Marco Pierre White | Cambridge Union

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Marco Pierre White is the first British chef to ever be awarded three Michelin stars and was also the youngest chef to have done so. Marco has trained famous chefs including Shannon Bennett and Gordon Ramsay. After coming to London age 16 with "£7.36, a box of books and a bag of clothes", Marco’s restaurant Harvey’s earned its first Michelin star almost immediately.
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[@BC-xu8yq]

Give this man a job at Audible Studios

[@fadys3989]

"The secret to everything in life is discipline" "If you force things in life you break them, allow something to be what it is" Love these messages, around 51:10

[@jayangli]

Grapple. Success is luck.

[@dreamitable]

@@jayangli ~No, it's hard work and discipline, as he says. He should know. But. but, in another interview, he says it's luck. I say it's being at the right place at the right time.

[@chunkychinn]

@@jayangli Sometimes but hard work and ingenuity also helps. Oh and the abilities to listen and desire to make things as you go along ie discover your own discoveries not somebody else`s.

[@gickygackers]

ඞ

[@Rusmiester]

The harder you work the luckier you get

[@fahmihamilton9814]

The lovely thing about him is that he doesn't say "ummm" "uhhhh"

[@rogerlephoque3704]

Yes, you're quite right. It's also gratifying to see that he doesn't resort to peppering his conversations with fillers like "yer know" and...er..."like", etc. Most curiously he has difficulty in reading and writing, most likely due to dyslexia. He possesses a raw intelligence but is otherwise semi-educated due to his less than stellar socio-economic situation early in life.

[@jiripirinen4264]

Fahmi Hamilton 7:46

[@ivancarlson953]

@@rogerlephoque3704 resort to peppering from an expert in seasoning

[@rogerlephoque3704]

@@ivancarlson953 Oh, yes, and it has to be said that some of his utterances are definitely on the saucy-side of his shtick, a bit close to the bone for some, though Gordon takes the biscuit with his trademark expletives-on-toast... don't ya know...

[@ivancarlson953]

@@rogerlephoque3704 it ticks all the boxes

[@TheInternetFan]

He really knows how to talk.

[@TermlessHGW]

Definitely, I listen to this guy talk while driving on the highway. Would really love to meet him over dinner or something.

[@Enginecastgaming]

@@TermlessHGW If I listen to him talking while im driving, especially on a highway. I would die of sleeping while driving

[@TEMUJINARTS]

He does yes, but he has told this story over and over. Some parts are word for word.

[@chunkychinn]

@@TermlessHGW MPW doesn`t do 1 on 1, he likes to be hidden nin the crowd but at the forefront like tonight.

[@rahulagarwal9367]

And it's been 30 years and I am still learning

[@sphinx333]

I love it how he doesnt answer ANY questions. He just goes off his own way. Love Marco.

[@robbone4]

16:23 "Strategy will compensate for talent. But talent will never compensate for strategy."

[@dyi9241]

I could listen to Marco talk for hours... he should do a tour!

[@poligonzo5300]

Marco is a great story teller amazing my favorite chef

[@alexmerel9924]

The kitchen philosopher

[@MrDavey2010]

Boring! Boring!

[@brianpeterson8667]

@@MrDavey2010 Then you should have stopped watching earlier. You would prefer to watch some b.s. like hells kitchen

[@MrDavey2010]

@@brianpeterson8667 I kept watching in order to see if it improved!

[@russbrewer2273]

My favorite chef ever!!! So honest, disciplined, simple and brilliant!!!

[@rahulmathew6396]

@kim Jong-unsub It's the great "Marco Pierre White" he doesn't have anything to prove to be honest

[@dreamitable]

@@rahulmathew6396I think he is honest tho by nature. I recognize this because, I am, and it's a good feeling, to be honest. People can tell. There is nothing to hide and it's refreshing to be sure. That's why he says the same things in different interviews, he doesn't have to lie about his life. He was there and you get it from him as if you were there. Too.

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

and sexy

[@Aelwyn666]

"Mother Nature is the Genius, She is the True Star." Marco Pierre White is a beautiful Man.

[@christomlin4707]

I love how he just tells what he did instead of answering a rapid fire of questions with short answers, Brilliant guy,

[@lukeperry9006]

not boring at all this man gives you such a calm constructive way of listening and speaking and thinking real life lessons through discipline

[@dominiquedixon8600]

His phone ringing just adds to his charm

[@Lord_Pender]

400 pound sterling per week, cash-in-hand, in 1986 was pretty damn good money...

[@jdb9388]

Marco is not just a master chef but a master artist in general, "everything you do is an extension of yourself" thats not just cooking thats all art forms, i can use that in playing guitar in the rendition of a song, this guy has so much depth and wisdom it would take a life time unraveling it

[@Damien-qk7in]

I wish he did audiobooks

[@atthewhiskey]

It's hard not to be enthralled. You can see the students trying to fight it, but he is just such a good story teller.

[@feedwithsteve2895]

I’ve watched both this and the oxford one. Fantastic perspective on life and work.

[@AudioJudge]

Thank you for the great video.

[@brentdavis5329]

It's not personal, it's service💛💛💛

[@ashleyjackson8538]

He’s an excellent chef and speaker . Straight to the point .

[@IIIIIIIIIIIIIIPKIIIIIIIIIIIIII]

Such a unique and humble man. You can tell once he realised the pressure of working to others expectations wasn't worth it... He decided to go on a journey of self discovery. And who could hate that... A man who has achieved so much in life, just to give it all up to do the things he loves instead. All the while inspiring people in his own method and way of doing things. Great talk. Thanks

[@monkeytennis8861]

One thing he ain't is humble

[@dirtyunclehubert]

he isnt humble. he WAS humbleD.

[@IIIIIIIIIIIIIIPKIIIIIIIIIIIIII]

Did I stutter.

[@ozmaorigrl]

Consistency and discipline, so exactly what I needed to hear right now. Isn't it amazing how you ask where it's all going wrong, and you come across gems of knowledge like this? Thanks Marco, you are a true teacher and mentor, not just in the food world x God Bless

[@RebeccaBourhill01]

I have goosebumps.... amazing talk.

[@kingdwan6486]

Incredible, inspiring life story. So much respect for Marco Pierre White.

[@koolaidimmunity4032]

The way he treated Amy was something special. The man has a fondness for his upbringing despite its challenges.

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

who is Amy?

[@princessjulia5646]

I so want to hear this man talk and meet him. How marvellous and well he talks

[@prodigalus]

such an amazing past, also an amazing story as he told it, and such admirable honesty. he was candid, not because he was on camera, or in "the media", but because he wanted us to learn from all his years. he no longer cares for the limelight and its empty pursuit, but cares to live, and he wants us to understand the difference. speaking of what good people have in common..

[@mattcam200577]

Great story teller.. He has such a relaxing way ..

[@lonefather]

Marco is more than a master chef. He has skill, spirit and soul.

[@sphinx333]

The best ever. Top geezer.

[@usaneebeilles9510]

My admiration, and respect for Marco Pierre White. Wish him in a good health. A happiness. . Thank you for the uploading. Have a nice day everyone.

[@alexsobieniak]

He's my inspiration ❤

[@zgreyling7340]

How incredibly amazing this man is. Ty Marco.

[@timwoodford8580]

Wow o was memorised by this. My life as a Chef has crossed so many roads as his. I must admit it hade in tears a lot of the time. Still a wonderful inspiration to our industry. Thank you Marko.

[@monkeytennis8861]

Yeah yeah

[@philc648]

I am a home cook that simply aspire to create great dishes, to which this man is a real inspiration :)

[@Krasses]

Step 1. Buy an entire month supply of those stock pots

[@GlazedInfants]

beautifully said

[@peterzsengeller339]

Finally my good night tale...

[@karljones7491]

Such a gentleman who hasn't sold himself out like Gordon Ramsay. Respect Marco. My #1 celebrity chef

[@rogerlephoque3704]

What would you call MPW's endorsement of Knorr stock cubes and the king's ransom he was paid?

[@kolnman3582]

The fact that you refer to him as a Celebrity Chef says it all.

[@jkeego101]

@@rogerlephoque3704 He developed the stock cubes for Knorr, they didn't just pay him to slap his name on them.

[@asdkjk]

The reason he didn't "[sell] himself out like Gordon Ramsay" wasn't due to moral principles, but simply because he was less successful than Gordon Ramsay in... selling himself out. Look at his filmography: he tried over and over to become a major celebrity chef; he just didn't succeed.

[@samholder196]

really strong questions

[@dominiquedixon8600]

I need him to do some reading ie amazon/ e-books, I could listen to his voice all day

[@elliselliott677]

It’s the bass lol

[@cannonball7984]

Inspiring

[@iangilbert7722]

God does the guy command the room!!!

[@dreamitable]

...haha love that too. I do.

[@iangilbert7722]

Marco should go into film/entertainment! I can see him playing a decadent malevolent king in a Game of Thrones like movie.

[@dreamitable]

It seems like no one has noticed what I did. He looks like Anthony Hopkins in the mouth, he has intense eyes and speaks with the same intensity Anthony does in his movies. He moves like Anthony Hopkins, very refreshing. He is from Leeds. I think Whales is near there Richard Burton talks like him too. He is or was from Whales. Very strong personailty.

[@JoshxIZ]

I love him.

[@alexandermihov5124]

I accidentally paused at 16:17 . I regret nothing hahaha

[@sthomas8714]

Basic foods are delicious. They don't have to be fancy or cooked in an expensive manner. Some foods are just simple and perfect.

[@acebenedict9945]

Give this man his knighthood,.,,,,

[@Caittheegreat]

12:10 'however you define success, it's really born out of luck' and 24:56

[@johnsmith-tp4ed]

I always respected the chef that could give me a good bollocking, out cook me, and kick my arse at the end of the night! Marco is my kinda Chef, and he is spot on! Not sold on Knorr cubes yet, lol

[@Bootmahoy88]

Knorr isn't the greatest, yeah, but I've used them. They're not bad. I'm merely a home cook who loves to learn from the greats. I'm no chef!!!

[@TheMV1992]

Recently made his stock version of chicken chasseur and it was delicious

[@darthwrath4236]

Lemmy Kilmister is the Godfather of Rock N Roll, Marco Pierre White is the Godfather of Gastronomy N Culinary. They live their life their own way. Modern philosophers and mad-genius mens. Just bloody scary and mesmerizing in the same time.

[@Sylinnilys]

MPW breathing into that mic...

[@darianstewart8827]

The Jurassic Park ring tone is just great!😂

[@MrAdamkimbo]

I like this guy.

[@llewlloyd3832]

Why is it so empty there? I'd expect the place to be sold out.

[@cakenbolls442]

I haven't watched the video and I bet he'll start with "When I was a boiii...."

[@michagorecki8893]

Who's on MPW's videos night spree?

[@danielgreenleaf]

Me.

[@user-jp7ni5xv1r]

What an amazing leader. he has the same vibes as steve jobs - no surprise both were highly successful in their respective fields!

[@andyholdmybeer]

the sound is always or usually screwed up at Cambridge ! i realise it dos'nt help that marco has the mike attached to his face but who is the sound man ?

[@winterwhite282]

HORRENDOUS audio or LACK thereof...........

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

richard k chamberlain

[@TurkGallant]

Don’t know how they’re managing to drink that water on the table without a Knorr’s stock pot. Whatever, it’s their choice.

[@Lord_Pender]

These poor kids probably don't even know what a "bookmaker" is...That part probably went over their heads...Ha...

[@sthomas8714]

Good, simple foods, cooked and prepared well is all you need. I see some Michelin star restaurants trying so hard.. sea foam lobster and ice cooked cabbage etc, absolute bloody nonsense. Just do good food and so it bloody well.

[@HeuristicalWorker]

This man is the Richard Feynman of food.

[@eo2077]

I believe Marco could do a mean Tommy Cooper impression.

[@NoBody-ht1oh]

Please cook the guy in the red jumper a decent meal

[@justinoo777]

Lol the heavy breathing in the mic. Lovely. :3

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

sexy

[@Lord_Cannabis420]

Marco found some shrooms

[@miracles4u]

Mother nature is the true artist. Great great quote - a man who feels nature. Is that what an artist is? No, a sensitive man who has not yet found his rabbit hollow yet

[@onetrackmind6969]

asmr

[@ajinkyamuley5375]

This is pure unintentional asmr. Listening this right now to fall asleep

[@TravisTennies]

I was not lucky in the last 79% of my life. Working my ash off, learning nonstop, ended up being a waste of time. Happy for the lucky ones. Love you, Marco.

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

ash?

[@sabinessmith3046]

Not as good with the Oxford Union sorry.......the chap in red also looking around apparently bored out of his mind.

[@stephensmith4025]

It’s Waldo out of uniform.

[@EmperorMingg]

The same content, almost word for Ford though. I thought I’d clicked on the wrong link!

[@eyespliced]

But at least the chair looks comfortable.

[@Lord_Pender]

I agree with your critique. I wouldn't dare look away from Marco for a second. It would be the highest honor to even be in the same room as him.

[@shineboxofiran1899]

I think he is paraplegic

[@MrDCoy2010]

I love the question "Not being morbid, Marco. But what would be your last meal, on your deathbed?" His answer " something simple......" I was expecting a pot noodle or a boiled egg. NO! Not our Marco! " something simple like a roast chicken" Oh yeah, have you looked at the audience Marco? They are barely able to rustle up a tuna sandwich bought from the local corner shop! But I do agree, an absolute legend. loved listening and found it the right amount of time to knead my dough and let it rest while preheating my oven for my bread.

[@Chironex_Fleckeri]

I think he was disappointed by some of the tone deaf questions. I suppose they were fair, but they were preceded by Marco's lesson on why pretentious food isn't important. He doesn't give a shit about anything except following his TRUE passion. Question why we do things, not just the results we want. These folks mostly missed that.

[@chikeneu131]

if marco doesnt wonna be a cheff anymore he could just do asmr or audiobooks ngl

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

or porn

[@chikeneu131]

@@bluebellbeatnik4945 WTF 😂

[@justwondering1967]

March 20th, the true New Year’s Eve.

[@mcshach9982]

15:59 gave me the biggest fright! Fucking headphones!

[@browngaymethodistjesuschri1361]

Lol Cambridge has these things

[@SK77M14]

Last of his kind. Ladies and Gentlemen Marco Pierre White.

[@liamnevilleviolist1809]

38:44, the method of "turning off" the phone. Not many people have a phone that can do that!

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

his phone is SO OLD

[@alecball68]

Mushy peas pork pies mint sausage tripe Yorkshire puddings I miss them alll great interview thank you

[@richlinlaw]

thank you Chef

[@rubenhoflin7480]

Horrible audio which unfortunately ruins the amazing stories Marco tells :/

[@Yungknown]

Carl Johan no it doesn’t. The power of this mans stories still shine through the shit audio.

[@scripts4473]

The audio isnt that bad. Stop complaining

[@scripts4473]

Kid with the red sweater has some long arms

[@Eriecartel]

33:11 she asked him what his last meal would be, his answer here is different from his meal with raymond blanc back in 1988 at harveys. He said his last meal would be pigs trotter and he thinks about dying everyday xD guess with time he changed

[@alinakki]

I thought the same thing

[@TheMrJoshT]

37:32 Marco be speaking facts

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

oh my god his phone is SO OLD

[@cskeise]

💙👊😎

[@chiefinspectorshine]

This is good but, not as good as Oxford Union. A shame these kids look bored while this great chef speaks. Great and humble man.

[@pennypothoneypot634mimmahappun]

Adding bitter herbs I guess.

[@rubica1]

29:08 30:28

[@AllPileup]

38:36 Instructions on how to turn off a Nokia phone

[@santiagosol5537]

18:00 best moment 😉

[@mayer8356]

I swear these kids are so socially inept

[@jody024]

Bad choice of mic set-up.

[@tommccarron324]

And not once did I hear about a knorr stockpot....

[@lordnelsonmc.billionberg9166]

such a shame, innit?

[@jimjones1586]

Shame he's on a hand held mic.

[@tanmayjha5191]

Who came here for a stock cube..

[@daviedood2503]

Knorrrrr Stock cubes ftw

[@Duxelles84]

Who came here to see dumbass trolls in the comments?

[@battlehawk6214]

It’s so irritating how desperate the Cambridge students are to be liked

[@cliveramsbotty6077]

he really cranked up the pretentiousness here, a nice little treat for all the oxbridge noshers in attendance

[@TheMV1992]

What does nosher mean? I can't seem to find a satisfactory definition

[@taniaearle4457]

Haha isn't it just!

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

@@TheMV1992 people who eat

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

he is pretentious, though

[@billielentz6901]

Could you talk about Christ?

[@bluebellbeatnik4945]

why? is he christian?

[@user-qx3eb2jx1p]

that weird breathing into the mic is disturbing .

[@michaelsonsarmiento5943]

Public speaking is the highest paid profession in the world not chef cooking.