Biscuits & Jam
Society & Culture
About
In the South, food and music go hand in hand. They define much of what we think of as Southern culture, and they say a lot about our past, our present, and our future. Each week, Sid Evans, Editor in Chief of Southern Living, sits down with musicians, chefs, and other Southern icons to hear the stories of how they grew up, what inspires them, and why they feel connected to the region. Through honest conversations, Sid explores childhood memories, the family meals they still think about, and the intersection of food and music in their lives. Always surprising, always engaging, Biscuits & Jam is a celebration of the South—and the people who are moving it forward every day. New episodes every Tuesday.
Episodes
- Heather McMahan Is Ready to Let It Rip
Heather McMahan was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, in a close-knit family that loved to laugh and had a real sense of adventure. Her dad came from a long line of Delta employees and was also a pilot who loved to fly, often taking the…
- Kathryn Stockett Stirs the Pot with 'The Calamity Club'
Kathryn Stockett’s The Help captivated millions of readers and brought national attention to the complex relationships between Black housekeepers and their White employers during the Civil Rights era in Mississippi. It also became an Acade…
- Susan Tedeschi Has Superpowers
Susan Tedeschi may have been born and raised in Boston, but she’s forged a deep and lasting connection to Southern culture. She grew up on blues, gospel, and soul music before eventually embarking on a career that brought all those influen…
- Maneet Chauhan Has a Lot to Celebrate
Many people know Maneet Chauhan as a Food Network competitor and judge, a cookbook author, and a trailblazing chef and restaurateur, but it’s almost impossible to keep up with all her projects. Not only does she run Chauhan Ale & Masala Ho…
- Hannah Dasher Stands By Her Pan
Hannah Dasher grew up near Savannah, Georgia, raised by a “pistol-packing” grandmother and a family that was fiercely competitive about cooking and entertaining. After college, she moved to Nashville to chase her dream of being a country m…
- George Motz Is Saving the American Hamburger
George Motz, a filmmaker and author known as a "Burger Scholar," shares insights on the cultural importance of hamburgers and the people behind them. The discussion covers his documentary "Hamburger America," his cookbook, television work,…
- Biscuits & Jam Returns for Season 7 on April 7, 2026
Biscuits & Jam, hosted by Southern Living Editor-in-Chief Sid Evans, begins its seventh season on April 7, 2026. The podcast features interviews with notable Southern figures discussing topics such as family, food, music, and traditions.
- Trisha Yearwood’s Christmas Spirit
Trisha Yearwood discusses her recent music, including the album "The Mirror" and the holiday album "Christmastime," recorded with an orchestra. She also shares Christmas traditions with Garth Brooks and their new song "Merry Christmas, Val…
- How Fred Minnick Went from the Battlefield to the Bourbon Trail
Fred Minnick, a whiskey authority, shares his personal journey from serving as an Army photojournalist in Iraq to overcoming PTSD and depression. He details how discovering a talent for tasting bourbon and his wife's support were crucial i…
- Rebecca Gardner Is a Screaming Blast
Rebecca Gardner, founder of Houses and Parties, shares her inspirations for entertaining, including family trips to Mexico and her grandmother
- Encore: Donna Jean Godchaux-Mackay Is Grateful
Donna Jean Godchaux-Mackay, a singer who began her career as a teenager in Muscle Shoals, shares her experiences singing on #1 hits for artists like Elvis Presley and Percy Sledge, her transition to live performance with the Grateful Dead,…
- Fannie Flagg Always Has Something to Look Forward To
Fannie Flagg shares details about her upbringing in Birmingham, Alabama, her family's connection to the Irondale Cafe, and how it inspired her novel "Fried Green Tomatoes." The conversation also covers her early experiences in the film ind…
- The Biscuits & Jam Holiday Special
The Biscuits & Jam Holiday Special features holiday celebration insights from guests previously interviewed throughout the year. Hear new clips from TV host Katie Lee Biegel, The War and Treaty, chef Tiffany Derry, Riley Green, and comedia…
- Erika Council’s Rise to Biscuit Fame
Erika Council, owner of Bomb Biscuit Company and author of "Still We Rise: A Love Letter to the Southern Biscuit," shares her journey from North Carolina to Atlanta. She discusses her family
- How Jamey Johnson Went from the Marines to Music Row
Jamey Johnson shares his path from Montgomery, Alabama, to Nashville, his experiences in the Marine Corps influencing his songwriting, his recent album Midnight Gasoline, and his involvement with the Give It Away Fund.
- John T. Edge Goes Searching for Home in a Powerful New Memoir
John T. Edge, director of the Southern Foodways Alliance, shares his life story in his new memoir "House of Smoke." He discusses his childhood in Georgia, his mother
- Josh Mancuso May Be the Funniest Guy In College Football
Josh Mancuso, an actor and filmmaker known for his viral college football videos, shares his experiences creating comedy content about the sport, including a series on college mascots and a collaboration with Walker Hayes. He also discusse…
- Lainey Wilson, Southern Living Cover Star, Is Keeping Her People Close
Country music artist Lainey Wilson speaks with Sid Evans about maintaining connections to her Louisiana roots, family, and faith while navigating her rising career. The conversation covers how she stays grounded and her personal life, incl…
- Tiffany Derry Is the Best Thing on Food TV
Chef Tiffany Derry shares details about her upbringing influenced by Texas and Louisiana, her start in the food industry at 15, and her current work including restaurants like Radici Wood Fired Grill and the Shef Food & Wine festival. She…
- Marcus King’s Blue Ridge Dreams
Marcus King reflects on his musical roots in the Blue Ridge Mountains, his ambitions to gain recognition for South Carolina’s music scene, and his latest album "Darling Blue." He also shares details about collaborations with Billy Strings…
- Ivy Odom Just Wrote the Next Great Southern Cookbook
Ivy Odom, a prominent figure at Southern Living, discusses her new cookbook, "My Southern Kitchen." The book features recipes from her life, influenced by her family and culinary education. Odom also shares details about her career path an…
- Design Legend Charlotte Moss on the Southern Living Idea House
Charlotte Moss, a celebrated interior designer, shares her journey from Wall Street to creating the Southern Living Idea House. The discussion covers the intersection of design and hospitality, insights gained from her finance career, and…
- Encore: Riley Green Wishes Grandpas Never Died
Riley Green reflects on his music career, from playing in local bars to stadium tours, and the significant impact of his grandfathers on his life and music. The episode also touches on his hit song "I Wish Grandpas Never Died," his venture…
- How KIRBY’s Modern Soul Honors Her Family History
KIRBY discusses her new album Miss Black America, which honors her family history and Mississippi roots, blending modern soul with the stories and voices of her loved ones. She also touches on her time at Stax Music Academy and the story b…
- Hey Jesus, Ellen Skrmetti Is Calling
Comedian Ellen Skrmetti joins Biscuits & Jam to discuss her new book, "Hey, Jesus, It's Me: I Have Questions, Comments, and Concerns." Skrmetti, who grew up in a Southern Baptist family, shares how her upbringing and small-town characters…
- Texas Chef Tristen Epps Wants His Guests to Have an "Aha" Moment
Chef Tristen Epps, winner of Top Chef Season 22, shares his experiences growing up with a JAG mother, leading to frequent moves and exposure to various cuisines. He discusses his passion for Afro-Caribbean food, his aspirations for his new…
- Katie Lee Biegel’s Appalachian Roots
This episode features Katie Lee Biegel discussing her Appalachian roots, family recipes, and career, alongside Bryce Leatherwood, who shares insights into his debut album inspired by his Georgia hometown and his grandfather.
- Bryce Leatherwood's Tribute to His Grandfather
Bryce Leatherwood, winner of The Voice Season 22, discusses his debut album inspired by his hometown and grandfather. He reflects on his grandfather's influence and shares the story behind the song "Job Well Done".
- Ashleigh Shanti Is Rewriting the Story of Appalachian Food
Ashleigh Shanti, a James Beard Award-winning chef, shares insights on her cookbook "Our South: Black Food Through My Lens" and her culinary focus on Appalachian foodways. She discusses her restaurant Good Hot Fish, her connection to coasta…
- Shuai Wang’s Journey from China to Charleston
Chef Shuai Wang, a Top Chef runner-up, discusses his Charleston restaurants Jackrabbit Filly and King BBQ, which fuse Beijing flavors with Southern influences. Wang shares his personal journey, from growing up with limited resources in Chi…
- Dylan Scott Will Be Country Till He Dies
On Biscuits & Jam, Dylan Scott shares details about his Louisiana roots, his father's music career, and learning the value of hard work. He also talks about his new album, Easy Does It, his friendship with Morgan Wallen, and his wife's rol…
- Encore: Brian Baumgartner Is Probably Smoking Something
Brian Baumgartner, known for playing Kevin on The Office, discusses his cookbook, "Seriously Good Barbecue," his passion for barbecue, and his thoughts on acting and cooking. He also shares memories from The Office.
- Emily Ann Roberts Is One Part Yeehaw, One Part Meemaw
Emily Ann Roberts discusses her Tennessee roots, faith, musical journey from church singing to The Voice, and her current work in country music, including her song "Scratching Out a Living." She also touches on her alter ego "Yeehaw Memaw"…
- Maggie Rose Should Not Be Underestimated
Maggie Rose shares details about her Grammy-nominated album "No One Gets Out Alive," her experiences as a new mother, performing in Asheville, and her podcast "Salute the Songbird," which features conversations with female musicians.
- Chef Duane Nutter Is Proof That Chefs Can Be Funny
Chef Duane Nutter shares his experiences growing up with dyslexia, his culinary path influenced by Southern and international flavors, and his work in Atlanta restaurants. He also discusses his comedic side and his new cookbook.
- Wyatt Flores’s Red Dirt Roots
Wyatt Flores, a 23-year-old singer-songwriter from Stillwater, Oklahoma, discusses his Red Dirt music roots, family influences, and mental health. His debut album, 'Welcome to the Plains,' explores growing up in rural Oklahoma.
- Encore: Jessica B. Harris Believes in a Welcome Table
This episode features food historian Jessica B. Harris discussing her life, influences like her mother's mac and cheese and chef Leah Chase, and her contributions to Southern Living magazine.
- Maddie and Tae on Motherhood, Sisterhood, and Stadium Songs
Maddie Font and Taylor Kerr of Maddie & Tae discuss their new album "Love and Light," balancing music careers with motherhood, and friendship. They also touch on a new song that brought Taylor to tears on stage and their experiences writin…
- Valerie June Has Joy in Her Soul
Valerie June shares insights into her Tennessee upbringing, family connections, and creative journey, including her new album "Owls, Omens and Oracles." The discussion touches on her experiences with homelessness, meeting Mavis Staples, an…
- Robin Roberts Will Always Call the South Home
Robin Roberts, a co-anchor of Good Morning America, shares her experiences growing up in the South, her career in journalism, and the resilience of communities impacted by natural disasters. She also touches on her personal journey with fa…
- Grace Potter’s Buried Treasure
Grace Potter discusses her album "Medicine," produced 17 years ago and recently released, her musical influences rooted in soul and gospel, and her personal experiences including vision issues and motherhood. She also mentions preparing to…
- How Randy Travis Got His Voice Back
Randy Travis shares his story of recovery after a 2013 stroke affected his ability to speak and sing. With the help of his wife, Mary, his producer Kyle Lehning, and AI technology, Travis has regained his voice and released a new song, "Ho…
- Encore: The Indigo Girls Are Full of Gratitude
The Indigo Girls, Emily Saliers and Amy Ray, discuss their long music career, their new documentary "It's Only Life After All", a film set to their music, and their experiences as openly gay artists.
- Craig Morgan's Journey from the Army to the Opry
Craig Morgan shares details about his military service, his musical journey inspired by his experiences, and his work including the EP American Soundtrack and a song prompted by family tragedy. The conversation on Biscuits & Jam also touch…
- Bless Your Heart, Landon Bryant
Landon Bryant, author of "Bless Your Heart: A Field Guide to All Things Southern," shares his experiences growing up in Mississippi and his views on Southern culture with Sid Evans. Bryant discusses his influences, his popular videos on so…
- Wright Thompson’s New Book About Emmett Till Is a Must-Read
Wright Thompson, author of "The Barn," discusses his latest book about the Emmett Till murder. The episode covers the legacy of the crime, the efforts to distort facts, and the experiences of Emmett Till's cousin, Wheeler Parker.
- Riley Green Wishes Grandpas Never Died
Riley Green got his start playing in bars and restaurants around his hometown of Jacksonville, Alabama—and lately he’s been performing in stadiums for tens of thousands. He grew up with a close relationship with his two grandfathers, who w…
- Roy Wood Jr. Wants to Connect
You may know Roy Wood Jr. from his long stint on The Daily Show , his new CNN comedy show Have I Got News For You , or from his new standup special Lonely Flowers , which you can watch on Hulu. He also got a lot of attention hosting the Wh…
- The War and Treaty Are Getting Carried Away
The War and Treaty’s Michael and Tanya Trotter grew up in Cleveland, Ohio, and Washington, DC, respectively, but both have family roots in the South. They also grew up in the musical traditions of their churches – Tanya in the Black Baptis…
- Biscuits & Jam Returns on March 4th for Season 6 with The War & Treaty!
Join us for the launch of Season 6 of Biscuits & Jam on Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 with The War and Treaty’s Michael and Tanya Trotter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices