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Taqueando with Bill Esparza

Bill Esparza

Booking Overview

A food-culture interview and commentary show focused on Mexican and Latino cuisine, street food, restaurants, and regional food traditions, with occasional interviews featuring chefs, restaurateurs, and food writers. PR agencies could pitch culinary professionals and writers with firsthand expertise in Mexican or Latino food, regional cuisines, and restaurant culture; booking difficulty is likely low for well-matched, established specialists.

Metrics

Episodes: 75

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

Instagram: 53.0k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thelacountdown@gmail.com

hello@acquiredtastemedia.com

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Host

Bill Esparza - James Beard Award-winning writer known for his coverage of Mexican and Latino food culture.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Firsthand expertise in Mexican or Latino cuisine, restaurants, or food writing, such as running a notable restaurant or contributing food journalism.
Required Achievements:  
Ownership or leadership of a notable restaurant or food business, Published food writing or contributions to an established food publication

Recent Guest Discussions

Danny Castillo - California Barbecue's Mexican Roots, Overlooked Barbecue Pioneers, And The Future Of Heritage Barbecue.

Matt Kang - Los Angeles Taqueria Hype, Sonora-style Carne Asada, The Influence Of Diners And Influencers, And What Makes A Lasting Taco Concept.

Recent Topics

Food, Mexican Cuisine, Street Food, Tacos, Restaurants

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Taqueando with Bill Esparza
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LA TACO's Meltdown: Memo Torres, Javier Cabral & the Fallout

October 28, 2026

All hell has broken loose at LA TACO. Following the firing of longtime reporter Memo Torres, the departure of Izzy Ramirez, and a series of increasingly contentious public statements, one of Los Angeles' most beloved independent publications finds itself at the center of an extraordinary controversy.Bill Esparza and Rob break down the entire saga, from the ethical questions surrounding Torres' relationship with a California state senator to LA TACO's handling of the fallout, its o...

LA Has a Wet Trompo Problem. Danny Trejo Has a Bigger One.

October 21, 2026

Los Angeles, we have a wet trompo problem. And Bill Esparza has had enough.This week on Taqueando, Bill and Robert Haleblian get to the bottom of why so much of LA's beloved al pastor is drowning in adobo. From Angel's Tijuana Tacos to the legendary trompos of Mexico City, they break down what separates a truly great taco from a soggy imitation, why the traditional taco brigade matters, and where to find the best al pastor and adobada in Los Angeles.But first, Bill has some words for ...

Is Michelin Falling for Mexico City’s Taco Hype?

October 14, 2026

Taqueando has a new home! Search “Acquired Taste” on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and follow the feed for new episodes of Taqueando with Bill Esparza, alongside The LA Food Podcast and Compliments to the Chef.This week: are Mexico City’s most viral tacos worth the hype? Bill and producer Robert Haleblian dig into Michelin-starred taquerías, La Once Mil, and the influencers steering tourists toward luxury tacos. What happens when premium ingredients get more attention than the traditions, family ...

Frequently asked questions

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Taqueando with Bill Esparza
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How do I get in touch with Taqueando with Bill Esparza?

Taqueando with Bill Esparza is hosted by Bill Esparza. Its publicly listed emails are thelacountdown@gmail.com and hello@acquiredtastemedia.com. 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 Taqueando with Bill Esparza?

The publicly listed emails for Taqueando with Bill Esparza: thelacountdown@gmail.com and hello@acquiredtastemedia.com.

How many listeners does Taqueando with Bill Esparza have?

Podseeker estimates Taqueando with Bill Esparza reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Taqueando with Bill Esparza?

Taqueando with Bill Esparza typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Firsthand expertise in Mexican or Latino cuisine, restaurants, or food writing, such as running a notable restaurant or contributing food journalism. Common among recent guests: Ownership or leadership of a notable restaurant or food business; Published food writing or contributions to an established food publication. Recent guests include Danny Castillo and Matt Kang.

How hard is it to get booked on Taqueando with Bill Esparza?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Taqueando with Bill Esparza cover?

Recent episodes cover Food, Mexican Cuisine, Street Food, Tacos, and Restaurants. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

thelacountdown@gmail.com

hello@acquiredtastemedia.com

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