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The Dave Chang Show

by The Ringer · English · Food & Cooking

Chef Dave Chang on food, cooking, restaurants and culture — conversations about eating well and building something in the culinary world.

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 51 min
Latest: 8 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 13 minNew

The Next Big Sport with Bryan Curtis and Tate Frazier

Dave made some Korean fried chicken for The Ringer's Bryan Curtis and Tate Frazier, as well as Chris Ying, so it's time to talk sports. But not the usual sports. After discussing what makes a sport a possibility to be a global phenomenon, the four get into a bracket to find which sport might just be the next big thing...and they come up with a new sport that may beat them all. Check out Bryan's newsletter 'Now They Tell Us': https://bryancurtis.substack.com/Get more of Bryan on the The Press Box podcast: https://www.theringer.com/podcasts/the-press-boxGet more of Tate on the Ringer Tailgate…

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5 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

Are Grudges and Rivalries...Secret Innovators?

Dave cooks a dish best served hot, Nashville hot chicken, while discussing a dish best served cold...REVENGE. Grudges, rivalries, and some good old-fashioned grievances are talked about in this episode, from how they help us innovate to how long they should last. Also talked about in this episode? Who won the East Coast versus West Coast rap beef, the greatest revenge ever inflicted upon Dave, and how to let anger go. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what…
1 Oct 2026 · 1 hr 27 min

Death, the Best Reason to Live

On today's episode, Dave serves jeon while the discussion centers around an inappropriate dinner topic: death. After a My Opinion is Fact discussing that we need to think about death more, the existence of ghosts, and the greatest obituary Dave has ever read, Dave and Chris talk about death with guests. Calling your friends is discussed, what you can find at an estate sale is revealed, and a rebrand for death doulas is pitched. Read John Fairfax's incredible obituary: https://www.nytimes.com/2012/02/19/us/john-fairfax-who-rowed-across-oceans-dies-at-74.htmlFor your chance to sit at our…
28 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 11 min

The Best and Worst Ways to Get Around: On Transportation

"Why don't we have flying cars yet? Dave makes his version of the Costco chicken bake for Chris and two guests while they talk about transportation. From their least favorite forms to the ones that are actually scary, the four bring up some pertinent points about how we move from place to place, and what it might look like in the future. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
24 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 18 min

Hunting Your Own Meat, Jerky, and Octopi are Aliens

Have you ever hunted for your own meat? Maybe you should. Dave serves Chris Ying and two guests some Southeast Asian-inspired pork jerky. They talk about hunting, why Dave and Chris are eating less octopus, and the ever-discussed Second Amendment. Also: are eels snakes?For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 10 min

Is Optimization...a Bad Thing?

We might be over-optimizing. Dave makes sujebi, hand-torn noodles, for Chris Ying and two guests, and they discuss the potential damage being done by making everything easier. Does suffering build character? Is the journey more important than the destination? Only one way to find out...do the work, take a listen, and don't skip to the end for a summary!For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
17 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 25 min

Don't Call it a Crisis: Reaching Midlife Clarity

Dave is turning 50, and a midlife crisis is just around the corner. He makes budae-jjigae for Chris Ying and two guests who have undergone some major life changes...and maybe not only when they hit midlife. The four discuss times in life when you have to make a change, why it should maybe be called 'clarity' and not 'crisis', and even discuss getting a motorcycle license - but not getting a motorcycle.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what…
14 Sep 2026 · 39 min

More Money, More Inappropriate Dinner Conversation Pt. 2

Dave and Chris had so much to talk about with our guests that they needed a part two...They talk about why money is so difficult to talk about, as well as field a pitch for a global salary cap, and finally, they wonder how much money would need to be offered to make Chris Ying celibate.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10 Sep 2026 · 54 min

More Money, More Inappropriate Dinner Conversation

Dave makes million-dollar-bacon BLTs before Dave and Chris go through a money-themed MOIF, which reveals some wild secrets from Dave's childhood. Then, they start getting into that ever-uncomfortable topic with two dining guests: money.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get.Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/CHANG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 23 min

Money and Gambling It Away with Joe House and Cousin Sal

Dave makes spicy pork burgers for his friends Chris Ying, Joe House, and Cousin Sal. While they indulge, they talk about that taboo subject of money, and, of course, get into some MOIFs and debates about gambling too. They also discuss the price they'd need to truly be the masters of their domains.Check out the Ringer Wise Guys to hear more from Sal and Joe: https://www.theringer.com/podcasts/the-ringer-gambling-showListen to this trio on the Bill Simmons podcast after a wild Vegas night years ago: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VpBVx9gHjsFPXvgKzWtNt?si=goTk7N8OR32WKcFfOZWJAgFor your…
31 Aug 2026 · 59 min

And They Were Roommates...

Dave cooks up some carbonara for Chris Ying and his guests, a couple of roommates and partners, Baldwin and Amanda. They talk about bad roommates they've had, the rules of being a roommate, and, most importantly, who cleans the bathroom. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 14 min

Are Pajama Wearers or Naked Sleepers the Weird Ones?

Dave makes his version of fideos and talks all things sleep with Chris Ying and his guests Jamie and Dustin. After a MOIF, they answer questions like: Do you sleep naked or with pajamas? What's your bedtime routine? Dustin uses WHAT as a pillow? Dave also pitches his idea for sleep clinics where they give you a good night's sleep...and tries to bring up Ying's CPAP machine as much as possible.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get.…
24 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 9 min

Cheating VS Innovating: The Fine Line

Dave "makes" an ice-cold pasta dish for two guests, Steven and Raihan, before diving into what is cheating and what isn't. They talk about whether cheating is inherently bad, the greatest cheaters of all time, and what the new name for cheating should be. From relationships to board games, no cheating is safe in this episode... and Chris Ying reveals a deep secret from his past.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about…
20 Aug 2026 · 52 min

Is Going to College Worth It?

Dave makes dosirak, a Korean lunch meal, and talks about college with Chris Ying and guests Steve and Allen, one of whom went, and one who didn't. Is it worth going to? What would you have done differently if you went back to being 18 years old? What will it look like in the future? They talk about all of this and more, with some MOIFs about college cafeterias and wearing college gear.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn…
17 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 2 min

Bathing Suits are Underwear, Air Conditioning is Necessary, and Other Heat Wave Debates

On this hot day, Dave and Producer David are joined with Jeff, Hui, and Kylon at the counter for some...hot soup? Dave explains why he likes to fight fire with fire, the group debates if ice cream is really what you want on a hot day, and some other big heat wave topics are discussed, and answers landed on.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 Aug 2026 · 22 min

Do You Wash Your Feet in the Shower?

Dave and Chris talk and laugh with Andrew, a comedy writer, while hearing some great stories: from new lessons about washing feet to getting a "bravo!" to a tryst in a cat shelter. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10 Aug 2026 · 30 min

Super Bowl Pressure and Football Hygiene Habits with Kyle Van Noy

Dave feeds two-time Super Bowl champion Kyle Van Noy, who talks about handling pressure on the biggest stages, what it's like in an NFL locker room from a hygiene perspective, and his own personal secret to keep bad odor away.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get.Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/CHANG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 Aug 2026 · 37 min

Handling Life's Pressures: Work Pressure, Peer Pressure, and Pressure from Yourself

Dave serves a refreshing melon salad to guests while discussing high-pressure situations, peer pressure, and advice for younger selves on how to handle the pressure of asking someone out. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Aug 2026 · 51 min

How Bad Must Everything Have Smelled 250 Years Ago?

Dave serves old-fashioned spoonbread and talks to guests about what life must have been like 250 years ago, leading to discussions about personal hygiene, when to move out, and whether dating and sex might actually have better back then. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get.Watch The American Experiment on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81930567 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
30 Jul 2026 · 14 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: How to Handle Picky-Eating Children

Dave meets someone who worked at an iconic restaurant, but in an unusual way...they also talk about picky eaters, and how being a parent can involve some bribery.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 Jul 2026 · 17 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: TV is the New Books?

Dave talks with content creator Ronit Halmos and finds out how online restaurant reviews work, and that while some old habits are back again, some are really gone. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. Learn more about Ronit: https://www.instagram.com/roniteatsssssLearn more about Hanbat Sul Lung Tang: https://hanbatsullungtang.net/Learn more about Providence: https://providencela.com/With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
27 Jul 2026 · 13 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: To Chase Money or To Chase Happiness

Dave serves noodles and hears what it is like to work in an emergency room and the skills that might be useful in both the ER and a kitchen job.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
23 Jul 2026 · 13 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: Knowing When to Move On

Dave makes ginger-scallion noodles and talks about competition amongst partners, as well as when and how to move on from a project. For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16 Jul 2026 · 44 min

How Long Would You Wait for Your Spouse to Come Home?

Dave serves Greek-inspired food and asks Odyssey-inspired questions: what you would like to forget, what lies you've told, and more.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get.Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE at https://ziprecruiter.com/CHANG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 Jul 2026 · 12 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: Your Dad Will Be Mad Either Way

Dave serves a guest who has questions about dealing with her dad on the future of the family business.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 Jul 2026 · 40 min

How Patriotic Are You?

Dave makes coleslaw and hot dogs his way while talking to guests about feeling patriotic, fashion choices as you get older, and playing with fireworks.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 Jul 2026 · 11 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: Bad Things People Do in Saunas

Dave's guest is angry about sauna etiquette.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and a little about yourself. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2 Jul 2026 · 11 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: What if Ed Sheeran Was in a Ska Band?

Dave talks with a guest who is in a ska band and whose bandmates aren't sure Ed Sheeran is "their sound."For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and something that you'd like to discuss with Dave. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29 Jun 2026 · 12 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: The Guy Afraid of Nothing...Except Disappointing His Friends

Dave advises a guest on their worries that their friends will be disappointed if he tries something new.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, and something that you'd like to discuss with Dave. With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 Jun 2026 · 11 min

Noodle Shop Shorts: Are You Too Old to Wear Japanese Denim?

Dave feeds a guest who works at the local fancy denim store, and Dave wonders if he is cool enough to wear Japanese denim.For your chance to sit at our counter in Los Angeles, write us at tickets@majordomomedia.com with your name, social media handle, something on your mind that you'd like to discuss with Dave, and any other pertinent details. Learn more about 3sixteen: https://www.3sixteen.com/With Vrbo, what you book is what you get. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

About The Dave Chang Show

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.

The Dave Chang Show is a English food & cooking podcast from The Ringer. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: The Ringer
Language: English
Category: Food & Cooking
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 51 min
Latest episode: 8 Oct 2026
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Website: theringer.com/the-dave-chang-show

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