Conversation with a chef

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#387 Arrnott Olssen | The Kana Club

October 12, 2026

There's something rather lovely about starting a Sunday morning talking about food, particularly when the conversation takes you all the way to Fiji. Arrnott Olssen was in Sydney, coffee in hand, still recovering from the previous day's Fiji Day celebrations and a very generous helping of lovo, the traditional Fijian feast cooked in an earth oven. It seemed a fitting place to begin. Arrnott has had a fascinating career, from Popstars to My Kitchen Rules, but it was his childhood memories of f...

#386 Rob Kabboord | Rühe

October 04, 2026

I first spoke to Rob Kabboord six years ago, just before COVID upended Melbourne hospitality and changed the shape of the industry. A lot has happened since then. Rob has cooked, travelled, collaborated, co-written a play and, somewhere along the way, made the move to regional Victoria. Now he is part of Rühe alongside sommelier Daniel Saligari in Kyneton, a neo-bistro with a little punk in its bones and a very clear sense of place. I took the train from Melbourne to see him, which turned out...

#385 Sumalee Sae-tang, Manpreet Singh & Chef Sahakorn Sanitmacharo | Ladyboy

October 03, 2026

Once I’d switched off the recorder at Ladyboy, owners, chefs and partners in life Sumalee Sae-tang and Manpreet Singh very kindly brought out some dishes from their Beyond Bangkok menu for me to try. As we talked over the food, Sumalee began to tell me more about how much she loves what she does. I also had the chance to meet Gun, their chef, who is from southern Thailand and is enjoying sharing the food of his own region through the series’ first menu. Sumalee and Manpreet met while studying...

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Conversation with a chef is hosted by Jo Rittey. Its publicly listed email is jo@conversationwithachef.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Conversation with a chef?

The publicly listed email for Conversation with a chef: jo@conversationwithachef.com.

How many listeners does Conversation with a chef have?

Podseeker estimates Conversation with a chef reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Conversation with a chef?

Conversation with a chef typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Working chefs, restaurant owners, restaurateurs, or hospitality professionals with a distinctive culinary career, established venue, or meaningful perspective on food and service. Common among recent guests: Owning or operating a restaurant; Building a notable culinary career; Leading hospitality teams. Recent guests include Mikey Dalton, Raj Shreshtha, and Sunil Tyagi.

How hard is it to get booked on Conversation with a chef?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Conversation with a chef cover?

Recent episodes cover Melbourne, Chefs, Restaurants, Hospitality, and Cuisine. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.