Your Mama’s Kitchen

By Higher Ground

“Tell me about your mama's kitchen.” That’s the simple request which begins each episode of this Audible Original podcast from acclaimed journalist Michele Norris (NPR’s All Things Considered</

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The podcast currently has 56 episodes available.

Your Mama’s Kitchen episodes:

March 25, 2025 From Jazz to Cooking: Freedom within Form with Wendell Pierce
Actor and author Wendell Pierce takes us back into his home in Pontchartrain Park, Louisiana. He shares how he got his mother's love of learning and his father's sense of adventure. Plus, we learn his mom's secret for cooking okra to avoid all that slime.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

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48min
March 18, 2025 Why Dan Pashman Keeps His Pork Pan in the Garage
Food podcast pioneer, Dan Pashman, takes us back to the "great Pashman family fajita craze of the late '80s," when his mom became determined to crack the code on a legendary fajita marinade. Dan and Michele reminisce about the copper tin fish mold that seemed to adorn every mother’s kitchen, Dan discusses the kosher negotiations in his marriage, and, of course, the epic journey to invent his very own pasta shape: Cascatelli.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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48min
March 12, 2025 Introducing IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Sharing something special from one of Michele’s closest friends… the incomparable Michelle Obama. On her new podcast IMO, Michelle and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you, offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. Topics range from dating and relationships, to family and faith. In this episode, they share stories about being there for each other throughout their lives, from first crushes and fraught college years, to landing at the White House, to losing their mom. For six decades they’ve been each others’ most trusted counsel—and now, they want to be that counsel for you.

Listen to more IMO episodes at imopod.com.

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55min
March 11, 2025 Lashana Lynch on Leading with Jamaican Pride
British actor Lashana Lynch takes us back to the tight-knit West London community where she grew up and to her grandparents' record shop, which was the soundtrack to her childhood. She talks about the importance of bringing her Jamaican heritage to the red carpet and how she channels her mother's strength and discipline to prepare for certain roles. She also share her love for her mama's saltfish dish and why she craves Jamaican comfort food when she's on set.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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54min
March 04, 2025 Big Freedia’s Journey to Queen Diva
The Queen Diva herself, Big Freedia, joins to talk about all things New Orleans. From making his aunt’s Mardi Gras popcorn balls to coming out on his 13th birthday, Big Freedia shares what it was like to grow up on Josephine Street and Music Street. He’ll also share what it was like to get that call from Beyoncé and how he brought bounce back to New Orleans after Katrina. Plus he shares how to make his mom's cornbread dressing.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Our talent booker is Angela Peluso
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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47min
February 25, 2025 The Award-Winning Flavors of Oaxaca with Bricia Lopez
Restauranteur and cookbook author Bricia Lopez takes us back to where her career in food really began -- the kitchen of the renowned, LA-based Oaxacan restaurant Guelaguetza, which her father opened in the 90's. Bricia and her siblings grew up washing dishes, bussing tables and helping their parents foster a sense of community for the Oaxacan diaspora in Los Angeles; something Bricia continues to do as one of the co-owners of the restaurant today. This conversation was recorded when record-breaking wildfires scorched LA earlier this year -- Bricia talks about how she was able to help through calling on her community. Plus, we hear how to make her mama's classic Huevo en Frijoles.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Our talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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51min
February 18, 2025 Roy Wood Jr’s Childhood: Country as a Sugar Sandwich
Comedian Roy Wood Jr. dishes on his Birmingham roots and how his radio personality dad and law school student mom navigated meal times with their opposing schedules. He shares the simple but delicious meals that limited his palette before he ultimately became the foodie we know and love today. Plus, we learn about the biscuits that had his cousins fighting over who gets the last one.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Our talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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37min
February 11, 2025 The European Summer that Changed Ina Garten's Life
America's favorite kitchen icon Ina Garten opens up about the tumultuous relationship she had with her mama's kitchen when she was a child. She walks us through how her relationship with food evolved in later years, thanks to her husband Jeffrey and a summer spent camping across Europe on a shoestring budget. Plus, we learn how to make the one dish Ina enjoyed from childhood: Chicken Parmesan.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Our talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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43min
February 04, 2025 How John Legend Learned to Forgive His Mother
Multiple Grammy and Platinum Record winning artist John Legend takes us back to his roots in Springfield, Ohio, where he was an academic overachiever and a musical prodigy. John opens up about his early rocky relationship with his mother and how, over time, they came together to nurture one beautiful family. Plus, we learn how to make his mama's special mac & cheese.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Our talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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43min
January 28, 2025 The Colberts Find Love in the Lowcountry
Late Show host Stephen Colbert and his wife Evie reminisce on their romcom-worthy meet cute, which somehow happened years after they left their shared hometown of Charleston, South Carolina. We learn about what kind of food they ate while growing up in the coastal Lowcountry (hint: lots of seafood) and some of the cooking hiccups they faced as a new couple in their first shared kitchen. Plus, Stephen teaches us how to make his version of his mama’s fudge – a recipe that none of his siblings can agree on.

Your Mama’s Kitchen is a production of Higher Ground.
Produced by Sonia Htoon.
Associate Producers are Camila Thur de Koos and Jenna Levin.
Sound design and engineering from Andrew Eapen, Ryan Kozlowski and Roy Baum.
Executive producers for Higher Ground are Mukta Mohan, Dan Fierman and Michele Norris.
The show’s closing song is 504 by The Soul Rebels.
Editorial and web support from Melissa Bear and Say What Media. Our talent booker is Angela Peluso.
Copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC / Sound Recording copyright 2024 by Higher Ground Audio, LLC.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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47min

FAQs about Your Mama’s Kitchen:

How many episodes does Your Mama’s Kitchen have?

The podcast currently has 56 episodes available.

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