Episode 42 features THE GREAT “by request” by podcast subscriber MARSHA WEINER and a conversation with SAM DIXON, food stylist for THE GREAT’s 2nd and 3rd seasons for a behind-the-scenes look at food in the satirical comic series about the rise of Catherine the Great.

THE GREAT was created by Tony McNamara and features Elle Fanning as the idealistic future ruler of Russia, Catherine the Great; and Nicholas Hoult as her offensive yet charming foodie husband, Peter III.  THE GREAT ran for 3 seasons and is available on Hulu.

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TIMESTAMPS

0:08 Podcast Opening

2:07 THE GREAT, an occasionally true story of Catherine the Great

4:11 By Request with Marsha Weiner

13:57 Sam Dixon, food styling THE GREAT

17:05 How food adds to comedy or food styling historical drama

23:13 Interpreting food for actors

29:57 How food reveals character

34:18 Lightning Round: Antoine (Marie-Antoine) Carême, Georgian era chef, Time Capsule Jelly Molds, Friends Dancing, Snorkel, Bag of Crisps

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