An Adventure in Sandwich Crafting: Interview with the Roll for Sandwich Creator
In this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, host Chris Whonsetler interviews Jacob Pauwels, famously known as the 'Roll for Sandwich guy' on Instagram and TikTok. They discuss Jacob's journey from being a video production graduate turned stay-at-home dad to a viral sandwich creator on TikTok. Jacob shares his experiences during the COVID-19 lockdowns, starting his 'Roll for Sandwich' series, and rapidly gaining popularity for his creative and chaotic sandwich-making content. They also dive into a live sandwich-making session using local Indiana ingredients, which leads to a rich discussion about flavors, food combinations, and the story behind roll for sandwich. Jacob offers insights into his methods, his background, and his engagement with fans. The episode wraps up with suggestions for listeners to recreate Jacob’s sandwiches, whether by using random number generators to select from his vast array of videos or by purchasing his latest cookbook. It’s a deep yet fun exploration of food, creativity, and the joy in culinary experimentation.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and D&D Beginnings
00:41 Welcome to the Podcast
00:57 Guest Introduction: Jacob Pauwels
01:22 Gen Con and the Sandwich Guy
01:50 Recent Culinary Adventures
03:19 Adventurous Eating and Unusual Ingredients
05:31 Jacob's Background and Content Creation Journey
07:53 The Birth of Roll for Sandwich
09:51 The Viral Success of Roll for Sandwich
12:49 The Mechanics of Roll for Sandwich
18:27 Challenges and Curses in Roll for Sandwich
25:36 Memorable Sandwiches and Ingredients
38:35 Respecting Cultural Foods and Future Plans
40:53 The Impact of Roll for Sandwich
44:54 From Introvert to Internet Celebrity
46:03 The Chaos of Life and Finding Control
46:41 Upcoming Projects and Exciting Announcements
47:36 Creating the Indianapolis Roll Sandwich
48:57 Rolling for Ingredients and Building the Sandwich
01:00:03 Tasting and Reviewing the Sandwich
01:12:57 Reflecting on the Sandwich and Future Ideas
01:16:51 Exploring Indiana's Best Mains
01:17:19 Local Sausages and Unique Meats
01:18:47 Cooking Techniques and Tasting
01:20:15 Building the Perfect Sandwich
01:21:02 Hunting and Cooking Stories
01:23:04 Selecting Ingredients and Flavors
01:33:47 Sauces and Condiments
01:37:41 Final Sandwich Creations
01:44:32 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
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