Radio Cherry Bombe

The Cherry Bombe Podcast Network

Radio Cherry Bombe features interviews with the most interesting people in the worlds of food, drink, and hospitality. Each week, host Kerry Diamond—the founder and editor of Cherry Bombe Magazine—talks to the chefs, bakers, creatives, and entrepreneurs making it happen. Follow @cherrybombe on Instagram for show news and more, and visit cherrybombe.substack.com for an inside look into the episode, recipes from the guest, and so much more.

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Oct 8, 2025 · 42 min
The Fun-Loving Eden Grinshpan On Top Chef, Tahini & Thanksgiving–Canada Style!
Today is the second episode of our miniseries in partnership with Destination Canada, where we shine a spotlight on some of our favorite Canadian chefs, creators, and culinary stars. Today’s guest is chef, cookbook author, TV host, entrepreneur, and mom Eden Grinshpan. Born and raised in Toronto, Eden has always brought joy, humor, and a love of big, bold flavors to everything she does. She chats with host Kerry Diamond about her Canadian upbringing shaping her approach to food, and how she bec
Oct 6, 2025 · 56 min
The Korean Vegan Is Back With A K-Beauty Line And A Brand New Cookbook
The Korean Vegan was born when lawyer Joanne Lee Molinaro started veganizing the beloved dishes she grew up eating, including kimchi. (Yes, she cracked the code for vegan kimchi!) Her TikTok account blew up, her debut cookbook became a bestseller, and today, Joanne is a full-time content creator with millions of followers. She joined host Kerry Diamond to talk about her second cookbook, “Korean Vegan Homemade” (out 10/14), which is filled with personal recipes and playful takes, from Kimchi Ma
Oct 1, 2025 · 46 min
Amy Ho Of Constellation Inspiration Loves Mooncakes, Chinatown & Vancouver
Today is the first episode of our new miniseries in partnership with Destination Canada, where we shine a spotlight on some of our favorite Canadian chefs, creators, and culinary stars. We’re kicking things off with the wonderfully talented Amy Ho, the baker, blogger, and author behind Constellation Inspiration. You may know Amy from her She’s My Cherry Pie episodes on her viral mooncakes and whimsical gingerbread creations, but today, Amy joins host Kerry Diamond to share stories about growing
Sep 29, 2025 · 37 min
Bobbi Brown Of Jones Road, Entrepreneur, Star Makeup Artist, And Certified Health Coach?
Today’s guest is the one and only Bobbi Brown—the legendary makeup artist, entrepreneur, and author. Bobbi just released her very first memoir, “Still Bobbi: A Master Class in Leading an Authentic Life,” and it’s a revealing look at her triumphs, challenges, family, and the values that drive her. Bobbi joins host Kerry Diamond to reflect on building brands, the lessons she’s learned from both success and failure, and why her family has always remained her North Star. They also talk about Jones
Sep 24, 2025 · 46 min
How Top Chef Pushed Melissa King To Be Her True Self
Melissa King is back! The “Top Chef” champion stops by to chat about her debut book, “Cook Like a King: Recipes from My California Kitchen,” and how it’s a roadmap of her life. Melissa got her start as a latchkey kid making meals for her parents, who worked as engineers. She used the microwave until her folks trusted her with the stove, and her mom even gifted her a child-size meat cleaver when she was just eight. Little did they know she would grow up to compete on “Top Chef” twice, and that
Sep 22, 2025 · 42 min
How ShopMy Is Changing Shopping For Culinary Creatives And Beyond, With President Tiffany Lopinsky
What’s an affiliate link, and how is it changing the way we shop? Tiffany Lopinsky, co-founder and president of ShopMy, joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the future of shopping. ShopMy, launched in 2020, has quickly become a must-use platform, with more than 150,000 creators and 1,000 brands onboard—and over $75 million raised. Tiffany shares her journey from running a social media food account as a student at Harvard to building one of the most talked-about companies in the creator economy
Sep 15, 2025 · 39 min
Meeting The Moment With Deb Freeman, Zaynab Issa, Klancy Miller, Natasha Pickowicz & Paola Velez, Live From Jubilee 2025
We’re counting down the days to Jubilee L.A., our big conference taking place Sunday, Sept. 28th. In the spirit of what’s to come, we’re revisiting one of the most powerful conversations from this year’s Jubilee in New York City: “Meet the Moment: The Power of Food and Storytelling in Creating Change.” Moderated by writer and cookbook author Klancy Miller of “For the Culture,” this inspiring panel brings together an incredible group of changemakers: Paola Velez, founder of Bakers Against Racism
Sep 8, 2025 · 47 min
In For Dinner’s Rosie Kellett On Communal Cooking And Leaning Into The Cringe
Today’s guest is Rosie Kellett, author of “In for Dinner: 101 Delicious, Affordable Recipes to Share.” Rosie stopped by the studio while she was in New York to celebrate the launch of her debut cookbook, which was inspired by her unique communal living setup in London. She and her housemates share the costs of groceries, divvy up chores, and cook for one another, creating a household where food and responsibility are equally shared. Rosie joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the rules and rew
Sep 3, 2025 · 47 min
Sexy Italian Summer: Giada De Laurentiis On Her Big Birthday, Sheet Pan Lasagna & The Future Of Food TV
It wouldn’t be a Sexy Italian Summer without Giada De Laurentiis! For the final episode of our special miniseries, host Kerry Diamond is joined by the beloved chef, food TV personality, restaurateur, and bestselling author to talk about what’s new in her world. Giada recently marked a milestone birthday, opened a brand-new restaurant outside of Chicago (Sorellina by Giada), and released her latest cookbook, “Super Italian.” She’s also busy growing Giadzy, her online platform featuring her specia
Sep 1, 2025 · 50 min
Molly Baz, Food World Superstar, On Letting Go And Holding On
Molly Baz, author, recipe developer, mom, and entrepreneur, joins us to talk about the unexpected turns her life has taken since leaving Bon Appétit in 2020 and putting down roots in Los Angeles. There’s Molly’s entrepreneur life, which includes the Ayoh mayo and sando sauce company, Drink This Wine, and the Face Plant fast-food spot in Portland, Oregon; her partnerships with brands like Special K; her bestselling cookbooks; and her support for pregnant and nursing moms. And then, of course, the
Aug 27, 2025 · 38 min
“The Roses” With Olivia Colman And Food Stylist Dorothy Barrick
On today’s show, Academy Award–winning actor Olivia Colman joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her brand-new dark comedy, “The Roses,” a reimagining of the 1989 classic “The War of the Roses.” Olivia plays Ivy Rose, a chef and restaurateur whose marriage to Theo Rose, a frustrated architect, unravels spectacularly. Olivia is joined by Dorothy Barrick, the film’s food stylist. The two share how they brought Chef Ivy’s culinary creations to life on screen, the challenges of making movie food b
Aug 25, 2025 · 44 min
Chef Julia Sullivan Of Henrietta Red & Judith On Her Competitive Spirit & Unexpected Health Journey
Today’s guest is Julia Sullivan, the award-winning chef and restaurateur behind Nashville’s beloved Henrietta Red and the stylish new Judith in Sewanee, Tennessee. Growing up in Nashville and honing her skills in top kitchens across the country, Julia returned home to create warm, welcoming restaurants rooted in thoughtful, seasonal cooking. Julia joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about her life as a chef and restaurant owner, as well as the immune condition that impacted her sense of taste and s
Aug 20, 2025 · 41 min
Sexy Italian Summer: Picnics, Rosé & La Dolce Vita With Tamu McPherson Of All The Pretty Birds
Today’s guest is Tamu McPherson, the beloved tastemaker and storyteller behind All the Pretty Birds. Born in Jamaica and raised in New York, Tamu left behind a career in law to pursue love and her creative passions, carving out a space in fashion, photography, and media with her vibrant perspective. She founded All the Pretty Birds, a platform that champions diverse voices and celebrates personal style, and she’s recently expanded her vision into the world of hospitality with two exciting projec
Aug 18, 2025 · 43 min
How Time In Hollywood Led Arden’s Kelsey Glasser To A Career In Wine & Hospitality
Kelsey Glasser got bit by the acting bug as a child. The Willamette Valley native headed to NYU for college, then to Hollywood to pursue a career in film and TV. To make ends meet, she started working in restaurants and found herself at José Andrés’ Bazaar. As she learned about winemakers and their stories, she found herself falling in love with the world of wine. In time, she became a sommelier and headed to Portland, Oregon, to open a wine shop with her then-partner. That led to the 2018 openi
Aug 13, 2025 · 33 min
Sexy Italian Summer: Chef Angie Rito Of Don Angie And San Sabino Talks Aperitivo & Family Memories
We’re serving up another delicious helping of our Sexy Italian Summer miniseries, and today’s guest is Angie Rito, the culinary force behind two of New York City’s hottest Italian-American restaurants, Don Angie and San Sabino. Angie and her husband Scott have reimagined beloved red sauce classics with bold, modern twists—think their famous pinwheel lasagna and bright chrysanthemum salad. She’s also the co-author of “Italian American: Red Sauce Classics and New Essentials,” a joyful ode to the f
Aug 11, 2025 · 47 min
Chef Sohui Kim Of Gage & Tollner Is Never Done Learning
Chef and restaurateur Sohui Kim wears many hats—co-owner of two beloved Brooklyn spots, cookbook author, community builder, and mom. At Insa, she serves up Korean BBQ and karaoke with a side of joy. At Gage & Tollner, she honors the storied history of the legendary dining room once graced by the great Edna Lewis (catch Edna’s niece, Nina Williams-Mbengue, on Radio Cherry Bombe here, and tune into “Finding Edna Lewis” historian Deb Freeman’s episode here). Sohui joined host Kerry Diamond to talk
Aug 6, 2025 · 46 min
Sexy Italian Summer: La DoubleJ Founder J.J. Martin’s Milanese Magic
We’re kicking off our Sexy Italian Summer miniseries with J.J. Martin, the California-born, Milan-based founder, Creative Director, and Chief Spiritual Officer of La DoubleJ, the maximalist fashion and lifestyle brand celebrated for its bold vintage prints, spiritual energy, and Italian craftsmanship. J.J. is also the author of “Mamma Milano: Lessons from the Motherland.” J.J. joins host Kerry Diamond to share her journey from Harper’s Bazaar editor to creative force in Milan, her favorite spot
Aug 4, 2025 · 33 min
Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel Of Birdies In Austin Flipped A Coin To Determine Her Future
If you’re agonizing over a big life decision, Chef Tracy has a simple solution for you. Flip a coin. It sounds crazy, but that’s exactly what she and her husband, Arjav Ezekiel, did when they couldn’t decide where to move. Start their future together in Portland, Oregon, where Arjav was from? Or move to bustling Austin? They tossed a quarter in the air and let fate decide. “Tails, it’s Texas” prevailed. Today, their restaurant, Birdie’s, is one of the most celebrated eateries in the city, the
Jul 30, 2025 · 52 min
Comedian And Author Youngmi Mayer Is Laughing And Crying And Still Loves Restaurants
Hey, listeners! Somewhere in my notes app is a list of people I’d like to interview for the podcast, and today I get to cross off one of those names–Youngmi Mayer. I’ve wanted to talk to Youngmi ever since I read her memoir, “I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying,” which I picked up after seeing her perform a stand-up routine at the Bell House in Brooklyn earlier this year as part of an abortion rights fundraiser hosted by Padma Lakshmi. Youngmi’s set was heavy on audience participation and she someho
Jul 28, 2025 · 29 min
Substack Star Caroline Chambers Live At Jubilee
Hi, listeners! Host Kerry Diamond here. Welcome to the show notes, and thank you for listening. If no one has told you lately, you clearly have great taste in podcasts. Today’s guest is Substack queen, bestselling author & boy mom Caroline Chambers recorded live at Jubilee NYC, Cherry Bombe’s annual conference. (Curious about Jubilee? Join us at the upcoming Jubilee in L.A.) My favorite thing about Caroline? She doesn’t gatekeep. I’ve interviewed her a few times now, and she is always happy to

Radio Cherry Bombe

The Fun-Loving Eden Grinshpan On Top Chef, Tahini & Thanksgiving–Canada Style!

The Korean Vegan Is Back With A K-Beauty Line And A Brand New Cookbook

Amy Ho Of Constellation Inspiration Loves Mooncakes, Chinatown & Vancouver

Bobbi Brown Of Jones Road, Entrepreneur, Star Makeup Artist, And Certified Health Coach?

How Top Chef Pushed Melissa King To Be Her True Self

How ShopMy Is Changing Shopping For Culinary Creatives And Beyond, With President Tiffany Lopinsky

Meeting The Moment With Deb Freeman, Zaynab Issa, Klancy Miller, Natasha Pickowicz & Paola Velez, Live From Jubilee 2025

In For Dinner’s Rosie Kellett On Communal Cooking And Leaning Into The Cringe

Sexy Italian Summer: Giada De Laurentiis On Her Big Birthday, Sheet Pan Lasagna & The Future Of Food TV

Molly Baz, Food World Superstar, On Letting Go And Holding On

“The Roses” With Olivia Colman And Food Stylist Dorothy Barrick

Chef Julia Sullivan Of Henrietta Red & Judith On Her Competitive Spirit & Unexpected Health Journey

Sexy Italian Summer: Picnics, Rosé & La Dolce Vita With Tamu McPherson Of All The Pretty Birds

How Time In Hollywood Led Arden’s Kelsey Glasser To A Career In Wine & Hospitality

Sexy Italian Summer: Chef Angie Rito Of Don Angie And San Sabino Talks Aperitivo & Family Memories

Chef Sohui Kim Of Gage & Tollner Is Never Done Learning

Sexy Italian Summer: La DoubleJ Founder J.J. Martin’s Milanese Magic

Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel Of Birdies In Austin Flipped A Coin To Determine Her Future

Comedian And Author Youngmi Mayer Is Laughing And Crying And Still Loves Restaurants

Substack Star Caroline Chambers Live At Jubilee