Podcast appearances and mentions of Prue Leith

Today's guest is quite literally a national treasure. She's a Dame, a queen of the kitchen, an author, a restaurateur, and of course, the judge who has been serving up wit and wisdom alongside cakes and crumbles on The Great British Bake Off since 2017… it is the one and only Dame Prue Leith.Born and raised in South Africa, Prue moved to London in the swinging Sixties and quickly became a force to be reckoned with in the culinary world. She founded Leith's - a hugely successful restaurant in Notting Hill that went on to earn a Michelin star - and later opened Leiths School of Food and Wine, which has trained generations of top chefs and food writers.Over the decades, she's written best-selling cookbooks and novels, been a newspaper columnist, a judge on the Great British Menu, and has sat on countless boards and advisory panels, all while campaigning tirelessly for better food in schools, hospitals, and prisons. Her impact on British food culture is hard to overstate. And now, at 85, she's showing no signs of slowing down. She's back on our screens in the new season of her wonderfully warm and personal ITV series, Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen, filmed in her beautiful country home, where she shares family recipes, chats with friends, and brings a bit of sunshine to our screens.If you thought Prue's adventures were limited to the kitchen, though, you can think again. From the deserts of Turkmenistan and the ancient silk roads of Uzbekistan to beach drives in Western Australia and mountain drives in Bhutan, her travel diaries are as rich and surprising as her legendary glasses collection.So settle in for a deliciously inspiring chat with a woman whose life has been anything but ordinary.Destination Recap:Holly:Elkstones, Chipping Campden, England (Part of Simon Escapes' collection)Prue:TurkmenistanUzbekistanAshgabat, TurkmenistanKruger National Park, South AfricaUmhlanga Rocks, KwaZulu-Natal, South AfricaIpswich, EnglandParis, FranceCape Town, South AfricaPerth, Western AustraliaKalgoorlie, Western AustraliaLucky Bay, Western AustraliaCore by Clare Smyth, London, EnglandCotswolds, EnglandBhutanAmir Temur Mausoleum, Gur-e Amir Complex, UzbekistanSharm El Sheikh, EgyptThe Kimberley, AustraliaPrue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen continues on ITV1, ITVX, STV and STV Player on Saturday 19th April 2025With thanks to Wexas, Airbnb and Saily for their support of today's episode - Download the SAILY app and use our code TRAVELDIARIES at checkout to get an exclusive 15% off your first purchase Thanks so much for listening today. If you want to be the first find out who is joining me on next week's episode come and follow me on Instagram I'm @hollyrubenstein, and you'll also find me on TikTok. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today on AirTalk, how trade relations with China could affect U.S. consumers. Also on the show, we look at how Gen Z screen habits are impacting legacy media; we celebrate Record Store Day; we discuss the future of LAHSA; the iconic Prue Leith drops in to talk about ‘The Great American Baking Show;’ our TV critics review the latest shows; and more. How might trade relations with China impact consumers? (00:17) Gen-Z screen habits — should legacy media be concerned? (18:24) What’s your favorite record store memory? (38:04) What’s in store for the future of LAHSA? (51:25) The iconic Prue Leith talks new show (1:09:05) TV Talk: shows to watch (1:23:13)

A cheesecake signature challenge has Lisa sharing her own experience baking a Paul Hollywood recipe consisting of a faffy sponge base. Allison notes the absence of raisins in American cheesecake, and both girls question anyone's desire for apricot flan. This episode is all female, and the girls comment on the double elimination that took place the week prior. The 'croque en bouche' show stopper leads to a lively remembrance of the dunce cap, and it's place in the history - or at least for Lisa and Allison!Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Allison and Lisa discuss the difference between the American offering of pie, and what the bakers come up with this week. Both girls agree that savory pie isn't really appealing, and Lisa shares her daughter's love for pot pies back in the day.  Lisa embraces the history lessons offered within the episode, and,  asserts her latent desire to become a food historian.  The final "your best meringue pie" challenge has the girls waxing about their own pie accomplishments, and both girls question the earlier show format of a double elimination.  Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

The sensational Sam Ryder serenades us on the Stool of Rock.Culinary queen Prue Leith has our mouths watering with news of series two of Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen, which continues on Saturday mornings on ITV1.Join Chris, Vassos and the team every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prue Leith reveals her kitchen secrets, discloses how she won her Michelin star, describes the twin disasters of pouring tea for the Queen and setting the kitchen on fire while cooking for Princess Margaret, tells the story of what happened when the Beatles ate at her restaurant, announces her favourite chef, spells out why she's not a food snob, discusses finding love again in her seventies, lets us in on the secret to her happy marriage with John (now her co-star on Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen), takes us behind the scenes on The Great British Bakeoff, explains her support for assisted dying, and recounts the time she had breakfast with Winston Churchill. 

"...Bake a dozen unique biscuits..." is this week's signature challenge. Lisa and Allison discuss how the bakers really ran with it, producing completely unique bakes with very little constraints. The girls discuss Jo's usage of lavender, and whether the judges' harsh critique was accurate. Lisa asks Allison to name her favorite cookie, and instead Allison guesses Lisa's correctly. The girls discuss the technical and Lisa shares her Mary Berry brandy snap recipe, sans brandy.  Lisa then wonders about the result of filling the snaps with cream ahead of time.The girls discuss the bake show's "macaron" evolution,  and touch on bringing back the funeral biscuit. Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

What Gwyneth Paltrow thinks of Meghan Markle and what Prue Leith thinks of Meghan; The latest on Aaron Goodwin murder plot by his estranged wife; One star reviews from Spooner, WI and VFW's in Texas! The show ends with the 5 second rule, it's national chicken day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa and Allison talk about how much more helpful Paul Hollywood used to be, and how bakers weren't nearly as supportive of one another.  Both girls throw themselves into the foccacia technical, and, Lisa shares some specifics about her own foccacia bakes. Lisa brings up the lengthy history intervals from this bread episode, and the girls discuss the potato famine and Irish soda bread. With a two part showstopper with one part inedible, Lisa recalls the 70's salt dough craft trend,  and a long-ago gift to her Grandma.  In closing, The girls discuss the meaning and value of this episode's double elimination.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

In this week of tarts, the term "soggy bottom" gets utilized so frequently, Allison proposes a drinking game for fans of the show.Lisa and Allison are reminded of the differences between American and British quiche,  and they highlight several bakers offerings of haddock and watercress.French accents are attempted by both girls as they discuss the lemon citron technical. Lisa thinks Allison should sing with baker Ben after he is caught doing so during the showstopper challenge.  Lisa speaks to the gentle disposition of Jason, and how Ian' s showstopper was completely overlooked- even by Wikipedia.  A lot of songs, banter, and accents are shared on this week's episode of tart talk!Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

The girls kick off this episode with an old season made new. Season 2 of the Great British Bake Off has Lisa and Allison talking big about Paul Hollywood's helpfulness, Mary Berry's lack of make -up, and the strong Mel and Sue presence.  The girls gossip about Valentine's  Day and how kids' paper Valentines have jumped the shark.  The simple signature bake leads the girls into a red velvet cake discussion after Allison reveals she made cupcakes for coworkers on Valentine's. Lisa points out the brevity of the episode's judging, but finds an enjoyment in the inserted history lessons.  Turn back time to 2011, and join the girls for Cake Week!Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Lisa and Allison are joined by Lauren Jacobs, known from The Food Network as 'The Cheerful Baker'.  Having gained notoriety for her exquisite cookie decorating, Lauren shares some of her favorite baking tips with the girls, as well as how she became The Cheerful Baker. Another Challenge Butter ambassador,  Lauren talks about several entrepenurial paths she has taken in life, and she and Lisa connect over their shared love for singing. Lauren's positivity pairs wonderfully with the girls' appreciation for all things GBBO, making this another 'very special' episode. Check out Lauren's site: www.cheerfulbaker.comConnect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

A MyTalky awards update, Prue Leith's upcoming Great British Bakeoff replacement, Food Porn Friday, and a particularly awkward Petty Perv Corner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa and Allison discuss the most recent GBBO Netflix Christmas episode. After introducing all the bakers, the girls remark on the unremarkable mincemeat pie challenge.  A recognizable technical bake sparks a side conversation about the availability of old episodes on Roku TV. As the bakers struggle to redeem old bakes, Lisa and Allison heap praise on the winner, and give kudos to all the rest for such a lovely holiday episode.  Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Lisa and Allison kick off 2025 with a holiday bake off episode!  Allison immediately channels former baker Jurgen with her questionable German accent, and Lisa fondly speaks of returning baker Maggie. Both girls welcomed the presence of Maxi as well as Marc L.  in this one-off Netflix episode.The girls discuss the "nun bun" signature as well as the various ways to make a chocolate shell.Lisa fondly welcomes back the referral to "Jurgi-pop", and Allison designs her next t-shirt.Welcome 2025!Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Our last episode of the year! Find out who wins the Winner's Snack for Great British Baking Show: Holidays. We'll see you in 2025!Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram.

Today it's time to put away the Christmas chocolates and instead feast on this Rosebud Selection Box. Forget the Celebrations, this is the Christmas treat you've been waiting for. It's a chance to catch up on the best bits of Rosebud so far, and to indulge in some funny, moving and fascinating moments from some of our favourite guests: including Dame Judi Dench, Rupert Everett, Dame Mary Berry, Sir Michael Palin, David Mitchell, Stephen Fry, Dame Maureen Lipman, Miriam Margolyes, Dame Joanna Lumley, Sir Keir Starmer, Richard Ayoade, Prue Leith, Rick Stein, Clare Balding, Pam Ayres and Terry Pendry. If you know someone who you'd like to introduce to Rosebud - this could be the episode for them! Or if you'd just like to listen again to some of our most memorable moments - enjoy this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kick off the countdown to 2025 (actually, 2024) in Part 1 of the New Year episode of the Great British Baking Show: Holidays! Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram.

In this Christmas Special, which Julia refers to her ‘Christmas Gift' she talks to Prue Leith, celebrated restaurateur, author, and television personality. Prue offers a candid and deeply reflective look into her leadership journey, shaped by honesty, optimism, and persistence. From transforming toxic kitchen cultures to championing better school food systems, she shares the lessons learned from a career defined by creativity and determination. Prue also explores the balance of being both flexible and dogged in leadership, highlighting her relentless five-year campaign to bring sculptures to Trafalgar Square's Fourth Plinth. On her approach to leading, she reflects on the responsibility of channeling Energy “You must have Energy as a leader. You can't just sit still and expect things to happen. You need to galvanize others, inspire them with enthusiasm, and make them believe that the goal is not just possible, but exciting.” This episode dives into Prue's evolving leadership style, the power of persistence, and the nuanced art of fostering talent while respecting individuality. Listen to this episode to gain fresh insights into leadership, creativity, and optimism from a life lived with purpose. About the Guest: Dame Prudence Leith is a renowned South African-born restaurateur, cookery writer, and broadcaster. Best known as a judge on The Great British Bake Off since 2017, she has had a long and influential career in the food industry, from founding the Michelin-starred Leith's restaurant to establishing Leith's School of Food and Wine. An advocate for food education, she has written 12 cookbooks and seven novels, while also chairing initiatives like the School Food Trust. Leith has been involved in various educational and charitable endeavors and is Chancellor of Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. In 2024, she launched Prue Leith's Cotswold Kitchen, further cementing her legacy as a culinary icon.

Food writer and former Master Chef contestant Hetal Vasavada joins the girls for a very special episode. Hetal explains her connection to Challenge Butter, and the Cookies for Kids' Cancer campaign taking place through December. Lisa asks about the importance of butter in baking, and shares her own recent shortbread success. Lisa asks Hetal about her time in London, and if she knows GBBO baker Rahul. Allison inquires about her baking roots, and Hetal shares her culinary journey to MasterChef and cookbook author. For more information about Hetal, check out: www.hetalvasavada.com.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

It's Christmas, Part 2! We award Christmas points in advance of next week's New Year episode.Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram.

You can tell everyone at Trawl HQ (Jemma, Marina and editor Max) are sliding towards Christmas because the atmosphere is tinged with faint hysteria. It's not just Gregg Wallace who is turning the air blue, Nigella's at it, even Prue Leith is at it! Who'd have thought baking could sound so filthy?Then, reasons to be cheerful, ranging from Rees Mogg having his show cancelled, Johnson's Australian book tour having to be cancelled due to 'unforeseen circumstances' (AKA no one coming) and last, but definitely not least, and certainly more important, the fall of the brutal Assad regime in Syria. Marina and Jemma discuss what's happened, cover some of the reaction, and hear from joyful Syrians who feel like going home has just become a possibility. It's almost like they were fleeing violence and persecution and not just here for benefits as some would have us believe. Reform and Co ...ahem. Then, buckle up, because there has been some Twitter BEEF - and yes, we are still calling it Twitter. Sure Elon will cope. Marina and Jemma enjoy recalling Marina's interactions with one Isabel Oakeshott which went viral and revealed so much about what she thinks of anyone who doesn't have a degree from a certain type of university, which is most of the population. Elitist anyone?It's all very amusing but not as downright hilarious as Lee Anderson's latest clanger. Ladies, prepare to find out why what you go through every month is nothing compared to what Lee's imagination has to suffer. Pudding is wonderful and served up by Will Sebag Montefiore @wsebag on Insta Enjoy! Thank you for sharing and do tweet us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcastPatreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcastYoutubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawlTwitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastBlueSkyhttps://bsky.app/profile/thetrawl.bsky.socialCreated and Produced by Jemma Forte & Marina PurkissEdited by Max Carrey

Part 1 of the Christmas episode of the Great British Baking Show: Holidays. Next week, Part 2!Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

The girls kick off this episode coughing, hacking and blowing. The discussion goes to the internet and Lisa relays however one is talking about this season's GBBO, and that perhaps Alison Hammond has something to do with it.  The girls bring up Jeff, the eliminated American, and Lisa refers to him as Terry.  Allison shares that she has been looking at adopting a shelter cat who goes by two completely unrelated names.  Allison declares that Dylan wasn't very likeable in the last several episodes despite his Disney hero looks.  The girls discuss his failures in this final, and how he was the clear loser.  A controversial crown to Georgie has Lisa and Allison wondering about the overlooking of Christiaan as this season's Lisa winner. Lisa and Allison finish the episode by heaping praise on their beloved Great British Baking Show.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Join Lisa & Cristina for an exciting episode of Baking Scraps featuring the fabulous Dyana O'Brien, also known as the Rockabilly Baker! As a finalist on Season 6 of The Great American Baking Show, filmed in the iconic Bake Off tent with judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith, Dyana brought her unique flair to the competition—and she's here to share her journey with us!With her striking retro style, complete with victory rolls and funky vintage outfits, Dyana seamlessly blends her love of baking with her passion for music as a singer in a rockabilly band. Discover how her eclectic interests inspire her creations and how she stylishly matched her wardrobe to her bakes in the tent.In this episode, we'll chat about the highs and lows of being a baking finalist, her creative process, and how she and her husband embrace their empty nest by pursuing their individual passions. Tune in for a lively conversation filled with inspiration, nostalgia, and of course, a generous sprinkle of baking wisdom. Whether you're a fan of retro style or just love delicious treats, this episode is sure to rock your world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can you believe it we have the WINNER of the Great American Baking Show on the pod this week! Martin Sorge is the champion of GABS Season 1 on Roku and he is the nicest and sweetest treat we've ever had on Compliments to the Chef. Learn all about what it's really like to be in the iconic tent, cook for Paul Hollywood, booze with Prue Leith and master a technical. You absolutely do not want to miss this episode!!You can find Martin:Instagram: @martinsorgeSubstack: Great BakesOnline: Martin Bakes WebsiteGreat American Baking Show, Season 1: On Roku for free!

A reminder that anyone, no matter how talented, can choke at any time.Next week starts Great British Baking Show: HOLIDAYS!Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram.

Lisa's daughter Sophie joins the girls for a semi-final breakdown. With a patisserie themed episode, the girls first break down the meaning, and talk about the signature overnight dough. Allison brings up Christiaan's rhubarb saffron flavored bake and Sophie shares the process for growing rhubarb commercially.  The women break down Dylan's performance as a bake-off finalist, and applaud the efforts of all the bakers in a true showstopper of excellence.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

We don't even need Ify to goof off this week. This is a SERIOUS challenge for SERIOUS baking.Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

An interesting 70's theme inspires the girls to speak about their experiences in the decade they were born into. A signature choux challenge was Lisa repeating the episodes puns, and remarking on Dylan's handshake from Hollywood. Once again Allison disparages the banoffee pie as a technical, and once again, Lisa disagrees.  Lisa shares that she has made the Paul Hollywood banoffee, and gives it a chef's kiss. With minimal discussion of the episode's showstoppers, the girls slip down multiple side streets of memories from raising themselves in the 1970's.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Ass is the origin of poop.Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

Chef and TV host Prue Leith may be an exacting judge with the bakers on The Great British Bake Off. But when it comes to the rest of us, she thinks we could all cut ourselves a bit of slack in the kitchen. That's the idea behind her new cookbook, Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom. It includes flavorful and simple recipes — but also dozens of practical cooking hacks from her 65-year culinary career. From peeling garlic to rescuing over-whipped cream, she offers strategies that can help you reduce waste and prepare tricky foods with ease.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

This week we welcome the restaurateur, entrepreneur, cook, writer and judge of Great British Bake Off Prue Leith onto Rosebud. Prue tells Gyles about her childhood, growing up under apartheid in South Africa; she reveals how she joined the boy scouts, became president of the tree-climbing club, and confronted the headmistress at her religious school with a shocking revelation. She and Gyles talk about her year in Paris learning French, the lightbulb moment in which she discovered her love of food, and the early years of setting up her first restaurant in London. This is a fascinating conversation about a fascinating, and boldly lived, life. Prue's book 'Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom' is out now, published by Quarto, and is a great Christmas present. Thank you to Prue for this wonderful interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lisa and Allison talk meringue nests right off the bat, and Lisa wonders why they haven't called it pavlova.  In this Dylan dominated episode, the girls talk about his meringue  nest technique and subsequent Hollywood handshake.  Allison recalls an early admiration for Sumaya, but is dismayed with her overabundunce of flavors this week.  Lisa asks 'who doesn't like coffee?' ,  and the girls discuss the various show stopping tiramisus.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

And so begins Dylan's heel turn.Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

Dame Prue Leith of “The Great British Bake Off” is our guest on today's show. Prue has been a judge on the beloved baking series since 2017, and earlier this fall, she released a new cookbook, “Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom: Really Good Food Without the Fuss.”Prue joins host Jessie Sheehan to discuss her fascinating career—from studying drama in South Africa to learning how to cook in France to becoming an esteemed cookery writer, novelist, and TV personality. She shares how she got her GBBO gig, why she loves a colorful wardrobe, and what she does and doesn't like about American desserts. Then, the duo talk trifles and Prue walks Jessie through her Dark Chocolate & Orange Trifle recipe from her new book. “I've never met a trifle I didn't like,” Prue says. Click here for Prue's Dark Chocolate & Orange Trifle recipe. Thank you to King Arthur Baking Company, Kerrygold, California Prunes, and Ghirardelli for supporting our show. Pre-order the holiday issue of Cherry Bombe Magazine.Visit cherrybombe.com for subscriptions, show transcripts, and tickets to upcoming events. More on Prue: Instagram, website, “Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom” cookbookMore on Jessie: Instagram, “Salty, Cheesy, Herby, Crispy Snackable Bakes” cookbook

GIVE NELLY HER OWN SHOW! Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

In this inspiring episode, Dame Prue Leith joins Michelle to share her insights on embracing colour and confidence in midlife, encouraging listeners to experiment with their personal style as a means of self-expression. Prue discusses her philosophy that fashion should be fun and that age should never limit our choices. The conversation then moves to a deeply personal topic: assisted dying. Prue, an advocate for the right to a dignified death, shares her perspective on why this choice should be available and respected. She also introduces her latest cookbook, Life's Too Short to Stuff a Mushroom, which focuses on simple, enjoyable recipes designed to make cooking accessible for everyone. Key Takeaways:

A first ever autumn episode is seasonally released, and it's something to sing about!  Lisa and Allison discuss the difference between American pies and British pies. Lisa then shares the story of her own perfect piecrust, and gives out her  'Cheryl White' piecrust recipe.A vegan bonfire night cake technical is regarded as 'easy' by the girls, and, how easy it is to forget an ingredient.  Allison brings up the meaning of bonfire night celebrations, and Lisa inserts a history lesson. The girls weigh-in on the vegetable laden show stopper, and, relish Sumaya's Hollywood handshake!  The emotional exit by Lisa's favorite baker brings lots of discussion on the inner workings of the show, and, once again whether the right person got sent home.  It's Fall y'all!Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Happy Halloween! 'Tis the season to c*m your skeleton out.Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

The girls sing their way into this week's pastry episode. After a brief discussion about vocal fry, Allison bemoans the week's frangipane signature as unnecessary.  Lisa then recalls making it herself - with a 'meh'.This week's Phyllo dough technical has both girls raving about how good homemade spanokopita is. Lisa then explains why HER homemade phyllo dough days are far behind her. With Gill coming last in the technical, the girls discuss the merits of Gill's other bakes and wonder why she didn't receive a Hollywood handshake. The Paris-brest showstopper challenge gets dissected thoroughly,  and,  Lisa shares that the one she tasted in Mexico wasn't worth the calories.  Allison brings up Nelly's unusual clothing and affect in this episode, and Lisa shares that she, and the entire internet are still very much pro-Nelly.  Pastry week!Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Tell us what YOU think Dylan's hat makes him look like!Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

The girls start the show getting right into the signature bakes from this week's carmel episode.  Lisa shares her own millionaire's shortbread bake and how Georgie and Andy each made a familiar candy bar.  With an iconic French tarte tatin technical, both Lisa and Allison discard the challenge as "not great", and Lisa wonders if her cheat ice cream recipe could get past the judges...  Allison brings up the absence of footage showing the bakers' skill sets in the final. The girls then discuss  mirror glazes, the high cost of isomalt, and how you can melt down candies instead. Lisa wonders about the budget for ingredients when the subject of Dylan's amalfi lemon show stopper is brought up, and both girls muse that there always seems to be a flavor king or queen each season. Lisa and Allison then close out the show with a seasonally appropriate discussion on carmel apples.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Bake Off 3: The Rise of Dylan. Also, some scoring updates.Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!

Assisted dying could very soon be legalised in the UK, with MPs being given a free vote by Prime Minister Keir Starmer on a bill that's just been introduced by Labour MP Kim Leadbeater. It's a controversial issue with passionate feelings on both sides that has been debated - and rejected -by parliament before, but campaigners think this time they could get it over the line. So, is this bill a humane and logical step to relieve those in unbearable agony, or is it a slippery slope that distorts the value of life in the UK?  In this week's episode of the Political Fourcast, Krishnan Guru-Murthy is joined by Conservative MP Danny Kruger, who fronted a documentary on the subject with his mother Prue Leith, Liberal Democrat MP Christine Jardine, a long-time campaigner for assisted dying, and Channel 4 News' Health and Social Care editor Victoria MacDonald.   Produced by Silvia Maresca, Calum Fraser, Rob Thomson.   If you've been affected by any of the issues raised please contact our support page: www.channel4.com/support

Lisa and Allison kick off the episode with nothing but praise for this week's skilled bread bakers. Dylan's signature buns get extra attention from the girls as they discuss the absence of an actual filling, and,  absence of savory filled buns themselves in the U.S.  Allison shares a recent offering of spaghetti soup that inspires Lisa to invent a meatball bun right on the spot...The girls heap their happiness on the brand new technical format, and, Lisa shares her own braided bread results...When Lisa's favorite Nelly loses star baker,  the discussion turns to whether the technical outcomes truly matter. Then l, a cornucopia showstopper reminds Allison of a bygone accessory leading the girls to share a 1990's flashback. Join the girls as they cheekily chat about a super fun bread week that crowns the 'oh-so-beautiful' Dylan, and sends baker John home on his bagel fail.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Sandi Toksvig OBE is a Danish-born comedian, broadcaster and writer. She spent her formative years travelling the world with her family, thanks to her father's job as a foreign correspondent. Sandi has had a long and successful career in UK radio and television, which began in the eighties on kids TV. She is best known for presenting QI, taking over from Stephen Fry in 2016. She subsequently spent three years co-presenting The Great British Bake Off with Noel Fielding and Prue Leith. Sandi is a political activist and is one of the co-founders of the Women's Equality Party. She has written more than 20 books and is here to talk about her latest novel, Friends of Dorothy. Sandi occasionally enjoys a drink, but today Nick pours a Days 0.0% alcohol free lager, while Angela prepares her favourite, roast duck legs with grapes. The experts at Waitrose suggest a Sorcova pinot noir, our first Romanian wine-pairing. This episode of Dish is as charming, witty and warm as Sandi Toksvig herself. She tells Nick and Angela about Danish culinary traditions, shares her (controversial) thoughts on cake and explains why she can often be found in a forest with a chainsaw. You can now watch full episodes of Dish on Youtube  All recipes from this podcast can be found at waitrose.com/dishrecipes A transcript for this episode can be found at waitrose.com/dish We can't all have a Michelin star chef in the kitchen, but you can ask Angela for help. Send your dilemmas to dish@waitrose.co.uk and she'll try to answer them in a future episode. Dish is a S:E Creative Studio production for Waitrose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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In this brand new week of biscuit competition, Lisa and Allison dig into the controversial American baker, Jeff, and his unceremonial exodus mid-challenge. Allison questions Lisa about Viennese whirls, and the bakers' interesting flavor choices-- Powdered rhubarb,  yay or nay?And finally, Lisa, the Michiana Queen of Gingerbread gives her opinions on the week's best biscuit showstoppers.Connect with us:https://soggybottomgirls.com Follow us on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soggybottomgirlsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/soggybottomgirls/

Ify does his best dom voice. Get well soon, Jeff!Support the show by heading to maximumfun.org/join, and by following us on Instagram!