I Was Broke & Couldn’t Pay Rent Then My 5th Video Hit 4 Million Views

I Was Broke & Couldn’t Pay Rent Then My 5th Video Hit 4 Million Views

Author: Dub & Nectorious Papi September 15, 2026 Duration: 46:46

From broke and unable to pay rent to millions of views Stefan Torres’ food content career started completely by accident.

Recorded live over tacos and margaritas, Dub and Nectro sit down with viral food creator Stefan Torres for one of the most unfiltered episodes of The Food Guys yet.


Stefan reveals how filming a simple breakfast changed everything, with his first TikTok hitting 100,000 views and his fifth video reaching around 4 million. But despite building his audience around food, he admits he actually hates cooking, is tired of constantly eating, and believes most people follow him for his personality rather than his recipes.


The guys also debate Raising Cane’s, Australian food, New York pizza and viral restaurants, while Stefan explains why he thinks social media creators are damaging the restaurant industry. Plus, he tells the insane story of finding a cooked cockroach at a famous LA breakfast spot and gives his unfiltered opinion on Australian content creators.


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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when people who are genuinely obsessed with food get together, and that's exactly what you'll find on The Food Guys Podcast. Hosts Dub and Nectorious Papi don't just review meals; they dive headfirst into the entire universe of what we eat. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a lively table where the topics range from breaking down the latest fast-food menu item to heated debates about beloved or despised ingredients. The discussion is always grounded in a real passion-they love to talk about food just as much as they love to eat it. You'll hear more than just their opinions, though. They regularly bring other voices into the mix, from well-known names in the food industry to local business owners and fellow food lovers. These conversations are packed with the hosts' natural chemistry, which means plenty of laughter, friendly banter, and the occasional good-natured argument. Tuning into this podcast is like getting an insider's look at food culture, served with a side of humor and genuine curiosity. It’s a show for anyone who thinks about their next meal while they’re still eating the current one.
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