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The Joy of Cooking Podcast

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Cookbooks
Holiday Recipes
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Casseroles
Lemon Chest Pie
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Kid-Friendly Recipes
Celery Root
Lasagna
Mushroom Confit
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The Joy of Cooking is more than a cookbook; it's an American culinary institution. Irma S. Rombauer’s timeless recipes have guided generations of home cooks for over a century. Today, her legacy lives on through her great-grandson, John Becker, and his wife, Megan Scott. Based in Portland, Oregon, they are the 4th generation stewards of this beloved classic, having authored its latest edition. As ... more

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Episode 40, Peter Kim: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Peter Kim, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're all cook... more

Episode 39, Sarah Marshall: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Sarah Marshall, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they'r... more

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Episode 38, Shane Mitchell: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Shane Mitchell, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they'r... more

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Episode 37, Maureen Abood: John and Megan set the table with their co-host and friend, Shannon Larson, and their guest, Maureen Abood, to discuss Joy of Cooking recipes and stories, kitchen victories and miseries, and, most importantly, what they're ... more

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Shane Mitchell
Editor at large for Savor, writer on food activism and mutual aid, and author of The Crop Cycle.
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Episode: Shane Mitchell: A Casual Culinary Chat About Ride-Or-Die Joy Recipes
Maureen Abood
Author of Lebanese Baking; previously published Rose Water and Orange Blossoms, recognized as a Michigan Notable Book and IACP Award Finalist.
Lebanese Cooking Authority
Episode: Maureen Abood: A Casual Culinary Chat About Homemade Yogurt
Lane Selman
Professor of practice at Oregon State University, founder of the Culinary Breeding Network
Oregon State University
Episode: Lane Selman: A Casual Culinary Chat About Radicchio
Adam Roberts
Author of The Amateur Gourmet and hosts the podcast Lunch Therapy.
The Amateur Gourmet
Episode: Adam Roberts: A Casual Culinary Chat About No Churn Ice Cream
Melissa Knific
Freelance food editor and recipe developer
Episode: Melissa Knific: A Casual Culinary Chat About Recipe Writing
Roy Choi
Culinary innovator known for Kogi Barbecue and the author of The Choi of Cooking
Kogi Barbecue
Episode: Roy Choi: A Casual Culinary Chat About A Career In Cooking
Jolyn Chen
Co-owner of Xiaoye, a neighborhood first generation American restaurant
Xiaoye
Episode: Jolyn Chen & Louis Lin: A Casual Chat About Sauces
Louis Lin
Culinary trained and co-owner of Xiaoye
Xiaoye
Episode: Jolyn Chen & Louis Lin: A Casual Chat About Sauces
Holly Ong
Co-founder of Sibeho, a Singaporean food startup
Sibeho
Episode: Holly Ong: A Casual Chat About Crab

Hosts

Megan Scott
Co-author of the 2019 edition of The Joy of Cooking and a food editor, passionate about cooking and sharing culinary experiences with listeners.
John Becker
Fourth-generation co-author and steward of The Joy of Cooking, he shares experiences related to home cooking and the book's evolution.
Shannon Larson
Home cook and ardent user of The Joy of Cooking, co-producer of the podcast, dedicated to engaging in culinary discussions with guests.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 163 ratings
  • I Love It!

    I listen to a lot (a LOT) of cooking and food podcasts. I didn’t expect to like this podcast all that much-what a sleeper it turned out to be!

    I love the hosts and their casual “chats”. I feel like I’m sitting at their kitchen table. It’s now the first episode I turn to in my library of podcasts.

    Keep up the great work, John, Megan and Shannon!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jp swimmer
    United States14 days ago
  • Great to sleep to

    This is one of the most boring podcasts hosted by the most boring people imaginable. I save up the episodes to lull myself to sleep. No one cares about what boring people are cooking each other for dinner, but it is a sure fire cure for insomnia.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Disappointed Sagittarius
    United States4 months ago
  • YOU ARE MY NEW INSOMNIAC MMMGOOD OBSESSION!!!❤️‍🩹🙏🏿

    I AM A WOMEN OF A CERTAIN SAGE AND I HAVE MENTAL-PAUSE INSOMNIA!!!🤣

    LOVE GETTING UP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT OR EARLY IN THE MORNING TO COOK😂

    THX FOR THE HUMOR AWESOME ADVICE HINDSIGHT TIPS INSIGHT THOUGHTS & FORESIGHT PASSION FOR EDIBLES

    WHICH ARE FOODS FROM THE GODS TO OUR SOULS!!!

    I LOVE YA’LL!!!

    I WISH YOU WOULD SPEAK ON LOW COUNTRY COOK’IN!!!

    I WOULD LOVE TO SHARE MY GULLAH GEECHEE ONE POT COOKING RECIPES!🥰

    @mama_phatimaat IG

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MAMA PHATIMAAT
    United States5 months ago
  • Fantastic!

    Feels like catching up with old friends and somehow becoming a more thoughtful cook through conversation. Hope they keep doing these!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    quiksilverld
    United States5 months ago
  • I love this podcast

    This podcast makes me feel so at home when I listen. My mom had the two toned blue version of Joy and it was stuffed with recipe clippings and all kinds of stuff. It was the only cookbook I remember our family having. To listen to this takes me back to that family kitchen. I especially liked the episode with Claire Lower.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Turtle girl 71
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The content is informative and practical, often inspiring them to try new recipes or techniques at home.
Listeners appreciate the warm and relatable conversation that feels like catching up with friends.
Overall, the show resonates emotionally, evoking nostalgia and a love for home cooking traditions.
Critics mention concerns about vocal delivery and find moments where content appears unfocused, but many find it remains engaging.
Some listeners find it relaxing and enjoyable, valuing the hosts' casual approach to cooking discussions.

Chart Rankings

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#37
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#235
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#145
Canada/Arts/Food
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#107
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#170
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#47
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Shane Mitchell: A Casual Culinary Chat About Ride-Or-Die Joy Recipes
Q: What is your relationship with The Joy of Cooking?
Shane Mitchell mentions having two copies of The Joy of Cooking, one from her husband's grandmother and another she gifted to her brother, noting how they have favorite recipes tucked inside.
Shane Mitchell: A Casual Culinary Chat About Ride-Or-Die Joy Recipes
Q: Could you tell us a little bit about how instant grits were created?
Shane explains that instant grits were developed as post-war convenience foods in a lab, lacking the flavor and texture of traditional grits made from whole corn meal.
Shane Mitchell: A Casual Culinary Chat About Ride-Or-Die Joy Recipes
Q: What have you been cooking this week that you're excited about?
Shane Mitchell shares that she is canning two bushels of San Marzano tomatoes for winter and gathering old apple varieties for chutney.
Sarah Marshall: A Casual Culinary Chat About Frozen Treats
Q: Are there any snack foods you can eat frozen besides things like grapes and fruit?
The hosts discussed various frozen treats including yogurt bark, frozen grapes, Pickle Pops, and even how some people freeze their brownies.
Maureen Abood: A Casual Culinary Chat About Homemade Yogurt
Q: Do you have an easy guide or recipe for making yogurt at home?
Maureen explains that making yogurt at home is simple and economical, involving using a starter from a previous batch mixed with heated milk.

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1. Shane Mitchell
2. Maureen Abood
3. Lane Selman
4. Adam Roberts
5. Melissa Knific
6. Roy Choi
7. Jolyn Chen
8. Louis Lin

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