Evan Kleiman has been called the “fairy godmother of the L.A. food scene.” A former chef-restaurateur and cookbook author, Evan hosted KCRW’s Good Food radio show and podcast for nearly 30 years. She is known for her conversational interview style and her exploration of how food informs our lives and choices. She has interviewed thousands of guests, from artists, cookbook authors and chefs to farmers and scientists, examining every aspect of food culture and how it intersects with our lives.