

Savor
iHeartPodcasts
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?
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Jan 28, 2021 • 38min
The Paella Episode Panned Out
This comforting dish is a lot more than just rice with stuff – it’s been called the history of Spain in a pan. Anney and Lauren dig into the rich story behind paella. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 23, 2021 • 39min
The Maligned Lima Bean
These half-moon legumes go by many names and spark many strong opinions. Anney and Lauren explore the science and history of the lima bean/butterbean. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 20, 2021 • 31min
Savor Classics: Jelly Doughnuts
Sufganiyot, pączki, Berliners, bismarcks, or jambusters: Whatever you call 'em, we love jelly doughnuts. Anney and Lauren explore how this treat became a part of holidays around the world. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 16, 2021 • 36min
The Scrapple of Our Eye
This breakfast protein isn’t well known outside of the Mid-Atlantic, but not for a lack of enthusiastic press. Anney and Lauren dig into the history, culture, and poetry of scrapple. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 14, 2021 • 49min
Poppin' Off About Pringles
These potato-based snack chips are wonders of structural science. Anney and Lauren explore the history and mathematics behind Pringles. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 9, 2021 • 28min
The Icewine Cometh
This sweet wine is made from grapes frozen on the vine to produce concentrated flavors. Anney and Lauren explore the decidedly cool science and history of ice wine. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 2021 • 34min
Cracking Wise with Sage
This warm-flavored herb has been highly regarded as a seasoning and a medicine throughout the ages. Anney and Lauren explore the history, culture, and science of sage. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 2021 • 43min
Our Daily Cornbread
This bread is definitely made from cornmeal, but what else goes in (or definitely doesn’t go in) is a matter of some opinion. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and culture of cornbread. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 2020 • 37min
Bowled Over by Miso
This seasoning paste (and soup ingredient) owes its complex flavors to a double fermentation of grains and legumes. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and science of miso. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 25, 2020 • 54min
Fictional Foods: The Chronicles of Narnia
This series of fantasy stories is about adventure, friendship, loyalty, faith – and food. Anney and Lauren go further up and further into the fantastical fruits and humble feasts of C.S. Lewis’s ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


