The Manual Podcast

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Baking with Jon Davis of La Brea Bakery Jun 06, 2019

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Whether you're a beginning Baker, or a seasoned pro, there is something to learn about on today's episode. Our guest, Jon Davis, has been with the world famous La Brea Bakery since 1991! His title is SVP of R&D and he has baked it all. We'll discuss how he got into it, provide some tips and tricks, talk about baking trends and even get into some of the experiments he's been trying. Also, you'll want a cookie, so we suggest picking some up before or after listening.

Oregon Zoo May 30, 2019

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On this episode we are joined by Travis Koon, Animal Curator, and Leland Brown, Non-lead Hunting Education Coordinator for the Oregon Zoo. It's a fascinating discussion that breaks some of the stereotypes you might have previously had about 'zoo keepers' while educating us about the very important aspects of each of their jobs. Coming from seemingly opposite backgrounds, the two clearly have the conservation and preservation of our natural wildlife as a primary goal.

Zane Lamprey May 23, 2019

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Zane Lamprey is our special guest on today's episode and it is a marvelous one. We discuss his origins of how he got the job for Three Sheets and the accidental audition for the wrong show. Zane also walks us through what it was like on set, touring, his other shows, the rivalries and friendships with other hosts and how he travels. He also lets us know about his initial meetings with Anthony Bourdain, and how they became friends after a tumultuous start. It's a great interview and you'll all want to have a shot with Zane after this episode!

Woodworking with Gary Rogowski May 16, 2019

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After deciding to change up his life from being a Liberal Artist student, Gary Rogowski became a self-taught woodworking master and now teacher. On this episode you'll learn about his interesting path, and hear some great advice on woodworking. From choosing the correct kind of wood, to where to take inspiration for your project, Gary is ca wealth of knowledge. He is also the founder of the Northwest Working Studio!

American Single Malt Whiskey May 09, 2019

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American Single Malt Whiskey is a rapidly expanding category in liquor. We are joined by one of the foremost experts, Matt Hoffman of Westland Distillery, to discuss the history of single malt, what it takes to make it, and why the United States is in a prime position to be a leading distiller. Matt is a repository of knowledge when it comes to whiskey and this is a cant' miss episode because of it.

Cooking with Bugs May 02, 2019

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Eating insects is slowly gaining some popular in the United States, but is a staple for a large part of the world. Rich in nutrients and protein, they could be a long term solution to food shortages, while also providing a strong and stable source of nutrition. However for some people (Greg) getting over the 'bug' part takes some work. Our guest today is Chef Justin Cucci, a cooking pioneer and the owner of many fine establishments such as Root Down in Denver. You'll learn a lot in this episode and understand how to overcome some of those mental obstacles.

Carter Cutlery Apr 25, 2019

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Murray Carter is an internationally recognized and certified master of his field, and a 17th generation Yoshimoto bladesmith. Today we discuss how he began travelling at age 16, eventually finding himself in Japan and meeting Sensei Yasuyuki Sakemoto, which would change his life. He walks us through the process of making his blades (he's made over 27,000), how to pick out a good one and so much more. It was truly an honor to have him on the show, you will love this episode!

Austin 101 Apr 18, 2019

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Austin, Texas is the focus of today's episode, with a beginner's course from expat Nicole, along with Sam. Where to stay, what to do, what to see, etc. are all covered for a general overview. With local knowledge, Nicole will also let you know where to go to drink with the locals. We'll also discuss the SXSW impact, and what the best times of year are to visit. You'll also definitely want a taco after this episode.

How close are we to the robot apocalypse? Apr 11, 2019

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The title of this show may be a little dramatic, but robots really are all around us. However, they may not all be in the form we expected them to be.....yet. Drew Prindle from Digital Trends joins us to discuss everything from home assistants, to Black Mirror-like dog robotics. We'll bring you up to date, you'll learn something, and maybe be a little less worried about our incoming robot overlords.

Upright Brewing with Alex Ganum Apr 04, 2019

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Sam Slaughter is visiting Portland, Oregon, we decided to go on location to Upright Brewing. They recently celebrated their 10th anniversary and this leads to a fascinating discussion about the history of craft brewers, and it's like to enter the business now, vs. a decade ago. We'll also discuss types of beer, some experiments gone wrong, and much more.

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