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Latest Episodes:

The Twisty Tale of Twizzlers Oct 05, 2023

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This chewy, licorice-type candy is one of the oldest candy brands in the United States. Anney and Lauren unravel the science and history behind Twizzlers.

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The Clutch Kölsch Episode Sep 30, 2023

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This crisp, golden beer straddles the line between a pale ale and a lager. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of Kölsch.

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Lahontan Cutthroat Trout: Crossing the Streams Sep 28, 2023

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This subspecies of fish has adapted to living in lakes and streams situated in high-altitude deserts – and it’s pretty tasty. Anney and Lauren dive into the ecology and history of Lahontan cutthroat trout.

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Interview: Keeping Things Fresh with Dry-Aged Fish Sep 22, 2023

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Not all seafood is its best right off the boat. Using preservation techniques that go back centuries, Chefs Christoper Lee and David Middleton have developed a dry aging program for the Wynn Las Vegas Resort's Lakeside restaurant. In this sponsored episode, we chat about how it works, plus other ways they're looking to make traditions modern.

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Listener Mail: XVIII: The Book(s) of Savor Sep 20, 2023

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We turn again to stories from you, dear listeners! This bounty includes a lot of stories about stories, from cozy mysteries to kids’ cartoons -- plus tales of other art forms, from kiwi gardening to tomato costuming.

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The Unfussy Tzimmes Episode Sep 18, 2023

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This sweetened root vegetable side dish has so many potentials for personalization that it may be cause for a bit of introspection. Anney and Lauren get to the roots of tzimmes.

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Savor Cuts the Dijon Mustard Sep 14, 2023

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This type of prepared mustard, though traditionally made with Burgundy wine byproducts, has gone global. Anney and Lauren dip into the sharp science and spreading history of Dijon mustard.

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Savor Classics: Black Pepper Sep 11, 2023

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This spice is ubiquitous today, but throughout history it was a prized commodity, traded like gold and responsible for family fortunes. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren explore where peppercorns come from, how they're processed, and why they became commonplace.

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The Kiwifruit Episode Takes Flight Sep 02, 2023

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This often brown, often fuzzy fruit got its name thanks to a marketing campaign in the 1950s. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and botany of kiwifruit.

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Savor Classics: Tamales Aug 30, 2023

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amales are an ancient food imbued with limitless possibilities, tastiness, and... chemistry-based nutritional benefits? In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren get wrapped up in the long history and hot science of this Mesoamerican staple/comfort food.

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