Talking With My Mouth Full
by David Leite
"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. davidleite.substack.com
Episodes
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№ 95 : 5 Ingredient Indian with Chetna Makan
In this Episode Watch the full episode here We had one of our favorite return guests back on the show this week: Chetna Makan, the Great British Bake Off fan favorite turned YouTube institution (a million-plus devotees across her platforms, a decade of Food with Chetna), whose new book, Chetna’s...
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№ 94: Eggs and In-Season Cooking with Lisa Steele
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 0:00 — Amy’s food week: New iPad, spinach artichoke dip, and a Portland, Maine eating trip: Amy’s rocking a new-to-her iPad Pro with a suspiciously flattering built-in filter she has no intention of turning off. David (bravely)…
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№ 93: Baking with Jessica Battilana of King Arthur Baking Company
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE In this Episode Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 0:00 — Another chaotic tech day: An hour of audio problems before the show even begins. The invitation went out to 250,000 people; by the time they got the show running, 16 lovely souls had joined. David was cursing like…
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Nº 92: Italian Cookies with Domenica Marchetti
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE In this Episode Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 0:04 — Another chaotic start: David accidentally goes live 10 minutes early, Amy drops off before we’ve even begun, and Domenica Marchetti is sitting patiently waiting while the hosts sort themselves out. Welcome to live...
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Nº 91: Sourdough Starters, World’s Best Cheese, and a 100-Year-Old Oyster Promise
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE In this Episode Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 0:00 — Welcome to the live, and a tech hiccup: We start strong (one minute early!) before Amy promptly drops off the call. Welcome to live television, folks. * 2:22 — Big announcement — we’re moving to Wednesdays at noon...
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№ 90: Easter, Passover, and the Dubious Trend of Soda-Flavored Foods
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE In this Episode Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 0:00 — Welcome to the video era: A warm welcome to our podcast listeners as we officially embrace both audio and video on Substack. Plus, a big hello to Rob Machado, Christy, Marianne, Susan, Deb, and our friends watching...
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№ 89: Pot Pies with Kate McDermott
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE In this Episode Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 0:00 — Welcome & Who’s in the Room: Shoutouts to the live audience, plus a surprise cameo from The One—joining from 5,400 miles away in Uruguay while David holds down the fort. * 1:05 — Amy’s Food Week: Chicken meatballs...
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№ 88: We're Back and Live as Hell!
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE In this Episode Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments * 01:28 — Why the Podcast stopped (The “Icky” Business of Sales): A candid look at the costs of production and why going “unscripted” on Substack is the new frontier. * 05:15 — The “Day-to-Day Grind”: Amy reveals how even a...
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№ 87: On My Own (For Tonight)
WATCH THE EPISODE HERE On February 26, I hopped on a Substack live, started talking, and didn’t stop for an hour. Here are the links to the recipes, equipment, cookbooks, and people I mentioned. Hope to see you next time. IN THIS EPISODE Highlights & “Must-Listen” Moments 00:00 — Welcome &…
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№ 86: Thanksgiving SOS/911/HELP!
Amy and David are back 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...
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№ 85: Recipe Disasters
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№ 84: 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...
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№ 83: 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....
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№ 82: 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.…
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№ 81: 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? In this episode: Hartlley’s Pork Pies, Fall River, MA Apple Celery Salad White Chocolate...
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№ 80: 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...
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№ 79: 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…
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№ 78: 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...
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№ 77: 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. In this...
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№ 76: 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... In this episode: Italian Sausage Soup Blizzard Beef Baker's Joy Spray Pastry Rolling Cloth...
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№ 75: 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. -- Follow us...
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№ 74: What All We Want (to Make) for Christmas
Amy and David share their favorite Christmas recipes, memories, and holiday cooking tips. 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...
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№ 73: 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...
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№ 72: "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…
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№ 71: 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...
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№ 70: 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...
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№ 69: 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...
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№ 68: 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...
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№ 67: 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...
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№ 66: 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…
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№ 65: 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...
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№ 64: 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...
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№ 63: 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…
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№ 62: 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 Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would...
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№ 61: 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. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus...
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№ 60: 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." Follow us on social @amytraverso and...
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№ 59: 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! Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers…
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№ 58: 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. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this...
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№ 57: 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. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite.…
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№ 56: Chetna Makan on her Latest Book and Life After the GBBO
David and Amy talk to Chetna Makan about the Great British Bake-Off (including the infamous "Mexican Week" debacle), her post-Bake-Off success, and her newest book, Chetna’s Easy Baking: with a twist of spice. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you…
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№ 55: John Kanell on his New Cookbook Preppy Kitchen
Amy and David chat with the phonemically popular blogger John Kanell of Preppy Kitchen on his cookbook of the same same. They discuss farm living, raising twins, and the secrets to being a great host. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to...
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№ 54: BTS: Our Better Halves Spill the Beans
David and Amy are joined by their better halves, Alan and Scott, for a rollicking, no-holds-barred look at what really goes on in their kitchens. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to...
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№ 53: Apple-palooza
Amy, a self-described "apple nerd," takes David through the fascinating history of apples, explains how to choose the right apple for your recipe, and shares her secrets for perfect apple pie. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. To access the recipes mentioned in the episode, visit...
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№ 52: NYT’s Eric Kim on Writing Recipes that Matter
David and Amy chat with Eric Kim, star recipe columnist for the New York Times about his best-selling book, Korean American, the importance of preserving family recipes, and the joys of Salisbury Steak. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like…
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№ 51: Amy and David on Childhood Food Memories
David and Amy chat about their childhood food memories--his Portuguese, hers Italian--and find some startling similarities. (And, yes, it does sound like David drank three Red Bulls right before recording.) Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would...
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№ 50: Labor Day Recipes and a Reading from "Notes on a Banana"
David and Amy are on vacation, but they've left you plenty of Labor Day recipes from Yankee Magazine and Leite's Culinaria. Plus David reads from his memoir, "Notes on a Banana," about the New England specialty stuffed quahogs. Follow us on social @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public...
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№ 49: Armchair Travel: David on Lisbon and Portugal
It's David's turn to take Amy on a virtual tour. This time it's of his adopted homeland of Portugal to explore the foods, sights, and sounds of and where he lived while writing The New Portuguese Table. Follow @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss…
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№ 48: Amy and David on Everything Wild Blueberries
Amy, a big wild blueberry wonk from way back, explains to David what makes wild Maine blueberries so different, how to cook with them, and why they're so prized. Follow @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access…
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№ 47: Armchair Culinary Travels: London
Our friend American ex-pat Adam Cohn lives in London and took Amy on an amazing food tour of the city when she visited--which he recounts for you. Follow @amytraverso and @davidleite. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus…
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№ 46: Chef Pati Jinich on Mexican Food
Pati Jinich, Mexican chef, cookbook author, and star of the PBS series Pati's Mexican Table and La Frontera talks about the incredible diversity of Mexican cuisine, its historical roots, and explores the complex dynamics of who should be allowed to be the spokesperson for a cuisine. Follow...
About this show
"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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