Martha: Episode Guide
1. Season 1, Ep 1: Premiere Day
Joining Martha for the premiere episode is one of Hollywood's hottest stars, Marcia Cross of Desperate Housewives. Plus, Martha drops in for a surprise dinner at the home of two fans.
Aired: 9/12/20052. Season 1, Ep 2: Poncho Day / David Spade
Today's theme is Poncho Day in tribute to Martha's famous coming out of prison attire. David Spade is Martha's special guest. Also, microwave cooking recipes are shared and muppet Elmo helps Martha in the craft corner.
Aired: 9/13/20053. Season 1, Ep 3: Jay Leno/Susan Lucci
Jay Leno is Martha's special guest and gives a tour of his kitchen and makes one of his favorite dishes, buffalo wings. Also, Susan Lucci from All My Children stops by.
Aired: 9/14/20054. Season 1, Ep 4: Diddy Martha (W)Raps
Diddy aka Sean Combs is Martha's special guest. Martha teaches him how to wrap gifts and he in turn teaches her to rap.
Aired: 9/15/20055. Season 1, Ep 5: Happy Birthday, Mom
Martha celebrates her mother Martha Kostrya's 91st birthday, and her nephew stops by and performs.
Aired: 9/16/20056. Season 1, Ep 6: Worst Cooks in America
Martha attempts to help the worst cooks in America.
Aired: 9/19/20057. Season 1, Ep 7: Search for Martha Stewarts
The audience is full of women all named Martha Stewart.
Aired: 9/20/20058. Season 1, Ep 8: Apprentice Day
Donald Trump is Martha's special guest and she gives a tour of her new show The Apprentice: Martha Stewart.
Aired: 9/21/20059. Season 1, Ep 9: Inside The Apprentice
The first person fired from "The Apprentice: Martha Stewart" is on the show.
Aired: 9/22/200510. Season 1, Ep 10: Kids Show
Amy Grant is Martha's special guest and set to promote "Three Wishes" her new show on NBC.
Aired: 9/23/200511. Season 1, Ep 11: Jamie Oliver
Chef Jamie Oliver is the guest.
Aired: 9/26/200512. Season 1, Ep 12: Laura Linney
Laura Linney is Martha's first guest. Also, Tom Weston from Survivor, cooks up a meal.
Aired: 9/27/200513. Season 1, Ep 13: Redheads
Late night talk show host, Conan O'Brien stops by. Also, chef Mario Batali on board for Martha's "Red Hair Day'.
Aired: 9/28/200514. Season 1, Ep 14: Larry King
Larry King and chef Scott Conant are the show's guests.
Aired: 9/29/200515. Season 1, Ep 15: Animals Unleashed
Guests include Amanda Bynes and Julie Scardina with some of her favorite animals.
Aired: 9/30/200516. Season 1, Ep 16: Card Games with Whoopi
Whoopi Goldberg is Martha's guest and the shows focus is on card games.
Aired: 10/3/200517. Season 1, Ep 17: Jennifer Garner's Baby Shower
Jennifer Garner is given a baby shower by Martha.
Aired: 10/4/200518. Season 1, Ep 18: Jessica Alba
Jessica Alba is Martha's special guest. The theme for today is apples.
Aired: 10/5/200519. Season 1, Ep 19: Bridal Day
Today's theme is weddings with special guest Melania Trump.
Aired: 10/6/200520. Season 1, Ep 20: Denim Day
"Denim" is celebrated with the men of Desperate Housewives, including James Denton.
Aired: 10/7/200521. Season 1, Ep 21: Melanie Griffith and Renée Fleming
Melanie Griffith drops by to promote her new WB series, Twins and renowned soprano singer Renee Fleming is also Martha's special guest.
Aired: 10/10/200522. Season 1, Ep 22: Queen of the Red Carpet Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers in Martha's special guest. Also, businessman Russell Simmons stops by.
Aired: 10/11/200523. Season 1, Ep 23: Gloria Estefan and Animal Rescues
Gloria Estefan is Martha's special guest. The show also features some amazing animal rescues.
Aired: 10/12/200524. Season 1, Ep 24: KIm Zimmer
Guiding Light star Kim Zimmer is a guest. Also, Martha teaches how to make glitter pumpkins
Aired: 10/13/200525. Season 1, Ep 25: John Lithgow
Emmy and Tony award winner actor, John Lithgow stops by with his latest children's book he wrote. Also, a 12 year old bug expert.
Aired: 10/14/200526. Season 1, Ep 26: Heather Mills McCartney
Heather Mills McCartney makes a vegetarian dish for Martha and tells her amazing story of survival. Also, Martha takes off all of her makeup and shares her beauty routine with all of America. Then, three viewers get a makeover from fashion designer Zac Posen and Martha's hair and makeup stylist, Eva Scrivo.
Aired: 10/17/200527. Season 1, Ep 27: What America Eats
George Foreman is Martha's special guest and shows how to make some great recipes on his Foreman Grill. Also, Martha surprises a family at their home by coming to their dinner. Then soap star Zach Roerig makes his favorite dessert.
Aired: 10/18/200528. Season 1, Ep 28: Al Roker
The Today Show weatherman Al Roker stops by. Plus, Martha answers some more viewer mail and gives a special tribute to Julia Child.
Aired: 10/19/200529. Season 1, Ep 29: Christina Applegate
Broadway's Sweet Charity star Christina Applegate joins Martha in making some Halloween crafts. Also, how to make "creepy cupcakes" for your Halloween bash and chef Sara Foster cooks.
Aired: 10/20/200530. Season 1, Ep 30: Halloween Sneak Peak
Martha enlists her chef Wes Martin to help out a viewer from Tennessee who is in search of some Halloween party help. Then Martha teaches Halloween crafts that you can make at home.
Aired: 10/21/200531. Season 1, Ep 31: Lorraine Bracco
The Sopranos star Lorraine Bracco takes us on an Italian wine tour, plus she chats about the high anticipated new season of her show. Also, author of the new book Average American Kevin O'Keefe joins Martha.
Aired: 10/24/200532. Season 1, Ep 32: Richard Simmons
It's an hour focused on health as exercise guru Richard Simmons shows Martha some exercising tips. The best selling author Andrew Weil talks about his alternatives to aging well. Plus, he makes his favorite recipe, a roasted winter squash and apple soup.
Aired: 10/25/200533. Season 1, Ep 33: Linda Dano
Soap opera legend Linda Dano stops by to talk about her upcoming guest appearance on Desperate Housewives. Also, a Martha designed TV GUIDE is unveiled.
Aired: 10/26/200534. Season 1, Ep 34: Rosie O'Donnell
Former talk show host, Rosie O'Donnell, stops by to promote her new role in Broadway's Fiddler on the Roof and to take on Martha in a "craft challenge".
Aired: 10/27/200535. Season 1, Ep 35: Bette Midler
It's an entire hour with the Divine Miss M., Bette Midler. She performs her interpretations of Peggy Lee's classics. Martha then teaches Bette how to carve pumpkins.
Aired: 10/28/200536. Season 1, Ep 36: Halloween with Cameron Mathison
Martha's first annual Halloween show and her special guest is All My Children hunk, Cameron Mathison. Shoshana Bean, the star of the hit Broadway musical Wicked also gives a special performance.
Aired: 10/31/200537. Season 1, Ep 37: Courtney Thorne-Smith
From the ABC comedy According to Jim, Courtney Thorne-Smith joins Martha in the kitchen to make two of her favorite dishes, Hummus and Spicy Beef. Also, in celebration of the publication of Martha's new baking book, Martha's friend and Everyday Food star John Barricelli whips up a delicious coconut cream pie. Finally, it's the first of our "30 Things Everyone Should Know."
Aired: 11/1/200538. Season 1, Ep 38: Deidre Hall
Soap Opera legend and Days of Our Lives star Deidre Hall is onboard to make a batch of cookies with Martha. Also, singer Carnie Wilson shares her special recipe for Lasagna from her new cookbook. Plus, Martha shares number 29 on our list of "30 Things Everyone Should Know."
Aired: 11/2/200539. Season 1, Ep 39: Matt Lauer
The popular cohost of The Today Show , Matt Lauer, stops by before leaving for his worldwide tour. Martha is teaching how to pack a suitcase like a pro. Also, it's another, another installment of Ask Martha.
Aired: 11/3/200540. Season 1, Ep 40: David Alan Grier
Comedian David Alan Grier stops by. Also, from the famed New York restaurant Jean Georges, pastry chef Johnny Iuzzini makes one of his celebrated desserts. Then, Martha teaches you how to make the perfect BLT and another installment of Viewer Mail. Plus, there's another Good Thing that you can share with your friends.
Aired: 11/4/200541. Season 1, Ep 41: Faith Ford
Faith Ford from the ABC show Hope & Faith visits. Then, Martha kicks off Best Bakers' Week with the first of our featured bakers, Mark McGough, from West Chester, Pennsylvania, who makes Pecan Sticky Buns. Also, it's time to learn a new baking technique when we reveal No. 26 on our "30 Things Everyone Should Know" list. Plus, audience members get to Ask Martha anything
Aired: 11/7/200542. Season 1, Ep 42: Joan Cusack
Oscar-nominated actress Joan Cusack (who admits she can't cook) prepares Chicken, Broccoli, and Lemon Stir-Fry with Martha. Plus, Best Bakers' Week continues with Wellesley, Massachusetts' Cindy Smithy preparing Italian Savory Pie. Also, you don't want to miss another installment of Ask Martha, No. 25 on our "30 Things Everyone Should Know" list.
Aired: 11/8/200543. Season 1, Ep 43: Melissa Etheridge
Melissa Etheridge chats with Martha about her battle with breast cancer, tells about her new diet, teaches Martha how to make healthy biscuits, and performs a song from her new CD, Melissa Etheridge's "Greatest Hits." For Best Bakers' Week Aubrey Cook, from St. Louis, Missouri, makes Pound Cake with Maple Glaze. And, find out No. 24 of "30 Things Everyone Should Know."
Aired: 11/9/200544. Season 1, Ep 44: Daniel Radcliffe
Martha welcomes Harry Potter himself, Daniel Radcliffe, to talk about the new movie, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Also, country music star Patty Loveless performs live in our studio. An all-time favorite breakfast dish is No. 23 on our countdown of "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Plus another one of the Best Bakers, Meloni Courtway from Petaluma, California, whips up Persimmon White Chocolate Bread Pudding.
Aired: 11/10/200545. Season 1, Ep 45: Blair Underwood
Actor turned author Blair Underwood stops by to talk about his new book ,Before I Got Here. Then, give thanks this year in style when Martha reveals a Thanksgiving tip--No. 22 on our list of "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Also, Martha's final Best Baker , New York City's Merritt Palminteri ends the week with Espresso Double-Chocolate Chunk Cookies. Plus, learn a Good Thing that will please your palate.
Aired: 11/14/200546. Season 1, Ep 46: Josh Duhamel
Josh Duhamel, the star of NBC's prime-time television show Las Vegas spends the morning with Martha, is introduced to No. 21 of "30 Things Everyone Should Know," and learns a lesson in making a bed. Then, meet Boston chef Ken Oringer, one of the talented chefs we are showcasing this week. Today, Ken is making Liquid Butternut Squash Ravioli and Churros.
Aired: 11/14/200547. Season 1, Ep 47: Shania Twain
Multi-Grammy-winner, chart-topper, and entertainer of the year Shania Twain goes on a field trip with Martha and meets Martha's prized Fresian horses. Back in the studio, Shania learns No. 20 of "30 Things Everyone Should Know" and teaches Martha how to make Poutine, Canadian comfort food. Plus, New York chef Josh DeChellis makes Turducken, an alternative to the standard Thanksgiving fare.
Aired: 11/15/200548. Season 1, Ep 48: Trisha Yearwood
Country music superstar Trisha Yearwood performs a new song, a classic, and talks about her new CD, "Jasper County." and her engagement to fellow country singer Garth Brooks. Then, Martha teaches you No. 19 of "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Plus, San Francisco chef Chris Cosentino shares a fabulous Thanksgiving recipe: Pomegranate Marinated Cornish Game Hens with Cippolini and Treviso.
Aired: 11/16/200549. Season 1, Ep 49: Cynthia Nixon
Former Sex and the City star Cynthia Nixon joins Martha. Plus, fashion designer Bob Mackie has dressed legends and headliners and now you can see the famous outfits he's planning to auction at New York City's Christie's, when he holds a fashion show on Martha. And, Martha surprises us with No. 18 on her list of "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Plus, New York chef Jim Botsacos gives Thanksgiving a Greek twist.
Aired: 11/17/200550. Season 1, Ep 50: Doug Savant
Doug Savant who plays Tom Scavo, a struggling Mr. Mom, on Desperate Housewives. Doug joins Martha for a homekeeping helpful hint that Tom certainly could use--No. 17 of "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Then, Martha checks in on a real-life Mr. Mom, Robert McTiegue. Also, San Francisco chef David Bazirgan makes pumpkin soup that you can serve on Thanksgiving. Plus, Martha shares a Good Thing that you'll love
Aired: 11/18/200551. Season 1, Ep 51: Roger Bart
Roger Bart's character, George, the pharmacist on the hit ABC show Desperate Housewives fiercely pursues Wisteria Lane's perfectionist and widow Bree Van De Camp (portrayed by Marcia Cross). But today on Martha, Roger's only goal is to prepare the perfect Thanksgiving dinner.Also, today we learn to roast and carve a turkey which just so happen to be Nos. 16 and 15 of Martha's "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Plus, Martha has a new pet and she wants you to name her!
Aired: 11/21/200552. Season 1, Ep 52: Betty White
As Rose Nylund on the beloved show The Golden Girls, Betty White won laughs and accolades. No less amusing in person, Betty joins Martha and talks about the newly released third season DVD of the memorable series, answers questions from fans, and learns how to make a beautiful pumpkin pie for the holidays. Then, find out No. 14 of "30 Things Everyone Should Know". Also, we'll meet David Frei of The National Dog Show and several four-legged front-runners in its annual competition, and add another Good Thing to your repertoire.
Aired: 11/22/200553. Season 1, Ep 53: Patti LaBelle
On the day before Thanksgiving, from roasting to carving to serving to decorating the table--Martha has your holiday covered when she answers viewers' most pressing Thanksgiving questions. Then, the beautiful and talented Patti LaBelle performs a classic song, "Here and Now," talks about her own holiday traditions, and helps Martha share a Good Thing. Plus find out how to capture your memories when we reveal No. 13 of Martha's "30 Things Everyone Should Know."
Aired: 11/23/200554. Season 1, Ep 54: Carly Simon
Legendary singer Carly Simon chats with Martha and performs: "Alone Together." Viewer Michael Wright, Martha's biggest fan and special correspondent, goes on a road trip to Los Angeles and visits Martha's favorite places. And, today's Good Thing is a great way to keep your home festive all season long. Plus, pick up No. 12 of Martha's "30 Things Everyone Should Know."
Aired: 11/25/200555. Season 1, Ep 55: This Is Your Life, Martha
Billy Bush of Access Hollywood hosts a very special hour devoted to Martha's life. Tune in as Martha is reunited with old friends, neighbors, teachers, classmates--even a prom date. Residents of Martha's hometown of Nutley, New Jersey will reminisce with never-before-heard "Martha" stories. Plus, Nutley Girl Scouts make chocolate chip cookies and Joanne Cocchiola, the town mayor, makes a surprise announcement.
Aired: 11/28/200556. Season 1, Ep 56: Ricardo Chiavara
Ricardo Chavira of ABC's Desperate Housewives is back to help Martha count down Nos. 10 through 6 of the "30 Things Everyone Should Know." Hint: Some tips will help you throw a fantastic party; some will help you clean up afterward. Also, today Martha reveals her new kitten's name after your Internet votes.
Aired: 11/29/200557. Season 1, Ep 57: Cameron Mathison
All My Children hunk Cameron Mathison stops by and takes us into his spectacular New York home for a private--before and after Martha adds-her-touches--tour. No. 5. on Martha's list has transformed his home. Then, Cameron joins Martha in the studio to reveal the last four of "Things Everyone Should Know." No. 1 will make you wonder how you ever survived without it.
Aired: 11/30/200558. Season 1, Ep 58: Iman
Supermodel Iman shares her best beauty secrets. And, to give a holiday party that guests will never forget, start with an assortment of amazing hors d'oeuvres from Martha. Then, let Dave Lieberman of the Food Network guide you in preparing a delicious American favorite for dinner. Plus, one lucky viewer wins a brand new car.
Aired: 12/1/200559. Season 1, Ep 59: Teri Garr
Actress Teri Garr makes a holiday craft with Martha. Then, its fireman John Sierp heating up the kitchen with his award-winning recipe. Plus, Martha's Number 1 fan, Michael Wright heads to Beantown to visit some of Boston's best and Martha's favorite places.
Aired: 12/2/200560. Season 1, Ep 60: Christine Baranski
Stage and screen star Christine Baranski helps Martha kick off her "12 Days of Christmas" with a recipe for Candy-Stripe Cookie Sticks Plus, renowned chef Thomas Keller joins Martha in the kitchen to make Mediterranean Sea Bass.
Aired: 12/5/200561. Season 1, Ep 61: Jamie Lee Curtis
Actress and author Jamie Lee Curtis visits with Martha and learns a new gift-wrapping technique. Then, find out the best way to shop on eBay when Martha's audience displays their unusual online finds for show-and-tell and meet a couple who got engaged on eBay when he made her an offer she couldn't refuse. Plus, Martha makes a surprise announcement.
Aired: 12/6/200562. Season 1, Ep 62: Marilu Henner
Actress and author Marilu Henner joins Martha in the kitchen to make a special treat. Then, Martha's friend Melissa Neufeld makes simple and beautiful Carnival Christmas Stockings, one of Martha's Christmas gift suggestions. And, Martha surprises a family in their home to find out What's Really for Dinner.
Aired: 12/7/200563. Season 1, Ep 63: Lorraine Bracco
Lorraine Bracco returns as Martha reveals another gift as we celebrate the "12 Days of Christmas." Plus, make a delectable dessert for your holiday table, Tiramisu. Then Suzanne Goin, award-winning chef and restaurateur, prepares a colorful Persimmon and Pomegranate Salad and Grilled Halibut from her new book, Sunday Suppers at Lucques: Seasonal Recipes from Market to Table.
Aired: 12/8/200564. Season 1, Ep 64: Anita Baker
Singer Anita Baker visits Martha and performs the classic "I'll Be Home for Christmas." Then, she and Martha head into the kitchen to make a holiday meal. And, Marc Marrone of Petkeeping with Marc Marrone talks about low-maintenance pets for kids.
Aired: 12/9/200565. Season 1, Ep 65: Ann Curry
Ann Curry of The Today show visits Martha and mixes the perfect holiday punch. Then, Martha's "12 Days of Christmas" celebration continues with Glitter Snowflakes made by Martha and Nancy O'Dell from Access Hollywood.
Aired: 12/12/200566. Season 1, Ep 66: Kathie Lee Gifford
Kathie Lee Gifford is back in daytime, and she's learning how to make beeswax candles shaped like evergreen trees. Kathie Lee and Martha take questions from the audience. Christian Atayde Stoinev and his dog Scooby, stars of The Big Apple Circus, perform an act from the show.
Aired: 12/13/200567. Season 1, Ep 67: Melody Thomas Scott
From The Young and the Restless, Melody Thomas Scott makes Gravad Lax and Cucumber Salad. Renowned sushi chef Nobu Matsuhisa is here today to teach you how to make his famous Tempura. Then, Martha's daughter Alexis Stewart and Jennifer Koppelman-Hutt, hosts of SIRIUS radio's Whatever, help make another "12 Days of Christmas" gift. And, Martha takes questions from the audience.
Aired: 12/14/200568. Season 1, Ep 68: Il Divo
Pop-opera group and Simon Cowell's creation Il Divo joins Martha to sing a holiday classic, talk about the group's latest endeavors, and cook a savory dish. Then, learn how to decorate seasonal cookies with Something Sweet's Danielle Boglivi and Tamara Dilworth. And, New York-based jewelry designer Helen Ficalora tells her inspiring story and shows some of her unusual creations
Aired: 12/15/200569. Season 1, Ep 69: Mario Batali
Chef and restaurateur Mario Batali teaches you how to make homemade pasta and delicious sauces. Then, The Apprentice: Martha Stewart is almost over, and the latest Apprentice to leave the loft will face Martha once again. The "12 Days of Christmas" continues on Martha with a gift of Peppermint Bark.
Aired: 12/16/200570. Season 1, Ep 70: Carson Kressley
The fabulous Carson Kressley joins Martha to talk about his latest endeavor--a children's book called, You're Different and That's Super and teaches you how to craft a gingerbread house that makes a beautiful gift. Then, Martha's making an exquisite French pastry with one of her favorite bakers. Also, Martha visits a candy factory to learn how to make Halvah.
Aired: 12/19/200571. Season 1, Ep 71: Susan Lucci
Soap star Susan Lucci of All My Children returns to Martha and today her equally stunning daughter, Liza Huber from Passions, accompanies her. The two then help Martha make coconut snowmen. Then, Martha's 12 Days of Christmas continues with a floral gift idea.
Aired: 12/20/200572. Season 1, Ep 72: Roger Bart Returns
Roger Bart of Desperate Housewives fame and The Producers returns to Martha. Then, The Apprentice castoffs reunite on Martha's stage. Plus, Martha makes traditional Hanukkah fare: Potato Latkes.
Aired: 12/21/200573. Season 1, Ep 73: Bonnie Hunt
Film and TV favorite Bonnie Hunt joins Martha for an exciting hour. First, Bonnie and Martha bake a holiday favorite, Gingerbread from Body + Soul magazine. Then, since it's only three days until Christmas, learn how to make a delicious dish for your guests Plus, The Apprentice: Martha Stewart winner and runner-up face Martha once again.
Aired: 12/22/200574. Season 1, Ep 74: Patti LaBelle
Singer Patti LaBelle helps ring in Christmas with an in-studio performance and prepares a holiday feast, Crown Roast of Pork. Then, learn how to craft icicle ornaments that will make your tree sparkle. And, Martha's spotlighting a worthy charity. Plus, Martha reminisces about Christmas, thanks some special people, and talks about an exciting New Year.
Aired: 12/23/200575. Season 1, Ep 75: "Best Of..." Show
Martha walks us through some of her favorite moments on television. This all-new Martha includes clips featuring celebrities such as Rosie O'Donnell, Conan O'Brien, and Zach Braff. Plus, a Good Thing for the cold weather: Ultimate Hot Chocolate.
Aired: 1/9/200676. Season 1, Ep 76: Rita Moreno
Emmy, Oscar, Tony, and Grammy winner Rita Moreno kicks off Martha's Cake Week with Cardamom Streusel Coffee Cake from the January issue of Living magazine. Cohosts of SIRIUS radio's Whatever, Alexis Stewart and Jennifer Koppelman Hutt, make a nut tart with Martha. And, don't miss another Good Thing: Card Organizer.
Aired: 1/10/200677. Season 1, Ep 77: Vanessa Williams
Vanessa Williams and her daughter Jillian Hervey help Martha make a Teatime Coconut Layer Cake. Then, Martha answers both Viewer Mail and questions from the audience. Plus, Bird expert Milan Bull, of the Connecticut Audubon Society of Fairfield, Connecticut, shows how to make a suet-ball bird-feeder. And, don't miss another Good Thing: Kitchen Helper.
Aired: 1/11/200678. Season 1, Ep 78: Fran Drescher
Fran Drescher, star of the WB comedy series Living with Fran, joins Martha in making a delicious dessert, The Darkest Chocolate Crepe Cake. Then, Julie Scardina from the SeaWorld/Busch Gardens, visits with animals from nearly every continent. And, hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons drops by to show Martha one of his favorite Good Things.
Aired: 1/12/200679. Season 1, Ep 79: Emily Procter
From the upcoming film, Big Mama's House 2 and the CBS hit show CSI: Miami, Emily Procter helps close Martha's Cake Week with a Triple-Chocolate Mousse Cake. Plus, Martha answers questions from the studio audience. Also, don't miss another Ask Martha and a Good Thing: Kindling Keepers.
Aired: 1/13/200680. Season 1, Ep 80: Alison Sweeney
Alison Sweeney how to make adorable birthday favors for kids. Martha and 9-year-old Ryan Terhune make German Apple Pancakes that your young ones will enjoy making on your day off. Plus, you can learn a quick trick that will guarantee your serving beautiful drinks at your next party.
Aired: 1/16/200681. Season 1, Ep 81: Susan Sarandon
Oscar-winner Susan Sarandon chats with Martha about the Heifer Project International, answers questions from audience members, and customizes dishes using a simple technique. Also, Martha makes a special delivery to David Letterman, host of The Late Show.
Aired: 1/17/200682. Season 1, Ep 82: Alan Cumming
Screen and stage star Alan Cumming joins Martha to prepare festive Quesadillas. Also, don't miss another installment of Ask Martha in which audience member helps Martha repot and showcase various ferns and mount a staghorn fern.
Aired: 1/18/200683. Season 1, Ep 83: Nia Long
Nia Long stops by to talk about her new movie, Big Mama's House 2. Plus, Martha's friend Marc Morrone, host of Petkeeping with Marc Morrone shows us how to winterize our pets. And, chef Marc Meyer makes gourmet relish to embellish any dish.
Aired: 1/19/200684. Season 1, Ep 84: A Martha Celebration
Find out some of Martha's all time favorites as she tells us some of her most delicious recipes, creative crafts, and innovative Good Things from the past. With some good wishes from her celebrity friends, loyal fans, and family, Martha celebrates 15 years of Martha Stewart Living magazine in this very special episode. Plus, Broadway star Elaine Stritch stops by to help Martha make a classic Caesar salad.
Aired: 1/20/200685. Season 1, Ep 85: Harry Hamlin
Harry Hamilin from Veronica Mars helps Martha kick off her Fit to Eat and Homekeeping Week when Martha teaches him how to make some of her favorite healthy breakfasts and light lunches. Then, Martha shows everyone how to clean out their medicine cabinet. And, Brent Ridge, M.D., Editorial Adviser for Body + Soul magazine, helps one Martha viewer overcome her struggle to get healthy and lose weight.
Aired: 1/23/200686. Season 1, Ep 86: Cyndi Lauper
Singer Cyndi Lauper chats and performs a new version her classic, "Time After Time," and a new song. Then, Martha teaches you how to stock and organize your pantry as part of our Fit to Eat and Homekeeping Week. Dawna Stone, The Apprentice: Martha Stewart winner, makes a healthy chickpea soup recipe from Body + Soul magazine.
Aired: 1/24/200687. Season 1, Ep 87: Secrets Show
Martha and her guests reveal some secrets: John Driscoll of Guiding Light shares a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes on a daytime television set. Martha shares with John the secret to ironing a shirt properly. Then, New York City’s CRU Chef Shea Gallante prepares two of his top-secret recipes, and offers some surprising tips for success in the kitchen. Martha has a secret to tell singer Linda Eder, who visits to sing her rendition of “Over the Rainbow.”
Aired: 1/25/200688. Season 1, Ep 88: Kimberly Williams-Paisley
Martha's Fit to Eat and Homekeeping week continues when actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley of the sitcom According to Jim stops by to cook two tasty—and nutritious—dishes. Get tips on ways to organize your paperwork, transfer videotapes and camcorder footage to DVD, and to establish order in general from Suzanne Kantra of Popular Science magazine. Martha gives advice on getting ready for spring gardening,
Aired: 1/26/200689. Season 1, Ep 89: David Boreanaz
Martha concludes Fit to Eat and Homekeeping Week with ideas both for healthy meals and for techniques to keep things organized. Join Martha in the kitchen to make a delicious and good-for-you dish of Roasted Sardines with David Boreanaz, of the Fox crime series Bones. Actor and stand-up comic Walt Willey, of All My Children, is in the studio to talk about his charity efforts, his role on the daytime series, and helps bake Little Lemon Soufflés. Martha shares some ideas on keeping kitchen and junk drawers neat, and explains how to make Chalk Label Boxes.
Aired: 1/27/200690. Season 1, Ep 90: Holly Robinson Peete
Actress Holly Robinson Peete, wife of former NFL player Rodney Peete, makes a brick-pressed sandwich that you can serve at your Super Bowl party and talks about her book, Get Your Own Damn Beer, I'm Watching the Game. Then, Martha makes Double Chocolate Brownies with Olympic gold-medalist Picabo Street. Plus, Martha announces the winner of the Zero Gravity Contest and chats with astronaut Mike Mullane--one of the few people in the world who has been to space.
Aired: 1/30/200691. Season 1, Ep 91: The Wedding Show
Hear the story of a couple who's wedding dreams were not dashed by Hurricane Katrina. Plus, meet newlyweds and reality stars Amber Brkich and Rob Mariano as they share details of their amazing wedding, which became a prime-time special. Also, Maria Menounos (Access Hollywood, Today) joins Martha for a live wedding expo.
Aired: 1/31/200692. Season 1, Ep 92: Carmen Electra
Carmen Electra makes Super Bowl-worthy appetizers: Saffron Chicken Wings and Chili-Lime Popcorn. Martha reveals the first of 20 Essential Kitchen Tools every cook should have and tells how you could win all the tools. Musical sensation Il Divo performs "All By Myself," and makes Meringue Hearts with Raspberry Whipped Cream from the February issue of Martha Stewart Living.
Aired: 2/1/200693. Season 1, Ep 93: Richard Simmons
Fitness guru Richard Simmons returns to Martha to make Rosy Stationery and a garland using doilies--all beautiful touches for Valentine's Day. Then, the second kitchen tool is revealed as part of Martha's list of the 20 Essential Kitchen Tools. Plus, Super Bowl cooking that will score with your family.
Aired: 2/2/200694. Season 1, Ep 94: B.Y.O.B (Bring Your Own Bulldog)
Today, join more than fifty bulldogs and their owners on Martha for our BYOB special. Meet Tyson, the skateboarding bulldog; Zelda, the entrepreneur; Handsome Dan, Yale University’s football mascot; and other bulldogs with special talents. Martha visits with Laurette Richin from the Long Island Bulldog Rescue to talk about adopting bulldogs; Suzanne Readmond, an expert on breeding bulldogs, shares some things to keep in mind when considering a bulldog as a pet. NFL stars—and twin brothers—Tiki and Ronde Barber join Martha to prepare “Bulldog” Hot Dogs. Martha’s dogs Francesca and Paw Paw get a first look at their brand-new sister. Plus, Martha introduces the third of 20 Essential Kitchen Tools in a month-long look at the equipment that every cook needs.
Aired: 2/3/200695. Season 1, Ep 95: Barry Manilow
Singer/songwriter Barry Manilow performs an all-time favorite"Copacabana and, from his new album The Greatest Songs of the Fifties, a classic--"Unchained Melody." Then, Martha reveals Number 4 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools and goes to lunch, with her camera crew.
Aired: 2/6/200696. Season 1, Ep 96: Roseanne
Television star and comic Roseanne joins Martha to make Cheese Fondue from the February issue of Martha Stewart Living--and helps Martha reveal Number 5 on her list of 20 Essential Kitchen Tools. Plus, Martha shows how to make Valentine Lollipop Flower Cards for children.
Aired: 2/7/200697. Season 1, Ep 97: Constance Marie
From George Lopez, Constance Marie visits with Martha. Learn how to make two Potato and Onion Tarte Tatin. Then go to Vegas with Martha and find out how to mix her new favorite drink, the Mojito Plus, don't miss a Good Thing for Valentine's Day and Martha reveals Number 6 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/8/200698. Season 1, Ep 98: Kim Raver
From the FOX series, 24, Kim Raver steps into Martha's kitchen and makes a hearty meal: Blood Orange-Marinated Pork Chops with Sautéed Spinach and Green Beans. Martha reveals Number 7 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/9/200699. Season 1, Ep 99: Dream-Kitchen Contest Winner Day
Martha teaches you how to craft heart-shape soap. And she introduces the winner of Martha's Dream-Kitchen Contest, sponsored by GE is revealed. Then, join Martha at New York City's Luzzo's restaurant in the East Village and learn how to cook a meal with the owner/chef Michele Iuliano and chef Peppe Castellano. Plus, Martha reveals Number 8 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/10/2006100. Season 1, Ep 100: Martha's 100th Show with Rosie O'Donnell
Rosie O'Donnell visits to celebrate Martha's 100th Show, and to help Martha make a savory pasta cake--a great alternative to the usual brunch fare--and a wonderfully rich Chocolate Pudding Cake. Plus, Martha shares video from her trip to Torino, Italy, where she visits open-air markets and shops like a local. And, Martha reveals Number 9 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/13/2006101. Season 1, Ep 101: Andrea Bocelli
Martha celebrates Valentine's Day with a beautiful serenade from the most romantic voice in the world--Andrea Bocelli. Martha shares video from her trip to a premiere chocolate factory in Torino, Italy. Host of ESPN's This is SportsCenter, Kenny Mayne, joins Martha to make Coconut Cookies with Passion Fruit Curd that you can make for a special someone. Martha reveals Number 10 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/14/2006102. Season 1, Ep 102: John Legend and John O'Hurley
Star of Season One of Dancing with the Stars John O'Hurley, joins Martha to make Citrus Bars. Grammy-winner John Legend performs his hit, "Ordinary People." and makes his own macaroni and cheese recipe. Plus, Martha shares more videos from her trip to Torino, Italy, where she visits with local artisans. Finally, she welcomes the Best in Show of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, and reveals Number 11 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/15/2006103. Season 1, Ep 103: Harrison Ford
Harrison Ford, visits and answers audience questions. Then, tennis champion Serena Williams serves up Brown-Sugar Angel Food Cake with Hot Fudge. Also, it's time for another video from Martha's trip to Torino, Italy and discover Number 12 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/16/2006104. Season 1, Ep 104: Bill Hemmer
Fox News Channel's Bill Hemmer joins Martha to chat and craft. Martha reveals Number 13 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools. Acclaimed New York City chef Frank DeCarlo, of Peasant, makes Pasta with Sausage and Broccoli Rabe.
Aired: 2/17/2006105. Season 1, Ep 105: Jason Biggs and Paul Walker
Martha celebrates Presidents' Day with Eight Below stars Jason Biggs and Paul Walker. Plus, a 10-year-old presidential-fact whiz, Noah McCullough, shows what he knows about the Presidents. Martha reveals Number 14 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools
Aired: 2/20/2006106. Season 1, Ep 106: Olympic Gold-Medalist Hannah Teter and Roberta Flack
Recent Olympic Gold-Medalist Hannah Teter, America's top women's snowboarder, joins Martha to talk about her experiences at the Games in Torino, Italy. Then, Roberta Flack sings a medley of classics from her greatest hits CD, The Very Best of Roberta Flack. Plus, Martha reveals Number 15 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/21/2006107. Season 1, Ep 107: Billy Currington and Shaun White "The Flying Tomato"
Country music star, Billy Currington, performs his chart-topping hit, "Must Be Doin' Something Right." Snowboarder Shaun White (The Flying Tomato) talks about his Olympic Gold Medal. Philippe Chow, also of Philippe, teaches Martha how to make a delicious Chinese dish. Plus, Martha reveals Number 16 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/22/2006108. Season 1, Ep 108: Guiding Light's Beth Ehlers
Daytime Emmy-nominee and star of Guiding Light, Beth Ehlers, joins Martha to craft. Martha shares video from her trip to Torino, Italy. Author of Simple Indian Cookery, actress Madhur Jaffrey shares her recipes. Plus, Martha reveals Number 17 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/23/2006109. Season 1, Ep 109: Donny Osmond
Martha welcomes singer/songwriter/actor Donny Osmond to craft a keepsake frame in honor of his new grandchild. Three young inventors take the stage to show off their amazing inventions--all made using common household items. Marcela Valladolid from The Apprentice: Martha Stewart makes a Mexican family dish. Plus, Martha reveals Number 18 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools.
Aired: 2/24/2006110. Season 1, Ep 110: Summer Day with Megan Mullally
Will and Grace star Megan Mullally helps Martha celebrate summer in February by helping her make cocktails. Fashion designer and author Kimora Lee Simmons makes Mandarine Champagne Sorbet. Plus, Martha reveals Number 19 of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools and shares a Good Thing: Chocolate-Covered Bananas.
Aired: 2/27/2006111. Season 1, Ep 111: Olympic Skater Emily Hughes and Julie Pinson
Martha welcomes Olympic figure skater Emily Hughes to talk about her experiences in Torino. Then, Days of Our Lives star Julie Pinson show Martha how she decorates cakes. Plus, it's Fat Tuesday, and Martha makes a traditional King Cake with New Orleans' native Lenora Costa.
Aired: 2/28/2006112. Season 1, Ep 112: Kyle MacLachlan and Gold Medalist Seth Wescott
In Justice star Kyle MacLachlan. Plus, Gold Medalist Seth Wescott shares his Olympic experience with Martha. And Martha reveals Number 20 of her 20 Essential kitchen Tools.
Aired: 3/1/2006113. Season 1, Ep 113: Jenna Fischer of "The Office"
Jenna Fischer, who plays Pam on the NBC hit comedy The Office, talks about the success of the show and cooks with Martha. Suzanne Kantra of Popular Science magazine demonstrates some recent technology advances: how to transfer home video to your iPod and a new way to protect your pets. Plus, Martha announces the winners of her 20 Essential Kitchen Tools giveaway.
Aired: 3/2/2006114. Season 1, Ep 114: Stephanie March
Stephanie March, star of the new NBC drama Conviction, joins Martha. Plus, Martha shows how to host the perfect Oscar party and answers some Viewer Mail.
Aired: 3/3/2006115. Season 1, Ep 115: Martha's Cooking School
Martha's Cooking School opens with a lesson on how to create a well-rounded library of cookbook. Then, Martha's friend and Everyday Food star John Barricelli teaches us how to correctly use knives. Then, actor Paul Sorvino makes an Italian specialty: Chicken Cutlets and Spaghetti with Broccoli Rabe.
Aired: 3/13/2006116. Season 1, Ep 116: Wynonna
Singer/actress Wynonna visits with Martha and chats about her upcoming duties as co-host of this season's Nashville Star. Then, the second day of Martha's Cooking School begins with a lesson on How to Marinate.
Aired: 3/14/2006117. Season 1, Ep 117: Kelly Preston and Chris Botti
Actress Kelly Preston stops by to craft with Martha. Then, jazz performer and composer Chris Botti performs. Plus, Martha's Cooking School continues with a lesson on How to Roast Chicken. Then, Katie Lee Joel, host of Bravo's new reality series, Top Chef reveals secrets behind the show.
Aired: 3/15/2006118. Season 1, Ep 118: Jennie Garth
Actress Jennie Garth of the WB series What I Like About You and the charity, Angels in Action stops by. Then, Josh Bernstein, host of the new History Channel series Digging for the Truth visits. Plus, it's Day 4 of Martha's Cooking School continues with a lesson on How to Fry.
Aired: 3/16/2006119. Season 1, Ep 119: Jane Seymour
Jane Seymour joins Martha in the kitchen to make Corned Beef and Cabbage for a St. Patrick's Day celebration. Then, Martha's Cooking School presents a lesson on How to Prepare Eggs 101.
Aired: 3/17/2006120. Season 1, Ep 120: Barbara Eden and Larry Hagman
I Dream of Jeannie stars Barbara Eden and Larry Hagman join Martha in making lamps out of glass bottles. Plus, it's the first day of spring and Martha makes a beautiful daffodil basket. Martha's latest cooking lesson is How to Braise and she makes one of her favorite braising recipes, Lamb Shoulder with Potatoes and Fennel.
Aired: 3/20/2006121. Season 1, Ep 121: Lauren Holly
NCIS star Lauren Holly joins Martha in making homemade slime for kids. Also, Florence Henderson stops by and learns how to correctly poach in Martha's Cooking School.
Aired: 3/21/2006122. Season 1, Ep 122: Doris Roberts
Emmy Award winner Doris Roberts stops by to talk about her new Hallmark Movie, Our House and to make ultrasuede blankets with Martha. Celebrity chef and cookbook author Rocco DiSpirito joins Martha for today's Cooking School lesson: How to Butterfly. Plus, get a look inside the Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden.
Aired: 3/22/2006123. Season 1, Ep 123: Cameron Mathison
All My Children star Cameron Mathison makes fudge with Martha. Martha's Cooking School continues with a lesson on how to make meatballs. Plus, learn another one of Martha's Good Things: Felt on a Hanger.
Aired: 3/23/2006124. Season 1, Ep 124: Sir Ben Kingsley & Josh Turner
Academy Award winner Sir Ben Kingsley from the upcoming film Lucky Number Slevin. Plus, hot country singer Josh Turner performs his latest song "Would You Go with Me". Sarah Carey, senior Food editor of Martha Stewart Living and a host of the TV series Everyday Food, helps Martha teach how to cook in parchment. Plus, find out which recipe won the Pillsbury Bakeoff $1 million prize.
Aired: 3/24/2006125. Season 1, Ep 125: Aretha Franklin
The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, shares a recipe for Chicken Italiano, and performs two songs, including her classic hit, "(You Make Me Feel Like A) Natural Woman." Also, Dougray Scott of NBC's new show, Heist, stops by to help Martha with a lesson in steaming.
Aired: 3/27/2006126. Season 1, Ep 126: S. Epatha Merkerson
Martha and S. Epatha Merkerson of Law & Order teach you how to make gilded and marbleized Easter eggs. Then, Martha bakes an Easter Cheesecake that you can serve to your guests. Martha's Cooking School continues with a lesson on How to Pan-Sear with Lucinda Scala Quinn, a host of the TV series Everyday Food.
Aired: 3/28/2006127. Season 1, Ep 127: Jamie-Lynn Sigler
Jamie-Lynn Sigler of The Sopranosjoins Martha for a Cooking School Lesson: Paillards 101. Then, see where Martha goes on her lunch hour when she brings along her camera crew. Days of Our Lives' on-screen and off-screen husband-and-wife-team Bill and Susan Hayes (Doug and Julie Williams) talk about the show's 40th anniversary.
Aired: 3/29/2006128. Season 1, Ep 128: Lisa Rinna
Lisa Rinna of Dancing with the Stars and Melrose Place helps Martha prepare for Easter with Chocolate-Filled Eggs. Then, Martha's daughter Alexis Stewart and her SIRIUS Satellite Radio cohost Jennifer Koppelman-Hutt take a tour of a Chinese Cookie Factory. Plus, Martha's Cooking School continues with a lesson on How to Make Perfect Biscuits.
Aired: 3/30/2006129. Season 1, Ep 129: Rob Estes and Orlando Jones
Rob Estes and Orlando Jones, stars of The Evidence, join Martha to craft using glitter. Then, Martha teaches you another Cooking School Lesson: How to Char Your Food. Plus, Martha shows some fun pranks you can pull on your kids.
Aired: 3/31/2006130. Season 1, Ep 130: Antonio Sabato Jr.
Antonio Sabato Jr. of the CBS soap opera The Bold and the Beautiful Classic Rhubarb Fool and Panna Cotta. Also, Darcy Miller helps Martha create simple and inexpensive floral bouquets. Martha teaches you how to sauté with a delicious recipe: Pork Medallions and Mushrooms.
Aired: 4/3/2006131. Season 1, Ep 131: Nancy Grace
Nancy Grace of CNN and Court TV joins Martha to make the Perfect Piecrust and Blueberry Pie. Martha's makeup artist ,Eva Scrivo, show how to apply makeup like a pro. Also, Martha explains another Cooking School Lesson: How to Buy Fish.
Aired: 4/4/2006132. Season 1, Ep 132: Aisha Tyler
Aisha Tyler from CBS's Ghost Whisperer joins Martha for the latest Cooking School Lesson: How to Make Martha's Signature Sugar Cookies. Then, Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan teaches everyone how to make their dog behave.
Aired: 4/5/2006133. Season 1, Ep 133: Sheryl Lee Ralph
Sheryl Lee Ralph who has been co-starring on NBC's ER makes the Perfect Chef's Salad as part of Martha's Cooking School. Also, Martha introduces a talented family of fivesiblings who all went to Juilliard when the 5 Browns perform live in the studio.
Aired: 4/6/2006134. Season 1, Ep 134: Sharon Stone
Sharon Stone visits Martha and learns how to make the perfect white cake. Then, the studio audience is given the rare opportunity to ask Sharon Stone personal questions. Martha created unique tulip centerpieces for a special party.
Aired: 4/7/2006135. Season 1, Ep 135: Mo'Nique
Mo'Nique, star of the new movie Phat Girlz, joins Martha and helps her arrange flowers. Martha teaches a session of Cooking School: How to Steam Artichokes. Plus, tennis great Martina Navratilova helps you get in shape for spring with a brand-new book and a recipe for Parsley-Flaxseed Pesto Pasta.
Aired: 4/10/2006136. Season 1, Ep 136: Joan Rivers
Joan Rivers stops by to make Matzo Latkes and Horseradish Cream for Passover. Martha teaches another Cooking School lesson: How to Make Chicken Soup. Plus, master chocolatier Jacques Torres makes a Chocolate Easter Rabbit.
Aired: 4/11/2006137. Season 1, Ep 137: Al Roker




