Catering Chaos and Star-Butter Shenanigans: Behind the Scenes of Feeding the Masses
Release Date: 12/06/2024
Chefing, Crying & Culinary Crimes
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Ever wondered what happens when you force a real-life chef to sit through a Netflix food show? Spoiler: it’s not inner peace—it’s inner rage, garnished with profanity and sprinkled with truth bombs. In this episode, Erin and Dr. Sizzle dig into the drama (and trauma) of reality cooking shows, from David Chang’s flavor fusion face-offs to Gordon Ramsay’s rage fests. Erin is here for the chefing vibes and culinary creativity. Dr. Sizzle? He’s reluctantly hate-watching and dragging everyone from Fluffy to foodies with glitter nails. They tackle hard-hitting questions like: Is salt a...
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Spit, Sass, and Shenanigans: The ‘Waiting’ Review Nobody Asked For
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In this unfiltered tribute to Ryan Reynolds, bad tipping, and restaurant PTSD, Erin and Dr. Sizzle dive fork-first into the 2005 cult classic Waiting. Expect a full menu of spicy memories—from hungover brunch shifts and cigarette-stained bar sections, to dick games and the myth of “secret sauce.” They dish on: Why 20-something servers are basically feral raccoons with drink tickets The true horror of airplane seat "mystery moisture" The magical powers of the angry waitress smile Why kitchen crews would rather be vulgar than violent (choose your chaos) Stanley Tucci's...
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Ghosts, Parsley, and Passive-Aggressive Paper Towels: A Spiritual Sh*tshow in the Kitchen
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In this supernatural soup of absurdity, Erin, Pants, and Dr. Sizzle take a woo-woo detour into the world of haunted restaurants, ghostly dishwashers, and poltergeist-approved parsley sabotage. From bathroom paper towels that activate themselves mid-pee, to the Great Ghost of Jalapeños who may or may not hate bartenders, this episode has all the vibes of a séance... if the séance was hosted during brunch. You'll hear: A haunted margarita tank room A skeptic slowly unraveling “The Learning Tube” meets “The Paranormal Mop Squad” Why ghosts apparently hate fresh herbs And the...
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The Reunion Tour: Toast Points, Tequila, and Trash Can Turkeys
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In this reunion episode of You're Not Special, the gang's back together—and absolutely nothing (and no one) is safe. Fueled by overpriced tequila and spicy nostalgia, Erin, Dr. Sizzle, and Pants relive their most chaotic restaurant moments, from resurrecting the sacred Learning Tube™ to dodging deranged toast point orders like culinary ninjas. You'll get insider dirt on: A hotly contested Eggs Benedict disaster The mysterious Dick Towel tradition Who really should be banned from brunch forever And the birth of the fake gay metal band: Heavy Bucket of Fruit Also featuring:...
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He Wanted to Ride Me Like a Horse & Other Five-Star Shenanigans
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Grab your wine and clutch your pearls—this episode of You're Not Special is a wild ride through the outrageous (and disturbingly true) world of restaurant horror stories. From entitled grandpas grabbing cheeks to a woman demanding someone microwave her shoes (yes, really), Erin and Dr. Sizzle hold nothing back. We’re talkin’ creepy celebrities, projectile wine glasses, the mysterious case of the water allergy, and one dude who thought using someone’s face as toilet paper was a compliment. Hospitality? More like Hostile-ity. ✨ This episode is messy, unfiltered, and absolutely...
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Toast Points & Trust Falls: Kitchen Chaos, Dirty Jokes, and Restaurant Revelations
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Ever wondered what happens when your whole kitchen crew jumps ship and you’re left with strangers, salad drama, and a black-and-blue mystery steak? Welcome to another wild ride on You're Not Special, where Erin, Dr. Sizzle, and company spill the (wine-soaked) tea on the chaos of restaurant life. They dish on the secret recipe for building trust in high-stress kitchens, the politics of toast points, and why flirting with your sous chef might just be strategic. It's the perfect blend of unfiltered humor, behind-the-scenes antics, and a reminder that in restaurant fams—you're either in the...
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Party Like It’s Your Job… Because It (Almost) Is!
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Some people go to work; others go to party—and somehow, those two things overlap more than you’d think! In this episode, we dive into the wild, the weird, and the why-is-this-even-happening moments that make every event unforgettable (for better or worse). From unexpected VIP encounters to after-hours chaos, get ready for behind-the-scenes stories that prove the real party starts after the party. Grab a drink (or a coffee for recovery) and tune in for the funniest tales from the trenches of event life!
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Oops, I Did It Again... And Other Life Lessons I Should’ve Learned by Now
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Ever found yourself knee-deep in a mess thinking, “Welp, here we go again”? You’re not alone! In this episode, we spill the tea on life’s most ridiculous repeat offenses, the lessons we should’ve learned (but didn’t), and the hilarious misadventures that make us all gloriously human. Buckle up—it’s going to be a laugh-out-loud ride through the chaos of personal growth!
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Locked Up, but Not Shut Up: Hilarious Tales from the Inside
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If you work in this industry, chances are you’ve got at least one story about being arrested or landing in jail—it’s practically a rite of passage! In this laugh-out-loud episode, we dive into the unexpected, the absurd, and the downright hilarious moments of being temporarily detained—literally or metaphorically. From bizarre bunkmates to life lessons you never saw coming, this episode proves that even behind locked doors, the stories (and the jokes) keep coming! Buckle up—this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss!
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Valentine’s Day (Night of the Dueces): Come for the Romance, Stay for the Kitchen Meltdowns
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In this heartwarming (read: chaotic) episode of You're Not Special, Erin, Dr. Sizzle, and the gang serve up a special blend of restaurant industry realness—because nothing says "love" like two-tops, overpriced steak, and a server praying you don’t order toast points. From the nightmares of catering, the horror of last-minute reservations, and why gold-plated silverware won’t save a bad event, this episode has it all. Also featuring: burger slander, space pussy (don’t Google it), and a PSA on why Valentine’s Day breakups belong in the patreon-exclusive drama section. Buckle up,...
info_outlineIn this side-splitting episode of You're Not Special, Erin Lomondjek and Dr. Sizzle dive fork-first into the wild world of catering vs. restaurant life. From juggling tri-tips and salmon for 100+ guests to the audacity of star-shaped butter at weddings, they serve up hilarious anecdotes and spicy industry truths. Whether you’re a holiday host or a wedding guest wondering why your steak wasn’t medium rare, this episode will have you laughing, learning, and maybe questioning your next menu choices. Order up and dig in!