MINNESOTA PUBLIC RADIO - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- the Splendid Table 's Editor and Technical Producer
Jennifer Luebke is The Splendid Table's editor and technical producer. She has been with the show since shortly after its national debut. Prior to working in public radio/podcasting, she was a host/disc jockey and music director in commercial radio, and also performed as a vocalist for various Top 40/rock bands.
Food writer Priya Krishna, author of Indian-ish, reflects on the influence and inspiration provided by Madhur Jaffrey on younger Indian food writers.
Job Titles:
- Managing Producer of the Splendid Table
Sally Swift is co-creator and Managing Producer of The Splendid Table. The radio program, podcast and website have been in the vanguard of the movement for food quality and conscientiousness for nearly three decades.
Sammy Hagar is best known for his work as a musician -- he has performed in the bands Montrose, Van Halen and Chickenfoot. But he also has a passion for food.
When you think about Whoopi Goldberg, you likely think of her as an actor, entertainer and television host. But what you probably don't know about Whoopi is that she is a passionate hostess who takes the art of setting the table and entertaining very serious. Her new book, Whoopi Goldberg: The Unqualified Hostess, is full of creative tablescapes and suggestions for making people feel welcome in your home. Managing Producer Sally Swift talks with Whoopi about how to set a marvelous table and about some of her favorite tabletop collectibles and decor.