Your Mama’s Kitchen

Ina Garten, the beloved Barefoot Contessa, shares her journey from a tumultuous childhood relationship with food to her culinary successes. She reveals how a shoestring camping trip across Europe with her husband, Jeffrey, transformed her cooking perspective. Ina discusses the emotional significance of Chicken Parmesan, a dish that connects her to her past. She emphasizes adaptability in cooking and life, encouraging listeners to embrace change in their kitchens and relationships.

John Legend, the celebrated singer and the first Black EGOT winner, shares insights from his life growing up in Springfield, Ohio. He candidly discusses his challenging relationship with his mother and how they rebuilt their bond. The conversation delves into the healing power of cooking and how family meals influenced his musical journey. John also reflects on resilience, political activism, and the joy of creating his mother's iconic mac & cheese, blending personal stories with his commitment to community and unity.

Join Stephen Colbert, the witty Late Show host, and his actress-producer wife Evie McGee Colbert as they fondly recount their romantic, serendipitous meeting in Charleston. They reflect on their childhood culinary experiences, including the Lowcountry's seafood heritage. Stephen shares his family’s version of fudge, sparking a hilarious debate among siblings. With charming anecdotes, they offer insights into cooking together, the evolution of their kitchen dynamics, and the emotional ties to cherished family recipes, celebrating both love and food.

Welcome back to Your Mama's Kitchen, where we bring you life changing stories from the childhood kitchens of chefs, musicians, TV personalities and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Batiste, a celebrated singer and songwriter, shares his family's beloved Christmas gumbo tradition. He reminisces about the warm holiday spirit in New Orleans, highlighting friendly kitchen competitions among relatives. The discussion features amusing stories about unique cooking techniques and cultural heritage, infusing humor with heartfelt memories. Batiste also delves into the significance of music during the holidays, reflecting on its role in creating joyful moments while teasing future culinary stories and traditions.

In this very special solo episode, Hoda opens up about life at 60. She celebrates the decade ahead in this love letter to her personal journey. Hoda reflects on her life’s path, overcoming hardship and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey Higher Ground listeners! We're sharing a preview of a new podcast called The Wonder of Stevie, from Higher Ground. You might think you know Stevie Wonder. You might think you know his music. But you’ve never heard it like this. Host Wesley Morris is taking you on a deep-dive through Stevie's Classic Period: five legendary albums back-to-back in just four years. Hear about the record deal that started it all, the technology Stevie adopted to create never-before-heard sounds, and his influence on our culture. There will be appearances  from legends like Barack and Michelle Obama, Questlove, Smokey Robinson, Dionne Warwick, Babyface, Janelle Monae and more. In this episode, Wesley details how, years after signing his first recording deal with Motown Records, Stevie decides to renegotiate his contract. One of the things on the table? Complete creative freedom. What follows is the beginning of one of the greatest streak of albums in American popular music: Music of My Mind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dreamgirl, American Idol finalist and EGOT winner Jennifer Hudson joins us for the last episode of the season. She takes us back to her early years in the Southside of Chicago where she and her siblings grew up in a kitchen filled with song and where she spent precious late nights with her grandma in front of the TV. Plus, we hear about the poundcake recipe of her childhood.Jennifer Hudson is a renowned singer and actress. She’s won an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and a Tony, earning her an EGOT status. She currently hosts her own self-titled show where she invites celebrities, community heroes and viral sensations to bring empowering conversations to light. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian Pete Holmes shares the small ways his mom infused her Lithuanian heritage through food, even if she wouldn’t talk much about the home she knew before having to flee the country and become a refugee. He’ll open up about his journey confronting some dark parts of his past that helped him make better comedy. Plus, we’ll get the recipe for his mom’s apple pie that might look more like a cobbler.Pete Holmes is an American comedian, actor, writer, producer and podcaster. He gained recognition as the creator and lead actor of the HBO series "Crashing," a semi-autobiographical show centered around the world of stand-up comedy. Holmes has also worked as a writer for "Saturday Night Live" and lent his voice to characters in the animated series "Animals." His stand-up specials, including "Nice Try, The Devil" and "Faces and Sounds," have received praise for their observational humor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stand-up comedian Zarna Garg shares her journey from Indian immigrant mom to comedy star. She discusses arranged marriage, simplifying meals, and transforming broccoli dishes. Her humorous take on family life and cooking tips make this podcast a delightful listen.