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Episode: NYC vs LA Food Wars with Brad Stoll

This week on Diet Starts Tomorrow, host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian and food vlogger Brad Stoll to dive deep into the ultimate culinary showdown: New York vs Los Angeles. From iconic bagels and pizza slices to trendy LA bites, we break down the flavors, the culture, and the hype behind each coast’s food scene.

Brad shares his top NYC food recommendations, hidden gems, and go-to spots that every foodie needs to try. Whether you're a die-hard New Yorker or a West Coast flavor chaser, this episode is packed with laughs, hot takes, and mouthwatering insights.

🍕🥯 Topics include:

• NYC vs LA food culture
• The best bagels in New York
• Brad’s favorite NYC restaurants and eats
• Comedic takes on food trends and vlogging

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In this hilarious episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, host Mahesh Kotagi sits down with comedian Roger Staton to talk all things food, funny, and Florida.

From late-night Taco Bell cravings to the unpredictable world of eating on the road as a touring comic, Roger shares wild stories, regional food adventures, and his thoughts on some of the weirdest meats he's encountered across the Sunshine State.

We cover:

• Why Taco Bell might be the ultimate road trip meal
• The challenges of staying healthy while touring
• Strange Florida delicacies you won’t believe exist
• Comedy, cravings, and chaos on the road

Whether you're a foodie, a comedy fan, or just here for the weird Florida stories, this episode has something for you.

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This week comedian and actor Irene Morales joins us to talk her role in Netflix's Tires season 2, she brings her dog which Mahesh may or may not be scared of, her Cuban heritage and where to find the best Cuban and Latin foods in Miami and NYC. 

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Hey! sorry for the delay check out this live episode from Desi Galli in NYC. It's Indian street food done right. The full video is on YouTube soon and back next week with comedians!

Thanks for the support please tell a friend or two so we can keep growing and doing more fun episodes!!!

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Welcome back to Diet Starts Tomorrow! Comedian Lucas Connolly joins us this week to discuss growing up in Wyoming, what city had the absolute worst food in the entire country, touring for months on end across the USA, and how he ALMOST made it onto the hit show MASTER CHEF.

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Happy 4th of July folks! Today we have a live interview at CHATT DOG with owner and food journalist Pervaiz Shallwani. 

What is Chaat? (Chāt) — “to lick” or “to taste” in Hindi — is a savory snack that is ubiquitous on the streets and menus across Pakistan, Bangladesh and India.

Chaat Dog: An all-beef hot dog on a ghee-toasted bun, topped with chaat and finished with cilantro chutney, tamarind-plum chutney, fried onions, a Sev & boondi crunch, fresh cilantro & pickled hot wax peppers that we make in-house.

Buckle up for a great episode and watch the full video and test of the dogs on YouTube, please like and subscribe!

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We are back with Mike Albanese this week talking about his new genius ice cream shop idea and the best coffee in NYC!

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Hey! Sorry for the delay we had some audio issues this week - enjoy this live episode from Madras Dosa Co in Manhattan!! The video on youtube has hit over 10k views - thanks so much for the support -- go over there to watch the full food show! Back with guests next week!!!

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Sorry for the delay! Charles McBee joins us for another great episode! Thanks for all the support and sharing, we are growing! Let a friend know about the pod, and we will see ya back next week!

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In this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, we're joined by producer Mike Albanese for a fun and insightful post-wedding recap! Congrats to the big guy!!!

We dive into all things wedding-related, from the unforgettable wedding foods to crafting the perfect Old Fashioned cocktail. Plus, we have a hilarious brainstorming session where we come up with the ultimate nacho restaurant name that will leave you hungry for more.

But that's not all! Mahesh Kotagi also joins the conversation to talk about his favorite Chicago foods, and we get into a playful debate about why we might just think Chicago is the better city than NYC. From deep-dish pizza to hot dogs, Mahesh’s food takes will have you questioning your next city trip.

🎧 Topics covered:

• Wedding food favorites
• Tips for making the perfect Old Fashioned
• Creative ideas for the best nacho restaurant name
• Mahesh’s love for Chicago foods (and why Chicago might just be better than NYC)
• Behind-the-scenes wedding fun with Mike Albanese

Tune in for a mix of laughs, wedding wisdom, culinary inspiration, and a little friendly city rivalry. Don’t forget to rate and subscribe for more episodes of Diet Starts Tomorrow!

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