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Dinosaur HunterDinosaur Hunter Episode 6: True LiesThis is it - the finale you've been waiting for! It's the race to the finish line for Team Earth and Team Cretaceous -so much drama, double-crossing, and an ending you won't see coming!Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. New episodes every Wednesday! And if you like what you hear, please rate us and leave a review! You can also find us on Instagram and Twitter at @dinohunterpod and on Facebook at Dinosaur Hunter Podcast. Created, Written & Directed by Rob GokeeStory by Rob Gokee & Ed RobinsonProduced by Allison...
2020-12-0218 minDinosaur HunterDinosaur Hunter Episode 5: DesertedWho went into the time machine after Donovan and Karl?! It's the episode you've been waiting for - Donovan's origin story, he reveals why he doesn't believe in dinosaurs! And if that's not enough to get you to listen, Will is back and as annoying as ever! Just ask Drew.Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. New episodes every Wednesday! And if you like what you hear, please rate us and leave a review! You can also find us on Instagram and Twitter at @dinohunterpod and on Facebook at Dinosaur Hunter Podcast. Created...
2020-11-2523 minDinosaur HunterDinosaur Hunter Episode 4: DenialDid Donovan and Karl survive the last episode?! And if they did, what the hell was chasing them? Meanwhile, Simone and Drew confront Holly at the lab... I mean garage.... do they help her or expose her?Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. New episodes every Wednesday! And if you like what you hear, please rate us and leave a review! You can also find us on Instagram and Twitter at @dinohunterpod and on Facebook at Dinosaur Hunter Podcast. Created, Written & Directed by Rob GokeeStory by Rob Gokee & Ed Robinson...
2020-11-1821 minDinosaur HunterDinosaur Hunter Episode 3: Lost & FoundSo Donovan and Karl are definitely in the Cretaceous Period. What now? Karl finds... something. And something finds them. Something LARGE. Meanwhile, Holly visits Drew and Simone at Dinocast headquarters and finds out their source is someone close to home...Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. New episodes every Wednesday! And if you like what you hear, please rate us and leave a review! You can also find us on Instagram and Twitter at @dinohunterpod and on Facebook at Dinosaur Hunter Podcast. Created, Written & Directed by Rob GokeeStory by Rob Gokee...
2020-11-1121 minDinosaur HunterDinosaur Hunter Episode 2: ComplicationsIt's time for episode 2! Donovan and Karl are stuck... sometime? And Holly is trying not to freak out, but it's not going well, so she enlists some "help."Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. New episodes every Wednesday! And if you like what you hear, please rate us and leave a review! You can also find us on Instagram and Twitter at @dinohunterpod and on Facebook at Dinosaur Hunter Podcast. Created, Written & Directed by Rob GokeeStory by Rob Gokee & Ed RobinsonProduced by Allison VanoreSound Editing, Sound Design...
2020-11-0416 minDinosaur HunterDinosaur Hunter Episode 1: PilotDonovan King is a paleontologist with a weird quirk. He doesn't believe in dinosaurs. And he's gonna prove it, or die trying.Preferably the first thing.Welcome to the premiere of Dinosaur Hunter! We've got so much in store this season (and if you guys like it, the next season. And the one after that. It's a BIG story). Subscribe so you don't miss an episode. New episodes every Wednesday! And if you like what you hear, please rate us and leave a review! You can also find us on Instagram and...
2020-10-2819 minDinosaur HunterWhat is Dinosaur Hunter?A quick rundown on what Dinosaur Hunter is, from creator Rob Gokee, writer & actor Ed Robinson, and producer Allison Vanore.
2020-10-0103 min
TacocityMacheen COVID-19 UPDATEWe got to sit down and get an update from Chef Jonathan Perez of Macheen about how he's been affected by the pandemic, and what he's been working on the last few months. Macheen is in the Final Four of LA Taco's annual Taco Madness competition, and there's still time to vote! https://www.lataco.com/taco-madness-2020/ You can vote until midnight on Sunday, May 17th, so head over and give Macheen a nod! There's no registration, just a few clicks and you're done! But I suggest you hang around and read some of the amazing stuff LA...
2020-05-1618 minTacocityFarley Elliott of Eater COVID-19 UPDATEWe sat down again (via phone) with EaterLA's editor Farley Elliott, to talk about the restaurant industry right now, the impact of the virus, and where he sees things going in the new normal we're about to enter.If you missed my original interview with Farley, you can find it here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tacocity-food-stories-mexican-food-cooking/id1277314149?i=1000408576565You can find Eater's website here https://la.eater.com and if you're looking for articles specifically by Farley, you can find them all here https://la.eater.com/authors/Farley%2520ElliottTwitter www...
2020-05-1515 minTacocityYuca's COVID-19 UPDATEThis episode, we sit down with Dora from Yuca’s to talk about how the pandemic has affected business, why she added meal kits to her menu, and how she thinks things will be when we get back to normal.You can find the original interview with Dora and Yuca’s here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tacocity-food-stories-mexican-food-cooking/id1277314149?i=1000396237557Yuca’s Tacos2056 Hillhurst Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 662-12141075 S Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 788-7448Instagram www.instagram.com/yucaslaFollow Tacocity on Twitter at www.twitter.com/tacoci...
2020-05-0911 minTacocityGracias Señor COVID-19 UPDATEThis episode, we catch up with Rodolfo Barrientos of Gracias Señor, located in Pacific Palisades, CA. Rodlofo talks about how the current quarantine is affecting his business, and his plans for reopening.You can find the original interview with Rodolfo & the origin story of Gracias Señor here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tacocity-food-stories-mexican-food-cooking/id1277314149?i=1000430647424 Gracias Señor 15120 W Sunset Blvd, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272Instagram www.instagram.com/graciassenorYelp https://www.yelp.com/biz/gracias-señor-pacific-palisadesFollow Tacocity on Twitter at www.twitter.com/tacocitypod and Instagram www...
2020-05-0724 minTacocitySky's Gourmet TacosWe're back for Season 3! This week, we take a trip to Chicago, the place where Barbara Burrell of Sky's Gourmet Tacos found her love for the taco, and how she opened her two restaurants in Los Angeles, California. Barbara talks about her beginnings in the corporate world, how she started Sky's, and what she's learning about her business during the Covid-19 pandemic and current quarantine.Sky's Gourmet Tacos (833) SKY-TACO5303 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 900194333 Admiralty Way #001, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292www.skystacos.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/SkysTacosTwitter...
2020-05-0530 minTacocityTacocity Season 3 TeaserWe're back! Rob lets you know what's in store for season 3, and how all of us can help taqueros during the pandemic. New episode drops Tuesday!
2020-05-0107 min
MitchumMitchum AddendumIt's the final episode of Mitchum (for now), and we're going out with a bang! Join Mitchum live with show producers Rob Gokee & Allison Vanore as he talks about his favorite episodes, answers Q&A's, and then does a moonshine 101 tasting with Rob!
2019-10-2634 minTacocityTaqueando FestivalA full review of Bill Esparza's first Taqueando Festival in Los Angeles - all the vendors we hit up, all the tacos we ate, and who won the best taco!
2019-06-2333 minMitchumMinisode - LC & The Machine GunIt's a minisode of Mitchum! Mitchum and producer Rob Gokee sit down to talk about some of the short stories that didn't make season 1!
2019-05-1511 minTacocityTacos LuchaVisalia, California - home to Tacos Lucha! In the Season 2 finale, we talk to Chris of Tacos Lucha about food, family, and what drew him to California's Central Valley and why he chose to share his tacos with the community there!
2019-05-1429 minTacocityVaquero TaqueroWe're in Austin, Texas this week with Vaquero Taquero! Daniel & Miguel Cobos sat down with us and talked about how they went from a cart in front of the museum, to a truck, to a brick and mortar taqueria, with the best al pastor around!
2019-05-0732 minTacocityHomeStateThis week, we've got one foot in Texas & one in California - as we talk Breakfast Tacos with HomeState! LA's famed taqueria sits down with Tacocity to talk about bringing the breakfast taco to Hollywood while maintaining roots in native Texas!
2019-04-3040 minTacocityPortside Fish Co.Chef Fernando Valladares of Portside Fish Co. in Irvine, California talks this week about his rise from culinary school to chef and co-owner of Portside, and why they have some "do not miss" fish tacos on their menu!
2019-04-2329 minTacocityPonchos Tlayudas“Viernes de Tlayudas.” Tlayuda Friday in Los Angeles at FIOB, and it's where you'll find Poncho's Tlayudas every week. We got to sit down with Poncho and talk about his unique rise to fame in the LA food scene, and what makes the tlayuda so unique.
2019-04-1639 minTacocityTrill TaqueriaAustin, Texas - we're back! This week, we got to interview Nick Belloni of Trill Taqueria, which has been blowing up Austin with his unique recipes & amazing vegetarian menu!
2019-04-0923 minTacocityBill EsparzaJames Beard Award-winning writer, author, and taco expert Bill Esparza talks food, family, and his inaugural Taqueando Festival, happening in Los Angeles on June 15th, 2019! No one knows Mexico & Mexican food better than Bill Esparza, and he imparts some of that cultural & culinary knowledge in this week's episode. www.taqueandofest.com
2019-04-0249 minTacocityTacos 1986Tijuana, Mexico - home of the Tijuana style taco that's sweeping across Southern California with ferocity. It's also the birthplace of Tacos 1986, Los Angeles' taco rock stars. We sit down with Jorge Alvarez-Tostado to talk about their beginning, cooking for SXSW, and why he thinks they have the best adobada in town.
2019-03-2642 minTacocityMarch UpdateWhat's Taqueando? When does Taco Madness start? We update you on all the new taco news in LA, and tease the next round of episodes coming up!
2019-03-1907 minTacocityArturo's Puffy TacoThe Puffy Taco. It originates in San Antonio, Texas, but it's been in California for over 4 decades, and its story starts with Gloria Lopez of Arturo's Puffy Taco in Whittier, California. We sat down with Gloria to talk about her world-famous taco, and where it came from.
2019-03-1424 minTacocityTeddy's TacosTeddy's Tacos in the city of La Puente fought off Chipotle for a year, one month at a time. Brother/Sister team Ted & Adriana talk about how they became taqueros, why raisins are a huge part of their recipes, and how they figured out a way to survive when facing demolition.
2019-03-0536 minTacocityGracias SeñorPacific Palisades, California - sun, sand, and the home of Gracias Señor. We sat down with Rodolfo Barrientos and talked tacos and startups, and how he's changing the food landscape one taco at a time.
2019-02-2631 minTacocityMacheenHave you ever had tortillas infused with the flavors of the taco? Jonathan Perez of Macheen talks about how his time at culinary school shaped the tacos he makes every weekend at Smorgasburg LA on this week's episode.
2019-02-1934 minTacocityFormosa Hot SauceBecause we love hot sauce so much, we decided to hit up Julio Lopez-Velasquez of Formosa Hot Sauce for an in-depth interview about his story as a chef turned entrepreneur, and how Formosa got into stores all over the world!
2019-02-1239 minTacocityPablitos TacosBeef Heart. Who knew it was the most eaten street food in Peru? Danny Rodriguez of Pablito's Tacos does, and he's serving it up in Burbank, California. We sat down with Danny to talk about how he combines Tijuana and Peruvian styles together to make some of the best tacos in the Valley, from a taco stand in front of his Peruvian restaurant, Pablito's Kitchen.
2019-02-0525 minMitchumMitchum January Q&AIt's Q&A time! This time around, Rob & Allison are in Rome, Georgia, sitting on the porch with Mitchum asking him all your questions!
2019-01-3121 minTacocityHabanero Cartel (Kill Sauce)The Habanero Cartel. In a time & place when peppers are the world's currency, one man is brave enough to make a sauce to rule them all - Kill Sauce. This week, we sit down with Ryan Demirjian and talk hot sauce - why he created them (using all natural ingredients) and why he founded the Habanero Cartel!
2019-01-2937 minTacocityLa MorenaHarrisonburg, Virginia, home of La Morena. This time around, we get to hear the story of La Morena from Javier “Angel” Rodriguez - where the name & logo came from, why his salsas are being ordered by the cup, and what makes this taqueria so unique & delicious.
2019-01-2240 minTacocityMid East TacosWe're back at Smorgasburg LA! This time, we're talking to Armen Martirosyan of Mid East Tacos about his amazing flavors, how a burrito launched his famed taqueria, and how Instagram plays a role in his success.
2019-01-1522 minTacocityOn The Road - La MorenaIn the final installment of this trip's On The Road, Rob & Allison find a gem in Harrisonburg, Virgina called La Morena. Also, they hit up Las Palmas Mexican Grill in Rome, Georgia.
2019-01-0813 minMitchumShort StoriesIn this special episode, Rob & Mitchum sit down on Mitchum's porch in Rome, Georgia, and Mitchum tells some stories, sipping moonshine & talking about growing up in Rome.
2019-01-0727 minMitchumMitchum December Q&AMitchum sits down with producers Rob & Allison to answer more fan questions this month, and might even grace us with some new stories not yet heard!
2018-12-2734 minTacocityOn The Road - El BurroEl Burro in Farmingdale, New Jersey is this week's On The Road episode - Happy Holidays, everyone! We talk about this hip taqueria as Rob & Allison dissect their inaugural visit there.
2018-12-2315 minTacocityOn The Road - FinsRob & Allison drove from Los Angeles to New Jersey this week, and they're bringing us a taqueria review from the Jersey Shore - Fins Tropicali Cuisine!
2018-12-1811 minTacocityPobre DiabloQuerétaro is the birthplace of two of the greatest revolutionaries in Mexico's history - and we've got one of them on this week's Tacocity! Pobre Diablo - aka The Evil Cook - stops by to tell his story, and to talk about his upcoming gig at El Sereno Park to benefit the Women & Children's Shelter on December 15th. He's swapping tacos for donations from 5pm til he runs out!
2018-12-1131 minTacocityMOGO Korean Fusion TacosThis week, we head to the Jersey Shore - specifically Asbury Park, and meet Sam & Jay of the taqueria MOGO, and how they brought Korean Mexican fusion tacos to the boardwalk. Also, an exciting update about Tacocity mainstay Esdras Ochoa!
2018-12-0426 minMitchumMitchum November Q&AIt's time for our November Q&A episode! Mitchum, along with producers Rob Gokee & Allison Vanore ask Mitchum your questions, and we're letting Patrons hear it first! There might even be some singing in there...
2018-12-0127 minTacocityLA Taco Editor Daniel HernandezWe sit down with Daniel Hernandez, celebrated author, journalist & editor in chief at LA Taco. Daniel talks about growing up in San Diego, spending 8 years traveling living in & embracing Mexico City, and why independent journalism is so important in 2018. www.lataco.com
2018-11-2758 minTacocityTacos Ah CarbonFrom Pueblo to Pico Rivera, taquero Ether Aguilar talks about what makes his tacos at Tacos Ah Carbon different from the competition, and what makes his carne asada so authentic.
2018-11-2025 minTacocityTacos Los DesveladosSinaloa, Mexico, known for its cartels, is also home to some amazing flavors. Tacos Los Desvelados in Maywood, CA - home of the sushi taco - is our new home away from home. We spend some time with Adolfo Valenzuela, who talks about his record label Twiins, growing up in Sinaloa, and he tells us what's in a Desvelado taco!
2018-11-1324 minTacocityB.S. Taqueria & Broken SpanishRenowned Los Angeles Chef Ray Garcia of both Broken Spanish & B.S. Taqueria talks with us about where he pulls inspiration from, how to open two restaurants at the same time, and how the taco has become the unofficial food of Los Angeles.
2018-11-0633 minTacocityTaco LocoTaqueria el Taco Loco #7 in the historic neighborhood of West Adams in South Los Angeles is the topic of today's episode. Rob sits down with Julio Garibay to talk work ethic, hand made tortillas, his unique method of cooking meat, and the moment he realized cooking was his passion.
2018-10-3024 minTacocityL.A. Taco's Erick GalindoErick Galindo of the news organization L.A. Taco talks about his journalistic journey, growing up in Paramount, CA, his favorite taquerias, and why L.A. Taco is telling all the important Hispanic stories in Los Angeles. Hit up www.lataco.com/join
2018-10-2335 minTacocityLittle Llama TacosLima, Peru. That's where the flavors of Little Llama Peruvian Tacos comes from. This week, we're at Smorgasburg LA to find out what makes Little Llama's tacos so irresistible, and the history behind the thriving stand.
2018-10-1627 minTacocityTacocity Week OffHost Rob Gokee was sick this week, so we've got an update on what's coming up the next 4-5 weeks on Tacocity, and Rob's 3 favorite episodes to go back and check out!
2018-10-0904 minTacocityRicky Piña (Ricky's Fish Tacos)An in-depth interview with Ricky Piña of Ricky's Fish Tacos. He talks about growing up in San Quintin, Mexico, why he chose fish tacos, and... he teaches you how to make HIS fish tacos by divulging his time-tested, award-winning techniques!
2018-10-0243 minTacocityCatarina's Food TruckCatarina's Food Truck in Murfreesboro, Tennessee is the topic of this week's episode. We talk tacos with chef/owner Juan Navarrete, why he wants to bring the food truck culture to Murfreesboro, and what recipe didn't go over well with local residents!
2018-09-2542 minTacocityJaime and RamiroWorld renowned chefs Jaime & Ramiro of La Casita, Mexicano & Flautas sit down with Tacocity to talk recipes, food, Mexico's Magical Towns, and their secret for great mole!
2018-09-1849 minTacocityBurritos La PalmaIt's a burrito episode! We talk with Alberto & Lauren Bañuelos of Burritos La Palma about the their hand-made flour tortillas & delicious guisados. Jonathan Gold named them one of his Top Five Burritos, and we agree!
2018-09-1123 minTacocityBreddos TacosIn the Season 2 premiere of Tacocity, we head to London, England to talk with Nud Dudhia of Breddos Tacos about his rise from a cart on the corner to 2 blockbuster locations, and arguably the best tacos on the continent!
2018-09-0440 minMitchumCreating MitchumMitchum & Producer Rob Gokee sit down on Mitchum's porch with some moonshine and discuss how the podcast came to be, and what to expect. You might even hear Mitchum tell a never-before-heard story... Season Premiere September 10th!
2018-08-2316 min
TacocityBonus Episode - Tacocity On The Road (Episode 3)The third and final installment of Rob & Allison’s trip across the U.S. and back. This episode, Rob talks about taquerias in Washington D.C., Louisiana & Texas - including the legendary Torchy’s Tacos! Season 2 of Tacocity premieres September 4th
2018-08-2024 minTacocityBonus Episode - Tacocity On The Road (Episode 2)It’s round 2 of Tacocity On The Road! Rob & Allison hit up 3 taquerias - Mona’s Cocina in Texas, Casa Marina in Jackson, Tennessee and Mano Taqueria in Lexington, Virginia!
2018-08-0816 minTacocityBonus Episode - Tacocity On The Road (Episode 1)Rob & Allison are on a roadtrip from LA to New Jersey, and hit up taquerias in Arizona & New Mexico. Enjoy these quick picks as Rob reviews tacos from the road!
2018-08-0419 min
TacocityBonus Episode - Bulgogi TacosAnother bonus episode before the Season 2 launch September 4th! This week, Rob & Allison cook Bulgogi Tacos and talk about their upcoming trip across the U.S. AND... there may be a secret trailer to a new podcast in there somewhere...
2018-07-2529 minTacocityBonus Episode - Q&A and Ceviche TostadasAnother bonus episode - this time around, Rob answers listener questions, makes Ceviche Tostadas with Chef Ed Robinson, and announces the premiere date for Season 2!
2018-07-1341 minTacocityBonus Episode - Mom's TacosIt's a bonus episode/update! We'll tell you what to expect for Season 2, and we drop a brand new cooking lesson - which will be called Taquitos - where Rob & Allison Vanore cook the tacos their moms made!
2018-06-1921 minTacocityLa TortilleriaIn the Season 1 finale of Tacocity, we take the podcast global -all the way down under to Australia, where we talk to Diana & Gerardo of La Tortilleria, who make their tortillas from the ground up - literally!
2018-05-2931 minTacocityTaco TrioThis week, we talk about the Portland Rum Riot of 1851, and we meet Karen Rasumussen & Manuel Peña of Portland, Maine's Taco Trio. Chef Manny talks about his mole sauce, and growing up the son of a butcher in Central Mexico.
2018-05-2225 minTacocityCafe CorazonWe learn about the history of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and meet George Mireles of Cafe Corazon, who talks to us about tacos, seafood, and cow tongue!
2018-05-1524 min2018-05-0821 minTacocityTaco WindowThis week, we talk about the connection between French & Mexican cooking, and we meet Chef Basile of Taco Window to talk tacos, pastries, why he chose the South LA neighborhood for his gourmet take on the taco!
2018-05-0132 minTacocityTacodeliWe head to the land of Breakfast Tacos - Texas! Specifically, Austin, birthplace of Tacodeli, the king of the breakfast taco. We talk to founder & owner Roberto Espinosa about migrating to the great state of Texas and putting Austin on the taco map!
2018-04-2448 minTacocityBalam KitchenThis week, we discover the origin of Cerritos, California, and we meet Rosendo Jacquez of BALAM Kitchen, and how his gourmet tacos quickly dominated the town of Lynwood!
2018-04-1728 minTacocityFarley Elliott Of EaterLAThis week, we sit down with EaterLA Senior Editor Farley Elliott, who talks to Rob about street food and tacos, and how the landscape of Los Angeles food has changed over the last decade.
2018-04-1047 minTacocityThe Social TacoThis week, we head to the Ozark Mountains & Arkansas to talk about how the town of Rogers, Arkansas was established, and what amazing food Chef Fernando Martinez is concocting at The Social Taco. Then, Rob walks you through an encyclopedia of Mexican meats! Music this week by www.soundcloud.com/showmeeyes
2018-04-0350 minTacocityDeckhand Dave'sThis week we head to the state you can see from Russia - Alaska! Rob talks to Dave McCasland, a fisherman who became a cook, and serves up the freshest fish tacos in the North! Then Rob and special guest Robb Padgett make... Snickerdoodle Tacos!
2018-03-2742 minTacocityTortacosThis week, we head to Germantown, Maryland, to discuss it's role in the assassination of Abraham Lincoln, and how - in 2018 - Tortacos and John Espana have brought West Coast tacos to the East, and how the restaurant was born out of a love of Mexican food. Then, Rob & guest chef Ed Robinson cook a new taco recipe - Carne Deshebrada en Salsa Roja with Blueberry Compote!
2018-03-2047 min
10,000 TACOS®Rob Gokee - TacocityOn this episode, Isidro sits down to have a good conversation with a fellow podcaster – Rob Gokee, the host of Tacocity Podcast – Rob shares a little bit of his journey as well as some personal stories while growing up in Los Angeles. They both agree, this conversation could have lasted a whole week! This is part of a crossover episode where Isidro also joins Rob on his podcast. To get the other episode, please follow this link: https://goo.gl/ZKNQDe - You can also find his podcast on his site: http://robgokee.com
2018-03-1344 minTacocityIsidro SalasThis week, it's a crossover episode - Rob interivews Isidro Salas of the podcast 10K Tacos, and vis versa on Isidro's podcast! Isidro talks about what it's like growing up in a family that owned a taco truck, and what it was like to be a kid in San Jose, CA.
2018-03-1356 minTacocityBill's Taco HouseThis week, we talk about the 1992 Los Angeles Riots, and about a taqueria that rose from the ashes and continues to make what is arguably the most unique taco we've ever tasted. Then, Rob takes you on a chile pepper primer - learn about the flavor & heat level of almost every chile you'll need to cook with!
2018-03-0641 minTacocityRevolutionario North African TacosThis week, we head to Algeria to learn about the food that Chef Farid Zadi of South Los Angeles' Revolutionario makes every day - the only North African taco joint in town! Then, Rob & Allison make Panko Crusted Salmon tacos!
2018-02-2743 minTacocityCorazón AzulThis week we're in the small but mighty town of Rialto, CA, to talk with Luis Magana about Corazón Azul & his signature, one-of-a-kind blue corn tortillas, and how food & family intersect. Then, Rob takes you in the kitchen to make your own corn tortillas at home!
2018-02-1945 min
Film Reverie Indie Film PodcastRob Gokee and TacosHello Film Reverie listeners! This week we have our friend Rob Gokee on the show to talk about film composing and tacos. That’s right tacos. Those of you who know Rob, already know that he has an obsession for tacos. Eating them and making them and then eating them again. His love for tacos is so much so that he is actually writing a book called Tacocity. We talk film composing, movie trailers, social networking, and self-publishing in this episode. Rob is a really smart guy and has a lot to share. We hope you enjoy our conversation.
2018-02-1658 minTacocityAllison VanoreThis week Rob sits down with his sous chef, Allison Vanore to talk about the history of tacos, taco crawls in Tijuana, and what place in Long Beach started Rob's taco obsession!
2018-02-1332 minTacocityTornandezThis week, we interview Minerva, owner of Tornandez Restaurante Mexicano in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, and she talks to us about how she brought the flavors of Puebla to the Garden State. Then, Rob & Allison break down breakfast with a recipe for Potato, Egg & Chorizo tacos!
2018-02-0543 minTacocityChef Ed RobinsonIn this week's super-sized episode, Rob sits down with Chef Ed Robinson to discuss tacos, taquerias, sense memory, and more, before they head into the kitchen together to make Bacon Lettuce Tomato Avocado tacos. Did we mention there's drinking involved?
2018-01-301h 13
TacocityChef Esdras OchoaThis week we got an exclusive with the Taco Legend, Netflix’s The Final Tables’s Chef Esdras Ochoa, who spearheaded Mexicali Taco Co, Salazar, and 11 Westside in Hong Kong. Then, learn how to make Cheese & Poblano Taquitos!
2018-01-2254 minTacocityEl CotorroThis week we take a trip to the Southwest and talk about The Order of The Golden Fleece and how it relates to tacos - specifically tacos at El Cotorro in Albuquerque. Then, a vegan recipe for Cauliflower Tacos!
2018-01-1640 minTacocityDiabloWhat do Maple Fried Chicken tacos and Scotland have to do with each other? This week Rob takes you on a trip from Scotland to Mexico to Los Angeles, and we learn about Diablo Tacos. Then... a Big Mac taco recipe. That's right.
2018-01-0928 min
TacocityLa FogataThis week, we explore the link between an Armenian family fleeing from their homeland & how their Mexico City roots created the best Machaca Tacos in the San Fernando Valley. Then, make your own shredded beef tacos with Rob!
2018-01-0135 minTacocityWhite Boy TacosThis week, we meet a man who feeds the homeless with tacos from his cart on Skid Row in downtown Los Angeles, which he tries to make a living himself - Ben McMillan of White Boy Tacos. Also, Rob concocts a recipe for Shiitake Mushroom & Brie Tacos!
2017-11-1451 minTacocityTacombiWhat do pirates have to do with tacos?! Rob finds a connection between the two, & interviews Dario Wolos of NYC's Tacombi about how he took a VW bus from Mexico City to New York, all while cooking tacos out of it! Then, this week's recipe is Shrimp Tacos!
2017-11-0647 min
Film Reverie Indie Film PodcastRob Gokee ReturnsIn this episode we talk with Rob Gokee about his new web series Brian Majestic: Dinosaur Hunter, composition for TV & Film, and some super special, top secret news that no one else knows! Listen in. Rob is always fun to talk to and has a lot of interesting things to say.
2017-11-041h 19Film Reverie Indie Film PodcastRob GokeeOur first episode with our first guest and friend Rob Gokee who writes music for indie films, television and webseries. This Los Angeles-based composer is known for his varying style & flexibility, studied Music Theory & Composition at the University of New Mexico, and then spent six months under the tutelage of world renowned composer Christopher Young (Spider-Man 3, The Grudge, Ghost Rider). Rob has scored 12 feature films, over 100 short films, and three dozen different TV series & pilots, including the National Geographic show “Known Universe,” SyFy’s “Fact Or Faked,” PBS’ “Roadtrip Nation,” Speed Channel’s “Car Science,” and TruTV’s “Police POV.” Rob has also scored commerci...
2017-11-0449 minTacocityInterview with Chef Chris HillRob spent the week on podcaster panels at the Austin Film Fest, so this week we've got a special interview episode - Chef Chris Hill & Rob talk about the Mexican influence in the food industry across America.
2017-10-3045 minTacocityPuestoWe take a trip to San Diego to visit with Puesto! Eric Adler & Chef Katy Smith sit down with Rob & talk about the principles & recipes behind San Diego's favorite Mexican restaurant. Then, learn how to make your own Salsa Roja!
2017-10-1639 min
TacocityGuerrilla TacosThis week, Rob has a conversation with Wes Avila, the chef behind the insanely popular Guerrilla Tacos in Los Angeles. Chef Wes talks about his upbringing in Pico Rivera, why he chooses the ingredients he does, and tells the incredible story of going from taco cart to pimped out taco truck! Then, Rob walks you through making Chili Cheese Dog Tacos. What?!
2017-10-1036 min
TacocityBlack Rooster TaqueriaThis week, we head southeast to Orlando, Florida, where we meet John & Juliana Calloway, who brought authentic tacos to the Mills 50 neighborhood with their hit restaurant Black Rooster Taqueria. Then, Rob will teach you how to roast your own Hatch Green Chiles!
2017-10-0222 minTacocityGuisadosThis week we explore the origins of the Boyle Heights neighborhood in Los Angeles, and how Guisados put it on the taco map. Learn about their handmade tortillas, stews and how a father & son turned an empty building into a thriving enterprise. Then, Rob teaches you how to make your own Pork Green Chile Tacos!
2017-09-2535 minTacocityRicky's Fish TacosIn this episode, Rob takes you south of San Diego into Ensenada, Mexico, to learn about the history of the fish taco, and how Ricky Pina carved out a business bringing his own fish taco recipe to life in Los Angeles.
2017-09-1830 minTacocityMexicali Taco CompanyHost Rob Gokee takes you on a trip to the city of Mexicali, where you'll learn about how Chinese immigrants affect the food and culture, and how Esdras Ochoa gave birth to Mexicali Taco Co., creating one of the best carne asada tacos in Los Angeles in the process,
2017-09-0535 minTacocityTeaserTeaser episode for the new podcast Tacocity. Meet host Rob Gokee and learn about what's going to be covered weekly in this taco-centric show!
2017-08-3005 min
The OmniplexTFR 36: What's the Score? w/Composer Rob GokeeEver wanted to know how all that music you hear in your favorite TV shows and movies gets made? We did too! So we asked composer Rob Gokee how it's done! Austin, Al, and Rob talk all manner of things, from music to movies (and all of the above), to TV shows we're keeping up with. Join us as we discuss the stuff of pure emotion!
Most of the backing tracks to this episode are Rob's compositions, all of which can be found on Rob's site at RobGokee.com. We encourage you to listen to them on their own, t...
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