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Setting the Table

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Podcast Overview

Hosted by Deb Freeman, Setting the Table is a podcast that explores the stories and histories of African American cuisine and foodways. From Sunday barbeques to the spirits in your cocktails, African Americans have created the foundation of modern American cuisine, yet African American food is one of the least explored food genres. Setting the Table illuminates the ways that African Americans have shaped how this country eats and drinks by exploring the historical events that have influenced the formation of Black foodways in America while also drawing a direct line to the people who are moving the Black culinary narrative forward. Setting the Table is part of Whetstone Radio Collective. Whetstone Radio Collective creates storytelling dedicated to food origins and culture, with original content centering the perspectives of global majority populations and diasporas. You can learn more about this podcast at whetstoneradio.com, on Twitter @whetstoneradio, on TikTok and Instagram @whetstonemedia and subscribe to our Spotify and YouTube channel, Whetstone Media, for more podcast content. You can learn more about all things happening at Whetstone at WhetstoneMedia.com.

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2/28/2022

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Recent Episodes

May 10, 2022

Yellow Cake, Biscuits, and the Legacy of Black Baking

For the season finale of Setting the Table, Deb explores one of her favorite topics, Black bakers and baking. From biscuits to yellow cake, baking has always been a huge part of Black foodways. On this episode, Baker and cookbook author Cheryl Day shares her thoughts on the legacy of Black bakers and preserving recipes, then chef, baker, and TV personality Carla Hall joins us to share her thoughts on biscuits, and representing Black baking in media. Setting the Table is part of Whetstone Radio Collective. Learn more about Setting the Table <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/radio/setting-the-table" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.Find show notes <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/radio/setting-the-table/episode10" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.And transcript <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/setting-the-table-ep10-transcript" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

May 3, 2022

Black Women in Activism and Food

During the civil rights era, Black women to used their skills as chefs and cooks to support social movements in this country. On this episode, Deb is joined by scholar and writer Suzanne Cope to explores the legacies of two such heroes, Aylene Quin, who helped feed and support the Civil Rights movement in Mississippi, and Cleo Silvers, who helped create the Black Panther Party's Free Breakfast for Children program. Deb also checks in with Arley Bell, a millenial baker who believes she can make a difference in food and activism though her beautifully decorated cakes and pastries.Setting the Table is part of Whetstone Radio Collective. Learn more about Setting the Table <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/radio/setting-the-table" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.Find show notes <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/radio/setting-the-table/episode9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.And transcript <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/setting-the-table-ep9-transcript" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

April 26, 2022

Barbeque Legacies in Los Angeles

One of the lasting effects of the Great Migration is the movement of Black foodways, and one of the best examples of this movement is barbecue. On this episode, Deb explores the legacy of Black barbeque in Los Angeles with food journalist Mona Holmes and BBQ pitmaster Lonnie Edwards. Setting the Table is part of Whetstone Radio Collective. Learn more about Setting the Table <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/radio/setting-the-table" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.Find show notes <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/radio/setting-the-table/episode8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.And transcript <a href="https://www.whetstonemagazine.com/stt8-transcript" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here</a>.

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What is Setting the Table?: Hosted by Deb Freeman, Setting the Table is a podcast that explores the stories and histories of African American cuisine and foodways. From Sunday barbeques to the spirits in your cocktails, African Americans have created the foundation of modern American cuisine, yet African American food is one of the least explored food genres. Setting the Table illuminates the ways that African Americans have shaped how this country eats and drinks by exploring the historical events that have influenced the formation of Black foodways in America while also drawing a direct line to the people who are moving the Black culinary narrative forward.

Setting the Table is part of Whetstone Radio Collective. Whetstone Radio Collective creates storytelling dedicated to food origins and culture, with original content centering the perspectives of global majority populations and diasporas.

You can learn more about this podcast at whetstoneradio.com, on Twitter @whetstoneradio, on TikTok and Instagram @whetstonemedia and subscribe to our Spotify and YouTube channel, Whetstone Media, for more podcast content. You can learn more about all things happening at Whetstone at WhetstoneMedia.com.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates inactive.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 2 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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