreatures of Habit, Seamore's, and co-founder of The Meatball Shop. Learn more about Michael's work here: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow/?hl=en https://kreaturesofhabit.com/

Daniel Holzman is the chef and restaurateur behind New York City's The Meatball Shop and Danny Boy's Famous Original Pizza in Los Angeles. His new book, "Food IQ: 100 Questions, Answers, and Recipes to Raise Your Cooking Smarts," is available now.

When food writer Matt Rodbard met chef Daniel Holzman while covering the opening of his restaurant, The Meatball Shop, on New York's Lower East Side, it was a match made in questions. More than a decade later, the pair have remained steadfast friends—they write a popular column together, and talk, text, and DM about food constantly. Now, in Food IQ, they're sharing their passion and deep curiosity for home cooking, and the food world zeitgeist, with everyone. Featuring 100 essential cooking questions and answers, Food IQ includes recipes and instructions for a variety of dishes that utilize a wide range of ingredients and methods. Holzman and Rodbard provide essential information every home cook needs on a variety of cooking fundamentals.Snacky Tunes: Music is the Main Ingredient, Chefs and Their Music (Phaidon), is now on shelves at bookstores around the world. It features 77 of the world's top chefs who share personal stories of how music has been an important, integral force in their lives. The chefs also give personal recipes and curated playlists too. It's an anthology of memories, meals and mixtapes. Pick up your copy by ordering directly from Phaidon, or by visiting your local independent bookstore. Visit our site, www.snackytunes.com for more info.Heritage Radio Network is a listener supported nonprofit podcast network. Support Snacky Tunes by becoming a member!Snacky Tunes is Powered by Simplecast.

On this episode of Over The Wall, I interviewed renowned restaurateur Michael Chernow. You may know Michael as the founder of the immensely successful Meatball Shop, or his seafood spot Seamore's. We talk about all of that in this episode, but also dig deeper into his past, how it affected who he is today, his strict morning routines and workout regimens and the mental capacity it takes to make it all happen. I know you're going to love this one. For more content about entrepreneurship, founding a company, raising funds, or to just ask me a question, you can find me all over social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roblocascio Twitter: https://twitter.com/RobLoCascio LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rlocascio

In a book there are chapters that, together, create not just a story, but an entire world or reality that you can transport yourself into. Each of our own lives is made up of similar chapters that form the whole story of who you are and what you have become. Entrepreneurs often take elements of their own story and inject them into the businesses they start and the work they do. Few have done that as well as Michael Chernow, the founder of multiple businesses, including The Meatball Shop, Seamore's, and now, Kreatures of Habit.“Authenticity is not duplicable right?” Chernow says. “No one can take your authenticity away from you and you can't create it. You can't just fabricate it. It either is, or it's not… The business of businesses is storytelling, and also the business of businesses is relationships, two things that I believe wholeheartedly in. If you're not able to tell a story with your business, it's not good. Human beings for hundreds of thousands of years have always sat around a fireplace and told stories and listen to stories and some of the best times in my life, right? Like those moments where you're engaged and, you know, someone's telling a great story and people are laughing and crying and those are the moments in life that really make memories. And so how do you do that with a business?” To understand who Michael is, you have to peel back his layers. And with each layer you uncover, you realize that Michael's unique life experience, his likes, interests, hobbies, and routines, they not only make up who he is, they reveal the throughline that runs across all of Michael's business ventures. He has woven together not just one story, but many in a way that is authentically Michael. And we're getting into all the layers right here on The Journey.Main Takeaways:Finding Lasting Inspiration to Start a Business: If you have a deep connection with the purpose behind the business that you're creating, you may have an advantage as you hit the market and launch. When you have personally felt the need for what you're solving, you can bring a solution to life authentically. The mission or purpose behind your company will shine through the products and marketing tactics and carry you through tough times. Authenticity Matters as a Founder: Founding a business will take everything from you — all your time, energy, and abilities. Approaching all of it with an authentic reason for “why” will give you a strong foundation to build from. When you and your resources are stretched thin — as they often are in a start-up — you can't fake it or mask your feelings about what you're doing. IF you are personally connected to the why of the business, you can share that enthusiasm through your work and your team will be more likely to buy in and work through cchallenges. Serial Entrepreneurship vs Founding and Staying: What it takes to found a new business isn't always what it takes to keep running it. Some people are more drawn to going through the process of getting a new company built, staffed and launched than to sticking with a passion project for your whole life. There's no right or wrong way to found a company, but know where your skills and passions lie and if you're hankering for the next start-up project, maybe serial entrepreneurship is for you! ---This season of the Journey is produced by Mission.org and brought to you by UPS. To learn how UPS can help your small business, go to UPS.com/pivot.

Known for his preceding reputation as both a fitness junkie and prolific foodie, personality-entrepreneur Michael Chernow devised a clever way to combine his passions into one fearlessly optimistic brand. Enter: Kreatures of Habit. Chernow's foray into consumer products has been a natural next step in his culinary evolution. After co-founding beloved NYC hotspots like The Meatball Shop and Seamore's, the serial creative looked to his personal life when developing his latest venture. Chernow's Kreatures of Habit offers a positive platform of fitness, nutrition, and wellness resources through Habitual Rituals, alongside The PrOATagonist. The plant-based, gluten-free, superfood-laced oatmeal is Chernow's antidote to forging that first positive ritual into your everyday life.   In this episode, Brad and Michael discuss what the importance is of taking care of yourself to take care of others, what it means to really be a creature or KREATURE of habit, and tactical life steps as well!     00:00 Intro 00:15 Follow Michael Chernow! 02:00 “We are our habits and habits are decisions.” - Michael Chernow 04:30 The entrepreneurial bug 07:30 The New York accent 09:39 The call to change his life 13:26 Bomb 1: Stick to the stack of wins every day. 14:00 Michael's morning routine 17:30 Your relationship with food 18:21 What is Proatagonist? 23:40 Carbs 27:34 How Proatagonist was created 28:44 “If you have an opportunity as an entrepreneur to mitigate some risk, and take some equity off the table when you're in a really good place, take the opportunity.” - Michael Chernow 32:09 “Every bit of success I have today is because Protagonist is at the cornerstone of my life.” - Michael Chernow 35:50 Go to https://www.kreaturesofhabit.com to check out everything that Michael's company has 37:50 Brad's routine 39:50 The lifestyle brand attached 41:37 Bomb 3: Once you start taking care of yourself, the sky's the limit to what you can do. 48:00 Stem cells 50:45 Water 53:20 Lessons Michael has learned from restaurant industry 55:47 Bomb 4: The way your guest is treated in your restaurant is the way you will succeed 58:30 Treat your people like diamonds 01:02:15 Hire on a smile 01:02:46 Bomb 5: People want to hear their own name 01:06:28 Follow Michael at @michaelchernow      01:08:12 Buy The Meatball cookbook online written by Michael Chernow 01:11:10 Bomb 6: The second you spend worrying about what other people are doing is the second you spend not worrying about what you're doing.  

In this podcast, I chat with my friend, Michael Chernow, about his new oatmeal and apparel business called Kreatures of Habit. In case you're not familiar with Michael, he's a trained chef and “serial entrepreneur” with repeat success in the restaurant industry, including The Meatball Shop (with 8 locations) and Seamore's (a sustainable seafood restaurant). It's clear Michael hasn't just “gotten lucky,” but knows how to build effective brands and businesses, and I've had him on the podcast before to talk about entrepreneurship. And that's why I wanted to get him back on the show to talk about this new endeavor. A direct-to-consumer oatmeal business is a horse of a different color from a restaurant, so I wanted to ask Michael how things are going and what inspired him to delve outside of his usual realm of restaurant entrepreneurship. In our discussion, we discuss the backstory of Kreatures of Habit, the importance and life-changing benefits of habits in general, money and financial freedom, the challenges he's been facing with the new business, and a lot more. So if you want to learn all about the entrepreneurship process and what it's like to start a new business that makes delicious oatmeal, listen to this interview! Timestamps: 7:13 - Why did you delve outside the realm of restaurants and your past success? 34:30 - How has the business been going? What challenges are you facing? 38:41 - What role does the apparel play? 47:03 - What's the big vision? Where is this business in 10 years? 50:01 - Why you shouldn't chase money. 1:13:10 - Where can people find Kreatures of Habit? Mentioned on the Show: https://kreaturesofhabit.com/ Michael Chernow's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelchernow/ Legion VIP One-on-One Coaching: https://buylegion.com/vip

Michael Chernow is a NYC based entrepreneur. He is founder of sustainable seafood restaurant Seamore's, co-founder of the famous Meatball Shop, co-founder of Wellwell and founder of the exciting upcoming Kreaturs of Habit.  Michael is a restaurateur + entrepreneur, tv host, fitness personality, and family-man, dedicated to inspiring the world through positivity, hospitality and service.In this episode we talk about Michael's inspiring story, how he founded several businesses, his lessons along the way, and how his success is based on his habits and routines. More importantly, we talk about how you can go about building similar habits! Enjoy the episode!For more on Michael - check out his podcast.Forever Student is hosted by Stephan Muller and brought to you by the audiophiles at Dukkan Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So excited to introduce our next guest, Michael Chernow. @michaelchernow is the founder of the Born Or Made podcast, which I was so honored to be a recent guest on, and was able to share some breathwork and meditation tips.  Michael has been working in restaurants in New York city since he was 12 years old. He opened his first business, The Meatball Shop, in 2010 and in 2015 he opened his next restaurant concept, Seamore's. Michael is currently getting ready to launch a third business, Kreatures Of Habit, a lifestyle and wellness brand rooted in nutritional consumer packaged goods and apparel. The thing about Michael that I love so much is that he really walks the talk. He leads by example, he's doing it day in, day out. On the podcast, we get into some of the toughest moments in his life with addiction, how he really turned his life around and how he is living with so much positivity.  We have to put the work in. We have to really be intentional. Which is why Michael profoundly said one of his favorite quotes during the show: “The power is in the pause.”  Head over to his website to see all of what he shares, from fitness plans to meal plans, and just anything inspiring him.

Think about your last delicious meal at a restaurant. How did it make you feel? Restaurants are the lifeblood of creativity, community, and storytelling - and these days, they're an art form whose importance we're all too aware of. This week, we'll hear from Michael Chernow, a restaurant entrepreneur and storyteller extraordinaire. Michael is the co-founder of the famous NYC restaurant, The Meatball Shop, and his latest spot, Seamores, a sustainable seafood restaurant - among other food and wellness ventures. In today's chat, we'll dive into the why and how behind creating a restaurant in one of the most competitive cities in the world - New York - and Michael's exact process from idea to rocket-growth of launching not one, but two, successful restaurants that have been featured everywhere from Jimmy Fallon to Chelsea Handler, have tens of thousands of fans, cookbooks and more. This episode is quite nostalgic for any foodies, restaurant lovers, or even NYC dwellers (past or present!) who are currently craving the coziness, comfort, and community that bubble up inside of your favorite restaurant. Whether you're curious about becoming a serial entrepreneur, or simply enjoy whipping up a bowl of spaghetti and meatballs - our chat with Michael reminds us all that we can create, even in the most difficult (simple) of moments. Some stuff we also cover: Michael's career path in the restaurant industry - from delivery boy to bartender to founder - and how he navigated each step Why storytelling and having empathy are extremely important skills in the hospitality world - and how you can cultivate them How the process of opening a restaurant has changed over the past decade The importance of culture in creating connected and long-lasting organizations - and why any entrepreneur should tap into it Resources you might want to check out: Restaurants mentioned: The Meatball Shop, Seamores (others: Candle Cafe, Frank) Social media: @michaelchernow Website: michaelchernow.com As always, this podcast is sponsored by: Daydreamers. At Daydreamers, we're redefining how we all spend our free time and making space for adults to build creative hobbies. Get on the waitlist to meet us IRL at: daydreamerspace.com.

In this episode, Jason interviews Michael Chernow, a hospitality entrepreneur, co-owner of The Meatball Shop and owner of Seamore's. He shares with us the importance of putting fitness at the core of what you do on a daily basis. It's not about how you look, but how you feel internally, mentally and spiritually.Michael talks about how all individuals were designed to be active and were built to move. When you're an active individual, you put yourself in a better mental state. When that happens, everything around you falls into place.Michael also shares with us his experience in balancing his business, fitness journey and being a father. He reminds us that it's important to put ourselves first in a positive way in terms of health and wellness. His motto is: Want, Do, Have. Life is not built for people that want. Life is not for people that need. Life is strictly built from people that do.Stay Connected with Jason PriestWebsiteFacebookInstagramStay Connected with Michael ChernowInstagramWebsite TwitterFacebookAbout The Dad Bod PodA podcast for men looking to improve their health and re-define their Dad Bods. A place for men to learn, grow and live the healthiest life possible.Don't forget to follow us on IG @thefatherhoodexperience!

It's a full house this week with co-hosts Patrick Martins, Brandon Hoy, Mike Edison and special guest Daniel Sharp of The Meatball Shop. Our Moderator Emily Pearson leads our Weekly Baste Segment with hard-hitting stories of food in the news and a fast paced game of word association. This week we discuss all things GOAT, goat cheese and Goatober, British tabloids, neighborhood favorites, lunch ladies, UberEats, Meghan Markle and more. Our guest for The Weekly Grill is James Whetlor of Cabrito Goat Meat, Goatober International and the James Beard Award Winning Author of Goat: Cooking and Eating. Learn more at Goatober.com and by following @goatobernews! Join Heritage Radio Network on Monday, November 11th, for a raucous feast to toast a decade of food radio. Our tenth anniversary bacchanal is a rare gathering of your favorite chefs, mixologists, storytellers, thought leaders, and culinary masterminds. We'll salute the inductees of the newly minted HRN Hall of Fame, who embody our mission to further equity, sustainability, and deliciousness. Explore the beautiful Palm House and Yellow Magnolia Café, taste and imbibe to your heart's content, and bid on once-in-a-lifetime experiences and tasty gifts for any budget at our silent auction. Tickets available now at heritageradionetwork.org/gala.The Main Course O.G. is powered by Simplecast.

Our Moderator Libby gives hard-hitting stories of food in the news to our panelists and they discuss their attitudes and opinions in our Weekly Baste Segment. This week we discuss public displays of affection at restaurants, Bob Dylan's spirits company, future of school lunch, bologna and ketchup, the death of the New York coffee shop and meatballs of course! The Maillard Reaction Segment opens the floor for each panelist to give an opinion about a question that is relevant to the current week. The show is rounded out by our special guest, Daniel Holzman, co-owner of The Meatball Shop. Daniel's culinary journey has led him through some of the country's finest restaurants including Palladin, Napa, The Campton Place, Aqua, Jardinière and Axe. In 2010, Daniel returned to his hometown of New York City to team up with his childhood friend Michael Chernow and debut The Meatball Shop on New York City's Lower East Side. The mix-and-match menu of meatballs, served in a warm and convivial environment, was an instant hit. Five more locations of The Meatball Shop—in Williamsburg, the West Village, Chelsea, the Upper East Side and the Hell's Kitchen—opened in quick succession — and now Washington DC! The Main Course O.G. is powered by Simplecast

Our Moderator Emily gives hard-hitting stories of food in the news to our panelists and they discuss their attitudes and opinions in our Weekly Baste Segment. This week we discuss weed, North Korea, top soil and the film Eating Animals with special guest poultry farmer Frank Reese. In our Words to Marinate On segment our panelists listen to a clip and each give their opinion. The Maillard Reaction Segment opens the floor for each panelist to give an opinion about a question that is relevant to the current week. The show is rounded out with The Weekly Grill where we talk with special guest Daniel Sharp, the Executive Chef of The Meatball Shop, a chain of 6, soon to be 7, sustainable sit down restaurants. The Main Course O.G. is powered by Simplecast

Apple HomePod   You are probably well aware that Apple released it's smart speaker, the HomePod ($349) last week. As you would imagine you can't click a link without somehow landing on a page that has a review. Well we're adding our two cents to the discussion. But we'll try to be succinct. In a nutshell, if you are not in the Apple ecosystem you can stop reading (listening) right here. There is nothing so compelling that you should shell out your $350 and buy one. If you are in the Apple ecosystem, there are some benefits over the competition, but is it worth the premium? First and foremost the HomePod is about Apple Music and there it shines. It's pretty compelling to tell siri to play any song ever recorded and have it start playing. Of course you can do the with your phone and Airplay. So maybe not as compelling as I thought.   Setup Plug it in, click a button on your iPhone, and your are done! That's it! If you have a HomeKit home, that information transfers over, as does your iCloud, and music settings. For Apple users this is a no brainer. All in all it look less than 5 minutes to get up and running. The HomePod uses it's microphones and and drivers to optimize the sound regardless of where it is placed in your home. This is done without any user intervention. Sound Before we discuss the things you can do with the HomePod, let's discuss the sound. After all, that's why Apple is charging a premium for the device. Apple claims the A8 chip can analyse the music in real time and adjust the woofer and seven tweeters to give you “amazing” sound. After spending a week with the HomePod we can say that the claims of amazing sound are pretty accurate. You won't find another smart speaker with this kind of bass or channel separation. The HomePod reproduces your music more accurately than its competitors giving you a richer and fuller sound. But it's all about the bass, and here we found it deep and satisfying. But… before we move on, let's discuss high quality audio for a few minutes. One of our favorite high quality speakers is the AudioEngine A5+ . The A5+ is a bookshelf speaker that runs $400. If you connect an Airport Express ($70 refurbished) to the A5+ you can turn an iPhone or iPad into a HomePod that is mobile. And it will sound better. Yes it will be more difficult to place the speakers, and yes it will cost about $150 more. But if you are interested in high quality audio, and you are all in for Apple products, this is a better system.   Digital Assistant Even though Apple is touting the audio capabilities of the HomePod it does have some Echo like capabilities. To activate the HomePod you say “Hey Siri” then speak your command. You can get news, weather, sports reports. You can ask it simple math questions, set timers, check calendars, send/read texts, and of course control your HomeKit enabled home. See detailed list below. To do all of that the HomePod has six microphones that pick up your requests. We tested it when there was loud music playing or from across the room and it worked quite well. We did have one occasion where there were a lot of people in the house and everyone was talking over each other trying to pitt the Echo against the HomePod. Both devices got confused and the HomePod even said it was too noisy in the room for it to do anything. Under normal circumstances the HomePod heard and responded to every request we made. Future Enhancements Something that was pitched but didn't make the first cut was the ability to use two Homepods together to form a stereo pair. At first you might think that this is a bummer but really who can afford two of these things just to form a stereo pair. After a week with the singular device I don't think it's that important. The single HomePod does a great job at creating a wide soundstage. I am sure it will be better with two but not $350 better. You would be better served placing the second HomePod in another room. Which leads us to the other future enhancement. AirPlay 2 is the next generation of AirPlay. Currently you can only AirPlay from your mobile device to one remote set of speakers. Note - if you AirPlay from a computer you can transmit to multiple speakers albeit the same sone to each remote speaker. With AirPlay 2 you will be able to send your music to multiple HomePods and beyond that you can send one song to one HomePod and another song to a second HomePod. AirPlay 2 is not restricted to HomePods. There will be speakers from other manufacturers that support this functionality. Is the HomePod Worth It? It's an easy question for the non-Apple people. No it's not worth it. If you are an Apple person the answer is, it depends. The HomePod is expensive and yes the sound is very good. Not good enough that it's worth the premium in price alone.  However, if your home is setup with HomeKit and you have an Apple Music account, then I do feel that the HomePod is something you should consider. Things you can do with the HomePod: General knowledge “Hey Siri, who was the 13th president of the United States?” “Hey Siri, what's the tallest mountain in Germany?” “Hey Siri, what does happenstance mean?” Traffic and what's nearby “Hey Siri, where's the nearest coffee shop?” “Hey Siri, how long will it take me to drive to Milwaukee?” “Hey Siri, what time does The Meatball Shop close?” Alarms, timers, and world clocks “Hey Siri, set a 3-minute timer.” “Hey Siri, wake me up at 5 a.m.” (and “Hey Siri, snooze” when it goes off!) “Hey Siri, what time is it in Stockholm?” Weather “Hey Siri, when is sunrise in Paris?” “Hey Siri, what will the weather be like in Yosemite this weekend?” “Hey Siri, will it snow in Denver today?” Sports “Hey Siri, what was the score the last time the Cubs played the Brewers?” “Hey Siri, who has scored the most goals in Spanish soccer?” “Hey Siri, when do the Suns play next?” Unit conversions and math “Hey Siri, what's 38 percent of 299?” “Hey Siri, how many cups are in a quart?” “Hey Siri, what's 50 dollars in euros?” Stocks “Hey Siri, what's the market capitalization of Apple?” “Hey Siri, how is the stock market doing today?” “Hey Siri, where's the NASDAQ today?”   Translation - Siri can translate into French, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish. “Hey Siri, translate “this is delicious” into Chinese.” “Hey Siri, how do you say “I love you” in French?”