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Aug 26

How One Japanese Entrepreneur Built a Food Business in America

In this episode of The Spoon Podcast, Mike talks with Yuta Katsuyama, co-founder of Chicago-based Onigiri Kororin, about his journey from Japan to building an onigiri business in the U.S. They discuss how a graduate school project turned into a startup, the years of experimentation it took to find the right business model, why calling onigiri a “sushi sandwich” helped win over American retailers, and how frozen onigiri could help the company expand beyond Chicago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/13/2025

S1EP1: Life goes by too f**king fast, it really does

The first episode has dropped! In this episode of The Chair Company Files podcast, Mike and Carlos talk about the characters, the scenes, what clues have been dropped about the conspiracy that is The Chair Company, as well as where we think this thing is all going. Join us!
11/04/2025

S1 EP4: Bahld Harmon (Also: Is Ron Really Crazy?)

In this episode of The Chair Company Files, Mike and Carlos unpack Episode 4’s big swing: flashbacks that deepen Ron’s backstory and sharpen the show’s blend of comedy, horror, and suburban dread. They debate whether Ron’s unraveling is a Fight Club–style delusion or a real conspiracy, and dig into themes of authenticity, fractured modern systems, and male identity anxiety. The conversation hits family dynamics (Barb and Natalie’s “I love you, I trust you, I got you” mantra), weird identity mix-ups (modeling calls, eBay guy), and whether this episode is this season's biggest turning point.
10/29/2025

S1 EP3: You Put a Little Guy in My Closet?

In this episode, Mike and Carlos break down the most surreal episode yet, where Ron discovers a tiny, drunk man hiding in his closet and falls deeper into a growing conspiracy that now involves a shell company called Red Ball Market Global. They also explore the show’s emerging themes such as disillusionment with modern systems, the absence of corporate authenticity, and continued homages to David Lynch and classic horror tropes.
10/20/2025

S1 EP2: New Blood: There's 5 Rons Now

Mike and Carlos go over episode 2 of The Chair Company. We break down all the scenes, David Lynch influences are discussed, and a conspiracy about what's really going on.
05/01/2025

The Role of Private Capital in Sustainable Timberland & Land Management

Jessamine Fitzpatrick, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Alder Point Capital Management, unpacks the role of private capital in financing food system transformation. From regenerative ag to sustainable timberland, Jessamine shares how place-based investment can drive impact across climate, water, biodiversity, and rural economies—while delivering strong financial returns.
12/24/2025

Joseph Tudisco (aka Mike Santini) Visits The Podcast!

In this special episode of The Chair Company Files, Mike and Carlos sit down with Joseph Tudisco, the actor behind the unforgettable and one-of-a-kind Mike Santini. Tudisco discusses his decades-long acting journey, from day parts on The Sopranos and Blue Bloods to becoming a breakout fan favorite as a costar in The Chair Company. Joseph talks about auditioning for the part, developing chemistry with Tim Robinson, and his feelings about the show getting renewed for season 2. It's a fun conversation, so enjoy!
07/08/2022

#133: Talking Restaurant Tech With Reforming Retail's Jordan Thaeler

Jordan Thaeler doesn't mince words when it comes to the business of restaurant and retail technology business. Anyone who reads Thaeler's Reforming Retail, which he does in addition to running a retail payments analytics and consulting business, knows that Thaeler likes to break down the cost economics and associated business models of some of the biggest names in restaurant tech. In this episode of The Spoon Podcast, we talk about: -The overall restaurant tech market space and why there aren't more publicly traded companies in this market -How point of sale is still the focus and starting point for the digital transition for many restaurants -The ghost kitchen and virtual brand space -Jack Dorsey's fixation with crypto and the potential impact of Web3/crypto on restaurants -Lots more! You can find more Spoon Podcasts at www.thespoon.tech via Knit Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Pam Marrone Interview

Pam Marrone Interview
12/02/2025

S1 EP8: Minnie Mouse coming back wasn't on my bingo card

Season 1's final episode delivers lots of surprises, ties up loose threads, and sets up what may be an even bigger mystery to tackle next season. After a Vince Gilligan-esque cold open, Ron attempts to restore normalcy at home and figure out where his career is going, only to have things unravel further as he confronts new clues, strained relationships, and a desire to reveal all to family and the local paper. A surreal encounter with Baby's owner and a shocking reveal from the masked stalker push Ron to the edge, culminating in a final shot that makes us wonder where this whole thing is going in season 2.

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