
Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown
One of your favorite series from CNN is now available in your favorite podcast app. Join world-renowned chef, bestselling author and Emmy winner Anthony Bourdain to discover Parts Unknown: little-known destinations and diverse cultures that make our global community more connected. Start from the beginning in Myanmar, and listen through the series conclusion on the Lower East Side in New York City.
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Sep 19, 2022 • 1h 2min
Lower East Side
Anthony Bourdain, renowned chef and travel documentarian, takes a journey through New York's Lower East Side, reminiscing about its gritty past and vibrant culture. The podcast explores the challenges of gentrification, the chaotic cultural scene, and the emotional connection between food and memories in the neighborhood.

Sep 19, 2022 • 47min
Far West Texas
Anthony Bourdain travels to the untamed land of Big Bend, Texas. It's an area that pits man against nature - and the land usually wins.Original Airdate: Season 12, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 2022 • 47min
Indonesia
Anthony Bourdain travels to Indonesia. It's a country comprised of thousands of islands, where people have endured political turmoil and food is the great unifier.Original Airdate: Season 12, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 12, 2022 • 47min
Asturias, Spain
Chef and humanitarian Jose Andres joins Anthony Bourdain in Asturias, Spain, showcasing the region's culinary delights and deep connections to food and nature. They explore ball hitting games, local seafood, and the influence of movie director John Ford. A journey of nostalgia, culture, and resilience in a charming location.

Sep 5, 2022 • 1h 1min
Kenya
Anthony Bourdain introduces W. Kamau Bell (host of the CNN Original Series United Shades of America) to the distinctive sights, tastes, and sounds of Kenya.Original Airdate: Season 12, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 5, 2022 • 47min
Bhutan
Anthony Bourdain and film director Darren Aronofsky tour the remote South Asian Kingdom of Bhutan. They travel on the winding East-West highway, known for its spectacular views of the Himalayan Mountains.Original Airdate: Season 12, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 29, 2022 • 47min
Cajun Mardi Gras
Anthony Bourdain goes off the beaten path and takes part in the less familiar Mardi Gras traditions of Louisiana's Cajun culture. He indulges in a crawfish boil, listens to Zydeco music and learns about the region’s history stemming from the French Middle Ages.Original Airdate: Season 11, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 29, 2022 • 47min
Berlin
Anthony Bourdain explores Berlin, an anomaly among German metropolises. He tours a city teeming with unbridled creativity despite a grim history.Original Airdate: Season 11, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 2022 • 47min
Armenia
Anthony Bourdain takes a wide-angle look at the culture and history of Armenia, a country heavily influenced by Europe and Russia. He travels with his guides: Serj Tankian, a musician of Armenian descent, plus historian and Armenian resident Richard Giragosian.Original Airdate: Season 11, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 22, 2022 • 47min
Newfoundland
Anthony Bourdain explores the rocky, east coast Canadian island of Newfoundland - a magical place steeped in distinctive traditions and abundant with fish and wild game. Original Airdate: Season 11, 2018.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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