Table Manners with Jessie and Lennie Ware Cyndi Lauper
Feb 5, 2025
Cyndi Lauper, an iconic singer-songwriter and LGBTQIA+ advocate, shares delightful stories over lunch, highlighting her vibrant personality. She reflects on her family roots and playful childhood memories, including tricks played on her priest and the art of cooking an Italian pasta sauce. Cyndi discusses her powerful advocacy work and the emotional journey behind her hit 'True Colors.' With a hint of nostalgia, she reveals her upcoming farewell tour, assuring fans that it will be memorable. The episode is full of laughter, insight, and warmth!
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Childhood Curiosity
- Cyndi Lauper's curiosity led her to be a sous chef for her mother.
- She also enjoyed "flying" on a kitchen cabinet and experimenting with food coloring.
Italian Cooking Rules and Seafood
- Lauper details her family's strict Italian cooking rules, like never mixing garlic and onions with seafood.
- She recalls seeing periwinkles trying to escape their shells before being cooked, which impacted her seafood consumption.
Spinach and Kidney Stones
- Lauper developed kidney stones from excessive spinach consumption on a vegan meal delivery plan.
- She emphasizes the importance of moderation, even with healthy foods.