In 1972, Anson Williams landed the role of Potsie Weber in a segment of the comedy-anthology series Love, American Style titled "Love and the Happy Days", which also introduced Richie Cunningham (Ron Howard), Richie's mother Marion (Marion Ross), and other characters that were spun off into the television series Happy Days. (Only Williams, Howard, and Ross reprised their roles for the spin-off).The new series' first season, during which Williams received second billing after Howard, was centered mainly on Richie and Potsie. Eventually, as break-out character Arthur "Fonzie" Fonzarelli (Henry Winkler) and Richie's mother, father, and sister became more popular, Potsie was joined by Ralph Malph (Don Most, who was merely a side character in season one), and Potsie and Ralph became inseparable. Unlike Howard and Most, Williams was one of the few to remain through the entire run of the series, although his appearances became less frequent in later seasons. In some episodes, Richie, Potsie, and Ralph formed a band combo that performed at Arnold's Drive-In and other places. As Potsie, Williams actually sang lead vocals for the group. Williams' first wife, Lorrie Mahaffey, portrayed Potsie's girlfriend, Jennifer, in later seasons. After Happy Days, Williams began a much more prolific career as a television director, starting with short programs for adolescent-age children, including afterschool specials "No Greater Gift" (1985) and "The Drug Knot" (1986), and TV-movie Lone Star Kid (1986). He has gone on to direct many episodes for a variety of television series, including Beverly Hills, 90210, Melrose Place, seaQuest DSV, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, Xena: Warrior Princess, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, The Secret Life of the American Teenager, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and Charmed He also directed several episodes of the TV series 7th Heaven. Despite his success as a director and producer, Williams has occasionally returned to his work on Happy Days in retrospective ways. He played himself in a 1996 Happy Days-themed Boy Meets World episode (which also featured former castmates Tom Bosley and Pat Morita). While directing a 2003 episode of Sabrina the Teenage Witch titled "Sabrina in Wonderland", he appeared as Potsie in a fantasy sequence. He also joined his fellow Happy Days cast members for reunion specials in 1992 and 2005. Williams is also a businessman. In 1987, fellow Happy Days cast member Al Molinaro and he opened a chain of diners called Big Al's; the business went defunct. He founded Starmaker Products, a cosmetics company, and was a featured speaker at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office's National Trademark Expo in April 2008, at which he talked about the importance of registered trademarks for small businesses (and signed autographs for Happy Days fans). Williams is the author of Singing to a Bulldog: From Happy Days to Hollywood Director, and the Unlikely Mentor Who Got Me There ABOUT THE PERFECT PORTION COOKBOOK Anson Williams is living proof that "Sixty is the New Sexy," and now he shares his own philosophy on fitness in "The Perfect Portion Cookbook," which was recently selected and scheduled by QVC to be launched on Super Bowl Sunday. Anson Williams, best known for his role of on "Happy Days," had the 100-calorie idea, based on his own need to stay fit and still be able to eat the foods he loved. He, along with and JoAnna Connell, contacted Bob Warden (New York Times best selling cookbook author and TV cooking personality), who partnered with Mona Dolgov (experienced nutritionist, cookbook author and marketer for the food and appliance industry) and the result was "The Perfect Portion Cookbook." "It's the first 100 Calorie Count System of its kind," says Anson. "America's Favorite Comfort Foods all in Simple 100 Calorie Portions. It's the easiest calorie count in the world. How cool is that?" Unlike any other programs out there, you can eat what you love and never over eat! The successful entrepreneurial team of Williams and Connell along with Warden and Dolgov, two of the most revered and respected individuals in the cooking world, have created an exciting lifestyle platform that will fight a horrendous problem - obesity. A catastrophic condition in the USA, "The Perfect Portion Cookbook" is a major step toward solving the problem. In a world that has been so "millennial" focused in recent years and where "boomers" are being judged as old or not happening, Anson sets an example of how vital they can be by using the Perfect Portion Control system himself, which has resulted in a slimmer and more energetic outlook. With 150 of Americaâs favorite comfort foods, "The Perfect Portion Cookbook" has everything from French Toast to Lasagna and Apple Turnovers, all with easy, perfect portion control, using a simple 100 Calorie Counting System. The first of its kind, each of the classic comfort food recipes, allow food lovers to eat âguilt free,â because each recipe has been crafted in multiples of 100 calories, to select the perfect portion that is right for the individual. Eat perfect portions of the foods we all love and never overeat!
We All Ask It Whats For Dinner Lindsey Baruch's New Cookbook Is The Answer Something Delicious
Saturday, October 11, 2025 ⢠Duration 17:14
Content creator and recipe developer Lindsey Baruch of @lindseyeats, known for her vibrant, low-fuss recipes, is releasing her first ever cookbook, Something Delicious: 100 Recipes for Everyday Cooking on September 30th, 2025 [Ten Speed Press].In Something Delicious, Lindsey offers home cooks the ultimate kitchen resource, inviting them to engage all five senses throughout the cooking process- smelling, tasting, touching, and truly experiencing each recipe as an opportunity for discovery. Drawing from her Indian, Jewish, and Iraqi roots - and inspired by memories of cooking alongside her aunts and grandmother in her hometown of Los Angeles- Lindsey presents a deeply personal, yet practical guide to exploring your palate and flavor preferences intuitively. Something Delicious is more than just a collection of recipes and step-by-step instructions, it's a roadmap to trusting yourself in the kitchen, building lasting confidence as a cook, and finding joy throughout the process. Whether it's a casual weeknight dinner, a sunny al fresco brunch or an at-home date night, Lindsey ensures something delicious will always end up on your table.
Celebrating All Things Candy With Carly Schildhaus From The National Confectioners Association
Sunday, June 8, 2025 ⢠Duration 06:29
People in the U.S. enjoy chocolate and candy 2-3 times per week, averaging just 40 calories and about one teaspoon of added sugar per day. And every U.S. confectionery manufacturing job supports 11 other American jobs in related industries. The U.S. confectionery industry generates $54 billion in annual sales. Chocolate and candy enhance summertime traditions and experiences, like going to the beach, embarking on a road trip, going camping, or enjoying an outdoor concert. These activities are all a fun part of the summer season, and according to the National Confectioners Association
Matt Siegel Releases The Book The Secret History Of Food
Friday, September 24, 2021 ⢠Duration 19:56
It's hard to imagine a time when food was more central to our collective imagination than it is today. These days, what and where we eat says as much about us as the clothes we wear or the places we live; meanwhile, social media has allowed us to project and share our private food experiences with the world as never before.
But our fixation is not new. "As a species, we're hardwired to obsess over food," Matt Siegel explains in THE SECRET HISTORY OF FOOD: Strange but True Stories About the Origins of Everything We Eat (Ecco; On sale August 31, 2021; $27.99). But how much do people really know about the origins-and modern implications-of their favorite (or not so favorite) foods? In this fascinating and irreverent tour through history, he sets out "to uncover the hidden side of everything we put in our mouths."
Are our taste preferences really ours, or were they influenced by the food our mothers ate during pregnancy? How did corn evolve from an inedible weed to a staple of the world economy and an ingredient in everything from gasoline to pan coatings-and did we really domesticate corn, or did corn domesticate us? Are our modern food choices emotionally satisfying us or making us miserable? And why are humans the only animals masochistic enough to enjoy the burn of chili peppers (a food that, ecologically speaking, specifically evolved to repel us)?
Siegel also probes subjects ranging from the myths-and realities-of food as aphrodisiac, to how one of the rarest and most exotic spices in all the world (vanilla) became a synonym for uninspired sexual proclivities, to the role of food in fairy- and morality-tales. He even makes a well-argued case for how ice cream helped defeat the Nazis and how the nickname honey might be better suited for toxic ex-lovers than for people we care about.
THE SECRET HISTORY OF FOOD is a rich and satisfying exploration of the historical, cultural, scientific, sexual and, yes, culinary subcultures of this most essential realm. Siegel is an armchair Anthony Bourdain, armed not with a chef's knife but with knowledge derived from medieval food-related manuscripts, ancient Chinese scrolls, and obscure culinary journals. Funny and fascinating, THE SECRET HISTORY OF FOOD is essential reading for all foodies.
Dr Michael Crupain Now Out The What To Eat When Cookbook
Friday, August 6, 2021 ⢠Duration 13:12
The summer is finally here after what has felt like the longest darkest winter in memory. With the warmer weather, many of us want to spend more time outdoors exercising and picnicking while working off the Quarantine 15. While there is no specific Pandemic diet, there are some ways of eating that can help put us on the road to better health. Intermittent fasting which limits your eating to a set window of hours each day is one way to say goodbye to counting calories and sacrificing flavors and say hello to recipes that combine both health and taste!
The healthy form of intermittent fasting is the âWhen Way: Eat when the sun is up and fast when the sun is downâ. That is what we learned in acclaimed lifestyle guide, What to Eat When, a groundbreaking title written by Dr. Michael Roizen and Dr. Michael Crupain. In their highly anticipated sequel, What to Eat When Cookbook, the doctors put their brains together to create more than 135 recipes âdeveloped by Chef Jim Perko and the culinary medical team at the Cleveland Clinic-many great for barbecue or backyard parties-that will allow readers to put their science-based eating with intermittent fasting plan into practice.
Bobbie Thomas Adds Joy To The Power Of Style
Friday, July 23, 2021 ⢠Duration 06:50
The stressful demands of our daily lives can be overwhelming. Taking a little âmeâ time each day is vital to reduce stress levels, improve concentration and stay productive. To this end, beauty & style expert Bobbie Thomas has a number of simple self-care tips for your viewers to pursue joy on a daily basis. According to Bobbie -- author of the best-selling book, The Power of Style and Style Editor for NBCâs TODAY show â itâs most important to put YOU on your to-do list.
Hear Bobbie discuss:
â˘How to find more âme timeâ each day to refresh your batteries. â˘How to reset or refresh your daily routine to help boost your mood. â˘Simple beauty boosters to look and feel your best this spring and summer. â˘Self-care suggestions for mood-boosting âme-time.â â˘Joyful snacking tips including a better chocolate break.
And on the topic of a better chocolate break, Bobbie can discuss the launch of Joy Bites, Russell Stoverâs first assortment of No Sugar Added chocolate bars. Born from the belief that everybody deserves a little bite of joy every day, Joy Bites by Russell Stover began with a commitment to carefully selected ingredients, kind practices, and wrapping Joy Bites in 100% recyclable materials, playing a part in the worldwide focus on sustainability. Made with stevia extract, Joy Bites is crafted with no artificial flavors or preservatives, no added colors, and of course, no added sugar. Joy Bites cater to chocolate lovers everywhere including those who may be following a keto-inspired lifestyle.
Author of the best-selling book, The Power of Style, Bobbie Thomas has shared fashion, beauty, and feel-good advice in nearly 1000 segments as the Style Editor for NBCâs TODAY show over the past 15 years. Although her television career started on the red carpet for E!, the former co-host of the Style networkâs Fashion Police and national columnist began her work as a rape crisis counselor. Uniquely understanding that âbeauty comes from the strength within,â Bobbie has worked tirelessly with major brands and organizations such as Step Up, Make a Wish, The Beauty Foundation, and more, to promote positive campaigns, instill self-confidence, and encourage people to use style as a powerful voice.
Dr Melina Jampolis Releases The Book Spice Up Live Long
Saturday, July 17, 2021 ⢠Duration 19:38
You already know spices can add more flavor to your food, but did you know they can also improve your health and possibly help you live longer? It's time to pull down those bottles collecting dust on your spice rack and put them to proper use. In Spice Up, Live Long: A Guide To Using Herbs And Spices To Live A Longer, Healthier And More Vibrant Life, you'll learn exactly how to do that. and why these superfoods just might help you guard against disease. While no herb or spice is a cure or "magic pill," almost all of them are rich in antioxidants and have natural antiinflammatory properties that can potentially reduce your risk of many of the common diseases of aging. Coupled with the anti-inflammatory diet recommended in the book, adding more spice to your life and plate can improve your overall health. This book breaks down the research in easy-to-understand terms, while giving greater insight into the world of herbs and spices.
Lindsay Gardner Releases The Book Why We Cook
Saturday, March 6, 2021 ⢠Duration 11:07
Within the pages of this beautiful book, author and illustrator Lindsay Gardner shines a spotlight on the inspiring achievements of women in food today. From Food52 cofounders Amanda Hesser and Merrill Stubbs to The Chew host Carla Hall to slow food activist and chef Deborah Madison, soba maker and sake sommelier Mutsuko Soma, food journalist Ruth Reichl, community organizer Shakirah Simley, and more, Why We Cook celebrates those who are dedicated not only to their craft, but to supporting other women within the industry.
Alongside the text are Gardnerâs vibrant and gorgeous watercolor illustrations that bring these women to life. Meet changemakers, like Cristina Martinez, a chef who emigrated from Mexico and who brings her Philadelphia community together through food while using her platform to champion immigrantsâ rights; and Leah Penniman, who describes a day in her life on Soul Fire Farm, which she co-founded to combat racism in the food system. Evocative reflections on food and memory, like Rachel Khong's ode to her mother's love of fruit. And narrative recipes, like restaurateur Nicole Ponseca's Bibingka. The result is an inspiring, empowering, and moving celebration of the place where food meets feminism.
Lindsay Gardner is an illustrator and artist who lives in Oakland, California, with her husband and two daughters (her two favorite sous chefs). Originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, her penchant for stories and art led her to study American literature and art at Middlebury College and to earn her MFA in painting from San Francisco Art Institute. Her illustrations have appeared in cookbook and editorial projects, advertising campaigns, and stationery and interior design collaborations, and have been featured on Eatingwell.com and in Flow and Uppercase magazines, among others.
Phil Rosenthal From The TV Show Somebody Feed Phil
Thursday, January 14, 2021 ⢠Duration 10:14
Phil Rosenthal, creator of the hit CBS comedy, "Everybody Loves Raymond" and star of the award-winning "Somebody Feed Phil" Netflix food and travel show, has also launched his "Somebody Feed the People" campaign, providing meals to voters at the polls this election season.
"Somebody Feed Phil" returns to Netflix for a fourth season (see trailer here) on Friday, Oct. 30 and features Phil traveling to all new destinations, including Rio de Janeiro, San Francisco, Singapore, The Mississippi Delta, and Hawaii. Season Four comes on the heels of the immensely popular Season Three, which premiered on May 29, 2020 and became Netflix's #5 most watched unscripted program for the month of June. "Somebody Feed Phil" has garnered two Primetime Emmy Award nominations, including Outstanding Unstructured Reality Program and Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music. The show also won a 2020 Critics Choice Real TV Award for Best Travel/Adventure Series. Additionally, the show has been honored as having "More Heart and Humanity Than Any Other Netflix Food Show" and Phil "Having More Fun Eating Food Than Anyone."
Ralph Nader Releases The Ralph Nader And Family Cookbook
Thursday, June 25, 2020 ⢠Duration 06:24
Ralph Nader is best-known for his social critiques and his efforts to increase government and corporate accountability, but what some might not know about him is his lifelong commitment to healthy eating. Born in Connecticut to Lebanese parents, Nader's appreciation of food began at an early age, when his parents, Rose and Nathra, owned an eatery, bakery, and delicatessen called the Highland Arms Restaurant. The family eschewed processed foods and ate only a moderate amount of lean red meat. Nowadays, the Mediterranean diet is considered one of the healthiest on the planet, but in the 1930s and '40s of Nader's youth it was considered by many Americans as simply strange. Luckily for Nader and his siblings, this didn't prevent their mother, Rose, from serving the family homemade, healthy meals-dishes from her homeland of Lebanon. Rose didn't simply encourage her children to eat well, she took time to discuss and explain her approach to food; she used the family meals to connect all of her children to the traditions of their ancestors.
The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook shares the cuisine of Nader's upbringing, presenting Lebanese dishes inspired by Rose's recipes that will be both known to many, including hummus and baba ghanoush, as well as others that may be lesser known, such as kibbe, the extremely versatile national dish of Lebanon, and sheikh al-mahshi-"the 'king' of stuffed foods." The cookbook includes an introduction by Nader and anecdotes throughout.
The Ralph Nader and Family Cookbook will entice one's taste buds, while sharing a side of Ralph Nader that may not be commonly known, though will not surprise anyone familiar with his decades of activism and involvement in consumer protection advocacy.
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