Food with Mark Bittman

Alton Brown, a renowned writer, chef, and TV star celebrated for 'Good Eats' and his farewell tour, shares his reflections on fame and the passage of time. He humorously discusses the challenges of memory in writing his memoir and reveals amusing anecdotes, like falling up stairs. Alton dives into the joys and struggles of eating on the road, embracing a monastic approach to food. His insights on storytelling and authenticity in culinary arts add depth to the conversation, leaving listeners both entertained and inspired.

Professors—and ultraprocessed food experts—Ashley Gearhardt and Kelly Brownell join Mark and Kate to talk about why the robust new science about food and addiction is going to be hard to ignore, how junk food could take the path of cigarettes and opioids with regards to litigation (and how tobacco paved the way), and why marketing these foods to kids is so successful (and the many reasons why kids are so important to focus on).Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jared Blumenfeld, a national climate leader and former head of the California Environmental Protection Agency, shares his optimism about the future of food. He discusses the transformative power of philanthropy in promoting sustainable food systems and enhancing school nutrition. Blumenfeld emphasizes the importance of community-driven solutions in tackling climate change. He also highlights how local food initiatives can positively impact health and the environment, advocating for more attention to be paid to food waste and engaging narratives.

Bradley Tusk, a venture capitalist and political strategist, shares his insights on tackling hunger in America. He emphasizes that despite resources, 40 million people face food insecurity. Tusk discusses successful initiatives like universal school breakfast programs and the political obstacles hindering access to food for children. He also explores the connection between voting reform and community empowerment, advocating for mobile voting to increase participation among marginalized groups. Tusk's passion for solving these pressing issues shines throughout the discussion.

The food systems expert talks to Mark about The Center for Good Food Purchasing, which she co-founded ten years ago—and about her new role at the LA County Office of Food Equity, a new coalition of people working on good food availability with a commitment from the county. Plus, the two discuss the definitions behind good, sustainable, and fair food. Are you liking Food with Mark Bittman? Got feedback? We'd love it if you'd take our (brief) survey: http://bit.ly/foodwithmarkbittman-survey. Thanks for listening!Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A comedian opens up about her new cooking competition show, emphasizing the joy of communal cooking. She reflects on family ties and how cooking shows provided comfort during tough times. The conversation dives into the ups and downs of podcasting and self-expectations. Personal anecdotes bring humor to the experience of food cravings, especially during pregnancy. The discussion even touches on the delicate balance of enjoying work while avoiding imposter syndrome, making it a delightful mix of cooking, comedy, and heartfelt stories.

Revisiting our episode with professional climber and good food advocate Kate Rutherford, who talks to Mark and Kate about her childhood in Alaska (commuting by dogsled!); how Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard got her interested in regenerative agriculture and food activism; and why and how she's making it easier for rock climbers to source local food wherever they climb.Are you liking Food with Mark Bittman? Got feedback? We'd love it if you'd take our (brief) survey: http://bit.ly/foodwithmarkbittman-survey. Thanks for listening!Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Brooklyn-based chef talks to Mark and Kate about what made growing up with both of his grandmothers around so magical; how, with his much-loved restaurant, Agi's Counter, he's preserving the past as he helps it to evolve a bit; and why he thinks of some of his most popular recipes as Pokémon.The Bittman Project is featuring two recipes from Jeremy's book, Second Generation: Hungarian and Jewish Classics Reimagined: Nokedli Cacio e Pepe: https://bittmanproject.com/recipe/nokedli-in-chicken-broth-with-so-much-dill/Poached Radishes: https://bittmanproject.com/recipe/poached-radishes/Are you liking Food with Mark Bittman? Got feedback? We'd love it if you'd take our (brief) survey: http://bit.ly/foodwithmarkbittman-survey. Thanks for listening!Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The food writer and cookbook author – most recently of Crumbs: Cookies and Sweets from Around the World – talks to Mark and Kate about COOKIES. Do we take them for granted? What constitutes a cookie? Plus, the most interesting things Ben learned in his research, how cookies have evolved to suit the changing times, his favorite cookie recipes for the holidays, and what it was like to test and taste 300 cookie recipes.The Bittman Project is featuring two recipes from Crumbs:Brown Sugar Cinnamon Cookies (Speculoos)https://bittmanproject.com/recipe/brown-sugar-cinnamon-cookies-speculoos/Egyptian Stuffed Eid Cookies: https://bittmanproject.com/recipe/egyptian-stuffed-eid-cookies/Are you liking Food with Mark Bittman? Got feedback? We'd love it if you'd take our (brief) survey: http://bit.ly/foodwithmarkbittman-survey. Thanks for listening!Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The father-daughter farmer duo, of Lundberg Family Farms, talk to Mark and Kate about making the right choices in farming for four generations, the organic spectrum, why working together is so wonderful, and why you might want to taste your soil. (Plus – what does "regenerative" actually mean?)Want rice recipes? We've got them: https://bittmanproject.com/collection/rice/Are you liking Food with Mark Bittman? Got feedback? We'd love it if you'd take our (brief) survey: http://bit.ly/foodwithmarkbittman-survey. Thanks for listening!Subscribe to Food with Mark Bittman on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you like to listen, and please help us grow by leaving us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts.Follow Mark on Twitter at @bittman, and on Facebook and Instagram at @markbittman. Want more food content? Subscribe to The Bittman Project at www.bittmanproject.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.