The Making of Book #100
Martha’s career as a lifestyle expert began when she published her first book, Entertaining. This week, she published her 100th – aptly named Martha, The Cookbook. Here, she talks with the team who helped her create this groundbreaking achievement – about what it takes to make a cookbook, whether …
How to Take Care of your Brain with Dr. David Dodick
Dr. David Dodick is a notable neurologist and the Chief Science and Medical Officer of Atria. He joins Martha to discuss the latest research about lifestyle interventions that help reduce cognitive decline, actionable ways to optimize your brain health, and when to be worried. He also shares tips f…
Winning is Everything, Stupid! with James Carville and Matt Tyrnauer
With all eyes on the consequential presidential election already underway, Martha talks this week to the famed political operative, James Carville, and the director of the new documentary about his work, Matt Tyrnauer. The documentary, called "Winning is Everything, Stupid!" chronicles how Carville…
Comfort Food with Yotam Ottolenghi
Yotam Ottolenghi, like many of us, is looking for comfort now more than ever. The influential London-based chef joins Martha today to talk about his newest cookbook: Ottolenghi Comfort. These passionate cooks talk about the simple foods that comfort them and tips about the ingredients they use for …
The magic of extra virgin olive oil for skincare with Furtuna Skin founder Agatha Relota Luczo
Thousands of years ago, Cleopatra used olive oil to keep her skin beautiful. Today, Agatha Relota Luczo has created a “clean” beauty business based on this common kitchen ingredient. The model and entrepreneur uses fruit from the ancient olive trees on her Sicilian farm (the oldest is more than 1,0…
Working 9 to 5 and beyond with Dolly and Rachel Parton
In today’s episode, Martha sits down with two sisters from a multi-talented family, the incomparable Dolly Parton and her sister Rachel Parton, a successful musician, actress, and the co-author of “Good Lookin’ Cookin” with Dolly. Martha, Dolly and Rachel share a mutual admiration, a love for cooki…
Hormones and Women’s Health with Gynecologic Expert Dr. Elizabeth Poynor
Hormones and their role in women’s health have long been understudied, misunderstood, and controversial. Following a new interpretation of the landmark Women’s Health Initiative study, the subject is under discussion more than ever. Dr. Elizabeth Poynor is here to share her expertise. An Ivy League…
The softer side of House of Cards’ actor Michael Kelly
Michael Kelly has played scores of CIA agents, political operatives, and military personnel during his prolific acting career. From roles like Doug Stamper in House of Cards to Byron Westfield in Lioness, the actor has perfected a steely gaze and great monologues. But even though Michael says “you’…
"I've Tried Being Nice" with author Ann Leary
This week, Martha talks to best-selling author Ann Leary about letting go of the need to be “nice,” a subject Ann explores in the title essay of her new book, “I’ve Tried Being Nice.” Following a passive-aggressive neighborhood squabble, this wry, witty author made the abrupt decision to stop being…
WUF (with u forever) co-founders Clint Misamore and Joe Petrillo
For Clint Misamore and Joe Petrillo, marketing is the intersection of storytelling, hospitality and impact. They co-founded WUF, a platform for uniting pet lovers worldwide. They also have a long history of creating marketing campaigns for Martha. On today’s episode, they talk about creating viral …