Season 3 of the smash hit FX/Hulu show “The Bear” roared to life just days ago, but Will Poulter (the actor who plays fan-favorite Luca) and 2014 F&W Best New Chef Dave Beran had been prepping for weeks. Poulter — like his co-star Jeremy Allen White — staged with Beran at his Santa Monica restaurant Pasjoli to learn how to accurately portray a professional chef onscreen. The lessons went so well, Beran says he’d hire Poulter as a cook — even despite a messy mishap with a pastry bag. The two dished all about getting kitchen culture right on and offscreen, what it takes to be at the top of your craft, and the pure magic of a great restaurant service. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
In 1895, four Black men in Canada founded the Coloured Hockey League of the Maritimes. It became more than just a sports organization - it became a major cultural movement in Nova Scotia. Learn about the founders of the league, and what ultimately spelled its doom. Follow on instagram: @personapodcast…
This week's person is one of stop motion animation's forgotten fathers. From his early documentary work in Lithuania to his award-winning feature films, he showcased an innovative mind and a desire to educate. Learn about his life and work in this episode of Persona.
Noblewoman, veterinarian, life-long nonconformist and determined defender of the oppressed. Just a few words to describe this episode's Person. Maria refused to allow the prejudice and complacence of her day to dictate her actions.
This week's person could be called a serial entrepreneur, twice bringing entire industries to the West. Learn how a young soldier managed to make a name for himself thousands of miles from home.