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Buttercream & Beyond: What's Next For Cake Artist Aimee France Dec 01, 2025

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Today’s guest is Aimee France, the self-taught cake artist also known as yungkombucha420. Aimee is one of the most original cake artists and content creators working today. She’s also one of the cover stars of our brand-new holiday issue of Cherry Bombe Magazine, The Cake Issue, which is especially fitting given how much she’s influenced the cake world over the past few years.

A native of New Hampshire and now based in Brooklyn, Aimee built an unexpected career out of flavor exploration, visual whimsy, and sheer work ethic—but as you’ll hear, that path hasn’t been without its challenges. Today, we talk about everything from her famously unique breakfasts and current nut-butter obsession to the injuries that forced her to step back from cake production and rethink her future. Aimee opens up about burnout, entrepreneurship, her changing relationship with baking, and the quarter-life reassessment (we won’t call it a crisis), that she’s navigating right now. We also get into her influences—Tim Burton, claymation films, old-school rap—and the fashion, art, and everyday city moments that fuel her creativity.

If you love Aimee’s work, or if you’re in need of a little honesty and reinvention energy, this is the episode for you.

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More on Aimee: Instagram, Cherry Bombe’s Cake Issue with Aimee on the cover
More on Kerry: Instagram

Thanksgiving Special: Tommi Vincent And The Table Of Life Nov 26, 2025

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Happy Thanksgiving! Today, we’re bringing you a heartfelt and grounding conversation with Tommi Vincent, the author of the brand-new book “The Table of Life: Nourishing the Soul with Food, Love, and Faith.” Tommi is known for her wisdom, warmth, and generosity, and her new book blends memoir, life lessons, and recipes into one powerful package.

Tommi joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the power of gathering, the healing that can happen around a table, and her journey from a young girl facing enormous challenges to the phenomenal woman she is today. Tommi also shares some practical Thanksgiving advice—because when you’re part of a professional football family and feeding more than 20 hungry guests, you learn a trick or two. Whether you need perspective, comfort, or a moment of kindness before the holiday, Tommi delivers it in abundance.

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More on Tommi: Instagram, "The Table of Life" book
More on Kerry: Instagram

Thanksgiving & A Few Laughs With Chef Vivian Howard Of Kitchen Curious Nov 24, 2025

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We’re thrilled to welcome chef, author, TV host, and proud PBS champion Vivian Howard back to Radio Cherry Bombe. Vivian has long been one of the most thoughtful, curious voices in food, so it’s no surprise that her latest PBS series is called “Kitchen Curious.” Vivian joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the show and, of course, Thanksgiving, from turkey to sides to the pecan pie recipe on the bottle of Karo Corn Syrup.

They also chat about her restaurants, including Chef & the Farmer in Kinston, North Carolina; her Charleston spot Lenoir; and Theodosia on the Outer Banks (yes, named for that Theodosia, Hamilton fans!).

Thank you to JW Marriott for supporting our show.

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More on Vivian: Instagram, "Kitchen Curious"
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Our Thanksgiving Episode: Melissa Clark Of NYT Cooking Is Here To Talk Turkey Nov 17, 2025

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Just in time for Thanksgiving, we’re bringing you a special episode with Melissa Clark, the beloved New York Times food writer and trusted voice behind some of the most popular recipes on NYT Cooking. She has also authored or co-authored 48 cookbooks, so it’s clear Melissa knows her stuff (and her stuffing).

She joins host Kerry Diamond to talk Turkey 101—everything from brining to basting, roasting, resting, carving, and serving. And, of course, Melissa shares her favorite hacks for pulling off a stress-free holiday meal and weighs in on her top sides. She also takes us behind the scenes of NYT Cooking’s Thanksgiving package, which the team began working on this summer.

Click here for Melissa’s Classic Thanksgiving Turkey recipe on NYT Cooking and her Turkey 101 video on YouTube.

This episode was recorded at Newsstand Studios at Rockefeller Center and presented by JW Marriott.

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More on Melissa: Instagram, website, NYT Cooking recipes
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Joanna Calo & Courtney Storer Of The Bear, Live From Jubilee L.A. Nov 10, 2025

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It’s a special episode of Radio Cherry Bombe recorded live at our very first Jubilee L.A. conference this past September! Host Kerry Diamond sits down with two of the powerhouse women behind the hit series “The Bear:” Executive Producer Joanna Calo and Co-Executive Producer and Culinary Producer Courtney Storer. Joanna has worked on “Hacks,” “BoJack Horseman,” and the Marvel film “Thunderbolts,” while Courtney—who started her career in HR at Whole Foods before cooking at beloved L.A. spots like Animal and Jon & Vinny’s—brings real-world kitchen experience to the show. Together, they’ve helped create one of the most talked-about series on television, capturing the chaos, camaraderie, and heart of restaurant life like never before.

The conversation is introduced by Kiano Moju, chef, recipe developer, and author of “AfriCali,” and Sarah Simms of Lady & Larder, the specialty shop she founded with her late sister, Boo Simms.

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More on Joanna: Instagram, “The Bear”
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It’s Our Superstar Episode With Julia Roberts, Ayo Edebiri, And Padma Lakshmi Nov 03, 2025

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It’s a special two-part episode of Radio Cherry Bombe! First up, host Kerry Diamond talks to Julia Roberts of “Pretty Woman” and “Erin Brockovich” fame and Ayo Edebiri of “The Bear,” who were in London for the press tour of their new film, “After the Hunt,” directed by Luca Guadagnino of “Challengers,” “Call Me By Your Name,” and “I Am Love.” They discuss mentorship, favorite birthday cakes (Ayo and Julia recently celebrated theirs), and what drew them to the film and its complicated themes.

In the second half of the show, Padma Lakshmi joins Kerry to talk about her newest cookbook, “Padma’s All American: Tales, Travels, and Recipes from Taste the Nation and Beyond,” which drops tomorrow. She opens up about the stories, travels, and food that inspired the book, from her favorite family dishes to unexpected culinary discoveries across America. Padma also shares behind-the-scenes insights into her budding comedy career, some of her favorite recipes from “Taste the Nation,” and advice on how to make a difference today.

“After the Hunt” trailer

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Tickets for “Padma’s All American” comedy show tonight, Monday 11/3, here

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More on Julia: Instagram, “After the Hunt”
More on Ayo: Instagram, “The Bear”
More on Padma: Instagram, website, “Padma’s All American” cookbook
More on Kerry: Instagram

How To Trust Your Gut, With Jewelry Designer & Cookbook Author Jennifer Fisher Oct 27, 2025

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Jennifer Fisher is back on the pod! You might know Jennifer as the designer behind her namesake jewelry line beloved by everyone from Selena Gomez to Michelle Obama. But there’s another side to Jennifer: she’s a big foodie and wellness enthusiast, and she’s here to talk about her brand-new cookbook, “Trust Your Gut: Anti-Inflammatory Recipes for Feeling Unstoppable.”

Jennifer joins host Kerry Diamond to chat about her food journey—how she went from feeling exhausted and foggy to energized and unstoppable—and why she wants to help others feel their best, too. They talk about reading labels, Jennifer’s love of packing her own lunch, and the recipes she’ll be making for the holidays (including Thanksgiving for 30-plus guests!). Jennifer also opens up about her family, the lessons she learned from her parents, and why she will never be a “Real Housewife.”

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More on Jennifer: Instagram, Maedyn
More on Kerry: Instagram

Globetrotting Chef Siobhan Detkavich Wants To Know If You’re A Traveler Or A Tourist Oct 22, 2025

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Siobhan Detkavich made history as the youngest contestant and the first Indigenous woman to compete on “Top Chef Canada,” where she wowed audiences with her honesty and heartfelt food.

Today, Siobhan continues to work as a chef, but she is also part of the travel industry as a Travel Expert for Flight Centre, which has helped her fulfill a lifelong dream to see the world. The globetrotter joins host Kerry Diamond to talk about the importance of mentorship in her life, the pressure of representation, and her dream Canadian itinerary, and more.

Today is the last episode of our miniseries in partnership with Destination Canada. Don’t miss our previous shows with “Top Chef Canada” judge and cookbook author Eden Grinshpan, Instagram baking star Amy Ho, and superstar sisters Janet & Jennifer Zuccarini (of Gusto 54 restaurant group and Fleur du Mal fashion brand, respectively).

Thank you to Destination Canada for supporting our show. Learn more at travel.destinationcanada.com

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More on Siobhan: Instagram
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All The Cool Girls Get Fired, With Kristina O’Neill & Laura Brown Oct 20, 2025

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If you’ve ever been fired or think it could happen to you one day, don’t miss today’s Radio Cherry Bombe. Authors and longtime friends Laura Brown and Kristina O’Neill join host Kerry Diamond to talk about their new book, “All the Cool Girls Get Fired: How to Let Go of Being Let Go and Come Back on Top.”

Laura and Kristina were two of the most respected and celebrated editors-in-chief in the media world (Laura at InStyle and Kristina at WSJ, The Wall Street Journal Magazine) when they were let go from their high-profile jobs. Rather than slink away, they decided to join forces and write the ultimate manual for holding your head high and navigating the process.

These two cool girls talk with Kerry about the details of their firings, advice from their book, what it was like interviewing Oprah about her firing, what they’re up to now, and some of their favorite places to eat in NYC.

Today’s episode is presented by Square, and don’t miss our Bombesquad shoutout for Boss Molly Bourbon. Learn more at square.com/big

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More on Laura: Instagram, All The Cool Girls Get Fired Instagram
More on Kristina: Instagram, “All The Cool Girls Get Fired” book
More on Kerry: Instagram

From Toronto To The Top: Janet And Jennifer Zuccarini On Sisterhood And Success Oct 15, 2025

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Today’s guests are Janet and Jennifer Zuccarini, the dynamic, Toronto-born sisters who have each built inspiring, creative companies. Janet is the founder and CEO of Gusto 54 Restaurant Group, which includes celebrated spots like Felix in Los Angeles and Trattoria Nervosa in Toronto, and is a judge on “Top Chef Canada.” (Check out all of Janet’s restaurants here.) Jennifer is the founder and CEO of the lingerie and lifestyle brand Fleur du Mal, which has been worn by the likes of Dua Lipa, Doechii, and Tate McRae.

Janet and Jennifer join host Kerry Diamond to talk about growing up as the daughters of immigrants, the entrepreneurial spirit they inherited from their father, and the lessons they’ve learned from charting their own paths in food and fashion. They also share how their Canadian upbringing continues to influence their work and their bond.

Today is the third episode in our miniseries in partnership with Destination Canada, where we shine a spotlight on some of our favorite Canadian chefs, creators, and culinary stars. Don’t miss our past episodes with Eden Grinshpan and Amy Ho.

Thank you to Destination Canada for supporting our show. Learn more at travel.destinationcanada.com

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More on Janet: Instagram, Gusto 54 Restaurant Group

More on Jennifer: Instagram, Fleur du Mal
More on Kerry: Instagram