StarTalk Radio The Science of Flavor with Arielle Johnson
Jul 12, 2024
Food scientist Arielle Johnson discusses flavor complexities, umami, terroir influence, and the science of taste perception with Neil deGrasse Tyson. They explore the evolution of flavor in food, artificial flavors, and the multi-billion dollar flavor industry. Topics also include the psychology of taste, breeding practices for flavorful fruits, challenges of microgravity agriculture, and future collaborations in taste tests and a forthcoming book.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Diving into Flavor: The Art and Science of Taste
01:31 • 13min
Unconventional Burger Toppings and Gaming on Nintendo Switch
14:51 • 3min
Exploring Flavor Complexity and Umami in Culinary Art
18:12 • 5min
Exploring Flavor: Terroir, Taste, and Techniques
23:19 • 11min
Exploring Alienware PC Deals and Encryption in Group Chats
34:00 • 2min
Exploring Attitudes Towards Artificial Flavors and the Flavor Industry
35:47 • 1min
Exploring the Science and Psychology of Taste
37:16 • 11min
Evolution of Flavor in Food and Agriculture
48:15 • 11min
Exploring Flavor and Future Topics
58:51 • 3min