The Roundtable

Albany, NY – Matthew Parker discusses his book, "Panama Fever: The Epic History of One of the Greatest Engineering Triumphs of All Time: The Building of the Panama Canal" with Joe. The building of the canal was the most expensive project in human history and required the movement of mountains. Parker explains his interest in the history of the canal and how he came about to write this book.

Albany, NY – Alan speaks with Congressman Richard Neal to give an update on Ireland's economic success and its relationship with the U.S. Neal will continue his conversation tomorrow with Alan as they continue to discuss more politics.

Albany, NY – Joe speaks with Steve Ettlinger about his book,"Twinkie, Deconstructed: My Journey to Discover How the Ingredients Found in Processed Foods Are Grown, Mined (Yes, Mined), and Manipulated Into What America Eats". This book explores the mysterious ingredients that lie in the processed foods that we eat.

Albany, NY – James Howard Kunstler is the Roundtable Reads author for April and his book is "World Made by Hand". Joe speaks with Kunstler about how he came to write his new book about our current energy situation. Kunstler will be joining the Roundtable for a live discussion about this novel at the end of April, so start reading and stay tuned!

Albany, NY – Calling all sweet tooths! The Roundtable ends their live broadcast at the CIA on a sweet note with pastry chefs, Alison McLoughlin and Kate Cavotti. Joe, Julia and Alan talk about, but mostly eat, sweets in this live broadcast at the CIA.

Albany, NY – The libation continues as Douglas Miller teaches Joe, Julia and Alan about the finer art and science of drink mixology in this live broadcast at the CIA. While the Roundtable continues to drink up, they learn more about pairing drinks with certain foods and which ingredients make which drink. Take notes so you'll be well versed for your next cocktail party!

Albany, NY – Joe, Julia and Alan speak with Paul Wigsten in this live broadcast about the importance of buying locally produced food.

Albany, NY – Joe, Alan and Julia speak with Irena Chalmers about food writing. In this live broadcast at the CIA, Chalmers will not only wet your appetite but spark your intellect as well. Chalmers is a professor of writing and communications at the CIA.

Albany, NY – In this live broadcast at the CIA, Chef Eve Felder speaks with the Roundtable about women in the culinary world. Felder talks about how men have dominated the restaurant business despite the stereotype of women home makers.

Albany, NY – Alan, Joe and Julia speak with Chef David Barry about breakfast cookery. In this live broadcast from the CIA, the Roundtable is feasting much to their culinary desires.