Cecile Richards, the former president of Planned Parenthood, and Lauren Peterson (who coauthored MAKE TROUBLE with Cecile) talk with Julia about everything from pie and hot sauce to the correlation between women's rights and food justice.

Start Before You're Ready with Cecile Richards and Lauren Peterson

Cookbook author Julia Turshen speaks to some of the most interesting people in and around food. The conversations thoughtfully explore varied themes such as cooking, writing, mental health, relationships (professional and personal), volunteering, and more.

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Virginia Sole-Smith, journalist behind the Burnt Toast newsletter + author of The Eating Instinct, in conversation with Julia Turshen.

On Appetites: Virginia Sole-Smith

Shaina Loew-Banayan, chef and owner of Cafe Mutton and author of Elegy for an Appetite, in conversation with Julia Turshen.

On Appetites: Shaina Loew-Banayan

Lauren Leavell in conversation with Julia Turshen.

On Appetites: Lauren Leavell

Angela Garbes, author of ESSENTIAL LABOR and LIKE A MOTHER, in conversation with Julia Turshen.

On Appetites: Angela Garbes

Bestselling romance novelist Jasmine Guillory talks to Julia Turshen about the role food plays in her books, why she writes about women with unapologetic appetites, and her favorite snacks.

Start Before You're Ready with Cecile Richards and Lauren Peterson

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