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Jul 13, 2024•35 min
Talking With My Mouth Full
"Talking With My Mouth Full" takes an unexpected--and often irreverent--look at the ways food and drink intersect our lives. In each episode, hosts David Leite and Amy Traverso and their guests question, laugh, and quibble their way through all manner of culinary conundrums, obsessions, fads, and fancies. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite.
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Eating Through the Decades of our Lives
Yeah, we know. It sounds like a cheesy 1960s song. And speaking of the '60s, neither Amy nor producer Adam were alive at the time. Only David was. And that got us thinking: What were the foods we loved, adored, and lived for through the stages of our lives? Everything from Pop-Tarts (David remembers when they didn't come frosted) to Amy's beloved chili crisps. Listen along and tell us on our Patreon page (it's free to join) what were the foods of your life? Please consider supporting our show. F...
May 25, 2024•44 min
Nathan Myhrvold Talks Modernist Bread at Home
Today, we had the privilege of interviewing the multi-talented Nathan Myrvold, the renowned scientist, archeologist, physicist, photographer, chef, and author of the acclaimed Modernist Cusine books. Our discussion centered around his latest masterpiece, the comprehensive Modernist Bread at Home . In his ineffable way, Nathan talks bread history, science, lore, and technique. Take a listen, but make sure to have a pen and paper with you. There's a lot a useful info for the next time you bake a l...
May 04, 2024•53 min
Anything's Pastable (& Possible) with Dan Pashman
Today we're talking about one of our favorite foods (and maybe yours?): pasta! And our guest is the always charming, delightful, and generally mensch-y Dan Pashman. You may know Dan from his popular podcast, The Sporkful . You may know him as the inventor of his very own pasta shape, Cascatelli . Or you may know his new book, Anything's Pastable: 81 Inventive Pasta Recipes for Saucy People . In any case, you definitely wan to know him. He'll have you thinking about pasta is entirely new and very...
Apr 21, 2024•52 min
Listeners’ Questions Answered, Redux
In this episode, Amy and David tackle your toughest questions. Everything from why does garlic sometimes turn blue to why does pineapple make my mouth tingle to should I wash my chicken before cooking it? Please consider supporting our show. For as little as $3.00, you can help keep the show on the air. Visit our new Patreon page and subscribe ! In this episode: Hartlley’s Pork Pies , Fall River, MA Apple Celery Salad White Chocolate Whisper Cake with Pistachio Buttercream Cheesy Cabbage Tteokbo...
Apr 06, 2024•44 min
Mindful Eating, Meditation & Happiness with Dan Harris
Okay, this is a bit of a departure for Amy and David. What started out as a simple, straightforward interview about mindful eating with former ABC correspondent Dan Harris (now a leading teacher, practitioner, and best-seller author on meditation) became an engrossing discussion of self-defeating behavior and self-talk, the toxicity of body shaming, "Big T" and "little T" trauma, and ways out of the morass. Please consider supporting our show. For as little as $3.00, you can help keep the show o...
Mar 22, 2024•48 min
Food Movie Awards
Tomorrow, Sunday, March 9, 2024, is the 96th Annual Academy Awards. In their inimitable way, Amy and David created their own show— The First Annual Talking with My Mouth Full Food Awards . In it, they nominated, voted, and named their own winners in categories such as Best Funny Food Scene, Best Food Opening Credits, Best Scene with Raw Eggs (or the Irving G. Thalberg Salmonella Award), and so much more. Put on your gown or tux and join them! Please consider supporting our show. For as little as...
Mar 09, 2024•41 min
Pain in the Ass, but Worth It
We’re always looking for kitchen hacks and shortcuts to make your life easier. We’re not purists and we feel that most of the time, perfection isn’t worth the pursuit. However, there are some techniques, tools, and habits that really make your cooking better, and we’ve spent some time compiling a list of the fussy and annoying things that we feel are worth the trouble. Let us know if you agree! Please consider becoming a supporter of our show. For as little as $3.00, you can help keep the show o...
Feb 21, 2024•36 min
Kitchen Confessional
Tony Bourdain isn’t the only one who tells all! Sparked by Amy's recent confession that she doesn't like--GASP!--mashed potatoes, our beloved hosts reveal a confessional's worth of secrets about making sourdough, shoplifting children, expired half and half, dog kibble--and so much more. Please consider becoming a supporter of our show. For as little as $3.00, you can help keep the show on the air. Visit our new Patreon page and subscribe ! In this episode: Julia Child's Coq au Vin Meatball Strog...
Feb 03, 2024•47 min
Kitchen Hacks, Tips, and Shortcuts
In this episode, Amy and David pass along their favorite kitchen hacks, shortcuts, and quick tips to make your time in the kitchen more efficient and economical. (Oh, and learn what a "sucky machine" is... Please consider becoming a supporter of our show. For as little as $3.00, you can help keep the show on the air. Visit our new Patreon page and subscribe ! In this episode: Italian Sausage Soup Blizzard Beef Baker's Joy Spray Pastry Rolling Cloth Set Stupid Kitchen Hacks 1 Gross Kitchen Hacks ...
Jan 20, 2024•41 min
2024: Food Trends and Food Fakes
Happy New Year! Amy and David look ahead at what we'll be eating and drinking (or not ) in 2024. They also review last year's predictions and to see how they held up. Amy confesses to her bizarre aversion to potatoes, and David butters us up with some, well, embarrassingly saucy talk. Please become a supporter of our show. For as little as $5.00, you can help keep the show on the air. Visit our new Patreon page and subscribe ! -- Follow us on social: Instagram: @amytraverso @davidleite Twitter: ...
Dec 29, 2023•35 min
All We Want (to Make) for Christmas
Amy and David share their favorite Christmas recipes, memories, and holiday cooking tips. And become a supporter of our show. For as little as $5.00, you can help keep the show on the air. Visit our new Patreon page and subscribe ! Recipes mentioned in this episode: Oyster Stew Beef Wellington Dry Cured Rib Roast Slow-Roasted Beef Tenderloin Potatoes Dauphinoise Mom’s Green Onion Dip with Ruffled Potato Chips Manicotti Made with Fresh Crepes Lobster Mashed Potatoes Crispy Brussels Sprouts with M...
Dec 15, 2023•41 min
Thanksgiving SOS/911/HELP!
Welcome to season four! Amy and David are back for a special three-episode arc for the holidays. In today's show, we tackle the biggest Turkey Day disasters and how to fix them. Also, David offers up his foolproof five-day cooking schedule so that all you have to do on Thanksgiving is roast the bird and reheat the sides. Oh, and watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Dry Cured Turkey with Sage and Apples Dry Cured Turkey with Juniper and Rosemary Dry Brined ...
Nov 18, 2023•39 min
Happy Anniversary! A Look Back on the Best of Season 3
To celebrate one year of podcasting together, David, Amy, and Producer Adam revisit their favorite segments of the past season: the funniest moments, the most embarrassing reveals…plus some thoughtful conversations. Note: The podcast will be on hiatus until September, so have a listen to our earlier episodes and we’ll be back soon. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe...
Jul 15, 2023•39 min
"Help! I've Sexted My Boss" Host & Etiquette Expert Willam Hanson Talks Table Manners (It Gets Bawdy!)
Amy and David went transatlantic for this episode to chat with William Hanson , British etiquette expert and co-host of the hi-LAR-ious podcast " Help! I've Sexted My Boss ." What starts off as a proper convo turns into a raucous free-for-all as they try to stump William with examples of bad manners. All to no avail. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Gavi Ravioli Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp Deep-Dish Brioche French Toast Pickled Onions Chive Blossom Vinegar -- Leave us a message and be on the show...
Jun 30, 2023•1 hr
TikTok Star B. Dylan Hollis on Delights of Vintage Baking
We caught up with TikTok and YouTube sensation B. Dylan Hollis to chat about his love of old-school recipes, community cookbooks, and everything "wild, wacky, and wonderful" in the kitchen. With his new cookbook, Baking Yesteryear , hitting bookshelves on July 25, Dylan also shared his thoughts on sudden fame, imposter syndrome, and the power of old recipes to bring joy to the everyday. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Homemade Pasta Dough Lady Baltimore Cake Spatchcocked Roast Chicken Denver ...
Jun 17, 2023•45 min
Amy Goes Home to Italy
Amy has just returned from a 10-day trip to Italy where she ate her way through Liguria and visited her family's ancestral town of Gavi in Piemonte. She and David talk about the remarkable food and culture of these two regions, the restaurants and towns she visited, and the recipes that are inspiring her cooking back at home. Click here for photos from Amy's trip. Recipes mentioned in this episode: Ham and Cheddar Biscuits Chocolate-Peanut Butter Cookies Ravioli di Gavi Picagge Matte (Chestnut P...
Jun 03, 2023•35 min
Summer Grilling, Coronation Food, and More
A chockfull show today! Amy and David discuss the coronation of King Charles, coronation food, and summer grilling. They explain the difference between direct and indirect (two-zone) grilling and offer up recipes for both. Mentioned in this episode: Watermelon-Cucumber Cooler Nectarine & Tomato Salad Coronation Quiche Fresh Tomato Tart Grilled Steak with Coffee Spice Rub Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon Slow-Grilled Chicken Thighs & Alabama White Sauce Grilled Flank Steak & Butternut Squas...
May 20, 2023•36 min
Wild, Fun (And Weirdly Specific) Food Festivals
Amy and David discuss some of the most fun, unusual, and noteworthy food festivals this year. If you like Spam, garlic, and "white kidney," we've got you covered. Mentioned in this episode: Bingeing with Babish, New York-Style Pizza , Chicken, Olives, and Prosciutto , Skinny Pancake restaurants Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack....
May 06, 2023•37 min
Tamar Adler on Reinventing Leftovers
Amy and David talk how to save time and money with Tamar Adler, author of Amy's favorite new cookbook: The Everlasting Meal Cookbook . Tamar describes how to turn yesterday's meals into something fresh, new and fabulous. Goodbye, sad leftovers! Hello to a more relaxed, affordable, and sustainable way to cook. Mentioned in this episode: Roast Pork Butt Chocolate Peanut Butter Cookies (AKA Magic in the Middle Cookies) H&H Bagels , NY, NY Shawarma Mia , Brooklyn, NY Leave us a message: https://...
Apr 22, 2023•42 min
No-Stress Entertaining
Amy and David share their favorite recipes and strategies for entertaining in style without making yourself crazy. From winter braises to summer grilling, easy starters to decadent desserts. Mentioned in this episode: Portuguese Clams and Sausage Cataplana Maple-Soy Glazed Salmon Cider-Braised Pork with Calvados and Prunes Shrimp and Corn "Clambake" Grill Packs Campfire S'Mores Dip Grilled Blueberry Gingersnap Crumble Spiced Lamb Burger Smash Burgers Tuna Burgers with Wasabi Mayo Leave us a mess...
Apr 08, 2023•38 min
Spring Cleaning
What abominations lurk in the recesses of Amy's and David's pantries and basements? Our intrepid hosts go in search of outdated ingredients, spices, and forgotten appliances in an effort to clear the cabinets and their psyches. Mentioned in this episode: Brie Mac and Cheese Gastro Obscura The Everlasting Mail: Leftovers A to Z by Tamar Adler Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full a...
Mar 25, 2023•34 min
The REAL Story Behind the NY Times' Chocolate Chip Cookies
After 15 years, David spills the beans to Amy about what went into the creation of the New York Times 's chocolate chip cookies--dubbed "the cookies that broke the internet." Plus, David shares secrets and tricks he's learned since the recipe first published in 2008. Mentioned in this episode: New York Times 's Chocolate Chip Cookies Jim Lahey's No-Knead Bread The Perfect Loaf by Maurio Leo Baking Yesteryear by B. Dylan Hollis Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytr...
Mar 11, 2023•42 min
Mary Ann Esposito, Host of the Longest Running Food Show. Ever.
Mary Ann Esposito, host of the TV program "Ciao Italia," which has been on the air for more than 30 years, talks with Amy and David about cheap and satisfying eats, Italian travel, and her latest book, Ciao Italia: Plant, Harvest, Cook! Mentioned in this episode: Maple-Sriracha Glazed Chicken Wings Filet Mignon with Wild Mushroom Sauce Dutch Oven Roast Chicken with Shallots Homemade Tomato Sauce Arancini Cacio e Pepe Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and...
Feb 25, 2023•51 min
Valentine's Day--the Good, Bad, and Ugly
Amy and David chat about love, Valentine's Day, bad dates, and great food. Mentioned in this episode: O'Scugnizzo Pizza Dutch Oven Roast Chicken with Shallots David and The One celebrating 5,000 miles apart Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe...
Feb 14, 2023•35 min
2023 Food Trends & Food Fakes
David and Amy explore this year's food forecasts and fake fads with outrageous (and outraged) results. From clam cocktails to hot dates to a $300 piece of toast, they're not holding back. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe
Jan 29, 2023•47 min
Jamie Oliver on Career, Social Change, and his New Book "ONE"
Celebrity chef, restaurateur, and author Jamie Oliver chats with Amy and David about the beginnings of his career (and the hilarious response to scouting producers); his passion for teaching, and the beauty of his new book "ONE: One: Simple One-Pan Wonders." Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe...
Jan 14, 2023•48 min
Ho-Ho-Holidays! Christmas, Hanukkah, Favorite Recipes & Food Disasters
David and Amy talk about Christmas, Hannukah, their favorite recipes and traditions, their biggest holiday cooking disasters, and their plans for the pod in 2023! Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe...
Dec 10, 2022•38 min
Brian Noyes of the Red Truck Bakery
Baker Brian Noyes chats with Amy and David about the creation of his bakery that's beloved across the country, the inspiration for his boozy bakes, and one particularly presidential fan. Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe...
Nov 12, 2022•36 min
Phil Rosenthal of "Somebody Feed Phil" on Travel, Comedy, and Hot Dogs
Amy and David chat with Phil Rosenthal, creator of Everybody Loves Raymond and host of Netflix's Somebody Feed Phil about traveling the world for food, the best food cities, his new cookbook, and how to make a perfect hot dog in thirty seconds. Leave us a message: https://leit.es/chat . Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite . Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Get full access to The David Blahg at davidleite.substack.com/subscribe...
Oct 29, 2022•37 min
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