"Comin' In Hot", W/ Chef Cec
by Cecil Rhodes
Comin' In Hot is a weekly podcast hosted by Sacramento renowned chef, Cecil Rhodes. Every week, the owner of SacTown's hottest chicken spot, Nash & Proper, will sit down with professionals, friends and acquaintances making a splash in California's capital city. For 60 minutes, Rhodes will tackle hot topics around the world and dive into spicy discussions about each respective industry. Comin' In Hot is juicy, full of flavor and packed with jollification.
Episodes
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Local Kitchens: How Micro Food Halls Are Changing the Game
Andrew Munday, co-owner of Local Kitchens, joins Chef Cec to chat about building micro food halls across the country. Munday's newest location is perfectly situated in the heart of Roseville and you guessed it, features Cec's brain child, Nash & Proper. For the Local Kitchens team, it's all about...
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Lateef Brown: La, From Airplay Beats
Every week, you hear Chef Cec boldly thank "La, from Airplay Beats for the intro music." Today, La, from Airplay Beats is making his presence known! The Sacramento native and big time music producer is stopping by to chat about his journey in the industry, plus, how he and Chef Cec became bros!...
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Sneaker Enthusiast, Keia Kodama: A Zoomed In Look Into the Culture w/ A Different Lens
Sneaker Enthusiast and designer, Keia Kodama, joins Chef Cec for a deep dive into the sneaker culture. Kodama, a Sacramento native and proud member of the sneaker community, is not only known for her creative style, but has caught the eye of the popular brand, Nike. Keia has collaborated with…
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Sharie Wilson: From Growing Healthy Hair To Growing A Multi-Million Dollar Business
Sharie Wilson is what many would consider the goddess of healthy hair! For years, Sharie, co-owner of DreamGirls Hair, has mastered what it takes for women to grown healthy hair. After becoming a successful stylist, Sharie and her sister, Tonya Thompson, decided to create a healthy hair care…
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The Hype of NBA All Star Weekend w/ Kings Emcee, Scott Freshour
It's time for the 2022 NBA All-Star Game and what better person to bring to the pod this week than the league's best emcee, Scott Freshour. Scott, who loves the Sacramento Kings, has been the energy that electrifies the Golden 1 Center season after season. Fresh also just so happens to be the…
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Valentine's Day w/ Chef Cec's Two Loves: Wife, Veronica & Daughter, Viv
Happy Valentine's Day, fam! In a special edition of Comin in Hot, Chef Cec brings in his two favorite ladies, his wife, Veronica and his daughter, Viv. In today's episode, Chef opens about how he and his wife met and what they love most about each other. However, it's Chef's six-year-old daughter...
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Isaiah Holmes: Behind the Curtain of an Olympic Hopeful
He's a Sacramento native, but has made a major splash in the world of collegiate sports. Isaiah Holmes, a long jump track star at the University of Miami, made his way to the Summer Olympic Trials in 2021 and is joining Chef Cec to chat all things Olympics. As we all continue to watch the 2022...
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Inside the World of Photographer, Rachel Valley
You've seen her work around Sacramento, she's known for her epic photographs of the famous Tour Bridge Dinner, and she's worked with the likes of Darryll Corti, Biba Caggiano and of course our own, Chef Cec. Rachel Valley, of Photographer Rachel Valley, has mastered the art of photography and has...
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Tax Season 2022 w/ Ira Williams: What Every Business Owner Needs to Know
It's tax season, so yes, most of us are pretty stressed out. But we promise, filing your 2021 taxes doesn't have to be difficult, and if you are smart, could end with great reward. Today, Chef Cec is chatting with his personal accountant, who is breaking down everything we need to know about how…
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N'Gina Guyton Talks Food, New Business Ventures & Dating in 2022
Our girl, N'Gina Guyton, is back talking all things food, her restaurant South, manifestations of 2022 and best of all, her take on dating during a pandemic! N'Gina, who is a renowned chef and restauranteur, is full of personality and one hell of a time! If you need a pick me up and a good laugh,...
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Jamie Mack: Baker Extraordinaire, Baketopia Winner
She can whip up a mean cake, she's mastered the art of beignets and she just so happens to be the winner of HBO Max's, Baketopia. Sacramento native, Jamie Mack, has had one exciting journey and she's dishing all about on the latest episode of Comin in Hot. How did the Spider Monkey Dessert Studio...
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Krushing Dreams w/ Joe Blanton
For our Season 2 opener, we are joined by Joe Blanton, the man behind Krush Burger and Capital Rivers Commercial. Krush Burger started as a food truck and has since become a world wide phenomenon. How did Joe become successful and krush his dreams? Take a listen to find out!
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Calling All Dreamers: The Urban Shaman
Our final episode of our Calling All Dreamers series is with the owner of The Urban Shaman. Sit back, relax and listen to Chef Cec's convo with Tiffany Bedolla (Ms. Tiffany) about holistic health, wellness and her goal if crowned the winner of CAD.
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Calling All Dreamers: Gusto Gaucho
Another Calling All Dreamers finalist joins Chef Cec for a brand new episode of Comin in Hot! Today, Cecil chats with Federico Garcia, the brains behind Gusto Gaucho, an Argentine Bakery cafe. For Federico, this was all about bringing his passion for the Argentinian culture to California's…
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Calling All Dreamers: The Jazzy Bird
If you like Peruvian food and love jazz music, this Calling All Dreamers finalist has just what you want. In a new episode of our CAD series, Chef Cecil chats with the creators about the concept of Peruvian rotisserie chicken and live Jazz. What are the creators doing to create a vacation like...
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Calling All Dreamers: Sweet Tooth Factory
Today, we are keeping our Calling All Dreamers series going with Sweet Tooth Factory, a family owned and operated business that was created to satisfy that sweet tooth. Two sisters and the matriarch of their family collaborated to bring SacTown a place to enjoy ice cream along with Mom's famous...
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Calling All Dreamers: Gone Grazey
Our Calling All Dreamers series continues this week with one woman who is changing the charcuterie board game one piece of cheese at a time. Today, Chef Cec chats with Tanya Millican of Gone Grazey Cheeseboards | Charcuterie! Tanya is one of the seven finalists fighting for a chance to win big...
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Calling All Dreamers: Plantura: Food & Flora
It's time to meet the 2021 Calling All Dreamers Finalists! Over the next several weeks, Chef Cec, a former Calling All Dreamers winner, will check in with all the finalists to learn more about their business concepts and yes, drop some real knowledge on how to make it to the finish line. Today…
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Aunt Lillian: 12 Year Breast Cancer Survivor
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Cecil sits down with his Aunt Lillian, a 12 year breast cancer survivor. Aunt Lillian breaks down the day she found out she was diagnosed and the difficult months that followed. Lillian is now thanking those around her that supported her during her...
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Love & Marriage: Cecil's Story Part 3
In the final episode of Cecil's story, the famous chef dives into dating, meeting the love of his life, and the final stretch to happiness and success. Candid Cecil tells all. Listen for an inspiring episode of 'Comin in Hot.'
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DUIs, Depression & Jail Time: Cecil's Story Part 2
In part two of Cecil's story, the Comin in Hot host dives into one of the darkest periods of his life. In an emotional episode, Chef Cec breaks down how he landed behind bars. What the past did to his family, how it changed him and how he journeyed through. All is being uncovered today!
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Chef Cec's 1st Solo Show: The Beginning
Chef Cec is taking us back to the beginning. In his first solo show, the famous chef is revealing how his love for cooking started. Who does Cecil credit for getting into the kitchen? What were some of the detours along the way? The SacTown native is telling ALL in this brand new episode of Comin...
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Lem Adams: Personal Trainer to the Stars
He's the fittest of the fit and works hard to get some of your favorite athletes in tip top shape! SacTown's, Lem Adams, is joining Chef Cecil to chat about the fitness industry, what it takes to be an elite athlete, but most important, the wisdom he picked up along the way. One fun nugget you'll...
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Renowned TV Anchor, Pedro Rivera: From the Bronx, to Sac, to LaLa Land!
You see him on television every single day in SacTown ... the ladies love him, the fellows want to be his bro, and the city has embraced him for being an incredible news anchor. Even though his time here in Sacramento has come to an end, we are excited to bring to you a new episode of Comin in…
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Amadeu Goncalves: The Man Behind Flamingo House & Darling Aviary
Amadeu Goncalves' journey to the world of night life was certainly no accident! Despite his prior commitment to becoming a renowned lawyer, Amadeu followed his heart and wound up creating two of the hottest bars in the capital city. Goncalves, who is part owner of Flamingo House and Darling…
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The Birth of SactoMoFo
If you are from Sacramento and you love following your favorite food trucks, you've likely heard of SactoMoFo! SactoMoFo produces and curates food truck events and experiences that not only curbs appetites, but brings the community together. On today's new episode of Comin in Hot, the creator of...
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Paige Hurt: Sac's Sought After Life Guide
Paige Hurt, the owner of Your Path Affirmed, a Life Guidance/Coaching forum, stops by to talk about all things wellness, mental health and the art of being a life guide. As a life guide, Hurt's goal is to be open to others who want to be open to themselves. This is a story of transformation,...
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Chef Minnie: The "Seasons" to Success!
The owner of Firehouse Crawfish, Station 16 Seafood, Daikon Korean BBQ and Station 38 Coffee stops by to chat with Chef Cec about her whirlwind journey to success. Plus, how did Minnie wind up in the coffee business? She's revealing all her secrets in a brand new episode of Comin in Hot!
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Nicole Carmier: SacTown's Real Estate Guru Breaks Down The Hot Housing Market
Nicole Carmier, the owner of Move Me to Cali: Real estate group, joins Chef Cec to talk about the hot real estate market in Sacramento. Nicole, who is also the creator of Self Care Sundays, talks about what it's like to be a Black female realtor in the capital city. Despite Nicole's unparalleled,...
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Meet the Crew W/ William "Willie" Eggen
It's time to meet another crew member, folks! William Eggen was Nash & Proper's first employee ever and currently serves as head chef of the new Elk Grove location! Mr. Eggen has been in the game for years and is sharing all is knowledge on this week's episode of Comin in Hot!
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Slim + Husky's: Why Oak Park Was the Perfect Fit!
From Nashville to Oak Park! Why three Nashville natives chose to put their popular pizza chain in the heart of California's capital city. Chef Cec chops it up with Derrick Moore, co-owner of Slm + Husky's about bringing their labor of love to the popular Broadway block. Annddd if you've ever...
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All Your Workouts, All Your Way: The Creator Behind Circuits!
He's the man behind Athletic All Fitness and the brains behind the brand new app, Circuits. Just ahead of the major launch, Chef Cec catches up with Damian Patterson, the tech guru changing the way you look at fitness. All your workouts. All your way. With Circuits app, you can easily create the...
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UFC Ear Collector, Max Pain Griffin: Pre Fight Rituals Unveiled
UFC fighter, Max Pain Griffin, joins Chef Cec to talk about his journey to UFC! Plus, ahead of his big fight this weekend, how Griffin aka the ear collector, is preparing to dominate.
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Urban Roots', Rob Archie: Master of of the B's (Burgers, Beer, BBQ)
Rob Archie, the owner of Pangaea Bier Cafe, BAWK and Urban Roots joins Chef Cec to chat about all of his passion projects. How the local entrepreneur went from burgers to beer to BBQ.
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MLB Legend, Greg Vaughn: Why Vaughn Is Trying to Get Pickleball to the Masses!
MLB All star, Greg Vaughn, chats with Chef Cecil about his days as an elite athlete! Vaughn, who back in 1993 hit 30 home runs and 97 RBI with an OPS+ of 128, also breaks down his passion for pickleball! Listen to find out how Greg plans on getting it to the masses. It's worth noting: Greg is…
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Happy Father's Day: Keepin it Real with Chef Cec's Father, Mr. Cecil Rhod
In honor of Father's Day, Chef Cec is joined by his father, Cecil Rhodes. The father son duo join forces for the most hilarious podcast to date! Wonder what Cecil was like as a young boy from the eyes of his pops? Whelp, Rhodes is telling all in this week's edition of Comin' in Hot!
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OPB Head Brewer: Rodg Little's Journey to Brew Town
Chef Cec chats with Oak Park Brewing Co.'s head brewer, Rodg Little. The musician turned brew master has had quite the journey. Click to hear Little's story.
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Sonya Sorich (Sacramento Business Journal): Staying Innovative in a Shifting Industry!
Sonya Sorich of the Sacramento Business Journal breaks down what it's like working for a digital publication in the year 2021. Plus, how this well known writer almost ended up studying mortuary science. Sonya, who is full of life, also gives the do's and don'ts of pitching stories! The Sacramento...
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Divine Intervention? Artist, Raphael Delgado and Chef Cec's Detour to Success!
Chef Cecil and renowned artist, Raphael Delgado, go way back! From being neighbors in San Francisco, to ultimately enduring the same struggles during their journey to success, has made this brotherly bond unlike any other. Hear the never before told stories about their party days and how they...
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Dr. Armando González Breaks Down Mental Health In Black and Brown Communities
Sacramento native and mental health doctor to professional athletes, Dr. Armando González, joins Chef Cec to talk about mental health in Black and Brown communities. For Dr. Gonzalez, ending the stigma is not enough, it's a matter of access and equality. González (aka Dr. Mondo) is the CEO,...
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Meet the Crew w/ Matthew Rocha
Chef Cec chats with his right hand man, Mr. Matthew Rocha in a new Meet the Crew edition of "Comin in Hot!" Cecil and Matthew met years ago during their early days in the restaurant industry; but what they didn't know was that years later, they'd be working side by side for one of Sac's best hot...
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Happy Mother's Day: Cecil's Mom Tells All!
In honor of Mother's Day, Cecil is joined by his beautiful mother, Ida Ruffin. Ida dishes the tea on Cecil as a young child! Plus, if you want to know how Ida spent her young days, take a listen! Happy Mother's Day, Mama Ida!
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The Burgess Brothers: How the Famous Twins Became A National Sensation!
They are known for their BBQ sauces, links, cornbread mix and the famous Churwaffle! Today Chef Cec sits down with Sacramento's famous twins, Matthew and Jonathan Burgess about their success in retail and hospitality, How the entrepreneurs went from a small pop up tent to becoming #1 on Amazon....
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King of Sac: Cong Nguyen
Cong Nguyen of King Cong Brewing Company is in the building! How the King of brewing went from the dental industry to becoming the owner of one of Sac's top breweries. Kong Cong Brewing Company, which was established in 2017, distributes to the greater Sacramento area and soon Central Valley.
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Sacramento Icon: Good Day Sacramento's Courtney Dempsey
She's a legend and a Sacramento icon! Courtney Dempsey of Good Day Sacramento sits down with Chef Cec to chat about her career and the importance behind representation in TV journalism. How sitting on the anchor set is more than just a job. Plus, Dempsey breaks down her dream anchor team ...…
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Meet the Crew w/ Jake Bombard
It's time to meet the crew behind Nash & Proper! Today, Chef Cec introduces the man, the myth, the legend: Jake Bombard. Jake is the co-owner of Nash & Proper and is one of the reasons Nash is what it is today. From launching the food truck to curating an epic social media platform, Jake is a…
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Chef Rodney Ray: Back to Basics ... Where It All Started
Chef Rodney Ray of T&R BBQ sat down with Chef Cec to talk about his love for BBQ and his love for the Oak Park community. Ray breaks down his journey to success, which starts with working in the fields in Texas. Ray definitely drops some knowledge on this episode of Comin' in Hot.
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Devil May Care: The Most Creative Ice Cream Combos Yet!
Does the Devil really care? Jess Milbourn and Gerine Williams of Devil May Care Ice Cream & Frozen Treats deliver the funniest podcast about ice cream. The pair, who is behind one of Sacramento's best ice cream shops, breaks down the most creative ice cream combinations they've attempted. But…
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Restaurant Power Couple: The Duo Behind Binchoyaki
They met in culinary school and now they own one of Sacramento's top Japanese restaurants. Chef Cec sits down with power couple, Craig Takehara & Tokiko Sawada, to chat about the success of their restaurant, Binchoyaki. Plus, the "lit" way the duo first met! It's a must listen!
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Comedian, Lance Woods: Then & Now
Lance Woods is in the building!!! The local comedian, who has become a household name in the land of comedy, sits down with Chef Cec for a "sizzlin" interview. Lance not only tackles his unprecedented beginnings, but recalls the time he first met world renowned comic, Dave Chappelle. From his...
About this show
Comin' In Hot is a weekly podcast hosted by Sacramento renowned chef, Cecil Rhodes. Every week, the owner of SacTown's hottest chicken spot, Nash & Proper, will sit down with professionals, friends and acquaintances making a splash in California's capital city. For 60 minutes, Rhodes will tackle hot topics around the world and dive into spicy discussions about each respective industry. Comin' In Hot is juicy, full of flavor and packed with jollification.
Hosted by
Cecil Rhodes