In this heartwarming and inspiring final Season 2 episode of Baking Scraps, Lisa and Cristina sit down with the dynamic and ever-authentic Natasha Aschoff, a beloved cake artist and finalist on Season 11 of Food Network’s Holiday Baking Championship. Broadcasting from her kitchen in Plymouth, Massachusetts, Natasha brings her signature warmth and wit to a conversation that’s equal parts candid, emotional, and laugh-out-loud fun.

We dive into Natasha’s journey through the Holiday Baking Championship tent: what it was like competing under pressure, the story behind her showstopping Victorian Lambeth cake, and the whirlwind of making it to the finals. She also opens up about the creative process behind her highly detailed, story-driven bakes, and why each cake she makes is rooted in emotion and personal meaning.

Throughout the episode, Natasha reflects on her most memorable moments on the show, life after the cameras stopped rolling, and the tricky business of the baking world as a business owner, mom, and content creator. She shares why, to her, authenticity matters more than perfection, and how baking is a form of vulnerability and connection.

Get ready for behind-the-scenes insights from the competition, thoughtful advice for bakers of all levels, and honest reflections on imposter syndrome, staying grounded, and finding your voice in a curated online world.

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🛑 Content Warning:

This episode includes discussions around mental health, grief, bullying, and suicide loss. These conversations are handled with care, but listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available:

• Canada: Talk Suicide Canada – Call or text 988, 24/7 to connect with Canada’s national suicide crisis helpline, operated by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
• Talk Suicide Canada, reachable at 1‑833‑456‑4566 (or text 45645 — English & French, 4 p.m. to midnight ET)
• USA: Dial or text 988 to connect with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — a 24/7 free, confidential support service for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis

Guillaume Boivin is back with Lisa and Cristina for a rich, raw, and joyfully unpredictable second interview. In this episode, Guillaume opens up about life after The Great Canadian Baking Show, his work as a psychologist and advocate, and the emotional story behind one of his bakes: a tribute to a close friend. While the show touched on the moment, Guillaume shares what he wished had been included, and why it matters to speak honestly about grief and mental health.

We also dive into the lighter side of life post-show: the unexpected whirlwind of social media, his spicy sense of humor (intentional and otherwise), and the ever-growing fantasy of Pedro Pascal joining us in the tent. There are laughs, innuendos, and genuine reflections on what it means to show up as your full self - flour-covered hands and all.

Plus, Guillaume offers heartfelt advice for the Season 9 bakers, who’ve just wrapped filming and are soon to share their journey with the world.

This conversation is everything we love about Guillaume: sincere, irreverent, thoughtful, and thoroughly delightful. Come for the feels, stay for the giggles—and maybe a cinnamon bun.

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This week on Baking Scraps Lisa and Cristina are joined by the one and only Tina Zaccardi … winner of The Great American Baking Show: Holiday Edition Season 4! 🏆

We chat about her incredible baking journey, the contests (and wins!) that paved the way, and her winning strategy of “pivots & tweaks.” Plus, she shares her love for baseball and her latest sweet series recreating iconic MLB stadium desserts all baseball season long. ⚾🍩

A home baker turned champ … you don’t want to miss this one! It’s a home run!! 

#bakingscraps #tinazaccardi #greatamericanbakingshow #homebaker #bakingpodcast #mlbbakes #pivotsandtweaks #stadiumsnacks #holidaybakingchampion

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This week’s guest is as sweet as her bakes! 💚

Say hello to Jzabela De Paz - aka The Cake Mama …. plant-based baker, community builder, lifestyle creator, music lover, and podcast co-host of “We Talk About Stuff and Things” 

@the.cake.mama @shopthecakemama 

@wetalkaboutstuffandthings 

We chat about plant-based swaps, building community one bake at a time, and keeping it real (and hilarious) with her husband Rolando. You don’t want to miss this one! 🌱🧁🎙️

This fun and informative episode drops Tuesday, June 10th at 7pm ET | 4pm PT on all your favourite podcast streaming platforms and of course, YouTube. 🎧 

#BakingScraps #TheSweetTalk #Podcast #PodcastGuest #TheCakeMama #plantbasedfood #plantbasedbaker #vegan #veganbakery #wetalkaboutstuffandthings

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It’s our one-year anniversary, and we’re inviting you to pull up a chair at the kitchen table! In this special milestone episode of Baking Scraps, Lisa and Cristina take a heartfelt look back on the journey so far - sharing the bake that made us fall in love with baking; talking about how the idea for the podcast got started; and, yes, confessing our biggest “Baking Craps” (those unforgettable fails that taught us just as much as our successes!).

We also open up about our personal lives, getting a little deeper than usual, as well as reflecting on how Baking Scraps has shaped us both on and off the podcast. Without a guest this time, we put ourselves in the hot seat for a lively round of “This or That,” revealing our quirky tastes and preferences in all things baking and beyond.

We celebrate the incredible guests who’ve joined us over the past year and share which ones left the biggest impression…and even ask the big question: would we trade a shot at The Great Canadian Baking Show to keep this podcast going?

Looking ahead, we share our hopes and dreams for the next year of Baking Scraps and beyond. Whether you’ve been with us from the first crumb or just stumbled upon us now, this is a warm, messy, and delicious celebration of all things baking, community, and friendship.

So grab your apron (and maybe a cupcake) and join us — here’s to many more years of sharing the sweet and the sticky with you! 🧁✨

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This week on Baking Scraps, Lisa and Cristina are joined by the Sweet Elora Khanom, the Season 8 winner of The Great Canadian Baking Show.

Almost a year to the day since she first stepped inside that iconic tent, Elora reflects on her whirlwind experience…from her love of mangos and all things pink to the technical challenges that still keep her up at night. She opens up about the moments when things didn’t go according to plan (including one unforgettable mishap during Cake Week) and how quick thinking and creativity helped her rise to the top.

Tune in for a heartfelt chat with one of Canada’s most charming and humble champions.

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This week on Baking Scraps, Lisa and Cristina are joined by the sweet Pamela Kramer, a talented home baker and finalist from Season 8 of The Great Canadian Baking Show. In this inspiring episode, Pamela shares behind-the-scenes stories from her time in the baking tent, the strong and lasting friendships she built with fellow bakers, and how the experience helped her reconnect with self-care and self-love. 🤍

If you’re a fan of baking competitions, personal growth, and heartfelt conversations, this episode is a must-listen!

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Lisa & Cristina are thrilled to welcome Great Canadian Baking Show Season 4 finalist @bakewithtanner to the Baking Scraps podcast. 

Tanner is not only a talented baker and musician, but also a proud stay-at-home dad raising his sweet toddler in Winnipeg, Canada.

From living in the UK and Australia to whipping up stunning bakes on national TV, his journey is anything but ordinary.

Now, Tanner and his life partner are embarking on their next big adventure: searching for a surrogate to grow their beautiful little family. @our.missing.piece 

Tune in for heartfelt stories, baking inspo, and a refreshing dose of real-life joy, resilience, and love.

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This week, Lisa and Cristina are serving up a double helping of baking brilliance with Great British Bake Off Season 13 fan favourite Janusz Domagala, a semi-finalist known for his vibrant bakes and even brighter personality, and Keiron George, who brought his pastry artistry and skills to the elite competition of GBBO: The Professionals (2021). Now, they’ve teamed up - and glammed up - for season 3 of Crime Scene Kitchen, baking their way through mystery, mayhem, and meringue to the finals!

We’re talking teamwork, tough clues, and the real pressure of baking when there’s no recipe…just crumbs and chaos. Tune in for laughs, behind-the-scenes secrets, and a sweet look at how this iconic duo cracked the case, one cake at a time. 

You definitely won’t want to miss this one! Catch it wherever you listen to your favourite podcasts or watch it on YouTube 🎙️

#bakingscraps #thesweettalk #podcast #bakingpodcast 

#sweetcrimes #showstoppers 

#crimescenekitchen #gbbo 

#bakers #baking #bake

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Join Lisa and Cristina for an exciting episode of Baking Scraps as we chat with Andrew Evers from The Great Canadian Baking Show! Discover Andrew’s journey on the show, his behind-the-scenes experiences, and his best baking tips. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a fan of reality baking shows, this episode offers insights, laughs, and inspiring stories from one of your favorite bakers. Tune in to learn more about the challenges and triumphs of competing on a top TV baking show!

You can also watch this episode on our Baking Scraps YouTube channel for an added visual experience. 🍰📺

If you're passionate about baking, reality TV, and learning from the pros, this episode is for you!

Don't forget to subscribe to Baking Scraps on your favorite streaming platform and stay updated with more amazing interviews and baking tips. 💥

#BakingScrapsPodcast #AndrewEvers #GreatCanadianBakingShow #BakingTips #BakingCommunity #BakingInspiration #PodcastForBakers #RealityBakingShows #BakersOfInstagram #BakingPodcast #BehindTheScenesBaking

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