Gastropod
Cynthia Graber and Nicola TwilleyFood with a side of science and history. Every other week, co-hosts Cynthia Graber and Nicola Twilley serve up a brand new episode exploring the hidden history and surprising science behind a different food- or farming-related topic, from aquaculture to ancient feasts, from cutlery to chile peppers, and from microbes to Malbec. We interview experts, visit labs, fields, and archaeological digs, and... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 278 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ScienceFoodArts | |||
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Today, 'vanilla' often means boring, and yet the edible seedpod of this Central American orchid is one of the most expensive spices in the world, not to mention one of the most popular flavors globally. So how did this coveted bean get such a ho-hum ... more
Yoghurt is the most diverse section of the dairy case: from Icelandic skyr to creamy Australian, and fruity French Yoplait to full-fat Greek. With something to suit every palate, plus a dose of microbes to support healthy digestion, yoghurt is a stap... more
Every second of every day, plants on earth do something miraculous: they take the carbon dioxide from air and turn it into food. With very few exceptions, everything we eat starts out that way. But what if we wanted to cut out the middlemen, re-wild ... more
At last, an episode on pizza! But that raises a tricky question: what exactly is pizza? As it turns out, the original pizzas from eighteenth-century Naples looked nothing like a standard slice—they were more like a focaccia, topped with oil, herbs, a... more
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- Good content, unbearable delivery
I came across this show and decided to give a listen. While I enjoyed the content, one of the hosts’ ever-changing accent /pronunciations drove me so insane I can’t listen further. I really enjoyed the content, please just speak normally.
Apple Podcasts3Pepe_Silvia__
United States2 months ago - Great podcast
Listen to every day while driving
Apple Podcasts5Salsa mayoUnited States2 months ago - Unfortunately not many food history pods around but don’t settle for mediocrity
No need to sensationalise foreign fruits like durian. Research with respect to the culture rather than try so hard to appeal to a white audience. That’s enough to unfollow from me.
Apple Podcasts1channiepotpie
Australia2 months ago - Everyone should listen to at least 1 topic that peaks their interest
Interesting facts about the food we eat in digestable doses while remaining interesting and enjoyable. I find myself saying multiple times during multiple shows wow how interesting or go figure poisoned again the us food industry.
Apple Podcasts5Birdie-DianaUnited States3 months ago - Stop putting in your political opinions.
I’ve always loved this podcast, but sadly just like every other one now, politics has to enter. I just want to learn about food, I don’t need your politics.
Apple Podcasts2JS5115United States3 months ago
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Spotify | #27 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #11 | United States/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #56 | United States/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #6 |  Canada/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #20 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Food |
Apple Podcasts | #40 | Canada/Arts |
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Episodes explore the intricate interplay of food, science, and history, uncovering the origins and significance of various culinary subjects. Topics discussed range from the fascinating complexities of vanilla and its cultivation history to the cultural and scientific significance of unusual fruits like durians and feijoas. The hosts often engage with experts and utilize firsthand research visits to provide in-depth insights. This podcast uniquely blends entertaining storytelling with educational content, making it appealing to food enthusiasts, scientists, and history lovers alike, and challenging listeners to reconsider food from various cultural and scientific perspectives.
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Gastropod launched 11 years ago and published 278 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Gastropod include:
1. Eric Jennings
2. Miguel Angel Lozano Rodríguez
3. Aracely Perez Silva
4. Luis Mora
5. Rebecca Menchaca
6. Priya Krishna
7. Kathleen Alexander
8. Joapek O'Picken
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