And They're Jewish... With Hen Mazzig
And They're Jewish: Top Chef's Gail Simmons Gets Personal: Identity, Food & Fire
22m
She’s judged Top Chef for nearly 20 years, trained under culinary legends, and redefined how we see global cuisine — but you’ve never seen Gail Simmons like this. In this powerful episode of And They’re Jewish with Hen Mazzig, Gail opens up about her Jewish identity, the heat of the kitchen, and what it means to bring your full self to the table.
About “And They’re Jewish” - Come behind the scenes with Hen Mazzig as he explores the personal journeys, identities, and creative passions of actors, designers, athletes, and storytellers - beyond the headlines and into the heart of Jewish culture. ✨Discover inspiring Jewish stories that will have you saying: “Wait…they’re Jewish?!”
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