- 15
- Episodes
- 3
- Ratings
- 2024
- First episode
About The American Table Podcast
Welcome to the American Table Podcast. The podcast where we sit down with people from all over America to discuss the power food has to open up doors, spark important conversations, and change the world. www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org?utm_medium=podcast)
- Publisher
- James Bell
- Category
- arts · news
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 10 Jun 2024
- Latest episode
- 27 Nov 2024
Latest episodes
15 episodes in the feed.
27 Nov 2024
Episode 14: Thanksgiving in Virginia with Donna Grove - Cattle Farmer
Donna Grove, 4th generation cattle farmer, shares insights on food policy, school lunch programs, and Thanksgiving traditions from her Virginia farm.
7 Nov 2024
Episode 13: Harvey's Market with George Lesznar - Washington DC
Harvey's Market owner George Lesznar shares insights on sourcing locally and the market's rich history, showcasing the importance of community-driven food systems.
24 Oct 2024
Episode 12: Michelin-Star Chef Matt Baker Creates Ahi Tuna and Foie Gras Dish
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 (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. https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
10 Oct 2024
Episode 11: Exclusive Interview with Alice Waters
In this episode, Annie Groer (https://open.substack.com/users/4684331-annie-groer?utm_source=mentions) 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 (https://www.chezpanisse.com/1/), 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. https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
25 Sept 2024
Episode 10: Representative Eric Swalwell - Exclusive Interview
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 (http://cookingforkamala.com) 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 (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. https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
12 Sept 2024
Episode 9: Billy Shore: No Kid Hungry & Share Our Strength
In this episode, veteran journalist and the newest member of The American Table team, Annie Groer (https://substack.com/profile/4684331-annie-groer), sits down with Billy Shore (https://substack.com/profile/1654624-billy-shore), the founder and executive chair of Share Our Strength, the parent organization for the No Kid Hungry campaign (https://www.nokidhungry.org/). 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 (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. https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
28 Aug 2024
Episode 8: Visiting President Biden's Waffle House in Atlanta
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 (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 (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
22 Aug 2024
Episode 7: Inertia Films President A. Troy Thomas & Mary Mac's Tea Room
In this episode, I sit dow in the legendary Mary Mac’s Tea Room (https://marymacs.com) in Atlanta to chat with Troy Thomas (https://substack.com/profile/145922644-troy-thomas), president of Inertia Films (https://www.inertiafilms.com). We discuss his love of history, his documentary Liberty and Slavery (https://www.inertiafilms.com/project/liberty-and-slavery/): (https://www.inertiafilms.com/project/liberty-and-slavery/)The Paradox of America’s Founding Fathers (https://www.inertiafilms.com/project/liberty-and-slavery/) and his company’s live shot van which allows politicians and high-ranking government officials from the Atlanta area to appear on live television right from their home. Learn more about Inertia Films at their website: https://www.inertiafilms.com (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 (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 (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
8 Aug 2024
Episode 6: Food, Friends & Success: Interview with Bonneau Ansley - Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author & Real Estate Expert
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 (https://www.amazon.com/Brokering-Billions-Secrets-Nations-Estate-ebook/dp/B0BS8Z7H8D/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8), 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 (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 (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
24 Jul 2024
Episode 5: Interview with Chef Chris Helgesen from the Embassy of Norway
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 (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 (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/ (https://www.norway.no/en/usa/norway-usa/about-embassy/) Subscribe to The American Table: https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
12 Jul 2024
Episode 4: Exclusive Look Inside the Blair House - 200th Anniversary
In this episode, we visit “The most exclusive guesthouse in the world, the President’s guest house, Blair House!” Join us for our in-depth conversation celebrating the 200th Anniversary of this American landmark. In the first half of the episode, General Manager Matthew Wendel gives me a tour of the Blair House and we discuss the history of house as well as all of the stunning furniture, art, and decor. Up next, I interview Chef James Sinopoli about his career and his role as the Senior Executive Chef at Blair House. He talks about how Blair House aims to give its many international guests a sampling of true American cooking. While we talk, Chef James prepares one such meal for me: Sour Dough Focaccia and Shrimp and Grits! If you are a paid subscriber, you can enjoy a bonus podcast with Blair House staff Matthew Wendel and Chef James Sinopoli: https://www.theamericantable.org/p/bonus-episode-with-blair-house-staff (https://www.theamericantable.org/p/bonus-episode-with-blair-house-staff) Paid subscribers also get access to the two recipes Chef James cooked on this episode, Shrimp and Grits (https://www.theamericantable.org/p/shrimp-and-grits?r=thyc8) and Sour Dough Focaccia (https://www.theamericantable.org/p/sour-dough-focaccia?r=thyc8) Learn more about the Blaire House at https://blairhouse.org (https://blairhouse.org) Subscribe to The American Table: https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
25 Jun 2024
Episode 3: Kennedy, Georgetown, and Martin's Tavern - With Guest/Historian Jamie Peva
In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend, and social media rockstar Jamie Peva (https://www.instagram.com/jamiepeva/) in Georgetown’s (https://www.georgetowndc.com/) historic Martins Tavern (https://www.martinstavern.com/) for lunch. As we sit in the Madeline Albright (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeleine_Albright) booth, Jamie gives me a quick history lesson about the Kennedy (https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/presidents/john-f-kennedy/) family’s history in Georgetown and their love of Martins Tavern. Subscribe to The American Table: https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
19 Jun 2024
Episode 2: Exclusive Interview with the Ambassador of Norway, Anniken Krutnes
In this episode of The American Table Podcast, I sit down with Ambassador of Norway, Anniken Krutnes, at the Embassy of Norway residence to talk all things food and diplomacy. We start with the special friendship of President Roosevelt and Crown Princess Martha during WWII. We touch on food, diplomacy, and the mission of the embassy and staff here in Washington. Our conversation touches on the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and the tragic death of World Central Kitchen staff providing food aid to the Palestinians. It's an engaging and thoughtful discussion that I’m sure you will enjoy. I also talk to the Ambassador about how her time here at the embassy in Washington is coming to a close; she shares some fun and beautiful insights about her time here in America. Learn more about the Embassy of Norway: https://www.norway.no/en/usa/norway-usa/about-embassy/ Subscribe to The American Table: https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
12 Jun 2024
Episode 1: Interview with Chef EJ Hodgkinson from 2019
In 2019 I interviewed Chef EJ Hodgkinson for my web series, James Bell Kitchen Table. At the time, he was the head chef of King + Duke in Atlanta. There was so much of our amazing conversation that didn't make it into the video episode, so we’re releasing the full interview as our first podcast. Hear about how Chef Hodgkinson grew up with regular, spirited debates between his parents who were on opposite ends of the political spectrum, but were both committed to local politics. Subscribe to The American Table on Substack: https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
10 Jun 2024
Preview: The American Table Podcast
Welcome to the American Table Podcast. The podcast where we sit down with people from all over America to discuss the power food has to open up doors, spark important conversations, and change the world. Subscribe to The American Table on Substack: https://www.theamericantable.org (https://www.theamericantable.org) This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theamericantable.org/subscribe (https://www.theamericantable.org/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2)
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