In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso and guest chef, Michael Thrash, CEC, CCA, CCE, AAC, introduce the ACF 2026 Trends Report, sharing all the trending topics ACF will be featuring this upcoming year and discussing their rise to popularity.

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso chats with Certified Master Chef, Shawn Loving, about holiday traditions and how his career has impacted his outlook on keeping and passing on traditions through cooking.

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with the Chair of the ACFEF Apprenticeship Committee, Chef Chrystal Tatum, CEC, as well as ACF's Program Manger of Continuing Education, Kivi Hermans, about ACF's newly updated apprenticeship program created in partnership with Rouxbe.

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.

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.

In this episode, guest podcast host Guy Winks sits down with the 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 task force.

In this episode, podcast host Rocco Paradiso speaks with Chef Vanessa Marquis as they share a thoughtful discussion on the ongoing Chef and Child Initiative and what chefs can do to get involved in Childhood Nutrition Day and International Chefs Day this October.

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.