Counterjam

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Korean Breakfast with Michelle Zauner Jul 26, 2021

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Michelle Zauner (Japanese Breakfast, author of 'Crying in H-Mart') rags on Peter's instant ramyun preferences, they discuss a few tracks off 'Jubilee,' and debate dream ssam combos.

Referenced in this episode:

Crying in H-Mart
"Savage Good Boy" and "Be Sweet" from Michelle's newest album, Jubilee

Counterjam will be back for season 3 in the fall, but you can keep the party going by tuning into Peter's Counterjam playlists on Spotify.

Injera Etiquette with Marcus Samuelsson & Serkaddis Alemu Jul 19, 2021

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Host Peter J. Kim looks at Ethiopian culture with chefs Marcus Samuelsson and Serkaddis Alemu, and spins a few tracks by Kibrom Birhane.

Here's Marcus's wife's sister's recipe for Kitfo on Food52—one he's, as you'll learn in the episode, not allowed to prepare himself. Thanks for tuning into season 2; we'll be back with season 3 in a bit! In the meantime, queue up the Counterjam playlists on Spotify for more from Kibrom Birhane, among other wonderful Ethiopian artists.

Couscous & Bisous with Dominique Ansel, Stéphanie Jacquemont & Mory Sacko Jul 05, 2021

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Host Peter J. Kim digs into French culture with three phenomenal guests: pastry genius Dominique Ansel, Top Chef France star Mory Sacko, and one of the most distinguished individuals in Peter's life, Stéphanie Jacquemont (aka his wife).

Check out the accompanying Counterjam playlist on Spotify for more from Lindigo, and other wonderful French artists.

Challah Days with Eitan Bernath, Ilana Glazer & Einat Admony Jun 21, 2021

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This episode, Peter speaks with 19-year-old food whiz and social media sensation Eitan Bernath; actress, comedienne, and Broad City creator Ilana Glazer; and renowned chef and author Einat Admony on Jewish holiday foods: there's the seder plate, matzah and maror, and of course, grandma's chicken matzo ball soup. All music is by Gitkin.

As always, keep the party going by checking out this episode's accompanying playlist on Spotify, or chef Einat's recipe for pre-Shabbat-friendly aruk, or light Iraqi potato & herb patties, here.

Salsa Rica with Felipe Esparza & Enrique Olvera Jun 07, 2021

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We are kicking off the new season by looking at one of the most diverse cultures out there: Mexican culture.

You'll hear about the anatomy of a perfect taco, what it was like when Grupo Enrique Olvera chef-owner Enrique Olvera first encountered "Mexican" food in the U.S., and comedian Felipe Esparza's love of fideo and mafiosos. Music is by the incredible electronica-norteño ensemble Nortec Collective.

Keep the party going by checking out the Counterjam playlists on Spotify, while you try chef Enrique's recipe for Frijoles Puercos.

An Announcement May 15, 2021

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In the meanwhile, catch up on Season 1, or check out the show's accompanying Spotify playlists which feature all the hidden-gem tracks from legendary and need-t0-know artists that we couldn't squeeze into the show.

Foo-foo for Fufu with Ego Nwodim, Femi Kuti & Made Kuti Mar 08, 2021

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Self-proclaimed fufu-head Peter J. Kim sits down with comedian Ego Nwodim and Afrobeat pioneers Femi and Made Kuti to discuss ultimate jollof, Nigerian religi-pop, and the beloved ball of cooked starch that goes by many names.

That's a wrap on season 1 of Counterjam. We'll be back in May with season 2. In the meantime—follow Counterjam on Spotify for bonus playlists, and subscribe to the show so you don't miss a thing.

Breaking the Bento Box with Yumi Nagashima, G Yamazawa & Dan the Automator Mar 01, 2021

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Relationships with teriyaki, sushi stereotypes, and the immigrant hustle—host Peter J. Kim looks at Japanese-American cultural identity with comedian Yumi Nagashima, rapper G Yamazawa, and producer Dan the Automator.

Check out Counterjam on Spotify for bonus playlists featuring tracks from Yumi, G, Dan and so many other wonderful Japanese-American artists!

Flavors of NYC with Jarobi White & Kelis Feb 22, 2021

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This episode is all about the city that never sleeps and always eats. Host Peter J. Kim looks at the undefinable cuisine of New York City, with the help of A Tribe Called Quest founding member Jarobi White and multiplatinum artist, chef, and fashion icon Kelis.

Referenced in this episode:

Are you, too, a sauce person? Check out Kelis's Skillshare on the stuff.
Peter is still going with his Tribe. Check out Counterjam on Spotify for bonus playlists like this one featuring evitaN, Nickodemus, and so many other wonderful artists from NYC!

Getting Jjigae with Roy Choi, Margaret Cho & Peter's Mom Feb 15, 2021

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Host Peter J. Kim looks at Korean-American food culture—with chef Roy Choi, comedian Margaret Cho, and his mom (!)—in all its stinky, fermented, fishy beauty.

Referenced in this episode:

Peter's Instant Ramyun “Carbonara”
Follow Counterjam on Spotify for more tracks from CLARA, DANakaDAN, Omega60, and so many other wonderful Korean-American artists that we couldn't squeeze into this episode.

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