Andrew Zimmern: Sobriety, Storytelling, and the Power of Food
On episode 14 of In The Weeds, we sit down with the legendary Andrew Zimmern—chef, storyteller, and the man who introduced the world to bizarre foods. But this conversation goes much deeper than what’s on the plate.Andrew opens up about his battle with addiction, his journey to sobriety, and how those struggles shaped his career. He reflects on his friendship with Anthony Bourdain, sharing personal stories and insights about the man behind the legend. We also dive into his passion for storytelling and why food is one of the most powerful tools for connection and change.From the state of the industry to sustainability, from resilience to redemption, this episode is packed with the kind of real talk that defines In The Weeds. Whether you're in the trenches of service or just love a good story, you won’t want to miss this one.Andrew Zimmern is an Emmy-winning and four-time James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, writer and passionate global citizen. As the creator, executive producer and host of the Bizarre Foods franchise, Andrew Zimmern’sDriven by Food, MSNBC’s What’s Eating America, the Emmy-nominated Family Dinner, Outdoor Channel’s Wild Game Kitchen and Field to Fire, and the Emmy-winning The Zimmern List, he has devoted his life to exploring and promoting cultural acceptance, tolerance and understanding through food.
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