The Dave Chang Show

The Ringer

Dave Chang has a few questions. Besides being the chef of the Momofuku restaurants and the creator and host of Netflix’s 'Ugly Delicious,' Dave is an avid student and fan of sports, music, art, film, and, of course, food. In ranging conversations that cover everything from the creative process to his guest’s guiltiest pleasures, Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.

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Jun 28, 2018 · 41 min
‘Master of None’ Cocreator Alan Yang on Breaking Out of Harvard and Into Comedy | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 10)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by screenwriter and producer Alan Yang to discuss how he transitioned from studying biology into comedy (5:23), making it in Hollywood (20:11), and some fun behind-the-scenes tidbits that 'Parks and Recreation' fans will enjoy (25:23). Stay tuned for part two of the conversation with Alan Yang in two weeks.
Jun 21, 2018 · 57 min
Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 5 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 9)
In this final installment of the pre-opening diaries, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss the restaurant review process (8:15), dealing with poor reviews (28:05), and what to look forward to on the podcast (54:06).
Jun 14, 2018 · 25 min
Dave Chang on Mental Health and Holding on to Hope | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 8)
A brief note on this episode from chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang: "This week on the podcast, I want to open up a little about my own experiences with mental health in the hopes that we can chip away at some of the stigmas around it. I apologize if you’re a regular podcast listener and you find this to be too dark or too self-indulgent, but if it helps any of you feel a little better about seeking help for your own struggles, then it’s worth it."
Jun 7, 2018 · 47 min
Chloe Kim on the Olympics, Korean American Identity, and Supportive Parents | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 7)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim to discuss dealing with heightened pressures at the 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics (2:30), overcoming difficulties growing up as a Korean American athlete (16:12), balancing her snowboarding career with daily life (28:42), and, of course, food (40:05).
Jun 5, 2018 · 7 min
Growing Up With Asian Immigrant Parents | The Dave Chang Show
In this micropod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang previews his interview with Olympic gold-medalist snowboarder Chloe Kim by sharing his experiences playing competitive golf as a child.
May 31, 2018 · 52 min
Helen Rosner on #MeToo in the Culinary World and Her Long Career on the Food Beat | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 6)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with New Yorker food correspondent Helen Rosner to discuss how food journalism has evolved (15:31). They also discuss how sexual misconduct allegations are being handled in the culinary world (27:01). Read Helen's work here.
May 29, 2018 · 31 min
MSG, Korean Food, and Cultural Appropriation | The Dave Chang Show
In this not-so-micro pod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by his producers, Isaac Lee and Aggi Ashagre, to discuss the racist implications behind the public perception of MSG, how Korean cuisine became popular in America, and dealing with cultural appropriation.
May 24, 2018 · 56 min
Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 4 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 5)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss launching the Majordomo restaurant in Los Angeles (3:12), the reasons for its immediate success (20:55), and hit menu items (35:49).
May 17, 2018 · 59 min
Rian Johnson and Karina Longworth on Dealing With Criticism | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 4)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ director Rian Johnson and ‘You Must Remember This’ host Karina Longworth to discuss innovating within the confines of expectation and facing subsequent criticism.
May 14, 2018 · 14 min
Rehashing ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ With Mallory Rubin | The Dave Chang Show
In his first micropod, chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang is joined by The Ringer’s Mallory Rubin to recapitulate their debate over the controversial film ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi.’ Stay tuned for Dave’s interview with ‘Last Jedi’ director Rian Johnson and film critic Karina Longworth later this week.
May 10, 2018 · 1 hr
Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 3 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 3)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss developing unique menu items through test dinners (4:32), utilizing local California ingredients in the dishes (28:50), and accounting for customers’ requests (43:31).
May 3, 2018 · 51 min
Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 2)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss choosing the location for Majordomo in Los Angeles (7:53), planning the numerous facets of the restaurant (22:02), and building the menu through test kitchens (28:14).
Apr 26, 2018 · 47 min
Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 1 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 1)
Chef and Momofuku founder Dave Chang sits down with HBO and The Ringer’s Bill Simmons to discuss the steps leading up to moving to Los Angeles (5:57), using past mistakes as lessons to apply during the Majordomo launch (17:34), and the unique struggles of being a star chef (30:51).
Apr 24, 2018 · 36 sec
Introducing ‘The Dave Chang Show’
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The Dave Chang Show

‘Master of None’ Cocreator Alan Yang on Breaking Out of Harvard and Into Comedy | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 10)

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 5 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 9)

Dave Chang on Mental Health and Holding on to Hope | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 8)

Chloe Kim on the Olympics, Korean American Identity, and Supportive Parents | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 7)

Growing Up With Asian Immigrant Parents | The Dave Chang Show

Helen Rosner on #MeToo in the Culinary World and Her Long Career on the Food Beat | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 6)

MSG, Korean Food, and Cultural Appropriation | The Dave Chang Show

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 4 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 5)

Rian Johnson and Karina Longworth on Dealing With Criticism | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 4)

Rehashing ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’ With Mallory Rubin | The Dave Chang Show

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 3 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 3)

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 2 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 2)

Majordomo Pre-opening Diaries, Vol. 1 | The Dave Chang Show (Ep. 1)

Introducing ‘The Dave Chang Show’