Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Best of 2025: Part 1
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Dec 29, 2025 In this special, Rod Gilbert, a comedian from Wales, shares a touching sparkling-water song and personal stories about family meals. Robert De Niro reminisces about on-set food experiences and his love for desserts, revealing fun anecdotes and dessert-sharing moments with friends. Chef Santiago Lastra shares intricate techniques on preparing Patagonian-style lamb, and discusses unique cooking methods like pit burial. Together, they offer delightful insights into food nostalgia, culinary creativity, and unforgettable dining moments.
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Hydration Trends Can Backfire
- Cultural norms shape drinking habits: carrying large water bottles became common in the U.S. despite risks of overconsumption.
- The podcast warned that following trendy hydration rules without medical guidance can be dangerous.
You Can Overhydrate And Harm Your Brain
- Drinking excessive water can cause hyponatremia and dangerous brain swelling.
- James and guests warn that overhydration from chasing arbitrary two‑liter targets can be harmful.