October 9th 2024.
Jessie Ware and her mom, Lennie Ware, are back with a bang as they launch the 17th season of their popular podcast, Table Manners. Lennie, who is not only a proud mother but also a podcast superstar and a pro at hosting dinner parties, always has some interesting guests on their show. However, some of these guests can't resist the temptation to lend a hand in the kitchen.
Lennie has had the pleasure of cooking for some big names like Dolly Parton, Miriam Margolyes, Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Johnny Marr, and most recently, Kate Winslet. Her daughter, Jessie, who is a singer-turned-audio-big-dog, joins her at the dinner table to lead the conversation, which they then record for their listeners around the world.
As they gear up for the new season, Lennie and Jessie sat down with Metro to talk about their podcast highlights and their hopes for the future. They revealed that Joanna Lumley was one of their all-time favorite guests and that they are eagerly waiting for any of the Obamas to make an appearance on their show. Lennie also shared her experience of cooking for other chefs, saying, "I've noticed that when we have chefs on, they often can't resist intervening. Raymond Blanc couldn't resist trying to interfere with my foamy thing." Jessie, who couldn't help but interrupt her mom, added, "Anyway, you've never attempted to make it again."
Unfazed by her daughter's interruption, Lennie continued, "Not only that, he told me I was a bit bossy." It turns out that Lennie had cooked for TV chef Raymond Blanc, who had called her "very bossy." Jessie, who is not only a popstar but also a podcaster, enjoys the variety in her career.
The mother-daughter duo also admitted that they were both starstruck when they had fellow TV chef Nigella Lawson as a guest on their show. Lennie shared, "The combination of her skills as a cook, her beauty, and her cleverness. We planned that meal for six months, and we even got my son to help us with the preparations. She's such a gorgeous person, and she's not at all intimidating. She's warm and lovely."
Their latest episode features Sex Education actor Gillian Anderson, and the duo has many more big names in store for their listeners. Lennie said, "We've never had a guest that has disappointed us. It's like speed dating because you get to know them very quickly over a short period of time." Jessie added, "I was thrilled when Elizabeth Olsen personally requested to come on because she loves the podcast. She was desperate to do it while filming here."
When asked about their dynamic as a mother-daughter duo on a podcast, Jessie admitted that it can be challenging at times. She said, "It's like speed dating, but with your mom. People enjoy the chaos and drama, so we don't hold back." Reflecting on how the podcast has impacted her music career, Jessie shared, "It has allowed me to show more of myself, warts and all. It's a beautiful balance between interviewing people and being creative. It has definitely helped my career by allowing me to be unapologetically myself."
As for Lennie, who is a true icon, she couldn't quite understand the question when asked about how her life has changed since the podcast became a hit. She simply said, "I cook more now." The first episode of Table Manners season 17 is out now, and it promises to be another exciting one. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, don't hesitate to reach out to their team. They'd love to hear from you.
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