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All Artichoked Up Dec 09, 2022

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This tart, bitter flower bud that's eaten as a vegetable has inspired serious fans – and artists – around the world. Anney and Lauren get to the heart of the science and history of artichokes.

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The Pop Art of Pop Tarts Dec 07, 2022

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This brand of prepackaged pastries, ostensibly meant to be toasted, is a success story of marketing and science. Anney and Lauren dig into the history of Pop Tarts.

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Keeping the Pisco Dec 03, 2022

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This South American grape brandy comes in two distinct styles that both delight drinkers in their own ways. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and culture of pisco.

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Good Gravy! Nov 29, 2022

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This category of savory sauces covers starchy sides and keeps main dishes moist across the English-speaking world – and beyond. Anney and Lauren boil down the science and history of gravy.

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Savor Classics: Mushrooms Nov 23, 2022

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Mushrooms are a delicious, nutritious part of our diets, but they’ve more traditionally been a medicine -- and you definitely shouldn't eat wild mushrooms without an expert. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science of the fungus among us.

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Shelling Out: The Hazelnut Episode Nov 21, 2022

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This sweet, creamy nut lends itself to snacking and all kinds of dishes, but some 90 percent of the world’s crop goes to processing for sweets. Anney and Lauren crack open the science and history of hazelnuts (and filberts).

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Hot Chocolate: Just One More Round, Friend Nov 17, 2022

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This rich, warming beverage can be sweet or bitter, spiced or simple, heavy or feathery light – but every iteration comes down to ground cacao. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of hot chocolate.

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Knishes Do Come True Nov 15, 2022

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This type of single-serving pie often involves dough wrapped around another savory starch, like mashed potatoes or kasha. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of knishes.

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O-M-Ghee Nov 14, 2022

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This cooking oil is made from butter that's been browned and clarified to produce something as delicious as it is shelf-stable. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of ghee.

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Taylor Ham: Heads Will Pork Roll Nov 04, 2022

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This processed pork product inspires fierce loyalty – and fabulous breakfasts – no matter what you call it. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of pork roll/Taylor ham.

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