Lay It On with Brad Leone

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Lay It On with Brad Leone episodes

October 26 Wild Game, Sustainable Sourcing, and the Art of Butchery with Chef Jesse Griffiths
Brad sits down with Chef Jesse Griffths, a true pioneer of Austin’s farm-to-table movement, passionate outdoorsman, and chef/co-owner of Dai Due, a restaurant recognized with a Michelin Green Star for its dedication to sustainability. Jesse shares his journey from cooking in Italy and Mexico to founding the New School of Traditional Cookery and authoring acclaimed books like the James Beard Award-winning The Hog Book. Brad shares his battle with sparrows. Jesse reveals some of Texas’ unique perks.

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1 hr 15 min
October 05 From Skate Parks to Sandwich Supremacy with Mason Hereford
Mason Hereford, founder of Turkey and The Wolf (named Best New Restaurant in America by Bon Appétit), joins the show to share his journey from a childhood spent rollerblading in Virginia to becoming one of the most creative minds in the sandwich world. Mason discusses his early days cooking at Fat Harry's and Coquette in New Orleans, the cross-country road trip and kitchen stages that shaped his approach, and how he brought chef-driven flavor to casual, composed sandwiches leading him to multiple James Beard Award nominations and a New York Times bestselling cookbook.
0:00 - BRAD RANT
7:57 - BRAD ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS
12:39 - INTRODUCING: MASON HEREFORD
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1 hr 18 min
September 28 Fly Fishing Legend JT Van Zandt on Redfish, Redirection, and Finding Purpose on the Texas Coast
Veteran Texas fly fishing guide JT Van Zandt joins Brad to chat chasing redfish and the deeper lessons fishing has taught him about patience and presence. JT shares how a devastating BMX bike crash in college accidentally launched his career in fly fishing, unexpectedly uncovering a new passion. Brad and JT talk about longevity and about the power of a surprise hug on the golf course.
CHAPTERS:
0:00 - BRAD RANT!
10:31 - BRAD ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS
20:05 - INTRODUCING: JT VAN ZANDT
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1 hr 34 min
July 13 Food By Maria on Finding Your Roots, Going Greek, and Authentic Living
Maria Koutsogiannis (@foodbymaria) joins the pod to talk family ties and her upcoming book, Greek Out! Brad uncovers Maria’s vulnerable, inspiring journey back to her roots from her experiences as a first-generation immigrant to overcoming past health struggles. Maria shares her passion for olive oil. Brad shares a scary squirrel story.

You can order Maria’s book Greek Out here, out September 8th: https://www.foodbymaria.com/greek-out/

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54 min
July 06 Gaby’s Kitchen on Teaching the World to Cook and the Magic of Argentina
Gaby’s Kitchen (Gaby Melian) joins the pod to talk culinary wisdom and catch up with her pal Brad from the good old days at Bon Appetite Test Kitchen. Gaby details her journey from obtaining a journalism degree and selling sandwiches in Buenos Aires to becoming the celebrated chef she is today. Brad and Gaby talk furbabies. Gaby shares her secrets behind crafting Argentine chimichurri, cooking with kids, and pivoting towards your passion at all costs.

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1 hr 20 min
June 29 Cast Iron Mastery: History, Care, and the Hunt with Cast Iron Kyle
Brad Leone catches up with longtime friend and cast iron aficionado, Kyle Seip, better known as Cast Iron Kyle. From his roots on a Christmas tree farm to becoming a walking encyclopedia of vintage cookware, Kyle breaks down the history, proper care, and the "why" behind investing in quality gear. They tackle common myths about cleaning, the truth about seasoning, and why reliable gear is always worth the hunt. Brad and Kyle chat about the best way to eat pork roll. Watch more Kyle on his Local Legends Episode! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AuxeH3XLvY

CHAPTERS:
0:00 - BRAD RANT!
13:20 - BRAD ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS
19:33 - INTRODUCING: CAST IRON KYLE

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1 hr 22 min
June 22 Top Chef’s Kristen Kish on What it Takes to Win Reality TV and Say Yes to the Unexpected
Emmy nominated host of Top Chef and New York Times Bestselling Author Kristen Kish joins the show! Brad unpacks her journey from rural Michigan to becoming a Top Chef winner and host, the realities of running a kitchen, and her candid reflections on recovery, finding self-confidence, and learning to say "yes" to the things that scare you. Brad shares a fondness for pairing seafood with cheese. Kristen and Brad debate how to say sherbet. Kish's memoir is titled Accidentally on Purpose, available wherever books are sold!

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1 hr 20 min
June 15 Meet "The Godfather of Fermentation" Sandor Katz's Active Culture Kitchen
Brad sits down with his inspiration, pal and the esteemed fermentation fanatic and expert Sandor Katz! Sandor shares his journey into fermented foods from the humble bread and butter pickle, to the experimental process of making miso out of chicken feet, and the high-altitude secrets behind Andean chuño potatoes. Brad and Sandor discuss the insights he gathered from his global exploration of fermentation practices, detailed in his book Sandor Katz's Fermentation Journeys: Recipes, Techniques, and Traditions from around the World - hardcopy available wherever books are sold September 2026!

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1 hr 15 min
June 08 Bold Borderless Flavors with Chef Marcela Valladolid
Chef and culinary entrepreneur Marcela Valladolid joins the pod! Marcela shares her unique experience of living between the two worlds of Tijuana, Mexico and San Diego. Brad and Marcela dive deep into the power of family traditions, culinary roots, the importance of maintaining an "unapologetic" identity, and how we can foster a stronger connection to our heritage through the food we eat. Marcela shares all the joys and challenges that come with ushering in a second act, from parenthood to launching her premium pantry brand, Matriarca Foods.
Matriarca Foods is a premium Mexican pantry brand crafted in Mexico using clean, non-GMO ingredients with no preservatives, no seed oils, and no unnecessary additives. We produce the essential building blocks for authentic Mexican cooking, designed not only to recreate iconic dishes but to elevate everyday meals. Founded by Chef Marcela Valladolid, Matriarca was born from a simple need: to feed her own family clean, trustworthy ingredients sourced across Mexico and rooted in over 20 years of culinary experience: https://matriarca.com/
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1 hr 21 min
June 01 Breakout Scary Movie Actress Olivia Rose Keegan on Creative Persistence
Actress Olivia Rose Keegan (Gotham Knights, Days of Our Lives, High School Musical: The Series) joins the show! Olivia shares her journey to becoming a seasoned actor, detailing her debut on Days of Our Lives to her upcoming role in the beloved Scary Movie franchise. Brad gets the scoop on all the twists and turns that come with being a professional actor from driving 6+ hours to auditions to knocking out 50 pages of dialogue in a single day. Olivia recounts her epic battle with a Coco robot. Brad and Olivia swap dog pics.

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - BRAD RANT!
6:53 - BRAD ANSWERS YOUR QUESTIONS!
12:25 - INTRODUCING: OLIVIA ROSE KEEGAN

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1 hr 18 min

About Lay It On with Brad Leone

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Lay it On digs into the real stories behind legendary lives—unpacking the pivotal moments, the community, their character and grit that shape and fuel their journeys. Host Brad Leone sits down with chefs, makers, sommeliers, actors, musicians, comedians, and more to explore passions and motivations. With food as a universal language, each episode blends laughs, stories, with authentic conversations and unexpected moments that reveal heart, humor, and humanity behind the craft. It's a laid-back, no-holds-barred chat that leaves you feeling connected to the people shaping the world around us. This podcast lays it all on the table!