The American Table Podcast

In this episode, I speak with my close neighbor and friend, Donna Grove. Donna is a 4th generation cattle farmer in Virginia. And not only that, she also runs a general store which double as a post office for the area. Listen in as we discuss food policy, school lunch programs, the great divide over cranberries at Thanksgiving, and more!

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In this episode, I learn from George Lesznar, the owner and butcher at Harvey’s Market inside Union Market in Washington DC. He discusses the market’s rich history, it’s political connections, and the importance of sourcing locally, all while demonstrating his butchering skills live for the show!

Learn more about Harvey’s Market: http://www.harveysmarketdc.com

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In this episode, Chef Matt Baker, owner of Gravitas in Washington D.C., cooks a delicious Ahi Tuna and Froi Gras as a special treat for The American Table.

Watch Matt Baker’s episode of our original web-series, James Bell Kitchen Table:

https://www.theamericantable.org/p/james-bell-kitchen-table-s2e2?r=thyc8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

For just $5 a month or $50 a year, join The American Table and participate in a media revolution that explores the powerful intersections of politics, food, and culture. Your paid subscription directly supports our dedicated team based in New York, Washington DC, and Atlanta, allowing us to continue producing award-winning content that informs, inspires, and ignites meaningful conversations.

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In this episode, Annie Groer interviews the extraordinary chef and activist, Alice Waters. She talks about her living in France and learning from French cuisine, her decision to open Chez Panisse, and the importance of local, organic, and regenerative food.

For just $5 a month or $50 a year, join The American Table and participate in a media revolution that explores the powerful intersections of politics, food, and culture. Your paid subscription directly supports our dedicated team based in New York, Washington DC, and Atlanta, allowing us to continue producing award-winning content that informs, inspires, and ignites meaningful conversations.

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In this episode, I chat with Eric Swalwell, the U.S. Representative from California's 14th congressional district. Our discussion ranges from the upcoming election, the recent Cooking for Kamala event, and the SNAP and nutrition programs that are a part of the farm bill.

Learn more about Eric Swalwell on his website: https://ericswalwell.com

For just $5 a month or $50 a year, join The American Table and participate in a media revolution that explores the powerful intersections of politics, food, and culture. Your paid subscription directly supports our dedicated team based in New York, Washington DC, and Atlanta, allowing us to continue producing award-winning content that informs, inspires, and ignites meaningful conversations.

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In this episode, veteran journalist and the newest member of The American Table team, Annie Groer, sits down with Billy Shore, the founder and executive chair of Share Our Strength, the parent organization for the No Kid Hungry campaign. Their conversation ranges from Billy’s time working on Gary Harts presidential campaign, to how kids can get involved in the No Kid Hungry campaign.

Paid subscribers can also enjoy this week’s amazing bonus podcast with the cofounder of Share Our Strength and Billy’s sister, Debbie Shore!

https://open.substack.com/pub/theamericantable/p/bonus-episode-with-debbie-shore?r=thyc8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

For just $5 a month or $50 a year, join The American Table and participate in a media revolution that explores the powerful intersections of politics, food, and culture. Your paid subscription directly supports our dedicated team based in New York, Washington DC, and Atlanta, allowing us to continue producing award-winning content that informs, inspires, and ignites meaningful conversations.

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After his debate with former President Donald Trump in Atlanta, President Joe Biden stopped the Waffle House and spoke with some of the patrons. On my most recent visit back to my hometown of Atlanta, I made a visit of my own to the very same Waffle House. In this episode, I share some of the history of the Waffle House and I chat with Ambrosia, one of Waffle House’s ever wonderful staff.

Watch President Biden’s Waffle House visit: https://www.theamericantable.org/p/biden-speaks-at-waffle-house-after?r=thyc8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

For just $5 a month or $50 a year, join The American Table and participate in a media revolution that explores the powerful intersections of politics, food, and culture. Your paid subscription directly supports our dedicated team based in New York, Washington DC, and Atlanta, allowing us to continue producing award-winning content that informs, inspires, and ignites meaningful conversations. https://www.theamericantable.org

In this episode, I sit dow in the legendary Mary Mac’s Tea Room in Atlanta to chat with Troy Thomas, president of Inertia Films. We discuss his love of history, his documentary Liberty and Slavery: The Paradox of America’s Founding Fathers and his company’s live shot van which allows politicians and high-ranking government officials from the Southeastern U.S. to appear on live television right from their home.

Learn more about Inertia Films at their website: https://www.inertiafilms.com

If you are a paid subscriber, be sure to check out this week’s exclusive interview with Daniel Mahdavian! In his first-ever interview, Daniel Mahdavian shares some of his behind-the-scenes experiences from his time as the general manager of food and beverage at the Trump Hotel in Washington D.C. https://www.theamericantable.org/p/exclusive-bonus-episode-behind-the?r=thyc8&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web

A special thanks to subscribers who pay for the publication. If a few more people choose to become paid subscribers, The American Table could create more podcasts, make more Award-winning films, interview more amazing and famous people, and give you more great recipes. It's only $5 a month or $50 a year; if you can afford it, please support this work: https://www.theamericantable.org

In this episode, I sit down with my friend Bonneau Ansley at his home in Atlanta, GA. Bonneau is the owner of Ansley Real Estate in Atlanta, and the author of Brokering Billions: Secrets of the Nation’s Top Real Estate Agents, which made the Wall Street Journal Bestseller list.

Join me as we discuss all things food, family, and success. How to define success for yourself, and how to balance work and family.

To read the transcript of our interview as an article, click here: https://www.theamericantable.org/p/food-friends-and-success-interview

A special thanks to subscribers who pay for the publication. If a few more people choose to become paid subscribers, The American Table could create more podcasts, make more Award-winning films, interview more amazing and famous people, and give you more great recipes. It's only $5 a month or $50 a year; if you can afford it, please support this work: https://www.theamericantable.org

In this episode of The American Table Podcast, I catch up with Executive Chef Chris Helgesen in his kitchen at the Embassy of Norway. We discus Chris’s favorite things about his time in the U.S. and the values behind his cooking.

As we chat, Chef Chris cooks a delicious dish featuring Norwegian reindeer and cream cheese. The recipe is available to our paid subscribers here: https://www.theamericantable.org/p/reindeer-and-cream-cheese-canapes

Paid subscribers can also enjoy a bonus podcast with Chef Chris where he participates in our lighting round of fun questions ranging from “What is your favorite music artist” to “burger or pizza.” https://www.theamericantable.org/p/bonus-episode-with-chef-chris-helgesen

Learn more about the Embassy of Norway: https://www.norway.no/en/usa/norway-usa/about-embassy/

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