You Won't Believe What I Ate Last Night
193 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 40 ratingsJoin Rick and Kate’s conversation about the endless challenge of getting and staying healthy in a tasty world. Topics range from comfort food, to healthy recipes, to advice on navigating social eating, to using mediation and other tools to get back on track. Come have a healthy laugh with us!
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Earth Day Eating: Honoring Mother Nature and Ourselves
April 15, 2024 14:44 - 45 minutes - 26.3 MB(S9 E7) Kate and Rick are excited to dive into how Earth Day can be an inspiration for staying healthy in a tasty world. From climate conscious eating to regenerative food, find out what small thing you can do to make a difference in the world and your health. They have the foods you should avoid and the foods you should include in your endeavor, along with ideas on how to be more earth-conscious eating out. Also up for discussion is a new version of old favorite saag paneer, and Tartiflette...
Shrinkflation: Sneaky downsizing
April 01, 2024 19:03 - 37 minutes - 21.9 MB(S9 E6) Have you noticed grocery items getting smaller for the same or higher price? Like they think we won't notice? Well Rick and Kate sure have, and they are here to rant about shrinkflation. From snack food to cat food, cake mix to coffee, less material in a same or larger package is becoming the norm. Come hear how Kate's goat is getting got! Also up for discussion in the What I Ate section is a ginger, sweet potato, kale, lentil and coconut milk stew (which obviously needs a shorter na...
Flash in the pan: Free food, state snacks, and butter chicken controversy
March 15, 2024 17:58 - 39 minutes - 22.9 MB(S9 E5) Kate and Rick are back with the hottest topics in the food world. From a new veggie dog on the market to an unusually flavored drink from Starbucks, Rick and Kate have all the food news that is funny, weird, and sometimes tasty. What is the secret ingredient reshaping the English tea experience? What airport will soon have a vineyard on the roof? A soporific mocktail and a secret Taylor Swift won’t give up are also on the menu. In the What I Ate section, an Asian feast and mom's pas...
The Bear: Our Current Favorite Food Show
March 01, 2024 12:10 - 35 minutes - 20.6 MB(S9 E4) Hulu's The Bear is one of the most popular and award winning shows currently streaming, and it happens to be one of Kate and Rick's favorite's. In this episode, Kate and Rick share why they think it's just not another show about food but so much more. From what food means to the characters, to how people use food to express love, and the role that service plays in making someone feel special. They also talk about the famous Chicago restaurants that are featured on the show. Also, i...
Homemade Stock and Broth: Everything you need to know
February 15, 2024 11:38 - 44 minutes - 26.1 MB(S9 E3) Call it broth, call it stock, but whatever you call it, Kate and Rick are here to share the secrets of this base used in so many dishes. From the simplicity of vegetable stock to the complexity of bone broth, they break down the four main types of stock and teach you how to make them. From ingredients to equipment, they outline streamlined production of this liquid gold that will transform your cooking. Whether you want to boil vegetables or bones, this episode is one for you. Also...
2024 Food Trends: What's in, out, and in again
February 01, 2024 12:00 - 30 minutes - 17.8 MB(S9 E2) Get ready to drink your meal! That's right - you heard it here first - and it's not what you think. Meal-flavored cocktails are amongst the wildest trends predicted for 2024. Rick and Kate give you a quick review of 2023 trends before launching into the highlights of '24. Get ready to review your frozen food section as changes are coming. Be prepared to enjoy "small luxuries" (in both senses of the word). Do you have the right appliance to trend with the rest of the country? And exa...
Fly me to Chicago: Rick Visits Kate
January 15, 2024 12:00 - 36 minutes - 21.2 MB(S9 E1) To celebrate the launch of season 10, Rick flies to Chicago so he and Kate can kick things off right. On the menu is an at-first weird, but ultimately tasty, roasted cauliflower and arugula salad. Also, a New Year's Eve dinner at a tasty Italian restaurant, and a brunch at a Chicago institution are things you won't want to miss. Have you ever tried Ina Garten's caramelized onion dip? Have you ever gone to Costco on New Year's Eve? Well they did, and they have the 411. A mushroom soup...
Kitchen Tools: Our top picks
December 15, 2023 12:23 - 35 minutes - 20.7 MB(S8 E24) When cooking is the only job you’ve got to do in your kitchen, you must have the right tools to get the job done. Rick and Kate are walking you through their favorite cooking implements and equipment that can make your job easier and your food tastier. Chopping, blending, mincing, opening, cleaning, boiling, braising, slicing – if there is a task, there is most likely a tool to help you be your best. Find out what will help you save time and make your food tastier. And if you're loo...
Flash in the Pan: Chip trends, fish flavored liquor, and bananas ruin everything
December 02, 2023 20:55 - 54 minutes - 48 MB(S8 E23) Get ready for the hottest and trendiest news items! Kate and Rick close out the year with the breaking food news items you should be aware of (or at least laugh about). Do the tags that seal the bread bags actually mean anything? Which country has the greatest number of the world's best restaurants? And which chili pepper did the Guiness Book of World Records name as the hottest pepper ever? Also, the top food names for animals and a pizza that gets spicier as you eat it round out...
Lentil up: types, tips, and favorite recipes
November 15, 2023 18:34 - 39 minutes - 23.2 MB(S8 E22) Find out why this 8000 year old plant is still popular today. Versatile, healthy, and affordable, it can be the side dish or the main star of your table. They can serve either as the star or supporting player in soups, stews, fritters, salads, chilis, burgers, and curries. Also they are replete with spiritual meaning. In the Jewish culture, lentils are an important food whose round shape symbolizes the cycle of life. In Arabic culture lentils are asassociated with prosperity. Many ...
What we ate: wonton ravioli, slaw, and sausage casing
November 01, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes - 26.7 MB(S8 E21) Rick and Kate have another fun and informative chat about what they have been cooking and eating lately. Share their pride in clearing out their fridges and freezers while making delicious meals out of random leftovers! Learn about the South Indian dish curd rice, and the North Indian dish lasooni palak. Do you know how to make a decent pizza crust out of freaking quinoa?! Listen in and find out, friends! . . . . . . . You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night is the o...
Full of piss and vinegar: Kate and Rick get acidic
October 17, 2023 01:51 - 38 minutes - 22.2 MB(S8 E20) You probably have at least one bottle of vinegar in your cabinet... and if you are similar to one of the podcast hosts, you might have 15. What exactly is vinegar and what are its uses? Kate and Rick have the 411 on this important and transformational item used in many dishes for millenia. How is it made? What is it made of? Are there a few vinegars everyone should have in their cabinet? Tune in to find out. Also, in the What I Ate section there is a visit to a DC restaurant run by ...
No bad apples: Eye on this bountiful, hardy treat
October 01, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 22.1 MB(S8 E19) Do you know how many varieties of apples exist?! It's probably way more than you think. Rick and Kate are here to help you break down this delicious and ubiquitous fruit, and share their favorite tips. Where do apples come from? What can you do with them? Which varieties are best suited for what application? Sweet, savory, or both? Listen and get inspired. The What I Ate segment also includes an inspiring left-over dinner and a lentil "cacciatore." . . . . . ...
Getting cozy: The flavors of Fall
September 16, 2023 17:48 - 43 minutes - 25.2 MB(S8 E18) A recipe for an amazing corn chowder starts off the Fall flavors episode, and you don’t want to miss the special trick that creates the flavor profile. Kate and Rick cover all things Fall, from the flavors to “sweater weather,” to a quiz from the producer that covers statistics on falling. This episode has it all: figs, apples, pears, maple, chai. Oh, and if you're looking for pumpkin spice, check our back catalogue for a previous episode all about that wildly popular flavor! . ...
The Eyes Have It: It’s potato time
September 01, 2023 20:27 - 49 minutes - 28.5 MB(S8 E17) Where do they come from? How long have they been around? And what are they good for? Kate and Rick bring you the 411 on everything potato. Which ones are good for potato salad? How do you make the perfect baked potato? From fried to boiled, mashed to roasted, puréed to flaked, there’s a lot of versatility in these little tubers. Their producer stops by with a quiz on this tasty crop, and one of them may be bringing some really bad spud jokes. . . . . . You Won’t Believe...
What We Ate: Full episode about our latest delights
August 15, 2023 15:13 - 54 minutes - 31.4 MB(S8 E16) Rick and Kate have for your listening pleasure a full extended episode of What They Ate Last Night! Learn some tasty recipes and surprising tips as they discuss recent successes (and not-so-much-successes) from their cooking and dining. Do you know what you can do with leftover whey if you make your own paneer or ricotta? How about knowing when flour is past its prime? Apparently making one's own green and yellow curry pastes is possible and not even that hard. Also included are tip...
FITP (Part Two): Hibiscus cheese, Old Bay Gold Fish, and a fake priest
August 01, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes - 21 MB(S8 E15) Kate and Rick are back with part two of their summer Flash In The Pan series focusing on food news and trends that are always interesting, mostly amusing, and sometimes scary. From the rise of savory cocktails to a new flavor of Kit Kat, to one of our favorite product lines possibly going bankrupt, they have it all. Did you know there is a chef banning vegans from his restaurant? What copycat snacks are being cracked down on by the FTC? And how will the English people be hit in th...
FITP: (Part One) Chains making changes, price gouging, and probably cannibalism
July 17, 2023 11:58 - 36 minutes - 21 MB(S8 E14) It’s that time of the year when we bring you the latest and most exciting trends and news stories. Kate and Rick keep their fingers on the pulse of the food world to deliver you surprising and ridiculous hot topics. Find out how the creators of South Park are trying out the newest model for paying servers, who has created a spoiled food detector, and why a renewed ancient fad in China may be hard to swallow. This is only part one of two parter. Up for discussion on the What I Ate s...
Let's Go Out: Dining Al Fresco
July 01, 2023 13:32 - 32 minutes - 18.8 MB(S8 E13) Ahhh…the great outdoors! Summer is here and it brings to mind hiking, biking, walking and…eating outside! Along with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, it also means there is no better time to think about meeting your friends in the fresh air of summer. What dishes are the best to prepare (or buy) to make your outdoor dining experience memorable? Fancy picnics may have originated so hunting parties could get a protein boost before battling the animals of the estate, but no animals...
Tik Tok viral recipes: Does trendy = good?
June 15, 2023 11:00 - 41 minutes - 24.1 MB(S8 E12) Get ready for a rundown of food trends rocking Tik Tok! From the legendary "Tik tok pasta" to cloud bread, from corn ribs to a sushi bake, some fun (and not so fun) things people are making popular. Kate and Rick bring you some of the most interesting ideas, as well as some odd ones. They share the ideas they would try, and also the suspicious ones that seem like fails. Are these trends helpful, necessary, or simply entertaining? Also up for discussion is fancy-schmancy afternoon te...
The Humble Oat: Mighty and Nutritious
June 01, 2023 11:00 - 30 minutes - 17.8 MB(S8 E11) Oats are one of the most nutritionally rich and widely available grains to help us manage our diet. Kate and Rick talk about the many uses for this ancient grain in your diet. Should you use rolled or steel cut oats in overnight oats? How do you use them in ice cream or oat milk? How about bread? Have you had savory oatmeal? These versatile seeds contain soluble fiber and antioxidants which support several systems in the body and have other health benefits. Also up for discussion in...
Hand pies: portable, flavorful, and universal
May 15, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 18.6 MB(S8 E10) Nearly every culture has a hand pie, and for good reason. Rick and Kate talk about what constitutes a legit hand pie, and of course they discuss their favorites. Cornwall is famous for its pasty, Latin America for its empanadas, and Asia has the samosa and Xian Bing -- and that’s just the beginning of the list! Which country’s hand pie will be your favorite? Kate and Rick also give you plenty of info to try your hand at making them at home. Also discussed in the What I Ate section a...
Umami: The Fifth Taste
May 02, 2023 14:40 - 34 minutes - 20.3 MB(S8 E9) Umami is a word that has taken over cooking shows, recipes, and reviews all over America, being thrown around the way a chef throws salt over her shoulder. But what does it really mean? Kate and Rick explain this fifth basic taste, discuss its health benefits and composition, and give examples of how and when to use it. This word may have originated in Japan and Asian cuisine, but the taste of umami is found in ingredients and cuisines throughout the world. Often described as a savor...
Pasta-bilities: Shapes, flavors, and our favorite recipes
April 15, 2023 11:00 - 42 minutes - 24.8 MB(S8 E8) Get ready for a tasty episode! Kate and Rick are breaking down their favorite pasta dishes and you can almost taste it through your speakers. Rumor has it there are over 350 different shapes of pasta - how can anyone decide? Turns out they each have a particular use! Tune in to learn what shapes go best with which types of sauce. Rick and Kate offer specialized tips and techniques to make your pasta dishes even more flavorful. YWBWIALN's producer Janice also stops by with a pasta ...
Flash in the Pan: Peeps flavored soda, a 3D printed tongue, and a foot long potato chip
April 01, 2023 11:00 - 47 minutes - 27.7 MB(S8 E7) Kate and Rick are back with the most current and breaking news in the food world. From lab grown meat to seasonal Easter treats, their list is fun and fresh. What are the latest (and occasionally weird) beverages coming from Starbucks? Get the dirt on this year's foods with most and least pesticide concerns (known as the dirty dozen and clean dozen). Do you know how most Americans plan on eating their Easter bunny this year? And straight from America’s Test Kitchen, they bring you th...
Soy Excited!: Tofu, edamame, and isoflavones
March 16, 2023 23:38 - 35 minutes - 20 MB(S8 E6) Soy - the good, the bad, and the tasty. What is the Harvard School of Public Health saying about this sometimes controversial, and often derided, bean? (Spoiler: it seems like a healthy choice). Do you know the many forms/uses of soy? Also, what are some simple ways you can incorporate it into your meal planning, and when should you avoid it? Also, a lengthy discussion about tofu that had never o’curd to Kate and Rick until now. You may soydom use tofu, but have you considered it as ...
How the Body Fights Diets: And Why Rick and Kate Are So Pissed About It
March 02, 2023 22:05 - 31 minutes - 71.4 MB(S8 E5) For this episode, Kate and Rick reach back into the vault of past seasons. Do you know anyone who has NEVER had to diet? Kate and Rick do, and they are pissed about it! Dieting doesn’t work! Did you know that? Well, if not, Rick and Kate are here to break the big news stories. Join them as they share and dissect an article entitled “How Your Body Fights Back When You Diet.” This article makes Kate and Rick so angry they had to issue their first cursing disclaimer! Metabolism, geneti...
5 tips: Working with recipes
February 15, 2023 19:06 - 52 minutes - 30 MB(S8 E4) We all love a good recipe, and everyone lucky enough to cook uses them at some point. But what are the best practices for using recipes? Rick and Kate have created 5 fabulous tips that will help you take your recipe following to a new level. Do you know what elements of a recipe can be changed, and which ones can't? Do you know your own flavor preferences? Should you trust the amount of time a recipe says it will take? Stay tuned for Kate and Rick’s thoughts. Also on the menu for dis...
Homemade Pizza Time: Freshness, Choices, and Tips
February 01, 2023 12:32 - 53 minutes - 31 MB(S8 E3) Making your own pizza can help you stay healthy in a tasty world. Kate and Rick talk you through the layers of consideration of how to compose your own pizza. Learning to make pizza at home not only saves money but allows you to control the flavor and those pesky calories. Should you make your own dough, and if so, should you use a pizza stone or not? Or will you buy fresh dough, or get something pre-baked? Rick and Kate also dish about possibilities for both classic and creative sau...
Food Trends for 2023: Buckwheat, Added fees, and Hibiscus
January 15, 2023 16:54 - 46 minutes - 27 MB(S8 E2) Listening to the food trend experts gives Kate and Rick a lot to be excited about in 2023, and they are here to summarize and share their findings. Are you ready to hear about the most exciting (and odd) trends coming to a supermarket or restaurant near you? From restaurants that give you a dinner party vibe, to sesame, to the next evolution of croissants, you should buckle up (or should we say loosen your belt?). There's something fishy going on, and also something faux-fishy. Up fo...
Chocolate: Good or bad? And Do We Care?
January 01, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 22.1 MB(S8 E1) Why should we be eating chocolate—ASIDE FROM THE OBVIOUS? With Halloween fast approaching, Kate and Rick discuss the health benefits of this ancient, dark nectar, from its historical beginnings in current day Central America to its popularity during Halloween and other American holidays. They also discuss the largest chocolate bunny ever made and how many cups the great Montezuma reportedly drank every day. Do you know who invented the chocolate chip cookie and how much the original ...
Flash In The Pan: Pigs in a blanket shake, vegan fast food, and more unbelievable food news
December 15, 2022 12:00 - 39 minutes - 22.4 MB(S7 E24) For their final episode of season 7, Kate and Rick are bringing you the latest and oddest news from the food industry. What is the ingredient a major food manufacturer wants you to put in your eggnog this holiday season? If you botch your holiday meal, which fast food chain is going to replace it? Which infamous “cheese” product are you being encouraged make a cocktail with? And do you know how alcohol might save the world? Find out when you tune in. Also, in the You Won’t Believe W...
Brunch: Cheerful, Tasty, Sanctioned Day Drinking
December 02, 2022 04:05 - 42 minutes - 24.4 MB(S7 & E23) Whether you are celebrating, getting together with friends, or just enjoying your weekend, brunch is one of the most beloved ways to gather and eat. Kate and Rick discuss one of the most social, cheerful, and filling meals available. From savory to sweet, brunch has something for everyone. What makes brunch, well, brunch? What is the history of brunch and its most popular items? When should it begin and end? Rick and Kate share a plethora of their favorite brunch items, brunch pla...
Visiting a Friend: Bourbon, Cheese, and Pasta
November 16, 2022 02:27 - 39 minutes - 22.5 MB(S7 E22) Kate and Rick come together in person for a bourbon and cheese tasting, and a pasta making session with two friends of the podcast. What makes a good bourbon? How do you create a well-rounded cheese plate? They both have some suggestions and tips to make your job easier. Also up for discussion are two dishes the preparer was not happy about, and a meal salvaged by an impromptu sauce.
Cutting carbs: Not all or nothing
November 01, 2022 11:00 - 39 minutes - 23.1 MB(S7 E21) It’s that time of the year! Not the holidays, but time to review the role carbohydrates play in our diet. Kate and Rick discuss this important nutrient, and explain why being conscious of its intake can lead to a healthier lifestyle and long-term wellbeing. They review what exactly carbs are and where they lurk, differentiate the "good" carbs from the "bad" carbs, and most importantly, offer tips and techniques for how to reduce and replace them. Also, net carbs are all the rage now...
The Mediterranean Diet: Why It's Considered the Best
October 15, 2022 12:47 - 32 minutes - 18.8 MB(S7 E20) The Mediterranean “diet” has long been considered one of the best ways to eat and stay healthy in a tasty world. You might be surprised to find it also includes a deep connection to the food, land, and people preparing and enjoying it. Kate and Rick talk in detail about what it includes, and why it shapes up to be a delightfully healthy way of eating. This episode's What I Ate section also includes a kaeng liang curry and a crispy marinated tofu dish.
Noodling around: From Asia to Italy and beyond
October 01, 2022 11:27 - 51 minutes - 29.4 MB(S7 E19) Kate and Rick discuss one of the great comfort foods of all time: noodles. Do you know how many different varieties of Asian noodles there are? Well neither do they, because there are so many! From Asia to Italy, from Shirataki to zoodles, Rick and Kate give you the lay of noodle land. They discuss favorite uses and recipes, the healthiest and least expensive options, and a bit of noodle history. Also up for discussion are a fabulous brunch and a smoked mushroom sandwich. . ....
Cooking On A Budget: Bulk, sales, and thoughtfulness
September 15, 2022 11:22 - 58 minutes - 33.7 MB(S7 E18) Kate and Rick are on the hunt for ideas and techniques for those who are feeling the pinch in grocery stores, which is most of us! They have tons of tips, tricks, and suggestions for a more budget-friendly shopping experience. Why are prices higher than normal, and what can you do about it? Should you be buying prepared foods? What luxuries items can you replace with items that still make you feel special? Find out the most affordable items to purchase and which ones you may want to...
Flash In The Pan: Smuggled McMuffins, chocolate shortage, and weird new flavors
September 01, 2022 21:33 - 42 minutes - 24.5 MB(S7 E17) Kate and Rick have lots of breaking news in this episode of Flash in the Pan. From a Halloween candy shortage by one of your favorite vendors, to Top Chef, to food smuggling, the hottest and craziest food news items are coming your way. What does Hulu’s new show The Bear have to do with food? Exactly how close will famed English chef Gordon Ramsey and Rick get in the coming months? They also tackle the latest Tik Tok food sensation and why you may want to buy olive oil sooner rath...
Flash The Pan: Smuggled McMuffins, chocolate shortage, and weird new flavors
September 01, 2022 21:33 - 42 minutes - 24.5 MB(S7 E17) Kate and Rick have lots of breaking news in this episode of Flash in the Pan. From a Halloween candy shortage by one of your favorite vendors, to Top Chef, to food smuggling, the hottest and craziest food news items are coming your way. What does Hulu’s new show The Bear have to do with food? Exactly how close will famed English chef Gordon Ramsey and Rick get in the coming months? They also tackle the latest Tik Tok food sensation and why you may want to buy olive oil sooner rath...
World cuisine flavor profiles: How to stock your pantry
August 15, 2022 21:33 - 38 minutes - 21.8 MB(7 E16) Kate and Rick are breaking down the basic flavors, spices, aromatics, and seasonings that build some of your favorite cuisines. With few pantry items you can pivot toward Mexican, Indian, Italian, Thai, or Chinese flavors. When you are strapped for time, having these items in your pantry (and your brain) can spice up your meal prep. You may be surprised by the cross-over items from multiple cuisine that can lead to a sassy and streamlined pantry. Also, up for discussion is an Impossi...
Food Quiz: Test your knowledge
August 01, 2022 14:59 - 27 minutes - 15.8 MB(S7 E15) One of the most entertaining segments on the You Won’t Believe What I Ate Last Night podcast gets a full episode treatment. Rick quizzes Kate with, well, a quiz, filled with quizzical questions. Producer Janice has pulled herself away from the bar to create questions on subjects ranging from food trucks to eating in space to the roots of the Food and Drug Administration. Also on their plates this episode is a surprising meal at the 2022 James Beard Foundation award winner for best r...
I scream, you scream: Let's talk frozen treats
July 15, 2022 18:58 - 42 minutes - 24.1 MB(S7 E14) Do you know what the healthiest frozen treats are? How about the difference between gelato, ice cream, and custard? Rick and Kate discuss their favorite recipes for delights ranging from decadent custard ice cream to frozen yogurt and fruit pops. Don't have an ice cream machine? No problem, you'll be inspired by their recipe ideas to make no-churn ice cream. Also up for discussion are a vegetable hash and homemade savory tart. . . . . . . . . . . You Won’t Belie...
It's Getting Hot In Here: Ideas for Fun Summer Foods
July 01, 2022 16:09 - 43 minutes - 24.7 MB(S7 E13) Summer is here! The time of the year most associated with fresher fruit, vegetables, grilling, and being outdoors. Kate and Rick share the foods they are most looking forward to consuming this summer. Flavored water, various salads, and fresh fruit are all on the menu. Kate offers up her famous grilled salad, and Rick shares his most recent veggie burger endeavor. Wondering exactly how much meat are Americans expected to consume this summer? And yes, Rick and Kate have the most rece...
Road Trip: What to Eat, Pack, and Bring
June 15, 2022 11:34 - 50 minutes - 29 MB(S7 E12) Kate and Rick have road trips coming up and are here to share their tips and techniques for what tastiness to pack for the car. And if you're planning to cook when you arrive at your destination, they have you covered for that as well. The good thing to remember is that road trip food has no calories, right? Whether it evokes memories of childhood or excitement for the future, road trips are a staple of traveling. How do you make packing for a car trip special, healthier, and most i...
What’s Cooking?: Kate and Rick's Latest Culinary Adventures
June 01, 2022 22:08 - 41 minutes - 23.9 MB(S7 E11) Rick and Kate have been busy in their kitchens trying new recipes and they are very excited to share what they have cooked and concocted, what rules they followed, and which ones they broke. Two different types of curries, a fancy Spring pea salad, lentil pancakes, and gochujang carrots! That’s right, you read that correctly. Also, an Instant Pot cheesecake and a fabulous wheatberry salad. Clean your kitchen, get shopping, and get listening! . . . . . . You Won’t Belie...
All Paired Up: Matching food with wine and liquor
May 16, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 21.4 MB(S7 E10) Kate and Rick break down the basics of wine and food parings in a way that is accessible and fun. Paring the right drink with the right food allows you to enhance your eating experience as well as the overall impact on your senses. What are the types of pairings? Which tastes are important? What is the science behind pairings? Rick and Kate have it covered! Pairings involve some subjectivity along with specific guidelines, so learn a few tips on the easiest way to begin refining your...
Fruits of our labor: All about the sweetest produce
May 01, 2022 11:28 - 51 minutes - 29.4 MB(S7 E9) Did you eat your fresh fruits as kid? Do you now? Kate and Rick talk about the health pros and cons of fruit, the role it played in their diet when they were younger and also as adults, and how they love to use it. How do we determine which fruits are good for us and which aren't? What fruits make the "dirty dozen” and "clean fifteen" pesticide lists for 2022? Also, what’s the skinny on that pesky glycemic issue? Not to worry, they have it covered. YWBWIA’s producer Janice stumbles ...
Menopause and Food: Kate and Rick interview Dr. Anna Cabeca, The Girlfriend Doctor
April 15, 2022 11:30 - 41 minutes - 23.7 MB(S7 E8) “The Girlfriend Doctor” and author of the new book MenuPause is in the house to chat about menopause, perimenopause, and the role that food plays in the process. Rick and Kate interview Dr. Anna Cabeca, a triple board-certified OB-GYN with a specialty in hormones in relation to women’s health. (Listen up men, and father of future men, don’t click away! There is advice about ways to support the women in your life whether it's your wife, mother, sister, or podcast partner). Dr. Cabeca ...
Flash In The Pan: Shrinkflation, rebranding cup noodles, and a new marshmallow drink
April 01, 2022 19:06 - 38 minutes - 21.8 MB(S7 E7) Kate and Rick bring you the breaking food news and trends you will want to keep your eyes on. What exactly is shrinkflation and what do you need to be on the lookout for? What shenanigans is Chipotle up to with your chips? And a new flavor of vodka is about to hit the market that seems very fishy. Also, hear what an Italian bakery is doing to support refugees from Ukraine, and the latest study on the health benefits of coffee. Also up for discussion is a quinoa pizza crust and a pork...