Episodes

  • He Wanted to Ride Me Like a Horse & Other Five-Star Shenanigans
    Apr 19 2025

    Grab your wine and clutch your pearls—this episode of You're Not Special is a wild ride through the outrageous (and disturbingly true) world of restaurant horror stories. From entitled grandpas grabbing cheeks to a woman demanding someone microwave her shoes (yes, really), Erin and Dr. Sizzle hold nothing back.

    We’re talkin’ creepy celebrities, projectile wine glasses, the mysterious case of the water allergy, and one dude who thought using someone’s face as toilet paper was a compliment. Hospitality? More like Hostile-ity.

    ✨ This episode is messy, unfiltered, and absolutely unmissable.
    💀 Caution: May cause spitting out drinks and deeply questioning humanity.
    🍷 Bonus points if you’re drinking 1942 on the rocks while listening.

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    46 mins
  • Toast Points & Trust Falls: Kitchen Chaos, Dirty Jokes, and Restaurant Revelations
    Apr 12 2025

    Ever wondered what happens when your whole kitchen crew jumps ship and you’re left with strangers, salad drama, and a black-and-blue mystery steak? Welcome to another wild ride on You're Not Special, where Erin, Dr. Sizzle, and company spill the (wine-soaked) tea on the chaos of restaurant life.

    They dish on the secret recipe for building trust in high-stress kitchens, the politics of toast points, and why flirting with your sous chef might just be strategic. It's the perfect blend of unfiltered humor, behind-the-scenes antics, and a reminder that in restaurant fams—you're either in the weeds or laughing through it.

    Warning: May cause cravings for French toast and a strong urge to call out that one coworker who never takes a 20-top.

    🔥 Grab your apron, hit play, and let the chaos commence.

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    30 mins
  • Party Like It’s Your Job… Because It (Almost) Is!
    Mar 22 2025

    Some people go to work; others go to party—and somehow, those two things overlap more than you’d think! In this episode, we dive into the wild, the weird, and the why-is-this-even-happening moments that make every event unforgettable (for better or worse). From unexpected VIP encounters to after-hours chaos, get ready for behind-the-scenes stories that prove the real party starts after the party. Grab a drink (or a coffee for recovery) and tune in for the funniest tales from the trenches of event life!

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Oops, I Did It Again... And Other Life Lessons I Should’ve Learned by Now
    Mar 14 2025

    Ever found yourself knee-deep in a mess thinking, “Welp, here we go again”? You’re not alone! In this episode, we spill the tea on life’s most ridiculous repeat offenses, the lessons we should’ve learned (but didn’t), and the hilarious misadventures that make us all gloriously human. Buckle up—it’s going to be a laugh-out-loud ride through the chaos of personal growth!

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    56 mins
  • Locked Up, but Not Shut Up: Hilarious Tales from the Inside
    Mar 7 2025

    If you work in this industry, chances are you’ve got at least one story about being arrested or landing in jail—it’s practically a rite of passage! In this laugh-out-loud episode, we dive into the unexpected, the absurd, and the downright hilarious moments of being temporarily detained—literally or metaphorically. From bizarre bunkmates to life lessons you never saw coming, this episode proves that even behind locked doors, the stories (and the jokes) keep coming! Buckle up—this is one wild ride you won’t want to miss!

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    52 mins
  • Valentine’s Day (Night of the Dueces): Come for the Romance, Stay for the Kitchen Meltdowns
    Feb 8 2025

    In this heartwarming (read: chaotic) episode of You're Not Special, Erin, Dr. Sizzle, and the gang serve up a special blend of restaurant industry realness—because nothing says "love" like two-tops, overpriced steak, and a server praying you don’t order toast points. From the nightmares of catering, the horror of last-minute reservations, and why gold-plated silverware won’t save a bad event, this episode has it all. Also featuring: burger slander, space pussy (don’t Google it), and a PSA on why Valentine’s Day breakups belong in the patreon-exclusive drama section. Buckle up, lovers—it’s about to get spicy!

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    56 mins
  • Tip 33: Because Psychological Warfare Belongs in Restaurants Too
    Jan 31 2025

    In this episode of You're Not Special, we dive into the genius—or absolute madness—behind "Tip 33," a revolutionary (read: slightly evil) way to keep servers on their toes.

    Guest appearances by "Conquestador de Pantelones" AKA Pants and Peeps the genius behind Tip 33.

    Ever wondered what happens when you turn tipping into a live-action Hunger Games? Well, stacking $50 in ones on the table and deducting them for every minor inconvenience is apparently one way to find out! Join Erin and Dr. Sizzle as they explore the fine line between customer feedback and psychological torment, all while debating the true evils of kale, overpriced star-shaped butter, and whether Canadians should start tipping like they mean it. Order up and buckle in—this one’s a ride.

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    29 mins
  • 86 the Attitude, Not the Steak: A Guide to Sending Food Back Without Dying Inside
    Dec 26 2024

    This week on You're Not Special, Erin and Dr. Sizzle dive into the culinary battlefield of sending food back to the kitchen. From questionable steak temps to cockroach hash browns and spring mix surprise bugs, they share the highs, lows, and WTF moments of restaurant life. Is the customer always right? (Spoiler: No.) Will your food really get "special sauce" if you complain? (Probably not.) Join us for a passive-aggressive welfare warfare on entitled diners, kitchen karma, and why ordering a well-done filet mignon should be illegal. Bon appétit—if you dare! 🍴🔥

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    33 mins