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Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio

Milk Street Radio
Cooking Techniques
Thai Cuisine
Waffles
Thanksgiving
Belgium
Holiday Traditions
Saint Nicholas
Honey Cakes
Turkey
Fruitcake
Christmas
Japanese Cuisine
Cod Tongue Cutting
Children's Responsibility
Margarine
American Cuisine
Pumpkin Pie
West African Cuisine
Dining Etiquette
Food Identity

Every week, Milk Street Radio travels the world to find the most fascinating stories about food—a detective who tracks down food thieves and a look inside the most famous (and often scandalous) restaurant kitchens—and interviews with culinary icons such as José Andrés, Padma Lakshmi, Jacques Pépin, and Marcus Samuelsson. And on Milk Street Radio you can always find the unexpected: the comedian who... more

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Latest Episodes

Reporter Rebecca Rosman takes us to one of France’s favorite grocery stores—Picard—where everything is frozen. Every spring they celebrate “America Week” with concoctions such as popcorn ice cream, doughnuts made of ground-up potatoes and marshmallow... more

In this special episode, we’re sharing an extended cut of our interview with Ella Quittner, author of Obsessed With the Best. We cover everything: her tests for the best chocolate chip cookies, what food science gets right (and wrong), the trendiest ... more

Ella Quittner has spent years meticulously testing recipes for the flakiest biscuits, crispiest bacon, perfectly poached eggs, most tender yellow cake, and more. This week, she joins us to share her findings and her new book, Obsessed with the Best. ... more

Today, we’re sharing a special episode from The Big Dig podcast from GBH News, Catching the Codfather. Carlos “The Codfather” Rafael dominates the most valuable fishing port in the United States, and no one is quite sure how he did it. But in 2015, w... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Savage
Host of MythBusters and YouTube channel Adam Savage's Testing
Discovery Channel
Episode: Green Hamburgers and Pastrami Waffles: American Food in Paris
Ella Quittner
Author of "Obsessed with the Best" and obsessive recipe tester
Episode: The Cook Who Tested Everything: Ella Quittner is Obsessed with the Best
Natasha Pickowicz
Author of Everyone Hotpot
Episode: The Codfather: Inside A $175 Million Fish Fraud
Ian Coss
Host of the Big Dig podcast from GBH; covers the story of Carlos Rafael, the Codfather
GBH
Episode: The Codfather: Inside A $175 Million Fish Fraud
Laura Pinto
Inquirers about a layered vegetable dish
Episode: The Codfather: Inside A $175 Million Fish Fraud
Bruce Modal
Caller from Nashville discussing Norwegian pancakes
Episode: The Codfather: Inside A $175 Million Fish Fraud
Ruth Reichl
Former editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine and author of Save Me the Plums, My Gourmet Memoir
Episode: The Life and Death of Gourmet: Ruth Reichl Tells All
Vicky Bennison
Author of Pasta Grannies, documenting traditional pasta-making techniques
Episode: The Life and Death of Gourmet: Ruth Reichl Tells All
Julia O'Malley
Cook, journalist, and third generation Alaskan
Author of The Whale and The Cupcake
Episode: Moose and Cake Mix: Inside The Alaskan Diet

Host

Christopher Kimball
Host known for his expertise in culinary arts and cooking techniques, providing insights into various aspects of food culture.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • REALLY?

    Jesus Christ, Chris! COUKD anyone be MORE POMPOUS?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Chezchelseachef
    United States21 days ago
  • It’s all ads

    All ads. Even the content is just ads for Whole Foods. This show used to be good but the ads ruined it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rabbi Eli Freedman
    United States2 months ago
  • Not Controversial

    I love this podcast because it is not controversial and one can listen to it without getting anxious. I always learn a lot when I listen to it. Christopher Kimball has fascinating guests and content that you really can’t get anywhere else, such as interviews with famous restaurants, tours, and chefs. I also love the segment where listeners call in and Christopher and his guests solve their problems. I would be very sad if this podcast did not exist.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PlayingInScottsdale
    United States2 months ago
  • Good topics, insufferable host

    Love the topics, callins, and guests on this show. The host, on the other hand, is someone who thinks his opinion is always right and anything he doesn’t know anything about isn’t worth the time to learn. If I hear him proudly announce his “unique” recipe for an old fashioned (spoiler—he uses *gasp* bourbon AND rye! what a culinary genius!) one more time I will throw my phone at a wall. He just has such an outdated, boomer attitude towards food, cooking, culture, and good taste. He needs to reti... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    murphalicious
    United States2 months ago
  • Is this correct translation?

    In the 12/5/2025 transcript, “guitar” chocolate is show . What is guitar chocolate? Should it be Guittard? Evertime I look guitar, musical chocolate guitars come up. Tks! I’d like to try the chocolate but can’t find the right one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    What did u say
    United States2 months ago

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The host is known for bringing humor and personality to discussions, but there are mixed opinions regarding their attitude and style.
The call-in segments are particularly well-received, enhancing the interactive and community-oriented feel of the show.
Listeners appreciate the educational and entertaining content, often praising the variety and depth of topics covered.
Some feedback indicates frustration with the number of advertisements, with several suggestions to reduce the length or frequency of ads.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#8
United States/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#41
United States/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#8
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#48
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#98
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#27
Australia/Arts/Food

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Catching the Codfather Part 1: Red Lobster
Q: Could you talk a little about your motivations?
Carlos Rafael explains that he felt forced to break the law to protect the people who worked for him.
Catching the Codfather Part 1: Red Lobster
Q: Can you tell me about how you did ultimately get arrested?
Carlos Rafael discusses how his criminal activities were discovered and how the government eventually pursued him.
Green Hamburgers and Pastrami Waffles: American Food in Paris
Q: Is there a right way or a good way to go about testing various factors?
Change as little as you can from test to test, ensuring that you only alter one variable at a time.
The Cook Who Tested Everything: Ella Quittner is Obsessed with the Best
Q: What are your thoughts on wet brining versus dry brining?
Ella prefers dry brining most of the time due to the desire for crispy poultry skin, but acknowledges some exceptions for certain brines.
The Cook Who Tested Everything: Ella Quittner is Obsessed with the Best
Q: Why do we need baking soda and baking powder?
They serve different purposes in recipes: baking powder for leavening without flavor impact and baking soda for flavor enhancement, which promotes browning in cookies.

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This series serves as a culinary journey around the globe, highlighting intriguing stories and interviews that cover a wide spectrum of food culture and experiences. The subjects range from culinary experts sharing their insights to peculiar explorations such as unique food realities or culinary traditions from various cultures. Notably, the show features unexpected guests including comedians and journalists, weaving humor and narratives that captivate food enthusiasts. The dynamic between engaging storytelling, expert advice, and audience interaction through cooking questions emphasizes a community-driven approach, appealing to those passionate about food and culture. Overall, this series combines educational content with entertaining anec... more

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2. Ella Quittner
3. Natasha Pickowicz
4. Ian Coss
5. Laura Pinto
6. Bruce Modal
7. Ruth Reichl
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