Episodes

  • Did the Roman’s invent the Drive-thru?
    Feb 26 2026

    Do the origins of the fast food drive-thru begin with the Roman's? Author Adam Chandler of Drive-Thru Dreams joins Kyle to talk fast food, how much history it may really have.

    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guest author Adam Chandler.

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    24 mins
  • The Hamburger
    Feb 12 2026

    There is perhaps no food item more American, or whose origins are more full of more lore. Sef Gonzalez, Hamburger historian, joins Classic Eats to suss out the truth.


    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guest hamburger historian, Sef Gonzalez.

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    24 mins
  • Why French
    Feb 5 2026

    In a nation of immigrants, why did French cookery become the preeminent cuisine of the better part of the 20th century? Chefs and experts alike weigh in. Why French?

    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guests author David Kamp and Chef Gavin Kaysen.

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    24 mins
  • Why French
    Jan 29 2026

    In a nation of immigrants, why did French cookery become the preeminent cuisine of the better part of the 20th century? Chefs and experts alike weigh in. Why French?

    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guests author David Kamp and Chef Gavin Kaysen.

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    24 mins
  • 8- 45th Parallel
    Jan 22 2026

    Halfway between the North Pole and equator, the 45th parallel is legendary as a goldilocks zone and perfect region for wines and much more. We explore the storied region.

    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guest David St. John.


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    24 mins
  • Old Fashioned
    Jan 15 2026

    In the holy trinity of cocktails, Martini, Sazerac, & the Old Fashioned, the latter has perhaps the most lore and myth. Chin Chin. Classic Eats (&drinks).


    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guest author and cocktail historian and expert Robert Simonson.

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    24 mins
  • Frozen Custard
    Jan 7 2026

    Frozen custard. Is it truly soft serve’s better cousin, dressed to the culinary nines with the perfect trifecta of eggs, cream, and the right temperature of chilling?

    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guest author and historian Bobby Tanzillo.

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    24 mins
  • Pink Squirrel
    Dec 25 2025

    18th century French liqueur + one of Madison Avenue’s most ridiculous campaigns, plus an iconic cocktail bar in Milwaukee. It’s the is history of the Pink Squirrel.

    Classic Eats with Kyle Johnson Cherek is created and hosted by Kyle Johnson Cherek, and co-produced by a'point productions and WUWM. Executive producers are Kyle Johnson Cherek and Rob Schoonover. Audio editing and engineering by Brian Arkta and John Rymaszewski. Additional production by Valeria Navarro Villegas, Michelle Maternowski and Rob Larry, Special thanks to our guest author and cocktail historian and expert Amanda Schuster.

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    21 mins