Stephanie Knows Some S#!T

A weekly conversation between Top Chef All-Star Stephanie Cmar and her cohost Joel Murphy where they discuss everything from grocery stores to catering parties to making dinner reservations. It's all the questions you want answered that you don't want to ask.

Melissa King 05/03/2023

Melissa King After competing against each other on Top Chef: All-Stars, Stephanie certainly knows Melissa King! Melissa King talks to Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy about her travel show Tasting Wild, her experience cooking with Cookie Monster and Elmo on Sesame Street and why she has no desire to compete on another season of Top Chef. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26728461

Simply Irresistible 04/26/2023

Simply Irresistible Stephanie knows the 1999 Sarah Michelle Gellar rom-com Simply Irresistible! , Stephanie joined Joel Murphy and Andy McIntyre on their podcast Silver Linings Playback to discuss the ridiculous film and find its silver linings. This week, as Stephanie is off celebrating her birthday, we share that episode with you. If you enjoy it, you can find more episodes of SLP on . You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos Silver Linings Playback Theme Song: “Bankin’” by Bronson Scott is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26657481

A Second Helping of Breakfast 04/19/2023

A Second Helping of Breakfast Stephanie knows some more $#!T about breakfast! One episode just wasn't enough to share all of their thoughts on breakfast, so Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy continue their discussion on the most important meal of the day. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26586024

Charbel Hayek 03/29/2023

Charbel Hayek Stephanie knows Charbel Hayek! Lebanese chef Charbel Hayek won won the fifth season of Top Chef Middle East and North Africa and is currently competing on Top Chef: World All-Stars. He wanted to be a chef from a young age and traveled from Lebanon to France to Los Angeles to learn his craft. He talks to Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy about Top Chef, his forthcoming cookbook and why Dubai is an underrated food city. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26373405

Breakfast 03/22/2023

Breakfast Stephanie knows some $#!T about breakfast! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy discuss the most important meal of the day. They talk about the Catholic church's aversion to breakfast, the perfect omelette and Stephanie's days as a short-order cook. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26301978

Tom Goetter 03/15/2023

Tom Goetter Stephanie knows Tom Goetter! Tom Goetter was a finalist on season one of Top Chef Germany and is one of the 16 competitors on Top Chef: World All-Stars. Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy talk to him about his job as an executive chef and director of food and beverage on luxury cruise ships, his competitive nature and his struggles with a dull blender. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26233632

Top Chef Q&A 03/08/2023

Top Chef Q&A Stephanie knows some $#!T about Top Chef! In honor of Top Chef: World All-Stars, the 20th season of the hit reality cooking competition, Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy answer listener-submitted questions about the show. And Stephanie talks for the first time about her behind-the-scenes role as a culinary producer. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26161005

Dinner and the Movies 03/01/2023

Dinner and the Movies Stephanie knows some $#!T about the Oscars (about 60% of the $#!T)! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy are joined by Joel's cohost Andy McIntyre to discuss the Oscars. They start by discussing the meal Wolfgang Puck and Elliot Grover will be serving A-listers at the Governor's Ball. Then they talk about the Oscar nominees and gives their thoughts on the Best Picture race. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos This week's episode is sponsored by California Prunes. To learn more and snag some great recipes, head over to . is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26088756

Bianca Dusic 02/22/2023

Bianca Dusic Stephanie knows Bianca Dusic! From the ballet to the hospitality industry to the founding of her company , Bianca has been on a health and wellness journey. She talks to Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy about how training as a ballerina shaped her body image, how she ended up tying her self worth to her work and how she ultimately changed her perspective on life and her relationship with food. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos This week's episode is sponsored by California Prunes. To learn more and snag some great recipes, head over to . is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/26006448

Gluten-Free Baking 02/15/2023

Gluten-Free Baking founder Anne Aretz knows some $#!T about gluten-free baking! After being diagnoses with Crohn's disease, Anne decided to rethinking baking in order to make gluten-free treats that tasted as good as their gluten-rich counterparts. She joins Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy to share her baking secrets. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos This week's episode is sponsored by California Prunes. To learn more and snag some great recipes, head over to . is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25935714

Jennifer Carroll 02/08/2023

Jennifer Carroll Stephanie knows Jennifer Carroll! Top Chef alum Jen Carroll filled in for Stephanie Cmar on our , but now she returns as a guest to talk to Stephanie and Joel Murphy about her interactive dining experiences, her charity work and the energy in Philly leading up to the Super Bowl. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos This week's episode is sponsored by California Prunes. To learn more and snag some great recipes, head over to . is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25864425

Super Bowl Snacks 02/01/2023

Super Bowl Snacks Stephanie doesn't know $#!T about the Super Bowl! But she does know about Super Bowl snacks! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy break down the best game day snacks. They talk chicken wings, snack trays and Stephanie's nacho novella. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos This week's episode is sponsored by California Prunes. To learn more and snag some great recipes, head over to . is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25793211

Bryan Voltaggio 01/25/2023

Bryan Voltaggio Stephanie knows Bryan Voltaggio! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy are joined by Stephanie's fellow Top Chef All-Star finalist Bryan Voltaggio. He talks about working with his brother Michael, making the perfect smashburger and getting his pilot's license. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos This week's episode is sponsored by California Prunes. To learn more and snag some great recipes, head over to . is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25719768

Intentions 01/11/2023

Intentions Stephanie knows some $#!T about setting intentions! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy talk about the difference between setting goals and intentions and share their thoughts on preparing for the year ahead. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25573500

Food Trends 12/21/2022

Food Trends Stephanie knows some $#!T about food trends! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy discuss food trends of 2022, including potato milk, tinned fish and Detroit pizza. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25391730

Christmas Cookies 12/07/2022

Christmas Cookies Stephanie knows some $#!T about Christmas shopping! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy share their cookie tips and tricks. And Joel updates Stephanie on their listener poll to see if she's alone in her apathy toward pizza. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25247022

Cooking as Therapy 11/30/2022

Cooking as Therapy Stephanie knows some $#!T about Christmas shopping! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy know how stressful this time of year can be, so this week they are sharing ways that cooking can be a soothing and theraputic outlet. They also have advice on what to do with your holiday leftovers and they dive deeper into Stephanie's controversial anti-pizza stance. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25172289

Christmas Shopping 11/23/2022

Christmas Shopping Stephanie knows some shit about Christmas shopping! As we head toward Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the Christmas shopping season, Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy are here to help you shop for the chefs in your life. Stephanie has polled her chef friends and compiled a Christmas Wishlist, which they discuss in detail on the show. You can find Stephanie's entire Christmast Wishlist with links to each product . You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25107978

Thanksgiving 11/16/2022

Thanksgiving Stephanie knows some shit about Thanksgiving! Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy discuss their favorite side dishes, the importance of brining your turkey and why it's best to stick to the classics instead of trying to put a new spin on your dinner. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/25031271

Hollywood 10/19/2022

Hollywood Karie Bible knows some shit about Hollywood! Karie is the official and the host of . She talks to Joel Murphy about her passion for Hollywood history and her attempts to recreate classic Hollywood celebrity meals. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24731391

Pizza 10/12/2022

Pizza Top Chef All-Star Jennifer Carroll knows some shit about pizza! Jen fills in for Stephanie Cmar this week. She talks to Joel Murphy about how to cook pizza in a home oven, how to make your own dough, sauce and cheese and whether or not you should put pineapple on your pizzas. The episode also includes a shoutout to pizza great Chris Bianco and a cameo by Jen's fiancé Billy Riddle. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24661386

Top Chef All-Stars 10/05/2022

Top Chef All-Stars Joel knows some shit about Stephanie's run on Top Chef All-Stars! In 2020, Joel Murphy reached out to Stephanie Cmar to talk to her about season 17 of Top Chef; which was currently airing at the time. It was that first interview that eventually lead to this podcast. So while we wait for Stephanie to return from England, we are sharing that interview here. (You can hear the original version - and many other interviews - at .) Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos Interstitial Music: “Vishnu Meets Funk” by Lucas Perný & Miloslav Kollar is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24589512

Nini Nguyen, Part II 09/28/2022

Nini Nguyen, Part II Stephanie Cmar knows from their time as roomates on Top Chef All Stars! In part two, Nini talks about cooking British food for Downton Abbey, dating when people recognize you from television and her dreams of being the Vietnamese Julia Child. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24511335

Nini Nguyen, Part I 09/21/2022

Nini Nguyen, Part I Stephanie Cmar knows from their time as roomates on Top Chef All Stars! Nini stops by the podcast to talk to Stephanie and Joel Murphy about Nini's mother's crush on Sweet David, Nini's decision to move to New Orleans during the pandemic and the Vietnamese cookbook she is currently working on. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24441369

Gardening 09/14/2022

Gardening "Sweet" David Cavilla knows some shit about gardening! He talks to Joel Murphy about all that he has learned, including how he dealt with the humans and local wildlife eating his produce, how he obtained as many free supplies as possible and how he learned to balance his garden. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24368988

London 09/07/2022

London Stephanie Cmar knows some shit about London! She talks to Joel Murphy about her adventures in England, which include getting lost on the Tube, getting tattooed by strangers and finally exploring the Books for Cooks bookstore. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24295335

Salt 08/31/2022

Salt Lauren Mendoza of knows some shit about salt! She explains to Stephanie Cmar and Joel Murphy how a desire to procure her own sea salt for homemade salted caramel ice cream led to a full-fledged business. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24222177

Bill Oakley 08/24/2022

Bill Oakley Bill Oakley knows some shit about steamed hams! From The Simpsons to Mission Hill to , has had an amazing career as a comedy writer. But more recently, he has launched a second career as a fast food reviewer and expert. Oakley talks to Joel Murphy about , the lunches in The Simpsons writers room and his dreams of being the next Phil Rosenthal. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24150159

Food and Music 08/17/2022

Food and Music Chris of knows some shit about food and music. Chris talks to Joel Murphy about his self-taught culinary and musical skills, his love of the Smashing Pumpkins and the parallels he sees in these two distinct creative endeavors. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos Additional Music: "Acoustic Meditation" by Jason Shaw is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24080067

Traveling 08/10/2022

Traveling Stephanie knows some shit about traveling. (Her mother was a flight attendant, after all.) Stephanie Cmar is out of the country right now, but she's checking in with her cohost Joel Murphy to share what she's learned from her travels. You can support the show and your local bookstores by purchasing any book mentioned on the show through . Theme Song: "Exotica" by Juanitos Additional Music: "Acoustic Meditation" by Jason Shaw Stephanie Knows Some Shit is part of the Peak Sloth Podcast Network. Hear more shows at . /episode/index/show/2eddf3fd-390e-46ca-b782-e5b412b28a13/id/24011967

Stephanie Knows Some S#!T

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