Savor
737 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★ - 1.5K ratingsSavor digs into how people live and how they eat – and why. Hosts Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum interview the culinary creators and consumers of the world, exploring the science, history, and culture of food and drink, all with a key question in mind: Why do we like what we like, and how can we find more of those things?
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Trailer: Savor
September 19, 2018 21:38 - 1 minute - 1.9 MBFoodStuff has big news: We're relaunching as Savor! Hosts Anney and Lauren are going on the road with Producer Dylan to interview culinary creators and consumers about how they eat – and why – starting 9/26. (Our RSS feed isn't changing, just our name!) Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Split on Sundaes
September 14, 2018 15:24 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBEven though it's a cold case, the origin story of the ice cream sundae is hotly debated. Anney and Lauren have the scoop on the competing tales behind ice cream sundaes. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pickles: Kind of a Big Dill
September 12, 2018 21:11 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBPickled cucumbers were Cleopatra's favorite beauty food and the main business of the guy who named the Americas. Anney and Lauren explore the long history and bacteria-laden science of pickles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Plum Episode
September 08, 2018 03:06 - 34 minutes - 32 MBPlums have played a major role in cultures' arts and diets for millennia, all around the world. Anney and Lauren plumb the science and history of this seriously multipurpose fruit. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Gamble of All-You-Can-Eat Buffets
September 05, 2018 23:21 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBPutting lots of food on a long table isn't new, but the all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant is a very 20th-century, very American concept. Anney and Lauren explore the history and science of going your own way with the buffet. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On FoodStuff, Celery Stalks You
August 31, 2018 17:40 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBCelery stalks, leaves, roots, and seeds are part of countless cuisines today, but the ribs were once considered such a fancy treat that folks displayed them in vases. Anney & Lauren dig into the history and science of celery. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cheese Curls: What the Puff?!
August 29, 2018 21:35 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MBCheetos and other cheesy puffed-corn snacks are miracles of modern science and marketing. Anney and Lauren dig into the fortuitously fab history (and making of) cheese puffs. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pepperoni: Live Free and Pie Hard
August 24, 2018 21:06 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBPepperoni is a sausage that's difficult to divorce from its primary partner, American pizza. Anney & Lauren explore the history of this Italian-American invention, plus explain how the sausage is made. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maraschinos: The Cherry on Top
August 22, 2018 18:58 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBThe neon-red cherries of our childhood bear little resemblance to the original maraschino cherries. Anney and Lauren take a pitiless look at the science and history, including how the classic type is making a comeback. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fictional Foods: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
August 17, 2018 21:44 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBShould you find yourself in an unfamiliar star system without your copy of 'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy', this episode will help fill you in on the local fare, from perfectly normal beast sandwiches to pan galactic gargle blasters. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tea: A Real Brouhaha
August 15, 2018 21:09 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBAfter water, tea is the second most popular drink in the world -- and every cup is steeped in history. Anney and Lauren explore the health, production, and origins of tea. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FoodStuff Side Dish: Fettuccine Alfredo
August 11, 2018 14:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MBFettuccine Alfredo may seem like an Americanized dish, but it was created by a real Italian chef -- it even bears his name. Christopher Hassiotis joins us for this bonus episode about the origins of Alfredo. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Pea Pod(cast)
August 10, 2018 21:55 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBThe seemingly humble garden pea has soil superpowers, caused a medieval craze, and drove Orson Welles to distraction. Come along with Anney and Lauren as they give world peas a chance. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oh Ship: The Cruise Food Episode
August 09, 2018 01:55 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBCruise ships are something between floating hotels and luxury battleships, but the food served on them doesn't have the best reputation. Anney and Lauren go overboard exploring how cruise food works and how cruise lines are working to change that rep. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oh Snap: The Gingerbread Episode
August 03, 2018 21:43 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBWhy do we shape gingerbread cookies into people and houses? Why is it generally considered a winter treat? Anney and Lauren tackle gingerbread (in all its formats) head first. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Almighty Cod
August 01, 2018 18:51 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBFor a simple fish, the cod played a huge role in Europe's colonization of North America. Anney & Lauren dive into the story of the fish that changed the course of history in this episode of FoodStuff. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dispensing the Facts on Vending Machines
July 27, 2018 17:45 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBFrom their holy beginnings to massive modern success, we explore the twisting history of vending machines -- plus how they can tell real money from counterfeit (and why they're so darn stubborn sometimes). Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tea Time: Pinkies Out with Julia Skinner
July 25, 2018 22:22 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MBThough it's a fairly recent invention, tea time is a meal with very specific etiquette and traditions. Historian Dr. Julia Skinner joins us to discuss how this came about, how it’s changed over the years, and why you should keep your pinkie in. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phonominal Pho
July 20, 2018 21:06 - 26 minutes - 24 MBThis Vietnamese soup-and-noodle dish can (and does!) take on infinite forms and formats, but at its core, it's a hearty comfort food. Anney and Lauren dig into the rich history of phở. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FoodStuff Fairy Tales: 'Goblin Market'
July 19, 2018 03:15 - 48 minutes - 44.4 MBBecause food is so often featured in fairy tales and fantasy stories, Anney & Lauren offer up a dramatic reading of Christina Rossetti's 'Goblin Market', along with commentary and special guests Robert Lamb & Joe McCormick. Come buy, y'all, come buy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Bountiful Look at the Breadfruit
July 13, 2018 23:34 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MBSometimes called the tropical potato, is breadfruit the greatest thing since sliced bread? What's mutiny got to do with it? Join Anney and Lauren as they get a loaf of breadfruit. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cocktail Hour: The Daiquiri
July 11, 2018 17:16 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBFrom a simple rum punch to a frozen neon monstrosity to a call for mindfulness, the daiquiri is a cocktail with as many definitions as it has drinkers. Anney and Lauren dive into the winding history of the daiquiri. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FoodStuff's Spin on Cotton Candy
July 06, 2018 21:18 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBDentists originally created this fairground favorite, and the science behind it is fascinating. Anney and Lauren explore the history, chemistry, and physics of cotton candy. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FoodStuff Gets Frank About Hot Dogs
July 04, 2018 15:54 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBFor better or wurst, the hot dog is an icon of American eating. Anney and Lauren dig into this sausage sandwich's history, explain how they're made, and discuss the many styles of hot doggery. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Basil: Herb Your Enthusiasm
June 29, 2018 20:39 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBOne of the most popular and ancient herbs around, basil is associated with a strange range of myths and legends. From scorpions and basilisks to star-crossed lovers, join us as we explore the many stories of basil. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Un-Chill Story of Quiescently Frozen Confections
June 27, 2018 21:01 - 30 minutes - 27.8 MBThe Popsicle brand and other makers of ice pops have been cooling down our summers for over a century. Anney and Lauren explore the battle over the brand name, plus how these frozen treats are made. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Fresh Look at the Cucumber
June 22, 2018 20:56 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBAlthough sometimes thin-skinned, cucumbers have only rarely lost their cool factor over the millennia. Anney & Lauren look into the history and science behind this popular summer addition to everything from salads to sour beers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On the Road with FoodStuff
June 20, 2018 20:27 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBOn our trip to Kentucky's bourbon trail, we visited a few other eateries along the way and chatted (a bunch) about food. Join Anney, Lauren, and Producer Dylan from the road to hear about the original KFC, local Lexington breweries, donuts and lots more. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Fishy Tale of Worcestershire Sauce
June 15, 2018 22:20 - 25 minutes - 23 MBAs complex to make as it can be to pronounce, Worcestershire sauce is prized for its pungent flavor. Anney and Lauren examine the history and science that make Worcestershire sauce possible. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Spread of Peanut Butter
June 13, 2018 22:47 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBAlthough peanuts have been feeding us for basically ever, peanut butter is a pretty new invention. Anney and Lauren explore how peanut butter came to be, plus the science of how it stays fresh for so long. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Can-Do Story of the Can Opener
June 08, 2018 22:26 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBCanned food existed for almost 50 years before the can opener, and even then it took us centuries to come up with a really good one. Anney and Lauren explore the history and physics of this finger-saving device. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bourbon: Talking (Wild) Turkey
June 06, 2018 22:07 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBWe went behind the scenes at the Wild Turkey distillery to learn how bourbon is made, plus sat down with Master Distiller Eddie Russell to talk about the past, present, and future of American whiskey. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bourbon: America's Spirit
June 02, 2018 19:42 - 56 minutes - 52.3 MBThe history and science of bourbon and the barrels it's aged in is fascinating, frisky, and overall neat. Just how we like our bourbon. The episode isn't this corny, we promise. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Dish on Crayfish
May 30, 2018 21:53 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBCrayfish (aka crawfish or crawdads) are arguably the tastiest li'l Lovecraftian horrors around. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and seriously strange science behind these curious crustaceans. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kentucky Derby Field Trip: Juleps, Hot Browns, and Pies, Oh My!
May 26, 2018 03:26 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBThe longest-running sporting competition in the U.S., the Kentucky Derby is both a national and specifically local cultural event. Fresh back from a field trip, we discuss the foods & drinks of the Derby. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
50 Shapes of Pasta
May 23, 2018 16:46 - 45 minutes - 41.9 MBFrom acini di pepe to ziti, pasta comes in way more than 50 different shapes. But why? And how?? Anney and Lauren explore the saucy history and science of pasta in all its glorious forms. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pomegranate: The Seediest Fruit
May 19, 2018 00:13 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBThe pomegranate has been associated with fertility in everything from ancient myth to modern marketing campaigns. So how did it get this reputation? Is there any science behind the stories? Anney and Lauren explore in this episode of FoodStuff. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Interview: Finding Equity at the Table
May 17, 2018 15:56 - 41 minutes - 38 MBWhen you cook, you're telling a story -- but in the food industry, some voices have typically gone unheard. We speak with two activists, Julia Turshen and Hawa Hassan, who are working to give those voices a platform and help connect us all through food. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Four Humours: Humor Us Here
May 12, 2018 14:58 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBAncient Greco-Islamic medicine and philosophy created the concept of the four humours: bodily fluids that must be kept in balance -- or else. Anney and Lauren explore how humoral theory codified food and healthy eating habits for millennia. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mocktail Hour
May 10, 2018 00:08 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBNo- or low-alcohol cocktails are getting some serious attention these days, and for pretty excellent reasons. We explore the science, history, and culture of mocktails with help from a special guest: podcaster and food writer Julia Bainbridge. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Fictional Foods: Willy Wonka
May 05, 2018 02:33 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBThis episode is your (golden) ticket to 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' and its films -- we explore both our favorite fictional foods and their weirder-than-fiction, real-life counterparts, from Everlasting Gobstoppers to flammable ice cream. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Sappy Story of Maple Syrup
May 02, 2018 16:00 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBMaple syrup has been sweetening dishes for centuries -- and it may contain the key to some futuristic medicines. Anney and Lauren pour themselves into the history and science of maple syrup. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Awesome-Sauce Sriracha Episode
April 27, 2018 23:07 - 31 minutes - 29 MBThis Thai-style condiment, popularized in the U.S. by a Vietnamese immigrant, inspires fan loyalty and frustrations alike. Anney and Lauren explore where sriracha comes from, its meteoric pop-culture rise, and the science of why hot sauce burns so good. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why Do We Eat Three Meals a Day?
April 26, 2018 18:24 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBMany cultures, especially Western ones, eat three meals a day -- by why? Have we always done that? We explore the history (and etymology) of breakfast, lunch, and dinner -- plus some science behind whether breakfast is really the most important meal. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Fully-Baked Episode on Cannabis Edibles
April 21, 2018 00:59 - 1 hour - 57 MBHistory: How people have infused cannabis into food and drink for millennia, but recent stigma rendered edibles illicit and illegal. Science: Why the edible high is different. Bonus: Beca Grimm joins us to talk about modern pot culture and dope girls. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hot Tamales!
April 18, 2018 22:20 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBTamales are an ancient food imbued with limitless possibilities, tastiness, and... chemistry-based nutritional benefits? Anney and Lauren get wrapped up in the long history and hot science of this Mesoamerican staple/comfort food. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
James Beard: A Giant of the Kitchen
April 13, 2018 21:42 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBJames Beard is called the dean of American cooking for good reason -- he was a prolific pioneer of local, sustainable food that's celebratory, indulgent, and approachably DIY. We explore the life of this sometimes troubled chef, writer, and bon vivant. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tempting Tempeh
April 11, 2018 21:22 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBThis textured vegetarian protein is fairly new to a lot of the world, but tempeh's history goes way back. Anney and Lauren dig in, plus explore the amazing fungal chemistry that makes tempeh tasty, nutritious, and safe to eat. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bonus Episode: A Salty Interview
April 10, 2018 23:40 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn researching our previous episode, we spoke with salt expert Suzi Sheffield about where different salts come from, and how they can provide a palate of flavors to play with in your cooking. Join us for the full interview in this bonus episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Salt: What's Shaking?
April 07, 2018 01:35 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBSalt -- necessary for human life yet easy to overeat -- has sparked wars and innovations alike. We dig into the complex history and science behind this edible mineral, plus talk to expert Suzi Sheffield about salts’ amazing flavor properties. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.