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I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza

Dan Souza

Booking Overview

This is a celebrity-focused food and personality interview show in which Dan Souza uses disliked ingredients to prompt candid conversations about pivotal life and career experiences. Credible candidates include prominent chefs, restaurateurs, entertainers, authors, athletes, and public intellectuals with distinctive food preferences and compelling personal stories; booking is likely high difficulty because the show targets recognizable public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 16

Frequency: Every two weeks

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcasts@americastest.kitchen

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Host

Dan Souza - Chef, food writer, and editor-in-chief of America's Test Kitchen, known for explaining cooking science and techniques in an accessible way.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Recognized chefs, restaurateurs, entertainers, authors, athletes, scientists, and other public figures with established careers, notable media visibility, or a strong personal story connected to food and changing perspectives.
Required Achievements:  
Successful restaurants or culinary careers, Best-selling books or memoirs, Television or film credits, Major comedy or speaking careers, Professional athletic or entertainment achievements

Recent Guest Discussions

Rick Bayless - His Lifelong Dislike Of Celery, Childhood Influences, Transformative Experiences In Mexico City, Restaurant Leadership, And Advice From Jacques Pépin.

Neil deGrasse Tyson - His Dislike Of Yogurt, The Evidence Required To Prove Extraterrestrial Life, The Kitchen As A Laboratory, And The Experiences That Shaped His Scientific Career.

Eddie Huang - His Aversion To Licorice, Formative Films, The Impact Of A New York Times Review, Fresh Off The Boat, And Writing His Novel Coming Undone.

Braun Strowman - His Dislike Of Green Peas, Overcoming Adversity, The Role Of Bullying In His Development, And His Work Hosting Everything On The Menu With Braun Strowman.

Phoebe Robinson - Her Dislike Of Green Peas, Persistence Before Fame, Portlandia, Touring, And Her Upcoming Comedy Tour Feral & Fired Up!.

Recent Topics

Food, Cooking, Chefs, Restaurants, Mindset

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza
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Murray Hill vs. Tomatoes

October 08, 2026

Murray Hill hates tomatoes, to the point that even looking at one makes him gag. Dan puts three dishes to the test hoping to change his mind. Along the way, Murray explains how performing helped him find himself, why Somebody Somewhere gave him the chance to feel seen, and how writing his memoir helped him reckon with his past. But will Dan win him over on tomatoes? Recipes Mentioned: Marinated Cherry Tomatoes w/ Mozzarella Pimento Cheese BLT Salmorejo (Spanish Chilled Tomato Soup)

Geoffrey Zakarian vs. Mackerel

September 24, 2026

Restaurateur, author, and long-time chef Geoffrey Zakarian has dined across the world – and yet – he can’t escape one pesky ingredient: mackerel. Dan pulls out all stops in three mackerel-packed dishes, determined to change Geoffrey’s mind. Between bites, Geoffrey shares tales from his year abroad in France and on The Kitchen, and discusses the importance of keeping yourself busy.

Amber Ruffin vs. Broccoli

September 10, 2026

Amber Ruffin says she hates almost all food, broccoli included. Dan puts three dishes to the test, hoping to change her mind. Along the way, Amber explains how being the youngest of five turned her into a lifelong picky eater, the gut-punch call that came three days after losing out on SNL, why bombing on stage cured her of fear, and the unforgettable night a sleeping audience member stole the show. Does Dan finally win her over on broccoli?

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Frequently asked questions

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I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza
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How do I get in touch with I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza?

I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza is hosted by Dan Souza. Its publicly listed email is podcasts@americastest.kitchen. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza?

The publicly listed email for I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza: podcasts@americastest.kitchen.

How many listeners does I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza have?

Podseeker estimates I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza?

I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Recognized chefs, restaurateurs, entertainers, authors, athletes, scientists, and other public figures with established careers, notable media visibility, or a strong personal story connected to food and changing perspectives. Common among recent guests: Successful restaurants or culinary careers; Best-selling books or memoirs; Television or film credits. Recent guests include Rick Bayless, Neil deGrasse Tyson, and Eddie Huang.

How hard is it to get booked on I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does I Changed My Mind with Dan Souza cover?

Recent episodes cover Food, Cooking, Chefs, Restaurants, and Mindset. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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