Hunger is a political issue, and there are several things politically that are keeping people hungry - not funding food stamps adequately, not funding school lunches adequately. So there is a political solution to the problem of hunger.
Tom ColicchioI think the patterns are set very early when the kids are young. But at the same time, there are some flavors kids just don't like.
Tom ColicchioA lot of professions happen to be male-dominated because women drop out at a certain point. It's unfortunate.
Tom ColicchioMany of them have accomplished a lot before they ever get to 'Top Chef' although they're not well known. The show just provides them with a platform. There's just one winner and on some seasons you can get numerous chefs that are really good. Even if they don't win, they're all talented.
Tom Colicchio