Padma Lakshmi Does Standup: Extended Cut
Today, we’re sharing an extended cut of our interview with Padma Lakshmi.
An episode of the Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio podcast, hosted by Milk Street Radio, titled "Padma Lakshmi Does Standup: Extended Cut" was published on March 10, 2026 and runs 23 minutes.
March 10, 2026 ·23m · Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio
Summary
Today, we’re sharing an extended cut of our interview with Padma Lakshmi. We discuss everything from her early years in India to her love for standup comedy. She reminisces about her time on an Italian variety show, which laid the foundation for a long and successful career as a cooking competition host. Plus, she reveals the secret to being a great judge on Top Chef.
Episode Description
Today, we’re sharing an extended cut of our interview with Padma Lakshmi. We discuss everything from her early years in India to her love for standup comedy. She reminisces about her time on an Italian variety show, which laid the foundation for a long and successful career as a cooking competition host. Plus, she reveals the secret to being a great judge on Top Chef.