A nonprofit food radio station on a mission to make the world more equitable, sustainable, and delicious! Heritage Radio Network (HRN) is a nonprofit podcast network dedicated to creating a more equitable, sustainable, and delicious world by expanding the way eaters think about food.
We do this through creative educational reporting and storytelling. Founded in 2009 by Patrick Martins and inspired by the Slow Food Movement, since its inception HRN has been a platform for thought-provoking conversations about the real issues affecting America’s food supply. There are many stories that never reach mainstream food media and that’s where HRN is different: our listeners hear from a
We do this through creative educational reporting and storytelling. Founded in 2009 by Patrick Martins and inspired by the Slow Food Movement, since its inception HRN has been a platform for thought-provoking conversations about the real issues affecting America’s food supply. There are many stories that never reach mainstream food media and that’s where HRN is different: our listeners hear from a
Operating as usual
J. Kenji López-Alt wrote the The Food Lab, using evidence-based testing to show you the best ways to cook things. But he admits on his Youtube cooking show, this isn't actually how he prepares meals at home.
His new cookbook "The Wok: Recipes and Techniques" spotlights the pan he reaches for more than any other. He joins Inside Julia's Kitchen to talk about the book, his inspiration, and more!
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/meet-j-kenji-lopez-alt
We believe small businesses are a vital part of our communities.
This spring, HRN can amplify your business while you support HRN’s mission by becoming a business member. With a $500 business membership, HRN will shine a light on your work AND you can help sustain our mission to transform the way people think about food.
As a thank you for this tax-deductible donation, your business will receive on-air mentions, social media posts, listings on our website, and more!
Go to heritageradionetwork.org/biz to become a business member today.
Raise a glass to a couple great podcasts!
The Taste Awards pre-announced some select winners and two HRN podcasts are recognized for their excellence. The Speakeasy wins "Best Food or Drink Podcast" and Item 13: An African Food Podcast wins "Best of Africa!"🏅 🥂 🌟
Listen now!
The Speakeasy: https://heritageradionetwork.org/series/speakeasy
Item 13: An African Food Podcast: https://heritageradionetwork.org/series/item-13
Umamicart is an online one-stop-shop with Asian cuisine lovers at the very center.
In The Sauce welcomes co-founder Andrea Xu to talk about the business's 2 missions: help customers access delicious products across Asian cuisines & provide a new digital window for mom-and-pop, immigrant-led businesses to reach consumers.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/building-connections
In the Sauce welcomes Andrea Xu of Umamicart, an online one-stop-shop with Asian cuisine lovers at the very center.
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with Dyed Green, a new podcast exploring Ireland’s rich culinary history and culture.☘️
Dyed Green is also challenging outdated stereotypes - Irish food is not just Guinness and potatoes (although there will be plenty of that too!)
Their debut episode is all about Ireland's Queen of Tacos, Lily Ramirez Foran. She joins hosts Kate McCabe and Max Sussman of Bog & Thunder to talk about opening Ireland’s first Mexican boutique grocer and cookery school, Picado.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/series/dyed-green
Chefs Katianna and John Hong met in one of America's top kitchens, but during the course of their careers they've journeyed to and away from fine dining.
They join Snacky Tunes to talk about Yangban Society, their new Korean-American deli in LA. Plus, enjoy a musical performance from Lucius.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/yangban-society-lucius
Stromboli is an art! And "Pizza Yodi" and regular contributor to Pizza Quest, Brian Spangler, believes Lee Hunzinger makes the absolute best. Hear from the Stromboli master and world champion pizzaiolo himself on Pizza Quest.
Thanks to Wisconsin Cheese for supporting this episode!
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/stromboli
Shutting farmers out of the ability to fix their equipment themselves or locally costs millions of dollars in lost opportunity, not to mention heightened costs for farmers. On What Doesn't Kill You, hear from Kevin O'Reilly, Director of the Right to Repair Campaign at US PIRG.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/right-repair-critical-element-industry-consolidation
What's on your spring reading list?
The latest episode of Gastronomica highlights new titles from the world of food studies in conversation with Michael Classens, the author of "From Dismal Swamp to Smiling Farms," which tells the story of the transformation of a wetland into Ontario’s salad bowl.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/what-read-now-spring-2022
Channy Laux survived the Cambodian Killing Fields, sought refuge in the U.S. and climbed the ranks of biotech. Then she traded in her career to honor her late mother and her recipes by introducing Americans to authentic Cambodian ingredients and dishes through Angkor Cambodian Food.
She shares her story on the latest episode of Spill & Dish, a podcast from HRN and Specialty Food Association.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/angkor-cambodian-foods-laux-honors-her-roots
An unexpected but iconic trio: rye farmers 🌾, the Kentucky bourbon industry 🥃, and climate advocates 🌎 .
When the U.S. outlawed alcohol during Prohibition, Kentucky farmers stopped growing rye, a key ingredient in one of Kentucky’s most iconic products—bourbon. As agricultural research compelled farmers to explore the sustainability benefits of cover crops, American Farmland Trust detected an opportunity to revive rye. A new episode of No Farms No Future tells this story.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/how-kentucky-bourbon-can-help-save-planet
When the U.S. outlawed alcohol during Prohibition, Kentucky farmers stopped growing rye, a key ingredient in one of Kentucky’s most iconic products—bourbon. As agricultural research compelled farmers to explore the benefits of cover crops, American Farmland Trust (AFT) detected an opportunity to...
Gin's nickname for a long time was "mother's ruin." The spirit was said to lead mothers to neglect their children and become prostitutes. This myth colored the perception of alcohol consumption by women for nearly 300 years.
Dr. Nicola Nice built her brand Pomp & Whimsy, in an effort to write women back into cocktail history in a positive way. She joins Linda Pelaccio on A Taste of the Past to talk about the history of gin and women.
Thanks to Hearst Ranch Beef for supporting this episode.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/mothers-ruin
The gin myth of “Mother’s Ruin,” which was depicted in William Hogarth’s 1751 print, Gin Lane, has colored the perception of alcohol consumption by women for nearly 300 years. Dr. Nicola Nice, who built her brand, Pomp & Whimsy, in an effort to write women back into cocktail history, joins L...
Seriously old spuds, a fluffy recipe, and lots of fun facts...Time for Lunch - HRN's show for kids - returns with an episode all about potatoes!
Thanks to Hearst Ranch Beef for supporting this episode.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/potatoes
This week on Time For Lunch, Hannah and Harry (and our new intern Isaac!) are digging into one of the most prolific tubers on earth, the humble potato! We hear from Linda Pelaccio on Taste of the Past and historian Andy Smith, about some seriously old spuds. There’s a recipe for simple, fluffy and...
HRN talked street eats, seafood, barbecue, beverages, and beyond at this year’s podcast pop-up at the Charleston Wine and Food Festival. Find 24 unique and inspiring interviews on Heritage Radio Network on Tour! 🍤🍹🦪
https://heritageradionetwork.org/series/heritage-radio-network-tour
I scream, you scream, we all scream for (vegan) ice cream.
Van Leeuwen has come a long way since the first yellow truck hit the streets of New York in 2008, achieving national distribution and brick and mortar locations. The company's co-founder Ben Van Leeuwen joins The Line to talk about the business, from supply chain issues to financing.
Thanks to Magic Mind for supporting this episode.
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/ben-van-leeuwen
International Women's Day is a celebration of women's achievements as well as a reminder of what strides must still be taken to achieve equality.
Parents and mothers, specifically, face a particularly steep set of challenges working in the hospitality industry. Long, irregular hours and lack of paid time off are only the start of what can make raising children while working in a restaurant untenable.
ShiftWork, from HRN and Restaurant Workers' Community Foundation, explores resources for families in the industry in a conversation with Sheila Bennett, the Executive Director of CORE (Children of Restaurant Employees).
https://heritageradionetwork.org/episode/working-parents-hospitality
That’s a wrap at Charleston Wine + Food! 🎬
The festival’s director Gillian Zettler closed out our coverage by reflecting on the whirlwind that was the past three days.
Keep your eye on the Heritage Radio Network On Tour podcast feed where we’ll be posting 24 delicious interviews!
Thanks to Hickory Nut Gap for supporting our coverage.
Conversations about mental health, wellness, and nonalcoholic beverages have been a bright spot in our coverage at Charleston Wine + Food. This afternoon we’re joined by industry veterans and champions of Ben's Friends, Mickey Bakst + Ben Ellsworth.
Thank you to Ben's Friends - National for supporting these conversations. The organization is a resource for hospitality professionals struggling with addiction and substance abuse.
Tune in live at heritagetradionetwork.org
Sam Benrubi, host of The Grape Nation, is putting the WINE in Charleston Wine + Food.
We have another full day of broadcasting tomorrow. Tune in for un-snobby conversations about the world of wine from importing and equity to tasting and terroir: https://heritageradionetwork.org/charleston-wine-food-2022-live-broadcast-schedule.
Thanks to Hickory Nut Gap for supporting our coverage.
Paola Velez founded Bakers Against Racism at the height of the pandemic and has raised over $2 million through grassroots bake sales around the globe.
She joined us to kick off Saturday morning at Charleston Wine + Food!
We’re live broadcasting all day, tune in at: https://heritageradionetwork.org/charleston-wine-food-2022-live-broadcast-schedule
Thanks to Ben's Friends - National for supporting our programming!
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