
Featuring interviews with notable cheesemakers, cheesemongers, and cheese-lovers, Cutting the Curd is an informative, occasionally irreverent, but always cheesy look at the curdy, the nerdy, and the downright funky world of artisan cheese.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 573 | Founded | 16 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FoodArts | |||

In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Kirtz—one of the most generous, grounded, and well-respected voices in cheese. Before entering the cheese world, Aaron's path took some unexpected turns: from DJing in the Czech Republic to working the mess hal... more
On the latest Cutting the Curd, Joe and Cara got on the line with Emilia D’Albero, newly crowned World Champion Cheesemonger, and Courtney Johnson, who took home the bronze at the Mondial du Fromage in France.
For the first time ever, two Americans ... more
Season 2025 kicks off with fresh voices! Join hosts Alisha Norris and John Braga as they step into the Cutting the Curd spotlight alongside longtime host Cara Warren. We’re also thrilled to welcome Jessica Kesselman as our new book reviewer, sharing ... more
More than just a business decision, Chantal's Cheese Shop's exit from social media is a statement. This episode examines their bold move to prioritize genuine community connection over online marketing. Anaïs Saint-André Loughran joins Jessica for a ... more
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The guests and topics just get better and better. One of my fave podcasts.
An excellent podcast with all of the ins and outs of the cheese industry. As someone starting a small creamery, I’m listening to this all the time.
I’m well know as not being a podcast person, this one totally turned me around. I LOVE that the whole gargantuan back catalogue is available and I can’t stop listening! 10/10 curdn’t improve it if they tried.
love listening to this pod :) it’s super informative. As a former cheesemonger it helps me keep up to date with convos in the industry.
Awesome Podcast- so informational!
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Focused on the vibrant world of artisan cheese, this podcast features insightful interviews with a diverse array of guests including cheesemakers, cheesemongers, and those passionate about cheese culture. Episodes often explore topics such as cheesemaking techniques, the significance of local production, community engagement, and the broader implications of food sourcing and sustainability. Each conversation provides listeners with not only technical knowledge but also personal stories and experiences that highlight the evolving nature of the cheese industry and its cultural relevance. Unique aspects include a blend of humor and serious discussion, making it both educational and entertaining for enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.... more
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Recent guests on Cutting the Curd include:
1. Courtney Johnson
2. Anaïs Saint-André Loughran
3. Chantal's Cheese Shop
4. Mariana Marques de Almeida
5. Anna Landmark
6. Stevie Lee Webb
7. Rodolfo Navarro Aceves
8. Jesse Werner
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