Podcasts about weeknights

Michael Steele speaks with three Republicans who are working to revive a party that has disintegrated through division and chaos. Former Chairman Chris Vance, former Congresswoman Barbara Comstock and former Congressman Charlie Dent join the podcast to discuss how the GOP has devolved under MAGA and what the party will look like in 20 years. Thanks for listening to the podcast over the years! The Michael Steele Podcast is going on hiatus, but you can catch Michael on The Weeknight," Mondays through Fridays at 7pmET on MSNBC, or on YouTube @michaelsteelenetwork.

Need a meal that's fast, flavorful, and starts with what's already in your pantry?In this bite-sized episode, we share delicious moments about the best things we ate this week to inspire each other – and you!You'll learn how a humble packet of ramen turned into a produce-packed weeknight favorite (yes, there's a jammy egg involved), and how a store-bought cookie became the secret star of a dreamy layered trifle that can feed a crowd. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for your next dinner party, these pantry-meets-fresh combos are all about making home cooking feel easy… and a little bit unexpected. Tune in for a quick dose of inspiration, a few clever tips, and your next best bite!***LinksMomofuku ramen noodles, and this one is Sonya's favorite flavor (not sponsored)Grilled asparagus from Love & LemonsA bok choy salad similar to what Sonya made from The Cozy ApronJapanese BBQ sauce to top noodles withFor the “Chocolate Cookie Crunch Trifle”: make chocolate pudding, make vanilla pudding, make a batch of whipped cream, and grab one package of Tate's cookies. Layer all three in a big bowl or trifle dish just before serving! (And for the vanilla pudding, Kari added a bit of white chocolate ganache, a tip she learned from Nicole Rucker's book, Fat + Flour)***Got a cooking question? Leave us a message on our hotline at: 323-452-9084For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our Substack here. You can also now find us on YouTube. We love hearing from you — follow us on Instagram @foodfriendspod, or drop us a line at foodfriendspod@gmail.com!Order Sonya's cookbook Braids for more Food Friends recipes!

Nadia Lim is a chef with a finger in every pie. She's a MasterChef New Zealand champion, cookbook author, TV personality, dietitian, entrepreneur, and an inspiration for many in the kitchen. Her recipes and passion have shaped the way many approach food, the release of her cookbook Easy Weeknight Meals inspiring plenty of people to take up utensils. To mark the 10th anniversary of that very cookbook, a special edition is being released, complete with 16 bonus My Food Bag recipes. Easy Weeknight Meals 10th Anniversary Edition, published by Allen & Unwin NZ, RRP $39.99. She told Jack Tame that ten years has gone by fast – time moving faster the older you get. “I'm 40 this year and I started this journey out when I was like, 25, and gosh, the time's just flown by,” Lim said. “I've never been a great person at kind of, looking back in the past, but when anniversaries like this come around, it's a good time to kind of look back and stop, pause, and reflect.” LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weeknights is live once again. We discuss Jamie Foxx's confession on The Hollywood Reporter's Roundtable, Smokey Robinson's $500M counter lawsuit, and some of the movies that are coming out in December of 2026.

Denzel Washington gets into a confrontation at Cannes, Tyla is sent to host the Kids Choice Awards and Dash gives her review of Forever.

Slick Rick has a visual album coming out, the Grammy Hall of Fame is getting some new inductees and Justin Bieber “congratulates” his wife Hailey on her Vogue cover.

Beyonce breaks tour records in Los Angeles, Sesame Street will now be on Netflix and Bloomberg reports podcasting numbers.

Charlamagne tha god's production company is making a movie with Jonathan Majors and where in the world is Ice Spice?

Max is getting a name, the “Creed” universe is expanding and Cynthia Erivo is playing Dracula.

Diddy's trial has begun, there are allegations against Smokey Robinson and A$ap Rocky wants to be James Bond.

The Golden Globes will be doing a Best Podcast awards in 2026, and J.D. went to see Kendrick Lamar and Sza at Metlife Stadium.

MSNBC’s The Weeknight host Michael Steele details the Democratic Party’s strategic missteps in leadership. Entrepreneur Chris Hughes discusses his new book Marketcrafters: The 100-Year Struggle to Shape the American Economy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stand out moments from the Met Gala and André 3000's piano announcement.

Wendy Yi takes a look at her top 10 games she plays during the week on otherwise busy days.

Thingies time! We're so excited to sit down with Lana Schwartz, the author of the newest 831 Stories release, Set Piece. We talk favorite character actors, joining ClassPass in 2025, and an incredible podcast season that inspired her book.   Lana's Thingies include ClassPass (she's been hitting up MADabolic, Lucent, Good Move, and New Love City), Lorne by Susan Morrison, Sex and the City rewatches, movie trivia at Syndicated, the Rilo Kiley reunion, and Easy Weeknight Dinners by Emily Weinstein.   Lana got some inspiration for Set Piece while listening to the You Must Remember This podcast season on Polly Platt.   Get more of Lana c/o her book Build Your Own Romantic Comedy: Pick Your Plot, Meet Your Man, and Direct Your Happily Ever After and upcoming 831 events in NYC, LA, and Boston.   Foxtails for all!   Want to stay connected with fellow listeners? Join our Geneva! You can also keep in touch at 833-632-5463, podcast@athingortwohq.com, and @athingortwohq. Last ep airs May 19! Start your store on Shopify and get a $1-a-month trial with our link. Get plant-happy with Fast Growing Trees. Take 15% off your first purchase with the code ATHINGORTWO. Change your clothes (monthly!) with Nuuly and get $28 off your first month when you sign up with the code ATHINGORTWO. Boost your hair with Nutrafol. Take $10 off your first month's subscription with the code ATHINGORTWO. YAY.

The Rock is starring in a UFC movie, Fantasia is releasing a gospel album and there's a Living Single rewatch podcast coming.

Cardi B says her album is almost ready and our long overdue review of “A Tale of Two Dirties”.

The Weeknight host Symone Sanders-Townsend skewers Trump’s first 100 days and the lies he’s trying to spin around them. Personhood author Mary Ziegler details her powerful new book on reproductive rights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees have been announced, Michael Ealy will play Malcolm X in the upcoming Muhammad Ali series, and Victoria Monet wants to perform at Breezy Bowl.

A review of Alex Isley's EP “When”, Elizabeth Holmes is in the news again and date crashers on TikTok.

Shannon Sharpe is stepping away from his duties at ESPN, the Oscars' voting system has new rules and Young Thug and Future have released a new song.

American Music Awards nominations and Ari Lennox reportedly leaves Dreamville.

SPOILER ALERT. The episode is all about “Sinners” and we hold nothing back. If you've seen it, please proceed. If you haven't, bookmark it for when you do.

Ryan Coogler's “ Sinners” deal and opening weekend, Kendrick Lamar is still trolling Drake and the “Him” trailer.

Chaka Khan and Prince may have an album coming out, Lil Wayne speaks about what really happened with the Super Bowl, and T-Pain does Coachella

Mass Appeal “Legend Has It” album series is coming soon, Bobby Brown hates when people sample him and Serena Williams tells Time she was not thinking about Drake when she performed at the Super Bowl.

A review of Mary J. Blige's MSG tour stop, celebrities in space and thoughts on the male r&b Mt Rushmore

Gillian has found herself working from home permanently and finds getting to the grocery store just isn't what it used to be. So, she's turned to Chris and Shilpa to help her stock her pantry and get her out of her weeknight rut.Recipes featured in the episode:Jammy Onion and Miso PastaCreamy Tahini and Harissa BeefHummus Bowls with Merguez-Spiced Tempeh Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Tom Vasel shares his top 10 games to play on a weeknight!

Keke Palmers pulls her interview with Jonathan Majors and Keri Hilson talks about the diss that changed her career.

Marlon Wayans and Jordan Peele are teaming up for a sports horror film, Redman addresses speculation about him and Method Man and Cardi B is the second richest female rapper.

Amerie has a new single out, that leads to a conversation about songwriting…plus Dreamville Fest is sort of over.

LeBron James is a Kenbassador for Barbie, NBA courts may be getting a makeover and Melanie Fiona released an EP.

Hollywood hip hop fans, TikTok gets another extension and No Jumper is broke, according to Adam22.

Antoine Fuqua's Michael Jackson movie release is delayed, Cardi B is working on a beauty and apparel line, and a review of CNN's "Kobe Bryant: The Making of a Legend".

Netflix released a teaser trailer for Happy Gilmore 2, H.E..R. has taken on her first directing gig, Apple reportedly losing over $1B a year on their streaming service.

Loren LoRosa has a new podcast on the way, DJ Mustard is collaborating with Heinz and AMC is bringing 4DX to its theaters.

Dolly Parton earns her first digital #1 on the Billboard charts, Elizabeth Olsen says she's moving on from her Scarlet Witch character, and Netflix is working on a Willy Wonka inspired reality show.

The Avengers Doomsday cast has been announced and Stephen A. Smith and LeBron James are (still) beefing.

Cait often devotes her weekends to involved kitchen projects that yield restaurant-quality results. But she's looking to bring that feeling into her weeknights, when time is harder to come by. Chris enlists Kendra Vaculin's help to give Cait's weeknight cooking that chefy quality she's been missing.Recipes & Links: Meatball Soup with Beef Stew VibesGorgeous Green Shrimp Everything-Spice Fish with Tomato SaladCreamy Spinach and Chickpeas Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Cooking has just got a whole lot easier as Lidl have announced their very own Silvercrest Monsieur Cuisine. The kitchen tech is aimed to make your weeknight meals easier with no fuss. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent tell us all.

Jonathan Majors is "living life" while damaging audio of him makes its way across the internet and Erykah Badu is releasing her first studio project in 15 years.

Mariah Carey's iheartradio music awards tribute causes controversy, Miley Cyrus's “Flowers” is still on the chopping block and UMG moves to dismiss Drake's lawsuit.

Tory Lanez wants us to separate the man from the music and Mo'Nique wants Tyler Perry to apologize.

Usher forgets the words to his own song, Zendaya is the highest paid black woman in TV and Will Smith is releasing an album.

Anna and Raven have been there, when you had a long day and don't want to cook! They talk to Chef Plum, and he gives them the easiest but most delicious recipes that will impress your family during the week! Find Chef Plum at http://www.chefplum.com/ ! Elon Musk sent out an email to all federal employees for them to report on what they did at work last week. Anna was away last week so she asked Raven, Producer Julie, and Producer Justin what they did at work last week! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the announcement of the Fire Festival II's location and how to get tickets! The way you watch your TV is about to change and become more scented! There is a company who has made this possible and it's not as expensive as it sounds like it should be! Brian Fried, the Invention Coach, is the person to go to when you have an idea for an invention! Anna and Raven propose their invention ideas! Find him at https://brianfried.com/ !  Anna and Raven share the things that their parents won't take their advice on! They ask you to fill in the blank “I told my parents ____, but they don't listen to me.” Anna was on a flight this week, and everyone started booing and even Anna participated! Find out who they were booing! Are you up to date on this week's biggest news story? Anna and Raven will get you caught up on the trending news stories including the only locksmith of Yosemite National Park who was let go as a part of the firings this week! Jared and Izzy have a 12-year-old daughter, who is a little overweight. Jared was an overweight child and has continued to struggle with his weight as an adult. He wants to send the daughter to a nutritionist/dietician to help. Izzy doesn't agree. She thinks it's too early to bring a professional into this. It's normal at this point in her life. She's 12 and going through puberty. Izzy wants to work on it together as a family. If they all get more active and introduce healthier snacks, it will benefit the whole family. What do you think? Maureen and Larry have a chance to win $7800! All they have to do is answer more pop culture questions than Raven in Can't Beat Raven!

Camilla Cleghorn, Joey Evans, and Chris Yi go over the extra games that just didn't make their Top 10 Weeknight Games.

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