Michelin Star Chef Dan Barber joins Brad to share his journey to crafting one of New York’s most coveted reservations: Family Meal at Blue Hill. With multiple James Beard awards, a well-earned spot on Time Magazine's "100 Most Influential People" list in 2009, and a presidential appointment, Barber’s path has been full of exciting adventures. Brad and Dan discuss crafting a sustainable future around food, starting from the seed up. 

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Join Brad as he sits down with Keith Malloy, a true "California Water Man", world-class surfer, and acclaimed filmmaker. From tackling massive waves, raising a ranch, to producing award-winning films, Keith hardly takes 5 from adventure. Brad finally finds a kindred spirit in another fellow half-and-half coffee drinker. 

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Description: Ben Friedman (aka @youngpageviews) and Brad chat the top of the food chain, ranging from big cats to grizzly gators. Brad discusses his hunting philosophy before Ben recounts a challenging trip with Chip Michalove, a renowned great white shark catcher.

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Chef Ana and Lydia Castro talk share with Brad the untold, colorful journey behind Acamaya, New Orleans’ top Mexican restaurant. From childhood memories in Mexico to chasing their culinary dreams in the U.S., the sisters open up about the twists and turns along the way — including divorce, Downtown Brown, and plenty of laughter. It’s a story of family, resilience, and flavor you won’t want to miss!

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With the legendary Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday approaching, Brad pops in to explore the incredible journey of his lauded career, spanning an Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award, 30 books, and of course, sharing the screen with Julia Child. Pépin shares his advice to future generations of chefs and uncovers his “90 for 90 campaign” along with his new book, The Art of Jacques Pépin.

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Brad sits down with National Spearfishing Champion Kimi Werner to discuss spearfishing, discovering your passion, and living off the land. Kimi talks about that one time she came face to face with a great white shark and shares essential swimming survival tips with Brad. 

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Iconic comedian Steph Tolev stops by to dish out what went into filming her latest Netflix special, Filth Queen (hint: it’s mostly sweat). Brad and Steph swap doggie drama and discuss the highs and lows of working in entertainment. With Happy Gilmore 2 on the horizon, Steph shares how her boyfriend Jefferson McDonald brings both family-born star power (Shooter “eat pieces of sh%*+ like you for breakfast” nephew) and a deep love for the art of making people laugh.

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“Brad sits down with the king of Fermentation himself, David Zilber, to talk unexpectedly delicious oddities like barley sake and chicken wing garum. David discusses his journey to writing the New York Times Bestselling Noma Guide to Fermentation and his continued work as a food scientist and father. 

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Lay it On kicks off with the sassy and skilled Olivia Tiedemann! Olivia details her journey from Hamptons private chef to social media sensation, accidentally spiraling into viral fame and a spot on Forbes’ 30 Under 30 List for Food and Drink. She also answers important questions like how her rabbits got their name and spills on the best BBQ in Texas.

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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!

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