{"podcast":{"title":"Ash Said It® Show","slug":"ash-said-it-show-219659","podcast_index_feed_id":219659,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/1213325/episodes/feed","website_url":"http://www.ashsaidit.com","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4b6bdbc8ff005697ae05f4431fb0f642.jpg","author":"Ash Brown","episode_count":1000,"summary":"Welcome to the show where I keep it 100 on everything from entrepreneurship and lifestyle to the wildest parts of pop culture. With over 2200+ episodes and 700,000 streams under my belt, The Ash Said It Show is all about that perfect mix of high energy and real talk. I took the brand my mom Donna Theresa inspired and turned it into a global hangout for anyone who wants to level up while having a blast. Think of it as your daily dose of \"All Things Creative.\" One day I might be geeking out over 80s nostalgia or the best matcha latte in Atlanta, and the next I am sitting down with a visionary leader to talk about how to actually win in business. It is fun, it is insightful, and it is always authentic. I have spent years building a community that celebrates the grind but also knows how to enjoy the journey. Whether you are a fellow entrepreneur, a fan of \"Within The Hummingbird,\" or just someone looking for a fresh perspective, I am here to help you navigate life with a little extra flair. Grab your favorite snack, tune in, and let’s get into it. This isn't just a podcast—it’s a whole vibe. To stay up-to-date with Ash's latest interviews and content, visit her website at http://www.A…","last_synced_at":"2026-06-23T12:20:42.868447+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659"},"episode":{"title":"Episode 2176 - Executive Chef Axel Torres of Four Seasons Atlanta","slug":"episode-2176-executive-chef-axel-torres-of-four-seasons-atlanta","published_at":"2026-03-08T20:17:03+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659/episode-2176-executive-chef-axel-torres-of-four-seasons-atlanta","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659","url":"https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2176-executive-chef-axel-torres-of-four-seasons-atlanta--70540005","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70540005/imported_28b23976_ba76_4b65_8db6_ec7ff71febd4.mp3","summary":"In this definitive episode of The Ash Said It Show, multimedia host Ash Brown sits down with Chef Axel Torres, the Executive Chef of the Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta, to discuss his achievement of becoming a Certified Executive Chef (CEC). Often referred to as the \"culinary bar exam\" by the American Culinary Federation (ACF), this elite certification represents a pinnacle of professional mastery. Chef Torres reveals that the most surprisingly grueling aspect of the CEC exam was the \"Market Basket\" logistics—a high-pressure test requiring a three-course meal created from mystery ingredients under a strict timeline. This challenge tests a chef’s mental gymnastics, sanitation standards, and technical precision under the scrutiny of master judges. For guests dining at the Four Seasons Atlanta, this certification translates into an elevated culinary experience defined by technical mastery and consistent excellence. Every dish reflects a scientific approach to emulsification, protein cookery, and nutritional balance, ensuring the \"Four Seasons standard\" remains industry-validated. Chef Axel’s pursuit of this certification at the height of his career serves as a blueprint for his sous chefs and line cooks, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional evolution. He believes that mastering the foundational \"strict rules\" of the ACF certification provides the necessary grounding for the artistic freedom needed to run a top-tier hotel kitchen. Looking toward the future of the Atlanta culinary scene, Chef Axel is focused on bringing high-end culinary trends to the hotel through hyper-local sourcing and wellness-driven menus. He aims to deepen relationships with Georgia farmers to refine farm-to-table dining at the Four Seasons Atlanta, while also integrating more expe…","meta_description":"In this definitive episode of The Ash Said It Show, multimedia host Ash Brown sits down with Chef Axel Torres, the Executive Chef of the Four Seasons Hote…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":770,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/ash-said-it-show-219659/episodes/episode-2176-executive-chef-axel-torres-of-four-seasons-atlanta/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ash-said-it-show-219659/episode-2176-executive-chef-axel-torres-of-four-seasons-atlanta.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}