Savor

This brand of prepackaged pastries, ostensibly meant to be toasted, is a success story of marketing and science. Anney and Lauren dig into the history of Pop Tarts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This South American grape brandy comes in two distinct styles that both delight drinkers in their own ways. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and culture of pisco.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This category of savory sauces covers starchy sides and keeps main dishes moist across the English-speaking world – and beyond. Anney and Lauren boil down the science and history of gravy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mushrooms are a delicious, nutritious part of our diets, but they’ve more traditionally been a medicine -- and you definitely shouldn't eat wild mushrooms without an expert. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science of the fungus among us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This sweet, creamy nut lends itself to snacking and all kinds of dishes, but some 90 percent of the world’s crop goes to processing for sweets. Anney and Lauren crack open the science and history of hazelnuts (and filberts).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This rich, warming beverage can be sweet or bitter, spiced or simple, heavy or feathery light – but every iteration comes down to ground cacao. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of hot chocolate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This type of single-serving pie often involves dough wrapped around another savory starch, like mashed potatoes or kasha. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of knishes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This cooking oil is made from butter that's been browned and clarified to produce something as delicious as it is shelf-stable. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of ghee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This processed pork product inspires fierce loyalty – and fabulous breakfasts – no matter what you call it. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of pork roll/Taylor ham.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This diminutive legume plays a giant role in the history of agriculture. Anney and Lauren explore the science and history of lentils.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.