Death By Cheese — A Culinary Conspiracy | Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell
Cartoonist Hilary Fitzgerald Campbell joins Matthew Gray on 50 Tastes Of Gray to plot The Perfect Murder: Death By Cheese — A Culinary Conspiracy. From Gruyere as a deadly weapon to finger foods at a wellness retreat, this satirical episode dives into the absurd intersection of culinary delight and criminal intent. Expect dark comedy, Trader […]
The Art of Vegan & Plant-Based Cooking with Chef Adina
In this engaging conversation, Chef Adina Mullen discusses her journey into vegan cooking, the differences between vegan and vegetarian diets, and her approach to creating delicious plant-based dishes. She shares insights on the challenges of vegan cooking, the importance of food presentation, and how social media impacts her culinary career. Adina also talks about her […]
Danielle Blum: Fragments, Finger Paint, and Fifty Flavors of Truth
Danielle Blum doesn’t just write stories—she builds worlds where truth, chaos, and affection collide. In this full episode, she opens up about life in Portugal, the creative breakthroughs behind Fragments of Affection, and the global community that helped shape her portrayal of dissociative identity disorder. We dive into the unexpected anthology born from over 100 […]
Inside the Restaurant Underbelly with Cellar Rat Hannah Selinger
Step inside the restaurant underbelly with “Cellar Rat: My Life in the Restaurant Underbelly” author Hannah Selinger. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Hannah shares food confessions, personal memories, and the emotional toll of working in a male-dominated industry. From spoon collections and guilty pleasures to misogyny in fine dining and the chaos of motherhood, this […]
Dining Out Is a Skill: The New Rules You Were Never Taught
In this conversation with host Matthew Gray, Adam Reiner discusses his new book, ‘The New Rules to Dining Out,’ exploring the evolution of dining etiquette, the complexities of the restaurant economy, and the importance of communication between guests and servers. He emphasizes the role of diners in enhancing their own experiences and the need for […]
Jay Heinrichs: Master of Persuasion | with Promo Bloopers
In this engaging conversation, Jay Heinrichs, a New York Times best selling author and an expert in rhetoric and self-persuasion, shares insights on the art of persuasion, the science of happiness, and the role of rhetoric in relationships. He discusses his new book, Aristotle’s Guide To Self-Persuasion, the journey of self-persuasion, the ethical implications of […]
Devour First, Apologize Never | Infidelity Rules
“Infidelity Rules” is Joelle Babula’s unapologetic guide to desire, danger, and emotional arson. Quinn doesn’t ask permission. She sips the wine, breaks the rules, and devours you like dessert. Host Matthew Gray reveals Joelle with precision—showcasing the mind, personality, and tasting notes of an author who burns the rulebook and never looks back. In this […]
Sweet Endings From The Two Bit Tart
In this episode, Matthew Gray interviews Julie Seyler, The Two Bit Tart, and author of Gluten for Punishment, a baking memoir that turns heartbreak into humor and sweet endings, and just the right amount of spice. Julie shares how her blog Two Bit Tart rose from the ashes of personal turmoil, evolving into a recipe-laced […]
Navigating War and Peace: The Gail McCabe Chronicles
From rock ‘n’ roll stages to war-torn frontlines, Gail McCabe’s journey defies convention. In this captivating episode, Gail opens up about her early days in Hollywood’s music scene, her unexpected pivot into military reporting, and the grit it took to cover combat zones like Iraq and Afghanistan as a solo video journalist. She shares vibrant […]
Food Confessions: What Have You Eaten Today?
What do poets, chefs, authors, adventurers, entrepreneurs and storytellers all have in common? They’ve all got to eat. 🍴 In this playful mashup episode of 50 Tastes of Gray, my guests answer the deceptively simple question: “What have you eaten today?” From guilty pleasures to gourmet bites, their answers reveal as much about their personalities […]