Tip of the Tongue

Liz Williams
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Tip of the Tongue

Liz's explorations into food and drink and culture, who she is talking to, what she is cooking and eating, recipes, and her podcast guests. tipofthetongue.substack.com

  1. Tip of the Tongue Episode 282: The United Cajun Navy

    2D AGO

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 282: The United Cajun Navy

    Imagine being part of the United Cajun Navy and helping people during a disaster! They help people during floods, fires, and freezing storms to recover from natural destruction and devastation. In addition the organization, made up of volunteers, has embraced solving the problem of food insecurity. We talk with Brian Trasher, spokesperson and vice-president of the United Cajun Navy. Listen. It’s on TIp of the Tongue. Go on the website if you are interested in volunteering or donating. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    34 min
  2. Tip of the Tongue Episode 281: The Tequila Wars

    JUL 9

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 281: The Tequila Wars

    Do you like tequila? Ted Genoways has written an exciting, cinematic account of the Cuervo family and the development of the tequila industry. With research deep into records in longhand in Spanish, French, and English, Genoways pieced together the fascinating and exciting story that parallels the development of modern Mexico as well as the modern tequila industry. He tells us all about it. Listen. It’s on Tip of the Tongue. I recommend that you drink your favorite tequila cocktail while you listen to the podcast. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    35 min

  3. JUN 30

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 280: An Interview about Wellness with Erin Clifford

    We would all benefit from living well and eating well, with a goal of holistic living. But how does anyone accomplish such a goal? We talk to Erin Clifford about her new book that not only explains the goals, but that functions as a workbook for getting there. Read more about Erin. and her new book. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    35 min

  4. JUN 24

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 279: Meathead Tells Us More

    Who knew that there was more for Meathead to teach us about grilling and barbecue? His new book, The Meathead Method, is full of new information, great recipes, and terrific photos. It gives us great tips, clear instructions, warnings of pitfalls, and lots of ideas and explanations. It teaches in a way that makes you want more. Listen. It’s on Tip of the Tongue. You can learn more about Meathead and his website, full of recipes and other information for perfecting your own techniques. And read about Meathead on Wikipedia. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    40 min

  5. JUN 17

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 278: Hardcore Vegetarian

    New to vegetarianism? Just flirting with it? This book is perfect for you. It is full of delicious food and great ideas. It isn’t about eating a certain way, flavor be damned. It is all about eating delicious and interesting food. We talk to Laura Lee Flanagan about her new book, Hardcore Vegetarian: Welcome to the Vegedome! She is a lawyer and has a PhD in literature. She is so many things, and she brings all of her talents and her versatility to the food in her book. The photography in this book is quite luscious. And the recipes are a far cry from the ordinary. You will enjoy cooking from this book. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    27 min
  6. Tip of the Tongue Episode 277: Non-Fiction Coffee

    JUN 10

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 277: Non-Fiction Coffee

    We are all aware of fair trade coffee. But Non-Fiction Coffee Coffee Company has taken this idea beyond the basics of fair trade. The company wants to have real relationships with the growers and producers. You can learn their stories as you sip your coffee and be a part of appreciating the effort that goes into growing those beans each year. We speak with Jeff Daniels. He is the Director of Sales and Business Development for Non-Fiction Coffee in Birmingham, Alabama. The beans are available in Birmingham and online. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    23 min

  7. JUN 3

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 276: What Is Queer Food?

    Award-winning writer, John Birdsall, the author of cookbooks and the biography of James Beard, The Man Who Ate Too Much, has written a new book. What Is Queer Food? How We Served a Revolution. We talk about that very question, about the book and what Birdsall was trying to achieve, and much more. It certainly made me think about food as a way to communicate with the world in the 20th century. Listen. It’s on Tip of the Tongue. Read more about the concept of queer food. And more about John Birdsall. John publishes a newsletter, Shifting the Food Narrative on Substack, and is on Instagram @john_birdsall. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    32 min

  8. MAY 26

    Tip of the Tongue Episode 275: Beth Le Manach Entertaining 101

    Beth Le Manach, beloved blogger and YouTuber, publishes under the name Entertaining with Beth. Her new book, Entertaining 101: Recipes Every Host Should Know How to Make, is a delightful roadmap of entertaining without hiccoughs whether you are a beginner or a seasoned entertainer. Listen as we chat about writing recipes, entertaining, the differences between the US and France, and lots of other things. If you are already a fan of Beth’s this book is a must-have. If you are unfamiliar with her, you will enjoy the book for what it is, a great beginning entertainment book, and you will be introduced to the charming Beth LeManach. Get full access to Tip of the Tongue at tipofthetongue.substack.com/subscribe

    33 min
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About

Liz's explorations into food and drink and culture, who she is talking to, what she is cooking and eating, recipes, and her podcast guests. tipofthetongue.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Liz Williams
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    291
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Elizabeth Williams
  • Show Website
    Tip of the Tongue

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