Good Food Norman Van Aken: No Experience Necessary Hosted by Evan Kleiman May. 10, 2014 Food & Drink Listen 7 min MORE Chef Norman Van Aken is the author of No Experience Necessary: The Culinary Odyssey of Chef Norman Van Aken. The book is a look at his transformation from a young man in need of a job, any job, to becoming a celebrated chef. Keep KCRW Independent. KCRW is here to provide you with local news, music discovery, and cultural connection. Stay up to date with all things KCRW by signing up for our newsletters! And, if you can support our efforts, make a donation today. Sign-up for our newsletters. Make a donation. Credits Host: Evan Kleiman Producers: Gillian Ferguson, Laryl Garcia, Sarah Rogozen, Caroline Chamberlain