Snack Hacker George Egg & Lagom Chef Martyn Odell on food waste, their podcast 'Stuffed' and snack hacking episode artwork

EPISODE · Apr 15, 2025 · 56 MIN

Snack Hacker George Egg & Lagom Chef Martyn Odell on food waste, their podcast 'Stuffed' and snack hacking

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Join host Samuel Goldsmith as he dives into food hacks, cooking disasters, and food waste with Snack Hacker George Egg and Lagom Chef Martyn Odell. Get an inside look at their creative cooking techniques, surprising kitchen mishaps, and the dishes that keep them inspired. From guilty pleasures to all-time favourite meals, they’ll share the flavours that shaped their culinary journeys. Plus, hear the fascinating story behind their hit podcast Stuffed. George is a comedian and cook known for his sell-out anarchic theatre shows and the hit online series Snack Hacker, where he shares inventive recipes and food hacks. With over 70 episodes and 7 million views, his creative cooking has captivated audiences. He’s appeared on Elis James and John Robins Show (BBC5 Live), Loose Ends (BBC Radio 4), Steph’s Packed Lunch, and Bake Off: An Extra Slice (Channel 4). Snack Hacker proves that anyone can cook—by combining unexpected ingredients, experimenting fearlessly, and making cooking fun, accessible, and creative. Martyn Odell has been a chef since he was 15, working across restaurants, street food, cookery schools, and recipe development. After enduring long shifts and intense kitchens, he now shares his knowledge through chaotic yet educational cooking videos, making food exciting while breaking down misconceptions about food waste. Believing in simplicity, his mantra is: Eat the food you buy, and you create no waste. His goal is to inspire others to cook with confidence, embrace their tastes, and enjoy food without overthinking it. Subscribers to the Good Food app via App Store get access to the show ad-free, and with regular bonus content such as interviews recorded at the good food show. To get started, download the Good Food app today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join host Samuel Goldsmith as he dives into food hacks, cooking disasters, and food waste with Snack Hacker George Egg and Lagom Chef Martyn Odell. Get an inside look at their creative cooking techniques, surprising kitchen mishaps, and the dishes that keep them inspired. From guilty pleasures to all-time favourite meals, they’ll share the flavours that shaped their culinary journeys. Plus, hear the fascinating story behind their hit podcast Stuffed. George is a comedian and cook known for his sell-out anarchic theatre shows and the hit online series Snack Hacker, where he shares inventive recipes and food hacks. With over 70 episodes and 7 million views, his creative cooking has captivated audiences. He’s appeared on Elis James and John Robins Show (BBC5 Live), Loose Ends (BBC Radio 4), Steph’s Packed Lunch, and Bake Off: An Extra Slice (Channel 4). Snack Hacker proves that anyone can cook—by combining unexpected ingredients, experimenting fearlessly, and making cooking fun, accessible, and creative. Martyn Odell has been a chef since he was 15, working across restaurants, street food, cookery schools, and recipe development. After enduring long shifts and intense kitchens, he now shares his knowledge through chaotic yet educational cooking videos, making food exciting while breaking down misconceptions about food waste. Believing in simplicity, his mantra is: Eat the food you buy, and you create no waste. His goal is to inspire others to cook with confidence, embrace their tastes, and enjoy food without overthinking it. Subscribers to the Good Food app via App Store get access to the show ad-free, and with regular bonus content such as interviews recorded at the good food show. To get started, download the Good Food app today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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