As most of you know, I try to be a voice for the service industry. When I started this blog, I didn’t know what it would turn into, but it seems that I have landed in the position of standing up for the rights of servers and trying to shine a light on us. Last week, I was reached out to by a producer for a nationally syndicated talk show, the name of which shall remain unsaid. Now, you know my attention-starved ass was eager to be on TV and I answered that email quicker than I down a frozen margarita on a hot summer day. (Let’s be honest: or on a cold winter day.)
Why I Said “NO” to Being on Another TV Show
August 31, 2019
The topic of the show was “Confessions of Fast Food and Restaurant Employees,” or some other clickbait title like that. In other words, they wanted to know all of the disgusting things that may or may not happen in restaurants, like spitting in or tampering with food, reusing silverware that hasn’t been washed properly, etc. In effect, they wanted a whistleblower to stoke the fires of customer paranoia, as if we need to give the general public another reason to dislike or distrust those of who wear an apron for a living.
I explained to her that if I were to come onto the show to discuss this topic, it would not paint an accurate picture of the people who read my blog and follow my Facebook page. I told her it wouldn’t make me come across very well either. All of us in the service industry know a story here and there of something that happened that was less than ideal, but we also know things like that are definitely in the minority. I suggested that we come up with a more positive spin to the topic because, again, you know I’m a big ol’ publicity whore who loves the attention. To her credit, she completely understood my reasoning. I assured her that she would be able to find someone who would be willing to go on television to say whatever they wanted that person to say.
I guess what I’m saying is this: I have morals! I have scruples! I care about servers and would never intentionally say or do anything to harm the reputation of any of us who wait tables. Yes, I would have loved to be on television again. Honestly, it’s fun and it fills my ego. However, the only thing more important than my integrity is all of you who are reading this right now and I chose to not throw any of you (or myself) under the bus. Eventually, you’ll probably see me on television again, but not on this show and not with that topic. Hopefully, another TV appearance will be in my future and it will be one that I am proud to be a part of.
Kiwi
Well done Bitchy.
Hold your head high my friend !!
Danielle
♥️♥️♥️ The movie Waiting ruined enough for us already. Thanks dude(;
Kerry Kozak
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Teresa Okenka
You ROCK. To all of us 50+ year old servers still slinging hash. We ROCK. GO GET EM’
Gail Tourgee
I think that your decision is wonderful! Most would have definatly put themselves out there just for the sake of appearing. Your morals and the fact you take pride in representing our industry is fabulous! Karma baby! Good things coming your way!! Lots of love and THANK YOU!
Teresa Okenka
You ROCK. To all of us 50+ year old servers still slinging hash. We ROCK. GO GET EM’
Nina
Great for you Daren,ya we don’t need to freak out the public anymore.
Tamara Fredriksen
Good for you, we don’t need another Kitchen Confidential. We need these damn Becky and Chad’s to behave like human beings to those you CHOOSE to serve them. I am a chef on private yachts and I don’t care how much money MR has, you are rude, I am gone AND they pay for my flights home….
Deanna
I believe you made the right choice!! Kudos to you!!!
SannDee
The universe will send an even better opportunity your way now. Perhaps something exciting while in Vegas?? Thank you for being our voice, and our ears. ?
Julz
Thank you! To many customers have forgotten the culinary workers are not to be disrespected
Butch
Good for you! Ex bartender 20 years of serving
Tamara
Morality isn’t strong enough these days, be proud!!!!!
Mary Ryan
Thumbs up for integrity and morals.
Laura
Good Morning Darren i just wanted to let you know you Rock, i have been a fan of yours for years i enjoy your blog it keeps me in tears thank you for calling out assholes and being our voice!! I wish you the beat of luck and success!! ?
Ttheresa Alvarado
Awesome