Savor

This acclaimed animated film spins a cautionary tale about consumption and fulfillment through its vivid depictions of food. Anney and Lauren explore the world of Hayao Miyazaki’s ‘Spirited Away’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This caramelized whey cheese can add creamy, tangy sweetness to breakfasts and beyond. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of brunost. (We’ll always talk about brunost!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This star-shaped spice adds warmth to sweet and savory dishes, plus drinks of all kinds, in cuisines around the world. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of star anise.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This seaweed extract literally brings together many of the foods and beverages on store shelves. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of carrageenan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This cool, creamy cake maintains a light & lofty air despite its titular triple dairy content. Anney and Lauren soak in the science and history of pastel de tres leches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Despite bunnies being just as prolific as the sayings go, this lean protein has never been as widely popular as other meats. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of eating rabbit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of Spam is one of war and peace, nostalgia and necessity, all-American innovation and greed. In this classic episode, Spammy Reese and Lauren Vogelspam explore the history and science behind Spam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We return to the not-so-distant world of our inbox for tales of friendship and magic from you, dear listeners! This iteration involves mostly more sports mascots, but with a smattering of peanut lore, effective in-home food marketing, and Anney’s best lima bean recommendations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This podcast explores the fascinating world of Sherry, discussing its complexities, flavors, and production process. It delves into the history and trade of Sherry wine, from ancient Rome to modern times. The hosts also discuss different types of wines, address listener mail, and explore the Salvadoran and Ethiopian food scene in Maryland. A mix of education and humor!

This liquid seasoning/condiment made from salted, fermented fish reigned in the Mediterranean for a thousand years, but then nearly disappeared for a thousand more before coming back into fashion. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of garum.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.