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We love catching up with Nicole Rucker. She’s a Los Angeles–based chef and owner of the wildly creative pie shops Fat + Flour. She’s also the author of a new cookbook, which covers some of the iconic pies at the shop and so much more. In this episode, we catch up about her favorite Los Angeles restaurants, have a blast debating fruit fillings, and cover all the big decisions a home baker needs to make. Also in the episode, we have a terrific conversation with Shaily Lipa. She’s the author of a really cool new cookbook, Yassou: The Simple, Seasonal Mediterranean Cooking of Greece. We talk about all the foods she ate traveling through Greece while growing up and so much more. Do you enjoy This Is TASTE? Drop us a review on Apple, or star us on Spotify. We’d love to hear from you.  See more:This Is TASTE 40: Nicole Rucker [TASTE]The Founder of Fat + Flour Busts the Biggest Baking Myth [LA Times]

Writer-director Constance Tsang on the transformative process of making her Cannes hit Blue Sun Palace, which is in theaters now.

Jack Nugent was moved to tears by the 1996 doc Microcosmos.

Micah Frank and Chet Doxas of Larum talk their exploration of the medieval composer’s work.

The meme can be funny, biting, poignant, and oftentimes ubiquitous. Eli Sussman, a talented chef and cookbook author, has mastered the art of the culinary meme with his IG account, @TheSussmans. Eli is a proud Michigander, and on this special episode, we talk about the state’s bounty and how Michigan’s sustainably farmed, artisanal spirits brand Thatcher's Organic Artisan Spirits is channeling the state’s produce in its line of liqueurs. We discuss how Eli mixes and cooks with Thatcher’s, and we go over some of his favorite Michigan restaurants. Also on the show is a fun conversation with Matt DeLong. Matt leads Thatcher’s commitment to organic ingredients and sustainable practices as well as its unique portfolio of flavors. We talk about the process of flavor development—and how hibiscus is actually quite versatile in the kitchen. This episode was supported by Thatcher’s Organic Artisan Spirits. 

Anna Maguire and Kyle Greenberg on their new short film, Hi! You Are Currently Being Recorded, nothing, everything, the internet, etc.

Weed shops, singing chops, Philly spots and more.

The Landlady frontman talks the sonic battle between the stage and the bar.

Actor turned writer-director Emma Claire Crockett shares some rookie mistakes (and potential hexes) from her debut short film.

Gus Lobban interviews the Tokyo-by-way-of-Lille band about “future rock,” evolving their sound, and Grand Voyage.