About this episode

Chris and Andy reflect on Anthony Bourdain's career and influence in television, discussing their favorite episodes.

Chris and Andy take a look back at Anthony Bourdain’s storied career, inspired by the upcoming release of ‘Tony,’ starring Dominic Sessa as the beloved chef. They discuss their personal relationship to Bourdain (and his shows), his outsized culinary influence across television, and the lasting impact of his work (2:34). Later, they put together a list of their favorite episodes from his time on television (40:14). Subscribe to the Ringer TV YouTube channel here for full episodes of The Watch and so much more! Hosts: Chris Ryan and Andy Greenwald Producers: Kaya McMullen and Kai Grady Studio Production: Sarah Reddy and Jamie Yukich Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris Ryan, Andy Greenwald

Topics covered

• Anthony Bourdain
• culinary influence
• television shows
• favorite episodes
• personal relationship

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Organizations: The Ringer

Books & works: Tony

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