Jay Casale
Jay Casale
Gabe Clay: Chef. Nerd.
Gabe Clay: Chef. Nerd.
Gabe Clay: Chef. Nerd.
Friday 19th June 2020
Chef Gabe Clay discusses his journey from almost-preacher to chef, touching on identity, mental health, racism, and the joy of comedy.
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Jay Casale
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Comedic Journeys
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Get the buttons here!From Pulpit to Kitchen: Gabe Clay's Unique Path on The Lighter Side with Jay
I'm always like, oh man, all these snowflakes in here are complaining about opening the state and they get like they get so mad. Oh man, the irony, the irony in everything they do, it's just they can't, they don't see irony and they're the least funny human beings I've ever encountered in my life.
What happens when a future preacher finds his true calling in the kitchen? Meet Gabe Clay, a chef from North Carolina who swapped sermons for sauté pans. Growing up, Gabe was a black kid who loved Digimon, Dragonball Z, and Death Metal, earning him the label of 'not black enough'. In this episode of 'The Lighter Side with Jay', Gabe opens up about his journey from almost-preacher to passionate chef.
He shares how quarantine became a time for mental health improvement and how video games played a role in his coping strategy. Gabe and Jay also dive into the heavy topic of racism, discussing Gabe's personal experiences and hopes for future change. But it's not all serious; they wrap up with some laughs, talking about their shared love for comedy and how it helps them navigate life's ups and downs.
This episode is a heartfelt blend of serious reflection and light-hearted banter, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in personal growth, mental health, and a bit of nerdy fun.