ACF is excited to present the ACF Chef’s Table Podcast. In each episode, ACF will bring you insightful conversations that support the professional growth of chefs and culinarians across the nation. Some episodes will feature in-depth interviews with top chefs, others dive into emerging trends, and sometimes, we’re just here to talk culinary shop, discussing the challenges and opportunities affecting ACF members and the industry as a whole.
The podcast airs new episodes on the first and third Tuesday of each month but be on the lookout for occasional bonus episodes. Below you can find links to where the ACF Chef’s Table Podcast lives on the most popular platforms, view upcoming episodes, and check out both newly released and older episodes.
Join us at the table as we push the industry forward, one conversation at a time.
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You can find the ACF Chef’s Table Podcast on most popular podcast platforms; just search “ACF Chef’s Table Podcast” on your favorite platform or click the icons below to visit our channels on Apple Podcast and Spotify. We hope you will like and subscribe to the podcast on your favorite podcast platform to stay up to date on new episodes as they are released.
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Interested in being featured as a subject matter expert on the ACF Chef’s Table Podcast? Submit your proposal for 2026. ACF is currently taking proposals through January 31, 2026.
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Upcoming Episodes
Episode 11: Dress for Success with Cintas Expert Jessica Singh
Air Date: November 18
Podcast Guest: Jessica Singh
In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso talks with Cintas Major Accounts Manager of Hospitality and Gaming, Jessica Singh, as she shares insights into the factors chefs should consider when deciding if a managed apparel program is the best fit for their establishment.
Current Episodes
Episode 10: Connecting Chefs Globally with Worldchefs
Air Date: November 4
Podcast Guests: Andy Cuthbert, Harry Linzmayer, Ragnar Fridriksson, and Rene J. Marquis, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC
In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso leads a conversation with the President of Worldchefs, Andy Cuthbert, as well as several other prominent figures in the organization as they discuss the benefits of getting connected with chefs around the world.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 9: “Chefs, I Got Your 6” with the ACF Military Committee
Air Date: October 21
Podcast Guests: Guy Winks, CEC; Jeffrey Edward Phillips, CC; Alison P. Trinkle; Edward Fuchs, CEC, CCE, CCA; Eric W. Johnson, CEC; and Rene J. Marquis, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC
In this episode, guest podcast host Guy Winks sits down with Jeffrey Edward Phillips, ACF National President Rene J. Marquis, and additional members of the ACF Military Committee to discuss military chefs and the goals of the committee.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 8: Chef & Child with Chef Vanessa Marquis
Air Date: October 7
Podcast Guest: Vanessa Jaurique-Marquis, CEC, AAC
In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with Chef Vanessa Marquis as they share a thoughtful discussion on the ongoing Chef & Child Initiative and what chefs can do to get involved in Childhood Nutrition Day and International Chefs Day this October.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 7: Spicy Flavors with Chef Chris Wilmoth
Air Date: September 16
Podcast Guest: Chris Wilmoth
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner sits down with Chef Chris Wilmoth to talk about his work with Daesung and explore how global flavors and spices are growing in popularity in the US.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 6: Retail Bakers of America With Chef Marissa Velie
Air Date: September 2
Podcast Guest: Marissa Velie
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner chats with the Executive Director of Retail Bakers of America and Pastry Chef Marissa Velie as they delve into all things baking and pastry and the resources RBA offers to pastry chefs across the country.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 5: Pickles With Chef Joe Parajecki
Air Date: August 19
Podcast Guest: Joe Parajecki
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner talks all things pickles with ACF Chef Joe Parajecki. As a
third-generation Polish-American, Chef Parajecki has a deep connection with pickling and has a passion for
sharing the art of preservation with as many chefs as possible.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 4: Chinese Cuisine With Chef Martin Yan
Air Date: August 5
Podcast Guest: Martin Yan
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner interviews Chef Martin Yan as they talk about Chef Yan’s life and career along with the rise of Chinese cuisine in the United States and the impact it has had on the culture.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 3: Innovation & Trends in Equipment with Waring Chef Julia DeCiantis
Air Date: July 15
Podcast Guest: Julia DeCiantis
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner talks with Waring Chef Julia DeCiantis on innovations in kitchen equipment, and how they are working hand-and-hand with the trends we are currently seeing in the culinary industry.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Bonus Episode: ACF National Convention with ACF National President Rene Marquis
Air Date: July 8
Podcast Guest: ACF National President Rene J. Marquis, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC
In this special edition episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner sits down with ACF National President Rene Marquis as they talk about the ACF National Convention taking place in late July and what exciting new changes attendees can look forward to.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 2: Culinary Sport Competitions with Chef Collin Hilton
Air Date: July 1
Podcast Guest: Collin Hilton
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner sits down with 2024/2025 World Food Champion Chef Collin Hilton as they talk all about culinary sport competitions and Chef Hilton’s career and competition experience.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
Episode 1: ACF 2025 Trends with Chef Tim Recher
Air Date: June 17
Podcast Guest: Tim Recher, CEC, AAC, MWMCS, CWX
In this episode, podcast host Christopher Tanner kicks things off with an overview of the 2025 ACF Trends Report before being joined by ACF Chef Tim Recher who gives his take on this year’s trends and what he’s seeing at his country club.
Listen Now: Spotify or Apple Podcasts
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