Transplant & The Native

On this week's episode of #StonedAppetit, the guys sit down with Chef Tajahi Cooke, the genius running the Bruto Advocacy Kitchen with Kelly Whitaker. We sit down with Chef Taj to talk about all the things going on in society today, from Covid closing our restaurants to the civil unrest in the streets. And as he said best, what better way to get to know someone, than to sit down and talk over food. "Come have a conversation". We talk about the Ital Dinner Series he's been hosting (two more dates in October, check Brutos website for tickets), the chefs he has coming in to the advocacy kitchen to spread a little love, and how we can help our local farmers in a time when they're being hit as hard as the restaurant industry. In addition to talking farming, we talk growing herb in Jamaica, how he found himself working in a kitchen after tour-managing Rasta bands & then we ask him for some of his favorite spots to hit in Denver, on the rare off-day he gets to spend with his wife. Tune in for a fantastic episode

Veritas Fine Cannabis Co-Founder Mike Liebowitz and Marketing Manager John Spatafora (sp) join me on the podcast to talk about their Luxury Cannabis operation. We talk about how Veritas got started, how they’ve grown their brand, company, and what they have planned for the future. Why they were voted a top cannabis grower in Colorado, how they got involved with the Cookies Enterprise out of California, and what the dumbest name for a strain of weed is. In addition to the biz conversation, we also talk deadly hypotheticals and weird porn scenarios with cartoon characters… Absolutely great group of cats working in their cannafamily with 150+ passionate people who care for cannabis and their company, as I saw first hand. It really was a hilarious and informative episode.. If you like the episode, please hit that subscribe button and throw us a review (don’t be shy to make it 5 stars).

On this week’s episode, we throw it back to an episode we did back in March, with Drew Watson, Founder of @hopsandpiedenver and @berkeleydonuts…We recorded this right as there were launching the Berkeley Donut concept, and we hadn’t released it cuz the world ended the following week.. Anyways, we talk to Drew about how he & Leah opened up Hops N Pie after tiring out of the fine-dining scene in Cali.. and after all that positive talk promoting the restaurant, Kip railroaded the episode by hijacking conversations and making it all about nostalgic movies. If you like Ace Ventura, Waynes World, Dumb & Dumber and those type flicks… THEN THIS IS THE EPISODE FOR YOU! Don’t forget @berkeleydonuts open Wed-Sun, from 7 to sell out. GET OVER THERE!!! Check it out! Link in our bio takes ya to the website, but you can listen wherever you usually tune in (iTunes, Spotify, Spreaker, Overcast, GooglePlay, iHeartradio, your mom’s AM radio) #StonedAppetit #Denver #Colorado #StonerNation #MMJ #Weed #StonerPodcast #Denve

On the first episode of the second season, Kip & CB sit down with the man, the myth, the legend: RIcardo Baca. Ricardo is a native to CO, and a long time activist of fighting the good fight, and standing up against the powers that be. We talk with Ricardo about his tenure with the Denver Post, the growing cannabis industry, and his new agency The Grasslands Company, which helps companies in MMJ & MMJ-adjacent industries reach their potential. In addition to cannabis talk, we talk the powers of voting, stories of working with our senators, legislators and communities, and then we dive into our usual tomfoolery. Stupid questions and comments abound, Kip railroading conversations & rambling, and tangents as far as the eye can see... THE BOYS ARE BACK. NEXT WEEK'S GUEST IS BERKELEY DONUTS/HOPs N PIE OWNER ON THE NEW SEASON OF STONED APPETIT!!! LETS PARTY

On this week's episode of #QuarantineChronicles, Kip sat down with friend of the program David Ruin, who runs the Denver foodie account @MileHighBites.. Kip & David start the party talking about David's side gig, working with the Denver Food scene to help spread the good word of local restauranteurs. Growing up a son of a chef, he actually gets to use the term foodie how he pleases.. and after talking about growing up in Colorado, we discuss staying for college only to have graduation taken by COVID. How college goes during a quarantine, and what shows and hobbies he's using to keep himself busy in the spare time... This kid is a genius and is going to do big things in this world. We had a good time goofing off, getting tips on new shows, and what his plans are after college. Tune in to a great episode from the eyes of a youngster.. and don't forget to subscribe/rate/review if you dig the podcast! Congrats David on your graduation, brother!

We have a new episode (and last of the week) of #QuarantineChronicles... on this episode Kip sits down with Scott, Dustin & Ethan from @LunchesForClinicians.. these cats decided to use this quarantine and their spare time to find a way to help the community. We talk about how the guys became friends, how they came up with the ideas, all the cities around the country participating.. and the hilarious BETS they're making with one another to help generate some buzz, fun & fundraising.. if you want to donate to your local cause, check out @LunchesForClinicians on Instagram or Facebook... and you can donate via their gofundme on our social media pages (and theirs). Tune In, Tell A Friend, and Buy a lunch for a healthcare worker near you!

On today's episode of #QuarantineChronicles we sit down with JBF nominated chef, Kelly Whitaker, to talk about how the pandemic has hit his team & restaurants. Just 6 months after getting the nod from Bon Appetit as one of the Top 10 Hottest restaurants in the country, Kelly has had to shut his doors to Wolfs Tailor, Basta (Boulder) & Bruto... while only being able to serve his friends, family & patrons with weekly pop ups in Boulder. Kelly has in turn focused all his resources to help the first responders and healthcare staffs, who are working tirelessly to #flattenthecurve... in addition to talking about the pandemic, we just shoot the shit about our usual nonsense.. great snacks, free time, haircuts.. etc. Great episode with a top tier chef & friend. Tune in, tell a friend & PLEASE support your local restaurants! They need us more now than ever. Cheers.

On today's episode of #QuarantineChronicles brought to you by Stoned Appetit, we jump on a zoom with Chef Alon Shaya of Safta & Saba restaurant. Chef is currently working from his home in NOLA and called in to talk about the current situations in both of his cities. Sadly, with the recent pandemic, he has closed his operations in New Orleans, but is doing his part to keep people fed on dank eats. His Denver family is still doing takeout & delivery, and we dive in to their new logistics and plans to keep our city & us, fed. Chef is a good friend of ours, and we send our love to he & Emily as they continue to fight the pandemic head on, in the southern epicenter. Tune In, Tell A Friend, Buy a giftcard & please wash your damn hands

On today's episode of #QuarantineChronicles by Stoned Appetit is a great one. We sit down with Chef Mario Vega of Lakehouse Tavern & Kitchen in Littleton. Mario & his team opened their digs in January right before the pandemic landed in the states. We talk about the crazy circumstances, pivoting his original business model to a takeout & drive thru spot, and his excellent fried chicken. This restaurant will do very very well, as soon as we're allowed to be outside again. Listen to Mario's story, try out his new spot & dank eats, and don't forget.. wash your hands you filthy fucking animals.

On today's episode of Stoned Appetit's #QuarantineChronicles Kip sits down with Chef Paul Reilly while he is in the middle of baking bread. Light hearted, fun, insightful.. see how chefs who have had to close the kitchen, are coping thru this pandemic... The guys chat it up over casual stupidity, talking about life, food & the new thing we call the norm. We talk about his restaurants, Coperta and Beast N Bottle, both are dank italian food located in Uptown Denver. Then they talk about expectations vs this new reality.. and also dabble in Paul's new hobby, WRITING. Tune in, tell a friend & if you wouldn't mind, please rate and review (kindly) the podcast on your streaming service

On today's episode of #QuarantineChronicles, we jump on Zoom to chat with Chef & Proprietor Caroline Glover, to discuss how the pandemic has effected not only her digs, but their whole food hall. We talk with Caroline about the pivot from dine-in to takeout. We talk about how Stanley Market was on the forefront of proactive planning... and how to navigate the uncertain times and ever changing laws. Caroline & team have set up a drive-thru pick up spot available by calling in before your order, or ordering once you get to the parking lot. They have changed up the menu, added their city-famous burger & other additions that are fan favorites. Call in delicious meal, but not before you finish this episode of Quarantine Chronicles! Stay safe & wash your damn hands, people

On today's episode of #QuarantineChronicles, we sit down with italian chef Andrea Frizzi to talk about the recent situations in our community. Frizzi owns il Posto italian & Vero pizza both located in the RiNo neighborhood in Denver. We chop it up about getting sauced at home, how we can help the small businesses out & the new amendments that have allowed IP to sell booze too. Frizzi is a dear friend with an unbelievable outgoing personality and infectious zest for life. We could all learn a thing or two from his positive outlook. Support small businesses & those in your neighborhoods!

On our new episode, in our new series.. we will be speaking (virtually) with our friends in the restaurant industry across the Denver metro area. Our first guest, JBF semi-finalist Chef Tommy Lee, proprietor of Hop Alley Restaurants and the two dankest ramen digs in town, Uncle Restaurant. We talk with Tommy about how the citywide shut down has effected business, how his team is making a pivot to help serve the Denver community with take out & delivery, and if this model is sustainable going forward. After the restaurant rundown, we talk it up about best ways to kill time in Quarantine, what shows he's caught up on with his free time, and the other restaurants he supports when he's not in his kitchen helping support us! Tune in, tell a friend & support local restaurants!! They need our help now, more than ever.

On this week's episode, we're back from the week of nightmare last week that caused the states to shut down (IF YOU'RE OUR PARENTS, DON'T LISTEN THIS WEEK) . We talk about how the quarantine has effected our local businesses, and give a lil insight into what we've been eating & watching while at home. Chris announces his new #SundaySupper segment and it's gonna be awesome (Allison Roman will love us) The second half the episode we call in to the guys of @Thursday.Lines to see how they're handling being stuck inside in NYC. We talk about how their account came to fruition, how they assembled the all star squad of Big Apple partiers and how they come up with the videos & inspiration. In addition to hearing their back story, we ask em about NYC quarantine scene & situation, and we ask them the regular questions of Stoned Appetit. These guys are fun as shit, and I plan on hanging out with them when we're back in NY in August. Tune In, Tell a friend & wash your god damn hands. you filthy animals. #

NEW EPISODE DROPPED EARLY! This week we sat down with Doug Smith, leader of the @WhiskiesOfTheWorld Tour to talk about their upcoming event in Denver. This Friday (3/13), 20+ local and global whiskey companies drop in to #Denver to impart some knowledge on our liquor loving community. Kip & Doug chat it up for 30-45 minutes about everything from expectations for the tour to the best way to consume your hooch. To wrap we had a great MFK session with some big name boozes.. real good time & great guest but will be even better weekend ahead. Buy tickets at whiskiesoftheworld.com. Cheers

Chris is back from injury!!! On this week's episode of Stoned Appetit, we trekked up to the burbs of North Denver to "Smoke the good stuff" with the founders of Sugarfire Smokehouse. The gang sat down with Chad & Jamie and their team. We shot the shit about slinging meat, how they got in the business and then the usual debauchery. These guys were an absolute hoot as we talked how they created the menu (highlighting the best of the BBQ genres around the country) and their history in the industry. After we talk all things Que, we dive into some hard hitting questions like what the CO food scene is missing, how the barbecue scene is portrayed by outsiders and then our usuals like Answer The Internet style questions, and their favorite Denver (Boulder too) dives. Great guests, delicious snacks and fantastic episode.

On this week's episode of Stoned Appetit, we reached out to Chef Drake Leonards in Houston TX, who is teaming up with Denver native, Chef Troy Guard to throw Denver's BEST Mardi Gras Party. We talk about our upbringings, where Drake grew up in West Louisiana in Eunice, LA. The conversation dives right in to the dirty dirty, talking food scene in Houston.. then we discuss growing up in the Boot, his move to Houston to open his cajun-styled restaurant & then we dive into the party next week. CALLING ALL CAJUNS & CAJUN LOVERS, THIS EPISODE & PARTY WILL BE DIVINE. Buy tickets at nightout.com for "Mardi Gras Denver" and we'll see you in RiNo next week!

On this week's episode of Stoned Appetit, the gang sit down with Chef Jeff Osaka. Chef is known for his loyalty to growing the Denver food scene, and his success in the hospitality industry with like 7 locations around the metro area. We chat with Chef about his upbringing, how he found his way to the culinary arts (busting his ass), and how he came to call Colorado home. In additions to discussing the journey, we also chat about his upcoming fundraiser, Great Chefs of the West, that benefits the Kidney Organization. (you can get tickets at www.kidney.org or use google-dont be an idiot). We ask chef the gauntlet of questions, and get his secret on his favorite spots in town. We have sleepers!!! Tune in for a great conversation, a quick synopsis of what happened to Chris's arm, and of course what is to come for Chef Osaka and their restaurant group.

On this episode of Stoned Appetit, Bama was busy with work so Kip sat down with friend of the program and all around badass, RC Carter, Head Rancher @ Carter Country Meats in Ten Sleep Wyoming. Kip & RC sit down to talk about his ranching family and business. They discuss the climate of the agriculture and beef communities, global issues & environmental effects, and dick around talking about how 3 boys can be hell for parents (Sorry Mom)... In addition to the real talk about cattle & how you can join their beef-program (visit their website for details), we do another round of Rapid Fire & Asking the Internet. Tune In, Subscribe, Rate & Review... also check us out on Podchaser.. the IMDB for Podcasts.

On this week's episode of #StonedAppetit presented by @LiveNationCO, the gang sit down with the founders of @IndiCard & @OnTheHouse Apps to talk about their rise to prominence. This episode was very much like looking into the mirror. We had a blast goofing off with Myles & Braden, talking about how they came up with the concept(s) & made it come to fruition. Outside of busting each other's balls, we dive into why foodies & followers should download the apps, perks of signing up & all the companies available in our market... Also, In addition to our regular segments of Rapid Fire & Denver Dives, we steal the schtick's from KFC Radio about "Answering the Internet" most contentious conversations... Hilarious answers, good times, and can't wait to have em back! Download "On The House" from iTunes or Google Play, and start saving when going out!