Longer Tables with José Andrés

This week we revisit one of our favorite episodes featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda. Before a live audience, José doesn't waste his shot, asking the legendary playwright/songwriter/actor/filmmaker for the backstory behind beloved lines, his culinary secrets -- even an on-the-fly songwriting seminar. Sorry, you're gonna have "Hamilton" lines in your head for another month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we're playing an episode from one of our favorite shows, Wiser Than Me, hosted by Julia Louis-Dreyfus. Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. On today’s episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia welcomes legendary chef, author, and farm-to-table pioneer Alice Waters. They discuss Alice’s incredible career at her groundbreaking restaurant Chez Panisse and turning 80. Together, they explore the philosophy of age, food, and beauty. Julia also asks Alice about the meaning she finds in moments of pause, and later talks with her 90-year-old mom, Judith, about the victory garden she grew up with during World War II.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longer Tables is going on hiatus! We fired up the microphones one last time for a live conversation with the popular chef and restaurateur. From backyard cooking to nearly averted poultry catastrophes (always count your chickens), José grills Michael about his years working in food. Enjoy the show -- and keep in touch, people!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you like Longer Tables' exploration of food and culture, we know you'll enjoy Everything Happens. Hosted by Duke Professor Kate Bowler, an expert in the stories we tell about success, failure, suffering, and happiness, this podcast offers deep, insightful conversations. After surviving Stage IV cancer, all Kate wants to do is talk to funny and wise people about how to live with the knowledge that, well, everything happens. In this episode, Kate chats with Stanley Tucci, a total foodie—known for his role in Julie & Julia and his mouth-watering CNN special Searching for Italy. But when Stanley was diagnosed with oral cancer, he faced the possibility that his love for food might be forever changed. To hear more episodes of Everything Happens, head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/everythinghappensfd, or listen wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat author talks with Longer Tables producer Chris Colin about her next book, her new life philosophy, and how to find good things in times of upheaval and strain. (Also: Shout-out to chia pudding and psychedelic children.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded live at the Cayman Cookout, José grills the legendary driver about what fuels his remarkable career -- and how to lose eight pounds in a little over an hour. (Hint: Drive in circles at 200 mph.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all seen the effects of the recent wildfires in broad strokes. But what does life look like up close, through the eyes of a World Central Kitchen response director and one of Los Angeles's great chroniclers of the restaurant industry? Executive producer Jane Black interviewed Addison and Escobedo on January 22, 2025, two weeks after the historic blazes began ripping across Southern California.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Personal chef for French President Charles de Gaulle. 16 James Beard Awards. France's Legion of Honor. At 90, Jacques Pépin is fully synonymous with French cooking — a cuisine that’s frequently misunderstood in the popular imagination, he tells José. The two talk about his early days in America, cooking with Julia Child and a chef’s most important tool. Bienvenue!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The legendary founder of Chez Panisse and the Edible Schoolyard Project talks to José about beauty, our senses and the trip that changed everything — for her and for American cuisine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we’re introducing you to one of the shows we love: Choice Words with Samantha Bee. We make a lot of choices, every single day. Some explode, some implode, most we barely remember. Each week on Choice Words, Samantha Bee sits down with people she admires to examine the biggest choices they’ve made in their lives and the ripple effects those decisions have had. In this episode, Samantha Bee joins renowned restaurant critic, food writer, and magazine editor Ruth Reichl to talk about why taking a job as the editor-in-chief of Gourmet Magazine was such a hard decision, and how it ended up changing her life. For more episodes of Choice Words, listen wherever you get your podcasts or head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/choicewordsfdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, José answers listener questions about how to do Christmas right. Plus: tales of Mexico's Wonka-esque chiles en nogada, and José's brief but intense relationship with a Oaxacan turkey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After almost three decades as White House chef, Cristeta Comerford is hanging up the presidential spatula. She chats with José about cooking for a queen, growing up in a huge Filipino family and ending up in a famously tiny kitchen. Elect to listen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, the New Yorker contributor, "Gastropod" co-host and all-around wonderful storyteller talks with Jane Black about her fascinating — fascinating! — new book on refrigeration. Frostbite tells the remarkable story of how the invention of, well, cold transformed food, our planet and ourselves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home stretch, people. Process your election anxieties this week with José, who's joined by his old friend Richard Wolffe — also his longtime co-writer and managing director of José Andrés Media. The two discuss Kamala Harris's culinary prowess and take questions from listeners on everything from Thanksgiving turkey prep to rising restaurant prices. Elect to listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, José swaps stories with the brilliant host of Pati's Mexican Table. Among the topics discussed: Narnia, the dual life of the immigrant, a border town full of dentists and the most Mexican dish you've never tried.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not her career, not the state of the world since she and José last spoke, nothing. The beloved comedian, host, social critic, author, lifelong cookbook lover and longest-serving regular Daily Show correspondent ever talks with José -- her fellow immigrant -- about all of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you like Longer Tables' exploration of food and culture, we know you'll like About the Journey, a travel show about connecting more deeply to the places we visit -- and, in turn, to ourselves. On this episode, host Oneika Raymond visits three culinary spots in Mexico City that serve up a taste of the city's layered flavors and history: a sunrise float through historic Xochimilco, a tour of the city's taco stands and a private mezcal tasting at the JW Marriott Mexico City Polanco. Buen provecho!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ready or not, here he eats. The legendary rapper, producer and Fugee talks with José about food, music and his misunderstood native country. Recorded live at the Nassau Paradise Island Wine and Food Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2022, the most decorated figure skater in U.S. history landed a remarkable new role, as Ambassador to Belize. In her conversation with José, she describes her transformed life, growing up in a Chinese restaurant -- and what she's discovered about food since arriving in Central America.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you become president and CEO of the world's largest hotel company? Tony Capuano recalls his earliest lessons in hospitality, amidst countless quasi relatives at his family's sprawling Sunday dinners in Little Italy, Baltimore. Before a live audience in Cannes, Tony and José discuss travel, parenthood -- and a major announcement from Marriott. Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines about the dangers of “ultra-processed” foods – a category that includes Doritos and Twinkies but also protein bars, plant-based milks, and maybe your favorite yogurt or sandwich bread – are suddenly everywhere. But what makes a food ultra-processed, and what's driving the concern about their role in the diets of both children and adults? On this episode of Longer Table's sister podcast, Pressure Cooker, hosts Jane and Liz break it all down with Dr. Chris Van Tulleken, a professor at University College London and the author of the 2023 bestseller Ultra-Processed People: The Science Behind Food That Isn't Food. Why are today's foods so highly processed, and how is that impacting our health? Should the sale of ultra-processed foods be more strictly regulated? Tune in to find out! Want more Pressure Cooker? Sign up for our newsletter at pressurecook.substack.com Sales and Distribution by Lemonada MediaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From new in the nation to “Taste the Nation,” the no-nonsense author, host and activist has learned a bit about herself while teaching the rest of us about food. Plus: The secret to incredible romesco sauce. (This episode initially ran in September 2023.) Recipe: Asparagus with Romesco Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

José talks with the James Beard-winning cook and writer about cooking more creatively and economically. Her latest book, An Everlasting Meal Cookbook, is an encyclopedia of leftovers, from banana peels to Dorito dust. (This episode initially ran in July 2023.) Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence can write term papers and computer code. It helped someone win the lottery. But could it succeed at the ultimate task: Meal planning for demanding children? Meet Longer Table's sister podcast, Pressure Cooker. It's a show that sets out to answer two questions: how did feeding kids become so complicated? And why do so many of us feel like we're failing at it? On this episode, hosts Jane and Liz take on ChatGPT for meal planning -- and offer a cheat sheet for how to create customized, easy dinners with AI, including this fool proof dish of Lettuce Wraps With Sesame-Ginger Pork. Want more Pressure Cooker? Sign up for our newsletter at pressurecook.substack.com Sales and distribution by Lemonada MediaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Independence Day, do your patriotic duty and listen to Sen. Cory Booker eloquently explain what's wrong with America's broken food system—and how to fix it. Originally recorded last year, Washington's most famous vegan shares his big ideas and drops some hints about his own political future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emeril Lagasse, the granddaddy of celebrity chefs talks life, love -- and his favorite places to eat on and off the Vegas Strip. In this live recording at The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails at The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, Emeril and Jose trade stories about food TV, disaster relief -- wait till you hear about how Emeril drove a truck full of homemade red rice and beans from New Orleans to Panama City, Florida! -- and discuss why they love having restaurants in the amazing culinary destination of Las Vegas. Thirty minutes is all it will take to inspire you to head to Las Vegas yourself to check out all the amazing places to eat and drink! This episode of Longer Tables is sponsored by Las Vegas.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dominique Crenn, chef-owner of San Franciscos's Atelier Crenn, was the first woman in America to win three Michelin stars—and no wonder, when its menu includes elegant, ethereal dishes like razor clams with carrot foam and velvety black squid ink. But on today's episode, which originally aired in 2023, José and Dominique talk about more personal subjects, including Dominique's search for her birth mother and the real reasons she came to America. (Hint: One is a classic 1970s detective show.)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Classified cables. Secret land grabs. Biblical springs run dry. Jet packs. (Jet packs!) "The Grab" sounds like fiction -- it's not. In this episode, investigative journalist Nate Halversen tells the little-known, world-shaping story at the heart of this gripping new documentary. Food, water: As governments around the world become increasingly desperate for these resources, the consequences get shocking. "The Grab" premieres June 14th in theaters and over assorted streaming platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode -- originally released in 2023 -- the former National Security Advisor opens up about the family dinners that shaped her, her mother's surprising legacy and the mixed experience of growing up under affirmative action. Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded live at the Lincoln Theatre, the former House Speaker and co-host of "The View" talk with José about navigating this bitter political moment, the coming election and the simplicity of chocolate for breakfast.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode -- originally released in 2022 -- José talks to chef Marcus Samuelsson about his journey from Ethiopia to Sweden to the finest kitchens of Europe and New York and how the pandemic gave him new purpose. Plus José makes surprisingly easy appetizers with velvety smoked salmon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode -- originally released in 2022 -- José talks to chef Marcus Samuelsson about his journey from Ethiopia to Sweden to the finest kitchens of Europe and New York and how the pandemic gave him new purpose. Plus José makes surprisingly easy appetizers with velvety smoked salmon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The longtime New York Times columnist, bestselling author and recovering professional eater discusses his new book, The Age of Grievance. A culture of excessive complaining has taken root, Bruni argues, with implications from the voting booth to the kitchen table. Also: What it's really like becoming the restaurant critic for the most important newspaper in the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is devoted to José's words at the World Central Kitchen Interfaith Memorial, in honor of the seven workers killed on April 1, in Gaza. The speech was recorded live at the Washington National Cathedral. A short performance by Yo-Yo Ma follows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The acclaimed author of The Omnivore's Dilemma, The Botany of Desire and other classics discusses his own culinary history, the Biden Administration's record on food, and "Food, Inc. 2" -- a sequel to the Oscar-nominated documentary. He also tells the unforgettable tale of a pig named Kosher.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adopted at four months, Kristen moved from Korea to a new life in Michigan -- one that increasingly found meaning and purpose with food and community. Chatting live at the Cayman Cookout, she and José discuss how she found her identity...and the life-changing moment she learned she'd be taking Padma Lakshmi's place on "Top Chef."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're dropping in your feed to let you know that Julia Louis-Dreyfus has returned for Season 2 of her award-winning podcast, Wiser Than Me™! Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Julia sits at the feet of some extraordinary teachers this season and of course her 90-year-old mom, Judy. Tune in to laugh, cry and get wise. All Hail Old Women!    You're about to hear one of our favorite interviews from Season One. On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia gets enlightened by 75-year-old food writer, magazine editor, and author Ruth Reichl. From her infamous New York Times review of Le Cirque to greenlighting a controversial David Foster Wallace article in Gourmet, Ruth is as gutsy as they come. Ruth talks to Julia about living with a mom who has bipolar disorder, processing grief through food, and why you should always do things that scare you. Plus, Julia asks her mom Judith what to cook when Ruth accepts an invitation for dinner.   To hear more of Wiser Than Me, head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/wiserthanmefdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everyone's favorite chemistry teacher discusses life before and after Walter White, from his budding law enforcement career to life in Hollywood -- and in mezcal. If you love Bryan Cranston as much a we do, you can also see him on José's new Prime Video special, Dinner Party Diaries with José Andrés, where mezcal (but not meth) is enjoyed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Archetypes, a refreshing and dynamic podcast where Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, dives into the labels that try to hold women back. During these intimate and candid conversations with guests from around the world, we discover how these archetypes impact our everyday lives in ways big and small. With experts and historians, Meghan also uncovers how we got here in the first place – unearthing the origin of words such as ‘diva', ‘slut', ‘the B word', ‘hysterical', and many more, and asks the question: can we change this?    In this episode, Meghan talks to the one and only Serena Williams about the double standard women face when they are labeled "ambitious" and the ripple effect this has on other aspects of their lives. This groundbreaking premiere episode also features Dr. Laura Kray, a leading expert on gender in the workplace. To hear the full season of Archetypes, head to https://lemonada.lnk.to/archetypesfd See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From inventing pasta shapes to assessing ideal sandwich shapes, the beloved "Sporkful" host has created a taxonomy of bites all his own. Executive producer Jane Black grills Pashman on the singular food universe he inhabits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

True, the celebrated filmmaker's seventh feature is a gorgeous and smoldering 19th century French romantic drama. But the Oscar-nominated film doubles as one of the most intimate, sensuous studies of a kitchen to be captured on celluloid. Hùng pulls back the curtain this week with executive producer Jane Black.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nobody cooks like Kwame. Then again, nobody's story is like his, either. The man behind Tatiana -- and author of the stunning memoir Notes from a Young Black Chef -- opens up to José about his unlikely path to success. Recorded live at the Cayman Cookout.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing Pressure Cooker, a James Beard award-winning podcast about parenthood, feeding kids and how it all became so complicated from José Andrés Media. Hosted by veteran journalists Jane Black (also Longer Tables executive producer!) and Liz Dunn, Pressure Cooker explores the thorniest topics related to how we feed our kids: How picky eating became a modern phenomenon. The secret history of the dinosaur chicken nugget. The truth about kids' vitamins. How AI can really help you get dinner on the table. This week's show focuses on intuitive eating, the popular new anti-diet philosophy, recommends serving candy with dinner and letting kids eat whenever and whatever they want.  Is this hands-off approach the best way to escape toxic diet culture? Or … is intuitive eating just another food fad? Listen, and if you like it, we hope you'll subscribe on Apple or follow us on Spotify. You can also find the show on Instagram at @pressurecook_fm  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Live in Las Vegas, Spain's legendary rally racer talks with José about life on the road, life off the road and how to turn a medical helicopter around when you've merely suffered a spinal fracture in the middle of Saudi Arabia. José, in turn, applies for a job.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What began as a warmup question became a portal into our lives. The acclaimed journalist reveals what an old interview prompt of hers has taught her about the kitchens of our childhoods -- and then discusses "The Race Card Project," her long-running and often jaw-dropping exploration of our private racial narratives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It takes a lonnnnng table to seat the likes of Anderson Cooper, Jane Goodall, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Padma Lakshmi, Susan Rice, Antony Blinken, Sen. Cory Booker and Eva Longoria. We're grateful to have laughed and cried with so many brilliant and fascinating people, and we invite you enjoy some highlights from the year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The North Carolina restaurateur may not be Spanish, but according to José, she's one of the most inspiring chefs cooking Spanish food in America today. As Katie explains, this was not the original plan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In celebration of their new graphic novel about World Central Kitchen, José and co-author Steve Orlando discuss comics, disasters and everything in between, alongside legendary Hellboy creator Mike Mignola.  Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before a live audience, José doesn't waste his shot, asking the legendary playwright/songwriter/actor/filmmaker for the backstory behind beloved lines, his culinary secrets -- even an on-the-fly songwriting seminar. Sorry, you're gonna have "Hamilton" lines in your head for another month. Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yep, it's that time of year again: Thanksgiving. And who better to give advice than the doyenne of the American table, Martha Stewart. That's why we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes: José and Martha's 2022 conversation about wine, CBD gummies, and, of course, turkey. Plus, José whips up a surprising vegetarian dish for your holiday buffet and answers a listener question.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The award-winning science and food writer takes us behind the scenes of his wild reporting on truffles -- both kinds. You might not think you care about these foods. Prepare to be corrected. Plus: A caller wonders which expensive ingredients are worth the money and which aren't. Sales and distribution by Lemonada Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.