From Private Eye to Pizza Pro: The Incredible Journey of Ed Barbeau What does it take to go from protecting high-profile clients as a private investigator and bodyguard to being crowned a World Pizza Champion ? For Ed Barbeau, the answer lies in discipline, passion, and a fearless willingness to "throw his hat in the ring." Disclosure: As an Amazon Influencer, I earn from qualifying purchases. If you purchase through the links on my page, I will be compensated at no extra cost to you. Check out my handpicked favorites at Pizza Therapy & Everyday Wonders . A Chance Meeting and a Whole Pizza Every great friendship has a story, and this one started with a misunderstanding. At a pre-expo party hosted by Tony Gemignani, I unknowingly started helping myself to slices from a whole pizza sitting in front of Ed. Instead of being annoyed, Ed was incredibly gracious—a testament to the kind of person he is. That moment sparked a connection that led to this d...