Best Desperately Seeking Paul Podcasts (2025)

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Dining Dos, Dining Don’ts: The New Rules of Restaurant Etiquette 51:36

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Bon Appétit columnist Maggie Hennessy helps us navigate the new rules of dining out. Is it ever OK to take out your phone? What’s the best way to grab your server’s attention? And how fussy is too fussy? Plus, Irene Yoo throws a soju party, and Grant Barrett and Martha Barnette of A Way With Words share the stories behind your favorite pasta shapes…

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Kathryn Williams talks Paul Weller collaborations and her new album - Mystery Park 39:42

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Singer-songwriter Kathryn Williams returns to the podcast to talk about her brand-new album Mystery Park - a deeply personal and reflective record that includes a beautiful co-write with Paul Weller, 'Gossamer Wings'. Kathryn shares the story of how the song came together, from her initial “cringe” moment of writing at Paul to their eventual collab…

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Paul Weller Fan Podcast Season 3 Trailer 0:25

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We’re back! Focusing on Paul Weller’s new covers album, Find El Dorado, with special guests sharing their stories and connections to the songs. Plus, exclusive episodes celebrating the release of my book – Paul Weller: Dancing Through the Fire: The Authorised Oral History, which has just been published! Find podcast show notes and sign up for regul…

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Culinary Tour of Colombia: Sweet Corn Arepas and Brisket Dust 50:57

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We explore the cooking of Colombia with Mariana Velásquez, from homemade arepas to sweet panela that tastes like almost-burnt caramel. Plus, we learn about the secret world of creating food emojis with artist Yiying Lu, Adam Gopnik ponders the elements of dinner, and we present a recipe for Spicy and Sour Julienned Potato Salad with Sichuan Pepper.…

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Sir Lenny Henry 22:24

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Sir Lenny Henry is a British icon. For decades, he’s been a force in comedy, acting, writing, and activism. But what’s less discussed is his deep connection to music - and, in particular, his admiration for Paul Weller and The Jam, The Style Council, and Weller’s solo work. In another real 'pinch me' moment, I caught up with Lenny for my book, Paul…

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Samin Nosrat Interview: The Extended Cut 32:39

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In this special episode, we’re sharing an extended cut of our interview with Samin Nosrat. We discuss everything from fame and family to her current culinary obsessions. She shares her favorite salad dressings, go-to snacks and treasured old recipes, alongside exciting new flavors and techniques (whipped tahini! burnt honey!). Plus, hear how she fo…

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Samin Nosrat Returns: New Book, New Recipes, New Life 50:37

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Following her 2017 hit—“Salt Fat Acid Heat”—Samin Nosrat is back with her second book, “Good Things”. We talk about fame, family and what she’s cooking; her favorite new flavors and techniques (whipped tahini! burnt honey!); and how she found the sublime in food processor pesto. Plus, James Ooi shares secrets from the Chinese supermarket and Chris …

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It's Here - Paul Weller: Dancing Through the Fire - The Authorised Oral History. 18:24

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Today is the day! Paul Weller: Dancing Through the Fire is officially out in the world - It’s in the shops, available to order online, people are sharing photos, and Paul himself has a copy in his hands, and he loves it! I can’t quite believe it. Thanks to everyone involved. What a ride and an honour. Find podcast show notes and sign up for regular…

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Tim Burgess - The Charlatans 28:01

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My guest on this episode is Tim Burgess - frontman of The Charlatans, solo artist, DJ, author, and the man behind the hugely popular Twitter Listening Parties. Long before his own band became one of the defining acts of the ’90s, Tim was a kid in the late ’70s flipping Jam singles at his dad’s youth club, soaking up every note of Paul Weller’s musi…

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Magnolia Ice Cream? Yes! Plus Candied Acorns and Spruce Bark Cookies 50:36

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When Justin Davies cuts into a piece of wood, he wonders what it tastes like. Today, he shares his adventures in crafting desserts out of trees, from the bark infusion that made his tongue go numb to the ice cream concocted from an infamously smelly tree. Plus, Lidia Bastianich returns to answer your questions on pasta and pesto; we eat through the…

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The Glory Days of In-Flight Dining: From Smorgasbord to Baked Alaska 50:40

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Is airplane food bad on purpose? Historian Richard Foss takes us through the turbulent history of food in flight, from extravagant meals aboard zeppelins, to the flaming Baked Alaskas once served en route to Singapore, to the truth about mediocre food service on planes today. Plus, Rebecca Rupp tells us how carrots won the Trojan War, Amanda Herber…

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Nick Knight CBE - Fashion Photographer 36:39

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Nick Knight CBE is one of the most influential image makers of our time. As the founder of SHOWstudio and a visionary fashion photographer, his work with designers such as Alexander McQueen, John Galliano and Yohji Yamamoto, and musicians including Björk, Lady Gaga and Kanye West, has defined modern culture. In this episode, Nick joins me to talk a…

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Ice Cream Crazy! Live Longer? Hot Chicken Flavor? Blue Moon? 51:05

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For this special bonus episode, we share a story from the Points North podcast about blue moon ice cream—it's a wacky, surprisingly delicious and very blue ice cream flavor beloved in the Midwest. But no one knows what the flavor actually is, and ice cream makers are notoriously secretive about it. We hear about Morgan Springer's quest to find out …

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Saffron Coffee, Black Limes and Tahini Dates: Inside the Gulf Kitchen 50:40

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This week we’re joined by Noor Murad—longtime recipe developer at the Ottolenghi Test Kitchen. She’s here to share cooking inspired by her home country, Bahrain. We talk about the magic of tahini dates, lamb with fenugreek, and spiced rice. Plus, Meathead is back to take more of your barbecue and grilling calls, from the rules of ribs to whether bo…

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Jack Dee on Paul Weller, The Jam and the story behind Lead Balloon’s theme tune... 17:31

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On this episode my guest is one of Britain’s most distinctive comedians, an award-winning stand-up, actor, writer, and the creator of the brilliant TV sitcom, Lead Balloon. Jack Dee has always had a sharp wit, a dry outlook, and as it turns out, a deep, long-standing admiration for both Paul Weller and his music. In this episode, a snippet of the i…

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Outdoor Summer: Cowboy Cooking, Mail Order Chickens and Freezer Door Daiquiris 51:02

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Cowboys work hard—which means they need to be fed well. This week, hear how ranch cook Kent Rollins feeds cowboys out of his chuck wagon, serving up his famous coffee, steaks and “burger dogs.” Plus, Tove Danovich introduces us to Mike the Headless Chicken, as well as her brood of mail-order chickens and their complex emotional lives; Martha Barnet…

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Amelia Coburn - One Last Cold Kiss [Find El Dorado] 36:31

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On this episode of the Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I’m joined by singer-songwriter Amelia Coburn - an artist whose distinctive voice, storytelling flair, and genre-blurring style have won her fans far beyond the folk world. Amelia’s connection to Weller began with her wonderful ukulele cover of Down in the Tube Station at Midnight, which eventually ca…

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I Catered Napoleon's Wedding: Carême, the First Celebrity Chef 51:01

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He cooked for the czar of Russia, the Rothschilds, and he even made Napoleon Bonaparte's wedding cake. He invented the chef’s hat and published the first recipes for soufflé and meringue, but you’ve probably never heard his name. This week, it’s the story of the world’s first celebrity chef: Marie-Antoine Carême. Plus, we’re joined by one of today’…

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Declan O'Rourke - Handouts in the Rain [Find El Dorado] 23:42

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Declan O'Rourke is my guest on this episode of The Paul Weller Fan Podcast - another huge talent and always a delight to talk to. Warm, humorous, super-smart and clearly a huge talent. This time around we talk Find El Dorado and the opening song - a duet between Paul and Declan - a cover of Richie Havens’ 'Handouts in the Rain' - a song that is und…

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Welcome to Our Cocktail Hour! Bourbon Myths, Martini Crawls and Mixology Tips 51:04

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It's a very happy hour of Milk Street Radio: Chef Edward Lee returns for a tour of Kentucky’s bourbon distilleries, where the water is sweeter, the barrels are (accidentally!) charred, and the rickhouses are sacred territory. Plus, Gary Shteyngart recounts his wet, dry, twisted and dirty martini tour of New York City; Grant Barrett and Martha Barne…

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Tony Harlow - CEO, Warner Music UK, Former V2 MD 27:01

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This week’s guest on the Paul Weller Fan Podcast is Tony Harlow, one of the most influential figures in the modern music industry and the current Chairman & CEO of Warner Music UK. CEO of Richard Branson’s V2 Records during Paul Weller's time at the label, their professional paths have crossed again more recently, with Paul signing back with Warner…

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Find El Dorado - Album Release Day 9:13

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Paul Weller’s new album Find El Dorado, out today via Parlophone, is a reflective, quietly radical covers record reinterpreting tracks discovered through late-night listening, friends’ recommendations, and crate-digging, now given a home in his voice. Produced by Steve Cradock, it features intimate yet polished arrangements and contributions from D…

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100 Years of Food Writing at the New Yorker: M.F.K. Fisher, Calvin Trillin and A.J. Liebling 51:01

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Adam Gopnik takes us on a tour of great food writing from the New Yorker in celebration of the magazine's centennial. We hear A.J. Liebling’s tip for finding a good restaurant in Paris, M.F.K. Fisher’s fantasy about potato chips and Calvin Trillin’s obsession over constructing the perfect bagel. Plus, Matt Goulding shares why paella is a hotbed of …

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Pete Paphides: Writing the Find El Dorado Sleeve Notes and Uncut Cover Story 43:16

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In this episode, I’m joined by acclaimed music journalist and broadcaster Pete Paphides to dive into Paul Weller’s new album, Find El Dorado. Pete wrote the liner notes for the album and the cover story for Uncut magazine, so he brings a unique perspective on how the project came together, the inspiration behind the track-list, and why these partic…

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Food Fights: I Love You But I Hate Your Cooking 51:05

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Forget the bedroom: the kitchen is where relationships are made and broken. Journalist Ella Quittner reveals the many ways the kitchen causes problems in our love lives, and what psychologists say we can do about it. Plus, listeners call in with their own culinary feuds; writer Crystal Wilkinson recalls the kitchen ghosts and family recipes of her …

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Summer Lollapalooza! Meathead Q&A, BBQ Road Trip and Grilling Pizza 1:01:16

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We’re covering everything you've ever wanted to know about grilling and barbecue. First up, a road trip with Daniel Vaughn, barbecue editor at Texas Monthly. We taste whole-hog barbecue in Greenville, coffee-rubbed brisket in Nacogdoches and cow-eye tacos in Brownsville. Then, Meathead joins Chris on the phone lines for your toughest cookout questi…

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Dean Chalkley - Photographer, Filmmaker, DJ 52:26

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Dean Chalkley is a renowned photographer who, for over three decades, has created authentic and powerful imagery across music, fashion, and culture, capturing everyone from underground pioneers to pop stars with an eye rooted in subcultures like Mod, Northern Soul, and Rudeboy scenes. Originally trained as a tailor, his deep understanding of person…

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July Fourth Jubilee: Weiner Wisdom, Mustard Madness and Flag Cake Confections! 51:01

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Fire up the grill: This week, we’re covering all of your July Fourth favorites. We unravel the history of the hot dog with author Bruce Kraig and hear from Hot Dog Ambassador John Champlin about one unforgettable frankfurter. Plus, Ken Zuckerman of the National Mustard Museum touts mustard as the ultimate condiment; J. Kenji López-Alt takes grilled…

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Boy George - Singer, songwriter, musician, DJ - Culture Club & Solo 22:00

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My guest on this episode is a true icon – singer, songwriter, DJ, author, and cultural trailblazer – Boy George. A 20 minute chat to gather stories for my upcoming Paul Weller oral history book - that was so good , I wanted you to hear as a podcast too. From the early days of seeing Paul on Wardour Street in a sharp blue mod suit, to touring togeth…

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Who's Your Salsa Daddy? Tacos, Salsas and Avocados! 51:03

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This week, we travel to Mexico. Rick Martínez shares the salsa that changed his life; Aarón Sánchez answers your Mexican cooking questions; we uncover the secret history of avocados; and we take a food tour of Mexico City. Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyBy Milk Street Radio

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Martin Carthy MBE - Folk Music Icon 23:02

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Martin Carthy MBE is a true icon of British folk music. In this episode, we explore Martin’s remarkable legacy - a career spanning over six decades - from the 1960s folk revival to ground-breaking collaborations with Steeleye Span, The Watersons, and The Imagined Village (on which Paul, Martin and Eliza Carthy collaborated on 'John Barleycorn'. We …

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Moonshine Cake and Cantaloupe Cream Pie: The Secrets of Southern Baking 57:09

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Author Anne Byrn scoured the South, uncovering the stories behind the region’s best bakes. She found lane cakes in Georgia, chess pies in North Carolina and a shocking twist on chocolate cake in Arkansas. Plus, Kim Severson offers a timely report on the MAHA organic food movement; we whip up an Almond and Rum Tres Leches Cake; and Cheryl Day return…

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Brian Protheroe - 'Pinball' - Singer, Songwriter, Actor 24:03

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On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Brian Protheroe , the man behind the 1974 original of 'Pinball' - Paul Weller's latest single from the upcoming covers album Find El Dorado. When Paul Weller chose to cover Brian Protheroe’s 1974 debut single 'Pinball' for his latest single and upcoming album Find El Dorado, it wasn’t just a nod to nos…

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High on the Hog: Black Cooks and the Making of American Cuisine 51:03

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We chat with Dr. Jessica B. Harris about her seminal book "High on the Hog,'' which offers a diverse and complex history of African American cuisine—from the escape of George Washington’s enslaved master chef to the birth of the catering industry. Plus, we investigate Korean television’s obsession with Subway sandwiches, learn about the origins of …

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Food Science Special: Million-Layer Puff Pastry, Perfect Potatoes, and More! 27:54

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In this special episode, we share a few of our favorite moments about getting experimental in the kitchen. Kenji López-Alt shares the perfect way to make potatoes; Alex Aïnouz attempts to create a 1 million-layer puff pastry; and we chat with flavor chemist Dr. Arielle Johnson about how to eat a tree.…

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Jackson Ducasse - 'Lawdy Rolla' Music Video Director 31:02

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For episode 10 of the podcast’s third season, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jackson Ducasse - a filmmaker who has collaborated with many incredible artists including Dua Lipa, Calum Scott, James Bay, Clean Bandit, New Order, Imagine Dragons, Isaac Gracie, Kelis, Professor Green, Amy Macdonald, Jess Glynne, John Legend, Blondie, Katie Melua an…

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Betrayal, Revenge and Family Secrets: A Frozen Food "Succession" 50:17

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This week, we share a story of revenge, betrayal and secrets … at a frozen vegetable empire. John Seabrook investigates why running “the biggest vegetable factory on Earth” led to generations of drama in his family, like a real-life version of the TV show “Succession.” Plus, Brendan Liew gives us a tour of Japan’s incredible convenience stores; Ken…

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Lucy Hooberman - Filmmaker - JerUSAlem and Red Wedge - Days Like These 39:26

4M ago39:26

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On this episode of the Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I was thrilled to welcome Lucy Hooberman – a documentary filmmaker, journalist, and researcher – to talk about two bold and fascinating chapters in the story of The Style Council: the Red Wedge campaign and their much-debated short film, JerUSAlem. Lucy brings unique insight. As the producer of both D…

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LA's Food Truck King: Up Close and Personal with Roy Choi 50:42

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In 2008, Roy Choi was fired from his big restaurant job and ready to give up—then he started his food truck, Kogi. He joins us today to discuss the making of his now-legendary food truck, how he taught Jon Favreau to look like a cook for his 2014 film “Chef,” and why there's poetry in lowriding around LA. Plus, we hunt for clams, eels and anchovies…

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Geoff Pesche - Mastering Engineer - Abbey Road - Find El Dorado 19:21

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What a joy it was to spend time with Abbey Road Mastering Engineer, Geoff Pesche for this episode of the Paul Weller Fan Podcast. Geoff’s name might not immediately ring bells for every listener – but his sonic fingerprints are all over some of the most significant records in British music history. From the cutting room at Tape One to the mastering…

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White House Noshes: What Presidents Really Eat 51:02

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Jefferson ate capon, Eisenhower craved squirrel soup and Grant had a habit of throwing bread across the table. This week, we go into the White House with Alex Prud’homme to hear culinary stories from presidential history, like how Julia Child charmed her way into a state dinner and why Eleanor Roosevelt may have used Jell-O salad to get revenge on …

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Julian Broad - Photographer & Filmmaker 34:05

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What a joy it was to sit down with the brilliant photographer and filmmaker Julian Broad for this episode of the podcast. Julian has played a huge part in shaping the visual identity of Paul Weller’s solo career, shooting everything from early press photos to iconic album covers including Heliocentric, Sonik Kicks, and Saturns Pattern. We talked ab…

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Secrets of Restaurant Design: An Insider Tells All 51:02

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Famed architect and designer David Rockwell shares the best, worst and most hidden aspects of restaurant design. He recalls his favorite projects, from Sushi Zen to Union Square Cafe, and the tiny details you should pay attention to the next time you go out to eat. Plus, Nathalie Cooke takes us on a quirky journey through the history of menus; Adam…

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Dancing Through the Fire - The Big Reveal 12:17

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Join me for the announcement of Paul Weller: Dancing Through the Fire: The Authorised Oral History by Dan Jennings The groundbreaking oral history on one of the most legendary musicians of all time - Paul Weller ‘Nearly 50 years in music? How is that possible? When Dan mentioned that he’d interviewed over 250 people for this, I didn’t even know tha…

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The Woman Who Discovered Julia Child: The Secret Life of Judith Jones 51:01

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Sara Franklin shares the life story of Judith Jones, the legendary editor behind some of the greatest cookbooks of the 20th century. We hear how she discovered Julia Child, why Edna Lewis sent her a box of squirrels and what happened when she was told to reject the diary of Anne Frank. Plus, historian Stephen Puleo recounts the sticky disaster that…

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Dr. Robert and Matt Deighton - The Instant Garden 32:27

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In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Robert and Matt Deighton as they discuss their musical collaboration and the creation of their new album together called "The Instant Garden". Every so often an album appears that surprises and delights and somehow defies categorisation. Robert and Matt have conjured up a garden full of earthly delights and myster…

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Behind the Scenes of Top Chef with Kristen Kish 51:01

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We get real with Top Chef host Kristen Kish. She speaks out about her career, her show and what bugs her most about restaurant goers. Also on the show—we chat with Reya Hart about eating and traveling on tour with her father, Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart; Kim Severson explains why meat is on the rise again; we make Puff Pastry Khachapuri; and …

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Beer at The Pyramids: The Strange History of the World’s Favorite Beverage 50:59

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This week, we’re wetting our whistles with an array of historic, rare and homemade drinks. Journalist Jonny Garrett tells the true story of beer, including its use as a dietary supplement for children, a religious rite in prehistoric caves, and as a form of Ancient Egyptian currency. Plus, Aaron Goldfarb tells us about the collectors who hunt for v…

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Inside the Great British Bake Off with Paul Hollywood 50:34

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We chat with Great British Bake Off judge and author of “BAKE” Paul Hollywood about the best and worst parts of his job, his secret to perfect scones and what a bin lid is—and why it's so delicious. Plus, journalist Alex Beggs tells us about cookbooks for pets; J. Kenji López-Alt takes wok cooking outdoors; and we make Spicy Chinese Beef Skewers. (…

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Lidia Bastianich Hotline Plus Rome's Best Unknown Eateries 50:33

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Lidia Bastianich joins Christopher Kimball to answer our listeners' Italian cooking questions—from the best recipe for ravioli to tips for avoiding soggy lasagne. Plus, The Great British Bake Off's Giuseppe Dell'Anno shares the joys of Italian baking, from cannoli cake to sfogliatelle; culinary guide Arianna Pasquini takes us on a tour of Rome's hi…