Savor
Savor digs into how people live and how they eat – and why. Hosts Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum interview the culinary creators and consumers of the world, exploring the science, history, and culture of food and drink, all with a key question in mind: Why do we like what we like, and how can we find more of those things?
Latest episodes
Mar 14, 2022 • 43min
It’s a Nice Day for a Black Pudding
This savory sausage, often served at breakfast, traditionally gets its rich color and flavor from blood. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and etymology of black pudding.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2022 • 37min
The Marvelous, Mighty Mango
This tropical tree fruit inspires some serious fandom (and research). Anney & Lauren dig into the sweet science and history of mangoes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 5, 2022 • 47min
Illuminating Aluminum Foil
This flexible, durable, lightweight metal foil changed how we preserve foods — once it became less expensive than gold. Anney and Lauren take a shine to the science and history behind aluminum foil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 3, 2022 • 1h 2min
Savor Classics: McDonald's
It's the biggest fast food chain in the world, but this behemoth has humble beginnings. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren explore the ambitions and intrigue that made the McDonald's McEmpire what it is today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 25, 2022 • 40min
Cocktail Hour: The Sazerac
This classic New Orleans cocktail is almost as storied as the city that created it. Anney and Lauren dip into the history of the Sazerac. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 23, 2022 • 41min
Fictional Foods: 'Downton Abbey'
This television series and its following films feature detailed depictions of Edwardian-era dining from the perspective of both the aristocratic class and those who served them – with a dose of snark from each. Anney and Lauren explore the semi-fictional foods of ‘Downton Abbey’. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2022 • 33min
The Crusty Baguette Episode
This long, skinny loaf of bread is deceptively simple and deeply loved. Anney and Lauren tear into the history and science behind the baguette. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 17, 2022 • 39min
Soaking in the Sunflowers
These large, lovely flowers each bear hundreds of seeds, prized for snacking and oil production alike. Anney and Lauren stick by ya -- and by the history and science of the sunflower. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2022 • 45min
Savor Chews on Toothpicks
These small utensils, most often made of disposable wood, bamboo, or plastic, find use across all kinds of hygienic and structural applications. Anney and Lauren take a stab at the history and science behind toothpicks. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 9, 2022 • 28min
A Layered Look at Biryani
This one-pot, rice-based main dish has infinite iterations that all come down to comfort. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind biryani. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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