• 10 BEST PODCASTS OF THE YEAR
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  • BEST FOOD PODCAST
  • James Beard Awards
  • Webby Awards
  • 10 BEST PODCASTS OF THE YEAR
  • New York Times
  • BEST FOOD PODCAST
  • James Beard Awards & Webby Awards

comedy

Lunch With The Simpsons

Dan visits The Simpsons writers' room to talk about the role of food on the show. Plus, he learns how new technologies have changed the show’s food jokes.

Live: W. Kamau Bell And Hari Kondabolu Play The Newlywed Game

The two comics are old friends, but how well do they really know each other's eating quirks? Plus, Dan reveals what comedians have taught him about food.

Live: Hari Dreams Of Donuts

When comedian Hari Kondabolu isn't delivering incisive jokes about politics and identity, he's dreaming of being locked inside a magical bakery. Plus, Hari tells us why you shouldn't ask him about Indian food.

Comedy Is Like Making Pasta From Scratch (with Paul F. Tompkins)

Comic Paul F. Tompkins explains how his approach to comedy mimics his mother's approach to cooking.

“No Murder, Yes Pork Chops,” Says Comic Negin Farsad

The Iranian-American Muslim comedian says everything is negotiable -- even religious law. Plus, the former policy advisor uses her lamb kebab to school us on campaign finance reform.

Monologues Are Like Meatballs, Says Actor Michael McKean

The comedy icon discusses the role food can play in comedy and drama. Plus, he tells us why learning a new part is like eating spaghetti and meatballs.