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Voice4Chefs

The **Voice4Chefs Podcast**, hosted by Michael Dugan comes out of the kitchen and into the studio. We celebrate the culinary world by sharing the stories of chefs, restaurateurs, and food innovators. With guests from around the globe, the show explores the art, passion, and creativity behind the culinary profession, offering inspiring insights for food lovers everywhere.

Recent Episodes

June 8, 2025

EP87: Celebrating 4 Years of The Voice4Chefs Podcast: How Toastmaster…

Send us a text In this special 4-year anniversary episode of the Voice4Chefs Podcast, host Michael Dugan sits in the guest chair—interviewed by Arthur J Byrnes from Podmasters Advanced Toastmasters Club. Michael shares his deeply personal journey through Toastmasters, revealing how it helped him co…

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May 31, 2025

EP 86: Part II Lessons Beyond The Kitchen: Mental Health at The CIA

Send us a text As we conclude the month of May. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Voice4Chefs is proud to rerelease this special episode to spotlight the courageous and inspiring journey of Chef Abbey, whose story sheds light on the challenges—and triumphs—of mental health in the culinary …

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May 31, 2025

EP 85: Part I Lessons Beyond The Kitchen: Mental Health at The CIA

Send us a text As we conclude the month of May. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Voice4Chefs is proud to rerelease and spotlight the courageous and inspiring journey of Chef Abbey, whose story sheds light on the challenges—and triumphs—of mental health in the culinary world. As a young la…

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May 12, 2025

EP84: Part II Chef Ashley Brown: Chopped to Leading at Four by Brothe…

Send us a text Part II of Chef Ashley Brown's Culinary Journey: From Competitions to Chopped In the season 4 premiere of Voice4Chefs, we continue diving into Chef Ashley Brown's journey in the culinary world. Ashley shares her experiences from competing in local competitions, working alongside othe…

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May 11, 2025

EP83: Chef Ashley Brown: Chopped to Leading at Four by Brother Luck

Send us a text Kicking Off Season Four: Chef Ashley Brown's Culinary Journey Season Four of Voice4Chefs kicks off with a special Mother's Day episode featuring Chef Ashley Brown from Colorado Springs. A chef and mother she shares her journey from a young culinary enthusiast to a chef de cuisine at …

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March 31, 2025

EP 82: Joanna James Advocating for Women in Hospitality Mapp 5Yr Cele…

Send us a text Voice4Chefs is celebrating Mapp’s Five Year anniversary at The Women in Hospitality Conference at the Wynn in Las Vegas. We're proud to rerelease this original episode an amazing interview for you. Thanks to JI...

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Reviews

Amazing Content

"It’s such a joy to sit back and listen to these awesome chefs and their journeys! I take podcast with me on my walks! Such a great way to pass the time!"

Laura Key | Aug. 14, 2021

Culinary Delight

"Great information on where Toastmasters meet podcasting. This episode was a culinary delight filled with food for thought."

Joni Laidlaw | May 11, 2025

Amazing Insights, Fun Connections & More

"Michael has such a way of connecting with his guests and encouraging them to share more. These are fun; we hear insights into how the chefs arrived where they are today and their journey along the wa…"

Val JE | March 14, 2024