Dive into the culinary world with Chef Nick Zocco, the James Beard Award Finalist in 2024 and Semi-Finalist in 2025 who conquered Bobby Flay and is revolutionizing Salt Lake City's dining scene! We chat would the journey of Chef Nick who transformed from a small-town cook to an award-winning culinary innovator.

Chef Nick Zocco shares his incredible journey from watching cooking shows as a child to becoming the Executive Chef at Urban Hill. Learn how he navigated the intense restaurant industry, beat Bobby Flay during a Beat Bobby Flay Episode, and became a driving force in Utah's evolving culinary landscape.

Highlights:

• The critical importance of cross-training and skill development in professional kitchens

• Overcoming challenges in the restaurant industry, including mental health and work-life balance

• How collaboration and community building are transforming the local dining scene

• Navigating career growth from line cook to executive chef

Drop a comment below and tell us your biggest takeaway from Chef Nick's incredible story! Like this video, subscribe to our channel, and hit the notification bell to stay inspired by amazing culinary journeys.

About the Guest: Chef Nick Zocco is the Executive Chef at Urban Hill, a 2024/25 James Beard Award Semi-Finalist, and Utah Restaurant Association's 2025 Chef of the Year. With a background spanning from Santa Fe to Las Vegas, he's now a key innovator in Salt Lake City's dining scene.

Contact Chef Nick: https://www.instagram.com/chefnick.zocco/

https://www.urban-hill.com/

#ExecutiveChef #UrbanHill #ChefNickZocco #Foodie #SLC #W2GS

Other Mentions:

Chef Nick's Episode on beating Bobby Flay: https://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/beat-bobby-flay/episodes/is-it-getting-chile-in-here & Check out Beat Bobby Flay on Hulu & Amazon Prime

Chef David Walzog: https://www.youtube.com/@thechefswarehouse/

Yan Can Cook: @ChefMartinYan

Great Chefs: @GreatChefs

NY Restaurant - Emilios Ballato https://www.emiliosballato.com/

@FoodNetwork Let's Get Chef Nick on Chopped!!

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Ever wondered what it's like to save lives flying 140 miles per hour in the sky? Join us as Megan Ames, a seasoned Life Flight Nurse, reveals the heart pounding world of emergency medical transport and the incredible skills required to keep patients alive during critical moments.

Megan takes us behind the scenes of life flight nursing, sharing insights into the most demanding and rewarding medical profession you've never heard about. From inter-facility transports to mountain rescues, she breaks down the complex world of emergency medical aviation and the critical care skills that make life saving differences.

Highlights:

• Life Flight nurses cover 90% inter-facility transports, not just dramatic accident scenes

• Requires minimum 3 years ICU or ER experience before qualifying

• Carries specialized medical equipment to function as a "flying ICU"

• Transports patients across multiple states and even internationally

• Unique canine transport program helps support working police and rescue dogs

Drop a comment below and tell us: What surprised you most about life flight nursing?

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About Megan: A dedicated Life Flight Nurse with Intermountain Healthcare, Megan brings over a decade of critical care experience and a passion for high-stakes medical transport. Her expertise spans adult medical transport, specialized patient care, and innovative medical aviation programs.

This video is NOT sponsored by Intermountain Health. But incase you want to contact Intermountain Health:

- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intermountain/

- YouTube: @intermountainhealth

#LifeFlightNursing #EmergencyMedical #NursingCareers #MedicalAviation

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to make your own beer or even how to do that for a living? Dive into the fascinating world of brewing with Clay Turnbow, head brewer at Epic Brewing, as he reveals his unexpected journey from FedEx driver to head brew master. Discover the intricate science, creativity, and passion behind brewing that most people never see, we talk about real advice, challenges, and even basics of crafting beer!

Clay Turnbow takes us behind the scenes of craft brewing, sharing his remarkable career transformation and the complex art of creating exceptional beer. From home brewing experiments to becoming the head brewer at Epic Brewing, Clay unpacks the technical skills, management challenges, and creative process that define modern craft brewing. Learn how brewers navigate everything from recipe development to packaging, and gain insights into the unique culture of the brewing industry.

Highlights:

- The surprising science behind beer-making

- How professional brewers transform simple ingredients into complex flavor profiles

- Why creativity extends far beyond just mixing ingredients

- Managing people and equipment is crucial to brewing success

- The unexpected challenges of turning a passion into a professional career, including maintaining a healthy relationship with alcohol

- How craft breweries collaborate rather than compete, creating a unique industry culture of support and friendship

- The intricate process of developing new products, from initial inspiration to final packaging

Drop a comment below and tell us: What surprised you most about the world of craft brewing? Don't forget to like this video and subscribe to our channel for more behind-the-scenes industry insights!

About Clay Turnbow: Head Brewer at Epic Brewing, Clay is a passionate craft beer professional who transformed his home brewing hobby into a successful career. With over a decade of experience, he specializes in recipe development, brewing innovation, and creating unique beer experiences.

#CraftBrewing #BeerMaking #BehindTheScenes #CraftBeerIndustry #BrewingScience #EpicBrewery