The Actor's Diet

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Summer Vacation. That's this month's topic. Listeners, we are back! After a summer hiatus, Christy Meyers and Lynn Chen return to catch up and share all the delicious details. You can watch the video version on Lynn's YouTube Channel. Episode Notes: Ginger Chews on Amazon (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3PtuxF6 - Please note a mistake -- Lynn mentions that The Ginger People Company is in Singapore but it absolutely is not.  Mikuna Vanilla Chocho Powder (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3rcfXtO Too Good to Go App: https://www.toogoodtogo.com/en-us Lynn's LASIK journey: https://genxtaste.substack.com/p/i-got-lasik-in-my-40s Theme Music by ⁠Goh Nakamura ⁠ Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com Follow Lynn ⁠@mslynnchen⁠ and Christy ⁠@christymeyersla⁠ Work with Christy: ⁠howtochow.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-actors-diet/support

Grocery Shopping. That's this month's topic. Two Important Things! 1. This will be our last episode before our summer hiatus. We'll be back in September, or around when school starts again. 2. We recorded ourselves on video! You can watch a visual version of this podcast on Lynn's YouTube Channel. Episode Notes: Christy's Arizona restaurants: Pump House Station in Sedona and Floyd and Co Pizza/BBQ in Kingman Lynn's Trip to Connecticut Lynn's Thrive Market affiliate link (40% off) Ancient Organics Grass-Fed Ghee at Costco Dojo Veggie Burger video Billy Joel's Matter of Trust video Other NYC restaurants: Mamoun's Falafel and Koronet Pizza Theme Music by ⁠Goh Nakamura ⁠ ⁠Artwork by Dall-E ⁠ Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com Follow Lynn ⁠@mslynnchen⁠ and Christy ⁠@christymeyersla⁠ Work with Christy: ⁠howtochow.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-actors-diet/support

Eating on Camera. That's this month's topic. Episode Notes: Tiffany Haddish eating ice cream Julia Roberts eating a pancake in Pretty Woman Everything But The Bagel Seasoning Zongzi at Chifa Restaurant Theme Music by Goh Nakamura  Artwork by Dall-E  Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com Follow Lynn @mslynnchen and Christy @christymeyersla Work with Christy: howtochow.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/support

Cooking. That's this month's topic. Episode Notes: Stanley Tumblers and Sur La Table Garlic Peeler Theme Music by Goh Nakamura  Artwork by Dall-E  Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com Follow Lynn @mslynnchen and Christy @christymeyersla Work with Christy: howtochow.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/support

Theme Parks. That's this month's topic. Episode Notes: Super Bloom Bakery Theme Music by Goh Nakamura  Artwork by Dall-E  Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com Follow Lynn @mslynnchen and Christy @christymeyersla --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/support

THIS MONTH, THE TOPIC IS: HOLIDAYS Episode Notes: Trader Joe's Ginger Chews and the inferior kind you can buy on Amazon Sea2Table  (not an affiliate link!) Anyone want to buy Lynn this Gluten-Free Gingerbread House? Theme Music by Goh Nakamura  Artwork by Dall-E  Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com Follow Lynn @mslynnchen and Christy @christymeyersla  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/support

The Actor's Diet podcast is back! But with a brand new format. Welcome to Christy Meyers, who joins Lynn Chen in co-hosting for the 2022-2023 season. Each month, the two actors will discuss a different food-related topic.  This month, it's diets.  Episode Notes:  Institute for Integrative Nutrition  Fix and Fogg Peanut Butter  Blendjet  Theme Music by Goh Nakamura  Artwork by Dall-E  Questions/Comments: actorsdiet(at)gmail(dot)com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-actors-diet/support

Hey guys! I thought instead of clogging your feeds with Kickstarter updates about my movie, it might be nice to introduce you to the talent behind I Will Make You Mine. So I've taken The Actor's Diet Podcast out of retirement for episode 101 with one of its stars, musician Yea-Ming Chen Before filming this summer, Yea-Ming and I actually didn't know each other very well, because our characters never crossed paths in the Surrogate Valentine sequel, Daylight Savings. So the "Yea-Ming Chen" character I wrote for her is a very fictionalized version that she is playing. I loved getting to know her better over the shoot, and now I REALLY got to know her through this podcast interview. In this episode we talk a lot about rice, constipation (sorry), eggs and soy sauce, congee oatmeal, soup, her favorite restaurant in the Bay Area (Vien Huong), flax milk, and the grey areas of body image. I'm not sure when I'll have time to record another episode but there are actually a lot of past podcast guests involved in the movie! Dave Boyle is my producer, actors include Goh Nakamura (who also does the podcast theme music), Christy Meyers, Jeff Meacham, Joy Osmanski, and Hilah Johnson did the behind-the-scenes filming. Love you guys, keep in touch @mslynnchen on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. xo Lynn

In 2012, my book club actually read books. And one of my favorite books that we read was Cheryl Strayed's Wild (it was also one of my favorite book club meetings because we had a trail mix bar). At the time, I was dealing with the aftermath of my father's death, and I found her book to be incredibly therapeutic. Equally comforting was watching Reese Witherspoon portray her on the big screen in the movie version, seeing her discuss spirituality/life lessons with Oprah, and listening to her give advice on Dear Sugar. Cheryl Strayed has been a huge part of helping me get through some crazy hard times, so I can't think of a better person to interview for episode 100. We discuss everything from eating squirrel to her mother "the hippie Martha Stewart," food she ate on the Pacific Crest Trail, and the search for the perfect pickle. You can listen to the episode on iTunes.  Theme music is by Podcast Guest #85, Goh Nakamura. This will be my last podcast recording for a while. I'm taking a break to focus on acting and plan on directing my first feature later this year. That said, if I find a random opportunity to record another amazing interview like this one, I will grab it. So stay subscribed! Thank you so much for listening over the years. And if you just started, I have 99 other episodes for you to catch up on - some of my favorites include chefs Roy Choi + Ming Tsai, journalist Lisa Ling, blogger Molly Yeh, actress Sandra Oh, and my father-in-law David Greenwald. Show Notes Podcast with Susan Orlean Pickles: McClure's, Boar's Head, Bubbies, MoonBrine, Picklopolis (Portland), and Disneyland pickles Deep fried hot dogs Pineapple, Walnut, Feta Pizza Portland Restaurants: Bamboo Sushi, Yakuza Lounge, Ringside Steakhouse, City State Diner, Cadillac Cafe, Tasty n Sons, Pok Pok, Davenport Cheryl's Official site | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram  

In 2012, my book club actually read books. And one of my favorite books that we read was Cheryl Strayed's Wild (it was also one of my favorite book club meetings because we had a trail mix bar). At the time, I was dealing with the aftermath of my father's death, and I found her book to be incredibly therapeutic. Equally comforting was watching Reese Witherspoon portray her on the big screen in the movie version, seeing her discuss spirituality/life lessons with Oprah, and listening to her give advice on Dear Sugar. Cheryl Strayed has been a huge part of helping me get through some crazy hard times, so I can't think of a better person to interview for episode 100. We discuss everything from eating squirrel to her mother "the hippie Martha Stewart," food she ate on the Pacific Crest Trail, and the search for the perfect pickle. You can listen to the episode on iTunes.  Theme music is by Podcast Guest #85, Goh Nakamura. This will be my last podcast recording for a while. I'm taking a break to focus on acting and plan on directing my first feature later this year. That said, if I find a random opportunity to record another amazing interview like this one, I will grab it. So stay subscribed. Thank you so much for listening over the years. And if you just started, I have 99 other episodes for you to catch up on - some of my favorites include chefs Roy Choi + Ming Tsai, journalist Lisa Ling, blogger Molly Yeh, actress Sandra Oh, and my father-in-law David Greenwald. Keep in touch via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @mslynnchen. xo Lynn

My dear friend Rachelle Wood is the face of multiple skin care, cosmetics, clothing brands, and has always been one of the healthiest people I know - mentally and physically. She is not anywhere near what I picture when I think of cancer. But for the past year, I've watched her fight Stage 4 Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Now that she's in remission, I had to have back on the podcast to talk about everything she went through. You may remember our interview from 2014, where we talked about her super successful commercial acting and modeling career. Rachelle actually worked more than ever while she undergoing treatment, and I know she's going to inspire anyone out there currently battling The Big C. We talk about what chemo is like, her workout routine, and big life lessons learned. You can listen to the episode and subscribe on iTunes.  Theme music is by Podcast Guest #85, Goh Nakamura. As I mention at the beginning of this show, this is my second-to-last interview for a while before I take a bit of a podcasting break. I can't wait for you to hear episode #100! Show Notes Alkaline Diet Thistle (vegan salad delivery) Sockerbit (gummy candy) M Cafe (Pad Thai) @itsrachellewood on Instagram  

I have been following the @nobread Instagram account for a while, but it wasn't until recently that I began using the website as a resource for researching gluten-free restaurants. Nicole Cogan is the founder, and my 98th podcast guest! We discuss moving from NYC to LA, her history with gluten intolerance and sensitivity, body image issues, dealing with trolls, traveling and living a life of balance while staying wheat/soy/dairy free. I'm actually going to take a little break from podcasting after the 100th episode (I already have an INCREDIBLE guest lined up). We're getting close! Keep in touch via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @mslynnchen. xo Lynn

I have been following the @nobread Instagram account for a while, but it wasn't until recently that I began using the website as a resource for researching gluten-free restaurants. Nicole Cogan is the founder, and my 98th podcast guest! We discuss moving from NYC to LA, her history with gluten intolerance and sensitivity, body image issues, dealing with trolls, traveling and living a life of balance while staying wheat/soy/dairy free. I'm actually going to take a little break from podcasting after the 100th episode (I already have an INCREDIBLE guest lined up). We're getting close! Show Notes: The Detox Market, Beauty Counter for gluten-free lipstick and cosmetics Protein Powders: Vital Proteins with collagen, Aloha, Tone it Up, Primal Kitchen NutriBullet for travel smoothies Go-to on-the-go Snacks: Almonds, Pecans, Kind Bars, Justin's Nut Butter Packets Gluten-free Staples: Avocados, Coconut Butter, Almond Butter, Raspberries, Tortilla Chips, Eggs, Seaweed Snacks, Eating Evolved Coconut Butter Cups, Bragg’s Liquid Amino, Apple Cider Vinegar, Spindrift Soda, Enjoy Life Chocolate Chip Cookies No Bake Chocolate Almond Bars (pictured below) LA Restaurants with gluten-free options: Sweetfin Poke, Fonuts, Great White, Erewhon, Flower Child, Honey Hi, Earth Bar, Cecconi’s, Gracias Madre, Cafe Gratitude NYC Restaurants: ABCV, The Little Beet, Sweetgreen

Bruce Kalman and I are bonded for life - he is the only person I've met outside of high school from the same part of NJ as me. So of course when I found out my fellow Jersey boy is going to be competing on the next season of Top Chef, I had to have him on the podcast ASAP. We talk about Jersey food (duh), Jewish food, the malls of Paramus, how Bruce became a chef, and how to cut a mango. You can listen to the episode and subscribe on iTunes.  Theme music is by Podcast Guest #85, Goh Nakamura. Show Notes: NJ Eats: Savino's Pizza, The Fireplace, Coach House Diner, The Magic Pan, Everything Yogurt LA Eats: BiiBiip, Fat Sal's (aka McDowell's), Phorage, Vito's Pizza, Pizzanista Cheese fries with gravy aka "Disco Fries" Chicken in the pot, Matzo Brei Foie Grock - Bruce's chef rock band with Duff Goldman Noosa Yogurt Check out Bruce's Restaurants: Union, Knead & Co. Pasta Bar + Market (Grand Central Market) and his line of spice rubs Follow Bruce: Site | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook

Bruce Kalman and I are bonded for life - he is the only person I've met outside of high school from the same part of NJ as me. So of course when I found out my fellow Jersey boy is going to be competing on the next season of Top Chef, I had to have him on the podcast ASAP. We talk about Jersey food (duh), Jewish food, the malls of Paramus, how Bruce became a chef, and how to cut a mango.  Theme music is by Goh Nakamura. Keep in touch via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @mslynnchen. xo Lynn

I've known health and fitness expert Rob Dionne (and his wife Devon) for a long time - we met via past podcast guests Jeff Meacham and Christy Meyers back in NYC. I knew him back when he was still acting, so we talk about how he shifted away from that career. We recorded this a while ago before I joined Equinox. Even though I didn't work out when we recorded, I've been obsessed with his podcast, Open Sky Fitness (I've even been a guest) since the beginning. You can listen to the episode and subscribe on iTunes.  Theme music is by Podcast Guest #85, Goh Nakamura. Show Notes Pasta e Fagioli/Pasta Fazool Mind Pump Podcast Generational Eating Buffalo Casserole Recipe Open Sky Fitness: Podcast, Facebook Group, Facebook Fan Page, Instagram, Twitter, Official Site More info is on The Actor's Diet website - follow Lynn on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest, and watch videos on YouTube.

I've known health and fitness expert Rob Dionne (and his wife Devon) for a long time - we met via past podcast guests Jeff Meacham and Christy Meyers back in NYC. I knew him back when he was still acting, so we talk about how he shifted away from that career. We recorded this a while ago before I joined Equinox. Even though I didn't work out when we recorded, I've been obsessed with his podcast, Open Sky Fitness (I've even been a guest) since the beginning. Theme music is by Podcast Guest Goh Nakamura. Keep in touch via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @mslynnchen. xo Lynn

All of August I got to hang out with the lovely Ciara Renée while filming Mike, Mike Tan. In fact, we recorded this podcast waiting on set before 2nd meal. We talk fermented meat sticks, sour candy, veganism, lactose intolerance and what a dresser on Broadway is (it's not this). You can listen to the episode and subscribe on iTunes.  Theme music is written/performed by Podcast Guest #85, Goh Nakamura.  Show Notes Anti-Candida Diet Nutribullet Luna and Larry's Coconut Bliss Vegan Ice Cream Pineapple for losing your voice (Amanda Jane Cooper episode) + licorice root Nugo Slim Bars Ciara on Instagram | Twitter | Facebook More info is on The Actor's Diet website - follow Lynn on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest, and watch her videos on YouTube.

All of August I got to hang out with the lovely Ciara Renée (DC Legends of Tomorrow, Broadway's Big Fish) while filming a movie in NYC. In fact, we recorded this podcast waiting on set before 2nd meal. We talk fermented meat sticks, sour candy, veganism, lactose intolerance and what a dresser on Broadway is (it's not like the one in Beauty and the Beast). Theme music is written/performed by Podcast Guest Goh Nakamura. Keep in touch via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook @mslynnchen. xo Lynn