Rachael Ray Announces New 'Unscripted' And 'Raw' Podcast

Rachael Ray is shaking things up with the announcement of her new podcast, promising an "unscripted" and "raw" look into her life and experiences.

The beloved television chef and lifestyle expert shared the exciting news on Tuesday, October 15, inviting fans to join her on this candid journey filled with personal stories and the unfiltered moments that make her who she is.

With her unique charm and authenticity, Rachael Ray aims to create a space where listeners can connect with her on a deeper level than ever before.

The beloved 56-year-old celebrity chef and TV host is set to launch her inaugural podcast, "I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead," on Tuesday, October 15. Actress and author Jenny Mollen will join Ray for the premiere episode.

According to the official press release, "I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead" focuses on “what fuels us — our drive, resilience, and how we face life’s challenges."

"In a 'melting pot' of conversations with her favorite celebs, chefs, artists, musicians, and more, no topic is off-limits," it reads. "From triumphs to setbacks, Rachael dives deep into the highs and lows of hard work, sharing raw, honest stories with people she knows and those she’s meeting for the first time."

The "unscripted" podcast will reveal "real talk about life’s journeys and what keeps us going."

Her remarkable work ethic not only led to the creation of "I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead," but also influenced its subject matter.

“'I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead' (quite literally!) is about life’s journeys and what keeps us going,” Ray said in a statement, per People Magazine. “It’s unscripted, raw, and real talk. Working fuels me, connecting with people fuels me, and this platform allows for connection and conversation on a more personal level, which really fuels me.”

In the episode airing on October 22, Ray will sit down with Billy Crudup, actor of "The Morning Show." Future episodes are set to feature appearances from notable guests, including Bob Harper, Anne Burrell, Harlan Coben, Jacques Pepin, Jeremy Sisto, and Billy Porter.

Jenny Mollen joins Ray for the October 22 episode, where they'll delve into topics like love, marriage, and how "having no filter has sometimes landed them in hot water." Rachael is married to John M. Cusimano, a musician who is the lead singer of the rock band The Cringe.

"John is a musician,” Rachael said in a 2020 interview for "The Rachael Ray Show" website. “He wanted to go to Berklee College of Music and was accepted and he's a terrific musician and he plays 57 different instruments. But he went to law school because his parents told him cautiously that it's better to have a trade. He really is a master of keyboards, every stringed instrument, he's especially great with percussion."

"Smartest thing I ever did was marry an entertainment lawyer—saved me a bundle,” Ray later said. "Entertainment licensing is what John does."

Earlier this year, the celebrity chef shared a video from her FYI series "Rachael Ray in Tuscany," in which she paid tribute to the late singer Tony Bennett by preparing his favorite dish, ossobuco. In the heartfelt segment, she recounts the story of how she "almost killed him" when he slipped and fell on her polished floors.

Throughout the video, Ray speaks slowly, prompting fans to quickly speculate that there may be a serious issue at play. One fan commented, "I love you but are you ok? I’m seriously concerned," as another speculated, "She looks and acts like she has been drinking all the time. I love Racheal but she's so hard to watch like this."

While a third chimed in: "I think it's a mini-stroke. Part of her mouth seems sinking. When was this???? I haven't seen her this makes me so sad."

In response to these concerns, Rachael's representative told TMZ that she has "no comment" regarding the situation.

"I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead" is available for streaming on all major podcast platforms.