Knead To Know Baking Entertainment
by Bold Baking Network
Knead To Know is the FIRST-EVER podcast about the hottest buzz in baking! From Chef Gemma Stafford and the Bold Baking Network, Knead to Know is your new weekend ritual, serving up the freshest news, entertainment, gossip, and online trends all about baking. Join Gemma and co-host Ami Shukla, as they navigate the world’s obsession with baking — every Monday morning.
Episodes
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The Holiday Advice Bakers Keep Repeating (For a Reason)
If you’ve heard this holiday advice before, there’s a reason we keep repeating it. In this Best Of episode of Knead To Know, Gemma and Ami revisit the holiday planning advice they end up giving every single year—because it works. This episode breaks down what to prep early, what causes…
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Show-Stopping Holiday Desserts Anyone Can Pull Off | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Holiday movies, iconic food scenes, and the show-stopping desserts that make a whole table go silent—pavlova wreaths, towering cakes, trifle, and more. In this episode, Gemma and Ami: • Share their must-watch holiday movies and the food moments they can’t forget • Break down what truly makes a...
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Why We REALLY Bake for the Holidays (The Full Sensory Episode!)
From gingerbread houses around the world to Irish Christmas dinners, Hanukkah latkes, scents that define the season, and the centuries-old history behind holiday baking — this episode breaks down what truly makes this time of year taste, feel, and smell like magic. MENTIONED + RELATED ON...
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The Holiday Cookies You’re Not Making (But Should)
Discover the holiday cookies everyone overlooks—from Linzers to Danish butter cookies—and why they deserve a spot on your December baking list! Welcome back to Knead to Know, the #1 baking entertainment podcast hosted by Bigger Bolder Baking creator Gemma Stafford and Culinary Director Ami…
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The Surprising Answers Bold Bakers Loved Most | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This special Best-Of episode brings together the most surprising baking questions and answers Bold Bakers loved all season. Gemma & Ami revisit the moments listeners couldn’t stop talking about — from unexpected fixes to “why didn’t I know that?” revelations. Recipes Mentioned from...
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What Everyone Gets Wrong About Dinner Rolls | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Ever wonder why your dinner rolls turn out dry, dense, or split on top? Gemma and Ami break down the biggest roll-baking mistakes and show you how to fix them — plus take you on a festive trip through Christmas markets around the world! ⭐ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Cold Open 00:21 – Welcome to Knead to…
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No More Forks! Pie Crust Secrets You Need to Know | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Pie crust secrets, no forks needed—Gemma & Ami share flaky, foolproof tricks, tools, and decorating hacks in the kitchen in this all-pie episode. Mentioned/Related on BiggerBolderBaking.com: • All-Butter Pie Crust (flaky classic) • Classic No-Fail Pie Crust (step-by-step fundamentals) • No Roll,...
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Holiday Baking Survival Guide (From a Pro Chef!) | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Stay calm, bake boldly! Gemma & Ami share pro tips to master your holiday baking and stay stress-free this season. 🎄🍰 EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS 🍰🎄 • Fruitcake revival story that proves tradition never dies • How to prep your Thanksgiving feast like a chef • Smart tips for staying calm, delegating…
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The Haunted History of Halloween Baking (and Its Irish Origins!) | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Discover the haunted history of Halloween baking — and how it all began in Ireland! 👻 Gemma and Ami uncover ancient Celtic traditions, spooky baking superstitions, and the Irish recipes that inspired modern Halloween — including Barmbrack and sweet fall favorites. Get the full story (and…
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You Can Make This! Baking with Angela Kinsey & Joshua Snyder
From The Office to the oven! Angela Kinsey & Joshua Snyder share family recipes and laughter from their new cookbook You Can Make This! In this heartwarming episode of Knead To Know, Gemma Stafford and Ami Shukla sit down with The Office star Angela Kinsey and her husband Joshua Snyder, the duo...
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Bake Smarter: Simple Secrets for Perfect Cookies 🍪
Ever wonder why your cookies turn out flat, dry, or cakey? In this Best Of Knead to Know episode, Gemma and Ami share their smartest cookie tips from across the season — from ingredient secrets to pro-level baking hacks that make every batch better. You’ll learn how to make cookies chewy, gooey…
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Paris Baking Secrets & Anytime Cakes with Dorie Greenspan | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Forget a standard cookbook promo — in this episode, Gemma and Ami dive into Dorie Greenspan’s Paris life, childhood cake memories, and the surprising recipes that shaped her new book Anytime Cakes. From France’s “national bake” (the yogurt cake) to savory scones with harissa, Dorie shows why…
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10 Baking Secrets You'll Wish You Knew | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Learn 10 baking secrets that make desserts easier, smarter, and more fun in this Best Of Knead to Know! From ice cube tray pancakes to foolproof pavlovas, herb hacks, frozen fruit desserts, and the secret to creamy no-churn ice cream—you’ll learn tips that make baking a joy. Whether you’re a...
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What Is Hygge — And Why Bakers Love It, Plus Wedding Cheese Cakes? | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, Gemma Stafford and Ami Shukla uncover the Danish idea of hygge — baking that’s all about comfort, warmth, and creating moments of togetherness. They also explore cheese as a surprising star in baking and touch on what’s changing with wedding cakes. Plus, listener...
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Vintage Baking Is Back — Banana Bread, Granny Core & More | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week’s Knead To Know dives into the viral rise of vintage baking — from heirloom cookbooks and antique mixing bowls to creators bringing “Granny Core” to Instagram and TikTok. Gemma even flips through her grandmother’s cookery book (recipes like Gooseberry Fool and Sally Lunn buns!) and...
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Taylor Swift’s Sourdough Obsession & The Science of Pumpkin Spice
This week we’re talking about Taylor Swift’s sourdough obsession and the science behind pumpkin spice and memory. Get the latest baking news, trends, and Bold Baking Hotline questions in Episode 107 of Knead To Know! 🔥 Hot From the Oven Pumpkin spice takes over everything from spam to lattes....
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Baking Bloopers: Peas, Puppies & Podcast Outtakes | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Think baking podcasts are all flour and recipes? Think again! This Knead To Know special is packed with outtakes, bloopers, and laugh-out-loud behind-the-scenes moments you’ve never heard before. From Gemma’s mom making a surprise cameo, to puppy interruptions, “peas with jazz hands,” wardrobe...
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The Hottest Baking Trends of the Summer | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
From “swalty” desserts (sweet + salty) to potato chip rice krispie treats, TikTok cookie challenges, and even a cookie dough pizza with cream cheese topping—this episode of Knead To Know dives into the hottest baking trends of the summer. 👩🍳 Join Gemma Stafford and Ami Shukla as they debate...
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Would You Eat Tiramisu from a Pool? + Busy Week Baking Shortcuts | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
What happens when tiramisu ends up in a kiddie pool? Gemma Stafford and Ami Shukla kick off this episode with the viral baking trend you can’t unsee. From there, they dive into practical baking hacks perfect for back-to-school season: freezer-friendly breakfasts, make-ahead school treats,...
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Viral Ice Cream & Stunning Pastries – Joe Nicchi & Michelle Palazzo | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Two unforgettable Knead to Know interviews in one sweet package. First, Joe Nicchi, founder of CVT Soft Serve, shares how a childhood love for seasonal ice cream in upstate New York became LA’s cult favorite soft serve truck. From the viral “Influencers Pay Double” sign to a Bill Murray encounter...
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These Cookie Tricks Changed Our Chocolate Chip Cookie Game (And the Mysterious Propitious Mango) | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This is the chocolate chip cookie deep dive you didn’t know you needed! 🍪🔥 Gemma and Ami are celebrating National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day with a full-on flavor showdown: classic New York Times cookies vs Gemma’s bold tahini + olive oil cookies. They break down every factor that makes a...
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You’ve Never Baked with These Veggies (But You Should) | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami are breaking the rules (and maybe a few vegetables) as they dig into unexpected ways to bake with summer produce — including corn ice cream, carrot cake with no grating, and even a tomato layer cake. 👀🍅 They explore the rising trend of dessert cafés...
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The Coolest Global Summer Desserts You’ve Never Tried | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami take you on a delicious summer tour of cool global desserts — from London’s viral chocolate strawberry tubs to icy treats like Halo Halo and Falooda, plus why simple cream and fruit might be the ultimate summer luxury. They dig into what makes Wexford...
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Why Soft Serve is Different: Viral Moments, Bill Murray, & New Twists w/ CVT Soft Serve | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami are joined by Joe Nicchi, the creator of LA’s cult favorite CVT Soft Serve and mastermind behind the “influencers pay double” sign that went global. They talk viral ice cream trucks, how Jeff Bezos installed a soft serve machine at home, and why soft…
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Ice Cream Secrets: What Nobody Tells You About Shops & Homemade | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Think you know ice cream? 🍦 Think again. This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami spill all the ice cream secrets nobody ever tells you — from what really happens behind the scenes at your local scoop shop (hint: most don’t make it from scratch!) to the big mistakes that turn homemade ice cream...
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Baking Confessions You Won’t Believe: Dessert Fails & Secret Ingredients! | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week we hit 100 episodes of Knead to Know — and to celebrate, Gemma and Ami spin the Whisk & Win wheel for honest baking confessions, the messiest fails, and the hot takes you didn’t know you needed. From cupcake rage to cookie disasters and Britain’s fanciest loaf, it’s 100 episodes of…
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Baking with Kids Is NOT What It Used to Be | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Summer’s heating up and Knead to Know is diving into baking with kids, parenting snack styles, and why Gen Z & Gen Alpha are OBSESSED with the kitchen. Gemma and Ami share honest stories, practical baking tips, and ideas that’ll keep little hands busy all summer long — from decorating cookies to...
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We Tried It So You Don’t Have To | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
Things get messy, creamy, crispy, and a little chaotic on this week’s Knead to Know. Gemma and Ami dive into a round of unexpected taste tests—from viral dessert combos to savory waffle experiments and a peanut butter brand that just might break your snack routine forever. They try: 🧇 Something...
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Chocolate Fails, Vanilla Wins & Your Top Baking Questions, Answered | Knead to Know Baking Podcast
In this Knead to Know Hotline Special, we’re revisiting your best baking questions — from chocolate that won’t melt to DIY vanilla extract, fruit substitutions in mochi, and egg swaps for waffles. Whether you're new to baking or in need of a rescue, this episode has solutions you knead to hear.…
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New Wedding Cake Rules & Donut Day Origins w/ Gemma's Mum | Knead to Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami explore the modern evolution of wedding cakes — think cheese wheels, faux tiers, and interactive dessert tables. Plus, they dive into the surprising history of National Donut Day, and welcome a charming guest: Gemma’s mom, Patricia Stafford! 💬 Episode...
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Pastry Secrets & Seasonal Baking w/ Chef Michelle Palazzo of NYC's Frenchette Group | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, Gemma and Ami dive into British tray bakes, celebrate Mary Berry’s 90th birthday, and welcome acclaimed NYC pastry chef Michelle Palazzo to talk about seasonality, butter quality, and her pastry philosophy. Whether you're planning a summer tart or just love rhubarb…
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NEW! Swicy & Swalty Snacks, Wine Ice Cream, & Summer Potluck Chaos | Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know, we’re diving into a full plate of summer flavors, food fails, and funny feuds. From Starbucks' boba backlash and cake pop drama to TikTok's wildest food trends (hot honey cheesecake, tahini cookie pizza, wine on ice cream?!), Gemma and Ami break it all down — and they...
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Best of Cakes & Budget Baking Wins from the Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know: The #1 Baking Entertainment Podcast, we’re sharing the sweetest, smartest, and most surprising baking moments from past episodes — all in one feel-good “Best Of.” Whether you're making a cake for a crowd or looking to bake on a budget, this episode is full of tips,...
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Baking as Therapy & The Best Moments from the Knead To Know Baking Podcast
This week on Knead to Know: The #1 Baking Entertainment Podcast, we're looking at how baking isn’t just delicious — it’s therapeutic. Whether it's mixing, kneading, or creating something from scratch, baking has the power to bring peace and comfort. In this “Best Of” episode, we’re revisiting the...
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Bake Sale Secrets You Need to Know | Knead To Know Baking Entertainment
This week on Knead to Know, it's all about bake sales, bun towers, and baking nostalgia! 🧁 From Hong Kong’s Lucky Bun Festival to Gemma’s own bake sales for No Kid Hungry, we dive into sweet traditions around the world. Plus: why May is bake sale season, which treats are must-buys (and which…
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Baking Pretzels with Actor Adam Shapiro: Shappy Pretzels & The Bear
It’s National Pretzel Day and we’re celebrating with Adam Shapiro, the actor behind Shappy Pretzel Co. 🥨 From Philadelphia street corners to Hollywood red carpets (and the Oscars!), Adam shares how his childhood snack became the talk of Tinseltown. Gemma and Ami dive into pretzel history, Girl...
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Lamb Cake Fails, Easter Candy & Chocolate Egg Secrets
This week on Knead to Know, we’re cracking open the most festive (and funny) parts of Easter! 🐣 From the viral lamb cake trend to top Easter candies and how to make (or fake!) your own chocolate eggs at home, Gemma and Ami dive into sweet traditions, nostalgic stories, and expert baking advice.…
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Why We’re Obsessed with Hot Cross Buns & Cherry Blossom Treats
This week on Knead to Know, we're spotlighting the beloved Hot Cross Bun—a springtime classic with centuries of delicious history. Gemma and Ami dive into its origins, the best ways to modernize it (hello, chocolate and caramel!), and why this sweet spiced bun is more than just a holiday treat....
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Baking Tropical Treats & Vacation-Inspired Desserts!
Spring Break is here, and we’re bringing vacation flavors straight to your kitchen! This week on Knead to Know, we’re diving into the best tropical desserts from around the world—like Key Lime Pie from Florida, Tres Leches from Mexico, and Hawaiian Butter Mochi. Plus, we’ll share easy baking tips...
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Can it Waffle? and Celebrating Women in Baking
It’s National Waffle Day, and this week on Knead to Know, we’re diving into the viral Can It Waffle? trend! Inspired by TikToker Joseph Hall, we test out unexpected waffle creations—including some surprising hits and a few major flops. Plus, in honor of Women’s History Month, we celebrate some of...
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Spring Baking Flavors, Pantry Purge, & Donut Taste Test!
Spring is here, and it’s time for a baking refresh! This week on Knead to Know, we’re talking spring cleaning for bakers, organization tips, and the best way to start incorporating spring flavors into your baking. Plus, Tianna brings a special treat for the ladies to try! 🌿🍋 CHAPTERS: 00:00 -...
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St. Patrick’s Day Bakes, Shamrock Shakes & Irish Traditions! ☘️
It's almost St. Patrick's Day, and this week on Knead to Know, we're breaking down the difference between Irish traditions and the Americanized green-filled holiday. Gemma Stafford shares heartwarming stories of Irish baking, from simple, farm-to-table desserts to whiskey bread pudding. Plus, we...
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Baking Traditions in March 2025: From Green Eggs to Savory Pies to King Cakes!
Join us for a deliciously fun episode of Knead to Know as we dive into the world of food-inspired celebrations! We’re talking all things Dr. Seuss Day, from Green Eggs & Ham to the whimsical “Cat in the Bath” birthday cake. Then, we indulge in Mardi Gras traditions, from the iconic King Cake to…
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Ultimate Oscars Party Guide + Wolfgang Puck’s Iconic Desserts
Get ready to host the ultimate Oscars party with a menu worthy of Hollywood’s biggest night! We’re sharing top-tier tips for serving elegant appetizers and show-stopping desserts, plus Gemma gives us the inside scoop on tasting Wolfgang Puck’s legendary Oscars creations. And since no celebration…
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Indulgent Celebrity Birthday Desserts & the Best Tips for Budget Baking
Get ready for Luxurious Celebrity Birthday Desserts & Baking on a Budget—where we reveal how to recreate celebrity birthday desserts without the hefty price tag! Discover creative, non-traditional birthday treats that will wow your guests and learn expert tips for budget-friendly baking that...
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The BEST Valentine’s & Galentine’s Desserts + Top Boxed Chocolates Ranked! | Knead To Know Baking Entertainment Podcast
We’re celebrating Galentine’s Day & Valentine’s Day with our own little party! 🎉 From the best boxed chocolates 🍫 to romantic desserts for two 🍰, we’re covering everything you need to make your celebration extra sweet. Plus, we’ll share fun ways to celebrate, surprising Valentine’s Day facts,...
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Pancakes from Around the World, The Rock's Protein Stacks, & Gemma's Ultimate Recipe 🥞
🥞 It’s National Pancake Month, and we’re flipping out! 🥞 This week on Knead to Know, we’re taking a delicious trip around the world with pancakes from every corner of the globe. Plus, we’re talking about Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s legendary banana pancake recipe, Gemma’s unique take on…
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Mastering Cake Baking: Cake Tips, Trends & Treats plus Gemma's (& Oprah's) Favorite Cake! 🎂
It’s the Cake Baking Episode because it's Gemma’s Birthday! This week on Knead to Know, we’re talking about all things cake—Gemma and Ami’s favorite flavors, the best places in LA to buy cakes, viral cake designs, and tips for making a show-stopping cake for any party. Plus, we’re spotlighting a...
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Overcoming Sourdough Baking Fears: Tips for Success, Pamela Anderson’s Legendary Starter, & Gemma’s Top Baking Substitutions 🥖✨
Ready to conquer your sourdough fears? Gemma has expert tips to help you master the perfect starter and banish any baking doubts. And hear from actress Pamela Anderson about her sourdough starter with a legendary name. We’re also celebrating Australia Day with delicious ANZAC cookies—because who...
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Gemma’s Pizza Obsession & Celebs Who Love (or Loathe) Pizza 🍕
It's National Baking Month and National Pizza Week! We're diving deep into everyone’s favorite cheesy obsession. From celeb pizza lovers (and haters!) to pro tips for crafting the perfect pie at home, plus a showdown of pizza styles, we’re serving up all the hot slices. And of course, we’re...
About this show
Knead To Know is the FIRST-EVER podcast about the hottest buzz in baking! From Chef Gemma Stafford and the Bold Baking Network, Knead to Know is your new weekend ritual, serving up the freshest news, entertainment, gossip, and online trends all about baking. Join Gemma and co-host Ami Shukla, as they navigate the world’s obsession with baking — every Monday morning.
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