# acclaimed — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 6 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover acclaimed. Page: Feed: --- ## [How 3 Indie Filmmakers Made an $8,000 Horror Feature—and Got Distribution](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/how-3-indie-filmmakers-made-an-8000) _2026-08-20 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome co-directors Christian Hurley and Ben Oliphint, and producer Matt Wassong—the filmmakers behind the horror feature A Most Atrocious Thing, made for just $8,000 and ultimately landing distribution on Tubi and other platforms. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/211789574/cd5323a016b0d9841064d93c8f9be721.mp3) ## [“Widow’s Bay” Cinematographer, Editor & Sound Mixer on Crafting the Hit Apple TV Series](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/widows-bay-cinematographer-editor) _2026-08-12 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome the creative team behind the 19-time Emmy-nominated Apple TV series Widow’s Bay—cinematographer Christian Sprenger ASC, editor Isaac Hagy ACE, and production sound mixer Kevin S. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/210613445/c256a8ca27040750b667172d98dcfc8d.mp3) ## [Chef Mark Tarbell](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Mark-Tarbell-e3na1c6) _2026-08-12 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Chef Mark Tarbell became fascinated with cooking at a young age. At age 14, Mark was given Jacques Pepin’s La Technique as a gift and it started his culinary journey. At 18, Mark Tarbell completed a culinary apprenticeship at the Sonnesta Hotel in Amsterdam, Holland. Upon its conclusion, he went to study at culinary school in Paris, Ecole du Cuisine La Varenne, earning a Grande Diplome d'Etude… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/124109638/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-12%2F4259540e-9ddf-5724-0ede-1f878c5b26af.mp3) ## ["Other Mommy" Cinematographer Lowell A. Meyer on Making the Horror Film, Crafting "Tuner," & More](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/other-mommy-cinematographer-lowell) _2026-08-05 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome Lowell A. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/209558700/02a459fc67189e0492669cb77d73fc34.mp3) ## [Kaarina Parker: Fulvia](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct97sz) _2026-08-01 · World Book Club_ Kaarina Parker talks about her debut novel set in ancient Rome - Fulvia. The novel tells the tale of Fulvia, the daughter of a wealthy but inconsequential Roman family. Raised in the country, she yearns for excitement, for power. When her father dies and her inheritance is threatened, Fulvia makes her way to Rome to forge her own fate. There she marries a young aristocrat named Clodius, who is… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0p18wvw.mp3) ## [Natasha Braier ASC, ADF on Crafting "I Love Boosters," DeepLight Community, & More](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/natasha-braier-asc-adf-on-crafting) _2026-07-30 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome Natasha Braier ASC, ADF, the cinematographer behind acclaimed films such as She Said, Honey Boy, The Neon Demon, Gloria Bell, and I Love Boosters. In our conversation, Natasha shares her journey from her roots in Argentina to building a career in Los Angeles, along with a behind-the-scenes look at the making of [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/209016574/00dfa648d4cfcda814ce969cb7283ea3.mp3) ## [Save Big on YoloLiv All-in-One Live Production Solutions at Videoguys.](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/save-big-on-yololiv-all-in-one-live) _2026-07-23 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ Save Big on YoloLiv All-in-One Live Production Solutions at Videoguys ## ["Dark" Cinematographer Nik Summerer ASC on Crafting "Color Book" in Black & White](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/dark-cinematographer-nik-summerer) _2026-07-22 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome cinematographer Nik Summerer ASC, best known for his work on the critically acclaimed series Dark, as well as 1899 and the feature film Color Book, now streaming on Netflix. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/207992365/cee6367f2de29bda84babf5e9d64c384.mp3) ## [FEAST or famine](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/FEAST-or-famine-e3mcv7e) _2026-07-22 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ What happens to the food on our plates as the climate continues to change? Feast or Famine: Climate on the Table is a new short film series I’ve created that explores that question, through my lens as both a chef and a cyclist. Five short films will each explore a different area of our food system through conversations with farmers, fishermen, ranchers, winemakers, chefs, and scientists, all on… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/123157166/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-22%2F86e21201-44a7-2d76-485f-07ab6d3ee666.mp3) ## [Filmmaker Connie He + Google DeepMind's Márcia Mayer on Making the Tribeca Festival Animated Short Film](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/filmmaker-connie-he-google-deepminds) _2026-07-15 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome director Connie He and Google DeepMind’s Márcia Mayer to discuss the making of Dear Upstairs Neighbors, which premiered at the Tribeca Festival in June. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/206472173/d9933374a1c301078eb19bd609ec898d.mp3) ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/CSOiSTHwEAvM) _2026-07-15 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## ["Hammerhead Sharks Up Close" Cinematographer Jeff Hester on Capturing Sharks Underwater for Nat Geo](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/hammerheads-up-close-cinematographer) _2026-07-08 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome award-winning cinematographer Jeff Hester, whose work includes documentaries such as Postcard from Earth, Our Planet, Dolphins Up Close with Bertie Gregory, Planet Earth III, and Hammerhead Sharks Up Close for Nat Geo’s annual summer event, SHARKFEST. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/205649398/6d762fdc770697a2ea6ddc4261598073.mp3) ## [Chef Nick Wong](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Nick-Wong-e3lojrg) _2026-07-08 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Nick Wong is the Co-Owner and Executive Chef of Agnes and Sherman, Houston Heights’ Asian American diner-inspired concept, a 2026 James Beard Award Finalist for Best New Restaurant. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/122490160/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-7%2F427495522-44100-2-bbd38c53f8bdb.mp3) ## ["Cape Fear" Cinematographer Eben Bolter ASC, BSC on Crafting the Series for Apple TV](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/cape-fear-cinematographer-eben-bolter) _2026-07-02 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode, we welcome Eben Bolter ASC, BSC, cinematographer of the new Apple TV series Cape Fear. Eben has also lensed acclaimed projects including The Life of Chuck, The Last of Us, and Slow Horses. In our conversation, he shares his journey into cinematography, the experiences that shaped his career, and his approach to developing the visual language of [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/204048400/9e61777b62476fbd60ac3b38c7c5cd54.mp3) ## [Rachel Kushner: The Mars Room](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct97sy) _2026-07-01 · World Book Club_ American author Rachel Kusher talks about her award-winning novel, The Mars Room. The novel follows Romy Hall, as she begins two consecutive life sentences at Stanville Women’s Correctional Facility, after killing her stalker. The story weaves between the two sides of Romy’s existence. First, the prison world where women struggle for the bare essentials of life. Second, the San Francisco of her… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0nw30y7.mp3) ## ["Michael" Colorist & Company 3 Founder Stefan Sonnenfeld on Grading the Record-Breaking Biopic](https://themakingof.substack.com/p/michael-colorist-and-company-3-founder) _2026-06-24 · The Making Of · The Making Of_ In this episode of The Making Of, we welcome legendary colorist and Company 3 founder/CEO Stefan Sonnenfeld. Stefan shares his journey into color grading, the evolution of his career, and the story behind building one of the industry's most respected post-production companies. He also discusses his work on [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/203278637/f83e7ec6420ce8a2f21e67242ae30f2e.mp3) ## [Chef Kari Shaughnessy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Kari-Shaughnessy-e3l70l7) _2026-06-24 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ In 2023, Chef Kari Shaughnessy founded Hayward, a restaurant now in Carlton, Oregon, that has quickly gained acclaim for its innovative ‘New Northwest Fare’ and commitment to local sourcing. At Hayward, Kari’s deep connections with local farmers and winemakers shine through, creating a dining experience that celebrates the rich ecosystems and vibrant community of the Willamette Valley. The menu… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/121913447/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-24%2F426721692-44100-2-7fec734f01091.mp3) ## [Chef Adam Sobel](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Adam-Sobel-e3kj8uq) _2026-06-10 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Adam Sobel is a chef, restaurateur, entrepreneur, and builder of teams driven by one simple belief: hospitality is about how you make people feel. Today, as the founder of Aether Group , Adam is focused on creating soulful, culture-driven concepts that blur the lines between food, music, art, and community. That entrepreneurial drive extends beyond restaurants. Adam is the founder of Sobelini… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/121266586/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-10%2F425857930-44100-2-51dde1f365d47.mp3) ## [The Origin Story of Mike Zeck](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/the-origin-story-of-mike-zeck) _2026-06-04 · David Hyde · Superfan Signal_ A living legend reflects on a marvelous career ## [Karin Slaughter: The Good Daughter](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct97sx) _2026-06-01 · World Book Club_ World Book Club welcomes Karin Slaughter to answer your questions about her brutal, heart-rending thriller, The Good Daughter. 28 years after the murder of their mother, another horrific crime forces sisters Sam and Charlie Quinn to confront the truth about the night that shattered their family so long ago. Karin will be asking your questions about her attitude to violence in her novels, the… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0npfvyh.mp3) ## [Chef Phillip Tessier](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Phillip-Tessier-e3jvk5a) _2026-05-27 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Philip Tessier , an acclaimed chef, author, and mentor, serves as Chef Partner at PRESS Restaurant in St. Helena, California. Best known for its modern, refined American cuisine, PRESS has earned a Michelin star and the distinction of being a World’s 50 Best Discovery restaurant. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/120622698/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-27%2F424996989-44100-2-ce2a739495c2e.mp3) ## [Play Both Sides Of The Lie (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/1PpYNXEKCpAK) _2026-05-27 · **Sponsored**_ Two operatives, one manufactured war — uncover the Complete Truth after both campaigns. ## [ONE Day Until Comic Con Revolution!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/one-day-until-comic-con-revolution) _2026-05-15 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ Where we'll be talking to Dave Johnson! ## [Chef Shola Olunloyo](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Shola-Olunloyo-e3j3vjo) _2026-05-13 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Shola Olunloyo is a talented, passionate, and resourceful chef, and distinguished member of the Philadelphia restaurant community. At Studio kitchen, or “SK,” Olunloyo develops and plays with culinary concepts, global foods, and cutting edge technology in an approachable laboratory setting. There, he sees ideas to fruition, from concepts for restaurants to innovations for food service equipment… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/119716920/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-8%2F423788428-44100-2-2a92e5b3bacfb.mp3) ## [Superfan Podcast Ep. 12: Elsa Charretier on Game-based Dog Training!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-podcast-ep-12-elsa-charretier) _2026-05-12 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ The artist of "November" with Matt Fraction and "Love Everlasting" with Tom King is passionate about transforming the relationship between dogs and their humans in a positive way! [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/196689571/b2a262db9d9fa19165d511bee688b2eb.mp3) ## [And one last thing...](https://museumconfidential.libsyn.com/and-one-last-thing) _2026-05-01 · Museum Confidential_ On this edition of Museum Confidential -- which is, yes, the very last one (!) -- we speak with Megan Whittaker Nesbit, the CEO and President of Philbrook Museum of Art. Nesbit, who joined the Philbrook team nearly a decade ago, talks with us about her tenure at the museum thus far, her curatorial interests and experiences, and what she has in mind for the future. Thank you for listening! Please… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/museumconfidential/MC_Podcast_Final_Episode.mp3?dest-id=585915) ## [Superfan Podcast Ep. 11: Erica Henderson on Terry Pratchett's Discworld novels!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-podcast-ep-11-erica-henderson) _2026-05-01 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ The cartoonist of Unbeatable Squirrel Girl and Dracula Motherf\*cker, joins us to talk about one of the most beloved fantasy worlds ever created! [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/190441952/aedcda5386c4684fa24dc9bb1374a015.mp3) ## [John Connolly - The Book of Lost Things](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct97sw) _2026-05-01 · World Book Club_ Harriett Gilbert welcomes John Connolly to World Book Club to answer your question on his beautiful, but twisted fairy tale - The Book of Lost Things. Set in the Second World War. The novel tells the tale of twelve-year-old David, who mourns the death of his mother while shut up in his attic bedroom with only his books for company. But those books have begun to whisper to him, tempting him... As… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0nhjskb.mp3) ## [Superfan Podcast Ep. 10: Paul Pope on Rowland S. Howard!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-podcast-ep-10) _2026-04-24 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ The acclaimed author and artist of Batman: Year 100 and Battling Boy takes us back to his teen years when he discovered the music of The Birthday Party. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/190434027/e534da7f801de81c14fb38b5dea1cc9e.mp3) ## [Superfan Podcast Ep. 09: Johnnie Christmas on Netflix's Midnight Mass!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-podcast-ep-09) _2026-04-17 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ Acclaimed creator of Swim Team and Angel Catbird goes in-depth on his love of Midnight Mass by Mike Flanagan, and the storytelling behind it. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/190126043/a706d691d7fa5c0b9bcaa9cd8e3e6cf5.mp3) ## [Chef Beau Schooler Part 2](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Beau-Schooler-Part-2-e3huuu1) _2026-04-15 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Beau Schooler is a highly skilled and innovative chef based in Juneau, Alaska. Chris and Beau went so deep in conversation, we made two episodes and both are not to be missed. In Part 2, the chefs have a frank conversation about their personal struggles with addiction and the complexities of that issue in the hospitality industry. They delve into the importance of understanding, especially when it… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/118503809/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-15%2F422131510-44100-2-6b14a8171c32a.mp3) ## [The Secret Origin of Steve Bissette](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/the-secret-origin-of-steve-bissette) _2026-04-13 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ The Will Eisner Hall of Fame Cartoonist Loves Dinosaurs ## [Marketplace for AI-Powered Professionals (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TbS90qxne8en) _2026-04-13 · **Sponsored**_ Find professionals who use ChatGPT, Copilot, and Claude to deliver work faster. ## [Superfan Podcast Ep. 08: Maia Kobabe on K-pop!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-podcast-ep-08-maia-kobabe) _2026-04-10 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ Acclaimed creator of Gender Queer dives into eir love of K-pop, and the storytelling, identity, and community behind it. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/189883323/edeab6aab0488cd5eebc421390cb20d3.mp3) ## [Superfan Podcast Ep. 07: Jim Rugg on Wrestling!](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/superfan-podcast-ep-07) _2026-04-03 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ Acclaimed creator of Hulk: Grand Design and co-host of Cartoonist Kayfabe goes in-depth on his love of wrestling, and the storytelling behind it. [Listen](https://api.substack.com/feed/podcast/189043023/1e840722531a36c08c4ff768a03523f6.mp3) ## [The Podcast You Like Is Coming Back (In Style)](https://spfanpodcast.substack.com/p/the-podcast-you-like-is-coming-back) _2026-04-02 · Superfan Podcast · Superfan Signal_ Season Two of the Superfan Podcast launches April 3rd with legendary cartoonist Jim Rugg ## [Chef Beau Schooler Part 1](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Beau-Schooler-Part-1-e3h8v2f) _2026-04-01 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Beau Schooler is a highly skilled and innovative chef based in Juneau, Alaska. With over two decades of experience in the culinary industry, Beau has become renowned for his ability to create unique and delicious dishes using local Alaskan ingredients. Beau has continued to push the boundaries of Alaskan cuisine as the Executive Chef at In Bocca Al Lupo , a popular Italian restaurant in Juneau. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/117783055/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-1%2F421177838-44100-2-c6fc9a1298751.mp3) ## [Ragnar Jonasson: The Darkness](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct97sv) _2026-04-01 · World Book Club_ Octavia Bright talks to Ragnar Jónasson about his shocking thriller, The Darkness. When Detective Inspector Hulda Hermannsdóttir is unceremoniously told she is being forced into early retirement, she is given the chance to work on one last Cold Case, anything she likes. The case she chooses to revive is centred on the death of a Russian asylum seeker, a 27-year-old woman who had been found dead on… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0n8wwt9.mp3) ## [Photographs and Memories: On Gordon Parks](https://museumconfidential.libsyn.com/photographs-and-memories-on-gordon-parks) _2026-03-26 · Museum Confidential_ "Homeward to the Prairie I Come: Gordon Parks Photographs from the Beach Museum of Art" is on view at Tulsa's Philbrook Museum of Art through June 19th; this striking exhibit features 70+ works, including iconic photo-journalism, portraits, and experimental photography. Recently, MC host Jeff Martin had the opportunity to chat with one of Parks's good friends, the fellow photographer Fred Sweets.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/museumconfidential/MC_Pod__S10_E10_1.mp3?dest-id=585915) ## [Chef Marc Murphy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Marc-Murphy-e3gk2h5) _2026-03-18 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Chef Marc Murphy is a Food Network personality and acclaimed New York City restaurateur known for hosting exclusive private dining experiences and pop-up dinners at his event space in Manhattan. A familiar face at food festivals and culinary events, he is a longtime judge on Chopped. He frequently appears on The Drew Barrymore Show and other Food Network programs. He and his brother produce… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/117098469/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-18%2F420252079-44100-2-80f29e6c256b4.mp3) ## [On Anishinaabe Art](https://museumconfidential.libsyn.com/on-anishinaabe-art) _2026-03-13 · Museum Confidential_ We're discussing a fine show now on view at the Detroit Institute of Arts; it's the first major Native American exhibition at DIA in three decades. "Contemporary Anishinaabe Art: A Continuation" (which runs through April 5th) celebrates indigenous work from across the Great Lakes region by way of 60 different artists and nearly 100 works. Our guest on MC is the show's curator, Dr. Denene De… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/museumconfidential/MC_Pod_S10E9.mp3?dest-id=585915) ## [Chef Johnny Courtney](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Johnny-Courtney-e3ftheq) _2026-03-04 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Chef Johnny Courtney is the chef and co-owner of Atoma in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood, operating out of a charming 100-year-old Craftsman home. The restaurant has earned significant recognition, including being named a 2025 James Beard Award finalist for Best New Restaurant and one of Eater, Robb Report and Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in 2025. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/116360090/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-4%2F419245345-44100-2-e975d75c4e4f9.mp3) ## [Laurent Binet - HHhH](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct74s9) _2026-03-02 · World Book Club_ Harriett Gilbert welcomes the French author Laurent Binet to the World Book Club studio to answer your questions about his acclaimed novel HHhH. The book tells the story of the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich, one of the chief architects of the Holocaust, and the daring mission carried out by Czech resistance fighters in Nazi-occupied Prague. At the same time, Binet places himself into the… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0n445sy.mp3) ## [Goff Comes Alive!](https://museumconfidential.libsyn.com/goff-comes-alive) _2026-02-28 · Museum Confidential_ For the first time in more than 30 years, a leading museum is hosting a major exhibition of work by the noted architect Bruce Goff (American; 1904-1982). The Art Institute of Chicago -- drawing primarily upon its own extensive Goff collection -- has recently opened "Material Worlds." It's on view through March 29th of this year. On this episode of MC, we catch up with the show's curator, Alison… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/museumconfidential/MC_Pod_Bruce_Goff_In_Chicago.mp3?dest-id=585915) ## [Chef Ken Frank](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Ken-Frank-e3f6sqq) _2026-02-18 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ An early pioneer of seasonally driven fine dining, Chef Ken Frank has been in relentless pursuit of deliciousness since his teenage years living in France. At just 23, Ken opened the first La Toque on the Sunset Strip, Today, Chef Ken Frank continues to lead La Toque in Napa Valley with the same curiosity and passion that sparked his career, blending classic French foundations with modern… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/115618074/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-17%2F418253193-44100-2-80ee8443b2c8.mp3) ## [Chef Nini Nguyen](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Nini-Nguyen-e3ek56p) _2026-02-04 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Based in New Orleans, Nini Nguyen is a chef and cookbook author known for blending her Vietnamese heritage with Louisiana flavors. She began her culinary journey in some of the country’s most innovative kitchens, including Eleven Madison Park in New York, before stepping into the spotlight on Top Chef Season 16 and Top Chef: All-Stars Los Angeles, where she earned a dedicated fan following. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/115004057/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-4%2F417434274-44100-2-ec3ad0a9eb1b.mp3) ## [Linwood Barclay - Take Your Breath Away](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct74s8) _2026-02-02 · World Book Club_ Harriett Gilbert welcomes master of suspense, the Canadian author Linwood Barclay in the World Book Club Studio, to answer your questions about his thriller 'Take Your Breath Away'. The story centres on Andrew Mason, whose wife Brie vanished six years ago, making him the prime suspect. But just as he’s beginning to rebuild his life, a mysterious woman resembling Brie suddenly appears, forcing him… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0mxxkhp.mp3) ## [Chef Ilan Hall](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Ilan-Hall-e3dv3lf) _2026-01-21 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ lan Hall rose to national attention as the winner of Top Chef and went on to host and executive produce shows like Knife Fight and Food to Get You Laid , captivating audiences with his bold point of view and infectious energy. His culinary legacy lives on through his groundbreaking restaurants—The Gorbals in Los Angeles and Brooklyn, Esh, and Ramen Hood at LA’s Grand Central Market—each celebrated… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/114314351/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-21%2F416524081-44100-2-3eee09d29091e.mp3) ## [Chef Amanda Shulman](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Amanda-Shulman-e3da3o4) _2026-01-07 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Amanda Shulman, Co-owner of Libbie Loup Hospitality and Executive Chef of Her Place Supper Club a not-restaurant dinner party restaurant with 24 seats, 2 seatings a night, sometimes four days a week. The multi-course menu is a blend of French, Italian, and American Jewish cuisines, with shared and individually plated dishes changing from top to bottom every three weeks. In 2023, Amanda opened the… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/113626308/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-0-7%2F415647357-44100-2-3eca3c561c6fc.mp3) ## [Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni - The Palace of Illusions](http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct74s7) _2026-01-01 · World Book Club_ Harriett Gilbert welcomes bestselling author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni into the World Book Club studio to discuss her internationally acclaimed novel, The Palace of Illusions. A luminous reimagining of the ancient Indian epic, the Mahabharat, The Palace of Illusions traces the life of Princess Panchaali—better known as Draupadi—from her miraculous birth in fire to her destiny as the wife of five… [Listen](http://open.live.bbc.co.uk/mediaselector/6/redir/version/2.0/mediaset/audio-nondrm-download-rss-low/proto/http/vpid/p0mp5qh4.mp3) ## [The Case for Baskets](https://museumconfidential.libsyn.com/the-case-for-baskets) _2025-12-23 · Museum Confidential_ On this newest episode of MC, we speak with Welana Queton; she's currently the Mellon Fellow for Native Art at Philbrook Museum of Art. Recently, Welana was asked to shine a light on a specific area of the museum's collection: baskets. This work led to a newly-launched exhibition -- INTERWOVEN: CHEROKEE, MUSCOGEE (CREEK), & YUCHI BASKETS. Presenting a variety of styles, both decorative and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/museumconfidential/MC_Pod_Baskets_2.mp3?dest-id=585915) ## [Chef Marc Vetri](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chefchriscosentino/episodes/Chef-Marc-Vetri-e3cfjb8) _2025-12-17 · Chef Chris Cosentino · How The Sausage Is Made with Chef Chris Cosentino_ Marc Vetri is the chef and founder of Philadelphia’s acclaimed Vetri Cucina . A Philadelphia native, he opened the storied restaurant in 1998 with partner Jeff Benjamin. Marc’s restaurant group has since expanded nationally and internationally. In 2020, he opened Fiorella , a pasta-focused bar in Philadelphia’s Italian Market; Mr. Maurice’s Italian at Ace Hotel Kyoto in Japan, honoring his… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/f9db3284/podcast/play/112757544/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2025-11-17%2F414586751-44100-2-811ca2e1dc93b.mp3) ## [Museums and Marketing: It's Complicated](https://museumconfidential.libsyn.com/museums-and-marketing-its-complicated) _2025-12-07 · Museum Confidential_ Our friend Stephen Reily of REMUSEUM returns to the MC podcast to discuss his think-tank's report on marketing in the museum sector. According to this newly-issued REMUSEUM case study: "Museums invest, on average, less than 3% of their operating budgets on marketing, which is a level consistent with the American mining and construction industries." Lots to discuss here. We caught up with Stephen… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/museumconfidential/MC_Pod__S10E6.mp3?dest-id=585915)