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“They are in the position of being represented by people who are still only home cooks,” Allen says. “And there is a world of difference between a home cook and a professional.

“Seeing them in that position, it makes them ... uncomfortable,” he says of the chefs. “They are not supposed to constantly coach their charges: ‘Cook the egg that way. Turn the roast over.’ ”

Allen, who has not gone to culinary school but fantasizes about how wonderful it would be to do so in Italy or France, was not knocking amateur cooks, just noting how much more professional chefs know about food preparation.

“I am not a chef,” he says. “I am a very enthusiastic home cook and food writer, and the more years I spend with chefs, the less I emphasize I was a restaurant critic.”

“Honchos,” www.mydamnchannel.com/channel/honchos_9255

The animated comedy series from creator Rory Covey features members of the indie improv team Taco Knight, who play film producers and insane people pitching movies. Voices include Covey, Sarah Puls and Joseph Severini; the writers are Puls, Severini and Brian Witte. New episodes are available Wednesdays.

“T:3 Showdown,” www. mydamnchannel.com/channel/ t_3_showdown_9664

Launched in March, the interactive online talent competition show is from producers Albie Hecht (“Kids’ Choice Awards”), and Robert Small (“MTV Unplugged”). Five finalists are selected for a final showdown round this week, as chosen by online users. The winner will get a pilot development deal for a series on My Damn Channel.