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Special Sauce with Ed LevineFood Critic on a Diet, Part Two: The NYT's Pete WellsThis week Pete Wells and I talk about our mutual worst food enemy, our addiction to sugar. Pete explains how the hidden added sugars in many packaged and processed foods just compound our dietary problems. We also talk about how the mixed messages we get from the government add to our dietary woes.
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2026-02-2029 minSeason 6Food Critic on a Diet, Part Two: The NYT’s Pete WellsThis week Pete Wells and I talk about our mutual worst food enemy, our addiction to sugar. Pete explains how the hidden added sugars in many packaged and processed foods just compound our dietary problems. We also talk about how the mixed messages we get from the government add to our dietary woes. Learn about...
2026-02-2029 min
Season 6Food Critic on a Diet, Part One: The NYT’s Pete WellsOn this first of two episodes featuring The New York Times‘s Pete Wells, the former Times restaurant critic explains how he learned to eat differently after a trip to his doctor scared the crap out of him. Yes he eats many more whole grains and avoids added sugar any way he can. But as you’ll...
2026-02-1432 minSpecial SauceFood Critic on a Diet, Part One: The NYT’s Pete WellsOn this first of two episodes featuring The New York Times‘s Pete Wells, the former Times restaurant critic explains how he learned to eat differently after a trip to his doctor scared the crap out of him. Yes he eats many more whole grains and avoids added sugar any way he can. But as you’ll...
2026-02-1432 minSpecial Sauce with Ed LevineFood Critic on a Diet, Part One: The NYT's Pete WellsOn this first of two episodes featuring The New York Times's Pete Wells, the former Times restaurant critic explains how he learned to eat differently after a trip to his doctor scared the crap out of him. Yes he eats many more whole grains and avoids added sugar any way he can. But as you'll hear his health and diet journey revealed just as many unexpected truths about how to eat right.
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2026-02-1432 min
The Culture Show PodcastJanuary 20, 2026 - Paul Salopek, Pete Wells, and WINTERACTIVE 2026Paul Salopek has spent more than a decade walking the globe on foot as part of the “Out of Eden Walk,” retracing ancient human migration routes from East Africa toward Tierra del Fuego. A two-time Pulitzer Prize winner and National Geographic Explorer, Salopek joins us from Alaska, where he’s pausing for the winter before continuing his journey through the Americas. To read all of his reporting go here.After twelve years as chief restaurant critic for “The New York Times,” Pete Wells stepped away from the role following a health reckoning brought on by the demands of profess...
2026-01-2055 min
Expense AccountPete WellsThis week on Expense Account, J Lee spoke to Pete Wells, former restaurant critic for The New York Times. Topics discussed include:* The ideal width of sandwiches.* Why everyone is a food journalist now (social media).* The increased emphasis on furniture and design in restaurants.* And whether Pete misses being a critic.Expense Account is a food podcast for everyone. Insiders, outsiders, your mom, your dad, New Yorkers, Angelenos and also people from Florida (we love you). Anyone who enjoys eating food. It’s even for people who hate fo...
2026-01-1456 minSpecial SauceMatcha Madness with Pete WellsThe world’s gone mad for matcha, and the The New York Times’s Pete Wells has the scoop on today’s episode of Special Sauce. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
2025-12-1233 minSpecial Sauce with Ed LevineMatcha Madness with Pete WellsThe world's gone mad for matcha, and the The New York Times's Pete Wells has the scoop on today's episode of Special Sauce.
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2025-12-1233 min
Cornering The Job MarketBreaking Job News: Banks Quietly Prepare for Workforce Cuts & CEOs Warn AI Will Weaken HiringThe job market is sending mixed signals; hiring is inching forward while AI is accelerating fast enough to reshape entire industries. In today's Breaking Job News, host Pete Newsome breaks down new ManpowerGroup data showing a +27% U.S. hiring outlook for Q1 2026. Growth is slower and more selective, with finance, insurance, and mid-sized employers driving most of the momentum.From there, Pete dives into the most unmistakable evidence yet of AI’s impact on staffing. Major banks, such as JPMorgan, Citi, Wells Fargo, and Goldman Sachs, report huge efficiency gains from automation, linking that productivity to fewer op...
2025-12-1005 min
The Meaningful Money Personal Finance PodcastListener Questions Episode 34We're getting into the groove of doing video podcasts now, and today we have another mixed bag of questions. They include the tax implications of moving abroad, whether to start a pension in your 60's, whether it's possible for a pension fund to be too big and lots more besides! Shownotes: https://meaningfulmoney.tv/QA34 01:24 Question 1 Hi Pete and Roger Thanks for the fantastic podcast, YouTube videos (and book) I have learnt so much. My question is essentially about whether to overpay my mortgage or invest. I have watched...
2025-12-0337 min
The Moon Under Water: A Pubcast with Kelly Daniels and Steve JonesGuy Fieri Is the Sammy Hagar of Food-Based Reality TV: Detroit, Bourdain, Pete Wells...with the Great Dan LibmanSpecial guest Libman--author of three books of fiction, most recently, Shocker in Gloomtown--joins the fellas to talk food TV. We got our beloved RIP Anthony Bourdain in post-apocalyptic (but still cool) Detroit on the plus side. On the negatory sits food critic Pete Wells' epic and epically hilarious takedown on Guy Fieri's restaurant in Times Square. It all adds up to a tasty time at good old Tommy's.
2025-11-051h 13
The Chef's CutCo-Chief NYT Restaurant Critic Ligaya Mishan on Succeeding Pete Wells, Her Most Controversial Reviews, and Branching Out from NYCIn a Chef’s Cut first, Adrienne and Joe sit down with co-chief restaurant critic for the New York Times, Ligaya Mishan. They ask her all about taking over for Pete Wells and what goes into writing her reviews every week. Plus, we discuss:
The controversial Alinea review everyone is talking about
Whether or not a one-star review should be considered "good"
How the NYT picks restaurants to review
The standards for reviewing a restaurant, including how soon is too soon and how much she eats
Is it easy to...
2025-11-0458 minSpecial Sauce with Ed LevineAsheville After the Flood with Pete WellsLast September Asheville, North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene. The damage is estimated to be $60 billion. Especially hard hit was the close-knit food community that has attracted millions of visitors to Asheville every year. The New York Times's Pete Wells did some stellar reporting last fall when he spent a few days interviewing chefs and farmers in the picturesque western Carolina city. Now, six months down the road, Special Sauce checked in with Pete and James Beard Award-winning chef-restaurateur Meherwan Irani to update us on the state of Asheville's recovery.
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2025-04-0438 min
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street RadioRestaurant Reviews that Bite Back: Pete Wells Speaks Up and OutPete Wells, former New York Times restaurant critic, joins us to look back on his most infamous reviews, plus why he blasted Guy Fieri’s Times Square restaurant but loved Señor Frog’s. Photojournalist Kate Medley reveals why some of the best food in the South is served at the gas station; we make Cantonese Stir-Fried Black Pepper Beef and Potatoes; and Chris and Sara Moulton answer listener calls. Get this week’s recipe for Cantonese Stir-Fried Black Pepper Beef and Potatoes here.Listen to Milk Street Radio on: Apple Podcasts | SpotifyChristo...
2025-03-0751 min
Cross SportsDikembe Mutombo & Pete Rose passed away, NBA news, College Football & NFL games predictions!!NBA legend, DikembeMutombo, & MLB legend, Pete Rose, both passed away on Monday.College Football & NFL games predictions.Which team will win the World Series, and why?Frank Jackson, he sales jerseys. Hockey jerseys too! Facebook him!!Ovidio's Big Leap Ink: https://bigleapink.com Darrick's catering business: https://apeelinggourmet.godaddysites.com Epidemic Sound - Painted Memories Epidemic Sound - Relate Cushy Epidemic Sound - 3PeatEpidemic Sound - 88 OrbitEpidemic Sound - When It Hits YaEpidemic Sound - Way Up (Instrumental Version)Epidemic Sound - Trap Cloud
2024-10-2418 min
Frequently Thoughtful, Occasionally BrilliantDear Pete WellsDear Pete Wells, you're not 20 years old and the industry is not your toxic ex-girlfriend. In this episode we discuss Pete Well's last article for the New York Times.
I Reviewed Restaurants for 12 Years. They’ve Changed, and Not for the Better.
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2024-09-2022 min
Mixed Signals from Semafor MediaIt’s a Man Eat Dog World, with Food Critic Pete WellsAfter a quick review of what moderator lessons and memes will stick from this week’s debate, Ben and Nayeema turn to New York Times reporter and former restaurant critic Pete Wells to explore the fight between the new wave of influencers and the old guard of gatekeepers in food. On the menu: the health hazards of criticism, how celebrity chefs and TikTokers altered the power of his seat and whether diversifying food reviews in the midst of the culture wars were “DEI,” “virtue signaling” or simply — as Pete reveals — an organic evolution. Also: if, unlike immigrants in Ohio, he’s ever tast...
2024-09-1342 min
The LA Food PodcastLA earns 5 new Michelin stars. Plus, Tim Walz is a foodie, Pete Wells yells at clouds, and Part 2 of our interview with Botanica's Heather Sperling.Michelin held its 2024 California Guide Ceremony earlier this week, and it’s fair to say that LA restaurants fared rather well. Jordan Kahn’s Vespertine earned back its 2 stars, Holbox, Uka and Meteora earned their first, and LA also dominated the list of new Bib Gourmands. But, like I ask my therapist on a weekly basis, what does it all mean? Father Sal’s on the pod today to help us make sense of it all.
We also discuss the crucial matter of whether aspiring Vice President of the United States Tim Walz is a foodi...
2024-08-091h 51
Tinfoil SwansPete Wells and the Suitcase Full of SausageOutgoing New York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells gets personal with his longtime friend about his path from high school cheerleader to college dropout to the pages of Sassy magazine — all the way to the most prestigious critic's seat in the country. Plus, he's got a little challenge for Thomas Keller.For more info visit: foodandwine.com/tinfoilswans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2024-07-3054 min
The Press BoxThe Biden-Harris Switch, Three Weeks of Political Scoops, and Farewell to Skip Bayless and Pete WellsHello, media consumers! Bryan and David react to the news that President Joe Biden will drop out of the 2024 presidential race and has endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris. They discuss the following:
How cable news moved slowly with its coverage and reactions (5:00)
Reporters who could have taken a bow after the news broke (7:55)
How Harris will be covered by political reporters (33:24)
Hulk Hogan's and Dana White's appearances at the RNC (40:35)
Then, in the Notebook Dump, they discuss the following:
Skip Bayless leaving Fox Sports (48:36)
TNT's plan to match Amazon’s bi...
2024-07-221h 11
HORECA AUDIO NEWS - Le pillole quotidiane9692 - Pete Wells dice addio alla critica gastronomica per motivi di saluteIl mondo della gastronomia di New York è rimasto scioccato dall'annuncio di Pete Wells, il celebre critico culinario del New York Times, che ha deciso di appendere al chiodo forchetta e coltello dopo 12 anni di intensa attività. Wells, che ha esercitato la sua professione con passione e autorevolezza dal 2012, ha dichiarato che la decisione di ritirarsi è stata dettata da motivi di salute.
2024-07-2202 min
Difference MakersINITIATING CHANGE: Wells Fargo and Native CDFI Network Partner to Bolster Economic Development for Native Americans in California, NevadaDespite a Native American population of nearly 800,000, California and Nevada have only one certified Native CDFI. The Native CDFI Network and Wells Fargo are launching a year-long initiative to change that. Difference Makers highlights how Native community development financial institutions (CDFIs) work alongside their small business clients to accelerate change and create economic opportunities in Native communities. Join the Native CDFI Network and Tribal Business News as they shine a spotlight on the people accelerating economic change in Indian Country.
2024-07-1137 min
Dive Into This Immersive Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.Another Step Up the Mountain by Dianette WellsPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/6773to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Another Step Up the Mountain
Author: Dianette Wells
Narrator: Hillary Huber, Pete Cross
Format: mp3
Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins
Release date: 07-02-24
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 3 ratings
Genres: Women
Publisher's Summary:
Climbing over adversity. In her groundbreaking memoir, Another Step Up the Mountain, Dianette tells of her unique experiences climbing the Seven Summits, participating in adventure races (including four Eco-Challenges and ultra marathons around the world), as she raised three wonderful children. Trying to survive a tumultuous marriage, Dianette felt empty and unhappy. However, everything changed when she...
2024-07-026h 37
Laker Film Room - Dedicated to the Study of Lakers Basketball2024 Draft Preview, Part 2In part 2 of a two part pod on the 2024 NBA draft for the Lakers, special guest Mike Garcia continues his conversation with Pete & Darius on whether it might make sense in this draft to buy an addition second round pick and how potential draft picks, including Kevin McCullar, Isaiah Crawford, Anton Watson, Ryan Dunn, Tristen Newton, Oso Ighodaro, Jaylen Wells & Bronny James, could help the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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2024-06-1736 minSpecial Sauce with Ed LevinePete Wells and Scott Weiner on Totonno's PizzeriaTotonno's, the iconic, century-old Coney Island Brooklyn pizzeria, has been put up for sale by the family who founded it. On this episode of Special Sauce we talk about Totonno's pizza, legacy, and future prospects with NYT restaurant critic Pete Wells and the eminent pizza scholar Scott Weiner, the owner of Scott's Pizza Tours.
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2024-06-0742 min
METAL UP YOUR PODCAST - All Things MetallicaEpisode 373 - Music and We, pt. IClint chats with Jamilah from the Music and We podcast about life, art, music and Metallica. Topics in this episode:- reflections on becoming a father and fatherhood- how being a parent has changed me- balancing touring life with family- metaphor and knowing we are going to dieWherever You Go That's Where I'll Be - Clint Wells- favorite writers- finding a voice as a writer- Raymond Carver and Charles Bukowski- reading less- balancing technology with life...
2024-02-201h 15
The SporkfulUndercover Dining With NY Times Restaurant Critic Pete WellsNew York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells has been called the most feared food writer in America. He can make or break a restaurant with the power of one of his reviews. When he goes out, he does so in secret, making reservations under fake names because he doesn't want restaurants to know that he's coming. This week Pete takes Dan on an undercover mission to a New York restaurant. Then they talk about the nuts and bolts of Pete’s life as a critic. He eats out five nights a week, meaning he has plenty of bad meals — so ho...
2024-02-0536 min
Compass PointDigging Wells‘And Isaac digged again the wells of water, which they had digged in the days of Abraham his father; for the Philistines had stopped them after the death of Abraham: and he called their names after the names by which his father had called them.’—Genesis 26:18
2023-12-1100 min
Middle Class Film Class**CORRECTED** Aftersun (2022) review / dir. Charlotte WellsThe gang vacations in Turkey this week, as they review Charlotte Wells' first feature length film, Aftersun. Come along as we see the final vacation that young Sophie spent with her dear dad, seen through the lens of old footage she found if that week. What is eating at her father? Why is he the way that he is? Is this their last day on earth together? Watch along, then listen in, as we break it down. http://www.MCFCpodcast.com http://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcast http://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFC http://www.tiktok.com...
2023-04-261h 14
This Is TASTEPete Wells
Did you catch longtime New York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells dropping a monumental story this week, the 100 Best Restaurants in New York City? This is the first time in Pete’s 12-year career that he’s published such a list, and we had him back in the studio to talk about his method and some of his favorite places. We also dove into his reviewing career, as well as how he schedules all the meals and keeps tabs on the trends. We get some quick hits from Pete, including the best pizza, the best Midtown lunch, and the best...
2023-04-211h 02
Neurodivergent MomentsSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!Not a full episode (that comes next week) but some exciting news!We have 3 copies of Pete Wharmby's latest book available to give away. To do this you just need to leave a review of the podcast on Apple iTunes. We'll pick 3 random reviews left before the 4th of January to win a copy of Pete's book. Check our social media channels (@ndm_podcast on twitter and instagram) to see if you've won. If you can't wait until then we also have a discount code to buy a copy...
2022-12-1604 min
Neurodivergent MomentsS02E04 Special Interests with Pete WharmbyIt's another episode of the only podcast hosted by two comedians whose names are Abigoliah Schamaun and Joe WellsThis week we're talking about Special Interests with writer Pete Wharmby.Buy Pete's new book here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/What-Want-Talk-About-Interests/dp/B0B7SKMV6W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=OOX2VJZVN96L&keywords=pete+wharmby&qid=1670549402&sprefix=pete+whar%2Caps%2C79&sr=8-1Rate, Review and Subscribe and we'll see you again in two weeks with a wonderful special guest or if you can't wait two weeks...
2022-12-091h 04
The Dr. Greg Wells Podcast#183. Masterclass on Gratitude: With John Foley, Steve Foran, and Pete BombaciWelcome back!
We’re going to change things up over the next couple of months.
As we look back at the past few years of this podcast, some topics kept coming up over and over again. So we’d like to dedicate some episodes to digging deep into some of the key themes that have emerged over the past few years.
This week we’re going to look back at three guests who talked a lot about gratitude: John Foley, Steve Foran, and Pete Bomabaci. John was our first ever guest and is a form...
2022-12-0658 min
Food People by Bon AppétitEpisode 133: The Enigmatic Pete WellsPete Wells has been the restaurant critic of the New York Times for six years. He doesn't make TV appearances and very rarely goes to events, all in the name of keeping a low profile. We talk to him about what it's like to be constantly going out to restaurants, and what it means to be a critic in 2017.
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2022-11-1346 min
The Dr. Greg Wells Podcast#178. Pete Bombaci on The GenWell ProjectWelcome back!
This week I’m excited to share my interview with Pete Bombaci, the founder and executive director of the GenWell Project. The idea was inspired by the events witnessed during the summer blackout in 2003 - kindness, generosity, empathy, and human connection. Pete is proud to be leading a movement that he believes can make the world a happier and healthier place.
If you want to learn more you can check out genwellproject.org.
In this conversation we do a deep dive into gratitude, community building, and leveraging the power of human con...
2022-11-0122 min
Christian Outdoors PodcastThe Bass Chaplain - Chris WellsHow does someone become a bass chaplain? What exactly is a Bass Chaplain? Chris Wells is just that, since 2008 he has been the Chaplain of the Bassmaster Elite series professional bass fishing circuit. By chasing a dream of bass fishing, Chris follows the bass anglers around the country and ministers to them where they are. Listen to this episode as he shares with us how he does what he does.
2021-10-3147 min
Heartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastTexas Tech Fires Matt Wells, Plus a New No. 1 in our Big 12 Power RankingsThere was a coaching shake up in the Big 12 Conference after the Texas Tech Red Raiders fired head coach Matt Wells on Monday. Where should Texas Tech go from here? Also there is a new No. 1 in our Big 12 Football Power Rankings! Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2021-10-2822 minHeartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastJustin Wells, Inside Texas on Chris Beard and Spring FootballThis week I talked with Justin Wells of Inside Texas to discuss the Longhorns firing Shaka Smart and hiring Chris Beard, plus spring football is underway with new head coach Steve Sarkisian. How is the quarterback battle going? That and much more! Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2021-04-0916 minHeartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastTexas Tech Head Football Coach Matt WellsThis week I'm joined by Texas Tech head football coach Matt Wells to discuss the offseason for the Red Raiders, how the program looks to improve heading into Year 3 under Wells and how the quarterback battle might play out in Lubbock. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2021-03-1113 min
The Adventures Of...PodcastEpisode # 54 - "HEY, YOU WANNA HEAR SOMETHING FUNNY?" - With Special Guest Claudia WellsThis week, you are in quite a treat as Peter Alden and Pete Gould take a fun little detour from the road of superheroes to spend some quality time with Claudia Wells! You know her best as the original Jennifer Parker from "Back To The Future", but if that's ALL you know about Claudia, you haven't even BEGUN to scratch the surface.
Not only is she an actress, but since 1992, she's owned and operated the popular clothing design store in downtown Los Angeles called Armani Wells! This is a fun one that will be sure to...
2021-02-201h 19
The Distraction: A Defector PodcastWhy Move to New York to Make Bread? (with Pete Wells)This week, New York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells talks to Drew and Roth about outdoor dining structures, buckwheat fennel cookies, and what a food critic writes about when all the restaurants are closed. Visit defector.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-01-281h 01Heartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastJustin Wells, Inside Texas on Firing Tom Herman, Hiring Steve SarkisianThis week I talked with Justin Wells of InsideTexas.com about the Texas Longhorns firing Tom Herman and hiring Steve Sarkisian. Why was Tom Herman fired? Why Steve Sarkisian? What can he do better and differently? That and much more!Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2021-01-0521 minHeartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastInterview: Justin Wells, Inside Texas, on Longhorns and Texas vs. OklahomaThis week I'm joined by Justin Wells, the managing editor of Inside Texas, to discuss how the Texas Longhorns program is handling a slow start in Big 12 play following the TCU loss, plus how hot is Tom Herman's seat in Austin, along with a preview ahead of the game this weekend against the Oklahoma Sooners in the Red River Rivalry. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2020-10-0616 min
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast10 - Lolli Ladybird's Got Spots!Oh no, it's back for series 2! Join me, your unintelligible host Pete Wells, as we journey through the glorious world of Sensory Stories! This episode we look at mental health as we go to the doctors with Lilli Ladybird! We have a lecture on the sense of proprioception and talk to Massage Story creator Mary Atkinson! 00:00:00 Intro 00:04:16 Lecture: Proprioception 00:14:25 Interview with Mary Atkinson 00:38:00 Lolli Ladybird's Got Spots Intro 00:40:46 Lolli Ladybird's Got Spots Sensory Story 00:43:07 Lolli Ladybird's Got Spots Breakdown 01:03:15 Lolli Ladybird's Got Spots Lesson ideas 01:08:03 Outro Remember to...
2020-09-291h 09
Just Another Panel Show04. All The Ads - Sketch Special w/ Pete WellsWe made a lot of sketches, VOX Pops and pointless ads over the two seasons.
So here’s all the best together at last! It’s like a sketch show but trying
to sell you things that shouldn’t exist.
Special shout out to the wonderful Dan Jones, not the comedian, the AI.
2020-06-1600 min
Special Sauce with Ed LevineSpecial Sauce: NYT’s Pete Wells on the Future of Restaurant Criticism [2/2]On this week's Special Sauce, New York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells, who's been used to eating out six nights a week, tells us about cooking lunch and dinner for his two teenaged sons now that he's home every day. Pete explains that he's really enjoyed returning to the kitchen every day; he notes that he originally got into food writing because he loved to cook. I asked him if his sons appreciate his culinary efforts? "At least they're not complaining," Pete says, which is about the best you can hope for with teenagers. But you'll also want to...
2020-05-2120 min
Special Sauce with Ed LevineSpecial Sauce: NYT Restaurant Critic Pete Wells on the State of the Industry [1/2]What does a restaurant critic do when there are no restaurants to review? The San Francisco Chronicle's Soleil Ho has shifted to primarily covering how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting the restaurant industry in the Bay Area, while also writing profiles of people like the Indonesian artist known as Nao, who publishes drawings of toast that, according to Soleil, "have garnered her a legion of followers who swoon at the accuracy of her char marks, the glorious shimmer of her half-melted butter and the detailed brush strokes in her crusts."
And this week's Special Sauce guest, Pete...
2020-05-1427 minHeartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastJustin Wells, Inside Texas, on Texas Longhorns' Offseason StorylinesI'm joined this week by Justin Wells of Inside Texas to discuss the top storylines for the Texas Longhorns during a strange offseason affected by coronavirus. How will Texas handle this with two new coordinators? What are the biggest concerns? That and much more! Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2020-04-0119 min
Just Another Panel Show03. Oranges w/ Mekkin Roff, Pernille Haaland, Kieron Liley, Ashish SuriIt's Pernille Haaland and Mekkin Roff VS Kieron Liley and Ashish Suri - in an all out Orange War.
2020-03-2300 min
Just Another Panel Show02. Wrestling w/ Lincoln Van der Westhuizen, Kieron Liley, Ashish Suri, Jerry BakewellLive from Comedy Cabin - Wrestling! feating real time comedy comedian Jerry Bakewell, and Lincoln Van der Westhuizen VS Kieron Liley and Ashish Suri. All fighting against your host, Pete Wells
2020-03-1900 minHeartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastTexas Tech Red Raiders Head Coach Matt Wells InterviewI'm joined this week by Texas Tech Red Raiders head coach Matt Wells to look back on the 2019 season, talk about his new coaching hires, the 2020 recruiting class and whether or not he will have a quarterback battle this spring and summer. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2020-02-1914 min
Just Another Panel Show01. Star Wars w/ Isa Bonachera, Jenny Kassner, Mark O'Neil, Sean SellersOpening the Series 2! Join us for Give Birth to Baby Yoda - The Game. Find out how to argue with angry fanboys online. And witness the definitive ranking of the best to worst Rian Johnson movie. We’re taking a slanted look at this galaxy far far away……
2020-01-3000 min
Your Favorite Thing with Wells & BrandiPeter & The Magic WandThis week on YFT, Brandi has been chilling suh-hard after her fam left Nashville and Wells has found his beanie-wearing, handkerchief-loving counterparts on his first visit to Brooklyn. Looks like our buddy Ryan Serhant may be getting some business from Sarah and Wells post-nuptials! After a week of relaxation for Brandi and studying up for the Golden Globes for Wells, the hosts have plenty of favorite things, from oldies like Friday Night Lights (ding for Connie Britton’s hair), the Korean film Parasite (if you don’t like subtitles, please grow up), and even Pilot Pete’s season of The Ba...
2020-01-1556 min
Just Another Panel Show15. Christmas Special w/ Kate Barron, Hannah Fairweather, Jamie Allerton, Jake Pickford, Andy BucksHave a little bit of anti-christmas. With off-key singing, some of the worst christmas presents, and lots of laughs.
Featuring Kate Barron and Hannah Fairweather VS Jake Pickford and Jamie Allerton. With your special guest Father Christmas (Andy Bucks) and host Pete Wells!
2019-12-1100 min
Live Your Own Fit | LYF PerformanceRunning PODCAST – Technique & ShoesPete gives his top 3 technique tips to get you running more efficiently. Posture, cadence(arm carry/swing), and foot fall.
But really there is a hundred tips in this podcast as each topic is explained in detail with many examples of drills, technique, cues, and much more to focus on. Including a fourth overriding cue that you must think about at all times.
Pete talks about what shoes he’s been wearing, what he likes in a shoe for different runs and situations.
Xero shoes are Pete’s “go to” training shoes, everyday sandals...
2019-12-0951 minHeartland College Sports: The Big 12 Sports PodcastInterview: Justin Wells, Inside Texas on Longhorns' Disappointing Season, DramaI'm joined this week by Justin Wells of Inside Texas to discuss the Longhorns' disappointing season, where things stand within the program, what Tom Herman needs to evaluate and much more moving forward!Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2019-11-2720 min
The Moment with Brian KoppelmanPete Wells - 11/05/19Brian and New York Times restaurant critic, Pete Wells, talks about his rough "Peter Luger" review....Spoiler alert, Brian does not agree.
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2019-11-051h 03
Just Another Panel Show14. Panel Shows w/ Sean Sellers, Isa Bonachera, Callum Jones, Phil LindseyPete Wells brings you - what is Just Another Panel Show? Champions - Isa Bonachera and Emily Woods (played by Sean Sellers) return to battle it out with the Underdogs of Callum Jones and Phil Lindsey. Who will be the Panel Show champion of Series 1 - and will this lead to a greater understanding of what the hell this show is?
2019-10-0900 min
Just Another Panel Show13. Facebook w/ Daman Bamrah, Tommy Ettling, Emily Woods, Mara MankaFrom the depths of facebook comedian groups our escaped panelists - Daman
Bamrah, Tommy Ettling, Emily Woods and Mara Mainka battle over who is the
ultimate FB champ. With your host Pete Wells.
2019-09-2500 min
Just Another Panel Show12. The Renters w/ Emily Woods, Bill Egan, Rick Keiswetter, Rebecca DiezHave you ever wanted to rent something? It's pretty common. More common - are those painful housemates you often have to deal with to afford it. Or perhaps you just want to rent A Dad. Well this is the episode for you.
2019-09-1300 min
Just Another Panel Show11. Nature w/ Callum Jones, Lewis Goody, Nick Adamson, Laura DonnellyPlaying "what's that sound - of death", "two lies and a wikihow", and our debate of "should octopus exist" - who will be crowned the champions of the Just Another Audio Trophy?
2019-08-3000 min
Just Another Panel Show10. Blockbuster vs Netflix w/ Callum Jones, Laura Donnelly, Mekkin Roff, and Bill EganIn the biggest competition yet! Callum Jones, Laura Donnelly, Mekkin Roff, and Bill Egan battle it out to see which nostalgic corporation can hold the title of champion. The bankrupt or the streaming bargain bin. Hosted, of course, by the delightful Pete Wells.
2019-08-2200 min
Just Another Panel Show09. Boris Johnson w/ Phil Lindsey, Ashish Siri, Andy Bucks, Rebecca DiezJust a reminder, Boris Johnson is / was once Prime Minister - and Phil Lindsey, Ashish Suri, Andy Bucks, and Rebecca Diez are here to remind you of that.
2019-08-1600 min
Just Another Panel Show08. The News w/ Jan Alexander, Jack Ó Cairealláin, Elliot Dallas , Edd JeffersonFind out how to become a journalist with 4 easy comedians - Jan Alexander,
Jack Ó Cairealláin, Elliott Dallas, and Edd Jefferson.
Brought to you by the head of news - Pete Wells.
2019-08-0700 min
Just Another Panel Show07. Sci-Fi w/ Maddie Campion, Vittorio Angelone, Eryn Tett and Isa BonacheraMaddie Campion and Vittorio Angelone, join returning Eryn Tett and Isa
Bonachera - in a chaotic discussion of science fiction and time travel. Is
Click really the best sci-fi film? Let host Pete Wells beam you up to find
out.
2019-07-3000 min
Just Another Panel Show06. Advertising w/ Jake Pickford, Mekkin Roff, Emily Woods and Gus SinghIn one of our favourite episodes - Jake Pickford, Gus Singh, Mekkin Roff
and reigning champ Emily Woods argue over how to sell tissues and if
bananas are following them - all while host Pete Wells tries to keep it
together.
2019-07-1500 min
Just Another Panel Show04. The House Party w/ Mark O'Neil, Sadia Azmat, Horatio Gould and Emily WoodsAnd always bring a drink or host Pete Wells won't let you in!
2019-06-1200 min
Just Another Panel Show03. Artificial Intelligence w/ Isa Bonachera, Dan Jones, Phil Lindsey, Paula GahanCan you keep your job? Host Pete Wells attempts to demonstrate that it isn't Alexa who's going to own the future.
2019-06-0500 min
Pete Wells Sensory Stories PodcastTwo Fat Flies on a Puddle of SickOh no, it's back! Join me, your illegible host Pete Wells, as we journey through the glorious world of Sensory Stories. This episode we learn the tender healthy eating story Two Fat Flies on a Puddle of Sick, have a lecture on the sense of taste and talk to SEND Music Consultant Carrie Lennard. 00:00:00 Intro 00:03:15 Lecture: The Sense of Taste 00:19:20 Interview with Carrie Lennard 00:49:40 Two Fat Flies Intro 00:52:24 Two Fat Flies on a Puddle of Sick Story 00:54:55 Two Fat Flies on a Puddle of Sick Breakdown 01:16:01Two Fat Flies on a...
2019-05-311h 24
Just Another Panel Show02. Online Dating w/ Bill Egan, Brandon Burke, Emily Woods and Hannah FairweatherIt wouldn't be an open mic panel show it we didn't joke about Tinder. Swipe, match, or come into proximity with some of the best open mic comedians on this ridiculous night.
Hosted by perpetually single Pete Wells, and swiping on the panel are Bill Egan, Brandon Burke, Hannah Fairweather, and comedy captain Emily Woods.
2019-05-2100 min
Just Another Panel ShowHouse of Commons - w/ Hannah Fairweather, Josh Massen, Nick Adamson, Emily WoodsIt's our first podcastable episode, and with overconfidence we'll be playing games around the theme of The House of Commons.
Hosted by your illustrious Speaker Pete Wells and on the benches tonight your guests - Nick Adamson, Hannah Fairweather, Josh Massen, and Emily Woods.
2019-05-0700 min
Communal TablePete Wells Talks About Criticism, Sassy Magazine, and Not Taking Things PersonallyNew York Times restaurant critic Pete Wells holds one of the most storied positions in journalism, and it comes with a massive helping of responsibility, physical demands, and expectations from readers and restaurateurs alike. Wells (who does his best to maintain anonymity) sat down to talk about the history of the job, its tolls and rewards, and what he hopes that chefs understand about his reviews—even when they're negative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2019-04-251h 26
This Is TASTEPete Wells
Listener, subscriber: This is a good one. Pete Wells is the longtime restaurant critic at the New York Times and a man of slight mystery and sound judgment—or bad taste, if you ask some of the chefs he’s goose-egged during his prodigious reviewing career. Before being named critic in 2011, he was an editor at Details and Food & Wine, and we talk about the process of writing the review week after week—and how he thinks like an editor with weekly writing.I also ask him: What should the next New York City mayor do to help improve...
2019-02-051h 04
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast08 - Norbert the Green-Nosed ReindeerIt's Chriiiiiiistmas!!! Someone must be on the naughty list because Santa has just delivered Episode 8 of the Pete Wells Sensory Stories Shodcast! “Oh no he didn’t!” “Oh yes he did!” This episode is the second of TWO Christmas Specials, this one featuring an UPDATED, rather musical version of the old, ahem… ‘classic’ Norbert the Green-Nosed Reindeer! This story has been updated especially for this Christmas Special Podcast. As ever, I break down the story and give some lesson ideas to go along with it too. My guest this time is the amazing Ian Bean, switch...
2018-12-151h 35
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast07 - The Story of the NativityMerry Christmas! Like all of those relatives you don't want to see at Christmas, Episode 7 of the Pete Wells Sensory Stories Shodcast has arrived! This episode is the first of two Christmas Specials, this one featuring a BRAND NEW, and quite nice, sensory version of The Story of the Nativity, written especially for this Podcast. My guest this time is the brilliant Joanna Grace, founder of the Sensory Projects, author, trainer, consultant and more! I also do a mini lecture in the sense of hearing, which is always useful for listening to the same songs over and...
2018-11-181h 28
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast06 - The Drama of Rama and SitaHooray! Episode 6, the Divali Special of the Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast is out! This special shodcast celebrates the festival of light by exploring the sense of sight and having a fantastic interview with king of sound and light rooms, Richard Hirstwood! The story this episode is The Drama of Rama and Sita, which tells the story of Rama and Sita’s battle against the evil King Ravana! I then break the story down, exploring how we use the props and give a bunch of lesson ideas to help your learners celebrate Diwali! Episo...
2018-10-311h 12
Your Favorite Thing with Wells & BrandiPete & Ariana, Wells goes to a fancy Hollywood premier, Hulu shows & more!This week Wells and Brandi unpack the Pete and Ariana saga and try and make sense of Kayne and Trump's relationship. Brandi explains how Miley got into show business. Wells unpacks Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and tells the story of going to a fancy Hollywood movie premiere. And of course, they let you know about all of their new favorite movies, shows, and music. Enjoy!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2018-10-2348 min
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast05 Sir Pranceabout and the Dragon!Huzzah! Episode 5 of the tedious Pete Wells Sensory Stories Shodcast… I mean, Podcast is out! This episode features an interview with all round clever clogs, Author and Equals Editor PETER IMRAY, an investigation of the sense of touch, as well as the story of ‘Sir Pranceabout and the Dragon!’ A great little tale for exploring SMSC, British Values and thinking skills! Once again, I tell the story before breaking it down and discussing the use of props. There’s also a whole host of lesson ideas at the end of the podcast – phew! Timings are a...
2018-10-171h 05
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast04 Keith Park Special InterviewThis Summer Special Podcast forgoes my silly story and features an extended interview with legendary Interactive Storyteller, Mr Keith Park. Author of many books and architect of chaos in high profile venues such as The Globe Theatre and Westminster Abbey, Keith explains the process in his work and educational benefits of his imaginative approaches to learning. Keith asked me to include his contact details in the podcast, so you can email him at: keithpark1@gmail.com and telephone him on 07791 174740 Huge thanks to Keith for making this fanboy’s dreams come true! You’ll f...
2018-07-2654 min
Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast03 Sweaty Pits McTavish and Les StavesEpisode 3 of the Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast This episode features an interview with very special maths Superhero Les Staves as well as the story of Sweaty Pits McTavish. Pete tells the story before breaking it down and discussing the use of props. He also gives a whole host of lesson ideas. Timings are as follows: 00:00 Introductory drivel 02:44 The Sense of Smell 15:44 Interview with Les Staves 41:52 Introduction to Sweaty Pits McTavish 43:54 The Amazing Adventures of Sweaty Pits McTavish 46:46 Sweaty Pits McTavish Deconstructed
2018-07-171h 19
Pete Wells Sensory Stories PodcastPete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast Episode 2 Millie the Mermaid and Flo Longhorn.Join me, Pete Wells, for the streaming number two that is the Pete Wells Sensory Stories Podcast - Episode 2! This episode features an interview with a very special guest and all round good egg, the Queen of Sensory Education herself, the wonderful Flo Longhorn! I also prattle on about how to deliver sensory stories to a range of learners at a range of developmental levels. The featured story this episode is Millie - The Mermaid Who Couldn’t Swim. I will tell the story before completely deconstructing it, exploring how and why to use the pr...
2018-07-041h 05
Pete Wells Sensory Stories PodcastSheldon Snail's Sunbathing SessionWelcome to this brand new podcast which will delve into the wonderful world of Sensory Stories with your illegible host, Pete Wells! Each episode, there will be chat, tips news and terrible jokes all about the wonderful world of sensory stories. Most importantly, each episode will feature a sensory story to share with your very special listeners. After the story, Pete will deconstruct each part of the story, explaining why and how certain props are used, the educational benefits of them and alternatives to use if necessary. Following the deconstruction, Pete will give ideas for further activities...
2018-06-1743 min
2017-07-3057 min
The 2000 AD Thrill-CastJock, Steve MacManus and Pete WellsA trio of top guests this week as we talk to superstar artist Jock about his new book and looking back at his time with 2000 AD, from his first steps on Dredd to working on the 2012 movie.Our second guest is the editor who gave Jock his first work - Steve MacManus. We chat to Steve about his memoir of the 1980s golden age of 2000 AD, The Mighty One, which lifts the lid on such a fertile time for British comics as well as the goings on behind the scenes at the 2000 AD Nerve Centre.And...
2016-09-071h 13
Phoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS6:E21 – “Hind-Sight”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: May 6th, 1991 —
Pete schedules surgery for his glaucoma and MacGyver shows up to relive the past.
MISSION: MacGvyer and Pete embark on the lamest clip show thus far. Pete is prepped for surgery and MacGyver is offended he didn’t get an invite.
This week’s highlights include:
Trebeculectomy (Medical)
Trabeculectomy is a surgical procedure used in the treatment of glaucoma to relieve intraocular pressure by removing part of the eye’s trabecular meshwork and adjacent structures. It is the most common glaucoma surgery performed and allo...
2016-09-0544 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS6:E17 – “Blind Faith”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: March 4th, 1991 —
Pete’s failing vision gets in the way of protecting a political fugitive and ex-girlfriend.
MISSION: Pete has been diagnosed with Glaucoma and he needs MacGyver’s help to protect his ex-girlfriend, a political fugitive from San Pablo.
This week’s highlights include:
Here is a comparison of MacGyver Blind Faith and X-Files Soft Light.
…and here’s a link to Andrea Seitz’s updates on the MacGyver reboot!
Hey, look! It’s me and Joe Dante! Director or MacGyver Reboot episode 4! (amon...
2016-09-0142 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS5:E12 – “Serenity”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: January 8th, 1990 —
Wild West MacGyver has a territory dispute with Pete Thornton and gunslinger Murdoc is summoned
MISSION: A wild west daydream lands MacGyver in trouble with local rancher by the name of Pete Thornton. A nefarious gunman is hired to scare MacGyver off what Mr. Thornton considers his land.
This week’s highlights include:
The Reivers (Film)
The Reivers (also known as The Yellow Winton Flyer in the UK) is a 1969 Technicolor film in Panavision starring Steve McQueen and directed by Mark Rydell based on the...
2016-08-0651 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS4:E6 – “The Survivors”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: January 9th, 1989 —
Pete’s mandatory recertification boot camp is interrupted by smugglers and a downed DEA plane
MISSION: MacGyver must run Pete through a gauntlet to keep him certified for field work, but their trek through MacGyver Land is quickly sidetracked when the wreckage of a DEA surveillance plane indicates trouble in the area.
This week’s highlights include:
Here’s that link to the MacGyver Project interview with Dale Wilson.
Here is the insane synopsis Richard mentioned that has since been removed from imdb.
Si...
2016-05-2049 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS4:E4 – “On A Wing And A Prayer”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: December 5th, 1988 —
MacGyver hitches a ride with Jack to rescue Pete from some Central American revolutionaries
MISSION: When Pete’s solo mission gets him captured, it is up to Mac and Jack (posing as weapons dealers) to smuggle Pete and a nun out of a revolutionary camp.
This week’s highlights include:
GBU-44/B Viper Strike (Weapon)
The GBU-44/B Viper Strike glide bomb is a GPS-aided laser-guided variant of the Northrop Grumman Brilliant Anti-Tank (BAT) munition which originally had a combination acoustic and infrar...
2016-05-0636 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS3:E14 – “The Odd Triple”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: February 29th, 1988 —
MacGyver’s reeled into another one of Jack’s get-rich-quick schemes, only this time Pete follows.
MISSION: MacGyver agrees, reluctantly, to co-pilot a jewel delivery with Jack’s fledgling airline Dalton Air. As usual, Jack hasn’t done his homework and the land themselves in Toulon, France and a great deal of trouble. Pete is recruited to help bust them out.
This week’s highlights include:
It appears I was mistaken. It wasn’t the Hope Diamond. It was the Cullinan Diamond.
Cessna Citation...
2016-02-2644 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS3:E12 – “Early Retirement”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: January 18th, 1988 —
A deadly accident is falsely pinned on Pete and MacGyver must prove his innocence.
MISSION: A nuclear disarmament goes wrong and several Phoenix Foundation employees are killed. When Pete is blamed for the mistake, MacGyver must prove the accident was sabotage before Pete’s nefarious replacement hatches an evil plan.
This week’s highlights include:
Shrunken head (History)
A shrunken head is a severed and specially prepared human head that is used for trophy, ritual, or trade purposes.
Hea...
2016-02-121h 07
Special Sauce with Ed LevinePete Wells on Writing, Ketchup, and 2-Star RestaurantsPete Wells of the New York Times is perhaps the nation's most influential and powerful restaurant critic, but, as you'll hear on this week's Special Sauce podcast, he's soft-spoken, funny, and thoughtful-and eminently fair-minded.
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2016-02-0458 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS2:E18 – “Partners”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: March 2nd, 1987 —
MacGyver and Pete fall into the trap of a nemesis they thought was dead.
MISSION: MacGyver and Pete reminisce about the villain they where pursuing when they met, only to fall into his latest trap.
This week’s highlights include:
Bazooka (chewing gum)
Bazooka is a brand of bubble gum introduced in 1947.
Check out the article on wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bazooka_(chewing_gum)
Watch S2E18: “Partners” on CBS’s website or check the alt...
2015-10-231h 00Phoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS2:E16 – “Out In The Cold”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: February 16th, 1987 —
After accidentally intercepting a microfilm on vacation, MacGyver and Pete are targeted by mobsters.
MISSION: A spy hands off a microfilm to MacGyver seconds before an avalanche nearly kills him. A team of mafia hitmen, hellbent on getting the evidence back, kidnap Pete to get to Mac.
This week’s highlights include:
Monosodium glutamate (Chemistry)
Monosodium glutamate (MSG, also known as sodium glutamate) is the sodium salt of glutamic acid, one of the most abundant naturally occurring non-essential amino acids. Glutam...
2015-10-0952 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS2:E12 – “Family Matter”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: January 12th, 1987 —
Mac heads to the bayou to help rescue Pete’s estranged ex-wife and son from terrorists.
MISSION: Pete’s family is held ransom by a figure from his past and MacGyver enlists himself to join the rescue mission.
This week’s highlights include:
Pete’s son stayed in class when Bueller took the day off.
Dead reckoning (Navigation)
In navigation, dead reckoning or dead-reckoning (also ded for deduced reckoning or DR) is the process of calculating one’s current position by u...
2015-09-1147 minPhoenix Foundation - A MacGyver PodcastS2:E7 – “The Road Not Taken”ORIGINAL AIRDATE: November 10th, 1986 —
Mac and Pete escort lost loves from the path of a foreign armed force
MISSION: When an army in Southeast Asia takes aim at a nun and a pack of orphans MacGyver and Pete step in to rescue them. Pete’s potentially romantic history with nun is further complicated when they find an old flame of MacGyver’s working there as a missionary.
This week’s highlights include:
Please enjoy this episode of The Super Mario Brothers Super Show featuring Arsenio ‘Sonny’ Trinidad as Obi-Wan Cannoli.
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2015-08-0750 min