A Fascinating Tour of Our Solar System & The Amazing Story of the Sandwich
Dec 23, 2024
auto_awesome
In a delightful discussion, sandwich expert Barry Enderwick shares the storied history of sandwiches, unraveling their evolution and debunking the myth of the Earl of Sandwich as their sole creator. He dives into unique flavor combinations and cultural variations, along with fun anecdotes from his culinary adventures. The conversation also transports listeners through our solar system, examining each planet's characteristics and pondering the existence of life beyond Earth, making for an entertaining blend of gastronomy and astronomy.
Exploring our solar system reveals unique planetary characteristics, such as Mars' blue sunsets and Mercury's unusual rotational dynamics.
The history and evolution of sandwiches showcase their cultural significance and creative variations, reflecting global culinary diversity and innovation.
Deep dives
The Science Behind a Runny Nose in Cold Weather
When exposed to cold air, the nose reacts by increasing mucus production, which can lead to a runny nose. This response occurs because the nose is designed to warm and humidify incoming air. The blood vessels in the nasal area dilate, and mucus tissues swell, contributing to the excess mucus. Additionally, when this newly humidified air is exhaled, the moisture can condense upon exposure to the colder outdoor temperatures, resulting in further liquid discharge.
Exploring Our Solar System
Traveling through the solar system reveals a variety of unique characteristics about each planet. For instance, Mercury has an unusual orbit where its day exceeds its year, making its rotation period much longer. Mars, reminiscent of a dry, frozen version of Earth, offers a stunning blue sunset due to its unique atmospheric properties. Meanwhile, Venus presents a duality with its extreme heat and pressure at the surface contrasting with a more inviting environment high in its atmosphere.
The Intriguing History and Varieties of Sandwiches
The origins of sandwiches are not entirely clear, but they have evolved significantly since their introduction, with one possible origin story linked to the Earl of Sandwich in the 18th century. Sandwiches come in countless variations around the world, reflecting different cultural influences, such as the classic Reuben or the contemporary tomato sandwich from Turkey and the Wolf. Many surprising combinations exist, illustrating how creativity has flourished in sandwich-making, leading to delightful surprises like peanut butter, avocado, and coconut club sandwiches. The sandwich's versatility has allowed it to adapt to modern tastes, making it a staple in various cuisines worldwide.
The Penny Drop Myth and Its Reality
There's a common myth that dropping a penny from a great height, such as the Empire State Building, can be deadly, but this is largely exaggerated. In reality, due to wind resistance, a penny would not reach enough velocity to cause serious harm, and it might even be possible to catch it unharmed. However, a more streamlined object like a ballpoint pen would indeed have a higher chance of causing injury upon impact. This highlights the fascinating physics involved with objects falling from heights and how perception can often misrepresent reality.
What would happen if you were walking by the Empire State Building right at the time someone dropped a penny, and it hit you on top of your head? Listen as this episode begins with the science behind this hypothetical experiment that reveals whether you would live or die. Source: Bill Sones author of Can A Guy Get Pregnant? https://amzn.to/3ZZbwkF
Who doesn’t love a good sandwich? What makes a great sandwich? What makes a horrible one? Come along as we take a look back through the history and lore and the sandwich as well as some suggestions on some sandwiches you can make that will knock your socks off. Our guide is Barry Enderwick. He is the quintessential expert on the sandwich and has eaten just about every kind of sandwich (good and bad) you can imagine or has been created since the dawn of sandwiches. Barry is the author of the book Sandwiches of History: The Cookbook: All the Best (and Most Surprising) Things People Have Put Between Slices of Bread (https://amzn.to/3VxNVEI)
INDEED: Get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to get your jobs more visibility at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING Support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms & conditions apply.
AURA: Save on the perfect gift by visiting https://AuraFrames.com to get $35-off Aura’s best-selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code SOMETHING at checkout!
SHOPIFY: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at https://Shopify.com/sysk . Go to SHOPIFY.com/sysk to grow your business – no matter what stage you’re in!
MINT MOBILE: Cut your wireless bill to $15 a month at https://MintMobile.com/something! $45 upfront payment required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customers on first 3 month plan only. Additional taxes, fees, & restrictions apply.
HERS: Hers is changing women's healthcare by providing access to GLP-1 weekly injections with the same active ingredient as Ozempic and Wegovy, as well as oral medication kits. Start your free online visit today at https://forhers.com/sysk
DELL: It's your last chance to snag Dell Technologies’ lowest prices of the year before the holidays! If you've been waiting for an AI-ready PC, this is their biggest sale of the year! Shop now at https://Dell.com/deals
PROGRESSIVE: The Name Your Price tool from Progressive can help you save on car insurance! You just tell Progressive what you want to pay and get options within your budget. Try it today at https://Progressive.com