The Louis Theroux Podcast

S4 EP3: Jamie Oliver on public feuds, chopping his finger off on live TV, and his controversial jerk rice

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Jan 28, 2025
Jamie Oliver, a celebrity chef known for his commitment to healthy eating, shares entertaining stories with Louis. He reveals the messy details of his public feuds with Gordon Ramsay and Anthony Bourdain. The conversation takes a twist when he recounts the infamous moment he chopped part of his finger off on live TV. Jamie also discusses the backlash over his controversial jerk rice, diving into the complexities of culinary innovation versus authenticity. Expect laughter and insightful reflections on fame, food, and the evolution of cooking!
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ANECDOTE

Unexpected Encounter

  • Jamie Oliver faced verbal abuse and was once chased by a man due to his cooking show's popularity.
  • The man confessed that thanks to Jamie, he cooks and is good at it.
INSIGHT

Cooking and Gender

  • Men initially resisted cooking until they realized it could attract women.
  • Jamie Oliver observed a shift in his audience demographics, from mostly women to a balanced or even male-skewed audience.
ANECDOTE

Idol's Criticism

  • Marco Pierre White, initially Jamie Oliver's hero, publicly criticized him after a seemingly pleasant encounter.
  • This experience taught Oliver about dealing with conflicting opinions from idols.
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