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Cutting the Curd

Heritage Radio Network
Cheese
Tuscany
Art Of Cheese Festival
Wisconsin
Morbier AOP
Climate Change
Cheese Education
Sustainability In Cheese Industry
Cheese Trends
American Cheese Society
Dairy Farming
Boska Food Tools
Cheesemonger
Artisan Cheese
Mousehole Cheeseshop
Raw Milk Legislation
Uplands Cheese
Cheesemonster DC
Antonelli's Cheese Shop
Fairfield & Greenwich Cheese Company

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.

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In this episode, host John Braga (@oqueijonista) “travels” to the Cuesta region of São Paulo to uncover the story behind Pardinho Artesanal (@pardinhoartesanal) - where decades of cattle-genetics expertise meet the craft of raw-milk cheesemaking. Joh... more

Authors Patrick McGuigan and Carlos Yescas discuss their new book, One Cheese To Rule Them All: In Search of the World's 100 Best Cheeses. With years of international cheese judging between them, it’s no surprise that their book would be far more tha... more

This episode takes us inside two cheese shops using their counters as platforms for identity, advocacy, and community connection. Host John Braga (@oqueijonista) sits down with two New York - based cheesemongers on opposite sides of the Hudson: Scott... more

Join the newest Cutting the Curd co- host Alisha Norris Jones (@_immortalmilk) as she begins to tease out what it means to be a freelance monger in a world of counters, trade shows, and social media. With guest Carrie Stenerson (@justiceofthecheese a... more

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Recent Guests

Carlos Yescas
A former host of Cutting the Curd and a leading voice in traditional cheese advocacy and food policy.
Episode: One Cheese To Rule Them All
Patrick McGuigan
A writer, presenter, and teacher specialized in cheese.
Episode: One Cheese To Rule Them All
Scott Young
Co-owner of Two Men, a queer-owned cheese shop that promotes community and pride.
Two Men
Episode: Beyond the Counter: Pride, Advocacy & Cheese
Jessica Galen
Owner of Bloomy Cheese & Provisions, dedicated to celebrating American cheesemakers and advocating for underrepresented communities.
Bloomy Cheese & Provisions
Episode: Beyond the Counter: Pride, Advocacy & Cheese
Carrie Stenerson
LA-based cheese freelancer, mutual aid organizer, cheese documentarian, and self-proclaimed cheese clown
Episode: Freelancing 101: The Art of Cheese and Activism with Justice of the Cheese
Gabriela Flores
Biologist-turned-cheese maker from Del Rebaño
Del Rebaño
Episode: Bajo Fuego & Quesos del Rebaño: ¡Viva el Queso Mexicano!
Paulina Gómez
Cheese monger and shop owner from Bajo Fuego
Bajo Fuego
Episode: Bajo Fuego & Quesos del Rebaño: ¡Viva el Queso Mexicano!
Erika Kubick
Educator, creator, author of Cheese Sex Death, and practicing witch
Episode: Erika Kubick's Cheese Magic
Aaron Kirtz
Owner of Wheelhouse Cheese, former sales manager at Forever Cheese.
Will House Cheese
Episode: Cheese Happens - Serendipity and Change

Hosts

Jessica Kesselman
Lead host who brings insights and expertise from her work in cheese industries, guiding discussions with energy and knowledge.
Joe Salonia
Co-host with a wealth of experience in the cheese business, facilitating engaging conversations with guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 104 ratings
  • Great content!

    The guests and topics just get better and better. One of my fave podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Podcuz
    United States2 years ago
  • Great pod, thanks for your work!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Good Hands Farm
    United States2 years ago
  • Love this show

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    __TJ__
    Canada2 years ago
  • great podcast!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    liv2!6
    United States3 years ago
  • LOVE

    Awesome Podcast- so informational!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mama Donz
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners express that this content effectively caters to both professionals in the food sector and casual cheese enthusiasts.
Listeners appreciate the depth of knowledge shared by guests, providing insights into the artisan cheese industry.
Many comments highlight the engaging presentation style, which balances informative content with humor.
There is enthusiasm for the podcast's focus on food culture and community engagement within the cheese industry.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#236
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#71
Italy/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#178
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#28
Brazil/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#42
Mexico/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#64
New Zealand/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Beyond the Counter: Pride, Advocacy & Cheese
Q: How have tariffs affected your business?
Tariffs have made it harder to keep prices accessible; I'm trying to hold the line on prices while emphasizing transparency about these issues with my customers.
Beyond the Counter: Pride, Advocacy & Cheese
Q: What do you hope your shop continues to represent for the queer community?
I want it to be a safe space where LGBTQ+ individuals feel welcomed and accepted, a place where they can truly be themselves.
Beyond the Counter: Pride, Advocacy & Cheese
Q: How did the NYAC community respond to your shop?
They embraced us like a big giant hug and were very supportive from the start, understanding the significance of our presence as a queer-owned business.
Freelancing 101: The Art of Cheese and Activism with Justice of the Cheese
Q: How does your activism or mutual aid work affect your freelancing?
It intertwines the two, allowing me to give back while working in the cheese industry.
Freelancing 101: The Art of Cheese and Activism with Justice of the Cheese
Q: Do you freelance full-time?
Absolutely not. There is not enough people asking for freelance workers.

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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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1. Carlos Yescas
2. Patrick McGuigan
3. Scott Young
4. Jessica Galen
5. Carrie Stenerson
6. Gabriela Flores
7. Paulina Gómez
8. Erika Kubick

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