Introducing “In the Booth with Babish,” a New Podcast From Andrew Rea, Eater, and Vox Media – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: Pixabay)
Andrew Rea, the filmmaker and YouTube personality widely known as Babish, is bringing his distinctive approach to food and conversation into audio form. The new series arrives through a partnership with Eater and the Vox Media Podcast Network, giving listeners a chance to hear Rea chat with chefs and other notable figures while they prepare a meal together. Episodes will follow a menu-based structure that turns each interview into something more than a standard talk show.
A Fresh Format Built Around Shared Meals
Each installment of the podcast will center on the act of cooking and eating, with Rea and his guests discussing their careers, influences, and personal stories as they work through a menu. The approach draws directly from Rea’s experience creating content that blends cooking demonstrations with storytelling. The first episode features Peabody Award-winning chef Alton Brown, setting the tone for future conversations with leading voices in the food world.
This structure allows the discussions to unfold naturally around the rhythms of preparing and sharing food. Listeners can expect the same curiosity and attention to detail that define Rea’s video work, now delivered in a format suited for commutes, kitchens, or relaxed listening at home.
Rea’s Established Path in Food Media
Rea has built a global following of more than 10 million across his YouTube channels, where he recreates dishes from film and television on Binging with Babish and tests everyday products on Beyond Babish. He has also authored a New York Times bestselling cookbook and earned recognition through awards including the Streamy Award, Webby Award, Adweek Brand Genius Award, and Streamy Social Good Award.
These accomplishments have created a loyal audience that values both his technical skill and his approachable style. The podcast extends that connection into a new medium while staying rooted in the same themes of craft, curiosity, and enjoyment of food.
Support from Eater and Vox Media
Vox Media’s vice president of the podcast business, Lillian Xu, highlighted Rea’s ability to inform and delight millions through his consistent approach to content creation. She noted the partnership as an opportunity to expand the Babish Culinary Universe and add a distinctive food show to their lineup.
Eater’s editor-in-chief, Stephanie Wu, emphasized how the series aligns with the publication’s focus on dining and culture. Rea himself described the collaboration as an ideal fit, citing Vox Media’s innovation and Eater’s standing in food media as the right platform for the project to grow.
The partnership brings together Rea’s audience with Eater’s expertise in the restaurant industry, promising conversations that connect food with broader cultural topics.
Where and When to Listen
New episodes will appear every other Tuesday, beginning May 26, on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other major platforms. The schedule gives listeners regular access to the conversations without overwhelming the calendar.
By moving into podcasts, Rea continues to explore different ways of reaching people who share his interest in food. The series keeps the focus on meaningful exchanges while adapting his established voice to an audio format that fits naturally into daily routines.
