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Your Last Meal with Rachel Belle

Rachel Belle
Italian Cuisine
Seattle
Food History
Pasta
Food Culture
Thanksgiving
Food
Carbonara
Cooking
Taco Bell
Portland
Pizza
Ice Cream
Kevin Morby
Pink Martini
Lasagna
Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches
Ani Difranco
Cascade PBS
Ring Dings

YOUR LAST MEAL is a James Beard Award finalist for best podcast hosted by National Edward R. Murrow award-winning reporter, cookbook author and Cascade PBS TV host Rachel Belle.

Each episode Rachel asks a celebrity (Greta Gerwig, Jonathon Van Ness, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Margaret Cho, Alton Brown, Isaac Mizrahi, Ani DiFranco, Iron & Wine, etc) what they would choose to eat for their last meal. Then... more

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from Hannah Dasher, country music star and author of the new cookbook, Stand By Your Pan!

Hannah talks about:

• Why sooo many country singers have written cookbooks!

• Chocolate gravy - it's a t... more

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Hannah Dasher is a country music star and author of the new cookbook Stand By Your Pan, named after her super popular cooking videos enjoyed by her millions of TikTok and Instagram followers. 

Hannah’s house in Nashville is a 1970s time capsule and ... more

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This week on The Leftovers, never-before-heard audio from filmmaker, writer and actor Jay Duplass!

Jay shares:

• Where he buys his favorite birthday cake -- he's been getting the exact same one since childhood!

• The two movies he's seen the most,... more

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Director, producer, writer and filmmaker Jay Duplass is from New Orleans, therefore he sprinkles Tony Chachere’s seasoning on everything, from lasagna to his "white guy huevos rancheros."

Jay tells me:

• What foods he gave out to hungry hikers when... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Dasher
Country music star and cookbook author of Stand By Your Pan
Stand By Your Pan / Hannah Dasher
Episode: Hannah Dasher: Eight-Layer Yellow Cake with Fudge Icing
Jay Duplass
Director, producer, actor, writer, filmmaker
Independent/Duplass Brothers
Episode: Jay Duplass: Mom's Lasagna
Barney Mann
Trail name Scout; PCT trail angel and host in San Diego
PCT community
Episode: Jay Duplass: Mom's Lasagna
Sandy Mann
Trail name Frodo; Barney Mann's spouse and fellow trail angel
PCT community
Episode: Jay Duplass: Mom's Lasagna
Melissa Etheridge
Grammy, Oscar, and Juno award-winning musician
Musician, touring artist
Episode: Melissa Etheridge: Catfish Tacos
Cathy Jenkins
Co-owner of Cathy's Kitchen in Ferguson, Missouri
Cathy's Kitchen
Episode: Melissa Etheridge: Catfish Tacos
Jerome Jenkins
Co-owner of Cathy's Kitchen
Cathy's Kitchen
Episode: Melissa Etheridge: Catfish Tacos
John Cameron Mitchell
Award-winning director, writer, actor, and singer; creator and star of Hedwig and the Angry Inch
Episode: John Cameron Mitchell: Pan-Asian Omakase
Hrishikesh Hirway
Musician, podcast host and producer (Song Exploder, Home Cooking)
Hrishikesh Hirway / Song Exploder / Home Cooking
Episode: The Leftovers with Hrishikesh Hirway

Host

Rachel Belle
Host of the show

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 844 ratings
  • Always Great!

    Love this podcast! I always learn something new when I listen and I pretty much always get a chuckle out of something Rachel or a guest says. Great way to spend one’s listening time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    katmadsea
    United States7 months ago
  • She had to get political.

    Used to like this show until the latest episode where she had to bash the president. Sorry, but our tax dollars shouldn’t be used to support public TV and radio.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CaliforniaExpert
    United Statesa year ago
  • Delightful and fun!

    Such a treat to listen to! Rachel is an excellent interviewer, and I always discover or learn something new every episode. I also appreciate the humor and silliness too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sonyapdx
    United Statesa year ago
  • My new favorite

    I intended to just listen to the Alton episode but got hooked. It’s one of those where even people I’m not familiar with, I still listen to and really enjoy. What a great show - and mine is my dad’s pheasant with mushroom gravy, an In ‘n’ Out cheeseburger with grilled onions, sushi from Mame in Eugene, Oregon, the vegetarian mezza from Nicholas in PDX, strawberry Yoplait Custard Style yogurt (which isn’t made anymore), and Sam Choy’s pineapple cheesecake with macadamia nut crust. Plus lots of Si... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sperpis
    United Statesa year ago
  • So good!

    I can’t believe it took me so long to check out Rachel’s show! I had heard of it through my favorite podcast, TBTL, where I was first introduced to Rachel back in 2008, during its KIRO days. I didn’t realize then what an absolute joy of a human, and what an incredible journalist, interviewer and storyteller she is! Every episode is such a delight - even those featuring guests I’ve not heard of or don’t think I’ll enjoy hearing from. That’s due to Rachel’s genuine curiosity and relatability. Peo... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Castell
    United States2 years ago

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The show is described as a comfort listen that's informative and well-researched, with strong production and interview quality.
Some listeners critique political moments in certain episodes, suggesting mixed reactions to topical references.
Episodes are noted for deep dives into food history and culture, not just celebrity chatter.
Guests are framed with rich context and engaging storytelling, making episodes insightful and entertaining.
Listeners repeatedly praise the host's warmth, humor, and curiosity.

Chart Rankings

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

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#64
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#214
Canada/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#231
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Apple Podcasts
#113
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#48
Philippines/Arts/Food
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#51
India/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Leftovers with Jay Duplass
Q: What is the movie that you've seen the most in your life that you can just watch?
Raising Arizona or Dumb and Dumber are endlessly replayable for me; when either one comes on, I'm hooked and watch it to the end, which shows how certain comedies endure for generations.
The Leftovers with Jay Duplass
Q: What is your favorite movie theater snack?
Dark chocolate Raisinets, evolved to the dark chocolate version, which I think has raised the bar for movie snacks and colored my theater experience since youth.
The Leftovers with Jay Duplass
Q: Can you still get that? Cause I always had a Baskin Robbins ice cream cake as a kid.
Yes, you can still get it, and I do still get it as a man in his 50s, which shows how durable and nostalgic this flavor has been for me.
The Leftovers with Jay Duplass
Q: What is your perfect birthday cake?
A Baskin Robbins mint chocolate chip ice cream birthday cake, the flavor I've loved since childhood, with a chocolate chip mint ice cream essence and an extra kick that makes it feel like an incredible treat even as an adult.
Hannah Dasher: Eight-Layer Yellow Cake with Fudge Icing
Q: What would your last meal be?
Hannah describes king crab legs, a bone-in beef rib or rib roast, and an eight-layer chocolate cake as her ultimate last meal, emphasizing bold flavors and nostalgic, decadent textures.

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What is Your Last Meal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners can expect intimate conversations that blend personal memory with food history, exploring the cultural, historical, and scientific contexts behind each guest's favorite last meal. Episodes commonly weave in culinary origins, immigrant food traditions, and regional dishes, often featuring guests from entertainment, food media, and arts who share personal anecdotes, career stories, and insights on how food intersects with identity and culture. A standout element is the host's research-driven storytelling, which adds historical context and quirky trivia that enhances the dining topic while keeping conversations warm and humorous. The show often shines a light on sustainability, community, and culinary innovation through guest stories... more

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Recent guests on Your Last Meal include:

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2. Jay Duplass
3. Barney Mann
4. Sandy Mann
5. Melissa Etheridge
6. Cathy Jenkins
7. Jerome Jenkins
8. John Cameron Mitchell

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