Rachael Ray, the well-known culinary icon, has recently divulged the current status of her podcast in an exclusive interview. Ray shared insights into her podcast, ‘I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead,’ during a chat at the New York City Wine & Food Festival on October 17. The podcast was launched by Ray in October 2024 and featured eight episodes showcasing celebrity guests.
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However, Ray revealed that there has been a pause in releasing new episodes of the podcast. The celebrity chef expressed her desire to continue the podcast but cited her busy schedule producing content for her company, Free Food Studios, in partnership with A&E Networks. The podcast had been running weekly episodes until December of the previous year, leaving fans eager for updates.
During her appearance at the Blue Moon Burger Bash 2.0 at the festival, Ray addressed the anticipation surrounding the podcast’s future episodes. She mentioned that she is yet to make a decision on the continuation of the podcast due to a substantial workload with Free Food Studios. The company, which Ray owns, had collaborated with A&E Networks in 2024 to develop new culinary content over a two-year period.
Ray highlighted that managing various talents and writing multiple episodes has posed a challenge in balancing her commitments. Additionally, splitting her time between New York and Italy with her husband further adds to her busy schedule. The recent announcement by A+E Networks about ordering 110 new episodes of Ray’s programming, including ‘Meals in Minutes,’ indicates her ongoing venture into creating engaging cooking content.
Reflecting on her podcast experience at the 2025 South Beach Wine & Food Festival in February, Ray shared that the interviews on her podcast allowed her to engage in long-format conversations with individuals she deeply respects and admires. The diverse lineup of guests in the podcast’s initial episodes, such as actor Billy Crudup and chef Jacques Pépin, provided a platform for meaningful discussions and connections.
Ray’s passion for introducing audiences to new personalities and reconnecting with familiar faces through her podcast was evident in her interactions with guests. The unique opportunity to delve deeper into conversations and explore different aspects of guests’ lives beyond the constraints of traditional TV formats was a rewarding experience for Ray.
Looking ahead, Ray’s fans eagerly await updates on the future of ‘I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead’ and anticipate the continuation of engaging conversations and insightful content in the culinary star’s podcast. With her unwavering dedication to creating compelling cooking content and fostering meaningful connections through her platform, Rachael Ray continues to inspire and captivate audiences globally.