Best Greg Bresnitz Podcasts (2024)

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TSHA: Building your world as an artist 22:29

12d ago22:29

22:29

We believe the best brand builders are world builders - from Tyler the Creator to Lady Gaga and Fred Again - more and more artists today are finding ways to express creativity and drive revenue beyond their music. The latest Creators In Session, which comes from a live event we hosted during Amsterdam Dance Event, sees us connecting with community-…

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L.A. Times 101 (Bill & Jenn) and Radical Dads 1:13:07

22d ago1:13:07

1:13:07

This episode of Snacky Tunes features host Darin Bresnitz wrapping up the year with a heartfelt thank-you to all the guests, engineers, and PR teams who made the show possible. He also shares exciting news about the return of new episodes and newsletter content in the new year. In this episode, he sits down with two key figures in the LA food scene…

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Milkshake and Maricas: Curating Queer Spaces 28:04

26d ago28:04

28:04

The latest Creators in Session, comes from a live event we hosted during Amsterdam Dance Event, which took place at the home of friends, cycling brand Rapha. The day featured masterclasses for the electronic music community - from the likes of TSHA and Defected, through to this particular session, Curating Queer Spaces. Guest hosted by the lovely N…

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Xander Soren Wines & Sarah Jaffe 1:24:56

29d ago1:24:56

1:24:56

Darin sits down with Xander Soren, the founder and Chief Wine Operator of Xander Soren Wines. They chat about his time at Apple, working on game-changing programs like GarageBand, his deep affinity for Japanese culture, and he shares some of his playlists that pair perfectly with his pinot. Then we dip into the archives when singer-songwriter Sarah…

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Square & ChowNow Present: Snacky Tunes Salon with Highly Likely & Stir Crazy 39:24

1M ago39:24

39:24

To kick off the holiday season, Darin is joined by Mackenzie Hoffman, Harley Wertheimer, and Caroline Leff of Stir Crazy, and Kat Turner and Cary Mosier of Highly Likely for a live roundtable chat at the Snacky Tunes Salon. They share their favorite seasonal traditions, what it means to host the community this time of year, and finally agree on if …

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Andrew Lawson (Ètra) & Erika Spring 1:07:31

1M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Darin sits down with Andrew Lawson, the GM and co-owner behind LA’s latest hotspots, Ètra and Café Telegrama. They chat about Lawson’s roots growing up in LA, his game-changing years in NYC's restaurant scene, and how he teamed up with some stellar partners to create two of the most buzzed-about spots in Los Angeles. And for a little throwback trea…

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Frey Ranch Distillery & The Spring Standards 1:05:37

2M ago1:05:37

1:05:37

On this episode of Snacky Tunes, Darin sits down with Ashley and Colby Frey of Frey Ranch Distillery, a farm-to-glass whiskey farm that's truly one of a kind. They dive into what it means to be fifth-generation farmers, the music they listen to while crafting their spirits, and how they bring a thoughtful, farming-first approach to their delicious …

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The Dots: Pip Jamieson on growing & nurturing vibrant communities 39:49

2M ago39:49

39:49

In this episode of Creators In Session, we sit down with Pip Jamieson, the dynamic Founder and CEO of The Dots, for an inspiring masterclass on growing and nurturing vibrant communities. We first discovered The Dots as a hub for creative talent and were immediately drawn to its open, friendly and curated community—a refreshing alternative to tradit…

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Steven Clarke (Golden Krust) & Lily McQueen 1:12:07

2M ago1:12:07

1:12:07

Darin sits down with Steven Clarke, VP of Marketing at Golden Krust, the iconic Jamaican fast-casual restaurant celebrating its 35th anniversary. They chat about his journey into the family business, the enduring appeal of Jamaican cuisine, and how Steven balances his professional life with his passion for DJ'ing. Plus, the episode features a throw…

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Ben Shewry & Sinkane 1:17:45

2M ago1:17:45

1:17:45

Darin sits down with our good pal all the way from Melbourne, Australia; Ben Shewry, whose new book Uses for my Obsessions: A (Chef’s) Memoir is a fantastic, unique look into his journey through the culinary world. He offers up a lot of personal philosophies, a lot of great stories, and shows how Fugazi helped him learn Thai cooking. We've also inc…

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Friends With Benefits: Greg Bresnitz on festivals in the web3 era 36:36

2M ago36:36

36:36

How do you translate the philosophy of an experimental online community into consistently awesome experiences all around the world? Online collective Friends With Benefits has been redefining what community means in the Web3 era since its inception in 2020. While their base is online, they’ve made their mark on the in-person experience space, hosti…

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Johanna Hellrigl (Ama) & Illiterate Light (Live) 1:26:30

2M ago1:26:30

1:26:30

Darin is in the DC / Virginia metro area for an all new episode today. First up, he sits down with co-owner and executive chef of Ama, Johanna Hellrigl. She talks about being born into the restaurant industry, her coming up and cooking through the DC scene, and how Italian love inspired her new restaurant. Then we head down to Virginia to hang out …

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The Chef Conference & Color Collage 1:11:39

3M ago1:11:39

1:11:39

Host Darin Bresnitz sits down with Mike Traud, the executive director and founder of The Chef Conference, which is coming to Los Angeles on October 21st at the ChowNow headquarters. They discuss why Mike chose to bring the conference to LA, as well as the diverse mix of topics this year; including kitchen leadership and mental health, and what atte…

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Superfly: Lauren Guss on leading experiential for the world's biggest brands 33:05

3M ago33:05

33:05

The first port of call for the world’s biggest brands, Superfly has been pushing boundaries forward in the worlds of immersive and experiential since the early 2000s, originally creating the iconic Bonnaroo Festival and recently delivering landmark events for Netflix, Lizzo and The New York Times. We sit down with Executive Vice President Lauren Gu…

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Renee Erickson & The Wants 1:26:37

3M ago1:26:37

1:26:37

Darin is joined by legendary chef Renee Erickson, who sits down to chat about her new cookbook, Sunlight & Breadcrumbs: Making Food with Creativity and Curiosity (Abrams; September 24, 2024; US $37.50; Hardcover), which is available for pre-sale now! They chat all about her creative process, how her restaurants are extended art projects, and how pa…

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Rebel Kitchens SoCal & Poltergeist and The Pantheons 1:25:45

3M ago1:25:45

1:25:45

On today’s episode, Darin sits down with producer and director Antonio Diaz, alongside chef Diego Argoti, to dive into the new PBS SoCal series, Rebel Kitchens SoCal, where Diego’s innovative restaurant, Poltergeist, is featured in one of the episodes. We chat about what it means to tie your art to your life, and of course, the incredible soundtrac…

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Disguise: The future of live visuals 27:00

3M ago27:00

27:00

Creators In Session returns for Season 2, and we're diving into the future of live visuals with Peter Kirkup, Solutions and Innovations Director at Disguise. For over two decades, Disguise's software has led the way in powering unforgettable live experiences for artists like Adele, Massive Attack, Beyonce and Ed Sheeran, and events like Glastonbury…

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The Benjamin Hollywood & Rodes Rollins 1:11:41

3M ago1:11:41

1:11:41

On this week’s episode, Darin is delighted to be sitting down with Ben Hundreds and Kate Burr, two of the owners of The Benjamin Hollywood, one of LA's best new restaurants and instant clubhouse for everyone who likes a good martini and a great burger. They talk about their road to opening, why Ben took so long to open up his first restaurant and w…

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Taste in Music & Alex Bleeker (Live) 57:43

4M ago57:43

57:43

This week, Darin presents a special episode celebrating the new book Taste in Music. The book offers a fantastic and fun look at eating on tour with indie musicians, written and compiled by Alex Bleeker of Real Estate and Luke Pyenson of Frankie Cosmos. They share their fascinating insights into how meals on the road can be just as important as the…

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A Tribute to Justin Chearno 1:30:22

4M ago1:30:22

1:30:22

There have been a lot of words used to describe Justin Chearno in the last few days: father, husband, inspiration, colleague, supporter, and the one that keeps popping up over and over and over again, friend. Justin‘s true gift was to make anyone in his presence feel like they were his close friend, whether they had known him for years or they had …

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Ggiata & Zambri 1:12:52

4M ago1:12:52

1:12:52

Today Darin sits down with the co-owners of Ggiata, Max Bahramipour and Jack Biebel (with Noah Holton-Raphael in spirit) as they chat about their new location in Highland Park. They talk about their shared childhood love for Italian delis, growing up in New Jersey, and what drove them to open up a sandwich spot in Los Angeles. And then it's a deep …

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Harley Wertheimer (Stir Crazy) & Ramesh 1:19:25

5M ago1:19:25

1:19:25

Today, Darin dives into a nostalgic chat with modern-day Renaissance man, Harley Wertheimer, the owner of LA’s Stir Crazy. They reminisce about their early days in New York City, spinning tracks at East Village Radio, and savoring the culinary delights of the mid-aughts. Harley shares how his passion for music, hospitality, and art culminated in th…

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Brian Lowit & Paddan 1:23:17

5M ago1:23:17

1:23:17

We have an all new summer fun filled episode and we're kicking things off in DC with Brian Lowit. You may know him from his legendary indie label, Lovitt Records. He's also the label manager over at Dischord and one of the owners of Mount Desert Island Ice Cream in DC. We talked about how we started his own label, some of the different shows we've …

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James Bailey (Momofuku LV) & Elly Kace (Live) 1:17:17

5M ago1:17:17

1:17:17

We are so excited to share an all new jam-packed episode, starting in Vegas and ending in Brooklyn. First up, Darin chats with the Executive Chef of Momofuku Las Vegas, James Bailey. We talk about him growing up in Las Vegas, him cutting his teeth at different burger bars in the city, and him rising through the ranks of Momofuku Las Vegas. Then we …

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Xiao Ye & Pree 1:17:13

5M ago1:17:13

1:17:13

Today, Darin heads to Portland to chat with Louis Lin and Jolyn Chen of Xiao Ye, one of the city's best new restaurants. They chat about their LA roots, their time in DC, and why they eventually called Rose City Home. Then we head into the archives, when we welcomed musical guest Pree to the show, hailing from D.C. Talking about the live music scen…

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Khushbu Shah (AMRIKAN) & Anni Rossi 1:06:03

6M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

Today Darin sits down with food writer and cookbook author, Khushbu Shah, whose new book AMRIKAN is a love letter to the culinary traditions of the Indian American Diaspora. We talk about how immigration shapes food cultures, how her parents adapted their pantry, and she shares some of the delicious recipes that you can find in the book. In the sec…

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Budonoki & Emily Wells 1:35:38

6M ago1:35:38

1:35:38

Today Darin sits down with Josh Hartley & Eric Bedroussian of one of L.A.'s most delicious and new Izakaya's Budonoki. We chat about their early day dorm dinners, their incredible playlist that rules over the restaurant, and how they are taking an open mind and wide approach to the food they serve. Then we dip into the archives when multi-instrumen…

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Tomer Blechman & Eli “Paperboy” Reed 1:05:49

7M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Today, we're back in Brooklyn for an all-BK episode. First, we sit down with Tomer Blechman, chef and owner of multiple restaurants. He shares stories about growing up in his grandma's kitchen, building community through his restaurants, juggling multiple operations, and creating a family-friendly space with live music on Sunday evenings. Next, we …

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Delco Rose Hoagies & The Immaculates 43:24

7M ago43:24

43:24

On this episode, Darin chats with fellow Philadelphian Josh Agran, who you might know from the legendary band, Paint It Black. Josh is also the founder of Delco Rose Hoagies, a pop-up in Los Angeles, serving Philadelphia-style hoagies. They chat about how Josh started the business, his quest to find the perfect bread, and the music he enjoys while …

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Garrett Bess (Bike to Bites) & Moira Smiley 50:09

7M ago50:09

50:09

On today’s episode, Darin sits down with Garrett Bess, the host of Bike to Bites, coming back for its second season on EarthxTV. Garrett shares his love of the open road, his journey into international food tv production and what he loves to think about when he’s on his custom bike. Then it's a dive into the archive from a live performance with Moi…

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Afro Nation, Wanderlust, Disco Donnie & Envision: 10 killer insights from the world’s best experience creators 22:26

7M ago22:26

22:26

This week on Creators In Session, we’re reflecting on the highlights from the series so far. We just released our tenth masterclass, and we thought now would be the perfect time to reflect on some of the amazing insights we’ve learnt from our guests. We set out to build a series of masterclasses for you, our global community of experience creators,…

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Mandy and Kirsten Dixon & Luna and Ursus (Live) 59:49

8M ago59:49

59:49

For episode six-hundred, Darin is up in Homer, Alaska for a special food and music roundtable. Joining him from the culinary side is Mandy & Kirsten Dixon, one of the legendary families of The Last Frontier, who share their stories about farming up north, putting Alaskan cuisine on the map, and bringing the community together. They are joined on th…

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Katherine Lewin (Big Night) & NO ICE 1:23:40

8M ago1:23:40

1:23:40

Darin sits down with Katherine Lewin, the founder of the store Big Night and the author of the upcoming cookbook Big Night, which is all about dinners, parties and dinner parties. He talks to Katherine about the opening of her store, how you don't need to be perfect to throw a dinner party, and what she puts on her playlist for a night of having fr…

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Nike, Adidas, Versace: Trippin and All Corners’ Sam Blenkinsopp and Natalia Cristina on building authentic brand partnerships 52:49

8M ago52:49

52:49

In 2024, brand partnerships are everywhere - you’ll see them in your favourite films, on your social media feeds and of course at our experiences. In a constantly changing economic environment, brand partnership revenue has even now become the primary source of income for some experience creators. This support however, doesn’t come easily - and wha…

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Jess Damuck (health nut) & TOMI 1:24:45

8M ago1:24:45

1:24:45

Darin welcomes Jess Damuck back to the show to celebrate her new book health nut which is currently out on Abrams. They chat about the journey from the first book to the second book, the vibrations she finds in food, creating a community around her, and some of the music that pops up in the pages. Then it is a dip into the archives for one of our f…

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Sasha Zabar (Glace) & Prima 1:22:03

8M ago1:22:03

1:22:03

Today we are talking with Sasha Zabar, from the legendary Zabar family and owner of Glace, one of the most exciting new ice cream shops in New York City. We talk about growing up in his family’s grocery store, his heading out to hospitality school, and him coming back into the family fold to start his own business with his dad and brother. Then it'…

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Tactics: Dulcie Horn on storytelling for growth 43:50

8M ago43:50

43:50

This tactics session focuses on unlocking the power of storytelling in your content strategy. A follow up from our episode with Rise Festival on marketing your experience 365 days a year, here we go deeper on how you can use social-first storytelling as a tool to nurture your community, build trust around your brand and grow your business. Our gues…

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Dan Kluger & Matt Costa 1:14:39

8M ago1:14:39

1:14:39

We're hitting both coasts for this week’s episode, kicking things off in New York City with Chef Dan Kluger. We talk about him cutting his teeth in the local culinary scene, him opening up his first restaurant, and what it's like to open in Hudson Yards. Then we dip into the archives for a performance from Matt Costa at Dangerbird Studios in LA. Ma…

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Hanna Raskin (The Food Section) & Kid Wave 1:06:28

9M ago1:06:28

1:06:28

Today we sit down with Hanna Raskin, the editor and publisher of The Food Section, an incredible indie food publication/newsletter that covers the American South. We talk about her journey in the world of editorial writing, her time as a restaurant reviewer, and how the south is tied together by food. Then it's a deep dip into the archives back to …

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Primavera, Untitled Group, AVA Festival, Nyege Nyege, Colour Factory: The art of event curation [ LIVE Episode ] 45:24

9M ago45:24

45:24

This masterclass, recorded live earlier this year at The British Library as part of the AVA London conference, is all about the art of event curation. Experience creators have an almost endless range of choices they can make to influence these reactions, whether that be through the talent they book or the way they design the stage, how they cultiva…

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Snacky Tunes Salon: Majordōmo & Pijja Palace (Live at ChowNow) 33:28

9M ago33:28

33:28

Join us for another live recording of Snacky Tunes Salon from the ChowNow HQ in Culver City. For this roundtable, Darin chatted with Corporate Chef of Momofuku, Jude Parra-Sickels, and Pijja Palace’s owner, Avish Naran, about the direct connection between food and sports. Snacky Tunes: Music is the Main Ingredient, Chefs and Their Music (Phaidon), …

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Fire The Menu & Hatis Noit (Live) 1:29:06

9M ago1:29:06

1:29:06

We have an all new episode today, and we are so excited to be kicking it off with two of our good friends, Antonio Diaz and Casey Felton, who launched a Kickstarter for their new series Fire The Menu. We chat about the current landscape of cooking shows, how they met, and what they hope to do and say with their new show. Then we head to London, whe…

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Disco Donnie: 30 years in EDM - Fireside Stories 47:00

9M ago47:00

47:00

In this masterclass, our Co-Founder Lisa Simpson spoke with a legend of the EDM scene , James Estopinal, better known as Disco Donnie. His events company of the same name is an EDM institution worldwide, responsible for selling millions of tickets across tens of thousands of experiences, including major festivals like Ubbi Dubbi and Texas Eclipse. …

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Cody Pruitt (Libertine) & Champion Chills 1:24:06

9M ago1:24:06

1:24:06

This week we head over to New York to chat with the beverage director and managing partner at one of the city's best new bars, Libertine. That's right, we're sitting down with Cody Pruitt to chat with him about his love for the city, him coming up in the culinary scene, how food played a big role for him in his childhood, and what it means to open …

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Kat Turner (Highly Likely) & Rid of Me 1:17:18

10M ago1:17:18

1:17:18

Darin heads to Highland Park to chat with Kat Turner, chef and partner of Highly Likely. She shares her story of being a personal chef, doing laundry for the Smashing Pumpkins in Tokyo, and building her community around regulars. Then we head to our hometown, Philadelphia, to chat with Mike McGuiness, who plays guitar in Rid of Me and runs Knife Hi…

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Tyler Akin & HEIDEMANN 1:17:21

10M ago1:17:21

1:17:21

Darin heads over to the east coast today for a chat with Tyler Akin, Chef and Founder of Form-Function Hospitality. They talk about Tyler’s culinary adventures up & down the eastern seaboard, his mentoring of the next generation of chefs, and how he supported the culinary community during the pandemic. Then it’s a dip into the archives when we were…

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Wanderlust, Netflix, Bonnaroo: Heather Story on executing world-class experiences 46:14

10M ago46:14

46:14

In this masterclass, we spoke with experience creator’, Heather Story. From her early career days managing amphitheatres through to key roles behind the scenes at iconic American festival Bonnaroo and wellness pioneers Wanderlust, Heather is an expert in the careful balance of art and science that is event production. Now managing the high-tech ope…

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Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare & Håbe 1:30:17

10M ago1:30:17

1:30:17

We are heading back to Brooklyn today to chat with Max Natmessnig and Marco Prins, the new Co-Executive Chefs at The Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare. They were given the reigns to the legendary tasting menu and have taken it to new heights. It is a fantastic chat about their start in Europe and how they met on the line, and the responsibility they fe…

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Quarter Sheets & Wilderado 1:18:50

10M ago1:18:50

1:18:50

This week Darin chats with Aaron and Hannah of one of our favorite pop ups turned permanent, Quarter Sheets. We chat about the cute story of how they met, how they pivoted during the pandemic, and the vibe they put together every night at their restaurant. Then it’s a classic performance from the archives from one of our favorite midwest trios, Wil…

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Tactics: Rise on marketing your festival 365 days a year 43:41

10M ago43:41

43:41

Our first ever ‘Tactics’ episode comes courtesy of Jamie Thomson and Lizzi Pepper, Festival Director and Head Of Operations at Rise Festival. The music and snowsports festival started in 2014 by Easol’s Co-Founders Ben and Lisa Simpson with their partner Will Habergham, attracts thousands to the French resort of Les Deux Alpes every December. Marke…

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