Marissa’s guest today is the Baroness of Baking, the Doyenne of Dough, the Queen of the Reverse Creaming Method, Rose Levy Beranbaum. Author of 12 classic cookbooks, Rose's latest is the 35th anniversary edition of her classic award-winning cookbook, The Cake Bible, with completely revised and updated recipes.
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Apr 2026
An interview with applesauce and adhd's Jessica Secrest
Jessica Secrest of applesauceandadhd and author of the bestselling Of Course It's Good cookbook, is my guest today. We discuss her brilliant recipes, chocolate chip cookies and why it's okay to be afraid of cottage cheese, among 100 other things. It's a very special episode.
49m 38s
Feb 2025
How to be a Contrarian and Maintain Democracy with Ambassador Norman Eisen
Marissa talks with Norman Eisen about the pro-democracy independent media outlet he recently launched with former Washington Post columnist Jennifer Rubin, how to manage the Trump years with “litigation, laughter and liquor,” and why only dogs (and not broligarchs) should be skil ... Show More
29m 25s
Dec 2024
Cooking for Cotton-Headed Ninnymuggins
On today’s special holiday episode, Marissa explores the epicurean delights of Buddy the Elf, with the author of the Unofficial “Elf” Cookbook. Yes, there will be spaghetti with candy and maple syrup, plus recipes for cotton balls, VHS sugar cookies and other delights from the Ch ... Show More
39m 29s
Jul 2024
Best of Design Matters: Rosanne Cash
For decades, Rosanne Cash has soared through the ranks of music with her powerhouse poetic skills and wistful reflections on her past. She has released 15 albums, won four Grammys, and authored four books, including a best-selling memoir. She joins to talk about her life and lege ... Show More
1h 5m
Dec 2021
Encore: The Dozen Loaves of Bread
<p>Podcast luminary Avery Trufelman (99% Invisible, Nice Try!) stars as a generous baker touched by magic in this appetizing episode from the Circle Round archives.
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19m 35s
Nov 2021
Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall
<p>Ellen and Mom discuss the baking, banter, and buttercream in Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall. Plus, months we could do without, The Hating Game trailer, and yes, more Taskmaster. <br/><br/>Come hang out with us! <br/>Twitter/Instagram: @notyourmomsrom<br/>Faceb ... Show More
1h 8m