This week we’re joined by the one and only Gail Simmons, Top Chef judging legend and renowned food author. Andrienne and Joe ask her what has kept Top Chef on top for so many years, what to expect in the latest season, and how judging really works on a food competition show. In this episode, we also discuss:

• The secret sauce behind the show’s appeal and why locations are everything

• Behind the scenes of working with Tom and Kristen (among others)

• Whether or not Gail has seen Padma’s new show

• The real origin story of Top Chef and why they owe it all to another Bravo show

• Stories from Top Chef: Colorado and taking a turn at judging

• Gail’s upbringing, career, and how she landed on TV

• Walk In Confession: Gail’s mishap during filming that almost derailed the latest season 

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