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Podcast: Foodie and the Beast
Episode: Foodie and the Beast - March 9, 2025
Description:  Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis.   On today’ show:  ·        Dan Ziegler, founder of the Chacho Distillery in Takoma Park, with his special take on Colombian aguardiente;                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 ·        Dani Mathey , COO of the 801 Restaurant Group, which has opened its first East Coast restaurant, the 801 Chophouse in Tysons Corner;                                                                                                      ·        Moe Yamada, also known as the Kimono Mom. She is a former maiko (apprentice geisha) turned YouTuber, entrepreneur, and mother. Through her global platform, she shares the beauty of Japanese home cooking and culture, connecting with audiences from 192countries;                                                                                                     ·        Julie Verratti, the  chief brand officer for Denizens Brewing, joinsus with new executive chef Shannan Troncoso to chat about what’s co