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Your Mama’s Kitchen

Higher Ground
Indian Cuisine
Peanut Chutney
Cultural Identity
Family Traditions
South Indian Cuisine
Comedy
Tayari Jones
Immigration
Motherhood
Culinary Experimentation
Addiction
Family Dynamics
Japanese Internment Camps
Uzo Aduba
Family
Thanksgiving
Christmas
Chicken a La Kiev
Anxiety
Chicken Soup

“Tell me about your mama's kitchen.” That’s the simple request which begins each episode of this Audible Original podcast from acclaimed journalist Michele Norris (NPR’s All Things Considered, The Washington Post) and Higher Ground, Barack and Michelle Obama's media company.

Every week, hear guests like Michelle Obama, Conan O'Brien, Ina Garten, José Andrés, John Legend, and more explore the comp... more

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In this special episode, we join James Beard Award-winning chef, baker and author Nancy Silverton in her new beautiful restaurant, Osteria Mozza, in Washington DC. Nancy takes us back to her childhood kitchen in Southern California where her mama ref... more

Comic, musician, and actor Reggie Watts comes on the show to talk about his multi-faceted life. From being born in Germany to growing up in Montana with his French mother and Air Force Sergeant father, Reggie learned the power of being the oddball. R... more

Did you know the word hysteria comes from the Greek word hystera, meaning uterus? On this episode, Dr. Karen Tang and Dr. Sharon chat about the history and evolution of Obstetrics Gynecology, unpack different subspecialties, and discuss the myth of t... more

Comedian, actress and writer Tig Notaro joins us to share some of the most valuable lessons she learned from the darkest times in her life and how she uses comedy to get through it all. She dives into the nature of Southern eccentricities and how her... more

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Reggie Watts
Musician, comedian, and former bandleader of The Late Show with James Corden.
Episode: Reggie Watts Has Made a Career Out of Being a Weirdo
Dr. Karen Tang
Board-certified OB-GYN specializing in minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and author of 'It's Not Hysteria'
Episode: The Second Opinion: It’s Not Hysteria! ft. Dr. Karen Tang
Tig Notaro
Comedian and podcaster known for her deadpan humor and storytelling
Co-host of Handsome, Producer of Come See Me in the Good Light
Episode: How Tig Notaro Learned to be Funny Through it All
Erika Alexander
Actress, activist, podcast host, and producer known for her role in Living Single and her podcast Finding Tamika
Episode: Erika Alexander's Journey From Starlight Inn to Stardom
Ocean Vuong
Award-winning poet and novelist, known for works like 'Night Sky with Exit Wounds' and 'On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous'.
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Episode: How America Revealed Itself to Ocean Vuong
Molly Jong-Fast
Political analyst and author
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Pyet DeSpain
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Kevin Kwan
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Lala Anthony
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Episode: The Borinquen Family that Keeps Lala Anthony Grounded

Host

Michele Norris
A prominent journalist known for her work with NPR and The Washington Post, Michele Norris excels at weaving together personal stories and cultural narratives. As the host, she brings depth and thoughtfulness to conversations about food and identity, guiding guests to reveal how their culinary experiences have shaped their lives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.4k ratings
  • Excellent Interviewing and Guests

    Giving each their flowers now! Appreciate their honesty and so relatable. The thread throughout are guests as Erika Alexander last week, and today, Scott Evans’, sharing theirs and so many others’ vulnerability and authenticity. I so look forward to interviews. Gave me tears, laughter and a full heart. Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArtfullyH
    United States23 days ago
  • Love, love, love!!!!

    I truly have LOVED your interviews with Erika Alexander and Kardea Brown!!!! Thanks so much for how thoughtful you are with each of your guests. This podcast is one of my FAVORITES!!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nakia J. Madison
    United Statesa month ago
  • A Velvet Voice to Calm the Soul

    Michele has THE best voice on the air. Not only are her pipes pleasing to listen to, the content is of tremendous value. Yes, you’ll hear accounts of her guests’ childhood kitchens and recipes that reflect their upbringing. More than that, you’ll open your mind and heart to their stories which will change the way you look at the world and your place in it. Give her listen. You’ll be hooked!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmyO528
    United States2 months ago
  • Ocean!

    Such a great interview! Every word she spoke painted such a visual in my mind! So poetic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jj jelled
    United States2 months ago
  • Family life

    I’m just starting to listen to this podcast now Great podcast Lalat that’s awesome because I didn’t know this young lady was from New York and Atlanta nothing like family keep up the Excellent Job Wanda: South Carolina nothing like learning about these celebrities who can cook. Great job and great interview.. I love Stevie Wonder awesome Excellent Super classy I salute you For having this podcast Food and Music go hand in hand Fabulous podcast…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Family. Cooking
    United States2 months ago

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Many highlight the host's warm and inviting interviewing style, which encourages guests to share intimate stories.
Positive mentions frequently refer to the engaging and diverse selection of guests, contributing to rich discussions on food and culture.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful and heartfelt interviews that reveal deep connections between cooking and personal identity.

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How Tig Notaro Learned to be Funny Through it All
Q: Who do you draw from in your own parenting style?
I carry my stepfather's lessons of learning who my kids are, and Stephanie's parenting focuses on safety.
How Tig Notaro Learned to be Funny Through it All
Q: Can you share a memorable moment about how you came out to your family?
My mom facilitated by coming out for me to my brother, emphasizing the importance of openness.
How Tig Notaro Learned to be Funny Through it All
Q: How do you feel about your upbringing influencing your comedic style?
I soaked that up from my mother and leaned into humor as a way to navigate tough experiences.
How Tig Notaro Learned to be Funny Through it All
Q: Were you always funny?
I believe I was. I mean, I was the classic clown.
The Second Opinion: It’s Not Hysteria! ft. Dr. Karen Tang
Q: Why do you think black women are less likely to be offered minimally invasive surgery?
It's related to ingrained biases in the medical field, not a conscious decision, but something that needs more awareness and change.

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Exploring the intricate connections between food and personal identity, guests share stories rooted in their childhood kitchens, revealing how culinary experiences shape their adult lives and relationships. Each episode begins with a heartfelt prompt, allowing discussions to unfold organically, and often features notable guests from various fields such as cuisine, entertainment, and literature. This podcast provides a rich tapestry of narratives that highlight the universal themes of family, memory, and culture, as well as the recipes that accompany these shared experiences. It uniquely combines the art of storytelling with the culinary world, inviting listeners to engage with food on a deeper level beyond mere sustenance.

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Your Mama’s Kitchen launched 3 years ago and published 85 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Reggie Watts
2. Dr. Karen Tang
3. Tig Notaro
4. Erika Alexander
5. Ocean Vuong
6. Molly Jong-Fast
7. Pyet DeSpain
8. Kevin Kwan

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