The Leonard Lopate Show
The Power of Smell
Tuesday, March 08, 2005
Ruth Reichl, editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine, joins us along with special guests Chef Daniel Boulud and Dr. Marcia Pelchat from the Monell Chemical Senses Center in Philadelphia, for a special on-air “smell” test or jelly beans, coffee, and cheese. They’ll be exploring the relationship between smell and taste, in order to find out what the nose can tell us about the flavors of food. Then, food writer Ed Levine extols the virtues and variety of pizza in America—from New York, to Chicago, to Arizona. Next, Jonathan Wilson focuses on the theme of men in trouble with his short story collection, An Ambulance is On the Way. Finally, we continue our celebration of Leonard's 20th Anniversary at WNYC. Each day this week, Leonard interviews one of his favorite guests. Today, Sarah Jessica Parker reflects on her accomplishments so far, and looks ahead to her plans for the future.
A Nose Knows
Ruth Reichl, the editor-in-chief of Gourmet magazine, chef Daniel Boulud, and Dr. Marcia Pelchat from the Monell Chemical Senses Center, join Leonard for an on-air “smell test" of jelly beans, coffee, and stinky cheese.
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Music:
Swingtime!, The Canadian Brass: "Blue Rondo a la Turk" / "I Found Love"
Pie Heaven
Food writer Ed Levine has compiled what he believes is the ultimate pizza guide--Pizza: A Slice of Heaven.
Some of Ed Levine's recommendations:
Totonno's
462 Second Avenue
New York, NY
Una Pizza Napoletana
349 E. 12th Street
New York, NY
Nick's
1814 Second Avenue (at 94th St.)
New York, NY
DiFara
1424 Avenue J
Brooklyn, NY
Sally's Apizza
237 Wooster St.
New Haven, CT
Pizzeria Bianco
623 E. Adams St.
Phoenix, AZ
Music:
Shaking the Blues Away, Rob Fisher and the Coffee Club Orchestra: "Doo Wacka Doo"
Soundtrack to Benny & Joon, music by Rachel Portman: "Benny & Joon"
Difficult Situations
Jonathan Wilson delves into the lives of middle-aged American men in tough spots—in trouble with the women and children in their lives, and struggling with their own doubts and beliefs--in his new short story collection: An Ambulance is On the Way.
Events:
Jonathan Wilson gives a reading
Tuesday, March 8 at 7PM
Brnes & Noble
66th and Broadway
Music:
The Best of Thelonious Monk: "Misterioso"
Sarah in the City
Sarah Jessica Parker updates us on her life and career, and explains why she’s a fan of the show, as part of Leonard’s 20th Anniversary celebration.
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