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125. From Chopped Champion to Top Chef: Chef Anthony Jones

May 25, 2026 • Rich Herrera • Episode 125

0:00 | 36:02

Top Chef Season 23 star and Chopped Champion Chef Anthony Jones opens up about his shocking elimination, the intense pressure of Restaurant Wars, the infamous rabbit dish, and what really happens in those long stew rooms. From discovering his passion watching Japanese Iron Chef as a kid to working under Marcus Samuelsson, Chef Anthony shares raw stories about family expectations, building flavor under fire, and how Top Chef changed him. A must-listen for foodies, aspiring chefs, and Top Chef fans.

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