Andrew Rea Launches “In the Booth with Babish” Podcast with Eater and Vox Media
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Andrew Rea, known as “Babish,” is launching a new podcast series titled “In the Booth with Babish” in collaboration with Eater and the Vox Media Podcast Network. The show premieres on Tuesday, May 26, with new episodes releasing every other week across platforms. Each interview is structured as a menu, offering a unique format for conversations with chefs and celebrities. The premiere episode features Rea in conversation with Peabody Award-winning chef Alton Brown. Rea is a chef, filmmaker, and YouTube personality with a global audience of over 10 million across multiple channels. He is also a New York Times bestselling cookbook author and has won several awards, including a Streamy Award, Webby Award, Adweek Brand Genius Award, and Streamy Social Good Award. Vox Media vice president Lillian Xu and Eater editor-in-chief Stephanie Wu both expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, highlighting Rea’s audience and creative approach.
What’s reported
Andrew Rea, known as “Babish,” is launching a new podcast called “In the Booth with Babish” with Eater and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
The podcast premieres on Tuesday, May 26, with new episodes every other week.
Each interview is structured as a menu, described as a unique spin on the traditional talk show format.
The premiere episode features Rea with chef Alton Brown, a Peabody Award-winner.
Rea has a global audience of more than 10 million across multiple YouTube channels, including “Binging with Babish” and “Beyond Babish.”
Rea is a New York Times bestselling cookbook author and winner of the Streamy Award, Webby Award, Adweek Brand Genius Award, and Streamy Social Good Award.
Lillian Xu is Vox Media’s vice president of the podcast business; Stephanie Wu is Eater’s editor-in-chief.
Key figures
Andrew Rea (also known as “Babish”), chef, filmmaker, YouTube personality
Alton Brown, Peabody Award-winning chef
Lillian Xu, Vox Media vice president of the podcast business
Stephanie Wu, Eater editor-in-chief
Sources: eater.com
