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4.3

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1471 reviews

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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?

Podcast episodes

Check latest episodes from Savor podcast

Rewriting History: The Malinda Russell Episode

2024/02/24

Though her story was almost lost, this accomplished Black American cook and cookbook writer from the 1800s is teaching us new things about the cuisine and culture of her time. Anney and Lauren dig into the rediscovery of Malinda Russell and her recipes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savor Classics: The Mai Tai Cocktail

2024/02/21

For a rum punch designed with escapism in mind, this cocktail has a lot of controversy swirling around it. In our classic episode, Anney and Lauren dip into the history of the mai tai (plus, the science and history of cocktail umbrellas). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friday Fish Fry (Oh, Tartar Sauce)

2024/02/19

This social meal is a tradition in communities across the United States for a couple of dovetailing (fishtailing?) reasons. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and cultures behind the Friday fish fry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Many-Layered Baklava Episode

2024/02/16

This buttery pastry has as many iterations as it (often) has thin, flaky layers. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and cultures behind baklava. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Demogorgonzola

2024/02/14

This slightly aged, green-blue veined cheese is prized for its heckishly piquant flavor. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of gorgonzola. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turmeric: It Was All Yellow

2024/02/10

This vivid yellow underground stem has been used as a spice, medicine, and pigment for millennia. Anney and Lauren get into the rhi-zone with the science and history of turmeric. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apple Butter: Spread the Word

2024/02/07

This sweet, rich spread is made by cooking down apples until they’re smooth as butter. Anney and Lauren dip into the dairy-free science and history of apple butter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savor Marinates on Bulgogi

2024/02/02

This dish of marinated, barbecued beef doesn’t necessarily need to be barbecued, and it doesn’t need to be beef. Anney and Lauren dig into the history and science behind bulgogi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Bubbly Tepache Episode

2024/01/27

This lightly fermented drink is often made tangy-sweet with pineapple skin, core, and fruit. Anney and Lauren dip into the science and history of tepache. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Light Golden Syrup Episode

2024/01/24

This sweet syrup is a baker’s friend -- and an industrial byproduct of sugar refinement. Anney and Lauren dip into the history and science of golden syrup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savor Classics: Kale

2024/01/22

Nutrient dense and easy to grow, this leafy green was a culinary staple long before it was labeled a superfood. In this classic episode, Anney and Lauren dig into the rich history and savory science of kale. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hats Off to Sea Urchins

2024/01/19

These marine invertebrates have excellent skeletons and delicious gonads. Anney and Lauren dig into the science and history of eating sea urchin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Read Savor podcast reviews

4.3 out of 5

1471 reviews

DanielleH21984 2023/03/14

Good podcast

In general I like the show! Some parts of the episodes are very slow but others are interesting! I suspect this may be based on your interest. I like ...

Video Boi 2024/01/21

One of my favorite podcasts

Love the research and humor. I’ve been listening for years and they always make me smile.

lynnolympia 2024/01/11

Dim dull

And inarticulate. Uhhmmmm, uh and uh maybe the content interesting but this duo seriously needs to work on diction, pacing, pauses. Made it to ever...

JosephJohn12 2023/09/26

One of my favorite podcasts

I've enjoyed the episodes with no interviews the best. It's all very interesting.

HowwowKow 2023/09/16

Rough Draft

This show has potential; however, I would highly recommend Gastropod instead. Once you finish there then come here as you wait for more Gastropod epis...

iwbed 2023/07/10

Love it

If you’re a little goofy, love food and love stories you’ll love this podcast.

Blueskybitters 2023/03/25

Omg

Are the other reviewers listening to the same podcast? There’s so many at the top saying “I hate listening to two of the sweetest people have a fun ch...

parsleysage28 2023/02/09

Soothing & informative

My go-to podcast for dentist apts, late-night knitting, and anytime I need to wind down :)

Your Favorite NJ girl! 2022/11/21

My favorite

I LOVE this podcast! I feel like Anny and Lauren are friends of mine! I write in quite a bit and they finally did my requested episode! Taylor ham! ...

Sjdnshdnsn 2023/01/27

Laughing

What the freak is so funny, you two cackling hens?

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