Johanna Mayer

Host/reporter for the podcast Science Diction who produced the episode segments about ketchup etymology and Rocky Road and narrates the feature stories.

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Oct 3, 2025 • 38min

How Ketchup Got Its Name (Reheat)

Johanna Mayer, host and reporter for Science Diction, dives into the intriguing origins and evolution of ketchup, tracing it back to East Asian fish sauces. She reveals how early American ketchup transformed into a tomato-based staple thanks to Harvey Wiley's food safety experiments. The conversation also shifts to Rocky Road ice cream, exploring competing origin stories and the linguistic powers behind its appealing name. Discover how sound symbolism enhances the flavors we taste, and why some names stick while others fade away.

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