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Two Fake Chefs
by The Digital Chef (Doug Maxon) & Chef Robbie Held
Two Fake Chefs Kitchen Dropouts. Industry Lifers. Two Fake Chefs is a hospitality podcast for private chefs, personal chefs, caterers, hospitality entrepreneurs, and service business operators who know the work behind the scenes is never as clean as it looks on Instagram. Hosted by Doug Maxon, known as The Digital Chef, and Chef Robbie Held, the #1 ranked personal chef in Arizona and founder of Health Held in Hand, this show blends real hospitality experience, operator insight, food culture, and behind-the-scenes business conversations from two people who built their knowledge in the field, not in a classroom. Doug’s background includes working as a head brewer and operating food trucks, restaurants, and catering businesses before moving into automation, reputation management, lead systems, and revenue infrastructure for service businesses. Robbie built a premium private chef brand serving the greater Phoenix ar
Episodes
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EP:13 From Breweries To Business Systems
How does someone go from running breweries, food trucks, and a barbecue restaurant to building backend systems for service businesses? In this episode, The Digital Chef and Chef Robbie flip the script and dive into Doug’s story — from his early days in the hospitality industry to brewing beer,...
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EP:12 Why Two Fake Chefs Started a Podcast
What happens when two chefs from completely different worlds sit down and start talking shop, business, chaos, and everything in between? In this episode, The Digital Chef and Chef Robbie pull back the curtain on how their friendship started, why they decided to launch Two Fake Chefs, and what...
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Ep 11: From 27th to Number One: Chef Robbie’s Rise
Episode Title: From 27th to Number One: Chef Robbie’s Rise to the Top of Arizona’s Personal Chef Scene Episode Description What does it take to go from 27th-ranked to the number one personal chef in Arizona — without opening a restaurant? In this episode of 86 Opinions, we sit down with Chef...
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Ep 10: From Viral to Full Tables: What Actually Moves People Into Restaurants w/Cory Pringle
What actually fills tables — going viral… or building systems? In Episode 10 of 86 Opinions, Doug Maxon (The Digital Chef) sits down with food reviewer and local restaurant advocate Corey Pringle of Eat Good Local to break down what really moves people from scrolling to sitting down at a table....
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Ep 9: Adapt or Die: What Restaurant Suppliers See That Owners Miss w/Jason Davis
Summary In this episode of 86 Opinions, host The Digital Chef engages with Jason Davis from Plate It Up, who shares his extensive experience in the restaurant industry. Starting as a chef, Jason discusses his journey through various roles, including food service distribution, and highlights the...
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Ep 8: Building Brand Identity - Why Being “Good” Isn’t Enough Anymore
Summary In this episode, The Digital Chef discusses the critical importance of brand identity for restaurants and food trucks as they head into 2026. He emphasizes that simply being good is no longer sufficient; businesses must build a strong brand that resonates with customers. The conversation...
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Ep 7: Acquiring Social Trust
Summary In this episode of 86 Opinions, The Digital Chef discusses the critical importance of acquiring social trust for restaurants as we approach 2026. He emphasizes that social trust is the new currency for brands, particularly in the food industry, where online presence and reputation can…
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Ep 6: Fire & Smoke BBQ w/Mikey Kay
In this engaging conversation, Mikey Kay, founder of Fire and Smoke Barbecue, shares his journey from starting as a pop-up in Chicago to establishing a successful food truck in St. Augustine, Florida. He discusses the challenges of pricing, branding, and the importance of community…
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Ep 5: The Digital Chef Origin
In this conversation, The Digital Chef discusses the critical importance of capturing customer data and understanding key metrics in the restaurant industry. He emphasizes the cost-effectiveness of retaining existing customers compared to acquiring new ones, highlighting a common oversight among...
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Ep 4: Restaurant Marketing w/Court Allam - Restaurant Marketing University
In this episode, The Digital Chef interviews Court Allam, a restaurant marketing expert, discussing the evolving landscape of restaurant marketing in 2025. They explore the importance of user-generated content, influencer marketing, and the role of automation in driving customer engagement. Court...
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Ep 3: The ABC's of Restaurant Marketing
Summary In this episode of the 86 Opinions podcast, The Digital Chef discusses essential marketing strategies for restaurants and food trucks as they navigate the challenges of 2025 and beyond. Emphasizing the importance of implementing software and systems, he highlights the need for acquiring...
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Ep 2: Waffle Stix: A Unique Food Truck Journey
In this engaging conversation, Keith Wright, owner of Waffle Sticks, shares his journey in the food truck industry, discussing the evolution of his unique concept, the importance of customer feedback, and the challenges of running a food truck. He emphasizes the significance of simplicity in...
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Ep 1: Welcome to 86 Opinions
Welcome to the very first episode of 86 Opinions — the no-BS podcast built for restaurant and food truck owners who are tired of the noise and ready to start running on strategy. In this debut episode, The Digital Chef (Doug Maxon) lays the foundation for what this show is all about — real talk,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two Fake Chefs Kitchen Dropouts. Industry Lifers.
Two Fake Chefs is a hospitality podcast for private chefs, personal chefs, caterers, hospitality entrepreneurs, and service business operators who know the work behind the scenes is never as clean as it looks on Instagram.
Hosted by Doug Maxon, known as The Digital Chef, and Chef Robbie Held, the #1 ranked personal chef in Arizona and founder of Health Held in Hand, this show blends real hospitality experience, operator insight, food culture, and behind-the-scenes business conversations from two people who built their knowledge in the field, not in a classroom.
Doug’s background includes working as a head brewer and operating food trucks, restaurants, and catering businesses before moving into automation, reputation management, lead systems, and revenue infrastructure for service businesses. Robbie built a premium private chef brand serving the greater Phoenix ar
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The Digital Chef (Doug Maxon) & Chef Robbie Held
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Two Fake Chefs Kitchen Dropouts. Industry Lifers. Two Fake Chefs is a hospitality podcast for private chefs, personal chefs, caterers, hospitality entrepreneurs, and service business operators who know the work behind the scenes is never as clean as it looks on Instagram. Hosted by Doug Maxon,...
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Two Fake Chefs is created and hosted by The Digital Chef (Doug Maxon) & Chef Robbie Held.
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