SOUND BITES
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THE CREATIVE SOBER:
TASTING CHANGE
After struggling through years of addiction, Philip made a profound recovery, finding a renewed motivation by changing his life habits to focus on running, healthy eating, sobriety, and honest dialogue in the restaurant community.
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LOSING YOUR MIND with CHRIS COSENTINO
Philip meets up with longtime friend Chris Cosentino to discuss the evolution of the restaurant industry and culinary world, specifically the shift towards mindfulness and availability of mental health & wellbeing resources.
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REVIVAL TUNE UPS NO. 28: PHILIP SPEER, CHEF/ADVOCATE
The 28th installment of Revival Tune-Ups Guest Playlist Series comes from one of the most lauded Austin chefs of the last two decades. Philp Speer is a long-time friend and client of the shop and is equally enthusiastic about his Ducati, cooking, and healthy living.
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FLAVORS UNKNOWN:
A ROCKY PATH TO GREATNESS
Growing up spending time in south Texas and Chicago gave him access to global culinary influence. Combining those influences with his Mexican heritage gave rise to his unique style evidenced by his combinations on the menu at Comedor. Today, you’ll hear about his inspirations, the creative ways he blurs the line between sweet and savory, and his personal rocky path to greatness that’s motivated him to help other industry professionals make healthier, more sustainable choices.
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FOOD + WINE: COMMUNAL TABLE
There are a few reasons why you might know Philip Speer's name. It could be that you're familiar with his long career in Austin restaurants, or the Comedor Run Club that he co-founded to keep the city's industry in balance. It might also be from the national news stories when he landed in jail after a fourth DWI. But he knows he has to talk about all of it—especially the uncomfortable parts—for the good of the industry and for his own wellbeing. Speer opened up about the daily work that goes into sobriety, how to have these difficult conversations with peers and loved ones, and why it's so important for him to give back.
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CON ACENTO: CHEF PHILIP SPEER TALKS RECOVERY
Chef Philip Speer, one of Austin’s most recognized chefs (both on a local and national level), shares his personal journey about recovery from addiction and substance abuse. He also gives us more insight behind his role in the community and what it means to pay it forward for others in need.
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GENX FIT: PHILIP SPEER IS HELPING RESTAURANT WORKERS COPE WITH COVID-19 CLOSURES THROUGH RUNNING
Phillip Speer is a chef in Texas that discovered running when he was at rock bottom. He was in rehab after his fourth DWI incident. Speer is now sober, and his Comedor Run Club is helping restaurant workers in Austin cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, as many have lost jobs because of it. He talks about his own recovery, and how the Comedor Run Club (which is getting national attention now) got started.
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ELBOWS ON THE TABLE: PHILIP SPEER
Chef & partner at Comedor and Assembly Kitchen, Phillip Speer talks restaurant life, managing time, hip-hop classics, and more.