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Niver Niver Land

Gleam Tower Media

48 episodes

1 week ago

This episode of Niver Niver Land features a high-energy live recording from the Falling Knife Brewing Company taproom, where host Tim Niver sits down with the duo behind the Wrecktangle Pizza empire: Jeff Rogers and Breanna Evans. Recorded in December 2025, the conversation dives into the messy, beautiful, and often hilarious reality of running a rapidly expanding restaurant group while maintaining a partnership. From their rise from food hall startup to national acclaim on Good Morning Amer...

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This episode of Niver Niver Land features a high-energy live recording from the Falling Knife Brewing Company taproom, where host Tim Niver sits down with the duo behind the Wrecktangle Pizza empire: Jeff Rogers and Breanna Evans. Recorded in December 2025, the conversation dives into the messy, beautiful, and often hilarious reality of running a rapidly expanding restaurant group while maintaining a partnership. From their rise from food hall startup to national acclaim on Good Morning Amer...

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Niver Niver Land

Niver Niver Land LIVE: featuring Jeff Rogers and Breanna Evans of Wrecktangle Pizza

This episode of Niver Niver Land features a high-energy live recording from the Falling Knife Brewing Company taproom, where host Tim Niver sits down with the duo behind the Wrecktangle Pizza empire: Jeff Rogers and Breanna Evans. Recorded in December 2025, the conversation dives into the messy, beautiful, and often hilarious reality of running a rapidly expanding restaurant group while maintaining a partnership. From their rise from food hall startup to national acclaim on Good Morning Amer...

1 week ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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Jasmine Weiser Kaysen: Closing Edward's Dessert Kitchen & Chasing New Beginnings

NiverNiverLand is sponsored by Land O’Lakes Foodservice. You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products specifically developed for use in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® cheese sauces, shreds, and loaves - providing creamy, melty, crave-able appeal for your menu from smashburgers to baked mac and cheese to signature queso…and so much m...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 20 minutes

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Zen Box Izakaya: Exit Interview with Owners John Ng and Lina Goh

NiverNiverLand is sponsored by Land O’Lakes Foodservice. You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products specifically developed for use in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® cheese sauces, shreds, and loaves - providing creamy, melty, crave-able appeal for your menu from smashburgers to baked mac and cheese to signature queso…and so much m...

1 month ago

26 minutes

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Ed Porter: On The Art of Cooking and Rapping and Being Human

Ed Porter is a creative storyteller who moves fluidly between the worlds of food, music, and media. Born in Mount Vernon and raised in The Bronx, Ed’s journey took him from the kitchens of acclaimed restaurants like Aquavit, Café Beulah, and Sweet Ophelia’s to the screen, where he appeared on Guy’s Grocery Games (Food Network) and Netflix’s Pressure Cooker. He trained at the Culinary Institute of America, but his foundation was built earlier: in music. That early passion still informs his per...

2 months ago

1 hour 32 minutes

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Saturday Dumpling Co: From Dumpling Home Cooks to Business Owners

Yo, fam! Peter Bian and Linda Cao, the founders of Saturday Dumpling Co., join us on Niver Niver Land to unpack their journey: from making frozen dumplings during the pandemic to opening their first restaurant in Northeast Minneapolis and expanding into food halls. They share how family recipes, creative risks, and community values shape every dumpling, rice bowl, and new menu idea. This episode is all about hope, grit, and what it means to build something meaningful in the hospitality indust...

3 months ago

1 hour 23 minutes

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Jonathan Janssen, GM of Vinai: Operating the Most Celebrated Restaurant in the Midwest

Presented by Land O'Lakes Foodservice - What up, fam?? Jonathan Janssen, General Manager and Partner at Vinai, joins me to share what it’s been like to run one of America’s top new restaurants. From The New York Times to James Beard, Vinai’s ascent has been swift, yet for Jonathan, the heart of the job remains in the day-to-day: creating a space that honors Hmong heritage, leading a team in the spotlight, and keeping hospitality human at every table. -- NiverNiverLand is sponsored by Land O’L...

4 months ago

1 hour 15 minutes

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Jason Hansen & Peter Sebastian: Building Restaurants with Heart

Presented by Land O'Lakes Foodservice - What up, fam! Jason Hansen and Peter Sebastian join us to trace their restaurant journey, from the cozy Southern European soul of Estelle, to the retro-sandwich comfort of Mario’s, and now Liliana, a modern Italian pasta bar in Woodbury. They share how they balance culinary ambition with community vibes, and why their newest joint feels both familiar and fresh. -- NiverNiverLand is sponsored by Land O’Lakes Foodservice. You might be familiar with Land ...

4 months ago

1 hour 28 minutes

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Does Marcus Samuelsson Ever Sleep?

Presented by Land O'Lakes Foodservice - Hey fam! Today’s guest needs no introduction — but we’re going to give him one anyway. Marcus Samuelsson is one of the most celebrated chefs on the planet. Dozens of restaurants, books, shows, and cultural moments. But behind all that success is someone who cares deeply about food, people, and the stories that connect them. This week on Niver Niver Land, I sat down with Marcus for a conversation that goes far beyond the kitchen. We talked about what it ...

5 months ago

53 minutes

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Diane Moua and Heather Mady: What It's Like To Operate The Hottest Restaurant In Town (Diane's Place)

Presented by Land O'Lakes Foodservice -- Chef Diane Moua built her reputation as one of the Twin Cities’ most respected pastry chefs. Now, with her own restaurant — Diane’s Place in Northeast Minneapolis — she’s blending Hmong tradition, fine-dining experience, and personal history into something entirely new. In this episode, Tim sits down with Diane and General Manager Heather Ann Mady to talk about the heart behind the food, the story behind the space, and the messy beauty of opening a res...

5 months ago

1 hour

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I Finally Got My Parents on the Pod... [SEASON PREMIERE]

I have a Substack now! This is a great place to keep up to date on the show, what I'm doing, and where I'm eating. Click here to subscribe. -- Hey, ya'll! A new season of Niver is finally here. We're kicking this one off with my parents, the source code for everything I've done in my life. The food is from ma, the hospitality is from pa. This is a special one, and I'm glad you're able to share this moment with me. Enjoy, and welcome to a new season of Niver! -- NiverNiverLand is sponsored by ...

6 months ago

24 minutes

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Michelle Rabin: Working with Matty Matheson and Navigating Internet Fame

Michelle is a Toronto-based culinary producer, food stylist, and recipe developer. Find her on IG @michellerabin.

9 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Gavin Kaysen: Striving for Excellence

Gavin Kaysen is a nationally, regionally, and locally renowned chef based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. -- Hey, fam! We’re super excited to announce a new sponsorship with Land O’Lakes. You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products developed to perform in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® cheese sauces, shreds, and loaves - providing cre...

10 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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The Internet Changed this Chef's Life (feat. @chefreactions)

@chefreactions is a renowned internet personality who has made a name for himself commentating on cooking videos on TikTok and Instagram. -- Hey, fam! We’re super excited to announce a new sponsorship with Land O’Lakes. You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products developed to perform in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® cheese sauce...

11 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes

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Every Restaurant Is Three Months Away From Closing

We have a quick one for you today.Revival, an iconic fried chicken concept with several locations in Minnesota, just announced the closure of all their restaurants (January 20th).Whether you knew about Revival or not, Tim wanted to offer his thoughts on the nature of the restaurant business and the reality of closures.He offers these comments as he is about to close one of his restaurants, Saint Dinette, in March.Thanks for listening.

11 months ago

17 minutes

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Andrew Zimmern: "Career" as an Art Form

Andrew Zimmern is a renowned chef, producer, and media personality.Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the host and guest and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of our sponsors.--Hey, fam! We’re super excited to announce a new sponsorship with Land O’Lakes.You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products developed to perform in foodservice kitchens? If you're a ch...

1 year ago

2 hours 10 minutes

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Zoë François: Smart, Successful, and Constantly Afraid (@zoebakes)

Zoë François is an Emmy-nominated TV host, NYT bestselling author, social media influencer, and all-around dope person.Find her on Instagram @zoebakes--Hey, fam! We’re super excited to announce a new sponsorship with Land O’Lakes.You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products developed to perform in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® chees...

1 year ago

1 hour 2 minutes

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Karyn Tomlinson: "Grandma Chic" Personified

Karyn Tomlinson is chef/owner of Myriel in St. Paul, MN.--Hey, fam! We’re super excited to announce a new sponsorship with Land O’Lakes.You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products developed to perform in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® cheese sauces, shreds, and loaves - providing creamy, melty, crave-able appeal for your menu from s...

1 year ago

1 hour 9 minutes

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Adam Platt: Why Do People Open Restaurants? No, Seriously.

Adam Platt is the executive editor of Twin Cities Business Magazine.--Hey, fam! We’re super excited to announce a new sponsorship with Land O’Lakes.You might be familiar with Land O'Lakes Butter and cheese in the grocery aisle, but did you know they also sell dairy products developed to perform in foodservice kitchens? If you're a chef or operator in the industry, check out their offerings like Extra Melt® cheese sauces, shreds, and loaves - providing creamy, melty, crave-able appeal for your...

1 year ago

1 hour 25 minutes

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Tim McKee: Opening a New Restaurant Will Take Everything You've Got (And More)

We’re back! I spoke to the one and only Tim McKee. If you know you know. You probably know. Minnesota dining legend. He’s a James Beard award-winning chef, and his resume is absolutely killer: La Belle Vie, Octo Fish Bar, Solera, Barrio, and Sea Change, just to name a few. Today, he’s working on a North Loop restaurant that’ll focus on the flavors of Spain’s Basque region.Chefs and industry people, this one is for you. We talk about the trials and tribulations of running a spot. We talk about...

1 year ago

1 hour 20 minutes

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Gabriella Grant-Spangler & Ben Spangler: A Newer (and Cooler) Generation of Restaurateurs

These Minneapolis-based cool kids are the masterminds behind Bebe Zito and Ouro Pizzaria. They were also involved in bringing the incredible Eat Street Crossing to life. Literally, everything they do screams "cool." But, man, they're tired. They're stressed. They aren't afraid to admit it. So let's talk about it. I appreciated this candid opportunity to sit down with them and understand who they are and where they come from. This was my first time really sitting down and getting to know these...

1 year ago

1 hour 14 minutes