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Roquefort: Worth Its Weight In Mold Jun 11, 2020

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This French blue cheese, famous for its funk, wouldn’t be possible without limestone and mold. Anney and Lauren explore the legendary history and rockin’ science of Roquefort.

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Oregano and Marjoram: Herbs by Any Other Name Jun 08, 2020

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This family of herbs lends warm, woody flavors to all kinds of dishes, and has been used medicinally for millennia. Anney and Lauren explore the science and history of oregano and marjoram.

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Mustard: Going Against the Grain Jun 04, 2020

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This spice and the condiments made from it bring heat (and color, and structural cohesion) to dishes around the world. Anney and Lauren dip into spicy science and history of mustard.

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Listener Maaaaaaail! Jun 04, 2020

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Y’all are the heart of this show. Anney and Lauren read & respond to messages from listeners on topics from asparagus to sauerkraut to snails.

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Tikka Masala: Lost in the Sauce May 28, 2020

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This creamy, warming dish is the subject of tremendous popularity -- and tremendous debate. Anney and Lauren dig into the many recipes and histories behind tikka masala.

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Yerba Mate: Steeped in History May 22, 2020

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This plant is used to make highly popular (and highly caffeinated) drinks around South America and the world. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and science of yerba mate.

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Savor Classics: Sourdough May 21, 2020

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In your own kitchen, you can tame wild microbes and use them to bake tasty, slightly tart sourdough bread. In this classic (yet timely) episode, Anney and Lauren explore the twisting history and practical science of making sourdough.

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Fictional Foods: 'The Simpsons' May 15, 2020

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From donuts to Duff beer, this long-running television show spends a lot of time focusing on food. Anney and Lauren explore the silly, the satirical, and the strangely delicious-sounding foods of ‘The Simpsons’.

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That Risotto, Though May 13, 2020

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This saucy rice dish seems deceptively simple for the potency of the opinions it can inspire. Anney and Lauren dig into the history (fascism??) and science (no stirring necessary?!?) of risotto.

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Relishing the Radish May 08, 2020

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These spicy, crunchy root vegetables can grow to amazing sizes and give a kick to all kinds of dishes. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind radishes.

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