Padma Lakshmi Does Standup: Extended Cut
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio · Mar 10, 2026 · 23:28
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio
Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street Radio · Mar 10, 2026 · 23:28
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Today, we’re sharing an extended cut of our interview with Padma Lakshmi. We discuss everything from her early years in India to her love for standup comedy. She reminisces about her time on an Italian variety show, which laid the foundation for a long and successful career as a cooking competition host. Plus, she reveals the secret to being a great judge on Top Chef.
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