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US History RepeatedWoodrow Wilson Part 3Jimmy and Jean complete their conversation on Woodrow Wilson and have the three same guests involved with us again.
We would like to thank:
Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Development at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Andrew Philips, Curator at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Elizabeth Karcher, President of the Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC.
We previously covered some of the domestic issues Wilson faced and now cover some of the foreign issues during his presidency.
We delve into the Armenian genoc...2023-01-0238 minUS History RepeatedWoodrow Wilson Part 2Jimmy and Jean continue the conversation on Woodrow Wilson and have THREE guests!
We would like to thank:
Emily Kilgore, Director of Education and Development at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Andrew Philips, Curator at the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library & Museum
Elizabeth Karcher, President of the Woodrow Wilson House in Washington DC.
While World War One breaks out (We will go into much greater detail on WWI In a separate set from Wilson) we discuss political neutrality, but economically, not so much.
We g...2022-12-1927 min
The Layman ChefÁ la Carte Returns!Welcome to this episode of À la Carte for The Layman Chef Podcast! I’m back behind the microphone discussing summer recipes to beat the heat (there’s Duke’s mayo involved), $40 cocktails in crystal goblets, the return of Hotel Chelsea, and couple of air conditioned gallery shows to check out between cocktails.Discussed in this Episode:Ina Garten’s Shrimp SaladJames Beard Award winning writer Rick Bragg makes me long for the food of the South in My Southern Journey.Hotel Chelsea returns!Baccarat BarBarbara Kruger at...2022-08-0526 min
The Layman ChefÁ la Carte: The Layman Chef on the Cream Cheese Shortage and JAWS Onstage.Welcome to this episode of À la Carte for The Layman Chef Podcast, where I’m discussing a variety of topics beyond food! Today I’m talking about JAWS live onstage, the reopening of a favorite East Village restaurant, and Courtney Love’s accurate SATC prediction. Hope you enjoy!Discussed in this Episode: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thelaymanchef.substack.com2021-12-1900 min
The Layman ChefThis is À la Carte: The Layman Chef on a Variety of Topics Beyond Food!Welcome to the first episode of À la Carte for The Layman Chef Podcast, where I’m rolling solo and discussing a variety of topics besides food! Today I’m talking about a dandy prostitute’s memoir, a one woman play with the real Carrie Bradshaw, and a pretty good tv show about 1970’s NYC. Hope you enjoy!Discussed in this Episode:There’s still a little food talk, including my unwavering love for the Goodbye Meatball recipe by Alison Roman. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other...2021-12-1100 min
The Layman ChefBackstage with Daniel Kasshu: Dressing Room Riders & Food on the RoadI sat down with multi hyphenate music industry veteran Daniel Kasshu for some great intel on backstage riders, Chinese Food in France, a vegan smokehouse in Brooklyn, and the ultimate kale salad. Hope you enjoy! Discussed in this Episode: Grace Jones RiderEleven Madison Park goes VeganModern LoveMonk’s Vegan SmokehouseReyka Vodka This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thelaymanchef.substack.com2021-11-2700 min
The Layman ChefTalking Turkey, Traditions, and a Little Thanksgiving Advice with the KarchersI made a call to Milton, Georgia to talk Thanksgiving with the experts: my mother, Anita Karcher, and sister Sarah. We discussed planning for leftovers, wether or not you should stuff your bird, mayonnaise based recipes, and hosting Thanksgiving at a beach house. I loved getting to catch up on some family history, as well as hear their opinions on the menu I have planned for my Thanksgiving this year. Hope you enjoy! Discussed in this Episode:Grossy Pelosi’s Duke’s Mayo BirdThe Women’s Junior League of Albany Georgia’s Quail Co...2021-11-1635 min
The Layman ChefRetro Girl in a Modern World: A Vintage Lover’s Guide to Drinking & Dining in NYC with NicoleNicole’s popular blog and instagram, Darling in Dots, chronicles her New York life as a ‘Retro Girl in a Modern World.’ We sat down over a couple of cosmopolitans (as New York City girls do) to discuss the best retro dining spots in NYC. We talk Breakfast (literally) at Tiffany’s, a cocktail lounge inside a 1960’s aircraft, and a speakeasy you enter through a vending machine. We also couldn’t resist discussing our mutual favorite bar’s history with Sex and The City. Hope you enjoy!Discussed in this Episode:Nicole at Beauty BarJame...2021-11-1100 min
The Layman ChefFrom Punk Rock to Provençal: Melanie Z is an American Gourmet in ProvenceWelcome to Episode 8 of The Layman Chef Podcast! I caught up with my dear friend Melanie Z, a former New Yorker now living in the South of France. We chatted over Zoom (the first remote Layman Chef recording!) about living in the rosé capital of France, the difference between tians and ratatouille, her adventures with French wild boar, missing hot sauce, and EXACTLY how many bottles of French wine you can fit in your luggage without paying an overweight fee (it’s more than you’d think!). Hope you enjoy! Discussed in this Episode: Melanie’s new h...2021-11-0444 min
The Layman ChefTwig the Wonder KidFor Episode 7 of The Layman Chef, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Twig the Wonderkid: prominent NYC DJ and the creator behind some of NYC’s most notorious parties, including TRASH and Glamdammit! We discuss what this creature of the night has been up to in his kitchen, including his well know (and much coveted!) hummus, and a recipe inspired by his favorite NYC slice.Discussed in this Episode: Twig’s Eggplant PolentaCalderon Brother’s Fruit Market Saturday Nights’ Remake/ Remodel party at Beauty BarKeep an eye o...2021-10-2700 min
The Layman ChefThe Layman Chef Podcast: Southern Girls Edition with Dena RutledgeDena and I bonded years ago over being Southern Girls living in NYC. In this episode of The Layman Chef we get down to business discussing essential topics of the South, including Duke’s Mayonnaise, the best time to visit Dollywood, holiday casserole traditions, and Jimmy Dean Sausage. Hope you enjoy!Discussed in This Episode:Grossy Pelosi’s Pimento Dip Collab with Duke’s Mayonnaise Blackened Cod and Cheddar Cheese Grits RecipeDepot Street Brewing, Jonesborough TNMargaritaville, Times Square This is a publ...2021-10-1900 min
The Layman ChefDispatch from Savannah GA!Hello from Savannah GA! This episode of the Layman Chef is coming to you from the Hostess City, with my best friend from Atlanta, Michael. We picked up a couple of traveler cocktails from Jimmy Carter’s favorite dive bar and sat down to discuss our experiences with Savannah’s exciting neo southern cuisine, as well as the dusty tourist traps. Hope you enjoy!Discussed in this episode: The Original Pinkie MastersFox & Fig (vegan!)The Wyld Dock BarThe G...2021-10-0600 min
The Layman ChefHanging with Hayden Kool ThingWelcome to Episode 4 of The Layman Chef Podcast! I sat down with meme king and NYC DJ Hayden, (aka DJ Kool Thing) to discuss Japanese whiskey, an appetizer called ‘Balls of Happiness,’ and the art of DJing while cooking. Hope you enjoy! * Checkout Hayden’s instagram for exceptional memes and DJ Kool Thing for upcoming DJ appearances and flawless gig flyers. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thelaymanchef.substack.com2021-09-2800 min
The Layman ChefFrom Coffin to Kitchen with Mike LewiWelcome to Episode 3 of The Layman Chef Podcast! I met with my favorite horror hound, Mike Lewi to dish about the essential 1970’s Playboy Bartender’s Guide, the importance of befriending your neighborhood butcher, and William Powell’s tiny martinis. Hope you enjoy!Don’t miss the hardcover reissue of Mike Lewi’s Playghoul Magazine (Vampira issue!) discussed on today’s podcast. Also checkout Mike’s instagram and youtube for your daily dose of Today’s Decay: Dates that Really Rate! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other s...2021-09-2100 min
The Layman ChefSnacking with Agent WednesdayIt’s Episode 2 of The Layman Chef Podcast! I sat down with fabulous artist and performer Agent Wednesday to discuss the art of snacking, Lard Bread, and spaghetti burlesque. We had a great chat over a table full of treats.Hope you enjoy! Take a peak at Agent Wednesday’s instagram for updates on her latest performances and projects, including this year’s Ms Coney Island Competition! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus e...2021-09-1400 min
The Layman ChefThe Layman Chef Podcast: Bingo! It’s Episode One!Welcome to the Layman Chef Podcast, where I talk with other non professional cooking enthusiasts about all things food! My first guest is East Village artist Bingo Sinatra. I hope you enjoy our chat about the best Italian markets, bialetti tattoos, and a unique twist on the Manhattan!Bingo Sinatra Art This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thelaymanchef.substack.com2021-08-2700 min