© 2026 Connecticut Public

FCC Public Inspection Files:
WEDH · WEDN · WEDW · WEDY
WEDW-FM · WNPR · WPKT · WRLI-FM
Public Files Contact · ATSC 3.0 FAQ
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Access to this video is a benefit to members

Liver Lover

Season 5 Episode 9 | 24m 34s

Vivian visits one of her favorite farmers and an eastern North Carolina restaurant known for its fried livers. She learns that not all livers are created equal, but are equally good for you. Back at home, Mrs. Scarlett prepares a humble, old-school dish of beef liver and onions, which inspires Vivian to introduce a fancy, controversial liver dish to the restaurant's menu.

Aired: 12/01/17
Extras
Get ready for the all-new season, coming January 17, 2027 at 9/8c.
Get a sneak peek at a brand new season of NATURE on PBS.
New discoveries reveal how pivotal Great Zimbabwe was to global trade.
Discover all-new Secrets of the Dead on Wednesdays this fall, starting October 14 at 10/9c.
Join Elmo and the Sesame Street gang on a once-in-a-lifetime African safari adventure.
Discover filmmaker and playwright Luis Valdez, a founding figure of the Chicano Movement.
A filmmaker explores racial justice in his hometown as he returns to his conservative father.
Appraisal: WPA Puppets
Appraisal: English Pocket Globe, ca. 1800
Appraisal: New England Schoolgirl Samplers & School Book
Latest Episodes
All
  • All
  • A Chef's Life Season 5
  • A Chef's Life Season 4
  • A Chef's Life Season 3
  • A Chef's Life Season 2
  • A Chef's Life Season 1
Vivian plans a respite from the road during the holidays, but finds herself busy at home.
Vivian takes the twins to pick persimmons and learn about the fruit's different varieties.
Dinner at Maker’s Mark in Vivian’s honor turns into an American history lesson.
Vivian heads to NYC where her book launch means a full itinerary.
The arrival of Vivian's cookbook sparks a well of emotions.
Vivian preps peppers for Lambstock, a party where chefs, food, and music converge.
With Summer heat high and rain levels low, Vivian struggles to find enough green beans.
Vivian’s plate is full of everything. Except tomatoes.
Vivian films a segment for a morning TV show where cornbread takes center stage.
As a new chef takes the reins, Vivian's diminishing role at the restaurant becomes clear.