The Food Court Podcast: 4th of July Spectacular!

This week, we’re celebrating with none other than competitive eating sensation James Webb—and before he heads to Coney Island, he’s here to tell you all about his incredible new documentary:

James Can Eat, premiering this August on VOD and streaming exclusively on Prime Video!
Get ready to experience James’s journey like never before—from humble beginnings in Baulkham Hills, Australia, to breaking records on the global stage. It’s a must-see story of grit, determination, and the unstoppable drive to become the undisputed Champion of the Southern Hemisphere. You’ll watch him tackle impossible challenges (including the 5kg Burger Challenge nobody thought could be beaten), face down setbacks, and prove the doubters wrong. When you see this documentary, you’ll become a James Webb fan for life. And that’s not all—James is gearing up to make history again at Coney Island’s legendary Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest!
Catch him LIVE on ESPN2 at NOON ET this 4th of July as he goes head-to-head (and bite-to-bite) with the best in the world—including the iconic Joey Chestnut. In this episode, Paul and I talk with James about: How you train to eat 40+ hot dogs in 10 minutes without passing out The secrets of mental toughness and strategy in competitive eating What actually happens to your body after you devour mountains of food His record-shattering 5kg Burger Challenge that made national news The kids back home chanting “Webb! Webb! Webb!” in Australia And so much more When the history of competitive eating is written, James Webb’s name is front and center: 41.5 Nathan’s hot dogs in 10 minutes at his debut qualifier 59.5 glazed donuts in 8 minutes at World Donut Day Countless records in pizza, sweet corn, and beyond Follow James on Instagram: @jwebby_can.eat️ Follow, rate, and subscribe to The Food Court on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. Follow us on Instagram: @the_food_court_rolandos It’s the ultimate 4th of July feast for your ears—tune in, cheer James on, and get inspired!

The Food Court: Animal. – Meat, Myths & Going Full Carnivore

This week on The Food Court, we’re joined by writer, director, and producer Josh Feldman, the visionary behind the bold new documentary Animal, now playing in select theaters and streaming platforms.

Animal. unmasks a century of lies about meat, health, and nutrition—exposing how political, religious, and corporate agendas shaped the modern food pyramid and left us sick, tired, and dependent on Big Pharma . Josh dives deep into his personal journey, the film’s cinematic influences, and why reclaiming our ancestral diet may be the key to real healing .

We also sink our teeth into: Why meat is medicine The truth about butter, tallow, and seed oils Why plants might not be the health heroes we thought
️ The mental clarity and energy boost of going full carnivore

Roland and Paul share how they discovered the carnivore diet after hearing Dr. Shawn Baker on Joe Rogan’s podcast—and how his Carnivore Diet Cookbook ( available now on Amazon) changed their view of food forever.

Featuring voices like Dr. Ken Berry, Dr. Anthony Chaffee, Steak and Butter Gal, Dr. Cate Shanahan, Dr. Eric Berg,and many more—animal. is a primal call to wake up, eat smart, and feel alive again.

Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your shows Watch the full interview on YouTube – just search The Food Court Podcast Check out animal. on social: @animaldocfilm

This Week on Food Court: Derrick Hayes of Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks!

From the streets of West Philadelphia to the heart of Atlanta’s food scene, Derrick Hayes is the definition of a hustler with heart. We sit down with the CEO and founder of the Big Dave’s Cheesesteaks empire to talk about his incredible journey — from cooking with his grandfather as a kid to building one of the fastest-rising food brands in the country.

Did you know Big Dave’s ranked #6 on Fast Casual’s Movers & Shakers list? Or that a single cheesesteak post from Eve changed his entire business overnight? We talk all about his booming franchise locations, his game-changing All Purpose Spice blend , and what it means to bring authentic Philly flavor to the South.

But that’s not all — Derrick also gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming appearance as a featured speaker at InvestFest 2025
, and shares how he's turning his platform into purpose through the David and Derrick Hayes Foundation and college fund initiatives.

Oh — and yes, he drops gems on entrepreneurship, purpose, and why being real, relentless, and rooted in your "why" is the key to scaling success.

Derrick Hayes isn’t just selling sandwiches — he’s building legacy. Tap in. This one’s for the dreamers.

You can hear it now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen to your podcasts.