Episodes
Well, friends, this is sort of a 'series finale' for the Having A Night Podcast. As Ari says in this ep, "we've basically done it". We've had on guests we've loved, guests we've hated (KIDDING!), we've talked about scintillating things and things so boring they could send a stone into a deep snooze. And now, we're hoping to take Having A Night in some more *live*, *theatrical* directions. If you've been listening to us for the last FOUR years, we cannot thank you enough. Knowing there were...
Published 08/13/23
Published 08/13/23
And we don't mean 'boo' in the Halloween sense. In this episode, we uncover the hollow (literally!) trend that is bucatini. We also delve into another bu--burrata, that is. NYMag issued a scathing expose on the once-famed ball of cream. Is this ill repute deserved or is there a place in the pantheon of cheeses for our milky friend? Of course, it wouldn't be August if we didn't have a section on tomatoes (sandwiches, raw sauces, etc.) and zucchini (this is a must-cook situation. Zoodles left...
Published 08/05/23
This week is all about where to go and what to do in the great city of New York! When people (including people under the age of 21) visit from out of town, what are the major food groups one MUST hit? Pizza is at the top of the list, but must be in the form of the slice joint. Bagels are an essential, but don't you dare go near a place that serves unicorn bagels. The steakhouse, the Oyster Bar, the classic American diner... Lots to cover, including the pretzel of sliced meats, ie pastrami....
Published 07/27/23
I can be hard for a couple of millennials to keep up with Gen Z. It's a Hot Girl Summer, at least we know that part. But when it comes to Girl Dinner, are we behind the trend or are we so ahead of the curve that we've been Girl Dining for years and have long since forgotten about it? Hot Girl Walks are a newfangled moniker for 'walking while thinking', and by our use of the word 'newfangled', you can probably tell that thinking while walking is the norm for us. As usual, we get sidetracked by...
Published 07/20/23
The Pils is fresh, the sausages are thick, and the cry of dekuji issues from our lips. Yes, we're back from our *shared* vacation-- sort of tanned, very full, and nearly ready to commit to a week of teetotaling and juice cleansing! We go deep on 'responsible drinking' and shallow on the chicness of ponchos. There's talk of the ultimate roast beef sang (that's sandwich in collegiate language), the ultimate potato (cooked not just in oil but also STOCK), and the ultimate replacement for the...
Published 07/10/23
The air of Canadian Wildfires has swept into NY and the sky is yellow... Apocalypse is on the brain. But we won't let that get us down! First of all, there's a naked woman across the street, which certainly buoys the mood. And then, we have packing to talk about! How to channel all your energy into one look -- are you a Jacqueline Bissett or are you gonna be out there rocking Jams World? And did you know that if you're the guy wearing the fun shirt, you better bring the attitude to go with...
Published 06/08/23
Orange Oil is our favorite food, but what about its gruesome twin, the Orange Oil Stain? This week starts off with some Real Talk about the dearth of desserts on-hand (yogurt and granola ain't gonna cut it anymore) and the sad truth that sometimes, mediocre food can make a person (e.g. Sophie) eat more, in the hopes of attaining culinary nirvana. Then, prepare for a bumpy segue into small talk! How to have it, why we're having it, and whether there is some way to dispatch with it altogether....
Published 06/01/23
Did you spent the week blissfully biting into the metaphorical heart of the artichoke or chewing on a fibrous outer leaf? The answer is probably: both. Artichokes take center stage in this episode until they are rudely booted off in favor of raw, off-the-rails topic: THE VEGGIE SANDWICH. And boy does this episode get heated! Chevre proves more divisive than anticipated, but the gloves really come off when it comes to the Italian hero. We live by one credo, and one credo only: THOU SHALT NOT...
Published 05/27/23
What are your Hopes and Dreams? Have you been busy thinking about what you hope for the Having A Night gals and the Having A Night Family? Us too! And in this episode we talk all about it, starting with nudity and other potentially humiliating behaviors that we would like to indulge in more often. As usual, we mix our metaphors, get completely off-track, and can barely recall where we began. All of which is to say, it's a regular dang Having A Night Ep! Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 05/04/23
First, we gotta recap the World Marmalade Awards, where Sophie took a silver in the First Timer's category. This quickly ushers in the hot topic of jelly vs. jam vs. marmalade, but soon we're out of the sweets and onto the savory subjects, ie PIZZA. Where to get it, what kind of flop it needs, what crust is best... This is an unplanned, off the cuff, but EXTREMELY exciting deep dive into excitement about one of -- if not THE -- most perfect food of all time. Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 04/28/23
N.B. -- audio is not the greatest in this episode, but we hope you'll enjoy nonetheless! The accidental theme of this ep is what pantry items survive the 'nuclear holocaust' and also what ingredients we need in the event of a 'nuclear holocaust', aka an airbnb with no grocery store around for miles. Fish pate ranks fairly low on the list of things that do well over a 5-year time period, while beans get a 5-star Having A Night stamp of approval. Parmesan breezes onto the list of things we need...
Published 04/20/23
In this peripatetic episode, Ari and Sophie hop from Easter to food poisoning to the true meaning of the word 'shank'. They can't answer the question 'what is a cassoulet?' but they CAN tell you that scallions must be chopped and never served whole-from-the-grill. Find us on instagram @havinganight and we'll answer any burning questions... Or we'll just make up some of our own and answer those. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 04/13/23
It's time for a deep dive into portability. The portability of FOOD, to be precise. Burritos check the box but tacos fall short. Dumplings? No can do. Sandwiches teeter on the brink, depending on how they are packaged and how stuffed they are. We also take a deep dive into our own intellects and patchy knowledge with a superficial tour through 'inflation', 'economics' and 'cellphone addiction.' Ari correctly identifies herself as 'self-competitive' and Sophie tries to win her over to the side...
Published 04/06/23
More potatoes are discussed -- apologies are issued to wedge fries; clear gaps in our potato famine knowledge are exposed... Then it's onto a dissection of the tasting menu: is it a thing of the past or a thing of the future? Is it ever enough food? And the grimmest of all: what happens when 'share' plates aren't large enough to be truly shared? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/30/23
We take an unanticipated tour through Fried Potatoville... Hot takes are given on Hot Tots. Plus: the County Fair. Ultimate Americana, or vestigial tradition? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/23/23
In this episode, Ari tries to keep the guardrails on while Sophie tries to jump over them. The Oscars were watched. Duck was eaten. Cabbage is discussed. At length. Its sweetness, its versatility. Also, chips and where we stand on all the new-fangled healthy versions. Is a Dorito its own category? Where do Now-N-Laters, Starburst, and Hi-Chews rank in terms of chew, waxiness, and flavor? These questions, topics, and more, including pugnacious outbursts by both hosts. Learn more about your ad...
Published 03/16/23
Ari and Sophie try to come up with genius pairings for each Best Picture nominee, mostly failing to make a cohesive menu. Ari hasn't seen any of the films but she's not letting that stop her from voicing her opinions! Turns out, seeing the trailer is JUST like seeing the movie. Happy hot dog fingers, everyone! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 03/09/23
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Published 03/02/23
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Published 02/16/23
We unpack Ari's wedding (with plenty of distraction along the way.) Has the pandemic made Ari bad at socializing with a martini glass? Do we need an intro? These questions, and more, answered in this Very Important Episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/09/23
What to say about an episode that's been nearly a year in the making? By which we mean... We took almost a year off! How the hell did that happen? Well, Ari got married, the girls were geographically separated for 3 months, yadda yadda, EXCUSES, EXCUSES! And a year-long absence is INEXCUSABLE, but we hope you'll welcome us back into your ear holes! XOXO Ari & Sophie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 02/02/23
At last, Having A Night: Wedding Season comes to a close. Ari still isn't married, but at least she has a venue and a date, if not a dress and a jazz trio. This season, the girls dug into the crevices of the Wedding Industrial Complex and somehow emerged unscathed. They parsed first dances and after parties, dessert tables and tiered cakes, fairy lights and candles, placement and free-for-alls. In this final episode, Sophie lays to rest the weddings Ari could have had, and Ari offers the best...
Published 03/10/22
CAKE SMACKDOWN: Design vs. Taste! We're putting all our money on TASTE, the clear frontrunner in this prize fight. Who wants a beautiful cake with no flavor? If you fondant fonDO… step aside. We’ve all seen “Shallow Hal” (shame on us, millennials)! We want our cake to TASTE like Gwyneth, no matter what she LOOKS like! Dear Tony Robins: please hypnotize all brides to see beneath the fondant! Also in this episode: Sophie plans Ari’s engagement party PLUS why pie is is always the wrong...
Published 03/03/22
You've survived it all -- the endless toasts, the crack-of-dawn hair & makeup shift, the mic feedback during the ceremony... You grazed the floor with your butt during SHOUT and cried during the first dance even though the band sucked. You ate three pieces of cake, two bottles of wine, and zero water. The wedding is over, right? You've done your part and then some? WRONG. You better get your ass into gear because after the party is the after party and only then can you hit the hotel...
Published 02/24/22