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Food with Mark Bittman

Mark Bittman
Nutrition
Food Policy
Sustainability
Cooking
Food Justice
School Lunch Programs
Cookbook
Hunger
Public Health
God's Love We Deliver
Climate Change
Food
Regenerative Agriculture
Food Access
Meatpacking Industry
Palestinian Food
Ultra-Processed Food
Clash Of the Cookbooks
Food Politics
Cultural Identity

Former New York Times food journalist and #1 bestselling author Mark Bittman (How to Cook Everything; VB6; Animal, Vegetable, Junk) is joined by co-host (and daughter) Kate to explore all aspects of food – from what to have for dinner, how to raise healthy children, and how to perfect your cooking routine to big picture questions about climate change, sustainability, food policy, and global hunger... more

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Today, a special conversation Mark had in June with Congressman Jim McGovern (MA) at the Good Food for All Summit in DC. McGovern has spent decades in Congress fighting to protect SNAP, fund school meals, and push food security to the center of the p... more

We're bringing this one back. Hawa Hassan was born in Mogadishu, fled the Somali Civil War at four, spent time in a refugee camp in Kenya, and arrived alone in Seattle at age seven. She went on to win a James Beard Award and write two of the most dis... more

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Kevin Boehm co-founded the Boka Restaurant Group nearly 25 years ago and now runs 35 restaurants across Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles. He and his partner Rob Katz won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Restaurateur in America. He also lived i... more

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Jim McGovern
Congressman, Massachusetts
U.S. Congress
Episode: A Conversation with Congressman McGovern: The Food System Isn't Broken — It's Working Exactly as Designed
Hawa Hassan
Author and chef focused on displacement through food
Author of Setting a Place for Us
Episode: Hawa Hassan on Food, War, and Why Displacement Has a Flavor
Kevin Boehm
Co-founder of Boka Restaurant Group; memoirist
Boka Restaurant Group
Episode: Kevin Boehm on Living in his Car to Running 35 Restaurants
Dan Jacobs
Chef; co-owner of DanDan and EsterEv in Milwaukee
DanDan, EsterEv
Episode: Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Al Roker
Weather anchor, author; appeared with daughter on prior episode
NBC/NBC Today Show
Episode: Father-Daughter Time with Al Roker and Courtney Roker Laga
Courtney Roker Laga
Trained chef and recipe developer; co-author with her father
Al Roker's Recipes to Live By (co-authored with Al Roker)
Episode: Father-Daughter Time with Al Roker and Courtney Roker Laga
Hannah Goldfield
New Yorker writer who covered topics on intentional drinking
The New Yorker
Episode: Hannah Goldfield: Drinking, Not Drinking, and the In Between
Paola Velez
Baker, founder of Bakers Against Racism
Baker Against Racism / Bodega Bakes
Episode: Just Call Her Paola ‘Blazing the Trail’ Velez
Nasim Alikhani
Owner-chef of Sofray, author of Sophora
Sofray Brooklyn
Episode: Nasim Alikhani: Homestyle Iranian Food at Its Best

Hosts

Kate Bittman
Host of the show with Mark Bittman, often guiding interviews and contributing culinary insight.
Mark Bittman
Co-host and author; drives interview flow and provides broad food-policy and culinary expertise.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Unlistenable because of ads

    I’m a big fan of Bittman’s work and the podcast’s content, but I can’t even listen to it because there are SO MANY ads. I’ve never encountered a podcast with this many.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    EmmyLou4you80
    United States3 months ago
  • Forever Favorite

    The best source for all things educational, inspiring, and warming in the food world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    losangelespal
    Canada9 months ago
  • I Wish I Could Be a Guest!

    Warm, engaging and inspiring!

    Kate and Mark are so generous, so intelligent, and so attuned to their guests. I just listened to the Alice Waters episode from this week, and was delighted to hear her mention peaches that I used to buy in Northern California. I’m so very grateful to have dined at Chez Panisse, more than once, while I lived nearby! This is really the only podcast I listen to, and I don’t skip it! I always learned something, and I love the end tag of what did you have for dinner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Simplyd23
    United States9 months ago
  • We Need You!

    As a healthcare provider, I so appreciate your podcasts that address food from a health and …dare I say political!-perspective. If we think this current political environment is focused on our health and the good of citizens- we need to think again. We are ALL in this together, and we ALL need to start speaking up as citizens who care about the future of our nation. Thanks again for what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gg7fyghg)
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic

    This is so much more than just about food . So many fascinating stories and people all linked by food - love it .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lara badger 1
    Australiaa year ago

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Listeners praise insightful guests and engaging hosts, with strong storytelling and practical cooking tips.
Ads are frequently noted as disruptive by some listeners, impacting listening experience.
Positive feedback highlights the show's educational value and diverse guest roster, though ad load remains a common critique.

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#40
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#43
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#226
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#42
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#178
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#232
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Talking Points

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Hawa Hassan on Food, War, and Why Displacement Has a Flavor
Q: How did you choose the eight countries and the people you featured?
She describes selecting places with historical depth and cultural richness beyond war, and choosing individuals who could represent hope and resilience in each community.
Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Q: What did you have for dinner last night?
Dan talked about cooking at home, making pepperoni pizza with a sourdough bowl, and enjoying a personal bread-making journey that rekindled his love for baking and pizza art.
Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Q: After Top Chef, is the restaurant life wilder or more rewarding?
Opportunities grew significantly after Top Chef, with increased visibility and a tight-knit team that supports both DanDan and EsterEv; the success is closely tied to the relationships with his partners and staff.
Dan Jacobs: Almost Winning Top Chef — and Why Milwaukee Is America’s Best Kept Secret
Q: So I want to ask you, Dan, about Milwaukee because I've never been there. What's the restaurant scene like there?
Milwaukee has evolved into a vibrant, community-driven scene with affordable rents, strong producer access, and a focus on owner-operators who are deeply involved in their restaurants, allowing for more collaborative and innovative dining without the pressure of large chains.
Kevin Boehm on Living in his Car to Running 35 Restaurants
Q: What did you have for dinner last night?
He described takeout sushi from Kamahachi in Chicago, including several specific items, illustrating his continued engagement with food experiences even when traveling.

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Two prominent food hosts explore a wide range of topics from cooking tips and dinner ideas to climate, policy, and social issues related to food. Episodes feature conversations with renowned chefs, farmers, policymakers, activists, and cultural commentators, often weaving personal storytelling with larger questions about food systems, equity, and sustainability. The show stands out for its blend of practical kitchen know-how, cookbook and media insights, and deep dives into how food intersects with society, health, and the environment. Expect candid career reflections, guest-driven expertise, and a sense that meals and food culture can drive change, education, and entertainment for curious, impact-minded listeners.

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1. Jim McGovern
2. Hawa Hassan
3. Kevin Boehm
4. Dan Jacobs
5. Al Roker
6. Courtney Roker Laga
7. Hannah Goldfield
8. Paola Velez

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